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Volleyball
Date: Nov 16, 2009
Entry: The local high school has been rebuilding their volleyball teams. Both the junior and senior girls team won some good games against tough opponents this year and ended the season strong and no matter whether they won or lost they kept smiles on their faces and made sure to congratulate one another and their opponents at the end of a game.
Volleyball
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Date: Nov 16, 2009
Entry: The local high school has been rebuilding their volleyball teams. Both the junior and senior girls team won some good games against tough opponents this year and ended the season strong and no matter whether... more
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Pottery Program Enhances Culture in Princeton
Date: Nov 16, 2009
Entry: Princeton has a thriving Pottery Studio located in Riverside Centre. Our community is invited to take part in pottery classes for adults and children,workshops or become a member of Princeton Potter's Guild. The studio has 3 potter's wheels, one of them graciously lent to us by a past member, and tables for handbuilding. Riverside Centre has a resident professional pottery instructor. Princeton Art Council provides a small kiln for firing. Making objects out of clay is a therapeutic activity for all ages and is enjoyed by all who try it and a real asset to our small community of Princeton.
Pottery Program Enhances Culture in Princeton
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Date: Nov 16, 2009
Entry: Princeton has a thriving Pottery Studio located in Riverside Centre. Our community is invited to take part in pottery classes for adults and children,workshops or become a member of Princeton Potter's... more
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Going ride in New Mexico
Date: Nov 13, 2009
Entry: A local girl took her rodeoing talents to the next step by qualifying to compete at the world's largest rodeo. She qualified at the B.C. High School Finals. The annual National High School Finals Rodeo was in Farmington, New Mexico. THe local student competed in the Break-Away Roping and the Goat-Tying.
Going ride in New Mexico
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Date: Nov 13, 2009
Entry: A local girl took her rodeoing talents to the next step by qualifying to compete at the world's largest rodeo. She qualified at the B.C. High School Finals. The annual National High School Finals Rodeo... more
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Artist's Heaven
Date: Nov 13, 2009
Entry: Our wonderful little town is heaven for the creative soul. The incredible landscape is accessible within minutes for painters and sketchers, the community rich with human subjects and town scenes. For performing arts aficionados, we have very enthusiastic, live local theatre as well as visiting performing artists, all of whom are enjoying our Riverside Centre facilities. Riverside has quickly become a vibrant arts and cultural nurturing ground for everyone, young and old. The cost of living is reasonable and the climate agreeable. What more could a creative person need to get the juices flowing?
Artist's Heaven
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Date: Nov 13, 2009
Entry: Our wonderful little town is heaven for the creative soul. The incredible landscape is accessible within minutes for painters and sketchers, the community rich with human subjects and town scenes. For... more
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A Season to Taste
Date: Nov 12, 2009
Entry: Our local paper has been running a column called "A Season to Taste" for many years. The column has a weekly recipe made mostly from west coast ingredients. The column has a story to go along with each recipe. Most of the ingredients are easy to find and the recipes easy to make. It is one more way healthy living in Princeton is made a little bit easier.
A Season to Taste
Date: Nov 12, 2009
Entry: Our local paper has been running a column called "A Season to Taste" for many years. The column has a weekly recipe made mostly from west coast ingredients. The column has a story to go along with each... more
Good water for all
Date: Nov 12, 2009
Entry: For the most part. Princeton has great water. There are a couple of areas, however, that do not have the water flow they need to have good water. For years, the community has been trying to get enough funding together to expand the water system to the Industrial Park, the airport and surrounding residences and the area called East Princeton. This year is the year. Healthy good drinking water is coming their way very soon. The pipes are in and the town is working on the final stages.
Good water for all
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Date: Nov 12, 2009
Entry: For the most part. Princeton has great water. There are a couple of areas, however, that do not have the water flow they need to have good water. For years, the community has been trying to get enough... more
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Commemoration of D-Day
Date: Nov 12, 2009
Entry: Freedom Route 3-a military convoy cruised its way into Princeton in memory of D-Day 65 years earlier. 65 years ago, Canadians waged an incredible battle at the beaches of Normandy. Their bravery liberated Europe and stopped a horrifying reign of tyranny. It was a day for the young to learn about the past that has given them the freedom they have today to live healthy both physically and mentally. It as a day for all who attended to be grateful.
Commemoration of D-Day
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Date: Nov 12, 2009
Entry: Freedom Route 3-a military convoy cruised its way into Princeton in memory of D-Day 65 years earlier. 65 years ago, Canadians waged an incredible battle at the beaches of Normandy. Their bravery liberated... more
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Gone but not forgotten
Date: Nov 12, 2009
Entry: The passing on of two well loved men in our community spurred the Vermilion Forks Field Naturalists into erecting a memorial in their honour. In true style, the group made the memorial useful and something to be enjoyed in nature. Many volunteer hours went into the pouring of concrete, erecting poles, hand-painting signs, collecting information and so much more. The end result was a bench that overseas the beauty of Swan Lake Bird Sanctuary and a sign like no other. The artistic creation tells the story of Swan Lake and gives hikers one more thing to enjoy while out on their excursions.
Gone but not forgotten
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Date: Nov 12, 2009
Entry: The passing on of two well loved men in our community spurred the Vermilion Forks Field Naturalists into erecting a memorial in their honour. In true style, the group made the memorial useful and something... more
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combining arts and sport
Date: Nov 11, 2009
Entry: The mayor offered to proclaim "Arts and Culture week" at the ballet, as long as he could wear his hockey gear!!!!
We will honour his commitment
combining arts and sport
Date: Nov 11, 2009
Entry: The mayor offered to proclaim "Arts and Culture week" at the ballet, as long as he could wear his hockey gear!!!!
We will honour his commitment
Legacies 2010 Arts Catalyst Grant
Date: Nov 11, 2009
Entry: In June the Arts Council applied for funding for a website to communicate locally and provincially. We were proud to receive an Arts Catalyst grant . Quite soon you'll find us at princetonarts.ca
Legacies 2010 Arts Catalyst Grant
Date: Nov 11, 2009
Entry: In June the Arts Council applied for funding for a website to communicate locally and provincially. We were proud to receive an Arts Catalyst grant . Quite soon you'll find us at princetonarts.ca
Grads Vs. RCMP
Date: Nov 10, 2009
Entry: Every year the graduating class from the local high school has an all out battle on ice with the local RCMP detachment. Teachers, paramedics, firefighters and parents get in on the fun too. The game includes some mock fights and other silliness. It is another way the people of Princeton get through those mid-winter blues.
Grads Vs. RCMP
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Date: Nov 10, 2009
Entry: Every year the graduating class from the local high school has an all out battle on ice with the local RCMP detachment. Teachers, paramedics, firefighters and parents get in on the fun too. The game... more
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Smile of the week
Date: Nov 10, 2009
Entry: Every week one of the local papers has a "smile of the week." The kids love having their picture in the paper and it makes everyone smile
Smile of the week
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Date: Nov 10, 2009
Entry: Every week one of the local papers has a "smile of the week." The kids love having their picture in the paper and it makes everyone smile
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Good for the heart
Date: Nov 10, 2009
Entry: They say that a glass of wine now and again is good for the heart. The Princeton Rotary club has an annual wine tasting and appie night. It has become a popular event. Between the laughing, the wine tasting and the fun, the evening is more than good for the heart, it is good for the soul. Our local Rotary club is a wonderful hard-working organization and they help Princeton get rid of the mid-winter blues with this great night.
Good for the heart
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Date: Nov 10, 2009
Entry: They say that a glass of wine now and again is good for the heart. The Princeton Rotary club has an annual wine tasting and appie night. It has become a popular event. Between the laughing, the wine... more
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CPR Paying it Forward
Date: Nov 10, 2009
Entry: A program called Advanced Coronary Treatment (ACT) has been implemented in parts of Canada to train teachers the life-saving skills of CPR. School District #58 embraced the program wholeheartedly and 12 teachers participated. The purpose of the program is for the teachers to learn CPR and then, teach it to the students. Our local high school hopes to have all its students CPR trained as they graduate. It is a valuable life saving skill that could truly mean the difference between life and death for a stranger, a friend, a co-worker, or a family member. It is a skill everyone should have.
CPR Paying it Forward
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Date: Nov 10, 2009
Entry: A program called Advanced Coronary Treatment (ACT) has been implemented in parts of Canada to train teachers the life-saving skills of CPR. School District #58 embraced the program wholeheartedly and... more
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The personal side to Heart Month
Date: Nov 10, 2009
Entry: One local family mixed their business, Heart Month and a personal family struggle together to raise money for the Children's Heart Network. Every Tuesday in February, they donated the proceeds from their customers to the Children's Heart Network. Their daughter has undergone numerous heart surgeries with more to come. She has been a trooper through it all and the family wanted to give back. They surpassed their fundraising goal and are pleased the money will be going right back to an organization who has helped them so much.
The personal side to Heart Month
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Date: Nov 10, 2009
Entry: One local family mixed their business, Heart Month and a personal family struggle together to raise money for the Children's Heart Network. Every Tuesday in February, they donated the proceeds from their... more
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Osprey Lake Corn Roast
Date: Nov 9, 2009
Entry: Every year the rural residents of Princeton who live near Osprey lake get together for some family fun. For the 26th year, the corn roast fun day went ahead with the help of some great volunteers. Over 40 dozen free cobs of corn were handed out. There was a fishing derby, a bike parade, horseshoes, bocce and a canoe race. Everyone had a wonderful day and a few new stories to tell by the end.
Osprey Lake Corn Roast
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Date: Nov 9, 2009
Entry: Every year the rural residents of Princeton who live near Osprey lake get together for some family fun. For the 26th year, the corn roast fun day went ahead with the help of some great volunteers. Over... more
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Teachers Promote Healthy Living
Date: Nov 9, 2009
Entry: It takes dedication and commitment to try to improve health habits but teachers in Princeton are working hard at doing just that. Teachers are giving Princeton children the tools they need for healthy living. They are setting positive examples, giving up lunch hours and evenings for student activities, incorporating hands on healthy living lessons and teaching the basics of health. Thank you Princeton teachers for encouraging my children to live healthy.
Teachers Promote Healthy Living
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Date: Nov 9, 2009
Entry: It takes dedication and commitment to try to improve health habits but teachers in Princeton are working hard at doing just that. Teachers are giving Princeton children the tools they need for healthy... more
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Swimming Successes
Date: Nov 9, 2009
Entry: Princeton Kokanee Summer Swim Club encourages local youth to keep active during the summer months while introducing them to the challenge and excitement of competition. Emphasis is on participation and having fun. It is great to watch the kids cheer each other on during races. This past year Princeton had four youth qualify to participate in the Summer Swim Provincials in Abbotsford. Way to go Princeton.
Swimming Successes
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Date: Nov 9, 2009
Entry: Princeton Kokanee Summer Swim Club encourages local youth to keep active during the summer months while introducing them to the challenge and excitement of competition. Emphasis is on participation and... more
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Bunchgrass Quilters
Date: Nov 9, 2009
Entry: Our community is filled with volunteers without which so many things would not happen. The Bunchgrass Quilters do their part for the community by making and donating quilts to traumatized children. These are just an example of the quilts that have been given with love to children who have been traumatized in some way. Perhaps they have witnessed violence, perhaps they have been abused in some way; perhaps they have lost their home in a fire or have been in a car accident. Whatever the trauma is, these children can wrap themselves in a quilt and know that somebody, somewhere, cares about them.
Bunchgrass Quilters
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Date: Nov 9, 2009
Entry: Our community is filled with volunteers without which so many things would not happen. The Bunchgrass Quilters do their part for the community by making and donating quilts to traumatized children. These... more
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Our Music Festival
Date: Nov 8, 2009
Entry: Each year Princeton hosts the Princeton Traditional Music Festival. Over a hundred performers share their music with townsfolk and tourists. The best thing about the festival is that it's free!
Our Music Festival
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Date: Nov 8, 2009
Entry: Each year Princeton hosts the Princeton Traditional Music Festival. Over a hundred performers share their music with townsfolk and tourists. The best thing about the festival is that it's free!
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Building Ice Castles...an active, cooperative event for kids
Date: Nov 8, 2009
Entry: The students teamed up in multi-age groups to create colourful ice castles. The most memorable ice castles were made of ice cut from the lake brought in by parents. The students also brought containers of ice from home to use in their ice sculptures. One group made a giant Chinese dragon sculpture from ice and snow.
Building Ice Castles...an active, cooperative event for kids
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Date: Nov 8, 2009
Entry: The students teamed up in multi-age groups to create colourful ice castles. The most memorable ice castles were made of ice cut from the lake brought in by parents. The students also brought containers... more
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Allenby Weeds
Date: Nov 8, 2009
Entry: Nestled amongst the autumn brush were beautiful weeds. Check out the fall colours and take a look at the weeds on your next walk into the woods.
Allenby Weeds
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Date: Nov 8, 2009
Entry: Nestled amongst the autumn brush were beautiful weeds. Check out the fall colours and take a look at the weeds on your next walk into the woods.
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Snow in October
Date: Nov 7, 2009
Entry: Winter came early this year and snow covered JA School Community Garden.
Snow in October
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Date: Nov 7, 2009
Entry: Winter came early this year and snow covered JA School Community Garden.
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Local Produce Grown in Children's Garden
Date: Nov 7, 2009
Entry: We had a wonderful harvest on the first season of the jA School Community Garden. The students enjoyed sampling carrots, beans, zucchini, peas right out of the garden. The cabbages turned into cole slaw and borscht soup. Pam's prize veggies turned out to be the never ending crop of cucumbers, sweet and crispy!
Local Produce Grown in Children's Garden
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Date: Nov 7, 2009
Entry: We had a wonderful harvest on the first season of the jA School Community Garden. The students enjoyed sampling carrots, beans, zucchini, peas right out of the garden. The cabbages turned into cole slaw... more
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Balding for Dollars
Date: Nov 7, 2009
Entry: Dedicated students raise money for cancer research by get their hair chopped or shaved at the school.
Balding for Dollars
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Date: Nov 7, 2009
Entry: Dedicated students raise money for cancer research by get their hair chopped or shaved at the school.
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