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Celebrating Canada’s history locally Canada 150, the year long celebration of Canada’s 150th anniversary of Confederation, is being commemorated across the country in a series of unique projects, activities, and gatherings. In honour of this milestone, the Kamloops Museum and Archives set up a pop-up museum at City Hall. Julia Cyr, Kamloops Museum Supervisor, said the images represented the city’s history, it also reflects on Canada 150’s themes: “truth and reconciliation, youth, diversity, and the environment.” Through the Talking Walls Project, which is a photographic collage complete with artifacts, also mounted on the wall. The museum worked alongside the Secwépemc Museum and Archives to represent Indigenous culture. The Museum’s initiative has now expanded to the development and engineering services building, 105 Seymour Street, as well as the Kamloops Museum and Archives (KMA). If that project heightened your interest in local history, take advantage of the Heritage Homes Walking Tours. The historical tours allow participants to experience the streets of Kamloops as though in another time. Through the tour, participants with learn about the rivers and railways, hear anecdotes about famous Kamloops’ Main Street (now West Victoria Street) in 1886. – Kamloops Museum & Archives locals; explore the relationships between First Photograph #8220 Nations and colonials and even glimpse into and the MP3 podcast is available for download loops Cenotaph clock, a reception will be held refurbished heritage buildings or two. at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 52 from Through the KMA, the City of Kamloops, on the Tourism Kamloops website. In commemoration of the 100th anniversary 2:30-3:30 pm. Think Green Publishing, Arrival Kamloops, Throughout April and May, Western Canada and arrivalkamloops.com, a self-directed walk- of the Battle of Vimy Ridge, a ceremony will ing tour allows participants to take local history take place on Saturday, April 9th at 1:00 pm. Theatre will feature The (RE)Imagine Series, at their own pace. Free Heritage Homes Walk- Following the ceremony at Memorial Hill Park, a theatrical collective that acknowledges - continued on page 2 ing Tour brochure are available at the KMA, which also marks the inauguration of the Kam-
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The Thompson-Nicola Regional District is looking for writers young and old to wax poetic about the TNRD as part of its 50th anniversary celebrations. As an incentive, the TNRD is also offering prizes for the best entries, including a $100 Chapters Gift Card and inclusion in the TNRD’s 50th Anniversary Time Capsule for the first-place winner. The 50th Anniversary Writing Contest is open to all residents of the Regional District. Entries can be set in the past, present or future and can be of any genre, as long it relates to the TNRD. Submissions can be in the form of short fiction (up to 1,500 words), creative nonfiction (up to 1,500 words) or poetry (1 poem per page). Deadline for submissions is Wednesday, May 31, at 4 p.m. The Writing Contest will have three age categories: elementaryCathy Colborne and Jo Berry (Boogie the Bridge Society) present a cheque to Rachel Casponi, KAC Crossing aged (up to Grade 7); secondaryBridges Outreach Coordinator. aged (grades 8-12) and 19 and older. Prizes are as follows: 1st Place: $100 Chapters Gift Card, inclusion in TNRD’s 50th Anniversary Time Capsule AND A free pass to the 2017 Kamloops Writers Festival (19 yrs+ category only); 2nd Place: Many locals recognize CFJC-TV raised over $1M for local chari- A similar amount was presented $75 Chapters Gift Card; 3rd Place: Boogie the Bridge as a fun com- ties over the past 20 years. to A Way Home, which prevents $50 Chapters Gift Card. All 1st, munity walk / run ~ what they “It’s amazing to receive this youth homelessness. 2nd and 3rd place winners will may not realize is that the run funding,” said Rachel Casponi, For more information about receive a TNRD 50th Anniversary raises needed funds for local Kamloops Arts Council outreach Crossing Bridges, visit www.kam- Writing Journal. charities. coordinator. “Boogie has enabled loopsarts.ca. Submissions should be emailed The Boogie the Bridge Society us to expand our programming to To register for Boogie the to contests@tnrd.ca; mailed to 300recently awarded the Kamloops reach even more youth and fami- Bridge (kids’ mini Boogie, 5K, 465 Victoria St., Kamloops, BC, Arts Council’s Crossing Bridges lies through partner agencies such 10K or 21K) and help raise even V2C2A9; or faxed to 250.372.5048. Outreach program $25,584.50. as the Boys & Girls Club, Family more funds for Crossing Bridges They can also be dropped off at any Crossing Bridges delivers Tree, and the Chris Rose Therapy and A Way Home, visit www.boo- TNRD Library branch. For more visual arts workshops to indi- Centre for Autism.” giethebridge.com. information, go to tnrd.ca. viduals facing challenges that may include poverty, addictions recovery, domestic abuse and/ artistic director Daryl Cloran and mation please visit www. or mental health issues. The – continued from front program provides participants Canada’s 150 and the recommen- based on the novel by Salmon kam150.com/ (RE)Imagine tickets can be purwith the chance to connect with dations made by the Truth and Arm born Gail Anderson-Dargatz. The play runs April 6 to 15 at the chased through the Kamloops others, learn new skills, build Reconciliation Commission. Through plays, readings, and Sagebrush Theatre. Drew Hayden Live! Box Office at 1025 Lorne self-esteem and share their voice with the community. The proj- events the series will promote a Taylor’s “Only Drunks and Chil- Street, by calling 250-374-LIVE ect culminates in an annual gal- dialogue that encourages deeper dren Tell the Truth” runs at the (5483), or online at www.kamloopslive.ca. lery exhibition that celebrates understanding and cultural growth. Pavilion Theatre from May 4-13 The City of Kamloops looks The KMA is open Tuesday to health, wellness and connection (RE)Imagine explores the relationship between the Indigenous forward to hosting celebrations Saturday from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 through art. The Boogie the Bridge funding peoples and the settlers in Canada boasting flowers, fireworks, street pm. The Kamloops Museum and hockey, a block party and a light Archives are open Tuesday to Frigoes specifically to programming from a number of perspectives. day from 1:15 p.m. to 4 pm. for children, youth and families. “The Cure for Death by Light- display at city hall. For up-to-the-minute inforTo date, Boogie the Bridge has ning,” written by former WCT
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BC Hydro extends Winter Payment Plan BC Hydro is giving customers more time to sign up for the Winter Payment Plan as a result of Environment and Climate Change Canada reporting lower than normal temperatures across the majority of BC this winter. The plan provides the option to spread bill payments over a six-month period. Customers now have until April 30 to make individual payment arrangements. The Winter Payment Plan was announced in January after sustained freezing temperatures resulted in energy consumption reaching record-breaking levels that may have led to some customers receiving higher than normal bills. The plan gives them the option to manage these costs over a longer period of time. The period eligible for the Winter Payment Plan runs from Dec. 1, 2016 to Mar. 31, 2017. Customers were originally asked to sign up by March 31, but now have until April 30. Those who would like to participate in the Winter Payment Plan can call BC Hydro’s customer service team at 1–800–BCHYDRO (1 800 224 9376). Customers can also take advantage of the free electricity tracking tools available on bchydro.com. These tools allow customers to see their estimated bill and electricity use right down to the hour.
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The Battle of Vimy Ridge may have been 100 years ago, but it continues to have modern-day lessons for amputees. Rob Larman is a left leg amputee and directs The War Amps PLAYSAFE Program, while Tiffany Ross, 10, was born a left arm amputee and is a member of The War Amps Child Amputee (CHAMP) Program. To mark the Vimy anniversary, they laid a rose at the grave of Ethelbert “Curley” Christian (insert), who lost all four limbs in the Battle, at Toronto’s Prospect Cemetery. Rob and Tiffany honored Christian for being a role model to amputees as well as to honor all the soldiers who lost limbs at Vimy Ridge. Christian was a leading member of The War Amps and helped establish the legacy of “amputees helping amputees” which has been passed down through each generation of amputees. Kamloops will commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Battle of Vimy Ridge, hosted by The Kamloops Museum & Archives on Sunday, April 9 at 1:00 pm at Memorial Hill Park at Battle Street and 2nd Avenue.
Exploring the history of the Inland Cigar Factory One of Downtown’s most prominent HeriMP, and be immortalized through locations tage Places is the Inland Cigar Factory, which such as Fulton Field at the Kamloops Airsits right across the street from City Hall. port and Fulton & Company LLP on LansGeorge A. Borthwick and Marshall Pollock downe Street. Gordon founded The Factory in 1895. BorthGordon and McIntosh already worked wick imported tobacco directly from Havana, together through the Kamloops Electric Light going so far as to enlist cigar-makers from Company, once again highlighting the imporCuba to come to the factory and teach the tance of good relationships to a successful proper rolling technique for optimal authenbusiness – something today’s Downtown merchants know well, as they work hard ticity. He also sold a few brands made from a blend of American and Cuban tobacco, to get to know their customers AND their but the flagship product was this all-Cuban CAP COMMENTS neighbours! Jacob Rothenburger “Pride of Kamloops” cigar. In 1913, the Cigar Factory moved shop to Gordon was a City Councillor from the time a larger space next door, and the building of incorporation, and a three-term Mayor of Kamloops became home to a bakery. Today, the building houses later on. He also had interests in mining and electric- the offices of Venture Kamloops, but it maintains that ity, and was described as “a man of ability, full of push original façade of pressed red brick! By remaining reland energy.” evant through generations while revelling in its roots, a Other partners included James McIntosh and Fred Ful- site becomes so much more than just an old building. ton. McIntosh had a hand in so many industries and put Jacob Rothenburger, Customer Care and Patrol Team so much time and effort into developing the city, resi- (CAP). Reach us at 250-572-3008/3009 or the Informadents named him the “King of Kamloops” for all his hard tion Kiosk at 250-572-3017. Email capteam@kcbia.com. work. Fulton was a lawyer who would go on to prosecute Follow us on Facebook (Downtownkamloops) and Twitlegendary bandit Bill Miner, serve as Cariboo riding ter (@downtownkamloops) too!
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Agony and the random encounter While living in New Zealand and Australia, I knew so few peoing like toilet cleaner. Nervously chattering like a spider monkey ple that the risk of running into anyone was next to impossible. It all jacked up on Red Bull. How I wished for an enormous ficus plant, or a better uniform, or a better avoidance tactic. was alternatively freeing and lamentable. What does anything matter when you’re a ghost in a strange city? A friend once saw Kevin Spacey smoking a cigarette outside of a restaurant. Being a gregarious type, my friend had no qualms Although, there is a comfort to be had when you live in a place about politely approaching an Oscar-winning actor. Spacey, with with personal history. I once popped into Starbucks for a quiet a deadpan expression, shook his head slowly and deliberately, latte, and I bumped into a childhood friend. We shared a spontaneous catch-up, and it was fantastic. mouthing the word no, stopping my friend in his tracks. On the other hand, there are always people you’d rather not I had a nearly blind neighbor that I once spotted from across see. After three years of overseas travel, I spent the summer waitthe street. I shouted her name, and though she heard me, she PERFECTLY ressing in my hometown. During a particularly grueling shift, I couldn’t identify the whereabouts of the voice. Instead, she FABULOUS offered a dazzling, movie star smile, waved in all directions and caught a glimpse of some high school frenemy from across the Alicia Ashcroft just kept walking. She was so pleasant, yet so dismissive. What restaurant. I couldn’t bear the thought of saddling up to the table, a queen. with my ‘Hello, My name is…’name tag, and face whatever sarNow, it might come as a surprise, but I can be an exceptionally quiet and castic remark could be coming my way. Naturally, I dropped a smoke bomb and disappeared into the darkness like some comic book villain. reserved individual. Recently, during one of those rare moments of crippling Sure, it was cowardly—but haven’t we all done that? Ducking behind a introversion, I saw an acquaintance that I hadn’t seen for approximately 1000 giant ficus plant, slipping out the back door, or pulling the fire alarm to create years. I was in no condition for a superficial chitchat. a distraction? (How are you? Oh, I’m good, are you good? Oh yes, I’m really good. Oh, No? Just me? Okay then, good on you. good…that’s good.) I caught their spark of recognition and body language that sugI once locked eyes with an old flame in a hotel lobby. He was there for a Paramedic Seminar, and I was working as a housekeeper. He looked mouth- gested a potential embrace. Without breaking my gait, I said, “Hello, wateringly marvelous in his crisp uniform; I, on the other hand was looking lovely to see you.” Waving, smiling and not even pausing for a like thirty different types of rubbish in my polyester turquoise walking shorts nanosecond. and a pastel floral smock. He assessed my ensemble and smirked, “Well, Was that rude? Probably. Was it necessary? Absolutely. Hopefully, it’s nicer don’t you like nice?” than mouthing “No” icily. Then again, I’m no Kevin Spacey. I merely chanTo die a thousand deaths would not be as hideous as that moment: self- neled my bat-blind friend; regal and gracious even though you can’t see the consciously smoothing my hands over the coral and mint pattern and smell- person in front of you.
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Legacy Performance Games happening April 21 to 23 The Legacy Performance Games is dedicated to the development of excellence in sport and was created from legacy funds generated by the hosting of the Kamloops 2011 Western Canada Summer Games in August of 2011. The Kamloops Sports Council was contracted to plan, organize, create and deliver the Legacy Performance Games. The Legacy Games are not intended to replace existing multi-sport Games opportunities but to offer a Games experience to athletes that may miss out on participating in “elite” Games. For example, not all summer sports are included in a
Western Canada or Canada Summer Games. Another example is because of the year they were born, some athletes are not in the “stream” of the Games (i.e.: if Canada Summer Games focus on U15 boys for Baseball in 2013 and again in 2017, those born in 2000 / 2001 and 2004 / 2005 are not eligible). After discussions with various Provincial Sport Organizations (PSOs), it has been confirmed there is a need for an event that catches sports not included or missed age at a higher level of competition. Goals and objectives of The Legacy Performance Games are to provide
athletes with competition that supports Canadian Sport for Life and the PSO’s long-term athlete development models; to provide athletes with an opportunity to experience and prepare for future multi-sport competitions; to encourage and motivate participation in major sport events at all levels; and to profile the best ageclass athletes in an event that supports ethical practices in sport including fair play in a drug free environment, free of harassment and abuse. The Legacy Performance Games also works to promote a high standard of coaching and officiating, as well as demonstrating the strong volunteer
commitment to amateur sport by Kamloops residents, The Legacy Performance Games is able to promote the value of sport and demonstrate its importance in Canadian culture, and to provide a human and physical legacy for athletes here in Kamloops. Sports that will be included this year are RugbyFest, Downhill Mountain Biking, Ultimate, Pickleball, Ball Hockey, adult Volleyball, Football and Trail Running. For more information, schedules, or to register please visit the Kamloops Sports Council’s website at: http:// www.kamloopssportscouncil.com/ legacy-games/
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check your accounts and make purchases on a secure, legitimate Wi-Fi network. Thirty-four per cent of survey respondents admitted to logging into their email, social or financial accounts on public Wi-Fi. “The Wi-Fi at the coffee shop or hotel does not count as secure,” says Smith. “It’s far too easy for a hacker to set up a fake wireless access point that looks like the real thing and steal the credentials of everyone who uses it.” Speaking of credentials, password protection is one of the easier ways to keep criminals out of your accounts. Twentyfive per cent of respondents to Valley First’s fraud survey either don’t remember the last time they changed their passwords or have never changed them, which is significant. While it’s heartening that 41.8 per cent of survey respondents change their passwords every year, Smith advises doing it more frequently. For more information on Valley First, visit www.valleyfirst.com
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Fishing for supper Jim had an awful day fishing on the lake, sitting in the blazing sun all day without catching a single one. On his way home, he stopped at the supermarket and ordered four catfish. He told the fish salesman, “Pick four large ones out and throw them at me, will you?” “Why do you want me to throw them at you?” “Because I want to tell my wife that I caught them.” “Okay, but I suggest that you take the lake trout.” “Why’s that?” “Because your wife came in
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It could have been worse Three friends had a good friend And one of his friends said: named Joe and he was, naturally, “Didn’t you hear? Yesterday, Gary an eternal optimist. At every bad found his wife in bed with anothsituation he would always say: er man, shot them both, and then “It could have been worse.’’ His turned the gun on himself.’’ Joe says: “Well it could have friends hated that quality about him, so they came up with a story been worse.’’ so horrible that not even Joe could Both his friends said: “How in come up with a bright side. So the hell could it be worse? Your best next day, only two of his friends friend just killed himself!’’ showed up for a golf date. Joe says: “If it had happened two Joe asked: “Where’s Gary?’’ days ago, I would be dead now!”
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■■ WCT “The Cure for Death by Lightning” At Sagebrush Theatre (821 Munro St) Thurs, Apr.6- Sat, Apr.15 Not suitable for all audiences, 14+ Tickets at Kamloops Live! Box Office: www.kamloopslive.ca or 250374-5483 FMI www.wctlive.ca ■■ Tech Pub Social Join Todd Stone at Red Collar Thurs, Apr. 6 from 4:306:30 pm. Pop into the DevLounge in the Fireplace Room. To RSVP email assetou@kamloopsinnovation.ca ■■ April Live Music at Art We Are Sat, Apr.8 Doug Koyama. Show starts at 7pm. Sat, Apr.15 Lisa Anderson, time TBA 246 Victoria St. FMI and ticket info visit https://www.theartweare.com/ ■■ 27th Annual Kamloops Sports Hall of Fame Banquet Sat, Apr 8. At the Coast Hotel and Conference Centre (1250 Rogers Way). Tickets are available to the public at the Sandman Centre box office. Please give the Sports Council a call at 250-828-3822 for reserved group seating. For the list of Nominations and Sponsors visit http://www.kamloopssportscouncil. com/athletic-awards/ ■■ FREE Wellness Talk at Nature’s Fare Markets - Your Gut: The Foundation of Health” Mon, Apr. 10 7-9pm, #5-1350 Summit Dr. FMI or to sign up visit the Vitamin Desk at Nature’s Fare Markets or at www. naturesfare.com ■■ Council of Canadians $ Tues, Apr. 11, 7pm at The Barber Centre, TRU, 190 McGill Rd. Maude Barlow speaking with others on the topic of BC’s PRINTED ON laser paper 1-99 100-999 1000+ • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •water • • •crisis • • • as • •it•is• impacted • • • • • •by• pipe••• 8 1/2” x 11” full colour posters lines44¢ 40¢ and mines. 38¢ 11” x 17” full colour posters 78¢ ■88¢ 80¢ ■ Startup Coffee/Drinks • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •at• •TRU • • • Wed, • • • • Apr.12 • • • • •Calling •••• all student entrepreneurs! Meet at the Den at TRU (2nd Floor of Campus Activity Centre) 4-5pm.
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Pitch your latest startup idea and get Let’s Move Studio (831 Victoria St) mentorship and feedback, or show us Mondays 1-1:50pm. By donation. what you’ve accomplished since we FMI contact thekamloopsselfadvolast met. FMI http://generator.sites.tru. cate@yahoo.com or letsmovestudio. ca/event/startup-coffee-4/?instance_ com id=381 ■■ Drop-In Ping Pong Desert Gar■■ Annual Elementary Schools den Community Centre (540 Seymour Relay Fest Wed, Apr. 12, in the St) Tuesdays 7-9pm, Thursdays 12:30Tournament Capital Center at TRU. 2:30pm. Small Drop-In Fee. FMI call Relays begin at 3:15pm and are open 250-372-3965 to the public. FMI or to register visit ■■ The world famous Kamloops The Kamloops Track and Field Club Rube Band practices Monday evewebsite: http://kamtrack.ca/meet-reg- ning (except holidays) at the Kamistration.html loops Yacht Club, 1140 River Street. ■■ Kamloops Burlesque Presents New members with playing experiFan Favorites 2016 Thurs, Apr 13 ence are welcome to drop in and join at The Blue Grotto (319 Victoria St). the band, having fun with music! FMI Doors open at 8pm, show starts at call Terry at 250-374-1606. 9:30pm. Tickets available in person ■■ The Kamloops Blazers Hockey at Instinct Adornment or purchase Camp Registration for Aug. 14 to 18, online at www.KamTix.ca VIP tick- is open to boys and girls. FMI/register ets available. visit www.blazerhockey.com. ■■ Boogie The Bridge Sun, Apr. 30 ■■ The Kamloops Ostomy Support sign in/registration 7-8am, Boogie Group is a group for ostomates and starts at 8:30am. FMI visit http://boo- their support persons. Enhance your giethebridge.com quality of life through interaction with ■■ Walk for Alzheimers Sun, May others who live with an ostomy. FMI 7, Registration 9am; Walk at 10:30am call: Edie at 250-819-0945 or Nightin– noon at Tournament Capital Centre gale Medical at 250-377-8844. (910 McGill Rd) Indoor and Outdoor ■■ Kamloops Kidney Support Tracks, FMI or to Volunteer contact Group meets at 10am on the second Marg Rodgers 250-377-8200 Email: Sat. every month. next Meeting, Sat, *prices per copy mrodgers65@telus.net or walkforApr 8, 10 am at Romeo’s Kitchen, *pdf. or .jpg file must be supplied by customer and alzheimers.ca or kamwfm@hot1250 Rogers Way. Chat about anymail.com or see the facebook must be same artwork throughout the run. Page thing that is kidney-related, whether “Kamloops Investors Group Walk you may be pre-dialysis or on dialyfor Alzheimers.” sis, a kidney donor or a recipient, or ■■ HACK Nights at Kamloops Mak- anything in between. FMI call Edna erspace (207 Victoria St. West) Every at 250-376-6361, 250-573Call orDorothy emailatus to Wednesday 6-8pm, drop in for a tour, 2988 or Margaret at 250-819-3135. book your printing work on a project or learn a new skill. ■■ Kamloops Burlesque is at the FMI http://kamloopsmakerspace.com/ Blue Grotto (319 Victoria(3246) St) on the 250-374-ECHO ■■ Open Mic Night the first and second Thursday of every month. echo@shawcable.com third Thurs. of the month from 9pm to ■■ Toastmasters meetings every 12am at the Central Station Pub, 126 Thurs. 7pm at Desert Gardens (540 4th Ave. Free. Seymour St) FMI Leah Knight 250■■ All Inclusive Drop-In Yoga at 571-4657.
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DEAR ARIES: (Mar. 21 - April 20) Support you thought was coming to your aid seems to have gotten lost on the way. Don’t worry, it’ll return shortly. Major changes while in the public spotlight heavily color your financial picture. DEAR TAURUS: (Apr. 21 - May 21) Old friends drop in to say hello just as a secret affair loses steam. Get out and enjoy yourself but don’t go crazy. You’re much more aggressive than usual and you don’t want to rock the boat while love is temporarily away. DEAR GEMINI: (May 22 - June 21) The moment of truth speaks volumes as karma mixes with financial transformation. The battle will peak and finally subside. It’s time to clean up the mess and move on. DEAR CANCER: (June 22 - July 22) Personal relationships manifest a long forgotten dream. Push hard on the envelope and bring that game changer home. An old flame reappears from a distant journey. DEAR LEO: (July 23 - Aug. 22) Public tantrums upset your daily routine and cause trouble at work. Go ahead and express your feelings in the moment but don’t get carried away and don’t throw stones. Love takes a second look at the books. DEAR VIRGO: (Aug. 23 - Sept. 23) It might appear that both love and money are drying up but keep the faith and keep your feet moving. We’re all in a cycle where we’re revisiting and revising. If you want to make any changes to your journey, then now’s the time for action. DEAR LIBRA (Sept. 24 - Oct. 23) Just as you’re ready to introduce your dearest to your fans, love takes a sudden left turn. A cold shoulder or surprise exit shouldn’t rock the boat or change your decision. Love will return with flowers and a good explanation. DEAR SCORPIO: (Oct. 24 - Nov. 22) Extra energy in a personal relationship has the power to dramatically change how you communicate with others. Love and your support network require attention and an adjustment to your plan. Confidence will lead to success. DEAR SAGITTARIUS: (Nov. 23 -Dec. 21) Your daily habits have a direct impact on the success of your financial picture. Romance may have stepped sideways but you have a second chance to make money from home. Watch your health. DEAR CAPRICORN: (Dec. 22 - Jan. 20) Recent sales, purchases, or short trips require a second look. If the price is in question then leave it on the shelf. There’s going to be another sale in a couple of weeks. DEAR AQUARIUS: (Jan. 21 - Feb. 19) Problems at home transform your social network. Friends might leave but it’s all part of the cleansing process. Love returns with a financial proposition. DEAR PISCES: (Feb. 20 - Mar. 20) Just when you thought love had forgotten your smile it reappears with flowers and a box of chocolates. Finances return a lower than anticipated sparkle to your day but it’s only temporary. Enjoy the attention and let love do the rest. Astro-week Sonnyscopes courtesy of Collin Sonny Rosati, Vancouver Astrologer, Hypnotist. For personal readings visit thesunnyside.net.
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