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Take mom for tea and fashion show You never really understand how much your mother must love you until you have children of your own. It is a mother’s job to love, nurture and feed both the belly and the soul of the child. It’s her job to teach her child how life works, how to be kind, caring and accepting as well as how to meet life with open arms and an open mind. Mothers are the life of our families, and they give of themselves like no one else. It only seems fitting that we set aside at least one day per year to celebrate and honour our mothers. Whether you take your mom out for breakfast, make her dinner or a special gift, just give her a day off to go and relax, or all of the above, do something to let your mom know that you appreciate all she does and all that she is. Whether you are a mother or are looking for a fun event to go to with your mom this year, consider heading over to the North Shore Community Centre for their annual Mother’s Day Fashion Show, Bake Sale, and Strawberry Tea! Taking place this Saturday, May 7 at the North Shore Community Centre in honour of Mother’s Day and all the mothers in our lives, the event is only $12 for a whole lot of fun. The annual event is popular with seniors who attend with
their friends, children, grandchildren or even their spouses. The tea event is open to all and the show boasts fashions for men, women and children of all ages. Fabulously modeled by volunteers who live inside and outside of the centre, it is sure to be a clothing extravaganza. Suzanne’s from Northills will be showcasing their wares and as well there will be ensembles from Marks Work Wearhouse and Joe Clothing. “This is always a fun event,” says Brenda Giesbrecht of the North Shore Community Centre. “This event caters to people of all ages especially seniors. It can be hard for seniors to find clothing. This is a great way to see some available and different things from some of our local businesses and shops.” The fashion show is only half of the fun. The event also features a fabulous bake sale at the beginning as well as a Strawberry Tea, which means there will be strawberry shortcake! “The bake sale starts at 1:00 p.m.,” continues Brenda. “You can still come to the bake sale even if you are not attending the tea. All the goodies are fresh and homemade but you better come early because they sell out fast!” – continued on page 2
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Anne Lion (R) and her granddaughter Julianne modeling outfits provided by North Shore businesses at last year’s Mother’s Day Tea and Fashion Show.
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SILLY SASSY FOLLIES The seventh annual Silver Follies Variety Show is happening soon and will be as exciting as ever, with sing-a-longs, dancing, jokes, skits and so much more. Silver Follies members Bill Morrison and Jeanne Rodrigue were captured on film at one of their rehearsals at the North Shore Community Centre. The show is on Friday, May 13 and Saturday, May 14 at the Pavilion Theatre, 1025 Lorne St., with all proceeds going to local charities! Tickets are available now at Kamloops LIVE! Box Office at 1025 Lorne Street or by calling 250-374LIVE (5483).
Gas reduction for TNRD The Thompson-Nicola Regional District (TNRD) Board recently passed a recommendation to adopt an Official Community Plans (OCP) Amendment Bylaw, in response to a new provincial government bill that requires local governments to include greenhouse gas reduction targets, policies, and actions in OCPs. “These OCP amendments help us raise awareness and encourage residents and developers to reduce greenhouse gas emissions (GHG),” said Alexander Krause, TNRD planner. TNRD Planning Services has developed an amendment package for inclusion in each of the region’s ten existing OCPs. This package includes GHG reduction targets of ten per cent by 2020 and 33 per cent by 2050
from 2007 levels, as well as policies and actions to support the GHG reduction targets, which bring forth subjects like B.C. Climate Action, transportation alternatives, compact development and smart growth, energy conservation and recycling during both the planning and building phase with developers and homeowners. Other policies outlined in the amendment include continued awareness about landfill diversion, encouraging low impact renewable energy generation including solar and geothermal technology, encouraging local and community gardens and encouraging initiatives to upgrade wood-burning appliances through wood stove exchange programs.
Mother’s Day tea and fashion – continued from page 1 There probably isn’t a better or more enjoyable way to celebrate the spirit of Mother’s Day. Grab your friends, your mom, your daughter, or your husband and head down to the North Shore Community Centre to get tickets for their annual Mother’s Day Tea, Bake Sale and Fashion Show.
Always popular and a season highlight, it is an event you will not want to miss. Tickets are only $12 and must be pre-purchased, and are available at the front desk of the North Shore Community Centre at 730 Cottonwood Avenue or by phone at 250-376-4777. Tanya Orozco, freelance
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Director of the NSBIA Rod McLeod proudly sports his new I Heart North Shore button at the recent Home Show at McArthur Island Sports Complex.
Your sport story could win
April 25 marked the 100-day countdown to the 2011 Western Canada Summer Games (WCSG)! To celebrate this milestone a “100 Sport Stories” competition was launched. From now until Games time in August, the WCSG will be collecting sport stories until they reach a goal of 100. Anyone of any age living in Western Canada is eligible to enter. Tell your most memorable, personal, sport story in 500 words or less. Submit your story to the
Game by sending an email to: paulakully@2011wcsg.ca. Your story will be posted on the WCSG Facebook Page where people can vote on their favorite by “liking” it. Whoever has the most “likes” or votes will win an exclusive Games prize package, including tickets to the spectacular Opening and Closing Ceremonies. Your story will appear on the WCSG website and will be published in the Games’ August Newsletter distributed during Games time.
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SPCA city challenge with Nanaimo Kamloops is taking on Nanaimo in a showdown for the Super Bowl of SPCA fundraisers, which runs until May 31. The annual SPCA City Challenge is back with a month full of events to benefit homeless animals in Kamloops and Nanaimo. The two communities are competing against each other, with bragging rights to the one who raises the most cash for their local SPCA. “Kamloops needs to defend its title of “Top Dog” from the previous City challenges,” says branch manager Charleen Holloway. “Nanaimo is eager to take top spot this year, so the challenge is on”. Holloway’s fighting words are all in jest because the true winners are the animals in both communities. The event kicks off on May 7 with a barbecue and bottle drive at the Kamloops shelter at 1211 8th Street from 12:00 to 2:00 p.m. and a pub night dinner event from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the Rockin Firkin Pub, with dinner tickets on sale at the SPCA. Other exciting events are the Balls and Bats for Dogs and Cats Mixed Slow-pitch Tournament running May 13 to15, with prizes, contests, beer garden and concession. On Saturday, May 14,
the public is invited to the BC SPCA and Hill’s Science Diet Open House at the Kamloops shelter from 12:00 to 3:00 p.m., with a by-donation barbecue, pet photos, pet nail trimming, an “Ask a trainer” booth and children’s games. Hill’s Science Diet, which generously donates all the food for dogs, cats, puppies and kittens at the BC SPCA shelters, offers a free bag of food with every adoption. On May 28 from 11:00 to 3:00 p.m. at the Kamloops Walmart store there
is a round-up barbecue, adoption display and information station. The fundraising goal for Kamloops in the City Challenge is $40,000.00. “Our branch alone cares for over 1200 animals a year, and we could not do that without the support and generosity of our community and businesses,” says Holloway. For more information on the City Challenge and what you can do to help animals in Kamloops, visit spca.bc.ca/ Kamloops or call 250376-7722.
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The 39th annual Easter Parade put on by the Vintage Car Club of Canada–Kamloops chapter attracted an array of beautifully restored vehicles, with vintage owners coming from around the ThompsonOkanagan region. Pictured here is Greg Power, Westsyde resident and owner of Western Restaurant Supplies on Tranquille Rd. enjoying the sunshine with his 1968 Dodge Coronet 500.
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Fun Factor general manager Arthur Loring (L) and staff member Marlena Escamilla ham it up for the camera at the recent Home Show at McArthur Island Sports Complex. The pair was at the show promoting their brand new attraction, Pirate Adventure Mini Golf. They said that there’s 9000 square feet of fun at the Fun Factor and you should stop in and check them out!
Blue Blaze soccer boys score The Kamloops Blue Blaze Boys U12 Rep soccer team participated in the Lake Country 2011 Icebreaker Tournament at the end of April. The team narrowly missed a berth in the playoff round after tying for second place in their pool but losing the decision to Kelowna United Team 2 based on only a one goal differential. The team kicked off the tournament with a 2-2 tie against Kelowna United Team 2. Brett Olstad and Dimitri Louvros scored the goals for the Blaze. The team’s second game was against the pool win-
ners, the Prince George Kodiaks. Despite outplaying their opponents and a hat trick by forward Brett Olstad, Prince George edged out the Blaze 4-3. The Blaze’s final game of the tournament was a 3-3 draw against Kelowna United Academy. Kamloops again dominated most of the game but a late minute goal from Kelowna tied the game and dashed the Blaze’s playoff chances. Dimitri Louvros, Brett Olstad, and Chris Buchanan scored for the Blaze. While all of the boys put forth a strong effort, Brett Olstad, Dimitirs Louvros,
and Kyle Robertson were named the Blaze’s MVPs for the tournament. The Blaze received solid net minding by new goaltender Cameron French.
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“More than Meat loaf” with Big Steve Entertainment is on May 7 at 7:30pm at Fraternal Order of Eagles, 755 Tranquille Rd. For info call 250-376-3373.
Free diabetes forum
The Kamloops branch of the Canadian Diabetes Association is holding a free educational forum on Saturday May 7 from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. at the Holiday Inn at 675 Tranquille Road. One of the featured speakers is Dr Andrew Farquahar, who will address the topic “Preventing Diabetes Complications”. In addi-
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tion, registered dietician Barbara Koren will give a talk on Sodium and Hypertension. This forum is open to all, and could be of particular interest to those with diabetes as well as their friends and family members. Please call 1 888 628 9494 to register or for more information.
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Derby dolls geared up for first bout
There is a group of women on a mission to rock Kamloops. They wear purple uniforms and are the proudest and loudest roller derby league in town. These gals are the Tournament City Derby Dolls (TCDD) and they have accomplished a lot for their league and the sport since starting up last year. “It is hard to believe the amount of work we have accomplished in such a short period of time,� explains TCDD spokeswomen and derby doll Cristina ‘Acid Doll’ Ostapovitch. “Although it is an old sport, this is new to the Tournament Capital. This brings us one step closer to making Kamloops the derby capital of the west. There is no reason it shouldn’t be. All the other surrounding cities already have established derby leagues. Now with Kamloops finally jumping Some of the TCDD players (L-R) ready for action: Yvonne Dymterko on board, we will be the most aka “Yvonne the Terrible�, Lyndsey �Big Wang Theory� Curnow, Staci centrally located derby commu- “Comin ‘n Hot� Grant, Cristina “Acid Doll� Ostapovitch and Sharleen nity. It only makes sense to have “Extreme Takeover� Van Vliet. – Photo courtesy of Joan Westfall the Tournament Capital as the hub.� a half time show with games and girls are athletes. It takes a huge Practicing every week, these giveaways. Not just for adults amount of endurance, stamina girls skate like they are on fire and daredevils, there is also fam- and strength to play this game, and are burning so strong that ily seating and everyone is wel- both mental and physical.� they are ready to hold their first come. So come watch history in official bout and invite you to “To start from nothing to now action at the TCDD bout on come on out and see what all having 18 benchmarked play- May 7 at the TCC. Doors open the fuss is about. “Win or lose, it ers and ready to host our first at 6:00 p.m. with the first whistle will be a show.� continues Cris- home bout is so exciting,� Cris- at 7:00 p.m. Tickets are $10 in tina.Organized “The by fans are notHeritage goingSociety to tina says. “This is about so much advance at On the Rocks Pub at the BC Cowboy www.bcchs.com know what hit them especially if more than the game, this is histo- 1265 Rogers Way or the Ruby they sit in the suicide seating!� ry. We are bringing professional Room at 145 Victoria St, or are The event at to thehelp with roller derby to Kamloops. Roll- $12 at the door. You can also A fund raiser takes for Mike place & his family travel and medical costs with partial proceeds going to the Cancer Center for theerSouthern Tournament Capital Centre derbyInterior is so(Kelowna) much more than email fundraising@tournament (TCC) on Saturday, May 7, and girl-on-girl, full contact with cityderbydolls.com for tickets. advance fast fishnets (although in Tickets addition $15 to a rip-roaring, Mattthat seems to There is an after party happening $20 at the door action, girl-on-girl roller derby be the draw atJohnston the moment). We at On the Rocks and a party bus face off, the bout will also fea- are excited for people to see the to take you there from the TCC ture a beer garden and popular athleticism involved. Derby is for only $5. DJ Bri3 playing the music, plus now a legitimate sport and derby Tanya Orozco, freelance
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n Entertainment at Barside Lounge & Grill at Chances Gaming Entertainment 1250 Halston Ave. Fridays 7-10pm. The Bodega’s May 6. n BIG Little Science Centre is open for public drop-in Thurs. & Fri. 3-5pm, and Sat. 10am-4pm. May 7 at 1:30 pm: Amazing Magnetism. n Golf Tournament with Fraternal Order of Eagles on May 7 at Mt. Paul Golf Course. For more info and to register by May 1, call 250-376-4633. n SPCA City Challenge between Kamloops and Nanaimo kicks off on May 7 with a barbecue and bottle drive at the Kamloops SPCA, 1211 8th St. from 12-2pm. and a pub night dinner event from 5-8 pm at the Rockin Firkin Pub at 726 Sydney Ave. Tickets on sale at the SPCA. For more info call 250-376-7722. n Kamloops Triathlon Club Spring Sprint May 7, 8am start. Westsyde Pool and Community Centre, 859 Bebek Rd. Register online at www.eventsonline.ca/ events/kamloops_springsprint/. Or in person by May 6 at Taboo Cycles at 3 - 2160 Flamingo Road. n North Shore Scotiabank charity garage sale May 7, 10am-3pm at 781 Tranquille Rd., in support of Kamloops Hospice Society. n Gardengate May Plant Sales - organic vegetables, flowers and herbs. Every Saturday in May from 9-11am, starting May 7 at
915 Southill St. For info call 250 554-9453 n H.O.W.A.R.T. Unified Personal & Professional Development Seminar - May 7 & 8, 9am - 3:30pm. Interior Indian Friendships Society, 125 Palm Street. For info and to register, call Siobhan Kelly at 778220-6592 or 250-572-6411. n Preserving the Past Kamloops Women’s Resource Group Society is presenting a workshop on Creating Personal Archives & Memory Collections. At the North Shore Community Centre on May 10 & 24 from 10 to 11:30am. Bring a maximum of 20 pictures on a theme such as grad or a holiday, plus any related documents or certificates. For more info contact Sue at 250-374-3949 or by email at: info@kwrgs.ca n Mike Puhallo Benefit Concert - May 13 at Calvary Community Church featuring Gary Fjellgaard, Tim Hus and his band, Dave Longworth, Hugh McLennan, Butch Falk, Matt Johnston, and Shirley Field. Tickets available at 1-888-7632224 or at Kamloops Horse Barn. If you can’t make the concert, and you’d like to help, please send a cheque made out to BCCHS, with Mike Puhallo in the memo line to: BC Cowboy Heritage Society Box 137, Kamloops, BC, V2C 5K3. n Flea Markets - every Sunday, 8am-1pm at North Shore Community Centre, 730 Cottonwood Ave. Reserve table
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rentals at 250-376-4777. n Kamloops Family History Society meets 4th Thursday of each month at Heritage House, 100 Lorne St., Riverside Park, 7-9pm. AGM this month. Guests and new members welcome. For info call 250-579-2078. n Zumba Classes every Wednesday 6:30-7:30pm at the North Shore Community Centre, 730 Cottonwood Ave. For more information call 250-376-4777.
n Weekly meditation on Thurs. and Mon. 7pm, Sat. 12pm. Shambhala Meditation Group, 433b Lansdowne. 250376-4224. n Kamloops’Happy Choristers invite you to join them if you are aged 55 and over for fun and singing a variety of songs. Meet Wed. from 9:30am to 11am at the Heritage House, 100 Lorne St. For more info contact Sharon at 579-9505.
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Saint Peter and the MP
One day, while walking down the street a Member of Parliament is tragically hit by a truck and dies. His soul arrives in heaven and is met by St. Peter at the entrance. Says St. Peter, “We seldom see a high official around these parts, you see, so we’re not sure what to do with you.� “No problem, just let me in,� says the man. “Well, I’d like to, but I have orders from higher up. What we’ll do is have you spend one day in hell and one in heaven. Then you can choose where to spend eternity.� “I’ve already picked - heaven it is� he says. “I’m sorry, but we have our rules.� And with that, St. Peter escorts him to the elevator and he goes down to hell. The doors open and he finds himself in the middle of a green golf course and sees all his friends and people who had worked with him. Everyone is very happy and in evening dress. They run to greet him, shake his hand, and reminisce about the good times they had. They play a friendly game of golf and then dine on lobster, caviar and champagne. Also present is the devil, who really is a very friendly guy, who has a good time dancing and telling jokes. Before he realizes it, it is time to go. Everyone bids the MP a farewell and waves while the elevator rises. The elevator goes up and the door reopens
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Don Levasseur Jennilee Fraser Daryl Snell Theresa Brooks Patrick Buchanan Anders Beitel Jeff Benz Nigel Beardwood Gordon Gerrits
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Ruth Roe Greg Dueck Shirley Denham Peter Holmgren Lori Dewart Vance Schneider Dave Brotherton Clive Lawrence
at Kamloops United Church - 421 St. Paul St. DINNER THEATRE - May 12, 13 & 14, 2011 - Doors 6.30pm Dinner 7.00pm Show - 8pm - Tickets $35.00 3/28/11 10:44:12 AM
MATINEE - May 14, 2011 - Doors 1.30pm - Show - 2pm Tickets $15.00 ** Tickets must be purchased by Noon - 24 hours prior to the show. Cash or Cheque only** Kamloops United Church - 421 St. Paul St. Avalon Used Books - 117 Tranquille Road Andrena's Book Company - # 1 - 910 Columbia (behind Superstore)
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Your Horoscope
TAURUS (Apr 21-May 21) Don’t make a move; your confusion has caused this dilemma and you are best to back away and reassess the situation. Don’t avoid your true feelings. Self-deception regarding your own worth may lead you down the wrong path. GEMINI (May 22-June 21) Don’t reveal any personal details. You are best to ask questions if you aren’t certain about issues that are confronting you. Spend some time on yourself. Don’t be afraid to pursue unfamiliar grounds. CANCER (June 22-July 22) Deception is probable if you don’t use discrimination. Property purchases should be on your mind. Your home environment may be volatile if precautions aren’t taken. There might be one who is quite willing to take the credit for your work. LEO (July 23-Aug 22) Be up front if you don’t want to be embarrassed. Be prepared to have relatives or close friends introduce you to new and exciting individuals. You may be overreacting to a situation at hand. Keep your ears open, especially to those who care about you. VIRGO (Aug 23-Sept 23) Any renovation or decorating to your home should includeto the family. ge, confidence and motivation reachwhole your fitness goals. Based on your excitement, seriousminded individuals will be more than interested in backing your ideas. Think of joining a health club that will benefit your physical appearance. 3 • 102-153 Seymour St. • www.coreessentials.ca Real estate should be lucrative for you. LIBRA (Sept 24-Oct 23) Look into some form of physical recreation. You can have quite the romantic ad venture if you take time to get to know your mate all over again. Get involved in activities that will be fun for the whole family. Look into some personal changes. SCORPIO (Oct 24-Nov 22) You can mesmerize anyone you meet with your cultured attitude and outlook. Don’t let your partner put you down. Financial limitations are likely if you take risks. SAGITTARIUS (Nov 23-Dec 21) Don’t hesitate to look for alternatives that will enable you to raise the kind of donations you need to do the job right. Accommodate others but not before you do your own thing. Do the proper safety checks before you go out. Offer good conversation and a nice soothing lunch. CAPRICORN (Dec 22-Jan 20) You should be putting in some overtime. You can get ahead if you present your ideas to superiors. You won’t get the reaction you want from your mate this week. You have the ability to motivate others. AQUARIUS (Jan 21-Feb 19) Romance will unfold through business trips. Difficulties at an emotional level may be likely. Don’t deny yourself this week. You need to spend some time reflecting on past experiences and involvements. PISCES (Feb 20-Mar 20) Look into projects that you feel would con tribute something to your appearance. Talk to someone with experience about budgets or consolidating debts. Take a close look at contracts and agreements that have been offered to you. ARIES (Mar 21-April 20) Don’t be too quick to judge. You may be upset if someone has borrowed something that belongs to you. Don’t forget to read the fine print. You should get involved with activities that can be enjoyed by both young and old alike. Horoscopes courtesy of astrologer Michael Thiessen. For daily horoscopes go to www.astrology-online.com
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Donna’s yarn & Crafts 250-376-3381 • Fortune Shopping Centre
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#2-231 Victoria Street • 250- 851-0966 www. intuitivehealer.ca • gift Certificates available Natural Healing, Usui, Karuna & Celtic Reiki A non-invasive form of energy and body work
Innovative Changes • Kim Jensen 250-376-6676 www.innovativechanges.com Jin Shin Do acupressure Therapy
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