Story by: Kris Dickeson
Editor – I Love Creston
All I can say is wow… you are holding in your hands the biggest May issue I Love Creston has ever published and it’s a gooder. Before I get to what is in the magazine, a couple of things to mention. First of all, I Love Creston has an actual office again. It’s an awesome location at 132-15th Ave (next to Mane and Nails - in the back of Imagine Ink).
I attended the Better at Home/TAPS official launch on March 25th. It was a huge success with a line up out the door of the lower level of the Rotacrest Hall. Congrats to everyone involved and best of luck in your wonderful new location.
May is a busy month in the Creston Valley. We will be welcoming droves of bird enthusiasts for this year’s Bird Festival. The weekend following is our busiest of the year as the 74th Annual Blossom Festival kicks off. There is so much to do and see and we have compiled all the information you need including the schedule of events, an overview of the talent as well as the returning and new happenings. And great news for you thrill seekers, the midway is back this year.
This month also sees the opening of the Creston Valley Wildlife Management Area and we get the goods on what’s planned for the season. The folks at the Museum have been busy getting a new exhibit ready for the start of their summer hours and we get a sneak peek.
I had the pleasure of spending a couple of afternoons with a group of local women who introduced me to potting. Members of the Valley Mudders Pottery Group, these talented artists welcomed me to their studio while they were creating and shared their knowledge in the world of pottery. They also gave me a glimpse of the valuable friendships and comradery they have developed over the years.
Speaking of art, it’s Focus on Youth time again. We have a preview of what’s planned at this annual showcase of youth theatre and visual arts in the Creston Valley.
An interesting Ag Aware article this month on one of the more unique crops we have – asparagus. And while on the topic of agriculture, details on the Farmers’ Market which is now running every Saturday behind the Chamber.
Chief Jason Louie talks about the Lower Kootenay Band’s recent acquisition of Ainsworth Hot Springs and from the Town Hall files; Mayor Ron Toyota upholds his use of a smart phone for notes while he attends meetings.
Our Financial advisor checks in with helpful info on “living benefits” and we share some motorcycle safety tips for both riders and drivers.
We have a several health and wellness articles this issue covering a variety of topics including hay fever, probiotics and a healthy drink recipe.
Finally, Happy Mother’s Day to my Ma, Maggie. I am so grateful for your endless love and support. I also thank you for teaching me to respect and care for all living things, to appreciate what I have and most of all the laughter we share. I loves ya Ma.