Kootenay Market Grand Opening

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June 2015
Volume 9 Issue 5
Kootenay Market Grand Opening
George Wood and Mayor Dean McKerracher shake
hands at the grand opening of Kootenay Market on May
22, 2015. Summer hours are 10:00 am to 8:00 pm
residential - commercial - industrial
Jason Heyboer, FSR electrician
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Box 1278 Elkford, BC V0B 1H0
If you are interested in registering for the workshops
please call the Elkford Public Library at
T.O.P.S.
(Taking Off Pounds Sensibly) #5097 Elkford Chapter
250-865-2912
Meet regularly every Tuesday at the
Elk Valley Congregational Church Basement
Confidential weigh in: 4:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Meetings: 4:30 p.m. ‘til 5:30 p.m.
to put your name on an interest list.
Thank You.
Everyone is welcome and we strive to educate each
other pertaining to nutrition and food values.
For further information call Renie @ 865-2029
or Lila @ 865-7190
AGNES CREEK TRADING
Reno Decks Flooring
Handyman Projects
Call Jack. Cell: 425-5327
865-7221
Send us your photos!
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As I look out the window, or better yet go out of doors, I marvel at the beauty around us in this beautiful valley. The sun is
shining and becoming warmer, the days are getting longer, the grass is turning green, the dandelions are flowering. The
trees are beginning to bud and leaf out. People are excited to get out of doors and plant something.
Do we ever stop and say thanks for the beauty around us?
Genesis 1: says to us “In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth. Now the earth was formless and
empty darkness was over the surface of the deep, and the Spirit of God was hovering over the waters.
God said, “Let there be light and there was light. God saw that the light was good and he separated the light from the
darkness. God called the light “day” and the darkness he called “night.” And there was evening, and there was morning,
the first day.”
Gen. 1:11 Then God said, “Let the land produce vegetation: seed bearing plants and trees on the land that bear fruit
with seed in it, according to their various kinds. And it was so. The land produced vegetation: plants bearing seed
according to their kinds and trees bearing fruit with seed according to their kinds. And God saw that it was good. And
there was evening and there was morning, the third day.”
As we read on we see all that God created in a total of six days.
Genesis 1: 31 concludes this chapter with “God saw all he had made, and it was very good. And there was evening,
and there was morning—the sixth day.” (The NIV Study Bible)
Look out your window at the tall evergreens with the mountain peaks behind the trees. We know we are at a high
elevation as there is still snow on those mountain peaks. Walk down to the creek, stop and listen to the gurgling water as
it goes over the rocks. Enjoy how very clear the water is. Enjoy the deer and other animals that wander through our area.
God has given all this beauty to us for us to enjoy. Let us make a point of treating it with great respect. I find people
often use the streets and sidewalks as garbage containers. This is so very unnecessary. Put your empty bar wrapper or
pop can in your pocket until you come to one of the many garbage cans that are around the community. If what you want
to dispose of can be recycled, take it home or to the recycling bins. There is no reason for our community to become
littered with garbage. Let all of us begin doing our part. Enjoy the beautiful outdoors that God created and help us do our
part at keeping it clean.
Blessings
Pastor Kay
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5 years experience
with excellent references.
It is amazing how a couple
of hours a week of cleaning
or whatever suits your needs,
can free up your time.
Let us spread your news on local sporting
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Hair Eloquence
Faye has just returned from one of the National
Annual Hairdressers Conventions last month, and
is happy to be refreshed, reassured and
broadened in education pertaining to the vocation
I’ve enjoyed for the past 45 years!
Further education is scheduled for June 1, and
following that date, Hair Eloquence, 1362 Needles
Crescent (250-865-7119), will host an extra special
product sale for the week of June 2 to 9, where
most products will be available at great savings.—
many at cost (wholesale) or less!
This is a week-long event, intended for you to take
advantage!
June 2 to 9
See you there!
Faye
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The Purple Pirate
Free Children’s Show
Monday, July 6th at 11:00 am
Sponsored by the Elkford Public Library
And the Kootenay Library Federation
For more information
and to register please contact
the Elkford Public Library at 250-865-2912
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Q & A - ELKFORD LADIES RUNNING
CLUB
In the past few weeks you may have seen a group of
women running the streets of Elkford once a week, and
wondered what they were running from! Recently Elkford
resident, Vanessa Smith, has started up two running
groups that meet every week. Even if you aren’t a runner,
here are a few details about these new fitness groups you
might find interesting.
Q. What kind of running groups are there?
A. There are two groups that take place over 7 weeks.
One is “Learn to Run a 5 km” which is geared towards
learning the basics with the goal of running or walk/running
a 5 km route. The other group is for “Distance Training”,
perfect for women who can currently run 5-8 km
comfortably and are looking to push past the 10 km
barrier.
Q. How many members currently participate?
A. There are 14 people registered for the 5 km—a
fantastic number! There are even 4 women who travel
from Sparwood each week to participate, as well as 2
people who are regular drop-ins. The distance training
currently has 4 ladies signed up, but it is anticipated that
some of the 5 km ladies will join in the next round.
Q. How can someone join? When do you meet?
A. These programs are run through the District of Elkford
Rec. Department. You can contact them for registration
information. The programs right now are nearly finished,
but I will be running 2 more groups in July/August in
preparation for a couple of local races that we can sign up
for together as a group. One 5 km group again and a 1/2
marathon training group! We meet every Thursday, from
April 16 to May 28. The 5 km group is from 6 pm to 7 pm,
and the distance group is from 7 pm to 8:30 pm. We start
at the Rec. Centre parking lot near the doors, and follow a
pre-determined route depending on what the goal is for
that night.
Q. What would you say to someone unsure of joining
the group due to their abilities?
A. These are totally fun, light groups with tons of laughter
and growth. Everyone starts at their own pace and as their
skills develop they can move on when comfortable. By
doing this, I really found this plan worked for everyone to
be successful in accomplishing their own personal goals,
all in a supportive environment. We started our own
private running group Facebook Message, and each week
I email out the following Thursday’s plan. It is expected
that everyone will run once without me and use the new
info, or give and share helpful suggestions and support
each other! Weekly topics include stretching, hydration,
nutrition, posture, speed—getting faster, stamina—
increasing distance, hill training, mental barriers, and injury
prevention and identification.
Q. Anything you’d like to add?
A. I have thoroughly enjoyed these groups! For me I could
never have predicted how much enjoyment I would get out
of sharing my love for running with others weekly, and
watching each person grow in strength and determination.
Looking forward to seeing everyone out on the trails/
running routes!
Dallys
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Congratulations
on your
Graduation
Ryan Mercier
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Elkford Arts Council
Art Events for
Adults and Children
June 27th 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
Wildcat Charlie Days are approaching quickly and the
newly formed Elkford Arts Council, in partnership with the
District of Elkford, will be hosting Art Events for adults and
children. Here is our line-up for Saturday, June 27th, from
10:00 am to 4:00 pm, in the District of Elkford Art Studio,
upstairs, in the old Rec. Centre.
Saturday
Pottery Wheel and Painting Demos in the Art
Studio: 10:00 – 4:00
Adults can have a go at the pottery wheels and create
their own painting masterpiece.
Kid’s Painting Clay Animals & Objects: 10: 00 –
4:00
Kids can purchase and paint their own clay figurines
to take home. All proceeds go back into the Art Studio
to purchase supplies for kids and adults in the Fall.
Outside Raku Pottery Firing: 1:00 – 2:00
Watch how the Japanese have been creating beautiful
pieces of pottery with a barrel, a garbage can, a torch
and propane tank.
Pottery Sale: 10:00 – 4:00.
Trade Table in the Community Centre and upstairs in
The Art Studio in the Rec. Centre. Pottery student’s
unique pieces for sale.
Sunday
Wheel Demonstrations in The Art Studio: 10:00 –
4:00.
Please come out and check The District of Elkford
ART STUDIO.
Benefit for Donna Nelson
Spaghetti Dinner & Silent Auction
Wednesday, June 17th
5:00 pm to 7:30 pm
Steelworker’s Union Hall
Adults $10.00
Kids $5.00
Tickets go on sale June 1st
Contact Teri Cleverly at
250-433-7007
All proceeds go to our friend Donna.
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Jacob Atherton
Tyler Atherton
Daylen Bidinger
Heather Borthwick
Fred Fisher
Michelle Gamache
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Keegan Horwath
Talin Loran
Samuel Hubbard
Seena Luciak
Let us spread your news on local sporting
events, accomplishments and interests.
Email them to us at:
[email protected]
Anna Klippenstein
Duncan McCracken
Thank you for saving resources!
Pass this paper on for
more people to enjoy!
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Morgan Mudge
Kevin Park
William Ratudradra
Lindsy Sedrovic
Yong Shin
Malik Tracey
Congratulations 2015 Grads!
From the Board and Staff of the
Elkford Public Library
Congratulations
2015 Grads
From the staff at
Kootenay market
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Sacha Tremblay
Bryce Wittfoth
Christopher Tuusa
Taylor Wurmlinger
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Thai-Lynn Windler
Elkford Youth Ambassadors
The Elkford Youth Ambassador program instils selfconfidence, positive thinking, and leadership among young
individuals in our community.
During the past year we have represented Elkford at
various events in different communities as well as
“pageants” across the province. We’ve had the privilege of
attending numerous parades and events such as
Coalminer Days in Sparwood, Whoop Up Days in
Lethbridge, Pincher Creek Rodeo Days, and Wildcat Days
and Winter in the Wild here in Elkford.
Over the course of our reign, we have travelled to
numerous towns across British Columbia and attended
“pageants” of other youth ambassador programs such as
Cranbrook, Kamloops, Peachland, Nanaimo, Summerland,
Trail, and New Denver. This has given us tremendous
opportunities to create lifelong friendships and learn more
about British Columbia. Through this, we have been able
to promote Elkford in a positive way across the province,
and educate people about our lovely little town.
We have also enjoyed taking part in many local
events. At Wildcat Days, we were given the privilege of
judging the parade floats, followed by our own participation
in the parade.
On Canada Day, we helped at the barbeque alongside
the Elk Valley Air Cadets. In November, we attended the
Remembrance Day church service, procession, and
ceremony at the Cenotaph. We had fun at the Moonlight
Madness Christmas Craft Fair, where we got to appreciate
the talented people we have in town. During Winter in the
Wild, we socialized with members of our community at the
bonfire and fireworks, and danced the night away at the
Playschool dance. We visited the playschool for
“Superhero and Princess Day” where we made crafts and
played with the kids. Finally, we attended the last Sparks
meeting and made crown picture frames.
Overall we have had an amazing year and are sorry to
see that it is almost over. Although there were not enough
candidates to run a 2015 program, we hope to see the
program continue as we would love to remain a part of it.
Miss Elkford 2014, Nicole Klein, and Elkford Princess
and Miss Congeniality 2014, Elli Takenaka
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Helpful T I P S to Keep Your Child Smiling
Two times a day brushing using a
‘pea-size’ or just a
smear of fluoride toothpaste is recommended to reduce
the chance of tooth decay. Allow your child some
independence when brushing with some parental
supervision and assistance. Did you know that you
should be helping your child brush their teeth until they
are 8 years old, or until your child can write their name? If
they cannot write their name they haven’t developed
suitable hand movements to remove the plaque from
their teeth. The best times to brush are after breakfast
and after the last meal/snack of the day. Ensure you lift
your child’s lip and have a good look at their teeth. If you
see any white or brown spots on their teeth, you should
contact your dentist or your local public dental health
centre.
In-between
cleaning the teeth using
floss is very important as this is a
common place for food and plaque to
get stuck. Helping your child floss at
least once a day helps decrease the
risk of developing tooth decay inbetween the teeth. Floss sticks or
waxed string floss can be used.
Primary teeth or ‘baby teeth’ guide the permanent teeth
‘adult teeth’ to come in. Baby teeth are just as important
to keep healthy and free from tooth decay as the adult
teeth. It is recommended that your child see a dentist six
months after their first baby tooth comes in or about the
age of 1. It is best to have your child visit the dentist
before they have tooth pain or a dental problem. If you
require financial assistance for your child’s dental care,
please contact your local dental public health program for
possible options. Your child should have all of their baby
teeth by the age of 3. Their adult teeth start to come in
around age 6 and continue until the age of 21.
Sealants can help prevent tooth decay in back teeth that
have deep pits and grooves which trap food and plaque.
The sealant provides a smoother tooth surface making
the tooth easier to keep plaque-free. Sealants are
performed in dental offices and are an inexpensive and a
practical preventive treatment.
Christine Chore RDH, PID, B.Sc.DH
Interior Health, Allied Health ECD Dental Program
Find us on facebook. /breastfeedingmamas
Amy, our facilitator in Elkford can be reached at [email protected]
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Elkford Public Library
2014 Annual Report
Board of Directors
Jeanette Fairbairn
Chair
Karen Smithies
Vice Chair
Michele Schalekamp
Treasurer
Mandy McGregor
District Representative
HeatherMacKenzie
Susan Mudge
Pat Ross-Nelson
Trustees
Celebrating 40 years of
library service to Elkford!
Community Partnerships
Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy (CBAL)
Breastfeeding Mamas
Kootenay Library Federation
This year the Elkford Public Library
celebrated our 40th Anniversary. This was
an opportunity to look back on our
accomplishments, to reflect on the changes
and improvements in the services that we
provide to our community, and to look
forward to incorporating the newest
technologies and developing the skills
required to complement our core services in
the future.
We celebrated our 40th Anniversary with an
Open House. Mayor Dean McKerracher
graciously gave a speech on the importance
of the Elkford Public Library to our
community. In February we had a wonderful
display that showed our history and growth
with Elkford as well as having several
contests to involve the public in
remembering the past 40 years.
Fundraising and
Advocacy
Photo Contest
Wildcat Days
Gingerbread
House Contest
Photos clockwise: Mayor Dean McKerracher (third from left) with
some of Elkford’s citizens celebrating the 40th birthday of the
library during the Open House.
Michael Zibauer, Fred Wolbert and Pat Zibauer use various
devices to stay connected.
Board Member Pat Ross-Nelson and Student Volunteers
Courtney Regier and Bailey Hubbard.
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Programs for the Whole Family
Story Time: This is a fun program that introduces 3-5 year old
children to reading. In between stories they have fun playing games
and singing. There were two sessions of Story Time, one from
January to March and one October to December.
Summer Reading Club: 2014
saw continuing success for the
Summer Reading Club in
Elkford as it attracts more
children each year. There was a 36% increase in
attendance over the previous year. The theme for this year
was “Funny Business” and had everyone in stitches. The
children enjoy the mix of games, crafts, outings and
reading.
Some of the highlights this year were a visit to the local community garden, a scavenger hunt in the
community campground, and a demonstration of a 3D printer. We are pleased with the support that
our community provides for this program, from funding, to people sharing their interests and expertise.
Thank you to everyone who volunteered to help. Thanks especially to the Elkford Lions Club for
providing funding for this program.
Youth Book Club: a program for teens that allows them to read and discuss books with other
teens. This year there were winter and fall sessions. The books included “Raven Boy” by
Maggie Stiefvater, “Book Thief” by Markus Zusak, “The Adventures
of Tom Sawyer” by Mark Twain among others chosen by the group. All the members were
excited to read the books and to challenge themselves to read materials that they might not have
otherwise chosen to try.
Student Volunteer Program: One of the library staff’s favourite programs is working with student
volunteers. We have three students who come in once a week to work in the library. Their jobs
included signing out books, preparing books for interlibrary loans, shelving books and various other
jobs that crop up from week to week. It is wonderful to have their energy and enthusiasm. Their
volunteer time counts toward their graduation credit.
Workshops: In 2014, the Elkford Public Library was able to put on five varied workshops. They
included a “Gluten Free—Facts and Fads,” presented by Lisa Samycia, Registered Dietitian from
Interior Health, “Beginner Fly Tying,” with Chris Wells and a demonstration of a 3D printer by Chris
Van Mills of Protodrake, Lethbridge. Two workshops put on by Sparwood Chiropractic helped us to
Move Well and improve our feet with orthotics.
We’d especially like to thank our presenters.
These seminars would not be possible without
them.
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Quick Stats
Last year Elkford library staff handled over 1100 interlibrary loans. We now have Kootenay Connect
which makes ordering interlibrary loans as simple as putting a book on hold. The new system has
created an increase of 47% of books lent out to other libraries over last year.
We had a 15% increase in the number of registered children over last year and a 9% increase of
registered adults
Our eBook and eAudio book lending has more than doubled since 2012. Yes, there is a place to go to
download free eBooks. Contact the Elkford Public Library to find out how.
Staff saw an increase in the use of the Wifi services. This is likely due to the increased broadband
speed from updating our service.
Thank you to our financial contributors!
District of Elkford
Province of British Columbia
Regional District of East Kootenay
Elkford Lions Club
Thank you to our many partners who generously share resources, ideas and enthusiasm!
Kootenay Library Federation
BC Libraries Cooperative Staff
Libraries Branch Staff
Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy
Elkford Early Childhood Development Committee
The District of Elkford Staff for all the extras that you do for us!
We’d also like to thank all the businesses that supported our Photo Contest and the Elkford
Focus. Special thanks to all the Summer Reading Club volunteers.
Many thanks to our student volunteers who brighten our day when they walk through the door.
And to all our patrons! You make coming to work a joy!
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Photo Contest
Calling all Kids/Teens…
Would you like to
learn how to
Knit or Crochet ?
The FREE classes will run
Saturdays, May 16th to 30th
from 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm
at the Elkford Public Library
and will run for 4 weeks.
If you have 6 mm needles and
a ball of 100% cotton yarn,
please bring them.
It’s that time again!
Submission deadline is
September 26th.
To register
or for more information
please call
250-865-2912.
Start taking photos for our annual
Elkford Public Library
Photo Contest.
Winning photos will be included in
our 2016 Calendar
Promote Your Home Business
With the purchase of 6 months of business card
size ads you can have up to a full page for an article
to tell us about your home business. This is your
opportunity to let the community know how your
business started, the business' services and the
people involved.
Send us an email:
For the Focus:
[email protected]
FAQ's
 Only one full page article per business.
 Payment for business card sized ads must
accompany article. $60 - colour, $30 - black &
white
 Advertising is not allowed in this promotion, with
the exception of your business card
 The Focus editors have full control on the
appearance of the page that your article is on
and it is up to the editor’s discretion as to which
issue the article will appear in or whether the
article will be accepted.
For other library matters:
[email protected]
To contact us personally:
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
Website:
http://elkford.bclibrary.ca
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June Reminders ...
Wednesday June 10th: Board of Directors Open Meeting
Elkford Community Conference Centre 9.30 am
Monday June 15th Meet your MLA, Bill Bennett
Lamplighter Pub 5.00 pm
This will be an informal open meeting and all are welcome. There is no cover charge and payment of any
beverages and food should be made directly to Lamplighter staff.
Two hot topics being discussed are current tree logging/clearing practices around Elkford and concerns
over lack of childcare.
Wildcat
days 2015
Reserve your table at our Craft & Trade Fair or just come along and
browse the huge selection of products on offer. Don’t forget to grab a
bargain at the Silent Auction too. All available on Saturday June 27th
from 10.00 am. See you at Elkford Community Conference Centre!
Contributions Wanted:
Send your photos, articles and comments to
[email protected]
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Elkford Community
Resource Numbers
If you would like the Kid’s Calendar
emailed to you or you have any
information you would like
included or updated in this
calendar please contact:
The Elkford Early Years
Coordinator
[email protected]
RMES 250-865-4625
Recreation Centre 250-865-4010
Aquatic Centre 250-865-4012
Public Library 250-865-2912
POLICE 911
AMBULANCE 911
BCNurseLine 1-866-215-4700
POISON CONTROL 911 or
1-800-461-9911
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Family Swim 1:302:30
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Family Swim 1:302:30
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Family Swim 1:302:30
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Elkford Children’s
Swim-Bike-Run
Triathlon 2015
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Tee Off for Tots
Silent Auction
June 5th
Mountain Meadows
Golf Course
Sun
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EEY Meeting
6:30pm
Chipmunk Park
$3 Swim 10:30-
Tue
Devonian Park
$3 Swim 10:30-
Playschool Park
$3 Swim 10:30-
Blue Bird Park
$3 Swim 10:30-
RMES PAC & AGM
Meeting 6-8pm
Tree Frog Park
$3 Swim 10:30-12
Sponsors and Partners:
Mon
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Canada Day Celebra-
$3 Swim 10:30-
Parent /Tot Funtimes
$3 Swim 10:30-12
Parent /Tot Funtimes
$3 Swim 10:30-
Parent /Tot Funtimes
$3 Swim 10:30-
Wed
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East Kootenay Friends of
Children
Assisting Families with Children in
Extraordinary Medical Need
www.friendsofchildren.ca
Phone: 1-866-564-2217
Public Swim 6-
Playschool Park
$3 Swim 10:30-12
RMES Last Day
Public Swim 6-
Blue Bird Park
$3 Swim 10:30-12
Guide
Public Swim 6-
Tree Frog Park
$3 Swim 10:30-12
Guide
Public Swim 6-
$3 Swim 10:30Chipmunk Park
Thu
All programs, meetings, and events are subject to change. Please contact the individuals on the back for confirmation of times
Programs, Events and information For kids ages 0-12
JUNE 2015
KID’S COMMUNITY CALENDAR
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CCRR ~ Child Care Resource & Referral
Providing information, Referrals
and Support to
East Kootenay Families.
Phone: 1-800-661-2445
Public Swim
2:30-5 & 6-8
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Wildcat Days 2015
Playschool Park
Public Swim
2:30-5 & 6-8
Blue Bird Park
Public Swim
2:30-5 & 6-8
Tree Frog Park
Dance Play
Public Swim
2:30-5 & 6-8
Chipmunk Park
Sat
TURN OVER FOR MORE
DETAILED INFORMATION
Fernie Counselling &
Consulting
Specializing in Child and Family
Care.
www.ferniecounselling.com
Contact: Cheryl Hulburd ~
[email protected]
Phone: 250-423-2608
Public Swim 6-
5
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Wildcat Days 2015
$3 Swim 10:30-
Public Swim 6-8
$3 Swim 10:30-
Public Swim 6-8
$3 Swim 10:30-
Public Swim 6-8
TEE OFF FOR TOTS
$3 Swim 10:30-12
RMES NI DAY
Fri
June 5, 2015
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Elkford Leisure Service Department
Contact: Jody or Chantel ~
[email protected]
Phone: 250-865-4010
Visit www.elkford.ca or call for more
program information.
Wildcat Days ~ June 26 and 27
Join in the family festival of games and activities that celebrates one of the first pioneers in the Elkford area.
A parade, fireworks, a craft and trade fair, volleyball tournament and live entertainment.
Something for everyone in the family.
Elkford Summer Time Park Play Dates
Missing the weekly play groups?
Join other parents and child minders every
Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday
over the summer at one of our Elkford Parks for
socialization and summer time fun!
Meet at 10am ~ Bring your own snacks.
Elkford Parks:
Chipmunk Park (Delta Crescent)
Tree Frog Park (Alder Street)
Blue Bird Park (Ferguson and Cody Cres.)
Devonian Park (Ball Fields by Boivin Creek)
Rocky Mountain Elementary School Park RMES (Balmer Drive)
Elkford Playschool Park (Fording Drive)
Stellar Jay Park (Cassiar Drive)
Elk Valley Eagles Lacrosse
Contact: Jera Kipnik 250-433-7475 [email protected]
Elkford Minor Ball
Contact: Jodi Borys-Trischuch 250-865-2941 [email protected]
Beavers, Cubs, & Scouts
Registration is ongoing. All programs are co-ed.
Contact:
Kris Wilde ~ [email protected]
Phone: 250-865-2270
Sparks, Brownies, & Guides
Contact:
Dallys Kmiecik ~ [email protected]
Phone: 250-865-2793
Christal Klassen ~ [email protected]
Phone: 250-865-7789
Elkford Playschool
750 Fording Drive
Contact: Kim Bauer ~ [email protected]
Phone: 250-433-1863 EWTF: 250-865-2031
Phone: 250-865-4012
Please check the Leisure Guide for dates and times for
swimming lessons. Lessons are on a first come, first
serve basis and payment is required at the time of
registration. Visit the web site for the complete public swim schedule ~ www.elkford.ca
To register for programs, please stop by the Elkford
Community Conference Centre, Monday - Saturday
RMES PAC is a council open to all parents and/or guardians of stufrom 9:00am - 5:00pm. All programs are on a first
dents of Rocky Mountain Elementary School.
come first serve basis. They accept cash, debit, Visa
Meetings are the second Tuesday of each month from 6-8pm at RMES
MasterCard and cheque. To avoid disappointment,
Contact: Jennifer Gernon, RMES PAC Chair ~ [email protected]
please register early. Low registrations one week
Phone: 250-865-4686
prior to the class start date could result in the class
being cancelled.
Elkford Youth Soccer
Contact: Mark Spittal 250-865-2638 or
Elkford Aquatic Centre
Patti Streeter 250-425-9065
Contact: Judy James ~ [email protected]
Elkford Early Years Committee is an assembly of individuals and interested groups working together to address
the importance of the first 6 years of a child’s life.
Meetings are the first Tuesday of each month from 6:30pm at RMES
Contact: Ravneet Gill, EEY Coordinator ~
[email protected] or FB Elkford Early Years Committee
Phone: 250-865-2222
Check it out now!
EKkids.ca is a website that was created as a resource for
parents and children in the East Kootenays. The links
take you to our community pages where you’ll find
information about the Early Years Teams for each community, along with resources, ways to get involved, and
a community calendar which tells you what is going on
in that community on a given day.
Elkford Medical Clinic 250-865-2215
Elkford Health Care Centre 250-865-2247
Public Health Nurse Elkford 1-800-644-6144 or
Spar. 1-250-425-2064
BCNurseLine 24hrs 1-866-215-4700
Mental Health 1-800-661-0329 or
1-250-425-4564
Addiction Services 1-800-644-6144 or
1-250-423-4423
Ministry of Human Resources
1-866-866-0800
Ministry for Children & Family Development 1-800667-5623
BCAA Car Seat Information 1-877-247-5551
CCRR 1-800-661-2445
East Kootenay Crisis Line 1-800-667-8407
East Kootenay Friends of Children
1-866-564-2217
Elk Valley Safe Homes 1-800-200-3003
Elk Valley Victim Assistance1-250-425-0499 or
1-250-423-7500
Elkford Women’s Task Force 250-865-2031
Infant Development Program
1-877-999-2543
Elk Valley Preschool Speech-Language Program
250-430-7026
Family Support Institute 1-800-441-5403
Fernie Counselling 250-423-2608
Kids Count Too 250-423-6800
Sexual Abuse Intervention 250-423-5311
CB Family Resource Society 250-430-1136
Women’s Resource Centre1-250-423-4687
RESOURCE NUMBERS:
Coming Events
ELKFORD ONLY-BUY/SELL/TRADE/FREE
Elkford Community Cinema:
$2 per person - $5 per family at the Elkford Community
Conference Centre. Bring your own snacks,
For more information please go to:
https://www.facebook.com/
groups/433106850178548/
permalink/471406429681923/
http://elkfordcommunitycinema.weebly.com/
Curbside Recycling is now available in Elkford
For more info call Dustin or Nicholle at 865-4341
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.elkfordrecycles.com
5th Annual Tee Off for Tots Charity Golf Tournament
$250/team. 9-hole best ball tournament. June 5th, 2015,
2 pm shotgun. Fore more information contact Jennifer
Cherney 250-865-7156.
2015 Elkford Adult and KidsTriathlon
Sunday, June 7th.
Elk Valley Safe Homes
Women’s Shelter & Helpline
1-800-200-3003
Art Events for Adults and Children: June 27th from
10 am to 4 pm in the Art Studio in the old Rec. Centre
Elkford Womens Task Force
250-865-2031
10th Annual Wildcat Grass Smash Volleyball
Tournment
June 27 & 28 - 2 guys, 2 girls. $120 entrance fee. Get
your team together. For more information contact Dustin
Murray at 250-865-2411.
Kids Count Too
Kids Counselling
250-425-4202
The Purple Pirate: Free Kids Show, Monday July 6 at
11:00 am. Call the Library for more info. 250-865-2912
Food Bank
If you need assistance from the Food Bank,
or you know somebody who does, please call:
Summer Reading Club at the Library—Build It! Starts
July 7. Please register your child: 250-865-2912
(250) 865-4029
Elkford Youth Volleyball Camp: September 2 to 4,
2015. Must register by June 15th to receive a t-shirt. 250865-4674
and leave a message. We will get back to you.
Fernie Women’s Resource Centre
Phone: 250-423-4687
Toll Free: 1.800.339.7393
Email: [email protected]
Looking for a chicken and rice cabbage
casserole recipe I enjoyed at a potluck. If
anybody has a good recipe, please
contact Gloria Schraepel at 250-8654330.
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