DECEMBER 2016/JANUARY 2017 ANNOUNCEMENTS BLACK BEAR HERB SCHOOL AND HERB GARDEN IN CUMBERLAND OFFERS WORKSHOPS AND CLASSES in herbal medicine for everyone interested in medicinal plants. We have beautiful Gift Certificates - great Christmas presents for the plant lover in your life. www. blackbearherb.com LEARN TO PLAY THE UKELELE. Lessons for begineers of all ages. Start today, it’s fun, don’t wait. ALSO I TEACH FRENCH TO ENGLISH PEOPLE AND I TEACH ENGLISH TO FRENCH PEOPLE. Don’t be shy; call me at 250336-8216, ask for Slim or leave a message. THE CUMBERLAND HERITAGE FAIR COMMITTEE IS LOOKING FOR INTERESTING OR UNUSUAL COLLECTIONS for display on Feb 18th, 2017. Please phone Nancy at 250-465-8845 IT’S THAT TIME OF YEAR! BECOME A MEMBER OR RENEW YOUR MEMBERSHIP AT THE CUMBERLAND MUSEUM AND ARCHIVES, or make a charitable donation. All donations above $50 receive a charitable tax receipt. Visit cumberlandmuseum.ca to learn about membership benefits. BROOKFIELD GARDENS For all your landscaping needs. Mowing, Hedge Trimming, Pruning and more! No job too big or too small. For a free quote call Matt at 250-218-7775 or email [email protected] WITH THE LATEST SHADES, AGE-FIGHTING SKIN CARE AND GREAT GIFT IDEAS, I can show you beautiful products suited just for you. Call me today to find more ways to look good and feel great! Carolyn Parker, Mary Kay Independent Beauty Consultant. 250-400-0264 www. marykay.ca/cparker RESHAPE YOUR RELATIONSHIP TO YOUR BODY. 12 week hypnosis program to love the body you have, lose or gain weight. Tap into the subconscious reasons other attempts may have failed. Includes 12 personal recordings for you to keep as a resource for lifelong change. Call Janet Cochrane, C.CHt 250-650-4722 and begin your journey today! www.ReSourceHolisticHealing.com

SEASON’S GREETINGS On behalf of Cumberland Council members and staff, Season’s Greetings to all. 2016 has been a busy and successful year for the Village. Thank you to all residents, volunteers and businesses for your contributions and participation in Village life, and your patience during 2016’s infrastructure work. You make Cumberland a wonderful community to live in. Have a safe and happy holiday and enjoy your family time together. Mayor Leslie Baird THE VALUE OF SILENCE Cumberland United Church is hosting twice monthly gatherings of Friends of Silence. This is an on going group which is open to all. We come together to reverence silence, prayer, contemplation, and the oneness of all creation as well as encouraging the life-giving energy that derives from silence. Our group is based on the model of the Friends of Silence, an international organization of all faiths and cultures that supports local groups to be in silence and prayer together. The format is simple – a short reading, 45 minutes of silence, a short time for sharing and a closing chant. The gatherings are held on the SECOND AND FOURTH TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH from 1:30 to 2:45 pm. Cumberland United Church is at the corner of First and Penrith. Contact [email protected] for more information. FREE: One gramaphone with old records included. Has been sanded down will need some TLC (handy person would love this to restore) Please call 250336-8244. GOT COMPUTER PROBLEMS? Certified computer tech will come to your home and solve them. Also can edit and proofread resumes, manuscripts, business plans, etc to give them a professional look. Fast service, reasonable rates. Over 15 years experience. Ellen 250-336-7944 FOR RENT: Cumberland United Church. First & Penrith. Upstairs - wonderful acoustics, seating for 150, reasonable rates. Downstairs - hall & kitchen, seating for up to 50. Contact the church, 250- 4007800. Leave your name and phone number along with the dates and times you wish to rent. We will return your call as soon as possible. ALL AROUND HANDYMAN SERVICES Gutter cleaning, prepackaged furniture assembly, weatherstripping replacement, door alignment and repair, hard to reach light bulbs, no job to small. For your free estimate call Jacyn @ 250-702-4799.

pause, rest, and realign. For appt schedule, look online at maitriliving.com, or text/call Ann Marie at 250-650-7952.

THE NEVERLAND YOU NEVER KNEW Join Courtenay Little Theatre for our holiday production of “ PETER AND THE STAR CATCHER”: funny, rollicking, riotous, action-packed entertainment! At the Sid Williams Theatre, Courtenay, Dec. 26 Matinee 2:00 pm - $ 20; Dec. 27, 28, 29, 30 evening 7:30 pm - $22; Dec. 31 evening 7:30 pm followed by a “Ring in the New Year event” - $20 Tickets: www.sidwilliamstheatre.com, 250338-2430

TRYSUM RAW DOG FOOD ~ delivering a Quality Raw Dog Food: House Blend Beef-30lb box $72.50 Chicken W/Bone-30lb box $72.50 Frozen in convenient portions. Ask about our Dog Treats! Why Feed Raw? Shinier Coats, Less Poop, Less Allergies and food sensitivities, Cleaner Teeth, Less joint inflammation, More energy CALL: 250 336-2021 EMAIL:[email protected] Like us on FB

HELP WANTED: Cumberland United Church requires a pianist and/or organist to assist with music for Sunday morning worship services from 10:30 am to noon. Music selected by the minister will be provided in advance. Compensation is $40/service. To inquire further about this position, please contact Rev. Elaine Julian at 250-205-0262 or [email protected]

RECREATION CENTRE - GYMNASIUM CLOSED FOR RENOVATIONS IN DECEMBER. The Cumberland Recreation Centre gymnasium will be closed December 5, 2016 to January 4, 2017 for renovations. The programs scheduled to run in the gymnasium will be moved to other Village facilities in order to accommodate this work. The weight room, commercial kitchen and squash courts will remain open. For more information please contact the Recreation Team at 250.336.2231.

WELCOME WAGON: If you are new to the Comox Valley or you know someone who is new call Charissa at 250-336-2275, or edelman.charissa@ gmail.com BABY WELCOME gift baskets are also available to families who have new babies. RENOS & REPAIRS. Fast & Friendly. I can do it all! All Rooms. Inside or Out. Kitchens, Bathrooms. Doors, Ceiling & Floors. Fencing, Decks, Siding, Trim, Ceramic Tiles. Roger @ 250-7921740 RENOS by ROGER. LIE DOWN. BREATHE DEEPLY. Stillpoint Studio offers Maitri Massage in Cumberland at $60 for 1.5 hrs. This relaxation massage helps you

FOR THE DECEMBER & JANUARY HOROSCOPES BY GEORGIA NICOLS check out our online copy of Cumberland’s “Little Paper” at CUMBERLANDBC.INFO or visit WWW.GEORGIANICOLS.COM

BURNING PERMITS. Recreational burning permits expire on December 31. Stop by the Village office to get your 2017 recreational burning permit free of charge. Search “burning” at cumberland.ca BUSINESS LICENCES. It’s time to renew your

Village business licence for the 2017 licence year. Drop into the Village office to renew or to apply for a new licence. Inter-community business licences are also available. Search “business” at cumberland.ca. DOG LICENCES. 2017 dog tags are now available at the Village office for all dogs over three months of age. The fee is $10 for a spayed or neutered dog, and $30 for a dog that is not spayed or neutered. Search “dog” at cumberland.ca. HOLIDAY SOLID WASTE SCHEDULE. There will be no changes to the solid waste schedule this year, since the holidays are on the weekend. Search “recycling” at cumberland.ca for information on what holiday packaging and gift wrap is recyclable. VILLAGE PROPERTY TAXES AND UTILITIES. Don’t forget to pay any outstanding property taxes and utility accounts before December 31. In January, any 2016 outstanding utility accounts will be transferred to your property taxes and will accrue interest starting January 1, 2017. Stop by the Village office or call 250-336-2291 to discuss payment options. CHINESE CEMETERY MONUMENT UNVEILING. There will be an unveiling of the new monuments and interpretive signage at the Chinese Cemetery this winter. Check cumberland.ca for updates.

WEEKLY EVENTS SUNDAYS WEEKLY CUMBERLAND UNITED CHURCH SUNDAY SERVICE AND CHILDREN’S PROGRAM at 11:00 am followed by refreshments. Every one of all ages and stages of life are very welcome to join us. Renew your spirit and meet a great group of folks. We are the red roofed church on the corner of First & Penrith. Church phone 250 400-7800. Our Minister is Elaine Julian 1-250-2050262. PLEASE NOTE THERE WILL BE NO SUNDAY MORNING SERVICE ON DEC 25TH OR JAN 1ST. WEEKLY SERVICE AT VIA COMOX VALLEY at 3pm. Come join us for a great time of Christian worship and teaching. We also provide a children’s program during our service for kids between the ages of 2-11. For more information check out our website at www.viacomoxvalley.ca or email Pastor Chad at [email protected] CUMBERLAND COMMUNITY CHURCH Sunday Service is at 10:30am. Located at 3rd and Penrith. Everyone is welcome. ROYSTON-CUMBERLAND LIONS CLUB hosts a “MEAT PACK BINGO” every Sunday, for all of 2016 at the Cumberland Hotel from 1 3pm. Total of 10 games at a cost of $1 per game with a maximum of two cards, plus a 50/50 draw. Once a month there will also be one game that will have a mega pack prize at a cost of $2 per game.

Snow and Ice  Control  

 

What   are   the   Village’s   snow   removal   priori es?  ● ●

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Main   transporta on   routes   to   provide   emergency   access   in   and   out  o   f   the  V   illage,   including  Cumberland   Road/Fourth   Street   and   Dunsmuir   Avenue/Royston   Road  Secondary   transporta on   routes,   school   and   bus   routes   to  a  llow   limited   movement   within   the  Village,   including   por ons   of   Egremont   Road,   First   Street,   and   Ulverston  R   oad   (to   the   school),  Kendal   Avenue,   Seventh   Street,   Bruce   Street,   Union   Road,  a  nd   Comox   Lake   Road  Residen al   roads 

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If   you   have   a  driveway   please   use   it,   otherwise  p   ark   as  f  ar   off   of   the   traveled   por on   of   the   road  as  p   ossible   without   blocking   any  p   art   of   a s  idewalk.   This   will   help   the   safe   passage   of   truck   plows  and   will   help   avoid   damage   to   your   vehicle.  Try   not   to   park  i n   the   same   spot   each  d   ay   so   truck   plows   can   clear   more   parking   areas.  Vehicles   parked   in   the  t  raveled  p   or on  o   f   the   road   or   blocking   snow   clearing   opera ons   may   be  towed  a  t   the   owner’s   expense.    The   Village   will   make   a  reasonable   a empt   to   contact   the   owner  of  a    vehicle   before   it   is   towed.   Contact   Dunn   Right   Towing   at   250‐650‐8697   or   Valley   Affordable  Towing   at   250‐218‐1062   if   your   vehicle   is   towed. 

 

Do   I  need   to   shovel   the   snow   in   front   of   my   residence   or   business?  ●

Property   owners   and   tenants   must   clear   snow  a  nd  i ce   from   the   sidewalk   in   front  o   f   their  property.  ● Residents   are   encouraged   to   shovel  s  now   behind  t  he   sidewalk  o   r   into   the   yard  a  nd   away   from  the   street.   This   will   prevent   truck   plows   from  r  eturning   the  s  now   back   to   the   driveway   and  sidewalk.  ● Business   owners  c  an   help   by   removing   sandwich   boards,   benches,   planters,   bike   racks,   and   all  other   items   from   the   sidewalk   when   snow   is   expected.  ● The   Village  m   ay   clear   snow   from   sidewalks   in   the   Village   core   and   on   school   routes   when  possible;   the   priority   is   to   keep   essen al   transporta on   routes   open.  ● Please   be   sure   to   use   ice‐mel ng   products   labelled   “concrete‐friendly”.  ● Help   reduce   the   risk   of   flooding   by   clearing   snow   and   debris   away   from   catch   basins   around   your  home   or   business.    For   more   informa on:  cumberland.ca  250‐336‐2291 

All are welcome to come and support us. Must be 19 years+. All proceeds used in the community. TUESDAYS WEEKLY Cumberland Centennial ROTARY invites you to join us for a breakfast meeting on Tuesdays at 7AM at the Cumberland Legion on Dunsmuir Ave. Check us out on Facebook at Rotary Club of Cumberland Centennial, or www.rotarycc.org. As Rotarians we stand for Service above self, comeand experience that! Interested in knowing more about Rotary? Please attend a meeting as our guest. Call local Rotarian Linda Oprica at 250-336-2636 TUESDAYS WEEKLY MAMACENTRIC: A drop in program for moms with newborn to toddler aged children. Tuesdays 3:30- 5 PM, Strong Start Room at Cumberland Community School. A great place to meet other women in your community. Tea & snacks provided, with fresh baking donated by Tarbell’s Deli. This program is offered by the Cumberland Community Schools Society with support from Success by 6. To register contact ccss.coordinator@gmail. com, 250-336-8511 ext. 76616 WEDNESDAYS WEEKLY Come support the Cumberland Community Schools Society! BINGO AT THE CUMBERLAND LEGION every Wednesday. Doors open at 6:30. Game starts at 6:45 PM. Beginners welcome! SATURDAYS WEEKLY COMOX VALLEY FARMERS’ MARKET 10:00-1:00 Native Son’s Hall Courtenay Fabulous Food for all your foodie friend’s and family’s gifts! And for your regular grocery shopping too: Greens, carrots, potatoes, leeks, squash of all kinds. Plus beef, lamb, water buffalo, pork, rabbit, chicken, eggs and honey, yogurt and cheese, baked goods of all kinds including special diets, healthy body products, along with chocolate, salt and spice mixes, soups, sauces and preserves, take home meals, wine, cider and spirits and even something for your pet! Come taste the difference local makes! Fmi: cvfm.ca [email protected] or on facebook.

COMMUNITY CALENDAR THURSDAY, DECEMBER 1 INTRODUCTION TO HERBS TALK. Fundraiser for Perseverance Creek Streamkeepers Society. Come and enjoy a couple of hours learning about herbs - and support beautiful Perseverance Creek. Time:12:00 - 2:00pm Cost $20. All proceeds to PCSS. Email [email protected] FRIDAY, DECEMBER 2 Studio B Gallery is thrilled to launch the 4th Annual 10 UNDER 100 SHOW! We will celebrate with an artist reception at 7pm, festive drinks and foods, music and bonfire. All ages are welcome! Sonia Stastny, the gallery curator, is proud to showcase works by artists new to Studio B as well as popular artists from the guild’s roster. Don’t miss this chance to see and purchase original, cutting-edge art from local artists! 2704 Dunsmuir Ave. 7 to 11pm.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 3 R.C.Legion. Br.28 CUMBERLAND MEAT DRAW 3 - 5:30.p.m SUNDAY, DECEMBER 4 R.C.Legion Br.28 CUMBERLAND 1.00p.m.

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MONDAY, DECEMBER 5 HERITAGE COMMISSION MEETING at 5:30 pm at 2675 Dunsmuir Avenue next to the Fire Hall. View meeting agendas at cumberland.ca. WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 7 Herbs to Help Manage Stress Workshop. Learn about herbs that will strengthen and nourish you, and help you to manage stress. Time: 12:00 2:00pm. Cost: $40 Location: Black Bear Herbs in Cumberland. Email [email protected] to register THURSDAY, DECEMBER 8 KIDS MOVIE NIGHT. 6 pm: ALICE THROUGH THE LOOKING GLASS. Disney invites you to step through the looking glass and join Alice, the Mad Hatter, Cheshire Cat and the Red Queen on a wild ride back to Wonderland! The adventure begins when Alice embarks on a daring quest to save her dear friend the Hatter (Johnny Depp). Plunging back into the whimsical, topsyturvy world of Wonderland with all her old companions and a host of zany new ones, Alice must take on Time himself to right a past wrong, find her muchness ... and remember that nothing is impossible. Starring: Mia Wasikowska, Johnny Depp, and Helena Bonham Carter. FRIDAY, DECEMER 9 R.C.Legion.BR.28 CUMBERLAND SOUP & SANDWICH 11.00-1.00p.m. HERBS FOR ANIMAL FRIENDS WORKSHOP Learn how to use herbs to care for your animals. Workshop for Kids 10 - 14 years old. Time: 12:30 - 2:30pm Cost $40 Location: Black Bear Herbs, Cumberland Email [email protected] to register SATURDAY, DECEMBER 10 R.C.Legion. Br.28 CUMBERLAND MEAT DRAW 3 - 5:30.p.m SATURDAY, DECEMBER 10 PLEASE JOIN US FOR THE 3RD ANNUAL SPIRIT OF KIDS CHRISTMAS CRAFT FAIR at the extremely warm and inviting Royston Community Club on Saturday December 10 from 11:00 to 3:00. All items are kid crafted and the event is free. So far we have; Christmas decorations; feathered, felted and glass. Mini gnome dolls, magnets, French Canadian potato candy, bracelets, cat toys, felted critters, headbands, garlic breadsticks and much more baking and many more crafted items that remain a mystery! DON’T MISS THE DODGE CITY TABLE TENNIS TOURNEY, presented by Cumberland Recreation this Saturday Dec. 10. Doors open at 8:30 am at the cultural centre for warm up. Round robin play begins at 10 am sharp. $20 to register

The Comox Valley’s answer to affordable fashion opened their doors in May 2010. With a unique west coast vibe and playful esthetic, West & Co. continues to bring a fresh consignment boutique shopping experience to our Village. With a passion for high-quality clothing, great service, environmental stewardship, and with over 1350 consignors you’re sure to find something new and incredible to love every time you visit. Designer • Hand-made • Vintage • Retro. West & Co. Consignment also has gift certificates, handcrafted jewellery, gorgeous scarves & many more great gift ideas!

Rare Bird Bookshop offers a finely curated blend of new and used books, beautiful children’s books, tarot cards, art prints, cards and pottery. With books on subjects ranging from gardening to romance, spirituality to political activism, architecture to incense. We have a little something for everyone, so pop by for a visit! New to the shop are honey, beeswax, and tea in the shop from Hives 4 Humanity and Earth’s Herbal! Looking for something in particular but don’t see it on the shelf? Rare Bird Bookshop will happily special order!

We are proud to hand pick and carry our beautiful products for you and the ones you love, predominantly from local artisans and North American Companies. Smoking Lily, Elementerra Art Studio, Lumen Handmade candles, Black Spruce Leather, Toad in Tree, Saltspring Island’s Bees Wax Works candles, Bonspiel Handmade Leather Goods, and Woven Wares from Victoria are just a few of the exceptional companies we feature. Now carrying amazing footwear including Manitobah Mukluks moccasins as well as classic sandals, clogs and boots by Birkentstock too!

Handcrafted in Cumberland, our artisan truffles and treats bring you the joy of indulgence and allow you to give the gift of a true chocolate experience, or keep it all for yourself. We use organic, fair trade chocolate, and create super yummy, inspired flavours for you to love. All soy and gluten free, and contains no junk - this is world class quality, right in your backyard! Our espresso bar proudly serves locally roasted Rhodos Coffee to pour classics, such as Americanos, to our signatures, like Killer Mochas, Dark Sides and the hottest Hot Chocolate in town!

in singles $10 extra for doubles, Juniors under 17 cost $5 to play. Spectators are welcome free. To register call Adam Kuzma 250-203-7235 or email for info [email protected] or register on line at VITTA.ca, deadline to register is Dec 8th. This is a fundraiser for the Cumberland Table Tennis club that plays at the cultural centre every Sunday 2-5:30 and Monday’s 4-6:30. $3.00 drop in fee and everyone is welcome to come and have some fun and try our new ping pong robot! SUNDAY, DECEMBER 11 From 3:00-5:30pm at the Abbey Studio “CUMBERLAND SNOW” SONGS AND STORIES FROM THE HEARTH with Joanna Finch, Sean Mooney and friends. $15 Advance $20 at the door. Tickets at Riders Pizza, Bop City and Blue Heron Books. Presented in support of the Cumberland Culture & Arts Society and The Woodstove Arts Festival. MONDAY, DECEMBER 12 VILLAGE OF CUMBERLAND COUNCIL MEETING at 5:30 pm at 2675 Dunsmuir Ave. next to the Fire Hall. View meeting agendas at cumberland.ca. THURSDAY, DECEMBER 15 NFB DOCUMENTARY “WHEN THE MILL CLOSES” at the Cumberland Library 6 pm: 53 mins | French | English subtitles. For decades, the pulp and paper industry was the jewel in the crown of Canada’s economy. Through lucid testimonials by former workers, Simon Rodrigue’s When the Mill Closes delves into the industry’s glorious past, gauging the true impact of mill closings on local populations and on the way the forest is managed. FRIDAY, DECEMBER 16 THE ABBEY STUDIO WINTER HAFLA, 10th annual studio fundraiser/solstice celebration/ dance recital. Come enjoy an inspiring evening of dance by students, teachers and special guests. Suggested donation at the door $10, 7:30PM, all ages welcome. FMI 250 218-0704

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 17 LAST FARMERS’ MARKET OF 2016! Come get your Christmas fixin’s, gifts for someone special and all things local food. Next market Jan 7th 2017! Native Son’s Hall, Courtenay 10am - 1pm Fmi: cvfm.ca [email protected] or on facebook. R.C.Legion. Br.28 CUMBERLAND MEAT DRAW 3 - 5:30p.m. SATURDAY, DECEMBER 24 CHRISTMAS EVE CANDLELIT SERVICE at Cumberland United Church on Dec 24 at 6 pm. Please join us for this 100 year old Cumberland tradition. All children are welcome to take part in the Nativity Scene. No experience is needed and costumes are provided. SUNDAY, DECEMBER 25

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WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 28 From 6:30-9:30pm an EVENING OF NEW YEAR JOURNALING INTENTION SETTING. Material excess and overachievement only bring dissatisfaction and exhaustion. Focusing on and expressing joy and gratitude allows life prosperity to flow! Reverse the Equation. Come for a small group evening of New Year Intention setting through journaling and hypnosis. Bring your subconscious goals to the forefront and set them in motion for an empowering and truly successful 2017! Locally hand crafted Journal, group hypnosis and appys included. $65/pp. Co-hosted by BetwixtBindings.ca and ReSourceHolisticHealing.com. Call 250-650-4722 to reserve your place. THURSDAY, DECEMBER 29 ADULTS’ MOVIE NIGHT at Cumberland Library 6 pm: Captain Fantastic. Deep in the forests of the Pacific Northwest, isolated from society, a devoted father dedicates his life to transforming his six young children into extraordinary adults. But when a tragedy strikes the family, they are forced to

The Art Scene - by Bette Kosmolak December is Art! Art! Art! Studio B’s (aka Virgin Hair Salon) 10 Under 100 show is their 4th annual group exhibition. All of the art will be near or under $100. Show opens the evening of Fri Dec 2. Bargains! Bargains! Hustle to two art shows on the same evening? It will be worth it. Art Alchemy’s Square Foot Show - a plethora of artists who have all created works that are all12”x12” - opens Fri Dec 2, 6-9 pm at 362C 10th St, Courtenay (above United Carpets). Art starts to walk off the walls as soon as the show opens so get there early. Sat, Dec 10, 10 am-5 pm is the 9th annual TinTown Artist’s Christmas Sale and Open House. Mapped and numbered candy canes will mark your way around this unique village of artists. Stop in for coffee and a snack at the Red Tree Cafe, also featuring art as well as a craft market. Lisa Kirk’s The Pure Possibilities of the Untamed Artist art show and sale is at 1986 Cumberland Rd (Courtenay) on Sun Dec 11 from 11am-5 pm. Lots of colourful mixed media pieces as well as some of the best nibbles in town. Later, take in the volunteers’ Square Foot Show at the Pearl Ellis Gallery (Comox) which runs until Dec 18. Or the Christmas Craft Fair at Comox Valley Art Gallery (Courtenay). It’s their 42nd annual show and this year features over 60 local and regional artists. And just as you are settling down to January, take up the 30-day drawing challenge with the CV Arts Council. Recalibrate your brain and draw something every day for 30 days...starting Jan 2 - because who is going to do this on Jan 1st? Check out their website or post your daily drawings @comoxvalleyarts on facebook, twitter, instagram or pinterest and tag with #cva30DC and #tddc.

MOMMY MOVES

2016/2017 DECEMBER & JANUARY RECREATION

Cultural Centre & Gymnasium Mondays & Wednesdays, 10:15 - 11:15 am Jan 4 - Feb 8, $99 / 11 $10 drop in

LITTLE TUMBLERS

PURE TRAINING BOOTCAMP

CHAIR FIT

1 - 3 years & parent • Gymnasium

Gymnasium

50 years & over • OAP Hall

Mondays, 10:30 - 11:15 am Jan 16 - Mar 13, $52 / 8

Tuesdays, 6:00 - 7:00 pm, $8 drop in

Tuesdays, 10:00 - 10:45 am Jan 10 - Feb 14, $30 / 6

CLIMBERS & TUMBLERS

Weight room

3 - 5 years • Gymnasium

Mondays, 11:30 am - 12:15 pm Jan 16 - Mar 13, $64 / 8

KID’S PLAY

3 - 5 years • Gymnasium Mondays, 12:30 - 2:00 pm Jan 16 - Mar 13, $64 / 8

COURAGEOUS CLIMBERS 6 - 8 years • Gymnasium

Thursdays, 3:30 - 5:00 pm Jan 12 - Feb 9, $50 / 5

JUNIOR CLIMBERS

9 - 12 years • Gymnasium Tuesdays, 3:30 - 5:00 pm Jan 10 - Feb 7, $50 / 5

KIDSART CLUB

6 - 12 years • Cultural Centre

STRETCH & STRENGTH Tuesdays & Thursdays, 6:30 - 7:30 pm Ongoing, $3.50 drop in

IYENGAR YOGA

Cultural Centre (Tue) • Frelones (Wed) Tuesdays, 9:30 - 11:00 am Jan 10 - Mar 14, $120 / 10 Wednesdays, 6:30 - 8:00 pm Jan 11 - Mar 15, $120 / 10

Mondays & Wednesdays 9:00 - 10:00 am, Jan 9 - Feb 1, $64 / 8 Cultural Centre Thursdays, 6:00 - 7:00 pm Jan 5 - Feb 16, $56 / 7

Fridays, 9:10 - 10:10 am Jan 6 - Feb 10, $48 / 6

Waverley Hotel

Cumberland Recreation Kitchen

Cultural Centre

Mon & Wed, Ongoing 7:00 - 7:30 pm (4 - 8 yrs) 7:30 - 8:30 pm (9 yrs & up) $50 /10 pass (adults try 1st class free)

PAINT, SIP & EAT

ITALIAN COOKING

POWER HOUR SPIN

Wednesdays, 5:30 - 6:30 pm Jan 4 - Feb 15, $56 / 7

LADIES SELF DEFENSE

Learn to paint in a relaxed environment. Food & Bev sold separately. Instructor: Artist Sally Podmore Sunday, Jan 15, 6:30 - 9:30 pm, $20

PURE TRAINING SPIN

RED DRAGON TAEKWONDO

Come and enjoy a game of cards. Wednesdays, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Jan 11 - Mar 29, $1.50 drop in

Instructors: Paul Sitko (Taekwondo), Wayne Baxter (Gung Fu), Peter Song (Brazilian Jujitsu) Saturday, Jan 21, 9:00 - 1:00 pm $30 (Proceeds to Women’s Shelter)

Weight Room

Tuesdays, 5:50 - 6:50 am Jan 10 - Feb 14, $48 / 6

50 years & over • OAP HALL

Cultural Centre

CIRCUIT CITY

Thursdays, 10:00 – 11:30 am Jan 19 - Feb 23, $99 / 6

Youths & Adults • Cultural Centre

DROP IN CARDS & COFFEE

Instructor: Chef Alberto Pozzolo Friday, Jan 20, Pasta & Sauces 6:00 - 8:30 pm, $30/ session Check out cumberland.ca for other programs we offer, plus complete program descriptions.

WINTER HOURS

TOTAL BODY FIT

Monday - Friday 7:00 am - 9:00 pm Saturday - Sunday 9:00 am - 4:30 pm

Tuesdays & Thursdays, 8:45 - 9:45 am Ongoing, $7 drop in

Closed on all statutory holidays

50 yrs & over • Gymnasium

250.336.2231 [email protected] cumberland.ca

2665 Dunsmuir Avenue Cumberland, BC V0R 1S0

leave this self-created paradise and begin a journey into the outside world that challenges his idea of what it means to be a parent and brings into question everything he’s taught them. Starring: Viggo Mortensen, George MacKay, and Samantha Isler. SATURDAY, JANUARY 7 STARTING ON JAN 7TH EVERY SATURDAY from 10am - 1pm at the Native Son’s Hall Courtenay COMOX VALLEY FARMERS’ MARKET IS BACK! We missed you! Come find all your local food in one spot. Greens and sprouts, beef, lamb, water buffalo, pork, rabbit, chicken, eggs and honey, yogurt and cheese, baked goods of all kinds including special diets, healthy body products, along with chocolate, salt and spice mixes, soups, sauces and preserves, take home meals, wine, cider and spirits and even something for your pet! Fmi: cvfm.ca [email protected] or on facebook.

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 11 INTRODUCTION TO HERBS TALK Fundraiser for the Cumberland Community Schools Society. Come and enjoy learning about herbs and support the CCSS Cost: $20 Time:12:00 - 2:00pm Location: Black Bear Herbs in Cumberland Email [email protected] to register FRIDAY, JANUARY 13 Kids Medicine Making Workshop Learn how to make salves, lip balms and syrups in this fun, hands-on class. Kids 10 - 14yrs. Cost $40 Time 12:30 - 2:30pm LETTER FROM THE EDITOR, by Kathryn West Location: Black Bear Herbs, Cumberland This issue marks the end of the 8th year of my publishing Currently Cumberland. When I started this paper I had no Email [email protected] to register idea how big an impact it would have on my life; how many WEDNESDAY JANUARY 18 wonderful people in our community I would meet and MEDICINE MAKING WORKSHOP become such great friends with.

I chose to raise my family here because of the small town charm, the incredible potential for fun, the forest trails, our beautiful lake, and the rich and diverse history. My children SUNDAY, JANUARY 8 Cumberland Fire Rescue Society’s CHRISTMAS have grown into incredibly happy and caring, socially and TREE BURN AND BONFIRE at the Village environmentally aware people thanks to this community.

Park parking lot near the BMX track. Drop off your tree after 10 am by donation with proceeds to charity. Gather around the bonfire from 4 pm to 7 pm for a cup of hot chocolate and a hot dog with Cumberland’s volunteer firefighters and first responders. MONDAY, JANUARY 9 VILLAGE OF CUMBERLAND COUNCIL MEETING at 5:30 pm at 2675 Dunsmuir Avenue next to the Fire Hall. View meeting agendas at cumberland.ca.

I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for helping make Cumberland the best little village on Vancouver Island. Thank you to the small businesses, and the many non-profits for all that you do, enriching our options and protecting our precious resources.

Learn how to make salves, lip balms, syrups, poultices, tinctures etc in this fun, hands-on class. Cost $85 Time 10:30 - 2:30pm Location: Black Bear Herbs, Cumberland Email [email protected] to register. blackbearherb.com

THINKING OF WALKING THE CAMINO DE SANTIAGO IN 2017? On Wednesday January 18 at 7pm, join Janet Cochrane as she shares her experience, answers your questions and offers her perspective on how to bring the gifts of the This holiday season take the time to be grateful, to say journey home. Call 250-650-4722 for details. thank you, check on your neighbours, walk in the woods, watch the kids skating on the pond, browse our local little MONDAY, JANUARY 23 shops, slow down on the slippery roads, and please re- Village of Cumberland COUNCIL MEETING at member to give a little back to those less fortunate. 5:30 pm at 2675 Dunsmuir Avenue next to the Fire Happy Holidays Villagers, Kathryn

Hall. View meeting agendas at cumberland.ca.

Cumberland Volunteer Fire Department 250-336-2531

Going into December the rain storms so far this year for Cumberland have been heavy and long. They will continue but best to be prepared for everything: snow, rain, wind, and whatever may come our way. There is plenty of info on the internet to cover preparedness but I would just like to mention some safety points to be aware of around Cumberland. First of all the creeks around the forest areas can rise very fast and can be dangerous so please be very careful around them as they can be flowing very fast at times. Also ice safety: if we have a cold winter everyone likes the ponds to play on and even fish. Some of these are quite deep and it’s not so good to play on thin ice. The highways outside of Cumberland can pool a lot of water in rain storms so just a reminder coming home or leaving the Village beware of hydro planing and have good tires for the winter. In rain, snow, or ice storms refrain from using cruise control and simply slow it down a little out on the highway. Our department is out on the highway often because of this problem; people just traveling too fast for the road conditions. So please , take care out there, lets all make it a safe winter season. I hope our message is getting out as we did have a few fatalities out there last winter. Some of the incidents, when I look back at them, could have been much worse and lucky they were single car accidents. Also we need to take care driving and even parking around the Village. Make sure we don’t park too close to corners and that our vehicles are not sticking out on the roadway. We have been doing a really good job these last few months with all the construction on Dunsmuir. We’ve had very few incidents; I think everyone is using caution. Also we need to have patience and look out for each other on the congested road areas. Now for some fire safety talk. This is a great time to check Smoke and Carbon Monoxide alarms, not just the batteries but test if they are working. Practice your fire safety plan with your family. Also make sure wood stoves and gas appliances are in good running condition. This time of year you will be using your clothes dryer more and you need to not only clean your dryer screen but give it a wash and make sure water will run through it. Please don’t overload your plugs and make sure you have good clear area around your baseboard heaters. I would like to also recommend that we do not use candles when we get power outages. Try some LED lighting; they are very cheap these days and I think they cost less than candles. They are very safe if you fall asleep or knock one over; you might only kill the batteries. Christmas lighting can easily over load your circuits so you need to be careful there. So if all the safety checks are done in your house I’m sure you will have a good safe winter and a Merry Christmas. If you have questions or need our help or information call the Fire Hall, leave a message and I will try and get back to you as soon as possible. Prevention is proven to yield very good results. We are still looking for some more residents to join our Department to protect our community. We are grateful for the ones we have and I know there are more outstanding residents out there that could help us. If you like to help others, if when you help someone you get a sense of pride and fulfillment, can you give up some of your time to help and protect our elderly and our children and all residents when they call for help? Then you’re the person we need to come and join others like you. I would like to wish everyone a very Merry and Safe Christmas and Happy New Year. - Cumberland Fire Chief Mike WIlliams

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 25 COAL CREEK HISTORIC PARK ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING at 10 am at 2675 Dunsmuir Avenue next to the Fire Hall. View meeting agendas at cumberland.ca. THURSDAY, JANUARY 26 Herbs for Digestion Workshop Learn how herbs help improve your Digestion. Great workshop to take before you cleanse or fast. Cost $40 Time:12:30 - 2:30pm Location: Black Bear Herbs, Cumberland Email [email protected] to register. blackbearherb.com FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 3 The Abbey Studio at 1st & Penrith Ave. presents AN EVENING OF PERSIAN TRADITIONAL AND SACRED DANCE PERFORMANCES featuring international touring artist and scholar Farima Berenji, Simorgh Dance Collective and friends. The show will be followed by a Sema Gathering aka Sufi Whirling and poetry, everyone is welcome to participate. Doors 7:30, performance 8-9PM, Sema Gathering 9-10:30PM. Sliding scale $1015 at the door. FMI contact Cathy Stoyko 218-0704 SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 4 ZIKR AKA SUFI HEALING CIRCLE WITH FARIMA BERENJI at the Abbey Studio 7:30PM, suggested donation $10 at the door. FMI 250 218-0704

LET IT SNOW, LET IT SNOW, LET IT SNOW Winter has come, and with it, the promise of snow. The next time Ullr turns our village into a beautiful winter wonderland, take a moment to step outside and savour the beauty of an individual snowflake. There is a saying that no two snowflakes are alike, and while there can be a stunning diversity of snowflakes, a closer look will show that they fall into a few basic types. While temperature and humidity affect a snowflake’s eventual shape, most exhibit some form of symmetry because of the ordered, hexagonal arrangement of the water crystals. This creates six-sided snowflakes with six-fold symmetry. Scientists used to think snowflakes could be categorized into seven basic shapes, but now they think there are 39 basic kinds of solid precipitation! If winter is too warm for snowflakes, a great online resource is the Smithsonian Institute Archives, which has a gorgeous collection of 19th century photographs by Wilson “Snowflake” Bentley, as well as some fun indoor snowflake activity ideas. For a more modern look, check out the photographs by Alexey Kljatov, who takes breathtaking pictures of snowflakes with a home-made rig. This is a continuing series on how to make math relevant for your child. Join us as we find different ways to introduce math and science concepts as the seasons change. Head over to our Facebook page at www.facebook. com/learncomoxvalley to find out about the 39 shapes, Kljatov’s method and more. Learn Comox Valley is a Cumberland-based tutoring and educational support company. Contact us at [email protected] or 250-739-9395 to find out more.

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WINTER COMMUNITY PROGRAMS COMMUNITY BINGO

RED CROSS BABYSITTING COURSE Ages 11-15 Learn basic first aid and caregiving skills. Saturday January 14, 9 AM – 4:30 PM Instructor: Baird’s First Aid Services $60/participant

LOVING THE TEEN YEARS?!? A PARENTING WORKSHOP

Wednesday nights at the Cumberland Legion (no bingo Dec 21 or 28). Doors open 6:15 PM, first game at 6:45 PM. You can join the game anytime before 9:30 PM. Everyone welcome! Net proceeds support CCSS programs & services.

MAMACENTRIC

An interactive workshop for parents of teens and pre-teens designed to enhance communication skills and create supportive, healthy relationships at home. Wednesday, February 15, 6:30 – 8:30 PM Instructor: Christina Willard-Stepan $15/participant

BODY BLAST BOOTCAMP

Childcare provided by donation. Tuesdays and Thursdays 5:45 or 7 PM Call Trainer Dana Dixon at 250-702-4209 for more info.

A weekly meeting place for moms with newborn to toddler aged children. Tuesdays 3:30 – 5 PM A free, drop-in program offered with support from Success by 6. Delicious fresh baking donated each week by Tarbell’s Deli!

INFANT MASSAGE CLASSES

Tuesdays 10- 11 AM February 7-28 Instructor: Kirsten Werner, RMT $25/4 sessions Join the class at Kirsten’s massage therapy and wellness studio, 2835 Bruce Street, Cumberland

For more information or to register please contact us at 250-336-8511 ext. 76616 [email protected]. Don’t see anything that interests you? Send us an email with your programming wish list!

UPCOMING EVENTS

9th ANNUAL SANTA’S BREAKFAST FUNDRAISER

Sponsored by Cumberland Dental Centre and Sitka Silviculture, with support from the Village of Cumberland Sunday December 4th, 8:30 - 11:30 AM at the CRI Hall Admission by donation. Proceeds support our lunch program, after-school programming and youth centre.

REEL YOUTH FILM FESTIVAL

is back in Cumberland on March 4th! We are currently seeking local film submissions. Filmmakers must be under 19, but can have adult assistance. Films need to be under 5 minutes in length. FMI and a submission form, please email Kate Ashton at [email protected]

BECOME A CCSS MONTHLY DONOR!

Interested in supporting CCSS and the programs & services we offer? Become a monthly donor or make a one time donation via www.canadahelps.org or check your mailbox for our annual appeal. Help us raise the funds needed to operate our youth centre, build a skatepark or support our lunch and after-school programs.

Beginner Woodworking. Photos by Crystal Clear Photography

CCSS is a registered charity that promotes lifelong learning, health and well-being by providing a variety of programs and services to Cumberland residents. You can find us online at www.cumberlandcommunityschools.com or follow us on Facebook.