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Message of hope at TRU’s International Days In honour of Thompson River visual arts.

University’s multicultural commuKathy Sinclair, Executive Direcnity, International Days is an annual tor of the Kamloops Arts Council, celebration of unique and varied recently spoke at TRU regarding global interests and practises.

Sustainability and the arts. In a semIDays 2017 is focusing on the 17 inar called “EARTH without ART Sustainable Development Goals is just EH,” Kathy said, “Arts make (SDGs) sanctioned by the ten prinlife worth living, and are integral to ciples of the United Nations Global our world.”

Compact, which strives to operate In regards to sustaining mental globally in ways that meet “fundaand physical wellness, arts and mental responsibilities in the areas culture has a place. Art is healing; of human rights, labour, environit strengthens and shapes our lives ment and anti-corruption.” and our bonds with others. “Art and The Sustainability goal set within storytelling becomes increasingly IDays is to educate and inspire peoimportant in times of oppressive ple to create necessary change that political climates—1984, Brave ensures a brighter future by 2030.

New World and The Handmaid’s Though the event covers global Tale are remerging in popularity,” sustainability issues, local solutions Kathy noted. will be on the agenda. To better Kamloops Arts Council Executive Director Kathy Sinclair speaking at TRU. As part of the City of Kamloops’ connect with participants, broaden Sustainability plan, the arts contintheir reach and help facilitate change, event organizers are striving to ue to grow through the Cultural Strategic Plan. The City of Kamloops share goals that directly influence the Kamloops region. generously supports arts and culture through funding initiatives. DownThe mission behind this year’s event is to push for a positive town spaces like the Sagebrush Theatre, Old Courthouse Cultural Centre, approach—hope, and the ripple effect of sustainability. Ultimately, if and the Kamloops Museum & Archives continue to thrive and support IDays participants follow the festivities with pledges to improve per- the local art, history and theatre scene. sonal practices that strengthen SDGs and commit to community causes, The Kamloops Museum & Archives continues to collaborate closely the event has truly been a success. with Tk’emlúps te Secwépemc staff in regards to exhibits and artifacts CBC broadcasting personality George Stroumboulopoulos will host with First Nations significance. The city is also working to maintain the “A Conversation on Global Change”. SDGs will be explored through historical buildings registry, ensuring Heritage recognition for over 100 an impressive panel of experts: Fabien Cousteau, Aquanaut, ocean con- properties across Kamloops. servationist, and documentary filmmaker; Kim Katrin Milan, writer, Join in on the conversation, take a pledge, do your part, think globally multidisciplinary artist, activist, consultant, and educator; Tom Rand and act locally.

Canadian climate change expert and clean-technology venture capitalist.

IDays will be offering events at TRU from March 7 – 10. For more Cousteau will also be speaking at a separate engagement “One Ocean, information about the IDays festivities refer to tru.ca/idays One People” on Monday, March 6 at 7pm.

For more information on The Sustainable Kamloops Plan, kamloops.

IDays features a vast offering of seminars, exhibitions and workshops. ca/sustainable/index.shtml Look forward to international cuisine, storytelling, drumming and Alicia Ashcroft, Freelance

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Kamloops Immigrant Services and a team of students from Thompson Rivers University’s School of Social-Work and Human Services would like to invite Community Members to participate in the annual Walk to Embrace Cultural Diversity. The event will feature prominent community guest speakers, free ethnic foods, cultural performances and kids activities on Tuesday March 21, from 11:30am - 2:00pm The event will begin at the Wilson House, home of North Shore Business Improvement Association (115 Tranquille Rd) and end at Kamloops Immigrant Services (448 Tranquille Rd) with an open house.

The event marks the United Nations (UN) International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination. It is in remembrance of the tragic outcome of a peaceful demonstration on March 21, 1960, against apartheid “pass laws”. South African police opened fire at the demonstration and killed sixty-nine protesters at the Sharpeville Massacre.

Another successful Pro-D Day Camp at 4 Cats Art Studio.

Funding from Rick Hansen Foundation to be used on Grasslands Loop The City of Kamloops is pleased to announce it has received a $30,000 funding grant through the Rick Hansen Foundation’s Access4All Program, a Canada 150 Signature Initiative aimed at breaking down barriers for people living with disabilities. With the participation of the Government of Canada, this grant will support Kamloops in its Barrier Buster Project: Grasslands Loop Accessible Trail, which is located in the Peterson Creek Nature Park.

The Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Services Department will be working with a contractor to redesign the existing Grasslands Loop with the goal of making it more accessible for those in wheelchairs

or with mobility issues.

The Barrier Buster Project will begin in May 2017. The parks crews and contractor will convert the existing single-track, dirt/gravel path into an accessible path. The trail will be reconfigured by widening, flattening, and solidifying the road, with construction taking approximately two weeks to complete.

Mayor Peter Milobar is proud to see the Barrier Buster Project contributing to making Kamloops more accessible. He said, “with support from the Government of Canada and the Rick Hansen Foundation, the City of Kamloops wants to help ensure that every individual has the opportunity to realize their full potential, and it begins with creat-

2017 BC Culture Days Ambassadors wanted Do you know a BC artist (or yourself) that might be interested in applying to be a 2017 Culture Days Ambassador BC Culture Days invites all BC artists to apply and winners will receive $1,000 towards community activation and production of a Culture Days activity!

The Culture Days Ambassador acts as a spokesperson for BC

Culture Days and as a community mobilizer throughout the summer leading up to the Culture Days weekend which runs September 29 to October 1, 2017.

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ing inclusive and accessible communities all across our nation. We are proud to be part of the Canada 150 Access4All Program, and the Grasslands Loop Accessible Trail will play an important role in building a world without barriers. We would like to thank our community for their ongoing support in realizing this vision.”

Similarly, Cathy McLeod, Member of Parliament for the Kamloops-Thompson-Cariboo, praised the project, saying “Kamloops is such a beautiful community with so many trails to enjoy. This funding will remove barriers and create opportunities for everyone to enjoy the Grasslands Loop in Peterson Creek Park.”

Library Hosts Read-In to Support Freedom The TNRD Library System is from 3 to 6 p.m. Readers are marking Freedom to Read Week, urged to bring their favourite which takes place this year from banned book or borrow one February 26 to March 4, with from the Library, and read for a Read-In at the Kamloops 15 minutes (or more) to show Library. Organized by the support for those who fight for Book and Periodical Council, intellectual freedom. Examples Freedom to Read Week is an of banned and challenged books annual event that encourages can be found at www.freedomCanadians to think about and toread.ca/challenged-works/, reaffirm their commitment to readers who sign in will be intellectual freedom, which is entered into a prize draw. guaranteed to them under the This is a drop-in event and no Charter of Rights and Freedoms. registration is needed. For more To mark the occasion, the information contact the Adult Kamloops Library is hosting a Services Team at questions@ Read-In on Thursday, March 2, tnrd.ca or call 250-372-5145.

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Dwight Gunnlaugson In celebration of Canada’s 150 birthday these gorgeous beaver heads were created by Elizabeth Pattie. She is an emerging painter and sculptor working in Kamloops as tour guide and instructor for the Kamloops Art Gallery. The KMA beavers will be appearing throughout the city at Canada150 events. Follow along at #KAM150 or visit kamloops150.com/. Posing is Keely Bland, museum educator and Julia Cyr, museum supervisor.

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New Photo-Kamloops partnership through Tourism Kamloops Tourism Kamloops has initiated an exciting new program, called Photo-Kamloops, which makes the work of local photographers available to anyone looking for high quality photos of the city and region. Tourism Kamloops has connected with a number of local photographers, selected a collection of breathtaking images and negotiated great rates on their work. The images are inventoried in Barberstock and available for purchase through Tourism Kamloops.

Photo-Kamloops has launched with 13 local photographers and over 200 of their best photos. Marketers can access pictures of local sports, events, landscapes, attractions and outdoor experiences all shot in the Kamloops area.

“We frequently receive requests for photos from all over the region,” says Monica Dickinson, Director of Industry Relations

and Communications, Tourism Kamloops, Photo-Kamloops provides access to quality photography that can be used for annual reports, presentations, web sites, social media, marketing collateral and the like.

Photo-Kamloops allows Tourism Kamloops to highlight the importance of innovation in the tourism space. “Innovation is one of our key strategic platforms. By providing marketers with the tools to promote our city, we are helping to deliver our promise to showcase Kamloops in exciting and dynamic ways to our potential visitors,” explains Beverly DeSantis, Tourism Kamloops CEO. People looking to access the PhotoKamloops database can submit a request to http://www.tourismkamloops.com/ images-and-photos-of-kamloops

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2017 Tourism Kamloops Hospitality Awards Winners The 1st Annual Tourism gram. The response for finalists and finally a winner Hospitality Awards are as folKamloops Hospitality nominations and reception in each category. lows: Top Scorer in Tourism Awards presented by the attendance speaks to the “The event is a true reflec- Services – Terri Axani, Kamloops Blazers were a desire and interest for this tion of Kamloops’ out- DiVine Tours; Attraction huge success! Over 150 type of industry recogni- standing hospitality and Services Leader – Brett people were in attendance tion,” said Beverley DeSantis, encourages all service provid- McLeod, BC Wildlife Park; in the Parkside Lounge at Tourism Kamloops CEO. ers and community ambassa- Most Valuable Player in Sandman Centre as winners Nominations were gathered dors to deliver exceptional Food & Beverage Services were announced in four cat- over a two-week period in experiences every time.” says – Claudio Klarich, Citrus egories from a pool of 34 January. An appointed selec- Missy Cederholm, Ticketing Restaurant/DoubleTree Hotel unique nominations! tion committee comprised and Promotions Coordinator by Hilton; Accommodation “We are ecstatic with the of local hospitality leaders for the Kamloops Blazers.

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Tips for hopping into spring safely

Hey there Downtown Kamloops! While to worry about them! spring is headed towards us faster than a hopThe final tip is to always be aware of your ping bunny, more and more people are hitsurroundings. With all those sales that we ting the vibrant streets of Downtown to see mentioned before, coupled with many busy what we have to offer! With shoppers lining schedules, can force us to multi task and up for sale after sale, the CAP team would potentially be overwhelmed in our day to day like to give out a few general tips in regards activities. Since Downtown streets and parkto applying safety for wherever your travels ing lots can be filled with shoppers, know that may take you. you are always acting safe when being privy For starters, the simplest and easiest soluto traffic and pedestrians around you. tions are the best. Make sure your vehicles CAP COMMENTS Downtown is a large area, so if we all do Jonathan George our part and stay aware, then that should keep doors are locked up tight. Even if you do not think you are going into a shop for very long, accidents to a bare minimum. Of course if sometimes those deals grab hold and that list for dinner is you have any questions related to Downtown, the CAP now long enough for five dinners! You want to make sure Team would always love to help. In conclusion, the CAP to always secure your belongings while you are gone. team looks forward to the warm weather and warmer The second tip is to make sure you do not have smiles to be had in Downtown Kamloops! any valuables in your vehicle that are in plain sight to Jonathan George, Customer Care and Patrol Team passersby. In the summer months, RCMP volunteers (CAP). Reach us at 250-572-3008/3009 or the Informago around to vehicles and make sure people secure tion Kiosk at 250-572-3017. Email capteam@kcbia.com. their belongings and “Lock out Auto Crime!” Throw Follow us on Facebook (Downtownkamloops) and Twitthose valuables in the glove box and you will not need ter (@downtownkamloops) too!

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Studying, suffering, waitressing and wandering Ever feel like you’re drowning in A fellow writer said, “Well, she’s not going to write about the crappy jobs. your workload? When I feel like I can’t She’ll skip that.” “Well I won’t skip take another project, assignment or task, I remind myself about my workdays that,” I spouted indignantly. “I will write of yore: long, taxing and wholly exclusively about all the degrading, low unsatisfying. paying jobs I’ve had, because people The consolation of menial labour was should know just how long that road can that my mind could wander without be”. My shoulders slumped: “That’s if… affecting the tasks at hand. My mind you know, anything fabulous ever comes PERFECTLY was a loom, weaving a tapestry of crazy of me.”

FABULOUS thoughts and pop culture references. I Anecdotes about Ephron’s early days as Alicia Ashcroft really should invent a machine that a journalist are not encouraging. I want transcribes my thoughts into print. Or to hear about the struggles of extremely really, while I’m out there inventing mind-reading successful people. Brad Pitt in the fast food chicken machines, why not install editing capabilities? suit, before the rambling Chanel # 5 ads and the fifty Something to cut through all the nonsensical imag- children he acquired with Angelina Jolie. Madonna inings, comma splices and sentence fragments, at Dunkin Donuts, before the Gollum arms and as which, believe me, there is an abundance of them. many fashion incarnations as Brad Pitt has kids.

Let’s be honest, I’m not really the inventing type.

Channing Tatum as a struggling stripper because…

As a child, I had this scrapbook that documented who wouldn’t be into that? each school year. At the bottom of each page where My personal favourite, tied with Whoopi Goldyou put your yearly photo was a ‘what I want to be berg as a beautician in a mortuary, was Rod Stewart when I grow up’ checklist: Secretary, Stewardess, as a gravedigger. Come on! How do you not feel and Actress. Check, check, check. better about your station in life after hearing that?

(Bare in mind, this was the early-to-mid 80’s, Imagine Stewart, shovel in hand, feeling the indighence the sexist job options—housewife and lady nity of such a crappy job…do you think he thought astronaut were also on the menu). To think of it to himself: “One day, I’m going to have a string of now, the crippling indecisiveness of wanting to do gorgeous wives and make a ton of cash, be an easy ‘everything’ has led to a whole lot of studying, suf- listening radio staple and have children well into my fering, waitressing and wandering. seventies…and my hair will always be awesome”.

When I was amid the minimum wage slog, I read Probably not…he probably did it because he needa slew of Nora Ephron books. I was mildly annoyed ed the work, needed the cash, and couldn’t see the at the Wellesley graduate’s idea of a ‘before-success’ bright lights of his super sexy future. Take these job. Writing for the Post in New York City and thoughts as if they are a cozy blanket and wrap that working as a White House intern for the Kennedy around you. It too could happen to you, but it better happen to me first.

Administration is not too shabby Nora.

The Hundred Acre Wood Comes to Life at WCT Western Canada Theatre is excited to present The House at Pooh Corner, AA Milne’s classic tale of friendship and love on March 4 and 11 at the Pavilion Theatre. This delightful show will be particularly magical for children ages 3 to 8.

“The beloved stories of Christopher Robin and his best friend Winnie-the-Pooh have lived in the hearts of children, and those adults

who used be, for over 90 years now.” says Director Heather Cant, “I am so excited to bring a new generation of kids inside the 100 Acre Wood and, with the help of some stunning puppets, take them adventuring with Tigger, Kanga and Roo, Eeyore and Rabbit, Owl, Piglet, and of course, their old friend Pooh Bear.”

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The House at Pooh Corner, March 4 and 11, 1pm and 4pm, at the Pavilion Theatre. Tickets at Kamloops Live! Box Office: www.kamloopslive.com or 250-374-5483. For more information: www.wctlive.ca.

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Looking for original, affordable artwork? Be sure to visit the Kamloops Arts Council’s Art Exposed Regional Exhibition March 3-11, at the Old Courthouse Cultural Centre (7 Seymour Street W) The exhibit kicks off Friday, March 3 with an Opening Reception from 5-8pm (presentations at 6:30), featuring wine tastings by Monte Creek Ranch Winery.

“We’ll have dozens of paintings, sculpture, and even fiber art for sale by artists of all ages, from emerging and established,” said Kathy Sinclair, Kamloops Arts Council Executive Director. “This is a great chance spruce up your home or office and support local artists at the same time.”

Art Exposed features works by more than 140 area artists, from youth to senior. Unique to the TNRD, Art Exposed is open; area residents have been invited to submit artwork in any medium - 2D and 3D. Work will be displayed at the Kamloops Old Courthouse for the duration of the exhibit. $700 in cash prizes will be awarded at the Opening Reception. This year’s jurors are visual artist Wendy Weseen, local artist Christine Beaton and Logan Lake artist Trish Armstrong-Gibson.

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The 21st Annual Kamloops Film Festival begins next Thursday!

The #KFF2017 Committee is hosting you, your friends, family certain that Kamloopsians will be and other filmgoers. thrilled with the film lineup - and Get your tickets today. Tickets equally as excited about the amaz- are now on sale at MovieMart, ing events planned and the special TRUSU, and online. Passes are guests that will be in attendance. still only available online. See There will be highlights of the our http://www.kamloopsfilmfest. spectacular industry guests, who ca/tickets/ for more information. will be taking part in Q&As after Our social media game is even their films; KFF discussions of the more on point. Connect with us: steeping, wineing, brewing variety; @KamFilmFest Facebook flickr and even the parties and specialty Instagram YouTube Look for us events. The KFF looks forward to on Snapchat: loopsfilmfest

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On March 21, 2017 there will be a workshop addressing the challenges of living with Multiple Sclerosis. It will be held at the Kamloops Alliance Church at 200 Leigh Road.

This free workshop, part of the North American Education Program, is for anyone living with MS, family, friends, caregivers and health care professionals. Cea Winter, counselor, and Heidi von Schoening, kinesiologist, will discuss coping strategies and activities in helping build resilience.

Pre-registration is required. Please register by March15th by calling Sherry Wezner at 1-800-268-7582 extension 7299 or e-mail sherry.wezner@mssociety.ca

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Nominees selected for Kamloops Sports Council 27th Annual Athletic Awards In 1990 the Kamloops Sports Council held their first official meeting; the groundwork began for a unified sport advocacy group to promote communication, development, education and participation of sport in the greater Kamloops area. The Athletic Awards have been awarded annually since 1990 in conjunction with the Kamloops Sports Hall of Fame Banquet, which will be held this year on Saturday, April 8 at the Coast Hotel and Conference Centre.

This year’s guest speaker will be Canadian Olympic Swimmer Ryan Cochrane. A two time Olympic medalist in the 1500m Freestyle at the 2008 Beijing (Bronze) and 2012 London (Silver) Olympics. Ryan grew up in Victoria, BC and continues to represent Canada in swimming, most recently at the 2016 Rio Olympics where he was the Canadian Swim Team Captain.

The nominees for the 27th Annual Athletic Awards, in eight categories with three finalists being recognized at the Banquet, are as follows: Female Athlete of the Year Megan Dalke, Swimming;

Luliia Pakhomenko, Volleyball; Sophie Ogilvie, Triathlon.

Male Athlete of the Year - Josh Wolfram, Basketball; Colin Gilbert, Swimming; Patrick Waters, Para-swimming.

Master Athlete of the Year Margaret Rhebergen, Track and Field; Mira Singh, Crossfit.

Coach of the Year - Brad Dalke, Swimming; Sara Sellmer, Equestrian; Scott Clark, Basketball. Team of the Year - TRU Men’s Basketball, Basketball; Peewee AAA Kamloops Riverdogs, Baseball; Kamloops Blue Broncos, Football; Sport Person of the Year - Norm Daley and Jon Pankuch, IIHF Women’s Worlds; Jim Rose, Hockey Day in Canada; Kara Wright, Triathlon.

International Excellence Connor Ingram, Hockey; Steve Seibel, Basketball; Darren Maywood, Classic Bodybuilding. University Award - Tyler Hodder, Baseball; Dylana Milobar, Swimming; Jacob Bigham, Football.

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Maureen Hove’s body of work titled, “Drawing From the World Around Me” created over many years will be on display at the Old Courthouse Gallery and Gift Shop for the month of March. Open 10am to 5pm Tuesday to Saturday, there is free parking available as well as handicap access. Visit kamloopscourthousegallery.ca for more information.

Thompson Valley R/C Race Club geared up for upcoming Championship The Thompson Valley R/C Race Club is proud to present its leg of the Western Canadian Indoor Championship Series Race to take place at the Tournament Capital Centre, March 3rd to 5th. Over the weekend, various classes of Radio Controlled Cars, both 1/10th and 1/12th Scale will be raced on a 36’x 80’ Carpet Track layout reaching speeds of up to 60KM/H, you won’t want to miss this event!

The Western Canadian Indoor Championship Series (WCICS) is an Indoor Carpet Race Series that has been growing for over 25 years and now consists of races in 8 Cities across Western Canada; Saskatoon, Penticton, Airdrie, Edmonton, Victoria, Regina, Kamloops and the final to take place in Calgary. With over 1400 Registrants each year it is the largest RC Carpet Race Series in the world. Dedicated Sponsors and the countless hours of volunteer work are what help to keep this series alive and Kamloops having been a part of this series

for the last 4 years is not only exciting but an honour.

The Thompson Valley R/C Race club is a non-profit group based out of Kamloops that races various classes of radio-controlled cars. In the winter months races are On-Road at the OLPH School Gymnasium and in the spring participants move outdoors to our Off-Road Track located behind Valleyview Arena, where we hit the jumps and tabletops for some hi-flying action with our Trucks and Buggies.

Set up and Sign Up for the race will take place at TCC on Friday, March 3rd. Racing action will get under way on Saturday and go from 10:00am to 6:00pm and Sunday from 9:00am to 3:00pm. Times may change due to number of registrants.

Spectators are encouraged to attend. FMI or to sign up please visit the website: thompsonvalleyrc.com or contact Brent at 250-320-1957. You can also visit the wcics.ca website for more info.

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■■ Art Exposed Regional Exhibition: View + buy local art from more than 140 TNRD artists March 3-11, Old Courthouse Cultural Centre, 7 Seymour Street W, Opening Reception - all welcome: Fri, Mar 3, 5-8pm ■■ WCT at the Pavillion Theatre – The House at Pooh Corner Mar 4 & 11, for tickets visit kamloopslive.com ■■ Freedom to Read Week - Feb 26 - Mar 4, Kamloops Library is hosting a Read-In on Thursday, March 2, 3-6 pm. Readers are urged to bring their favourite banned book or borrow one from the Library, and read for 15 minutes or more to show support for those who fight for intellectual freedom. FMI contact the Adult Services Team: questions@tnrd. ca; 250.372.5145 ■■ The Richard Dickens Memorial Scholarship Concert – Thurs Mar 2 at 7pm at the Southwest Community Church, 700 Hugh Allan Dr. FMI or to order tickets, contact Loren at kamloopscommunityband@hotmail.com ■■ Nature’s Fare “Wellness Day” on Mar. 4. Meet wellness experts and receive discounts.

1350 Summit Dr. ■■ Kamloops Old Time Fiddlers Dance on Sat. Mar. 4 from 7:30 to 10pm at Heritage House, 100 Lorne St. Everyone welcome. FMI and tickets call 250-376-2330.

■■ Kamloops’ #ThrowbackThursday Mar. 9 Kamloops Burlesque at Blue Grotto (319 Victoria St) is a 19+ showcase with special guest, Neil E. Dee! Tickets available at Instinct Adornment or online at www.KamTix.ca. Arrive

by 9pm for VIP tickets that give you exclusive floor seating and a chance to win more draw prizes!

Doors open at 8pm, show starts at 9:30pm. Dress up in your #TBT best for a chance at winning some delectably decadent Caduceus Chocolates!

■■ REEL Paddling Film Festival on Mar.11 at the TRU Clock Tower Theatre at 6pm. Doors open 5:30pm. Showcasing the world’s best paddling films from 2016.

FMI call Wendy at 587-222-5529 or email milliganwe@gmail.com ■■ Public Forum on Medical Assistance in Dying - Sat, Mar. 11, 1-4pm at Kamloops United Church, 421 St Paul St. FMI 250372-3020, or visit www.kamloopsunited.ca ■■ Whole Food Plant Based Nutrition Group - meets last Tuesday of every month (Feb 28 next meeting); The Royal LePage Kamloops Realty; 322 Seymour St) 7-9pm Free drop-in. Guest Speaker, Karina Inkster. FMI Christine Lucas 250-374-4455 ■■ The Kamloops Blazers Hockey Camp Registration for Aug. 14 to 18, is open to boys and girls FMI and to register visit www. blazerhockey.com.

■■ Social Ballroom Dancing for terrified beginners to experienced dancers in the Dogwood Room, Cottonwood Manor, 730 Cottonwood Ave. on Thursdays. Lesson at 6:30pm.

Dance 7 to 9pm. Drop-in fee. FMI contact Dance With Me Kamloops at 250-377-3743 or dancewithmekamloops.com.

■■ The Kamloops Family History Society Meeting on fourth Thursday of each month from 7 to 9pm. (September to May, except

UJAMMA - starting March 17 there will be a Community Drum Circle Family Event at Room 204, in Lansdowne Village. This will be a monthly event running from 5:50 - 7:30pm. For a small fee learn drum skills, and have some drum fun. To register go to Kamloops Drum Connection Facebook, see Events Post/Registration List; text 250-318-0963; or email djembedjango@hotmail.com Photo submitted by Raven, Director of Kamloops Drum Connection

December) Heritage House, Riverside Park. meetings FMI contact Connie at 250-852-3218 ■■ Kamloops Kidney Support Group meets at 10am on the second Sat. every month at Romeo’s Kitchen, 1250 Rogers Way. Chat about anything that is kidneyrelated, whether you may be predialysis or on dialysis, a kidney donor or a recipient, or anything in between. FMI call Edna at 250376-6361, Dorothy at 250-5732988 or Margaret at 250-819-3135.

■■ Drink and Draw on second Wed. of each month from 6 to 8pm at Red Collar Brewing, 355 Lansdowne St. Minors welcome

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■■ Volunteers Needed at the RIH Thrift Seller. Put your great customer service skills to a good cause. FMI stop by 146 Victoria St. or call 250-374-0487.

■■ Kamloops Power Choir meets Thursdays, 7 to 8pm. All ages and levels welcome. Lansdowne Village (unit #204 - 450 Lansdowne St.) FMI call 250-299-1203 or visit www.kamloopspowerchoir.com.

■■ Ping Pong-Table Tennis at Desert Gardens Community Center, 540 Seymour St. on Tuesdays at 7pm and Thursdays at 12:30pm.

Drop in fee. FMI 250-372-3965.

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ECHO STARGAZER

DEAR PISCES: (Feb. 20 - Mar. 20) Romance and dreams highlight all things Pisces leaving you ready to say yes to love. A boost of energy in your astro-sector of personal finances has you buckling down and cleaning up a recent mess.

DEAR ARIES: (Mar. 21 - April 20) A new beginning or turning point in love arrives just in time to boost your confidence and widen your smile. Change is in the air and it begins with you. Say hello to that cute outfit on sale.

DEAR TAURUS: (Apr. 21 - May 21) A low energy week has you contemplating lessons from the past. Take a break and pamper yourself. You’ll be up and running again by the weekend.

DEAR GEMINI: (May 22 - June 21) A buildup of energy in your astro-sector of social adventures has you hitting the networking button and seeing what rewards is hiding with your friends. Romantic energies provide a lovely boost to your career.

DEAR CANCER: (June 22 - July 22) Conflict still lurks at work but you now have the energy to fight back. Don’t go overboard with demands but make sure your ideas are acknowledged. Love favours a public appearance.

DEAR LEO: (July 23 - Aug 22) Joint finances return greater rewards than expected but you should still double check the fine print. Love encourages you to explore new shores and expand your horizons.

Forgotten dreams come true.

DEAR VIRGO: (Aug. 23 - Sept. 23) You’ll have more energy to help out a joint project that hit some bumps. Be a team player and lend a hand. A dreamy atmosphere stops in to bless your closest relationship.

DEAR LIBRA (Sept. 24 - Oct. 23) Love continues to entice with romantic overtures and this time you won’t be able to resist. Get out and have some fun. The chores will be there when you return.

DEAR SCORPIO: (Oct. 24 - Nov. 22) A softer approach to a creative project will step on fewer toes and fill your pockets faster than anticipated. Love is on the horizon but this week is all business.

Finish the job and you’ll have plenty of time to play.

DEAR SAGITTARIUS: (Nov. 23 -Dec. 21) If you’re looking for a new residence keep your eyes open because your dream home just might orbit into reach. A playful and romantic mood lifts your spirits.

It’s time for an adventure.

DEAR CAPRICORN: (Dec. 22 - Jan. 20) I know lately, it hasn’t been easy, as attacks seem to pop up from all sides. Stay focused.

There’s a restructuring happening behind the scenes that will provide you with an abundance of opportunities if you’re patient.

DEAR AQUARIUS: (Jan. 21 - Feb. 19) You haven’t exactly been shy lately but conflicts and resolutions have taken their toll on your energies. This week a fresh perspective arrives and encourages you to clean house and move on.

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

Love affair?

An 80 year old woman was arrested for shop lifting. When she went before the judge in Vancouver he asked her, “What did you steal?”

She replied, “A can of peaches.”

The judge then asked her why she had stolen the can of peaches and she replied that she was hungry.

The judge then asked her how many peaches were in the can. She replied 6.

The judge then said, “I will then give you 6 days in jail.”

Before the judge could actually pronounce the punishment, the woman’s husband spoke up and asked the judge if he could say something.

The judge said, “What is it?”

The husband said, “She also stole a can of peas.”

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Kamloops Film Festival

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KONELINE:

THE SPACE BETWEEN

OUR LAND BEAUTIFUL

OPENING NIGHT FILM

Q&A

Q&A

THE EYES OF MY MOTHER

DARKFEST

THURS., MAR. 2 | 7 P.M.

FRI., MAR. 3 | 6 P.M.

FRI., MAR. 3 | 9 P.M.

ODDBALL AND THE PENGUINS

ELLE

THE SUN AT MIDNIGHT

SAT., MAR. 4 | 12 P.M.

SAT., MAR. 4 | 3 P.M.

SAT., MAR. 4 | 7 P.M.

THE GIRL WITH ALL THE GIFTS

KISS

(THE POETIC PERSIAN EPIPHANY OF ROSIE MING)

Q&A

WINDOW HORSES

kissfest.ca

DARKFEST

SAT., MAR. 4 | 9 P.M.

SUN., MAR. 5 | 12 P.M.

SUN., MAR. 5 | 2 P.M.

I, DANIEL BLAKE

THE SALESMAN

ANGRY INDIAN GODDESSES

SUN., MAR. 5 | 5 P.M.

SUN., MAR. 5 | 8 P.M.

MON., MAR. 6 | 6 P.M.

MAUDIE

END OF THE WORLD

IT’S ONLY THE

MOONLIGHT

STEEPING DISCUSSION

MON., MAR. 6 | 8 P.M.

TUES., MAR. 7 | 6 P.M.

TUES., MAR. 7 | 9 P.M.

TONI ERDMANN

MEAN DREAMS

LAND OF MINE

BREWING DISCUSSION

WINEING DISCUSSION

WED., MAR. 8 | 6 P.M.

THURS., MAR. 9 | 6 P.M.

THURS., MAR. 9 | 9 P.M.

WEIRDOS

PATERSON

VILLE-MARIE AT THE

FRI., MAR. 10 | 7 P.M.

FRI., MAR. 10 | 9 P.M.

SAT., MAR. 11 | 12 P.M.

GRAND UNIFIED THEORY

20TH CENTURY WOMEN

2017 KAMLOOPS FILM FESTIVAL CLOSING PARTY

Q&A

SAT., MAR. 11 | 3 P.M.

CLOSING NIGHT FILM

SAT., MAR. 11 | 7 P.M.

GET YOUR TICKETS EARLY!

SAT., MAR. 11 | 9 P.M.

Paramount Theatre

2017 kamloopsfilmfest.ca

March 2-11

Advance passes are available exclusively online. Advance single tickets are available online and from Moviemart (444 St. Paul Street) and TRUSU (Campus Activity Centre at TRU). Fees apply when purchasing advance tickets online or at Moviemart. *Every attendee at a KFF screening must have a current Kamloops Film Society Membership ($2). The TRU UPASS acts as a membership for KFF screenings.