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The Brier - it’s here for a good time The best male curlers in Canada are vying for their chance to represent Canada at the World Men’s Curling Championship. Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Northern Ontario, Northwest Territories/Yukon, Nova Scotia, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Quebec and Saskatchewan have trained hard and are ready to show off their skills. Gord McNabb, the event manager for the 2014 Tim Hortons Brier from Canadian Curling is excited about the event. “Kamloops has a history of hosting events of all sorts. They have a great volunteering base, a lot of community support and of course state-of-the-art facilities,” comment Gord. “Curling has a long relationship in Kamloops. The Brier has been here in the past and we like coming to Kamloops.” The Brier first began in 1927 in Toronto. Since then it has become a great sense of national pride and entertainment. “Come see some great curling. There are also a lot of other activities that are going on around the Brier,” adds Gord. “There is mini-curling, live entertainment, autographs, up close and personal time and a great big party.” There is more to the Brier than curling. Don’t forget to experience the Patch where there is great food
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Worldwide in nearly all Scout associations, BP Day. is celebrated on February 22, the birthday of Robert BadenPowell, the founder of Scouting. Neckerbombing is the act of taking a neckerchief, the signature of the Scout uniform, and putting it on statues. Area Scouts / Rovers dressed up the statues in front of the civic building recently to honour their founder.
Projects created by youth for youth United Way knows that investments in youth are investments in the future. For the seventh year in a row young professionals from our community have made the funding decisions when it comes to the Youth Initiative Grants. Using sponsorship from TELUS and Interior Savings and funds from GenNext, seven grants of approximately $1,000 or more were awarded to youth throughout our region. These projects will happen over the next several months throughout the Cariboo, North Thompson and Nicola regions. The allocation team was made up of young professionals from the United Way Youth Club and GenNext. “I am very thankful for the Youth Initiative Grants.
There are none out there like it. I hope it continues in the future!” says a youth who received a grant to do a weekend long HIV education workshop with First Nations youth in 2013. These innovative and creative projects are created by youth for youth and encompass everything from the first ever Pride event at a rural school to youth cooking and providing meals to the homeless. The SAAVI Art Exhibition in partnership with the YMCA/YWCA Children Who Witness Abuse program will be in Kamloops. This is a program for girls who have witnessed abuse. They will create art as part of their group work and ultimately host an art show.
Lansdowne Street lane closures ensure safety The City is preparing to host one of the biggest events of the year! The 2014 Tim Hortons Brier - Canadian Men’s Curling Championship takes place at Interior Savings Centre from March 1 to 9. The City expects a large amount of visitor vehicle and pedestrian traffic in the downtown area and is taking necessary precautions to ensure safety for visitors and residents alike. The City will be closing the curb lane on Lansdowne Street, directly behind Memorial Arena, from February 19 to March 11 to permit loading and unloading of equipment, food and beverages for the Brier Patch festivities taking place at the arena. The City appreciates that there will be a lot of tourist traffic in the city centre and wants to ensure the experience is a positive one. Consequently, the City will also be erecting wayfinding signage from Interior Savings Centre to Memorial Arena to assist pedestrians in finding their way between the two venues. Residents are reminded that as Kamloops plays
host to this international event, there may be added vehicle and pedestrian traffic throughout the city, so be sure to travel safe, wear bright and reflective colours, and obey all signs and traffic signals.
World Kidney Day Kamloops’ World Kidney Day and Health Fair will be held on Thursday, March 13 at Northills Mall from 10:00am to 2:30pm. The event will include various organizations that will share knowledge about health promotion and disease prevention. Thompson Rivers University School of Nursing students will be in attendance to teach community members about their blood pressure, blood glucose and cholesterol health in partnership with Extra Foods pharmacy staff. A passport system can be used to ensure you get to see everything that is offered and chances to win door prizes donated from local businesses.
The Kamloops Symphony, with cello soloist David Eggert, brings you Made in Britain on Saturday, March 8 (Sagebrush Theatre). Discover music from the golden era of British composers: Gustav Holst, Edward Elgar, Ralph Vaughan Williams and Gerald Finzi. Tickets are on sale now for both performances at Kamloops Live! Box Office, 250-374-5483 or kamloopslive.ca. Tickets may also be purchased at the door. Soloist David Eggert is a young Canadian cellist with a blossoming international performing career. Known for a dominating stage presence and imaginative interpretation, he has an inventive approach to the traditional repertoire while fostering a strong commitment to musical creation of our time. David’s spellbinding performance of the Dvorak cello concerto two years ago left audiences in Kamloops wanting more. Kamloops Symphony Music Director Bruce Dunn immediately invited him back to play David’s cello concerto and, with the addition of other British music, this program is the result.
Brier excitement - continued from front where they get the chance to lease a new Ford vehicle,” says Gord. “Also, the opening ceremonies and the Ford Hot Shots are free to the public.” The men are challenges to six different shots: Hit and Stay, Draw the Button, Draw the Port, The Raise, Hit and Roll and Double Takeout. Each shot is awarded points on a scale from zero to five depending on the end result of the shot. At the Brier, the Ford Hot Shots preliminary round will begin at 1:00 pm (PST) on Friday, February 28. The playoffs (Final Eight, Final Four, Final) begin at 11:00 am on Saturday, March 1, following the Opening Ceremonies. To get up-to-date information please visit: curling.ca. Come to the Downtown core and experience the excitement of the 2014 Tim Hortons Brier. Many local businesses will have the game on live along with dinner and drink specials and after parties. Ashley Demedeiros
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The sixth annual Y Strong Kids Campaign goal is to raise $75,000 to give 800 local kids the opportunity to participate, belong and reach their potential. Supporters had their kick off breakfast over the weekend. The Strong Kids Campaign runs from February 20 to March 10. Many fun campaign events are open to the public, like Dancestrong (February 24 to March 8) and the Toonie Toss in the Y pool (February 24 to March 9). Visit kamloopsy. org or call 250-372-7725 for more information or to make a donation.
No Straight Lines for social change Join members of the community for a traditional dinner drum ceremony, live entertainment and a silent auction on March 29. This is a fundraiser for the No Straight Lines project which is a volunteer community group working to combine the arts with social issues, particularly the issues of affordable housing and homelessness. This group has met regularly over 2013 to plan a community based arts project rooted in live theatre performance. From August 13 to 16 a group of people who have experienced homelessness will come together to create a live performance that
they have written themselves with a team of theatre experts and a support network. The performance will be at the Famous Player’s Stagehouse. The fundraiser is an evening of tradition for people at risk of homelessness in Kamloops. The event will be held at St Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, 1136 6th Avenue. Tickets can be bought at Buffalo Aboriginal and Metis Health Society, 517A Tranquille Road or at the United Way, 177 Victoria Street. All proceeds from the fundraiser will go to the live theatre performance.
Join the Kamloops Symphony Society at Thompson River’s University for a scrumptious gourmet dinner prepared by the award-winning staff and students of TRU’s Culinary Arts Program, an informative wine tasting presentation by Kevin Enns (optional-limited seating), silent auction and entertainment,
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Local shops have really been getting down to business in preparation for one of the premiere events in the world of competitive curling. The 2014 Tim Hortons Brier Host Committee, responsible for all the promotional initiatives relating to the event, has been working hard to get the business community involved in welcoming fans through a storefront window display contest. Judging took place February 24 to choose the top three entrants. The winner has not been announced but will be awarded a pair of seats to the five opening weekend draws. Clockwise from top left are Lake City Casino, Essentials and Beyond, Big Boot Inn, Victoria Street banner, Golden Buddha and Jardines.
Anthropologist Jane Goodall is coming to Kamloops That’s right, the foremost expert on chimpanzees, Dr. Jane Goodall is coming to Kamloops. The Thompson Rivers University Students’ Union (TRUSU) is having Jane at this year’s TRUSU Common Voices Lecture Series on March 24. “TRUSU is very excited to be featuring Jane Goodall at this years Common Voices Lecture. We think it is going to be great event for the campus and the community,” says Will George, vice president internal for the TRU Student’s Union. “Ms. Goodall is a world class intellectual, a sought after public speaker and a internationally recognized anthropologist. This Student’s Union is very pleased to be able to add her to the already distinguish list of names that have participated in the Common Voices
Lecture Series.” The Common Voices Lecture Series is a free event hosted each year by the TRUSU. The lecture is designed to bring worldclass speakers to Kamloops and has featured past lectures such as Margaret Atwood, Peter Manbridge, Phil Fontaine and David Suzuki. The 2014 TRUSU Common Voices Lecture will be held March 24 in he TRU grand hall. The event is free of charge and open to both the campus and community. To attend the event you must pick up a ticket from the TRUSU members services desk in the Independent Centre on campus. Tickets will be available beginning March 3 and can be picked up between the hours of 8:00am and 10:00pm Monday through Friday. Tickets are limited and will be issued
on a first come first served basis. There is a two-ticket maximum per person and you must up the tickets in person. “Common Voices is one of TRUSU’s most popular events. We have had wonderful support for this event from the campus and community in the past and we expect this year to be no different,” says George. “We are really excited
about this years speaker and we are hoping for a packed house and a great night.” The Thompson Rivers University Students’ Union is the membership organization of the more than 10,000 students at TRU in Kamloops. It is Local 15 of the Canadian Federation of Students, Canada’s largest student organization.
Gala to benefit hospital The ICCA/Wish Fund is hosting it annual Fundraiser Gala on March 8 at the Colombo Lodge. The doors open at 6:00 pm. You can purchase tickets with a tax-deductible receipt, donate any goods in-kind for the silent and live auction and sponsor the Gala by purchasing a table of ten tickets. The ICCA/Wish Fund
is now raising $50,000 of which $40,000 will be used to purchase a new colonoscopy machine and research to the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation of Canada towards finding a cure for Crohn’s disease. To purchase tickets please call the fund at 250-314-2325 or by visiting iwishfoundation.ca.
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Find good liquor no matter what your tastes may be The Lansdowne Central Liquor Store is located in the Lansdowne Shopping Centre for convenience and accessibility. They provide great customer service, cold beer, a great selection of sprits and specialty VQA wine selections. They also have wine tastings whenever possible. Manager Ileene Nielsen has been at the Lansdowne Central Liquor Store for three years. “I moved down here from Prince George. I have been in the liquor industry my whole life,” comments Ileene. “I started in bars and just naturally moved into liquor stores. I really like the people and there is always something new happening.” Lansdowne Central Liquor Store offers wine tastings periodically. “You get to try all the different wines. Learn what foods they go well with. The different types of grapes and where the grapes are grown,” adds Ileene. “This is offered to anyone that comes through the door. We have an inhouse girl that does this for us.” Ileene chooses her selection of liquor after tasting, researching and also brings in anything customers
request if they can get it. The selection at the Lansdowne Central Liquor Store is outstanding. They have a vast selection of wines and microbrews for you to choose from. They also have the friendliest staff who are around to help you decide which liquor to buy. Currently Ilene loves Little Straw Vineyards’ Tapestry wine. It is a medium-dry, refreshing blend of five white varietals: Riesling, Auxerrois, Gewurtraminer, Siegerrebe and Schonburger. This wine shows pink grapefruit and lychee on the nose and palate. It is too easy-drink and is perfect for sipping by the hot tub or pairing with mild curry dishes and spicy Asian cuisine. Lansdowne Liqour is a great place to stop for your liquor needs. They carry import beer, micro brews, Scotch, VQA wines, import wines as well as many wines made here in the Okanagan. “We love being a part of the Downtown community,” adds Ileene. Stop by 450 Lansdowne Street and checkout the large selection of inventory and enter in one of the many draw prizes. Ashley Demedeiros
Left to right, Stacey Hoskins, Rainy Gagnon and Lisa Kaptine are some of the friendly faces you will see at the Lansdowne Central Liquor Store. They can answer any questions when it comes to your liquor options.
Nine celebrity teams in the Y Strong Kids challenge Tina Lange is asking Kamloops to help the Y help kids. Fresh off her successful “couch campaign”, which resulted in the purchase of a new couch for the Y Women’s Emergency Shelter, Tina is asking us to dig into our pockets again to do something that will have a lasting impact – investing in kids through the Y Strong Kids Campaign. Many families in our community struggle to make ends meet. They don’t have the resources to
enroll their kids in healthy activities like sports or swimming lessons. Money raised by the Y Strong Kids Campaign gives children, teens and young adults in our community opportunities to develop new skills and confidence and to gain a sense of belonging through participation in Y programs like afterschool care, camp, swim lessons and membership. The Y’s mission is to build healthy communities by giving kids and families access to the Y’s re-
sources and expertise, all provided by the caring staff that work there. “When I was a struggling young mother, the Y helped me to build up my confidence, making me the person I am today. The Y also made sure that two of my daughters had the chance to go to summer camp. The Strong Kids Campaign ensures that the wonderful services of the Y are accessible to everyone in our community,” says Tina. It’s not just Tina Lange who will be asking people to help the Y help
kids. She will be joined by over 120 volunteers, including the members of nine celebrity teams in the Y Strong Kids Challenge. The Strong Kids Campaign runs from February 20 to March 10. Many fun campaign events are open to the public, like Dancestrong (February 24 to March 8) and the Toonie Toss in the Y pool (February 24 to March 9). Visit kamloopsy.org or call 250-372-7725 for more information or to make a donation.
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Sun, Mar 2, 9,16, 23, 30: Fender Bender Dance 7:30-11pm • $10 at the door • Licensed
Fri, Mar 14, March 28: Fraud presentation 1:30-3pm Tues, Mar 11: crafts with ruby 1pm Fri, Mar 14: potluck Lunch 12 noon
730 Cottonwood Avenue, Kamloops 250-376-4777
Sunday March 9, 5:00pm
Community Dinner North Shore Community Centre at 5 pm. Tickets $12.00 each. Live entertainment Starting March 3
inCome tax Filing
Sat, Mar 15: prostate cancer Support Group 10am
For qualiFieD low inCome aPPliCants
Wed, Mar 19: Blood pressure clinic 12-2pm
Every Monday, 9:00am to noon
Saturday, Mar 29: pancake Breakfast 9-11am
Tuesday, Tuesday March 18
Call 778-470-6000 for ticket infoor to reserve space for events
weekly mon, WeD & Fri: 11:30am -1:30pm: Lunch tueSDAy: 10am: Wood carving, 1pm: Whist tueSDAy: 6:30pm: BinGo (doors open at 5pm) WeDneSDAy: 1-3pm: criBBAGe tHurSDAy: 1pm: Whist, 1:15-3:30pm: BriDGe For current listings check our website at www.csikamloops.ca
Pie night
North Shore Community Centre at 6:30 pm Pie, ice cream and coffee or tea $3.00, Live entertainment Saturday, March 15, 9:00am - 4:00pm Sunday, March 16, 9:00am to 2013—2014 3:00pm.
Indoor Flea Markets antiques anD ColleCtibles sale March 2, 9, 23 and 30
inDoor Flea market Every Sunday 8:00am - 1:00pm Lots of household items, farm fresh eggs, fresh baking and more... Entry by donation
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CSI Centre for Seniors Information, Northills Centre Call 250-554-4145. Open M-F 9:30am - 4pm
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All events are held at the North Shore8:00am Community until Centre, 1:00pm 730 Cottonwood Avenue, Kamloops
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Table rentals $7 Come in and see our bright new store! reserve by FRIDAY NOON Lots of household items, farm Yarn Craft fresh&eggs, fresh baking Centre
Donna’s
• Yarn • Beads • Needle Craft Supplies • Alterations • Teddy Bear Parts • One on One Classes
oose Now the only thing Fred’s kids are worried about is a tattoo. Loyal Order of Moose • Women of the Moose • Moose Legion
LODGE #1552 • 730 Cottonwood Avenue • 250-376-8022
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Fortune Shopping Centre (Old Pizza Hut location) Large 1 and 2 bedroom suites with Open Monday - Saturday 10am-5pm • 250-376-3381 optional support services. Call or email to learn more 760 Mayfair Street,
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Whatever the weather, there’s always plenty to do ■■ The Art We Are - The Caspians on Mar. 1 from 8 to 10pm. Open Mic and Poetry Slam on 2nd and last Wed. monthly from 7 to 9pm. 246 Victoria St. FMI contact 250-828-7998. 246 Victoria St. ■■ The Beaux’ Stratagem presented by the TRU Actors Workshop Theatre on Feb. 27 to Mar. 1 and Mar. 6 to 8 at 7:30pm. Matinee performances on Feb. 28th and Mar. 7 at 11am at the Black Box Theatre. Tickets available at Kamloops Live! Box Office 250-374-5483 or www. kamloopslive.ca. ■■ Gordon James on Feb. 22 at Lake City Casino, 540 Victoria St. FMI contact 250-372-3336. ■■ Kamloops Exploration Group Lecture Series Mar. 12 at 7pm with Nancy Van Wagoner on The Geology of Ceramic Arts. All lectures are held in the TRU Mountain Room. ■■ Indoor Farmers Market - Sahali Centre Mall, runs from 10 to 2 pm, every 1st and 3rd Saturday (twice a month) in Jan., Feb., Mar., and Apr. Features meat products, farm produce, baking, arts, crafts and more. New vendors welcome, if you “Bake It, Make It, Grow It”. FMI: Andy at 250-577-3810, or DandyMe2@hotmail.com. ■■ Calling all Artisans and Musicians! St. Andrews on the Square is looking for local crafters, artisans and musicians for Artisan Square every
Sat. in July and August. FMI contact Standrewsonthesquarekamloops@gmail.com. ■■ Kamloops Community Garden Registration for plot availability on some of the 8 gardens. Registration takes place on Feb. 28 from 11am to 1pm, March 12 from 4 to 6pm, March 28 from 11am to 1pm at Interior Community Services, 765 Tranquille Rd. FMI contact Shelaigh at 250-852-0681 or kamloopsgardens@ gmail.com. ■■ Kamloops Family History Society meeting takes place the 4th Thurs. of each month except June, July, Aug and Dec. from 7 to 9pm at Heritage House, 100 Lorne St. All are welcome. FMI call 250-372-5679. ■■ Creative Writing Workshop with Eleanor Hancock on Mondays from Feb. 17 to March 24 from 7 to 9pm at South Kamloops Secondary. Cost and registration required. Contact 250-8283500 or kamloops.ca/ezreg. Course #219782. ■■ Bowl for Kids Sake from Feb. 22 to Mar. 9 in support of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Kamloops. Form teams and join the fun of their biggest fundraising event of the year. FMI on special events, prizes and to register your group visit: bfkskamloops.ca or call 250-374-6134. ■■ Planning Meeting for the Annual Walk for Peace, Social Justice and the Environment on Mar. 1 at 10am at the Smorgasboard Deli, 225-
7th Ave. FMI call 250-377-0055. ■■ World Day of Prayer 2014 on March 7 at 1:30pm at Kamloops United Church, 421 St. Paul St and 7pm at Mt. Paul United Church, 140 Laburnum St. FMI contact Theda at 250-5549797 or Rev. Teri Meyer at 250-372-3020. ■■ Breathing Fire Poetry and Spoken Word Slam on the first and last Wed. each month at Caffe Motivo, 229 Victoria St. 19+ event. ■■ Kamloops Old Time Fiddlers Dance on Mar. 1 from 7:30 to 10:30pm at Heritage House, 100 Lorne St. Enjoy Waltzes, Fox Trots, TwoSteps and Polkas. Everyone is welcome. FMI 250-376-2330. ■■ Kamloops Antique and Heritage Club meets the 2nd Thurs. of the month from Sept. to June at Heritage House, 100 Lorne St. FMI contact Bernice at 250-372-0468 or Joyce at 250377-8364. ■■ “The ME in Dementia: Increasing Understanding Along the Dementia Journey” on Mar. 28 from 9am to 4pm at the Coast Kamloops Hotel and Conference Centre with special guest Dr. Howard Feldman of UBC. Registration includes lunch. FMI and to register call 1-855-742-4803. ■■ JustDance Kamloops on the last Fri. each month from 9 to 1pm at Centennial Wellness, 102-153 Seymour St. Community dance event. FMI contact 778-472-3537.
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Spring Art Camps Monday to Friday, March 17 to 21 Ages 4 to 12 Inspired by the arts and culture of our diverse community, and drawing upon themes in our current exhibitions. Through gallery tours, activities and art making, children will explore themes and social factors that shape our experience. Ages 4 to 6 10:00 am to 12:00 pm, $15 per day Ages 7 to 12 1:00 to 3:00 pm, $15 per day
Call 250-377-2400 to register 465 Victoria Street 250.377.2400, kag.bc.ca
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