OXY The Castlegar Sun Wednesday, May 4, 1994 di like to he a guest columnist for ase contact Sharlene at 365-5579. AND ELECTRICAL CONTRACTING NEEDS. VALLEY SERVICES LTD. 6585 Industrial Park Road, Grand Forks (next to CanPar Industries’ office) 442-2714 SERVING YOUR PLUMBING, HEATING community pride for the future. However, during the construction there wilt be i you i requested. During the construction, pedestrians and drivers are urged to be very in the zones. B: in the construction areas will be accessible by the public but please be careful. The construction zones will be as follows: AREA I: DOWNTOWN REVITALIZATION The City of Castlegar and the Downtown are working tog to build a new downtown that will be a source of and rp is PHASE ! 4th Street - Start April 17th - Road closure until May Sth = 19 days 11th Avenue - 4th Street to 3rd Street - Start May 8th - Road closure until May 23rd = 16 days 44th Avenue --3rd Street to. 2nd Street - Start May 29th - Road closure until June 13th = 16 days 2nd Street - Start June 19th - Road closure until July 4th = 16 days PHASE tt 4th Street - Road closure - July 3rd to July 7th = 5 days Lith Avette=atr Street to Sr Street «= - ROSA EMSue™ IUly 10th to July 4th = 5 Mays 11th Avenue - 3rd Street to 2nd Street - Road closure - July 17th to July 21st = 5 days Sveet - Road closure - July 24th to July 28th = 5 days ESTIMATED SUBSTANTIAL COMPLETION - JULY 28/94 Thank you for your co-operation. The finished product will have been worth the wait. Core eee HSS HSSHSOHSSHSHHHHHHEHHEHHED The sights and sounds of Victoria Daffy Down Dilly 1s come up to town Ina yellow petticoat and a green gown Anon Associations and images are the branches, twigs and fruits on the tree of living. Victoria and it’s parks in spring are the twigs and ‘branches; the profusion of flowers, particularly the daf- fodils, are some of its fruits. Our capital city while no longer the quiet, bucolic corner of old England, haven of eccentrics, that it once was, still has a flavour which persists in its obvious love affair with histo- ry and closeness to nature. In spite of the ugly mushroom of condos and apartments, in spite of the intrusive roads and spreading commercialism, Victo- ria is still predominantly the place of trees and flowers, rocks and sea that I remember from the time when I first saw it over sev- enty years ago. And there is still the constant breeze even when the legislature is not in session, to moderate the climate and blow away the mosquitoes and the odors. In fact, Victoria's climate is so mild that, as one chatty taxi driver said to me, “I'm from Ontario where we really know what snow is Here they have snow one day a year and then it's gone. But, if you're wise you'll spend that one day in bed. Last year they had their one day of snow and $5,000,000.00 ICBC claims. On the other hand, the flowers, both in variety and abundance, are incredible. The daffodils are an example. Despite the turmoil of excavation and construction every- = Romania where, the daffodils warm every embankment, every yard, light up the dark places in the many woods, spring up in lawns and parks in gay abandon and blanket entire fields in glowing yellow, Beacon Hill Park di front yards and roadsides, mute reminders of the island's more ancient and fiery origins. And in the spaces between the trees or beyond a distant headland lies the green-gray sea. And for those of us who were born with the smell of the salt tang and the ocean, it represents and opportunity to readjust our own internal tides and become restored once again. Another—and quite P Please don't say that you weren't warned. One final association with Vic- tor—Victoria bus drivers. Per- haps it's the climate, or the flowers, or just Victoria, but they are a different breed of men, less cynical, less world-weary, more sociable. In consequence I have a small store of bus drive anec- dotes. Now I have another. I was on my way by bus to the ed—restorative was a visit to the new (to me) children's petting z00 in Beacon Hill. Wordsworth's famous Lake Country in daffodils and the Butchart Gardens is a host to a dozen different varieties, Nor are they alone in their glory. Masses of sweet, piquant- scented creamy narcissi and pur- plish-blue hyacinth join them in the more formal borders, together with flaming beds of tulips, mod- est purple pansies, perky little daisies and many, many others that not even Bunny could put a name to. Even some of the roses were putting out leaves and forming early bulbs. The flowering trees and shrubs, too, are out in endless clouds of white, pink and violet- hued splendor. Japanese cherry blossoms line every tree and grow to giant size in the older parks, flowering ornamental plum shower the ground in a snow of white and the rhododen- drons and magnolias are jewels of rich pink petals. And, by way of a reminder of the island's indigenos origin, ly supp by volun- tary donations it contains nanny- goats, ewes, exotic poultry, lambs, kids, a large pot-bellied pig with her seven piglets, sever- al peacocks in their iridescent dral on Friday asked the driver about the best place to get off. There then ensued a brief debate on the subject between the driver and a near, but shabbily dressed man. When my leaving was scitled, the two of them got into-a discussion of the passen- ger's earlier drinking problem and his di and the hg suits, a a loaf of bread and other assorted fauna.| Though allegedly a zoo for children at least half of the visitors were adults no less eager than the children to stroke, pet and admire the antics of the small creatures. Thad forgotten what a pleasure it is to watch the gamboling of young lambs, the skipping and unrestrained joy in living of the tiny kids, racing and playing like children at tag, ‘king of the cas- tle’, hide and seek, with short visits to mother for a quick snack. We have paid a heavy price for the move from the country to the city life. The peacocks, of course, open- ly sneered at us when they saw that we had forgotten our camera, but put on a magnificent display, I understand, when a properly inped audi do driver noted with approval: “I see you're wearing socks today.” “Clean too,” breamed the shabby one with a toothless smile and got off at his destination. “He used to get on when he was totally plastered,” continued the driver to me. “One morning he got on, higher than usual. It had been a busy night and he had picked up a small portable radio in the process and it was giving him a lot of trouble. I said to him: “I'll give you ten.” and a guy halfway down yelled: “fifteen”. “*Sold’, my drunk yelled back. He got off at the next stop, count- ing his money, ready for another toot. One day (and he grinned) it'll probably be those socks.” Flowers come to Victoria in the spring, but the bus drivers are a moss covered ps of grey granite push up through lawns, quipp PP the scene a few minutes later. source of p . echoes of a simpler time. Continued from 58 and agencies who worked together in this act of practical . love. The clothing was sorted and ANTIQUES Come tx ard browee among: Creasaree of the past 301 - 11th Ave. (Tulips Building) 365-5191 @eseeeoee OO Se Seee eee see eee Kootenay Country Western Dancers presents: THE WORLD OF THE LONG DANCE LINE DANCE As part of Sunfest 1994 Saturday, June 4, 1994 Come and join us in our “Longest Line Dance” ”- No registration fee Dance the: Southside Shuffle, Sundance & Slapleather TIME AND PLACE TO BE ANNOUNCED Please sign our guest book and be counted in our “Longest Line Dance” and ‘if you can: Polka, Charleston, Jazz, Ballet, Swing, 2-Step, Line, Waltz, Ukranian Dance, Maypole etc., or if you can dance any kind of dance, strut your stuff at “The World of Dance” during Castlegar Sunfest 1994. The dancers may be single or groups; any age groups or mixed ages. Each performance may last from 3 - WE NEED YOU! Watch for registration form SS li, ZB Sponsored by: The Casti¢gar Sun Zs ee @% @ @ & ¢ 8 10 minutes long. e 6 a|% & ee a ¢ eeeeesveoeee7ee e282 @ eee A .~ boxed in the foyer at the Castle- gar Recreation Complex under the supervision of Fran and Pat Metge with help from friends. The graduating class of 1994 also assisted-in packing goods, as well as raising some funds for shipping costs. of arrester pallets from Bruce and Sherri Halstead of Nelson, who, after seeing the great need while adopting a child from Romania, formed CARO Enterprises, to ing a child from Romania. ‘We appreciate their providing room for our gift in their 40- foot container of supplies for orphanages in Constanta. develop trade and Canada, thereby providing help fora bly also help this cause. The boxes were loaded on pallets by Bob and.-Betty Sahlstrom, with help from John Kazakoff of Purnel Distribu- tors, at their business in the Industrial Park. The shipment of three pallet loads from Castlegar joined two Our gift will go to the relief mission of Dave and Phyllis Rathjen in Ploiesti. Casthegar residents may ber the-Shaw Cable votrade wilh®e yt and glass wears in B.C.. At Global Relief in Abbots- ford, our clothing aid joined a container shipment from Roma- ian Orphan and Aid Relief rom Port McNeil, B.C.. This relief work was started by Nancy Tucker after they saw the desperate need while adopt- r interview with Dave Rathjen last fall, during the food drive. _. A follow-up video by Shaw Cable is planned. Bob and Betty Sahlstrom are preparing to visit the aid mission in Ploiesti at the end of the May. A further news update will be made upon their return. The ABC's of seeds eeds may look lifeless, but they are merely resting before their performance. When you give them moisture, warmth and air, they will begin to sprout. Seeds must have all three ingredients to grow. After the seed is planted and allowed some time to absorb water and soften its coat, it will sprout. Using food stored inside itself, it will send out a shoot which will form roots that seek out food and minerals from the soil. Soon a portion of the shoot will grow upwards, break through the soil, and spread its single or twin seed leaves to begin creating its own nourishment from otLicr tal/iC, Manufacturing Quality Resid “Custom Work Our Specialty” + Kitc + Refacing e + Design Service Coliect Calis Welcome IC cial: + Kitchen Cabinets + Vanities + Counter Tops + Office Furniture + Counter Top ovations Repairs + Free Delivery Wednesday, May 4, 1994 The C legar Sun As children reach school age, most learn a sad lesson: those with beauty, good grades, the best clothes and/or social status seem to be treated as more valu- find themselves questioning their worth. It's:a parent's task to teach the equal worth of every child: thet she is loved just because she is! Home is where this message can best be taught. Make it a safe place, free from ridicule and harsh words. Here's a way to let your children know how special you feel they are: 1. Tell them special people are coming to dinner, Castlegar Air Cadets want your bottles Submitted Wondering what to do_with all the bottles that have cluttefed_ your home? Are you spring cleaning? How would you like someone to come to your home and per- sonally cart all your empty bot- tles aw: Residents of Castlegar and area will get that chance when the 581 Squadron of the Royal Canadian Air Cadets hold a you door sometime between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. to collect bottles and cans. If you're going to be away during these times, bottles and cans can be droppéd ‘off at the Kinnaird Hall parking ‘lot that Money raised from this event will purchase air flying time for the young cadets. 2. After they've dressed for company, ask them to hide in their rooms until the company comes. 3, Set the table with some can- dies, flowers, the ‘good dishes’ and their favorite meal. 4. Have paper crowns ready at their plates with their name on them: i.e, “King Paul” or “Queen Sarah. 5, When all is ready, call them and tell them the company is here. When they ask “Where are they?” tell them, “You are the guests of honor.” Treat them like royalty that evening. End with a special hug and kiss at bedtime. Children need to know that they matter very much to their parents - not because they have a special talent or skill or because they're attractive or mannerly. They need to feel unconditional- ly accepted for who they are. How children act, learn, relate to others, work and play are all strongly influenced by their view. of themselves, Parents can help build their children’s confidence by creating an emotionally supportive home atmosphere, This includes telling young children often that they aré capa- ble, special and loved. It is important for parents to act in a loving manmer, even when a child's b i disap- Try to recognize the effort a child is putting into a task, not just the outcome Parents can show acceptance of a child's often-imperfect efforts while at the same time expressing confidence in their strengths and ability to improve. Phrases such as, “You're such a good worker” or “I like the way you...” or “You do so well” all help encourage confi- dence in your child On the other hand, comments like “It's about time,” or “See what you can do when you really try?” are often taken by children as Negative and discouraging points them. Kids who believe in them- selves are far more likely to expect and therefore experience future successes. Likewise, children who Jack self-confidence often see them- selves as powerless to improve and are subsequently less likely to try and succeed. Lam to grace opening of Castlegar jail Saturday, May 7 will be a busy day for the Castlegar and District Heritage Society. The moving and relocation/restora- tion of the old British Columbia Provincial Police Station (Castlegar’s first jail), one of the major accomplishments of the Society under Past President John Coyle, has finally been completed, The grand opening will be held at 10 a.m. at the C.P. Rail Station Museum. Lieutenant- Governor The Right Honourable David Lam and Mrs. Dorothy Lam have graciously consented to participate in the ceremonies along with other local digni- taries, representatives of Kaymr Construction, Smith Brothers Wilson and others who con- tributed so generously to the move. The Lieutenant-Governor and Mrs. Lam will also be viewing ‘their tree’ on Zuckerberg Island, planted during their 1989 visit to Castlegar, as well as touring the island and chapel house. Those who had the privi- lege of meeting B.C.’s ‘royal couple* are vociferous in prais- ing their warmth and the dignity which accompanies any event graced by their presences. A special thank you to Jack ers for issuing the invita- tjon and-organizing the vice- egal Heritage portion of the tour and to Deb McIntosh for putting it all together. A craft and bake sale will also be held that day—same time, same station—and the Castlegar Library is celebrating their 20th birthday (since the amalgama- tion in 1974) from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the library. There will be readings by members of the Writer's Guild, children’s stories, and a cake cutting throughout the day plus the raffle of items donated with proceeds going towards the library's automation fund. Call the station at 365-6440, or the library at 365-6611 for more details on these events and please show your support by (City Centre Mall) For information call Bev at With a little attention to the task, parents can send the mes- sage of unconditional love to their children clearly and often. Everyday life is full of nities to treat children with respect, offer praise and show acceptance of them just the way they are. For more ideas on building strong families, look for this column distributed by the B.C. Council for the Family. The series, Take A Break With Your Kids was developed with funding from the Ohio Chil- dren's Trust Fund and copy- righted by The Ohio State University. Robson Pool For adults interested in improving Call Sandy Donohue at 365-7084 Curious about giving Masters a try? Drop-in May 9 - 12 © 7:38 pm Thousands of people are injured e more thara billion dollars in 1993 ICBC Road Sense programs are w vehicles and roads and reducing fraud. 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