Family fun at the child's day chili supper
Over 130 people enjoyed chili dinner and family fun at the International Children’s Day event held on Tuesday, Nov. 20 at Perley Elementary School gym. The evening celebration was a collaborative effort between Boundary All Nations Aboriginal Council (BANAC), parents of young children group, Baby’s Best Chance program, Strong...
SPOTLIGHT FILMS: The Intouchables
Seldom has someone in the audience stand up to promote a film as upcoming films were being announced at one of Spotlight’s showings, but that is just what happened when they announced French film The Intouchables. The individual had seen the film and stated quite clearly how moving it was and that she strongly recommends it....
Second annual Chocolate and Champagne a decadent experience
The Christina Lake Arts and Artisans Society (CLAAS) second annual Chocolate and Champagne hit a high note with chocolate lovers from all over the Boundary and beyond this weekend. The fundraising event attracted more than 100 people, four chocolatiers and a large selection of creative chocolate appetizers at the Christina ...
Foundation spreads a little hope along with their celebration
What would you do if you had $800,000? Would you give it to your community? Well, the Phoenix Foundation of the Boundary Communities, celebrating 15 years of giving last week, has done just that – granted money to support community projects. “In 1997, a group of like-minded individuals, including Cathy Manson, Maxine Ruzicka,...
Wine gala set to please with an artful ambience
You’re in for an engaging evening, a masterpiece, as a stunning century old structure will be the canvas for an ARTful christmas event. The board and staff of gallery 2 are excited about the evening of Nov. 24, the night of their largest yearly fundraiser and the 21st Annual Wine Tasting. The pre-Christmas affair will be...
NaNoWriMo... confused? Read on...
Since November 1 you may have been hearing furious keyboard pounding echoing around the world. Fear not, it is the sound of more than 250,000 people beginning a literary challenge of epic proportions: 30 days, 50,000 words, and one original novel. Why? Because November is National Novel Writing Month, or NaNoWriMo, the world’s...
Deb Billwiller of Grand Forks to be awarded Diamond Jubilee Medal
Very few people truly exemplify the meaning of volunteerism above self as much as Boundary Food Bank Society volunteer Deb Billwiller does. The modest and energetic woman has made herself well-known in these parts through her dedication to those who are less fortunate. It was because of her selfless devotion to the Boundary...
Hundreds gather to honour Remembrance Day in Grand Forks
More than 300 people from Grand Forks and Christina Lake gathered to honour Remembrance Day at the Grand Forks City Hall cenotaph today. Despite the chilly temperatures -- The Rotary Club of Grand Forks helped alleviate the shivers with some hot chocolate -- the ceremony went off without a hitch and included a fly by of a...
Metis jigger Beverly Lambert visits the Boundary
Young and old from across the Boundary got jiggy with BC Metis Federation Cultural Ambassador Beverly Lambert during her visit here in late October. Lambert visited many of our local schools as part of the Aboriginal Education program where she demonstarted traditional jigging, Metis music and culture. She was also a guest ...
LIBRARY MUSINGS: Can I send you a few million dollars?
Hi Grand Folks! Once again, I need your help. This time, it’s a much more serious issue. I have 15,000,000.00 (fifteen million) U.S. Dollars and I want you to assist me in distributing the money to charity organizations. I agree to reward you with part of the money for your assistance, kindness and participation in this...