Romero would have forgiven
Easter is the commemoration of the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus. If someone asked me to explain the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus, I might begin by telling them the story of Oscar Romero.
Category: Community Columns
A Day in the Life: Being a toddler tough slog, er, not really
At age 2, Trystan has a tough life, well, not really.
Trump causing much patriotism in Canada
Trump, like a naughty kid with a felt pen, is making Canadians mighty uncomfortable.
What’s up at Radium library?
Check out what’s happening at the Radium Public Library.
When evil comes looking good
Calling a situation evil is strong. But, when millions of people die in war or from genocide, it seems appropriate to call it evil.
Americans can only envy us Canadians
So, all of this talk about Canada becoming a 51st state begs the question: “Why in the world would we ever want to degrade the advantages we already have?” Canada is a place where we should continue to make the best better.
Defend your right to read, write, publish
Censorship of books continues today, the reasons may change depending on society but the goal is still the same: to prevent ideas and messages from being shared with others.
Americans better off as Canadians
There is a chap that lives south of us in Washington DC. He has a white house. He talks a lot. Recently, he has been talking about Canada becoming the 51st State.
Let us not forget our historical heroes
There are too many well intentioned yet misguided people with an imagined disgrace about our early leaders, and who want to expunge their names forever.
Lots to do at Radium library
There is always lots to do at Radium Public Library.
Giving just makes you feel good inside
Not everyone is in a position to be a giver of material items, but everyone is in a position to give friendship and love. So, have a merry Christmas and a wonderful 2025.
The birth stories of Jesus
The angels sang “peace on earth, goodwill to all people.” What peace is being heralded? Not the peace that comes after conquest and victory, but peace that comes after compassion and justice.
Radium library thanks community for great year
The library will take a few days off for winter break, closing December 24-26, December 31, and January 1, 2025. Watch our social media for news of when our programs will return in the new year.
Adopt-a-Book this holiday
Come down and visit the Invermere Public Library to Adopt-a-Book for those on your list.
Remembering their ultimate sacrifice
There is no such thing as a good war.
Size matters in politics
When it comes to communicating within a gathering and there is a stated purpose, the correct number of persons is important.
Library patrons are the best, assistant says
Summer has come and gone, and so has another busy season at the Invermere Public Library (IPL).
Radium library ready for autumn
Fall is in full swing at Radium Public Library.
Get ready for ‘Big Book Sale’
Mark November 23 on your calendar for the Radium library’s Big Book Sale.
Let’s talk politics and religion
Should religious people care about politics? I could argue “no” and “yes.” I could argue that there is something more important than politics.
