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The 41st annual Walk for Peace, the Environment and Social Justice was held on Saturday, May 7 in downtown Kamloops. It was a sunny warm day for the large group of participants in the walk.
The Kamloops RCMP is receiving up to 15 reports daily from local citizens advising that they are receiving harassing and threatening phone calls from people posing as employees of the CRA who are demanding money. The scammers often tell the victim that they have committed tax fraud. They will say that there is a warrant for their arrest and unless money is wired to them or prepaid credit card codes are supplied, the police will be coming to arrest them. “Citizens should be aware that the CRA will never ask for any kind of payment to be wired to them or for prepaid credit cards,” states Cpl. Jodi Shelkie. “People should hang up on these callers immediately as they can become very aggressive once you engage in a conversation with them.” Alternately, scammers are posing as CRA employees and advising citizens that they have a tax refund and then ask for all of their personal information. This information can then be used in identity theft situations. If you suspect that a scammer has contacted you, note the number on call display and contact the Canadian AntiFraud Center, toll free at 1-888495-8501 or online at CAFC Fraud Reporting.
Emergency Services Day first of its kind For the first time ever, Emergency Services in Kamloops are joining forces to present Emergency Services Day on May 14. This free event combines Emergency Preparedness Week with National Police Week to provide the opportunity for residents to meet their emergency response community. Don’t miss this opportunity to meet and learn about Kamloops community’s emergency services team and learn how you can be better prepared for an emergency event. Taking place in the North Parking Lot of Aberdeen Mall on Saturday, May 14, from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm, this event features a variety of emergency services partners, ranging from Kamloops Fire Rescue, local RCMP, BC Ambulance Service and many others. Over two dozen partners will be on site, including CN
and CP Police, Conservation Service, the Air 4 RCMP Helicopter, the BCSPCA and Emergency Management BC, just to name a few. Kids are reminded to bring out their bikes to take part of the Annual Bike Rodeo. Although the Bike Rodeo is free, registration is mandatory. To register, call 250-828-3500
with registration #257482 or visit www.kamloops.ca/ezreg. Residents can also bring their bike out to register for the 529 Garage Project, which is an anti-theft online registration application for bikes. RCMP Auxiliary Officers will be on hand to help with registry, or if you download the app and pre-register your bike,
you can receive an anti-theft decal, normally purchased for $13.00. For more information on the 529 Garage Project, or to download the app, visit www.project529.com/garage. The City would like to offer a special thank you to Aberdeen Mall and Kamloops volunteers for their support to the community.
Three days of food, fun and festivals - continued from front Saturday, May 21 features Art Alley from 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm. This new event is a celebration of art and local artists! Everyone and anyone can come out and enjoy live canvas painting in a back alley artistic oasis just off 4th Avenue, between the patios of Red Collar Brewing and Central Station Pub. During the live art showcase observers are invited to join one of the nearby patio parties at Red Collar Brewing and Central Station Pub to get creative themselves! Join in with Drink and Draw at one of the patio parties or by adding to the community canvas! A special treat for Echo readers is that Carrie Harman, administrator deluxe, will be there with paintbrush in hand.
The coolest thing about the Art Alley other than the available enjoyment of beer and barbeque on the sunny patios is that it features a Local Art Auction! When all the painting is complete, the beautiful creations will be auctioned off as part of a fundraiser for the Customer Care and Patrol Team (CAP Team). Whatever you choose to do this awesome upcoming May long weekend, keep downtown in mind and pop down to join in on the excitement. You can find an up-to-date event and musician line up as well as a complete list of merchant sales and specials at www.downtownkamloops.com. Tanya Orozco, freelance
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Ben Grant was busy serving up smiles on Wednesday, May 4 for McHappy Day at the downtown McDonald’s. One dollar from every Big Mac, Happy Meal or McCafe beverage purchased this day will go to local children’s charities. Over $70,000 was raised at all Kamloops’ McDonald’s.
Family friendly classic of The Velveteen Rabbit comes to life
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Western Canada Theatre (WCT), in of mechanical playthings, a kind-hearted association with the WCT/TRU Young fairy, and of course, a stuffed rabbit who Company presents the family-friendly is transformed by the love of a young boy. production of The Velveteen Rabbit on WCT artistic director Daryl Cloran Saturday, May 14 at 1:00 pm and 4:00 says The Young Company is an opporpm at the Pavilion Theatre. tunity for TRU students to get their first This classic tale comes to life for a professional experience performing in a whole new generation in a joyous tes- WCT production. “Bring your little ones tament to the eternal power of a child’s – they’re going to have a great time (and imagination. With a little bit of magic, so will you!)”. three actors and their simple props turn Tickets are available at Kamloops Live! into a wise old rocking horse, a cavalcade Box Office, kamloopslive.ca.
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The first annual Kamloops Tourism Summit, held at Hotel 540 on April 21, educated, engaged and generated for the Kamloops tourism community at large. Attendees had the opportunity to learn about and personally engage with Kamloops tourism partners during the opening tradeshow and be inspired by keynote speaker Maureen Douglas, who instilled on the crowd the importance of telling a great story.
KISSM summer camp location announced The Kamloops Interior Summer School of Music (KISSM) has announced that their 2016 KISSM Camp will be held at Sahali Secondary School. KISSM is a non-profit music camp that has been operating in the Kamloops area for almost 40 years. KISSM’s goal is to bring music into the lives of kids ages five through 18. KISSM offers a wide variety of musical instruments in the camp so that it appeals to everyone. Options for restricted-income families are available so every child has an equal opportunity to experience the unique, life-changing music camp. KISSM is a one-of-a-kind camp that attracts attention from all over the world. Very few camps offer the variety and level of expertise that KISSM does. With dedicated instructors and positive, encouraging atmosphere, this camp is the perfect place for the musically minded child to flourish. For any further questions or for an interview, please contact KISSM executive director Kim Mangan at 250-574-5437 or at info@kissm.ca.
CanGo Grannies get growing for annual plant sale The CanGo Grannies and Flower Power is hosting their 5th annual Plant Sale on Saturday, May 14 from 8:00 am until 12:00 pm at Gaglardi Square. The CanGo Grannies have been part of the Stephen Lewis Foundation’s (SLF) Grandmothers to Grandmothers campaign for over ten years. The SLF is a grassroots organization helping the SubSaharan grandmothers to look after their grandchildren, as well as empowering them to work towards self-reliance. The CanGo Grannies have tremendous support from all facets of the community. They receive plant donations from private homes, a commercial contributor, the Kamloops Garden
Club, KRCC, Garden Gate Horticultural program, TRU Horticultural program, and a small program providing training and employment for mentally challenged men. Master Gardeners will be on hand to help with the sale, assisting customers with any questions about types and care of the plants. Unsold plants go to community gardens and the JUMP program. All the plants are put to good use. The CanGo Grannies are very proud to be a part of this great community effort. With everyone’s help, they raised close to $2,700 in 2015 and hope to do the same or better this year. All plants are sold by donation.
Meditation Series hosted by library The TNRD Library System is hosting a free introductory series on the practice of meditation led by Evelyn Vipond-Schmidt from Shambhala Meditation. Join in at the downtown Kamloops Library on Tuesday, May 17, Tuesday, June 7 and Tuesday, June 12 at 7:00 pm. Participants are not required to attend all dates, but it is encouraged. The practice of meditation has been taught for more than 2,500 years as a vehicle for realizing the beauty and magic of the ordinary world without aggression or manipulation. In VipondSchmidt’s series, she will discuss the power of meditation and cover the basic meditation techniques taught in the Shambhala community.
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Enhance your life with art from Hampton Gallery Art is one of those things that encompass our entire lives. It’s in the trees that flutter in the wind, the clothes that we choose to wear and the gardens that we plant. The benefits that come with immersing ourselves in art are undeniable; it generates a love of learning and creativity, helps develop your whole brain, supports emotional intelligence and awakens your senses. Many of us are appreciators of the arts but very few of us have the ability to transform the images in our heads onto canvas. That is where people like Diane Stuhlmann, owner of the Hampton Gallery here in downtown Kamloops, come in. Diane herself brings an uncommon passion and commitment to the world of art. Whether you’re browsing, in search of a special piece for a specific room or looking for a unique gift, Diane will help you in a no-pressure welcoming environment. She along with her team have hand selected a wonderful selection of professional artists from here locally and beyond to be represented in the boutique style gallery. “We offer in-store and online sales and service to help you find just the right piece,” explains Diane. “We cater to individual, corporate, national and international collectors, but browsers are always welcome.” No stranger to lots of questions, the one that might be on the top of your mind is, “Why do you want to spend the time and money looking for and purchasing original art?” She has the answer for you: “Quite simply, original art transforms a room into the extraordinary. Buying original art involves you in a process of social, cultural
and historical significance that’s just about as old as we are. It supports the tradition of handmade, one-of-a-kind objects that resonate beyond the corners of their frames in terms of beauty and presence. It supports the artists and galleries who have made it their life’s dedication to bring you these pieces. You buy original art because it adds value to life in a way that a reproduction simply cannot. A collection of original paintings can be
a considerable asset, appreciating in value over time in a way that many more conventional vehicles do not.” To see for yourself what awaits you at the Hampton Gallery, visit them at 167 – 4th Avenue here in downtown Kamloops. They are open Monday through Friday from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm and Saturday from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm, and available by phone at 250-374-2400. Tanya Orozco, freelance
Arts grants give boost to Kamloops organizations Six organizations and individuals in Kamloops have received a combined $241,676 in grants from the BC Arts Council. The grant recipients are: Arnica Artist Run Centre Society: $5,000, British Columbia Drama Association/Theatre BC: $73,640, Kamloops Art Gallery: $100,000,
Kamloops Arts Council: $19,036, arts scene,” Kamloops-South ing and development, the council Kamloops Museum and Archives: Thompson MLA Todd Stone said. enlists the expertise of British $32,000 and Richard Wagamese: The funding comes from a record- Columbia’s artists and arts admin$12,000. high $24 million the BC Arts Coun- istrators to evaluate grant applica“Our cultural identity is enriched cil received from the provincial tions through a peer review process by the people who dedicate them- government of British Columbia independent of government. selves to artistic expression and to support artists, arts activities and To learn more go to the BC Arts I’m pleased that our government culture in 2015-16. Council’s website at: http://www. is helping to build a stronger local As BC’s lead agency for arts fund- bcartscouncil.ca.
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Head to the Grotto for a Fancy Garden Party! On Thursday, May 12, Kamloops Burlesque will be hosting their first ever Fancy Garden Party, so throw on your biggest hat, eat some tiny sandwiches and skip down the garden path to The Blue Grotto, located at 319 Victoria Street, to see their fanciest performances yet. Guest performer, Shirley Gnome, will join Kamloops Burlesque performers on stage. Shirley Gnome is a self-styled musical comedian and songwriter. Armed with only a guitar and a sass mouth, Shirley belts out original tunes about the embarrassing, profound and hilarious adventures that happen when bodies collide. She has graced the stages of several burlesque festivals with
her bawdy styling, earning herself a place as a beloved member of the international burlesque community. Her latest success came in the form of a nomination this year for a Canadian Comedy Award for Best Variety Act. Kamloops Burlesque is a 19+ showcase. Entry is at the door and VIP tickets are available at Instinct Adornment or online at www.KamTix.ca. VIP Tickets give you exclusive floor seating and a chance to win more draw prizes. Arrive by 9:00 pm to take advantage of this special seating. Doors open at 8:00 pm, show starts at 9:30 pm. Dress up to participate in the Best Dressed Contest, now sponsored by the delectable Caduceus Chocolates!
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Interior Health is reminding parents and caregivers to make sure their children’s immunizations are up to date. This timely reminder comes as pertussis cases continue to occur in several Interior Health communities. Pertussis, also known as whooping cough, is a serious infection of the lungs and throat. Pertussis can affect individuals of any age; however, its effects are most severe among infants who are too young to be fully immunized. Immunization is the best way to prevent the spread of pertussis. The vaccine is part of BC’s routine childhood immunization schedule. A complete series consists of three doses of pertussis vaccine at two, four and six months followed by boosters at 18 months old and at four to six years of age. It is also recommended that a booster is given at 14 to 16 years of age. For more information on immunization call your local public health centre or visit www.immunizebc.ca.
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When asked how he wanted to celebrate his retirement from the Kamloops RCMP Auxiliary Program, Don Torry said he didn’t want anything too big, “Just a piece of chocolate cake and a cup of coffee”. So that’s how the Kamloops RCMP honoured their longest standing volunteer… with his favourite cake and a cup of coffee. On May 2, friends and coworkers joined together to celebrate the retirement of Auxiliary Constable Don Torry. Don has been with the British Columbia RCMP Auxiliary Program for 39 years, having joined on June 27, 1977 in Kamloops. Being an Auxiliary Constable is quite a time commitment, each volunteer dedicating 160 hours per year to the program. Don has contributed 12,555 hours of service to the City of Kamloops RCMP Auxiliary Program in his 39-year career, that’s over double
the amount of hours needed. (Don would still be with the program if it weren’t for the fact that he turned 70 on May 1st and that is the mandatory retirement age for the Auxiliary Program.) Throughout his career Don has participated in community events, crime prevention education, home and business security, parades, traffic control, search and rescue and crime scene security. Don has received the Peace Officer Exemplary Service Medal, Queen’s Jubilee Medal and several community volunteer awards.
Supt. Mueller, Officer In Charge of Kamloops RCMP, was on hand to personally thank Don for his outstanding service to the detachment. When asked about his years as an Auxiliary Constable, Don said that he enjoyed his service with the program and that the time went by quickly. Fortunately for the Kamloops Detachment, Don has transitioned from the Auxiliary Program to the RCMP Volunteer Program and will be continuing with business security checks and other volunteer duties.
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On Monday, May 2 the Royal Inland Hospital Foundation hosted the Can-Ital Ladies Society meeting where they presented a cheque for $40,000 to the foundation. Pictured here are (L-R) Maria Cuglietta (vice president Can-Ital Ladies), Alisa Coquet (director of donor relations, RIH Foundation), Fran Rende (treasurer Can-Ital Ladies), Alba Caputo (secretary Can-Ital Ladies) and Gina Lloyd (president, Can-Ital Ladies). The Can-Ital Ladies Society has pledged the $40,000 in support of a Rapid Access Breast Health Clinic at Royal Inland Hospital. The Rapid Access Clinic will improve diagnosis and care for breast cancer patients in the community. With this latest donation, the Can-Ital Ladies have contributed over $200,000 to the RIH Foundation during the last 25 years.
Symphony announces 40th anniversary season Kamloops Symphony Orchestra (KSO) announced the details for their 40th anniversary season at a media conference on Thursday, April 28. Music director Bruce Dunn, who announced his upcoming retirement this past fall, presented the details of the concert season. Executive director Kathy Humphreys spoke about the four guest conductors auditioning for the position of music director to start in June 2017. The season begins with their Celebrating 40 Years performance. Cellist Joseph Elworthy is returning to perform the same concerto he did 23 years ago with Kamloops Symphony when he won the symphony’s New Celebrity Competition. This performance also includes Mendelssohn’s Symphony #4, a favourite of the late Lore Dominik who was one of Kamloops Symphony’s founding members. The season will feature the works of some
great master composers such as Rachmaninoff, Schumann, Strauss and several others—all part of the Noran Masterworks Series that focuses on classical pieces. The 2016-2017 season is balanced out with the Kelson Group Pops series that features more popular music. This year’s Christmas with the KSO will have some seasonal favourites plus a narrated orchestration of the popular children’s short story The Hockey Sweater. Also included in that series is Alex Cuba. Cuba is a Latin-Grammy and JUNO award winner. He will join Kamloops Symphony to perform his songs with orchestra. Kamloops Symphony also puts on the New Gold Chamber Music Series at Thompson Rivers University. The five-performance series is programmed by members of the Kamloops Symphony that work together to choose and prepare their programmes.
In addition to the performances, Kamloops Symphony will have several events during the upcoming season. This year they will have an Anniversary Ball in the fall at The Rex, in celebration of 40 years of symphonic music in Kamloops. They will also continue with their popular semi-annual Barb’s Used Book and Music Sale fundraiser and the Mayor’s Gala for the Arts joint fundraiser with Kamloops Art Gallery and Western Canada Theatre. Kamloops Symphony endeavours to perform interesting, challenging and compelling programmes from a variety of genres at a high performance standard. Kamloops Symphony is committed to Canadian soloists and the work of Canadian composers. They play an important role in the vibrant, cultural life of the southern interior of British Columbia. Subscriptions tickets for the upcoming season are now on sale.
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■■“Miniature Menagerie” by Lance Weisser for the month of May at the Old Courthouse Cultural Centre, 7 W Seymour St. Gallery hours: Tues. to Fri. 10am to 5pm, Fri. 10am to 4pm. Handicap accessible, free parking. FMI visit kamloopscourthousegallery.ca. ■■ SD73 Secondary Art Show until June 1 at the Sagebrush Theatre Lobby. Artwork is showcased for a six-week exhibition. ■■ Spirit Warriors Dragonboat team meet every Tues. and Thurs. at 5:15pm at Pioneer Park. This is a team of post-breast cancer diagnosis women. New members welcome, coaching and support available. FMI visit: www. spiritwarriors.ca. ■■ First Annual Wellbriety Celebration on May 13 to 15 at Moccasin Square Gardens, Chief Alex Thomas Way.”Wellbriety: Becoming Sober and Well in a Native American Cultural Way”. Free event for ages 12 and up. FMI or to register contact Dave Manuel at 250-828-9704 or dave.manuel@kib.ca. Registration open until May 10. This is a clean and sober event; hosts and committee are not responsible for any lost or stolen items. feet stompin’ fun - Ari Lantela and Jasmin Fredrickson make up the folk rock duo of Chicken■■ Dirtfight, Pissed on Mint, Deandra Day and Like Birds, playing at The Art We Are on Saturday, May 14 at 7:00 pm. Check them out along with Phosphene 6pm on May 14 at Barnacle Records, No Mothers this weekend! Entry at the door. 246 Victoria St. 290 - 3rd Ave. Tickets at Barnacle Records. ■■ Festival at Fourth Block Party on May ■■ Art Therapy for the MS Caregiver with Wildlife Park. FMI in helping to run or main14 from 10:30am to 2:30pm at Kamloops Shannon Byrnes on May 29 from 9am to 1pm tain the train, perform cashier duties or assist United Church, 421 St. Paul St. Everyone is at Let’s Move Studio, 831 Victoria St. For with the track maintenance, call 250 579-8938 invited for food, fun, music, art, clowns and caretakers of those with MS. Limited spots or email emrobinson@telus.net. more! FMI visit kamloopsunited.ca. available. Register with sherry.wezner@ms- ■■ A Reunion to Die For murder mystery din■■ Kamloops Heritage Railway AGM on society.ca to attend with fee covered. ner theatre on June 3 at Pacific Inn and Suites. May 17 at 7pm at 490 Lorne St. Past and pres- ■■ Kamloops Family History Society meet- Cocktails at 5:30pm, appetizers at 6:30pm, dinent members welcome as well as newcomers! ing take at Heritage House, 100 Lorne St. on ner at 7pm and performance at 9:30pm. Dinner, Membership sign up at the door. FMI call 250- the fourth Thurs of each month from 7 to 9pm dancing, silent auction and much more! Pro374-2141 or email manager@kamrail.com. (Sept to May, except Dec) If you are interested ceeds support Special Olympics BC. For tickets ■■ Horses: Impressions in Pastel by Janice in genealogy, come join us. FMI call Connie contact Michael at 250-318-0715. Jarvis from May 18 to June 4 at Kamloops Arts at 250-852-3218 ■■ Volunteers Needed at the RIH Thrift Seller. Put Council Main Gallery, 7W Seymour St. Open- ■■ The Kamloops Garden Club meeting on your great customer service skills to a good cause. ing reception May 21 from 5 to 7pm. Gallery May 25th at 7pm at the Heritage House, 100 FMI stop by 146 Victoria St. or call 250-374-0487. hours: Mon to Fri 10am to 5pm and Sat from Lorne St. Informative guest speaker and time to ■■ Heads Up: Introduction to Brain Health 10am to 4pm. FMI visit kamloopsarts.ca. talk gardening ideas with the group. New mem- on June 16 from 1 to 3pm at the Alzheimer Re■■ Impressions Fine Arts Show and Sale on bers are always welcome. source Centre, #405-235 1st Ave. This workshop May 27, 28 and 29 from 10am to 4pm at the ■■ Scott Woods- Love That Fiddle on May encourages participants to actively engage in Old Courthouse Gallery, 7W SeymourFor St. more Pre- information 31 at 7pm atcall Calvary Church, 1205 protecting brain. Anyone Jack Community or Jodi • 250.374.ECHO (3246) •and #1 maintaining - 219 Victoriatheir Street sented by Kamloops Artists Rogers Way. A masterful presentation of old interested in brain health is welcome to attend. ■■ Garden Party on May 28 from 8:30am to time fiddling, traditional country, gospel and FMI or to register contact Tara Hildebrand at 12:30pm at St. Andrews on the Square, 159 much more. Tickets available at the Horse Barn, 250-377-8200 or thildebrand@alzheimerbc.org. Seymour St. Garden demos, food, donkeys, 517 Mt. Paul Way or by calling 1-855-726-8896. ■■ Society for Creative Anachronism - Shire of tai chi, cake decorating, music, plant sale, and ■■ The Wildlife Express Volunteer Society is Ramsgaard weekly practice/gathering on Monmuch more! Sponsored by the Kamloops Heri- looking for new members to help operate the days at 7pm at Stage House Theatre, 422 Trantage Society. FMI call 250-377-4232. “Wildlife Express” miniature train at the BC quille Rd. FMI call Raynagh at 250-376-6676.
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echo stargazer Dear Taurus: (Apr. 21 - May 21) Your new journey begins with as many questions as the old journey, prompting you to wonder why you bothered to take a chance in the first place. Growing pains are a sure sign that a new adventure has begun. Embrace the new you. Dear Gemini: (May 22 - June 21) Someone has a crush on you and they are a little too nervous to say hello. Coax a shy smile into a warm conversation and watch as walls magically disappear and a new destiny is revealed. Your past will say hello. Dear Cancer: (June 22 - July 22) You’ll be confident and strong to begin a busy week. Put yourself first and let the world shape itself around your needs for a change. Love arrives through a friend. Dear Leo: (July 23 - Aug 22) Look to your past for answers to a creative problem that seems to get worse every day. A big change is coming at work so keep your eyes open and get ready. Love favours a late night rendezvous. Dear Virgo: (Aug. 23 - Sept. 23) Home might still be a mess but distant shores continue to call. If you’re in the business of sales then make your pitch to a foreign audience. Love is waiting at a workshop or spiritual retreat. Dear Libra (Sept. 24 - Oct. 23) Money arrives through a close friend as a business idea picks up steam. A psychic insight has you deepening a current relationship. Follow the patterns for repeated success. Dear Scorpio: (Oct. 24 - Nov. 22) It’s definitely time for love as you’re currently attracting on all cylinders. Have fun but don’t lose yourself or drift away. Expand your social network. Dear Sagittarius: (Nov. 23 -Dec. 21) Financial concerns reveal a hidden gem. Although you feel like the there’s some hidden force out to get you, you’re actually quite lucky. A quick trip to the gym raises eyebrows in love. Dear Capricorn: (Dec. 22 - Jan. 20) An unexpected revelation puts you in a frisky mood and ready for love. You continue to be very lucky from a distance. Expand your international network now and you’ll be surprised at the success that follows. Dear Aquarius: (Jan. 21 - Feb. 19) Someone you’ve had your eye on is ready for a surprise visit. Make your move with confidence and if you have to, then go more than halfway. Efforts in love will be repaid with trust. Dear Pisces: (Feb. 20 - Mar. 20) It’s been busy and the laundry is beginning to pile up. As much as you’ll want to escape and have fun during the first half of the week, you’ll have to buckle down and finish the chores after Wednesday. Dear Aries: (Mar. 21 - April 20) If travel and long distance aspirations are getting you down then why not put some effort into staying home? Home is not only where the heart is but it’s also the foundation from which you project into the world. Love brings a surprise to your pocketbook.
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