To the seasons of life
The sun west of Merritt, Red from smoke..
Photo KDG
Smoke was back to the Nicola Valley on the weekend however overnight lows were 9 degrees C, with 1 degree dew point. Rain is expected here on Thursday.
On this Day: July 18th 1992
The first photograph is published on the World Wide Web.
Merritt BC incorporation
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The local country jammers are having a Coffee House at the Canadian Country Music Hall of Fame in Merritt Saturday.
Featuring Robert Bertrand a retired music ion from Nova Scotia, and local strummers Denise and Al. The invite is by donation.
The Canadian Country Music hall of Fame is located at 2025 Quilchena Avenue in Merritt the Jam is from & to 10 PM.
The Hall is located in the historic building of Merritt Pioneers GB Armstrong who operated a Department store there in the early 20th century and is still owned by a descendent George Armstrong of Nicola Lake.
On this Day: July 14th 1960
Jane Goodall begins her study of chimps at the Gombe Stream reserve..
Music fest back
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The next big music event here is The annual rocking on the River festival coming the weekend of August 3rd to 6th. The annual country music get down will see Aaron Pritchard and Crystal Shawanda iand others in the line up.
On this Day: July 13th 100 BC
Julius Caesar born…
Moon over Bass Coast festival in Merritt
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Some sources say the festival on the weekend was successful. The event ended yesterday late afternoon and was the 9th annual.
A worker said that the full moon was so bright that he did not need his flashlight.
On this Day : July 11 th 1893
The first cultured pearl is obtained by one of Japan’s eventual top 10 inventors, Mikimoto Kokichi.
Have a great weekend save power by gong to the beach
The beaches in British Columbia are guaranteed to satisfy every type of beach lover. Kayaking, surfing and sailing are all popular on the shores of the Salish Sea. These activities are all accessible to residents of BC’s largest city, Vancouver. BC hosts many breathtaking ocean beaches on its mainland as well as its islands (Vancouver Island, Gulf Islands, Haida Gwaii). From long sandy beaches to aquamarine waters, some areas of this province can make you feel like you are on holiday in the tropics.
There are many warm freshwater lakes in inland BC. These lakes feature stunning scenery and are perfect for recreational water use. Both sandy and rocky beaches can be found. You’ll find breathtaking views of BC’s mountainous regions, including the Canadian Rockies and Coast Mountains.
Water temperatures can be cool in the ocean and the province’s northern lakes. Nevertheless, hot temperatures in July and August mean that being by the water offers some much needed refreshment. Many of the province’s beaches also offer pristine natural areas and sparkling clean water, the pinnacle of a perfect beach experience.
Some of BC’s best known lakes include:
Okanagan Lake: known for its warm waters and sunny days.
Joffre Lakes: glacier lakes famous for their turquoise waters which are surrounded by beautiful glacial-capped mountains.
Sasamat lake: a beautiful, white sandy beach and one of the warmest lakes you’ll find in the province. Source Swim Guide.org
Editors Note: An air quality alert was issued for the Nicola Valley July 8th 9:26 AM
On this Day: July 7th 1916
The New Zealand Labour Party is formed in Wellington NZ.
The press box at the entrance to the music festival grounds now used by many organizers in Merritt ,File Photo KDG
There were a couple of young men picking up tables from the arena downtown on Tuesday. They are setting up for the July 7th Bass Coast concert here in Merritt.
The electronic music festival is for millennials according to the two . They then qualified that there is a mix of ages and people who attend.
This is the 9th annual for the concert held on the music festival site south of Merritt.
The artists include: 1800 Haightstreet, Electric Café, and Abstrakt Sonance and others.
On this Day: July 5th 1954
The BBC broadcasts its first TV program.
60,000 liters gasoline delivery ….file Photo KDG
The price of regular gasoline is at $1.12 a liter, and has been that price even this last weekend. This represents a 3 cent drop in recent weeks. It is in the context of the Canadian dollar showing strength. Grade school is out now and this could put demand on gas prices so we should plan to keep it under control once again with conservation. All five outlets in Merritt are the same price, indicating good supply at this time. Good luck and thanks for your sensitivity to fuel usage. Please enjoy the summer driving season and maintain a responsible attitude to fuel usage. Current trends are prices rising, the lowest price being 93.9 cents, the highest a dollar twenty one .one
The city of Trois Rivieres is founded in New France.à
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Otter Nicola River Merritt
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One third of the life of the Canadian nation is a lot of water under the bridge. At 69 a Peter Mansbridge is a wealth of experience in apparent good health.
The iconic CBC anchor is retiring from the Canadian Broadcast Corporation on July 1st (last show June 30th 2017). He will host the broadcast from parliament hill on Saturday however.
Have a great weekend and Canada Day Peter. We hope that the pressure is off and the day resonates is for you .
On this Day: June 30th 1960
Belgian Congo gets its independence .
Construction started
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Construction has started on the multi million dollar addition to the local NVIT campus.
NVIT a public college, top of the hill on Belshaw avenue in Merritt completing is circle of buildings… in its original plan.
On this day: June 29th 2007
Apple introduces its first mobile phone.
Long time legion member in the spirit
File Photo KDG
The dividend of civilization is civility, something that if guarded can dominate in away different from the total domination of armies and cultures. A culture of peace is a desirable thing to those that know its value. It still has to come from the individual integrity of citizens and virtue truly is its own reward. In the week coming up to Canada’s 150th look inside and see if you have inner peace. A peace based on” to your own self be true”, and mitigated by “treat your neighbour as you would your self.” Let fashion have its temporary place not dependant on your happiness and show your true strength first to your self then to others. It will be a good day to let thing’s go that are troubling and not worth the energy of regret.
You will be standing on guard for all of us thee…
Editors Note: There is no utopia, sometimes the first loss is the best loss, you be the judge.
On this Day: June 28th 1838
The crowning of British sovereign, Queen Victoria.
Art displayed at the Baillie house
File Photo. KDG
Local Art
The local Chamber is having its annual Art Walk again this summer. Starting on July fourth and running the length of July, local artists are having their art in local business places.
A limited number of bracelets will be available on the 4rth for 5 dollars at the Chamber office on Voght street. A bead will be at participating business’s, complete the bracelet and you can enter a draw.
Local Gale Simpsons art is available for viewing at the Merritt Desert Lobby Inn at this writing.
On this Day: June 27th 1750
General Wolfe begins his assault on French Canada.
Hey Merit what do you say?
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