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On special this week Walk to mark 1-year Community Do you have 2 hrs/wk during school hours to
anniversary of
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Nicola Family Therapy fundraiser
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OFTEN THE BeefINrOasts
TOWN Miguel Mack's raiser is to raise as much money as they good English language skills. Free training
homicide
can to help provide Mental Health Ser- provided. Tutors read with 3 elementary
Come check us out! vices for those who cannot afford it. students for 30 minutes each, once a week for
With the 1-year Help them fill their boardroom with 10 - 12 weeks. Email literacymerritt@gmail.com
anniversary of Mi- bottles and cans. They are hoping to beat or text 250.378.7844 to sign up.
guel's disappear- last year’s donation of $1472. Drop bot-
ance on Tuesday, tles off at the office, 2185A Voght St., or
Merritt's #1 DJ the Mack family call 250-378-9222 for a pick up — or di-
Dr. Mark Godley joins corneotherapist
will hold a walk in rectly to the bottle depot and say you’d Anastaszia Cash
his honour today, like to donate to Nicola Family Therapy, •Skin tag & mole removal
March 1, starting no sorting required.
•Non-surgical facelift
at 5pm from at 'Art Heals' art show • O shot
2337 Coutlee Ave., The NVCAC new community art ex- • P shot
winding through Merritt and ending at hibit, Art Heals show, from Feb 29-Mar •Teeth whitening
Spirit Square. Please bring a candle and 31, at the Arts Centre beside Kekuli Cafe. •Infrared sauna
join for a moment of silence. This art show is a gathering of current •Red light therapy
The RCMP’s Southeast District Major or past work from over 20 artists, pieces •Weight loss •Wellness
Book your studio visit today Crime Unit is renewing a call for infor- that were created to express pain, trau- •Stem cells treatments •Hair restoration
mation. •PRP •Botox & fillers
ma, loss in the artist’s life. Or art, crafts, ✰✰✰✰✰
“To date, our investigation has shown •Laser
writing, or music that brought comfort •PDO threads 5-star rating
•Custom facials
that Miguel Mack’s disappearance was to the maker during a hardship. Meet Most advanced technology
ANNUAL the result of foul play and that Miguel and Greet Friday, Mar 15 , 1-4pm, with a worldwide
Mack is the victim of a homicide,” RCMP mandala healing art activity, the Ukulele
GENERAL MEETING Staff Sgt. Jason Smart said, noting the Circle performing. Please come and join
Book at 250-936-9200
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THURSDAY MARCH 28, 2024 investigation remains a priority for the us that day, to see the art show, partic- 1751 Granite Ave., Merritt
ROOM 4, MERRITT CIVIC CENTRE 6:30 p.m. Southeast District Major Crimes Unit. ipate yourself, enjoy the music and re- by appointment only
NVFB Society members, and people interested in “It is important to police that the per- freshments.
son(s) responsible for his disappearance Two dementia education workshops
becoming members, are urged to attend. The more COMPUTER GUY
and murder be held accountable and it 1-Understanding behaviour changes
members we have signed up – the better our quali- is even more important for Mr. Mack’s
fications for grants to help us build our new facility! Explore various changes in behaviours Repairs, upgrades, on-site service
family to be provided with some sem- caused by dementia and learn practical
Membership is not onerous – the fee is just $5.00 and blance of closure so that they can begin strategies for responding in support-
Joe 604-377-0274
there is just the one meeting a year. However, for those to heal from this terrible ordeal.” ive ways. For caregivers. Wed, March 6
who wish to be more involved, we do have openings on Police are urging people who may 1-3:30pm, Civic Ctre, 1950 Mamette Ave.
our Board of Directors that need to be filled. have information about the disappear- 2-Transitions along the dementia
ance of Miguel Mack to contact the journey This facilitated discussion will
Refreshments will be served. Our Annual Performance Southeast District Major Crime Unit at explore the process of change and how
Review will be available. Learn about our proposed 1-877-987-8477. this affects feelings of grief and loss.
plans/dreams/wishes for our new facility that we will be “There are people out there with Hear from other caregivers and learn
building on our recently- acquired property! knowledge of Miguel Mack’s disappear- strategies for coping along the dementia
ance and we are asking those individuals journey. For caregivers. Wed, March 27
FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY to come forward and contact the police,” 1-4pm, Civic Ctre, 1950 Mamette Ave.
Smart added. Pre-registration by calling First Link®
St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church Dementia Helpline: 1-800-936-6033.
Souvenir Book, 1923 Drought & water mgt workshops
The City of Merritt In Merritt, Decoding Drought Man-
agement Engagement Session will be held
Merritt also stands high in the realm
Newcomer’s
Wednesday, March 13, 6-8pm, Civic Ctre
of religion. There are four places of pub- Rm 3. The workshop is designed to im-
lic worship: Roman Catholic, Anglican, prove awareness of the supports avail-
Methodist and Presbyterian, each having
Tea
able to producers to prepare for and
its own resident pastor. The Bretheren reduce the impacts of drought and to
with a are also represented. Weekly divine ser- build understanding in the agriculture
vice and Sabbath School are held in all sector about BC’s legislative framework
the churches. The buildings are compar-
Train atively new, well equipped and loyally
supported. All the Auxiliary societies:
for water management. FMI events02@
vgnresources.ca, 1-877-906-1131
Celebration Ladies Aids, Girls Guilds, Young Peo-
Call for performers for Music in the Park
The City is encouraging talented &
ple's Societies and C.G.L.T. groups are
experienced performers, vocal or in-
Join us popular and healthy institutions.
strumental to submit an application for
In the realm of sport there is quality,
Saturday, March 23, 2024 HOSTED BY
Light Refreshments will be available ing, sleighing and dancing are loyally Merritt Youth Soccer registration
supported. Last winter — 1922 — rep- Until March 15, join the outdoor soc-
resentatives of the Merritt Curling Club cer season. Season starts the week of Apr
won the P. Burns Challenge Cup and 8 and ends the week of Jun 10, for youth
other trophies in open competition at between the ages of 4 & 13. FMI info@
Kamloops, and this summer — 1923 — merrittyouthsoccer.com. Register at
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