Category: Arts and Culture


Giant book sale started

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November 28, 2017

 

The local library has begun their book sale at the 1691 Garcia Street location. Coupons were available for one free item a day on the counters before the sale, and may still be found in the program guide or published in the local weekly paper The Merritt Herald. 

Some great hard cover books are available for 2 dollars  and there is a room full of paperbacks for a dollar a piece.

The book sale goes to Saturday December 9th with new items being unboxed daily.

On this Day: November 28th 1919
Lady Astor Elected to British Parliament.

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Book sale

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November 21, 2017

The whole world is published some where
The local public library in Merritt is having a book sale. items will be out on tables at the library. From November 28th-December 9th. ” New books every day”
There are coupons for one free item on the counters and they may be used to have on free item a day.
The Merritt Public Library is at 1691 Garcia street downtown Merritt BC. Open Tuesday through Saturday 10 PM to 5 PM and to 8PM Tuesday and Wednesday.

On this Day:  November  21st 1783

The first untethered hot air balloon flight is made by JF Paltrier de Rozier and FL d’ Arlandes in Paris France.

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TGiF- detailed hearings

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November 17, 2017

The Trans mountain expansion is starting hearings on property ownership effected by the twinning project from Edmonton on November 20th 2017.
The Hearings will be held in Alberta ” Detailed Route Hearings” and are run by the National Energy Board.
The starting point for the expansion is the Trans Mountain yard in Sherwood Park AB.

The National Energy Board will begin Detailed Route Hearings to determine whether we have proposed the best possible detailed route for the pipeline and the most appropriate methods and timing for building the pipeline. These hearings will provide an opportunity for landowners and those potentially affected by the Project to share their concerns about the proposed detailed route.

 

On this Day: November 17th 1979
The Brisbane electrified railway is established.

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A Christmas Carol New Version

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November 14, 2017

On this Day: November 15th 1922 the BBC begins broadcasting  radio in the UK.

 

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Works like a Dam

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November 1, 2017
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Smart meter installed in trailer court

The provincial hydro utility is giving a challenge to conserve power. To take part join the power smart team, save 10percent on hydro over a year and you are eligible for a 50 dollar prize.

 

Looking to save money on your electricity bills? Become a member of Team Power Smart and challenge yourself to reduce your home’s electricity use by 10% in the next year. If you’re successful, you can earn a $50 reward.

Along the way, we’ll provide helpful advice, tips and success stories from other team members to keep you motivated.

You’ll also have the opportunity to enter exclusive contests for a great chance to win prizes like an LED lighting package, programmable thermostat, and gift cards.

The not for profit utility is always having conservation initiatives.  And is required not to retain earning but deliver the efficiencies back to the rate payers by lower rates.

You will need an online account to participate.

On this Day: November 1st 1918

Western Ukraine becomes a separate country.

 

 

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Happy,safe Halloween

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October 31, 2017
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Protection display in CPO downtown
File Photo: KDG

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 Recommends trick or treat safety

Spook

Sunset will be at 5:41, a possibility of scattered showers. Be seen…

Photo source  downtown shop windows.

 

 

On this Day: October 31st 2011

The world human population makes 7 billion.

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Shoe Fabulous

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October 26, 2017

The Arts council and the Court house gallery are having a show with shoes starting November 3rd. The court house gallery has hosted many shows of diverse art: Here’s some file photo’s  for your enjoyment.

Prism artists
Sculpure as well as painting
More than homemakers in the modern age. File Photo KDG
Dr. and Mrs Edmonds Court house gallery show: Internet Identify. Art has healing effects. File photo KDG Photo KDG
Two local Docs
Art is contemporary and impressionist.
Artist and fans enjoy opening
KIm of the VVA
North West Coast Art Mask File Photo KDG
Art show ,at Court House Gallery features First nations art File Photo KDG
Unicorn story only non pagan story about bronzeas at courthouse gallery
Art gallery has a bronze display.***** excellent Also Alex Edmonds shows her paintings from her masters degree.
card art
Cathy s students work
High School Art show at Court House Gallery File photo KDG

 

Artist reception is on November 3rd  4pm -7pm

 
On this Day: October 26th 1861

The pony express service is discontinued.

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Garden club

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October 25, 2017

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There is a Nicola Valley Garden club here in Merritt, membership 15 dollars, a year and they are having a meeting on Wednesday November 1st at 7PM. Room 4 Merritt civic center, with a speaker presenting on cedar.

Merritt has over a hundred days annually with more then 0.2mm of precipitation. It is 605 meters in elevation, with over 2000 hrs of sunshine per anum. An average of 250 frost free days.

On this Day: October  25 1854

The charge of the light brigade,the battle of Balaclava, in the Crimean war.

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Pipeline progress

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October 19, 2017
Drill for dewatering

Drilling equipment for dewatering
Photo KDG

On This Day: October 19th  1900

Black Body radiation is discovered.

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Red Cross funding programs

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October 18, 2017
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GB Armstrong 100th year Merritt homecoming play File Photo KDG

 

 

Today the BC Government announced a plan to support the condition of the fire effected! The program through  the Red Cross, a partnership, is to help after a prolonged state of emergency this summer.

As communities begin to recover from one of the worst summers on record for forest fires, the Canadian Red Cross encourages local governments and other organizations in the fire-affected communities to apply for funding through the Community Partnerships Program to help with recovery and rebuilding.

Local governments, First Nations bands, schools and community organizations all help build community, help each other through crises, and rebuild community – whether it’s structures or spirit.

Funding from the Red Cross Community Partnerships Program could help create projects such as welcome back gatherings, traditional Indigenous ceremonies, safe spaces and play activities for children, increased counselling services, etc. Source UBCM

 

You never no if you don’t apply …redcross.ca or email BCCommunityPartnerships@redcross.ca

On this Day: October 18th 1954
The first transistor radio is developed.
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TGIF-Maudie

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October 13, 2017

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Maudie is the international film being presented by the Nicola Valley Film Society at the local community college NVIT, top of the hill Belshaw avenue.
Start time is 7PM 5 dollar admission on a 2 dollar membership, season pass holders come early to get your seats. No food or drink in the theater.
On this Day: October 13th 1773
Editors Note: last seasons people’s choice was “The Man Who Knew Infinity”
The whirlpool galaxy, Messier 51a is discovered.

 

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2017 Pacific Forest Rally Merritt BC

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October 12, 2017
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Rally cars on display before the run. file photo KDG

Canadain Rally Championship presented by Subaru Canada, In Merritt BC, CA

The 2017 edition of the Pacific Forest Rally is on this weekend in Merritt, at this writing rally cars are in town and getting reafy for the weekends event.

The cars are in Spirit Square, Quilchena avenue Friday for viewing before the official starting at 4:30 PM.

At the beginning of August, we sent a notice to all CARS license holders that we were considering re-scheduling the rally 2 weeks later, because of the ongoing wildfire situation in BC’s forests, and committed to making the final decision by Labour Day. While it is still possible that the fire danger will abate before the originally scheduled date, we have decided to make the call now, in order to give participants, volunteers and fans as much time as possible to re-arrange their plans. So, PFR will now take place on October 13-14, with recce October 12-13. Official regs with the new date and schedule will be coming soon. Thanks for everyone’s patience, and let’s have a fun event and not burn down the forest in the process!
 Source PFR

On this Day: October 12th 1971

A 2500 year anniversary of the Persian empire is held to October 16th.

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