1. food and drink
2. food
3. candy and sweets

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Email: valleypeak@telus.net
250-341-7243
Fresh Every Week!
Shannon’s Blinds & Designs
“I would happily recommend Shannon’s Blinds. Her service
was outstanding, and she went above & beyond our expectations.
The quote was fair and install was absolutely painless.
I will be passing her name on to all our friends.” Lynette
Mobile Showroom
Who is the only Canadian in the Baseball
Hall of Fame?
(Answer on page 7)
New
“ArtisAn DrApery”
Phantom Retractable Screen Door
Free In-Home Consultation
References Available”
plus “
(250) 342-5749
October 30-November 5, 2014 Volume 12 Issue 44
See It, Be It, Floor It
Employment
Canada’s only mountain rally, the Rocky
Mountain Rally, will be here this weekend,
Friday, October 31 and Saturday, November 1.
Rally cars will be set up in downtown Invermere on Friday between 10:30 and 11:30
am on Main Street in front of the Credit
Union. The official start will be from there.
The competitors then head out Westside
Road to Hawke Road (Brewer Creek) and
begin stages 1 and 2. Later in the day they
will be starting up Findlay Creek Road onto
Skookumchuk Creek Road and then Torrent Creek Road. Basically starting towards
Blue Lake but turning off and finishing at
Skookumchuk Pulp Mill.
Saturday’s legs of the race will be in the
Westside Road area West of Radium,
Mostly around Forster Creek, Dogleg Lake
and Hurst Creek.
You should go and check their website
www.rockymountainrally.com for exact
times and locations. You must be early to
every spot as the roads are closed during
the event. It is very exciting so get out
there if you can.
A talking dog walks into a bar and asks the
manager, “So, do you have any jobs available?”
“Wow,” says the manager. “Why don’t you
apply to the circus?”
“Why would the circus need a bartender?”
Free Beef
This Saturday, November 1, get up to
Home Hardware as it is their annual Customer Appreciation Day. That means great
deals throughout the store.
It also means free ‘Beef on a Bun’ for everyone beginning at 11 am and going ‘until
the beef is gone’.
I attend a lot of events that include food
and I have always been impressed by this
one. The Millers are there to serve up the
beef and it is always so incredibly tender
and tasty. Add a touch of mustard, horseradish or salt and pepper and you have a
delectable treat.
Don’t be shy. Get up to Home Hardware on
Saturday and enjoy a free lunch. Thanks to
Home Hardware for doing this.
www.valleyspas.ca
250-342-3922
230 Laurier Street, Athalmer
HAPPY
HALLOWEEN!!
We Carry:
Pumpkins,
Carving Kits,
Halloween Treats.
BE SAFE, HAVE FUN
Open 7 am-10 pm daily
www.agvalleyfoods.com
Open Late
Mon-Fri 8 am-7:30 pm
Saturday 8 am-6 pm
Sunday 10 am-6 pm
WINTER TIRE EVENT ON NOW!
25% Off most brands of winter tires.
PLUS up to $40 Mail-in Rebate.
Book your appointment now for your
added convenience. 350-342-4433
DCS Plumbing
For repairs
or service call:
250-341-8501
Seniors’ Discount
24 Hour emergency service
GET A GRIP!!
WE HAVE SNOW TIRES!
250-342-0800
Industrial Road # 2, Invermere
Next to Kool Country Auto Parts
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October 30-November 5, 2014
Fish Trivia
This week’s Trivia Night at The Station
Neighbourhood Pub on Wednesday, October 29, will be ‘fishing themed’. Trivia
nights have been packed as we all like to
think we are smart. It starts at 7 pm.
Canadian fishing icon, the Dimestore Fisherman Jim Huey, will be on hand as they
are currently filming an episode in the Columbia Valley. Get to know Jim and his
crew and offer up your fishing advice.
There are always great times and great
prizes at the Trivia Nights. This week you
can win an Abu-Garcia fishing rod and
tackle bag. It is a fun night out and a great
chance for you and your friends to show
your stuff.
Riddliculous
Both words in the answers to the clues
begin with the letter ‘P’.
Table tennis.
Thanksgiving dessert.
Boy from ‘Neverland’.
Ceremonial Aboriginal smoking device.
Answers on page 8.
Pets
CRESTEEL HVAC
(’81) LIMITED
Furnace and Heat Pump
Installation
Service and Repair
250-342-6312
Columbia Valley Package starting at $750
Wedding Professionals
Any Events...All Sizes
Weddings, Banquets, Parties
250-409-4448
wildbillsdjservices.com
A gnome is in the garden destroying the
shrubbery. A house cat appears and asks,
“What are you?”
“I’m a gnome. I steal food from humans,
wreck their plants, make annoying sounds
at night and I love mischief. What is it that
you are?”
“Uh, it sounds like I’m another gnome,”
says the cat.
Halloween
This Friday, October 31 is Halloween. That
means there will be a lot of little ghost and
goblins running around in the evening trick
or treating.
It is one of the most fun and exciting evenings of the year for kids as they get to
dress up and get candy. For the parents,
well, it is a bit of an attempt at sugar consumption management. Good luck.
Please be very aware of the kids out there
if you are driving around that evening. And
parents, please get something reflective on
your kids’ costumes. Safety first and foremost always.
Kids please travel with a friend or two and
have a good look at your treats before you
get into eating them. Enjoy!
For Sale
Excavating equipment and more. VJ Bishop.
Saturdays at 1496 Hsy 93/95 (north of Real
Storage). 250-341-1000.
Help Wanted
Organized & service oriented individual required
to fill vending machine twice per month in
Fairmont /Invermere area.
Flexible hours. $17 per hour.
All supplies provided and expenses paid.
Please send resume to info@glhvending.com or
call Victor at 250-870-3643 or fax 250-861-5598.
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Fairmont Pizza & Ice Cream Parlour is looking for
full-time, year-round team member. 250- 345-6233.
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YPC needs Window Cleaners and Lawn
Maintenance workers. Wages negotiable.
$15/hr to start. 250-342-7622.
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Hoodoo Grill is looking for team members.
250-345-2166.
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Dairy Queen needs kitchen & front-end staff.
Apply in person.
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RONA Delivery Driver. 342-6226.
For Rent
Versatile, inexpensive, licensed Lounge suitable for
up to 120 people, ice surface for curling. Great place
for a staff/family/friends gathering. Invermere
District Curling Centre. 250-342-3315.
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Hot Tub Rentals, Valley Spas, 250-342-3922.
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Hall rental and catering. Royal Canadian Legion,
Invermere. Reasonable rates.
250-688-0640.
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Hot Tub Rentals, Diamond Heating & Spas. 250342-7100.
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Windermere Community Hall. Upgraded. Rent the
main hall, meeting room, commercial kitchen or any
combination. Partnerships with WCA possible.
Lots of features. Call 778-526-0092.
Services
Shannon's Blinds & Designs. Covering the Valley
one window at a time. 250-342-5749.
shannonsblinds@yahoo.ca
Put your ad where it will be seen
Email valleypeak@telus.net.
HALLOWEEN HOWLER
Friday, October 31
Live Music with
‘Ted Alexander’ at 9:30 pm.
Costume Prizes
250-342-9540
6. Nothing
October 30-November 5, 2014
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Robservations
HALLOWEEN SCAVENGER HUNT
THESTATION PUB
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 31
FREE
FLU
CLINICS
Get your free flu shot at:
EDGEWATER LEGION
Tuesday, November 4, 2014, 10 to 11:30 am
A great way to add some positive energy
into your life is to become a volunteer.
Helping someone always feels good and
by joining an organization that you enjoy to
help as a volunteer will allow you to feel
good as often as you like.
There are endless opportunities out there,
so you can pick something that is relevant
to your own beliefs. Youth sports, animals,
literacy, community, health, environment,
disabilities, seniors, athletics, arts and so
much more.
Many folks don’t think they have the time
but it is worth making the time. You will
feel good.
One of my favourite volunteer gigs is the
Red Cross Health Equipment Loan Program. We loan out wheelchairs, walkers,
crutches, etc. to people who are having
mobility issues due to an injury, surgery or
age. You feel great instantly as you are
helping someone on a personal level that
really could use the assistance.
CUSTOMER
APPRECIATION DAY
Saturday, November 1
11 am til the beef is gone!
FREE
BEEF ON A BUN!
Come help celebrate
Al & Lucy’s
21st Business Anniversary!
Drinking Buddies
CANAL FLATS CIVIC CENTRE
Wednesday, November 12, 2014, 11 am to 12:30 pm
INVERMERE COMMUNITY HALL
Thursday, November 13, 2014, 10 am to 3 pm
Flu shots are safe, effective, and free
for many groups:
To view a full list of those who can get their
flu shot for free visit
www.interiorhealth.ca/FluClinics
The flu (influenza) is highly contagious. Getting
your flu shot protects you and those around you –
at home, school and work.
For more information contact your local public
health office, call the flu line 250-342-2360 or visit
www.interiorhealth.ca
Two guys are drinking at the bar when
suddenly one falls off his barstool and lies
motionless on the floor.
“One thing about Freddie,” says his friend.
“He always knows when it is time to call it
a night”.
Party in Pink
This Saturday, November 1, put on some
pink and join up with the Zumba crew to
‘Party in Pink’. It is a fundraiser for breast
cancer awareness at the Invermere Community Hall from 10 am to 1 pm.
Volunteer Zumba instructors Michael Ann,
Shawna, Julie, Sigrid, Colleen and Crystal
will be leading you in some good, fun
Zumba sessions.
There will be baking and smoothies for
sale to help raise funds. Cost is only $10
for up to 3 hours of Zumba. Get more details from the ad on page 2.
Where is Your Ad?
BUY - SELL - CONSIGN
Tex Lortscher - Owner
A-4884 Athalmer Rd, Invermere, B.C.
(Bavin Glass building)
250-341-5316 or 778-526-4812
Email tex@cyberlink.ca
And how much is it costing you? I can
pretty much guarantee it is costing more
than an ad in The Valley Peak. And I can
also assure you that it is not as effective as
an ad in The Valley Peak.
For less than $25/week, more than a 1,000
people will see your ad. Findout more by
emailing valleypeak@telus.net.
9980 Arrow Road
250-342-6908
HALLOWEEN
SPOOKTACULAR
FRIDAY OCTOBER 31
WE PAY THE TAX ON
ALL BLACK OR ORANGE ITEMS
LADIES’ NIGHT
Monday November 3, 5-9 PM
SEE YOU HERE
Parkside Place, Invermere
250-342-7171
$$$ SAVE $$$
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Skookum Inn
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Which people of NE Nepal are famed for their mountaineering skills?
Which meat is found in wiener schnitzel?
What was Mother Theresa’s real first name?
How many tusks does a warthog have?
Where did Harry Potter and friends go to school?
What touches the surface of a CD while it is playing?
Answers are
hidden within
ads in this issue.
Enjoy your
search!
MIKE 250-409-4348
507 B 7th Ave Invermere
(beside the Laundromat)
NO APPOINTMENT NECESSARY
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LOOK GOOD & FEEL GOOD
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Re-elect
GREG ANDERSON
INVERMERE COUNCILLOR
On
November
15th
Vote:
Anderson
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Balanced Perspective
Community Minded
Accountable Decision Maker
Approachable
Halloween Scavenger Hunt
The Station Neighbourhood Pub is hosting
their 2nd Annual Halloween Scavenger
Hunt this Friday, October 31. Last year
teams of 3 were sent out with their smart
phones to take photos posing in locations
that they had to find. Everyone had to be in
costume.
I am not sure what the format is this year,
but I would assume you should show up in
a costume. Entry is $5 per person. I know
that it was lots of fun last year and assume
it will be great this year as well. Call The
Station at 250-342-5557 to find out more.
October 30-November 5, 2014
THRIFT STORE
We are on the move to our new address!
1229 7th Ave.
(Next to Bank of Montreal)
(Used to be Selkirk TV)
THE STORE WILL BE CLOSED
FOR TWO WEEKS
OCTOBER 26 TO NOVEMBER 7
while we prepare the new premises.
What Year Was It?
NO NEW DONATIONS
The first Simpsons episode aired on Fox,
smoking was banned in bars, the Hubble
Telescope was put into orbit by Discovery
and the first Harry Potter book was published.
The Exxon Valdez spilled oil, ‘Driving Miss
Daisy’ won Best Picture, French and English tunnel workers met under the English
Channel and the Soviet Union collapsed.
What year was it?
See page 9.
Will be accepted during this time.
Please bring donated items to the rear
of the new store after November 7.
Thank You
Dimensions
A student was filling out a job application
when he came to the question asking for
the ‘length of current residence.”
He did not get the job because he answered, “about 30 feet”.
4. Four
BOX 2228
742 - 13 STREET
INVERMERE, B.C.
V0A 1K0
PHONE 250-342-3031
FAX 250-342-6945
EMAIL info@invermereinsurance.com
Call 250-341-7243
Heritage Grain Workshop
BOX 459
7559 MAIN STREET
RADIUM HOT SPRINGS, B.C.
V0A 1M0
PHONE 250-347-9350
FAX 250-347-6350
TOLL FREE 1-866-342-3031
There is a free workshop to introduce you
to locally grown Ancient, Landrace, Heirloom and Heritage organic grains coming
up on Saturday, November 8.
Presenters from Treasure Life Flour Mills
will teach you how to categorize grains and
choose suitable ones for your purposes.
The workshop happens from 1-4 pm at the
Lions’ Hall and there is no need to register;
just show up.
Badminton
Celebrating 20 years! 1994-2014
Take Advantage of 1994 Pricing!!
$99 for 23 litres of Wine.
The Back Door Wine Cellar
503 7th Ave, Invermere. 342-6004
The drop-in badminton sessions are back
in full swing. Badminton is a fantastic
sport, sharpening agility, hand-eye coordination, anticipation, reaction time,
cardio-vascular fitness and more.
The sessions are every Sunday, 7:30-10
pm at the DTSS, high school gym and
Wednesdays, 7-9 pm at J.A. Laird Elementary School. Drop-in cost is only $5.
Players of all skill levels are invited to drop
in. The players are very friendly and welcoming to new players.
Book Your HOLIDAY PARTY
Curling, pool, darts, shuffleboard, foosball
Licensed Premises
Fun & Affordable
250-342-3315
COMMERCIAL KITCHEN FOR RENT
THE STATION
NEIGHBOURHOOD PUB
Meet the
DIMESTORE FISHERMAN
Wednesday, October 29
at TRIVIA NIGHT!!
HALLOWEEN
SCAVENGER HUNT
Our compassionate care visitors come
to your home, anywhere in the Valley from
Spillimacheen to Canal Flats.
Friday, October 31
$5/person
Come in Costume
Lots of great prizes!
Give us a call (250) 688-1143.
250-342-5557
If you or someone you know is living with
a terminal illness, we can help.
October 30-November 5, 2014
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Details for Ladies’ Night Out
HALLOWEEN HOWLER
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 31
WHITEHOUSE PUB
250-342-3004
50% OFF ALL CLOTHING!
We are open and golfing
‘until the snow flies!’
www.windermerevalleygolfcourse.com
Player Friendly, Affordable, Walkable!
VISIT KARI’S KITCHEN
Lambert-Kipp
Pharmacy
J. Douglas Kipp, B.Sc. (Pharm)
Laura Kipp, Pharm D.
Irena Shepard, B.Sc. (Pharm)
Stop by and see our great
selection of photo frames!
Remember, we have the Kodak
Kiosk for photo developing, too.
Phone 250-342-6612 or fax 250-342-6574
This coming Monday, November 3, enjoy
‘Girlfriends’ Night Out’ at the businesses of
Parkside Place between 5 and 9 pm.
Participating stores include Details by
JoAnne, The Trading Post, Selkirk Cellular, Her Public, Circle Health Foods, Bicycle Works, Rainbow Donkey, Three Bears
Gift Shop and Inside Edge.
It will be a great night to get together with
your girlfriends and get an early start on
Christmas shopping or just to treat yourselves. There will be in-store specials,
prize draws and goodies.
Shop early and shop local.
Great Ad
An anti-drinking and driving billboard in
Washington State shows a police car with
flashing lights and says, “If you drink and
drive, we will provide the chasers”.
Drop-In Curling
With the Olympics this past spring and all
of the other televised curling events, I
know that you are considering checking it
out. You might just be a bit nervous about
others judging your skill level so you want
a nice quiet time to try it.
Friday nights between 7 and 9 pm and
Tuesday afternoons from 2 to 4 pm is open
ice for drop-in curling times.
There is always someone around to give
you a bit of direction and all the equipment
needed is available for use at the Curling
Centre.
It is very affordable (just a few bucks) and
a lot more fun than you can imagine. Plus
it is a bit more difficult than they make it
look on the television.
The Curling Centre is fully licensed so you
can enjoy a beverage before or after you
try it out.
ON THE ROAD AGAIN!
The Columbia Valley Rockies
are on the road for
7 straight games.
They will be back on Friday,
November 14
GOOD LUCK
ROCKIES!
Kijhl hOCKEY
THE GIFT THAT KEEPS ON GIVING
New Inventory Arriving Daily!
926 7th Ave, Invermere (Frater Landing)
250-342-4406 or 1-800-433-3606
SPICE IT UP!
November 2
Worship & Life Instruction
“ON MISSION TOGETHER...”
Pastor Trevor Ministering
“K.I.D.S.” Church available during the
Morning Service (age 3 to grade 7)
UPCOMING EVENTS
Friday, October 31, 6:30 pm
STUFFED PORK ROAST DINNER
PLEASE SUPPORT THE
2014 POPPY FUND
Remembrance Day November 11
ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION
Branch 71, Invermere
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Downtown Invermere
250-342-9661
Daily Lunch
Specials
SPECIALTY MEAT CUTTERS
WILD GAME & MORE!
We are your Butcher
Monday-Saturday
9 am-6 pm.
KONIG MEAT& SAUSAGE COMPANY
JUNIOR CURLING
FALL SESSION-Only $20
Every Wednesday
4 pm to 5 pm (ages 9 to 19)
CALL 250-342-3315
email invermerecurling@shaw.ca
Call 250-341-7243
October 30-November 5, 2014
Free Flu Clinics
Interior Health is offering up free shots for
influenza again this year. They have 3
separate sessions here in the Columbia
Valley
Next Tuesday, November 4 the clinic is at
the Edgewater Legion between 10 am and
11:30 am.
On Wednesday, November 12, they will be
in Canal Flats at the Civic Centre from 11
am to 12:30 pm.
On Thursday, November 13 the clinic is at
the Invermere Community Hall from 10 am
until 3 pm.
This year the vaccine will contain antigens
for a few different forms of the flu and it
should be helpful in eliminating a lot of
illnesses. Take advantage of it.
24 HOUR FLOOD SERVICE
COMMERCIAL & RESIDENTIAL
CARPET CLEANING
Serving the Valley since 1980
Find us at ptarmigan-invermere.com
Contact us at 250-342-9692 or
email rugclean@telus.net
250-342-9933
Dog Owners
Two dog owners were bragging about how
smart their dogs are.
“My dog greets the paperboy, gives him a
tip, and brings the paper in to me every
day.”
“I know,” said the other man.
“How do you know that?”
“My dog told me”.
FALL IS HERE!
and with it comes
PUMPKIN PIE BLIZZARDS
Get yours while they are still available!
Inside ICAN
Howdy! Chester and my brother Cowboy
here, reporting from the ICAN Rescue and
Adoption Facility with some safety tips for
Halloween.
Be sure to keep all pets inside and away
from the front door when trick-or-treaters
come around.
Dogs may try to protect you from the scary
creatures, and both dogs and cats might
escape and become injured or lost if
they're scared.
Lit candles are especially attractive to the
curious and no matter how much we beg,
please keep the sweet treats out of our
reach! Chocolate can be poisonous to us,
and all candies make us sick.
Happy Halloween from everyone at ICAN.
>^..^< >^..^<
Winter Pizza Hours
RENT THIS SPACE
$60 or Less for 1,500 Copies!
Reach the Locals
Reach the Visitors
Reach the Internet
Pizzeria Mercato, located at Hopkins’ Harvest on the highway at Windermere, is
cutting their hours to a winter schedule.
They will producing their fantastic pizza
between 4 pm and 8 pm, Wednesday to
Sunday (closed Monday and Tuesday).
They have some great pizza so get out
there and check it out.
Saturday, November 1, 10 am-4 pm.
1496 Hwy 93/95 (North of Real Storage)
Reach your Business Potential!
Advertising in The Valley Peak is so
affordable and so effective that you will
wonder why you didn’t try it earlier.
Get more information at:
www.valleypeak.ca
or email valleypeak@telus.net
or call 250-341-7243
EQUIPMENT SALE
WHERE WAS I?
Answer on page 10
Can you guess where this photo was taken?
Gravel Trucks, Tri-axle Pony Trailers,
Logging Trucks, Skid Steers,
Endump Gravel Trailers, Excavators,
Hiab/Water Truck, 950 Loader,
Snow Plows, Sanding Trucks,
27’ Travel Trailer, 71 Camaro
and Much, Much More.
October 30-November 5, 2014
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The Thrifty Reporter
ROCKY MOUNTAIN RALLY
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 31
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 1
The Thrift Store staff would like to thank
everyone who came and helped out by
purchasing items during the 1/2 price and
bag sale.
The store now will be closed for a few
weeks – at this time donations will NOT be
accepted at the old OR new location!
Renovations to the new store are now
completed and the next couple of weeks
are needed to move.
Stay tuned for the exciting announcement
of when the new location will be open.
Donated items will be accepted at the rear
of the new store after November 8.
YOUR COMPANY LOGO
STAMPED IN CHOCOLATE!
A great gift idea for your clients.
PROUDLY PRINTING THE VALLEY PEAK
www.peacockembroidery.ca
email: bonnie@peacockembroidery.ca
Canadian Sports Trivia Answer
The lone Canadian in the Baseball Hall of
Fame is Ferguson Jenkins, a right-handed
pitcher. He compiled 284 wins and 3,192
strikeouts in his 19 year career.
Vampires
Three vampires enter a bar.
“What can I get you?” asks the bartender.
“Blood for me,” says the first vampire.
“Me too,” says the second one.
“I will have plasma,” says the third.
“So 2 bloods and a blood light?”
Juvenile Jargon by MTG
TICKETS $50
BOOK LAUNCH PARTY
BIRD’S EYE VIEW
By Elinor Florence
Friday, November 14, 7-9 pm
Pynelogs Cultural Centre
Sponsored by Invermere Public Library
and Columbia Valley Arts Council
Books on sale as of October 25 at the
Library, any bookstore & Amazon.com
Halloween is soon upon us. In less than a
week the thin barrier between our world
and the underworld will crumble, releasing
hundreds upon thousands of ghosts,
ghouls and other creatures into the world
of the living.
In case you didn’t get it from the past two
sentences, I really love Halloween. By far
my favourite holiday, and this year all the
horror and terror will be brought to Invermere; trick or treaters beware.
But with all the terror, fear, and horrid creatures flying around, Halloween is nothing in
comparison to the horrors of maultaschen.
Prepare to Vote
Municipal elections are coming up on November 15. Please take the time to do
some research and figure out which candidate(s) are best suited to your values.
The term for the successful candidates will
be 4 years. That is plenty of time to see
some growth and improvement in our communities but we need the right people in
place to do this.
It is important that you do vote so please
do your homework.
CALL FOR VOLUNTEER
INVERMERE PUBLIC LIBRARY
BOARD MEMBERS
In accordance with the Library Act, the District of
Invermere is inviting applications for membership
on the Invermere Public Library Board.
Membership on the Board will be for a two year
term, commencing January, 1, 2015.
To be eligible, you must be a resident or elector of the
District of Invermere.
Members of the Invermere District Council, employees
of the District of Invermere and employees of
the existing Library Board are not eligible.
Successful candidates must possess a strong sense of
community service, willingness to work respectfully as
part of a team and have good communication skills.
For a complete outline of the board members
responsibilities please visit the Invermere
Libraries website (invermere.bclibrary.ca) under
“About Us” and “Board Members”.
New board members must be willing to attend training
and information sessions designed to assist them in the
work they undertake on behalf of the
Invermere Library Board.
Interested persons are invited to submit written applications on or before November 14th, 2014 @ 4:30 p.m. to
Kindry Luyendyk at the District of Invermere Municipal
Office (914 – 8th Avenue) or email
corporateservices@invermere.net
OPEN
Monday to
Saturday
8:30 am to
5:30 pm
►CUSTOM EXHAUST SYSTEMS
►WINDSHIELD REPLACEMENT
►TIRE SERVICES
►Brakes, mufflers, suspensions, air conditioning,
Julie St.Amand 250-688-5564
www.my.tupperware.ca/juliestamand
propane conversion, fuel injection and more!
250-342-9424 or walkersrepair@cyberlink.bc.ca
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Diamond Heating & Spas
The
Original
Therapy
Tub
ONLY AT...
info@diamondheatingandspas.com
250-342-7100
SUNSET MOTEL
Radium Hot Springs
Locals Discounts, Group Discounts.
First Responders, Police, Fire,
Ambulance, Military Discounts.
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October 30-November 5, 2014
The 4th Agreement
‘Always Do Your Best’
Your best can vary depending on your
health or situation but you should always
do your best at the time. That will eliminate
self-judgment, self-abuse and regret.
Doing your best means enjoying the action
without considering the reward. Pleasure
comes from doing what you like in life and
having fun, not from how much you get
paid. Enjoy the path traveled and the destination will take care of itself.
Live in the moment and release the past. It
allows us to be fully alive right now, enjoying what is present without worrying about
the past or the future. Have patience with
yourself and practice forgiveness.
If you do your best always, transformation
will occur.
5. Hogwarts
Riddliculous Answer
Ping pong, pumpkin pie, Peter Pan and
peace pipe.
New Puppy
I was home with stomach flu the same
week we got our new little puppy. My wife
called to ask how I was doing.
“I’m okay, I guess,” I said. “But guess who
pooped in the kitchen?”
Daylight Savings
This Saturday night, at 2 am (Sunday
morning, November 2, really), don’t forget
to set your clocks back 1 hour. ‘Spring
ahead, Fall back’, is the saying to help
remember.’
This will give us an extra hour of daylight in
the evenings, which will be nice. It is going
to be pretty dark in the mornings though.
We used to do this a bit earlier in the year
and the kids would get a bit more daylight
for Halloween. I wonder why the ‘powers
that be’ have made this change. I also
wonder how Creston, B.C. and Saskatchewan get to not change their times.
Library Board
The Invermere Public Library is looking to
fill positions on the Library Board. It is a 2year volunteer position that begins on
January 1, 2015.
If you enjoy reading and value the importance of literacy in our society, then this
could be the position for you. It is a great
and important way to give back to the community.
Find out more in the District of Invermere
ad on page 7.
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Whitehouse Halloween
CUSTOMER APPRECIATION
BEEF ON A BUN
HOME HARDWARE SATURDAY
This Friday, October 31 is Halloween and
the Whitehouse Pub in Windermere is having a party. Suit up into a costume and
enjoy live music by Ted Alexander. The
music begins at 9:30 pm so you still have
time to hand out some candy, grab your
kids’ costume and get out to the pub.’
Have a safe and happy Halloween.
It was That Year
In 1990, a new home was worth $123,000
and the average annual income was
$29,000. East and West Germany reunited, the first web page was written, Mr.
Bean debuted and the first McDonalds in
Russia opened.
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Children’s Play Area-Lending Library
Practical Workshops & Classes
Open Mon.-Fri., 9 am-noon & 1-4 pm
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Max, the little pet camel walked into his
owners bedroom at 3 am and asked for a
drink of water.
“Another one,” said the father. “That’s the
second one this month!”
Wrap Attack Back
Wraps are back at Fairmont Pizza & Ice
Cream Parlour. Choose from donairs,
chicken souvlaki, chicken Caesar or pulled
pork. They are all really tasty.
And kudos to these folks. John, Margo and
Vern remove these items through the summer to accommodate Tony’s Greek Grill.
But they do a great job of them so many
folks are disappointed.
But they are back on the menu for this
winter. Try one. You will definitely not be
disappointed.
Rockies Hockey
The Columbia Valley Rockies pulled off a
couple of exciting wins at home last week.
Both games were very close and left the
fans wanting more.
We will have to wait a bit for the next home
game. The Rockies are on the road for
their next 7 games. They visit Kimberley,
Spokane, Nelson, Castlegar, Grand Forks,
Beaver Valley and Creston.
When they return, the Rockies will host the
North Okanagan Knights on Friday, November 14. Let’s hope they have a few
more points in the standings when they
come back.
Good work by all the fans who have been
so supportive. Having a nice crowd certainly helps the team with inspiration
Enjoy our SPORTS LOUNGE
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October 30-November 5, 2014
Kids’ Activities
One of the most affordable and fun activities for kids in the valley is the Junior Curling Program at the Invermere District Curling Centre. The cost is only $20 for sessions every Wednesday, 4-5 pm, until December 10.
Instruction and equipment are provided as
part of the registration fees. There is also a
bring a friend hot dog party.
The program starts up for 8 more weeks in
January, but that is another story.
Call 250-342-3315 or drop in on Wednesday for more information.
Where I Was?
The photo on page 6 is a repeat but it is
relevant right now. It is a photo of a car
from last year’s Rocky Mountain Rally. It is
happening again this year, specifically this
Friday and Saturday, October 31 and November 1.
Go to www.rockymountainrally.com for
more information.
Museum
AUTO
REPAIRS
TIRE SALES & REPAIRS,
4-wheel drive repairs,
Air conditioning repairs,
Engine & transmission replacements,
Vehicle inspections
INVERMERE INDUSTRIAL PARK
250-342-9316
“I don’t know how,” said the blonde. “That
they know the names of all these dinosaurs that have been extinct for millions of
years. How do they even know they were
called dinosaurs?”
1. Sherpas
IS THIS YOUR COMPUTER
Legion Crib Club
Do you enjoy the game of cribbage? The
Invermere Legion has a crib tournament
every Tuesday evening at 7 pm. Players of
all skill levels and experience are welcome. It is a great chance to learn.
Legion members are eligible to advance to
provincial tournaments but everyone is
welcome to come out each week.
2. Veal
Wood Pellets
Wood heat is a great way to go and many
valley residents have a modern, wood pellet stove. RONA has stocked up on wood
pellets. They are selling the 18.1 kg bags
for $4.99. Or you can buy a whole pallet of
pellets (60 bags) for only $299.99.
Rumour has it that the suppliers of the
pellets in Canada are having a tough time
finding the raw materials. That is another
reason to take advantage of RONA’s deal.
www.valleyspas.ca
250-342-3922
230 Laurier Street, Athalmer
Book Launch
Local writer Elinor Florence will be at
the Pynelogs Cultural Centre to launch
her new book, ‘Bird’s Eye View’, on
Friday, November 14, from 7-9 pm.
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TRIPLE “S”
plus
COMPUTERS
JUST ONE CALL
250-347-9302
250-341-1503
“Intensive Care”
For computers.
Healthy Computer
“Miracle cures”
for viruses.
Pick-up & drop-off
Cards, calendars
and l0ads of
Christmas inspiration
The Little Scrapbook Store
Downtown Invermere 250-342-7238
Top Lindal North
American Dealer 2013
October 30-November 5, 2014
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Heavy Equipment Sale
Thrift Store Moving
VJ Bishop is selling off all of their excavating and hauling equipment. You can go
and check it out this Saturday, November
1, beginning at 10 am on the company
property at 1496 Hwy 93,95 (just north of
Real Storage).
Check the ad on page 6 or you can also
give Butch a call at 250-341-1000 for any
information.
The Thrift Store will be closed from now
until early November while they move to
their new location. They will be setting up
next to the Bank of Montreal in the old Selkirk TV location.
They will not be accepting any new donations until the move is completed. They are
hoping to be able to accept donations as of
Saturday, November 8. Then you can just
leave them out back as always.
Congratulations to the Invermere Health
Care Auxiliary on their new location for the
Thrift Store.
Adult Skating
Grab your blades and head down to the
Eddie Mountain Memorial Arena for a few
laps during the Adult Skate on Fridays, at
11:45 am.
Different Attitudes
A single woman goes home, sees what’s in
the fridge, and goes to bed.
A married woman goes, home, sees what’s
in bed, and goes to the fridge.
Live Music Mondays
This coming Monday, November 3, enjoy
the sounds of ‘Smarty Pants’ between 7
and 9pm at the Horsethief Creek Pub &
Eatery in Radium.
The pub showcases musical talent every
Monday as a great night to get out and
enjoy some live entertainment. Go see for
yourself.
Part Time Job
Comedy is Cool
The Third Annual ICAN ‘Raise the Woof’
dinner and stand-up comedy show is set
for Friday, November 21at the Invermere
Community Hall. Three comedians will
show their stuff for the crowd during this
fundraiser.
Enjoy an Anne Riches catered dinner,
Dave McGrath as the emcee and Tex as
auctioneer for a great evening.
Now I love comedy. Laughter is great for
your body and soul. I always feel great
after a good comedy show.
Check the ad on page 7 for ticket information.
Hwy 93/95
OPEN AT
5 pm DAILY
250-345-2166
Thursday
Night Jams
Tuesday-Crab Night!
Wednesday-Wing Night!
Friday-Fish & Chips!
Sunday-Prime Rib!
See what WE DO at HOODOO!
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FAIRMONT
250-
COURSE STILL OPEN!
PAY BY USING HONOUR BOX
Clubhouse Closed
Rentals, Pull Carts & Power Carts Available-Group Functions
Check out the classifieds on page 2. There
is a pretty cool job stocking vending machines for not a bad wage.
OPEN DAILY
7 am-5 pm
Words of Wisdom
Licensed Premises
Whatever women do they must do twice as
well as men to be thought half as good.
Luckily, this is not difficult.
Real heroes don’t save the world, they
serve the world.
Fairmont Fabulous
Cinnamon Buns
Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free Pizza
Now that really doesn’t sound like it would
be very appetizing, but surprise, Fairmont
Pizza & Ice Cream Parlour pulls it off perfectly.
A gluten-free pizza dough topped with all
your favourites except the cheese. Add a
bit of minced garlic and it is over the top
with fantastic flavours.
Add an awesome gluten-free brownie for
dessert and life is very good.
Call 250-341-7243
Names We’ve Heard
30 Henry Winkler, Diego Maradona
31 John Candy, Vanilla Ice
1 Larry Flynt, Jenny McCarthy
2 Daniel Boone, Marie Antoinette
3 Charles Bronson, Rosanne Barr
4 Loretta Swift, Matthew McConaughey
5 Art Garfunkel, Bryan Adams
30 Susan Witt, Dionne Rad
31 Edel Fuller, Gladys Sam,
Jason Stevens
2 JoAnne Willox
3 Jared Oaks, Laura Wingert,
Noreen Madden, Joy Hemmelgarn,
Braeden Logan, Riley Lumsden
4 Brian Slotta, Jordyn Franson
5 Jill Wake
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Browse through our giftware
and fashion selections while
enjoying fresh baked goods,
breakfast, lunch or a
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Ask us about our catering services
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October 30-November 5, 2014
‘SMARTY PANTS’
MONDAY, November 3, 7-9 pm
LUNCH ’til LATE-Kitchen Open until
FREE LISTINGS FOR COMMUNITY EVENTS
Columbia Valley Food Bank Hours
Tuesdays & Thursdays, 1-2 pm.
2nd & 4th Wednesday, 5:30-7:30 pm.
Located in Library Basement.
Museum Hours
Tuesdays, 10 am-4 pm.
Thrift Store Hours
Closed for moving.
Invermere Library hours
Tuesday-Saturday, 10 am-5 pm.
Wednesday, 10 am-8 pm.
Radium Library Hours
Tuesday, 6-8 pm.
Wed, Thurs. 1-4pm
Saturday, 10 am–1 pm.
Invermere Camera Club
On Facebook
Every Thursday
Pickleball, Mt. Nelson Park, 10 am, 342-6474.
Carpet Bowling & more. Radium Hall, 1:30-4 pm.
Downtown Get Down, Invermere Cenotaph, 5-8 pm.
Zumba, Laird, 5:30 pm, 341-5474.
Ladies” Art Night, Black Star Studios, 6-8 pm.
Yoga, Radium Seniors’/Community Hall, 6:30-8 pm.
Jiu Jitsu, 7-9 pm, Judo Hall, 250-341-7113.
Cards & Games, Invermere Legion, 7 pm.
Texas Hold ’Em Poker, Invermere Legion, $35, 7 pm.
Open Jam at the Hoodoo Grill.
2nd Thursday of Every Month
Invermere Senior’s Lunches, 342-9281 ext 1227.
3rd Thursday of Every Month
Parkinson's Disease Support Group Meeting at Heritage
Inn in Cranbrook at 7 pm.
Every Friday
Storytime at Invermere Public Library 10:30 am. 250342-6416.
Adult Skating, 11:45, Eddie Mountain Memorial Arena.
Duplicate Bridge at Invermere Seniors’ Hall at 1 pm.
Dinner at Invermere Legion at 6:30 pm.
Drop-in Curling, 7-9 pm.
Alcoholics Anonymous at Radium Catholic Church. 8
pm. 342-2424.
WOOD PELLETS
$4.99/bag
(18.1 kg)
60-Bag Pallet
$299.99
Last Friday of Every Month
Soup & a Bun at Edgewater Legion, Noon, $6.
Every Saturday
Men’s ‘Promise Keepers’ Breakfast, 7 am, Alliance
Church.
Storytime at Invermere Public Library 11 am. 342-6416.
Climbing Wall, Laird School, 5-8 pm, 250-688-5228.
Crib, Edgewater Legion, 7:30 pm.
Alcoholics Anonymous, 8 pm. 625 4 St. 250-342-2424.
Every Sunday
ICAN Open noon to 6pm.
Worship & Fellowship, Alliance Church, 10:30 am.
Carpet Bowling & more. Radium Hall, 1:30-4 pm.
Climbing Wall, Laird School, 5-8 pm, 250-688-5228.
Badminton, DTSS Gym, 7:30-10 pm, $5 Drop-in.
Alcoholics Anonymous, 8 pm. 625 4 St. 250-342-2424.
Every Monday
Invermere Seniors’ Carpet Bowling at 1:30 pm.
Zumba, Laird, 5:30 pm, 341-5474.
Jiu Jitsu, 7-9 pm, Judo Hall, 250-341-7113.
Live Music, Horsethief Creek Pub, 7-9 pm.
Al-Anon at Invermere Catholic Church at 7:15 pm. 3428255.
Drop-in Basketball, DTSS, 8:30 pm, 341-1856.
3rd Monday Each Month
Windermere Valley Saddle Club, 7 pm, Tim Hortons.
Every Tuesday
Pickleball, Mt. Nelson Park, 10 am, 342-6474.
Purcell Mountain Painters meet at Invermere Seniors’
Hall from 9 am to 1 pm.
Aqua Zumba, Julie, Copper Point Resort, 9:30 am.
Card Games & more. Radium Hall, 1:30-4 pm.
Drop-in Curling, 2-4 pm.342-3315.
Crib at Invermere Legion, 7 pm.
Mindful Meditation, 7 pm, Columbia Garden Village.
Cubs & Beavers, 6-7 pm, J. A. Laird. 341-3983.
Alcoholics Anonymous, 8 pm. 625 4 St. 250-342-2424.
1st Tuesday of Every Month
MS Support Group, 7 pm, Christ Church Trinity.
1st and 3rd Tuesday Each Month
OPTions for Sexual Health. Confidential low-cost birth
control, STI testing. 6:30-8:30 pm. 250-688-6787.
Every Wednesday
Rotary Club of Invermere, Curling Centre, 11:45 am.
Duplicate Bridge at Invermere Seniors’ Hall at 1 pm.
10 pm Daily, 11 pm Friday/Saturday
facebook.com/horsethiefpub
Junior Curling, 4-5 pm.
Zumba, Laird, 5:30 pm, 341-5474.
Trivia Night at The Station, 7 pm.
Badminton, J.A.Laird, 7-9 pm, $5 Drop-in.
Alcoholics Anonymous, 8 pm. 625 4 St. 250-342-2424.
2nd Wednesday of Each Month
PJ Story Time, Invermere Public Library, 6 pm.
October 29, Wednesday
Trivia Night with the Dimestore Fisherman, Station Pub.
October 31, Friday
Stuffed Pork Roast Dinner, Invermere Legion, 6:30 pm.
Halloween Scavenger Hunt, The Station Pub, 342-5557.
Halloween Party, Whitehouse, Ted Alexander, 9:30 pm.
October 31, November 1, Friday, Saturday
Rocky Mountain Rally.
November 1, Saturday
Lego Club, Radium Library, ages 5+, 10 am.
Heavy Equipment sale, VJ Bishop, 10 am, Page 6 ad.
Beef on a Bun, Home Hardware, 11 am on.
Pink Zumba, Invermere Hall, 10 am-1 pm, ad page 2.
November 2, Sunday
Daylight Savings, move clocks back 1 hr at 2 am.
November 3, Monday
Live Music, Horsethief Creek Pub, 7-9 pm.
Ladies’ Night Out, Parkside Place.
Canal Flats All-Candidates Forum, 7-9 pm.
November 4, Tuesday
Flu Clinic, Edgewater Legion, 10 am-11:30 am.
November 8, Saturday
Heritage Grain Workshop, Lions’ Hall, 1-4 pm, free.
November 5, Wednesday
RDEK/School Board Candidates Forum, 7-9 pm.
November 10, Monday
Invermere All-Candidates Forum, DTSS 7-9 pm.
November 12, Wednesday
Flu Clinic, Canal Flats Seniors’ Hall, 11 am-12:30 pm.
November 13, Thursday
Flu Clinic, Invermere Hall, 10 am-3 pm.
November 14, Friday
Bird’s Eye View Book Launch, Pynelogs, 7-9 pm.
As an event organizer, don’t forget to contact
The Valley Peak with your information.
Improve local awareness and increase attendance
by emailing valleypeak@telus.net.
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