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Friendships, insults and ART at the Stage House A little Art at the Stage House This month, the Stage House Theatre and the Kamloops Players are presenting the brilliant comedy Art. It is a unique twist on human nature told through a riveting script by Yasmina Reza, translated by Christopher Hampton. Serge, Marc and Yvan will have the audience pondering and laughing along as they discover the true meaning of art and friendship. Art will be shown at the Stage House Theatre, 422 Tranquille Road, from April 10 to the 12. This quaint venue can seat up to 75 people to provide a unique atmosphere. The Stage House is a great location to watch theatre because of its intimate setting. “There are only three cast members in Art, which makes it even more intimate,” says Jason Mynett, director of Art. “You get to know the characters and the actors really well.” “We have it set up cabaret style and sell liquor; so it is more of a night out,” adds Jason. “This is a lovely little spot which is funky and fun.” Art begins with Serge, a wealthy young doctor who buys an unusual piece of artwork for an even more unusual price. Marc confronts his friend over his purchase and his shocked by the reaction to what he deems not good. Enter Yvan, who in attempting to sit on the fence
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Firefighters and City reach collective agreement The City of Kamloops and their firefighters, IAFF Local 913, have agreed to a Collective Agreement. The previous agreement expired in December 2010. This new four-year agreement will take both parties to the end of 2014, and will provide for a 1.25 per cent increase effective January 1, 2011; 1.25 per cent effective July 1, 2011; and 0.5 per cent effective January 1, 2013. The wage increases for 2012, 2013 and 2014 shall be the average of the percentage increase agreed to by the majority of 15 Lower Mainland municipality IAFF Firefighter Agreements. There were a number of operational efficiencies and improvements negotiated in the Collective Agreement that helped to reduce contract costs. These negotiations included no benefit enhancements, an increase in the number of flex firefighters allowing for greater flexibility in job responsibilities and an improved uniform replacement system. The City of Kamloops and IAFF Local 913 were scheduled to proceed to arbitration in April to settle what would have likely been a one- or two-year term, which would have resulted in a Collective Agreement that would have remained two or more years in arrears.
Kamloops Fire Chief Dale McLean says, “I am very pleased that we were able to reach a settlement with our firefighters. This is a direct result of the positive working relationship established between Labour and Management. Everyone within Kamloops Fire Rescue has common goals and objectives in providing the best service possible. The negotiations and Collective Agreement outcomes clearly illustrate this commitment.” Kris Krutop, IAFF Local 913 President, states, “We are encouraged by Administration’s willingness to discuss our business objectively. This agreement is a result of working in a collaborative fashion focusing on efficiencies and operational improvements to our service delivery. It was important to everyone that our service be as efficient as possible. Both parties worked diligently to analyze our business and to carefully consider the people that we proudly serve.” “We’re pleased that an agreement has been reached and we look forward to a continued positive relationship providing excellent fire services in our community,” comments Mayor Peter Milobar.
The reward for community volunteering is priceless There are many organizations and events around the community, which are currently looking for volunteers. Take a look at the volunteerkamloops.org website and see how you can help out. The Habitat for Humanity Kamloops 2014 Build is looking for build volunteers. They are looking for people to help them on the build site. Many different positions: first aid, cement/cement finishing, cribbing, drywall, board-
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providing safe, fun, recreational, educational and creative programs for people with disabilities. Food Safe, First Aid, and any other certificates would be an asset. You must be 15+ to volunteer and family volunteering friendly. The reward for volunteering your time is priceless. Take the opportunity to make a difference in our community. For these and many other volunteer opportunities please call 250-372-8313.
Meet local startups, experienced mentors and other people with big ideas! Kamloops Startup Coffee serves up free coffee, easy conversation and great advice in a friendly environment. This group will meet each month at Common Grounds, Kamloops’ only student owned and operated coffee shop, on campus at TRU. Kamloops Startup Coffee is a regular, informal meeting for entrepreneurs, students and anyone interested in the #startuplife. These sessions with be hosted by kamloops Innovation executive director and the director, Research Partnerships and Enterprise Creation at TRU – Lincoln Smith. For more information please look at: kamloopsinnovation.ca/ai1ec_event/ startup-coffee/?instance_id=378.
Unique theatre - continued from front a conversation between three men. It is more about how we take the normalcies of life and how they can affect friendships.” Jason used the example of being a friend with someone who buys a Hummer, which you don’t agree with. Such a situation can affect your friendship. As Jason said, “You learn about true friendships because the truth comes out.” “Rehearsals have been going great. We are having a lot of fun. It is a different play for the actors. They are enjoying the challenge and the script.” Jason is not only the director; he also plays the character Marc. “It is a weary role,” comments Jason. “Jason is very dynamic in his role as Marc,” adds Tammi Rose, stage manager. The Stage House Theatre and the Kamloops Players are keeping the cultural community alive and live on the North Shore. The Stage House is the cultural spot on the north side of the river. The Kamloops Players have been in the community for 46 years and look forward to many more productions. For more information please visit kamloopsplayers.com/ or kamloopslive.ca. Ashley Demedeiros
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Citizens address Fair Elections Act Thousands of Canadians deliver message at MP offices: Let People Vote! - fix the “Fair Elections Act” or scrap it entirely. Concerned citizens delivered a petition with over 80,000 signatures to the office of Cathy McLeod on March 25 to challenge some of the major changes in the Conservative government’s proposed Elections Act. The delivery was part of a national day of action called “Let People Vote!” at 31 MP offices across the country. The petition opposes the unnecessarily strict voter ID requirements that could stop hundreds of thousands from voting in the next election, and calls for election fraud investigators to be given the power to compel political operatives to testify.
People in Kamloops joined thousands of Canadians who held signs and banners outside MP offices to defend the voting rights of all Canadians. Many expressed concerns that the proposed changes to the elections law are politically motivated, as US Republicans have used similar tactics to disenfranchise people who they believe are more likely to vote for Democrats. “At a time when voter turn-out is declining, the last thing we need is to make it harder for those least likely to vote” says Kamloops organizer, Eli Pivnick. The Let People Vote national day of action was supported and facilitated by leadnow.ca, the Council of Canadians and the Canadian Federation of Students.
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Austin Favre enjoyed the Lego Week at the Big Little Science Centre from March 11 to 15. Keep your eye on the BLSC’s Facebook page and website for updates on their new and education events for all ages.
Dr. Jeanette Robertson will be moderating a seminar on Science on Tap: Quench your Interest on April 24 at the Doubletree by Hilton from 6:30 to 8:30 pm. The topic of discussion is Spirituality and Healing in Healthcare: how does the integration of spiritual care influence health outcomes
or relieve suffering? Join them for a cross-cultural discussion about the role spirituality and spiritual care play in the health and welfare of healthcare consumers. This free event will be in the Yellowhead room at 339 St. Paul Street. Please contact jrobertdon@tru.ca for additional information.
Spring brings beautification work on North Shore Spring is finally here! It’s a great time to get out on the many walking paths we have on the North Shore and enjoy yourself after a long, cold winter. Our favourite family walking area is Schubert Drive and we’ve been taking our girls out there and enjoying the beautiful view. My daughter Josephine makes a point of saying a big two year-old “HI!” to everyone we see. With spring comes beautification work. The first one is the finishing touches on the Tranquille Road upgrades that started last year and didn’t get finished before winter came on. With the new lights, multi-use path and green spaces the Tranquille Market looks great! The second one is the beautification project at the corner of Fortune and Leigh Roads on May 2 (Arbor Day). This is a joint project between the Kamloops North Shore BIA, the City of Kamloops and Communities in Bloom. If you want to be a part of the Fortune and Leigh project by donating material or show off your green thumb by volunteering for the planting; let us know! You can find more information on these and
other BIA events by following us on Facebook and signing up for our newsletter at nsbia.com We want to give a special thanks to the crew at Kamloops CBC Daybreak for doing a special morning edition from the North Shore. They toured our great area and did live interviews from Red Beard Roster on Tranquille Street. We’re also working with Edge Publishing on our annual North Shore Directory. Be a part of welcoming visitors to the North Shore by showcasing your business in the directory. If you are interested in getting involved with what your BIA is doing let us know. We’d love to get you involved. There is momentum growing and building on the North Shore. It’s in the air and in the promise of where we can go as a community. Let’s keep proudly saying “We are the North Shore!” and show what we can accomplish when we work together! Steven L. Puhallo, Executive Director North Shore Business Improvement Association
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Barb’s Book Sale is always a big hit There is more to the annual Kamloops Symphony Orchestra (KSO)Book Sale than meets the eye. The event’s creator, KSO board member Barb Corbishley, passed away in 2005 from cancer. It was that year the Symphony’s Book and Music Sale was renamed Barb’s Book and Music Sale. Barb first started the book sale some 20 years ago as a little event to help raise some money for the KSO. It started off as a small sale, which has grown over the years to become a $40,000 to $50,000 fundraiser for the community group. Kathy Humphreys, general manager of the Kamloops Symphony Orchestra, remembers Barb fondly. “Barb was at the book sale every day,” comments Kathy. “Now her husband John, who is one of our supporters and volunteers, is here just about every day working behind the scenes.” It is dedicated people like Barb and John who make the semiannual book sale such a great success. “A lot of credit has to go to the volunteers,” adds Kathy. “There are over a hundred volunteers who help with the sale each year. They are totally dedicated; they want to work at the book sale. They call us well in advance and sign up for shifts.” There are volunteers who do everything from running the tills, pricing, setting up, organizing the books to taking everything down after the two-
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even people who buy a bunch of books and will donate them back the following year and pick up some more.” Barb’s Book and Music Sale is from April 5 to 9 at the Aberdeen Court located at 302-1150 Hillside Drive. The sale will be open 9:30am to 5:30pm from Mondays to Saturdays and 12:00 pm to 5:00pm on Sundays. The money from the sale helps with the KSO’s operating funds, performance programs and education at the symphony school. Stop by the sale and maybe grab a book or two or donate your old books for someone else to enjoy. Ashley Demederios
Natural resource violation hotline and website Every British Columbian has an interest in ensuring that natural resource sector activities are being conducted legally and safely. Now there’s a new system that anyone in the Thompson Okanagan region can use to report possible violations. The Natural Resource Violation Reporting pilot project launched on March 19, and will run for about six weeks, using a new webpage: for. gov.bc.ca/hen/nrv/ and toll-free hotline: 1 844 NRO-TIPS (1 844 6768477). The pilot project will then be evaluated to determine whether it should be implemented province wide. Members of the public can use these tools 24 hours a day to submit reports of suspected violations of up to 46 different resource manage-
ment acts and regulations, including the Land Act, Water Act, Heritage Conservation Act, Forest Act, Wildfire Act, and Forest and Range Practices Act. Previously, calls from the public would be received by a multitude of offices. The intent of the new hotline and webpage is to streamline violation reporting, enabling staff to respond more quickly. The new webpage includes information on what types of concerns and incidents are covered by this legislation, including: illegal cabins or structures; illegal occupation of Crown land (squatting); improper use or development of Crown land; alterations to foreshores or riparian areas of lakes and streams; land tenure requirements; forestry operations; heritage conservation;
recreation sites and trails; and irresponsible ATV or motorbike use. People can fill out a form on the webpage or phone the hotline to submit a report, which will then be documented. The appropriate government office or agency will then be notified to investigate the incident or concern. “The excellent work done by the ministry’s Natural Resource Officers and staff is made easier when individual British Columbians take the time to report concerns about possible violations of natural resource legislation. This new reporting system provides a more streamlined method to quickly bring potential issues to our attention,” says Minister of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations, Steve Thomson.
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Maximus Prime arrives Ever wonder what 27 litres of wine looks like in one bottle? It’s time to find out; Maximus Prime has arrived at Hoodoos at Sun Rivers. This 27 litre wine bottle called ‘The Primat’ is among the largest and rarest in the world. A Latin word for ‘leader’, this name alludes to the best, the top, and the most prized and is one of only four produced by Cassini Cellars. So, how much is 27 litres of wine? Standing just under three feet tall, this bottle contains 36, 750 ml bottles or 180 glasses of wine and weighs in at 125 pounds. Winemaker, Adrian Cassini believes “each bottle of wine should communicate something distinct, something unique about the region it comes from. It’s this dedication to craft and subtlety which has quickly made our red and white wines some of the most celebrated on the Golden Mile Bench, the finest grape growing region in Canada nestled in the Okanagan Valley.” Hoodoos at Sun Rivers launched the Hoodoos Wine Club this past Friday at the seventh Annual Wine Soiree. This big bottle program will
add some excitement heading into 2015 when Rob Larocque, Hoodoos at Sun Rivers General Manager, along with Adrian Cassini breakout the corkscrew and pour Maximus Prime. And yes, a regular corkscrew will open Maximus Prime. The Maximus Collectors Series, a classic Bordeaux/Meritage style wine, has won numerous awards and medals including seven Gold Medals in 2013. Cassini Cellars of Oliver BC is the producer of one of BC’s biggest red wines. How can you be a part of this big bottle event and other wine events at Hoodoos? The Hoodoos Wine Club offers a one year membership with access to exclusive wine events, free gift, free tastings at select wineries (including Cassini Cellars) and advanced purchase opportunity for large wine events at Hoodoos, ten percent discount at Sun Rivers Pro Shop and Discovery Wines in Kamloops and other wine club events! For full details and to purchase your membership visit sunrivers.com/ hoodoos and click on ‘wine club.’
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The MS Society of Canada is hosting free Spring education session at the Brocklehurst Gemstone Care Centre (1955 Tranquille Road, second floor “Bistro”) on April 9 from 10:30am to 12:00pm. Michelle Bunney is a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) for Interior Health, in charge of the Interior Health Authority Regional chapter of CAYA (Communication Assistance for Youth and Adults). CAYA is a provincial program that provides support to individuals 19 and older who require augmentative and alternative communication such as communication books, boards and technology devices. CAYA clients have a variety of communication needs and reasons for requiring communication aids, such as Parkinson’s, ALS, MS, Stroke, Cerebral Palsy, Laryngectomy, Dementia, Autism, etc. Michelle’s philosophy as a SLP is to remove the barriers preventing full expression of one’s personality through improving access to communication. Before working for CAYA, Michelle worked with pre-
school children with speech and language needs. She is also a devoted yoga practitioner and teacher and she incorporates her knowledge of breath, posture and movement into her work as an SLP. You may register for this free session by contacting Cyndi at the Chapter office, 250-314-0773 or by email at cyndi.lion@mssociety.ca. Please register by April 3 as space is limited.
Elementary relay The Kamloops Track and Field Club will hold the its Annual Elementary Schools Relay Fest on Wednesday, April 2 in the Tournament Capital Center at Thompson Rivers University. Relays begin at 3:15pm and are open to the public. This is the sixth year that the Valleyview Lion’s Club (Paddle Wheelers) volunteer their time as well as providing ribbons and medals that will be presented. For further information please call Joan at 250-377-4586.
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At a private reception at the 2014 Training House at The Pointe Sun Rivers, Community leaders gathered to recognize the sponsors who contributed in products and services to the home. Accolades were given by Mayor Peter Milobar, TRU Dean of Trades Lindsay Langill, YMCA/YWCA CEO Colin Reid and Jason Gagnon of Greenvale Construction, project manager of the training house. Plaques were presented to the toplevel sponsors and certificates to the Gold, Silver and Copper level sponsors. CHBA CI President Matt McCurrach was the emcee to an appreciative group of 90 attendees. “Our CHBA CI Local has been building Training Houses with our
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The Dilem Concept: Dilem is tional temples (from our selection a patented system of frames with of single-color temples). interchangeable temples. A conFind out more, or check out the temporary style with its roots in the simulator online at dilem.fr. Simworld of fashion in terms of design, ply choose a frame style, and then colours and temple patterns. Dilem you can see all the temple options is a top manufacturer with a collec- available! tion of hand-polished, interchange“Although eyeglasses have been able temples made considered fashionfrom XP2 (an ultraable for many years The Dilem concept resistant engineered the Dilem Concept allows one pair of material). Dilem is allows one pair of glasses to become designed for men, glasses to become women and teenmany,” notes Sydmany. agers looking for ney Takahashi, – Sydney Takahashi, General Manager a simply different General Manager of Takahashi Optometry Centre frame. Takahashi OptomA Fashion accesetry Centre. sory: Dilem prodOn Wednesday, ucts can be individualized and April 16, the Dilem sales rep will always reflect the latest trends. be at the Centre, located in the Dilem is a style, attitude and a way Centennial Building at 153-202 of life. Dilem is freedom! This un- Seymour Street, between 3:00pm conventional concept makes it pos- to 6:30pm to demonstrate this sible to change your appearance to new product. He will bring with suit your mood. him many of the new releases of Enjoy the delights of exquisite temples and frames that patients colors (raspberry, mango, choco- can try on. If patients do not have a late, coconut, etc.), and original current prescription an eye examipatterns and designs. nation can be arranged at the clinic Every purchase of a Dilem frame between 8:00am and 4:00pm Monentitles you to a free pair of addi- day to Friday.
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Community minded activites for all ■■ Big Little Science Centre Dr. David McKinnon “Through Rose and other Tinted Glass: a Chemist Looks at Stained Glass” on April 24, 7pm. 655 Holt St. ■■ Chances - April 4 Steve Hillis, April 5 Spencer’s Dirty Matadors. FMI call 250-554-1030. Shows are 7 to 10pm. 1250 Halston Ave. ■■ Excelsior Rebekah Lodge #23 Events: April 7 at 7:30pm Hall Society Meeting, April 8 at 7:30pm Regular Meeting, April 21 at 7:30pm P.N.G. Meeting Cribbage in Armstrong, April 28 to May 1 Rebekah Assembly Sessions in Penticton. FMI contact Beverlee at 250-374-0949. ■■ Dinner & Entertainment with HEALING ARTS - Local artist Una Connor’s exhibit, My Visions of Energy Healing, is at Wilson House Gallery Matt Duffus on April 4. Dinner at until April 16. Twenty-five heartfelt drawings open up a space for a new level of understanding of human 5:30pm and entertainment at 7pm emotion and personal acceptance. Una’s latest artistic endeavour has been with an African Djembe and at The Fraternal Order of Eagles percussion ensemble, Kamloops Drum Connection, performing throughout the community. She also dabbles in Hall, 755 Tranquille Rd. For tick- alternative forms of experimental and performance arts, dance and yoga. ets contact 250-376-4633. ■■ Coffee Connections for all RIH retirees on April 8 from 10am ■■ Nursing Foot Care, a fun free ■■ Anti Bullying Workshop on the Ukrainian Orthodox Church, to 12pm at North Shore Commu- educational afternoon on April 14 Apr. 3 from 12 to 2pm at Kam- 1044 8th St. Handicap Accessible. nity Centre, 730 Cottonwood Ave. from 1 to 3pm at CSI Activity Cen- loops Immigrant Services, 448 Ukrainian Easter Breads, baking, FMI contact 250-374-2209 or visit tre in the Brock Shopping Centre. Tranquille Rd. Free workshop. To Ukrainian Easter Eggs and egg register or FMI contact Coby at writing supplies, perogies, cabrihretirees.com. FMI call 250-574-8939. n We in ■■ ART, A Play One Act Exploration 778-470-6101 or communitycon- bage rolls and more. FMI contact specialize in by ■■ Kamloops Donna at 250-376-0581 or mazurYasmina Reza on April 10, 11 and Group Lecture Series April 24 nection@kcris.ca. Small Business n Government 12 at 8pm and April 12 atReturns 2pm at 7pm with John Clague on Hy- ■■ Cards for a Cause supporting vid@telus.net. at the StagenHouse Taxes Theater, 422 draulic Fracturing - The Science, Crohns and Colitis Foundation on ■■ Bazaar and Bake Sale on n Tickets Tranquille Rd. available Full support for at Economics and Politics of the Re- Apr. 12 from 10am to 3pm at the April 12 from 8 to 11am at The Kamloops LiveSage Box&Office: 250- covery of Shale Gas and Oil. All North Shore Community Centre, Fraternal Order of Eagles hall, 755 Quick Books 374-5483 or www.kamloopslive. lectures are in the TRU Mountain 730 Cottonwood Ave. Make 9 Tranquille Rd. FMI and table rentoccasions cards. Muffins, coffee al contact Janet at 250-376-1370. ca. Room. TRUE NUMBERS JoAnne ■■ Fun Laughter Friends So- CALL: ■■ Adult Drop in Badminton at available, door prizes. Bring your ■■ Easter Bread and Bake Sale ACCOUNTING cial Group Plant/Seed Exchange 250.371.2273 the OLPH Gym, 635 Tranquille own lunch and adhesives/scis- on April 12 from 10am to 12pm at on April 13. Trade or give away, Rd. at 7pm every Tues. night with sors. Registration deadline is Apr. the Holy Trinity Ukrainian Cathono selling. House plants or slips, a drop in fee. Birds provided with 3. FMI or to register contact 250- lic Church, 109 Tranquille Rd. Paska’s and Babka’s, fresh baked bedding plants: vegetable, flower, a wide range of recreational play- 554-1817. overgrown yard plants chunks. ers. FMI contact Robert 250-579- ■■ Annual Easter Bake Sale on cabbage rolls, perogies and homeApril 5 from 10am to 12pm at made baking. FMI contact laugh2014@shaw.ca. 0193.
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Your Horoscope ARIES (Mar. 21- April 20) Aspects that were with you in the past couple of weeks continue to affect your life and attitude. Watch your temper. Choose your battles with wisdom. TAURUS (Apr. 21- May 21) Venus, your ruling planet, travels with you into the territory of friendships, community and organizational affairs. Your romantic side is cooperating well with your nurturing side at this time. GEMINI (May 22-June 21) The sector of life related to romance, children and personal creativity is on hold this week. Meanwhile your ability to concentrate upon projects that require management of details is strong. Organizing files, closets and cabinets will clear the clutter from your mind. CANCER (June 22-July 22) You may not be feeling quite comfortable with yourself this week. It appears your mind is in conflict with your feelings. Do the best you can to deal with this issue up front, perhaps by journaling or discussing it with a friend. LEO (July 23-Aug 22) Everything is heating up for you. Sudden changes may occur related to legal, travel and educational interests. Drive and handle tools cautiously. You may be subject to accidents now. VIRGO (Aug. 23 -Sept. 23) You may be concentrating on giving practical help to your significant other or to someone else of importance to you. LIBRA (Sept. 24 -Oct. 23) Examine your motives carefully before taking any initiatives this week. An action may cost you more than it is worth, especially in relationship to other people. The people whose path you cross may have sudden shifts of intention that surprise and confuse you. Or you may be the one who shocks others. SCORPIO (Oct. 24 - Nov. 22) Gossip or dark tales may be following you around at this time. Absolutely do not directly attack the perpetrator, lest the tales expand and grow like Pinocchio’s nose. Attend to matters that you can effectively handle for best results. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23 -Dec. 21) You want to go everywhere and do everything at once. You feel generous to others and they to you. If money is an issue, then you would be better off to leave credit cards at home. This period may be difficult for those on a diet or other self-improvement Bruce Bruce Dunn Dunn Music Music Director Director program. 2013/2014 Season CAPRICORN (Dec. 22.- Jan. 20) There appears to be considerable Stagehouse.1.4.resize.indd 1 14-03-27 POPS pressure on you that comes from the arenas of home, hearth and family. 13 SERIES Mechanical items may break down, seemingly everywhere in your life. 14 The week favors education in practical skills. AQUARIUS (Jan. 21 -Feb. 19) Your sign is known as an ‘upside-down’ thinker. You are a natural at seeing situations and problems from a different point of view than the pack. This is a gift you always bring to any April 11 /2014 Friday 7:30 pm circumstance. April 12 /2014 Saturday 7:30 pm PISCES (Feb. 20-Mar. 20) Your reflexes are off kilter. Use caution while Sagebrush Theatre driving, exercising, or handling tools. One or more debts may be paid. Someone makes payment to you, you pay off debt, or both. The goddess Shakura S’Aida of love brings complements, small gifts or romance.
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KamClean Week April 13- 19, 2014
What is KamClean Week? Kamloops residents are encouraged to clean up around their homes and neighborhoods during this week to kick off the year in making Kamloops Shine. This week helps of the ongoing collective effort of community clean-ups throughout the year. There is greater awareness amongst various sectors of the community about litter clean-up and general cleanliness and ongoing maintenance in commercial and residential neighborhoods.
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Free Landfill Day ~ April 13 From 8:30 - 4:30 pm, you can drop off your refuse at Mission Flats & Barnhartvale landfills for no charge.
Council Clean Up Day ~ April 15 City Council with Communities in Bloom will be doing litter pick up around town. Graffiti Clean Up Day ~ April 16 Join Communities in Bloom as they clean up graffiti around Schubert Lookout on the Rivers Trail.
KamClean Schoolyard Challenge Register Your School: This program challenges all city schools to register online and pick a day to help clean up litter around your neighbourhood and your schoolyard. Let’s all pitch in to make Kamloops cleaner. Register today at: www.kamloops.ca/kamclean
Adopt-A-Road Day ~ April 17 The Adopt-A-Road program allows clubs, citizens and private organizations the opportunity to help keep Kamloops beautiful by volunteering to pick up litter along a designated street. Sign up your group today! Call 250-828-3400.
Yard Waste* Please dispose of any yard waste at one of the many sites in Kamloops: Cinnamon Ridge, Barnhartvale or McGill Rd. * Please note all sod, turf and soil are no longer accepted. Please take these items to the landfill.
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