Gold River Buzz

RBC in Gold River on Tuesdays

Via RBC Campbell River:

As 2011 draws to a close and the New Year is upon us, I would like to thank the Gold River community for welcoming us to help and assist you with your Banking needs.

We would like to remind the Gold River community that RBC is open for business. We have a representative in Gold River on Tuesdays (road conditions permitting) to meet with customers to discuss any of your financial needs. Our services and advice range from Everyday Bank accounts, Business Services, Investment and Retirement Planning as well as assistance with purchasing your new home.

Please feel free to contact the local Campbell River Branch at 1-250-286-5510 to set up a time for a representative to meet with you on a Tuesday in Gold River or to schedule a time to meet at the Branch in Campbell River. Thank you again for your warm welcome and support, we look forward to working with you in 2012!

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Debris from Japan tsunami

Debris from Japan tsunami washes up on B.C. shores

Tofino mayor finds sock, toothbrush; items arriving sooner than expected

By Denise Ryan, Vancouver Sun; With Vancouver Sun Files

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UFC 141 at The Gold River Legion

Come watch UFC 141 on the new 9 foot High Definition screen at the Gold River Legion!

Non members are always welcome, please sign in at the door.

Friday, December 30th at 7:00pm following the meat draw.

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Haven Gallery Closing

via Haven Moreton:

It is with much sadness I’m reporting Haven Gallery will be closing its doors December 31, 2011. This venture has been predominantly successful and I warmly and deeply thank everyone for making the gallery the beautiful and amazing art sanctuary that it is. ~H

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School Board Office Closed Until Jan 2nd

ATTENTION:
THE SCHOOL BOARD OFFICE
WILL BE CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC FROM
DECEMBER 19, 2011 to JANUARY 2, 2012 INCLUSIVE.
IN THE CASE OF AN EMERGENCY,
PLEASE CONTACT
250-283-9261 or 250-283-9298.

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New Highway Cam

If you frequent the Drive BC website, you may have noticed a new live webcam for Highway 28 between Campbell River and Gold River.

We all know that the weather and road conditions can often change dramatically on our highway, but it’s great to check out before heading into Campbell River.

DriveBC Webcams

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iPod Winner

Congratulations to Diane Norman - the winner of the Gold River Skating Club iPod raffle. Thank you to everyone for supporting the Gold River Skating Club!

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Christmas Eve Candlelight Service

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Gold River Food Bank Thanks You

via Rob Hoffman

Thanks, Gold River, for your continued generosity. I am no longer surprised but again proud of our community. Thanks to you, this past year we have been able to assist everyone who has come for a little help in their time of need. If you have ever been in such need (as I have been myself) you know what that “little bit of help” can mean. We want to thank Brad Unger and SuperValu for working with us so closely all year long, as well as the many community and school groups who help supply the bank, often in very creative ways (if you would like to know how a pizza can be turned into a can of veggies for the bank ask Mr. Levering at GRSS sometime). And naturally I want to thank Heather Warwick, who for many, is the face of the Food Bank. She works tirelessly to make things work. Thank you Heather.

At this point in time, even following the Christmas Hamper distribution, your bank has food on the shelves and some money in the (other kind of) bank. Thus, as usual, there are no planned food drives in the near future, but your regular till tape and food donations are always welcomed. Your help is appreciated by those you have helped – nameless though they be.

And never forget, if you have even a small need for food assistance, or know someone who does, please contact myself or Heather. There’s help, and it’s confidential.

Thank you all and Merry Christmas everyone! God bless! Happy New Year!

Rob Hoffman

Rob Hoffman 283-7241 -Christian Fellowship church office

Heather Warwick 283-7319 -

Christmas/Winter Odds & Sods

My bookmark folder is overflowing (thanks to Pinterest), so I thought I would do a little bit of early Spring cleaning and share some of the neat Christmassy ideas I’ve found.

Blow Frozen Bubbles – we haven’t tried this one yet, (although we’ve had ample opportunity) but it seems like a neat way to keep the kids busy on a cold day outdoors.

As long as the temperature is below zero, the bubbles will freeze and shatter when they fall to the ground!

Make a puffy snowman: Use equal parts white glue and shaving cream.

Easy outdoor (or indoor) Christmas tree: Wrap wire tomato cages in lights, flip upside down – voila!

A different type of wreath for your door: An old picture frame (painted to your liking) ribbon for a bow and a few Christmas decorations! Easy peasy!

Here’s an easy popsicle stick craft for your door – simple and pretty!

Here’s a neat way to make snowflakes – dip the end of an evergreen branch in white paint!

A great recipe for Christmas morning: North Pole Strawberry Smoothie

INGREDIENTS:

1 package (10 oz) frozen strawberries in syrup, partially thawed and undrained
1/4 cup water
2 cups vanilla frozen yogurt
2 tablespoons vanilla reduced-fat yogurt
1 strawberry-flavored or peppermint candy cane, finely crushed
Green decorating gel

DIRECTIONS:

1. Place strawberries and water in blender. Cover and blend on medium-high speed until slushy. Blend on medium speed until smooth. Transfer to 2-cup measure.

2. Wash and dry blender. Place frozen yogurt and reduced-fat yogurt in blender. Cover and blend on medium speed until smooth.

3. Place crushed candy cane on small plate. Pipe decorating gel around rim of two 12-ounce glasses. Dip rims into crushed candy.

4. Carefully pour yogurt mixture and strawberries at the same time into glasses, creating a half-and-half design. Serve with large drinking straws if desired.

Last but not least, don’t forget the free site Magic Santa.