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December night sky…

Look up at the universe,

Merritt BC Black Friday Parade

Merritt BC Black Friday Parade

Every year, the vibrant town of Merritt in British Columbia, Canada, hosts an exciting Black Friday Parade that brings the community together and marks the beginning of the holiday season. This well-loved event showcases the town’s lively spirit and offers a delightful experience for both locals and visitors.

The Merritt BC Black Friday Parade is a spectacle of color, creativity, and cheer. It features beautifully decorated floats, marching bands, dance troupes, and various community groups proudly showcasing their unique contributions. Local businesses and organizations participate in the parade, adding to the festive atmosphere and offering special promotions and discounts for eager shoppers.

The parade route winds through the charming streets of Merritt, allowing spectators to find a cozy spot along the sidewalks to enjoy the procession. Families gather with their children, bundled up in warm winter clothes, eager to see the dazzling displays and catch a glimpse of Santa Claus himself.

As the parade makes its way through the town, festive music fills the air, and the joyful energy is contagious. Spectators are often treated to candy and small gifts tossed from the floats, creating a sense of excitement wherever the parade passes.

Beyond the joyful spectacle, the Merritt BC Black Friday Parade also serves as a reminder of the importance of supporting local businesses. It encourages residents to shop locally, highlighting the diverse range of products and services available within their own community.

Whether you are a nolocal or a visitor, the Merritt BC Black Friday Parade is a must-see event that captures the festive spirit and brings people together for a day of celebration. Mark your calendars and join in the excitement as Merritt kicks off the holiday season with this enchanting parade.

Seven PM Start

The City of Merritt British Columbia at its Black Friday parade last night, November 24th 2023.

The parade started from Voght Park at 7:00 p.m. in dark conditions headed towards the center of town looped around the radio station building and continued back towards the West on Quilchena avenue. Dispersing in the area of the United Church.

The floats included the iconic concrete and lights number 13 door guards ready mix cement truck. Numbers of groups, businesses, and organizations.

The Grinch was there and his little green car was being towed by another float.

Numbers of children,dancers, walking greeters made for a lively progression.

The MLA had a decorated pickup truck in tune with the ruralness of her constituency. Jackie Tegart has been MLA here since May 2013 she has stated that she intends to run in the 2024 election.

Dark and Dreamy,NVCAC

Art is the hope that things can communicate 💓 with enjoyment and praise.KDG

Today

Today at 5 PM special reception, 2051 Voght street Merritt BC.

Community art show.

From 5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.some really good work…

First Last, Last First, or is that the Firth of Forth…

Those cultures are out there,,

Blessed place

Be a limited public figure

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Reporters are no, Columnists are public figures:

A fairly high threshold of public activity is necessary to elevate people to public figure status. Typically, they must either be:

a public figure, either a public official or any other person pervasively involved in public affairs, or
a limited purpose public figure, meaning those who have “thrust themselves to the forefront of particular public controversies in order to influence the resolution of the issues involved.” A “particularized determination” is required to decide whether a person is a limited purpose public figure, which can be variously interpreted:[2]

A person can become an “involuntary public figure” as the result of publicity, even though that person did not want or invite the public attention. For example, people accused of high profile crimes may be unable to pursue actions for defamation even after their innocence is established…

A person can also become a “limited public figure” by engaging in actions which generate publicity within a narrow area of interest. For example, [jokes about]… Terry Rakolta [an activist who spearheaded a boycott of the show Married With Children] were fair comments… within the confines of her public conduct [and] protected by Ms. Rakolta’s status as a “limited public figure”.

Sourced

A public figure can push the envelope on what that person is entitled to say in the fray and what is said in respect to positions they have. These are open for more privacy concerns for activies, and can become dogged.

Merritt Centennials,

Dateline Merritt

Local junior hockey team on aroll…

The Merritt Centennials,junior hockey team has won it’s last three games. The team has

The Merritt Centennials hockey team is a local junior team that has been making waves in their recent games. With their impressive winning streak of three games, they are showing great skill and determination on the ice. The team is composed of dedicated players who are determined to bring victories to their community. Their hard work and teamwork are evident in their games, and they continue to strive for success in every match. Keep an eye on the Merritt Centennials as they continue to make their mark in the world of junior hockey. Stay tuned for more exciting updates from this talented team!

Link

For more about the Merritt team, go to our homepage. Merritt Centennials.

Farmers market

October 7th 9:30 AM to 1 PM 2100 Block Quilchena Ave, last market for 2023.

Don’t be Pumpkin shy

The environment gets some relief from trucking food after growing by those that care to do some local initiative. The Nicola Valley Farmers Market, had a very successful year last year as they moved to the Arena parking lot on Voght and Merritt avenue, the proximity of shade trees and a more welcoming presence from a treed backdrop of the Baillie House Downtown Info Center made a comfortable and relaxed venue to present produce and artisan products for sale. The market operates Saturdays to early afternoon.

The season is coming to and end, with Thanksgiving on the horizon and it will be a good thing to see the industry of this assocation at it again.

BC Hydro Quick Chargers…

Quick chargers,BC Hydro at this writing BC Hydro is having installed two new Quick Chargers in the Space generally occupied by the Farmers market on Saturdays. The curling rink parking lot shares this space and has recently had 100 thousand K + face lift. this looks good for next seasons farmers market and bears well for the curling club which will enjoy the winter season, with two operating quick chargers we Hope. A construction fence remains at this 4 October writing so  get the BC Hydro app a check for availability in the coming ( we hope short time) 

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Bennu come home…

My name is in the chip on the osiris-rex spacecraft that is bringing you samples. Source

That’s amazing! Being able to have your name onboard the OSIRIS-REx spacecraft, which was headed to the Bennu asteroid, is a unique and exciting opportunity. This mission aims to collect valuable samples from the asteroid and bring them back to Earth for further study. Your name being on the chip is like leaving a small part of yourself in space exploration history. It’s a symbolic way to show your support and participation in this scientific endeavor. Thank you for sharing this with me!

Editors note:

The space craft osiris-rex after it left menu it is off to another asteroid in our so we look forward to hearing from it again and I hope they spelled my name right.

The asteroid venom will come very close to the Earth in less than 200 years and may make the asteroid is made of mostly hydrogen and loose particles not like most meteorites that make it to our systems which is all all that is left is iron or something else that’s a heavy element that can survive the burn up that occurs from entry.

September sky

The moon will be full on the 29th….

The night sky this fall has the full moon on the 29th, that will be late for us here above 600 meters,it means a few more days of frost free plants.

Greetings! Here’s an overview of the September night sky in 2023:

During September 2023, stargazers and astronomy enthusiasts can expect to observe various celestial events and phenomena. Here are a few notable highlights:

  1. Full Moon(s): The Full Moon in September 2023 will occur on the 6th and the 29th. The Full Moon on the 29th will be particularly significant, as mentioned in your previous message.
  2. Planetary Observations: Observing the planets is always an exciting activity. In September 2023, you can look out for Jupiter, Saturn, and Mars, among others. Their positions may change throughout the month, so it’s worth consulting a stargazing app or website for more specific information based on your location.
  3. Meteor Showers: September features a few meteor showers. The most prominent one is the Draconids, peaking around October 8th. Although the Draconids are usually a modest shower, they occasionally produce higher activity levels, offering the potential for some shooting stars.
  4. Constellations: Look up to the night sky, and you’ll be greeted by various constellations. In the Northern Hemisphere, you can spot constellations such as Pegasus, Andromeda, Cassiopeia, and Cygnus. In the Southern Hemisphere, you’ll have a chance to observe constellations like Orion, Canis Major, and Crux.

Remember to find a dark sky location away from city lights for the best stargazing experience. Enjoy exploring the wonders of the September night sky in 2023!

Editors note: One full moon in September.

The reported 6th of September full moon is spurious. There 28 day between full moon the last one was on August 31st it will be a full harvest moon at 2:57 AM PDT.

Time change is aways off this year its in the first week of November.

Link: Beijing festival👀👀 🌛🌛

Asteroid lights up SA sky…

Over Argentina

Light makes night into day…
Good viewing

Asteroids become, meteorites, then space dust or remaining metals after burning in the atmosphere.

Enjoy the show…

File or rile, vintage photos…

Daily writing prompt
Was today typical?

Digital Pictures

Have you ever come across a reminder of an old event or relationship and wished you had kept a record of the thing?

File your photos now we recommend jump drives large external hard drives will fail at some point so back the memories up in jump drives or better still get some printed as all digital mediums will lose quality over time.

Don’t be riled by this, the Mona lisa wasn’t she still has her smile.😊👀

Ai’s view

Digital storage

devices are essential for storing and preserving our valuable data, including photos, videos, documents, and more. While external hard drives and jump drives (also known as USB flash drives) are popular choices for digital storage, it’s important to consider their limitations.

External hard drives provide ample storage space and are convenient for backing up large amounts of data. However, they are mechanical devices that may eventually fail due to wear and tear or other factors. It’s a good practice to regularly check the health of your hard drives and have a backup plan in place.

Jump drives, on the other hand, are small and portable, making them ideal for transferring and storing files. They are more resilient to physical damage since they don’t have moving parts. However, like any electronic device, they can still be susceptible to data corruption or accidental loss.

Remember that all digital mediums, including hard drives, jump drives, and other storage devices, are subject to quality degradation over time. It’s important to regularly make backups and consider additional ways to preserve important memories.

If you’re concerned about long-term preservation, it’s advisable to consider additional backup strategies such as cloud storage or physical printing of photos. Cloud storage offers the advantage of offsite data storage and can be accessed from multiple devices. Printing your photos ensures that you have a tangible copy, which can be enjoyed even if digital copies are lost or inaccessible.

In conclusion, while digital storage devices like external hard drives and jump drives are valuable for storing and organizing data, it’s crucial to have a comprehensive backup plan that includes multiple storage options and regular maintenance.