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Re:MSS apples pies

Areminder,if you purchased applepies from a MSS grad and have not pickedthem up, you have another opportunity todo so on Wed. Jan. 18, at MSS betweennoon & 4pm.

Dementia & Alzheimer’s presentation

The Florentine will host a scaled-down encore presentation on Dementia& Alzheimer’s presented by theAlzheimer’s Society of BC, in their the-atre on Jan. 16, 8am-12noon. FMI TheFlorentine 378-5300 to reserve yourseat(s) asap as seating is limited.

Diabetes self-management program

Free 6-session workshopprogramcovering a range of strategies and toolsto help you manage diabetes and relatedsymptoms to enhance daily activities.Once a week, for 2-1/2 hours starting Jan. 17, 9am-1130 am at Sumac Gardens#100. FMI Vivian McBee 378-5107 ext:8514 or Denise Charters 378-6170.

Drop in lacrosse

Thursday nights at CMS, 7-9pm.

Fundraisers for Luke

Some fundraisers are being held for7-year old Luke, who has just been diag-nosed with cancer.There will be a steak dinner fundrais-er on Jan. 21, at the Grand Pub and Grill,5pm & 7:15pm. Tickets are $15 ea. andcan be purchased by calling 280-6180, orthe Grand at 378-4618.An account has also been set up at theRoyal Bank, if anyone wishes to make adonation directly to Luke’s family of Luke. Details to follow.An indoor garage/bake sale will beheld at the Legion on Saturday January21, 10am-4pm. For anyone wishing todrop off items, they can do so Friday January 20th in the afternoon or evening.

Call for garlic vendors

Pete & Becky Ratzlaff are looking forvendors who grow and produce prod-ucts or fresh garlic, to participate in theirgarlic festival & antique tractor show atSmith Pioneer Park in Lower Nicola, lastweekend in September. FMI call Beckyor Pete, 378-4199.

Provincial anthem

Anew contest — to compose ananthem for BC — is meant to broadenthe interest of young people in theprovince, as well as be a chance to win a bit of cash and some fame.Organizers are hoping to have a citi-zen of BC, and preferably a student orgroup of students, compose a provincialanthem. Once a panel of judges hasselected a winner, they’ll petition theprov’l gov’t to accept it as our officialanthem. To date, there are 2 provinceswith a provincial anthem, NFLD & PEI.Visit www.bcanthem.com for therules and instructions.

Nicola Nordic Ski Club

Kane Valley trails

The Nicola Nordic Ski Club is thenon-profit society that cares for the KaneValley ski trails, located 20 minutes southof Merritt, off Hwy 97C, on Iron Mtn.For more than 40 years people havecross country skied in Kane Valley. Itstarted with local ski enthusiasts in the70s on some of the old logging skidtrails in the area. Since then, hundreds of volunteer hours, community involve-ment, Rotary sponsorship, support fromTolko & Min. of Forests has led to thisunique ski area. Over the years, it hasdeveloped into 50+ kms of well-mappedand well-marked wilderness trails.During the annual Chili Sundayevent, Jan. 29, 11am-2pm, NNSC members will dedicate the main shelter to thefounding members at 12noon. Everyoneis welcome, even if you don't ski. It is afree day for all, the perfect opportunityto celebrate this Nicola Valley jewel, andhonour the people who created it! And,if you're interested in learning how toski, group lessons will begin at 1pm.Round up some skis and give it a try!Bring enough chili for your groupand add it to the communal pot over thefire pit at Parking Lot 3 (approx. 4 km upthe Kane Valley Rd on the right), bringyour own dishes, and the club will sup-ply the buns, cookies and hot drinks.FMI, including updates on trail con-ditions, check www.nicolanordic.ca

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In which battle did Napoleon die? * his last battleWhere was the Declaration of Independence signed? * at the bottom of the pageWhat is the main reason for divorce? * marriageWhat is the main reason for failure? * examsWhat can you never eat for breakfast? * Lunch & dinnerWhat looks like half an apple? * The other halfHow can a man go eight days without sleeping ?? * No problem, he sleeps at night.How can you lift an elephant with one hand? * You will never find an elephant thathas only one hand..How can u drop a raw egg onto a concrete floor without cracking it? *Concretefloors are very hard to crack.

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Aries

March 21- April 19

Friends are sources of inspira-tion & information about whatyou should be aiming for inyour long term commitments.Search out reliable partners.

Cancer

June 21 -July 22

You are entranced by the rich-ness & sensuality of humanexperience. So hold on towhat you have and to makesure you have protected allthat you have striven for.

Libra

Sept 23 -Oct 22

Your creative impulses areexquisite and inspired. Work tomake them real by doing thenecessary prep work that willgive your visions form and last-ing value.

Capricorn

Dec 22 -Jan 19

You appreciate possessionsand love fashionable items.You will be tempted to make asubstantial purchase in orderto boost your own prestigeand standing.

Virgo

Aug 23 -Sept 22

You are of use and a sourceof help — in the community &at work. Combine practicalhelp for others with potentialgains for yourself, your kindof skills are at a premium.

Sagittarius

Nov 22 -Dec 21

Relatives, close friends andother are potential sources of joy if you circulate and cele-brate the warmth of humaninteraction. But be sure to stickto the rules of social contacts.

Pisces

Feb 19 -Mar 20

You are driven by an innervision of what could be, andwant to put it into practice. Butbe careful of how much youspend, you need to stay realis-tic about finances.

Gemini

May 21 -June 20

Your ability to peer into thefuture enlivens & enriches yourimagination. But you have towork at making your visionsreality by putting in the neces-sary hard work.

Taurus

April 20 -May 20

You have skills & abilities thatcan add diversity to the socialscene. Expect to really enjoyany artistic performances orshows, make time to enjoyyour leisure, it is not all work.

Leo

July 23 -Aug 22

Delightful companions are will-ing to fulfill your hopes &dreams. Just be prepared towork at overcoming the misun-derstandings that prevent yougetting closer.

Scorpio

Oct. 23 -Nov 21

You are entranced by the nat-ural world, especially in yourhome environment. Workingto beautifying your surround-ings will help overcome yourinner doubts and hesitancies.

Aquarius

Jan 20 -Feb 18

You are alluring and fascinat-ing in how you project yourselfand interact with others. And,you'll overcome even the mostdetermined of officials withyour charm.

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For more information on the

Nicola Valley WoodStove Exchange Program

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Tim Larsen , 250-378-8216 or tlars@merrittbc.net

• Up to $750 dollars ingrants available• New wood stoves areenergy efficient burning90% cleaner and using athird less wood

Every 10stoves changedout reducesemissions inthe Nicola Valley by onemetric ton per year.