Parenting as a Spiritual Practice
Posted on 14. Feb, 2012 by Bradley in Community, Events, Health, Informational Talks, Kids Events
Parenting Workshop Feb. 2012 Nelson – posterPress Release: A two-day course on applying an integral perspective to the early years of a child’s life: Doing the Work, Discovering the Ease! We will explore, learn about, and practice: Meeting our whole child—a being made of body, mind, soul, and spirit. Understanding our child’s unique stage of development, strengths & growing edges, [...]
The Kootenay Co-op Store Finds New Home
Posted on 12. Feb, 2012 by Bradley in Community
Press Release Newsletter: After many years of looking for a much-needed new space, our search is over. We have entered into a contract to purchase the property at 708 Vernon St. (currently Extra Foods). We will take possession on June 1, 2012 and will spend the next several months working through the options of how [...]
The Future of Morning Mountain
Posted on 10. Feb, 2012 by Bradley in Community, Sporting Events, Sports
Press Release The Nelson Cycling Club is working to plan the future development of mountain biking amenities in the Morning Mountain Ski Area. A charrette will be held for anyone interested in participating. Nelson Cycling Club members, mountain bikers, and users of the Morning Mountain Ski Area and surrounding trails are especially encouraged to come [...]
More Education at your fingertips
Posted on 09. Feb, 2012 by Bradley in Arts, Community, News
Press Release: If you are a high school learner seeking collaboration and community engagement, and you’ve got a passion for exploring things through conversation and action, then check out the Workshops at SelfDesign High! Workshop(s) groups usually meet 2 to 3 hours a week for 12-14 weeks at SelfDesign’s Nelson Learning Centre, and all [...]
Volunteers needed for neighbourhood mediation program
Posted on 06. Jan, 2012 by Chris Shepherd in Community
Transition Nelson Society announced yesterday that the Nelson Good Neighbour Program will launch this Spring. In March, there will be a mediation training course to support this program through Selkirk College.
Take part in the 25th anniversary of the Man in Motion Tour
Posted on 20. Dec, 2011 by Chris Shepherd in Community
This April the 25th anniversary of Rick Hansen’s Man in Motion tour rolls through Nelson. You have until Dec. 28 to apply to help take the relay through Nelson.
Old monastery to become hospice
Posted on 19. Dec, 2011 by Chris Shepherd in Community
A long held community dream to establish a hospice centre in Nelson, BC has taken a giant step forward with the purchase, by the Kalein Hospice Centre Society (KHCS), of a retired monastery in the Rosemont neighborhood of Nelson.
Spread joy, not germs, this holiday season
Posted on 19. Dec, 2011 by Chris Shepherd in Community
For many the holiday season means a time to enjoy good company and good food. As we spread the joy of the season we need to be extra careful to not spread food-borne illness causing bacteria. These simple food safety tips will help you prepare a safe and tasty holiday meal:
RDCK changes transit between Nelson/Castlegar
Posted on 09. Dec, 2011 by Chris Shepherd in Community
The RDCK Board has approved changes to the transit system which will mean improved service for some of the region’s bus riders.
In consultation with BC Transit, the RDCK has been able to expand the transit fleet to include a 40’ Nova bus for the Nelson/Castlegar transit route. This bus will provide expanded capacity and greater comfort for transit users. An extra run was also added to that route to accommodate commuters. The Nova is expected to begin service on Monday, December 12.
Prepare to shake your Booty
Posted on 08. Dec, 2011 by Chris Shepherd in Community
The Backyard Booty, the annual celebration of mountain culture in Nelson, will rock the Capitol Theatre tomorrow, reports Julia Gillmor at Powder in the Kootenays. Hosted by Kootenay Mountain Culture, the definitive magazine of Kootenay culture (it’s tempting to throw a “k” into that culture), the Backyard Booty is celebrating its eighth anniversary and the [...]
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