Alberni Valley News, December 15, 2015

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 15, 2015 Vol. 10 No. 18

«INSIDE: Gender-based violence a complex issue, affecting everyone . Page A4

NEWSAlberni Valley

«ON STAGE COUNTRY CHRISTMASBeth Marie Anderson plays Char’s.

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Card Corner takes over Kingsway corner

The Card Corner is actually on the corner now at Kingsway and Argyle. Drop by the new store this Friday, Dec. 18 for their grand opening of the game store. They feature games for all ages and interests from strategy games for the game geeks to educational games for children as young as preschool.

Over in the original store, all kinds of games are being played in a expanded gaming centre. Stop by for a round of Magic, the Gathering; Pokemon; Settlers of Catan and more. Or pick out some great gaming pieces for the gamer on your gift list.

Card Corner has an online store as well. Find it and all the gaming activities at cardcorner.ca.

•••The wait is over!

Orestes Greek Kouzina on Gertrude Street is now open. Located at the former Dolce Vita location, the eagerly anticipated restaurant opened quietly Sunday Dec. 6. Their temporary hours of operation are 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. daily.

•••Carla Crema of

Carla Cares Foot and Nail Care has just graduated from the North American School of Podology

and can now boast the title of podologist.

Crema provides foot care services such as diabetic foot care, corn and callous reduction, and ingrown nails. She offers a mobile service that comes to you. To book an appointment call 250-735-8090

•••Ageless Ink cosmetic

tattooing has opened in Finishing Touches. Tattooist Angela Mallory tattoos eyebrows, eyeliner and other features to enhance your appearance. For more information or to book an appointment call

250-731-9945 or email [email protected]

•••Haven Living on

Adelaide Street celebrated their first anniversary in style Nov. 27 with a packed house. Owner Desja Walker describes her shop as an

eclectic blend with a vintage flair. The lifestyle store offers home décor, beauty products, jewelry, tea, food treats and all-

natural paint.For more

information, Havenliving.ca 250-724-4442.

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Local residents are making sure senior citizens in the community are not left out of holiday giving this season.

In the spirit of Christmas, a hamper project is underway and has become a labour of love for two new friends. After Shari Fast saw how much help Michelle Gard provided to homeless resident Steve Rickard, she started thinking about those who do not get as much attention.

“I started thinking about the people we don’t see because they are shut-ins or

lonely and they are mostly seniors,” Fast said.

She used her father as an example. Living in Nanaimo on his own, he has only one leg and has limited mobility to the outside world.

“He only has family and is lonely,” Fast said. “I started with a hamper for him and it has snowballed.”

Fast contacted Gard online with the suggestion of putting hampers together for senior citizens who will be alone this Christmas.

“I offered to join in right away. I saw her post and thought, ‘Why not?’” she said.

“There’s no reason not to.”

Immediately an elderly neighbour came to mind.

“She has lived down the street since I was born and doesn’t get out,” Gard said. “Those are the people

we want to help.” The two started

purchasing gift and essential items, as well as special food items that the elderly might not enjoy during the rest of the year. Soon offers of cash and donations came in and they are hoping to fill the hampers with fresh baking and knitted items, like slippers or socks.

Local grocers, Quality Foods, Save-On-Foods and No Frills are all contributing food items.

With the help of all the proceeds from Santa photos at the Blue Marlin on Sunday, Dec. 20 from

10 a.m. to 1 p.m., they expect enough funds to meet or exceed their goal.

“We went from the idea of making five to 10, but now we are shooting for 10 to 20,” Gard said.

Gard’s six-year-old son also offered to pitch in to help put the hampers together.

“As a single mom, I want him to realize it is important to give back,” she said.

As a recent empty-nester, Fast said the project has restored her energy just as she was beginning to feel sorry for herself.

“It has given me a charge and lit a fire under me,” Fast said.

“I wasn’t even going to put up a tree but this has snowballed through my heart, mind and friends and has rejuvenated my Christmas by giving me a purpose.”

Another opportunity to help seniors this holiday is through a local Adopt a Grandparent initiative. Ellie Hadley has organized the project that will fund gifts to be distributed at Heritage Place on Dec. 21.

“Adopt a Grandparent is something I decided to do to give back to our community at Christmas,” Hadley said.

“I’ve experienced spending Christmas alone and it wasn’t fun as a young person. I can’t imagine how hard it must be to experience it later in life and having nobody to visit.”

Sponsors pay $20, which gives his or her adopted grandparent a pair of warm socks and a full-sized botanically-based hand cream.

Twenty sponsors are still needed but the deadline is quickly approaching.

Hadley needs confirmation by Tuesday, Dec. 15. She can be reached at 250-731-7535 or [email protected].

I started thinking about the people we don’t see because they are shut-ins...

– Michelle Gard

Volunteers ensure seniors have Merry Christmas

BC Hydro crews work to clear lines on Kitsuksis Road on Thursday midway through a series of harsh Pacific storms that hit the west coast. Close to 9,000 people were without power at one point in the Alberni Valley due to storm damage. Monday we had a reprieve and now Wednesday the Weather Network is predicting we’ll have five to 10 cm of snow!

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MP Johns delivers first House speech

Courtenay-Alberni’s NDP MP, Gord Johns, gave his first full speech in the House of Commons Friday morning and brought Ottawa’s focus squarely to the challenges facing his constituents.

“Small business is the core of our economy and the natural leader of innovation. We have opportunities to invest in innovation,” Johns said.

“Often the wealth of our country starts in rural communities,

but it leaves rural communities. We need to have shared prosperity with aboriginal people, and with all of our communities.”

Johns mentioned his

great-grandfather had worked at a paper mill in Ocean Falls which was then a town of 4,000 people but today its population has sunk to only 75. “I do not want to see that happen to Port Alberni. I do not want to see that happen to any more coastal communities.”

The new MP also called for real action to address factors facing seniors, saying a strategy is needed—particulary in a riding like his, with a high median age.

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Gender based violence affects everyone. It destroys families, weakens the fabric of society and takes a heavy toll on communities and the economy. People who live in abusive relationships are more likely to experience low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, suicidal thoughts or PTSD.

A reminder to Canadians to take action began Nov. 25 with what is known as the 16 days of Activism. The 16 days of Activism Against Gender –Based Violence is an international organization evolving from the first Women’s Global Leadership Institute in 1991. These dates were chosen to symbolically link violence against women and human rights, emphasizing such violence is a

violation of human rights.

Participation is worldwide including over 180 countries, 5,478 organizations, policymakers, government, UN agencies and countless numbers of individuals.

Port Alberni is a participant thanks to the Alberni Community and Women’s Services Society (ACAWS). Did you notice the purple ribbons along Stamp Avenue?

Each of the 118 ribbons reflect a domestic violence call received by the RCMP between Nov. 1 of last year and Nov. 1 of this year. These statistics are lower than the known incidents as

many women do not report to the police that they are experiencing domestic violence.

The reality of abuse is complex. Society grapples with the notion that the woman is to blame for their abuse when they choose to stay. Sadly enough, those abused believe this too. The one thing blame will not do, is change any of this.

So why don’t women just leave?

Many people who do not live with an abusive partner say that if their partner were ever to harm them they would leave. Many women who experience violence remember having had the same

resolve. Ending an intimate

relationship is never easy and even more so when one’s self-confidence has been undermined.

Women fear that no one will believe their partner’s abuse and/or that they beat them; the behaviour happens “behind closed doors”. Women often discover that many people and agencies trivialize the impact of abuse and no one seems to understand they feel like a prisoner who might be severely injured or die at the hands of the “jailer”.

Women conclude that since people don’t understand the seriousness of the abuse, they do not support disruption of the family.

Often women are isolated by their partner and lose their support systems. The partner is usually

highly possessive and excessively jealous. They believe they “own” the woman, are entitled to her exclusive attention and/or absolute obedience. The partner knows that

if the truth is told, supportive people will urge the women to leave or seek assistance.

Many of the abusive partners become remorseful after being violent. Since most women believe in committed relationships, building their lives around the relationship, they

hope and believe the partner will change.

Even when women decide to leave, their partners will put up many barricades. The partners threaten everything from stalking, to seeking custody of the children, to withholding support, interfering with employment, to turn children, friends and family against them, retaliatory suicide or other ways to escalate the violence. Escalation is also used to coerce the woman into reconciliation or to retaliate for trying to leave.

A real fact is; women are killed by their partners.

Leaving an abusive relationship is a process. Most women leave and return several times. The first time may be a test to see if her partner will actually get some help to

stop the behaviour. When the violence occurs again, she may leave to gather more information about available resources.

The next leaving may be about breaking the isolation or gaining financial independence. The most likely predictor of a woman permanently “staying gone” is whether she has the economic resources to survive on her own. Most women do leave.

If you or someone you know is experiencing an abusive relationship, ACAWS is a helpful community resource.

Pamela Ana MA & CCC, owns Wellness Matters Counsellingand Psychotherapy.

Pamela also provides part time women’s

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t’s been a long time since I’ve written about the Campbell Zoo. Some of you who have read my column for a few years know that I

have chronicled my adventures with my sister’s family, whom I affectionately referred to as the Zoo—which at various times included five children (including two stepdaughters), two dogs, three cats and a fish named Two-Tails.

Much has happened with the Zoo since my sister, the head zookeeper, relocated to Nova Scotia. She and her mate have parted ways, so the Zoo will now affectionately be referred to as the Family Zoo. My eldest niece has since let us know that we got the birth announcement wrong and henceforth will be referred to

as the eldest nephew (we couldn’t be more proud), my second nephew is engaged and living with his fiancée and their own menagerie of dogs, cats, rats, snakes, chinchillas (or maybe it’s a ferret), etc., and my youngest niece at 13 now towers over me. Also, one of the dogs, several cats and the fish named Two-Tails have since passed away.

The head zookeeper has earned her nursing degree and is working in a hospital in Parrsboro, or as the teenager says, “P-Dot Central.”

The elderly border collie was sadly put to rest earlier this year, but a new barking fluffball, Lola, has stolen everyone’s heart. Two cats rule the Zoo, and Olivia the rabbit watches everything from her perch, safely behind an indoor fence so Lola cannot “cuddle” with her.

The eldest nephew celebrated his 23rd birthday in the Maritimes while my sister and the teenager were visiting in Vancouver (and laughing at all the snow falling at home even while they were ensconced in a series of wet Pacific storms).

His transgender journey has been an arduous and emotionally painful one for him, and I am proud of how he is weathering it.

Pride week is a really big deal in our family now.

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As families change, so has the Zoo

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There is no shortage of opportunities for residents to show their charitable side this holiday season.

Whether it’s a shelter, looking to provide meals and clothing for the homeless, a food

bank trying to fill the cupboards of low-income families and individuals, or an animal shelter issuing a desperate plea for help, the need is evident.

This is the time of year when people tend to dig a little bit deeper to support many worthy causes. It’s the season of giving, and that’s a good thing, because it’s also the season during which want is most keenly felt.

That’s why agencies redouble their work each autumn and volunteers for the Salvation Army once more take their places, manning Christmas kettles outside stores.

These, and other seasonal efforts, play a crucial role in helping to ensure people with limited means have, at minimum, a hearty meal and a gift or two to unwrap.

But once the lights have been taken down, the tree chipped and the last hot turkey sandwich eaten, we have a tendency to return to our daily routine and think less often about neighbours who may be scraping by.

It’s a constant struggle for food banks, for example, where each Thanksgiving and Christmas they see a jump in donations, but are forced to make do for much of the year, when donations slow to a trickle.

The remedy for our collective forgetfulness might be something as simple as a note on each calendar page or arranging a regular pre-paid contribution.

It makes sense — smaller regular payments, versus a large lump sum at a time of year when finances are already strained — and in terms of helping the organizations that many depend upon, year-round, to avoid the cycle of feast or famine.

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...we have a tendency to return to our daily routine and think less often about neighbours who might be scraping by.

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WHAT’S ONTUES. DEC. 1–WED. DEC. 23

◆ MISTLETOE MARKET AT ROLLIN ART CENTRE runs from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. from Tuesday to Saturday. Artists are still wanted, call 250--724-3412 to sign up.

FRI. DEC. 18◆ SING YOUR HEART

OUT Bring your family and friends to sing traditional Christmas carols with organ and piano accompaniment, 7 p.m. at Trinity Church, Fifth Avenue and Angus Street. Admission by donation to the Bread of Life and Trinity music program. Refreshments to follow. FMI: 250-723-8362.

THUR. DEC. 24◆ BREAD OF LIFE

CHRISTMAS EVE DINNER takes place at the Trinity Chruch Dining Hall at Fifth Avenue and Angus Street. Doors open at 3:30 p.m. and turkey dinner is served at 4 p.m. Everyone is welcome and free tickets are available at the Bread of Life office.

THUR. DEC. 31◆ NEW YEAR’S CIRCUS

Five Acre Productions is bringing in the New Year with a bang at the Italian Hall, starting at 7 p.m. Live music by The Circus band, appy buffet, champagne after the New Year’s countdown. Tix: $30 at Cloud City, 3042 Third Ave. Proceeds go to the Zattzoo Project.

FRI. JAN. 1◆ POLAR BEAR SWIM

AT CANAL BEACH at noon. Sponsored by 93.3 PEAK FM. Warming tent courtesy of Port Alberni Fire Dept., hotdogs and hot chocolate, Kiwanis food bus and more. Register for prizes. 2120 Plywood Rd.

◆ PEACE WALK 2016 meets outside Glenwood Centre, 4880 Vimy Rd., at 11:15 a.m. (no washrooms available), departs at 11:30

a.m. and walks to Abbeyfield House, Redford Street and Eighth Avenue for noon. Lunch at Guru Nanak Sikh Temple at 1 p.m.

SAT. JAN. 2◆ CHRISTMAS TREE

RECYCLING from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in northwest parking lot at the AV Multiplex (to the left of the building). Drop off by donation; proceeds going to KidSport. Port Alberni firefighters are collecting trees to be chipped by the city parks dept. and used as mulch.

SUN. JAN. 3◆ CHRISTMAS TREE

RECYCLING from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in northwest parking lot at the AV Multiplex (to the left of the building). Drop off by donation; proceeds going to KidSport. Port Alberni firefighters are collecting trees to be chipped by the city parks dept. and used as mulch.

ONGOING◆ OVEREATERS

ANONYMOUS meets Mondays from 7–8:55 p.m. at 4711 Elizabeth St. All ages. Free admission. FMI: Laura H . [email protected] or call 250-723-7486. Support group dealing with overeating, based on the 12 steps of Alcoholics Anonymous.

◆ ARMY CADETS

(CANADIAN SCOTTISH REGIMENT) meets Thursdays, 6:30–9 p.m., Cherry Creek Hall. For youth ages 12–18. FMI: Kim at 250-735-3517.

◆ PORT ALBERNI FIBRO LIFE PAIN SELF-MANAGEMENT GROUP meets every third Wednesday, 7–9 p.m. at West Coast General Hospital (3949 Port Alberni Highway–Redford Extension). All ages. Free admission. For more info, e-mail [email protected] or call 1-844-747-7426. www.pipain.com/port-alberni-fibro-life-support-group.html.

◆ JUNIOR BADMINTON runs Mondays and Thursdays at the Alberni Athletic Hall. 8–12 yrs from 6–7 p.m., 13–18 yrs from 7–8 p.m. FMI: Larry at 250-720-6263.

◆ DROP-IN GRIEF GROUP meets Tuesdays at 1 p.m. at the Alberni Valley Hospice Society office, 3088 Third Ave. FMI: 250-723-4478.

◆ BARKLEY SOUNDS CHOIR has started its 16th season and welcomes new members of all ages. Rehearsals are Wednesdays from 6:45-9 p.m. at the Alberni Valley United Church. For more info call 250-723-7907.

◆ COMMUNITY ARCHIVES at the

Alberni Valley Museum is open every Tuesday and Thursday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Volunteers available to answer questions on local history, help with family records and other research. Phone 250-723-2181, local 267.

◆ FOLK SONG CIRCLE at Fir Park Village every Tuesday from 7-9 p.m For more info call Diane at 250-723-7945.

◆ ALBERNI VALLEY STARFLEET CHAPTER meets the second Thursday of every month, 6 p.m. at Echo Centre. New members welcome. For info call 250-724-7293.

◆ FREE DROP-IN at Hilton Centre, 4325 Neill St. On Mondays from 10-11 a.m. For parents of children up to age five. Call 250-735-3022.

◆ FUN NIGHT on Friday

nights at Legion Branch No. 293, 4680 Victoria Quay. Starts at 5 p.m. Food available. Nominal admission fee.

◆ ALBERNI VALLEY COMMUNITY BAND meets Wednesdays from 7-9 p.m. in the E. J. Dunn band room. This is a concert band; new members are welcome. For info: call Manfred @ 250-724-6780.

◆ CRIB NIGHT at Legion Branch No. 293. Starts at 7 p.m. every Monday.

◆ FUN DARTS at Legion Branch No. 293. From 2:30-4:30 p.m. every Tuesday.

◆ WEDNESDAY NIGHT BINGO at Legion Branch No, 293, at 4680 Victoria Quay. Starts at 6:45 p.m.

◆ TY WATSON HOUSE HOSPICE is looking for people to work in

the kitchen preparing meals and offering hospitality. Interested volunteers may call Theresa at 250-723-4478 for more info.

◆ BETA SIGMA PHI’S Preceptor Gamma Beta chapter meets on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month. Call Lorna at 250-724-2487.

◆ MEN’S DART LEAGUE, looking for players and teams. New players will receive a set of darts. Drop in nights planned as well. Call Bill at 250-731-6930 for more info.

◆ RAINBOWS helps children process loss, due to divorce, separation, death or

other life changes. Contact Family Guidance 250 724-0125.

◆ FRIENDLY BATTLE, Feasting, fighting, archery and other medieval pastimes such as games, needlework, weaving, armor making and cooking. Families welcome. For more info. contact Sarah 1-250-951-9065.

◆ MEAT DRAW, Saturdays 3:15–5 p.m. at Westwind Pub. Proceeds to Mid Island Kidney Association.

◆ MEAT DRAW, at Legion Branch No. 293. Saturday’s from 2-5 p.m.

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When faced with a gift list a mile long and no idea what to get certain individuals on that list, many holiday shoppers opt to give cash as a present. Cash gift s are easy, one-size-fi ts all and no one will request a receipt to return a cash gift . Still, some people are not quite sure if it is socially acceptable to give a gift of cash. Th ere are many pros and cons to giving cash as a gift . Once a person weighs the advantages and the disadvantages to giving cold hard cash as a gift , then he or she can decide if cash is an ideal present or one that’s best avoided.

AdvantagesOne of the advantages to giving cash is it elim-inates waste. Unlike gift s that will never be used and simply take up space, cash will be used sooner or later. How of-ten have you received a sweater you won’t wear or a trinket you won’t use? Sometimes people return these gift s, but very oft en they get relegated to a pile of belongings that will end up in the garbage or stashed in the back of a closet. Cash eliminates this waste by giving a person the opportunity to buy exactly what he or she wants.Cash gift s may be ideal for older people to give

because they have limit-ed mobility and cannot get out to the store to shop for presents. And grandparents unaware of the latest trends can give cash in a card and instruct grandchildren to purchase something they like.Some people overex-tend themselves during the holiday season, and a cash gift can soft en the blow of holiday spending. Cash is very portable, which can make it easier for those who travel for the holidays to avoid shipping costs or extra baggage fees to take gift s on airlines.People are inundat-

ed with a lot of stuff already, and a cash gift might be just what the doctor ordered.DisadvantagesCash gift s may be con-sidered impersonal and lacking in creativity. It does not take much eff ort to stash a dollar amount inside of an envelope and present it, so gift recipients may question their relation-ships with gift givers who give cash.For many people, the excitement of the holidays has a lot to do with seeing a giant pile of gift s waiting to be unwrapped. Gift ing cash removes that excitement of

presents under the tree. Although items can be purchased later on, the immediate gratifi cation of tearing through boxes and bags simply is not there.Some people fi nd it awkward to receive cash because the value of the gift is right there in black and white. It puts both people on the spot and may create some uncomfortable moments if the value of a cash gift does not match up to what the cash recipient spent on the cash giver. When gift ing standard gift s, many people are unaware of what the other spent and if the item was purchased on

a discount. If you gift with cash, there is no hiding the value.Another disadvantage is if a person gives cash and receives cash in return. Do the two gift s cancel each other out? What if the amounts are diff erent? Dealing in cash alone can be awkward.Th ere are ways to make giving cash a little more acceptable. If you get creative when handing over the money, this may take away from the fact that cash does not make a very dramatic gift . * Try pairing the cash with a wallet or purse to make the presentation a

little more interesting. * Send the recipient on a scavenger hunt for the money, writing clues and hiding them around the house.* Create a money tree or wreath that displays the cash in an interesting way.* Fold bills into bows or tape together to make wrapping paper for a small token gift .* For children, roll up bills and put it into a crayon box or pencil case.* Fill up a large box with a lot of fi ller and hide the cash inside of a smaller box tucked inside.

Gift cards are a staple of the holiday season. Oft en a go-to gift when other options just do not seem to suffi ce, gift cards remove the worry about whether or not the item will fi t or if it’s the right color or model. Gift cards can make ideal gift s because they are chosen with the recipients’ likes and tastes in mind while allowing recipients to shop without spending their own money. Today’s gift cards are better than those of yes-teryear, which typically came with expiration dates and onerous fees. E-gift cards, which can be purchased and redeemed online, are among the most conve-nient of all gift cards.

Although gift cards have many positive attributes, it’s diffi cult to overlook that gift cards are viewed as a safe gift lacking in originality. But the National Retail Federation notes that in 2011, 57.7 percent of survey respondents said they would prefer to get a gift card that year. Th is ranks gift cards higher than electronics, clothing and accessories as desired gift s. Recip-ients of holiday cheer seemingly would like to pick out their own pres-ents, which can ease the burden on gift -givers searching high and low for the perfect gift s.Still, giving a gift card can remove some of the excitement of unwrap-ping a mystery gift . By employing a few cre-

ative tips, gift cards can be fun and unique.Nesting boxesAnother way to present a gift card is to hide it inside of a box that looks like any other gift . However, once the person unwraps the gift , he or she will discover another wrapped box inside. Th is prank can be repeated over and over as many times as desired until the gift card is unearthed.Gift basketA gift card can be ensconced with other trinkets and tied into a theme. For exam-ple, a gift card for a spa massage may be complemented by lotions, massage oil and a terry-cloth robe. Th ese items can all be

packaged together in a decorative basket to make the entire gift eye-catching and appealing.Th emed wrappingPlace the gift card inside of an item that epitomizes the gift . A card for a bookstore can be nestled inside of the pages of a classic book. A gift card to a hair salon can be attached to

the end of a hairbrush. For those gift ing to a fa-vorite coff ee shop, place the gift card inside of an empty coff ee mug.Shopping savvyOff ering a gift card as a present is entitling the recipient to a day of shopping. Wrap the card with a reusable shopping tote so that he or she can carry pur-chases inside. You can

monogram the bag with initials or even decorate it. Otherwise, purchase a new wallet and place the gift card inside. Wrap the wallet and encourage the recipient to go on a spree.Special deliveryFor a creative spin, work with a retailer that off ers home delivery service. Ask to have the gift card attached inside

of a pizza box or nestled in a bouquet of fl owers. When the recipient receives the delivery, he or she will be surprised by the added gift .Gift cards make conve-nient gift s, but they may not carry with them the panache of other holiday gift s. Dressing up gift cards in creative ways can make them even more appreciated.

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Th e song may say, “there’s no place like home for the holidays,” yet many people fi nd their holidays are just as well spent in some-one else’s abode. Th e popular motor club federation AAA says that more than 90 mil-lion Americans journey 50 miles or more from home during the year-end holiday season, and each year the number of travelers increases. When opening their homes to loved ones and friends, hosts want to make their guests feel welcome. Fortu-nately, there are many ways to do just that.

Establish a cozy nookDetermine where your guests will be sleeping. Do not worry if you do not have a separate guest room. Th ere are other things you can do, such as giving up your own bedroom for the duration of their stay. Otherwise, turn

another spot into a guest area. A den or liv-ing room with a pullout sofa also might work. Children’s rooms also are another idea. Let young children camp out in the living room or the basement while you turn their rooms into spots for your guests. Th e kids will appreciate the novelty of setting up sleeping bags, and guests will get some measure of privacy.

Have separate guest amenitiesInvest in some lush towels and wash cloths reserved for guests. Also, have comfortable sheets on hand. Be sure all linens are freshly washed, and have a drawer or two available in case guests want to unpack their suitcases. Keep some toiletries stocked as well. A few extra toothbrushes, mouthwash, soap, and other personal items

may be needed to accommodate forgetful guests.Provide creature comfortsGuests won’t be used to the rooms in your house, so be sure that you off er a light for a nightstand and an alarm clock. Nightlights placed in the bath-room or hallway can illuminate unfamiliar surroundings. Keep a fan on hand so that guests can adjust the temperature in their rooms and also if they need a little white noise while they sleep. A tray with books, magazines and the Wi-Fi code also may be appreciated.

Separate bathroom facilitiesIf possible, devote one bathroom in the house for guests’ use. Th is way they will have all the privacy they need. Ask if there are any special products they like to use in the bathroom,

helping to cut down on the items guests need tobring with them.

Stock favorite foodsMake a list of the foods that your guests enjoy and plan a shopping trip to stock up on these items. Encourage guests to have free reignof the kitchen, helping themselves to snacks or whatever is desired. Remember to ask about any dietary restrictions, including allergies.

Deep clean your homeClear away unnecessaryclutter and give fl oors a fresh wash or vacu-uming, especially if you have pets. Pay special attention to showers and the bathroom itself.You don’t want guests tripping over your belongings.A few special and simple touches can quickly prepare a home for holiday hosting and entertaining.

With so many people on the move, the risk for accidents and other incidents increases. To keep the holidays enjoyable and safe, trav-elers should remember to exercise caution.• Schedule a tune-up. Make sure your car is in good working order. Check the air pressure in tires and get an oil change if it is time. Other cars on the road may kick up salt and other debris from the roadways, so be certain to top off windshield

washer fl uid to main-tain adequate visibility.• Leave plenty of time. Expect traffi c and leave extra time to get to your destination. Hur-rying may cause you to increase your speed or make risky maneuvers behind the wheel that can increase your risk of accident and injury. Leave extra time as well for traveling through weather conditions like snow and sleet.• Know various routes to the destination. Volume or accidents

can result in road detours. Keep a paper map in the car or rely on navigation systems. • Leave room for emergency supplies. Stock your vehicle with a change of clothes, blankets, snacks and drinks, jumper cables, a fl ashlight, and addi-tional safety supplies. Drivers should be prepared in the event of a breakdown.• Keep children enter-tained. A long trip can seem longer with unhap-

py children in tow. Plan ahead with some activities to keep kids occupied while on the road. Games, books, videos, and music can fi ll the time. Make fre-quent stops so kids can get out of the car and stretch. And don’t for-get to pack some food and drinks to cut down on time-consuming reststop visits.• Take turns driving. Spending long hours behind the wheel can cause fatigue. Share driving responsibilities with another adult passenger to help avoid drowsy driving condi-tions. If no one else is available to share the load, pull over and rest from time to time.• Secure packages and luggage. Tie down items on roof racks and in rear cargo areas of SUVs and vans so they’re not moving around freely. In the event of an accident, items that are not secured can be dan-gerous. Pack gift s and other items so that the driver’s line of sight is not impeded.If holiday travel is in your future, remem-ber to make safety a priority.

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Jingle BellsDashing through the snowOn a one horse open sleighO’er the fi elds we go,Laughing all the wayBells on bob tail ring,making spirits brightWhat fun it is to laugh and singA sleighing song tonight

Oh, jingle bells, jingle bellsJingle all the wayOh, what fun it is to rideIn a one horse open sleighJingle bells, jingle bellsJingle all the wayOh, what fun it is to rideIn a one horse open sleigh

A day or two ago,I thought I’d take a ride,And soon Miss Fanny BrightWas seated by my side;Th e horse was lean and lankMisfortune seemed his lotWe got into a drift ed bank,And then we got upsot.

Oh, jingle bells, jingle bellsJingle all the wayOh, what fun it is to rideIn a one horse open sleighJingle bells, jingle bellsJingle all the wayOh, what fun it is to rideIn a one horse open sleigh

Jingle Bells, Jingle Bells,Jingle all the way!Oh, What fun it is to rideIn a one horse open sleigh.Jingle Bells, Jingle Bells,Jingle all the way!Oh, What fun it is to rideIn a one horse open sleigh.

Now the ground is whiteGo it while you’re youngTake the girls tonightAnd sing this sleighing songJust get a bob tailed baytwo-forty as his speedHitch him to an open sleighAnd crack! you’ll take the leadJingle Bells, Jingle Bells,Jingle all the way!Oh, What fun it is to rideIn a one horse open sleigh.Jingle Bells, Jingle Bells,Jingle all the way!Oh, What fun it is to rideIn a one horse open sleigh.

O Holy NightO holy night!Th e stars are brightly shiningIt is the night of the dear Savior’s birth!Long lay the world in sin and error piningTill he appear’d and the soul felt its worth.A thrill of hope the weary soul rejoicesFor yonder breaks a new and glorious morn!

Fall on your kneesOh hear the angel voicesOh night divineOh night when Christ was bornOh night divineOh night divine

Led by the light of Faith serenely beamingWith glowing hearts by His cradle we standSo led by light of a star sweetly gleamingHere come the wise men from Orient landTh e King of Kings lay thus in lowly mangerIn all our trials born to be our friend

Truly He taught us to love one anotherHis law is love and His gospel is peaceChains shall He break for the slave is our brotherAnd in His name all oppression shall ceaseSweet hymns of joy in grateful chorus raise we,Let all within us praise His holy name

We Wish You A Merry ChristmasWe wish you a Merry Christmas,We wish you a Merry Christmas,We wish you a Merry Christmas,And a Happy New Year.

Good tidings to you,And all of your kin,Good tidings for Christmas,And a Happy New Year.

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Good tidings to you,And all of your kin,Good tidings for Christmas,And a Happy New Year.

We wish you a Merry Christmas,We wish you a Merry Christmas,We wish you a Merry Christmas,And a Happy New Year

Deck the HallsDeck the halls with boughs of holly, Fa la la la la la la la!

‘Tis the season to be jolly, Fa la la la la la la la!Don we now our gay apparel, Fa la la la la la la la!Troll the ancient Yuletide carol, Fa la la la la la la la!

See the blazing yule before us, Fa la la la la la la la!Strike the harp and join the chorus, Fa la la la la la la la!

Follow me in merry measure, Fa la la la la la la la!While I tell of Yuletide treasure, Fa la la la la la la la!

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Silent NightSilent night, holy night!All is calm, all is bright.Round yon Virgin, Mother and Child.Holy infant so tender and mild,Sleep in heavenly peace,Sleep in heavenly peace

Silent night, holy night!Shepherds quake at the sight.Glories stream from heaven afarHeavenly hosts sing Alleluia,Christ the Savior is born!Christ the Savior is born

Silent night, holy night!Son of God love’s pure light.Radiant beams from Th y holy faceWith dawn of redeeming grace,Jesus Lord, at Th y birthJesus Lord, at Th y birth

Frosty the SnowmanFrosty the Snowman, was a jolly happy soul,With a corn cob pipe and a button nose, and two eyes made of coal.

Frosty the Snowman, is a fairytale, they say.He was made of snow, but the children know he came to life one day.

Th ere must have been some magic in that old silk hat they found,

For when they placed it on his head, he began to dance around!

Oh, Frosty, the Snowman, was alive as he could be;and the children say he could laugh and play,just the same as you and me.

Th umpety thump, thump, thumpety thump, thump,look at Frosty go.

Th umpety thump, thump, thumpety thump, thump,over the hills of snow.

Frosty the Snowman, knew the sun was hot that day,so he said, “Let’s run, and we’ll have some fun now, before I melt away.”

Down to the village, with a broomstick in his hand,Running here and there, all around the square,sayin’, “Catch me if you can.”

He led them down the streets of town, right to the traffi c cop;

and only paused a moment, when he heard him holler, “Stop!”

For Frosty, the Snowman, had to hurry on his way,But he waved goodbye, sayin’ “Don’t cry, I’ll be back again some day.”

Rudolph The Red Nosed ReindeerYou know Dasher, and Dancer, andPrancer, and Vixen,Comet, and Cupid, andDonder and BlitzenBut do you recallTh e most famous reindeer of all

Rudolph, the red-nosed reindeerhad a very shiny noseand if you ever saw ityou would even say it glows.

All of the other reindeerused to laugh and call him namesTh ey never let poor Rudolphplay in any reindeer games.

Th en one foggy Christmas eveSanta came to say:"Rudolph with your nose so bright,won't you guide my sleigh tonight?"

Th en all the reindeer loved himas they shouted out with glee,Rudolph the red-nosed reindeer,you'll go down in history!

Here Comes Santa ClausHere comes Santa Claus, here comes Santa Claus,Right down Santa Claus laneVixen and Blitzen and all his reindeerPullin’ on the reinsBells are ringin’, children singin’All is merry and brightHang your stockings and say your prayers‘Cause Santa Claus comes tonight!

Here comes Santa Claus, here comes Santa Claus,Right down Santa Claus laneHe’s got a bag that’s fi lled with toysFor boys and girls againHear those sleigh bells jingle jangle,Oh what a beautiful sightSo jump in bed and cover your head‘Cause Santa Claus comes tonight!

Here comes Santa Claus, here comes Santa Claus,Right down Santa Claus laneHe doesn’t care if you’re rich or poorHe loves you just the sameSanta Claus knows we’re all Gods childrenTh at makes everything rightSo fi ll your hearts with Christmas cheer‘Cause Santa Claus comes tonight!

Here comes Santa Claus, here comes Santa Claus,Right down Santa Claus laneHe’ll come around when the chimes ring outTh at it’s Christmas morn againPeace on earth will come to allIf we just follow the lightSo lets give thanks to the lord aboveTh at Santa Claus comes tonight!

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Holiday shoppers tend to fall into three dis-tinct camps. Th ere are those people who have completed all of their shopping and wrapping even before November ends. Others shop in the weeks between Th anksgiving and Christmas. Finally, many people wait until the last min-ute, and such shoppers are the ones seen rush-ing from store to store on December 24.Waiting until the last possible second to purchase a gift may not prove much of a problem when shop-ping for birthday gift s. But come the holiday season, such procrasti-nation may fi nd shoppers perusing limited inventories and dealing with other frantic proscrastinators. But even those shop-pers who still plan to

put off their holiday shopping can make the most of such stalling this holiday season.

• Consider eGift cards. Many retailers off er digital gift cards that can be emailed in a matter of minutes. Purchase the card from the online retailer and email the redemption code to the gift recipient. Time the email to arrive on Christmas morning or include all of the necessary information in a holiday card.

• Ship to store. Some shoppers like the convenience of ship-to-store services. Th is enables a person to purchase a gift online but avoid shipping charges by having the item made available at a store location. In-stock items are typically

ready the day of purchase, and this helps you avoid crowds and impulse buys, as online purchases are typical-ly available at special pick-up locations inthe store that allow online shoppers to skip long lines at the registers.

• Avoid gimmick gift s.Skip the “as seen on TV” aisle at the store or trendy infomercial gift s. Such gift s may suggest to their recipients that you waited until the last minute to buy the gift s and then really didn’t have any good ideas.

• Expect extra charges and factor such charges into your budget. Procrastinating may work for your schedule, but expect to pay more if you shop online and

require shipping. You will probably need to expedite shipping if you expect to have gift s delivered on time. Verify the delivery date before making any purchases. Paying more for shipping may out-weigh the hassle of driving to store aft er store searching for gift s. Online retailers like Amazon may even off er selective delivery on Christmas Eve.

• Check store hours. Some stores off er extended shopping hours to meet the needs of last-minute shoppers. You may be able to visit early morning or late at night to skip the crowds. Certain department stores time sales w ith these extended hours, such as “early bird” or “night owl” specials, so you may even be rewarded for procrastinating.

• Shop smaller retailers. One way to avoid the hassles that oft en come with holiday shopping is to patronize smaller, independent shops. Chances are the crowds will be smaller at these shops and you may have access to a more unique selection of gift s than you would fi nd at the nearby mall.

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Novice holiday hosts oft en have a lot on their plates. Whether hosting family or friends or a combination of both, fi rst-time hosts typical-ly want to impress their guests while ensuring they get enough to eat and have an enjoyable evening. Since dinner is such a big part of hol-iday gatherings, hosts oft en place extra em-phasis on what to serve, and that can be tricky when this is the fi rst time they are hosting.When planning the menu for your holiday soiree, consider the following tips.

* Get a head count. Th ough other factors will infl uence what to serve, the size of your guest list may ultimate-ly dictate what to serve. For example, a small gathering of four to fi ve people will likely rule out turkey, as even a small turkey will prove too much eff ort and produce too much extra food. On the same note, a small dish like lasagna might not be doable for a larger crowd, as it will force you to prepare multiple entrees, which means more time in the kitchen juggling the various cooking duties

and less time with your guests. Once you have confi rmed just how many guests you will be hosting, you can then choose a main course that suits the size of your guest list.

* Decide which type of party you want to host. Th e type of party you want to host also will infl uence what you serve. A formal gath-ering should include an appetizer, a main course and a dessert, including both caff ein-ated and decaff einated coff ees. A less formal gathering gives hosts more leeway. For exam-ple, whereas a formal gathering may include soup as an appetizer, hosting a less formal gathering allows hosts to put out some snacks or bread for guests to whet their appetites before everyone sits down for the meal. Th e more formal the gath-ering, the more formal the menu. Hosts of less formal gatherings may even want to host a holiday pot luck buff et, inviting guests to bring a favorite dish or side dish while the hosts take care of the main course.* Ask guests if they

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* Include traditional holiday fare. People have grown to expect certain things from holiday meals, be it sweet potatoes on Th anksgiving, bris-ket for Chanukah or holiday cookies or even eggnog at Christmas parties. When planning the menu, be sure to include at least one of these traditional items, even asking guests for suggestions. Such fare will give the party a genuine holiday feel,

and guests will appre-ciate seeing some items on your dinner table they have enjoyed at their own holiday celebrations over the years.

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Turkeys are the main course for many holi-day dinners, and turkey left overs also make for popular meals once holidays have come and gone. Although turkeys earn most of their attention during the holiday season, their health benefi ts can be enjoyed throughout the year.Turkey contains 34 cal-ories and 1 gram of fat per ounce (33 grams) of meat. It is low in satu-rated fat and is a good source of protein. Turkey contains seleni-um, which can promote healthy function of the thyroid and boost the immune system. Selenium also helps to

eliminate free radicals in the body through its antioxidant power.Th ose who need to increase their B vitamin intake also can turn to turkey. A serving of turkey has 36 percent of the daily allowance of vitamin B3, which helps process fats in the body. It also contains vitamin B6, which helps maintain steady blood sugar levels. In addi-tion to these vitamins, turkey also is rich in many minerals, includ-ing iron, phosphorous, potassium, and zinc.One of the most popu-lar ways to cook turkey is to roast it. Place the turkey on a roasting rack so that any fat will

drain to the bottom of the pan. Baste the turkey with fresh mari-nade to keep it moist. It’s best to cook any stuffi ng outside of the turkey so there is no potential for contam-ination by bacteria. Make stuffi ng healthier by using whole-grain rice, vegetables, dried fruits, and nuts in lieu of a heavy bread base. Left over roasted turkey can be ground and used to make tacos and burgers or chopped and turned into turkey salad. Th e possibilities for left over turkey are endless, especially for cooks willing to try their hands at some-thing new.

Along with the fra-grant evergreens and twinkling lights synonymous with the holiday season, poin-settias make up a key component of holiday decorating. Unlike holly and some of the other greenery that is commonly asso-ciated with the holi-days, poinsettias do not naturally thrive in the colder temperatures. Th ese plants originate in southern Mexico and were considered an exotic plant when fi rst introduced to the United States by Joel Robert Poinsett, the fi rst American ambas-sador to Mexico.Poinsettias can be fi ckle plants and ones that gardening novices may fi nd challenging to maintain. Th e plants are comprised of green foliage, colorful (oft en red) fl ower bracts, and

the actual fl owers of the plants, which are the red or green buttonlike parts nestled in the center of the bracts. Because they are a trop-ical plant, poinsettias can be damaged by ex-posure to low tempera-tures, even if they are only exposed for short periods of time. Th ey should be wrapped and protected against the elements when brought home. For maximum plant life, poinsettias need to be placed near a warm, sunny window, or another area that has ample amounts of light. Th ey thrive in tempera-tures between 60 and 75 F and should be kept away from warm or cold draft s. Water the plant when-ever the surface feels dry to the touch. Water until it drains out the bottom, but don’t let the plant sit in water.

Over- or under-water-ing can cause leaves to drop prematurely and wilt. If your home lacks in humidity, you may need to water the plant more frequently. Poin-settias do not need to be fertilized while the plant is in bloom. Th e Ohio State Uni-versity Extension says poinsettias can be re-fl owered the following Christmas, but unless a yearlong schedule of care is observed, the results usually are not good. You can speak with a gardening expert or consult online re-sources for the proper care schedule. Caring for a poinsettia year-round involves gradual-ly drying out the plant and storing it in a cool location. Th e plant later will be moved outdoors and then back inside and pruned to keep a full shape.

Poinsettias are short-day plants, which means they fl ower about 10 weeks aft er the daylight shortens to about 12 hours or less. Th erefore, to have the plant in full fl ower by Christmas, it will have to be kept in complete darkness between 5 p.m. and 8 a.m. from the fi rst part of October until Th anksgiving. Many people fi nd the aff ordability of poin-settias makes it more convenient to buy new ones each year than try to foster regrowth.Contrary to popular be-lief, poinsettias are not poisonous to humans or animals, but they should not be ingested due to the potential for allergic reactions. Poinsettias can help remove pollutants from indoor air, which is ad-vantageous during the winter months when doors and windows are typically kept closed.Select plants that have dark green foliage and no low or damaged leaves. Th is ensures the best success for keeping poinsettias looking healthy and vibrant throughout the holiday season.

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• STIHL “B” Helmet System• Woodcutter Chaps• High Quality Safety Glasses

HOMEOWNERS

MS 170 Gas Chain Saw


MS 241 C-M Gas Chain Saw

MS 291 C-BE Gas Chain Saw




$24995MSRP $279.95with 16” bar

$54995MSRP $559.95with 16” bar

$59995

$59995MSRP $639.95with 16” bar

$69995MSRP $709.95with 16” bar

$34995with 16” bar

$44995with 16” bar

#7002 884 0104

$9995$150 Value

$8995

Economy PlusCutter’s Jacket - All Sizes

#0000 883 4948-64

$12995

Economy PlusSafety Pants - All Sizes

#0000 883 4748-58

30.1 cc / 1.3 kW / 3.9 kg (8.6 lb)†

50.2 cc / 2.6 kW / 5.6 kg (12.3 lb)†

42.6 cc / 2.2 kW / 4.7 kg (10.4 lb)†

55.5 cc / 2.8 kW / 6.2 kg (13.7 lb)†

Pump Working Pressure: 65 bar (943 psi)

64.1 cc / 3.3 kW / 6.4 kg (14.1 lb)†

Working Flow Rate: 350 L/hr (1.54 gal/min)

31.8 cc / 1.5 kW / 4.2 kg (9.3 lb)†

45.4 cc / 2.3 kW / 4.6 kg (10.1 lb)†

Why Use MotoMix®?

• 2 Year shelf life once container is opened.

• Reduced environmental and health impact.

• Improve machine protection and performance. #7002 871 1404

MOTOMIX®

Perfect for trimming and cutting trees around your home or cottage.

MSRP $669.95with 16” bar

†Powerhead only.

MotoMix®

$995/can

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WOODLOT SPECIALISTS

CLEANING SOLUTIONS









BGA 85 Blower

$27995**





$27995**

FSA 65 Trimmer

$22995**

FSA 85 Trimmer

$25995**

HLA 65 Long-Reach





$32995**(with 12” bar)


$36495** (with 14” bar)



GEAR UP FOR SAFETY

$1995


$1595


$3995


$9995


$11995


$9995


$1495


$2195


$2495


$1995


$995


$4495#5605 750 4303-05






2-IN-1 FILE HOLDER


PRO PICK





$795


#AB5

$2495

Multi-Tool#0000 882 6500-01

$895

Filing Guide#7002 881 5900-04

$3995

1/4" P#5605 750 4306

$1495


$2795

Solid SteelHatchet

#0000 881 1965


An $85 VALUE!

• OILOMATIC®

Chain Loop

• Woodsman®

Carrying Case

•

$4995


NEW NEW NEW


$14995


$19995

AP 80

Lithium-Ion Battery

AL 100


Quick Charger

AP 180

Lithium-Ion Battery


$4995



$9995

PROBLEM


$19995MSRP $229.95

NEW

NEW





AL 300 50 70


MSA 200 C-BQ - 35

HTA 85 - 40

FSA 65 30 70

FSA 85 15 35

HSA 66 60 140

HLA 65 60 140

HLA 85 60 140

BGA 85 10 23

TSA 230 5 15

RMA 370 - 28


Includes:


HOMEOWNERS








$24995MSRP $279.95with 16” bar

$54995MSRP $559.95with 16” bar

$59995

$59995MSRP $639.95with 16” bar

$69995MSRP $709.95with 16” bar

$34995with 16” bar

$44995with 16” bar

#7002 884 0104

$9995$150 Value

$8995


#0000 883 4948-64

$12995


#0000 883 4748-58

30.1 cc / 1.3 kW / 3.9 kg (8.6 lb)†

50.2 cc / 2.6 kW / 5.6 kg (12.3 lb)†

42.6 cc / 2.2 kW / 4.7 kg (10.4 lb)†

55.5 cc / 2.8 kW / 6.2 kg (13.7 lb)†


64.1 cc / 3.3 kW / 6.4 kg (14.1 lb)†


31.8 cc / 1.5 kW / 4.2 kg (9.3 lb)†

45.4 cc / 2.3 kW / 4.6 kg (10.1 lb)†

Why Use MotoMix®?




MOTOMIX®



†Powerhead only.

MotoMix®

$995/can


WEEKEND WARRIORS

WOODLOT SPECIALISTS

CLEANING SOLUTIONS









BGA 85 Blower

$27995**





$27995**

FSA 65 Trimmer

$22995**

FSA 85 Trimmer

$25995**

HLA 65 Long-Reach





$32995**(with 12” bar)


$36495** (with 14” bar)



GEAR UP FOR SAFETY

$1995


$1595


$3995


$9995


$11995


$9995


$1495


$2195


$2495


$1995


$995


$4495#5605 750 4303-05






2-IN-1 FILE HOLDER


PRO PICK





$795


#AB5

$2495

Multi-Tool#0000 882 6500-01

$895

Filing Guide#7002 881 5900-04

$3995

1/4" P#5605 750 4306

$1495


$2795

Solid SteelHatchet

#0000 881 1965


An $85 VALUE!

• OILOMATIC®

Chain Loop

• Woodsman®

Carrying Case

•

$4995


NEW NEW NEW


$14995


$19995

AP 80

Lithium-Ion Battery

AL 100


Quick Charger

AP 180

Lithium-Ion Battery


$4995



$9995

PROBLEM


$19995MSRP $229.95

NEW

NEW





AL 300 50 70


MSA 200 C-BQ - 35

HTA 85 - 40

FSA 65 30 70

FSA 85 15 35

HSA 66 60 140

HLA 65 60 140

HLA 85 60 140

BGA 85 10 23

TSA 230 5 15

RMA 370 - 28


Includes:


HOMEOWNERS








$24995MSRP $279.95with 16” bar

$54995MSRP $559.95with 16” bar

$59995

$59995MSRP $639.95with 16” bar

$69995MSRP $709.95with 16” bar

$34995with 16” bar

$44995with 16” bar

#7002 884 0104

$9995$150 Value

$8995


#0000 883 4948-64

$12995


#0000 883 4748-58

30.1 cc / 1.3 kW / 3.9 kg (8.6 lb)†

50.2 cc / 2.6 kW / 5.6 kg (12.3 lb)†

42.6 cc / 2.2 kW / 4.7 kg (10.4 lb)†

55.5 cc / 2.8 kW / 6.2 kg (13.7 lb)†


64.1 cc / 3.3 kW / 6.4 kg (14.1 lb)†


31.8 cc / 1.5 kW / 4.2 kg (9.3 lb)†

45.4 cc / 2.3 kW / 4.6 kg (10.1 lb)†

Why Use MotoMix®?




MOTOMIX®



†Powerhead only.

MotoMix®

$995/can


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Pole PrunerHT-KM

#4182 200 0105

$24995

Bristle BrushKB-KM

#4601 740 4905

$32995

Soil Cultivator BF-KM

#4601 740 5000

$22995

Grass Cutting Blade FS-KM #4137 227 0003

$11995

Curved Shaft Trimmer FSB-KM

#4137 740 5006

$6995

Hedge TrimmerHL-KM

#4230 740 5007

$19995

STIHL PowerSweep™ KW-KM

#4601 740 4904

$34995

Lawn Edger FCB-KM

#4180 740 5002

$12995

Make Clean-up a �eeze:Make Clean-up a �eeze:

MULCHING RATIOfor dry leaves

Utilize the blowing function to gather and collect yard debris then switch to the vacuum/

shredder mode to collect and mulch.

Weight: 4.3 kg (9.5 lb)‡

Bar size: 22”/55 cm



HS 45 Gas Hedge Trimmer

HSE 52 Electric Hedge Trimmer

HS 46 C-E Gas Hedge Trimmer




Weight: 3.1 kg (6.8 lb)Bar size: 20”/50 cm

STIHL’s gas hedge trimmers are specially designed for comfort, balance and productivity in landscape gardening.

‡ Without fuel.

$47995

$39995

$29995

$14995

27.2 cc / 0.7 kW / 5.2 kg (11.5 lb)‡

SH 56 C-EShredder Vac/Blower

$24995MSRP $289.95

Powerhead only

KM 56 RC-E

$24995MSRP $269.95

Push-in connection

with rotating screw

KM 56 RC-E with BG-KM

blower as shown

$38990

Bed RedefinerFBD-KM

#4180 740 5001

$29995

Straight Shaft Trimmer FS-KM

#4140 200 0395

$10995

MSRP $329.95

MSRP $449.95

MSRP $499.95

MSRP $199.95

NEW

BG 55Handheld Gas Blower

$17995MSRP $229.95


$19995MSRP $229.95

$4995#4241 007 1003

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64.8 cc / 3.0 kW / 9.8 kg (21.6 lb)‡

Backpack Displacement (cc)/ Weight‡ Air Velocity Air Volume MSRP Promo Models Power Output (kW) (kg/lb) (mph/km/h) (cfm) Price

BR 200 27.2 / 0.8 5.7 / 12.6 132 / 212 406 $379.95

BR 350 63.3 / 2.1 10.0 / 22.0 168 / 270 441 $479.95

BR 430 63.3 / 2.9 10.1 / 22.3 183 / 295 500 $529.95

BR 600 MAGNUM® 64.8 / 3.0 9.8 / 21.6 201 / 323 712 $659.95

BR 500 low-noise 64.8 / 2.3 10.1 / 22.3 181 / 291 477 $629.95

BR 550 64.8 / 3.0 9.9 / 21.8 199 / 320 530 $609.95

‡ Without fuel.

27.2 cc / 0.8 kW / 5.7 kg (12.6 lb)‡

$119.95

• Perfect for the serious homeowner, producing professional results.

• Simple starting makes these powerful blowers easy to use.

• Fuel-efficient engine and a large fuel tank equates to longer run times on a single tank.

BACKPACK BLOWERS

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All prices in this flyer will remain in effect until November 27, 2015 for all power tools and accessories. The goal of STIHL Limited is to produce truthful and accurate advertising materials. In the unlikely event of a printing error, the local STIHL Dealer has the final authority to set product pricing. Pricing valid at participating dealers only.

www.stihl.ca

To Our Valued Customer:In today’s marketplace an industry leading brand is more than just quality products. STIHL has been committed for decades to providing the best outdoor power tools to help you get the job done. We choose to carry the STIHL brand because our team of friendly staff are dedicated to providing outstanding customer service, consistent product innovation, and exceptional value – all cornerstones of the STIHL brand.

Our team of knowledgeable product specialists will help you select the best tool for your specific need. Whether you are looking for an Easy2Start™ chain saw to cut wood before winter, a split shaft trimmer that will do more than cut grass, or a blower to clear away yard debris, our store is the destination for all your power equipment needs. We will teach you how to safely operate and care for your STIHL products so that they last for many years to come. Every product we sell is assembled, set to factory specifications and tested on-site by a STIHL trained technician.

We invite you to visit our showroom and experience the difference a first class quality outdoor power equipment dealer can make for you!

Thank you for your business,

“#1 Selling Brand in Canada” is based on an independent market share analysis of gasoline-powered handheld

outdoor power equipment from 2014. Source: TraQline Canada. ∏ The Home Depot® and Canadian Tire® are registered trademarks of their respective companies.

††

Promo Price

STIHL KOMBISYSTEM

Handheld Displacement Weight ‡ Air Velocity Air Volume MSRP Promo Models (cc) (kg/lb) (mph/km/h) (cfm) Price

BGE 71 Electric 3.0 / 6.6 148 / 238 394 $169.95

BGE 61 Electric 3.0 / 6.6 148 / 238 394 $149.95

BG 55 27.2 4.1 / 9.0 140 / 225 418 $229.95

BG 56 C-E 27.2 4.2 / 9.3 143 / 230 418 $249.95

BGE 71 VAC Electric 4.1 / 9.0 148 / 238 394 $199.95

SH 56 C-E 27.2 5.2 / 11.5 143 / 230 418 $289.95

• Sleek and ergonomic designs that deliver reliable performance.

• Lightweight design perfect to clean-up clippings, debris and leaves.

• Exceptional high air velocity.

• Easy2StartTM - Makes starting a simple, easy process.

• Versatility – More than 14 different attachments available.

• Split Shaft – Highly versatile, easily transported and easy to store with special tool-less quick-release coupling.

‡ Without fuel.

27.2 cc / 0.7 kW / 4.1 kg (9.0 lb)‡

$119.95

HANDHELD BLOWERS

SHREDDER VAC/BLOWER

$129.95

$179.95

$219.95$249.95

$149.95

$179.95

Promo Price

$629.95

$449.95

$599.95$499.95

$349.95

$579.95

MS 170Gas Chain Saw

BR 600 MAGNUM® Backpack Blower

$62995MSRP $659.95

BR 200 Backpack Blower

$34995MSRP $379.95

BG 55 Handheld Gas Blower

$17995MSRP $229.95

Blower Gutter Kit available


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KombiTools sold separately. Not all KombiTools shown. Please visit your local STIHL Dealer for a full range of KombiTools.

Pole PrunerHT-KM

#4182 200 0105

$24995

Bristle BrushKB-KM

#4601 740 4905

$32995

Soil Cultivator BF-KM

#4601 740 5000

$22995

Grass Cutting Blade FS-KM #4137 227 0003

$11995

Curved Shaft Trimmer FSB-KM

#4137 740 5006

$6995

Hedge TrimmerHL-KM

#4230 740 5007

$19995

STIHL PowerSweep™ KW-KM

#4601 740 4904

$34995

Lawn Edger FCB-KM

#4180 740 5002

$12995

Make Clean-up a �eeze:Make Clean-up a �eeze:

MULCHING RATIOfor dry leaves

Utilize the blowing function to gather and collect yard debris then switch to the vacuum/

shredder mode to collect and mulch.





HS 45 Gas Hedge Trimmer

HSE 52 Electric Hedge Trimmer





Weight: 3.1 kg (6.8 lb)Bar size: 20”/50 cm

STIHL’s gas hedge trimmers are specially designed for comfort, balance and productivity in landscape gardening.

‡ Without fuel.

$47995

$39995

$29995

$14995

27.2 cc / 0.7 kW / 5.2 kg (11.5 lb)‡

SH 56 C-EShredder Vac/Blower

$24995MSRP $289.95

Powerhead only

KM 56 RC-E

$24995MSRP $269.95

Push-in connection

with rotating screw

KM 56 RC-E with BG-KM

blower as shown

$38990

Bed RedefinerFBD-KM

#4180 740 5001

$29995

Straight Shaft Trimmer FS-KM

#4140 200 0395

$10995

MSRP $329.95

MSRP $449.95

MSRP $499.95

MSRP $199.95

NEW

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$17995MSRP $229.95


$19995MSRP $229.95

$4995#4241 007 1003

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64.8 cc / 3.0 kW / 9.8 kg (21.6 lb)‡

Backpack Displacement (cc)/ Weight‡ Air Velocity Air Volume MSRP Promo Models Power Output (kW) (kg/lb) (mph/km/h) (cfm) Price

BR 200 27.2 / 0.8 5.7 / 12.6 132 / 212 406 $379.95

BR 350 63.3 / 2.1 10.0 / 22.0 168 / 270 441 $479.95

BR 430 63.3 / 2.9 10.1 / 22.3 183 / 295 500 $529.95

BR 600 MAGNUM® 64.8 / 3.0 9.8 / 21.6 201 / 323 712 $659.95

BR 500 low-noise 64.8 / 2.3 10.1 / 22.3 181 / 291 477 $629.95

BR 550 64.8 / 3.0 9.9 / 21.8 199 / 320 530 $609.95

‡ Without fuel.

27.2 cc / 0.8 kW / 5.7 kg (12.6 lb)‡

$119.95

• Perfect for the serious homeowner, producing professional results.

• Simple starting makes these powerful blowers easy to use.

• Fuel-efficient engine and a large fuel tank equates to longer run times on a single tank.

BACKPACK BLOWERS

STIHLCanada

All prices in this flyer will remain in effect until November 27, 2015 for all power tools and accessories. The goal of STIHL Limited is to produce truthful and accurate advertising materials. In the unlikely event of a printing error, the local STIHL Dealer has the final authority to set product pricing. Pricing valid at participating dealers only.

www.stihl.ca

To Our Valued Customer:In today’s marketplace an industry leading brand is more than just quality products. STIHL has been committed for decades to providing the best outdoor power tools to help you get the job done. We choose to carry the STIHL brand because our team of friendly staff are dedicated to providing outstanding customer service, consistent product innovation, and exceptional value – all cornerstones of the STIHL brand.

Our team of knowledgeable product specialists will help you select the best tool for your specific need. Whether you are looking for an Easy2Start™ chain saw to cut wood before winter, a split shaft trimmer that will do more than cut grass, or a blower to clear away yard debris, our store is the destination for all your power equipment needs. We will teach you how to safely operate and care for your STIHL products so that they last for many years to come. Every product we sell is assembled, set to factory specifications and tested on-site by a STIHL trained technician.

We invite you to visit our showroom and experience the difference a first class quality outdoor power equipment dealer can make for you!

Thank you for your business,

“#1 Selling Brand in Canada” is based on an independent market share analysis of gasoline-powered handheld

outdoor power equipment from 2014. Source: TraQline Canada. ∏ The Home Depot® and Canadian Tire® are registered trademarks of their respective companies.

††

Promo Price

STIHL KOMBISYSTEM

Handheld Displacement Weight ‡ Air Velocity Air Volume MSRP Promo Models (cc) (kg/lb) (mph/km/h) (cfm) Price

BGE 71 Electric 3.0 / 6.6 148 / 238 394 $169.95

BGE 61 Electric 3.0 / 6.6 148 / 238 394 $149.95

BG 55 27.2 4.1 / 9.0 140 / 225 418 $229.95

BG 56 C-E 27.2 4.2 / 9.3 143 / 230 418 $249.95

BGE 71 VAC Electric 4.1 / 9.0 148 / 238 394 $199.95

SH 56 C-E 27.2 5.2 / 11.5 143 / 230 418 $289.95

• Sleek and ergonomic designs that deliver reliable performance.

• Lightweight design perfect to clean-up clippings, debris and leaves.

• Exceptional high air velocity.

• Easy2StartTM - Makes starting a simple, easy process.

• Versatility – More than 14 different attachments available.

• Split Shaft – Highly versatile, easily transported and easy to store with special tool-less quick-release coupling.

‡ Without fuel.

27.2 cc / 0.7 kW / 4.1 kg (9.0 lb)‡

$119.95

HANDHELD BLOWERS

SHREDDER VAC/BLOWER

$129.95

$179.95

$219.95$249.95

$149.95

$179.95

Promo Price

$629.95

$449.95

$599.95$499.95

$349.95

$579.95

MS 170Gas Chain Saw

BR 600 MAGNUM® Backpack Blower

$62995MSRP $659.95

BR 200 Backpack Blower

$34995MSRP $379.95

BG 55 Handheld Gas Blower

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KOCSIS, Maria (Mary) nee Farkas

February 7, 1937to December 3, 2015

It is with sadness that we an-nounce the passing of Maria Kocsis on December 3, 2015 with her family by her side at Th e Village at Smith Creek in West Kelowna.She is survived by Jim, her loving husband of 58 years; two sons: Jim (Dana) of Penticton, George (Eliza-beth) of Armstrong and two grandchildren: Christopher and Carissa. She is also survived by her sister, Julie (Janos) in Hun-gary and brother, Joseph (Isabella) of Parksville in addition to numerous relatives in Hungary.Maria was born in Kimle, Hungary in 1937 and immigrated to Canada along with her soon to be husband Jim in 1956. Th ey were married in Abbotsford in 1957 and following several brief stays in Vancouver and Nanaimo they settled to raise their fam-ily in Port Alberni. Maria was a dedicated mother who juggled part time work with raising her family. She found employment in various establishments as an exceptional cook. Perhaps her favorite position was in the kitchen at Woodward’s where she worked her culinary magic for over 19 years. Maria was a kind and compassionate person who made a lasting impression on everyone that knew her. She loved gardening, golfi ng, volunteer-ing, playing crib and spending time with her family.

A Memorial Mass in celebration of Maria’s life will be held on Tuesday, December 29, 2015 at 1:00 pm

at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, 2547 Hebert Road, West Kelowna.

In lieu of fl owers, donations in Maria’s memory can be made to the Village at Smith Creek, 2425 Orlin Rd., West Kelowna, V4T 3C7 or the Alzheimer Society of B.C. #300 - 828 West 8th Avenue, Vancouver, BC, V5Z 1E2. Condolences may be shared by visiting www.everdenrust.com. Arrangements in care of Everden Rust Funeral Services, West Kelowna.

In Loving Memory of Henk Scholte

Born May 27, 1927Died Dec. 13, 1994

I miss you. I love you.Your wife Baujke Scholte

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HENK SCHOLTE who passed away December 13, 1994.

Time slips by and life goes on,But from our hearts you’re never gone...

Your loving daughter Gay (Gordon), grandchildren Shane, Tracy, Tiffany and Ashley.

Great-grandchildren you never got to meet: Brett, Shanice and Ariel.

In Loving Memory of THE BEST MOM EVERVernaZenti

May the winds of love blow soft ly and whisper so you’ll hear:

We will always love and miss youand wish that you were here.

Rest in peace dear mother, until we meet again.

Loved & missed by us allMaria, Kathy, Donny & families

Nov. 13, 1938 Dec. 16, 1994

WILLIAM DARREN GOODYEAR

Bill, or Billy, as you prefer, was predeceased by his father William Maxwell Goodyear in 1987. He is survived by his mother, his buddy, his pal, his friend, Betty Goodyear Levins; stepfather Milt Levins, brother Travis Goodyear and Colby McMeekin, sister Dana Few and Todd Janey; stepsisters Serena and Kevin Clarke, Trish Levins and Derek Ferguson, nieces and nephews Tyler and Tyrone Nicole, Nicholas, Logan, Hannah, Emily and Ava and great nephew Emre and to all of his aunts, uncles and cousins thank you for your thoughts and prayers. Billy passed away peacefully at Ty Watson House with his family at his side on December 6, 2015. If you have ever had the pleasure to meet this special man, you know he had a contagious personality. Billy was always a Newfoundlander and loved the jokes. He was an amazing brother to Travis and Dana, as he was to his stepsisters Serena and Trisha; and always so adoring and caring to all of his nephews and nieces. He was a huge fan of the Canucks, Blue Jays and loved his Pink Floyd music.We would like to thank the nursing staff s for all their caring and also to Dr. Alan Fraser for his being there every day; and of course Ty Watson House….incredible what you do every day. Flowers are gratefully declined, donations should be made toTy Watson House in Bill’s memory.The family will hold a private family service on Dec. 15, 2015.

A celebration of Billy’s life is planned from 1:00 to 4:00 pm on Saturday, January 9, 2016 at Hansen Hall, 3940 Johnston Rd, Port Alberni BC. We would love to see you there.

Condolences and stories may be left for the family by visiting www.chapelofmemories.ca.

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From / A2The staff at Boutique

Belles Amies stood in solidarity with the people of Paris last month after the terrorist attacks in that city. The staff wore Eiffel Tower pendants and scarves while working in the store.

•••The Alberni

Valley Chamber of Commerce is giving away money this holiday season and someone will be a big

winner come January. Try Home First for your shopping this season and you could have a chamber representative offer to pay for $25 of your purchase. In January prize draws of $2,500, $1,500, $1,000 and several $100 in gift cards will be awarded.

Teresa Bird is the Alberni Valley

News publisher. Email business

tips to [email protected].


Linda Bowerman and her staff at Boutique Belles Amies demonstrated their support for the people of Paris following terrorist attacks in November by donning jewelry and scarves depicting the Eiffel Tower.

Chamber’s giving away cash prizes

Take notice that pursuant to sections 186 and 187 of the Local Government Act, the Alberni-Clayoquot Regional District (the “Regional District”) intends to dispose of, and make available to the public for acquisition, a leasehold interest in that part of the lands legally described as:

Part of Block F of Block 209, Alberni DistrictAlberni Valley Regional Airport - Lots B, C, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14 and 15

and more particularly outlined in bold on Schedule “A” at the bottom of this Notice (the “Lands”).

The Lands are located at the Alberni Valley Regional Airport and are being made available to tenant(s) who will:

• at the tenant’s sole expense, clear, service, and provide access to the Lands in accordance with the legal requirements of all statutes, regulations, and bylaws of all federal, provincial, and local authorities;

• at the tenant’s sole expense, construct and maintain on the Lands all buildings and improvements required to operate an aircraft-related commercial enterprise or, subject to approval from the Regional District, sublease the Lands to person that will construct and maintain on the Lands all buildings and improvements required to operate an aircraft-related commercial enterprise on the Lands; and

• use the Lands solely for the purposes of an aircraft-related commercial enterprise or, subject to approval from the Regional District, sublease the Lands to person that will operate an aircraft-related commercial enterprise on the Lands.

Lots B & C The minimum rent the Regional District is prepared to accept per lot is sixteen thousand, four hundred dollars ($16,400.00) per year.Lots 10-15 The minimum rent the Regional District is prepared to accept per lot is one thousand, four hundred dollars ($1,400.00) per year.

The term of the lease lots will be up to twenty (20) years. Leases of three (3) years or more are subject to approval by the Provincial Subdivision Of� cer. Other terms and conditions of the proposed leases may be reviewed in person at the Regional District’s Of� ces, located at:

3008 5th AvenuePort Alberni, BC V9Y 2E3

Persons wishing to acquire a leasehold interest in the Lands must submit a completed proposal package and refundable $1,000.00 deposit to the Regional District’s Of� ces by no later than 4:00 pm on Friday, January 15, 2016 in an envelope clearly marked “AVRA Lease Lot Submission”.

This is not a call for tenders. No contractual or other obligation will arise between the Regional District and any person that responds to this Notice unless and until a written agreement has been duly executed relating to an approved proposal. The Regional District reserves the right in its absolute discretion to accept or reject any proposal submitted in response to this Notice.

(Pursuant to sections 186 and 187 of the Local Government Act)

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THURSDAY: War on the floor at SFU. SPORTS

Karen Steinicke, ticket and merchandise sales volunteer, works behind the new live edge counter in the expanded Bulldogs’ office, which opened Friday at the AV Multiplex.

Busy weekend for BulldogsSUSAN QUINNALBERNI VALLEY NEWS

The Alberni Valley Bulldogs had a busy, storm-filled weekend that saw them open their newly expanded office, come from behind to beat the West Kelowna Warriors and postpone their game against Trail Smoke Eaters until Monday night because BC Ferries cancellations meant the Smoke Eaters were stuck on the other side of Georgia Strait.

In between, they also made a couple of player transactions.

Team and city officials gathered on Friday afternoon to cut the official ribbon signifying the end of construction on the office. The expansion offers a ticket counter and retail space that opens up to the Multiplex on one side, and was built with local labour and wood products.

The Bulldogs beat West Kelowna Warriors 4–2 in Friday night’s contest. Kelowna was leading 2–1 in the second period but Eric Margo tied it and Josh Adkins scored twice in the third period to seal the win.

Friday was Owen Johnson’s first game in a Bulldogs’ uniform after the ‘Dogs and Surrey Eagles swapped defencemen—Alberni sending 1995-born blueliner Tyler Cooper to the Eagles for 20-year-old Johnson.

“Owen is a 20-year-old who’s got more experience in the BCHL,” Bulldogs’

coach Kevin Willison said Friday afternoon. “We’re looking to him for leadership. We need a little bit of improvement on the back and these kinds of trades don’t come every day. We had to give up youth to get a veteran.”

The Saturday home game against Trail was postponed due to the storm whipping

the West Coast that forced BC Ferries to cancel several routes. The Smoke Eaters had been enroute from Powell River where they defeated the Kings 4–2 on Friday.

On Monday, the Bulldogs picked up Rhett Willcox from the Cowichan Valley Capitals in exchange for future considerations.

SCENE HEARD&SONJA DRINKWATER’S

That time of year• Th is is the time of the year for Santa visits and they are not only for children and seen at Shar-Kare recently when photogra-pher Rina Parmar took photos of everything from ponies, to chickens. Th e money made goes to the local SPCA and Parmar donates her time and talent each year. She was also at Bosley’s this year.

• Th e Echo Sunshine Club Quil-ters have been very busy making place mats for all of the Meals on Wheels recipients. Th ey do this every year and each mat is unique and made with love. Janet Bu-chanan of the Meals on Wheels would love to have more volun-teers. If you can spare an hour a day please give her a call at 250-724-9808.

• It’s the season for Staff parties, and the Alberni District CO-OP is no exception. All staff were asked to don their best onesie and come party at Cherry Creek Hall.

Sonya Drinkwater has her eye on the local social scene and she welcomes your input. Let her know of any celebrations you’d like to share with our community.

SONJA DRINKWATERCall [email protected]

The Echo Sunshine Club Quilters with Meals on Wheels coordinator Janet Buchanan, bottom right.

Submitted photo

Above, Santa isn’t only for children, at Shar- Kare he had many different critters including this Rooster and 2 Chickens, “Bant, Frizzle and Cola”.

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Above, Santa isn’t only for children, at Shar- Kare he had manydifferent critters including this Rooster and 2 Chickens, “Bant,

Diena Tyne was the Grinch and she couldn’t help but steal this little Santa, Ryder Downton, 6 months.


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THURSDAY: A roundup of pre-

Christmas events.ARTS THE

Anderson brings Christmas to Char’s

Beth Marie Anderson has cut three albums in Nashville and several of her songs have been recorded by other artists. She comes to Char’s Landing for a Christmas concert on Saturday, Dec. 19.

Country and jazz recording artist Beth Marie Anderson returns to Char’s Landing on Saturday, Dec. 19, this time with her Island Christmas Concert tour.

This year has been a whirlwind full of opportunity for this young singer-songwriter from Vancouver

Island. Anderson’s song Sunday Shoes was the lead radio single for Canadian artist, Alessia Cohle, Anderson received FACTOR funding to record music in the spring, and was again selected as an Emerging Artist at the CMA Fan Fair in Nashville this past June.

Anderson had a busy summer showcasing at the SML Songwriting Festival in Virginia, recording and releasing her third studio album in Nashville, and writing songs for her upcoming Christmas Album, set to release in Winter 2016.

Her latest adventure

is her 16 date Christmas Tour of Vancouver Island alongside the release of her radio Christmas Single, The First Noel.

Anderson will be joined by Darcy Phillips, a pianist, composer, and producer located in Victoria.

Tickets to hear Anderson and Phillips are $15 ($13 in advance) and are available at Char’s Landing and Finishing Touches or call (778) 421-2427 to purchase via credit card.

Char’s Landing is located at 4815 Argyle St. at Fifth Avenue in the white church building.

From / A5My mother travelled

from coast to coast to attend Halifax’s pride parade with my nephew and the teenager in July; and all of us have learned so much about transgenderism from a very personal view.

My Wednesday last week was steeped in the teen vernacular as I accompanied the youngest to a Twenty one Pilots concert in Vancouver. She had been counting the days from about 200 down to the concert, after phoning me one day nearly a year ago asking if I would take her to the concert as her mom didn’t really want to go.

The band—which is really two guys from Columbus, Ohio, neither one of them pilots—put on a great show and it turns out I like their music. The best part about the concert, though, was watching the teenager enjoy her first-ever concert. So different from the concerts I used to attend when I was a little older than her: we used to raise Bic lighters and wave them in the air. Now, kids raise their smart phones and wave them in the air while recording every little

part of the concert.For a short person,

it makes watching the concert challenging, especially from the middle of the standing pit of humanity in

front of the stage.The things I will do

for the Family Zoo.

Susan Quinn is the Alberni Valley News editor and the cool aunt.

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The Blue Marlin Inn would like to thank the following for their participation in our 2nd Annual Great Sail Past and their generosity for making this such a successful event. The boaters who all decorated in the rain and gave it their very best. All the boats were beautiful!

THEY ARE AS FOLLOWS:The Marty McMillan family, FIRST PRIZE, Hupacasath First Nations, Marty Stacesmith Dave Turner 3RD PRIZE, Bob Cole, Lance Dobosz 2ND PRIZE, Steve & Bruce Kendall, Craig Filipchuk, Carly Mcleman, Sid Schmidt, Ron Kyle & Mike Carter, Al Daneliuk, Pete Tabler ( Royal Marine Search & Rescue), Orest Iwasko and Larry Mckenzie with the Mars Rustler who allowed us to use his barge for the Fireworks Show.

The City of Port Alberni for their funding towards the fantastic Fireworks Show. The Harbour Quay Merchants, the AW Neill School Choir and Band, Ty Watson House, the Salvation Army, the Search & Rescue who are always there to protect. A special thanks to Dave Turner from Port Boat House for marshaling the boats, lending us tents & Vh radios. Jolie McMullen, our emcee.

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CRAIG FILIPCHUK 250-720-6220

$449,900 - 5401 WESTPORT PLACE• One of the � nest built homes in Westport Place subdivision• Custom built 1900 sq.ft. rancher• 24x30 ft. detatched shop (carriage home)• 3 bedroom 3 bath

Mid-Island RealtyEach Offi ce Independently

owned and OperatedEach Offi ce Independently Mid-Island Realty

Each Offi ce Independently owned and Operated

Each Offi ce Independently

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NEW LISTING

6894 Island Hwy N, Nanaimo | (250) 390-1160

LOOK FABULOUS THIS HOLIDAY SEASON

Have glowing skin with a gentle illuminating peel - $49 Gives your skin a beautiful glow with no downtime!

Brighten your smile with Blu Light Teeth whitening - $99 (includes touch up pen)Receive a free Glo Voluminizing Mascara with the purchase of a Latisse - $125 for both

We treat: leg veins, skin tags, milia, nail fungus

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Chapel of Memories

Professionally serving your needs for now and for the future.

Please call.4005-6th Avenue, Port Alberni250-723-3633 • 250-723-3109

www.chapelofmemories.ca

email: [email protected]

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KLITSA DOORS (2012) LTDDAR IN KOZLOWSK I - OWNER

• INTERIOR & EXTERIOR DOORS• GARAGE DOORS• PHANTOM SCREENS• SALES, SERVICE AND INSTALLATIONOpen Mon.-Fri. 8am-4:30pmClosed Weekends & Holidays

5820 Mersey Road first right past Gill School250-724-4721 FAX: [email protected] www.klitsadoors.com

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CALL FOR YOUR APPOINTMENT TODAY 250-723-3307 at 6199 Smith Road PA

Certifi ed Holistic Health & Shiatsu Practitioner Diploma Program

FALL INTO RELAXATION AT WINDSONG$30 for a 1 hour Session • 4 Sessions for $100

A Career in Helping others to regain Health is Personally rewarding CHHP™!


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LORI KERR250.731.3511

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Secret Santa Promotion starts Dec. 1st - 23rd.You could be the winner

of your purchase!Call for more information.

Do you have a medical professional on your list? We have gift certi� cates!

ALL TYPES OF ROOFING

250-723-8375 Cell 250-720-7447

• 2 Ply Membrane System• WCB Insured

• 45 Years ExperienceA-6115 Karen Pl, Port Alberni

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4311 10th Ave | 250.723.HAIR (4247)

Hair & Nail Studio

• Cuts & Colours• Foils & Streaks• Perms & Styling

We Have Gift Certi� cates For That Perfect Gift& also many stocking stuffers!WALK-INS WELCOME | MEN & LADIES

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• Extentions• Gel Nails• Mani’s & Pedi’s

Shift Change

Now authorized distributor of Chef WorksShift Change is now an Authorized Distributor

for Chef Works Owner Laurie McMeekin is pleased to an-

nounce that she is now an authorized distributor for Chef Works Canada.

“We have from the back of the house to the front. Look to us to outfit your and your staff with top culinary apparel that’s affordable, durable, fashionable and modern!

Knowing how busy you are, we can come to you for all your ordering and delivery needs. Give us a call and let’s get you and your staff dressed for success!”

Shift Change still has a wonderful selection of scrubs, Terra Frog Active Wear, Algria shoes and medical accessories.

Perhaps you have a person on your gift list that works in the medical profession and is difficult to buy for, purchase a gift certificate.

Don’t forget our Secret Santa promotion. If you

come by and make a purchase it could be for FREE if it is the item that I have chosen for the day.

For more information either drop by or give me a call at 250-724-9770. We are located on the corner of 10th Avenue and Roger Street near Ozzies Cycle.

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Alberni Valley News, December 15, 2015