Downtown Echo March 23 2017

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Hustling towards happiness Jo Berry, founder and facilitator of Run Club and Boogie the Bridge, has a passion for physical and mental wellness that is truly infectious.

Motivated by the concept that movement equals change, Jo believes there is a “philosophy around what creates happiness. It is wholly connected to emotional, mental, and spiritual health, and our job is to discover the key that unlocks happiness.”

While we might know the ingredients for happiness, we might not have the recipe with the exact measurements. If there is a science to happiness, The Happyness Centre offers a soul food cookbook of possibilities and opportunities; it is a space for trading recipes, sharing coping mechanisms, identifying triggers and discovering solutions together. Jo describes the environment as a “welcoming community with an extreme passion for healthy living.”

“We’re all a big hot mess as humans,” Jo laughs, “I always say, ‘we don’t have a problem; we are the problem.’ It’s all part of the human experience. What’s important is that we accept that, forgive ourselves and move forward”.

Ultimately, like any goal, there is work involved. “It takes time and commitment to the practice. We’ve got to hustle for our happiness; we have to make it happen for ourselves.”

For Jo, running is the catalyst for her personal wellbeing. She encourages others to embrace the movement, whether it’s running, walking or whatever exercise inspires the individual.

“Watching people grow and change through Run Club is amazing. I love Kamloops, and I’m thrilled to see people shift their perceptions on health and personal growth”.

Ultimately, her commitment to sharing her tips for health and happiness is one of her own

Above: Jo Berry with Uncle chris the clown and some Boogie Buddies, left: Jo Berry chilling with Nick carter.

keys of contentment. “We all benefit from community health; we all thrive on service above self.”

With high anxiety levels ruling our lives, it is important to assess what matters most and allow that to be our focus. We might crave the quick fix for happiness, but mental health is a garden that constantly needs tending “We’re all seeking a paradigm shift to achieve contentment and inner peace. It is not just one - continued on page 2

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Interior Savings members get their share of $2 Million in profits

Interior Savings announced on March 20 that this upcoming weekend Interior Savings’ members would see a little reminder about why banking with a credit union is different. On March 25, as part of its Member Rewards program, Interior Savings will be sharing $2 million in profits with its members. Member Rewards will be automatically deposited into members’ accounts on Saturday.

“Our members are our owners and our success is shared,” said Interior Savings’ CEO Kathy Together We’re Better, Rain or Shine these people gathered together to celebrate Cultural Diversity.

Conway. “That’s a big part of the credit union difference. Banks are motivated by share price and shareholder wealth, whereas a Registration is now open for dren that have completed Grades their proficiency level may be and credit unions’ success is driven by the success of its members and the Kamloops Interior Summer School 5-7. KISSM’s specially designed are encouraged to grow. of Music’s 39th season of Summer Youth Music Program has been The Kamloops Interior Summer strength and vibrancy of the comCamps. This year’s camp will run developed for students who want School of Music strives to main- munities it serves.”

This year, the Credit Union is from July 10-28. Register before to learn more about music, love tain an atmosphere where students giving 22% of 2016 profits to its March 31 and save. choir, want to play a band instru- can learn in an environment that The Music Makers Program ment, have years of piano or love encourages creativity and recog- members; this amounts to $2 milfor children that have completed musical theatre. Classes are offered nizes the importance of the indi- lion in patronage rewards and dividends plus another $500,000 in Kindergarten to Grade 4, and for all levels of experience. vidual. provides a broad range of musiMore information about the pro- bursaries to be awarded through its There is also a Senior Program cal experiences for the youngest for band and choir to musicians grams and courses can be found Million Dollar Bursary Program.

Since 2002, the Credit Union has musicians. who have completed Grades 8-12. by going to the KISSM web page shared $56.5 million with memThe Youth Program is for chil- Students are accepted at whatever www.kissm.ca bers and invested another $8 million in support of local community projects and events.

To learn more about what the The Kamloops Chamber of Investments), Gavin Rasmussen Incoming President Paul Ross Commerce membership gathered (K&C’s Construction & (Emsland & Associates Insurance Credit Union is doing for its members and its communities go at the South Thompson Inn & Renovations Ltd), Vivek Sharma Services Ltd) had this to say: Conference Centre for their annual (Sun Peaks Grand Hotel & “Our board is well equipped to to www.localmoneyforlocalgood. general meeting on Wednesday, Conference Centre), Alan Shaver govern the organization and to com. Also, a reminder that any March 15th. Mayor Peter Milobar (Thompson Rivers University), work on our strategic plan. I thank member between 17-24 years old swore in the new directors with their Bernadette Siracky (Kamloops each and every member for giving who is planning to attend postOath of Office and delivered his Food Bank), Kate Stebbings (Trans us the opportunity to make a dif- secondary this fall has until May annual “State of the City” address.

Mountain Expansion Project) and ference. I look forward to watch- 1st to apply for a bursary through The new board of directors of the Aleece Laird (BC Chamber of ing our network grow as a result of Interior Savings’ Million Dollar Bursary program. our efforts.”

Kamloops Chamber of Commerce Commerce Representative). for 2017/2018: Executive: President Paul Ross (Emsland & Associates Insurance Services Ltd), 1st Vice President – continued from front happiness, laughter and fun for Happy Run Series, which has Joshua Knaak (FIT Financial), the mainstream. The center will three runs planned for 2017: Get 2nd Vice President Bryce Herman thing; it is many things that create be hosting a group meditation on Canadian on July 1; Get Cork(Advance Hospitality Consulting a strong basis for us to build our Sunday, March 26 from 10:30a.m. ed on September 16; and Get lives on” Jo said.

Services), Treasurer Sandy Vollo to 11:30 a.m.

Spooked on October 27.

(Abbott Wealth Management), “The stigma around mental For those interested in participatThe Happyness Center is located health is slowly coming down.

Secretary Gary Silver (PetSmart) ing for Boogie the Bridge, online at 203-242 Victoria Street (next to Mental health will ebb and flow. and Immediate Past President Ryan I like to think of mental health in Registrations will close at noon on Kelly O’Bryan’s).

Scorgie (Forward Law LLP).

Thursday, April 27, 2017.

For more information, please Directors: Tyson Andrykew running terms. It’s a process; you Jo has also joined forces with refer to the website, http://www. fall, you get up, you keep going.”

(Sandman Signature), Brant The Happyness Center offers a Dale Ewasiuk and Philippa Was- thehappynessproject.ca/ Hasanen (Edward Jones number of services that creates serberger Thiessen for the Get Alicia Ashcroft, Freelance

KISSM’s Summer Camps are open for registration

New Chamber of Commerce board announced

Jo Berry getting a run on happyness

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You can’t have St. Paddy’s Day without Guinness, unless you have to go back to the office, then you just stand next to a giant Guinness instead. Maybe next time, it will be after work, then Angela and Rikie can raise a glass.

tnrd free dump days, hazardous waste events planned

The Thompson Nicola Regional District has a series of Household Hazardous Waste Round-ups and Free Dump Days coming up in April, May and June.

On Free Dump Days, residents may bring in one free load per household to their local Eco-Depot or Transfer Station. (One load is defined as a maximum of one 8-foot pickup truck box or one 8-foot trailer. This event is for residential customers only, regular tipping fees will apply to business, commercial or municipal loads).

Household Hazardous Waste Round-Ups (HHWR) gives residents an opportunity to safely and properly dispose of materials that are toxic, corrosive, reactive or ignitable. Containers may be unlabeled and their contents unknown. Examples include adhesives, paint thinners, chemicals, cleaners, mercury, antifreeze, herbicides, pesticides, paints, oils and gasoline. This event is for residential waste only, business and commercial hazardous waste will not be accepted.

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March 17, Cheffrey and Kellan of Cheffrey 911 Catering were outside of Stewart Wood Elementary on St. Paul Street selling delicious St. Paddy’s Day fare. Their fish and chips were very popular.

Application time for grants from the Kamloops Arts Council Area artists and arts groups are invited to submit an application for funding for the Kamloops Arts Council (KAC)’s spring grants cycle. The deadline is Saturday, April 1, 2017. Grants to a maximum of $1,000 may be awarded to artists and arts groups twice each year. Individuals/groups must be KAC members to apply.

Grants are awarded primarily to assist local artists and art organizations to promote their art or further their education. Applications should fall under either professional development or community development.

Grants are limited and subject to available funds. Past grant recipients have included visual artist Ana Bayona, director/performer Melissa Thomas, and the Interior Authors Group.

Visit their website for more information including the grant guidelines and application form at kamloopsarts.ca.

Customer Care and Patrol Team – What do we do?

Hey there, Downtown Kamloops! ences and of course, patrol.

Often while we are on the street, individuals The Safety Patrol does several things for inquire about what our job description entails.

Downtown in addition to patrolling. We A few weeks ago, we touched on what every hand out Crime Prevention Packages, take individual on the team is currently working down graffiti, talk with the street populaon, but what does the team do as a whole? tion, maintain working relationships with The Customer Care and Patrol Team (or many of our wonderful outreach programs CAP Team) has two sections, the Ambassaand enforcement agencies, send out weekly dors and the Safety Patrol. While both secreports, gather safety related statistics, pick tions are incredibly different and unique, they up sharp’s, provide safe walks, first aid, and both aim to achieve the same goal – to creso much more. ate a vibrant and liveable downtown! Even CAP comments As stated before, both parties are very versaAlexis Proulx though our members are trained in different tile, and can do both jobs. The most important areas of expertise, they must all be able to thing for us is to make sure that everyone is happy and to help you in any way that we can. The best take on each role. So, what are both roles?

The ambassador’s role is concentrated on interacting thing about this job, for me, is that no two days are the with visitors and helping with events in the downtown same. Everyday provides a unique experience and new area. From the initial thought process of an event, to the learning opportunities. There is so much to do, and so set up promotion and take down, we are present through much fun to be had! If you see us on patrol, don’t be every stage. We also have our Customer Care Center, at shy; say hello!

340 Victoria Street, where we dispense tourist informaUntil next time! tion and it houses all our place management items, such Alexis Proulx, Customer Care and Patrol Team (CAP). as bistro sets, our beloved giant checkers, Jenga game Reach us at 250-572-3008/3009 or the Information and of course, our mascot Grizz. The Ambassadors also Kiosk at 250-572-3017. Email capteam@kcbia.com. conduct pedestrian counts, gather information for the Follow us on Facebook (Downtownkamloops) and TwitState of Downtown Report, assist in the making of our ter (@downtownkamloops) too! directories, seek sponsorships and funding for our experi-

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Rule of Threes

There are moments in life when a cluster of crappy with a frumpy hodge-podge of clothing that was lifted things happens in such rapid succession that it verges on directly from the closet floor. hilarity. That instance when you throw your head back Upon hearing that Bluebear would require a surgical proin indiscreet, full and voluminous laughter as if drunk cedure to alleviate the infection from the puncture wound, on holiday and bellow “Why not?” as if ordering a third I took the news like an absolute champ (if champs clutch dessert. their dogs like a string of pearls and weep unabashedly, I think that’s the key to not bursting into flames after then sure, that was me). Ben comes to the clinic to see that last straw, that wafer-thin deal breaker that makes Bluebear off before the procedure. Stunned and still sobyou laugh-cry like an evil scientist in a B-movie. When bing (me, not Ben, he’s so much more rational than I), we disaster hits the fan and that mess is everywhere, and you head to Starbucks to pass some time. After our lattes, we PERFECTLY think, where’s my pen? I have GOT to write this down. stopped at Costco for a much over-due shop. Sick, slovFABULOUS enly dressed, my swollen face behind giant sunglasses, All on the same day, my immune system succumbed to Alicia Ashcroft an infection, the water heater died, and Bluebear got bit wandering the Costco aisles. Straight off the runway, y’all. in the face by a pitbull at the dog park. What a perfectly Shopping did seem like a more productive version of pacmarvellous triumvirate of happenstance. ing the waiting room floor. The way my luck was going, this would Nothing is more unnerving than two dogs viciously snapping at also be when I ran into every enemy and ex-boyfriend I ever had. each other in a violent tangle around your legs, with nothing but a (Glamour life hack: add some lip-gloss, and the whole look thin layer of lycra to protect you. The sound of your high-pitched becomes this shabby chic “Oh, this old thing, I don’t even care if I get squeal crashing into the sound of snarling and snapping of jaws. Our dog’s blood on it” kind of Hepburn-esque elegance that few can docile yet feisty dog is playful but as Ben said, “got a little too big truly master.)

After coffee, Costco, and housekeeping, the clinic called, Blue was for her boots” when it came to tussling with a bigger contender.

We washed Bluebear after and saw no sign of the deep gouge in ready to be picked up. Poor sedated pup: zigzagging, blankly staring, her face. (Damn you dark and plush fur!) By bedtime, Blue’s cheek her half-shaved face now marked by a jagged scar and a tube sticking was blown up like an aging starlet all hopped up on fillers. Of course, out. Finally, someone that looked worse than I did. somewhere after the bath the hot water tank decided to take a little Bluebear came home and the hot water returned. Bluebear and I break. What a truly welcome addition to our evening, and to the will get better, and we’ll go back to the dog park…eventually. But following morning. Before taking Blue to the vet, I had the most in the meantime, better outfits are always required, in the event of refreshing wash over the sink like a truck driver in a gas station having to venture out unexpectedly. That’s just one teensy thing I washroom. I fashioned a scarf into a 1940’s knotted head wrap to have control of in this big bad world. shield my unwashed hair from the outside world. I dressed myself

Tourism Kamloops

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Tourism Kamloops partnered with Green Tourism Canada recently to become a leader and mentor employing a sustainable approach to tourism operations. The process included a green audit and action plan for continuous improvement. Tourism Kamloops has achieved a Silver Medal Designation by Green Tourism Canada and the organization looks forward to implementing the report’s recommendations to improve its results in the future.

“We are thrilled to welcome Tourism Kamloops as our newest Silver member. Tourism Kamloops has taken a strong leadership role in going through the Green Tourism assessment process for the Kamloops Visitor Centre, gaining valuable insight into

ways that they can improve their sustainability performance, setting an example for tourism operators and demonstrating to visitors that Kamloops cares about sustainability,” said Angela Nagy, CEO of Green Tourism Canada.

The report indicates Tourism Kamloops and its staff are working towards a number of green initiatives that are expected to have a positive impact on its operations and the community at large, including: concentrated waste reduction efforts in the Visitor Centre, shifting from traditional print marketing to online and digital promotions, partnerships with local artisans to showcase hand crafted products in the Visitor Centre, launching a new multi

use trail guide promoting outdoor activity to visitors, pioneering the Bee City designation in partnership with the City of Kamloops and local Communities in Bloom, construction of a public garden at the Visitor Centre as well as support of the BC Wildlife Park and its conservation and education programming.

This initial report provides a baseline for Tourism Kamloops to measure annual progress and presents a number of recommendations about how the organization can continue to demonstrate leadership in sustainability and environmental stewardship.

For more information about Tourism Kamloops, visit www.tourismkamloops.com.

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The program celebrates the diversity of human languages and the depth of human emotions.

Vocal Spectrum is taking place on Saturday, March 25, at 7:30 pm in the Thompson Rivers University Alumni Theatre. For more information visit info@kamloopssymphony.com or call 250372-5000. Tickets are available at kamloopslive.ca

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March 23, 2017

WARNING! This publication is not suitable, and not intended, for children and those with a weak sense of humour. If you meet these requirements, stop reading immediately and secure your parents permission. In fact stop and call your parents anyway. Thank them for bringing you into the world. Thank them for raising you. how long has it been since you told Mom you loved her? Too long, I bet. Go ahead, call her now.

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A lady walked into a drugstore and told the pharmacist she needed some cyanide right away. The pharmacist naturally was concerned by such a request and asked, “Why in the world do you need cyanide?”

The lady then explained that she needed it to poison her husband. The pharmacist’s eyes got big and he said, “I can’t give you cyanide to kill your husband! That’s against the law! I’ll lose my license. They’ll throw both of us in jail and all kinds of bad things will happen! Absolutely not! You cannot have any cyanide!”

The lady reached into her purse and pulled out a picture of her husband in bed with the pharmacist’s wife.

The pharmacist looked at the picture and replied, “Well, now. You didn’t tell me you had a prescription.”

Animal class

The class teacher asks students to name an animal that begins with an E. One boy says: “Elephant.”

Then the teacher asks for an animal that begins with a T. The same boy says: “Two elephants.”

The teacher sends the boy out of the class for bad behaviour. After that she asks the rest of the class for an animal beginning with M. The boy shouts from the other side of the door: “Maybe an elephant!”

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There were 4 people in a private chute, the world needs my knowlplane: a captain, a priest, a boy scout, edge” and so he jumped off. and the smartest man in the world.

The priest said, “Boy you take that Suddenly they heard an explosion, last parachute, the world doesn’t the pilot realized that the engine had need me, I’m just an old priest.” exploded so he announced, “Dear The boy scout said, “No, what are passengers, I am afraid that there you talking about? There are 2 parais a technical problem in the engine. chutes left.”

The plane is gonna crash. Grab a “What?” – the priest. parachute and jump!”

“The smartest man in the world The pilot then grabbed a parachute took my backpack.” – responded and jumped off. The smartest man the boy scout. in the world said, “I need that para-

Room with a private bathroom

A man to a psychiatrist: “How do you select who should be admitted to your facility?”

The psychiatrist replies: “We fill a bathtub with water and give the person a spoon, a cup and a bucket.

Then we ask that person to empty the bathtub.”

The man smiles: “Ah, I understand, if you are sane you would take the bucket.”

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Baby, it’s hot down here

A man was going on a business trip to Florida. His wife was going to meet him there, but he got there a day early. He tried to remember her e-mail address but he sent it to a pastors wife and the pastor died the day before. The e-mail said, “Got here safely, waiting for your arrival tomorrow, it sure is hot down here.”

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Speeding? Who’s speeding?

Late one night a man is driving down the road, speeding quite a bit. A cop notices how fast he is going and pulls him over. The cop says to the man, “Are you aware of how fast you were going?”

The man replies, “Yes I am. I’m trying to escape a robbery I got involved in.”

The cop gives him a skeptical look and says, “Were you the one being robbed?”

The man casually replies, “No, I committed the robbery.”

The cop looks shocked that the man admitted this. “So you’re telling me you were speeding...AND committed a robbery?”

“Yes,” the man calmly says. “I have the loot in the back.”

The cop begins to get angry. “Sir, I’m afraid you have to come with me.” The cop reaches in the win-

dow to subdue the man.

“Don’t do that!” the man yells fearfully. “I’m scared you will find the gun in my glove compartment!” The cop pulls his hand out.

“Wait here,” he says.

The cop calls for backup. Soon cops, cars, and helicopters are flooding the area. The man is cuffed quickly and taken towards a car. However, before he gets in, a cop walks up to him and says, while gesturing to the cop that pulled him over, “Sir, this officer informed us that you had committed a robbery, had stolen loot in the trunk of your car, and had a loaded gun in your glove compartment. However, we found none of these things in your car.”

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DEAR ARIES: (Mar. 21 - April 20) You’ve been thinking a lot about yourself and your place in the world lately. With a new look and approach to life it’s time to step out and shine your love. The world needs heroes.

DEAR TAURUS: (Apr. 21 - May 21) It’s been a tough spell recently as recent pains won’t seem to heal. Your journey however is actually blessed with a beautiful new day. You just have to know where to look.

DEAR GEMINI: (May 22 - June 21) Put up your dukes! You can see a fight coming and the only way to a brighter day is right though the mess. Look to the past for help moving forward.

DEAR CANCER: (June 22 - July 22) A beautiful new light shining at a distance helped navigate your dreams to a beautiful new day. It’s now time to get back to work. You’re highly visible and the fans are calling for more.

DEAR LEO: (July 23 - Aug 22) That vacation you’ve been longing for might be closer than you think but the chores have to be finished first. You’re also highly visible but not everyone is happy about it.

Shine brightly but watch for stray toes looking to be squished.

DEAR VIRGO: (Aug. 23 - Sept. 23) As the departing spotlight returns your relationships to the quiet illusions of hopes and dreams you’re free to focus on making yourself truly happy. Let the playful energy of the week guide your footsteps into the future you’ve been waiting for.

DEAR LIBRA (Sept. 24 - Oct. 23) It’s time to enter the warm and radiant spotlight of love. Dress your best and have your list ready.

Love is looking for an adventure and Libra is playmate number one.

DEAR SCORPIO: (Oct. 24 - Nov. 22) Long-standing money problems are about to clear but it’s not time to break the bank open. Work is calling with one final push. Do this and you’ll reach your dream.

DEAR SAGITTARIUS: (Nov. 23 -Dec. 21) It’s time to start locking down your financial picture. Bills are coming and the well is beginning to dry. Tighten your belt. A storm is coming.

DEAR CAPRICORN: (Dec. 22 - Jan. 20) Kids kick up a fuss yet again but this week it’s time to take care of you. Get to the spa and take a “me” day. You deserve to pamper yourself.

DEAR AQUARIUS: (Jan. 21 - Feb. 19) The energy is shifting and you’re usually quick to lead the charge. This week however, events catch you off guard and it’s time to take a break. The past says hello.

DEAR PISCES: (Feb. 20 - Mar. 20) Your social network has undergone a major change and you’re not entirely sure which friends you can trust. That doesn’t mean you can’t get out and have fun. Finances are better than expected.

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