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Hippity, hoppity, hooray, it’s Easter on the Square! This year marks the first year of the Community Easter Egg Hunt at St. Andrews on the Square. April 20 is meant to be a day of celebration, laughter and making memories for the families of Downtown Kamloops. Erica Formanski of St. Andrews on the Square is looking forward to the day of fun: “This is an affordable family event for the downtown folks.” There will be some crafts, door prizes, princesses, face painting, reptiles provided by Zen Reptiles, ponies from My Little Pony – Rescue Horses and most important of all an Easter egg hunt in the park next to St. Andrews Church. Bunny, an eight year-old white miniature pony will be making an appearance from My Little Pony. Kyria Marie of My Little Pony couldn’t pass this chance up. “ We are super excited. It gives us a chance to get our name out there; we are a new rescue. We focus on ponies and do have some horses,” adds Kyra. “Plus Bunny really wanted to go because she wants some love.” The kids will be making their Easter baskets at the event so they can hunt for eggs and such in the park. From 2:00 to 3:30 pm kids will do crafts then at 3:30 pm they will be allowed to go out into the park and search for eggs and then after egg hunting there will be some animals for the kids to touch and see. There is also a colouring contest where you can download the photo from their Facebook page. “There are currently no Easter events in town,” comments Erica. “This is more convenient for people who can’t get out to the Wildlife Park. It is a great way to support the local community and it is for all ages.” The afternoon event is entry by donation, so
whatever you can afford is all that is needed. The church and square has been a staple in the community for decades. It is the oldest public building and dates back to 1887, which was restored in 1998. It is located at 159 Seymour Street and functions as a wedding chapel and multi-functional community hall. It has a Victorian warmth and elegance to it which makes it a great place to host community events.
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The TNRD Library System gave patrons the first look at the Library’s new catalogue system, available at tnrdlib.ca, on April 8 starting at 10:00 am. Some of the favourite new features include an opt-in reading history for patrons, community tagging and reviews, integration of ebooks into the catalogue search and a new mobile catalogue. Library patrons will notice a variety of additional services and new features in the coming weeks. The system migration is a complex undertaking that takes considerable time and effort. Your patience is appreciated. If any patrons require assistance with setting a new password, suspending their holds, or The Royal Inland Hospital Foundation was proud to accept a very generous cheque from the well known, searching, you can email quesKamloops Pink Ribbon Ball Hosts, Anthony Salituro, and his aunt, Josephine Bruno today for $125,000 in support tions@tnrd.ca or call the local of the Breast Health Initiative at Royal Inland Hospital. After 16 years and over $750, 000 raised in support of TNRD Library. breast cancer, the last Pink Ribbon Ball event was held on Sept. 28 with 600 guests and $125,000 raised for The Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation (CBCF) – BC/Yukon Region on behalf of the Breast Health Initiative at Royal Inland Hospital. “We feel so fortunate to be the recipients of this tremendous donation, as we have a critical need locally for a Breast Health Program in our hospital”, says Heidi Coleman, CEO, RIH Foundation.
Grease your gears for Bike to Work Week Plans for this year’s Kamloops Bike to Work Week (BTWW) are underway and the organizing committee has set a goal of 1250 participants, 300 of which they hope will be new commuters, for 2014. This will be the seventh year Kamloops has participated in this province-wide initiative, which aims to get people to park their cars and bike to work May 26 to June 1. Last year, 918 cyclists participated in the weeklong event and 204 of them registered as first-time commuters. “In previous years we have focused on increasing our team numbers. This year, we want to focus on the number of participants. Teams that have been participating for years are growing, as they encourage their colleagues to join already-existing teams. Getting more people on their bikes is really what this week is all about,” says Krystal Kehoe, co-coordinator. “We also want to include a goal for the number of new commuters. People often already own a bike for recreational activities and have never thought of biking to work. Bike to Work Week wants to show people that biking to work is fun,
healthy and easier than they think.” Like other years, the event will include Celebration Stations around Kamloops for the morning and afternoon commutes, where cyclists can stop to refuel with free snacks and enter to win bikerelated prizes. We will have a wrap-up BBQ after work on Friday, May 30. This year, participants can look forward to even more events leading up to and during the week including: bike maintenance courses, the Commuter Challenge and Bike to School Week. Expanding these events means that more volunteers are needed. “Each year we aim to make Bike to Work Week bigger and better, which is not possible without the help from volunteers. It’s the volunteers that help ensure we hit our goals and that the week is a success,” Krystal says. “With the event less than two months away, we have a variety of tasks we need help with. Our volunteers always have fun and have helped build this event over the years.” Anyone looking to register for BTWW, or interested in volunteering, can go to the recently redesigned website: biketowork.ca/kamloops.
BCLC reduces costs BCLC has reduced operating expenditures in order to position the corporation to sustain current net income and deliver maximum value for British Columbians into the future. BCLC will reduce operating costs by about $20 million, which includes a 23 per cent reduction in advertising and marketing, reductions in contractor expenses, program savings and the elimination of fleet vehicles. BCLC has also reprioritized capital projects to reduce capital costs by $20 million. In total across the corporation, BCLC eliminated 67 positions: 29 in the Kamloops office. “These kinds of decisions are difficult for any business, but they are the right decisions to best position BCLC to continue delivering strong net income to benefit British Columbians,” says Jim Lightbody, interim president and CEO.
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AJAX talk by Steelworker Richard Boyce, President of the United Steelworkers local 7619 at Highland Valley Copper, will speak Sunday, April 13 at 2:00 pm in the Parkside Lounge at the Interior Savings Centre. Boyce has 40 years’ experience working in the mining industry and over
36 years as an activist in the Steelworkers’ Union. “I’m a miner,” states Richard. “There are pros and cons to having nearby mining activity. I want to talk to Kamloops about the reality of having mining activity in the vicinity.” Richards’s talk is en-
New Chamber board A sold-out crowd of Kamloops Chamber of Commerce members gathered at the South Thompson Inn for their annual general meeting last week. Mayor Peter Milobar delivered his annual “State of the City” address and members voted on their new board of directors. “Our team of directors
and staff at the Kamloops Chamber of Commerce are an exceptional and talented group of professionals,” states newlyelected President Aleece Laird, a partner of Fresh Inc. “Our mandate is strong and we have a number of serious goals to tackle this year on behalf of our membership.”
titled “The Reality of Having a Mine on Our Doorstep.” Parking is free on the street during the talk and available for a small fee in marked lots by the Interior Savings Centre. The event is sponsored by the TRU Faculty Association Executive, TRU Faculty Association Human Rights Committee, Kamloops Physicians for a Healthy Environment and the TRU Eco Club. Dr. Jill Calder, cofounder of the Kamloops Physicians for a Health Environment, will moderate. Admission is free of charge and the forum is open to all.
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Linda Davidson Aka Incognito was U Weight Loss Clinics “Biggest Loser”. She is Kamloops’ first Biggest Loser with a total percentage of weight loss in three months of 16.48 per cent. Monika Abounassar, U Weight Loss Clinic owner, presented Linda with her prize of a trip for two to Las Vegas.
As of Monday, April 7, the City has have tree coupons valued at twenty dollars available to the public. Residents who would like a tree coupon can pick one up at City Hall at 7 Victoria Street West, or the Public Works Centre at 955 Concordia Way, during regular business hours, Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 4:00 pm. There are 750 coupons available and they are on a first come, first served basis, at a limit of one coupon per household. The coupon can also be used towards the purchase of fruit trees. The City has other tree planting incentives for residents which include: For more information or to apply to participate in any of these programs, please visit kamloops.ca/ trees.
Vintage car parade offers a new twist this year Pull out the chairs and maybe put on some bunny ears for the 44th annual Easter Parade put on by the Vintage Car Club of Canada, Kamloops Chapter on April 20. This show of cars, trucks and anything vintage is a staple in the community. You may have seen this massive lineup of historic vehicles rolling through the streets in the past and this year you won’t want to miss out. The Vintage Car Club of Canada, Kamloops Chapter was formed in 1972 and Dick Parkes has been a part of it from the beginning. “My family has a long line of tinker; my grandfather used to play with stuff all the time,” comments Dick. “I also like playing with cars, it is just something I like to do and I like to save a piece of history.” Dick also enjoys the social aspect of the club; seeing friends and families enjoying the various automobiles. The group has members with vehicles that are dating back to the 20’s, maybe even earlier than that. Last year there were 130 cars in the parade strutting their sleek lines and shiny chrome. New for this year is the introduction of the 1952 Austin Ambulance that was bought brand new by the city when it first came off the line. “We had to restore everything and it took us eight years,” Dick says. “The last owner was a firemen who worked with the city. When he passed away his wife gave the car to us. It is a significant vehicle, it is the only one in Canada and there aren’t many left in the world.” To truly showcase this rare car the feature or focus of the parade is emergency vehicles with the Austin leading the way. The group picks a theme each year to focus on and hopefully get more rear and beautiful vehicles to make an appearance. You can also expect to see fire trucks, police cruisers and more ambulances leading the parade.
Engines will be purring and wheels will be spinning starting at the Westsyde Shopping Centre. The parade will then make its way through North Kamloops, to Downtown along Seymour and end up at the Bandshell where the vehicles will be parked for people to view. They will leave Westsyde at 1:00pm and arrive at the park around 2:00pm. At Riverside Park there will be activities, vendors and even the Easter Bunny with some eggs to hunt for. There is also a pancake breakfast at the Westsyde Shopping Centre starting at 8:00am. Anyone can join the parade as long as they have a vintage stock car that is 25 years or older. Ashley Demedeiros
KamCLEAN Week KamCLEAN week is upon us again and this year the KCBIA are bringing in their potential 2014 CAP Team recruits to help them clean up Downtown’s back alleyways and remove some graffiti on Saturday, April 12 from 9am to 11am The KCBIA would like to invite you, their businesses to particpate in KamCLEAN week by cleaning up outside around your
business as well sometime during the week. They also know that many downtown buildings have been tagged by graffiti throughout the winter and that the City of Kamloops has given out a number of infractions. If you have paint and a spot or two of graffiti that the KCBIA could help you out with, let them know.
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There are many inspiring and talented artists associated with the Courthouse Gallery located at 7 Seymour Street West in the historic Old Courthouse building. This month Rhona Armes is getting the spotlight with her wonderful work in clay, soapstone and painting with unique techniques. “They are all my favourite, each different medium is used for a different message,” comments Rhona about the different materials she uses to create her art. “I take something and try to do something different with it.” Rhona pointed out three pieces at the gallery which are currently on display: “Rejection”, a soap stone carving of a mother and a baby, a clay candle holder and “Nude in the Landscape”, is a piece of India Ink work. When she is working on a piece she is totally engulfed by the experience of creating something: “I am not even thinking of
dinner or cleaning, I don’t think about anything else.” The Kamloops Courthouse Gallery Society was founded in 2007 by a small group of dedicated artists from Kamloops and Rhona was one of these members. She was also a part of an earlier networks to keep the arts alive in the community. “I hope that my work reminds people of the good things that have happened in their own lives,” Rhona adds. “I enjoy working with clay and putting a mark on it. Art is very important for all people as it is a way express your life and share it with others.” Come into the Courthouse Gallery today and enjoy the work of local artists. Rhona or one of the many other artists from the society will greet you with a smile and tell the enchanting stories of their work. Ashley Demedeiros
Rhona is pictured above with her latest creation “Nude in the Landscape,” which was done by using India Ink and a stick. To the left is a clay candle holder and a soap stone carving called “Rejection.”
IH board member acknowledged for long term service Interior Health would like to express its appreciation to long-standing Board Director Glenn Sutherland, who retired from the Board when his term expired on March 31. “Glenn has been a part of our Board for nine years, showing a tremendous commitment to health care for our region,” says Board Chair Norman Embree. “On behalf of the Board, I would like to acknowledge the dedication he brought to Interior Health throughout his tenure.”
The Board of Directors functions as the governing body for Interior Health, providing oversight on the organization’s strategic direction to the Senior Executive Team, which is responsible for day-to-day operations. Board members are appointed by the Province of British Columbia. “Glenn brought a strong governance, business and rural perspective and passionate voice to the Board for almost a decade. I’d like to wish him well in his future pursuits,” says Dr.
Robert Halpenny, CEO and President of Interior Health. Glennd accepted a position on the IH Board in March of 2005. He made an important contribution over the years, both as a director and in chairing the Board’s Audit and Finance, Human Resources and Governance committees. His role with the board also gave him the opportunity to serve as Vice-Chair of the Health Employers Association of BC, and served as a Trustee on Healthcare Benefit Trust.
From May 22 to 24 in Downtown core is Art on the Street. The Downtown Kamloops Spring Festival 2014 will be three days of interactive activities throughout the downtown core, in businesses, on the streets and in public spaces. The idea is for people to come out of their homes, their offices and their workplaces
and experience what downtown has to offer. The Kamloops Arts Council is planning a new and improved Art on the Street which will kick off with a Thursday night Culture Crawl (more info on this coming soon) and continue to Saturday with artist vendor opportunities and a pop-up gallery!
Two opportunities for artists to participate: Show your work for three days at the Kamloops Art Council’s Pop-up Gallery or be a sidewalk artist vendor. For more information and the application form please visit: kamloopsarts.com/events/ annual-events/art-on-the-street.
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The modern trend is for fathers to attend the birth of their children. One busy hospital in central England had a special room for expectant fathers. Whilst the average gestation period for human babies is nine months, there is almost as much variation for time babies stay in the womb as there is for the weight of the newborn. Consequently, the father’s room can get quite crowded with a mixture of fathers attending premature births and those whose babies stubbornly refuse to enter this world on time. The scene is set. In the father’s room were eight expectant fathers. This story is about Michael. He saw one or two fathers called in, but he had to wait. When eventually Michael was called in to see his wife Janet, she was in a distressed state. What had upset Janet was not the labour but the fact that ten minutes previously, the Doctor’s called in the wrong Michael. That Michael was not her husband. Can you imagine their mutual horror? There is Janet in the birthing position, being confronted by a man who is not her husband. If anything it was even more traumatic for the ‘wrong Michael’. Apparently the encounter affected him so badly that he fainted and had to be taken on a trolley to the accident and emergency department. Sadly as a result, he missed the birth of his own baby. When the dust had settled, Janet and baby were fine. The ‘right Michael’ was thrilled to be the proud father. Off the record, one of the nurses said that the ‘Wrong Michael’ had been a great help in distracting Janet and that they were considering employing a ‘Wrong Michael’ to induce reluctant babies.
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TRHD 2014 budget approved The Thompson Regional Hospital District Board of Directors has approved its 2014 annual budget, and approved cost-sharing with the Interior Health Authority (IHA) for various major equipment and renovation upgrades. The 2014 annual budget will see an increase of 21 dollars per household on average. The average household in 2014 will pay $126.55 as compared to $105.60 in 2013. “This increase is part of a larger tax strategy in anticipation of the Hospital District contributing $100 million towards the Royal Inland Hospital (RIH) Master Plan,” says TRHD Chair Peter Milobar. “This includes the construction of the RIH Clinical Services Building and Parkade and the Surgical
Tower.” The three-year tax strategy, which wraps up at the end of 2014, employs building a reserve in the next few years and then borrowing the balance of funds once the project is complete. The TRHD also approved cost sharing at 40 per cent with Interior Health for various major equipment and renovation upgrades. The total sum for the upgrades is $7.2 million, of which the TRHD will pay approximately $2.6 million. The list includes six renovation projects, including a renovation of the Anatomic Pathology Unit at RIH, and six pieces of equipment, including a Gamma Camera for RIH and a Nurse Call for Ponderosa Lodge in Kamloops.
Easter at New Life Mission Monday, April 21 the New Life Mission will be serving a full Easter Dinner to all in the community who are in need of a time of celebration and feasting over the Easter Weekend. Their Red Seal Chef, Terry Butcher, will be there to oversee all the delicious dinners
lovingly prepared in our kitchen. Thank you to the generous donors in Kamloops and surrounding areas for your support of this community outreach. If you would like to volunteer please email or call 250-434-9898 to sign up.
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Enjoy Easter and used books
Barb’s Used Book and Music Sale is well under way in the Aberdeen Court, 1150 Hillside Ave. No matter your taste in reading material, there will be a book for you!
■■ “Fan Faves of 2013” Burlesque at The Blue Grotto, 319 Victoria St. on April 10. Doors at 8pm for this 19+ show. FMI or interested in performing visit: facebook.com/Kamloopsburlesque. ■■ Live in the Lounge at Lake City Casino, 540 Victoria St. Jon Treicjhel on April 12 from 8pm to 12am. FMI call 250-372-3336. ■■ Philosophers Café on April 15 at 7pm at the Smorgasboard Deli, 225- 7th Ave. FMI call 250-3720055. ■■ Easter Bread and Bake Sale on April 12 from 10am to 12pm at the Holy Trinity Ukrainian Catholic Church, 109 Tranquille Rd. Paska’s and Babka’s, fresh baked cabbage rolls, perogies and homemade baking ■■ Council of Canadians meets at 5:30pm the second Wed. of every month at the Smorgasboard Deli, 225- 7th Ave. FMI contact Anita or Dalton at 250-372-0055. ■■ Gordon Manson’s Equine and Partners from Mar. 26 to April 19 in the Kamloops Arts Council Main Gallery, 7 Seymour St. W. Gallery hours: Tues. to Fri. 10am to 5pm, Sat. 10am to 4pm. Opening reception Mar. 28 from 6 to 8pm. ■■ The Art We Are - Open Mic and Poetry Slam on 2nd and last Wed. monthly from 7 to 9pm. 246
Victoria St. FMI contact 250-8287998. 246 Victoria St. ■■ Meditation in Everyday Life is a five class course every Wed. from April 9 to May 9 from 7 to 9pm at Shambhala Meditation Group #7 231 Victoria St. FMI contact Evelyn at 250-573-5519 or vipondschmidt@yahoo.com. ■■ “Kamloops: Round-andAbout” by Lance Weisser, April featured artist at the Old Courthouse Gallery, 7 W Seymour St. Presenting a selection of large and small images capturing the beauty of the Kamloops area and, especially engaging, Lance’s lively and characterful miniatures of birds. Open 10am to 5pm, Tues to Fri and 10am to 4pm, Sat. Handicap accessible, free parking. ■■ Annual Easter Eggs-citement Event April 18 to 21 from 9:30am to 4pm at BC Wildlife Park. Pancake breakfast, Uncle Chris the Clown, bouncy castles, scavenger hunt and much more! Vancouver Aquarium Aquavan on April 19! FMI contact 250-573-3242 ext. 226 or 259. ■■ “Let’s Dance” Dinner and Dance on Apr. 12 at Kamloops Curling Club, 700 Victoria St. Cocktails at 5:30pm, dinner at 6:30pm, dance from 8pm to 12am. Music by DJ Alan Bruc. For tickets
contact Francoise at 250-372-3782, Carole at 250-554-7078 or Zonia at 250-372-0091. FMI contact 250571-5111 or tvasclub@gmail.com. ■■ Community Easter Egg Hunt on April 20 from 2 to 5pm at St. Andrews on the Square, 159 Seymour St. Crafts, door prizes, Princesses, Easter basket making and egg hunt. ■■ Pasta Dinner and Mainstage Starsearch on April 10 from 5 to 10pm at The Plaza Hotel, 405 Victoria St. Boogie the Bridge entertainment and Lee’s Music have partnered to find the mainstage entertainment. Tickets available at Lee’s Music or by email at entertainment@boogiethebridge.com. Seating is limited. ■■ “Calling all past and present Rotarians” Kamloops North Rotary is celebrating 60 years as a club. Dinner and celebration at Storms Restaurant, 1502 River St. on April 12. Tickets at Kamloops Florist or contact Nancy at 250-3197323. ■■ Barnhartvale Coffee House on April 19 with feature act Doc and the Disorderlies. Doors open at 7pm. Music starts at 7:30pm. Open mic for local musicians and small groups, sign up at the door. FMI contact Chrisy at 250-573-0025 or barnhartvalecoffeehouse.com
■■ Can-Ital Ladies Spring Fashion Show on April 23 at 6pm at the Colombo Lodge, 814 Lorne St. Traditional Italian dinner, door prizes, 50/50 and basket draws. Tickets available at Danielle’s Silver and Gold, 945 Columbia St West, Cheryl at 250-578-8231 or Arlene at 250-554-2154. ■■ Dinner & Drinks – An adult comedy by Todd Sullivan presented by Laughing Stock Theatre on April 25 and 26 at Kamloops Convention Centre Theatre, 1250 Rogers Way. Tickets available at Kamloops Live! Box Office, 1025 Lorne St., 250-372-3216 or kamloopslive.ca. FMI or dinner menu visit: thelaughingstock.ca. ■■ Canadian National Institute for the Blind Service Day on May 7at 546 St. Paul St. Various Services of CNIB will be present. FMI and time call Les Nolin at Kamloops CNIB at 250-374-8080. ■■ The Comic Strippers, a male stripper parody and improve comedy show, on May 9 and 10 at 8pm at the Coast Kamloops Conference Centre, 1250 Rogers Way. Tickets available at Kamloops Live! Box Office 250-3745483 or www.kamloopslive.ca.
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echo stargazer ARIES (Mar. 21- April 20) Draw your attention to your partnerships. Patterns from your childhood history needed to be uncovered, repaired or removed in order to allow your growth into a more mature relationship. TAURUS (Apr. 21- May 21) This Libra eclipse pressures you to concentrate on improvement of work related relationships and health maintenance. Diet, exercise and improvement of physical regimen will become imperative. GEMINI (May 22-June 21) This eclipse pattern emphasizes your progeny or other personally creative births. Romantic ventures will be intensely emotional and self-revealing. CANCER (June 22-July 22) Matters concerning your family and property will be accented for the next 18 months. LEO (July 23-Aug 22) The accent of this eclipse cycle will be on travel, education, care of vehicles and relationships to siblings, roommates, neighbors, or others who daily traverse your life. VIRGO (Aug. 23 -Sept. 23) During this new 18 month series of eclipses you will be learning to value yourself in new ways. LIBRA (Sept. 24 -Oct. 23) Your sense of personal identity will be the subject under consideration. Who are you becoming and who do you need to be? How do you wish to define yourself before the world? SCORPIO (Oct. 24 - Nov. 22) The new series of eclipses emphasize your need to create order, both internally and externally. The development of your projects will call upon you to develop faith in your deepest self. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23 -Dec. 21) The new eclipse season will be opening your mind and heart to accept a larger circle of friends. You may become a leader or a strong supporter of a community network which has shared ideals. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22.- Jan. 20) The new 18 month series of eclipses will bring a certain amount of intensity in the arenas of career (work in the world) and also home, hearth and family. AQUARIUS (Jan. 21 -Feb. 19) Legal, ethical or educational issues will be emphasized. Travel will be punctuated, whether that is of body, mind, or spirit. Exposure to those of different backgrounds or cultures opens your heart and expands your philosophy. PISCES (Feb. 20-Mar. 20) This new eclipse pattern will emphasize issues of sexuality, intimacy and material accumulation. Reorganization of debt, investments and your estate may be in progress.
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April 5 to June 14, 2014 sports images and jerseys music and entertainment Licensed retailer for NHL and Olympic products. Fundraising packages available. Call for details.
1012 Victoria Street • 778-471-1320 • www.fancavecanada.ca
Unreal is organized and circulated by the Vancouver Art Gallery with the generous support of the Killy Foundation.
Free admission every Thursday sponsored by BCLC
465 Victoria Street • 250-377-2400 • kag.bc.ca Maxwell Bates Night of Nepenthe, 1966, Oil on canvas, 91.4 x 121.89 cm Collection of the Vancouver Art Gallery, Gift of J. Ron Longstaffe. Photo: Vancouver Art Gallery
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