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The planter underneath the Church of St Paul sign on Barriere Town Road received a good grooming recently thanks to Glen Andrews, Mel Schmidt, Laura-Ann Farquharson and an unidentified volunteer.

Spring clean up for Church of St Paul

Thanks to parishioners and volunteers church planter gets spring cleaning

The planter underneath the Church of St Paul sign on Barriere Town Road received a good grooming recently thanks to Glen Andrews, Mel Schmidt, Laura-Ann Farquharson and an unidentified volunteer.
One of the vendors chatting with some shoppers.

Farmer’s Market not slowed by the rain

Barriere Farmer’s Market on the grass at Sam’s Pizza last Thursday did a brisk business

One of the vendors chatting with some shoppers.
There is no mistake that spring has arrived when bikers take to the open road. A large number of motorcycles were recently spotted parked in front of Little Fort’s Hi Five Diner. Inside the riders filled the restaurant, not just enjoying the food, but also socializing with each other and sharing road travel experiences. Pictured are two of the bike riders posing for a photo under a sunny sky before getting back on the road.

Great weather for riding a motorcycle

There is no mistake that spring has arrived when bikers take to the open road

There is no mistake that spring has arrived when bikers take to the open road. A large number of motorcycles were recently spotted parked in front of Little Fort’s Hi Five Diner. Inside the riders filled the restaurant, not just enjoying the food, but also socializing with each other and sharing road travel experiences. Pictured are two of the bike riders posing for a photo under a sunny sky before getting back on the road.
Barriere Elementary School students were spotted last week exercising on the oval at Fadear Park in readiness for upcoming competitions. The girls take their exercising seriously and say they enjoy being able to do it in the outdoors now that the snow and ice is long gone.

Students get stretching for sports and fitness

Barriere Elementary School students were spotted last week exercising in Fadear Park

Barriere Elementary School students were spotted last week exercising on the oval at Fadear Park in readiness for upcoming competitions. The girls take their exercising seriously and say they enjoy being able to do it in the outdoors now that the snow and ice is long gone.
A ‘Coffee and Company’ gathering takes place in the Church of St Paul activity room every Tuesday morning from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., with congregation member Norma Venne hosting the weekly gatherings. Everyone is welcome to stop in for a bit of conversation, cake, coffee or tea. Pictured enjoying the company and conversation last Tuesday are: Blake Munce, Reverend Brian Krushel, Glen Andrews, Norma Venne, Keith Peterson, Mel Schmidt, and Wiccan the dog.

Church offers coffee and good company every Tuesday

A ‘Coffee and Company’ gathering takes place in the Church of St Paul activity room every Tuesday

A ‘Coffee and Company’ gathering takes place in the Church of St Paul activity room every Tuesday morning from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., with congregation member Norma Venne hosting the weekly gatherings. Everyone is welcome to stop in for a bit of conversation, cake, coffee or tea. Pictured enjoying the company and conversation last Tuesday are: Blake Munce, Reverend Brian Krushel, Glen Andrews, Norma Venne, Keith Peterson, Mel Schmidt, and Wiccan the dog.
The Bergstrands from Sun Hills Apiaries at Heffley Creek had their honey for sale, noting they think bees are fascinating creatures. During the winter season the bees require lot of care, but during the summer the bees are doing their work. They explained the bees only fly about 3km, and their apiaries are located in an area that is far enough removed from any agricultural activities that might use pesticides.

Local Winter Farmer’s Market offers quality products

Barriere Farmer’s Market at the Senior’s Hall provides select and quality products for area residents

The Bergstrands from Sun Hills Apiaries at Heffley Creek had their honey for sale, noting they think bees are fascinating creatures. During the winter season the bees require lot of care, but during the summer the bees are doing their work. They explained the bees only fly about 3km, and their apiaries are located in an area that is far enough removed from any agricultural activities that might use pesticides.
Maureen Williams wants your stamps.

Save your used stamps and support cancer patients

Funds are raised collecting used postage stamps that are turned into the Kamloops Chapter of the Cancer Society

Maureen Williams wants your stamps.
Area resident Bruce Wolfwer’s garden was still producing strawberries on Nov. 13. He says the plants have not stopped producing since early summer. Other locals report they have budding shrubs, roses blooming, and flowers that should be dormant adding colour to their gardens. The blooms are unusual for this time of year, but thanks to the unusually warm October and November we have experienced not entirely unexpected. However, winter showed itself last Tuesday when heavy rains throughout the area also brought snow flurries, even to lower elevations.

Strawberries still producing in November

A Barriere gardener says his strawberries have produced from early summer until mid-November

Area resident Bruce Wolfwer’s garden was still producing strawberries on Nov. 13. He says the plants have not stopped producing since early summer. Other locals report they have budding shrubs, roses blooming, and flowers that should be dormant adding colour to their gardens. The blooms are unusual for this time of year, but thanks to the unusually warm October and November we have experienced not entirely unexpected. However, winter showed itself last Tuesday when heavy rains throughout the area also brought snow flurries, even to lower elevations.
Andrea and Dale Kristensen were spotted in Barriere AG Foods on Oct. 31, with their young child all dressed up for Halloween.

Baby all dressed up for Halloween

Shoppers in Barriere AG Foods have youngster all decked out for Halloween

Andrea and Dale Kristensen were spotted in Barriere AG Foods on Oct. 31, with their young child all dressed up for Halloween.
The last Bandshell Friday took place Aug. 26 in Fadear Park with Butch Falk (pictured) the feature performers along with Gordie West. Music lovers are already looking forward to the return of this popular Friday night event in the summer of 2017.

Bandshell Fridays done for year in Barriere

The last Bandshell Friday took place Aug. 26 in Fadear Park

The last Bandshell Friday took place Aug. 26 in Fadear Park with Butch Falk (pictured) the feature performers along with Gordie West. Music lovers are already looking forward to the return of this popular Friday night event in the summer of 2017.
This couple stopped in Barriere last weekend to walk their dogs while on their way to Edmonton. While doing so they showed respect for our community by cleaning up after their pets. We hope this is a gentle reminder to other dog owners in the area to clean up after their canine companions as well.

Responsible pet owners pick up

A gentle reminder to other dog owners in the area to clean up after their canine companions

This couple stopped in Barriere last weekend to walk their dogs while on their way to Edmonton. While doing so they showed respect for our community by cleaning up after their pets. We hope this is a gentle reminder to other dog owners in the area to clean up after their canine companions as well.
The second annual Kurt Genier Memorial Ball Tournment was held at the ball fields in Barriere last weekend. A good turnout of players came together to play the game that Kurt loved and share fond memories. Barriere resident Kurt Genier unfortunately lost his life in in a road accident in 2014.

Coming together in Barriere to play ball for Kurt

Second annual Kurt Genier Memorial Ball Tournment was held in Barriere June 10 weekend

The second annual Kurt Genier Memorial Ball Tournment was held at the ball fields in Barriere last weekend. A good turnout of players came together to play the game that Kurt loved and share fond memories. Barriere resident Kurt Genier unfortunately lost his life in in a road accident in 2014.
Blanche Bloomfield celebrated her 90th birthday with a party for her and husband Lewis on Saturday, May 7, at the family home in Barriere. Family came from all over Alberta and B.C.,  to wish the guest of honour a “happy birthday”.  Blanche is a wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, great great grandmother and friend to many. She received many hugs and birthday wishes throughout the event.

90th birthday wishes for Barriere lady

Blanche Bloomfield celebrated her 90th birthday with a party for her and husband Lewis May 7

Blanche Bloomfield celebrated her 90th birthday with a party for her and husband Lewis on Saturday, May 7, at the family home in Barriere. Family came from all over Alberta and B.C.,  to wish the guest of honour a “happy birthday”.  Blanche is a wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, great great grandmother and friend to many. She received many hugs and birthday wishes throughout the event.
Kim Keating offers up all manner of interesting items during the Barriere and District Heritage Society’s annual Yarden Sale held May 7 at the North Thompson Museum in Barriere.

Make an offer

Many interesting items on sale at the annual Yarden Sale held May 7 at the North Thompson Museum

Kim Keating offers up all manner of interesting items during the Barriere and District Heritage Society’s annual Yarden Sale held May 7 at the North Thompson Museum in Barriere.
The Barriere Bike Park (next door to AG Foods) is well used by area youngsters. Watchful parents can also find a spot to sit, or have a picnic lunch while the kids have a good time. Those using the park range in ages from four-years-old to teens. Bike Park advocate and volunteer organizer, Jason Collins, lives right next to the park and is active in building the obstacles, keeping the park in good repair and helping out the kids.

When the weather is warm the Barriere Bike Park is the place to be

Riders using the bike park range in ages from four-years-old to teenagers

The Barriere Bike Park (next door to AG Foods) is well used by area youngsters. Watchful parents can also find a spot to sit, or have a picnic lunch while the kids have a good time. Those using the park range in ages from four-years-old to teens. Bike Park advocate and volunteer organizer, Jason Collins, lives right next to the park and is active in building the obstacles, keeping the park in good repair and helping out the kids.
Two competitors from Langley, B.C., groom their mounts in readiness for the BC Team Cattle Penning event held at the North Thompson Agriplex in Barriere last weekend.

Cleaning up the horses and ready to win

BC Team Cattle Penning event held at the North Thompson Agriplex in Barriere

Two competitors from Langley, B.C., groom their mounts in readiness for the BC Team Cattle Penning event held at the North Thompson Agriplex in Barriere last weekend.
The Barriere Curling Club welcomed 16 teams to their Annual Loggers Bonspiel last weekend; eight teams from out of town, and eight teams from Barriere.  It was a skins format, with a good time had by all.  First place went to the Kelsey Martin Team from Kamloops, second was the Len Rilcoe Team, and tied for third was the Theresa Robinson Team and the Darin Underhill Team.  Barriere curling will finish with the kids Jam Can on Mar. 18 and 19. Pictured above is the Rodger Nordquist team from Barriere, and the Justin Morrison team from Clearwater on the ice during last weekend’s Loggers Bonspiel.

16 teams at Logger’s Bonspiel in Barriere

The Barriere Curling Club welcomed 16 teams to their Annual Loggers Bonspiel

The Barriere Curling Club welcomed 16 teams to their Annual Loggers Bonspiel last weekend; eight teams from out of town, and eight teams from Barriere.  It was a skins format, with a good time had by all.  First place went to the Kelsey Martin Team from Kamloops, second was the Len Rilcoe Team, and tied for third was the Theresa Robinson Team and the Darin Underhill Team.  Barriere curling will finish with the kids Jam Can on Mar. 18 and 19. Pictured above is the Rodger Nordquist team from Barriere, and the Justin Morrison team from Clearwater on the ice during last weekend’s Loggers Bonspiel.

It’s spring soccer registration time in the North Thompson Valley

The Barriere Youth Soccer Association is taking 2016 registrations now for youth up to 13

A Valentines party  for the Adult Day Program attendees at the Barriere Senior’s Hall was filled with bright red balloons and socializing.There was live music, dancing, Valentine’s Day crafts, refreshments and a special Valentines cake to round out the afternoon.

Valentines party at Adult Day Program in Barriere

Live music, dancing, Valentine’s Day crafts, refreshments and a special Valentines cake

A Valentines party  for the Adult Day Program attendees at the Barriere Senior’s Hall was filled with bright red balloons and socializing.There was live music, dancing, Valentine’s Day crafts, refreshments and a special Valentines cake to round out the afternoon.
The friendly atmosphere of a small rural town includes socializing and chatting with friends while running errands or shopping. One such place with plenty to offer is the Annex Thrift Shop in Barriere across the road from Sweetnam’s. Pictured (l-r) are shoppers Gladys Gilfillan and Sylvia Chivers enjoying tea and cookies last week while chatting with store proprietor Shelly Cooper.

Small town socializing

The friendly atmosphere of a small rural town includes socializing

The friendly atmosphere of a small rural town includes socializing and chatting with friends while running errands or shopping. One such place with plenty to offer is the Annex Thrift Shop in Barriere across the road from Sweetnam’s. Pictured (l-r) are shoppers Gladys Gilfillan and Sylvia Chivers enjoying tea and cookies last week while chatting with store proprietor Shelly Cooper.