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Musical tribute for a heart of gold For those involved in this emotionally charged fundraiser, it’s an honour and a privilege to help create a legacy from the devastating loss of Rob Medves, who died unexpectedly at the age of 46. As the manager of Cactus Jacks, the “gentle giant” was well-known in the community. Following Rob’s untimely passing two years ago, the loss has continued to deeply impact all those that knew him well—or even for those who met him in passing. Lisa Verity, Special Events Coordinator for the Heart and Stroke Foundation, and co-organizer of Heart On His Sleeve: A Tribute Concert in Honour of Rob Medves said, “I knew Rob casually, and later professionally, through various events. He had a really caring way about him, he made me feel like I mattered.” “While planning this event, I’ve learned that everyone has the same story about Rob—different details of course, but his absence is felt by all who knew him, ” continued Lisa. Chuck Ferguson, Cactus Jacks’ General Manager “was lucky to have worked with Rob for many years.” Having also grown up with Rob, Chuck believes that Rob would have approved of the fundraiser. “He was unbelievably kind, with a truly charitable heart…it matches his giving personality.” While there have been gatherings to commemorate his memory, Lisa said there have been conversations about whether they could do “bigger and better.” Ultimately, it was a matter of time— to heal, to come to terms— “It has been an open wound, it Photo courtesy of Heart and Stroke Foundation has been such a loss, that the timing didn’t feel of humor, he was famous for pulling some right to do anything until now,” Lisa said. Collectively, those closest to Rob are at a pretty hilarious stunts and pranks,” Chuck point when it hurts a little less to remem- laughed. “Those stories are sure to come up.” Now that the time was right, the pieces ber the good times. “Rob had a great sense

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Saturday the Kamloops Long Blades took time out from their competition to pay tribute to Kamloops’ Olympian Jessica Hewitt. A commemorative plaque honoring Jessica’s accomplishments and contributions was unveiled at the Olympic rink concourse at McArthur Island. Photo submitted by Jodi Roberts.

Recognizing resilience in troubled times The fentanyl epidemic is at a catastrophic state, and some families are struggling to communicate with their children, others are grappling to combat the crisis in their own homes. Recognizing Resilience: A Group for Parents and Caregivers of Teens Involved with Substances is a six-week program set to provide much needed information and tools to support their loved ones. The group was inspired by caregivers determined to create a dialogue about drug use, as well as to provide a supportive educational environment. The course will provide insights into what behaviours to watch out for, and how to sympathetically express that their children have choices, options, and an inner-strength they didn’t know they had. Do you know an adolescent who is, or may be struggling with drug or alcohol use or peer pressure? This is a safe, confidential space for all caregivers of adolescents to share, explore and learn about several factors in this highly-sensitive topic.

Beyond the concept of resilience, the program discusses what helps and hinders adolescent development; why youth may begin or continue to use substances; and how to enhance relationships between caregivers and teens. Values, beliefs, and feelings about substances, substance use, and parenting, as well as strategies when exploring boundaries and imparting consequences will be discussed. Whether you suspect your ado-

lescent child is experimenting the Henry Grube Centre, 245 occasionally or using frequently, Kitchener Crescent. Meetings the program will develop new take place on Tuesday evenings ways to foster a stronger rela- from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm. tionship through open commuIf you or a loved one needs nication. In addition, parents will more information, contact the learn how to uphold effective Phoenix Centre at 250-374-4634 consequences that are appropri- or check out their website at ate for certain circumstances. www.phoenixcentre.org. Recognizing Resilience is To register for Recognizing a collaboration between the Resilience, email Angela Phoenix Centre and SD73. The Lawrence, District Drug and program runs from February Alcohol Counsellor at alaw7 to March 14 in Room 3 at rence@sd73.bc.ca.

Heart On His Sleeve: A Tribute Concert in Honour of Rob Medves – continued from front will be donated to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. “We’ve asked for assistance with this event and we’ve received it without hesitation,” Lisa remarked. The event will include some sharing of personal anecdotes, “This event will be up close and personal. This is an opportunity for those who loved him, knew him, were impacted by his life to come and honor his memory.” Chuck shared that Rob’s father had also passed away at a young

age from a heart attack. Consequently, Rob had always been a proud supporter of the Heart and Stroke foundation. The Heart and Stroke Foundation has been “creating survivors” for over six decades; a leading supporter of life-saving research, which has lead to innovations such as heart transplant surgery and ground-breaking stroke treatments. Through education efforts and interactives, Heart and Stroke encourages Canadians to live healthier lives.

Heart On His Sleeve will be held on Saturday, February 18 from 7:00pm to 11:00pm at CJ’s Nightclub, 130 5th Avenue. Performances by The Chris Buck Band, past winners of the BC Country Music Association’s Country Club Act of the Year and Group or Duo of the Year and Big Shiny featuring Andrew Christopher, a rocking 90s cover band promise to keep partygoers dancing all night long. Tickets are $30 or four for $100, and are available at kamtix.ca. Alicia Ashcroft, freelance

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Kamloops women and some men lined up Saturday to get inside lululemon’s pop up store at Hotel 540. Once inside but still in line they had staff explaining all the different fabrics used in their clothing and the activities they were best suited for. There was a good selection of products but certainly not eveything. Also being showcased was Lavender and Grace jewellery, Okanagan Lifestyle Apparel and Ivivva which is children’s active wear. Kelowna lululemon educators Kate De Kruif and Alana Attew were impressed with attendance and hope to do it again.

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Matt, David, Mark and Paula Farmer are on a skiing holiday all the way from Adelaide, Australia. They are spending three weeks travelling across Western Canada. Our cracker jack reporter caught up to them downtown in Fan Cave Canada. The shop recently moved to 320 Victoria Street where you will find beautifully framed sports and music memorabilia, jerseys and more.

Hit the ground walking lery, which is a series of 22 murals throughHello from the winter CAP Team! It has been an exciting start to 2017 for the four of out downtown. At the end of 2016 Ken Wells, us in red! Even though the CAP Team has Kelly Wright, and Alex Moir-Porteus each been around for over a decade, this is only created new murals behind Service Canada, the second winter with a year-round team. Red Collar Brewing, and Carlos O’Bryan’s, With layers of fleece, pockets full of hand respectively. I recommend you pick up a free, warmers, and long johns, we have continued self-directed tour guide in the Downtown our patrols through fresh snow and sunshine Kamloops directory and go for a stroll! six days per week! Regardless of the forecast, Jacob is continuing with the State of DownI have seen tag team snow removal between town Report. This is a snapshot of the changneighbors and businesses, which is a charm CAP comments ing economic landscape downtown, which will be published in the following weeks. not lost on a city this size. It may appear that we (myself, Jon, Jacob, and Alexis) There is helpful information about parking rates and patrol all day long, but we have been working on a hand- bike lanes, which I recommend to anyone who is curiful of projects while we are at the Visitor and Information ous about the different industries in Kamloops. Centre at 340 Victoria Street. Alexis keeps the CAP Team operations running by I am continuing with People of the Neighbourhood. overseeing our projects and acts as a liaison with Rocky These are a series of interviews with business owners to Mountaineer, Tourism Kamloops, RCMP, and By-Law provide a history of your favorite coffee shop or retailer. Services, to name a few organizations. As a Supervisor, It is wonderful to put a face to a name and see the passion she knows the ins and outs of downtown Kamloops and and commitment that owners have invested in our com- will answer your questions about Tele-Park or the latest munity. Throughout the following months, there will be exhibit at the Kamloops Art Gallery. a new article every week on www.downtownkamloops. Overall, it is an enjoyable time to not only collaborate com so check it out! on diverse projects, but also enjoy the amenities that Jon is promoting back alley lighting in tandem with Downtown Kamloops has to offer. Stay tuned for upcomcrime prevention packages. He is delivering information ing events over the next few months! to businesses as part of the safety component in our jobs. See you out and about! These projects are connected to the Back Alley Art Gal- Angela Halas, Customer Care and Patrol Team Member

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Let’s Move Studio an oasis from the daily grind Seeking a fun, inclusive and diverse form of exercise? Look no further than Let’s Move Studio, the longest running and most diverse facility in Kamloops. Owner Shalen Curle says “variety is the spice of life”, especially when it comes to exercise. Keep your fitness regime on its toes with a mix of high and low intensity options. Classes are widely varied, inclusive and above all, fun. No matter your fitness level, body type or age, Let’s Move has an option in store for you. “Whether you want to harness the power of your mind with meditation workshops, or you seek flexibility with yoga or want to get in shape with fitness classes—there is something for everybody,” Shalen says. See the schedule for yourself, there are too many classes and workshops to list! Zumba has you shaking things up to upbeat Latin inspired tunes; Pound is inspired by the irrepressible, heart-pounding thrill of wailing on the drums. Full Body Circuit offers a full body conditioning and sculpting experience; Barre blends ballet with Pilates and yoga. Between Belly dancing, ballet, burlesque and hip-hop classes, there is no end of ways to move your body. “We’re all about the good vibes, people can be themselves here. We hope that the studio can be their second home, an oasis from stress,” Shalen says. Beyond the walls of the “urban zen lounge”—as Shalen describes the space— classes are easily transported elsewhere.

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Teachers also offer provide private lessons to everyone from Girl Guides, to bachelorette parties, to senior citizens. They also assist with fundraising efforts and collaborate yearly with RIH Royal Affair organizers. Let’s Move Studio is located at 831 Victoria Street; the entrance and parking is at the

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Kamloops to become BC’s first Bee City A motion to designate Bees and other pollinating attract bees at the visitor centre Kamloops a Bee City was insects play an essential role in and the BC Wildlife Park will recently brought forward at ecosystems with an estimated plant a pollinator garden next to council by Lisa Strachan of 85 percent of flowering plants, its bee hive this spring. Tourism Kamloops and sup- including fruits and vegetables, Bee City Canada started ported by Glenn Grant, the depending on these pollina- in 2016 with the vision of executive director of the B.C. tors. Climate change, pesticide communities across Canada; Wildlife Park and co-chair use, spread of disease, loss of connected in the protection, of Communities in Bloom. habitat have all played a part in promotion and celebration of The motion was unanimously their declining numbers. pollinators, enjoying the benapproved, making Kamloops The city will now focus on efits of healthy ecosystems. the first city in BC to make planting flowers that are bee Check out www.beecitycanada. the designation and the third friendly and create more green org to get ideas on what you Canadian city after Toronto space. Tourism Kamloops has can do to help make Kamloops and Chestermere, AB. in the works an edible garden to a bee friendly city.

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Our Echo reporter spotted her shadow on a sunny winter morning. Let’s hope the groundhog doesn’t see his on February 2 so we can have an early spring.

Matching industry challenges (needs) to BC solutions

On February 10, the BC Innovation Council will be in Kamloops as part of the Regional Innovation Opportunities tour, showcasing regional innovations and opportunities. This Regional Innovation Opportunities tour will be a platform for industry, government, and regional stakeholders to communicate and discuss their innovation challenges with BC researchers, companies and entrepreneurs. The goal of the BCIC’s Innovation Exchange is to match industry, government, and regional challenges (needs) with home-grown solutions; build relationships among BC innovators, industry, regional and government organizations; support the growth of BC’s industry, companies and economy; showcase regional innovations and opportunities; and advance

provincial and national innovation priorities. A showcase of challenges specific to companies and Ministries that are the gateway to global markets, you will get first-hand knowledge about the needs of technology buyers and government procurement. Attend to share your ideas and solutions to these innovation challenges and discover market opportunities! Make powerful connections. Grow your company in your community and gain customers around the world. The Regional Innovation Opportunities tour will be at Kamloops Innovation Centre, 348 Tranquille Road on Friday, February 10 from 12:15 pm to 4:15 pm. Admission is free. To get more information and to register go to: https://www. picatic.com/kamrio

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TRU Law Conference open The Students Law Society (SLS) at TRU Law is set to host their annual conference on February 2 and 3. This year’s theme is “In the Spotlight: Sports, Media and Entertainment Law.” The event is open to the public. The conference is organized entirely by TRU Law students. Organizers have worked hard to schedule a lineup of high profile and acclaimed professionals in the fields of sports, media and entertainment who will deliver talks on relevant and interesting topics in these popular fields, with keynote speaker Live Nation Canada’s president Paul Haagenson giving a closer look at how his operations are run and how decisions are made. There is a great lineup of speakers including Peter Lawless (vice-president, Canadian Olympic Committee) – Doping/Sports Arbitration; Paul Melia (president

and CEO of the Canadian Centre of Ethics in Sport) - Ethics in Sports; Michael McCann (legal analyst for Sports Illustrated); Gilles Daigie (general legal counsel, SOCAN - Society of Composers, Authors and Music Publishers of Canada); Jennifer Keim (senior legal counsel at the BCLC); and Karim Amlani (senior legal counsel, Hootsuite). As well there will be a slate of other speakers and panelists discussing topics such as: TRU Law Associate Dean and sports law expert Jon Heshka on negligence in extreme sports; TRU Law thirdyear student Kyle Sandulescu on NCAA concussion liability; and TRU Law third-year student Kris Kinash on NHL regional blackouts and Canada’s Competition Act. A full conference schedule with detailed times and locations is available at http://www.trusls.org/ news/student-conference/.

Kamloops Blazers have big plans for BC Family Day The Kamloops Blazers will be hosting the Portland Winterhawks on BC Family Day on February 13 at 2 pm at the Sandman Centre. The first 5000 fans will receive a Jermaine Loewen bobblehead courtesy of Intact Insurance.   The Blazers will be welcoming 400 Big Brothers and Big Sisters from the mentoring program. They will attend the game courtesy of some terrific local sponsors in Cates Ford Oien Epp Barristers and Solicitors; Fulton and Company LLP, and Gillespie and Company LLP. The BC Family Day game will be recognized as ‘Faith and Family Day’. The Blazers have teamed up with the Roman Catholic Diocese

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of Kamloops and will have a contingent of people from St. Ann’s Academy and Our Lady of Perpetual Help (OLPH) schools at the game.   Bishop Joseph P. Nguyen will drop the puck in a ceremonial faceoff, and the St. Ann’s Academy and OLPH Rising Stars school choir will perform the national anthems.   The Heart and Stroke Foundation will be raffling off a trip for two anywhere WestJet flies. Tickets will only

be available at the game, with the prize awarded in the third period.   On the way out of the building, fans will be able to pick up a team poster from Browns Socialhouse. Following the game, there will be a postgame skate with the Blazers. Make sure to bring your skates to get pictures and autographs from some of your favourite players!   At the conclusion of the postgame skate, the Blazers will be at Browns Socialhouse to interact with fans.

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The time has come to celebrate how much you love Mamma Mia… it’s time to party! Local event planner, Judy Basso, has wanted to do this type of event for years. “I have seen the movie about 10 or 15 times, and the play twice (WCT’s production was better than what I saw in Las Vegas!). This party is a great way of celebrating the huge success of the play’s run that was just here. Everyone that saw it enjoyed it so much.” Says event producer, Judy Basso. “The great part is that by coming to this event you are also supporting the SPCA’s new shelter.” The event will be held at 6:30 pm Friday, February 24 at The Coast Hotel Conference Centre in the main ballroom. The movie will be playing, but you can sing and

dance throughout the whole movie! An ambiance inspired by the movie welcomes you. Guests can look forward to a delicious Greek dinner, prepared by Chef Romeo. All guests are encouraged to wear costumes motivated by your favourite scenes in the movie. There will also be live entertainment and DJ to round out the evening. It will be one of the most memorable parties you have ever been to. Tickets are on sale now for an early bird price until February 4. Get a group together with the early bird rate, and have the time of your lives! Groups of 5 or more will have reserved seating. Tickets are available at Kamoopslive.ca, 250374-LIVE or contact Judy Basso directly at 250-851-5247 or jbassoevents@gmail.com

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Dirty Secrets Valentine burleque show Who doesn’t love a secret? This February 9, Kamloops Burlesque is showcasing the juiciest, dirtiest secrets they have come across with their Dirty Secrets Valentine show at The Blue Grotto. Kamloops Burlesque is thrilled to be welcoming back Innana’s Awakening, who, alongside local burlesque queens, Cherry Pan Tease, Vain Calamity Jane, Ms. Coco Creme, and Ruby Spitfire will be joined on stage by the amazingly talented, special guest, Ivy La Fleur! Emerging from Calgary, this blonde bombshell is continuously inspired by vintage glamour and the performing arts in every form. No stranger to the stage as she has left her mark performing around the West including the 2nd and 3rd Calgary International Burlesque Festival, Edmonton’s International Burlesque Festival and made her first International debut at this year’s Oregon International Burlesque Festival. Kamloops Burlesque is a 19+ showcase. Buy tickets in person at Instinct Adornment or purchase online at KamTix.ca. VIP Tickets give you exclusive floor seating and a chance to win more draw prizes! Arrive by 9:00 pm to take advantage of this special seating. Doors open at 8pm, show starts at 9:30pm. Dress up in your Valentines best for a chance at winning some delectably decadent Caduceus Chocolates in the Best Dressed contest!

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Looking for a place to play pool other than a bar setting? Open since late last year Kamloops Billiards Club offers seven pool tables and a snooker table. You can drop in for a game or become a member and play whenever you want. There are so many different types of games. Gary MacIntosh, one of the owners and Den Kay club member are seen here having a game of nine-ball. Come check them out at 232 Victoria Street.

Saturday Morning Art with Kelly C Perry Come spend some time in a creative environment working on your art. Begin a new project or work on an old one. Knitting, crochet, painting, printmaking anything you would like but have no time at home to create. Learn how to create intuitive art, based on how one feels, using your own photography. Bring your own supplies, although there will be some supplies on hand, including photos or pictures to inspire or connect you to your art piece. New ideas will be introduced from time to time. There will be critics, and time for chats and connecting with other artists.

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■■ Kamloops Museum and Archives presents Morris Lum Re: Recording Chinese Histories. This popular exhibit is being held over until Feb. 25. 207 Seymour St. ■■ Award-winning author Kim Fu at Kamloops Library on Feb. 1, at 7 pm, for a reading and discussion of both her poetry and prose. ■■ Jan Seedhouse featured Feb. 1 to 28 at the Courthouse Gallery, 7 West Seymour St. Well known local weaver, presents new works, with new colours, new colour combinations and new fibres. Open 10am to 5pm Tues. to Fri., 10am to 4pm Sat. Handicap accessible, free parking. Visit:kamloopscourthousegallery.ca ■■ Kamloops Film Society Winter Series: Feb 2: Cameraperson, Feb 9: The Eagle Huntress,  Feb 16: Manchester by the Sea,  Feb 23: Things to Come. 7pm at Paramount Theatre, 503 Victoria St. FMI visit kamloopsfilmseries.ca. ■■ Social Ballroom Dancing for terrified beginners to experienced dancers in the Dogwood Room, Cottonwood Manor, 730 Cottonwood Ave. on Thursdays. Lesson at 6:30pm. Feb 2, 9, 16: foxtrot westchester, Feb. 23: foxtrot society. Dance 7 to 9pm. Drop-in fee. FMI contact Dance With Me Kamloops at 250-3773743 or dancewithmekamloops.com. ■■ Kamloops Power Choir moves to Thursdays, 7 to 8pm, beginning Feb. 2. All ages and levels welcome. Lansdowne Village (unit #204 - 450 Lansdowne St.) FMI call 250-299-1203 or visit www.kamloopspowerchoir.com. ■■ Art We Are presents Green Room Sat, Feb. 4 and Nick Fast on Feb. 25. All shows start at 7pm. Tickets at the door. 246 Victoria St. ■■ ProtoHack: Where Amazing Ideas Begin at Thompson Rivers University on Feb. 4. Tickets at www.eventbrite.com. FMI visit https://protohack.com. ■■ Kamloops Old Time Fiddlers Dance on Feb 4. Heritage House, 100 Lorne St. 7:30 to 10pm For tickets call 250-376-2330. ■■ Call for bands/musicians to compete at Padlock Studios’ Battle of the Bands on Mar. 4. Submit your band or solo act to perform and win cash, prizes and a feature paid show at Padlock. Submission deadline: Feb. 4. FMI email padlockstudios@hotmail.com.

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Piano legend - Harold Mabern will bring his piano mastery to St. Andrews on the Square, February 7 at 7:30pm when he joins the Cory Weed Quartet for an evening of powerful music and jazz history. Tickets at Kamloops Live Box Office, www.kamloopslive.com or 250-374-5483.

■■ Valentines Luncheon Feb. 7, 12 to 2 pm Frick and Frack Taphouse, 577 Victoria St. Come and bring an RIH friend who has retired or is on LTD. RSVP by noon on Feb. 2 to marnie.strong@shaw.ca or call 250-828-2724. ■■ Mockus runs Feb. 8 to 11 at Pavilion Theatre, 1025 Lorne St. Tickets available through Kamloops Live! Box Office at www. kamloopslive.ca or 250-374-LIVE (5483). ■■ White Cane Week Luncheon at Desert Gardens on Feb. 9 at 12 noon with Keynote speaker RT Rev. Mr. Ken Gray, current Chairperson of CNIB BC/Yukon Division Board. Limited tickets available at CNIB office or through Laura at 250-372-5604 until Feb. 2. No tickets available at the door. ■■ Advanced Care Planning Workshop Feb. 9 from 1 to 3pm; Feb. 18 10am to 12pm. Kamloops Alliance Church, 200 Leigh Rd. FMI and to register contact Kamloops Hospice Association at 250-372-1336 or Pamela@kamloopshospice.com.

■■‘360 Degrees of Wellness’ Free Wellness Talk at Nature’s Fare Market, Feb 9 at 7pm, 1350 Summit Dr. Sign up at the vitamin desk or at naturesfare.com ■■ Ping Pong-Table Tennis at Desert Gardens Community Center, 540 Seymour St. on Tuesdays at 7pm and Thursdays at 12:30pm. Drop in fee. FMI 250-372-3965. ■■ 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. ■■ 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 250-376-2330. ■■ 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.

TEMPORARY PART-TIME COPY EDITOR WANTED We are looking for a copy editor and front desk person to work with our tight-knit team at the Downtown and North Shore Echo newspapers. An interest in writing with excellent skills in spelling and grammar is essential. The gig entails editing press releases, proofreading, writing headlines and captions, sourcing stories, operating copiers, answering phones and some knowledge of account receivables. Mac computer skills are a must. Must be familiar with MS Word, Outlook and social media. Must have an eye for detail, be highly organized and capable of mutitasking. The hours are flexible, the work atmosphere is fun! Submit resume to echo7@shawcable.com or #1 - 219 Victoria Street, Kamloops, BC V2C 2A1

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echo stargazer Dear Aquarius: (Jan. 21 - Feb. 19) The past is trying to keep you from spreading your wings and embracing your new destiny. Rather than appeasing limiting energies by addressing messes that were cleaned up a long time ago, step into the future with new conversations from new faces. Dear Pisces: (Feb. 20 - Mar. 20) It’s time to clean the cobwebs of past distractions and make room for a beautiful new day. Financial goals get a boost of “can do” energy as well laid plans call for action. Show your destiny that you’re ready for your adventure. Dear Aries: (Mar. 21 - April 20) There’s a bounce in your step and pride in your stride. A boost of ego energy lifts your spirits and sets your adventure in motion. The person you’ve been secretly admiring from afar is waiting for you to say hello. Dear Taurus: (Apr. 21 - May 21) It may have been a fun ride but toes have been bumped and a toll must now be paid. You can’t please everyone but a hidden enemy is about to cause a rift. Keep your eyes open and let love save the day. Dear Gemini: (May 22 - June 21) Everywhere you go people seem to know your name. You’re popular and attracting positive accolades with your insightful conversation and a pretty smile. Friends demand more of your time. Dear Cancer: (June 22 - July 22) It’s time to be publicly assertive but that doesn’t mean you have free license to rock the boat. Fans want you to shine with dignity and grace. Just remember that you may be part of the show but you’re a fan as well. Stick up for yourself. Dear Leo: (July 23 - Aug 22) An exotic treasure hiding on distant shores commands your attention. Be careful where you place your affections and your loyalty. Love is still focused on the money you make together and she won’t be happy if you spend it on distractive pleasures. Dear Virgo: (Aug. 23 - Sept. 23) Everywhere you look, money comes into view. Personal finances continue to grow but the news of the week belongs in a joint venture. Love wants to be part of the financial picture. Dear Libra (Sept. 24 - Oct. 23) It’s time to take that leap of faith and say what you really feel to that smiling face. Your aggressive outburst will surprise but the results will last. Be confident and assertive. Love is ready to join your journey. Dear Scorpio: (Oct. 24 - Nov. 22) You can kiss your midmorning lounge at the coffee shop goodbye! Astro-energies are pushing you to get down to work on more than just fun and creative projects. Plan your success because you won’t have time to wing it. Dear Sagittarius: (Nov. 23 -Dec. 21) Play nice with the kids. Toes will be bumped as competing energies vie for your attention. A lost hobby resurfaces with financial potential. Romance encourages a playful adventure. Just make sure all of the paperwork is completed before you leave the office. Dear Capricorn: (Dec. 22 - Jan. 20) Love still has you running around, meeting new faces, and exploring career possibilities. The spotlight however, turns to your physical resources and personal savings just in time. Home repairs are on the way. Astro-week Sonnyscopes courtesy of Collin Sonny Rosati, Vancouver Astrologer, Hypnotist. For personal readings visit thesunnyside.net.

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