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Filling the gaps in community services The Kamloops Homelessness Action Plan (HAP) and Life Skills Network are proud of the launch of a new workshop series called My Place. This is a result from the collaboration of over 15 local community agencies. Through an extensive community needs assessment involving life skills professionals from over 30 agencies, HAP identified that the key barrier for people experiencing or at-risk of homlessness is the challenge of service navigation. Thus, My Place came about. Hosted by Claire Macleod, the Life Skills coordinator for HAP, the workshops provide food, community information, service referrals and bus tickets. The workshops are free to attend and open to the public. “Nothing has been offered like this in Kamloops before. What makes this program unique is that it is not associated with any agency in particular. We are taking on our own entity, which allows My Place to be free for everyone,” says Claire. “It has been very exciting. We have had a fantastic response; there is an appetite to access this service. The local agencies are certainly seeing a demand for this type of program.” Claire has a background in human resource and has worked as an employment council for income

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assistance. She connected with HAP coordinator Tangie Genshorek and soon learned about the holes in the services offered to the homeless individuals in Kamloops and wanted to help make a difference. “We used focus groups and did a needs assessment to try and get a thorough understanding to try to fill the gap,” says Claire. My Place offers weekly life skills-focused drop-in workshops, which are unique in several ways. “We will be covering different top-

ics such as what it means to be a good tenant/neighbor, communication skills, employment services, parenting advise, accessing local community services, a work search centre and help to familiarize people to navigate through day-to-day life,” adds Claire. The goal of this new program is make life easier for people who need community services. “I forsee our goal as being three-fold,” explains Claire. “One - assist in developing skills in developing and

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maintain housing. Two - support the agencies, to connect to each other and learn about other services in the community and new opportunities happening in the community on the street-level. Three - to help us to help HAP to get a better understanding of what the people’s needs are on the street; what the real gaps are in the community,” comments Claire. “There are lots of services to support people, help for housing, income support, getting a hot meal and day to day supplies. The main challenge is navigating from service to service. Even navigating through transit system. My Place offers a central location to reach the help people need. It is open to anybody. Come out for the full hour and a half, grab a bite to eat, chat with staff and even get a bus ticket to get to your service. We would love for people to come and do that,” says Claire. If you are looking for a place to get a warm meal and some support on how to use local services, don’t hesitate to stop by this North Shore community minded program. The doors of My Place, on 386 Tranquille Road, open at 2:25 on Thursdays and the workshops are hosted from 2:30 to 4:00pm. For more information please call 250-320-7945. Ashley Demedeiros

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A People in Motion crew on a hay ride show off their pumpkins from Pete Murray’s Corn Farm in Chase. The farm offered wagon rides, which included feeding their sheep and picking pumpkin of your choice.

Kamloops to host 2015 Communities in Bloom National Symposium and awards The City of Kamloops is proud to announce it will host the 2015 Communities in Bloom (CIB) National Symposium and Awards. While attending this year’s awards in Ottawa, Mayor Peter Milobar and members from the Kamloops Communities in Bloom Committee learned they were successful in their bid to host the annual conference and prestigious awards ceremony where Kamloops has often been recognized. As a long time participant and winner of several Communities in Bloom awards, Kamloops is seen as a leader in the program and deemed an excellent choice by the CIB National Association. “Hosting the Communities in Bloom annual Symposium and Awards will be an honor. The City of Kamloops believes strongly in this program, which has led to major beautification projects throughout the community. The huge efforts of the Communities in Bloom Committee, residents, sponsors and City staff have resulted in many national and international awards,” states Peter Milobar, Mayor of Kamloops. “We look forward to bringing city representatives from around the

world to Kamloops to showcase our great city.” Kamloops competed against cities in South Korea, England and Canada in the 2013 International Challenge large population category. Kamloops was named the International Challenge (Large Category) winner! Special mention was given to the Kenna Cartwright Nature Park management. In some respects, the recognition is a prelude to the city hosting the awards in two years’ time. As a persistent award winner, Kamloops has piqued the interest of those curious to see what

makes it so. “Other cities want to come here,” Gay Pooler, genereal manager of the Kamloops Central Business Improvement Association says. “Kamloops has done well with six major awards in the last 12 years. We hope to attract lots of people and set record numbers hopefully.” Communities in Bloom is a Canadian non-profit organization committed to fostering civic pride, environmental responsibility and beautification through community involvement and the challenge of a national program, with focus on the enhancement of green spaces in communities.

The City of Kamloops is seeking applications from two representatives from the community at large (55+) to serve on a voluntary basis for a twoyear term (2014/2015) for the Seniors Advisory Committee. This role involves acting as an advisory body to the Social Planning Council regarding access to City services for seniors, the elderly and their families and to enhance the lifestyles of seniors in our community. Additionally, this committee identifies and suggests solutions regarding barriers to seniors and seeks to form partnerships with the community as an advocate for seniors’ issues. This committee will meet minimum four times during each calendar year (with a potential of eight meetings for special events). If you are interested in applying, please submit a brief covering letter and resume outlining your background and interest. Additional information on the Seniors Advisory Committee can be found at kamloops.ca/socialdevelopment/socialplan/seniorscommittee.shtml. Applications are due Wednesday, November 27 at 4:00 pm to: Nicole Beauregard, Active Living Coordinator, City of Kamloops, 250-828-3653, nbeauregard@kamloops.ca.

First annual Social Media Boot Camp announced Kamloops North Shore Business Improvement Association (NSBIA), The Kamloops Chamber of Commerce (KCC) and Kamloops Innovation have announced their first annual Kamloops Social Media Boot Camp. This event will be held on Saturday, November 16 at Thompson Rivers University’s Irving K. Barber Centre from 8:30am to 3:30pm. Internationally recognized social media experts Paul Holmes and Steve Dotto are scheduled as key presenters for the Social Media Boot Camp in Kamloops. The all-day session is open to everyone in the business or non-profit sector who would like to learn more about using social media to expand their marketing outreach and build an online audience. Tickets can be purchased

online. “The emphasis for the Social Media Boot Camp will be to demonstrate cutting-edge connectivity to our business community,” explains Deb McClelland, executive director of the Kamloops Chamber. “Using Social Media to engage with your customers is becoming a standard practice for successful businesses. Social Media Boot Camp will introduce the tools and strategies to start this engagement,” says Dr. Lincoln Smith, executive director of Kamloops Innovation. To register for this event visit eventbrite.ca/event/82 17890933?ref=ebtnebregn. For more information on please visit the Social Media Boot Camp website at socialmediacamp.ca/bootcamp/kamloops.

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Kamloops Odd Fellows and Rebekahs Halls dropped off an assortment of hygiene products to ASK Wellness. Part of the groups’ mantra is to be an enactor of love and give attention and help wherever and whenever help is needed as well as contributing in making the world a better place to live. ASK Wellness Society provides awareness, education, advocacy, housing and support related to HIV/AIDS, Hepatitis C, marginalization and persons at risk, in order to develop healthier communities.

The annual Premium Spirit Release is here BC Liquor Stores will offer customers the opportunity to purchase an array of premium global spirits at select locations that will excite avid collectors, connoisseurs and enthusiasts. This year’s release includes some extremely old and rare scotches, highly sought-after bourbons from Kentucky, excellent Irish and Canadian whiskies, a special rum from Bacardi and an exceptional cognac from Courvoisier. Of particular note is the Highland Park 50-year-old, the Auchentoshan 1966 - of which only four bottles will be available in Canada and the Old Pulteney 40-year-old. BC Liquor Stores has produced a brochure that provides tasting notes, product photos and per customer bottle limits where applicable. The annual BC Liquor

Stores Premium Spirit Release is to the lovers of spirits what the annual BC Liquor Stores Bordeaux Release is to wine enthusiasts. Quick Facts: • In all, 65 products are being offered that range in price from $50 for a bottle of Irish whiskey from the Poitin Teeling Whiskey Company to $16,800 for the bottle of Highland Park 50-year-old Scotch. • Product tastings will take place at a number of Signature BC Liquor Stores throughout the day. Information on the tasting events can be found here: bcliquorstores.com/event. • A list of participating stores can be found here: bcliquorstores.com/event/ annual-bc-liquor-stores-premium-spiritrelease.

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Treat Street got the little ones out and about on Halloween in a fun and safe way. Brooklyn Lengkeek from The Lemonade Stand handed out some candy outside of their shop on Tranquille. Pirate Carson Stewart was excited about the treasures he got.

There are many organizations and events around the community, which are looking for volunteers. Take a look at the volunteerkamloops.org website and see how you can help out. This fall/winter Operation Red Nose, Relay For Life, the Investors Group Walk for Memories, Immigration Services, Secwepemc Cultural Education Society - PAL Program, Boys and Girls Clubs of Kamloops, Literacy in Kamloops Volunteer Tutors and the AIM Foundation are all looking for community support. Remember only an hour of your time can change the life of one person. For these and many other volunteer opportunities please call 250-372-8313.

Grant funds Swim to Survive program for SD#73 The City of Kamloops and School District #73 received an $11,700 grant to deliver the Swim to Survive School Program to every grade three student in the district. This grant is administered by the Lifesaving Society and made possible by the financial assistance of the Province of British Columbia, the RBC Foundation, the Recreation Foundation of British Columbia and individual donors. The Lifesaving Society’s Canadian Swim-to-Survive Standard defines the essential minimum skills required to survive an unexpected fall into deep water. The program provides lifesaving skills to prevent drowning and water-related injury and consists of three in-water lessons of 45 minutes each, focusing on a sequence of three skills: roll entry, tread water

for one minute and swim 50 meters. Schoolteachers receive optional inclassroom water safety lessons to augment the skills learned at the pool. “The Swim to Survive School Program complements our traditional learn to swim and water safety programs,” says Glen Cheetham, Aquatics Program Supervisor with the City of Kamloops. “No matter what skill level the students bring to the program, they will become safer in, on or around the water.” School District #73 recognizes the importance of children learning essential swimming skills. “Developing physical literacy in a variety of environments and spaces is a health promotion goal for School District 73. The Kamloops/ North Thompson region is filled with beautiful lakes, streams and rivers,

so providing an opportunity for all SD 73 grade 3 students to participate in a water safety program is a priority,” says Sherry Stade, SD 73 Health Promoting Schools Coordinator. “This is a tremendous opportunity to ensure that all grade 3’s develop confidence and physical competency and to understand and value the importance of water safety. Acquiring water safety fundamentals can motivate students to lead lifelong physical pursuits and activities in water.” The Swim to Survive School Program commenced October 16, 2013 and will continue through to June 2014. The City of Kamloops and School District #73 received a Lifesaving Society Swim to Survive School grant in 2010 with which 920 grade three students successfully participated in the program.

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If you are looking for a unique way to give thanks to those who have fought for our freedom, the Chartwell Renaissance Retirement Residence is hosting a special Remembrance Day Tea. The day begins with a ceremony to honour veterans, on November 11, at 10:30 am. Ana McLean, general manager of the Renaissance, felt it was significant to have an event at their residence. “We just feel it important to have a more of a traditional type service for our seniors that live here. We know a lot of them can’t get out like they used to, to the different services held through the city,” says Ana about this intimate ceremony where the community is welcome. “Anybody can come to support and remember those lost,” comments Ana. The morning will start off with recognition of the veterans who are present and also to remember the ones that are no longer with us. “We will talk about our gratitude for what they have done for us. There will be songs, people speaking, poetry and a poppy ceremony where people can leave a poppy at our little cenotaph,” says Ana. Next the group will converge on the Country Kitchen and enjoy some social time with snacks, drinks and of course remising of stories. The Remembrance Day Tea isn’t the only the event the retirement home puts on during the year. “We host events all the time, every month we have something going on. Weekly we have a dance going on. We have a whole calendar of activities and events people can

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9 year old Lexi came to the shelter along with another dog from the local animal control facility. They had been picked up as strays, running at large. When nobody came to claim them, they were transferred to the SPCA. Lexi is a friendly dog but she can be initially timid. She needs to be introduced to people and new situations slowly. She needs a more quiet environment and gentle handling. Once she gets past her timidness, she becomes excitable and will bond quickly. Although she is older, she still has energy and likes going for walks and outings with a guardian. She enjoys being around people so may get anxious when left alone. She will need to get used to spending time alone slowly a few minutes at a time. Lexi is looking for an active yet patient guardian. She has lots of love to give a lucky guardian! A behaviour counselling session with their Adoption Staff is necessary before adopting any animal to ensure success.

Grants to get active, get artsy Eight local organizations will benefit from more than $71,500 in Community Gaming Grants from the Ministry of Community, Sport and Cultural Development. Organizations receiving grants: Overlander Ski Club - $18,000, Kamloops Arts Council - $17,500, Filipino Canadian Association of Kamloops and District $10,000, McArthur Island BMX Association - $7,500, Thompson Valley Community Orchestral Society - $5,400, Kamloops

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Kamloops Legion poppy campaign The time of year is upon us to remember those who have fought for our freedom. The Kamloops Legion has blanketed the city for the Annual Poppy Campaign. This campaign is the major source of funding for the Legion. First Vice President of the Kamloops Legion, Dave Warriner, is proud to be serving the veterans. “I have been involved in the legion for 35 years now as a military service man,” says Dave who retired as a Chief One Officer from the Canadian Army. “Knowing what the Legion does for veterans, I decide I could belong to that organization.” Dave supports the Poppy Campaign because of what it stands for. “It is the national fundraiser for Canada to raise funds we need to support our veterans, families and youth organizations,” comments Dave. This year the Legion originally ordered 100,000 little red poppies. They since have had to order an additional 20,000 more. These numbers are based on the population of Kamloops and each person RESIDENTIAL

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NorKam student Rachel Wade is planning on changing the school district one book at a time. She is hosting a spelling bee at Henry Grube Education Centre on Friday November 22. This spelling bee is apart of a project for her International Baccalaureate program at NorKam secondary. Rachel decided on this as her project through family connections. “My mom has participated in a corporate bee and I also wanted it to be something with literature,” says Rachel. It is her goal to provide a book for every kindergartener student in the district. The way this event works is that each school only has to fundraise the amount it would take to Open Door Group’s Gardengate Horticulture Program 8th Annual Pumpkins of Light event was a big hit. Kids from all over Kamloops were provided a pumpkin to carve courtesy of Gardengate. This year they found someone with pumpkin license plate in the parking lot. David Hoar (above) from Open Door Group’s Gardengate Program also made an appearance at the event.

buy their kindergarteners each a book. These funds would then allow them to send a team to the spelling bee. “This way it is scalable for each school. The older ones giving back to the youngest grade,” comments Rachel. So far this process has been fun for Rachel, especially coming up with the competition words. “I have some of them thanks to the corporate bee my mom has done. It is very fun finding unique words,” says Rachel. Rachel is still looking for sponsors for help provide a trophy for the winning team, to provide some food and maybe to help cover the costs of transportation for out of town students. If you want to help Rachel out please reach her by email at remw@ telus.net. Also, Rachel currently doesn’t know the situation surrounding the public watching the bee. So, keep checking back with the Echo for the full details closer to the middle of November. Ashley Demdeiros

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Upbeat urban life ■■ Chances Barside Nov. 9 Dodie Goldney. Shows 7 to 10pm. 1250 Halston Ave. FMI call 250554-1030. ■■ BIG Little Science Centre, Nov. 9: Astronomy Program at 11am and at 1:30pm. New Location: Twin Rivers Education Centre, 655 Holt St. Contact BLSC to register. FMI contact 250-554-2572. ■■ “Being Brave: Transforming Our World” a video presentation by two widely appreciated Buddhist teachers and authors on Oct. 30, Nov. 6, 13, 20, 27 from 7 to 9pm, Nov. 30 TBD. Shambhala Meditation Group of Kamloops, 433b Lansdowne St. FMI contact kamloops.shambhala.org or call Liz 250-376-4224. ■■ Open House and Family Fun Night on Nov. 7 from 6 to 8pm at the Francophone Association Daycare and Preschool, 348 Fortune Dr. Everyone welcome for a fun evening of activities and visit from Uncle Chris the Clown! FMI call 250-376-8660. ■■ The Balconies w/ The Motorleague and The New Skin on Nov. 8 at 8pm at The Dirty Jersey. FMI visit facebook.com/ KammercePromotions. ■■ Annual Craft Fair on Nov. 9 from 10am to 3pm at Westsyde Fellowship Church, 2833 Westsyde Rd. Concession, crafts, home-based businesses, fresh baking and more! FMI contact Ted at 250-579-2383. ■■ Remembrance Day Memories on Nov. 9 at 5pm at St. Paul’s Cathedral, 360 Nicola St. Lemon chicken dinner followed by songs and stories of the war years. For tickets contact the Cathedral office at 250-372-3912 or Trish at 250-374-1484. ■■ Excelsior Rebekah Lodge #23 Events: Nov. 12 Regular Meeting at 7:30pm, Nov. 13 Hall Society Meeting at 7:30pm, Nov. 16 and 17 Finishing crafts for fair at 7pm, Nov. 23 Craft Fair with Tea and Bake Sale from 1 to 4pm, Nov. 26 Regular Meeting at 7:30pm. FMI contact Beverlee at 250-374-0949. ■■ Comedy Show on Nov. 15 with 7:30 and 10pm shows at The Dirty Jersey, 1200 8th St. FMI visit facebook.com/ KammercePromotions. ■■ Annual Fine Arts Sale on Nov. 15, 16, 17 from 10am to 4pm at the Japanese Cultural Centre,

getTING dirty On Friday November 8, Spencer’s Dirty Matadors will entertain with amazing originals and unique takes on the covers at Barside Lounge, inside Chances, 1250 Halston Avenue.

160 Vernon Ave. Paintings and boutique items for show and sale by local artists. Opening night Nov. 15 from 4 to 6pm. ■■ Social Media Bootcamp on Nov. 16 from 8:30am to 3:30pm at Thompson Rivers University’s Irving K. Barber Centre. To register visit eventbrite.ca/event/82 17890933?ref=ebtnebregn. FMI visit the Social Media Boot Camp website at socialmediacamp.ca/ bootcamp/kamloops. ■■ Bazaar and Tea on Nov. 16 from 12 to 2pm at St. John Vianney Catholic Church, 2826 Bank Rd. Westsyde. Craft sale, bake table, tearoom and much more! FMI contact 250-579-8711. ■■ Annual Fall Tea and Sale on Nov. 16 from 2 to 3:30pm at Mt Paul United Church, 140 Laburnum St. Home baking, plants and items from the white elephant tables. This is a scent free event. FMI contact Ronolee Stevens call 250 376-2261 or email mtpauloffice@gmail.com. ■■ Annual Fall/Christmas Bake Sale on Nov. 16 from 10am to 12pm at The Holy Trinity Ukrainian Catholic Church, 109 Tranquille Rd. Enjoy potato and cheddar cheese perogies, fresh baked cabbage rolls and baking and pies. The sale is sponsored by the Ukrainian Catholic Women’s League. ■■ Third Annual RiverBend Bazaar on Nov. 23 from 1:30 to 3:30pm at Riverbend Manor, 760 Mayfair St. Featuring sewing, knitting, baking, silent auction items, tea room and more! Everyone welcome. FMI contact Irene at 778-470-8315 or Wendy at 778-470-8310. ■■ Annual Fall Craft Fair presented by Kamloops and District BC SPCA on Nov. 24 from 9:30am to 3pm at the Kamloops Coast Hotel and Conference Center,

1250 Rogers Way. Admission at the door. Over 90 craft vendors. ■■ The Ukrainian Women’s Association is taking orders for Cabbage Rolls, Perogies and frozen Ukrainian Sausage. To order or FMI, call Bella at 250-3760581. ■■ Got Talent or Not 2013 every Thurs night until Nov. 21 at 7:30pm at the Rock’n Firkin, 726 Sydney Ave. 19+ event. FMI contact 250-376-6121 or visitrocknfirkin.com. ■■ North Shore Central Community Association meets at Mount Paul United Church, 140 Laburnum, on the first Tuesday of the month. FMI: 250-554-9949. ■ Moose Lodge 1552, 730 Cottonwood Ave. open daily at 11am. Meat draws Fri. at 7pm and Sat. at 3pm. New members welcome! ■ Mount Paul United Church Thrift Shop open Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9am to 3pm at 140 Laburnum St. FMI contact 250-376-2261. ■ Karaoke 8pm Wednesdays and Saturdays at Brock Centre Pub, 1800 Tranquille Rd.; 8:30pm Fridays at Rock’n Firkin, 726 Sydney Ave.; 8:30pm Thursdays at The Westsyde Pump, 3020 Westsyde Rd. ■ Kamloops Stroke Recovery Group invites people who have suffered a stroke and their caregivers to their meetings the second, third and fourth Thursday of the month from 10:30am-1pm, for various activities and field trips. FMI call 250-320-1348. ■ Advocates for Urban Wildlife Kamloops welcomes like-minded individuals interested in joining a growing movement towards safely co-existing urban wildlife. FMI: advocatesforurbanwildlife@telus.net or 250-573-3483.

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Your Horoscope SCORPIO (Oct. 24 - Nov. 22) Educational pursuits should help you develop your hobbies. Try to deal with the problems of those less fortunate; however, don’t allow them to make unreasonable demands. Don’t be too eager to spend what’s left over; more unexpected expenses are evident. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23 -Dec. 21) You can make financial gains through your unique and creative approach to business. Rest and relaxation may be required; minor health problems will prevail if you don’t watch your diet. Take care of yourself or you can expect to suffer from minor illness. Visit friends or relatives you don’t get to see very often. CAPRICORN (Dec 22.- Jan. 20) It’s hard to stay mad if the object of the anger refuses to react. Authority figures may be less than accommodating if you have done something deceitful. Be careful not to exaggerate when interacting with your lover. Unexpected changes in friendships could occur. AQUARIUS (Jan. 21 -Feb. 19) You may have difficulties with foreigners. Don’t argue with family. Older relatives may make unreasonable demands. You will be too quick to point your finger at your mate PISCES (Feb. 20-Mar. 20) Don’t be taken advantage of by any fast talking salesperson trying to part you from your cash. Be precise in your communications to avoid any misunderstandings and arguments. Do you really want to start something with someone you can’t reason with? ARIES (Mar. 21- April 20) You may have a problem with someone you live with if you don’t include them in your gathering. You’re in the mood to spend money. You will have a problem dealing with groups. Take precautions while traveling; you don’t have to get anywhere that fast. TAURUS (Apr. 21- May 21) Take part in stimulating debates that will allow you to show off your intelligence. A change in position could be better than you thought. Be careful when dealing with superiors. Don’t let others put unreasonable demands on you. GEMINI (May 22-June 21) Insincere gestures of friendliness are likely to occur. Relatives may not be telling you the whole truth about a family situation. Your creative ideas must be put to good use. You may find yourself changing crowds. CANCER (June 22-July 22) Concentrate on work or make changes to yourself. You will need to spend extra time sorting through your work. You won’t be admired at home if you haven’t been taking care of your share of the work. Insincere gestures of friendliness are likely to occur. LEO (July 23-Aug 22) You may find that your quick wit and charm will help you in obtaining allies. Travel opportunities should be your first choice. Avoid functions that will bring you in contact with those you find difficult to get along with. Avoid lending money or belongings to friends. VIRGO (Aug. 23 -Sept. 23) Old friends may not like your choices. You need an outlet that will not only stimulate you but also challenge your intelligence as well. Deception is apparent. You should follow through on educational endeavors you have wanted to pursue for some time. LIBRA (Sept. 24 -Oct. 23) Someone left a real mess for you to sift through. You can get into self awareness groups or look into physical enhancement programs. Your professional attitude will not go unnoticed. Don’t allow colleagues to stand in your way. Horoscopes courtesy of astrologer Michael Thiessen. For daily horoscopes go to www.astrology-online.com

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