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There have been many Kamloops businesses and organizations talking about a proposed new Performing Arts Centre (PAC) and building the new facility on the former site of the Kamloops Daily News. The proposal boasts a 1,200-seat theatre, a 350seat black-box theatre and 350 parking stalls, all for the price of $90-million. Mayor Peter Milobar and city staff informed us it would require only a one per cent tax hike in 2016 and another one per cent increase in 2017, making the PAC an achievable and affordable asset for Kamloops and area. If the proposal does pass in a referendum later this year, voters would be asked to approve borrowing $50 million and the remainder of the cost is expected to be raised in other ways. Construction would begin in 2018, with an opening date in 2020. Brendan Shaw, co-chair for the Yes Committee campaigning to have the PAC approved at the November 7 referendum says, “Kamloops needs this performing arts centre. I think it’s all positive,
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not only economically but for the cultural and social aspects, too.” And many have joined the campaign to voice their approval of the project, including the Chamber of Commerce, Kamloops Central Business Improvement Association (KCBIA), Kamloops Arts Council (KAC), Kamloops Symphony, Kamloops Art Gallery and recently Tourism Kamloops, to name a few. Overall, the business community recognizes the positive impacts this new development will have on the city and local tourism industry and wholeheartedly supports the proposal. A PAC would greatly enhance the downtown core and improve quality of life for all of Kamloops, as it would provide a catalyst for new growth and revitalize an area of the downtown core that has not seen any growth in quite some time. At only one per cent a year for two years, Kamloops would receive a new theatre and the added benefit of 350 new parking stalls for daytime usage in downtown Kamloops. Considering the parking nightmare
many face on a busy day, the parking spaces alone would be well worth the cost by most estimations. “It will attract more happenings, more businesses and more development to the downtown, which is critical,” said Mike Popoff, president of the KCBIA. “We can continue to create a community that people want to move to, do business in and celebrate the arts in,” said Tom Friedman of Kamloops Film Society. “Without a vital downtown, I don’t see how we can continue to have a vibrant Kamloops,” said Shawn Haley, who owns Erwin’s Bakery across the street from the proposed PAC site. “What this does is provide a sophisticated venue to attract types of performances that we wouldn’t see otherwise,” said Moneca Dickinson of Tourism Kamloops. The PAC would have a variety of different uses. “A Performing Arts Centre in Kamloops will have the capacity to host the many touring music, dance and theatre acts Kamloops is - continued on page 2
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On Saturday, November 7, two celebrated Canadian authors will join forces at the Old Courthouse for an important fundraiser produced by the Kamloops Arts Council. Emceed by hometown playwright Glen Cairns, GovernorGeneral’s Award winner Lorna Crozier and Kamloops native Ian Weir will provide an evening of entertainment including readings, wine and cheese, a silent auction, book sales and conversation, all in benefit of the Kamloops Writers Festival. Ian Weir is a playwright, screenwriter and novelist. His debut novel, Daniel O’Thunder, was a finalist for four awards. Will Starling, recently shortlisted for the Sunburst Award, was a Globe and Mail Best Book for 2014. Ian has extensive TV credits, among them Arctic Air, Dragon Boys, Edgemont, as well as nearly 150 episodes for two dozen series, ranging from ReBoot to Flashpoint. He has won two Geminis, four Leos, a Writers Guild of Canada Screenwriting Award and
a Jessie. Raised in Kamloops, his writing career started with The Kamloops Sentinel. A number of his plays have been produced by Western Canada Theatre. Lorna Crozier is one of Canada’s most beloved poets. She’s been a guest of literary festivals around the world; in fact, she’s performed for Queen Elizabeth ll and read on every continent except Antarctica. The recipient of many national awards, including five honorary doctorates and an Officer of the Order of Canada, she’s a Professor Emerita at the University of Victoria. Her latest books for poetry are The Wrong Cat and The Wild in You, a collaboration with the renowned photographer Ian McAllister. She makes her home on Vancouver Island. The reading will take place at the Old Courthouse Cultural Centre located at 7 Seymour Street West from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm. Tickets are available online at www.kamloopsarts.ca.
Grant applications deadline One of the best things about downtown Kamloops is the stores with their creative and beautiful window displays. Meagan James shows off the newest window display at Main Street Clothing, a 2016 Sportster 883 Iron Harley Davidson. Now that’s not something you see everyday!
Vote on November 7 - continued from front currently missing out on – everything from ballet to country music and comedy acts,” says Kathy Sinclair, executive director of the KAC. “It has potential to be used for graduation ceremonies and other community events as well. It will truly be a centre for everyone.” With the closure of The Daily News in 2014 and other changes, many have noticed a marked decline in business and traffic in what used to be a busy downtown area. Kamloops needs to continue downtown renewal and encourage commerce beyond Victoria Street in order to grow and accommodate new businesses and opportunities. Investing in the arts increases a city’s livability, attracts entrepreneurship and entices professionals, like health care professionals to relocate. With so many organizations
onboard already unanimously endorsing a yes vote for the proposed PAC and more joining the yes vote daily as the campaign builds momentum, the referendum planned on November 7 appears almost unnecessary. The City of Kamloops encourages all eligible members, member organizations and the public to cast your vote on Saturday, November 7 to the question: “Are you in favour of the City of Kamloops borrowing up to $49 million to design and construct the parkade and performing arts centre complex?” For more information, visit kamloops.ca/imagine or attend KCBIA’s PAC Open House on October 8 at 11:30 am to 1:30 pm or 4:00 pm to 6:30 pm at The Rex, 417 Seymour Street. For information on voting, visit kamloops.ca or call 250-828-3311. Trina Budai
The BC Interior Community Foundation (BCICF), formerly the Kamloops Foundation, is currently accepting applications for its fall granting process. The Foundation provides grants to non-profit organizations, which have charitable status and serve the residents of the Thompson, Nicola and South Cariboo regions. The foundation supports community-based programs in the areas of arts/culture, health/ welfare, seniors/heritage, youth/education, children and families and the environment/recreation. Grant applications can be completed online and the deadline to apply is October 15. You can also support the BCICF granting program by donating to the Smart and Caring Community fundraising initiative. Visit bcicf. ca or call 250-434-6995 to find out more.
Kamloops Kammute For the Overlanders Bridge Rehabilitation Project, crews continue to work on the east side of the bridge. Crews will continue removing the west side scaffolding at night. All southbound passenger vehicles traveling downtown continue to detour through the temporary bypass off the southwest ramp. All southbound heavy trucks must detour through Mission Flats intersection or travel up Summit Drive. Traffic control signage and personnel are in place. The webcam feed at the south end of the bridge may be down intermittently due to electrical work taking place in the area. For information about the bumpiness of the bridge, go to www. kamloops.ca/kammute.
For the Columbia Street Widening Project taking place from 3rd to 6th avenues, all traffic signals have been installed and are now operational with the exception of the new traffic signal at 5th Avenue. All left turn bays are now open. Motorists are advised to expect periodic lane closures along the Columbia Street corridor as crews do final deficiency checks. Crews will be completing landscaping and sign installation during the week. The #9 Gleneagles bus traveling from downtown to Aberdeen will continue to temporarily re-route on Battle Street until work on Columbia Street is complete. For more information, visit www.bctransit.com (trip alerts) or call 250-376-1216.
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The Kamloops Chamber of Commerce has unveiled their “Get Out and Vote” campaign to the public. The chamber will be encouraging all eligible voters to exercise their right to vote for the federal candidate of their choice. This will be accomplished through radio, print, web and social media channels. The ads direct everyone to view video interviews with each of the federal candidates that will hopefully assist voters in making their choices. The Kamloops
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“If you don’t vote, you miss out on one of your fundamental rights as a Canadian citizen. Take time to watch the chamber’s video interviews with each of the federal candidates on issues that are important to our community. Then plan to vote on October 19,” said Steve Earl, president of the board of directors.
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16-month-old Emma, daughter of Sakred Skin owners Denise Leigh and Cye Delaney, gets into the Halloween spirit recently at the shop. This year marks the fourth annual Haunted House put on by Sakred Skin as a fundraiser for the Kamloops Food Bank. For more information, visit the Sakred Skin Facebook page at www.facebook.com/sakredskinstudio.
Don’t Dress for Dinner Western Canada Theatre (WCT), in association with Thousand Island Playhouse and Gateway Theatre, is serving up a fast paced comedy in the French tradition with the hilarious farce, Don’t Dress For Dinner playing from October 8 to 17 at the Sagebrush Theatre. WCT audiences loved Boeing Boeing in 2013 so much that they’ve decided to bring you the hilarious sequel. Bernard and Robert are back and they’re up to some even zanier escapades this time
around. Using his best friend Robert as an alibi, Bernard plans a perfect romantic weekend with his mistress while his wife is out of town. But when she hears that Robert is visiting, Bernard’s wife starts making plans for a saucy liaison of her own. With a cook named Suzette, a lover named Suzanne and more twists than a corkscrew, this salacious sequel of silly suspicion guarantees a good time. For tickets call Kamloops Live! Box Office at 250-374-5483, visit 1025 Lorne Street or kamloopslive.ca.
Massive hiring fair scheduled On Monday, October 26 more than 45 of Kamloops’ largest employers will participate in a local hiring fair organized by Open Door Group and WorkBC who operate the Employment Service Centres in the area. Located at the Coast Hotel and Conference Centre, the event will run from 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm and is free to attend. Open Door Group’s Mallory Bilodeau explains, “The Kamloops Hiring Fall Fair is the largest local hiring event of its kind in the region. We are pleased to create an opportunity for employers to promote their businesses and give job seekers a chance to learn about fantastic career opportunities in the BC Interior.” The purpose of the Kamloops Hiring Fall Fair is to give job seekers the opportunity to meet face-to-face with a variety of potential employers, develop a network of local professional contacts and help both sides to ask and answer questions.
The Western Canada Theatre Company (WCT) is turning 40 and Kamloops Museum and Archives (KMA) wants to help celebrate. Front and Centre; Western Canada Theatre at 40 is a showcase of costumes, props, videos, interactives and interviews, along with an evolving selection of digitized materials from the fascinating collection of WCT’s records including screenplays, correspondences and promotions. Front and Centre, which opens Friday, October 16 and runs until March 26 of 2016, derives from a place of relative honour within a theatre: the first row of auditorium seating at centre stage - the best seats in the house. Founded in 1975, the WCT has rightfully claimed a place at the front and centre of cultural life both within and beyond our region. This exhibition puts their storied past in the spotlight. As the WCT enters its fifth decade of producing nationalcalibre live theatre right here in Kamloops, the KMA invites residents to the opening reception of Front and Centre; Western Canada Theatre at 40 on Friday, October 16 from 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm.
While the list of employers and organizations continues to grow, we are proud to welcome some of Kamloops’ largest employers including; Walmart, Safeway, Investors Group, Mike Wiegle Helicopter Skiing, Tim Hortons, Tolko, Chances Casino, Moxies, Peavy Mart, the Trans Mountain Expansion Project and many more. You don’t need to register and the event is open to the public. However, job seekers should show up to the event prepared. Research the companies you would like to apply to, dress appropriately, bring several copies of your resume and be prepared to talk about your abilities and skills. You should practice a quick summary of your talents and why you would be a good addition to their team. For a full list of employers, updates, and to share with friends check out their Facebook page and for more information on the hiring fair, contact Mallory Bilodeau at 250-434-9441 or email at mallory. bilodeau@opendoorgroup.org
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Anjali gives At Anjali Yoga and Massage, co-owner Nakul Kumar Dey is a trained Ayurveda practitioner from India offering traditional Ayurvedic treatments and massage in Kamloops. Located downtown at 6-231 Victoria Street, they custom create their own traditional infused herbal massage oil with several medicinal plants and spices chosen for their specific healing properties. Anjali means divine offering or gift in Sanskrit and with the intention of sharing gifts of health and wellness, Nakul and his partner, Angie Edgson-Dey are committed to providing a variety of quality yoga and massage services at prices you can relax with. One of the oldest medical systems practiced in the world is called Ayurveda and originated in India more than 3,000 years ago and remains a traditional health care system still in that country. The majority of India’s population uses Ayurvedic medicine exclusively or combined with conventional Western medicine, and it’s practiced in varying forms in Southeast Asia. The unique concept behind this type of alternative medicine is that Ayurveda doesn’t wait for the patient to get sick but instead prevents illness and encourages healthy living by using natural herbal remedies found all around you. Nakul believes that your kitchen is your medicine cabinet, your food is your medicine and you are your own doctor. With lifestyle recommendations, regular infused oil massage and nutritional food selected to benefit your personal health; traditional Ayuverdic treatments relieve stress, sleeplessness, achiness and pain, poor circulation and anxiety.
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Gentle to medium pressure strokes used with herbal infused oils provide twice the benefits as conventional massage treatments as the oil penetrates deep into muscle tissue, effectively alleviating muscular joint pain and leaving the calm, relaxing afterglow of a great massage with you for a more prolonged period of time. Many Ayurvedic practices predate written records and were handed down by word of mouth through generations of practice. The main teachings include recognition of universal interconnectedness between individuals, their health and the universe, the body’s constitution and life forces. From their own unique experience and education, Nakul and Angie have helped guide others towards their goals of greater health and a better understanding
of their own bodies. They want their clients to experience balance and harmony between body, mind and spirit to create ease and healing on all levels of being and reach their optimum potential. With more Ayurvedic services on the way, healing sessions, four hands massage, couples massage, couples yoga and many beautiful Indian art creations from paintings and jewelry to music and massage oil, Anjali Yoga and Massage has everything you need to help improve vital energy and health, prevent disease and find the inner peace we all seek. For more information check out the Anjali Yoga and Massage website at http://anjaliyogaandmassage. wix.com/anjaliyogaandmassage or call 250-319-9855 and make your appointment today. Trina Budai
Great volunteer oppportunies for generous Kamloopsians The Kamloops RCMP Victims Services Unit is looking for a victim support worker. These volunteers provide front line service to victims of crime. Services may include provision of emotional support, crisis intervention, referrals, information regarding the police investigation and court process, court orientation and accompaniment and assistance completing applications for compensation, restitution and victim impact statements. You must hold a valid BC drivers license, be willing to go through a comprehensive police security screening and commit to the unit for a period of one year post training. They are looking for volunteers who are mature, reliable and flexible, have great interpersonal and communication skills and
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Fourteen BC universities and colleges will be in attendance at a free public Post-Secondary Information Night event on Thursday, October 8 starting at 7:00 pm in the TRU House of Learning - Barber Centre. This is the second year that PSI-BC will host an evening to help parents of secondary school students better understand the BC postsecondary system and access information directly from institutions as they look ahead to making decisions on which college or university program their sons and daughters might attend. While post-secondary reps have visited high schools in Kamloops and around the province for many years, the school-hour schedule has traditionally made it difficult for parents to participate in the conversation. The evening includes a presentation focused on the many post-secondary options and paths for students in BC, followed by a fair for attendees to interact directly with reps from all 14 institutions.
Thompson Rivers University Open House Find out all that student life has to offer at Thompson Rivers University (TRU) on Saturday, October 17 when you join them for their Fall Open House. Whether you’ve already found your dream program or are just starting to research your university options, you can explore all your paths to learning at TRU during Open House on their campus. TRU has over140 programs to choose from and with so many options you can learn more with information sessions and mock lectures at Open House. If you are considering living on campus, tours of the residences will be available. Money Matters workshops will be running so you can get tips on paying
for university. Connect one-onone with friendly professors and staff and find out about co-op, study abroad, leadership in sustainability and other great opportunities beyond the classroom. Ask current students about life at TRU and get the inside story on clubs, events and WolfPack athletics, or where to get help, grab a bite, study or socialize. No matter what grade you’re in, it’s never too early to check out TRU. All students are welcome. Register now for your chance to win TRU swag. If you have any questions or would like more information, find the full schedule online at www.tru.ca/ openhouse.
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All of his life George had heard stories of an amazing family tradition. It seems that his father, grandfather and great-grandfather had all been able to walk on water on their 19th birthday. On that day, they’d walk across the lake to the boat club for their first legal drink. So when George’s 19th birthday came around, he and his pal Corky took a boat out to the middle of the lake. George stepped out of the boat and nearly
drowned! Corky just managed to pull him to safety. Furious and confused, George went to see his grandmother. “Grandma, it’s my 19th birthday, so why can’t I walk across the lake like my father, his father, and his father before him?” Granny looked into George’s eyes and said, “Because your father, grandfather and great grandfather were born in January, you were born in July.”
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On the first day of college, the Dean addressed the students, pointing out some of the rules. “The female dormitory will be out-ofbounds for all male students and the male dormitory to the female students. Anybody caught breaking this rule will be fined $20 the
first time.” He continued, “Anybody caught breaking this rule the second time will be fined $60. Being caught a third time will incur a hefty fine of $180. Are there any questions?” At this point, a male student in the crowd inquired: “How much for a season pass?”
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Parking Improvements at TCC Earlier this spring, Parktoria Technologies, the supplier of the parking kiosks and back-end management system at the Tournament Capital Centre (TCC), declared bankruptcy. While the City researched the feasibility of retaining third-party support services to continue the operation of the existing kiosks, it concluded that utilizing Precise ParkLink, which operates the downtown parking system, was the most cost-efficient and practical. Effective as of Monday, October 5, these Parking Stations will replace the old Parktoria kiosks. The new TCC Parking Stations work the same as the downtown system with one notable difference – two hour parking is free for TCC and Hillside Stadium visitors.
Visitors must register their license plate into a Parking Station, which enhances the City’s ability to manage parking lot misuse and improve parking availability for clients and guests. There are five Parking Stations located onsite, including one in the interior lobby of the TCC. Time limits are enforced and after two hours re-registration of a license plate into a Parking Station is required. TCC and Hillside Stadium visitors with a vehicle displaying a valid disabled parking permit can park for free and do NOT need to register their license plate into a Parking Station. For more details on the new TCC parking system, visit www. kampark.ca.
Photo finish for Kamloops youth Congratulations to Kieran Outerbridge who won the youth photography contest at the PHOTOGraphie Professional Photography Festival in New Westminster on September 28. He received the grand prize of a Nikon D7200 camera. Eighteen youth photographers from around the province were named finalists, including Keiran’s sister Moira Outerbridge. There is a long history of photography in the Outerbridge family. Their great grandfather was an advanced amateur in the 20’s and 30’s, their grandmother was always taking photographs and father, Ross Outerbridge, is a professional photographer. Kieran, who attends South Kamloops Secondary School, is new to the interest of photography and decided to get his first camera this past February. Obviously he has the family gene as two of his submitted images were in the top 18. Dependency, an image of two women entered under the People category and Fireflower, an image that matches the category description of Other Cool Stuff. Kieran comments: “My image Fireflower was a product of two images that were layered on each other. I initially was shooting a bunch of different things with a macro lens but finally remembered a concept I wanted to try so, what I did was taped a match to a stick
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Kieran Outerbridge said winning the grand prize for the youth competition was something he never expected.
and stuck it in a cardboard box so it would be floating. I started shooting it from up front but the flame was always too high so I tried shooting from above. With my dad lighting the match and my macro lens up close, I shot a burst of images and caught one of the fire just flaring up. I then placed a picture of a firework on top and around the matchstick and the flame which ended up looking like a flower hence the name.” Festival information can be found at photographie festival.ca
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■■ Don’t Dress For Dinner from Oct. 8 to 17 at the Sagebrush Theatre. A hilarious farce presented by Western Canada Theatre. Tickets available at Kamloops Live! Box Office, 1025 Lorne St. or 250-374-5483. ■■ “A Nightmare on Victoria Street” Burlesque on Oct. 8 at The Blue Grotto, 319 Victoria St. Doors open at 8pm for this 19+ show. VIP tickets available at Instinct Adornment or online at www.kamtix.ca. FMI or interested in performing visit: facebook. com/kamloopsburlesque. ■■ Performing Arts Centre Open House on Oct. 8 at 11:30am to 1:30pm or 4 to 6:30pm at The Rex, 417 Seymour St. Presented by the KCBIA. ■■ Back to Beulah presented by TRU Actors Workshop Theatre on Oct. 8 to 10 and 15 to 17 at 7:30pm and 11:30am matinee on Oct. 16. At TRU’s Blackbox Theatre, Old Main. Tickets available at www.kamloopslive. ca. FMI call 250-377-6100. ■■ Sue Decker on Oct. 10 from 7 to 9pm at The Art We Are, 246 Victoria St. Admission at the door. ■■ Transition to and Life in Residential Care on Oct. 10 from 9am to 12pm at the Alzheimer Resource Centre, Suite 405 – 235 1st Ave. Free Alzheimer Society of BC workshop on easing the transition of a family member to residential care, the role the health authority and working effectively with a care team. Pre-registration required. Contact Tara Hildebrand at 250-377-8200 or thildebrand@alzheimerbc.org ■■ Thanksgiving at the Zoo on Oct. 12 from 9:30am to 4pm at BC Wildlife Park. Features a silent auction, BBQ burger and drink, Wildlife Miniature Train. FMI call 250-573-3242 ext. 259. ■■ Kamloops Old Time Fiddlers Dance on Oct. 17 from 7:30 to 10pm at Heritage House,
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Sue Decker will be performing at The Art We Are, 246 Victoria Street on October 10 from 7:00 to 9:00 pm. Sue’s soulful voice and slide guitar hold the audience gently as her songs embody the spirit of early blues, folk, bluegrass and country music. Admission at the door.
100 Lorne St. Enjoy dancing to Cowboy Two-step, waltzes, polkas, Schottisches, Fox trots and more! Admission at the door. FMI call 250-376-2330. ■■ TRU Fall Open House on Oct. 17. Over 50 booths, information sessions, tours and more! FMI visit: www.tru.ca/openhouse. ■■ Barnhartvale Coffee House with The Creeks on Oct. 17 at the Barnhartvale Hall. Doors at 7pm , music at 7:30pm. Admission at the door. FMI call 250-573-0025.
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■■ Getting to Know Dementia on Oct. 19 from 1 to 4pm at the Alzheimer Resource Centre, Suite 405 – 235 1st Ave. Free Alzheimer Society of BC workshop on basic information on dementia, help and support available and information on early planning. Pre-registration required. Contact Tara Hildebrand at 250-377-8200 or thildebrand@alzheimerbc.org. ■■ TVASC “Let’s Dance” on Oct. 24 at Kamloops Curling Club, 700 Victoria St. Cocktails
at 5:30pm, dance 6:30pm, dance 8pm to 12am. Music by the Evergreen Drifters. Tickets available by calling Zonia 250-3720091, Francoise 250-372-3782 or Norma 250-299-7221. FMI call 250-571-5111. ■■ Can-Ital Ladies Fall Dinner and Fashion Show on Oct. 28 at 7pm at the Colombo Lodge, 184 Lorne St. Fashions by 406 Sportswear, Look Boutique, Viva Bridal, Jardine’s Domaine and Genesis. Tickets available by calling Tina at 250-372-7655 or 250-372-2933. ■■ The Contenders on Nov. 7 at 7:30pm at the Sagebrush Theatre. Tickets available at Kamloops Live! Box Office 250-374-5483. Tour info: www.valdy.com. ■■ Interior Wellness Festival and Conference on Nov. 7 and 8 at the Coast Kamloops Conference Centre. Marketplace, workshops and more! FMI visit: www.InteriorWellness.com. ■■ Special Olympics 4th Annual Pin Party on Nov. 19 at 5:30 or 8pm at Falcon Lanes, 2020A Falcon Rd. 5 or 10 pin available. Door prizes, 50/50 draw, silent auction items and much more. FMI or to enroll your team, contact Michael at 250-318-0715 or calgaryagain@msn.com. ■■ Kamloops Family History Society Meetings take place at Heritage House, 100 Lorne St. on the fourth Thurs. of each month from 7 to 9pm from Sept. to May. If you are interested in genealogy, all are welcome. FMI call Catherine at 250-579-9108. ■■ Society for Creative Anachronism - Shire of Ramsgaard weekly practice/gathering on Mondays at 7pm at Stage House Theatre, 422 Tranquille Rd. FMI call Raynagh at 250-376-6676. ■■ Pagan Coffee Meet-Up on the third Thurs. of each month from 7 to 9pm at The Art We Are, 246 Victoria St. FMI join: Kamloops Pagan Community on facebook.
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Dear Libra (Sept. 24 - Oct. 23) The crowd might be calling for a second and even third encore but your heart needs a break. Yes, you’re the darling of the ball but recent dramas hurt more than you’re letting on and in the name of keeping the peace, you hid your rapidly draining emotions. Go for a long jog then hit the sauna. Some mind and body healing will help you refocus your goals and calm your soul. Dear Scorpio: (Oct. 24 - Nov. 22) Although you’re generally set in your ways when it comes to your habits, forms of communication and points of view, you do favour change when it leads to a better way. As the energy of this week progresses you’ll find yourself taking a new course of action to reach your goals. You’re growing up and how you communicate is about to change. Watch for accidents while driving. Dear Sagittarius: (Nov. 23 -Dec. 21) Although you’re super lucky both publicly and at work this astro-cycle, trouble is still brewing at the office. As much as you’d like to keep low and just do your job it appears that the fight is coming to your door. Stay focused and avoid unnecessary drama. Next week a friend or new job opportunity will come to the rescue. Dear Capricorn: (Dec. 22 - Jan. 20) Change is in the air for many signs but normally reserved Capricorn is feeling it the most. Your personal transformation is affecting your moods and in turn your outward appearance. For some, the change will be so dramatic that those closest won’t recognize you when you’re done. Your mind comes alive with new ideas as chance favours foreign encounters. Dear Aquarius: (Jan. 21 - Feb. 19) There’s no need to fight the tide or swim against the obvious. Luck is arriving through your partner and regardless of personal protests; it’s a journey you’d like to take. Travel calls as distant shores reach out for an encounter. Indulge but remember that your actions affect others. Dear Pisces: (Feb. 20 - Mar. 20) Your psychic intuition hits the mark in a joint financial project and lights abilities your partners didn’t know you had. A natural ability to avoid conflict and navigate through rough waters will lead you to a romantic windfall. Playing detective continues to unveil surprise rewards in both love and money. Dear Aries: (Mar. 21 - April 20) Your public image is transforming and as hard as you might try to hold on to the past, recent energies are pushing you forward. Practical efforts and a dedicated approach to details lead to big changes at work this week. A creative effort is blessed but stay within reach of your daily plan. Dear Taurus: (Apr. 21 - May 21) Fortune favours a creative and childlike effort but stay focused when called upon for action. Energies at a distance are undergoing big changes, which could sweep you up in their storm. Be patient and hold your ground but double check what you’d really like moving forward. Success follows honest communication. Dear Gemini: (May 22 - June 21) A fight seems to be brewing at home which will affect both your family and shared resources. A business partnership isn’t working out and it’s time for a change. Be brave. Your words will save the day. Love is waiting somewhere familiar. Dear Cancer: (June 22 - July 22) Love has a special plan for you this week. It might begin with a traffic jam or messages being delayed but the wait will place you right into the path of a destiny you’ve been waiting for. Watch your words and don’t push. Love is waiting for you to arrive a little late. Dear Leo: (July 23 - Aug 22) A recent financial blessing is changing your days. Not because it’s a life changing lump sum but because these rewards are accompanied by added responsibilities which demand attention and constant nurturing. A new life is given to an old dream. Dear Virgo: (Aug. 23 - Sept. 23) Restless energy fills your mood with a fighting spirit but unless you’re actively seeking trouble, there’s really no need to rock the boat. Fortune continues to bless behind the scenes and you’re luckier in more ways than you recognize. Take some “me” time to recharge your emotional stores and to reassess your values as you prepare to move forward. Astro-week Sonnyscopes courtesy of Collin Sonny Rosati, Vancouver Astrologer, Hypnotist. For personal readings visit thesunnyside.net.
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