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Living to tell the tale: a full circle journey After fours years of writing, former childcare worker Mary Hayward was on the verge of publishing her first book, a children’s action and adventure story. The novel, a fantastical world of wizards and caverns, great strength of character and finding your way back, was also to include some of Mary’s coloured pencil and ink illustrations. It was around this time that Mary became ill. An avid reader, Mary began to suspect something was wrong when she could no longer focus and reading became exhausting for her. Her short-term memory was failing and she was sent for an MRI scan to identify the problem. By the time physicians figured out what was wrong, Mary was given four days to live. She had been diagnosed with a brain tumor the size of an egg which was cutting off the circulation of her spinal cord fluid. Mary opted for a risky operation requiring the skills of two teams of surgeons. Dr. David Omahen, a neurosurgeon at Royal Inland Hospital (RIH), headed Mary’s 13-hour surgery. In her gratitude, Mary calls Dr. Omahen her hero. “He figured he could do something for me. I would not be here today if not for him.” To the Oncology department at RIH, it is Mary who is both a hero and a miracle. The surgical team removed 75 per cent of her tumor to enable her to proceed with chemotherapy treatment. Amazingly, Mary suffers no deficits following her surgery and treatment. Today Mary is celebrating her
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health and the release of her novel, Laughing Dragons. A tale of friendship, the novel’s main character, Dean Albany, is a fourteen-year-old orphan who lost his parents in a car accident. Together with his friend Tom, he embarks on a journey wrapped in Chinese mythology, that is fraught with danger, mystery, magic and most importantly, self-discovery. In the ancient underground world of caverns, they must retrieve three magical objects, each protected by a dragon. If they manage to gather the items needed they must then gain entry to the Chamber of Souls to complete the quest. In this journey, the two boys learn that true friendship is a very powerful force. With her background as a childcare worker, Mary is no stranger to grief or lost children. She muses, “Many people don’t let themselves feel grief. They don’t trust.” Just as art often imitates life, Mary’s remarkable full circle journey is analogous to her fictional tale. “No matter how far off the track you get, there’s always a way back,” Mary openly asserts. Mary received the first ten copies of her book from Amazon early this year, a physical testament to triumph of the human spirit. In her book, she dedicates and acknowledges the support of the “two Davids” in her life her husband, David and Dr. David Omahen - who were powerful forces in helping her defeat her Goliath. Laughing Dragons offers hope to those who have lost their way and believe there is no way back. Now that her book has been released, Mary is making plans for local readings and to share her personal tale at Chapters and TNRD library branches in the fall. In the meantime, you can order a copy of Laughing Dragons online at amazon.ca. Jody Tippett
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Prince Charles Park was packed with cars and car lovers on July 26 for Chrome on the Grass. Grant White won first place for best Ford for his 1937 Ford two-door slamback. This was the first time he has entered his car and was thrilled to win. Hours and hours that add up to years worth of time are put into each of these vehicles.
After several months under construction, the intersection of Lansdowne Street, First Avenue and Lorne Street is nearing completion. The new intersection configuration will connect First Avenue and Lorne Street for both northbound and southbound traffic. This will provide a direct connection between Lorne Street and Downtown, as well as improved pedestrian access to Riverside Park. A new Traffic Signal has been installed at the intersection of Lansdowne Street and First Avenue / Lorne Street. The intersection of Victoria Street and First Avenue has also been modified, with westbound traffic restricted to right turns only. The new intersection configuration is scheduled to be operational starting later this week. Further work on the project, including landscaping and beautification of the green space will continue over the rest of the summer. The City of Kamloops thanks residents for their patience during the construction period and reminds motorists and pedestrians to use caution when approaching this area.
Disaster Financial Assistance available for flood damages Following the severe rain event that took place on July 23rd, the City of Kamloops has been diligently working to evaluate the damages that were sustained by the community and surrounding areas. This evaluation resulted in the City applying to the Province of BC for Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA). The Province has now authorized this event as eligible for DFA. DFA is available for qualifying claimants, such as home owners, residential tenants, small business owners, farmers, charitable organizations and local government bodies, who were
unable to obtain insurance to cover these disaster-related losses. All applicants should first check with their insurance agent to determine if their current insurance policy provides coverage for the resulting damage. Depending on the circumstances, small business owners, farmers, and strata property owners may have been able to obtain commercial insurance for certain losses. Application forms and information about Disaster Financial Assistance is available on the Emergency Management British Columbia web site at
www.embc.gov.bc.ca/em/dfa_claims/dfa.html. Applications should be submitted as soon as possible so that the damage assessments can be completed; however residents have until October 27th, 2014 to submit a claim. Completed applications should be e-mailed to DFA@gov.bc.ca or faxed to 250-952-5542. Further inquires can be made to 1-888-257-4777. As applications are received, EMBC contracted evaluators will contact applicants to explain the DFA program requirements and schedule an onsite visit.
Take a stroll through history on the Heritage Neighbourhoods Tour The Kamloops West End is full of beautiful, old heritage homes that are just waiting to tell their story. Experience the history of our neighbourhoods with the Kamloops Museum and Archives for their Heritage Neighbourhoods Guided Walking Tour and hear some facts about the exterior appearance of vari-
ous homes found in this area as well as notable Kamloops residents. Local residents and business owners in the downtown core have done a great job in revitalizing and restoring heritage homes and buildings. Tour through the streets and learn of the exciting tales of rivers and railways, discover the stories of the first
connections between white man and the local First Nations people, enjoy colourful stories about characters of the day and peek inside some of the city’s refurbished heritage buildings. This engaging trip will happen August 16, from 10:00am to 11:30am. Visit ezregsvr.kamloops.ca and register for course #223688.
Locals and visitors can also pick up a free Heritage Homes Walking Tour brochure and enjoy a self-directed walking tour anytime. A companion MP3 podcast is also available for download. Contact Kamloops Museum and Archives located at 207 Seymour Street or call 250-828-3576 for more information.
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Dilip Maurya (left) of Maurya’s Fine Indian Cuisine and City of Kamloops gardener Dawn House with their planter pot on the 100 block of Victoria Street.
To involve City Council, community members and businesses in creating beautiful planters to enhance public spaces Kamloops Communities in Bloom Committee, City Council, NSBIA and the KCBIA partnered on the popular and blooming friendly Kamloops CIB Community Planter Competition. There were three locations this year with a total of 12 planters. Spirit Square on the North Shore,
the 100 block of Victoria Street Downtown and at the Tourism Kamloops Visitor Centre Uptown. In this annual Planter Competition, Mayor, City Council, TIB Council and guest politicians competed for the most creatively planted planter pot. This year senior’s residences, student residences and strata groups were invited to become team members. Teams also included a local politician and one of Kamloops’ amazing
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city gardeners. (Honestly they are the only ones that know what they are doing!) Kamloops Seniors Village (gardener Susan Hely) was awarded 1st place. 2nd place went to Maurya’s Fine Indian Cuisine (gardener Dawn House and councillor Arjun Singh). 3rd place – a tie – went to Magnum Auto, (Peter Milobar and gardener Leah Young) and Tourism Kamloops (gardener Jeri Lynn Bartella).
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Last weekend, the four-day extravaganza that is the Downtown Merchants Market included the Echo’s Taste of Downtown, super sidewalk sales, a Car Free Day, a pie-eating contest, Street Battle of the Bands not to mention a battle with Mother Nature when she opened her floodgates. Despite some adverse weather for a couple of days, plenty of people were out enjoying the entertainment and activity that Kamloops Business Improvement Association brought to our city streets.
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Downtown Kamloops is music to your ears You can never have too much live music, that’s why the KCBIA has recently installed a new and improved attraction for people to enjoy in downtown Kamloops – a piano painted blue! The piano, which sits on the corner of Victoria Street and Third Avenue for passerbyers to play, is painted with chalk paint! We encourage people to draw or write on the piano, leave fun messages for future players and encourage those who may be hesitant to show off their piano skills! The initiative follows those implemented by other major cities, such as Victoria and Calgary. We want to invite people to showcase their hidden talents, and give everyone the opportunity to share their music with the downtown public! The goal of the project is to create yet another experience for people who frequent downtown Kamloops.
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One person who is eager to play is the CAP Team’s very own, Laura (pictured at left)! “I’ve been playing piano since I was six years old,” said Laura. “I go to the University of Victoria and they have a public piano there, it’s so fun to see people play!” Laura was born and raised in Kamloops and just finished her first year at UVic. studying Arts with a major in Geography. Very multi-talented; on the art side in addition to the piano she also plays guitar. Human geography is her other interest therefore her project with the CAP Team this year is collecting data on pedestrian traffic counts downtown. “Who doesn’t love music? Especially live music,” said Laura. “We don’t want people to feel nervous to play, beginner or expert it doesn’t matter! Everyone is welcome to come and try out the blue piano.”
A hot summer evening takes off with Pin Up girls Join the Kamloops Burlesque Monthly Showcase at The Blue Grotto on Thursday, August 14 for their Pin Ups Show! Sassy local acts include Miss Coco Creme, Vain Calamity Jane, Melvyn Felske, Lizzie Borden, Miss Andry who will be joined by very special guests, the fabulous and very sexy April O’Peel and Melody Mangler. They always put on a great show so make sure to get your VIP tickets before they sell out. Their VIP ticket contest continues with VIP ticket holder entered to win a fabulous grand prize of a choice of a semester
of burlesque classes or a burlesque party, which will be drawn at the Pin Up show. Get down to the show as you the winner must be present to collect their prize. As always, the show is 19+. VIP tickets are available at Instinct Adornment, 319 Victoria Street and get you early entrance in to the show and exclusive floor seating if you arrive by 9:00pm. Doors open at 8:00pm and the show starts at 9:30pm. Dress up to win special prizes in the Best Dressed Contest. Check out their amazing photo collection on facebook.com/kamloopsburlesque.
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A selection of works from local artist collective The Artists’ Studio and Gallery are a cooperative group involved in learning more about their craft and encouraging others in their art. A few of the current twenty artists are original members. The rest of them have been added over time to the collective, and they can still be found encouraging, studying together, and improving their crafts. All of these talented individuals are from diverse backgrounds. Although most are retired some are still working at their “day jobs”. This group consists of a retired doctor, two school teachers, an accountant, a missionary, a rancher, a writer, a railroader and several graphic artists. This group includes members of the Federation of Canadian Artists. A few of the members are from Art BC and the Kamloops Arts Council. Some of the members are self taught, and others are learned from workshops. At least one of these artists has a fine arts degree. Some
of these artists are still working at their “day jobs”, although most are retired. This group shows that an artist can blossom under a variety of career choices. “Artists Studio & Gallery: A Retrospective” will be on display at the Kamloops Arts Council’s Main Gallery throughout the month of August. This is a special treat for the community and an opening reception will be held Friday, August 8 from 7:00pm until 9:00pm. Artists you will see in this wonderful art show are Alan Hodgson, Allen Frissell, Carol Stanley, Cathie Peters, Dale Redfern, Jeanette Ardern, Lorraine Papp, Lynda Boutiller, Ted Willard and Terry Farrell. Their work will be on display at 7 Seymour Street West in the Kamloops Arts Council’s Main Gallery in the Old Courthouse Cultural Centre until August 30. Gallery hours are Tuesday to Friday from 10:00am to 5:00pm and Saturday from 10:00am until 4:00pm.
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Notice to Motorists & Pedestrians Intersection of Lansdowne Street / 1st Avenue / Lorne Street
What’s New? The new intersection configuration will connect 1st Avenue and Lorne Street for both northbound and southbound traffic. This will provide a direct connection between Lorne Street and Downtown, as well as improved pedestrian access to Riverside Park. A new Traffic Signal has been installed at the intersection of Lansdowne Street and 1st Avenue / Lorne Street. Sean Luciw
The intersection of Victoria Street and 1st Avenue has also been modified, with westbound traffic restricted to right turns only.
Arbor Aboriginal Artists Collective hosted a mixed media and music workshop with Bracken Hanuse Corlett and Dean Hunt on Thursday, July 24 at Kamloops Art Gallery. Arbor Collective meets at the Gallery select Thursday evenings to support all artistic disciplines from all Indigenous Nations living in the Kamloops area. The next meet-up is July 31 for a poetry reading, workshop and Q & A with Janet Rogers. Everyone welcome to attend this free evening event.
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When is it Operational? The new intersection configuration will be operational starting the week of July 28th, 2014. Thank you for your patience. Please use caution when approaching and driving through this area. Contact: Traffic and Transportation at 250-828-3453.
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The Phoenix Centre is hosting their second annual Ashes to Dust Mountain Bike Camp on September 10 and 11 at the Juniper Bike Ranch, and is hoping to raise $35,000 to bring 25 male youth-atrisk into the camp and gift each a new bike and riding gear. With only a month to go, the Phoenix Centre is concerned that they might not raise enough money to reach their goal. So far the centre has raised over $13,000 that will go directly into the camp, with the generous support of over 20 individuals and organizations like Highland Valley Copper, KGHM Ajax, Fulton and Company, New Gold and Domtar. “This bike camp is not a regular Phoenix Centre program,” says Sian Lewis, Executive Director of the Phoenix Centre, “so we cannot use our regular funding to put it on - we must reach out to the community for support, and hope that the community sees the value
in what we are trying to do.” Last year the centre managed to raise $18,000 and bring 18 youth into the camp. This year the Phoenix Centre has hired an event coordinator to help with the workload, so the cost of putting on the camp has increased a little. “It has been a wonderful opportunity for me to promote something that I truly believe in – the bicycle!” says Marcia Dick, fundraising and event coordinator with the Phoenix Centre and also Bike to Work Week Coordinator. “Riding a bicycle is amazing on so many levels,”says Marcia. Some of my best ideas come while I am riding my bike, and whenever I need to sort through a problem, I just get on my bike and go for a ride.” For more information about the event or to sponsor contact marcia.dick@phoenixcentre.org or call 778-470-5695.
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“Honey!” screamed my wife, running outside to my bike once again, “did you double check that Herby’s seat is attached securely?” “Yeah let me check that just one more time”, I muttered, checking the seat for what must have been the tenth time. “Ok ”, I said nervously, to my two-year old Herby, “are you ready for your first bike ride?” “Let me just check your helmet again… perfect, now your knee pads… good, now your elbow pads... perfect.” And with that, I lifted my foot to get on top of the bike and nailed my two-year old smack in the jaw!
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“Sir you have got to help!” said the tearful man at the door. “There is a family that I know very well that is in desperate need of money. The father has been out of a job for over a year, they have five kids at home with barely a bit of food to eat. The worst part is that they are about to kicked out of the house and they will be left on the streets without a roof over their heads!” The man concluded with one last heart-wrenching sob. “Well,” said the man at the door, “that really is a sad story. Why don’t you come
inside and we’ll talk about it a little more.” “So how much money is needed exactly?” asked the man when they were both seated. “Oh it’s really terrible,” said the man starting up again, “why just for the rent $3000 is needed by tomorrow otherwise they’ll be kicked out onto the streets.” “How do you know so much about this situation?” asked the man as he reached for his cheque book. “Well,” said the man breaking down once more “they are my tenants.”
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This marks the sixth year for the Canadian Military Police National Relay Ride (MPNMR) from coast-tocoast to raise funds for the Military Police Fund for Blind Children and, once again, the Kamloops Legion will welcome the team of riders on August 4 to the Branch
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for dinner and social time as they spend the night in Kamloops before heading off to Golden on August 5. Several Kamloops bikers and Legion members from Branch 52, including President, Craig Thomson, will be accompanying the riders on the BC leg, going from Victoria to Jasper.
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Fill your summer days with imaginative fun ■■ 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. ■■ Live at Lunch: Music on Downtown streets 11:30am to 2pm. July 31 Gary Mockford- Lansdowne Village, Aug. 1 Quade Lingren- 100 Blk Victoria, Aug. 2 Leah Dezeeuz- 300 Blk Victoria, Aug. 5 Treena Plummer- 200 Blk Victoria, Aug. 6 Dan Loewen- 400 Blk Victoria. ■■ Music in the Park 7 to 8:30pm nightly at Riverside Park. July 31 Glorious Sons- Rock, Aug 1 The Longriders- Lynyrd Skynyrd Tribute, Aug 2 Tasman Jude- Jamaican Reggae, Aug 3 Johnny Don’t- Folk Rock, Aug 4 Rube Band- Ambassadors of Fun, Aug 5 The Wildrose Ramblers- Country- Country Rock, Aug 6 Tequila Mockingbird Orchestra- Gypsy Roots.. ■■ Live in the Lounge at Lake City Casino, 540 Victoria St. Aug. 2- Sabrina Weeks and Mike Hillard. FMI 250-372-3336. ■■ “Pin Ups” Burlesque on Aug. 14 at The Blue Grotto, 319 Victoria St. Doors open at 8pm for this 19+ show. FMI or interested in performing visit: facebook.com/Kamloopsburlesque. ■■ Interior Savings Moonlight Movie Night featuring The Lego Movie on Aug. 19 in Riverside Park. Concession and activities at 7pm and movie at dusk. Bring chairs and blankets to this free event. Donations to support Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Kamloops and Region are welcomed. ■■ Climbing Out of the Valley Grief Workshop from Sept. 24 to Oct. 29 from 3:30 to 5:30pm at Kamloops United Church, 421 St. Paul St. Register by calling 250-372-3020 or kuchurch@shaw.ca by Sept. 17. ■■ Outdoor Farmers Market every Sun. from 10am to 2pm until Sept. 14 at BC Wildlife Park, 9077 Dallas Dr. Meat products, farm produce, baked goods, arts, crafts and more. Open to local vendors. FMI contact
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Andy at 250-577-3810 or dandyme2@hotmail.com. ■■ Soup and Sandwiches served on the first Wed. of each month for a nominal fee. Food served from 11:30am to 1pm at Kamloops United Church, 421 St. Paul. ■■ Council of Canadians meets at 5:30pm
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LEO (July 23-Aug 22) You have a desire to celebrate. The temptation to overspend is strong. Consider what would be fun and interesting that doesn’t require a big expenditure. VIRGO (Aug. 23 -Sept. 23) There is a shift of your attention to matters of your personal history that may go back quite a long time. You will be looking inside yourself for meditative peace, answers to serious questions, and encouragement from your Source. LIBRA (Sept. 24 -Oct. 23) A relationship or friendship that began suddenly in mid-May has gone through one or two transformations already. If you are still together, this time brings yet one more change in how you relate to each other. If this is not a person, it may be a creative project that you began in the spring. SCORPIO (Oct. 24 –Nov. 22) This looks like a week in which you really want to say your piece, but you have a sense that would be a bad idea. I agree if you feel so upset that you can’t present your case with compassion. But if you give attention to everyone’s feelings and present it tactfully, you could accomplish an improvement. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23 -Dec. 21) You are in a generous, gregarious frame of mind. Your energy level is great. You may be tempted to spend more money than you have this week or make other impulsive moves that you might regret later. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22.- Jan. 20) You occasionally confuse what you think with who you are. There are those who will disagree with you this week. Just don’t let it become a battle to the death. Your identity is not at stake in this situation. You may not like what is happening, but you can choose a better time later to argue the point. AQUARIUS (Jan. 21 -Feb. 19) Social and romantic life is favored this week, particularly over the weekend. You may be mixing business and pleasure in a pleasant combination. This is a good time to discuss issues within a Open ‘til 10pm 7 Days a Week • 259 Tranquille Road relationship. lemonadestand420.com PISCES (Feb. 20-Mar. 20) Mark time in your calendar for play or R&R. The needs of everyone around you could eat you alive unless you create some time for yourself and hold those boundaries. Too much stress can lead to burnout. ARIES (Mar. 21- April 20) You have recently become aware of a new person in your life. This might be a new friend or even a lover. This is a time to explore that relationship further, to go deeper. It may not work out, but it is worth a try. TAURUS (Apr. 21- May 21) You are feeling restless and need to try something new. Commute by a different route or go somewhere you have never visited before. Take your partner on a picnic. It is important to make note of these restless feelings and do something about them. GEMINI (May 22-June 21) Your ruling planet, Mercury, moves into Leo on the 31st. This represents a shift of attention from financial matters to focus on communications, neighbors, siblings, and others who are in your daily environment. CANCER (June 22-July 22) You are conflicted on the subject of romance versus caretaking, which is your natural instinct. Perhaps you are caught in the middle between the needs of a spouse and your children. Horoscopes courtesy of astrologer Vivian Carol. For daily horoscopes go to horoscopesbyvivian.com
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