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Get your hands dirty at Mining Day On Saturday, May 3, the Last year we had a rock display Kamloops Exploration where there were clues that lead Group (KEG) and Canadian to the name of the rock. It is a fun Institute of Mining (CIM) family day.” South Centre BC Branch This is the third Mining Day are putting on an event to event to be held in Kamloops and celebrate BC Mining Week. it is gaining ground each year. Mining Day is a free event at “We are able to show the people the Big Little Science Cenin the community what mining in tre, 655 Holt Street, which BC is really all about,” comments is interactive and fun. MinNicole. “We take those typical ing Day in Kamloops offers ideas and preconceived notions families the opportunity to and educate people.” understand how geology afYou can stop by the Big Little fects their lives. Science Centre between 11:00am There is more to the ground and 4:00pm on May 3 to explore we walk on than the grit and Mining Day. KEG director Roydirt we see. There is a whole anna Wild is passionate about system of minerals and maeducation and mining. “People terials that come together in get to come in and experience and mysterious and intriguing learn what mining is all about. ways. There are many peoThere is always something new to ple who work with the earth see or do,” Royanna says. There on a daily basis whether it is will be everything from face water resources, minerals, painting to learning how to run an hydrocarbon exploration or Last year there were lineups of people wanting to get closer to Yukon Dan as he excavator with New Gold’s simujust simply insight into the demonstrated his gold panning skills. lator at Mining Day. You can also earth’s history. join in on the Rock Identification Mining Day is a unique demonstration put on by KEG. A event because it includes a number of informational displays from lo- Geologist will look at any rock you bring in and tell you what kind it cal presenters, uses interactive learning techniques for children and is. Also, don’t forget to check out the Bird Seed Mining and Bike Draw has rock displays from local exploration and mining groups. Nicole events. Trudell, community relations personnel from KGHM International “It is a really great opportunity for everyone to work together to make Ltd., Ajax Project is excited about this day of exploring mining. “This it a really fun day,” adds Nicole. If you are looking to have a fun day is an oppourtunity to get kids and the public learning more about - continued on page 2 the mining industry,” says Nicole. “All the booths are interactive.
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Gas Tax Fund Changes Cathy McLeod, Member of Parliament for Kamloops – Thompson – Cariboo highlighted changes to the new flexibility to the Gas Tax Fund (GTF). “As part of the New Building Canada Plan, the renewed federal Gas Tax Fund provides predictable, long-term, stable funding for Canadian municipalities to help them build and revitalize their local public infrastructure,” says Cathy. “As of April 1, communities will be able to put the renewed Gas Tax Fund towards a wider range of projects, which means they will have even more flexibility in the types of projects they fund.” Currently, communities can put the federal GTF towards the following eligible categories: public transit; wastewater infrastructure; drinking water; solid waste management; community energy systems; local roads and bridges. In addition to the above, communities will now be able to use the federal GTF towards: highways; local and regional airports; short-line rail; short-sea shipping; disaster mitigation; broadband and connectivity; brownfield redevelopment; culture; tourism; sport and recreation. The federal GTF program was originally designed to provide municipalities with $5 billion in predictable funding over five years. Our Government has made significant improvements to the GTF. It has been extended and doubled from $1 billion to $2 billion annually, and legislated as a permanent source of federal infrastructure funding for municipalities. As announced in Economic Action Plan 2013, the renewed federal GTF is being indexed at two per cent per year, to be applied in $100 million increments, which means that it will grow by $1.8 billion over the next decade. Funding is provided up front, twice-a-year, to provinces and territories, who in turn allocate this funding to their municipalities to support local infrastructure priorities. Municipalities can pool, bank and borrow against this funding, providing significant financial flexibility.
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The 2014 Boogie the Bridge saw 2,100 people on Sunday. Terri Axani, Jen Mccarthy, Bonnie White, Anita Stewart, Jen Rensch and Jaimie Shinkewski, prepare the medals for participants. Without the hours of volunteer time, the Boogie would not be possible.
New Aboriginal committee with BC Hydro BC Hydro has created a new Strategic Aboriginal Engagement Committee. The committee’s mandate is to provide advice and input, identify barriers and solutions, and generate innovative concepts and approaches to support the design and delivery of BC Hydro’s planning and operations as well as its Aboriginal Relations Strategy. The committee will be responsible for providing recommendations to which BC Hydro will respond publicly in writing. The committee consists of 12 members. The eight non-BC Hydro members are: Carl Archie, Secwepemc Nation, Kim
Baird, Tsawwassen First Nation, Robin Billy, Adams Lake Indian Band, Willie Charlie, Sts›ailes Nation, Michelle Corfield, Ucluelet First Nation, Bruce Dumont, Métis Nation BC, Dan George, Wet’suwet’en First Nation, and Annita McPhee, Tahltan Nation. “As a former BC Hydro board member and member of the Tsawwassen First Nation, I am very pleased that BC Hydro has taken this progressive step. I am excited to have the opportunity to work with this group of extremely capable individuals and I look forward to meaningful dialogue and input,” says Kim Baird. Members have been appointed for a one-year term and were chosen from 43 applicants by an allAboriginal selection committee. Four senior BC Hydro represen-
tatives will also serve on the committee but will not have the voting rights held by the non-BC Hydro members. Charles Reid, president and CEO, BC Hydro, is excited about this new endeavor: “Building collaborative relationships with First Nations throughout the province is critical to ensuring BC Hydro can continue to deliver on its capital and operating plans. This is one piece of our overall engagement strategy and I am excited about the value this committee will bring to help us improve our relationships and our operations overall.” BC Hydro strives to achieve direct relationships with Aboriginal communities. Further information on the committee can be found at: bchydro.com/saec.
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day. “Last year we had 600 people attend the event, not including volunteers,” says Royanna. Ashley Demedeiros
Royanna Wild’s daughter Justine showed her support for all things dirt and rocks with her cute little I Heart Mining button. Don’t miss out on this family fun event at the Big Little Science Centre.
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Author tells tales of hearing-assist dog The TNRD Library System is hosting a free event with Kamloops author Dennis Robertson at the North Kamloops Library, Thursday, May 1, at 7:00 pm. Dennis will be reading and discussing his latest book, Crackers … Come Hear, which chronicles the adventures he shared with his hearing-assist dog. Crackers … Come Hear is a local tale that countless people
in the Kamloops area are sure to recognize. Dennis and his four-legged, caped friend Crackers the Hearing-Assist Dog are well known to many Kamloops residents, businesses, schools and organizations. Serving as Dennis’s ears for more than 14 years, Crackers accompanied Dennis everywhere, alerting him to the sounds of the hearing world that Dennis would have oth-
erwise missed due to his profound hearing loss. Dennis captures the heartwarming, and often hilarious, adventures the two experienced over the dog’s lifetime of loyalty. Readers will be moved as they experience the transformation Dennis goes through as he learns to live with his disability with the help of his devoted little dog with big ears.
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Get on your bike and take time to reflect at the Lac Du Bois Grassland and discover an extensive trail network for biking, hiking or wildlife viewing. Head down to McArthur Island Park and enjoy the gentle walking paths and butterfly gardens. Finally don’t forget about the Farmer’s Market downtown each Wednesday and Saturday.
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Nikki Hunter and her little man Robbie participated in the Great Cloth Diaper Change and Natural Nurturing Park on Saturday at Riverside Park. There were 42 participants who braved the rain.
On May 8 at the Thompson River’s University Mountain Room will be the Kamloops Timeraiser event starting at 7:00pm. This is a silent art auction where the currency is volunteer hours. Throughout the evening, meet with different agencies and match your interests to their needs.
Once you have made your matches, you are eligible to bid on artwork. You have one year to complete your pledge, you then get to bring the artwork home as a reminder of your good will. For more information, please visit kamloops.timeraiser.ca.
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Immunization protects the whole community The current measles outbreak in parts of our province is a powerful reminder of the importance of immunization. When immunization rates drop, whole communities can be at risk. An immunization rate of 95 per cent is needed to help protect vulnerable people in the community. If the majority of people are vaccinated for a disease, it becomes harder for the disease to spread from person to person. When people stop immunizing diseases come back. This puts our more vulnerable citizens at risk including young children, seniors and people with certain medical conditions or weakened immune systems. In the last 50 years, immunization has saved more lives in Canada than any other health interven-
tion. April 26 to May 3 is National Immunization Awareness Week. This year’s theme Vaccination: Your Best Shot is an important reminder that immunization is the best protection against many serious diseases. Dr. Sue Pollock, Medical Health Officer, reminds us that we all have an important role to play in preventing the spread of vaccine preventable diseases like measles, mumps and whooping cough. “British Columbia offers access to a wide variety of immunizations because we know the value in protecting our population from preventable diseases like measles and whooping cough,” says Health Minister Terry Lake. “National Immunization Awareness Week is another opportunity to remind all British Columbians of the impor-
tance of getting themselves and their children immunized. We can all do our part to build community immunity towards our target of 95 per cent.” “This year in Interior Health we had a pertussis (whooping cough) outbreak in the West Kootenays. We also saw cases of mumps and other vaccine preventable illnesses across the region,” says Dr. Pollock. “It’s really important that we keep immunization rates high to help prevent outbreaks like this from happening. The best way to do this is to make sure you and your family members have up to date immunizations.” “Many of today’s parents have not seen such diseases in their lifetimes; thanks to very successful immunization programs. Some people don’t realize just how dangerous these
diseases can be,” adds Dr. Pollock. “Measles and chickenpox viruses can lead to serious complications like pneumonia and encephalitis (brain swelling). Pertussis (whooping cough) can cause seizures and brain damage in babies and mumps infection can result in deafness. The risk of having a serious side effect from a vaccine is very small. The benefits of vaccination far outweigh the risks.” Sorting fact from fiction is not easy, but it’s important to have correct information. Dr. Pollock suggests parents make sure they get immunization information from credible sources such as public health nurses, family physicians and reliable websites like ImmunizeBC (immunizeBC.ca).
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Creating a beautiful and thriving community As you may have noticed there is a lot of construction going on here on the North Shore. This is a part of the North Shore Business Improvement Association’s (NSBIA) pledge to improve the community in partnership with the City of Kamloops, Communities in Bloom and many other dedicated businesses and organizations. Mary Ellen Grant, administrative coordinator of the NSBIA, is thrilled about all the changes happening and future plans that are set in motion. “Tranquille Road is being finished up with the multiuse path,” adds Mary Ellen. “The curb are being finished off with the brick work being laid down to make the sidewalk more accessible.” Recently was also the clean up at Schubert Drive. “We had many community members and City councilors come and help clean.” Next for the NSBIA and North Shore beautification is a planting project on Friday May 2, for Arbour Day, at the corner of Fortune Drive and Leigh Road. “The mayor and many councilors will be present along with school students from around the North Shore who will be planting some trees.” This area has been in need of some love and will be a wonderful greeting
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area for people visiting the north side of the river. “This Arbour Day project is only possible because of the funds raised at the A&W Charity PLUS Golf Tournament,” says Mary Ellen. “The money raised in past years by the wonderful people, who participated and were sponsors, is being used here.” This year the golf tournament will be on July 10. You may wonder why there have been many beautification projects over this past year. “Research shows that the reason why people choose to move to a community and support their community by shopping locally, is the aesthetics
of the community,” Mary Ellen says. Kamloops is always kind of magical this time of year when everything is green. Get out and enjoy this beauty by walking around your community and seeing the hard work the NSBIA and your fellow neighbours have been doing. “This is our community and we are willing to invest our time in it,” adds Mary Ellen. “The future is bright. The next project is the Communities in Bloom Planter Competition!” If you would like to participate in the Arbour Day project please contact the NSBIA at 250-376-2411 or info@nsbia.com. Ashley Demedeiros
Open fire prohibition set for Kamloops Effective at noon on May 15, the size of open fires will be restricted in most of the Kamloops Fire Centre to help prevent human-caused wildfires and protect the public. Since April 1, Kamloops Fire Centre crews have responded to 38 wildfire incidents covering more than 438 hectares. Many of these wildfires resulted from poorly planned open burning. This prohibition applies to all areas of the Kamloops Fire Centre except the Clearwater Fire Zone and the Salmon Arm Fire Zone. Anyone conducting Category two or three fires outside of those two zones must extinguish any such fires by noon on May 15. This prohibition will remain in effect until October 15, or until further notice. A map of the affected areas is available online at: bit. ly/1k1nUTS The Clearwater Fire Zone and the Salmon Arm Fire Zone will become subject to this prohibition on June 15, when all open burning
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will be prohibited throughout the Kamloops Fire Centre. Specifically, prohibited activities include: the burning of any waste, slash or other materials (piled or un-piled) larger than one-half metre by one-half metre, the burning of more than two open fires of any size at the same time, stubble or grass fires of any size over any area and the use of fireworks, sky lanterns or burning barrels of any size or description This prohibition does not ban campfires that are a half-metre high by a half-metre wide (or smaller) and does not apply to cooking stoves that use gas, propane or briquettes. This prohibition covers all B.C. parks, Crown lands and private lands, but it does not apply within the boundaries of a local government that has forest fire prevention bylaws in place and is serviced by a fire department. Before lighting any fire, residents should check with local civic authorities regard-
ing any current prohibitions. The Kamloops Fire Centre stretches from the northern border of Wells Gray Park to the U.S. border to the south, and from the Bridge River Glacier west of Gold Bridge to the Monashee Mountains east of Lumby. For information about open burning and tips on making responsible burning decisions, please download one of the open burning guides at: bcwildfire.ca/ hprScripts/WildfireNews/Bans. asp Anyone found in contravention of an open fire prohibition may be issued a ticket for $345 or, if convicted in court, may be fined up to $100,000 and sentenced to one year in jail. If the contravention causes or contributes to a wildfire, the person responsible may be subject to a penalty of up to $10,000 and be ordered to pay all firefighting and associated costs. To report a wildfire call *5555 on your cellphone.
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Kamloops Region Concours d’art oratoire / French Speech Festival was held last week with various students from around the city showing off their French skills. Here are some students doing their class speech for the festival which was hosted at the Henry Grube Education Centre.
Explore Shakespeare On May 2 from 6:30pm to 10:00pm and May 3 from 10:00am to 6:00pm at the Little Big Studio (386 Tranquille Road) will be Shakescenes. This is a workshop put on by Christopher Weddell. This workshop will be a fun workout for the actor’s body, voice and imagination. The focus will be on pragmatic rehearsal techniques designed to help you find the dynamic physical actions embedded in Shakespeare’s words, while nurturing and developing a vivid and personal relationship with your characters’ journey. The workshop broaches Shakespeare with an incredibly comprehensive approach, covering everything from group
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exercises, pre-performance strategies, performance, mock auditions and one-on-one consultations. Registration is limited to 12 students to maximize the amount of one-on-one time for each participant; auditing spots are available for those simply wishing to observe. Shakescenes is open to all; from emerging and professional actors, to community players, high school/university students and those wishing to expand their understanding. To register please contact Christopher at cfw_act@hotmail.com or 250-879-0134.
Promoted to Tae Kwon- Do Master Kamloops Martial Arts formerly Thompson Valley Tae Kwon-Do instructor Robert Gill was formally promoted to Master Instructor in the Art of Tae kwon-Do by senior Master Dan Zaleski on Wednesday April 23 to Master Instructor sixth Dan. This promotion by Tae KwonDo International Canada was something Master Gill has been working towards for many years.
In October 2013 Master Gill celebrated 40 years in Tae Kwon-Do with his beginning in 1973. This promotion has been a little overdue as his students have considered Gill a Master for many years, and his peers in Tae kwonDo as Senior Master Zaleski explained at the grading. Master Gill can be reached at his Dojang at 106 a Tranquille Rd during weekdays until 8:00 pm.
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A total of 52 house league soccer teams will take part in the annual Mike Bartram Memorial Youth Soccer Tournament from May 3 to 5. This annual event, named in honor of one of the Kamloops Youth Soccer Association’s most dedicated volunteers, is the first of several tournaments that the KYSA will be staging through the 2014 season. There is one change to the format for this year’s Bartram Tournament. The event is open to teams in the boys and girls U13 to 18 age groups. Previously, the U11 and U12 divisions were also included. As directed by the KYSA’s parent body, BC Soccer, teams in the U11 and U12 age groups are not to be included in “competitive” tournaments where standings are kept and medals are at stake. So starting this season, teams in these divisions have been added to the noncompetitive Errol Wild Memorial Youth Soccer Festival, which is scheduled to take place May 31 and June 1. The Mike Bartram Memorial Youth Soccer Tournament is sponsored by McDonald’s Restaurants of Kamloops, who have supported this event for more than a decade.
Play gets underway at 9:00am on Saturday and the tournament concludes on Monday, May 5, with a single game final being contested in the U14/15 Boys division. In all, 103 games will be played during the event. The majority of games are being played at McArthur Island Park. Mike Bartram’s commitment to soccer in Kamloops, at the youth, adult and university levels, was unparralleled. From the time he arrived in Kamloops in 1973 to the time of his death in 2000, Mike was totally dedicated to building the sport in all areas; playing, coaching and refereeing. He worked tirelessly in his efforts to ensure there was a place for everyone to play in Kamloops. “It is a privilege for the KYSA to once again honor the memory of one of our pioneers,” says KYSA president Graham Cope. “There is no question that soccer in Kamloops would not be as strong and vibrant as it is today had Mike not given so much time and energy to the growth of the sport during his lifetime. KYSA was very lucky to have had his leadership, vision and knowledge during the years he lived in Kamloops.”
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Big changes for John Tod Elementary The City of Kamloops, in partnership with the Boys & Girls Club of Kamloops and Kamloops Community YMCA/YWCA, has planned and designed a major renovation to the former John Tod elementary school. Government grants, City of Kamloops funding and contributions from the Boys and Girls Club and YMCA/ YWCA total $2.2 million for the project. A John Tod Centre Task Force has been established to raise an additional $300,000 in cash and in-kind donations toward these renovations. The Task Force is a partnership between the City of Kamloops, Boys and Girls Club of Kamloops, Kamloops Community YMCA/YWCA, United Way, North Shore Business Improvement Association and North Shore Central Community Association. As fundraising professionals, United Way has agreed to lend their support and expertise to assist the John Tod Centre fund raising campaign. In addition to providing their expertise, the United Way kicked off the John Tod Centre Campaign by contributing $10,000 towards the renovations of the repurposed elementary school. “United Way strives to create and support oppourtunities for citizens to feel a sense of belonging and inclusion in their community and the John Tod Centre is a wonderful oppourtunity to do this. As a member of the John Tod Centre, United Way will assist with public awareness and help establish a fundraising strategy to raise $300,000 to complete the renovations needed. We will host the capital campaign and hold in trust any fund raise,”
says Brenda Aynsley, executive director of United Way. In addition to the United Way contribution, other donors have committed $80,000 both in cash and in-kind contributions to the John Tod Centre project, including $50,000 from Ron and Rae Fawcett, $15,000 from the Robert L. Conconi Foundation and $15,000 in-kind from Acres Enterprises Ltd, the developer for the project. Lynda Vigor, John Tod Task Force Chair states, “We are so pleased with the partnerships that have formed to turn the John Tod Centre into reality. With this new location as home to the Boys and Girls Club and YMCA/YWCA, both organizations have the oppourtunity to provide the unique programs that are such a benefit to our community.” Traci Anderson, executive director of the Boys and Girls Club comments, “ The John Tod Centre is a wonderful facility to offer our community programs. We are looking forward to the completion of the renovations and the great synergies that will be created in sharing the building with the YMCA/YWCA.” Colin Reid, chief executive office for the YMCA/YWCA shares the positive vision, “To breathe life into the former John Tod through his partnership with the Boys and Girls Club and the City of Kamloops is something we are very proud of. The move to the John Tod Centre is positive for our organization. Since moving some of our programs into the facility, we have already seen an increase in participants.”
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■■ The Motorleague with JENNY and Falcity on April 30 at 8pm at The Dirty Jersey, 1200 8th St. Tickets at the door. ■■ The Love Hypnotist: Adult Comedy Hypnosis on May 2 at 7:30pm at The Dirty Jersey, 1200 8th St. Tickets at the door. ■■ Dinner and Entertainment/ Dancing with Elvis and Roy Orbison impersonators on May 2 with Steak Dinner at 5:30pm (reserve tickets by April 28 for the dinner) and entertainment starting at 7pm at the Fraternal Order of Eagles, 755 Tranquille Rd. Tickets available at the Eagles or by calling 250-376-4633. ■■ Big Little Science Centre Mining Day on May 3 from 11am to 4pm. Try New Gold’s heavy equipment simulator. Bring in your rocks for identification. Learn to gold pan with Yukon Dan! 655 Holt St. ■■ Strawberry Tea and Plant Sale hosted by the United Church Women, Community Kitchens and Sensational Soups at Mt Paul United Church, 140 Laburnum St. on May 3 from 2 to 3:30pm. Plants, home baking, white elephant items and crafts. ■■ 31st Annual Gun and Antique Show on May 3 from 9am to 5pm and May 4 from 9am to 3pm at McArthur Island Sports Centre. FMI contact 250-3760055 or kamloopsgunshow@ ktsa.ca. ■■ “Let’s Get Together” a musical event and open mic/jam/ dance with Perry Tucker and the Good Gravy Band beginning at 7pm on May 15 at The Stage House Theater, 422 Tranquille
Special Feature on Saturday 7pm FamouS KamloopS rube band Save our
Rd. All proceeds go to keeping the Stage House venue and the Kamloops Players alive. All ages welcome. ■■ Kamloops SPCA Book Sale from May 10 to 17 during mall hours at Northhills Shopping Centre. Stock up on your summer reading and support the Kamloops SPCA. FMI call 250376-7722. ■■ Free Yoga Classes for permanent residents of Canada provided by Kamloops Immigrant Services, 448 Tranquille Rd. every Wed. from 12:30 to 1:30pm. Space is limited. Register by calling Coby at 778-4706101 or e-mail communityconnection@kcris.ca. Please wear comfortable clothing and bring your own yoga mat. ■■ McArthur Lawn Bowling instruction and info sessions begin April 22. Bowling from May to Oct. FMI and requests for training call 250-376-0917. New bowlers are always welcome. ■■ Let’s Dance on May 10 from 8pm at 12am at Kamloops Curling Club, 700 Victoria St. Music by Union Jack. For tickets contact: Zonia at 250-372-0091, Francoise at 250-372-3782 or Ed at 250-374-2774. ■■ Beginners Mandarin Club every Wed from 3:30 to 4:30pm for all ages! Children and adults will learn basic Mandarin, while learning about Chinese culture. FMI contact Coby at Kamloops Immigrant Services, 448 Tranquille Rd, 778-470-6101 or communityconnection@kcris.ca. ■■ Anavets Friday Night Karaoke at 7:30pm. Meat draws all
Gold Digger - Join Yukon Dan and learn to gold pan on Mining Day on May 3 at Big Little Science Centre! Try hands-on activities, visit displays, have a close-up look at some heavy equipment and bring your rocks to be identified! Mining Day is from 11am to 4pm for a full day of fun and learning.
weekend. #9- 177 Tranquille Rd. ■■ Kamloops Co-Ed Rec Soccer for laid back people aged 18 to 100. Everyone gets included. No aggressive play. Every Fri at 6pm at Cottonwood Field from April to June. Bring cleats, shin pads, white and dark t-shirt. FMI contact: 250-554-9616. ■■ Kamloops Friends of German Language meet on the 2nd Fri. of every month except Aug. at Parkview Activity Centre, 500 McDonald Ave. New members and guests welcome. FMI call 250-579-9533.
■■ The Comic Strippers, a male stripper parody and improv comedy show, on May 9 and 10 at 8pm at the Coast Kamloops Conference Centre, 1250 Rogers Way. Tickets available at Kamloops Live! Box Office 250-3745483 or kamloopslive.ca. ■■ 2nd Annual Joey and Julie Get Hitched on May 23 and 24 beginning at 4:30pm at Desert Gardens Community Centre, 540 Seymour St. To RSVP contact Michael at 250-318-0715 or Michael.maveety@gmail.com.
Kamloops Model Railway Show 7th Division PNR BC Interior Spring Meet May 2nd & 3rd, 2014 Displays and Commercial Sales at the Calvary Church Halls 1205 Rogers Way, Kamloops, BC
• Operating Model Train Layouts • Talks & Slide Show Presentations • DVD Presentations
Steam train concert Friday 6PM-9PM • saturday 9aM-4PM adults $5 • children & serniors $4 • $15 For FaMilies oF 4 (Max)
All proceeds from the show go to getting 2141 ‘Back on Track’
• Contests & Door Prizes • Commercial Booths • Refreshments & much more...
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echo stargazer TAURUS (Apr. 21- May 21) You will be making changes in your organization of material resources. Perhaps you have a new idea of how to make greater income. Between now and the end of June it is best to research your plan. GEMINI (May 22-June 21) You are holding a secret that gives you an improved sense of self-esteem and also well-being. Meanwhile, there may be troubling issues in the sectors of investments, other people’s resources (time, money, energy), and children or creative projects. It’s a lot to think about, but the Twins are great at multi-tasking. CANCER (June 22-July 22) April’s eclipses may have left you thoroughly spent. Take very good care of yourself or your body may absorb all the stress. Your sense of security has been disturbed and you may not be sure whether a source of trouble is really there or it is not. LEO (July 23-Aug 22) You have a guardian angel in the background that is pulling for you and helping you rise toward the top. It may be a real
person who is pulling strings in your favor or it might be your intuition, offering ideas and helpful suggestions. VIRGO (Aug. 23 -Sept. 23) Small details of paperwork will be in your way and slow forward motion. Equipment breakage or software snafus may interfere with your quiet during this week. Be especially careful with your high tech equipment. LIBRA (Sept. 24 -Oct. 23) You may encounter difficulties with shared resources. This could include partner’s income, insurance payoffs, or tax challenges. Do not sign contracts now unless absolutely necessary. SCORPIO (Oct. 24 - Nov. 22) This is not your smoothest week. Details may nag your mind and your time like pecking ducks. You and significant others are not having the best of communications right now. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23 -Dec. 21) Those who traverse your daily life are really helpful to you in meeting your goals. They bring both information and encouragement, brightening your days this week. The financial pressure of the past several months will
The Stagehouse is hosting the Kamloops Players’ production of Chamber Music. Last week the ladies and men put on a great show which had the audience laughing and left in shock. Don’t miss out on this show on May 2, 3, 9 and 10 with show time at 8:00pm. Tickets are available at kamloopslive.ca. Photo: 11 Studio West Fine Art Society.
begin to lighten on its own and your attitude will rise at the same time. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22.- Jan. 20) Aspects particularly favor romance and creative efforts. You are in an effective position. A project begun near the New Year is beginning to blossom now. At the very least you can see that it is on track to turn out well. AQUARIUS (Jan. 21 -Feb. 19) Your power of concentration is deep at this time. It is important that you use it for the good in your life rather than in self-
criticism and obstructive thinking. PISCES (Feb. 20-Mar. 20) You are in the midst of a several month period of healing a romantic relationship. Your object of affection may be the one who did the damage or someone new who soothes previous heartfelt pain. ARIES (Mar. 21- April 20) Venus enters your sign this week and will travel with you through most of May. The subject of relationship will be very important as you travel through this time.
Horoscopes courtesy of astrologer Vivian Carol. For daily horoscopes go to horoscopesbyvivian.com
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