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Thanks for everything!
Date: Jan 4, 2010
Entry: Yesterday we received your box of goodies. MY ROOM JUST EXPLODED WITH EXCITEMENT. Stanley already has a Pitt Meadows pin attached to his hat. He has been loved and cuddled so many times! My children are waiting until Nov.6 to put on the Armstrong pins. We are going to use your cheese. That was a great surprise. Megan's picture with Stanley, along with your letter are proudly displayed on our hall window. Before we send Stanley back to you(He must have a feast of salad and grilled cheese sandwiches) we are going to take pictures of him around the school and we are also going to city hall with him. I would like to bet that Armstrong will be on the minds of my students in the summer. I'm going to encourage them to personally visit the wonderful lady who responded to my e-mail. You are terrific. Thank you so very much. Submitted by Ms. Seko Pitt Meadows Elementary School 4/5 Class
PS - the Big Garganzola (aka the teacher) thanks you so very much!
Thanks for everything!
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Date: Jan 4, 2010
Entry: Yesterday we received your box of goodies. MY ROOM JUST EXPLODED WITH EXCITEMENT. Stanley already has a Pitt Meadows pin attached to his hat. He has been loved and cuddled so many times! My children... more
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lunches again
Date: Jan 4, 2010
Entry: Wow I just heard a story about the line ups of kids and the laughter in the halls as they go to pick up their lunches. Awesome Job everyone
lunches again
Date: Jan 4, 2010
Entry: Wow I just heard a story about the line ups of kids and the laughter in the halls as they go to pick up their lunches. Awesome Job everyone
lunches
Date: Jan 4, 2010
Entry: It is amazing how great it feels to hear stroies about the love in this town. take a look for Brown bag stories
lunches
Date: Jan 4, 2010
Entry: It is amazing how great it feels to hear stroies about the love in this town. take a look for Brown bag stories
Brown Bags
Date: Jan 4, 2010
Entry: everyday we prepare brown bags for the school kids in our community. 22 to one school alone
Brown Bags
Date: Jan 4, 2010
Entry: everyday we prepare brown bags for the school kids in our community. 22 to one school alone
Chamber Member shows support for 2010 Games
Date: Jan 4, 2010
Entry: Terry McKinty, Manager of Askews' Foods in Armstrong, submitted his name to be considered as a torchbearer for the 2010 Torch Run. Our community and our Chamber of Commerce are thrilled he was chosen - and will be carrying the torch right here in Armstrong! Terry has been a great support of local businesses, organizations and the Chamber of Commerce. We think this is a great choice - well deserving for a genuinely nice guy. Terry - we will be cheering you on as you bear the torch through Armstrong on January 26th! Congratulations!
Chamber Member shows support for 2010 Games
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Date: Jan 4, 2010
Entry: Terry McKinty, Manager of Askews' Foods in Armstrong, submitted his name to be considered as a torchbearer for the 2010 Torch Run. Our community and our Chamber of Commerce are thrilled he was chosen -... more
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At the end of the rainbow
Date: Jan 4, 2010
Entry: Coming down Pleasant Valley Road one day after a storm, I was thinking about an upcoming event and how fortunate I was to have the opportunity to work with some great volunteers, energetic youth, and in a great community! I love my job at the Chamber of Commerce & Visitor Centre - the work is never the same from one day to the next and being a small Chamber, we plan and organize many of the events that happen. I am happy that we are able to call Armstrong home - and the seeing the rainbow that afternoon put it all into perspective. What was at the end of the rainbow - a pot of gold of course! I believe those who live, work and play here already know that we have won the gold medal - for communities that is!
At the end of the rainbow
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Date: Jan 4, 2010
Entry: Coming down Pleasant Valley Road one day after a storm, I was thinking about an upcoming event and how fortunate I was to have the opportunity to work with some great volunteers, energetic youth, and in... more
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My Favoritre Torchbearer
Date: Jan 4, 2010
Entry: I'm proud to say that not only is my family participating in the Armstrong Torch Day events, but we will also be going to watch my sister carry the torch as well as watching the Opening and Closing Ceremonies on tv in hopes of spotting her there. This is a great community with so much to offer, come out and have fun!!!!!!!
My Favoritre Torchbearer
Date: Jan 4, 2010
Entry: I'm proud to say that not only is my family participating in the Armstrong Torch Day events, but we will also be going to watch my sister carry the torch as well as watching the Opening and Closing Ceremonies... more
My first class picture!
Date: Jan 4, 2010
Entry: Hi there - it's me Stanley - the Armstrong Visitor Centre Mascot again. Just wanted to show you a couple of pictures from my trip to visit the students at Pitt Meadows Elementary School 4/5 Class. Those students sure learned a lot about Armstrong, and I was happy to go there and share my Spirit with them! And the class was great about sharing their grilled cheese sandwiches with me! Thanks Pitt Meadows Elementary 4/5 class! Submitted by Stanley
My first class picture!
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Date: Jan 4, 2010
Entry: Hi there - it's me Stanley - the Armstrong Visitor Centre Mascot again. Just wanted to show you a couple of pictures from my trip to visit the students at Pitt Meadows Elementary School 4/5 Class. Those... more
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It is amazing!
Date: Jan 4, 2010
Entry: Thank you for sending all the gifts including Stanley. He is so cute. My class and I added the pin to his hat. I learned that Armstrong is 50 N and 119 W. I also learned that Armstrong is really known for its cheese! Before doing our Armstrong Day, I didn't know how many types of cheese there are. It is amazing!
Pitt Meadows Elementary School
It is amazing!
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Date: Jan 4, 2010
Entry: Thank you for sending all the gifts including Stanley. He is so cute. My class and I added the pin to his hat. I learned that Armstrong is 50 N and 119 W. I also learned that Armstrong is really known... more
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A Real Cheesy Blast!
Date: Jan 4, 2010
Entry: Thanks so much for sending Stanley and also thanks for the cheese. It was pretty good. We used the cheese for our grilled cheese sandwiches which were good. Also we did the Cheese Weeze not the Hokey Pokey. It was a blast. A REAL CHEESY BLAST ARMSTRONG THAT IS! ASAP - send Stanley again. Thanks for everything.
From Pitt Meadows Elementary School
A Real Cheesy Blast!
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Date: Jan 4, 2010
Entry: Thanks so much for sending Stanley and also thanks for the cheese. It was pretty good. We used the cheese for our grilled cheese sandwiches which were good. Also we did the Cheese Weeze not the Hokey Pokey.... more
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What a surprise!
Date: Jan 4, 2010
Entry: Dear Visitor Centre Staff: What a surprise when we came home from work on a Friday night and found your packet! Nobody here had expected to get back the camera with most of our photos from out trip to Canada and you can imagine that we all were overcome with joy. I know my parents had contacted you already to express their thanks but I too wanted to say thank you so much for all your efforts to help us. Without your help we would never have managed to share the memoirs of a wonderful trip to Canada and to British Columbia.
Kind Regards, Andrea
What a surprise!
Date: Jan 4, 2010
Entry: Dear Visitor Centre Staff: What a surprise when we came home from work on a Friday night and found your packet! Nobody here had expected to get back the camera with most of our photos from out trip to... more
Many hands make light work!
Date: Jan 4, 2010
Entry: A very successful afternoon of cutting fabric for the scarves took place upstairs at Hassen Hall yesterday. There were about 14 people there and things went very well. Every color of fleece was cut into scarves, with the exception of the green fleece, which should arrive today. If you missed the workbee, there are 2 more opportunities to take part, one Monday at 4:00 and another one on Tuesday at 4:00. Bring a friend - bring your leftover Christmas baking to share! Submitted by Shirley
Many hands make light work!
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Date: Jan 4, 2010
Entry: A very successful afternoon of cutting fabric for the scarves took place upstairs at Hassen Hall yesterday. There were about 14 people there and things went very well. Every color of fleece was cut into... more
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Those who care - will share!
Date: Jan 4, 2010
Entry: The purpose of the Armstrong Spallumcheen Medical Equipment Loan Cupboard is to provide medical equipment to residents who may need short or long term items such as electric beds, crutches, walkers, etc. It is as easy as calling the great volunteers there and arranging pick up and/or delivery. What a great service for our community!
Those who care - will share!
Date: Jan 4, 2010
Entry: The purpose of the Armstrong Spallumcheen Medical Equipment Loan Cupboard is to provide medical equipment to residents who may need short or long term items such as electric beds, crutches, walkers, etc.... more
Schubert supports the games anyways!
Date: Jan 4, 2010
Entry: Hi there - my name is Schubert and I am one of the mascots at the Armstrong Spallumcheen Visitor Centre. I have been really excited about the games since the announcement in Vancouver - and could hardly wait to send in my name to be a torchbearer for the 2010 Torch Run. I worked very hard on the application - I even talked the boss into letting me wear one of the Visitor Centre 2010 vests for a photo complete with how I would look carrying the torch. Unfortunately, I wasn't chosen to be a torch bearer - something about not being allowed to carry the torch and my cheese - apparently they were worried about the mess melted cheese might cause. And as much as I love the Torch Run and the Games I love my cheese - that is why I am so healthy! Anyways - even though I won't be carrying the torch through our community, I will be cheering on those who are - and cheering on our athletes during the games. I wonder if our live site is serving cheese?...
Schubert supports the games anyways!
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Date: Jan 4, 2010
Entry: Hi there - my name is Schubert and I am one of the mascots at the Armstrong Spallumcheen Visitor Centre. I have been really excited about the games since the announcement in Vancouver - and could hardly... more
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Seniors Supporting the 2010 Games
Date: Jan 4, 2010
Entry: Not a group to sit by on the sidelines, the Armstrong Seniors Activity Centre has been supporting the spirit of the games by participating on the 2010 Torch Run Community Committee. The Seniors Activity Centre will be serving refreshments to help spectators warm up while waiting for the torch to arrive. They will also be provided bathroom facilities as needed. Thanks for your support! Submitted by Nancy Visser
Seniors Supporting the 2010 Games
Date: Jan 4, 2010
Entry: Not a group to sit by on the sidelines, the Armstrong Seniors Activity Centre has been supporting the spirit of the games by participating on the 2010 Torch Run Community Committee. The Seniors Activity... more
Supporting the 2010 Winter Games by supporting future athletes
Date: Jan 4, 2010
Entry: Dave and Janice are thrilled to support their granddaughter, Alexis, who plays ringette with the Armstrong Enderby Ringette team. Alexis has been chosen to play for the Okanagan Zone at the 2010 BC Winter Games being held in Terrace. Way to go Alexis - who knows - maybe we will be cheering Alexis on during the 2014 Olympic Games.
Supporting the 2010 Winter Games by supporting future athletes
Date: Jan 4, 2010
Entry: Dave and Janice are thrilled to support their granddaughter, Alexis, who plays ringette with the Armstrong Enderby Ringette team. Alexis has been chosen to play for the Okanagan Zone at the 2010 BC Winter... more
Supporting the Games!
Date: Jan 4, 2010
Entry: Shirley is the co-chair of the 2010 Torch Run Community Committee, as well as being involved with Communities in Bloom, the Armstrong Food Initiative, Spirit of BC Committee and the current president of the Interior Provincial Exhibition, as well as being a member of the City of Armstrong Council. She has been very involved ensuring that all committee members follow through on their tasks - and she is one of the first to volunteer no matter what the task. Yesterday she was supporting the spirit of the games by helping out at the workbee to cut the scarves for the community participants. We are sure the next few weeks will be busy for her - thanks for taking time to support the games and your community Shirley!
Supporting the Games!
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Date: Jan 4, 2010
Entry: Shirley is the co-chair of the 2010 Torch Run Community Committee, as well as being involved with Communities in Bloom, the Armstrong Food Initiative, Spirit of BC Committee and the current president of... more
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Not just business
Date: Jan 3, 2010
Entry: In town, we have a great little restaurant called the Brown Derby Cafe. The Brown Derby is known for it's menu items made with locally grown and/or raised food, seasonal favorites (great peach pie!), and an atmosphere that is like no other. Behind the scenes, the owners quietly help where they can - community dinners, free family events, seniors get togethers - they are always willing to help out. Even on Canada Day, where the chef willing sat in the dunk tank to help raise funds for free family events! Thanks Brown Derby
Not just business
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Date: Jan 3, 2010
Entry: In town, we have a great little restaurant called the Brown Derby Cafe. The Brown Derby is known for it's menu items made with locally grown and/or raised food, seasonal favorites (great peach pie!), and... more
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Olympic Volunteer
Date: Jan 3, 2010
Entry: Patti Ferguson, CAO City of Armstrong, is using her holiday time to volunteer at the 2010 Olympic Games. Patti will be volunteering at BC Place, where she will make sure that other volunteers at her site are comfortable, safe, on time, at the right location, taking their breaks, providing them with food vouchers, bus passes, equipments and everything else they might need to do their volunteer tasks. In addition to the Olympic Games volunteer opportunity, Patti also volunteers with Abbeyfield House, 2010 Torch Run Community Committee, Interior Provincial Exhibition and Rotary - just to mention a few of her other activities. Thank you for volunteering - we look forward to hearing your Olympic stories when you return!
Olympic Volunteer
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Date: Jan 3, 2010
Entry: Patti Ferguson, CAO City of Armstrong, is using her holiday time to volunteer at the 2010 Olympic Games. Patti will be volunteering at BC Place, where she will make sure that other volunteers at her site... more
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Balmy Armstrong
Date: Jan 3, 2010
Entry: Armstrong has to be one of the most desirable places in BC to live...for those who cannot handle large amounts of snow this is the place to be...warm weather, beautiful open blue skies,snow covered mountains in the background...ahhhhh tranquail...
Balmy Armstrong
Date: Jan 3, 2010
Entry: Armstrong has to be one of the most desirable places in BC to live...for those who cannot handle large amounts of snow this is the place to be...warm weather, beautiful open blue skies,snow covered mountains... more
A walk a day keeps the doctor away?
Date: Jan 3, 2010
Entry: Local doctors are supporting a new program 'Physician Engagement' in partnership with Active Communities. The program will see doctors encouraging less active residents to begin a walking program which will see health benefits - and hopefully see residents who take an active role in maintaining a lifestyle which will reward them with a happy and long life.
A walk a day keeps the doctor away?
Date: Jan 3, 2010
Entry: Local doctors are supporting a new program 'Physician Engagement' in partnership with Active Communities. The program will see doctors encouraging less active residents to begin a walking program which... more
Supporting 2010 Olympic Games Volunteers
Date: Jan 3, 2010
Entry: Our family cannot all be at the games as volunteers, but we are thrilled to support our daughter-in-law, Cecile, as she volunteers at the games. Cecile will be grooming the ski runs/slopes during the games. We hope her grooming efforts will ensure that Team Canada does well - and we will be cheering both Cecile and our Canadian Ski Team on during the games! Submitted by Rea Smith, Community Volunteer
Supporting 2010 Olympic Games Volunteers
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Date: Jan 3, 2010
Entry: Our family cannot all be at the games as volunteers, but we are thrilled to support our daughter-in-law, Cecile, as she volunteers at the games. Cecile will be grooming the ski runs/slopes during the games.... more
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Keeping Active in the Winter
Date: Jan 3, 2010
Entry: Who needs equipment to keep active during the winter? No one in Armstrong after a snowfall! Get outside and shovel your driveway and sidewalks to stay active, enjoy the fresh air and build a sense of community by chatting with your neighbours!
Keeping Active in the Winter
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Date: Jan 3, 2010
Entry: Who needs equipment to keep active during the winter? No one in Armstrong after a snowfall! Get outside and shovel your driveway and sidewalks to stay active, enjoy the fresh air and build a sense of community... more
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How I am supporting the 2010 Olympics in our community
Date: Jan 3, 2010
Entry: As a member of the 2010 Torch Run Community Committee, I have the opportunity to volunteer to help with planning an implementation of events that will help celebrate the Torch Run. As a member of the community, I have also attended the Spirit of BC events for the last several years - which have helped build support of the games and increase the sense of participation in our community. I am looking forward to watching the games and cheering on our athletes by watching them on television and gathering with our community at the live sites. Go Canada!
How I am supporting the 2010 Olympics in our community
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Date: Jan 3, 2010
Entry: As a member of the 2010 Torch Run Community Committee, I have the opportunity to volunteer to help with planning an implementation of events that will help celebrate the Torch Run. As a member of the community,... more
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How I am supporting the 2010 Winter Olympic Games
Date: Jan 3, 2010
Entry: Although I cannot attend the 2010 Olympic at the official venues, I will be supporting Canada's athletes and cheering them on by watching the games on television and at our official live site. Submitted by Bonnie Pardell.
How I am supporting the 2010 Winter Olympic Games
Date: Jan 3, 2010
Entry: Although I cannot attend the 2010 Olympic at the official venues, I will be supporting Canada's athletes and cheering them on by watching the games on television and at our official live site. Submitted... more
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