file photo KDG
On Holidays please enjoy this day in History while we are away.
( super Moon coming January 2nd…)
On this Day: December 27th 1977
Star Wars opens in London England.
Category: Arts and Culture
broken sign no contract…. File Photo KDG
The price of gasoline is down at the Corner of Nicola and Highway 5A, that’s 4 cents from earlier in the week, 9 cents over the provincial low at Costco in Prince George.
The country average is $1. 15.9, trending by 11 cents this week, from last years average in August.
On this Day: December 21st 1923
Nepal and the UK become friends by treaty.
International tea day was first observed in 2005 and is an effort to promote the tea trade including prices. The event falls on December 15th and is important to the countries that produce tea as well as many tea lovers around the world.
On this Day: December 15th 2005
The first International Tea day is observed and promoted.
The local arts council are having an artisan sale at the local court house gallery in Merritt. The show runs to January 13th,at 1840 Nicola Avenue in Merritt, showing times are Thursday through Saturday noon to six pm.
About the Nicola Valley Community Arts Council
Now in our 35th year, the NVCAC has provided an array of programs and activities for residents
of Merritt and the Nicola Valley including the Community Concert Series, Art in the Park and the
Courthouse Art Gallery. Our Art Gallery is located at 1840 Nicola Ave and is open every
Thursday to Saturday noon – 6pm. The upcoming Gallery Show is the 11th Annual Community
Art Show starting February 24th to March 18th. Source NVAC.
On this Day: December 14th 1962
The world’s first spacecraft by Venus.
Mallards on Nicola File Photo KDG
The local Merritt Naturalists are having their annual bird count and identification of species this coming Saturday.
Data collected is shared for such things as global warming and conservation.
Merritt Christmas Bird Count – Saturday December 16th, 2017. If you are interested in participating send an e-mail to nicolanaturalists@gmail.ca For information on our 2016 count click here: 2016 Merritt CBC
On this Day: December 12th 2000
The Bush Gore decision is handed down.
Bright Red Book exchange 33 locations around Merritt File Photo KDG
The public library in Merritt is ending its Gigantic Book Sale at the Library on Saturday the ninth of January at 5 PM closing. Books are being offered in bags for dollars as a special. The bags and some boxes have been marked by category ie: romance.
There are also 33 locations for book exchange around Merritt run by Literacy Merritt. Locations are available at the downtown Community Policing Station.
On this Day: December 8th 2010
A solar sail spacecraft from japan passes the planet Venus.
Artist and fans enjoy a show.
Local Artisans at the Gallery File photo KDG
The Old Court House Gallery in Merritt has an artisan showing to December 13th 2017 at its 1840 Nicola avenue location.
Members of the NVAC, Artists and Crafters in the valley, will be displaying their wares for the whole month of December and part of January.
Look for soaps and creams, honey, weavings, jewelry, stained glass, decorated gourds, upcycled clothes,art cards, and more…
The hours of the gallery are noon to six Thursdays through Saturdays. nicolavaleyartsgallery@gmail.com
On this Day: December 5th 63 BC
Cicero gives his last of the Catiline Orations.
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.
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.
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.
On this Day: November 15th 1922 the BBC begins broadcasting radio in the UK.
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.
Kevin Griffiths
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