Community

Mental health workshop

The Child and Youth Committee pres-ents Interior Health Population HealthPractitioner Betty Brown who will facili-tate a strength-based workshop on January 24, 8:30am at Brambles Bakery &Café. RSVPto Rebecca Stent, CommunityHealth Nurse, at Conayt FrienshipSociety, 378-5107 or cfs1.chn@gmail.com

Amphibians in peril

Nicola Naturalist Society presents Dr.Kristiina Ovaska, one of BC’s most wellknown amphibian researchers and pho-tographer, speaking on "Amphibians inperil: conserving frogs in a changingworld" Thurs., Jan. 26, 7pm, NVITLecture Theatre. All welcome, member-ship or $5 donation. FMIwww.nicolanaturalists.ca

Nordic Ski Club’s Chilli Sunday

During the annual Chilli Sunday event, Jan. 29, 11am-2pm, NNSC members willdedicate the main shelter to the foundingmembers at 12noon. Bring enough chillifor your group and add it to the commu-nal pot over the fire pit at Parking Lot 3(approx. 4 km up the Kane Valley Rd onthe right), bring your own dishes, and theclub will supply the buns, cookies and hotdrinks. Everyone is welcome, group les-sons at 1pm. FMI, www.nicolanordic.ca

Community Art Show call for art

The Community Art Show runs Feb 3-25,deadline to submit work is 6pm Thursday,Feb. 1. FMI 1840 Nicola Ave., 378-6515, 378-5718, Kathi.courthouse.gallery@gmail.com

Community volunteer tax program

Training session will take place Mon.,Feb 20,9am-3pm at CrossroadsCommunity Church. To register, call(250)870-5582, fax (250)862-4744.

TNRD financial planpublic input

TNRD is seeking public input on its2012-16 Financial Plan. Aregional dis-trict must have a financial plan that isadopted annually, by bylaw, by March31. The planning period for a financialplan is 5 years. The public can go ontothe website, review the 2012-2016Financial Plan and fill out a commentsform and send it via mail, email or fax.The finance department conductspublic budget consultation in conjunc-tion with other service related meetingsthroughout the year at various locationsin the Regional District. The TNRDencourages input from taxpayers fromeither the electoral areas or the membermunicipalities on the Financial Plan. Theform is available at tnrd.ca underneaththe orange 'Financial Plan 2012' heading.

Hockeyville

Nicola Valley Memorial Arena is on itsway in the country-wide online competi-tion to be “2012 Hockeyville’, with 26members & 35 submissions. Merritt’sMichelle Burton ranks 7th in the top 10promoters for the Pacific region, afteruploading 2 stories, 12 images & 1 video.You can help Merritt compete by signingup at www.krafthockeyville.cbc.ca &uploading pics or a story. The winningcommunity will receive $100,000 in arenaupgrades & an NHLpre-season game!

Errata

Re:Lundbom Lk open for fishing

Our apologies for misinterpreting theinfo about ice fishing at Lundbom. Thelake remains closed at this time. Verysorry for misleading anyone.

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he Hospice lending library isopened on Tuesday morningsfrom 9 am to Noon. We have anextensive library of information toassist you in understanding the role of a care-giver, and the grief process for a broad range of circumstances. You are most welcome to viewor borrow the literature.

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Winners of our Christmas raffle:

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We wish to thank these businesses for their generousdonations toward the prize packages:Grand Pub & Grill, Jack & Rosemary McNeil, BramblesBakery & Cafe Ltd, Mandolin’s Coffee & Bagel House,Subway, Panago Pizza, Extra Foods, Home Restaurant,Garden Sushi, Coopers Foods, M&M Meatshops, CanadaCafe, Petit Cafe Diane

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Chinese Horoscopes

for 2012 The Year of the dragon

1916, 1928,1940, 1952,1964, 1976,1988, 2000, 2012Even in challenging times, youwill set and pursue ambitiousgoals. Trust your intuition, but beextra diplomatic and compassion-ate when dealing with people.You can easily take the lead inyour community. Those facing dif-ficulties will benefit from yourideas and confidence. Pick yourbattles, especially when thingsget stressful. You’ll have to acceptthat some things are not to be.

Dragon

1917, 1929, 1941,1953, 1965, 1977,1989, 2001Control your obstinacy so thatyou can take advantage ofmany opportunities comingyour way. You’ll have to tacklea few challenges coming yourway, to see your real path ofsuccess. As a Snake, you willnever starve. You are a greatbusiness person who can earnhuge amounts of cash whenev-er wanted or needed. Avoidhectic schedules to be stress-free and healthy.

Snake

1918, 1930,1942, 1954,1966, 1978,1990, 2002As far as career is concerned,you’ll try anything according toyour capability & ability. Youdon’t think too much aboutmoney to be able focus &accomplish the objective. Thisquality will lead you profitableefforts. You’ll be healthy through-out the year, except few diges-tive ailments. You’ll make yourcareer as a teacher, pilot, jour-nalist, or translator.

Horse

1919, 1931, 1943,1955, 1967, 1979,1991, 2003You’ll spend lots of money onmaterial things this year. But bevigilant to choose things thatwill save substantial money.Emphasis on solving the gapsbetween you & loved ones. Youcan make a career change:editor, architect, florist, actor,pediatrician, interior designeror musician. You just have toaccentuate your potentials andyou will accomplish your objec-tive this year.

Goat

1920,1932,1944,1956, 1968, 1980, 1992, 2004This year you will make newmoves & begin new ventures inyour career. You are able toobtain given task within thetime period. The 5 metals (ofearth, sky, water, fire, andwood) help you explore newopportunitiesand succeed inyour life. Your efforts will bevery fruitful, but hard work willhelp overcome your occasionaldepression.

Monkey

1921, 1933,1945, 1957,1969, 1981,1993, 2005This year will bring some stom-ach & stress problems. Staytranquil and calm to handle theadverse circumstances. Checkyour health periodically asthere are chances of depletedimmune system and tiredness.You will encounter very roman-tic situations with your lovedones so don’t miss the opportu-nity to strengthen the relation-ships.

Rooster

1910, 1922, 1934,1946, 1958, 1970,1982, 1994, 2006You’ll find your soul matewhich could move ahead intoa marriage relationship. Youget surprise gifts this yearfrom loved ones. Also severalopportunities come to you, sokeep your eye open to be ableto recognize them and takeadvantage of them. Emphasison monitoring financial mat-ters, and reading all docu-ments thoroughly before sign-ing.

Dog

1911, 1923, 1935,1947, 1959, 1971,1983, 1995, 2007You’ll make new friends sinceyou are a bit of an extrovert.There is also a jump in yourcareer. Try in the areas fo per-formance & creativity for achance to demonstrate yourpotentials such as entertainers,interior decorators, dentists,home management and otherareas. Be vigilant whilemakingany decisions — don’tbe too extravagant, a trait ofthe Pig.

Pig

1912, 1924, 1936,1948, 1960, 1972,1984, 1996, 2008you can make something out ofnothing and will succeed inyour efforts — all efforts will befruitful this year, as you’ll bemore innovative than ever. Buttake care of activities and ges-tures while spending time withloved ones. The new year willbring you insights into whatev-er important incidents so thatyou can make rational deci-sions to lead a happy & suc-cessful life.

Rat

1913, 1925, 1937,1949, 1961, 1973,1985, 1997, 2009This year your sky of love is fullof romance and you will spendgood quality time with your lovepartner. Oxen are more open-minded and will adapt easily tothe changes that come with anew relationship. You are tran-quil and unpretentious towardslife. Oftentimes, you demon-strate their obstinacy charac-teristics, which will compel youto face the adverse situationhead on.

1914, 1926, 1938,1950, 1962, 1974,1986, 1998, 2010You’ll chase your object withfull efforts, but you’ll have todeal their health troubles.Tackle all challenges a bit eas-ier and learn to keep them inpace to prevent early burnout.Alert intelligence & quicknessmake you a fast learner & you’llget an opportunity to exploreyour career easily. Tiger spon-taneity means you’ll spendmoney incredibly quickly & pro-lifically.

Tiger

1915, 1927,1939, 1951,1963, 1975,1987, 1999 , 2011Rabbits are calm, tranquil &kind people who never demon-strate aggressiveness or tem-per. You love to work calmlyand achieve your targets sim-ply. You may be prone to ail-ments & suffer allergies.Conflict or stress are detrimen-tal, but you can easily incorpo-rate with others while workingtogether. You’ll need goodcommunication skills, though.

Rabbit

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2099 Granite Ave., Bag 4400 Stn. Main Merritt, BC V1K 1B8Tel 250 378-4802 Fax 250 378-4852harry.lali.mla@leg.bc.ca

• Up to $750 dollarsin grants available• New wood stovesare energy efficient burning90% cleaner andusing a third lesswood

Slash burning pollutesour air shed while leav-ing the wood to rot alsoreleases carbon as wellas methane. Using this wood to heat our homes with clean burningstoves is good for theenvironment.

LET’S CLEAR THE AIR.

For more information on the

Nicola Valley WoodStove Exchange Program

, contact Coordinator

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

PAINT ON!

Winter Art Programs with Jean Kiegerl

DROP-IN TO THE FLORENTINE

•Come at your convenience•Stay as long as you like•Bring your acrylics,watercolours,or oils; indi-vidual instruction asneeded

1pm to 8pmMONDAYS, January 30- March 12, 2012

Registration at Country Bug Books & Gifts before Jan. 28.Contact: Jean Kiegerl 378-2833 painter@telus.net