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Crafting for a cause The best kinds of fundraisers Saturday afternoon, but ladies are the ones that combine comare certainly welcome to check munity, togetherness, fun, food out some of the great cafes and and some delightful crafts with restaurants of North Kamloops! family and friends. The two-day 100 per cent of the proceeds go to CIBC Run For The Cure scrapbooking and craft event, ‘Let’s Scrap Breast Cancer’ is and the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation (CBCF); which is set for Saturday, April 9 to Sunday April 10. Saturday runs Canada’s leading communityfrom 10:00 am to 10:00 pm driven breast cancer charity. The and Sunday runs from 9:00 am goal of the CBCF is to “create a to 4:00 pm. Set at the Centre future without breast cancer” by for Seniors Information in the “funding relevant and innovaRSOE - fr ear jan 25 2012.indd 1 tive research and supporting and Brock Shopping Centre, 9A 1800 Tranquille Road, the event advocating for the breast cancer will offer demos and classes community”. The CBCF is a comby businesses Stampin’ Up, munity driven organization that Inspirations by Janice, Close to is passionate about advocating my Heart, Creative Memories, for the breast cancer community. and Treasured Memories. All repThey are an excellent resource in resentatives will provide exciting regards to breast health and breast and new creative craft ideas, offer cancer, and strive to be “informed, help and support throughout the evidence-based and forwardweekend. Participants can look thinking”. They hold their volforward to making cards, candy unteers in high esteem; their boxes, cute signs and more! “dedication, support and commitOrganizer Jacki Andersen is ment makes our work possible”. thrilled to see how this event beginning, it started off with per on Saturday at 6:00 pm.

Get a group of ladies together: has grown over the past five about 30 participants and vol- Dominos Pizza is donating a call your mother, invite your sisyears and she also loves what unteers and now it’s closer slew of delicious options for ters and gather your girlfriends! she learns about crafts with to 60. Be sure to pre-register participants. There will also be Celebrate all the women in your each event! This upcoming by Wednesday, April 6 at the a light lunch served on Sunday. life and make a weekend out of occasion is the tenth gathering very latest. Jacki would love to Starbucks coffee and snacks crafts, chatter and laughter - it’s for the group. In the past, Jacki accommodate all groups, but will be offered throughout the for a good cause! There are only had gone to events in other advance notice is required to weekend. Save on Foods is a a few spots left! Contact Jacki towns and thought: “Why don’t avoid disappointment. partial food sponsor as well, so at avonjacki@gmail.com to we have something like this The fee is $60 per person for do expect deliciousness! There reserve your table today. in Kamloops”? In the event’s the two days and includes sup- will be lunch by donation on Alicia Ashcroft, freelance

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Go paperless - no more printouts to manage or waiting for a bill to Canada Logo sold hockey apparel for both IIHF Ice Hockey Women’s World Championships as well as show up in the mail. It’s practical merchandise for the BC Women’s Provincials for peewee, bantam and midget hockey. (L-R) Nola Rasmussen and good for the environment too.

For property taxes, you and Marie Sirianni pack up the remainder of the merchandise on Monday, April 4 at the McArthur Island Arena. can apply for and claim your Homeowner’s Grant online at www.kamloops.ca/ehog.

Once that’s all finished, you can A feature film production based on Richard considered for a role in the movie. Filming will pay your taxes or bills through Wagamese’s novel ‘Indian Horse’ is in the early start in fall of 2016. There will be tutors and time your financial institution’s online stages of casting for roles. set aside while filming so children do not fall banking system.

Having trouble finding your They are seeking First Nations males - children, behind in their schooling. youth and adults ages six years to 25 years old.

The casting search is being conducted via Online information? Give the City a call Roles include speaking roles, hockey players of all Audition Submissions. Register as soon as possible at 250-828-3438 for utility account ages of which some will speak and some will not, online to be given instructions for uploading your information or 250-828-3437 for and non-speaking roles. audition. Start by going to www.screensiren.ca/ tax account information.

Going paperless – it’s practiThis is an open call. No acting experience is required indianhorsecasting/. Deadline is April 17. and there is no charge to apply to be in the movie.

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Venture Kamloops and TRU team up to promote labour force Thompson Rivers University (TRU) and much of that talent in Kamloops as possible.”

Venture Kamloops will be hosting a free “This luncheon builds on some great relationlunch at TRU to discuss how the commu- ships between Kamloops businesses and TRU nity can help keep students and graduates students and graduates,” says Shawn Read, chairin Kamloops. Over the course of the lunch, person of the TRU Career Education Department. attendees will hear from a number of employ- “TRU students already contribute greatly to the ers describing the success and benefits of hir- labour force in Kamloops, and every year TRU ing current students, graduates, and students co-op students and grads are hired all over the in the co-operative education program. city. We hope this lunch will help to keep even “We’re excited to be partnering with TRU on more TRU talent in Kamloops by helping this luncheon,” says Jim Anderson, executive employers understand what’s involved and what director of Venture Kamloops. “As a result the benefits are in hiring TRU students.” of the Labour Market Study we released at This event will showcase the advantages of the end of last year we felt we needed to do hiring locally educated talent and feature short something to alleviate the projected labour presentations from employers who regularly shortage. It seemed logical to start in our hire co-op students and recent graduates. There own backyard and with a massive talent pool will also be employers and students at each available each year we want to try to keep as table to provide context and specific examples

during any table discussion. These employers include Wilf Froese from ideaLEVER, Hank Spaaij from Arrow Transportation / Streamline Technologies, Steve Earl from the Fairfield Inn and Suites, Corey Darling from CIBC, Shatha Al-Reihani from the Plaza Hotel and Margaret Chrumka from the Kamloops Art Gallery. All of these employers have had positive experiences working with students and are eager to share their success stories with the rest of the Kamloops business community.

The TRU and Venture Kamloops Employers Forum will take place in the Mountain Room of the Campus Activity Centre on Wednesday April 20 from 11:30 am to 1:00 pm. This is a free event, but preregistration is required. RSVP by April 15 via www.eventbrite.ca/e/tru-venture-kamloopsemployer-forum-tickets-21534168277.

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Aging power poles to be replaced BC Hydro crews will replace 290 power poles in Kamloops this year. The work is part of BC Hydro’s ongoing maintenance program that will see the replacement of about 12,000 utility poles over the next several months throughout the province.

On average, power poles last about 40 to 50 years; however, there are approximately 70,000 wooden poles in the system that have been in service for more than 50 years. Power poles weaken and deteriorate over time due to adverse weather, insects and wildlife.

BC Hydro maintains and operates a vast and complex electrical system in BC, which includes 900,000 wooden poles that hold more than 58,000 kilometres of overhead distribution lines and 278,000 overhead transformers. Replacing power poles is one of the investments BC Hydro is making in aging infrastructure to improve the safety and reliability of the electricity system.

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Music Exploration Day celebrates kids and music Kamloops Interior Summer School of Music (KISSM) in conjunction with School District 73 will be hosting its third Music Exploration Day on April 16.

This free event is aimed at kids in grades five and up. KISSM will be offering a range of introductorylevel courses on violin, clarinet, trumpet, drums and more. Participants can sign up for either morning or afternoon courses, and will choose two instrument-based courses as well as one choir course.

Music Exploration Day began as a thankyou to The Keg Spirit Foundation for donating money to KISSM. It continues as a great way to pm at the Henry Grube Centre. Registration is introduce kids to music.

The event will take place required and is open to from 10:00 am to 2:00 the public from now until

April 14. A link to regis- tact Kim Mangan, executer will be listed on the tive director of KISSM, at KISSM website. For any 250-574-5437 or at info@ more information, con- kissm.ca.

Breakfast with Margaret Trudeau to benefit mental health ward The Rotary Club of Kamloops and the Royal Inland Hospital (RIH) Foundation have announced the “Shine the Light” community group, in partnership with Flaman Fitness, will be hosting a special breakfast with Margaret Trudeau on April 13. The breakfast will take place at Thompson Rivers University in the Grand Hall.

Beginning at 7:00 am, the event will present Ms. Trudeau as the featured speaker, with a book signing to follow the breakfast. Funds raised from this event will be donated to the RIH Foundation’s Mental Wellness Campaign to raise funds for the renovation of the Mental Health unit.

Margaret Trudeau is a Canadian Icon, celebrated both for her role in the public eye and as a respected mental-health issues advocate. From becoming a Prime Minister’s wife at a young age, to the loss of both her son and her former husband, to living with Bi-Polar disorder, Margaret tirelessly shares her personal stories to remind others of the importance of nurturing the body, mind and spirit.

RIH’s mental health unit sees nearly 1000 patients each year.

The mental health patients at RIH are just like anyone else – they are parents, grandparents, spouses and

young adults. Many patients will common area needs updating. A spend days or even weeks in care. renovation would benefit patients With the community’s support, and their loved ones.”

Tickets are available online at RIH will be able to renovate the common area, where patients and www.ShineTheLightKamloops. their families spend time reading, ca. For more information conexercising and visiting. tact Cam Rauschenberger (Shine Shine the Light committee mem- the Light) at 250-372-2955, ber Nancy Bepple had this to say: cam.rauschenberger@investors“I was a patient at 1-South (mental group.com or Gerry Miller (RIH health unit) about two years ago. Foundation) at 250-314-2160, The care was excellent, but the gerry.miller@interiorhealth.ca.

BC Rural Dividend available to communities Kamloops-North Thompson MLA Terry Lake encourages local governments and organizations in Barriere, Clearwater, Sun Peaks and the region’s First Nations to apply for the $75-million BC Rural Dividend to help strengthen their communities.

As committed during last September’s Union of BC Municipalities convention and in Balanced Budget 2016, the threeyear, $75-million Rural Dividend will help rural communities with populations under 25,000 diversify and bolster their economies.

Applications for the first year of funding will be accepted from April 4 to May 31.

Funding of $25 million per year is available in four categories: Community capacity building; workforce development; commu-

nity and economic development; and business-sector development.

Local governments, not-for-profit organizations and First Nations are eligible to apply.

Single applicants can apply for up to $100,000 for community-driven projects. Partnerships involving more than one eligible applicant can apply for up to $500,000.

A project development-funding stream will provide up to $10,000 to help communities with limited capacity build business cases and feasibility assessments to support the development of strong projects and future project applications.

Downloadable application forms, program guidelines, as well as detailed instructions on how to apply are available at www.gov. bc.ca/ruraldividend.

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Spring Open House date set for Chartwell Kamloops Curious about Chartwell Kamloops Retirement Residence? Interested in checking out the facility and learning more about their excellent standard of care and action packed social calendar? Join the Chartwell family for their Spring Open House on Sunday, April 24 from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm right here on the North Shore!

In addition to tours of Chartwell, there will be dancing, delicious food and refreshments and there will be draws. Glenna Davies, sales consultant, is excited to showcase the Retirement Residence to newcomers. Glenna says, “At Chartwell Kamloops, we are one big family”. The most important goal of their work is to “Make people’s lives better”, by providing support, community, care, sustenance and a lot of interesting outings and activities.

The celebration of spring continues into May with their Spring Tea. Coffee and tea will be served, some delicious goodies will be had, fresh flowers and a live band, which will surely lead to some dancing! The date is May 12 from 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm. Glenna is working with Royal Inland Hospital and Interior Health Authority to host an informative presentation to assist families in creating a smooth transition when it comes to helping their aging parents.

The presentation will be hosted in June, but the date is not available at this time and will be advertised in the near future. support services, amenities and activities, and retirement-residence. Have questions? Call Located across the street from Northills to see pictures of the facility—http://chartwell. Glenna Davies at 778-376-2001 ex. 13212.

Mall, Chartwell Retirement Residence is com/retirement-homes/chartwell-kamloops- Alicia Ashcroft, freelance within walking distance of medical offices, banks, churches, restaurants, cafes and parks.

Chartwell offers independent supportive livCyber scams cost Canadian small business owners $6,200 dollars on average last year, according ing and assisted living options, they have professionally-certified and experienced staff, to a report released by the Canadian Federation of Independent Business. And, over the past 12 and are equipped to provide on-site home care months, 20 per cent of small businesses fell victim to at least one form of fraud.

Ryan Smith, an IT security analyst at Valley First, a division of First West Credit Union, works to those residents who require extra support.

At Chartwell, there is a great community spir- with small businesses regularly and says fighting online fraud takes a combination of knowledge and it. One can never be lonely at this retirement technology. “Securing your software and systems is one part of the solution,” Smith says. “However, residence. Staff is available around the clock, making sure your employees can recognize a scam is even more important as it only takes one with 24-hours support. There is consistent wrong click to inadvertently introduce a virus or welcome a scammer into your company’s system.

One way scammers take money from businesses is by getting an employee to unknowingly observation and concern for the well being of the residents. Nutritious meals are provided download ransomware, malicious software that encrypts a company’s files and makes their data inaccessible, and then demanding a ransom to get it back. Another prevalent scam is spear phishing, and gentle exercise options are offered.

Chartwell Retirement Residences is located in which a scammer posing as an owner or executive sends a message to an employee asking for at 628 Tranquille Road. Check out the website urgent help in transferring money or paying an invoice. For more resources on protecting yourself, for moreApr information about their care options, visit www.islandsavings.ca/Personal/Policies/Security/Phishing/.

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New this year is the addition of a “Travel Option” for the U11 to U14 age groups. The Travel Option provides participants with a choice of out-of-town tournaments to attend as an Academy team. Specifics are outlined on the KYSA website.

The Skill Development Academy falls under the KYSA’s Centre of Excellence umbrella and the sponsorship of Hansport, The Soccer Specialists!

The nine sessions for U13/U14 boys only are set to run Monday nights from 4:30 pm to 5:45 pm starting April 18.

The eight sessions for U5 to U10 boys and girls runs Friday nights from 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm starting April 22. Goalkeeper development sessions for U9 and U10 boys and girls will run concurrently.

The nine sessions for U11/U12 boys and girls and U13/U14 girls only is set to go Friday nights from

5:00 pm to 6:15 pm starting April 22. kysa@telus.net The registration fee for the Skill The KYSA’s Skill Development Development Academy is $95.00 Academy provides a fun, strucper player (U5 to U10) and $110 per tured and professional environplayer (U11 to U14), which includes ment to help players stay active a KYSA training t-shirt. The Travel and develop further in the game Option for U11 to U14 comes with of soccer. The KYSA’s child-cenan additional cost which is outlined tered environment will introduce on the association’s website. players to a series of activities Parents can register their chil- and games designed to develop dren online at kysa.net, where general motor skill coordination, further details on the Skill sport specific movement, techDevelopment Academy are listed. nical ability, skill execution and Inquiries should be directed game awareness at a level approto 250-376-2750 or by email to priate for each participant.

KYSA Pro-D Day camp available The Kamloops Youth Soccer Association (KYSA) is holding its fourth Pro-D Day soccer camp of the year on Monday, April 18. The KYSA’s Pro-D Day Soccer Camps are open to players from U5 up to U12.

The cost for each one-day camp, being held at the Kamloops Soccer Dome from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, is $45 per player.

KYSA Pro-D soccer camps provide a fun, structured and professional environment to help players stay active and develop further in the game of soccer. The KYSA’s child-centered environment will introduce players to a series of activities and games designed to develop general motor skill coordination, sport specific movement, technical ability, skill execution and game awareness at a level appropriate for each participant.

With the 2016 soccer season about to get underway, this is an excellent opportunity for young players to get added training for this season.

Parents can register their children on-line at www.kysa.net or by contacting the KYSA office on McArthur Island.

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A 22-year-old man in Auburn, Washington, saw a crime of opportunity in front of him and couldn’t pass it up. A a store was left unattended. delivery truck, parkedIatown a rental tire In the back was a busy 50” TV. So shop the guy gets a shopping cart, loads the TV into itand and starts pushing it down the street. the last Unfortunately forthing him, someone on mysaw him do it and called 911. A few blocks from the store at the police station, a cop mind is office looks out the window and sees the guy, dressed entirely in camouflage, pushingsupplies. a grocery cart with a TV in it. When Hay, Big Tiressaid that he had bought asked what he wasAlan doing, heOfirst the TV from a friend, then turned and ran away. The cop caught him and arrested him.

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Boasting about the races Some race horses were staying in a stable when one of them starts to boast about his track record. “In the last 15 races, I’ve won eight of them!”

Another horse breaks in, “Well in the last 27 races, I’ve won 19!!”

“Oh that’s good, but in the last 36 races, I’ve won 28!”, says another, flicking his tail.

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The horses are clearly amazed.

“Wow!” says one, after a hushed silence. “A talking dog.”

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Ordering a coffee A man enters a bar and the fee again but this time he pays bartender comes over and asks, with a five-dollar bill.

“Can I help you, sir?”

The bartender smelled an The man answers, “What opportunity for revenge so does a cup of coffee cost in this when he brings the coffee, he place?” throws 48 nickels on the ground The bartender says, “That as change. The man drinks his would be $2.60.” coffee leaving the change on the “Alright, I’ll have one,” says ground. A few minutes later he the man. He takes 26 dimes out throws two dimes on the floor of his wallet and throws them and orders a second coffee. all on the ground. The bartender doesn’t want to get involved in a fight so he just picks up the money and he brings the man his coffee.

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Dad returned shortly, very proud of himself, and proceeded to unpack the grocery bags. He had one bag of sugar, two-dozen eggs, three hams, four boxes of detergent, five boxes of crackers, six eggplants and seven green peppers.

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The smell of breakfast There was a family of three moles that lived outside a house. The family in the house was making breakfast. The father mole stuck his head outside of the hole and said, “I smell bacon and eggs.”

The mother stuck her head out the hole and said, “I smell sau- I called to make airline reservasage and French toast.” The baby tions and was put on hold. After mole not able to get his head several minutes of taped music, through said, “I smell molasses.” a recorded voice came on: “If you have been waiting longer than ten minutes, you may press eight. If your call is not answered within five more minutes, you may press seven. This will not speed up your call, but it will give you something to do while you wait.”

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Seeking Volunteers Do you have retail experience, expertise in collectibles, watches or brand name clothing? Do you enjoy working with others and able to commit to being in this positive environment for 3 hours per week? If so, you could share your knowledge and past experiences in so many ways in this busy downtown store. The Afternoon Auxiliary to RIH, Thrift Seller, is seeking volunteers to help merchandise a large variety of good quality items: cashier and/or assist customers.

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■■ Chances - Apr. 8 Pauline Kyllonen, Apr. 9 No Live Entertainer Boxing Event. Shows from 7 to 10pm. Jam Night every Wednesday from 7 to 10pm. 1250 Halston Ave. ■■ Big Little Science Centre April 9: Electrical Circuit Lab at 11am and 1:30pm. Learn how an electrical circuit works, then use this new information, wires, switches and batteries to run lights and motors. Discover different ways to connect the systems to run everything! Exploration Room is open 10am to 4pm with over 140 different exhibits to enjoy. 655 Holt Street. FMI visit blscs.org.

■■ Fun Laughter Friends adult social group events: April 12: Ladies Only Morning. FMI contact laugh2014@shaw.ca.

■■ Harry Potter Improv! On April 9 at the Stage House Theatre, 422 Tranquille Rd. Doors at 7pm, show at 7:30pm. Presented by the Freudian Slips. Tickets available Pauline Kyllonen will be performing at Chances Barside Lounge this Friday at the door (cash only). FMI visit: evening from 7:00 to 10:00 pm. Stop by the newly renovated lounge for www.chimeratheatre.com. delicious food and amazing local talent.

■■“Let’s Scrap Breast Cancer” on April 9 from 10am to 10pm and Capital Centre. Hosted by the May 10 at 7pm at Kamloops United April 10 from 9am to 4pm at the Kamloops Track and Field Club. Church. A concert of Broadway Brock CSI, 9A-1800 Tranquille Rd. Open to the public. FMI call Joan show tunes. Special guests will be Scrapbooking fundraiser with door Cowden 250-377-4586. the Jewel Tones ensemble. Admisprizes, games, draws, lunch and so ■■ Investors Group Walk for sion is by donation for this scentmuch more! FMI and registration Alzheimer’s on May 1 at the TCC free event. FMI call 250-828-0445. contact Jacki at 250-579-0195 or Indoor Track, 910 McGill Rd. FMI ■■ Army and Navy Club Events: avonjacki@gmail.com. and to register visit walkformemo- Tuesday Bingo at 4:30pm, Wednes■■ Annual Elementary Schools ries.ca or call 250-377-8200. day Senior’s Darts 55+ from 1:30 Relay Fest on April 13 begin- ■■ Kamloops Happy Choristers to 4pm, Friday Fun with Karaoke at ning at 3:15pm in the Tournament Seniors Choir Spring Concert on 7:30pm. Support local charities on

Inviting Seniors to join us for a

Open House Visit us for an informative aternoon and discover all that Berwick on the Park has to offer. Suites starting at $9.

Enjoy our hospitality and experience the truly unique “Berwick Way”

Friday, April 15th 2:00 - 4:00pm Group sizes are limited so please pre-register by calling 250.377.7275 60 WHITESHIELD CRESCENT SOUTH, KAMLOOPS 250.377.7275

Saturday and Sunday Meat Draws starting at 3pm. Army and Navy Club, #9-177 Tranquille Rd. FMI call 250-554-2455.

■■ Variety and Line Dancing on Tuesdays from 3 to 4pm at the North Shore Community Centre, 730 Cottonwood Ave. Drop in fee required. FMI call 250-376-4777.

■■ Fraternal Order of Eagles Weekly Events- Tuesdays 3:30pm to 5:30pm Pull Tab Draws, Wednesdays 4pm to 6pm Horse Races with ‘Big Jim’, Wii Bowling on Fridays from 6 to 10pm, Saturday and Sundays 3pm to 5pm Meat Draws. 755 Tranquille Rd 250-376-4633.

■■ Society for Creative Anachronism - Shire of Ramsgaard weekly practice/gathering on Mondays at 7pm at Stage House Theatre, 422 Tranquille Rd. FMI call Raynagh at 250-376-6676.

■■ Donations wanted of old/damaged bras to be repaired and passed on to those in need. FMI call Grace at 250-554-1065.

■■ Acoustic Jam Nights at The Alano Club, 171 Leigh Rd from 7 to 10pm on the 1st and 3rd Mon. of each month. Hosted by Perry Tucker and the Good Gravy Band.

Great atmosphere, have a burger and try the hand cut fries.

■ Pyrohu Suppers on the last Fri. of each month (except July and Aug.) from 5 to 7pm at the Ukrainian Orthodox Church, 1044 8th St. Tickets at the door. FMI call 250578-8266 or 250-376-1978.

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echo stargazer Dear Aries: (Mar. 21 - April 20) A shift in energy has you looking for new ways of expressing your personal self. You’ve come a long way and it’s time for your appearance to reflect your new attitude and place in the world. A trip to the salon for a makeover is long overdue.

Dear Taurus: (Apr. 21 - May 21) It’s time for Taurus to take a break and look both backwards and inwards. Don’t get caught up in the rushing about and do your best to stay in your comfort zone.

Love returns from the past.

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Dear Gemini: (May 22 - June 21) Your personal energy might be channeled into cleaning up intimate relationships but both attraction and love are arriving from the larger group. Internet dating leads to surprising encounters. Get out and make some new friends.

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Dear Cancer: (June 22 - July 22) You’re putting a lot of energy into planning the new you and the bosses have noticed. A new job or bigger responsibilities at work are on the horizon. Someone at the office has a crush on you.

Dear Leo: (July 23 - Aug 22) It’s a workweek but the sunlight and warm smiles are encouraging you to get out and play. The general mood will be aggressive this week so make sure you finish all of your chores before you leave the office or the bosses won’t be happy.

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Dear Virgo: (Aug. 23 - Sept. 23) Teamwork finally brings the results you’ve been waiting for. Keep on track with your projects but don’t rock the boat pushing a private agenda. You’re the star but you’ll go further together.

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Dear Libra (Sept. 24 - Oct. 23) Love stops in to say hello! There is someone that you’ve had an eye on but you haven’t been able to bridge the gap. Have confidence in your decision. The new person is more than a pretty smile.

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Dear Scorpio: (Oct. 24 - Nov. 22) Get back to the gym. Your emotional power stems directly from how you feel about yourself physically. Plus, you want to look your best when love smiles at you in a few short weeks. Plan for success.

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Dear Sagittarius: (Nov. 23 -Dec. 21) Business continues to be stellar but it’s now time for love, playful expressions and children.

Temper the grouchy attitude that has set in. It’s only a passing transit but you don’t want to miss out when love smiles your way.

shop local. eat local.

shop local. eat local.

Dear Capricorn: (Dec. 22 - Jan. 20) There’s new energy in your astro-sector of home and family. It’s not time to add to the family just yet but it is time to be thinking of a move or general renovations. Upwards and onwards.

spend local.

spend local.

Dear Aquarius: (Jan. 21 - Feb. 19) Money continues to be enjoy local.

enjoy local.

strong especially with joint projects but it’s now time to leave the office and spread the word. The daily pace picks up. Have your pitch ready when an influential person starts asking questions.

it takes you to it takes you to Dear Pisces: (Feb. 20 - Mar. 20) The office might be causing fits start the trend of trouble but money is still rolling in. You continue to be super lucky start the trend with your closest friends. Team up and buy a lottery ticket.

Astro-week Sonnyscopes courtesy of Collin Sonny Rosati, Vancouver Astrologer, Hypnotist. For personal readings visit thesunnyside.net.

shop local. spend local. it takes you to start the trend

shop local. eat local. spend local. enjoy local. it takes you to start the trend

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