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VOLUME 16 NUMBER 20 | 50¢
May 25, 2017
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We ARe one! Downtown at the Heart of a Kamloops staycation
After much thought and deliberation, we at the Echo newspapers have made the decision to amalgamate both shores! Much like fiftyyears ago when North Kamloops was incorporated with the City of Kamloops, we at the Echo decided it was time both papers became one. We decided to bring the two editions for many reasons. The main one being that with publishing two editions – the Downtown and the North Shore Echo - it kind of kept neighbourhoods separated. While of course each is unique in their own way – and we will continue to celebrate each – we also saw value in having access to information that is pertinent to everyone. For example, with only one Kamloops Museum and Archives and say events for the Kamloops Heritage Railway being downtown, does that mean that no one across the Overlanders Bridge wouldn’t want to know what is going on? And by the same token, if there is something going on down at the beautiful MacDonald Park or for the many events at McArthur Island Park, wouldn’t the entire city like to know? We have had some discussions with several people on both shores and we have yet to hear a negative word. We have heard everything from “Wow – that’s a great idea!” to “It’s about time!”. We think so too.
As part of Tourism Kamloops’ recent rebranding and yearlong campaign that challenges locals and out of towners to be ‘Boldly Unscripted,’ when approaching the city and surrounding landscape. There is so much going on—especially over the summer months—from downtown and beyond. In the spirit of local appreciation—explore other neighbourhoods, check out the Hoodoos, wander through the Farmer’s Market, feed the goats at Westsyde Centennial Park. Visit the breweries, wineries, beaches, golf courses and biking trails. Whether you are seeking an adventure or just want to kick back and relax, you don’t have to go far away to have a holiday. From May 26-28, Spring Fest will be taking over Victoria Street. The weekend is a celebration of music, art and community spirit in the heart of downtown. The event promises sidewalk shopping, live music, entertainment, interactive games, art demonstrations and plenty of outdoor seating. Stores will be open until 8 p.m. on Friday. Saturday’s Main Stage and parking lot party will be happening on the 300 block of Victoria Street. Main stage performers include Malikmusic, Jeremy Kneeshaw Music, Dodie Goldney’s Instamatics, At Mission Dolores and Bees and the Bare Bones. Sunday offers a blend of music with an interactive maker’s market. Keep an eye out for
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Photo: Rob Bellinger
plenty of local artwork, and join in on the auction. The festival will feature Sacred Revolution, Clinton W. Gray’s Comedy Magic Show, Mosaic Fusion Bellydance, TRUSU Swing Dance Club, Kamloops Drum Connection, Uncle Chris the Clown, Henna Bee Designs and Live Timber. Interested in other downtown-centered activities? ACT Adventures, in partnership with Chimera Theatre, is offering two guided interpretive walking tours. From April to October, the Arts & Culture Walking Tour and the Historical Wine & Ale Tour, will provide a theatrical evening of education and entertainment that explores all the cultural and historical happenings in downtown history. The Kamloops Heritage Railway will be hosting the Summer Shakedown on June 24. The - continued on page 2