Downtown Echo, October 4, 2012

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A heaping helping of humor and Sixties style love (Content warning: If you hate to laugh and have an aversion to idealists and hippie liberals, run!)

The innocence and optimism of romance novels often makes them the subject of much scorn and with good reason; the cheesy covers, cliché plots and weak characters are enough to make even the sappiest of us toss them aside and growl, “Come on!”

But, there are good romance novels. Local writer Mike Grant’s recently released title, White Wolf Moon may be on the All Romance online bookstore, but the karmic wisdom and laughs it offers is of equal, if not more, weight than the romance.

White Wolf Moon is set in Kamloops and Mike touts the character-driven story as semi-biographical. The book was based on some of his real experiences and as a result has reunited the writer with friends from his past.

Open space, music and living with your closest friends, what could be better? On the other side of flowers and love is Mike’s tale of poet/songwriter, Evan Morris and a different look at society and the relationships between Sixties festivalgoer types. A Kamloops journalism student, Jennifer MacAvoy is determined to uncover why

Reading his work again in hard copy, Mike does agree with the book being categorized in the romance genre but also added, “The strength of the book is in the humour.”

While working on the story, Mike would identify with the characters through role-playing exercises and actually record and critique himself as the different personalities. Those who have read the book have confessed that they would like to meet and spend time with these folk. One woman went so far as to proclaim, “If I ever met the real Evan I would toss my husband to the curb!”

At Second Glance Books, 448 Victoria Street, is hosting Mike’s book signing on Saturday, October 20 from 2:00pm to 4:00pm.

His laugh-out-loud novel is out on the bookshelves in time for Christmas although, the main • Non members welcome • Military experience not required thrust of the book launch will be • 5 minute drive from Downtown • Licensed this spring. It Premises will offer the per• Book your corporate parties, BBQ’s, fect birthday and weddings read parties for those who might like • Accepting Christmas bookings BOOK EARLY! something a little different or “on SPH - Fr Earlug Mar 22.indd 1 the lighter side”.

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250-554-1345 | www.anavets.ca sophical sojourn that will take you back to those lazy days quicker Evan suddenly departed the Six- logue, she not only uncovers his than you can say sunflower and it ties music scene to retire in Kam- secret but also comes to the un- will remind you that the Sixties is loops. Through interviews and nerving realization that indirect- indeed just a state of mind. wonderfully off-the-wall dia- ly she is a part of his past.

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Citizens recognized for acting on global issues Many British Columbians can feel powerless when it comes to local-global issues, such as poverty, human rights, and access to education. On September 28, the British Columbia Council for International Cooperation (BCCIC)’s Global Cooperation Awards will recognize two individuals and an organization who have found their own ways to make a difference on these issues.

15-year-old Alaina Podmorow of Kelowna founded the organization Little Women for Little Women in Afghanistan at the age of nine and has raised almost $400,000 for human rights initiatives in Afghanistan in the six years since. Jessica Fraser, cofounder of Mobile Movement, strives to achieve ‘people powered philanthropy’ by connecting the global north and the global south together using modern day technology. Youth groups in the slum communities in Kenya have been connected to businesses around the world using mobile phones.

Kamloops Firefighters Operation Nicaragua is a grass roots organization that grew from the strong needs that were apparent while a small group of firefighters visited a small village in Nicaragua.

They have raised awareness at home in Kamloops and travel to Nicaragua (paying all their own expenses) where they have supplied eight fire trucks, an ambulance, seven shipping containers

of humanitarian supplies,and arranged for construction of both a medical centre and community centre. A Kamloops elementary school took it upon themselves to bring in over 4500 pairs of shoes for the organization’s work.

Appreciation for their remarkable contributions to ending global poverty and promoting human rights will be demonstrated at an awards ceremony Friday, September 28 at 12 noon in the Italian Cultural Centre.

The Global Cooperation Awards aim to recognize individuals and organizations in BC who have made significant contributions to a particular global cause while demonstrating incredible leadership, attention to gender equality, environmental sustainability, and connections between BC and the world. The BCCIC, based in Vancouver, is a coalition of individuals and organizations committed to achieving sustainable human development.

These bi-annual awards aim to recognize exceptional contributions to international cooperation, to raise awareness about global issues and to inspire and inform British Columbians on how to take action themselves.

Join BCCIC in honouring these trailblazers and outstanding role models who have demonstrated their global vision. For more information on the awards and BCCIC, visit www.bccic.ca.

Time travel

In honour of the hospital’s 100th year on Columbia Street, contents of a 1911 time capsule were put out on display.

Additional contents were put into the box in 1980 when the “new” seven storey tower was constructed at RIH. Information and objects from 2012 were added before the box was reinstated in the hospital wall behind the 1911 cornerstone.

Pictured is RIH Surgical Services Manager Donna Porter reading a paper from the 1980 time capsule.

Open fire and fireworks prohibition The City of Kamloops has announced on October 1, effective immediately, the use of fireworks and open fires are prohibited in the city of Kamloops, due to the recent warm and dry weather. This ban is to help prevent human-caused wildfires and protect the public. During this time no permits will be issued for backyard burning or for the discharge of fireworks. The ban is in effect until October 31 or until the public is informed otherwise.

Connecting with events to mark Canadian Library Month The TNRD Library System is celebrating Canadian Library Month this month by exploring the theme “Libraries Connect.” Join us for e-book classes, author readings, art displays and other free events: E-books and audiobooks training: Wednesday, October 3, 7:00pm. An introduction to the Library To Go e-book and audiobook service. Installation of software, downloading books, media transfers, and placing holds on audiobooks will be covered.

Library online course: Wednesday, October 17, from 7:00pm to 8:30pm. The library

has many high-quality online resources, including Consumer Reports and other magazines, auto repair manuals, language-learning resources as well as an innovative newspaper service.

David Litvak (author) and Chris Nowlin (artist) Art show and author reading Thursday, October 4, 6:00 pm.

This event features a unique combination of art literature and technology. Meet us at the Kamloops Art Gallery to view the works of Chris

Nowlin, the cover-artist for the e-book Dancing with Bears On Kootenay Time. A reading with author David Litvak and a discussion of the medium of e-books will follow.

Art contest and Mini ComicCon for Teens Special Guest: Nina Matsumoto Submit 2-D comic or manga style art at the Kamloops Library before October 3 at 5 pm and attend the Mini Comic-Con October 6 at 2:00 pm.

Craig Jones: Author’s reading/Q & A Wednesday, October 10, 7:00 pm. Craig Jones, Queen’s Counsel for BC, offers a remarkable insider’s story of the court case against polygamists and the debate that ensued.

Larry Jacobsen: Author’s reading/Q & A Wednesday, October 17, 7:00 pm. Author and former miner Larry Jacobsen has collected a century of family histories of life in this small mining and logging town. The memoir recounts some strange and hilarious incidents of this frontier. and lifestyle program.

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CBC stars visit Daybreak launch Kamloops residents will hear CBC’s new morning show Daybreak Kamloops on air for the first time on October 9 at 6:00 am. As part of the launch of the new CBC Radio One current affairs show, a number of CBC celebrities will join Daybreak Kamloops host Shelley Joyce and the rest of the CBC team for a public open house and a week of special programming and live events.

“This is the moment we’ve been waiting for,” says Johnny Michel, managing director of British Columbia. “The team has been busy working for the last few months to put together a morning show that reflects the issues and stories that make Kamloops the vibrant and thriving city that it is.”

Activities kick off on October 9 with a public open house at the CBC bureau, 218 Victoria Street, from 6:00am to 2:00pm. The public has the opportu-

nity to meet Bob McDonald, host of CBC Radio One’s Quirks & Quarks; Graham Wardle, star of CBC television’s Heartland; and Mark Forsythe, host of BC Almanac from approximately 8:00am to 1:00pm.

Blenz will provide complimentary refreshments and Andrew Allen and Tiller’s Folly will perform. Open house guests will have a chance to win tickets to see Jesse Cook on December 13 at the Kamloops Convention Centre.

The new bureau fulfils CBC’s commitment of service expansion to Kamloops and is part of CBC’s 5-year strategic plan, “Everyone, Every Way”.

For more information go to http://www. cbc.radiocanada.ca/strategy2015/ CBC Radio One is available on 94.1 FM in Kamloops. For more information on CBC in Kamloops, visit cbc.ca/ kamloops

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Live broadcasts and other events include: October 9: 6:00am to 8:30am - Live broadcast of the first Daybreak Kamloops morning show with host Shelley Joyce and news anchor Doug Herbert.

6:00am to 10:00am - Live music with Andrew Allen 8:45am - Official opening with Johnny Michel, managing director of CBC British Columbia and proclamation by Mayor Peter Milobar Noon to 1:00pm - Live broadcast of BC Almanac with Mark Forsythe 10:00am to 2:00pm - Live Music by Tiller’s Folly October 13: 6:00am to 9:00am - Live broadcast of CBC Radio One’s North by Northwest with host Sheryl MacKay at Art We Are Café at 246 Victoria Street with guests Barney Bentall and Dustin Bentall with multi-instrumentalist Eric Reed. Entrance to this free event is first come, first seated.

October 16: 7:30pm (doors at 6:30 pm) - Live concert recording for CBC Radio One’s jazz show Hot Air with host Margaret Gallagher at The Parkside Lounge at the Interior Savings Centre, 300 Lorne Street. The concert opens with hometown favourites, the Anita Eccleston Quintet and closes with Victoria’s funky, new jazz outfit The HiFi. Entrance to this free event is by reservation. To get on the guest list, please email rsvp.radio@cbc.ca Seating is limited.

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Library hosts Story Dog Reading Program The TNRD Library System’s Kamloops Library is going to the dogs ... therapy dogs that is! The Library is partnering with St. John Ambulance and its Therapy Dog Services to offer the “Story Dog” program to help make reading easier, and more fun, for kids.

The program happens on Wednesdays, from 3:00 to 4:00 pm, starting October 10 and running until November 28. Kids or their parents interested in participating can either sign up at the Kamloops Library at 100-465 Victoria St., or they can simply drop in on Wednesdays.

The “Story Dog” Program is geared towards children between the ages of six and 11.

During each “Story Dog” session, a child spends 15 minutes in the companionship of Mollie, or another certified St. John Ambulance Therapy Dog like her, reading out loud and interacting. It has been found that when a therapy dog is listening, the environment is transformed and a child’s dread is replaced by eager

2012 Keystone Award winners named at Gala Saturday, September 22, CHBA Central Interior announced 20 winning entries in the 8th Annual Keystone Home Builders Awards of Excellence.

Due to popular demand, the black tie Gala was held at the Delta SunPeaks Hotel and Resort where 220 beautifully outfitted ladies and gentlemen gathered to honour the best in their industry.

CHBA CI President Brian Hayashi said, “The housing products showcased elected awes from the audience. Considering the unsettled state of the economy it is amazing to see the tremendous homes that have been built over the past year.”

The Gala emcee, recently retired, Kamloops Daily News Editor Mel Rothenburger, was in fine form. The interaction among Mayor Milobar, MLA Terry Lake and Mel was humorous and barbed but in good taste. A dance, featuring the sounds of the Kingpins, rounded out the evening.

Visit the association’s website chbaci.ca for a list of the categories and the winners.

anticipation, which allows learning to occur. The children also make enormous strides in their reading and communications skills while building self-esteem, confidence and social skills.

The volunteer organization St. John Ambulance has traditionally provided its Therapy Dog Services to hospitals, seniors’ residences, nursing homes and other care facilities. Patients who spend time with the dogs are found to have a better appetite, better sleep patterns, increased sociability and an overall improvement in quality of life.

Because of the success of Therapy Dog Services in care facilities, St. John Ambulance has expanded the program to help with literacy efforts. “Story Dog” uses the calming effect of the dogs to make it easier for children to read out loud. The dogs and volunteers undergo extensive orientation and training to ensure that interactions with children are as fun, safe and rewarding as they can possibly be.

Hot dog!

Hub International held their Customer Appreciation Day on September 18 with a hot dog barbeque! The team was offering a hot dog, bag of chips and pop by donation with all proceeds going to The Boys and Girls Club of Kamloops. Pictured here (L-R) are Sharon Larose, Sue Hallstrom, Jenna Hobson, Wendy Bronson, Karen Pearson and Rickie Armstrong.

Lucky dogs let out in River City Everyone wants a “Stand In” to take their place. Stand In’s aren’t just for people; however. On September 17, Tourism Kamloops launches their fall segment “Stand In” campaign with a twist.

The “Stand In” campaign concept plays with the idea of getting BC residents to get out of their mundane everyday situations, leaving their “Stand-In” to take their place while they are participating in fun activities in Kamloops. This

time, don’t forget the dog.

Whether your dog is stuck in the confines of an urban setting or hates visiting the vet – they too can have a chance to win a “Stand In” while they get away to dogfriendly Kamloops.

“We are excited to promote the abundance of dogfriendly amenities including numerous off leash hiking parks, beaches, dog friendly outdoor cafes and accommodation options,” said Tourism Kamloops’

CEO, Lee Morris. Tourism Kamloops is offering a “Lucky Dog” getaway package including accommodation, two VIP tickets to the Cesar Milan Tour on November 9th, a couple’s massage at Canada’s only ginseng spa and more. Tell @tourismkamloops when your dog needs a stand in to take their place for a chance to win a ‘Lucky Dog’ getaway to Kamloops. Visit standin.ca for more information.

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House of Style.

House of fun.

Welcome to the House of Carmond.

It’s hard to believe that eight months ago the patrons of Downtown Kamloops were peeking in through the window of a new business opening on Victoria Street. What caused all the attention was clearly a sign of major renovations going on in this once modest space. People talked about what they thought it was going to be. A clothing store? A new pub perhaps? What ended up gracing the 300 block was the very chic and stylish, House of Carmond.

This was Kamloops newest boutique style salon. The inspiration for the space is a mix between a high end New York salon and the charm and warmth of an Irish pub.

This full concept, Joico Salon, (meaning they exclusively offer and use only the finest of Joico products), is owned and operated

by Raymond Salmond. Raymond is BC’ s lead color educator for Joico Professional and has been in the industry for eight years. His team is made up of three other stylists, Anna Husband, Melissa Weir and Twyla Norstrom, as well as the very charming, front of house host and part owner Lee Peters.

“At the House of Carmond you can expect an environment geared towards passion, drive and education. However, we don’t take ourselves too seriously.” Says Raymond of his salon.

“It’s a relaxed, casual, fun atmosphere, with a sense of style.”

And Raymond is right. When you first walk in to the salon, you are

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Experimental tendencies with Webley aWaits All the cool kids will want to hang out on October 19, 20 and 21 at the PaTheatre when BC Living Arts presents Webley aWaits - a concert exAvilion SOCIALLY INTERACTIVE GAMING EXPERIENCE

perience with a different look and approach from Alan Corbishley. Based on the music of Tom Waits and contemporary Jason Webley, this will be a musical theatrical romp.

• real Board &and Card Games The music is exciting and the show promises experimental elements us• ing Magic: The Gathering what could be “found” percussion such as kitchen utensils, bottles and A SPECIAL junkyard type items. The fantastic ensemble of performers will include a EVENING OF • lead Yu-Gi-Oh • Video Games performance from 2012 Kamloops Idol, Rob Threlfall, along with SheMUSIC & SONG James, Richard Taylor, Neil Brun, Kris Ruston and Richard Graham.

• anna Dungeons & Dragons featuring Webley and Waits’ tunes are clever and the style is almost impossible to The Salvation Army’s put in a box. This musical journey will follow a man as he enters a mid-life crises and allows his desires to lead him down dangerous paths.

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Saturday, October 13 at The Kamloops Christian School Theatre Tickets $10.00 For reservations, call 250 554-1611 (Major Sharleen or Joyce) on or before Tuesday, October 9

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Confluence in the Cube

Cigars are literally for every kind of guY Cigars are for classy and successful types, old geezers with lots of stories to tell, mafia bosses, new fathers, married guys that play poker once a month and drunken aging frat boys partying like there is no tomorrow.

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The Kamloops Art Gallery will present an exhibition of work

by Ernie Kroeger in the Cube, entitled Confluence on now through November 3.

Ernie Kroeger brings together historical and contemporary images in an examination of the confluence of the North and South Thompson rivers, a natural phenomenon that has been central to the shaping of Kamloops.

Confluence traces Kamloops’ history through text and photographs, speaking to the city’s historical relationship to the rivers. The word “Kamloops” is derived from the Shuswap word “Tk’emlúps,” mean-

ing “confluence.”

The text portion of the exhibition reveals the many iterations of the city’s name, sourced from signs, books, magazines, encyclopaedias, local historical accounts, and the Internet. The images include a collection of archival photographs from the Kamloops Museum and archives across Canada as well as recent digital photo-

graphs and imagery taken from Google Earth. Together, the images and text form a narrative that creates a kind of memory map of the river valley. The exhibition investigates a locale that is intrinsic to Kamloops’ identity and embedded in the cultural fabric of this place. The project comes together as Kamloops celebrates its bicentennial throughout 2012.

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Important Notice to Motorists and Businesses The City of Kamloops will be conducting extensive road rehabilitation work from September 29, 2012, until October 30, 2012 on the following roads:

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Summit Drive from Columbia St to Springhill Dr Victoria Street from 1st Ave to 5th Ave

Motorists can expect significant delays. To avoid these delays, motorists are advised to please use alternative routes. When driving in the area, please slow down, use caution, note any temporary detours and obey all traffic control persons.I want to go out drinking and hanging Whenever Driveway access to businesses mayitbe restricted to with the fellas, I top offtemporarily with a smooth cigar. accommodate construction, and we regret any inconvenience this may cause. If you’re in Kamloops there’s no place better than

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Kamloops Library is looking to help you turn over a healthy leaf with a free seminar hosted by dietitian Laura Kalina and personal trainer Cheryl Christian on October 23 at 6:30 p.m.

Building on the success on their international bestseller Low GI (Glycemic Index) Meals in Minutes Cookbook, Kalina and Christian are excited to announce the launch of their newest project, the Low GI Challenge, a program that has helped thousands achieve optimal health.

In the seminar you will learn about: • Weight management and weight loss using the glycemic index.

• How to boost your energy and immune system.

• Eating for diabetes prevention & management.

• Benefits of cellular nutrition for disease prevention.

• The importance of active living.

• Low-glycemic challenge tools and resources.

Anyone interested in participating in the free seminar should contact the library to reserve a spot.

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warning! This publication is not suitable, and not intended, for children and those with a weak sense of humour. If you meet these requirements, stop reading immediately and secure your parents permission. In fact stop and call your parents anyway. Thank them for bringing you into the world. Thank them for raising you. How long has it been since you told Mom you loved her? Too long, I bet. Go ahead, call her now.

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The captain’s red shirt keeps them fighting Long ago, when sailing ships ruled the waves, a captain and his crew were in danger of being boarded by a pirate ship. As the crew became frantic, the captain bellowed to his first mate, “Bring me my red shirt!” The first mate quickly retrieved the captain’s red shirt, which the captain put on and led the crew to battle the pirate boarding party. Although some casualties occurred among the crew, the pirates were repelled.

Later that day, the lookout screamed that there were two pirate vessels sending boarding parties. The crew cowered in fear, but the captain, calm as ever bellowed, “Bring

me my red shirt!” And once again the battle was on. However, the captain and his crew repelled both boarding parties, though this time more casualties occurred.

Weary from the battles, the men sat around on deck that night recounting the day’s occurrences when an ensign looked to the captain and asked, “Sir, why did you call for your red shirt before the battle?”

The captain, giving the ensign a look that only a captain can give, exhorted, “If I am wounded in battle, the red shirt does not show the wound and thus, you men will continue to fight unafraid.”

The men sat in silence marveling at the courage of such a man. As dawn came the next morning, the lookout screamed that there were pirate ships, ten of them, all with boarding parties on their way.

The men became silent and looked to the captain, their leader, for his usual command.

The captain, calm as ever, bellowed, “Bring me my brown pants!”

The difference between cats and dogs What is a Cat? Cats do what they want. They rarely listen to you. They’re totally unpredictable. When you want to play, they want to be alone. When you want to be alone, they want to play. They expect you to cater to their every whim. They’re moody. They leave hair everywhere.

Conclusion: They’re tiny women in little fur coats.

What is a Dog? Dogs spend all day sprawled on the most comfortable piece of furniture in the house. They can hear a package of food opening half a block away, but don’t hear you when you’re in the next room. They can look dumb and lovable at the same time. They growl when they are not happy. When you want to play, they want to play. When you want to be alone, they want to play. They leave their toys everywhere. They do disgusting things with their mouths and then try to give you a kiss. They go right for your crotch as soon as they meet you.

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Volunteer with our Speed Watch program during the week. It is designed to educate drivers and reduce incidents of speeding.

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Assist the RCMP with our Citizens on Patrol program. Patrol neighbourhoods, recover stolen vehicles and observe and report suspicious activity An in-depth screening is part of the application process.

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Football playing turkey The pro football team had just finished their daily practice session when a large turkey came strutting onto the field. While the players gazed in amazement, the turkey walked up to the head coach and demanded a tryout. Everyone stared in silence as the turkey caught pass after pass and ran right through the defensive line. When the turkey returned to the sidelines, the coach shouted, “You’re terrific! Sign up for the season, and I’ll see to it that you get a huge bonus.”

“Forget the bonus,” the turkey said, “All I want to know is, does the season go past Thanksgiving Day?”

Singing bullfrog A man walks into a bar and asks the bartender, “If I show you a really good trick, will you give me a free drink?” The bartender considers it, then agrees. The man reaches into his pocket and pulls 10/11 outOct a tiny rat. He reaches into his other pocket and pulls out a tiny piano. The rat stretches, cracks his knuckles, and proceeds to play the blues.

After the man finished his drink, he asked the bartender, “If I show you an even better trick, will you give me free drinks for the rest of the evening?” The bartender agrees, thinking that no trick could possibly be better than the first.

The man reaches into his pocket and pulls out a tiny rat. He reaches into his other pocket and pulls out a tiny piano. The rat stretches, cracks his knuckles, and proceeds to play the blues. The man reaches

into another pocket and pulls out a small bullfrog, who begins to sing along with the rat’s music. 2/6/12 11:13:27 AM While the man is enjoying his beverages, a stranger confronts him and offers him $100,000 for the bullfrog. “Sorry,” the man replies, “he’s not for sale.” The stranger increases the offer to $250,000 cash up front. “No,” he insists, “he’s not for sale.” The stranger again increases the offer, this time to $500,000 cash. The man finally agrees, and turns the frog over to the stranger in exchange for the money.

“Are you insane?” the bartender demanded. “That frog could have been worth millions to you, and you let him go for a mere $500,000!” “Don’t worry about it.” The man answered. “The frog was really nothing special. You see, the rat’s a ventriloquist.”

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If you pay more than of your household income for housing Help us make a HAP video that describes the diversity of people affected by affordable housing issues.

Take a close-up digital photo & visit the HAP website to upload it! We will post it on our website & social media in the “It makes sense to care” campaign December 2012.

Min 1Mb les, full frame close-ups please! www.Kamloopshap.ca/donateyourface

Homelessness Action Week October 8th -12th 2012 Project Homeless Connect Event

Friday October 12th 1-5:30pm Spirit Square, North Shore, McKenzie & Yew Connecting homeless & at-risk people with supports. Free Flu shots from the IHA Street Nurses - Valleyview Overlanders Lions Club free BBQ - Music by Full of Excuses & Eclectic DJ Services , services from local community agencies, & the HAP Partners

Homeless Count 2012 Oct 19th Want to help? Volunteer Training Friday Oct 12 or Monday Oct 15 5 – 6:00pm at ASK Wellness Centre, 433 Tranquille Rd

Deliver Donations - Oct 1st-12th

For Project Homeless Connect & Homeless Count 2012

we need: Clothing : socks, toques,

gloves, sweaters, blankets, long underwear, Food : bo�led water, food coupons, coffee coupons, granola bars, Hygiene : deodorant, toothbrushes, toothpaste, bars of soap, washcloths, lip balm, lo�on, nail clippers, travel shampoos, & feminine hygiene products

Kamloops Homelessness Action Plan 177 Victoria St, Kamloops BC t. 250.372.9933 ext 110 e. info@kamloopshap.ca

It makes sense to care… … about the right supports for a variety of people. ...different solu�ons for different people from the street homeless to the working poor; from children to senior ci�zens. … about the costs of homelessness; up to 5x as much when people are not housed, cos�ng everyone in society through health care, supports, community safety & correc�ons. … about affordable housing; from shelters to subsidized housing, from market rentals to affordable home ownership. CMHC states that no one should pay more than 30% of their income for housing. … about changing policies that make it hard to nd & keep housing. Ge�ng ahead of the problem means savings in the long term with real change instead of temporary solu�ons. … about partnerships that include; the private market, all levels of government, non-prots, community agencies, the faith community, chari�es, & the business sector.

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Songsters and choristers raise their voices ■■ The Kamloops Film Society’s Fall Film Series at the Paramount Theatre, 5th and Victoria. Safety Not Guaranteed on Oct. 4 at 7pm.

Tickets available at Moviemart or at the door. KFS membership required.

■■ “Upcycle” From Trash to Treasure until Oct. 31 at the Old Courthouse Gallery, 7 West Seymour St. Creative reuse and repurpose of reclaimed materials

by Karen Hanna. Open 10 to 5, Tues to Fri, 10 to 4, Sat. Free parking, handicap accessible, no HST. ■■ John Gilliat World Music Ensemble - Oct. 5 at 7:30pm at the North Shore Community Centre, 452 - 730 Cottonwood Avenue. Purchase tickets through Kamloops Live Box Office, kamloopslive.com or call 250-374-5483.

Contenders in concert - The Contenders, Valdy and Gary ■■ Mini Comic-Con on Oct. 6 Fjellgaard, will be in concert on Saturday, November 10 at 8:00 pm at 2pm at the Kamloops Library. at the Sagebrush Theatre. Their 12th annual tour is in support of Apperance by manga artist Nina George Ryga Week in BC. George Ryga was one of Canada’s most Matsumoto. Prize for best costume. significant literary figures. He was a prolific playwright and author best ■■ The Art We Are, 246 Victoria known for writing The Ecstasy of Rita Joe. Tickets can be purchased St. 250-828-7998. Caliente on through Kamloops LIVE Box Office by calling 250-374-5483 or online at kamloopslive.ca.

Oct. 6 at 8pm.

■■ 7th Annual Clinton Art and ■■ “Post Apocalypse” www.tru.ca/athletics/commuArtisan Show and Sale on Oct. Burlesque at the Blue Grotto, nity/vegas.

5 from 6 to 9pm and Oct. 6 and 7 319 Victoria St. On Oct. 11. ■■ Back to Black Fundraiser from 1 to 6pm at 306 Lebourdais Doors at 8pm for a +19 show. Banquet presented by New Life Avenue FMI or interested in performing: Mission on Oct. 27 at 6pm at the ■■ Annual Teddy Bear Picnic visit facebook.com/kamloops- Grand Hall TRU, 900 McGill at the BC Wildlife Park on Oct. burlesque.

Rd. FMI or tickets contact 2508 from 9:30am to 4pm. FMI con- ■■ 50 piece Brass Band & 372-9898 tact 250-573-3242 ext 226 or visit Songster Brigade on Oct. 13 at ■■ Kamloops Human Library www.bczoo.org.

The Kamloops Christian School project - fourth Saturday of each ■■ Kamloops Arts Council Theatre. FMI or tickets contact month (Oct. 27, Nov. 24) from Annual General Meeting on Major Sharleen or Joyce at 250 3 to 5pm at the Smorgasbord Oct. 9 from 6:30pm at the Old 554-1611 on or before Oct. 9.

Deli, 255 7th Ave. FMI contact Courthouse Cultural Centre, 7 ■■ TRU Sports Task Force Lissa Millar at humanlibrarian@ West Seymour St. Please RSVP Fundraising Night on Oct. 26 gmail.com.

by Oct. 5 to info@kamloopsarts. beginning at 6:30pm at TRU ■■ Dale Redfern Solo Art Show Oct 4 ca or call 250-372-7323 gymnasium. Register online at specializing in Black on White

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pencil at the Kamloops Art Council’s Main Gallery at the Old Courthouse, 7 West Seymour St. until Oct. 27.

■■ Photographer Brad Hill public slide show presented by Kamloops Photo Arts Club on Nov. 2 from 7 to 9pm at TRU Clock Tower Alumni Theatre.

Tickets at Kamloops Live! Box Office 250-374-5483.

■■ Meals on Wheels is in need of volunteer drivers for meal delivery to participants’ homes, Tuesdays and Thursdays throughout the city. Call 250-554-3134 to volunteer or for more information.

■■ Kamloops Happy Choristers invites new members age 55 and over to join for fun, singing, harmony and a variety of songs under the direction of Mary Jackson.

Wednesdays from 9:30 to 11am at the Heritage House, 100 Lorne St. FMI call Sharon at 250-579-9505.

■■ Kamloops Family History Society meetings take place the 4th Thurs. of each month (Sept. to May) 7 to 9pm at Heritage House, 100 Lorne St. FMI call 250-3725679.

■■ Ladies Kamloops Afternoon Curling Club invites all lady curlers to join the curling league at the Kamloops Curling Club, 700 Victoria St. on Tues. and Thurs. from 1 to 3pm. League begins the beginning of Oct. FMI call Joan Epp at 250-376-7136.

■■ Kamloops Stroke Recovery Group invites people who have suffered a stroke and their caregivers to their meetings the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Thursday of the month from 10:30am-1pm, To confirm meeting dates, location and FMI call 250-320-1348.

North Shore Community Centre’s 8th Annual Fall

Antiques & Collectibles Sale October 13 &14

Sat 9am - 4pm & Sun 9am -3pm LOCATION: 730 Cottonwood Ave. ADMISSION: Adults $4, Children under 12 are FREE!

730 Cottonwood Avenue, Kamloops North Shore More information 250-376-4777 • nsccs.webs.com

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Your Horoscope LIBRA (Sept 24-Oct 23) New relationships could Septevolve 20, 27through group activities. You may find your nights sleepless due to bad dreams. You can work in conjunction with those in the know in order to get to the bottom of any pending issue. Travel will cost more than you expect.

SCORPIO (Oct 24-Nov 22) Plan your social events carefully. Be careful not to consume too many spicy foods, or minor health problems could put you out of commission for the day. You can get good solid advice from relatives or close friends you trust.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov 23-Dec 21) This is a good week to check out your investments. Your partner may make you feel jealous and unloved. Don’t let others take advantage of your good nature. Compromise may be necessary.

CAPRICORN (Dec 22-Jan 20) Raise your self esteem and your confidence if you want to get back into the mainstream again. You could make extra cash through creative hobbies. Be careful to avoid wrong doings.

You can meet someone very dear to you if you get out and socialize.

AQUARIUS (Jan 21-Feb 19) It is time to clear your decks. Don’t push your mate if you want to keep this union going. You should take good care of your health; get lots of rest. People you live with will not be terribly happy with you regardless of what you do this week.

PISCES (Feb 20-Mar 20) Your position may be in question if you haven’t been pulling your weight. You need an energetic outlet that will help you dissipate your anxiety. Don’t be too eager to give a piece of your mind or even your opinion this week. ControlSept your anger.

6, 13 ARIES (Mar 21-April 20) Your best efforts will come through hard work. Call a good friend. Regardless of your first reaction, the outcome will be favorable. Outbursts of passion may cause arguments with your mate.

TAURUS (Apr 21-May 21) Loss is evident if you don’t consider all the angles. Make plans that will take you to exotic destinations. You must not allow them to force you to rush. Secret enemies may be holding a grudge that you’re not even aware of.

GEMINI (May 22-June 21) You will be well looked upon due to your compassionate and giving nature. You may want to put everyone to work on a project that will keep them all too busy to complain. Take a close look at contracts and agreements that have been offered to you.

CANCER (June 22-July 22) Avoid any hassles. Try to iron out any friction over money with your mate or conflicts could prevail. You have to believe in yourself and your talents. Avoid being overly opinionated or you will alienate friends.

LEO (July 23-Aug 22) Don’t share your dilemma with those you work with. Don’t count on getting any help from those you live with. You hard work and dedication will payoff, so stick to your guns and do your job well. Limitations with females could lead to unfortunate circumstances.

VIRGO (Aug 23-Sept 23) Comfort is a necessity. Check your motives. A romantic dinner, followed by a quiet evening with the one who is enticing you, should be most satisfying. Your ability to help others will win you points.

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