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Art for everyone this Canada Day Art in the Park is the largest arts event in Kamloops and is organized by the Kamloops Arts Council (KAC) as part of the City of Kamloops Canada Day celebrations at Riverside Park.

Once a small arts market in McArthur Island Park, today Art in the Park is an important part of Kamloops’ art scene. This event is a shining example of the Tournament Capital of Canada’s vibrant culture that is fostered by the KAC. The full day of arts exhibitions and sales, demos and performances is free to everyone and an estimated 30,000 people attend the event each year. More than 90 artists will have their handcrafted and original works on display, from painting and pottery to fashion and jewelry.

Art in the Park also features live music, dance and theatre performances for all ages.

This event has been an annual destination for many people over the past 30 years and has become a wonderful showcase and sale of quality art, created by local and regional artists with the colour and creativity that the arts community of Kamloops is known for.

Everyone is invited to attend a full day of culture, arts, music and festivities, beginning with a Lions Pancake breakfast from 7:00 am until 10:30 am and ending with a vibrant display of fireworks starting at 10:30 pm. Mayor Peter Milobar will be a guest speaker in addition to the

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The KAC will also be hosting a new “Great Getaways” raffle, where you can enter to win one of four getaway packages, including a Vancouver weekend getaway or Sun Peaks package. Then take a spin at the “Wheel of Art” to win even more amazing prizes.

All of the proceeds support the KAC’s year-round community arts programs, including the Crossing Bridges Arts Outreach, which delivers supportive arts workshops to children, youth and adults who need them most.

New this year is local artwork inspired by the pride and patriotism of Canada at Heritage House located at 100 Lorne Street during the Oh Canada! Art Exhibition from Sunday, June 28 to Wednesday, July 1. The Oh Canada! Exhibition is a visual arts display that celebrates our great country and focuses on the themes of Canada’s history, culture and identity, showcasing art from all nationalities, which reflects the rich fabric of our nation.

From humble beginnings and near obscurity, the KAC has promoted Art in the Park to become an event worth sharing with the Kamloops Canada Day celebration at Riverside Park. Make your way on Canada Day to see for yourself what a thriving arts community Kamloops has to offer. For more information visit the KAC website at kamloopsarts.ca, where you will find a schedule of performances, participating artists and wares.

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Illa Jackson (inset) was one of many people protesting the dumping of bio solids in the Nicola Valley. First Nations leaders and citizens of Merritt took to Victoria Street on Friday, June 19 to demonstrate against the proposed bio solid dumpsite. The proposed site is situated less than two kilometers above the town’s source of drinking water.

Store or drop off your recyclables

The City of Kamloops’ contractor for processing recyclables, Emterra Environmental, is currently experiencing a labour dispute resulting in a strike, effective June 22.

The City is not equipped to store recyclables in a safe and environmentally sound manner, which requires a secure area to avoid wind distribution of paper and other materials onto neighbouring properties or waterways. The City will be ceasing to pick up recycling effective immediately and until further notice. This includes single-family homes, multi-family homes, and cardboard from some

businesses, as well as the City’s Centers, 611 Fortune Drive or 963 four recycling depots (located on Camosun Crescent.

McGill Road, Ord Road and at the The City hopes that the labour disMission Flats and Barnhartvale pute between Emterra EnvironmenLandfills). tal and United Steelworkers Local Residents are asked to store their 1-417 will be resolved quickly. recyclables on their property if Regular garbage collection will possible. Alternatively, recycling not be affected and will continue can be taken to the following as per usual, and the City landfills Multi-Material BC recycling loca- remain open. tions, however, all materials must For regular updates, check kambe separated and sorted prior to loops.ca. For further information on drop off (i.e. paper, plastic, foam, Multi-Material BC Recycling visit glass, etc.): Lorne Street Bottle their website at recyclinginbc.ca/.

Depot, 270 Halston Avenue; General Grant’s Recycling Every Friday lunch hour until the end of August join Eats Amore, BK Yoga and the City of Kamloops for Move’n’Munch this summer at Riverside Teen parties causing problems Park. Move’n’Munch is a community health and The gathering of teens, partying in city parks, has rewellness initiative that takes place every Friday at sulted in numerous calls to the Kamloops RCMP from lunch and includes a 30 minute stretch with Bronneighboring residents. Police will be attending these wen from BK Yoga, followed by a tasty, healthy gathering and issuing violation tickets to those who are lunch from Eats Amore to take back to work, all for found contravening the Liquor Control and Licensing a small fee per session.

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The 30-minute stretch session starts at 12:15 pm, The fine for a minor in possession of liquor or conwith different levels of physical intensity to choose suming liquor is $230 and the by-law fine for being in a from, making the session accessible to all. Everypark between 11:00 pm and 5:00 am is $100.

RCMP need to have their resources available for true one is encouraged to bring along something to sit emergencies and not be tied to managing groups of on, whether it be a mat, blanket or chair. All skill youth partying on busy Friday and Saturday nights. Any levels are welcome. of the youth dealt with by police will have their parents To register, email eats.amore@gmail.com before contacted to come and take responsibility for them, reeach Friday to place a lunch order. A commitment gardless of the time. to the whole summer is not required.

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Hop on your bike, and be a part of an environmentally friendly and active Canada Day! The MS Society, Kamloops and Area Chapter, is pleased to offer the 2nd Annual Pedal Parking at the Canada Day celebrations on Wednesday, July 1.

Pedal Parking is a safe and secured place to leave your bike for the day. Bring your own bike lock and MS Society will supervise your bike.

The Scotiabank MS Bike Pedal Parking will be located at the west side of Riverside Park in the tennis courts, between 8:00 am and 7:00 pm. All bikes must be picked up by 7:00 pm.

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The newly renovated Continental Barber Shop is now open for business. New owner Tabitha Iwaniuk and stylist Yusuf Sulayman have more than 30 years experience in the business and offer a full range of barbershop services. Stop by for a haircut or to say hello at #4 – 319 Victoria Street!

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Group hits fundraising target A coalition of groups connected to the crowd funding appeal regarding the proposed Ajax mine reached its target of $25,000 with nine days remaining in the 30-day campaign.

“We are thrilled and so very thankful to all who made, and are continuing to make, donations,” stated coalition representative Dianne Kerr.

“The people are speaking with their contributions, giving donations that so far have ranged from $5 to $2,000. Folks are willing to give what they can to defend the health and well being of the citizens of Kamloops. All funds raised will go toward an indepen-

dent review of the mine’s application,” said Dianne.

The environmental permit application for the proposed Ajax mine is expected to be submitted in the early fall.

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will go through this application to ensure key issues are addressed properly. Any additional funding will allow us to conduct a more in depth review, as we will be able to hire more experts.”

Volunteers needed for HIJACKED

As you probably know, BC Living Arts are preparing for Music in the Park: HIJACKED. This exciting free music and arts festival set for Friday, July 10 and Saturday, July 11 at Riverside Park will feature a variety of musical tribute concerts, including repertoire from Canadian Icons Joni Mitchell, Leonard Cohen, Neil Young, Bruce Cockburn and The Band.

As part of BC Living Arts ‘Food Truck Frenzy’, guests will be able to experience the street food of Kamloops and taste regionally sourced Three Ranges Brewing Company in the licensed family refreshment area. And, the Interactive Arts Park will allow you to turn your body into an instrument. BC Living Arts is looking for volunteers to help with the festivities. For a list of positions visit bclivingarts.ca.

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The crew from Lyons Landscaping take a break from the beautification project under the 3rd Avenue walkway they are working on. As you head to Riverside Park you will enjoy lovely new garden beds. Pictured (L-R) are Joe Diotte, Otto Dersch, Denver Stanley and Brenden Pocha.

Kamloops Thompson secondary school students in grades eight through twelve may now register for summer school courses, delivered face to face and by distance learning, in a variety of subjects.

School District 73 will offer summer school courses at NorKam Secondary from June 29 to July 23 with options for remedial course credits and full credits.

New this year, at Kamloops Open Online Learning (KOOL) will also offer courses for students enrolled in distance learning and will provide drop-in opportunities for support each day at NorKam Secondary.

A full list of courses and a registration link is available at www.sd73.bc.ca.

For more information, contact Derek Wales, NorKam Secondary vice-principal by phone 250-376-1272.

Local Chamber representative appointed as Chair to BC Former Kamloops Chamber of Commerce President Brant Hasanen has been elected as Chair of the Board of Directors for the BC Chamber of Commerce.

“We are proud to have Kamloops represented at such a high level at the BC Chamber of Commerce,” states Steve

Earl, current Kamloops Chamber of Commerce Board president. “Brant has served our board in Kamloops since 2003 and continues to support the chamber movement both locally, provincially and nationally with his insight, experience and passion for policy development and government

relations.”

States Brant: “I am looking forward to working with the individual chambers across BC over the next year. We are in a very positive, progressive business environment and I look forward to participating in this with businesses across the province.”

State of the Downtown - Gathering Statistics The CAP Team has taken on a new project durcounts done over the summer. This report- an ing the last couple of years. economic snapshot compiled by the KCBIA Gathering statistics is important for any downin January 2015- contains facts, photos, graphs town community. It provides concrete numbers and demographic information. It showcases the and information for potential business owners, business environment of downtown Kamloops downtown visitors, community planners and and the potential it holds for developers, busivisitors alike. It also allows those who work and nesses and residents. Check out the full report live downtown to understand downtown traffic at kcbia.com. and how it varies depending on time and place.

Clearly, gathering statistics and understanding The CAP Team is working to update statistics the factors involved in downtown traffic is an on downtown pedestrians and enrich commu- CAP comments important motivator for business attraction and Laura Dumbrell nity members’ understanding of the livelihood promotion. Having this data available allows us of the streets. For 15-minute intervals, counts are to promote downtown Kamloops and all that it randomly taken at various locations that receive particularly has to offer in new and exciting ways! large amounts of foot traffic. Four counts occur per day- two If you see a red-shirt standing out on the street and “clickat 12:30 pm and two at 2:00 pm. ing” a device- say Hello! They are taking a quick break from This information has proven to be extremely valuable to regular patrolling to compile statistics and make downtown businesses looking to get started downtown or to relocate to an even more wonderful place to be. a new environment. By using a consistent, highly regulated The CAP Team is our Downtown Kamloops Ambassador method, we can monitor changes over time and also look for program. Reach us at 250-572-3008/3009 or the Information patterns. We hope to keep this project going for many years Kiosk at 250-572-3017. Email capteam@kcbia.com. Follow so we can see how pedestrian statistics differ annually. us on Facebook (KCBIA CAP Team) and Twitter (@CAPThe State of the Downtown Report provides a relevant ex- Team) too! ample of what can be done with statistics like the pedestrian Laura Dumbrell, Customer Care and Patrol Team (CAP)

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Ode to a legend Recently I received a call at my desk from a kindly older gentleman who wanted to share a story or two with me. Since June is Senior’s month, I wanted to interview someone who contributed to our thriving arts community but instead, I had the great fortune of meeting with one of the most amazing, inspirational and driven contributors of Canadian fine arts. We chatted for the better part of an hour about what he has been doing in his busy life and touched on a few interesting updates on what a few of his protégés and peers are doing in their chosen fields of the arts. His name is Tom Kerr and he has spent his colourful life educating and promoting his dream for the theatre with conviction and determination to put the Kamloops arts community on the map.

Tom began as a teacher and took the position of school drama coordinator as a side project with no formal curriculum but eventually brought the performing arts to the classroom, much to the dismay of the school principal at the time who kept asking Tom “Why? Theatre is not a real subject.” To which Tom would reply “Why not?” and continued to promote his vision.

Through his efforts initially as an educator, he founded the Western Canada Youth Theatre in 1969 as a young people’s theatre and used grants, such as the Local Initiatives Program to fund productions. Many of the emerging artists he mentored and encouraged have gone on to become some of the finest artists in the country. The Western Canada Theatre Company broadened its mandate and became a fully professional equity company in 1975 under Tom’s direction.

Tom is the former head of the Department of Drama at the University of Saskatchewan , the founding artistic director of Western Canada Theatre Company in Kamloops and has also served as artistic director of Persephone Theatre in Saskatoon, Neptune Theatre, Halifax and the

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Tom Kerr is responsible for inspiring through his leadership many of the Canadian actors, directors, conductors and visionaries that enjoy great success and recognition for their achievements today. young company of Stratford Shakespearean Festival in Stratford, Ontario. He has no intentions of quitting any time soon. In fact, he still takes acting classes in New York and when a dear friend, whom Tom has known since infancy, wanted diction lessons to help project his voice on stage for his Broadway debut this year in the production of “That Championship Season”, Tom was more than happy to assist. Having just finished shooting the second season of his television series “24” and spending most of his substantial career in films, this gifted artist knew his best teacher was Tom Kerr. The actor was Kiefer Sutherland and he received great reviews and a successful Broadway run that ended May 29.

Tom has gained recognition and respect from the arts community as one of the founding fathers of truly Canadian theatre and the strong foundation he laid with WCT is a large contributing factor to a very successful 40 years of operation.

As the arts community flourished in Kamloops there became a growing need for theatre space and ultimately led to the construction of

Sagebrush Theatre. Tom is passionate about architecture and still offers consulting on theatre construction, ensuring the important details from providing enough seating and adequate plumbing for capacity crowds, to lighting and acoustics being sufficient to properly showcase an artist and their production.

He has trained children, politicians, businessmen and actors in the disciplines of an artist and Tom Kerr is responsible for inspiring through his leadership many of the Canadian actors, directors, conductors and visionaries that enjoy great success and recognition for their achievements today. He has been recognized by WCT’s board of trustees officially as the Founding Artistic Director of Western Canada Theatre, but we recognize Tom Kerr’s achievements every time a Canadian artist is discovered. “Kamloops has become a wonderful little city,” Tom says, and what makes Kamloops wonderful is the influence of visionaries like Tom Kerr whose determination, energy and commitment are the foundation that the Kamloops arts community is built on.

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Promoting Healthy Feet, Mobility & Independence

NORTH SHORE SENIORS CALENDAR events and activities for the month of July

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9a - 1800 Tranquille Road (Brock Shop) • 778-470-6000

730 Cottonwood Avenue, Kamloops • 250-376-4777

JULY EVENTS

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Fri, July 17: Law Clinic 2:20pm

community Dinners and Dessert Nights will resume in September.

Wed, July 1: Closed Happy Canada Day! Wed, July 8: Reflexology 9:30am

ZUmBA CLASSeS every Monday and wednesday at 6:15 pm

WEEKLY EVENTS MONDAYS: 1:30pm: Euchre TUESDAYS: 10am: Wood Carving, 1pm: Whist WEDNESDAYS: 1-3pm: Cribbage

UKULeLe BeGInneR GRoUP meets Tuesdays at 1:30pm. new players welcome.

THURSDAYS: 10am: STICHERS CLUB, 1pm: Whist, 1-3:30pm: BRIDGE FRIDAYS: 1pm: Canasta

BINGO EVERY TUESDAY: 6:00pm Come out for some fun and frolic.

Win great prizes!

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For current listings check our website at www.csikamloops.ca

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tAI CHI BReAtHInG CLASSeS Tuesdays at 1:15pm fridays at 10:30am

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We love mail! Canada Post delivery specialist Hedi VanTangeren sports her ‘Save Canada Post’ button for saving door-to-door delivery service.

TALK ■ “For a Moment Like This –Gifts for the Bride and Groom” from June 2 to 30 at the old Courthouse Gallery, 7 W Seymour St. Weaving, fused and stained glass, paintings, photography, artisan jewelry, pottery, art cards and more all by local artists.

Open 10am to 5pm Tues to Fri, 10am to 4pm Sat. Free parking, handicap accessible. FMI visit: kamloopscourthousegallery.ca ■ Live at Lunch - Live music from 11:30am to 2pm. June 24: 400 block Victoria St, Madison Olds. June 25: Lansdowne Village. Gary “Mr. M” Mockford. June 26: 200 block Victoria St, Jared Doherty. June 27: 300 block Victoria St, Sean Luciw.

June 28: 200 block Victoria St, Chilibillies. FMI: downtownkamloops.com ■ X-Fest Events: Shakespeare Can be Fun Story Readings on June 25 at 1:30pm at Kamloops Library, Canada Day Celebrations on July 1 from 9am to 5pm at Riverside Park, Play Reading: the Dance of Our Life

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on July 2 at 1:30pm at Kamloops Library. Free.

■■ Family Caregiver series on June 27 from 9am to 5pm at #405 – 235 1st Ave. A full day session for family members who care for a person with dementia. Learn about dementia, practical coping strategies and early planning. Pre-registration is required by calling 250-377-8200 or email thildbrand@alzheimerbc.ca.

■■ Kamloops Garden Club Rose and Garden Show on June 27 at Heritage House, 100 Lorne St. Entries accepted from 8 to 10:15am.

Judging starts at 10:30am. Show open 2 to 4pm. Admission by donation includes tea and coffee.

■■ Summer Celebration Concert presented by the Kamloops Brandenburg Orchestra featuring music by Bach, Vivaldi, Mozart and Handel on June 30 at 7:30pm at St. Paul’s Cathedral, 360 Nicola St. Ticketsat Kamloops Live! Box Office and at the door.

■■ 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.

■■ “Ohhhh! Canada!” Burlesque on July 9 at The Blue Grotto, 319 Victoria St. Doors open at 8pm for this 19+ show. Tickets at the door or VIP tickets available at Instinct Adornment or at TamTix.ca. FMI or interested in performing visit: facebook.com/kamloopsburlesque.

■■ Summer Camps at BC Wildlife Park for kids age 6 to 10 on July 6 to 10, 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 Victoria St. Music

by Reflections. For tickets contact Zonia at 250-372-0091, Francoise at 250-372-3782 or Ed at 250-3742774. FMI call 250-571-5111.

■■ 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.

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echo stargazer Dear Gemini: (May 22 - June 21) Defend your possessions. You’ve worked hard for what you have and even though life is moving on there’s no reason to simply give it all away just because things are changing. If tempted by a stranger’s smile, say hello.

Dear Cancer: (June 22 - July 22) The last couple of weeks put you on the emotional roller coaster. Your reflective and introspective cycles are now over and it’s time to shine again. Self confidence and personal ego energy return adding a bounce to your step and a smile to your words.

Dear Leo: (July 23 - Aug 22) Money, love and personal goals are all coming into focus. On the downside, a problem from the past comes calling. Watch your back but don’t get too distracted from all of the fortune that is blessing your steps.

Dear Virgo: (Aug. 23 - Sept. 23) Teamwork and networking are your themes for this astro-cycle. You’d like to lead and show everyone that you deserve both the trust and respect that accompany positions of leadership. Let your actions motivate the team.

Dear Libra (Sept. 24 - Oct. 23) It’s time to put what you’ve learned into practice. Trust your skills and your new approach to getting things done. You’re still receiving love, money and accolades from groups but it’s the office that is holding your energy.

Dear Scorpio: (Oct. 24 - Nov. 22) You’re lucky in business this asto-cycle so keep pushing the career and be public about it. Distance travel is calling with an adventure that you’d love to take but you’re stuck at the office. An older person surprises with declarations of love.

Dear Sagittarius: (Nov. 23 -Dec. 21) Keep a close eye on the health of those close to you. An older relative may be sicker than you realize. You’re entering a cycle of money, love and power. Have fun but don’t get carried away. Success arrives through a team effort.

Dear Capricorn: (Dec. 22 - Jan. 20) Enough about money, it’s time for love! This week begins a cycle where you’re going to get serious about finding a partner to share the wealth. Be aggressive but watch for stepping on toes as strangers pause to interpret your jokes.

Dear Aquarius: (Jan. 21 - Feb. 19) Love is on your mind and the smiles keep coming but you have chores and they are going to keep you busy. Throughout all of this, you’ll be asked to help out a friend. The love you’ve been waiting for is watching how you handle the pressure.

Dear Pisces: (Feb. 20 - Mar. 20) A burst of energy adds new life to a creative project you thought was over. This goes double for love. Winks from last week may have been met with a cold smile but things warm up this time around. Reach out and help a friend in need.

Dear Aries: (Mar. 21 - April 20) You’ve been a social dynamo lately but it’s now time to take care of the home. You’re very creative this astrocycle so take the time to come up with a working answer before blowing things out of proportion.

Dear Taurus: (Apr. 21 - May 21) As Mars enters your astro-sector of communication you’ll be busy selling your ideas. If you’ve been working on a new financial project then now’s the time to push for more sales.

Love is busy grounding your relationship for a more permanent union.

Astro-week Sonnyscopes courtesy of Collin Sonny Rosati, Vancouver Astrologer, Hypnotist. For personal readings visit thesunnyside.net.

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