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Finding festive pleasure in the vine Are you a person devoted to luxury and pleasure, even to wanton excess? Then you need to do three things: revel in our fabulous area landscapes, try many different wines, perhaps even with the winemaker himself and then go and eat. This will be prove to be an easy task March 7 to 16 when the wine world will be in the Kamloops region with unique culinary experiences, excursions and extravaganzas that will shine the spotlight on all things of the vine. Over ten days, the Kamloops Wine Festival will feature wine tastings and pairings, gourmet dinners and educational discussion with proceeds supporting the Kamloops Art Gallery (KAG) and their initiatives. This is the gallery’s biggest spring fundraiser and is anticipated every year by those who love art and fine food and wine. The inaugural festival began in 1998 and is now in its 15th year, attracting industry names from around the world showcasing their wines as well as out of town guests eager for a destination weekend. Of course the event remains a favourite for locals alike. The festival presents a rare opportunity to meet owners, winemakers and representatives from BC wineries and around the globe. This is a collaboration between acclaimed local and regional members of a dynamic hospitality community that brings many special wine related events at restaurants in the area. Highlights include an outing to a Taste of the Shuswap Friday, March 8 at Jack Sams’s at Quaaout Lodge where an optional night stay package is available. Another unique setting for the festival is Black Iron Restaurant at Tobiano. On Saturday, March
The Kamloops Wine Festival will culminate all the splendors of wine from the workings of the industry to tastings and pairings. Oenophiles and novices alike can get their fill of winespeak March 7 to 16. Above, Daljit Sadhra and Lindy Baird, from TD Bank, clink glasses before tucking into their vino.
9, aficionados will delight in “Cucina Urban”. Fireside at the Plaza Hotel will host another smooth affair on Tuesday, March 12 and on Wednesday, March 13 the Commodore Grand Café and Lounge will be ready to please palettes. Thursday, March 21, Terra Restaurant will present a series of gastronomic delights that will leave your senses reeling. Savour excellent quality with a multi course dinner paired with wines from Fairview Cellars. The evening will feature proprietor, winemaker and storyteller extraordinaire Bill Eggert.
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All of these events are to be booked and prepaid directly with the restaurant. These are all licensed event and guests must be over 19 years of age to attend. The centrepiece of the weekend will be the everpopular Consumer Wine Tasting on Saturday, March 16 from 7:30pm to 10:00pm. The Coast Kamloops Hotel and Conference Centre has partnered with Kamloops Art Gallery to present this greatly anticipated and most spectacular events in the city. Come and enjoy a great party atmosphere with a live band and great nibbles – continued on page 2
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Vision & Learning We are pleased to announce that Dr. Donald Sanford has joined our practice. Dr. Sanford has been practicing optometry since graduating from Pacific University in 1981. New patients and referrals welcome!
Have you ever considered how much your child uses his or her eyes when in school? 80% of what we learn is through our eyes. Your optometrist can check your child’s eyes to see if they are efficient for learning. Important visual skills for learning include: visual acuity (ability to see clearly), fixation (ability to focus on a word and follow a line of print), accommodation (ability to adjust focus from far to near), binocular vision (ability to use the two eyes together efficiently), convergence, stereopsis, field of vision and perception. Visit Takahashi Optometry Centre before your child gets behind in school.
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Area film map unveiled
The Thompson-Nicola Regional District’s Film Commission is unveiling a new website: the TNRD Locations Movie Map (tnrdlocationsmoviemap.com), which showcases the various productions (film, TV, commercials, documentaries) that have filmed in the Regional District. The website features a Google Map of the Regional District with icons indicating where more than 100 projects across 250 locations were filmed. Visitors to the website can find out where a project was shot, information about cast and crew, view location photos, read a brief synopsis of the project and discover little-known facts about the making of projects. There are also links to movie databases and trailers.
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A group of outstanding firefighters were presented with Queen’s Jubilee Medals during a ceremony last week. Recognized for their notable service to the community are David Sakaki, Andy Philpot and Ryan Cail.
– continued from page 1 provided by the Coast Kamloops Inn and Conference Centre. “This is your opportunity to try some wines that may have never been tried before, also a chance to find some new favourites,” says Judy Basso, fundraising event coordinator with KAG. The event features British Columbia wines and also wines from all over the world. In fact, well over 100 wines will be available for taste samples that evening. Discover Wines, known for their selection of BC wine, local artisan foods, gift baskets, wine education and Wine Club will offer up exceptional prizes you can enter to win by visiting their exhibition booth at the Consumer Wine Tasting event. This spring the retailer will be opening up a Kamloops location at Columbia Square Mall. Tickets for the tasting event are $45 per person and are available at
the KAG, Prestons Restaurant in the Coast Kamloops Hotel. Wine festival rates are available until March 9 at the Coast Hotel for attendees. Pamper yourself with a stay in a newly renovated room that is a stones throw away and indulge in a salt water pool and hot tub. For either the experienced wine lover or the novice, this riotous festival festival has something to please every palate and and provides an unparalleled opportunity to enhance your knowledge with fruitful discussion. Why don’t you have another glass of wine before you go? Join your peers at this local symposia of the vine. It will truly be a memorable experience, if you can manage the self control to hold back, that is. Thankfully there is a bylaw that bans roosters in the city so the populous will not be woken too early in the morning. Jody Tippett
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A Big Birthday! On the last day of every month, Kamloops Lake City Casino, located at 540 Victoria Street, holds a birthday bash for their Encore members. They play games, have prizes, birthday cake and a continental breakfast exclusively for the bashers and their guest. On February 28 Helen Candino, celebrated her 102nd birthday at this special party.
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Food choices for Nutrition Month March is Nutrition Month - the perfect time to start thinking about how food choices can affect your health. Small changes can pay off big by reducing your risk, and your family’s risk, for obesity, diabetes, heart disease and cancer. Interior Health has a few simple tips to help you make healthier food choices. Plan weekly meals. Spend a few minutes before you shop and plan your meals for the week; it’s one of the best ways to save money and time. Once you know what meals you
are going to eat, you are ready to make a grocery shopping list. A shopping list not only keeps you on track, it can also help you make healthier choices. A list helps you avoid the temptation to buy heavily promoted processed foods which often are less nutritious. Grow some of your own food. Many of us have heard the saying “healthy eating begins at the grocery store.” While this is true it’s important to remember that healthy eating can also begin with a visit to your local farmers’ market, and
you can grow your own food as well. Eat your meals together. Mealtime is an excellent time to connect as a family. Make the most of meal times by turning off the TV, phones and other distracting electronics. Families who eat together are healthier and happier. Children who have meals with their families eat more vegetables and fruit. For more nutrition information: Contact a registered dietitian at HealthLink, healthlinkbc. ca/dietitian. or visit dietitians.ca.
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Chris Monteleone and Nick Cundari, Kamloops residents, have teamed up to take on The Amazing Race Canada. Their confidence is high with full expectations to dominate on every level. Sure to entertain, as best friends and business owners, they are prepared to do whatever it takes to ensure victory! Good luck guys!
Be fabulous and get your geek on! Join the Kamloops Burlesque Monthly Showcase at The Blue Grotto on March 14 for their We Heart Geeks Show! As always, the show is 19+. Tickets are $5 at the door and VIP tickets are $10 and are available at Instinct Adornment, 319 Victoria Street. VIP Tickets get you early entrance in to the show and exclusive floor seating. Doors for the show open at 8:00pm, with the show starting at 9:30pm. Dress up to win special prizes in the Best Dressed Contest! Get your geek on with the fabulous local performers: Miss Coco Creme, Gilda Lily, Lizzie Borden, Melvyn Felske, Coco’s Creme Puffs, The Chorus Girls, Kyleena Moon, OMFGTBHBRB and comedienne LadyLaff-A lot with music by
Emergency Happiness. The fantastic preshow includes a fashion show put on by the fabulous audience and photographed by RDC
Photography, as well as roving magic by Jack the Tripper! The Kamloops Burlesque Monthly Showcase is at the Blue
Grotto and is the second Thursday of every month. For those interested in performing visit facebook.com/kamloopsburlesque!
Concerts promote musicians at home
Singer-songwriter Jess Reimer is the featured artist for the 5th House Concert in this season’s HomeRoutes Series (homeroutes.ca). Her music is described as a mixture of alternative country, roots and bluegrass. The Winnipeg musican will be in Kamloops in mid-March for two performances. House Concerts have great benefits for both the performers and the members of the audience. Acoustic music and storytelling can be enjoyed by friends and neighbours in an intimate setting. Musicians are able to interact with their audiences while being supported in making a living. For deatails: Friday, March 15, Downtown, email bluemoonlivemusic@gmail.com or call Anne at 250-374-3234; Saurday March 16, Rayleigh, email shawn@erwinsbakery.ca
A rock and an indecent proposal
An Irishman, by the name of O’Malley proposed to his girl on St. Patrick’s Day. He gave her a ring with a synthetic diamond. The excited young lass showed it to her father, a jeweller. He took one look at it and saw it wasn’t real. The young lass on learning it wasn’t real returned to her future husband. She protested vehemently about his cheapness. ‘It was in honour of St. Patrick’s Day, ‘he smiled.‘I gave you a sham rock.’
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LeprechAnon. Are you green? Feeling jealous and small all the time? Do you suffer the paranoia that your green is too light or too dark, or that your shamrock is smaller than most? Or are you simply a Leprechaun wannabe who’s hiding beneath an enormous amount of green make-up and red hair dye? LeprechAnon. See what we’re all about. LeprechAnon is a support group that meets every Tuesday and Thursday from 6pm until whenever we pass out. Must bring own ale or spirits. Blarney stonings performed if we’re not satisfied with your folk tales before we pass out. Leprechaun dance lessons offered. Learn the art of Celtic, stepdance, traditional Irish jigs and more! Nothing says romance like a little green man showing you the moves, because if they work for a little green man… those moves surely can’t fail you!
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Proud Irish mothers Two Irish mothers, Kate and Lorna, were talking about their sons. Kate says, ‘My Patrick is such a saint. He works hard, doesn’t smoke and he hasn’t so much as looked at a woman in over two years.’ Lorna responds, ‘Well, my Francis is a saint himself. Not
only hasn’t he not looked at a woman in over three years, but he hasn’t touched a drop of liquor in all that time.’ ‘My word,’ says Kate, ‘You must be so proud.’ ‘I am,’ announces Lorna, ‘And when he’s paroled next month, I’m going to throw him a big party.’
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‘I had an accident opening a can of alphabet spaghetti this morning,’ said Murphy. ‘Were you injured?’ inquired Seamus. ‘No, but it could have spelled disaster,’ concluded Murphy.
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Your Horoscope ARIES (Mar 21- April 20) Time is money and you must be ready to take action in order to reach your highest potential. Resist secret affairs that could be detrimental to your reputation. This is a good day to check out your investments. Expect to experience a sudden reversal of fortune. TAURUS (Apr 21- May 21) Avoid joint ventures and steer clear of groups that want you to contribute financial assistance. Romantic opportunities will flourish through travel or communication. You can make career changes that may put you in a much higher earning bracket. You may find your self in a romantic situation. GEMINI (May 22-June 21) A residential move may be in order. You can meet new and exciting lovers through work related projects. You may become rundown if you take on too much. Be careful disclosing information. CANCER (June 22-July 22) Look after financial transactions this week. Misunderstandings could cause confusion and upset. Disputes may start because of a lack of honesty. Dig deep to find out how costly a new venture will be before you sign on the dotted line. LEO (July 23-Aug 22) Get out and rub shoulders with people in high positions if possible. Matters pertaining to your home environment will be favorable if you are direct. You will attract new love interests. Travel opportunities must be taken advantage of. VIRGO (Aug 23 -Sept 23) The home environment will be unpredictable this week. Be discreet about any information you uncover. Social events held in your home will be successful and entertaining for those who attend. Romance will come through involvement with fundraising organizations. LIBRA (Sept 24 -Oct 23) Dinner, theater, or a comedy club may be just the place. You may overspend if you travel this week; however, the trip will be one to remember. Pamper yourself; the self esteem it brings you will be most gratifying. Think twice before eating spicy foods; you may have problems with your stomach. SCORPIO (Oct 24 - Nov 22) Be careful what you say. Try not to let relatives or friends cause any friction with your mate. Your high energy should be spent pleasing your mate. The experience will be good. SAGITTARIUS (Nov 23 -Dec 21) You may end up being blamed if anything goes wrong. Do not let the reactions of others get you going. Difficulties relating to children will be stressful. Don't overextend yourself in the process. CAPRICORN (Dec 22- Jan 20) Spend some time on yourself. Put your time and energy into travel, philosophy, and soul-searching. You need adventure and excitement in your life. Good friends will give you honest answers. AQUARIUS (Jan 21 -Feb 19) Throw yourself into your profession. Uncertainty regarding your mate may emerge; reevaluate what you see in each other. Promote your ideas now. You can get good solid advice from relatives or close friends you trust. PISCES (Feb 20-Mar 20) You can find out important information if you listen to friends and relatives. Networking will be a necessity. Find out more, if you want to start your own business. You can meet potential new mates if you socialize with friends. Horoscopes courtesy of astrologer Michael Thiessen. For daily horoscopes go to www.astrology-online.com
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Tickets: $12 / $10 Seniors Available at the Front Desk
Saskia & Darrel
730 Cottonwood Avenue, Kamloops North Shore More information 250-376-4777 • nsccs@shaw.ca
2012.2013 Season Bruce Dunn Music Director
The Oscars March 15 & 16, 2013 Friday 7:30 pm Saturday 7:30 pm Sagebrush Theatre
Victor Sawa, Guest Conductor A showcase of music from films such as Casablanca, Raiders of the Lost Ark and Gone With The Wind, Mission Impossible, Jaws and Harry Potter: The Philosopher’s Stone. SPONSORED BY
VICTOR SAWA
TICKETS Kamloops Live! Box Office INFO 250-372-5000 www.kamloopssymphony.com 250-374-5483 or 1-866-374-5483
PLATELET RICH PLASMA THERAPY
A skin rejuvenation treatment that uses your own blood to restore and repair your skin. Your blood contains fundamental growth factors that are designed to help rebuild the underlying structural integrity of your skin, improving your tone, texture and radiance.
Kamloops Medical Aesthetics and Day Spa
Our goal is to provide you with safe and effective medical aesthetic treatments and spa bodywork therapies to help restore and rejuvenate both inner and outer beauty and wellbeing. We work closely with the Kamloops Naturopathic Clinic to offer you the most recent, evidence based, full body care available. Dr. Steven Jones, ND
Mesotherapy Lipodissolve Chemical Peels Dermal Fillers Cellulite Reduction Platelet Rich Plasma Therapy
Karen Robinson, Certified Bodywork Practitioner
• Massage (Swedish, Hot Stone, Prenatal, Reiki) • Facials • Hair Removal • Foot Care • Body Wraps • Exfoliations
NEW OFFICE: 754 Seymour Street • 250-377-3077
12 n March 7, 2013
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DOWNTOWN echo
ireside & Wine Join us for a very special night Enjoy an amazing six course dinner, paired with wines from Gehringer Bros. Winery
THURSDAY, MARCH 14 First:
BC Brie baked in all butter puff pastry with an Apricot Fig chutneypaired with Classic Riesling 2011
Second: Haughton Beef Steak Tartar paired with Private Reserve Pinot Noir 2011 Third: Seared Sea Scallops with Poached Pear paired with Auxerrois 2011 Fourth: Broiled Sablefish on Parsnip Rosti with Forest Mushroom and Beurre Blanc paired with Dry Rock Unoaked Chardonnay 2011
Fifth:
Braised Haughton Beef Shortrib on Barley Risotto with Baby Carrots paired with Dry Rock Merlot 2011
Sixth:
Madagascar Vanilla Bean French Toast with Spiced Fruit Chutney & Crème Anglaise paired with Late Harvest Riesling 2011 **Vegetarian options available, ordered at time of booking. Doors open at 6pm and dinner starts at 6:30pm
Tickets $65 /pp plus hst Pre-purchased tickets only
FIRESIDE STEAKHOUSE & BAR
250-377-8075 or The Plaza Hotel Front Desk, 405 Victoria Street