The Stanley Cup will be in the building tonight as the Hawks visit the Flyers holding a 3-2 series lead, trying to end the longest championship drought in the NHL at 41 years.
The Hawks are really good on the road. The Flyers are really good at home.
This one should be a beauty.
Sadly I have a double header at the park for Slo Pitch tonight, so here's hoping it's either rained out, or the Flyers force a Game 7 for Friday night so I don't miss the last hockey game of the year!
Huge congrats to Andy Oakes!
If being recognized once wasn't enough, hopefully his winning this award twice will really make the Bulldogs fanbase realize how hard he works not only for the team, but also for the league as a whole.
Alberni Valley’s Andy Oakes named BCHL Executive of the Year for 2010
Burnaby, BC -- June 8, 2010 -- Alberni Valley Bulldogs’ President and Governor Andy Oakes has been selected by the British Columbia Hockey League’s Board of Governors as its Executive of the Year for the second consecutive season, the league announced Tuesday.
The award comes on the heels of an outstanding year for Oakes’s Bulldogs, who led the Coastal Conference with 93 points prior to a postseason run that saw the team reach the seventh game of the Conference Finals. Three Alberni Valley players and head coach Nolan Graham were recognized with Conference Awards at the conclusion of the regular season.
Oakes has also taken on a leadership role in the growth of the league, as he chairs the BCHL’s Strategic Planning Committee and sits on the five-member League Executive.
“The BCHL is a great league and it’s an honour to be recognized by your fellow governors for your contributions,” says Oakes. “The Bulldogs organization takes great pride in working towards being leaders on and off the ice in the BCHL.”
“On behalf of the BCHL and our Board of Governors, I’m pleased to once again congratulate Andy on this well-deserved recognition,” Commissioner John Grisdale says. “Andy’s hard work and vision have been rewarded with tremendous success in Alberni Valley, and those same qualities have made him a valuable leader in the continuing growth of our league.”
Oakes, who had previously suited up in the BCHL as a player, returned to the league following the purchase of the Alberni Valley Bulldogs by the Okanagan Hockey Schools in 2007. Oakes is the President of Okanagan Hockey Schools and the Okanagan Hockey Academy.
18 HOLE GOLF TOURNAMENT - 1pm to 5:30pm @ Alberni Golf Club
Friday evening registration, mixer, gaming and contests 7pm to 9pm
Saturday evening Dinner and Awards 6pm to 10pm
Both events at the Alberni Golf Club
18 Teams of 4
$400 per Team
Friday Night Reception 7-9 pm BBQ, contests, gaming and skipper’s meeting.
Saturday Fishing from the AlberniHarbour to Hocking Point – weigh in 11 a.m.
Saturday Best Ball Golfing with Shotgun Start
Saturday Steak Dinner for teams and spouses!
Auctions, Raffles and Prizes!
REGISTRATION before June 30th
To register, complete the form below. Only the name of the Team Leader is required to register. If you require assistance with accommodation or charters, wish to reserve a golf cart, or additional dinner tickets please check the box that applies.
Fax your information to 1-866-762-4884 and a confirmation and information package will be faxed back to you outlining the Hook and Slice itinerary, rules and any additional information you require.
Messenger Selected to Coach Two National Teams This Summer
Local wrestling coach James Messenger will be having a busy summer thanks to his selection as a National team coach again this year. Messenger will perform double duty this summer as he will coach both the National Junior team and the National Cadet team at separate tournaments in different countries during the month of July.
Messenger’s first assignment this summer is as one of two coaches taking the National Junior team to the Junior Pan American Championships in Managua Nicaragua. Juniors are 19-20 year wrestlers usually coming from first or second year university programs from across Canada. The National Junior team leave Canada on July 6 and return on July 12.
Messenger will not be returning to Canada with the National Junior team as he heads further south to Brazil. Messenger will have a few days to himself in South America before being joined in Manaus Brazil by the National FILA Cadet team. The Cadet team are 16-18 year old wrestlers selected to represent Canada at the FILA Cadet Pan American Championships in Manaus July 18-20. Messenger will return to the valley on July 25th.
It will be quite a month for the local wrestling coach but he is up for the challenge. “I decided the time to do this is when I am young and have more flexibility in my life,” said Messenger, “ it is an honour to be selected to coach one national team let alone two in one month. I think it says a lot about our program that the Canadian Wrestling Association has selected me because it is the quality of our local program and our athletes that has built my credibility as a coach.”
Alberni Wrestling Director Tom McEvay praised Messenger for his hard work and dedication. “ James is an incredible asset to our program and to wrestling in our region and in BC. He coaches at Dunn and our Club as well as helping at ADSS. In addition he is the Vancouver Island Regional coach and is part of BC Wrestling’s coaching leadership team. To see him getting National positions is not surprising as he is highly regarded across Canada.”
Messenger himself is a product of the local program he now coaches. He started wrestling in 1992 at Mt. Klitsa Junior High before moving to ADSS in 1996 where he was part of their powerful team that won three BC titles in a row. After high school Messenger went to Simon Fraser University on a wrestling scholarship. At SFU he finished his teaching degree before being fortunate enough to get a teaching position back in hometown Alberni in 2004.
The Alberni Crown Lancers tourney is THIS FRIDAY. Get your name in quickly if you want to play!
Alberni Crown Lancers
3rdAnnual
Charity Golf Tournament
Date: June 11th, 2010
Place: Alberni Golf Club
6449 cherry creek rd
Port Alberni, BC
Time: 1:00 pm (Shotgun start)
Cost: $75.00
Registration includes 18 holes golf, steak dinner and prizes
Early bird draw: entries received by may 21st, 2010 will be entered to win free power cart rental for the tournament.
Deadline for registration is June 4th, 2010
Payment can be made to: Alberni Crown Lancers, c/o Kevin Murray, 4444 Morton Street, Port Alberni, BC V9Y 4M8
Or contact 250-724-8916 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 250-724-8916 end_of_the_skype_highlighting for more information
To reserve a power cart, call 250-723-5422
Proceeds benefit local charities in the alberni valley
Maybe not the most complete 60 minute effort last night for the Flyers, but in the end they got the job done to even up the series at 2-2 heading to the Windy City for Game 5 Sunday.
I missed most of the first period, but starting watching as the Flyers went up 2-0, the Hawks answered back to make it 2-1, and the Flyers scored this beauty of a goal to go up 3-1.
What more could you ask for out of the Stanley Cup Final than a "Best of Three" now to decide the Cup?
I have seen two empty netters that popped the water bottle this season. The first was Jeff Carter last night to ice it, the second was Trent Dorais on Game 2 of the Bulldog season in a 3-1 win over the Grizzlies during the Dogs home opener when he golfed one in from the Bulldog Blueline.
Seniors Week in Port Alberni began today!
Here is the FULL SCHEDULE OF EVENTS!!
Here are the events taking place for our 25th Anniversary of Seniors’ Week here in Port Alberni from June 5 – 12. If you can mention some of the following events on the radio and/or let seniors know to pick up tickets and flyers from Echo Centre, it would be very much appreciated. Thanks so much!!
Saturday, June 5
Health and Wellness Fair at Echo Centre - 10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Check out the free Health and Wellness Fair at Echo Centre put on by the Seniors Health Network. The Fair will include exhibits from various groups and businesses, demonstrations, blood pressure checks, free draws and “try-it” opportunities. There will be support groups, volunteer services, health services, demonstrations (Sunshine Club Tai Chi and Drum Circle classes and a Nordic walking demonstration by Sarah Jones from Walk the Coast) and free refreshments. Information sessions include:
11:00 am Home Safety and Fall Prevention by Tish Bernard. Learn tips on how to prevent falls and injuries in and around the home.
11:45 am Invoking Laughter by Ellen Brown. Join in as we have a good belly laugh and learn the health benefits of laughter.
It’s all free and open to the general public!
Sunday, June 6
Lion’s Club Free Pancake and Sausage Breakfast - 9:00 a.m. or 10:30 a.m. at Echo Centre
Kick off Seniors’ Week with a delicious pancake and sausage breakfast put on by the Lion’s Club for all seniors. Free tickets are still available to pick up at Echo Centre for the 9:00 a.m. or 10:30 a.m. sitting. Please remember - if you have tickets and are unable to attend, please call Echo Centre so someone else can get the ticket. United Cabs has offered to supply free taxi service within city limits to seniors who cannot get their own transportation to and from the breakfast. Call United Cabs at 250 723-2121 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 250 723-2121 end_of_the_skype_highlighting to pre-register.
Cycle the Dyke with the Sunshine Club Bicycle Group - 2:00 p.m.
Get out your bicycle and helmet and join the Sunshine Club Bicycle Group for a cycle around the Kitsuksis Dyke area. Please call the Sunshine Club office at 250 720-2505 if you would like to join the group so organizers can contact you regarding where to meet.
Royal Canadian Legion #55 Open House - 2:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Seniors are invited to Legion #55 at 3031 – 4th Avenue to meet with Legion members and learn what a Legion does, how to become a member and learn of some of the events the Legion is involved in. Refreshments will be served. Tickets are not required, just drop in to the Open House on Sunday from 2:00 – 4:00 pm at the Legion #55 hall.
Orchestra and Chorus Society Recital - 2:30 p.m. at Echo Centre
The Orchestra and Chorus Society will present a youth recital at 2:30 pm at Echo Centre. This is a free concert and it’s open to the public. No tickets are required. Refreshments will be served after the concert, compliments of the Orchestra and Choral Society.
Monday, June 7
Fit Over 50 at Echo Centre - 9:00 – 10:00 a.m.
Parks and Recreation offers an exercise class specially designed for the active older adult with Instructor Sondra Austin. Seniors 65+ can pick up a free pass for one of the classes during Seniors’ Week (Monday, Wednesday or Friday). Seniors can pick up your free pass at Echo Centre.
Woodworking at the Old Arena - 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Volunteers of the Sunshine Club Woodwork Shop (located in the old arena which is home to the Industrial Heritage Society and the Sunshine Club woodwork shop and pool room), invite seniors 65+ and Sunshine Club members to drop in and check out the woodwork shop. Bring along your own wood and work on a project. Normally there is a $1.00 drop in fee, but for Seniors’ Week, the drop in fee is FREE.
Introduction to Tai Chi at Echo Centre - 10:00 – 10:45 a.m.
Seniors 65+ and Sunshine Club members are welcome to attend the Tai Chi class at Echo Centre to try out some of the Tai Chi moves and feel the benefits of these slow, stretching exercises. Volunteer instructor Barb Gaetz will lead you through the class. This is a drop in “try it” session and tickets are not required. Please wear comfortable clothing and slippers or stocking feet.
Outrigger Canoeing on Sproat Lake - 11:15 a.m.
The Sproat Lake Canoe Club invites seniors to try out a paddle in an outrigger canoe. If you need a ride to the West Bay Hotel where this program takes place, or if you would like to car pool with someone they will leave from Victoira Quay at 10:45 a.m. or you can call Darrell Holt at 250 723-0640. You don’t need to have any experience with canoeing to give this a try.
Cribbage Tournament at Echo Centre - 12:45 p.m.
Directors of the Sunshine Club Cribbage Tournament are organizing a special Seniors’ Week Cribbage Tournament on Monday, June 7 at Echo Centre. The cost to register is $4.00 per team and both partners names are needed when registering. A maximum of 40 teams (80 people) are able to sign up at the Sunshine Club office at Echo Centre. 6 games of crib will be offered and then prizes will be awarded at the end of the 6 games, once the results are calculated. Refreshments will also be served following the cribbage games and this is included in the cost of the ticket.
Seniors’ Week Flyers
For further information on the many special events, discounts, raffle draws, etc. please pick up a Seniors’ Week Flyer at Echo Centre, Fairway Market, Buy Low Foods, Safeway or Quality Foods or call the Sunshine Club office at Echo Centre at 250 720-2505.
Echo Centre Displays
Drop by Echo Centre to see the wonderful lobby wall display done by the students of Maquinna Elementary School for Seniors’ Week. There is also a special Seniors’ Week display in the showcase at Echo Centre, so be sure to check this out as well when you’re at Echo.
Tuesday, June 8:
Water Shed Tour - 9:00 – 11:00 a.m.
Join staff from the City Works Department to view the City’s water infrastructure. You’ll board the van at Echo Centre at 9:00 am and travel to the City Works Department to view the automation (telemetry), then head to the China Creek intake, Bainbridge Lake, Bainbridge Pumphouse and Cowichan Reservoirs. The tour involves some walking, so please wear appropriate footwear and dress for the weather. This trip is limited to 12 people. Please sign up and pick up your free ticket from Echo Centre. Depart from Echo Centre at 9:00 and return by 11:00 a.m.
Floor Curling at Glenwood Centre - 9:30 a.m. - 12:00 Noon
The Sunshine Club floor curlers want to extend an open invitation for seniors during Seniors’ Week to come out to Glenwood Centre to try this fun sport. Experienced floor curlers will be in attendance to give instruction and show you how to play. Pre-registration is not necessary, just drop-in to Glenwood Centre on June 8 at 9:30 a.m. to get organized.
Adult/Senior Swim Time at the Aquatic Centre - 11:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Take a dip in the pool, swim lengths, work out in the weight room or relax in the Sauna and Whirlpool all at the Aquatic Centre. This time is especially designated for adults and seniors on Tuesdays and Thursdays. During Seniors’ Week try out ONE of the classes for no charge. Seniors 65+ pick up your free pass for either the Tuesday or Thursday swim time from the Sunshine Club office.
Gentle Aquafit at the Aquatic Centre - 12:15 – 1:00 p.m.
Join Leader Miki Shwarz for some adapted (gentle) aquatic exercises. A free Seniors’ Week ticket for seniors 65+ is available to pick up in the Sunshine Club office for one of this week’s sessions. Choose one session on either Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday.
Cribbage Tournament sponsored by Legion #169 - 1:00 p.m.
The Royal Canadian Legion #169 (located at 4680 Victoria Quay) will be hosting a cribbage tournament for all seniors in celebration of Seniors’ Week. 8 games of crib will be played and prizes will be awarded. There is no cost to play in this tournament and tickets are not required to pick up ahead of time. Just drop in with your partner on Tuesday, June 8 at 12:30 p.m. at the Legion #169 upstairs hall so there is time to get organized before play starts at 1:00 p.m. For further information you can contact Lettie Higgins at 250 723-2719 or Tim Murphy at 250 723-7355.
Carpet Bowling at Echo Centre - 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
The Sunshine Club carpet bowlers invite seniors to drop by Echo Centre on Tuesday at 1:00 p.m. to try out carpet bowling. It’s a great indoor sport and members will be there to teach you how to play. The cost is free - all equipment is supplied, so all you need to do is drop by.
Seniors Tea at Westhaven - 1:30 p.m.
The Auxiliary to the West Coast General Hospital will host a “Seniors Tea” for all residents of the Westhaven Care Unit.
Firehall Tour - 1:30 p.m.
Seniors are invited to the firehall to meet with the firefighters and staff who will give you a guided tour of the firehall and operations, talk to you about inspections they do and give you tips on home safety. They will also be happy to answer any questions you have and provide you with further information on the services they provide. After the guided tour, you’ll be treated to coffee, tea and goodies. There is a limit of 24 tickets available for this event, so drop by Echo Centre to pick up your free ticket if you are interested in attending this tour.
Tea at Abbeyfield - 2:00 p.m.
Seniors are invited for afternoon tea and enjoy some social time with the residents of Abbeyfield and a tour of their home. There will be 20 tickets available for this tea, so be sure to drop by Echo Centre and pick up your free ticket from Echo Centre for an enjoyable afternoon with residents at Abbeyfield.
Visit the Industrial Heritage Society at the Old Arena - 7:00 p.m.
Members of the Industrial Heritage Society invite you to drop by the old arena located on 9th Avenue for a visit while they are having their regular Tuesday night work bee. The volunteers will be there to answer your questions and show you the historical trucks and trains from Vancouver Island that they have in storage and are working on restoring. There is no fee or tickets required. Just drop in and enjoy a visit with the volunteers from the Industrial Heritage Society.
Fairway Market
Fairway Market on 10th Avenue will be offering free coffee/tea and cookies to all seniors visiting their store during Seniors’ Week.
Curves for Women
Curves for Women is a 30 minute fitness and weight loss centre. They will be offering a FREE sign up for ladies 55+ for Seniors’ Week. Also be sure to enter their free Seniors’ Week draw.
Buy Low Foods
Complimentary coffee and cookies will be available for seniors at Buy Low Foods throughout Seniors’ Week.
Community Arts Council of the AlberniValley
There is a 10% discount offered during Seniors’ Week at the Rollin Art Centre (excluding Event Tickets). Drop by and check out their art display and have a look at items available for sale and your discount of 10% for seniors.
Wednesday, June 9:
Tour of the RCMP Station - 9:00 a.m., 10:30 a.m., 1:00 p.m.
Seniors are invited to the RCMP station on Morton Street for a guided tour by Theresa Thompson and a chance to learn more of the operation and services provided through our local RCMP office. After the tour you’ll be treated to coffee and goodies in the meeting room. There are 3 tours provided and you must choose which tour you would like to attend. There is a limit of 10 tickets for each event. If you would like to attend one of these tours, drop by Echo Centre to pick up your ticket.
Fit Over 50 at Echo Centre - 9:00 – 10:00 a.m.
Parks and Recreation offers an exercise class specially designed for the active older adult with Instructor Sondra Austin. Seniors 65+ can pick up a free pass for one of the classes during Seniors’ Week. Seniors can pick up your free pass at Echo Centre.
Dragon Boat Paddling - 9:30 a.m.
Come out to Sproat Lake to experience dragon boat paddling. No equipment is necessary - it will be supplied free of charge compliments of the West Coast Dragon Boat Society. All equipment, paddles, lifejackets, etc. will be provided for people to use. If you need transportation to the West Bay, please contact Donna James at 250 723-6865. Pre-registration is not necessary.
Table Games at Echo Centre - 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 Noon
The Sunshine Club Table Games group welcomes all seniors and Sunshine Club members to drop in to Echo Centre to enjoy some table games – including card games Rummy 500 or Phase 10 or a game of Scrabble. If you don’t know how to play any of these games, volunteers will be there to help teach you.
Rehabilitation in Motion - Stretches for Golf – Swing for Success 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 Noon
Add yards to your game and reduce your risk of injury with a few quick stretches and tips. There is a limit of 15 seniors who can sign up for this class. Register for this free session at Echo Centre in the Sunshine Club office. The class will take place at Rehab in Motion at 2996 – 3rd Avenue.
Gentle Aquafit at the Aquatic Centre - 12:15 – 1:00 p.m.
Join Leader Miki Shwarz for some adapted (gentle) aquatic exercises. A free Seniors’ Week ticket for seniors 65+ is available to pick up in the Sunshine Club office for one of this week’s sessions.
Sunshine Club Special Events Program at Echo Centre - 1:30 p.m.
The Sunshine Club will put on a Special Events Entertainment Program at Echo Centre celebrating the 25th anniversary of Seniors’ Week. This event is open to all seniors 65+ in the community and all Sunshine Club members. The Organizing Committee is planning a great variety show with entertainment provided by some of the Sunshine Club groups including: Judy's Jazzies, the Cloggers, Sing-a-longs, Ukulele group, Line Dancers and Scottish Country dancers. There will also be a skit put on by a few of the Sunshine Club Crazy Capers members. Refreshments will be served after the entertainment “free of charge” compliments of the Echo Sunshine Club. Anyone with a birthday in June or July will also be honoured with a piece of birthday cake!
Table Tennis at Echo Centre - 7:00 – 9:00 p.m.
The Sunshine Club Table Tennis players invite all seniors and Sunshine Club members who would like to play a game of table tennis to drop by Echo Centre between 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. All equipment is supplied, but if people have their own table tennis racquet, they are encouraged to bring it along with them. Both experienced and beginner players are welcome to join. This is a free event and tickets are not required - just drop by the Cedar Centre Room at Echo and give this fun game a try!
Seniors’ Week Flyers
For complete details on Seniors’ Week, pick up your free copy of the Seniors’ Week flyer at Echo Centre, Fairway Market, Buy Low Foods, Safeway or Quality Foods.
Happy Soles Foot and Nail Care
Happy Soles Foot and Nail Care located at 3054 – 2nd Avenue will be offering free coffee and goodies for clients and visitors Monday – Friday during Seniors’ Week.
Alberni Lifeline Monitoring Inc.
Fill out an application for Alberni Lifeline Monitoring Inc. during Seniors’ Week and receive 2 months free monitoring and installation. Applications are available from the Foundation/Lifeline Office at the West Coast General Hospital.
Thursday, June 10:
Sunshine Club Crazy Capers Video Show - 9:30 - 11:00 a.m.
For many years the Sunshine Club Crazy Capers put on some wonderful special event shows for Sunshine Club members and for Seniors’ Week. We thought it would be a nice tribute in celebration of the 25th anniversary of Seniors’ Week to show one of the videos taken of a Crazy Capers Show. Ina Price has put together some of her videos and Barlow’s has kindly donated a large screen tv so that this video can be shown in the Cedar Stage area at Echo Centre. There are 50 free tickets available for this event and you can pick up the tickets from the Sunshine Club office.
Outrigger Canoeing on Sproat Lake - 9:30 a.m.
The Sproat Lake Canoe Club invites seniors to try out a paddle in an outrigger canoe. If you need a ride to the West Bay Hotel where this program takes place, or if you would like to car pool with someone please meet at Victoria Quay at 9:00 am or call Darrell Holt at 250 723-0640. You don’t need to have any experience with canoeing to give this a try.
Woodworking at the Old Arena - 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Volunteers of the Sunshine Club Woodwork Shop (located in the old arena) invite seniors 65+ and Sunshine Club members to drop in and check out the woodwork shop. Bring along your own wood and work on a project. Normally there is a $1.00 drop in fee, but for Seniors’ Week, the drop in fee is FREE.
Visit to Ahtsik Native Art Gallery - 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 Noon
12 seniors can sign up to take a van ride out to the Ahtsik Native Art Gallery on the Pacific Rim Highway for a tour of this new gallery and if we’re lucky they will be carving a totem pole and we’ll get to see artist Gordon Dick at work. The gallery has jewelry, paintings, wood carvings, stone carvings, masks and more. Meet at Echo Centre and 10:30 am and return to Echo Centre by approximately 12:00 noon. Pick up your free ticket from the Sunshine Club office.
Royal Bank - Seniors Tea - 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 Noon
In celebration of Seniors’ Week the Royal Bank on 3rd Avenue will have coffee and home baked goodies for seniors from 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 Noon on June 10. There will also be a free draw at the bank for seniors, so be sure to drop by the bank to get your name in the draw before June 11 when the draw takes place.
Adult/Senior Swim Time at the Aquatic Centre - 11:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Take a dip in the pool, swim lengths, work out in the weight room or relax in the Sauna and Whirlpool all at the Aquatic Centre. This time is especially designated for adults and seniors. During Seniors’ Week try out ONE of the classes for no charge. Seniors 65+ pick up your free pass at Echo Centre from the Sunshine Club office.
Gentle Aquafit at the Aquatic Centre - 12:15 – 1:00 p.m.
Join Leader Miki Shwarz for some adapted (gentle) aquatic exercises. A free Seniors’ Week ticket for seniors 65+ is available to pick up in the Sunshine Club office for one of this week’s sessions.
Heritage Place Tour and Afternoon Tea - 12:30 p.m.
“Heritage Place” (located in behind Echo Village) invites seniors to come to Heritage Place for a tour and enjoy afternoon tea and a social visit with the tenants. There are 10 tickets available for this event and tickets can be picked up at Echo Centre. There will also be a door prize draw at the event.
Lawn Bowling - 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.
The Port Alberni Lawn Bowling Club (located in Echo Park behind Echo Centre) invites seniors to drop in for some free lawn bowling lessons and a chance to try out this enjoyable sport. Please wear flat soled shoes – no heels are permitted on the lawn bowling greens. This is a free drop in session and no tickets are required. Refreshments will be available and bowling equipment will be supplied by the Lawn Bowling Club for your use.
Whist at Echo Centre - 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.
The Sunshine Club Whist Group will be putting on a special drop in whist program at Echo Centre on Thursday. Please arrive starting at 12:30 pm so everyone is set and ready to start at 1:00 p.m. There will be 12 hands of whist played and participants are asked to come with a partner. There will be a drop in fee of 50 cents which will be awarded as prizes at the end of the day for first, second, third place, plus lucky table.
Service Canada Open House - 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Service Canada welcomes seniors to see their new office at 5805A Mar Street (the old Sears building behind Zellers) on Thursday, June 10 between 1:00 and 3:00 pm. To honour seniors, they are offering a “meet and greet” session where you can talk to the agents in an informal manner. Come and discuss all matters related to government services in their new community conference room. Some Services that are offered are Canadian Pension Plan/Old Age Security, Guaranteed Income Supplement, Allowance Program, the Old Age Security Identification Card, Home Adaptations for Seniors Independence Program and Passports. Snacks and coffee will be served.
Space is limited to 20 people each per session, the first at 1:00 pm and the second at 2:00 pm. Please register in advance to secure a seat by emailing darryl.smith@servicecanada.gc.ca or by leaving a message at 250-724-0151 extension 231.
½ Price for McLean Mill Tour
The McLean Mill National Historic Site welcomes seniors to pick up a coupon for ½ price off the seniors admission rate for a tour at McLean Mill. This ½ price Seniors Coupon can be used weekdays (not weekends) from June 28 – Sept. 3 during regular hours of operation. You can pick up this ½ price coupon at Echo Centre in the Sunshine Club office.
Friday, June 11:
Seniors’ Week Trip - Frances Barkley Cruise/Bus Tour Combo to Ucluelet
Date: Friday, June 11, 2010
Departure Time: Group A - 7:30 a.m.- Echo to Lady Rose Dock
Group B - 8:00 a.m.- Echo - bus to Ucluelet
Arrival Home: Group A - 6:30 p.m./Group B - 7:30 p.m.
Registration/Payment: Register and pay in the Sunshine Club Office
Cost: $75.00 (includes cruise, bus transportation, lunch, taxes and gratuities)
Group A will leave Echo Centre at 7:30 a.m. by bus to catch the 8:00 a.m. sailing of the Frances Barkley. After arriving in Ucluelet at 12.45 you will be taken to the fabulous Black Rock Oceanfront Resort in Ucluelet for lunch at 1:30 p.m. We will have a buffet style lunch in our own private area with an oceanfront view. Following lunch you will have time to walk on the beach or on the nature trails just outside the resort. We are also close to the downtown area for the shopping enthusiasts. Bus leaves Ucluelet at 4:30 pm to arrive home about 6:30 pm.
Group B will leave Echo Centre at 8:00 a.m. by bus to arrive in Ucluelet about 9:45 a.m. You will have plenty of time to explore the beautiful oceanside trails before having lunch at 11:30 (description of lunch area as listed for Group A). After lunch you will be taken to the dock for the 2:00 p.m. sailing of the Frances Barkley for your cruise home. The bus will be at the dock to take you back to Echo Centre around 7:30 p.m.
Fit Over 50 at Echo Centre - 9:00 – 10:00 a.m.
Parks and Recreation offers an exercise class specially designed for the active older adult with Instructor Sondra Austin. Seniors 65+ can pick up a free pass for one of the classes during Seniors’ Week. Seniors can pick up your free pass at Echo Centre.
Pottery Classes at Echo Centre - 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
The Sunshine Club pottery class welcomes seniors 65+ and Sunshine Club members (any age) to drop in to the Craftroom downstairs at Echo Centre (in the back of the building) to try your hand at pottery. There will be members working on their own clay creations, so you are welcome to watch what they are doing, or members will help you create your own handbuilt project or give you instruction on using the pottery wheel.
Scotia Bank Seniors Appreciation Day - 9:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Coffee and treats will be available in the lobby of the bank from 9:30 – 2:30 p.m. in salute of Seniors’ Week. There will also be a raffle draw at the bank, so be sure to get your name in the draw to win a gift certificate for dinner before June 11 when the draw takes place.
Bank of Montreal – Tsahaheh Branch - 9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
The Bank of Montreal on Sproat Lake Highway will be having a Seniors Appreciation Day and will be offering complimentary coffee and cookies for all seniors visiting their branch on Friday between 9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. They will also be offering a free raffle draw for a flowering plant, so be sure to drop by for a visit and get your name in on the draw. The draw will take place on Saturday, June 12.
Bank of Montreal – 3rd Avenue Branch - 9:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
The main branch of the Bank of Montreal on 3rd Avenue will have their Seniors’ Week Appreciation Day from 9:30 am – 4:00 pm with complimentary cookies and coffee.
TD Canada Trust - 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Seniors are invited to drop by the bank for a complimentary coffee and cookies during regular business hours on Saturday and be sure to get your name in the free raffle draw for a gift basket. The draw will take place on Friday, June 11.
Coastal Community Credit Union Seniors Appreciation - 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Free coffee and goodies will be available for all seniors dropping by the Credit Union on 4th Avenue from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm.
Rehabilitation in Motion - Get the Dirt on Gardening - 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 Noon
Gardening can be great exercise, but if the start of the garden season means increased aches and pains, join in for some body tips and stretches. Sign up for this free session at Echo Centre in the Sunshine Club office. The class will take place at Rehab in Motion at 2996 – 3rd Avenue. There is a limit of 15 seniors who can attend this session.
Rainbow Gardens/Tsawaayuus Tea - 1:30 p.m.
Rainbow Gardens residents and staff invite guests to come and share some quality time with them at a free Strawberry Tea on June 11 at 1:30 p.m. There will be free door prize draws. This event is open to 20 seniors, so pick up your free ticket at Echo Centre for this enjoyable afternoon.
Live Music at the Jade Restaurant - 7:00 p.m.
Plan for an evening of music and dining on Friday, June 11 at the Jade Restaurant. There is a 10% discount for seniors on your meal (excluding alcohol) and then at 7:00 p.m. enjoy the live music by B-Jay Harper and Diane Dvorak who will perform for your dining and dancing pleasure.
Saturday, June 12:
Visit the Industrial Heritage Society at the Old Arena - 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Members of the Industrial Heritage Society invite you to drop by the old arena located on 9th Avenue for a visit while they are having their regular Saturday work bee. The volunteers will be there to answer your questions and show you the historical trucks and trains from Vancouver Island that they have in storage and are working on restoring. There is no fee or tickets required. Just drop in and enjoy a visit with the volunteers from the Industrial Heritage Society.
Bank of Montreal – Tsahaheh Branch - 9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
The Bank of Montreal on Sproat Lake Highway will be having a Seniors Appreciation Day and will be offering complimentary coffee and cookies for all seniors visiting their branch on Saturday between 9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. They will also be offering a free raffle draw for a flowering plant, so be sure to drop by for a visit and get your name in on the draw. The draw will take place on Saturday, June 12.
Seniors’ Week Thank You
As Seniors’ Week comes to a close, Deb Barr and the Parks and Recreation staff would like to thank all of the groups, businesses, schools, media, and organizations who participated in saluting the seniors of our community and making this a special week. A big bouquet of thanks also goes out to the volunteers who helped on the organizing committee and to the Sunshine Club office volunteers for their help with the ticket distribution. The 25th Annual Seniors’ Week was a great success with a large variety of activities taking place. Thanks again to everyone!
Next Year’s Mailing List
If your business or group somehow missed being involved, but would like to make sure you are on the mailing list for next year’s event, please call Deb Barr at Echo Centre (250 720-2524) or email her at deb_barr@portalberni.ca. Thank you.
Connor Varley Commits to Alberni
PRESS RELEASE
June 4, 2010
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
The Alberni Valley Bulldogs would like to announce that 92 D Connor Varley has
commited to play for the Bulldogs for the 2010-11 season. Varley played for the
Northwood school in Lake Placid where he
registered 4 goals and 13 assists in 38 games.
" Connor is a great player that will add depth to
our blueline. We expect him to come in and
contribute at both ends of the rink, "comments
GM/Head Coach Paul Esdale.
The Northwood hockey program has produced
the following NHLers and Olympians; Tom
Mellor'68, Tony Granato '83, David Tretowicz '87, Jim Campbell '91, Chris Therien '90,
Mike Richter '85, Andrea Kilbourne-hill '98, and Craig Conroy '90.
For more information please contact GM/Head Coach Paul Esdale at 250.723.4412.
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I'm curious what everyone thought about the second intermission feature last night. Was it MORE, or LESS intense than the game on the ice? Wow. Watch it below if you missed it.
Here's a cool story - congrats to Mr. Hockey. I am lucky enough to have met Mr. Hockey. You won't find a better person!
Gordie Howe gets honorary degree, turning Mr. Hockey into Dr. Hockey
SASKATOON - The man known as Mr. Hockey has a new name Dr. Hockey.
National Hockey League legend Gordie Howe has received an honorary Doctor of Laws degree from the University of Saskatchewan in Saskatoon.
University president Peter MacKinnon said in a speech to graduates that Howe rose above adversity and overcame great odds to become a dominant figure in hockey.
MacKinnon also recognized Howe's charity work, including his Howe Foundation which raises money so that children can play hockey.
Howe, regarded as one of the best ever to play the game, was born in Floral, Sask., and grew up in Saskatoon.
The Hall of Famer won four Stanley Cups with the Detroit Red Wings in the 1950s and six Hart Trophies as the league's most valuable player.
The Alberni Valley Bulldogs would like to announce that
they have acquired the playing rights of 90 F Colton
Sobchak from the Merritt Centennials in exchange for
future considerations.
Sobchak, a 20 year old winger from Kelowna, has played
the last two seasons for the Merritt Centennials. In the 2008-
09 season, Sobchak posted 11 goals and 18 assists for 29
points. Last season, Sobchak continued to improve and
scored 19 goals and 33 assists for 52 points in 55 games.
"Colton is a proven scorer at our level. He can skate, shoot
and plays hard. He will make an immediate impact in our
lineup," comments GM/ Head Coach Paul Esdale. "We are very excited about acquiring
Colton and look forward to having him wear a Bulldog uniform in the upcoming season,"
adds Esdale.
For more information please contact GM/Head Coach Paul Esdale at 250.723.4412
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It's Tim Horton's Camp Day today all across Canada. Please get to Tim Horton's to take part in the festivities - buy a coffee, a "tent" enjoy the Hot Dog BBQ at Lunch time, etc.
This is all to support the Tim Horton Children's Foundation, to send a kid to camp! I'll be at Tim Horton's from 11 to noon so come see me and put me to work!
Two great sports stories! Congrats to the respective athletes and their families, as well as the coaches and organizations.
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Bulldogs Lewis Commits to Sacred Heart PRESS RELEASE June 1, 2010
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
The Alberni Valley Bulldogs are extremely pleased to announce that graduated player Tye Lewis has committed to Sacred Heart University for September 2010. Sacred Heart is a highly regarded NCAA Division 1 school in Fairfield Connecticut. The Pioneers play in the Northeast Conference of Atlantic Hockey.
Lewis came to the Bulldogs in December in a trade from the Trail Smoke Eaters that saw Curtis Tonello and Robert Lindores leave the Bulldogs. Lewis finished the season with 23 goals and 41 assists for
64 points in 54 games between Trail and Alberni. He was widely known for his big league shot, quick release, and his explosive speed.
When Lewis arrived in Alberni he was excited to be part of a strong team but he was also excited to be coming to an organization that had a great reputation for helping players move on to the next level of college hockey. "I knew playing in Alberni would give me the best chance of achieving my dream of playing division 1 NCAA hockey," said Lewis, "I owe the organization a lot for the work they did to help me realize that goal. I am looking forward to this next chapter in my life." Lewis will be pursuing an academic program in either Criminal Justice or Business.
"We are very excited for Tye" commented Bulldogs General Manager/Head Coach Paul Esdale, "Tye is an offensively gifted player that deserves this opportunity. Tye's hard work on and off the ice, combined with academic advisor Tom McEvays' guidance and direction, Tye's dream of playing Division 1 hockey has become a reality."
For more information please contact GM/Head Coach Paul Esdale at 250.723.4412.
Alberni Wrestling release …..
Savannah Toth Commits to University of Regina
Grade 12 ADSS wrestler Savannah Toth has committed to attend the University of Regina and wrestle on an athletic scholarship for their varsity Cougars team starting in September 2010.
Toth was a two time BC High School Champion at ADSS and was a three time National medalist including a National gold in 2008. She has been one of the most successful female athletes that the local program has had in their rich history.
Head ADSS wrestling coach John McDonald commented, "We are extremely proud of Savannah and very happy that she has decided to continue her wrestling career at the university level. She has had a tremendous high school wrestling career and we are confident she will have great success at university both athletically and academically."
University of Regina head wrestling coach Leo McGee was excited to land Toth for his wrestling team. "Savannah is a very strong student, and would make an outstanding addition to any varsity program. We are very excited about Savannah's decision to continue her education, and compete here at The University of Regina as a Cougar. On behalf of the University of Regina, I would like to thank Coaches John McDonald and James Messenger, the Alberni Wrestling Club, and all the coaches for their time in the development of this athlete."
Several university wrestling programs were recruiting Toth but in the end she decided that Regina was the best fit for her. Her final decision came after a trip to the Regina campus last week and meetings with coach McGee and his staff. Toth commented, "I just felt very comfortable with the coaches and the environment at the University of Regina. It was quite clear that they really wanted me there and this made my decision easier. I look forward to starting university in September and moving to the next level with my wrestling."
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