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An evolution through art and writing Back in 1970, Elon Newstrom was inspired to take an old tricycle down to the yards in Vancouver to have it run over a few times by a steamroller or two. It was to become his first sculpture, and once it was assembled - with concrete and rebar – and ready for installation, he named it Child’s Brain. In retrospect, it was a perfect expression of where he was at, though he was unable to articulate it at the time. Elon was still in the throes of addiction, struggling to recover from what he learned through hours of therapy to be an abusive childhood. After a time spent displayed in front of the Architecture Building at UBC and then being passed from friend to friend as a novelty, the sculpture was cast aside at some point and now rests deep in the Ladner landfill. Over 40 years later, well into a long recovery from childhood pain and substance abuse, he has created another sculpture on the same tricycle theme that brings his healing full-circle. “Last January I enrolled in Doug Buis’s sculpture class at TRU. I’d
had a second trike for a few years, sitting on my front porch waiting for another steamroller opportunity to recreate the original piece,” jokes the local artist and writer. “But evolution had something else in mind. My focus started to shift. I’d done that inner child work and realized I’m not that abused child’s brain anymore.” So he reached back to claim some fond memories from his early years, and created Meccano Child
– a small boy fashioned out of ‘meccano,’ his favourite childhood construction toy – who sits atop the tricycle, ready to ride. But the use of artistic outlet in the healing process didn’t stop there for Elon. While working on the new
Local artist Elon Newstrom with his first sculpture, Child’s Brain (inset) and his more recent creation, Meccano Child.
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piece, his writer’s mind was triggered and he wrote a poem based on a story about his own childhood curiosity. The World on Rigsby Street, Penticton, 1948 describes his fascination with motor vehicles, and how he was drawn to them from an early age, first in the voice of his mother as she told the story to him, then from the perspective of the child himself in the final stanza. “I have always been writing, carving, puttering in the arts, but I had very low self-esteem and just didn’t have the audacity to call myself an artist,” says Elon, who doesn’t only selfidentify as an artist these days, but has boldly – and successfully – curated his own work into a public space. “I was at Caffe Motivo, talking to Ian Harding, telling him what I was up to, and he offered me his window to display the sculpture and poem together,” boasts Elon, who then had the poem professionally printed to display with the sculpture, both of which still greet customers as they walk into the Victoria Street coffee shop. – continued on page 2
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Rodeo queen Congratulation to Rachel Kerr of South Kamloops Senior Secondary on winning the title of All Around Cowgirl for the Province of BC at the BC Highschool Rodeo Finals, held in Quesnel last weekend. Rachel competes in Cutting, Barrel Racing, Pole Bending, Goat Tying and Roping.
Affordable home ownership to become a reality A variety of people attended the launch of KUC’s affordable housing sale. This housing includes units for those earning $85,000 a year or less who can’t afford a down payment on a new home. Purchasers of 41 of the 56 residential units are eligible to have 10 percent of the price carried by the church, said Jennifer Keim, the redevelopment’s co-chairwoman. The offer gives people who can afford a mortgage but can’t get the money together for a down payment the chance to own a new home, she said. To the best of Jennifer’s knowledge, this is the first time a downtown development has offered suites for $150,000 to $270,000. “Most of the developments have been high end, $400,000-plus type things,” said Keim. “We’re so proud to be able to offer this.” The church is working with B.C. Housing and Canada Mortgage and Housing to create affordable housing. Marketing co-chairwoman Mary Ann Milobar said financing for the
project will be repaid as units are sold. “It’s quite unique, I think, for Kamloops,” she said. At the launch was a mockup of the site, plans for each floor and suites on display. Information folders were available and a presentation team was there to answer questions people had. This information is now available by contacting the church and making an appointment with a presentation team member. The project is a redevelopment of the existing church. The ground floor will be administration and floors two through six will be residential. There will be a rooftop patio with planters so people can plant vegetables or flowers or whatever they like. Mayor Peter Milobar was on hand at the June 10 “Launch” to open the sale. People enjoyed refreshments, had the opportunity and possibly find a new home or to simply share in the celebration of this housing initiative. For more information phone KUC’s Marketing Co-Chair, Mary Ann at 250-374-6585.
The World on Rigsby Street Penticton, 1948 One summer afternoon when I was three I got up from my nap, shucked my diaper, snuck past my mother, got on my trike and pedaled up to Wade Avenue to watch cars go by buck naked. That wasn’t important. Cars and trucks were important. On June 11, Kamloops United Church invited the public to come and celebrate as Mayor Peter Milobar officially opened the 56 unit housing development for sale. The new development is designed to help make home ownership in Kamloops a reality for everyone.
RCMP investigation on pin pad scam instances Since June 13, Kamloops RCMP have received three calls about attempted pin pan scams. There is a method being utilized where the suspect’s initial transaction gets declined, to which they offer to try another payment option. The suspect continues to handle the pin pad machine and appears to be trying to complete the transaction, however; during this time, a key sequence is entered in an attempt to give their self a credit. At this
– continued from page 1 “My self esteem has really blossomed and I’m not afraid to toot my horn now,” he says of his journey of self-discovery. “Now I’d love to help other artists get their work out for the public to see. There is so much talent around here.” In the meantime, Elon is working toward finishing a degree in Interdisciplinary Studies at TRU, exploring the relationship between how we think and what we do, make and produce. His own evolution through art and writing makes a compelling case for such a study, and shows how the creative process can both unearth pain and put it to rest. Rebecca Stewart
point in the investigations, it appears that the suspects may have been successful on one of the attempts. Investigators are comparing the three instances to determine if the cases involve the same suspect(s). Merchants are being warned to review their debit machine protocols with staff, ensuring that all transactions are either entered by clerks or supervised by clerks.
I knew what went on at my house My mother cooked and cleaned. Sometimes a car came down Rigsby Street. On Wade Avenue there were way more cars Busyness! Why dey go Dey animals, or peoples? What make dem go? Where dey come from? Why dey get smaller? Elon Newstrom
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Kiss and Tell: A royal affair The Royal Inland Hospital has a secret but it’s one that they want you to find out. Two years ago, the RIH Foundation started a gala dinner as part of their fundraising campaign. The gala, however, competed with many other excellent events and so the organizing committee tackled the question: “What can we do differently?” The answer? Create mystery and intrigue. And so, the RIH Foundation presents a Royal Affair – a fundraising event like no other. Deviating from the traditional gala format used in the past, this year’s event will be nothing short of an adventure. Not much can be said other than the most basic of information without revealing the secret. Held at a mystery location,
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CAP team happy to help in any way Hello, Kamloops! Rory here with the be continuing to promote business in weekly KCBIA CAP Team article and Kamloops downtown core, while mainwhat an eventful week it has been! On taining a safe and hospitable environment Wednesday, June 12 we hosted our annual for tourists and Kamloopsians alike. We KCBIA golf tournament at are on patrol Monday through the Dunes Golf Course. I am Saturday 9:00am to 8:00pm very pleased to announce and 12:00pm to 6:00pm on what a great success it was, Sunday, so if you see us out on with beautiful weather and one of our patrols and have any a great time had by all. We questions or concerns wave us raised more than $6000, a down and we will assist you new record! All the funds however we can, or feel free raised through this tournato drop by our Customer Care ment are used to help support Information Kiosk that is set the CAP team, keeping us CAP comments up Friday through Saturday on the streets; assisting busi- Rory McKerchar on the 300 block of Victoria nesses, tourists and the pubStreet. lic. On behalf of the KCBIA and the CAP The CAP Team can be reached at 250Team, I would like to thank the sponsors, 572-3008 or 250-574-3009, or you can participants and donors that made the reach us at our Customer Care Information tournament such a great success. Kiosk at 250-572-3017. We are happy to In the months ahead the CAP team will help in any way we can!
Knitters needed to bomb trees! Kamloops is hosting the BC Seniors Games in August and the Seniors Activity Centre is supporting Kamloops Art Gallery in their efforts to decorate the trees on Victoria Street. The Seniors Activity Centre will be “decorat-
ing” a few trees and they are looking for volunteers to knit or crochet. They are also accepting donations of yarn as many people have a collection hiding in their basement. Dust off the cobwebs and get yourself over to the Seniors Activity
Centre on the North Shore on June 11 at 11:00am for a day of yarn bombing fun. The Activity Centre is located in the Brock Shop at 9A 1800 Tranquille Road. For more information please call Brandi at 778-470-6000.
Dear Editor, For years, Kamloopsians saw Randy Dewitt going about his rounds around town. Many ignored the rough diamond covered by his apparently downand-out incarnation. It was their loss. His enigmatic, cantankerous realism survived an industrial accident that changed his social footing. Friends and agreeable strangers enjoyed his authentic sense of humour, which offered a wide range of unique local insights. He was fiercely loyal and left inconsolably bereft when two dear friends passed away. Randy’s Kamloops had a side that few know and fewer survive. He joked when violence from our streets showed on his face and hands. His tough luck and people’s pity interfered with his intended sense of style. He sheathed dignity in places few still look. Although friends occasionally wanted to strangle him out of concern, they instead wound up hugging him. Of the human facets we all reveal, from victory to compromise, Randy Dewitt’s integrity and perseverance stand to be missed. His pretences were few in a world entrenching them. He honoured his debts knowing life’s real expenses. A rarity, Randy shared hope wherever and whenever he found it with whoever treasured it. This kind, kind-ofgrouch was an authentic feature of Kamloops. Our streets will be eerie without this neighbour to haunt them. RIP Randy Dewitt. Christopher Buchner Kamloops
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Make some time for yourself and fresh summer Blenz As you stroll down Victoria Street, be sure to make Blenz Coffee one of your stops. At the corner of Victoria and Second Avenue, there are both a bright and inviting interior and big outdoor patio waiting for you. Owned and operated by Branka Gajic and her son Nik, it has become the charming destination in the downtown core for a premium coffee or exotic tea. The Blenz Coffee is the fulfillment of a dream Branka and Nik had for many years – a place where people feel welcome, where customer service is key, and where they could help build the Kamloops community. “And where we can serve the best coffee and tea in town!” adds Branka. Once inside this former bank, you will see their pride of ownership – a cheery and delightful coffee shop staffed by skillful and friendly baristas, with lots of cozy places to sit. Pleasant background music, plenty of newspapers
and magazines and free wireless Internet will all help you while away the afternoon. Indulge in a pastry with your beverage - they are made locally in Kamloops. The staff will do their best to bring your order to your table, too! “The Blenz Coffee brand is built upon authentic crafted beverages,” enthuses Branka. “And now, just in time for a hot Kamloops summer, the Blenz Shaken Iced Tea is back!” She adds that Blenz iced teas are made from scratch from organic whole leaf teas and urges everyone to try the hojicha Japanese green tea or the new Dragon black tea – both are available in one of their new flavours: kiwi lime, guava lemon, or citrus pear. A great place to sit inside and talk, or sit outside and watch downtown go by, Blenz Coffee is located at 210 Victoria Street and is open from 7:00am to 11:00pm Monday through Saturday, and on Sundays from 10:00am to 7:00pm. Rebecca Stewart
Branka and Nik can be found living their dream of serving delicious coffee from their Blenz Coffee shop, located at 210 Victoria Street.
Local Chefs announced for THRiVE Festival’s Iron Chef competition The first ever Kamloops THRiVE Iron Chef Competition is drawing very near. Similar to the popular TV show, watch the battles unfold live as professional chefs from throughout the region go head-to-head cooking culinary delights using mystery ingredients local to this region. This inaugural event to the City of Kamloops showcases top culinary talent from the region. The following participants as part of this exciting event: Ariana’s Café (Kamloops); Delta Sun Peaks (Sun Peaks); Noble Pig Brewhouse (Kamloops); Sanbiki (Kamloops); Table 24 (Salmon Arm); Terra (Kamloops). City Councillor Cavers, who also runs the local catering company Conscientious Catering, is a
perfect addition to the organizing team, helping create a specific ‘100 Mile Diet’ ingredient list for the participating chefs. By adhering to these principles, not only will THRiVE promote healthy living, but also strengthen the local farming community and economy, a practice Cavers mod-
els his business after. With the Festival’s overall purpose of creative community building, there will be an array of culinary experiences to choose from. The festival will feature workshops taught by the TRU Culinary Arts Program lead instructors; a market place offering some local-
ly made, take-home tasty treats; hands-on demos and workshops lead by BC nutritionist, Adam Hart and so much more. The Iron Chef competition will take place over June 22 and 23 in a round robin style, with the finals happening at 2:00pm on Saturday. Visit thrivefestival.ca.
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Tania Willard appointed as Aboriginal Curator at KAG The Kamloops Art Gallery announced the appointment of Tania Willard as Aboriginal Curator in Residence. Her residency with the Kamloops Art Gallery will begin in October 2013 and run until April 2015. The Canada Council residency program supports Canadian Aboriginal curators at their chosen host institution to develop their curatorial practice. The purpose of the program is to expand the national pool of Aboriginal curatorial professionals who are of First Nations, Inuit and Métis origins. Tania is from the Secwepemc
Nation and has recently returned to live and work on the Neskonlith Indian Reserve near Kamloops. She has extensive experience working with aboriginal contemporary arts organizations and has had great success in her past Canada Council Aboriginal Curator residency in Vancouver. It was through this residency that Willard co-curated Beat Nation: Art Hip Hop and Aboriginal Culture with Kathleen Ritter, former Associate Curator at the Vancouver Art Gallery, featuring 27 contemporary Aboriginal artists. Beat Nation is currently touring nationally until 2014 and will
be presented at the Kamloops Art Gallery June 29 to September 7, 2013. Willard is also a practicing visual artist who has worked as an artist in residence with Gallery Gachet in Vancouver’s Downtown East Side and the Banff Centre’s visual arts residency, fiction and Trading Post. Willard’s curatorial and artistic practice is engaged within the shifting ideas around contemporary and “traditional”, often working with bodies of knowledge and skills that conceptually link the intersections between Aboriginal and other cultures.
Tania Willard’s residency with the Kamloops Art Gallery will begin in October 2013 and run until April 2015.
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destination mainstage 8 Day Play Festival With matinees and nightly performances at the Sagebrush Theatre
Promotional image courtesy of Jo LeFlufy Photography
July 5-July 13
General Admission $22 • TBC Members $19 Seniors/Students $19 • Children 14 and under $14 Event & Family Passes Available
Tickets: 250.374.5483 • Info: 778.471.5620
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Boredom busting solo and group adventures ■■ Pema Chödrön’s Latest Teachings “The Marks of Our Existence” on June 12, 19, 26, July 3 at 7pm at Shambhala Meditation Group of Kamloops, 433b Lansdowne St. FMI visit: www. kamloops.shambhala.org or Liz 250-376-4224 ■■ Marj Briggs’ Nature in Glass at Kamloops Art Councils Main Gallery, 7 Seymour St. West until June 22. Gallery hours: Tues. to Fri. 10am to 5pm and Sat. 10am to 4pm. ■■ Oh Village on June 22 from 8 to 10pm at The Art We Are. 246 Victoria St. 250-828-7998. ■■ Alamagokus with special guests I’ve Taken A Lover on June 22 at 9pm at Pogue Mahone’s, 843 Desmond St. Tickets at the door. ■■ “Let’s Dance” on June 22 at 8pm to 12am at Kamloops Curling Club, 700 Victoria St. Music by Transplant FMI or tickets call Zonia at 250-372-0091 , Ed at 250-374-2774 or Francoise at 250-372-3782 . ■■ What’s Your Story? Workshop for Women on June 22 from 10am to 3pm at Hal Rogers Activity Centre, 2025 Summit Dr. To register visit: www.coachinginsight. ca or www.lifecoachingcanada.ca. FMI contact Nancy at 250-8519995. ■■ Visions Farmers Market Society Outdoor Market at the B.C. Wildlife Park every Sun. until Sept. 15 from 10am to 2pm. Features meat products, farm produce, fruits, preserves, baking, arts, crafts and more. Open to local vendors if you “Make it, Bake it or Grow it.” Vendor spaces available. FMI contact Andy at 250-5773810 or dandyme2@hotmail.com.
■■ Celebrating “Commitment” with all things artful at the old Courthouse Gallery, 7 West Seymour St. Wedding gifts of pottery, glass, paintings, fabric and fibre all by local artists. Open 10am to 5pm, Tues. to Fri. and 10am to 4pm Sat. Free parking, handicap accessible. ■■ Joey and Julie Get Hitched on June 21 beginning at 4:30pm at Kamloops Curling Club, 700 Victoria St. Dinner theatre with a twist. A fundraising event for Special Olympics. For tickets contact Michael at 250-318-0715. FMI visit sobckamloops.org. ■■ Project X Theatre’s Improv Comedy Night on June 22 at 7:30pm at St. Andrews on the Square, 159 Seymour St. Tickets available at Pandora’s Costume Box, 753 Victoria St. or at the door. Cash only! ■■ Flower and Rose Show and Tea presented by Kamloops Garden Club on June 22 from 2 to 4pm at Heritage House, 100 Lorne St. Admission by donation. Tea and goodies. FMI call 250573-3160. ■■ Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day on June 24 at 6pm at Riverside Park Bandshell. Activities include an opening ceremony with the Kamloops First Nations, guest speakers, school presentations followed by music and song with feature performer Éléa Saunier and her band at 7:30pm. ■■ For the Birds, Open House Presentation on June 26 from 7 to 9pm at Kamloops United Church, 421 St. Paul St. Featuring birdhouses painted by local artists up for auction. Information on
four friends - Oh Village mixes piano, drums, bass, guitar and vocal harmonies with non-conventional instruments such as the cello and trumpet, and has been lauded as having a unique sound, blending folk, rock, and alternative.” They play at Art We Are on June 22.
how the proposed AJAX Mine operation will affect bird habitats. Door prizes, raffle, refreshments. Sponsored by Kamloops Area Preservation Association. ■■ TRU Alumni and Friends Celebration and AGM at The Commodore Grand Cafe and Lounge on June 25. Doors at 5pm, short meeting from 5:30 to 6pm. Stop in for appies, drinks and door prizes at this very special event, everyone welcome. ■■ Burton Cummings Free Outdoor Concert on July 13 at 7pm at Sun Peaks Resort. Opening bands from 11am to 6pm. Front stage access area tickets available
at various price levels. FMI contact adventures@sunpeakstourism. com or 250-578-5542. ■■ Sip and Knit at The Noble Pig Brewhouse, 650 Victoria St on the first Monday monthly at 5pm. FMI contact KAG at 250-377-2400. ■■ Kamloops Pride BBQ and Dance on July 13 at 12pm at Stuart Wood School with Lions Club and Special Olympics cooking up burgers and dogs (by donation). Pride Dance at Kamloops Curling Club, 700 Victoria St. at 9pm. (adult only event). For current and future event info: www.gaykamloops.ca.
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CELESTE CHERRIES & SASKATOON BERRIES from HooDoo Ranch are in now! Celeste cherries are an early eating cherry that is very sweet. Tranquille Farm Fresh operates and manages the historic 148 year old Tranquille Farm, the Tranquille Farm Fresh market and numerous onsite eco/agra tourism activities.
Our market is located at: Tranquille On the Lake, 4600 Tranquille Road, Kamloops, BC Phone: 250 434 9690 Website: tranquille.ca
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Your Horoscope GEMINI (May 22-June 21) New emotional connections can be made through business contacts. Don’t let these unexpected guests cost you money. Don’t hesitate to look for alternatives to do the job right. CANCER (June 22-July 22) Fitness or weight loss programs will help your DESIGN BY DANIELLE self esteem. Unexpected changes in friendships could occur. You might not be as reserved on an emotional level as you’d like. You can sell your ideas to those who have the money to back them. Build your dream home LEO (July 23-Aug 22) You may need the space, but you need the extra cash more. This will not be the day to have minor surgery. You will have the disci…One room at a time pline to make changes you feel are necessary. Channel your energy into projects that will enhance your home. VIRGO (Aug 23-Sept 23) Someone you care about may not be too well. Res• Custom Home Design idential moves will also be advantageous for all concerned. Try to do things • Interior Design Consulting with children that will enable you to bond closer to them. Your sensitivity toward those you love will capture their hearts • Kitchen & Bathroom Design LIBRA (Sept 24-Oct 23) Equilibrium in your romantic life is likely if you treat your partner well. You need to clear up some important personal docu• New Homes & Renvoations ments before the end of the year. Try to keep a low profile. Compromise will be necessary. SCORPIO (Oct 24 - Nov 22) Keep your mind on your work and stay away Contact Danielle from situations that could ruin your reputation. Difficulties with females you P: 250.571.2861 live with could cause emotional stress. Travel will promote new romantic encounters and additional cultural knowledge. You may be sensitive concerning E: dfauteux@live.ca friends and their situations. HomeDesignByDanielle.com SAGITTARIUS (Nov 23-Dec 21) Spend some time with the one you love. Pleasure trips will be satisfying. You will be too quick to point your finger at your mate. Keep calm. Someone around you is bouncing off the walls. Look Danielle Fauteux Interior Design & Custom Homes into ways to make your home more comfortable. CAPRICORN (Dec 22-Jan 20) Family trips or projects should be on your mind. Try not to take everything so seriously. Time spent with family, children, or good friends will be regenerating and positive. Join a club to work off that excess energy; but consider ways of doing that without spending the money. AQUARIUS (Jan 21-Feb 19) Someone may be trying to take advantage of you. Interaction with colleagues will only be upsetting. Major moves will be DbD 1.4 April 11 2013.indd 1 09/04/13 emotional and not necessarily to your benefit. Opportunities for romance will develop through activities with large groups. PISCES (Feb 20-Mar 20) Any intimate relationships with colleagues will lead to gossip that could easily affect your position. Make residential changes that will lift your spirits. You could be quite erratic regarding your personal relationship. Opportunities to meet new lovers will evolve through your interaction with groups or fundraising functions. ARIES (Mar 21-April 20) Don’t make excuses. You will have problems with coworkers if you are too extreme about doing things perfectly. Spend time with youngsters this week. Lack of funds may add stress to your situation. TAURUS (Apr 21-May 21) Try not to upset others with your plans. Be careful not to take on other people’s problems. You may find yourself in a financial Monday to Friday bind. You will communicate easily and should be able to accomplish all that July 2 to August 23 you set out to do. Horoscopes courtesy of astrologer Michael Thiessen. For daily horoscopes go to www.astrology-online.com Ages 4 to 6 10:00 am to 12:00 pm $63 per week A great golfing experience... $52 for July 2 to 5 & August 6 to 9 at an affordable price!
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