slocan fall 2013 leisure guide

Register online:www.rdck.bc.ca, click on Recreation Connection

LEISURE GUIDESlocan Valley Recreation Department

Fall 2013Registration for

programs start Aug 26

Office HoursMonday to Friday, 9am - 4pm. Please note: hours can vary.

You may wish to call 226.0008 to let us know if you are planning on coming by. There is a mailbox outside our door for registrations.

Address: Slocan Park Hall (in the back)3036 Hwy 6, Slocan Park

Mailing Address: Slocan Valley Recreation, Box 8, Slocan Park, BC V0G 2E0

Registration Prices do not include taxes; 5% GST will be added to most programs (children’s programs exempt).

Payment is due at time of registration & should be received at least a week prior to program start. There are a limited number of spaces available in most programs.

Cheques or money orders can be made payable to Slocan Valley Recreation. NSF cheques will have a $20 admin fee. If mailing a cheque, please include your name, phone number and the course(s) you are wishing to register for.

How to Request a Refund, Credit or TransferHow to Request a Refund, Credit or Transfer

Full refunds are considered for most courses without penalty, up to 1 week prior to program start dates. Please see our full cancellation policy at www.rdck.bc.ca or at the Slocan Valley Rec office. Call 250.226.0008 for more information.

REGISTER EARLY!!....to avoid program

cancellation or disappointment because the

program is full.

Please note that,sometimes, due to unforeseen circumstances, there may be slight changes to course details (times/dates/venues). Feel free to contact the office at 250-226-0008 if you are unsure of course information.

Register Today: www.rdck.bc.ca 250-226-0008

Ways to Register

TelephoneCall 250-226-0008.

In PersonStop in at our office in Slocan Park.

Recreation ConnectionVisit www.rdck.bc.ca and click the Recreation Connection button.

Slocan Valley Recreation

Slocan Park Hall (back office)3036 Hwy 6, Slocan Park BC V0G 2E0p: 250-226-0008f: 250-352-9300e: [email protected]

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Highlights for this Fall! Theatre GroupDrop-In Coffee Time Slocan Valley Knitting Co op The Community Carol Festival Christmas Tea


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Connecting with your baby: Infant Massage (Birth to Walking)

StrongStart Centre, Winlaw

Connect with your little one and enjoy this four session Infant Massage course with Jerri Schmidt from the West Kootenay Infant Development Program. Known benefits of infant massage include improved circulation, sensory stimulation, attachment, sleep, body awareness and digestion. Childcare for older preschool siblings will be provided on-site.

Wed. 12pm – 1pm Sep 18 – Oct 9 $6/4 Classes #26497 Facilitator: Jerri Schmidt

This program is made possible with generous support from the Kootenay Family Place West Kootenay Infant Development Program.

Tumbleweeds (0 - 4 years)

Slocan Park Hall This fun and engaging program is designed to support motor skill development, coordination and social skills. Tots will participate in an active and creative environment with the guidance of their parent or guardian. A mix of unstructured and cooperative play activities will be offered, and each month will bring something new.

Parents or caregivers participation is required. Please bring a healthy snack and water bottle for your child if required. Facilitator: Jessica Bamford

Early Outdoor Adventurers (3-5 yrs)

Slocan Park Hall The importance of outdoor play cannot be overemphasized. Young adventurers will explore the natural living world safely and in an emotionally satisfying group setting. A mixture of play opportunities, observations of the cycles of nature, artistic activities, natural material construction, games & storytelling will encourage a rich experience that supports social, emotional and intellectual development. Parents or caregivers participation is required.

Thursdays, 12:30 – 1:30 pm Session 1: Sept 26 – Oct. 17 #26518 Session 2: Oct 24 - Nov 14 #26520 Session 3: Nov 21- Dec 12 #26521 $25/Session Facilitator: Jessica Bamford


FInanCIaL aSSISTanCEStars for Success(0 – 6 yrs)

Stars for Success offers financial support to families with children under the age of 6 who would like to enroll in recreation, art, music, preschool and early learning community programs. Parents or caregivers can apply for up to $100 per child per year.

For more information or to apply, visit www.successby6wk.com or stop by the regional office at 304-625 Front St, Nelson. 250-352-6786; 1-866-551-5437. Application forms are available at the Rec Office.

Canadian Tire Jump StartJumpstart is a program that provides financial support to enable children to take part in sports and recreational activities. Funding is available to subsidize children and youth in programs, activities, leagues, sports, etc. with a physical activity component. For more information, contact Kari Saari at Canadian Tire in Castlegar at 250-365-7737. Forms are also available at the Rec. Office.

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Our Magical Earth: Create Play Learn (5-8 yrs) Winlaw School

Experience the magic all around you and join us as we explore our super-natural world through stories, games, crafts and outdoor adventures. Using the medicine wheel as a template, this program incorporates an eco-psychology philosophy and encourages respect for others and all life through play and creative expression. Theme days (fairies, Jedi training, etc.) are designed to celebrate children’s natural curiosity and imagination and to support the holistic health of mind, body and spirit!

Thursdays, 4 - 5:30 pm Sept 26 – Nov 14 $65/8 sessions #26174 Facilitator: Jessica Bamford

Active Art(6 yrs+) Brent Kennedy School Designed to give kids a chance to burn off some steam after school with a mix of outdoor activity and fine art instruction. Join Tim Farrugia for another popular art series that will include an exploration of a variety of mediums and techniques. The focus will primarily be on drawing animals with secondary skills of painting, collage, etc. Prices include material supplies.

Session 1: Brent Kennedy School Mondays, 2:45-4:15pm Oct 7 – Nov 4 (No class on Oct 14) $45/4 sessions #26551

Session 2: Winlaw Elementary Mondays, 2:15 – 3:45pm Nov 18 – Dec $45/4 sessions #26552 Facilitator: Tim Farrugia

Mask Making Workshop(6 yrs+)TBA

Learn about masks from around the world and create your own ½ or full mask using natural feathers and other crafting materials and then paint your creation into life. Perfect timing to help outfit your little goblins or teen “Phantoms of the Opera” for Halloween!

Sat., 1-4 pm Oct 26 $25 #26553 Facilitator: Tim Farrugia

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Street Games From Around The World (9-13 yrs)

Winlaw School and Brent Kennedy School

Time to limber up, stretch, move, skip and run to the rhythms of games from around the globe! In this 8 week program, youth will have a chance to learn about the origins and spirit of street games that other kids are playing in different parts of the world. Rediscover the joy and spontaneity of inclusive neighborhood games like: kick the can, capture the flag, double-dutch and much more. Youth will get to develop their balance, flexibility, communication and teamwork skills all wrapped up as loads of FUN!

Winlaw: Mondays, 3:30 - 5:00pm Oct. 7 – Dec 2 (Missed Day - Nov. 11) $45/8 sessions #26589

Brent Kennedy: Thursdays, 5:30 - 6:30pm Oct 10 – Nov 28 $35/8 sessions #26590 Facilitator: Mireille Evans

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FITnESSTrail Runners Location - Rails to Trails Entrance at Crescent Valley by the bridge

This weekly intro to running will offer the social support and instruction you need to build endurance and enjoy fun trail runs. BCRPA certified trainer, Shannon Sears, will offer encouragement and tips on efficient and safe running technique. Circuits will be custom designed for the group and will offer a mix of power walking and running that will be both manageable and challenging

Thursdays, 6 - 7pm Sept 12 – Oct 17th

$25 / 6 sessions #26591 Instructor: Shannon Sears

Prenatal Fitness Slocan Park Hall

Enjoy the many benefits of exercising through your pregnancy! Connect with other Moms-to-be in your community while reducing prenatal discomforts like lower back ache, fatigue and swelling. Your certified pre and post-natal fitness specialist will lead you through pregnancy-safe cardiovascular exercise, functional strength training, flexibility and relaxation. Bring a yoga mat and water.

Thursdays, 6:30-7:30 pm Starting Oct 17 – Dec 12 Missed Day: Oct 31 $60 $10-Drop-In #26618 Instructor: Crystal Robinson

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Total Body Circuit Training Slocan Park Hall

An ever-changing combination of equipment, exercises and intervals designed to build strength, athletic coordination and better aerobic conditioning. With both cardio and strength training in mind, this class will offer different stations at timed intervals that will emphasize a full-body workout. Bring a yoga mat and water.

Thursdays, 5:15 – 6:15 pm Session 1 – Sept 19 – Oct 24 #26622

Session 2 – Nov 7 – Dec 12 #26623 $55/Session $10-Drop-in Instructor: Crystal Robinson

Parent & Baby Fitness (age: Babies – 6 wks – 18 mos.)

Slocan Park Hall

This baby friendly class allows Mom to get a great workout AND attend to baby’s needs at any time. Each class provides a full body workout: cardio, muscular endurance, postnatal specific core work and flexibility. Benefit from increased energy, improved posture, less aches and pains and a stronger core. This is a fantastic opportunity to connect with other new Moms in your community. Women should be 6+ weeks postpartum. All fitness levels welcome. Moms without their babes are welcome to join us too. Bring a yoga mat, water bottle and whatever your baby needs to be comfortable!

Tuesdays, 10:30-11:30 am Oct. 22 – Dec 17 Missed day: Nov 12 $55 ($10-Drop-In) #26621 Instructor: Crystal Robinson

Fit and Fabulous (50+) Slocan Park Hall

This is a total body, low impact class designed for those 50 years +. Each class will include a cardiovascular segment, upper and lower body strengthening, balance, and flexibility and coordination techniques. Work at your own level with modifications for the beginner to the advanced participant. This is also an excellent program for those who have or who are concerned with developing osteoporosis. Bring a yoga mat and water.

Tuesdays, 9-10am Session 1 – Sept. 17- Oct 29 Missed Day: Oct 15th #26619

Session 2 – Nov. 5 – Dec 17 Missed day: Nov 12 #26620 $50/Session $10-Drop-in Instructor: Crystal Robinson

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Zumba (16+)Brent Kennedy

The Zumba Fitness® program fuses hypnotic Latin rhythms and easy-to-follow moves to create a one-of-a-kind fitness program for all fitness levels. Our goal is simple: We want you to want to work out, to love working out and to get hooked. Zumba Fitness® Fanatics achieve long-term benefits while experiencing an absolute blast in one exciting hour of calorie-burning, body-energizing, awe-inspiring movements meant to engage and captivate for life! Natacha’s Chilean roots add an extra flavour of Latino music and movements that promise to make you smile.

Wednesdays, 6:30-7:30pm Sept 18 - Nov 6 $65 $10 Drop-in #26624 Instructor: Natacha Perez

Yoga for Beginners Slocan Park Hall

Here’s an opportunity to add a new element of fitness and well being for your mind, body and soul. This class is designed for those who are brand new to the mat or have practiced before and are looking to invigorate their practice. Amanda will guide you through working with your breath to develop strength, awareness and increased mobility throughout your body while centering your mind and opening your heart. Wear comfortable clothing, bring your mat and an adventurous spirit - it’s going to be fun!

Wed.’s, 5:45 – 6:45 pm Sept 18 – Nov 6 $65 or $10 Drop-in #26625 Instructor: Amanda Verigin

InDOOR SPORTIntermediate Co-ed Volleyball Mt Sentinel School Gym

Enjoy a great workout and enjoy the action at this popular evening gathering of like-minded players. Everyone is welcome, although this is an experienced group that plays at a higher level of competition. No outdoor or marking footwear please.

Tues.’s & Thurs.’s 7:30–9:30pm Sep 10 – Dec 12 $4 drop-in #26626 Facilitator: Barry Doherty

Adult Sports Night (14 yrs+)Winlaw Elementary

Join your neighbours and friends for a drop-in mixed sport night. Everyone is welcome! The sport will be determined by group interest. Please wear indoor non-marking footwear. Ages - Youth and up.

Wednesdays, 7 - 9pm Nov 6 – Dec 11 $4 drop-in #26627 Facilitator: Jon Wollenberg

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Learning to Fly - High Jumping (all ages)

World class High Jumper Heinz Peter shares his love for the sport by opening his practice session to the public. All levels and ages are welcome to come out and give it a try. Ongoing training support and opportunities for competition will be made available to those looking for a challenge and a chance to develop their skill. The proof is in the training as one local youth out-jumped his entire school after training with Heinz. Weather permitting, other track and field training will also take place.WE Graham Community School Winlaw Elementary School

WE Graham Community School Sat.’s 1 - 2:30 pm Sept 14 - Oct 5 $5 Drop-in #26628

Winlaw Elementary School Sat.’s 1 – 2:30pm Oct. 12 – Nov. 2 $5 Drop-in #26629

Brent Kennedy Elementary School Sat.’s 1 – 2:30pm Nov. 9 – Nov. 30 $5 drop in #26630 Facilitator: Heinz Peter

TRaInInG Red Cross Babysitting (11 yrs+)

Passmore Hall

Planning to start babysitting or to help out more with siblings? Safety, rights & responsibilities, basic first aid, emergency response and child development are topics covered in this one day course. A certificate is issued upon successful completion.

Friday, 9am - 4 p.m. Oct. 25th $45 #26631 Facilitator: Betty Kooznetsoff

Basic Emergency First Aid with CPR-C Crescent Valley Hall

This course provides simple First Aid & CPR techniques for individuals who want an overview for the home or workplace. The CPR-C component offers recently updated information on choking, heart attack and stroke while teaching techniques that can offer life-saving intervention to anyone in respiratory or cardiac arrest. Instruction and certification on use of an Automated External Defibrillator included.

Sat, 8:30am – 4:30pm Oct 5 $95 #26632 Instructor: Darcey Lutz

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Workplace First Aid Slocan Park Hall

Most workplaces in BC are required to have at least one first-aid attendant on-site at all times and more is better. This course is equivalent to Occupational First Aid Level 1 and is recognized by WorkSafe BC. Topics include airway management, CPR-A and AED, breathing and circulatory emergencies and management of small wounds.

Sun, 8:30am – 4:30pm Nov 10 $95 #26634 Instructor: Darcey Lutz

Basic Wilderness First Aid Crescent Valley Hall

Basic Wilderness & Remote First Aid covers material in Standard First Aid & CPR, plus special material on techniques for wilderness and remote areas. This course also offers strategies for providing extended care for up to 24 hours. Part of the course is taught in an outdoor setting and requires greater physical activity and endurance than typical first aid training. Suitable for those who work or live in remote locations or who are outdoor recreation enthusiasts. You will receive a 3 year certification in Wilderness and Remote First Aid, CPR Level C and AED

Fri, 6-9pm Sat & Sun, 8:30am – 4:30pm Oct 25 – 27 $225 #26633 Instructor: Darcey Lutz

Canadian Firearms Safety: Possession & Acquisition License (12 yrs+)Slocan Park Hall

This certificate is required to purchase, transfer ownership, sell or trade a firearm as well as to purchase ammunition. Manuals are available on loan to be reviewed beforehand.

Sat. & Sun. - 9am-5pm Oct 19 & 20 $99/2 sessions (non-restricted) $65/2 sessions (restricted – must already have non-restricted PAL) #26398 Instructor: Dave Anderson

Hunter Training: CORE Certificate (12 yrs+)Slocan Park Hall

This program is mandatory for those wishing to obtain their first BC Hunting License. The purpose of the program is to ensure that hunters meet acceptable standards of knowledge and skill for a safe and responsible season. Manuals are available on loan to be reviewed beforehand.

Sat, & Sun. - 9am-5pm Oct 26 & 27 $135 #26351 Instructor: Dave Anderson

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RURaL SkILLSFermentation Emery Herbals, Winlaw (Beside Cedar Creek Café - #3, 5729 Hwy 6)

Learn how to implement this healthy habit into your life. Ferments help to increase healthy intestinal flora, improving digestion and the assimilation of vitamins, minerals, and nutrients. This class will cover subjects such as Kefir, sauerkraut, tibicos, kombucha and other ferments. Several fermentation techniques will be demonstrated and samples provided.

Sat, 9:30-11:30am Sep 21 $25 #26559 Facilitator: Colleen Emery

Foundational Family Wellness Emery Herbals, Winlaw (Beside Cedar Creek Café - #3, 5729 Hwy 6)

Before the winter flus and colds hit, pump up your family’s immune system. This dynamic workshop is guaranteed to supply the skills needed to strengthen the immune system function and create strong foundational wellness and vitality for the whole family.

Sat, 9:30-11:30am Oct 19 $25 #26562 Facilitator: Colleen Emery

Baking with Wheat Alternatives Vallican Whole Community Centre

Learn the science behind baking with wheat alternatives including spelt, rye, barley, rice and more. An understanding of different grain and seed qualities is guaranteed to improve your success when altering recipes or making ingredient substitutions. Demonstrations for wheat free pastries, pizza dough, bread and more. Registrants go home with great notes and recipes.

Sat, 11 – 1:30pm Oct 26 $40 #26563 Facilitator: Clare Kelly

Sourdough Breads Vallican Whole Community Centre

Observe a variety of baking techniques for spelt, rye, wheat and gluten-free breads. Converting a yeasted recipe to a sourdough recipe will also be discussed. Please bring a container to collect your own starter.

Sat, 11-1:30pm Nov 16 $40 #26564 Facilitator: Clare Kelly

Edible Harvest Walk TBA

Strengthen your connection to the local area by discovering and exploring the abundance of the natural edible harvest. This leisurely hike (suitable for all fitness levels) will have you exploring the properties and identifying characteristics of the roots, berries and fruit of a variety of beneficial plants. Methods on salve and tincture preparation will be discussed. Sustainable harvesting techniques will be encouraged.

Sat, 11am-2pm Sep 28 $20. Children under 12: $10 #26561 Instructor: Shanoon Bennett

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Beekeeping Field Day #5 White Pines Dojo

This course will cover: overwintering preparation for both bees and beekeeper; bee hive fall assessments; and combining weak colonies for top bar and langstroth style hives.

Sat, 1-Sept. 14 $20 #26556 Instructor: Christina Yahn

Beekeeping Field Day #6 Against The Winds Nursery

Winter set up for top bars and langstroth. Factors in overwintering survival for Canadian winters. Winter management and observations. Colony seasonal cycles. Special Guests Provincial Bee Inspector - Axel Krause, Former Minister of agriculture - Corky Evans, Vice President West Kootenay Honey Producers Association - Dave Johnson.

Sun, 1-4pm Oct. 6 $20 #26557 Instructor: Christina Yahn

Alternative Backyard Beekeeping White Pines Dojo

Christina Yahn offers a broad perspective from her training in conventional beekeeping to her experience as a “natural or instinctive” bee keeper. Explore techniques such as allowing bees to form natural comb, alternatives to smoking, building immune systems through use of plant essences and much more. Everything from the ancient history of bees to how becoming a backyard beekeeper can turn the declines of bee populations around will be discussed. “Bee the Change”.

Sat, 1-5pm Sept. 21 $30 #26558 Instructor: Christina Yahn

Fall Mushroom ExpeditionTBA

Learn how to identify and gather chanterelles, pine, lobster mushrooms and more when Robert Macrae shares his extensive knowledge of mushrooms. This well-loved annual program fills quickly. Register early. Please bring gardening gloves, a pocket knife, a basket and water.

Sun, 1– 3 p.m. Sept. 29 $25 or $40/Family #26560 Instructor: Rob Macrae

Japanese Mushrooms Threads Guild

Join Robert Macrae as he teaches you about Japanese Mushrooms in this extremely interesting talk. Note: Daylight savings time ends this day, so please adjust your clocks.

Sun, 1- 3 pm Nov. 3 $30 or $50/Family #26635 Facilitator: Rob Macrae

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aRTS & CULTURESlocan Valley Knitting Co-op (all ages)Crescent Valley Community Centre

This casual, drop-in knitting session is for knitters of all levels (as well as those wanting to learn). Come for the entire time or just the time you can spare. This is a place to share ideas, techniques and resources whenever possible. Bring your own knitting supplies and whatever project you are working on, and enjoy the company of others while you work at your own pace.

Tuesdays, Noon – 3pm Oct. 1 – Dec.10 $2 drop in #26565

Book Binding (adults)Slocan Park Hall

We use books so often, but have you ever wondered how they are made? Come and learn one ancient form of book binding. In this session, you will choose from various papers and/or fabrics to collage your covers inside and out an then prepare your string and paper to bind your very own durable book. Take your masterpiece home along with the knowledge and know how to make more on your own. These hand bound books make magnificent journals, note books or gifts.

Sun, 12 – 6pm Nov 17 $45 #26566 Facilitator: Mireille Evans

Creative Gift Wrapping (all ages)Slocan Park Hall

Get out of the Christmas wrap rut. Make Christmas wrapping fun! Learn to express your interests and style or just play. This course is intended to spark your individual creativity, using what ever is available around the house. Christmas Snacks included. Bring a friend and your sense of humour.

Sun, 1:30 - 4pm Nov 17 $25 #26636 Facilitator: Barbara Baxter

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Stained Glass for Beginners (adult)

Slocan Park Hall

Just in time for the holidays! If you love to make as many of your Christmas gifts as possible and you are interested in Stained Glass,

this is the perfect time to take this course. Create a project that will cover the basics of the foil and solder method of stained glass.

Topics will include safety, use of tools, glass economy, soldering and proper hook placement for strength.

Sat & Sun, 1 - 4:30pm Oct 5 & 6 $195 #26570

Facilitator: Barbara Baxter

Slocan Valley Theatre Group(all ages)Slocan Valley Hall

Are you in search for an outlet to release that inner actor/actress, and… help out your community at the same time? We’re currently looking to start a theatre group in the Valley to produce dinner/dessert theatre plays. Some of the proceeds from each show will go towards supporting children’s programming. We’re looking for actors, actresses, producers, directors, script ideas, set designers, builders and anyone else who would enjoy the camaraderie and community that such endeavors bring.

Please call Slocan Valley Recreation at 226-0008 for more information.

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Exploring Design – Geometry and Nature’s Patterns (adult)Threads Guild

In this series of 4 workshops, students will travel on an explorative adventure into the process of design. Taking up the tools of the geometer and inspiration from nature around us, we will learn to create meaningful designs for use in textile and fibre art projects. Within the universal principles of geometry and nature’s patterns is a rich world of symbolism, transformation and beauty. We can invite this inspiration into our art and design for home and adornment. In these classes, students will develop designs through activities in geometry, drawing, printmaking and painting on paper with discussion and guidance in how to transfer these designs into fiber art projects.

Saturdays, 1-4 pm Oct 19, Oct 26, Nov 2 and Nov 9 $55 + $20 for materials ($20 pd at Thread’s Guild) #26638

Facilitator: Morgen Bardati

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EVEnTSTravel Talk: Meandering through Indonesia and Vietnam (all ages)Slocan Park Hall

Follow Penny as she makes her way thru Bali, Lombok and Sulawasi, then on to Vietnam in the winter of 2012/2013.

We, 7pm – 8:30pm Nov 20 By donation #26567 Facilitator: Penny Clarke


Origins of Santa Claus (all ages)

Vallican Whole Community Centre

This engaging talk by Robert Macrae looks at the roots of Santa Claus, the confluence of the known history of the original saint, the influence of Christianity merging with pre-Christian traditions and 19th and 20th century North American developments. There is a surprising role played by mushrooms! Sun, 10am - noon Dec 1 $10 ea or $20/family #26568 Lecturer: Rob Macrae

Sculpting the Perfect Pumpkin (all ages)

Sleep is for Sissies

Everyone is welcome to join in on this fun seasonal event hosted by local sculptor David Ducharme. Explore the possibilities of creating beautiful works of art – ranging from realistic faces to good old fashioned Jack-o-lanterns. David will share a range of tips and tricks to help you achieve the best results. Some sculpting tools will be available on site, but please bring your own if you have them. Come and go during the times noted. Bring your own pumpkin or squash and newspaper.

Sun, 10am – 3pm Oct 20 $5 drop-in #26571 Facilitator: David Ducharme

Christmas Tea For Seniors(Seniors)

Slocan Park Hall

This free annual event offers a variety of entertainment, refreshments and the company of friends. It’s a great way for those over 55 to get together for a fun afternoon. A pile of draw prizes will add to the excitement. Transportation by bus will be available from Castlegar, due to generous support by the RDCK – Area H. Call 226.0008 to reserve one of the limited seats available on this bus.

Sat, 1-3pm Dec 7 Free #26569

Community Carol Festival and Sing-A-Long (all ages)

Crescent Valley Hall

If you’re a performer (of any age) who: loves to sing/play Christmas Carols; you have a group of friends that share that love or are in a choir, and would like to join us in a “Norman Rockwell” community event, please contact the office to sign-up as one of our volunteer acts! We’re looking to have a 1-2 hour Carol Festival that welcomes and includes everyone from one end of the Valley to the other. It will be the perfect event to warm the heart, meet new friends and share stories with old ones. It’ll fill your spirit for the upcoming Christmas season.

Sat, 7-8pm OR 7-9pm (dependent upon enrolled performers) Dec 7 By donation #26572

Drop-in Coffee Time and HorseshoesSlocan Park Hall

Come out on Wednesday mornings and enjoy a relaxed casual social environment where you can have a cup of coffee or tea, enjoy the company of others, participate in a small book exchange, pick up a deck of cards, start up a discussion on topics affecting our community and more. Horseshoes in the summer and fall months. Everyone is welcome!

We, 9:30-11:30am Oct 2 – Dec 4 $2 drop in; coffee/tea by donation #26676

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Networks for New Parents(0-6 yrs)

Networks for New Parents is a free drop-in program that includes a healthy lunch, an exchange of maternity and children’s clothes & goods, and an opportunity to meet other families. Resources and information are available for families.

3rd Thursdays of the month at the Passmore Hall from 10am-1pm Call Penny at 250-226-7605 for more information.

Do you know about all the supports, subsidies and free programs that can enhance your life and ease the financial pinch your family faces? Wonder how you can make ends meet here in the Slocan Valley while raising your young children?

WATCH FOR……”Dollars & Sense”

Friday, November 8th at the Passmore Hall from 10am-2pm

This free event will showcase services available, with resource people to help you make sense of it all.

Lunch will be provided, and children are welcome!

Hosted by the Columbia Basin alliance for Literacy and the Slocan Valley Early Childhood Council.

Contact Penny 250-226-7605 or Alison 250-359-6887 for more information.

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Mother Goose Mother Goose is a fun circle-time of singing and storytelling for families with small children. Learning language starts in infancy, laying the foundation for all future learning. Come share a healthy snack and borrow books from the CBAL parent library. This is a free program but please call Alison at 359-6887 to pre-register.

Brent Kennedy Learning Centre

Mondays starting Oct. 7 – Dec. 16th from 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.

Adult Computer Class Become more comfortable and gain the self-confidence to: use email, social media, research or do tasks like shopping or banking. Teens to seniors welcome. A free program, but please call Alison at 359-6887 to pre-register. WE Graham Learning Centre

Wednesdays starting Oct. 2 – Nov. 6th from 10-noon.

Skype Workshop This fall our mobile laptop class in Passmore will have an introduction to Skype. Learn how to use this online communication tool to make voice or video calls over the internet, either for free or at a minimal cost. Set up an accout and explore the possibilities! All ages welcome. This is a f ree workshop but please call Alison at 359-6887 to registerPassmore Lodge

Mon., Oct. 21st from 10 – 12:30 pm

Facebook Workshop Learn how to use and explore Facebook by setting up your own page, uploading photos, finding friends and more! This is a free workshop but please call Alison at 359-6887 to register.Slocan Community Library

Mon., Oct. 28th from 10-12:30 pm

Student Academic Support Free after-school homework help for students in grades 7-12 of any school and in all subject areas. For more info., contact Dave Steel at 359-7219 or just drop-in. For info. about adult tutoring or English as a second language, call Alison at 359-6887.Mt. Sentinel School

Rm 107 – Mondays from 3 – 4:30 pm

ESL Conversation Group Want to connect with other ESL students in a casual and welcoming setting to improve your English skills? Work on: punctuation, sentence structure, reading and letter writing, recipe exchanges, exploring local culture and more. This is a free group but please call Alison for more information at 359-6887.Winlaw School

Every 2nd Tuesday starting in November from 4-6 pm

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PaSSMORE LODGE FITnESS PROGRaMS FOR 50+ This selection of FREE programs for those 50+ is run by the Slocan Valley Seniors’ Housing Society and is made possible with a grant from the Columbia Basin Trust. Pre-registration is preferred but we never turn away late-comers. all enquiries for these programs should be made by phoning Passmore Lodge at 250-226-7136.

Fitness with Myra Duff (Fall Only)Once again, Myra will be leading the fitness section of our Community Outreach Program. She is well qualified and an enthusiastic instructor who gears her sessions to the needs and wishes of participants. This program will run for 8 weeks.

Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1 – 3 pm running from Oct. 1st – Nov. 21st

Open Gym At The LodgeSeniors who have been assessed by Myra and checked out on the use of equipment, may use the Lodge’s top-notch equipment during open gym hours. For safety reasons, you should arrange to work out with a buddy.

Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 – noon running Sept. 17th – Dec. 12th and again from Jan. 2nd – April 29th.

Winter ProgramsEliza Gooderham will be hosting Chair and Restorative Yoga in Jan. and Feb. and we are hoping to offer Art Therapy again in March/April. More information will be available in the Winter Recreation Guide or by phoning Passmore Lodge at 250-226-

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StrongStart Centre(0-5 yrs)Winlaw School

Free drop-in program for parents or caregivers with children 0-5 years old to take part in crafts, story time, gym-play and free-play.

Tues, Wed, Fri, & Sat. – 9- Noon Thursdays 1-4 pm Starting Sept. 4th Free

Facilitator: Pati Carpio

Passmore Lodge is run by the Slocan Valley Seniors Housing Society (SVSHS) and is an independent living facility located at 3650 Old Passmore Rd in Passmore. The SVSHS hosts a variety of community events of interest to seniors, including art shows, breakfasts, fitness programs and yoga and more during the year.

Contact us at 226-7136 to see what’s coming up.

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Community Service & EducationA.A. Passmore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 359-7817Aa Slocan. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .355-2454Bearsmart Hotline. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .359-6611Covenant Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .359-5065Dumont Creek Burial Society/Cemetary . . . . . . . . . 226-7682 or 359-7984Elder Abuse Prevention . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 352-6008Fire Dept Crescent Valley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .359-7353Fire Dept Passmore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 226-7545Fire Dept Slocan. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .355-2672Fire Dept Winlaw . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .226-7353Library, Village Of Slocan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .355-2355Kootenay/Slocan Lions Club. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .226-7855Nelson & District Hospice. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .352-2337Passmore Seniors Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .226-7267Presbyterian Church. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .355-2697Rural Alt. Research & Training Soc . . . . . . . . . . .226-7957S.V. Arts Council . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .226-7347S.V. Grassroots Grammas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .226-7312S.V. River Farmers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 226-6886S.V. Threads Guild Society. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .355-2475S.V.Women’s Institute . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .355-2357Slocan Integral Forest Cooperative. . . . . . . . . . . .226-7012Slocan Valley Legion Branch 276. . . . . . . . . . . . . .355-2672Slocan Park Improvement District . . . . . . . . . . . 226-6876Slocan River Streamkeepers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .226-7339Slocan Valley Tv Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 226-7988S. Slocan Hospital Auxilary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .359-7864St. Matthews Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .359-7107Transit/Bus Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-877-843-2877U.S.C.C Branch 17 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .226-7578W.E. Graham Community Services . . . . . . . . . . .355-2484W. Kootenay Kennel Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .359-7154Worldsign Comm. Society . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .355-2408

awareness & advocacySlocan Valley Watershed Alliance. . . . . . . . . . . . .226-7324Perry Ridge Waterusers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .226-7324Winlaw Watershed Committee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .226-7479E.A.C.T Waterusers Committee . . . . . . . . . . . . . 226-0054Brandon Improvement District . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .355-2478

Children & FamilyAppledale Children’s Centre. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 226-7844Brent Kennedy Children’s Centre . . . . . . . . . . . . .359-5011Busy Beavers Daycare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .359-7984Krestova Playgroup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 359-6678P.A.C. Mt. Sentinel School. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .359-7219P.A.C. W.E.Graham School. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .355-2212P.A.C.Winlaw School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .226-7217P.A.C Brent Kennedy School. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .359-7292S.V. Community Literacy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 359-6887S.V. Early Childhood Adv. Council . . . . . . . . . . . .226-7605Slocan Youth Centre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .355-2484Valhalla Children’s Centre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .355-2222Winlaw Strongstart Centre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .226-7217Whole School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .226-7737Wee Ones Daycare & Nursery School. . . . . . . . . .359-7404

FacilitiesAppledale Hall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 226-7308 / 226-7645Crescent Valley Hall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .359-8195Passmore Hall. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .226-7745Junction Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .359-5065S. Slocan Anglican Community Hall . . . . . . . . . .359-7107S.V. Legion Hall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .355-2672Slocan Park Hall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 226-7722Threads Guild Hall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .355-2475Vallican Heritage Hall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .226-7448Vallican Whole Community Centre. . . . . . . . . . .226-7957Winlaw Hall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .226-7702

Leisure & RecreationBorderline Kayaking Club. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .359-2910Fitness Centre, Village Of Slocan . . . . . . . . . . . . .355-2355Kootenay Martial Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 359.7598S.V. Backcountry Access Society . . . . . . . . . . . . . 226-6960S.V. Community Complex Society . . . . . . . . . . . .355-2562S.V. Heritage Trail Society . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-888-683-7878S.V. Snowmobile Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .359-8118S.V. Archers Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .226-7852Slocan Badminton Club. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .355-2698Slocan Curling Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .355-2562S.V. Community Band . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .355-2459S.V. Outriders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .355-2397S.V. Russion Choir . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 226-7722S. Slocan Sports Assc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .359-7408Valley View Golf Club . . . . . . . . . . . . 226-7241 / 226-7112West Kootenay 8 Ball League . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .304-5414Winlaw Reg. & Nature Park Board . . . . . . . . . . . 226-7792

Emergency Phone numbersPolice/Fire/Ambulance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 911Fire Dept. Slocan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .355-2945 Forest Fire Reporting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-800-663.5555Poison Control Centre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-800-567-8911Kootenay Lake Regional Hospital . . . . . . . . . 250-352-3111Castlegar & District Hospital . . . . . . . . . . . . .250-365-7711Slocan & Community Hospital . . . . . . . . . . .250-358-7911Children’s Helpline . . . . . . . . . 310-1234 (No Area Code Needed)

Healthlink Bc (Non-Emergency Info & Advice) . . . . . 811

Looking for a way to give back to your community, while having a lot of fun? Why not volunteer your gifts with Slocan Valley Recreation? Call 250-226-0008 to explore the varying opportunities you could be of assistance.

Upcoming Program Releases

Winter Leisure Guide: End of November

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