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Sidewalk sales are the reason most people visit the annual Downtown Merchants Market. It is the only four days that downtown is officially on sale each year.
The most highly coveted week of the year is coming up here in the downtown core. It’s the annual Downtown Merchants Market, July 22 to 25. What makes the Downtown Merchants Market so awesome? There are so many things that it is hard to keep track but a few highlights include Car Free Day, the Taste of Downtown, Battle of the Bands and of course super sidewalk sales extraordinaire. “We started Car Free Day last year,” explains Gay Pooler, general manager of the Kamloops Central Business Improvement Association (KCBIA). “We used to close the streets three different times during the Merchant Market but last year decided to amalgamate the Extended Farmers Market and United Way Community Carnival into one jam-packed day!” On Car Free Day, the two, three and four hundred blocks of Victoria Street are all shut down to traffic. The streets will instead be full with the Farmers Market, area non-profit associations
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who will be putting on fun carnival games for the whole family and area merchants who will be bringing their goods outside and having super sidewalk sales. Combine these things with entertainment and food and you have yourself one great day! This is definitely a day that you will not want to miss downtown. Thursday’s Taste of Downtown is one of Downtown Kamloops’ truly most sought after events. The KCBIA says they start getting phone calls about it in March with people asking ‘When is that food thing?’ How it works is many downtown restaurants put on their thinking caps and serve some delectable samples from either 11:00 am to 2:00 pm, 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm or all day long. Tasters purchase a passport from the CAP Team Visitor Info Kiosk at the corner of 3rd Avenue and Victoria Street and use it as a guide to figure out which restaurants they would like to try. This year they are using a token system. For every passport
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purchase of $15, you receive eight tokens. Additional tokens are only $2 a piece. “We wanted to move to a token system and bring up the calibre of our event,” continues Gay. “Our participating restaurants really go above and beyond with their samples of food. The servings are usually so big that most people can’t even get to eight restaurants, let alone more.” Friday is more of a Care Free Day instead of Car Free where they are featuring sidewalk entertainment, performers and sales. Legendary street performer Mike Battie will be here from Vancouver performing both Friday and Saturday here in the downtown core. The Canadian International Dragon Boat Festival said that many of their guests called them after the event and commented on how much they enjoyed his work, especially the production number! Last but not least, Saturday is Downtown Ka- continued on page 2
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Rob Lamb and Rick Wanless are volunteers for the Kamloops Mounted Patrol, which welcomes the Rocky Mountaineer tourists every Monday and Friday. Our crackerjack reporter found them Friday night at Riverside Park waiting for the train to arrive with over 500 guests.
Art in the Park a resounding success Thanks to its volunteers and community supporters, the Kamloops Arts Council’s 2015 Art in the Park and inaugural Oh Canada! Art Exhibition was a tremendous success. More than 90 talented painters, photographers, potters, jewelers, clothing designers and artist collectives displayed and sold their original, handcrafted work, while local musicians, dance groups, and theatre performers worked the crowds. An estimated 30,000 people were in attendance. The KAC’s Oh Canada! Art Exhibition saw a steady stream of visitors at its Heritage House location from June 28 to July 1. People’s Choice selections from the exhibit were as follows: 1. Patricia Kellogg, Sunset from LaFarge (watercolour) 2. Ed Young - Mount Robson, BC (acrylic)
3. Kelly Pape - Sunset over Kamloops (photography) Total donations to the KAC during Art in the Park and Oh Canada! including sales of tickets for the KAC’s “Great Getaways” raffle which continues all summer, were close to $3,000. All proceeds support the KAC’s year-
round community arts programs. The Kamloops Arts Council would like to thank its many volunteers, who collectively put in more than 280 hours at Art in the Park and the Oh Canada! Art Exhibition. The Kamloops Arts Council’s Rivertown Players continue their
Due to extreme fire hazard conditions and under the authority of the City of Kamloops Fire Chief, smoking is prohibited in all City of Kamloops natural park areas and trails effective immediately. These areas include Kenna Cartwright Park, Peterson Creek Park, Kamloops Bike Ranch, Mission Flats Park, Rose Hill Park, Rivers Trail, Valleyview Nature Park, Dallas Barnhartvale Nature Park and West Highlands Park. The public is reminded to exercise extreme vigilance with proper disposal of smoking materials in any area of the City or region. Despite anticipated improvement in the short-term weather forecast the fire hazard rating is not expected to improve and the smoking prohibition will remain into effect until further notice. As per the City of Kamloops Fire Prevention by-law 10-37 violators may be fined a minimum of $500 and if convicted may be held responsible for all potential costs incurred for controlling and extinguishing the fire. Kamloops Fire and Rescue will be monitoring the fire hazard rating on an ongoing basis in cooperation with City of Kamloops Parks staff and the BC Wildfire Service.
free children’s theatre performances throughout the summer, five days a week. The KAC’s next large-scale event is the Kamloops Children’s Arts Festival on Saturday, Sept. 19, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm at Riverside Park. For more information, visit www.kamloopsarts.ca.
Most anticipated three days in downtown Kamloops! - continued from front mloops’ 2nd annual Battle of the Bands. Along with great merchant sidewalk sales, 4th Avenue will be closed to traffic to make way for local bands to come out and perform, battling their way to top spot and multiple prizes.
“It doesn’t matter which day you choose to come down to the Downtown Merchant Market, they are all great,” finishes Gay. “Along with the great entertainment, food and activities our merchants pull out all the stops and really blow us away with their fabulous sales. Most people say
their favourite thing about the market is the sales.” The Downtown Kamloops Merchant Market runs from Wednesday, July 22 through Saturday, July 25. You can get a full schedule of events in next week’s Downtown Echo or online at www.downtownkamloops.com Tanya Orozco, freelance
Look for the 2nd annual Battle of the Bands on Saturday, July 25 during the Downtown Merchants Market. The winner last year was I’ve Taken a Lover and its not just because they had the coolest looking cat shirt around!
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Be sure to try out Move’n’Munch this summer at Riverside Park on Fridays at 12:15pm. Bronwen Kettleson from BK Yoga will lead you through a 30-minute stretch session and then you will get a delicious small lunch from Eats Amore. Bring a mat if you have one, but it’s not necessary. For more information visit facebook.com/movenmunch or email eats.amore@gmail.com.
New art camps at BC Wildlife Park Do you love art and nature? The BC Wildlife Park is now offering new art camps for kids ages nine to 13. Create exciting art projects while learning about BC’s wild creatures. On July 23 and 24 it’s “Animal Murals - Leave Your Mark at the Park!” two fun filled days of mural making. You will learn the basic techniques used in creating two-dimensional animal murals, focusing on line, shape and colour mixing. The murals will become permanent works of Art at the Park for visitors to
enjoy. This camp will include two animal encounters. On August 6 and 7, the camp is “Owl Masks” for two fun filled days of paper mache’ mask making! You will learn the basic techniques used in creating three-dimensional masks, focusing on elements such as line, texture, shape and colour mixing. This camp will include two owl encounters and the Bird of Prey Flight show. For more information or to register visit: bczoo.org/artcamps.htm.
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meester replied, “The environment is a personal passion. I want to keep the planet as beautiful as it is right now for future generations.” About her class Ms. Bouwmeester said, “I’m so, so proud of them.” BCSEA offers the Climate Change Showdown program to grades four through seven students throughout British Columbia. Here in Kamloops, the program is done in partnership with the City of Kamloops. For information about the program, see http:/www.bcsea.org/climate-change-showdown.
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The Volunteer Kamloops Community Wide Colouring Contest was a great success! Lots of individual, family and group prizes have been awarded. Here is a picture at Between Friends Day Care Center. The youth volunteers made a special delivery of the goodie bag prizes stuffed with candy and vouchers from Sticky’s Candy Shop, A&W, Fun and Games Arcade and Tutti Frutti frozen yogurt shop. Volunteer Kamloops would like to thank all of their sponsors, like The GenNext youth initiative grants program and to all of the schools, youth groups, families and children who participated and helped celebrate Volunteer Kamloops’ 30th Anniversary.
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Original art has the ability to completely transform a room from the mundane into something unique and extraordinary. Acquiring fine art pieces is a process that is both culturally significant and rooted in our social history. By purchasing original Canadian art you are supporting the tradition of creating inspiring hand-made, oneof-a-kind objects and make it possible for artists and galleries to continue in their life’s passion for artistic expression. At the Hampton Gallery located at 167- 4th Avenue in the heart of downtown Kamloops, you will find a wide selection of original fine art, by over 45 distinguished Canadian artists. Hand blown glass, pottery, stone and steel sculptures, artist demonstrations, custom framing, fine woodworking items for decorative and every day use and a nopressure welcome environment that caters to individual, corpo-
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Pop-Up Picnic returns for second year
GenNext Kamloops is hosting their second annual Pop-Up Picnic at a secret location on Thursday, July 23. The first picnic, hosted at Harper’s Trail Winery in July 2014, was a sell-out event with more than 85 guests attending. It raised more than $2,000 for the United Way Youth Initiative Grants. This fundraising event includes
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A summer filled with music, art and entertainment ■■ Music in the Park: July 16- Sally and The Melo Hearts, Current and Classic Rock; July 17- Sabrina Weeks and Swing Cat Bounce, Blues; July 18- Ben Klick, Country Rock; July 19Impulse Response, R&B; July 20- Jane Perrett, Classical Soprano and Show tunes; July 21Ben Caldwell and The Folk Road Show, Roots and Folk; July 22Cod Gone Wild, Maritime Fun. Listings subject to change. ■ Live at Lunch - Live music from 11:30am to 2pm. July 16 – Lansdowne Village, Chilibillies; July 17 – 200 block Victoria Street, Richard Foreman; July 18 – 300 block Victoria Street, Gary Mockford; July 19 – 400 block Victoria Street, Leah deZeeuw; July 22 – 400 block Victoria Street, Bombolesse. FMI: downtownkamloops.com ■■ Tracy Lynn on July 18 from 7 to 9pm at The Art We Are, 246 Victoria St. ■■ Artisan Square hosted by the Kamloops Heritage Society every Saturday morning in July and Aug from 8:30am to 12:30pm at Gaglardi Square. FMI or interested in joining them, contact Mel at 250-377-4232 or info@standrewssquare.com. ■■ Summer Camps at BC Wildlife Park for kids age 6 to 10 on July 27 to 31 and Aug. 17 to 21. FMI or to register visit: http://bczoo.org/kidscampsage6to10.htm. Summer Art Camps for kids age 9 to 13 are July 23, 24 and Aug. 6, 7. FMI or to register visit: bczoo. org/artcamps.htm. ■■ TVASC Let’s Dance on July 18 from 8pm to 12am at Kamloops Curling Club, 700 Victo-
Sheila Macdonald, or She of She Designs, has been potting for over 20 years. She works with low-fired earthenware to create colorful, whimsical, hand-built, functional pieces and sculptural art such as figures, totems, lamps, vases and nonsense things. Usually a little humour pops up in her quirky work. Her work is bright and cheery with hopes of putting a smile on your face. You can find Sheila’s work and the work of many other artists at The Great Shuswap Pottery Show and Sale happening July 18 and 19 at the Celista Hall in the North Shuswap.
ria St. Music by Reflections. For tickets contact Zonia at 250-3720091, Francoise at 250-372-3782 or Ed at 250-374-2774. FMI call 250-571-5111. ■■ The Great Shuswap Pottery Sale on July 18 and 19 from 10am to 4pm at the Celista Hall in the North Shuswap. Recognized artists showing off works of fine woven textiles, silver jewelry, ceramic arts, stoneware, metal sculpture and much, much more! FMI and to see all the artists visit: www. greatshuswappotterysale.com. ■■ House Concert Series on July 25 at 7pm with Linda McRae.
Tickets available at Erwin’s Fine Baking, 369 St. Paul St. BYOB and designated driver. FMI call 250-374-1040 or 250-682-6679. ■■ Dragon Boat Festival volunteers needed to help out with this year’s festival on Saturday, August 8. Positions include boat holders, registration table monitor and security. Must be15 years or older to volunteer. Call 250-377-5813. ■■ Annual Parkinson SuperWalk on Sept. 12 at the Riverside Park Bandshell. Registration at 10am and Walk begins at 11am. Everyone is welcome! To register visit: www.parkinson.bc.ca.
■■ Climbing Out of the Valley: Discovering Life after Loss. A 6-week journey held on Wednesdays from Sept. 23 to Oct. 28 from 3:30 to 5:30pm at Kamloops United Church, 421 St. Paul St. FMI or to register by Sept. 16 contact 250-372-3020 or kuchurch@ shaw.ca. ■■ “Your Pathway to Health” Celiac Disease and Gluten Sensitivity Awareness Conference presented by The Kamloops Chapter of the Canadian Celiac Association on Sept. 26 from 8:30am to 5pm at 1205 Rogers Way. This conference is open to all members and non-members. ■■ “What’s Under the Dome?” Icon Tours on Saturdays in July and Aug. from 1:30 to 3:30pm, or other days/times by request, at the Ukrainian Orthodox Church, 1044 8th St. Refreshments available. Donations optional. FMI call 778-220-5584. ■■ Pagan Coffee Meet-Up on the third Thurs. of each month from 7 to 9pm at The Art We Are, 246 Victoria St. FMI join: Kamloops Pagan Community on facebook. ■■ 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. No experience necessary and supplies provided. FMI call 250-377-2400. ■■ Kamloops Riverside Lawn Bowling Club 2015 season: six days a week April to Sept. Come as an individual or a group. First 3 sessions are free. FMI Irene at 250-374-4273, Bruce at 250- 5545177 or kamloopsriversidelawn bowlingclub.com.
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Dear Cancer: (June 22 - July 22) It’s been brewing for a while but this week a familiar smile will welcome you into a beautiful new world. It’s a big step that could easily become a life changer and it’ll be worth it. Accept with confidence. You already have all of the tools necessary to succeed. Dear Leo: (July 23 - Aug 22) Events have begun to weigh heavily on the heart and emotional stress is about to peak. This ushers in a cycle of reflection, introspection and seclusion. You may find yourself hiding out just to get away from all of the drama. A little alone time is all you need. Dear Virgo: (Aug. 23 - Sept. 23) They may have had a strong hold on your emotions in the past but friends and your social network is about to change. Be confident, loving and strong. Letting go is never easy but you know it’s time for a change. Your actions this week set the tone for the rest of the year so do your best to be your best. Dear Libra (Sept. 24 - Oct. 23) The awards were nice but money is the point of the game when it comes to business. Implement those changes at the office. You’ll find yourself in the spotlight and the rewards will follow. Love is waiting through close friends. Dear Scorpio: (Oct. 24 - Nov. 22) Your view of the world begins to change as distant shores answer your calls. Love is still waiting at the office but you know an adventure is waiting. Follow your heart. Dear Sagittarius: (Nov. 23 -Dec. 21) Flashes of creativity inspire new beginnings in joint finances while love still waits somewhere exotic. Continue to do your homework. Yes, you’d like to get outside and visit nature but you’re still in a cycle of higher learning. If you go hiking, take a book. Dear Capricorn: (Dec. 22 - Jan. 20) It’s time to implement those changes in both your daily life and at the office. Get back to the gym, take a chance on love and return all of those emails. As summer hits its stride you’re going to want your daily life sorted, streamlined and running on all cylinders to keep pace with the coming opportunities. Dear Aquarius: (Jan. 21 - Feb. 19) Love has said hello and you’ve decided to tag along for the ride. This beautiful transition is naturally leading you to change a couple of habits and to streamline your chores. If everything follows its logical progression you’ll have more time for romance and the adventure you always knew was waiting. Dear Pisces: (Feb. 20 - Mar. 20) This week begins a cycle of romance and playful adventures. Get out, say hello, and make some new friends. While you’re out having fun, keep your eyes open for love. Someone in your daily life has a soft heart for your smile. Next week romance blossoms. Dear Aries: (Mar. 21 - April 20) This week of new beginnings will activate change in your home and family life. You’ll find yourself more emotional than normal as your natural competitive intensity looks for a new outlet. Trust your gut. Your hidden psychic nature is ready for an adventure. Dear Taurus: (Apr. 21 - May 21) A quiet blip on your love radar turns into a lot more, simply by showing your softer side and a little interest. Daily activities and your social circle are changing for the better. This is all a result of a recent change in attitude and a desire to speak up. Love is waiting in a familiar setting. Dear Gemini: (May 22 - June 21) There’s a new beginning your ability to earn money. Recent events in both love and money have left you banging your head wondering where you went wrong and what to do next. This week you’re going to wrestle back control over your life and project a new confidence on the way to your goals. Astro-week Sonnyscopes courtesy of Collin Sonny Rosati, Vancouver Astrologer, Hypnotist. For personal readings visit thesunnyside.net.
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