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Ranching family estate comes to auction A&W CHARITY PLUS GOLF TOURNAMENT
Harvey Hantula is not unlike many other men from this area; he grew up on a rural farm in the backcountry of British Columbia, did some logging and then spent much of his life on the rail lines, working for CP Railway for 35 years. The one thing that sets Harvey apart from others is his knack for buying and selling and his love of the auction. “It all started a long time ago when I was riding the school bus to school one day,” explains Harvey. “I had a BB Gun that I had bought for $2.00. Someone on the bus liked it and I sold it to them for $8.00. My career of buying and selling took off right from there. I used to watch auctioneers. I loved what they did and thought that I could do that. I took a two week vacation from CP and went to auctioneering school in Montana.” A one of a kind auctioneer, Harvey does it for the love of the process and he finds great satisfaction in helping his clients and organizations get what they need. Whether it is fundraising for a good cause, helping a family put closure on a death in the family or helping a business relocate or liquidate stock, he is happy to help, and prides himself on being tireless and doing a fantastic job
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every time. “With fundraising you can achieve any amount for the Mayas 19a comcause,” heThursday, says. “We munity should do more of it and bring the community together. I have raised over $150,000 since 1983 for Ducks Unlimited and the B.C. Federation.” openWildlife for business 250.376.2411 His next auction in town is happening Saturday, May 28 here on the North Shore at the Ukrainian Hall, 725 York Street. This auction, which is an estate auction for the ranching estate of well-known old time rancher Florence Grip, is unlike any that Kamloops has ever seen. The family had traveled extensively and there is plenty of artwork, a vintage gun collection, a huge stamp collection, various time-related pieces and tons of jewellery, including a gold nugget necklace, diamond earrings, jewel encrusted broaches, a wedding ring and much, much more. One of the highlights is an entire crate of authentic, vintage Limoges porcelain china with gold detailing straight from the store in France that has never been opened. It is a 12 piece setting with all the serving dishes. Florence’s first husband was a commander in the air force and – continued on page 2 449 Tranquille Road 250-376-0058 229 Victoria Street 250-372-3565 Royal Inland Hospital (Front Entrance) FoRmERly Cowboy CoFFEE
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Tranquille developing
Tranquille was an historic government town of about 1,000 people that stressed health and wellness as the hallmarks of this early 1900’s sustainable community. The Tranquille farm supplied most of the food for this community and this is the inspiration for Tranquille Limited Partnership in developing this property into as a sustainable village of several thousand people around a working urban farm and working waterfront. After the institution at Tranquille closed, the site sat derelict for many years. BC Wilderness Tours eventually purchased the site, which had been registered as a contaminated site in the 1990’s by the owner at the time due to the potential for contaminated soil and ground water. The Kamloops office of SLR Consulting was brought in as environmental consultant to conduct a site-wide environmental assessment and remediation program. As a result of the assessment Tranquille applied for and was successful in obtaining $93,000 in matching grant funding from the government of BC through the Brownfield Renewal Strategy program. Due to the successful results of the first phase of clean-up work, manager Tim McLeod reports that an additional $44,000 in matching brownfield grant funding was obtained. Over the past 18 months, testing and analysis work have been done on site including drilling 17 groundwater wells and thoroughly analyzing the groundwater, removing six underground gasoline and diesel storage tanks and testing and analyzing potential sites for contaminated soil. A small amount of contaminated soil was identified and removed from the site. The soil and clay liner in the former lagoons were found to have contamination levels slightly in excess of Ministry of Environment standards. As a final step in the environmental assessment and remediation process approximately 1,400 cubic meters of soil and clay were recently removed from the former lagoons. McLeod says that all ground water has proven to be clean with no contaminants and in fact exceeds Ministry of the Environment standards. Tranquille is getting ready to celebrate this milestone in the re-development of this now pristine site into a sustainable urban farm. Pending the submission of final reports to the Ministry of the Environment, Tranquille Limited Partnership expects to receive, by late July or early August 2011, final clearance from the Ministry confirming Tranquille On the Lake to have clean ground water and uncontaminated soil.
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Variety of thanks
BC Wildlife Park was the venue for Variety’s Top Hats, a recent event put on by Variety The Childen’s Charity as a “thank you” to the donors, sponsors and volunteers of Radiothon, the two-day fundraising event held in October every year. Variety members who organized the event are (L-R): Maureen Curtis, Chris Graham, Kamloops volunteer coordinator Pat Morrison, Barb Hislop, Dave McConachie and Sandra Lowe.
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had it sent home from France via Germany. No one is sure why it was never opened, but when it does come out, it will be like you are going back in time a few decades. “This stuff is unreal,” continues Harvey. “There are items in here from the 1800’s and items that you will probably never see again. She has 12 unique guns. She was quite a marksman and her 22-gauge rabbit gun from Belgium is even in here. For me to have the privilege and meeting her daughters who
Bear the Torch
If you missed the Olympics in 2010 here is your chance to experience the thrill and excitement of being a torch bearer in a major multi-sport event! The Western Canada Summer Games (WCSG) are coming to Kamloops August 5 to 14 and 40 torch bearers will be selected to take part in the opening ceremonies torch relay. This symbolic event will start at the Kamloops Airport and make its way through the city where it will end in a final, triumphant lighting of the caldron at the opening ceremonies in Interior Savings Centre. To enter the torch bearer contest, pick up an application form at the Games Office at 262 Lorne St. or download it from the WCSG website at www.2011wcsg.com and email to wsgtorchrelay2011@yahoo.com Don’t miss this opportunity to be a part of this historic event in Kamloops. Deadline for submissions is June 24.
are all handling her affairs for me is a once in a lifetime chance I would say. Everyone knew Florence as she had farmed up there for years.” So if you want to see the magic of Harvey and his auctioneering skills at work, head over to the Ukrainian Hall this Saturday, May 28 and get an up close view. You will get to see someone’s life unfold before your very eyes, see items from days long past and maybe even pick up something for yourself. This is a full, unreserved auction, which means that everything goes to the highest bidder, no reserved pricing or special favours. The ladies of the Ukrainian Hall will also be serving lunch and beverages downstairs for anyone who is hungry. The Ukrainian Hall is located at 725 York Street, behind Liquidation World. Tanya Orozco, freelance
Auctioneer Harvey Hantula shows off an entire crate of authentic, vintage Limoges porcelain china that will be auctioned off this weekend.
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think safety first BIKE TYKES - The parking lot of the North Hills Mall was the location for a variety of fun and informative public awareness events and displays for Police Week, including the annual Bike Rodeo. RCMP bike patrol and auxiliaries were on hand to take kids through a pre-ride check, as well as to review the rules of the road, proper hand signals, and more. The folks from the Kamloops Brain Injury Association assisted with helmet fitting and helmet safety tips. RCMP Auxiliary Constable Lisa Landry teaches four-year old Mya Cianci and her brother Aidan (age 6) the biking rules of the road at railway crossings.
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WATER POLICE - Auxiliary Constable Nick Kulchyski had neighbourhood kids checking out the RCMP Marine Section’s zodiac patrol vessel at last Saturday’s Police Week events held at the North Hills Mall. Pictured here are aspiring boaters (L-R) Kelly Kosolofski, Colton Beddome and Cooper Felker. Constable Kulchyski is the brother of the Echo newspaper’s trusty delivery guy Wayne Kulchyski!
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Exciting future for Science Centre To the editor: Since its inception, the BIG Little Science Centre (BLSC) has gone from success to success, expanding its offerings and availability. Initially, we were a special asset for one school, then for the entire Kamloops school district, then the regional district and now the province. School children from Kamloops and surrounding districts have joined kids, parents and educators from the rest of British Columbia and Canada, as well as the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, China, Japan, New Zealand, Pakistan, and other countries, in experiencing an entertaining, educational and instructive science experience. Members of the public can now visit during after-school times and on Saturdays. We are very proud of our Science Centre and the support it has received from numerous individuals and organizations, locally, provincially and nationally. Bryan
Tisdall, the President and CEO of Science World said our science centre “could be a model for every district in the province”. The very existence of the Science Centre has contributed to the success of Bert Edwards Science and Technology School (BEST), whose science and technology enrichment is a first for BC. However, the very success of Bert Edwards is causing a squeeze on the space available to the Centre within the school, which is compounded by the Centre’s own need for extra space as we add to our offerings. The Directors of the BIG Little Science Centre Society have decided that the timing and circumstances are right foa new science centre building of our very own. This is an exciting time for the BLSC. A facility of our own would open up many new possibilities for the BLSC to promote fun handson science in Kamloops. We know there is strong community support
for the Centre and believe this is an opportunity for the citizens of Kamloops and surrounding communities to have their say in developing this resource. If you are interested in getting involved in the design and/or construction of the new facility, please contact Gord Stewart at the BLSC at 250-5542572 or gord@blscs.org. The BLSC will look at short-term options to alleviate this reduced available space in BEST School. One possibility is the construction of some temporary buildings on the grounds at BEST School. Another option is to lease unused space at a different district school. If you would like to discuss what is happening in more detail or wish to help with the process please contact Gord Stewart. This is your Science Centre; this is your opportunity! Submitted by the Board of Directors, BIG Little Science Centre Society
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Authentic Thai food in our neighbourhood During the month of April, Warunee’s Thai Restaurant celebrated the Thai New Year with the famous Thai Water Festival. Diners from all over the city got to party, get wet and enjoy Warunee’s fabulous dinner buffet. If you missed out, never fear, Warunee is always busy planning special events and dinners and one should be coming up just around the corner. If you are looking for the water festival however, you will have to wait until the next solar year! Other than the delicious food, one of the reasons Warunee’s is so popular is because of Warunee herself. Fantastic cook, great hostess and friendly are just some of the words that her patrons use to describe her. For over a decade Warunee’s has been here in River City cooking up delectable Thai dishes. Originally from North-Eastern Thailand, Warunee married her husband, Del Turner, and both of them have made Kamloops home for almost 30 years. It was this move and her natural talent for cooking and love of entertaining that prompted her to open the first and still only Thai restaurant here in the city. “I serve authentic Thai food,� explains Warunee. “Thai food is known to enthusiastically and extensively use herbs and spices found in tropical areas such as galangal (white ginger), basil, kaffir lime leaves, lemon grass, shallots and so on. Though often known for being spicy, Thai cuisine is celebrated for its well balance of five basic flavours in each dish – hot, sour, sweet, salty and bitter. We also serve the famous Thai Singha Beer, which
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has been produced in Thailand since 1934.� Warunee’s has a great lunch buffet which runs Tuesday to Friday from 11:30am to 2:00 pm, a veggie buffet on Thursdays and a dinner buffet on Sundays. They are also open Tuesday through Saturday for dinner. The next time you are in the mood for something just a little bit different, go and check out Warunee’s
fantastic Thai restaurant. More information and a full menu can be found on their website at www.delturner2k.ca/ thai. While at the webpage, enter your name in their guest book to be eligible for a monthly draw of a dinner for two. Warunee’s Thai Restaurant is located at 413 Tranquille Road and they can be reached at 250-554-7080. Tanya Orozco, freelance
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One Big Hapa Family screens here May is Asian Heritage Month, and the Kamloops Japanese Canadian Association is presenting a screening of the film “One Big Hapa Family.” Filmmaker/director/producer Jeff Chiba Stearns grew up in Kelowna, and at a large family gathering a few years ago, he realized that no one in his family, after his grandparents, had married another person of Japanese descent, and he wondered why. The film, which shows in Kamloops on May 26, is the result of his research. ‘Hapa’ is a word coined in Hawaii to mean a person born to a couple where one parent is of Japanese descent, and the other is not.
River water high - With warmer temperatures approaching, the ThompsonNicola Regional District would like to remind residents about high stream flows. Although flooding is not expected on the larger rivers at this time, many smaller tributary streams will reach full bank conditions with average seasonal flows. Recent warm temperatures and rainfall falling on high elevation snowpack have generated high volumes of runoff in these streams. Residents living in low lying areas are advised to be on the alert for high water flows and keep children away from unstable riverbanks. Use extreme caution or contact local authorities to remove plugged culverts. Also, just a reminder that cooler and faster flowing water exists for those who may be doing recreational boating. Should you notice flooding in your area, please contact the Provincial Emergency Program 24 hour Emergency Coordination Centre at 1-800-663-3456. ABC’s of carpentry - Talented carpenters are needed to build shelves for the Bright Red Bookshelves Project that will hold free gently used children’s books in many community locations. To offer your skills to support this children’s literacy initiative, please contact Volunteer Kamloops at 250-372-8313. ABC’s of Fraud - Learn how to protect yourself from scam artists. Book a preMiles of smiles... and marigolds! sentation with the Centre for Seniors InOur Communities in Bloom committee hosted formation (CSI). One-hour presentations the annual planting of Kamloops’ marigold to groups of ten or more can be anywhere miles on May 19. This traditional event inwithin a two-hour drive from Kamloops. cludes local school children and our Mayor Call 250-320-7384. and council who $ roll up their sleeves and join sunday gospel - All are welcome in on the planting of rows of flowering marito attend the non-denominational Sunday gold plants. The North Shore planting took Gospel meetings from 3:30-4:30 p.m. at the1-99 100-999 place on 1000+ Tranquille Road with City gardeners PRINTED ON laser paper North • • • • Shore • • • • •Community • • • • • • • •Centre, • • • • •730 • • Cot• • • • • • overseeing • • • • • • •the • • project. ••••• 8 1/2” x 11” full colour 40¢ Digging 38¢ deep are (L-R) Colleen Staintonwood Avenue. Forposters info 250-376-9629 44¢ Above: 11” x 17” full colour posters -Tuesday after-88¢ ton 80¢ of the 78¢ Communities in Bloom Committee, cribbage & coffee • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •Rhys • • •Norman, • • • • • •and city councilor Denis student noons, 1:30pm sharp at McArthur Park Walsh. Lawn Bowling Clubhouse next to NorRight: Using their green thumbs are City garBrock Stadium. Free parking, Call 579deners Jon LaBar (L) and Maria Valana, with 0228 or 376-0917. student Richelle Anderson
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It is also said that intermarriage amongst Japanese is the highest of all ethnic groups. ‘One Big Hapa Family’ is a unique film that captures both serious issues of racism and integration, while at the same time providing a lot of laughs through the wonderful family stories that are shared. Everyone is invited to attend the free filming on Thursday, May 26 at 7:00 p.m., at the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre at 160 Vernon Ave. A special welcome is extended to intermarried couples and hapa. Jeff Chiba Stearns will be in attendance to discuss the film and hear your comments.
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Visiting hoop dance teacher, Pam MacDonald, will be in Kamloops again to teach hooping workshops through Kamloops Parks and Recreation. Her beginner and intermediate workshops are happening on Saturday May 28 at the Rivers Room at the Interior Savings Center. The Hoop Fairy, as Pam is known, is an entertainer whose goal is to spread the word about the benefits of Hoop Dance and provide beautifully handcrafted custom hoops to those who love to play. Hoop dancing is an alternative fitness routine as well as a meditative art form. Pam says that hooping has changed and enriched her life in many ways. Not only has this whimsical toy brought her physical and spiritual awareness it has also graced those around her with joyous smiles! You can register for Pam’s hoop dance workshops by calling 250828-3500.
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Question: How many women with menopause does it take to change a light bulb? Woman’s Answer: One! ONLY ONE! And do you know why? Because no one else in this house knows how to change a light bulb! They don’t even know that the bulb is BURNED OUT! They would sit in the dark for three days before they figured it out. And, once they figured it out, they wouldn’t be able to find the light bulbs despite the fact that they’ve been in the same cabinet for the past 17 years! But if they did, by some mir-
acle of God, actually find them - two days later the chair they dragged to stand on to change the stupid light bulb would still be in the same spot! And underneath it would be the wrapper the freaking light bulbs came in! Because no one ever picks up or carries out hte garbage! It’s a wonder we haven’t all suffocated from the piles of garbage that are a foot deep throughout the entire house!! I’m sorry. What was the question?
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n McArthur Park Lawn Bowling Club (beside Norbrock Stadium) meets to bowl Mon, Wed, Fri. at 6pm. Flat soled shoes essential. Call for more info 250376-0917. n Ardan – High Expectations is Lydia O’Brien’s exhibit of acrylic, resin and gold pieces on display at Wilson House Gallery 115 Tranquille Rd. until June 2. n Entertainment at Barside Lounge & Grill at Chances Gaming Entertainment 1250 Halston Ave. Fridays 7-10pm. May 27-Henry Small & Friends n BIG Little Science Centre is open for public drop-in Thurs. & Fri. 3-5pm, and Sat. 10am-4pm. May 28 at 1:30 pm: Earthworms; Incredible Soil Specialists n Gardengate May Plant Sales - organic vegetables, flowers and herbs. Every Saturday in May from 9-11am, at 915 Southill St. For info call 250 554-9453 n Old-Time Dance with the Golden Serenaders - May 27 at 2pm. Open dance floor, coffee and goodies. North Shore Community Centre, 730 Cotton wood Avenue. For more info call 250-376-4777. n Salvation Army Penticton Band & Choir returns for their 2nd annual concert ‘O Happy Day’ on May 28, 7pm., 344 Poplar St. n Massage in Schools ProÂÂgram Instructor Training. May 28 & 29 at Kamloops Academy of Learning 699 Victoria St. For massage therapists, teachers, early childhood educators and
those working with children. For more info please call Jenn Johnson RMT at 778-220-0589 n World-class Argentine Tango dancers Michael Young & Beatrix Satzinger are teaching tango on May 29 at the IOOF Hall, 423 Tranquille Rd. Info is available at mllukow@shaw.ca, 250-3727485 or www.OkanaganTango. com. To see Michael and Beatrix in action go to www. EmbraceTango.com. n Purina Walk for Dog Guides - May 29 at Yacht Club at 1140 River St. Registration noon, walk begins 1pm. All donations to Lions Foundation of Canada’s Dog Guide Program. For info call 250-573-3217 or visit www. purinawalkfordogguides.com. n Steak Dinner fundraiser for Westsyde Community Development Society. May 29 at Westsyder Pub 3369 Westsyde Rd. For tickets call Dianne at 250-579-7605. n Japanese Family Crest (Kamon) – talk and discussion May 30, 7-8pm on family crests and how to find out if your family has one. Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre 160 Vernon Ave. For info call 250-376-9629. n Community Dinner - May 31 at 5pm. Buffet & live music! Purchase tickets in advance at North Shore Community Centre, 730 Cottonwood Ave. For more info call 250-376-4777. n Dr. Mavis Hollman Birthday and Appreciation dinner and dance is on June 4 at the Ukrainian Hall 725 York Ave. For info call
Women’s Hockey – If you’ve ever thought about wanting to learn the fundamentals of hockey with other female players this is the time! A unique female skills and training summer hockey camp known as Grundy’s Grind will help you develop your skills so you can enjoy the game at a higher level. The camp will run July 8-10 at the Ice Box, with girls camps on July 15-17 for age groups 6 to 9 and 10-14 years old. Local coach Danielle Grundy has competed at a high level of hockey throughout her career. She was selected to complete at the 1999 Canada Winter Games with Team BC, and then secured a hockey scholarship to play NCAA Division 1 hockey at Dartmouth College. She played professional hockey in Switzerland for two years and was the top scorer for her team. She also competed in the Western Women’s Hockey League for the BC Breakers. Her coaching resume consists of over ten years of high performance instruction experience, instructing at many established and elite hockey camps. For more information and to register, go to www.grundysgrind.com.
Al at 250-374-4808. n Flea Markets - every SunÂÂ day, 8am-1pm at North Shore Community Centre, 730 Cottonwood Ave. Reserve table 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.
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TAURUS (Apr 21-May 21) Don’t hesitate to sign up for creative courses or physical fitness programs. Be sure to get involved with those who can introduce you to unusual forms of entertainment. Talk to others about your plans. Educational pursuits should help you develop your hobbies. GEMINI (May 22-June 21) You are exceptional at presenting your ideas. Changes in your home may be disruptive and upsetting. Concentrate on your career and on making money. You may find it impossible to get the rest you require. CANCER (June 22-July 22) Try not to be too harsh with your mate. You can make a serious attempt at quitting those bad habits that you’ve picked up over the years. Do whatever your mate wants; it really doesn’t matter as long as you’re together. Problems with ear, nose, or the throat are likely. LEO (July 23-Aug 22) You may be emotional if you allow your lover to take advantage of your good nature. You will have a greater involvement in groups; however, they may not be to your advantage. Your ability to deal with others will help you in getting the support you need. You won’t be admired at home if you haven’t been taking care of your share of the work. VIRGO (Aug 23-Sept 23) Your emotional reaction will be dependent upon your partner’s responsiveness. Visit friends or relatives you don’t get to see very often. New love connections can be made through group associations. Over spending or unexpected bills could set you back. LIBRA (Sept 24-Oct 23) Elders may get you going this week. You have a tendency to think that no one else will do things properly. Sudden romantic encounters will set your head spinning. You may have difficulties finishing projects you start. SCORPIO (Oct 24-Nov 22) You are best to avoid confrontations. Sudden trips may take you by surprise; try to include your mate, mixing business with pleasure. Don’t go out of your way, and don’t let these unexpected guests cost you money. Be discreet with private information. Pleasure trips will promote romance. SAGITTARIUS (Nov 23-Dec 21) You should visit a friend or relative who hasn’t been feeling up to par. Social events may lead to a romantic interlude. Be honest in your communication and don’t lose your cool. Your interest in religion and philosophy may lead you to specific destinations CAPRICORN (Dec 22-Jan 20) Be cautious who you deal with financially. Focus on what’s important rather than spreading yourself too thin and accomplishing little. Don’t let someone try to bully you into doing things their way. You can make new friends by taking part in social events involving colleagues. AQUARIUS (Jan 21-Feb 19) You’ll find it easy to meet new people. You could receive recognition for a job well done. Be firm when dealing with matters pertaining to your environment. You should be looking at ways to spoil yourself. PISCES (Feb 20-Mar 20) Deception and confusion regarding your status in society is likely. You will take on too much if you aren’t careful. Stick to basics. Unexpected bills will leave a little1short. Your Excel 1.8you May 10.indd attitude is changing rapidly and your plate is overloaded. ARIES (Mar 21-April 20) Try to curb your habits, or you could find yourself in an awkward financial position. Don’t be afraid to push your beliefs and attitudes. You may have taken on a little too much, but you will enjoy every minute of it. You need to mingle with people who can spark enthusiasm and confidence in you. Horoscopes courtesy of astrologer Michael Thiessen. For daily horoscopes go to www.astrology-online.com When one of our advertisers asks you where you saw their ad...
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