PostHeaderIcon Laughing, smiling faces walk for harmony

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050912_walk-for-harmonyLaughing, smiling faces walked the streets of Williams Lake, many, wearing bright pink t-shirts to symbolize a strong message; it’s time to stop racism.

The Walk For Harmony hosted by the CMHA strolled into its eighth year. Multiculturalism program manager Bettina Schoen says the walk in Williams Lake began after a series of racism incidents some years ago.

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PostHeaderIcon 100 Mile penny drive

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050912_penniesThousands of pennies are poured onto a table for sorting. They’re counted, rolled and stocked away. Alone, they’re insignificant coins of little value, but together they can make a big difference.

In 100 Mile House, this woman’s name has become somewhat synonymous with the 1 cent piece. After hearing about Ottawa’s decision to withdraw the coin from circulation and cease production – Jamie Hughes got an idea – a new purpose for the penny. And add up it did.

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PostHeaderIcon Glass Slipper Boutique

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Browsing a clothing rack filled with everything shining and sparkly, colourful and stylish.  From dresses all the way down to shoes for that special night - even jewellery and accessories.

The items in this chic-boutique could be found in any high-end shop but one thing you won’t find here are high-end price tags.  In fact, all of the dresses at the Glass Slipper Boutique are for Lakecity grads who want the outfit of their dreams without having to break the bank.

Nicole Grant is looking for the perfect dress for her special night and says borrowing one at no cost to her is the best option.  

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PostHeaderIcon 'Crimes of the Heart' is a trip back in time

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Live theatre in Williams Lake, BCPrepare to take a trip back in time -- all the way to the 1970’s.  From top to toe, the Williams lake Studio theatre has been steeped in the era of sea foam rotary phones and vibrant kitchen colours.  

Set in Mississippi, 'Crimes of the Heart' tells the story of a group of sisters whose lives are turned upside down.

First-time director Colleen Crossley says this production is a perfect balance of drama and humour, just like real life.

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