Hosted by Rob Funk, this is a great event to play in or watch. Bring an instrument or borrow one of Rob's. Play on your own or with the group. Anything goes on this great night!

We are located on Vernon Street behind the Best Western hotel.

What's happening in the world of work? How do these changes affect where and how you look for work? What is happening in Nelson? Where ARE the jobs? In this fun, interactive workshop we will explore what's happening and strategies to find work that works for you!

Come and view the latest Photography Exhibition of local artist Julie Castonguay. This Exhibition entitled “Reflection” consistes of a collection of recent images of many local landscapes. Opening on Setember 4th from 6 to 9 pm. www.juliecatonguay.com

Come on down for this full moon musical extravaganza. Enjoy decadent desserts, delicious drinks, and great music in our relaxing family atmosphere.

We are located on Vernon Street behind the Best Western hotel.

Saturday, September 5th, 10am to 4pm, Second Chance Animal Shelter presents its first annual Dog Rally and Family Fun Day for Kootenay dog lovers at Toad Rock Campground. Come find out everything you need to know to keep your dog healthy and happy in the Kootenays. Local service providers and experts will present information and demonstrations on grooming, obedience, doggy daycare, agility training, diet and much more! Silent auction, doggy photos, food, and music – bring your well-behaved dogs September 5th for a dog day to remember! Toad Rock Campground is 45 minutes from Nelson, along the north shore between Balfour and Ainsworth. Call Second Chance Animal Shelter 250 352-2228 for more info

Join us on Monday nights for our weekly Open House, a casual introduction to meditation practice, Shambhala Buddhist teachings and our community.

• 7:00 PM: Meditation instruction and practice
• 8:00 PM: Talk and discussion
• 9:00 PM: Tea

All welcome • Free of charge

For a full program description go to:
http://nelson.shambhala.org/open_house.php

Kootenay Shambhala Meditation Centre
3rd Floor - 444 Baker Street, PO Box 136, Nelson, BC V1L 5P7
250-352-5560 • info@nelsonbuddha.com • www.nelsonbuddha.com

Hosted by Rob Funk, this is a great event to play in or watch. Bring an instrument or borrow one of Rob's. Play on your own or with the group. Anything goes on this great night!

We are located on Vernon Street behind the Best Western hotel.

Are you unemployed and wondering what your next career step will be? What is the work that fits for you? In this free 4 day career exploration workshop we will use a variety of assessments and tools to assist you in discovering your perfect work.

Kootenay Lake Hospital Foundation presents Justin Hines in Concert...A CT Scanner Fundraiser.

Tickets are on sale now for only $15 for this all ages event at the Capitol Theatre Box Office. Call 352-6363.

For more information about Justin, visit www.justinhines.com

Canning and Jamming
Preserve the abundance of the Kootenay Harvest and learn the basics of ‘putting food by’. We will be covering canning,
jamming and pickling and we will touch on root cellaring and food dehydrating.

Bring a small canning jar so you can take home some of our freshly made jam. Light snacks and tea will be served.

Register at the Kootenay Co-op's Customer Service desk or by phone at 250-354-4077.
See Brochure on our website for all the details wwww.kootenay.coop.

Come and join us for an itimate night of amazing music..
Doors 8pm show 8:30 sharp
Advance tix at the Ymir store $8 / $10 at the door.
A portion of ticket sales goes to supporting the schoolhouse

Fish & Bird are Taylor Ashton and Adam Iredale-Gray, though not necessarily in that order. These tunesmiths hail from the west coast of Canada and compose melodious concoctions steeped in folk, brewed in the dense coniferous backwoods of their strange minds. Between them, they play banjo, fiddle, mandolin, upright bass, and even guitar.

Advance reservations also available at
carla@undergroundartsrailroad.com
See you there

Row: Reflections on Water navigates our symbolic associations with water, such as renewal, the fountain of life and the unconcious. It does this by juxtaposing artifacts from the Touchstones Nelson permanent collection with the work of nine contemporary artists. A variety of media will be featured, including film, video, installations, photography, story, drawing, painting and sculpture. What unites the diversity of this exhibition is an eye to presenting a narrative beyond literal and figurative meaning.

Its A wake human s first show in nelson and it wont be our last! We are fast with blasting jazz beats so get ready to have your coffee rocked!

check us out at www.myspace.com/awakehuman

Rock/Reggae/Funk @The Old Fire Hall in Rossland. Brian Rosen & The WhatNow are a captivating and uplifting band with conscious lyrics and tight funky grooves. These guys are based out of Nelson B.C.
Be there early, last Jan 09 was a sold out show @ The Old Fire Hall.
You wont want to miss this.
10$ @ the Door

Thistledowne: Aspen Switzer, Jessa Koerber and Jesse Lee. Amazing harmonies! Saturday, Sept. 12 at the Vallican Whole Community Centre, 3762 Little Slocan South Road, Slocan Valley. Tickets - $12/advance. $15/door. At Eddy Music in Nelson, Jennie's in Winlaw, or online at www.aspenswitzer.com Doors/drinks at 7 pm. Concert at 8 pm

Nelson Kiwanis Club and The Kootenay Romanian Relief Organization (KRRO) of Canada are combining their vision and energy to build a soccer field and a basket ball court for a Romanian Orphanage. On September 12 and 13th, Nelson Kiwanis Club is holding an art sale in the Extra Foods parking lot. The art reflects mostly local artists with both original work and limited edition prints. We ask that you come by our tent on that weekend and view the art. Come and share in this opportunity to share with these children and give them something we and our children take for granted. We will have pictures to share of the orphans and their home. We have had much support from the artists and many local businesses and individuals. Build a Child a Dream!

Grand opening of Kutenais Finest Personal Training located in Summit Health & Fitness. This is an open house so everyone can check out the new clinic and meet the new practitioners. Chances to win free treatments! Appetizers will be served. Saturday September 12th 12-2pm.

Open House – September 12 2009 1pm-4pm





FREE and open to the public, the NDCC Ultimate Open House provides the opportunity to experience the areas best in aquatics, fitness, and recreation programs! Discover all that the NDCC has to offer, including free classes, activities for children, facility tours, special offers, demonstrations, fitness assessments, and much more!

During the open house 1 month passes will be on sale and when you register for a program you have the chance to win a 1 year membership, 3 personal training sessions, a 20 punch child minding pass, and a shinny hockey drop in or a free skate rental.

Author Tarra Light will visit Nelson as part o her Canadian book tour introducing her new book, "Angel of Auschwitz." It demsonstrates the healing power of love and forgiveness in the face of the worse nightmare of suffering. It can inspire the readers to stay centered in their hearts no matter what the circumstances of their daily lives.

Tarra will do a book signing at Gaia Rising, writing a personal message for each recipient of her work. Everyone is invited.

In our effort to better serve our customers and our community, the Kootenay Co-op will be extending our hours of operation.

Starting Sunday September 13th our new store hours will be:

Monday- Saturday 8-8
Sunday 10-6

Join us on Sunday September 13th for our “Sunday Grand Opening”. There will be special discounts, lots of prizes and of course some surprises.

Stay up to date with the Co-op by subscribing to our eNews, just click on the link on our website.
www.kootenay.coop

A workshop by author Tarra Light.

Discover your life work and sacred service for Planet Earth. Everyone is being called to participate in the healing of our world.

Tarra Light is the author of "Angel of Auschwitz." It is the story of a Jewish girl who becomes a healer at a Nazi concentration camp. She embarks on a mission to alleviate the suffering of her comrades, calling forth her inner strength and the courage of her heart.

No charge. Everyone welcome.

After and in-depth tour of the exhibition ROW: Reflections on Water, children will work together to build a vivid glass bottle xylophone. The color harmony theme continues as an experienced local local fibre artist then demonstrates the exciting process of natural dyeing, giving children a greater understanding of how natural resources can be used in an environmentally friendly way to enrich and brighten their lives. Children between the ages of five and thirteen years are welcome to attend. The fee is $10 for members and $15 for general public. NOTE: Permanent Dyes will be used as part of this workshop. We strongly advise children wear older clothing!

Join us during our afternoon playgroup for families and caregivers with children 3-5 years old. Enjoy free play time, art activities, circle time, stories and more. A healthy snack is provided and the coffee is always on.
For more information on our other playgroups please contact Trina at 250-352-6678 Ext.236 or email trinag@kootenaykids.ca

Join us on Monday nights for our weekly Open House, a casual introduction to meditation practice, Shambhala Buddhist teachings and our community.

• 7:00 PM: Meditation instruction and practice
• 8:00 PM: Talk and discussion
• 9:00 PM: Tea

All welcome • Free of charge

For a full program description go to:
http://nelson.shambhala.org/open_house.php

Kootenay Shambhala Meditation Centre
3rd Floor - 444 Baker Street, PO Box 136, Nelson, BC V1L 5P7
250-352-5560 • info@nelsonbuddha.com • www.nelsonbuddha.com

Are you considering going into the Healthcare field? Gather information about a variety of careers in healthcare, training requirements and potential employment opportunities.

Nelson District University Women Branch of the Canadian Federation of University Women will start the fall season with a meeting plus a welcome potluck dinner (finger foods only) for members and guests. Please call (250) 825-9203 for more information. Our district governor, Donna Brundige will be attending from Prince George as a special guest.

Hosted by Rob Funk, this is a great event to play in or watch. Bring an instrument or borrow one of Rob's. Play on your own or with the group. Anything goes on this great night!

We are located on Vernon Street behind the Best Western hotel.

Need a resume? Unsure where to start? This one day workshop will guide you through how to best highlight your skills, abilities and accomplishments to potential employers. Space is limited so please register early to guarantee your space.

Walking 2 hours with lunch and social activities. A great exercise for seniors.

Presented By Superfood SpeakEasy

We were all Raised in the Era of Industrial Nutrition. How can we Safely Cleanse, Heal, Restore and Rebuild Ourselves to Achieve the Potential We Were Born to Experience? Daniel Vitalis will reveal practical and tangible strategies for the attainment of a life lived in Supreme Health and Ultimate Vitality!

This evening is sure to inspire, educate and support you in becoming your most vibrant self…and we’re serving up the message in style! Lecture will be followed by DJ’s, dancing and the Epic Superfood SpeakEasy Elixir Bar serving up all kinds of magical treats.

Tickets $20 @ the venue or $25 @ door

Start the Fall off by checking out the Nelson Library’s preschool storytime. Brought back by popular demand STORIES FOR GROWING(3-5) will begin on Thursday September 17. Each program begins at 10:30 a.m. on the main floor of the library and includes a variety of lively stories, fun songs, loveable puppets and easy fingerplays. These free sessions will end on Dec. 3rd. Start your child today on a lifelong journey as a library use, preregister by calling 352-6333 or 352-8283 (Limited enrollment).

I just had a great sandwich and latte at Sacred Grounds Cafe in Salmo. I heard there's a band on Friday and wanted to share!

Check out the posters with the schedule of events at the local bike shops. The event kicks off Friday evening with a Baker Street parade, followed by a downtown Fat Tire Criterium. Saturday hosts the XC races and Sunday is the Downhill festivities at Morning Mountain. Great for the whole family!

This years’s production is called “Children of the Rainbow: A Magical Journey of Friendship”. Inspired by old stories of heroic journeys, each child was able to say what character they wanted to be, and the story was created around the characters. Although it does utilize the stage for the main musical dance number, the story will lead the audience around the farm, utilizing the natural scenery and buildings to set the stage. “We’ve a real range of characters in this show,” says Pearson, “everything from Greek Gods to Druidic Priests to Wise Woman Jellyfish.”

This playshop is a community participatory experience inspired by Dr. Hawkin's map of consciousness.
We will begin by opening with gentle hatha yoga. Participants will be then guided on a journey through various emotional qualities that reflect our level of consciousness.
Pamela will facilitate this tool for understanding our human experience with expressive movement exercises, sound healing, and meditation to music specifically chosen for each stage of our internal development.
Pamela has been trained in hatha yoga, sound healing, energetic healing and fields of consciousness. She has facilitated dance journeys to the mayan calendar, the chakras, butoh, and electronica rhythms.
The cost is: $25 - $35

Superfood SpeakEasy presents a Retreat Into the Elemental with Daniel Vitalis

- An Introduction to Health Mastery through the Elements
- Becoming One with Your Environment
- Medicinal Mushrooms and the Secrets of the Immortals
- An Introduction to the Noble “PolyPore” Mushrooms
- Moving Efficiently through Unconventional Environments
- Group Mushroom Forage into the Forest!
- Medicinal Mushroom Medicine Craft!
- Getting the most out of your Medicinal Mushrooms
- Mushroom Teas and Decoctions, Crafting the Elixir of Life
- Turning Our Mushroom Tea into SuperFood Tonic Elixirs
- Incorporating it into our Lives & Living with Medicinal Mushrooms

More info here: http://superfoodspeakeasy.com/current-events/retreat

The Great folks at Pawsitive Apparel are doing it again. Free Day! Thats RIGHT! FREE Day. Saturday, September 19th 10AM- 5PM.

Men's, Women's and Children's clothing, housewares, knick knacks and much much more. All....FREE!

This event will be held outside the store at 306 Victoria St.

Please, No Clothing Donations That Day

Toddler Storytime for 2 to 3 yr. olds begins again at the Library. Join us for stories, puppets, songs and fingerplays every Saturday morning until December. Preregister by calling 352-6333. Limited enrollment so don't delay call today and reserve your space. No charge for this library program.

Vegetables, fruit, plants, crafts, food, music, games. Free admission. Best Dressed Vegetable Contest. For vendor space call 250-229-4740.

Musical fun for young children...Flutist Ruth Langevin will present a free session of kindermusik with Mary Audia (vocals) and Dorothy Fraser (Celtic harp).

Join us on Monday nights for our weekly Open House, a casual introduction to meditation practice, Shambhala Buddhist teachings and our community.

• 7:00 PM: Meditation instruction and practice
• 8:00 PM: Talk and discussion
• 9:00 PM: Tea

All welcome • Free of charge

For a full program description go to:
http://nelson.shambhala.org/open_house.php

Kootenay Shambhala Meditation Centre
3rd Floor - 444 Baker Street, PO Box 136, Nelson, BC V1L 5P7
250-352-5560 • info@nelsonbuddha.com • www.nelsonbuddha.com

So, your networking, your resume and cover letter worked and you have an interview....now what? Attend this free informative session to cover topics such as first impressions, body language and what the questions really mean and how to answer them effectively.

Hosted by Rob Funk, this is a great event to play in or watch. Bring an instrument or borrow one of Rob's. Play on your own or with the group. Anything goes on this great night!

We are located on Vernon Street behind the Best Western hotel.

Tashi Choling Society is beginning an introductory level course on Tibetan Buddhism starting Sept. 22 and running through to next spring.
The Lam Rim or Stages on the Path to Enlightenment is a synthesis of the teachings of the Buddha and the realized beings who embodied his teachings in the ensuing millenia. Lama Tsong Khapa, a reknowned Tibetan monastic of the 15th century, distilled these teachings into the course which we present. This is a very practical course which is integrated with daily life.

No previous experience with Buddhism is required.
Please visit www.tashicholing.ca for more info.
Posted by: Tashi Choling Society

Learn how to use all the functions on your digital point and shoot camera for better family/scenic photos $25.00

The Kootenay Association for Science and Technology is proud to present “Building Knowledge” a Mentorship Conference. Come away with valuable tools on how to start a mentorship program within your organization or expand an existing one.
Mentorship is a free way for you to find answers to business problems, train new employees, provide confidence to youth and encourage individuals in seemingly difficult situations to find solutions.
This one day conference will provide you with the necessary tools to start a local mentorship program, and will include panels, workshops and speakers from successful mentorship organizations throughout BC. Participate in person or online and take advantage of networking opportunities.
Visit www.kast.com.

Kootenay Book Weekend
Book discussion groups are for passionate page-turners to come together to talk about books and to share a love of reading.

Come and join in the pleasure of discussing four books in the beautiful and informal setting of Nelson, BC, Canada.

The only requirement is to read the books before the discussion.

Books Selected for the Weekend
The Lizard Cage by Karen Connelly
The Cellist of Sarajevo by Steven Galloway
The Book Of Negroes Lawrence Hill
Turtle Valley by Gail Anderson-Dargatz

Featured Author in Attendance -Gail Anderson-Dargatz

For more information visit www.kootenaybookweekend.ca

Shine and Sparkle
Design and create an eye-popping cocktail ring using big, colourful gemstones and sterling silver. Several ways of setting gemstones will be shown and different methods of construction will be covered.$180
6 Classes: Sept. 26-Nov. 7, Sat. 1:30-4:30 pm
To Register call: 250-352-2821

Into the Third Dimension
Use your creativity to design a fabulous piece of jewellery and see it form before your eyes in the amazing hydraulic press. Learn design techniques, make dyes and how to operate the hydraulic press. Intro to Jewellery or equivalent experience preferred.
6 Classes: Sept. 26-Nov. 7, Sat. 10 am-1 pm
To register call: 250-352-2821

The Kootenay Shambhala Meditation Centre invites you to participate in Shambhala Training Level I: The Art of Being Human.

This key introductory program, led by senior teacher Dan Peterson, presents the practice of meditation as a way to uncover and contact basic goodness―the innate dignity and wakefulness that all human beings possess.

Schedule:
• Saturday, September 26: 8:30 AM - 6:00 PM
• Sunday, September 27: 8:30 AM - 2:00 PM

Suggested donation: $100; $25 for repeat participants (see our accommodating Generosity Policy)

For a full program description please go to:
http://www.nelson.shambhala.org/program_details.php?id=23847&cid=194

Put Your Best Pie Forward

With harvest season here again, it is time for to get ready for the Nelson’s Annual Fall Fair.

Saturday, September 26th the Nelson Fall Fair will take place at Cottonwood Falls Park alongside the weekly market. In the true spirit of an agricultural fair, there will be a contest for best locally grown fruits and vegetables, home preserves, home baked pies and fruit desserts, food art and more. Additionally, there will be live Bluegrass music and fun races for the kids including such classics as the sack race and the wheelbarrow race.

From the early twentieth century through to 1966, Nelson hosted a big and busy fall fair every year. Long time Nelson residents remember the event with fondness and some stil

What does feminism mean in 2009. What are the politics? Where do we go from here? Let's talk.

Hello all painters you are invited to the:
Oil Painters of America 5th Annual Great Paint Out
Sept, 26, 2009 1p.m. – 5p.m.

Paint outside at Inland Park - Millennium Walkway (Twin Rivers Park) at 100-5th street, Castlegar, B.C.
Meet in Parking lot near washrooms. Very close (10 blocks) to downtown Castlegar.


Bring your own easel, paint, brushes, lunch etc. and paint along with members of the OPA.
Walking paths along the Columbia River, Vegetation, mountains, river bank, and beach.
Parking, Wheelchair accessible, and washroom facilities.

Any questions? Call Celeste at 250-304-7558

This will be an introduction to the Feldenkrais Method. For two short hours particpants will engage in and explore a variety of fun, safe and transformative classes. Guaranteed to make your posture more comfortable, your walking more fluid and your aches and pains less daunting.

The setting will be causal and the class size small.

Hope to see you there.

SelfDesign ISK High School invites the public to “PEACE MOVES,” an inspiring presentation of dance, theatre and music from around the world in celebration of the International Day of Peace. This free event takes place Saturday, September 26th at 4:00 pm at SelfDesign ISK located on the second floor of the Nelson Legion Building, 402 Victoria Street. Join us in celebrating peace through the arts.

Visual Presentation with Michael O'Connor, Professional Astrologer:

Learn about the Holistic Universe, the background reality of and cross-cultural overview of Astrology, the long-term and current planetary cycles to the end of the Mayan Calendar in 2012 and beyond. Understand the Precessional Cycle - the Great Year, the Ages such as of Aquarius & more…

Be more aware of the current situation of evolutionary, spiritual and social change that humanity is experiencing. Tune-in, prepare and positively contribute to these major, dynamic changes as a co-creative, spiritual being.

Tickets - $20 online or at the door.

Try blacksmithing for a day in our fully equipped metal studio. Learn some forging basics and create your own professional looking designer hooks. A great Sunday activity for a family adventure. Youth 13-18 should be accompanied by an adult. Bring safety glasses, ear plugs, work gloves and work boots. $70
1 class: Sept. 27, Sun. 12-5 pm
To Register call: 250-352-2821

Come join us Mondays at our free drop in playgroup for you and your preschooler (children aged 3-6 years).
Your child can interact with others and take part in activities that developp their coordination and fine motor skills. Free play, art activities, circle time with songs and stories and a healthy free snack.
Coffee (OSO coffee) and tea will be on.
For more info please call The Family Place 352-6678 Ext. 236 or
email: trinag@kootenaykids.ca

Join us on Monday nights for our weekly Open House, a casual introduction to meditation practice, Shambhala Buddhist teachings and our community.

• 7:00 PM: Meditation instruction and practice
• 8:00 PM: Talk and discussion
• 9:00 PM: Tea

All welcome • Free of charge

For a full program description go to:
http://nelson.shambhala.org/open_house.php

Kootenay Shambhala Meditation Centre
3rd Floor - 444 Baker Street, PO Box 136, Nelson, BC V1L 5P7
250-352-5560 • info@nelsonbuddha.com • www.nelsonbuddha.com

Special Acoustic Folk Concert Event:

Tuesday September 29, Kootenay Cooperative Radio is proud to present, Live in Concert, Rodney DeCroo & Dave Lang who are on their "Our Feelings Your Money" tour. These two nationaly recognized musicians offer up a live folk acoustic performance & their clever storytelling in between songs.

Venue: Scouts Hall in Nelson, 310 Cedar Street. Doors open at 8:00pm - performance starts at 8:30pm. Tickets at the door: $10, or $8 for KCR Members. Tell your friends and family, we hope to see you there.

To find out more you can visit the following web sites:

www.myspace.com/wartornman & http://www.davelang.com

Hosted by Rob Funk, this is a great event to play in or watch. Bring an instrument or borrow one of Rob's. Play on your own or with the group. Anything goes on this great night!

We are located on Vernon Street behind the Best Western hotel.

Special Acoustic Folk Concert Event:

Tuesday September 29, Kootenay Cooperative Radio is proud to present, Live in Concert, Rodney DeCroo & Dave Lang who are on their "Our Feelings Your Money" tour. These two nationally recognized musicians offer up a live folk acoustic performance & their clever storytelling in between songs.

Venue: Scouts Hall in Nelson, 310 Cedar Street. Doors open at 8:00pm - performance starts at 8:30pm. Tickets at the door: $10, or $8 for KCR Members. Tell your friends and family, we hope to see you there.

To find out more you can visit the following web sites:

www.myspace.com/wartornman http://www.davelang.com
www.kootenaycoopradio.com

Join us at our free drop in playgroup Wednesdays for families/caregivers with children ages 0-6 years old.
Activities will include free time and playdoh and coloring, crafts, cirlce times with songs and a story and a healthy snack.
The coffee is on so come bring your little ones and meet others.
For more information please phone the Family Place at 352-6678 Ext 236 or email : trinag@kootenaykids.ca