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If you’re Canadian yoube were born in Burton wrote or co-wrote many hit songs between 1966 and 1969, and in 1969 they What would our and world the last 100 years youart probably without art? Although is sub- have heard that include These Eyes, No Time, and the hit huge international success with the song These Eyes following up with Laughing. In about Guess And ifus, you’re a true classic American Woman. jective,The it is also Who. all around Canadian, who legendary rocker His first band The Deverons, an R&B gig, 1970, the band hit Number 1 on the Canaespecially you hereknow in Downtown released two singles on the small REO Re- dian charts with American Woman. In 1975 Burton Cummings is.seen in the Kamloops.

It can be The former singer/songwriter for The Guess cords label. The Guess Who, before Bur- Burton left The Guess Who after a successful pattern of the bricks in which Who will be bringing his we walk, throughout our band alley-to Kamloops ton joined, also recorded at the same studio ten years with the band and moved on to a for the public “In Your Backyard Tour”inon Saturday, as The Deverons in Minneapolis. Burton solo career. Stand Tall was Burton’s greatest ways, plazas, flowers March 14. The born rocker will be joined The Guess Who replacing keyboard- solo hit, reaching number ten on The Hot 100 our parks and Winnipeg street corners.

It making a stop here in Kamloops to play for a ist Bob Ashley and later taking the spot of and number two on the Adult Contemporary can even be seen in store winmore smaller concert for loyal fans. lead singer Chad Allen. The Guess Who were chart. In 1978 Burton released Dream of a dows intimate, and if you don’t believe, During his ten years with The Guess Who, one of the hardest working bands in Canada Child, his biggest album in Canadian history just stop and check out Anthony at that time. He also did some acting in the Salituro’s Viva Bridal windows Canadian film Melanie. on any given day.

Burton officially resided to California in “Life is art.” A simple statethe late 70’s and still comes back to Maniment from Kamloops artist toba for the warm Canadian summers. If you Donna Cale who sees herself as decide to eat at the Salisbury House in Wina perpetual student of life and nipeg chances are you may see part owner art. Right now she is working Mr. Cummings, who also collects comics on an interesting goal, one that and has written music for film. In 2000, Buris being created live and every ton Cummings, Randy Bachman and origiweek right here in Downtown nal drummer Garry Peterson toured again Kamloops at the Art We Are. An as The Guess Who, reigniting the passion artist by the name of Donna Cale for classic Canadian rock! In 2009, Goveris building her portfolio and nor General Michaelle Jean named Burton working on a collection project Cummings an Officer of the Order of CanaDonna Cale paints her model Katie on Friday, February 13. aimed at getting her memberda, one of highest awards given to a civilian ship into the Stroke of Genius. ery Friday morning.

“I just love the Art We Are,” Burton in Canada. is also an avid Her poet,model findthing like this.”

“My interest and current goal ing have inspiration such great scholars wasfrom excitedly immersed in asa Donna has been painting for continues Donna. “You just is to become a member of the most of her life. As a small child to look around, it’s wonderful.

Kipling, Keats andfinishing Edgar Allen meal, just inPoe. time to get Stroke of Genius,” explains she would save up her allow- They just let me come in Burton also received star on the Caline drawinga done. here, hasher Donna. “The qualifications are ance to buy oil paints, the me- set up and paint. They nadian of Fame in 2011,she joining is Katie,” tells the us. are veryWalk “This you must complete 25 portraits dium she works in. To date this welcoming. The atmosphere ranks as of Canada’s “I’ve known hermost for ainfluential year and is one live as one body of work. You year she has completed five new art so I feel very at home artists time!

Cummings has WeBurton just crossed paths one here.”of allhalf. also must draw live and the min- portraits, of which many can be also worked with Ringo Starr and his All We caught up with Donna as day.” imum fee for your work must seen right on the front walls of she was just starting her Starr Band and alsoKatie playswill guitar, piano, Now forever besaximlatest be $2000. This is sort of like an the Art We Are, her chosen place portrait towards her ophone, and flute. mortalized on a hopefully future body ofdrums art Olympics for me. I’m 56 so to paint live while building her work. She had just set upBurton is aGenius true Canadian rocker Stroke of artist canvas. at theCummings rocker Cummings be bringing his band to Kamloops.

ICanadian should be able Burton to tackle some- will continued on page Art We Are as she does most evportfolio.

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Turn Down the Heat a success Every year Downtown Kamloops bands together with other Business Improvement Associations across British Columbia and collects warm clothing for people in need all while educating people on the importance of energy conservation.

The promotion, which is aptly titled, Turn Down the Heat Week is sponsored by Fortis BC and

took place in the first week of February. Fortis wants to get the word out that you can save money and energy simply by taking into consideration a few tips that you can easily employ in your life.

Think of these easy sayings next time you feel your homes energy costs are too high; A Sweater is Better; Instead of cranking up the heat, put on a sweater, Close the

Door; An open door can put your heating costs through the roof and Turn it Down; your business or home can stay warm for at least an hour after you leave, so why not turn it down before?

The coolest part about the whole promotion was not only did you get to learn easy tips and tricks to save energy but many people will be a little bit warmer because of

the generosity of the community.

Here in Downtown Kamloops, more than 17 businesses put out collection boxes for warm clothing. Together they donated more than 297 pieces, which included sweaters, warm jackets and more.

Across BC more than 200 businesses participated, collecting more than 4700 pieces of warm clothing.

Locally, the items were then taken and donated to the Canadian Mental Health Association and more specifically Emerald House.

Extremely grateful for the thought and effort on the part of downtown businesses and customers, we just really want to thank everyone involved for making this annual effort a success again. Kamloops really does have the heart of a giant and this is just another thing that proves it!

(L-R) KCBIA staffer Jackie Rechenmacher, KCBIA general manager Gay Pooler and Sheena Christian of CMHA Emerald House, with bags and bags of donations.

Celebrating local women’s entrepreneurship On Sunday, March 8, BC celebrated International Women’s Day. In Kamloops, BC Job Makers celebrates the success and impact of Angela Veltri, a local woman who helps women through her business, Kix 4 Chix kickboxing.

Kix 4 Chix is a thriving business in Kamloops, providing an empowering and fun way for women aged 13 to 60 to build strength and confidence. Owner Angela Veltri took over the business in 2011,

saving it from closure. “I just love what Kix 4 Chix stands for,” says Veltri. “It empowers women to be stronger, not necessarily lose weight. It’s great to leave your day at the door, allow yourself to hit something and not feel guilty about it.”

Veltri’s work at Kix 4 Chix earned her the Kamloops Chamber of Commerce’s Young Entrepreneur of the Year award in 2014. In addition to fitness coaching, Veltri

is active in the Kamloops community, committing time to fundraising and working with non-profits such as the Elizabeth Fry Society.

“Ms. Veltri provides a wonderful example to women of all ages in our city and across our province,” says Terry Lake, MLA for Kamloops-North Thompson.

“Her commitment to the physical and emotional strength of women through her kickboxing programs is inspiring, and she serves as an

Another glorious summer of family theatre

Project X Theatre has announced it’s 10th Anniversa- atrical academic debate of all time – who was William ry X Fest of family theatre in Prince Charles Park with Shakespeare and did he really write all those plays? two adventurous plays.

The Shakespeare Show takes an irProject X Theatre The Merry Adventures of Robin Hood, a reverent look at the number one canAuditions for X lively adaptation about the infamous outdidate - The Earl of Oxford, who, Fest 2015 on April law who steals from the rich to give to the like one of his own tragic heroes, sets 4. Interested actors poor, will see Prince Charles Park transhis own tragedy in motion by using must send a headshot Shakespeare, the boy who holds the form into the heart of Sherwood Forest. and resume to info@ The nasty Sherriff of Nottingham is at horses outside the theatre, as a ‘front’ projectxtheatre.ca by it again, taking anything and everything for his playwriting ventures. The reMarch 20 by 5pm. he pleases and it’s Robin and his band of sult? A “relentlessly clever, actionActors must either merry men to the rescue. A fun and fast packed and intellectually satisfying” have experience or be paced story about the pursuit of justice for adventure complete with puppets, comfortable learning all, with enough laughter and merriment, songs, satire and swordfights! Directstage combat and archery and sword fighting to delight both ed by Melissa Thomas. swordplay. the young and the young at heart.

X Fest 2015 will run in Prince The Shakespeare Show, a delightful Charles Park from July 13 to August romp for both the Shakespeare novice and aficionado 1. Tickets will be on sale May 1 at Kamloops Live! alike, this hilarious play is born from the greatest the- Box Office.

example of the very best of the entrepreneurial spirit here in British Columbia.”

In 2013, women accounted for almost 38 per cent of self-employed people in BC, above the national average of 36.3 per cent. In support of women entrepreneurs, the Premier’s Women’s Economic Council was created in 2014. The council provides advice on ways to remove obstacles for entrepreneurial women.

Backyard tour - continued from front with a rich history and an influential career that has spanned decades and generations.

When he plays at the Interior Savings Center on March 14, be sure to join the ranks of loyal fans that keep coming out to see one of the most entertaining musicians in the world. Remember to bring everyone in the family, because true rock and roll spans generations and holds no grudge for age and appeal.

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Grade 6 student, Tristyn from Mr. Clare’s class proudly shows off his artwork displayed at the Exposure Photography’s gallery on Friday, March 6. The RLC Elementary students had a blast during their one-night art show in downtown Kamloops. The kids raised $1,516 with the sale of their art. Way to go!

Responsible gambling week BCLC and the Province of British Columbia, in cooperation with the City of Kamloops, Gateway Casinos and Chances Kamloops, have partnered for Responsible Gambling Awareness Week for the third year in a row. The week engages the whole community in activities aimed at raising awareness of responsible gambling practices and the resources available to address problem gambling, March 8 to 14.

Kamloops is one of five communities hosting a Responsible Gambling Awareness Week.

“At BCLC we want to ensure all our customers are having fun, and that gambling remains a safe and enjoyable activ-

ity,” said BCLC interim president and CEO, Jim Lightbody. “That is why we are here in the community to support our players so they can make informed choices by offering an opportunity to learn and understand how our games work and how to play responsibly.”

BCLC and the Province’s Gaming Policy and Enforcement Branch trained local volunteers who will staff a myth-busting kiosk at various venues throughout the week including Thompson Rivers University, Kamloops Food Bank and the Interior Savings Centre for a Blazers game.

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XploreSportz Spring Break Camps Participants aged seven to 12 get to spend the day learning traditional and non-traditional sports that are led by certified coaches as well as a recreational swim. With an emphasis on Olympic values, the campers have fun and learn about the importance of sport and physical activity. Two nut-free snacks each day, a prize and

a camp t-shirt are provided.

PacificSport Interior BC has partnered with Triathlon BC and Kamloops Triathlon Club offering “Fun with Run, Bike, Swim”.

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Young professionals invest in youth projects GenNext is a young professional volunteer organization facilitated by United Way. In 2014 they raised over $6,000 through fundraising events such as a sold-out Pop-up Picnic at Harper’s Trail Winery and their second annual Foot Golf Tournament, which they then invested into the Youth Initiative Grants (YIG).

The Youth Initiative Grants allow youth 25 and under to have the chance to receive a grant of up to $1,500 for their own youth-led community project.

Five members of GenNext, including young professionals working in the real estate, tourism, technology and non-profit industries in Kam-

loops, reviewed grant applications and made all granting decisions.

To learn more about GenNext visit their website at www.gennextkamloops.com or their Facebook page at www.facebook.com/ gennext.kamloops. GenNext has set a fundraising goal of $10,000 for 2015.

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What will you and your children be doing for spring break?

The weather is warmer and the snow is out of reach high atop the mountains. Chances are you’ll be at the park and maybe even on the water, but if you and your family are looking for a bit of artistic creativity and still maintain a quality level of education, then join the Kamloops Art Gallery for their Spring Break Art Camps.

From March 16 to 20 and March 23 to 25 there will be an exciting array of things to do at the Kamloops Art Gallery.

Emily Hope, Education and Public Programs coordinator promises that the Spring Break Art Camps will be educational as well as artistic as there will be something for everyone on spring break.

Children have the option of many different artistic workshops and there are two age groups available during the break. Children can enroll for

the whole week, giving them an opportunity to learn and create all types of different art forms, or they can choose just the days that interest them.

Now there are many different art forms and the Kamloops Art Gallery will be offering five principles that can be easily learned by children and adults of all ages.

On Monday, children will experiment with two different kinds of relief printmaking, including making a collograph, which is similar to collage.

Tuesday will offer book and zine-making, an interesting way to make books and magazines.

Wednesday you’ll be making sculptures out of quick dry clay!

Thursday the children can create their own character in costumes and alter egos, where kids will get to create their own mask and paint a backdrop for a photo op!

Friday will be for the classic art form of painting and drawing. There will also be a collab-

orative painting that all students will take part in.

The most popular of these workshops will be offered again the following week for those children who missed out due to full registration. Book and zinemaking on Monday, sculpture on Tuesday and costumes and alteregos on Wednesday.

All of these classes will be available for two age groups and different times of the day. So if you’re child is between the ages of four and six, or seven and twelve this could definitely make for a great spring break with plenty of activities for everyone.

There are a lot of fun and exciting activities during the spring break and the Kamloops Art Gallery should definitely be on your list of fun things to do. If you and your family have a passion for art contact the Kamloops Art Gallery at 250-377-2400 and visit anytime at 465 Victoria Street or online at kag.bc.ca.

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BC Early Years Centre launched in Kamloops Parents of young children in Kamloops now have access to a range of early learning, health and family services in one convenient location.

A new BC Early Years Centre has opened at 150 Wood Street to support families with children up to age six.

Hosted by the John Tod Centre – YMCA-YWCA, the centre offers a number of programs, services and supports including: Interactive Play and Learn Drop-In program for families and child-care providers and the Toy Lending and Resource Library.

The BC Early Years Centre in Kamloops is one of 14 new centres across the province. The chosen

sites are in a diverse mix of urban, rural and Aboriginal communities, and will build on existing local community resources to enhance services for families. Each centre will receive $52,000 from the Provincial Office for the Early Years for this fiscal year as part of a $5.5 million investment over three years.

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CFBX Record Fair returning

On Sunday, May 3, CFBX - Campus/Community Radio in Kamloops will be hosting their seventh annual record fair. Sellers will have dozens and dozens of tables full of vinyl records, compact discs, used stereo equipment, used musical instruments, music memorabilia and other music-related merchandise. Taking place at the Halloween Store location at Sahali Centre Mall, the record fair will have a wide selection of music for sale of all styles and eras.

There will be hundreds of door prizes and lots of free parking. To book a table or for more information, email radio@tru.ca or call 250-377-3988.

Kamloops Youth Career Fest The Your Tomorrow Career Fest is a great upcoming event for youth aged 15 to 30 to get a kick start in seeking employment, training and assistance in developing their work search and employability skills.

Over the past couple of months there has been a dedicated group of professionals and youth working hard to bring a vision; where youth will be able have a strong start in achieving their career dreams and goals. Many organizations have been contacted directly and are currently working on filling the Interior Community Savings Centre’s Parkside Lounge with vendors who are passionate about providing meaningful career opportunities for youth in Kamloops.

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mloops for January 2015 was 10.2 per cent. Work for youth is difficult to find and many are forced to move to find meaningful employment. In order for Kamloops to thrive into the future, opportunities need to be provided for our young professionals to find work locally.

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The last request Two Irishmen, Patrick Murphy and Shawn O’Brian grew up together and were lifelong friends.

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