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Makerspace: trove forshow tinkerers One of aTreasure kind gallery As I walkedMakerspace, into Mr. Clare’sa Grade 5/6 class at Kamloops member-driven, RL Clemitson Elementary,is the kids weretojust in non-profit organization, committed sharthe midst choosing to It’s handcraft inviing tools,ofspace and who skill got sets. a creative tations to Mayor andspace Council for their upcomcommunity, a safe for artists and building gallery show at Exposure Photography right ers. Dedicated to developing a presence in the here in Downtown Kamloops. Excited, most of Thompson Nicola region, the board’s for the kids were eager to show off theirvision art skills Makerspace is to foster an establishment where and invite such notables in our community to a innovators in a positive, constructive project they gather have worked so hard on. environment.

The Makerspace Under the direction of Exposureheadquarters Photography allows to pool collabopartner, members photographer andresources, RLC parent Sara rate, and share, not just resources, but Schreiner, the class has tools been and planning, organizknowledge, advice their and enthusiasm. ing and producing own gallery art show complete with original artwork and charities of The maker movement describes the colchoice toofgive the proceeds to. inventors and lective tinkerers, builders, “We are donating theofmoney we raise to JDRF designers.

The scope creativity ranges from and the school gym equipment fund,” technology, carpentry, costumery andexplain everythe “We haveThe a sister friend the thingkids. in between. spaceand offers workinand school Type 1 diabetes.” storagewith areas, which is especially ideal for The kidsseniors went onor to those explainwith diabetes how students, smalland living it affects her life. They are all very aware of quarters. Or as Nicholas Adam asserts, for what it is and take turns adding more informathose that don’t have the means to purchase all tion from how Type 1 diabetes works to how theaffects tools the thatstudents’ it takes for thelife project.

There is it daily and the things athat woodworking room, a metal shop, electrondo and can happen. It’s quite incredible to Some of the Amateur Artist Gallery Extravaganza Team members. ics wellofasknowledge a sewing and room, see lab, theiraslevel andcrafting dedication to Photos courtesy of Kamloops Makerspace/ Nicholas Adam and access to 3-D printers.

They have 50 pieces of art from a wide varicharity at such a young age.In one of the rooms, were all excited to contribute. They are paintingthe on resources.” their own time and donating the items ety of children, which will all be mounted and there binsproject upon bins gears, motors and all The are whole was of ultimately inspiration has with beencare, extremely Makerfree.” a major focus is to connect with ming displayed five frompositive. each class.

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Seeing the local reincarnated a whole new project. schools and to embed that creative mind- age groups, from six to ten and ten to 15 years. component of the project they were re- nance committee explaining they will increase drive her, she decided that it may The and bestdesire part?inFrom elementary school to ferent set and productive repurposing of materials in value depending also provided options for on theall-ages cost of the materials be something thatretirement all the kids in her class may sponsible for. There is the logistics group who They’ve university to the home, Makerspace into the curriculum.

“In this throw away culhomeschoolers.

Insight Support Services have planned the gallery, sales who are responsible to mount and hang. be interested doing.

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There areworking tremendous ture,learning we want to promote a fix-it culture.

Any- also about all the pieces and doing sales Thebeen kids,joining who byfor theweekly end of workshops the project and will Clare, hatched a plan, which will ulti- for efits tothe the duo inclusive Makerspace realm, includthing can be turned into something else”, says have the participants have from the fine at the show, finance who was in charge of pricworked over twobenefitted months, are hoping that mately come to fruition March 6 from 7:00 to ing access to experimental and exploratory Nicholas. ing, the product team who secured and solicited art everyone will come to see their show with of tinkering.

Timeout spent in the hack room is 9:00pm at the one night gallery and show that efforts. Nicholas Adam, prolific maker and artThe Mighty Makers after program from their schoolmates, andschool marketing who always 100 guests their projection. they all hope you will attend. fun as and surprisingly soothing. “There’s active community member, offers thedoing opportunity forinterviews, students to learn a This been a series of promotproject is such wonderful way to “We commissioned art from believes kids in ourcommuschool has change that comes overa the kids, even those nal Makerspace initiatives are “It’s about ing andtools, getting thepurpose word outand about the upcomtheir creative ways have kids use their skills, gain new ones ages four to 13,” further explainthe the future. kids. “Once -- continued like a gym, a member, you was havegoing accessthey to ing show. continued on on page page 22 we told themaswhere the money to use them. The response to the program-

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In response to the ongoing Public Health Overdose Emergency, Interior Health, like other BC health authorities, is in the process of exploring offering supervised consumption services.

Kamloops and Kelowna, the communities experiencing the highest number of overdose deaths in Interior Health, have been chosen as priority communities for supervised consumption services. In 2015, Kamloops had seven overdose deaths while in the first ten months of 2016 there have already been 31.

“Supervised consumption services save lives,” said Health Minister Terry Lake. “They help to prevent overdoses and reduce the risk of transmitting infectious diseases such as HIV and Hepatitis C. They could be of The Kamloops Blazers players were delivering teddy bears to Royal Inland Hospital patients on Tuesday, great benefit to Kamloops and December 6. In total, 2461 teddy bears, along with 379 toques, scarves and mittens, were collected on their Kelowna and any community annual Teddy Bear Toss Night on December 3. The items will be distributed throughout the local community. with high risk population.”

Photo credit: Tricia Mercuri The proposed locations/service models Interior Health will be seeking input on in Kamloops is a Mobile unit – locations/ stops to be determined based on overdose/substance use data and feedback from those who would MP Cathy McLeod is pleased ugees) in Canada; employers that contribution to the creation of use the service. to inform all not-for-profit hire Indigenous people; oppor- new jobs.

Interior Health would like to organizations, public-sector tunities in Science, Technology, The application period runs stress that no decisions have been employers and small busi- Engineering and Mathematics from December 7 to January made at this time. This next phase nesses with up to 50 employ- (STEM) and Information, and 20, 2017. Applicants approved of engagement involves consultees looking to hire students Communications Technology for funding will be able to hire ing with stakeholders about the proposed locations, including for summer 2017 to apply now (ICT); employers involved students as early as April 2017. for funding under the Canada in activities celebrating For further information and people who use drugs, commuSummer Jobs program.

Canada’s 150th anniversary of to apply, please visit Canada. nity partners and the public.

Residents of Kamloops can proThe Canada Summer Jobs Confederation; and small busi- ca/Canada-summer-jobs or a vide feedback on supervised conprogram creates summer job nesses, in recognition of their Service Canada Centre. sumption services and the proposed opportunities and valuable work locations by visiting the Interior experience for full-time students Health Supervised Consumption aged 15 to 30 years old.

There is always a need for more webpage and submitting their opinIn Kamloops-Thompson- – continued from front volunteers, members and spon- ions through the online feedback Cariboo, the priorities focus on with behavioural challenges. sors, and donations are always form by December 15. local special events, location become hyper focused and welcome.

Following the completion of this and sector priorities, but all eli- They motivated. It’s exciting to watch,” Makerspace is located at 207 phase of engagement, a decision gible applicants are encouraged Nicholas marvels.

Victoria Street West. For more will be made on whether to apply to apply. Employers are also “There can be intimidation fac- information, contact them via to Health Canada for an exemption invited to include applications that complement this year’s iden- tor in building or creating any- email info@kamloopsmakerspace. to operate supervised consumption tified national priorities, which thing, having this space offers com or pop by on Wednesdays services and, if so, at which locations. The decision will be based include: employers involved in a low-commitment option in a from 6:00 to 8:00 pm for a tour of on the outcome of engagement, a supportive environment.”

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The 9th annual Kamloops Shoe Memorial was held on December 6, the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women, at St. Andrews on the Square.

Started in Kamloops by Lynn Chasse to honour her mother Dorothee McLaughlin who was murdered by her ex-boyfriend in 2000 in Quesnel, the memorial serves to remember all missing and murdered women and victims of violence. Donated shoes were then passed on to the Y’s Women’s Emergency Shelter after the memorial.

Comedy fundraiser to benefit the Kamloops Food Bank The Funny for Food Kamloops Food Bank Fundraiser is being held at The Blue Grotto on Thursday, December 15. Funny for Food stars the famously funny Ivan Decker. You will recognize Ivan from his many appearances at Just for Laughs, The Winnipeg Comedy Festival, numerous hilarious battles on CBC’s The Debaters as well as opening for Brent Butt right here in Kamloops. Ivan is bringing with him a relatively new face on the scene from Vancouver, the very talented Gavin Matts.

Following the comedy show there will be a dance party/ karaoke lounge hosted

by Kamloops favourite front man Dave Coalmine. Tickets are $20 and proceeds from this event will go towards providing Christmas dinners for the many users of the Kamloops Food Bank. Your support is what will make this evening a success for the Kamloops Food Bank and local families in need. There will be no lack of entertainment for this fun, festive and fabulous evening!

Tickets are available now at thebluegrotto.ca or in person at The Blue Grotto or Long and McQuade.

Happy Holidays to the Community Thanks for your support and an amazing 2016.

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London Drugs floor supervisor Brienne Dawson and store manager Kevin Ellison hold up some of the donations that have been made for Operation: Secret Santa program, which helps isolated and lonely seniors this holiday season. If you would like to nominate a senior in need please call Brandi at the Centre for Seniors Information at 778-470-6000.

Kamloops Blazers alumni, co-owner and Kamloops native Mark Recchi has been selected into the BC Sports Hall of Fame.

Recchi is one of the greatest athletes to come out of Kamloops. He played with the Kamloops Blazers from 1986 to 1988 and went on to a 22-year NHL playing career winning three Stanley Cups.

He also won a Stanley Cup in 2016 with the Pittsburgh Penguins as a development coach. Recchi played in seven NHL all-star games and also won a gold medal at the 1997 IIHF World Ice Hockey Championships.

The Kamloops native played 1652 NHL games, which ranks fifth alltime. He is 13th all-time in NHL points with 1533 throughout his career. The only BC born player who recorded more career points in the NHL was Joe Sakic. Recchi will join the 1994 to 95 Kamloops Blazers (2016), and Scott Niedermayer (2014) among Kamloops Blazers alumni inducted into the BC Sports Hall of Fame.

Karl deBruijn heading 2017 SOBC Summer Games

Special Olympics BC (SOBC) has announced that Karl deBruijn, retired School District #73 superintendent, has stepped up to serve as chair of the 2017 Special Olympics BC Summer Games Organizing Committee. Karl, who worked with the school district for 40 years, also volunteered as a member of the organizing committee for the 2015 SOBC Winter Games that were held in Kamloops and Sun Peaks.

“I really believe in the mandate of Special Olympics BC and I am pleased to

again have the opportunity to work with this organization,” Karl says. “I really enjoyed being a part of the organizing committee during the 2015 SOBC Winter Games. It was a great opportunity to work with some really talented community members who were dedicated to making the Games a very special event for each of the athletes attending from around the province. We worked hard to ensure that our volunteers and our sport venues were completely ready to host the athletes and the competitions. We wanted

each athlete to have a positive sport experience and an opportunity to achieve his/ her personal best. Thanks to the hard work of the many Kamloops organizations and volunteers, the 2015 SOBC Winter Games were a great success. I am confident that we can do the same for the 2017 Summer Games.”

SOBC is grateful to Karl, all the volunteers set to give their time as members of the Games Organizing Committee and all the generous sponsors.

“The support of sponsors is absolutely critical.

Without them, we could not host these important Games.

These experiences mean so much to our athletes and do so much to show all that individuals with intellectual disabilities can do, opening hearts and minds,” SOBC president and CEO Dan Howe says.

Those interested in learning more about Games sponsorship opportunities and benefits are invited to contact Dan Howe at dhowe@ specialolympics.bc.ca or 1-888-854-2276 toll-free / 604-737-3079 direct.

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The Christmas my Kiwi husband and I spent in Perth, Hit the slopes hard darling, I’ll stay here where it’s warm.

Australia really highlighted how pervasive winter imagOur first winter in Canada was a cruel reminder of ery plays into most Christmas songs. Sure, the Aussies unpleasant weather conditions. The novelty wore off like an ice cream cone melting in the blazing sun. have Six White Boomers, the song about Santa dealing with Southern hemisphere heat and half dozen kangaroos This is greaaaaaat, nope, never mind, this is a disaster.

Heading to work at 5:00 am on a Sunday morning, hattaking over for the reindeer, but other than that…it’s Jingle Bells all the way, no matter the temperature. ing my life and missing the palm trees. My first attempt at Barefoot and baking in the sun, sprawled out on a blanket scraping the windshield was insufficient, so I pulled over to de-ice the glass once more. My fingers numb and my with chilled cider in hand, listening to a local choir’s rendiPERFECTLY tion of Walking in a Winter Wonderland or watching White eyes feeling heavy from want of sleep, I felt vulnerable, FABULOUS Christmas at an outdoor theatre in a summer dress and big alone in the darkness. I wanted to get back into the car, Alicia Ashcroft floppy hat. Sure, there’s a lack-of-snow situation in Vermont lock the door and move along. Spooked by the shadows, when Bing Crosby and crew arrive on the scene, but that is the door shut on my icy hand. remedied by the film’s end. Snow is the happy ending. Even though The pain transported me to a memory of a childhood injury. In the I was sun kissed and day drunk, and lavishing in the hot, hot holiday dead of winter, I was sitting on the slide on this metal monkey bar/ heat I couldn’t help but feel nostalgic for a freezing cold Christmas. swing set combo in the back yard. I was fussing with my mittens and Clearly, I had heatstroke and one too many Christmas cocktails shaking it off my hand, trying to release the fabric from my fingers. because that was a crazy thought.

The mittens released and I thwacked my freezing digits against the Snow is only great if you don’t have to go out in it. If there’s a roaring frosty metal of the slide. I yowled from the pain. In my short life, fire, a blanket, a book, a teapot and a kettle, winter is spectacular. Walking nothing had ever been more excruciating. in the first snowfall is magical, simply magical. Driving in it? Not so much.

My low pain threshold and high tolerance for histrionics is not Even Baby it’s Cold Outside, despite the creepy undertones, that something I’ve outgrown. Rocking gently behind the steering wheel, song kind of speaks to me. I’d seriously consider hanging with Gary my throbbing hand pressed between my knees, whimpering like a Busey, Jabba the Hut or Nickelback if it meant not trudging out into puppy with a wounded tail. The snivelling developed to something the cold night and dusting snow off my car. closer to that of a peasant shucking wheat in the relentless sun, singAs you can imagine, I’m not a winter sports person either. Boy, I ing Amazing Grace to gather strength. sure can appreciate the passion for it, but it’s from the sidelines that Why, why, why did I romanticize winter?

I make the remark. Whipping down a snow-covered mountain, feet I’d shake my fist vengefully at Old Man Winter, but one hand is on strapped to a board, all that wind and snow blowing in your face… the steering wheel and the other looks like a blue latex glove filled yikes. I’m also a klutz, so the whole thing sounds like a recipe for with ice-cold water that’s been forcefully balled up in a fist. Frost disaster. I’m more of an ice skate and hot tub kind of participant. bitten and bone chilled; sneering pitifully and dreaming of sand and Also, I look simply darling in a sweater, sipping cocoa in a ski lodge. sun, I wished that I was watching this miserable season from afar.

Kamloops Art Gallery appoints new interim curator The Kamloops Art Gallery (KAG) Board of Trustees has announced the appointment of Adrienne Fast as the new interim curator of the Kamloops Art Gallery, effective December 12 to January 2018.

Adrienne Fast joins the Gallery following a national search. She steps into the role for the next year to take over for curator Charo Neville who is off on maternity leave shortly. Adrienne brings a significant background to the role, having received her PhD in Art History and Theory from the University of Brit-

ish Columbia in 2015. She worked as an adjunct professor at the University of Western Washington and a teaching assistant at UBC. Most recently, worked as an assistant curator at the Vancouver Art Gallery.

“Adrienne impressed us with her commitment to artists in BC and her experience working with collections and artists at the Vancouver Art Gallery. Her particular interest in printmaking and South Asian art provide us with a unique opportunity to share this expertise with our community,” says executive direc-

tor Margaret Chrumka.

In her role as interim curator, Adrienne will oversee the year’s upcoming exhibitions and programs, and will work to curate a summer exhibition along with an exhibition opening January 2018.

“I am honoured to be taking on the interim curator position at the KAG,” says Adrienne. “The Gallery is such a vibrant and exciting centre for the arts, and I am thrilled to be able to contribute to the schedule of exhibitions and programs planned for 2017.”

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Bring Joy to a lonely Senior this Christmas

Little Vern Johnson gets his hair cut by stylist Katie McMahon at Manhandler Barber Shop on December 5 for their 4th annual Cuts for Toys day. Haircuts were given in exchange of new, unwrapped toys. The collected toys are then given to less fortunate children in Kamloops so they have a happy Christmas with new toys to unwrap. The ladies of the Manhandler, Alyssa Chenuz, Deanna DeCicco and Katie McMahon collected over 30 toys at their event.

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BCLC holiday campaign encourages responsible play Every year, BCLC reminds parents and adults that lottery products such as Scratch and Wins are a form of gambling, and not suitable gifts for children and minors.

This year’s campaign, titled ‘A Joy to Give, but Not to Kids,’ encourages responsible play and responsible gift-giving through online and social media outreach, as well as through digital signage at more than 3,900 lottery retailers and all casinos and community gaming centres across the province.

Lottery products may be great stocking stuffers, but not for children and youth. It is important that parents and adults understand the risks and impacts associated with underage gambling. Research has shown a correlation between the introduction of gambling products to underage children and potential problem gambling behaviour later in life. In fact, kids are more likely to gamble than to do drugs, smoke cigarettes or drink alcohol, yet it is a topic that is less frequently discussed between a parent and

their child. This is why BCLC encourages parents to start a conversation with their children about the risks of gambling, and make a conscious decision ot to give them lottery products as gifts.

Additional information can be found on gamesense.ca to learn more about the comprehensive programs in place to help players make informed choices about gambling. BCLC also encourages parents and other adults to access the GameSense for Parents program, which gives parents tools and resources to start a conversation with kids about gambling.

BCLC has supported the National Council of Problem Gambling and McGill University’s Holiday Campaign for nine years, which encourages lotteries in the United States, Canada and around the world to promote this important message. BCLC joins gaming jurisdictions across North America and Europe who are also encouraging players to gamble responsibly and limit access to gambling products by minors.

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“Go down the hill,” I told them, “out the door, past the pool, 200 yards down the block, and you’ll see it on your right.”

Their tired faces suddenly looked even more exhausted, until the man behind them spoke up. “They’re from England,” he said. “I think they’re looking for the elevator.”

The loving wife Bill pilled up a stool at his favourite bar and announced, “My wife Suzie must love me more than any woman has ever loved any man!”

“What makes you say that?” the bartender inquired.

“Last week,” Bill explained, “I had to take a couple of sick days from work. Suzie was so thrilled to have me around that everytime the milkman and the mailman came by, she’d run down the driveway, waving her arms and hollering, ‘My old man’s home!

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The explosion A terrific explosion occurs in a gunpowder factory, and once all the mess has been cleared up, an inquiry began.

One of the few survivors is pulled up to make a statement.

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“He was smoking in the mixing room?” the investigator said in stunned horror, “How long had he been with the company?”

“About 20 years, sir” “20 years in the company, then he goes and strikes a match in the mixing room, I’d have thought that would have been the last thing he’d have done.”

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Funny classified Sarah was reading a newspaper while her husband was engrossed in a magazine.

Suddenly, she burst out laughing. “Listen to this,” she said. “There’s a classified ad here where a guy is offing to swap his wife for a season ticket to the stadium.”

“Humm,” her husband said, not looking up from his magazine.

Teasing him, Sarah said, “Would you swap me for a season ticket?”

“Absolutely not,” he said.

“How sweet,” Sarah said. “Tell me why not.”

“Season’s more than half over,” he said.

Choose your weapon

Nine-year-old Aaron came home from the playground with a bloody nose, black eye and torn clothing. It was obvious he’d been in a bad fight and lost. While his father was patching him, he asked his son what happened.

“Well, Dad,” said Aaron, “I challenged Larry to a duel. And, you know, I gave him his choice of weapons.”

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A man gets into a car accident and injures his wrist pretty bad.

He goes to the hospital where the doctor gets him all fixed up, but before he leaves he asks the doctor, “Hey Doc, when this heals will I be able to play the piano?”

The doctor replied, “Yes, of course. You’ll be fine in just a few weeks.”

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On December 5 at the Old Courthouse Cultural Centre, the Kamloops Interior Summer School of Music (KISSM) hosted a celebration to launch the innovative Whole Note Program recognizing local music students and numerous community sponsors. The new community-based music program assists young musicians, who face financial barriers, to fulfill their passion and potential by providing a range of musical experiences. The BC Interior Community Foundation (BCICF) made a donation to the Whole Note Program during the celebration. Pictured are (L-R) Helen Barnett, BCICF, Kim Mangan, executive director of KISSM, Kirsten McDougall, BCICF, and Cara Graden, City of Kamloops with Colin O’Fee and Luke Olsen playing violins in the background.

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Decreasing temperatures lead to increasing demand for power The first wave of cold arctic air snap continues. The highest peak and snow has increased electricity hourly demand was recorded on demand by 12 per cent province- November 29, 2006 when conwide. sumption reached 10,113 megaOn Tuesday, December 6, elec- watts between 5:00 and 6:00 pm. tricity demand peaked at 9,345 Residential energy consumpmegawatts between 5:00 and 6:00 tion can increase, on average, by pm. This was 1,000 megawatts 88 per cent in the colder, darker higher than the peak demand on months. BC Hydro is reminding Tuesday the week before. customers there are simple ways BC Hydro records the highest to stay warm and save power durdemand for electricity in the win- ing the winter; install a programter months between 4:00 and 8:00 mable thermostat to schedule pm on weekday evenings. This is specific times to heat a home, put when British Columbians come on a sweater instead of turning up home, turn up the heat, switch the temperature, unplug unused on the lights, do laundry and electronics and use an advanced make dinner. power bar to manage standby Demand for electricity is expect- power, and wash laundry in ed to remain high as the cold cold water.

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Making the season bright - Performers gather at the Sandman Centre for the Seniors Light Tour on December 8, which hosted approximately 600 senior citizens.

■■ Operation: Secret Santa accepting donations for isolated, low-income seniors at Brock Activity Centre, London Drugs, Independent Grocer, Sahali Mall, All Aboard Games, Schoening Funeral Service or First Memorial Funeral Services. Deadline is Dec. 16 for gift donations. FMI contact CSI at 778-470-6000 or brandi@csikamloops.ca.

■■ Christmas Family Storytime on Dec. 16 at 11am at Sahali Mall.

Presented by the Kamloops Library.

Stories, songs, treats and a craft.

Santa visit at 12pm! FMI call 250372-5145.

■■ Time Signatures by the Saucy Fops from Dec. 14 to 17 at 8pm at the Pavilion Theatre. Tickets available at Kamloops Live Box Office, 1025 Lorne St. or kamloopslive.ca.

■■ The Kamloops Ostomy Sup-

port Group is a group for ostomates and their support persons. Enhance your quality of life through interaction with others who live with an ostomy. FMI re meeting dates and venues please call: Edie at 250819-0945 or Nightingale Medical at 250-377-8844.

■■ Sahali Mall Market every Saturday until Christmas from 10am to 2pm, 945 Columbia St. W. Shop for locally produced meats, eggs, baking, heirloom seeds, prepared food, crafts, books, and more. FMI contact: Visions Farmers Market Society, Andy Balogh, 250-5773810 or http://met.marketplacebc. ca/market/visions-farmers-marketsociety.

■■ Music Jokes New Year’s Day Concert on Jan. 1 at 2pm at the Rex Hall, 417 Seymour St. Presented by Chamber Musicians of Kamloops.

Tickets available at Kamloops Live!

Box Office and at the door.

■■ Old Time Fiddlers Dance on Jan. 7 from 7:30 to 10pm at Heritage House, 100 Lorne St. Admission at the door. Everyone welcome.

■■ Bottle fundraiser for Children’s Circle Daycare Society. Drop off your empty bottles to General Grants, 1395B Battle St. No clutter, or fuss for you. Drop them off in the bag and let them know they are for the society.

■■ Society for Creative Anachronism - Shire of Ramsgaard weekly practice/gathering on Tuesdays at 6:30pm at 150 Wilson St. (in back).

FMI call Raynagh at 250-376-6676.

■■ High Country Achievers Toastmasters Club meet on Thursdays at 6:45pm at Desert Gardens, 540 Seymour St. Learn how Toastmasters can provide you with

the skills of communication and leadership to help you in achieving your goals. Refreshments provided.

FMI or to RSVP call Lesley at 250374-8225.

■■ Drink and Draw on second Wed. of each month from 6 to 8pm at Red Collar Brewing, 355 Lansdowne St. Minors welcome with an adult. Free event. Supplies provided.

FMI call 250-377-2400.

■■ Volunteers Needed at the RIH Thrift Seller. Put your great customer service skills to a good cause.

FMI stop by 146 Victoria St. or call 250-374-0487.

■■ The Kamloops Old Time Fiddlers - Whether you like to learn and play music, dance or just listen and socialize, new members are always welcome. FMI call 250376-2330.

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echo stargazer Dear Sagittarius: (Nov. 23 -Dec. 21) It’s been all about you lately as a light shines on all things Sagittarius. But what about love?

Share your smile and watch the world reflect love right back into your warming heart.

Dear Capricorn: (Dec. 22 - Jan. 20) How can you make best use of your time? Money and the pursuit of personal goals have distracted you from the every day tasks that have to be done. Finish the paperwork and head to the gym.

Dear Aquarius: (Jan. 21 - Feb. 19) Blinders are removed on a financial situation, which had become cloudy. You’re not entirely out of the woods yet but you finally see an honest way through. A creative project returns to life.

Dear Pisces: (Feb. 20 - Mar. 20) Fighting gives way to love as a secret admirer steps in to distract combatants. The office is calling but your soul needs some “me time” to heal from 2016 and to prepare your charge for 2017.

Dear Aries: (Mar. 21 - April 20) Friends continue to lead the way with fun and opportunities you hadn’t thought of. Don’t stray too far from the fort however as changes reveal themselves at home. Team up for your best chance at success.

Dear Taurus: (Apr. 21 - May 21) Light is shining on the money you share with others but this week you’ll begin to wonder what’s really in it for you. Love continues to push for a vacation with hopes of an exotic rendezvous on foreign shores.

Dear Gemini: (May 22 - June 21) People have been talking about you and this week you’ll find out why. You should be directing your efforts into your relationships but money is calling with an opportunity you didn’t realize was yours for the taking.

Dear Cancer: (June 22 - July 22) Don’t be surprised if a face from the past suddenly shows up with news you didn’t expect. You thought you could close your eyes on this one and just walk away but fate has other ideas.

Dear Leo: (July 23 - Aug 22) Dress your best and get ready to take a chance on love. A friendly relationship takes a turn for the serious as hearts collide on a creative project. Love says yes.

Dear Virgo: (Aug. 23 - Sept. 23) News arrives in your professional world with an answer you’ve been waiting for. Stick to your fitness goals and watch the holiday sweets. Home is still where the heart is.

Dear Libra (Sept. 24 - Oct. 23) Keep your ears open as news from far away could spur a second effort on a forgotten goal. If you make an effort on someone who’s been waiting for you then love will take a sudden turn right into your arms.

Dear Scorpio: (Oct. 24 - Nov. 22) Joint finances approach with the final bill. As pockets begin to empty discipline will be required to make it through. Don’t cut corners but don’t overspend either.

Astro-week Sonnyscopes courtesy of Collin Sonny Rosati, Vancouver Astrologer, Hypnotist. For personal readings visit thesunnyside.net.

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