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Music in the Park gets hijacked Sometimes surprise guests are a great way to liven up a party. On Saturday, July 12, BC Living Arts (BCLA) will be hijacking Music in the Park in epic fashion. BCLA is playing party-thrower and has rounded up an excellent assortment of entertainers who are ready to share their audio goodness with all who will listen. Hijacked is an outdoor, familyfriendly event that will present a triple-header concert from 5:00pm to 9:30pm at the Rotary Band Shell in Riverside Park. Artist director for BCLA, Alan Corbishley explains, “BC Living Arts and Western Canada Theatre are taking over the standard Music in the Park series. We are the hosts for Hijacked this Saturday night and have extended the programming. The event is intended to help support our continued efforts to bring arts and culture into our everyday lives.” In selecting the entertainers, Alan partnered with Music in the Park organizer, Henry Small. “We wanted a wide range of artists with songs that really get the crowd going,” Alan acknowledges. He anticipates a successful event with lots of dancing, great music and positive energy. There will also be party favours at this celebration. No, not those little hats with the string that go around your chin. Delicious eats from various food truck vendors, as well as a beer and wine area, will be offered. A selection of Harper’s Trail wines will please the connoisseurs while all natural and unpasturized craft beer from Cannery Brewing in Penticton, will be served to Beerocrats by the Red Beard Roasters crew. These two things will definitely open up the fun factor doors. Remember to bring along a little spare cash for 50/50 draws and raffle tickets. You could win a fabulous prize. The first artist in the limelight is the eclectic Je-

Get ready to boogie because you won’t be able to stay seated for the “Brickhouse experience”. Photo: Eric Webster The funky R&B band is headlining BC Living Arts’ Hijacked on Saturday night.

nie Thai at 5:00pm. The song-writer, singer, and instrumentalist will be delivering her organic mix of blues, folk and jazz harmonics. Vocally, Jenie’s sound is said to be influenced by Tom Waits, Bonnie Raitt, Muddy Waters and Ella Fitzgerald but with a sultry style all her own. At 6:15pm let the sounds of Santa Lucia LFR guide you to the dance area with their bilingual blend of Latin funk rock. The crowd will be grooving to the brass and bass of this wellreceived, six-piece ensemble from Vancouver. They are known for pairing socially powerful lyrics with West Coast funk and Latin influences.

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Vancouver’s hippest party band will take the action to the next level at 8:00pm. Headliner, Brickhouse is a popular six-member jazz and blues band with infectious originals that promises a good time for fans young and old. Look no further for a fun way to spend a hot, summer night and connect with the community of River City. “Come down for dinner or a picnic,” suggests Alan. Put your dancing shoes on and get ready to crash Music in the Park all in the name of an entertaining way to support local arts organizations. Jody Tippett

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RIH update

Play Me, I’m Yours

Enhanced access to surgical services is now one step closer to reality, as Interior Health has named Delnor Construction Ltd. as the successful proponent for Construction Management Services for the creation of a new operating room at Royal Inland Hospital (RIH). Royal Inland Hospital currently has eight operating rooms and with this renovation, a ninth elective OR

and a new equipment storage area will be created. The project also calls for new equipment and the addition of four beds in Post-Anesthetic Recovery. Additionally, RIH plans to add eight post-operative surgical beds, one intensive care bed and associated staffing. It is anticipated that construction will begin in the fall. For more information visit rihfoundation.ca.

Additional visitor services A new tourist information outlet has opened in downtown Kamloops, a partnership project of Tourism Kamloops, the KCBIA and the BC Wildlife Park. With increasing visitor traffic throughout the city, the additional outlet looks to further compliment current welcome services to visitors enjoying the downtown core. The newly opened seasonal outlet is located at #103 – 340 Victoria Street beside Boston Pizza and is open daily from noon until 8:00pm. Not only do Kamloops Downtown Business Improvement Association has installed a Downtown street piano available for any member of the public to play and enjoy. The piano has been painted with chalkboard paint to invite collective decoration. CAP team leader, Erin Miller’s talent was evident when she took a turn tickling the ivories. The public piano concept originated in Sheffield, England with an aim of inviting the public to engage with their urban environment and spontaneously play music in public spaces. The piano has found a home at the corner of Victoria Street and 3rd Avenue outside of Kipp Mallery Pharmacy.

the Visitor Centre Certified staff welcome visitors and help them add to their “must do in Kamloops” list, but there is also a growing selection of Kamloops souvenirs for purchase including T-shirts, postcards, maps and more. “For us, it was all about the partnership of this exciting pilot project,” says KCBIA General Manager Gay Pooler. “Together, the BC Wildlife Park, KCBIA, and Tourism Kamloops have joined to develop this vibrant location.”

Help shape the library’s future The TNRD Library System is engaging in a strategic planning process, and are at the stage of consulting with the public on what they would like from the library in the future. They will be attending a number of public venues to speak with people one-on-one. In the meantime they are hoping that people will fill out their online survey at fluidsurveys. com/s/CheckItOut/. For more information visit tnrdlib.ca.

Western Canada Theatre remembers Peggy Gilmour Western Canada Theatre wishes to offer condolences to the family of Margaret (Peggy) Gilmour, a long-time Board Member, Honorary Life Member, and champion, who died last Sunday. “Let’s face it; she was a gogetter right from the start,” fellow board member Judge Terry Shupe remembers. In 1972, even before WCT was WCT, but rather the Western Canada Youth Company, Peggy raised funds to have the company perform in Merritt, where she lived at the time. The very year she and her husband, Alan, retired and moved to Kamloops, 1982, she joined the board of the WCTC. For the next 32 years, she was a fierce advocate for not only WCT, but for many other organizations in Kamloops. She was on boards and

committees and volunteered for a wide range of groups, from the arts to sports, children’s welfare to elder support, here and abroad. Through her efforts and collaborations, Kamloops is a much richer city. Practical, connected, thoughtful, Peggy’s commitment to all her passions, including her family and friends, was such that each group felt she was engaged with them and them alone. No matter what needed to be undertaken, she was always a willing and passionate volunteer. Shortly after she joined WCT, Peggy was fully absorbed in the conversion of the former cattle auction house into the Pavilion Theatre. Such was her involvement that the theatre was named for her beloved Pavilion Lake. Through

Peggy’s dedication and hard work on the Fund Development and Government Liaison Committees, WCT rapidly grew in size and quality. Her love and knowledge of theatre, originally fostered when she was a high-school student, energized those around her. She has been one of WCT’s most

active, enthusiastic and generous supporters since the earliest days of the company. A memorial service and reception was held on July 8 at St. Paul’s Cathedral. For a fuller overview of Peggy’s eventful life, see her obituary at schoeningfuneralservice.com.

Painting 101 In conjunction with the KAG’s summer exhibition, Ted Smith: A Retrospective, local painter and KAG art instructor Andrea Kastner will lead four two-hour adult drop-in acrylic painting classes in the Tricia Sellmer and Ken Lepin studios. The classes, held Saturday, July 12, 19, 26 and August 2 at 1:00pm will cover the principles of art and design, colour theory, still life, abstraction and landscape painting. No experience is necessary and all materials are provided. No registration is required, but space is limited. It is recommended that you arrive early to reserve your place. Classes will begin promptly at 1:00pm. Andrea’s work can be viewed online at andreakastner.ca

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I’ve always admired the nursing profession. Michelle’s Real Deals is a great addition to Kamloops. Michelle and Randy Mistal opened this eclectic furniture and accessory store on June 19. The store is beautifully merchandised and has something for everyone. Check them out at 1514 Lorne Street East; you won’t be disappointed!

Small businesses represented at Artisan Square Artisan Square and the Kamloops home based/small business show will run every Saturday during July and August from 8:30am to 12:30pm in the park next to St. Andrew’s on the Square. This event will feature local

Artisans and home based businesses from in and around Kamloops. Admission is free. If you would like to participate in this event please contact Erica at Standrewsonthesquarekamloops@ gmail.com

Opportunities for local crafters

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The Kamloops Symphony is seeking a potter who can make a Kamloops Symphony design mug for their gift packages. They would order 25 mugs. Please send a design idea

and pricing to: kaitlin@ kamloopssymphony.com St. Andrews on the Square seeks artists for Artisan Square every Saturday in July and August from 8:30am to 12:30pm

in Gaglardi Park. This is a wonderful opportunity to showcase local creativity and talent in the beautiful, relaxed atmosphere of the park. For more information call Mel at 250-377-4232.

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COMMUNITY HAPPY HELLOS & fond farewells

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Above: The Echo hosted a potluck and said their goodbyes to editor Ashley Demedeiros and carrier Russel Kutcher last week. Ashley accepted a position with ROI Media Works and Russel is entering retirement. Congratulations and thanks for all your hard work. Be sure to come and visit us when you are in the neighbourhood!

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Left: Monday morning at the Echo office, staffers greeted production manager Erin Johnson after a year away to care for her little one, Aurora. We’re sure your year of no sleep was very relaxing. It’s great to have you back!

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Meet Madyson: Our events coordinator Madyson is a 23 year old tourism student attending and am so excited to have a hand in some of my favourite Thompson Rivers University. Majoring in both events events that I usually attend throughout the summer anyand conventions management and resort experience, ways!” One event that Madyson will be working on that is actuMadyson is keen to be working as this year’s CAP Team events coordinator and is excited to see what ally new this year, and a part of our Festival of Experiences, is Zen in the Park. The this summer will bring! event will rotate between yoga with Chris“Being in charge of overseeing all of the tine Schieberle and meditation with Surya events for the summer is a great opportunity,” explained Madyson. “Some of the Krishna from the Golden Buddha. The events we do are quite large scale. It’s great classes, which are approximately 45 minutes experience for what I want to do later in my in length, will take place in Gaglardi Park on various afternoons throughout the summer. career!” Perfect for a lunch-time break to get some Madyson, who was born and raised in Kamloops, has always loved Downtown and “me time” in during the day, or just a fun even has some roots within the core, with CAP comments afternoon activity to partake in if you find yourself Downtown, the classes are open to her family being the owners of River City anyone and are drop-in by donation. Come Realty. “I’ve travelled a bit, lived in Australia for a year or so join the fun and be a part of Downtown Kamloops’ Festibut, there is something about Kamloops that I always love val of Experiences! Cameron Staff coming back to,” Madyson exclaimed. “I love this city

Tribalicious Reprise for the love of Kamloops Lill Scott has won her battle and is ready to dance and play. As a gift of thanks to the community for the generous love and support throughout her journey with breast cancer Lill is inviting Kamloopsians to a celebration of

health and wellness. On Friday July 18 beginning at 7:30pm participate in a Tribal Dance Class followed by a Global Dance at Let’s Move Studio, 831 Victoria Street. This event is open to all ages and ends at 11:30pm.

All day on Saturday, July 19 from 1:30pm, a collection of classes will be available at Let’s Move Studio for the community to come and enjoy. Admission is by donation to BC Cancer Foundation, the Y Women’s Shelter or

both. If you are not able to attend but would like to make a donation visitdonate.bccancerfoundation. com/goto/Kamloops or kamloopsy.org/ywomenshelter.htm. For more information call 250-320-8768.

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Fight bugs the natural way It is that time of year again when bugs come out and take chunks or blood from us. For many of us, it’s our first instinct to go with sprays from the drugstore or department stores to get rid of the pests. What you may not know is that there are safer, natural options available. At Healthylife Nutrition they strive to be your trusted neighbourhood nutrition source, offering you guidance on your entire natural health product needs. Owner, Margo Fifer, says they offer natural products that can deter the pesky critters from biting or help give you relief if you have been bitten. “We have Green Sisters bug repellant made locally in 108 Mile House. It contains natural essential oils that give off scents that the bugs really dislike. Also we have a tablet called MOZI-Q, which is a homeopathic product safe for children and your pets. It starts working within 30 minutes. We have many customers that have tried both these products and get great results.” Healthylife Nutrition also carries a Canadian made product called Nature’s Aid. It is an all-around skin gel and a must-have for summertime. It takes care of sunburns, cuts and helps reduce the itching and swelling of insect bites.

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If you are looking for some relief from the bugs, stop by Healthylife Nutrition to see what your natural options are. It is going to be a bad year for bugs; be prepared. Healthylife Nutrition is located at

440 Victoria Street and open Tuesday to Friday 9:30 to 5 and Saturday 10 to 4pm. You can reach them at 250-828-6680. Don’t let bugs ruin your outdoor plans this summer.

All the furry love for half the price Get all the love for half the price during the BC SPCA’s Half Price Love cat adoption event, presented by Hill’s Pet Nutrition, from July 14 to 20. The campaign promotes the joy of pet guardianship by allowing potential pet guardians to adopt cats and rabbits from their local SPCA shelter for half the price of the usual adoption fees. “During this time of year, we always see an influx of animals at all of our branches throughout the province,” says Lorie Chortyk, BC SPCA general manager of community relations. “We want to end the wait for the many animals in our shelters who are looking for loving homes by offering a reduced adoption fee. We’re hoping it will encourage people who have been considering adopting a pet to visit their local SPCA and take home a new, furry friend.” Normal adoption counselling and matching takes place to ensure animals go to good homes, she notes. Currently, there are 1,684 cats and

kittens in BC SPCA care across the province – 766 cats and 918 kittens. The BC SPCA is also caring for 118 rabbits in shelters throughout B.C., with 50 per cent of them coming into care as a result of cruelty investigations. Senior cats often wait longer than kittens before being adopted, while rabbits wait the longest in SPCA

care before adoption – an average of at least 90 days, often longer – before finding their forever home. Help a rabbit or feline find a forever home today. To find out more about the Half Price Love promotion, visit the Kamloops SPCA branch at 1211 8th Street or call 250-376-7722.

A new beginning for animals If you’re looking for companionship and want to rescue an animal, a number of local rescue groups and related services can offer you help. On July 12 between 8:30 and noon the Kamloops Heritage Society will be hosting several animal rescue groups at Gaglardi Park on Seymour Street. They include Marvellous Mutts, Pommy Country, Sit Pretty Pits, Huggable Pits, My Little Pony Rescue, a dog trainer, dog food distributor, a dog masseuse, groomers and the Sagebrush agility Club. Folks are encouraged

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Legion executive and GALA supporter Leesa Warner serves up some pride coloured Jello shots at the GALA summer dance held at the Legion on Saturday, July 5.

When two sports become one Starting this weekend, you too can be a part of Canada’s newest emerging sport – footgolf. This Friday, Sun Rivers will be kicking off the new sport with local soccer leagues and community dignitaries at an Invitational Tournament. Public play commences on Saturday, July 12 at noon complete with a Soccer Challenge presented by the Kamloops Youth Soccer Association (KYSA) from 2:00 to 4:00pm. “We’re thrilled to be the first in Kamloops and one of the first in Canada to introduce this sport” says Sun Rivers Golf Course general manager, Rob Larocque. “To be able to get people out on the golf course playing a new sport is very exciting for us – it’s an entirely new and challenging game combining two great sports. This Saturday, $5 per footgolf green fee will be donated directly back to the Kamloops Youth Soccer Association with $1 per round donated to the KYSA for the rest of the season. “We feel that it’s extremely important to give back to the community and this is a great way for us to introduce a new sport and give back to the youth soccer community during their 50th Anniversary season.” says Rob. FootGolf is a challenging combination of soccer and golf. The

course features 18 holes laid out on nine holes of the golf course with 21-inch cups placed along the fairway. Since the game corresponds to the rules of golf, the game follows similar rules, etiquette and pace of play as regular golf. 18 holes takes a little over two hours to complete. For more information about footgolf please visit footgolf.ca and sunrivers.com/golf for rates and tee times.

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Got Talent winners announced With an aim to foster and promote local talent, Kamloops charitable organization BC Living Arts’ production Kamloops Got Talent provided the venue for amateurs who reside within the Thompson Nicola region to brave stage fright and strut their stuff in front of a live audience. While each contestant brought something special to the stage, the numbers were narrowed from approximately 70 performers down to 39 after auditions were held at Aberdeen Mall. Contestants who advanced forward to the final rounds performed on Tuesday at the Rotary Bandshell as part of the Canada Day celebrations. Judges selected winners based on stage presence, originality, overall performance, talent and audience appeal. Winners of the Mini Talent Competition were nine-year old dancer Maya Shuttleworth, and singer Miranda Maher, age 12. Singer/guitarist Kat Johnson, age 17, impressed the judges with her stand-out performance and was awarded the $100 Teen Talent

Local singer Vince Austin was the winner in the Adult category of Kamloops Got Talent. Finalists performed on Canada Day at the Rotary Bandshell.

prize. In the Adult category, singer Vince Austin went home $275 richer for his performance. The audience had the opportunity to vote with loonies for their favourite act. After the loonies were tallied, singer Daniel Lene San Miguel garnered the most votes.

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Lepin studios On July 3, join Garry Gottfriedson for a public reading and Q&A session. A poetry reading, workshop and Q & A with Joanne Arnott is scheduled for July 10. July 17 brings an acoustic performance by singer-songwriter Niska Napoleon while on July 24, a mixed media and music workshop is to be facilitated by Bracken Hanuse Corlett and Dean Hunt. On July 31, the public is invited to attend Janet Rogers’ poetry reading and participate in her workshop and Q&A. Everyone is welcome to join these free Thursday evening events from 6:00pm to 9:00pm. No registration is required. Visit kag.bc.ca or contact the Gallery at 250-377-2400 for more information.

Young musicians’ performances

The annual KISSM concerts are coming very soon. On July 22 at 7:00pm the strings and piano performance will be happening at St Andrews Presbyterian Church located at 1136 6th Avenue. July 23 will be the showcase concerts at the Sagebrush Theatre at 7:00pm. Come out and watch the kids perform. This performance will include KISSM bands, choirs, percussion groups and more. July 24 is the musical theatre production Drowsy Chaperone at the Sagebrush Theatre at 7:00pm. Get tickets for this theatre performance at kamloopslive.ca.

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Music scene gets into high gear ■■ Call to Artisans and Entertainers for upcoming Artisan Square every Saturday in July and August from 8:30am to 12pm at St. Andrews on the Square. A few spots available. FMI contact Mel at 250-377-4232. ■■ “Cirque Du Burlesque” at The Blue Grotto, 319 Victoria St. on July 10. Open at 8pm for a 19+ show. FMI or interested in performing visit: facebook.com/ Kamloopsburlesque. ■■ Dino Archie’s Comedy Showcase and musical performance by JRDN on July 10 at 8pm at Cactus Jack’s, 130 5th Ave. ■■ Live at Lunch: July 10 Treena Plummer- Lansdowne Village, July 11 Dodie Goldney- TBA, July 13 Dodie Goldney- 300 Blk Victoria, July 15 Neil Burnett- 300 Blk Victoria, July 16 Leah Dezeeuw400 Blk Victoria. ■■ Music in the Park July 10, Sarah Burton- Rockin’ Roots Pop, July 11, Andrea Superstein- Torchy Pop, July 12, Music in the Park: HIJACKED by BC Living Arts and WCT, July 13, The Wheat In The Barley- Celtic, July 14, 100 mile house- English Folk Roots, July 15, The Jessica Stuart Few- Folk Jazz Power Trio, July 16, Sean Ashby- Sarah McLachlan guitarist. ■■ The Balconies w/ City Walls and Falcity on July 11 at 8pm at Cactus Jack’s, 130 5th Ave. ■■ Kamloops Highland Games on July 12 at Albert McGowan Park. These are the largest highland games held in the BC Interior and include individual competitions in highland piping, drumming, dancing and pipe band competitions.

Notable Quotables “A perfect summer day is when the sun is shining, the breeze is blowing, the birds are singing and the lawn mower is broken.” – Unknown

Royal Game - To celebrate Canada Day, the Queen of Hearts from Project X Theatre hosted a croquet game for everyone at Riverside Park. Naturally, the Queen won. The 9th annual X Fest will be held July 23 to August 9 in Prince Charles Park and will feature two fantastical productions, both adaptations of beloved children’s stories: Alice in Wonderland and The Last of the Dragons. Tickets are on sale and are available through Kamloops Live! Box Office.

■■ Neil E Dee’s Danger Thrill Show on July 16 at 8pm at Cactus Jack’s, 130 5th Ave. featuring: the “World’s Fattest Contortionist” Matt Alaeddine, international burlesque sensation Melody Mangler, sword swallower stuntman Neil E. Dee and more. *This show is not for the faint of heart! ■■ Stroke Recovery Education Day on July 17 from 11am to 1pm at Calvary Community Church, 1205 Rogers Way. RSVP

to Shona Cox at 250-320-1348 or shona_c@telus.net. ■■ “Let’s Dance” on July 19 from 8pm to 12am at Kamloops Curling Club, 700 Victoria St. Music by Strange Brew. FMI call 250-5715111 and fro tickets call Zonia at 250-372-0091, Francoise at 250372-3782 or Ed at 250-374-2774. ■■ Great Shuswap Pottery Sale on July 19 and 20 from 10am to 4pm at the Celista Hall, 5456 Squilax-Anglemont Rd.

Laughing Swan Farm Shuswap Rd, East of Lafarge (Follow the green signs)

Buy 1 Get 1 Free Sundays in July 11- 3pm + Ornamental Grasses + Perennials laughingswan@telus.net

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echo stargazer CANCER (June 22-July 22) Stay alert for the meaningful coincidences that cross your path this week. Information is coming your way through any type of source: books, TV, people, chance meetings, dreams, meditation, or carrier pigeon. LEO (July 23-Aug 22) This week is about finding healing on either the physical or emotional levels. You may be the healer. If a friendship or a more significant relationship needs mending, now is the time to do so. VIRGO (Aug. 23 -Sept. 23) The rules and the world’s expectations have you tied up like a pretzel right now. The harder you struggle, the tighter those binds seem to become. Sometimes if you relax on the control issues, the solution comes through. LIBRA (Sept. 24 -Oct. 23) This is a week in which your physical cycle is off. Don’t press your body beyond what it wants to do, just because it could do more last week. Pay special attention to your temporary boundaries right now and by next week things will return to your personal normal. SCORPIO (Oct. 24 –Nov. 22) You have a strong aspect for romance which may come with a small gift. Meanwhile you could be talking yourself into believing that you are in love, when really you are not. When we are lonely, we can ignore issues with a person, giving excuses for him/her. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23 -Dec. 21) You and a partner may be enjoying some healing communication at this time. It is possible you are traveling together. Intimate subjects and the sharing of secrets are part of the picture. Perhaps you are discussing the dreaded topic of money. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22.- Jan. 20) The full moon this week will present you with some startling revelations about your partnership(s). Perhaps you have been tending to everyday matters and not noticing the depth of feelings your partner needs to convey. If that is so, it is time for he/she to pop open sensitive topics. AQUARIUS (Jan. 21 -Feb. 19) This is not your smoothest week. Details may nag your mind and your time like pecking ducks. You and significant others are not having the best of communications right now. You may be in the mood to nit-pick others. Probably you will feel generally better if you work alone. PISCES (Feb. 20-Mar. 20) You may have been told that you are too sensitive for your own good. Early this week it is especially easy to take stressors onto your back that belong elsewhere. If you feel fatigued, irritable or depressed, you probably have done this. ARIES (Mar. 21- April 20) This is a powerful time to consider your spiritual purposes. It is all too easy for the Maya, the things of the world, to overwhelm every waking minute, leaving no time for the higher goals. If you notice fatigue, disappointment, or depression at this time, stop. Be still and listen for the voice deep within your soul. TAURUS (Apr. 21- May 21) Financial activities are especially noteworthy now. You are tempted to make a purchase that is showy and may be beyond your means. It is an old habit of the bulls to go shopping when you are feeling stress. GEMINI (May 22-June 21) Your love and social life is highly favored. This is a fine time to play, be creative, and enjoy your progeny as well. Your heart is open and welcoming to all. If money is an issue, you might do better to leave the credit cards at home.

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