Christmas is the time for giving and making a special effort to bring joy and happiness to family, friends, loved ones, acquaintances, work colleagues and people who are special in our lives. This year why not give a gift that keeps on giving.
We are lucky in Fernie to have some wonderful active non-profit organizations. For these organizations to continue to bring fantastic initiatives to the community, they need your support. By purchasing some of these great gift ideas, you are not only buying amazing stocking stuffers, but you are also supporting groups that give the “Gift of Giving” all year round.
Advocates for Local Living – Shop Local Coupon book
For just $15 per book, you can enjoy $1500+ in savings on products and services all over town for a full 13 months. Save on everything from dinner to gifts, clothing to massage, health products to adventure and organic groceries. This coupon book is a great way to shop locally and support local businesses.
**Coupon books are now available at all 56 participating businesses.
Nordic Society – Annual Membership
From just $30 per adult, this membership provides access for you to cross country ski or snow shoe on approximately 70 kms of private groomed trails in and around Fernie. All trails are on private land and include Fernie Golf Club, Island Lake and much more.
**To purchase membership, contact Todd Fyfe at 250 423-8989
Snow Sisters – 2009 Calendar
Support a worthwhile cause for just $20, the Fernie Snow Sisters Calendar. Snow Sisters are a group of local woman from all walks of life. They enjoy recreating together and came up with the idea of fundraising for a cause that touches us all: cancer. A different sport is depicted each month, tastefully shaded and posed nude. These bare athletes call to mind both the vulnerability and strength brought out in those who are touched by cancer.
**Calendars can be purchased at Polar Peak, Blue Toque and Freshies.
Arts Station – Annual membership
You can support the Arts in Fernie for just $15 for children and $35 for adults with an Arts Station membership. Benefits include discounts to Art Station Concerts, Indie Films Fernie at the Vogue theatre and with many participating local businesses, including the Blue Toque Diner which is located in the Arts Station building. Check-out their full list of benefits by visiting the Arts Station.
**Memberships can be purchased at the Arts Station office or email info@theartsstation.com
Aquatic Centre – passes
The Aquatic Centre have passes that can be purchased from just $15.75 for pre-schoolers for a 10 pass punch card. There are a variety of passes available which all offer great discounts. Whether you feel like swimming a few laps or going for a skate, these passes are inter-changeable at both the Aquatic Centre and the Fernie Memorial Arena.
**Purchase of the passes are at the Aquatic Centre.
With all of these great gift ideas, I’m sure amongst them you will find one that you can purchase as a gift or to keep for yourself. In making these gift choices, please remember that not only are you giving a great gift, but you are supporting organizations that give the “Gift of Giving” every day.
Don’t forget about the Salvation Armys “Angel Trees” around town. They are located at Curves, Overwatea, Remax on 2nd and Canadian Tyre. Go to one of these locations, pick up the name of a needy child, buy them a Christmas gift and return it to Remax on 2nd who will wrap it and distribute them for Christmas day. What a wonderful way to share the Christmas spirit.
Have a safe and happy festive season.