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Vintage vehicles on display Pull out the chairs and maybe put on some bunny ears for the 44th annual Easter Parade put on by the Vintage Car Club of Canada, Kamloops Chapter on April 20. This show of cars, trucks and anything vintage is a staple in the community. You may have seen this massive lineup of historic vehicles rolling through the streets in the past and this year you won’t want to miss out. The Vintage Car Club of Canada, Kamloops Chapter was formed in 1972 and Dick Parkes has been a part of it from the beginning. “My family has a long line of tinkers; my grandfather used to play with stuff all the time,” comments Dick. “I also like playing with cars, it is just something I like to do and I like to save a piece of history.” Dick also enjoys the social aspect of the club; seeing friends and families enjoying the various automobiles. The group has members with vehicles that are dating back to the 20’s, maybe even earlier than that. Last year there were 130 cars in the parade strutting their sleek lines and shiny chrome. New for this year is the introduction of the 1952 Austin Ambulance that was bought brand new by the city when it first came off the line. “We had to restore everything and it took us eight years,” Dick says. “The
The 1952 Austin Ambulance was originally a special delivery from England and came equipped with a bell (this had to be changed out as in Canada ambulances have sirens.) The ambulance arrived in Vancouver in early October 1952 and had to be driven up to Kamloops.
last owner was a firemen who worked with the city. When he passed away his wife gave the car to us. It is a significant vehicle, it is the only one in Canada and there aren’t many left in the world.” To truly showcase this rare car the feature or focus of the parade is emergency vehicles with the Austin leading the way. The group picks a theme each year to focus on and hopefully
get more rare and beautiful vehicles to make an appearance. You can also expect to see fire trucks, police cruisers and more ambulances leading the parade. Engines will be purring and wheels will be spinning starting at the Westsyde Shopping Centre. The parade will then make its way through North Kamloops, to Downtown along Seymour and end up at the Bandshell where
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- continued from front this is the first main event of the year for the club with Hot Night in the City being the next. “We get them out of the garage or storage, clean the up, give them an oil change and have them licensed to be ready to show off,” adds Dick who will be driving a 1938 Mconline Buick, in Oshawa Blue. His pride and joy took him 25 years to restore: “It is a hobby where you work on it when you can. It is money providing and time providing. There is also a pancake breakfast at the Westsyde Shopping Centre starting at 8:00am. Anyone can join the parade as long as they have a vintage stock car that is 25 years or older. Ashley Demedeiros
There is a new Habitat home being built at 3143 Westsyde Road for a well deserving family. The Habitat for Humanity organization helps families get interest free mortages which are only 30 per cent of their income. All the families have to do is put in 500 sweat equity hours to purchase their house. If you are looking to help out with this amazing project please contact Habitat for Humanity Kaamloops at 250-828-7867.
Out of the Ashes Tranquille pedestrian improvements The Phoenix Centre is now taking applications for the Out of the Ashes Bursary. They are also currently accepting donations for the bursary. The program is open to anyone between the ages of 17 and 35 who has recovered from an addiction and been sober for at least 12 months. Applicants do not have to be clients of the centre but have to be going to school or in some form of vocational training in Kamloops. Applicants have to complete an application form, write a testimonial of their journey from addiction to sobriety and how it has changed their lives and given them goals and provide proof of the educational or training plans. They have to include two reference letters from professionals they have dealt with or who are aware of their situation and a third nonclinical reference that can be from a family member, sponsor or friend. You can download the forms at the centre’s website or give the office a call at 250-374-4634.
BA Dawson Ltd. will be returning to complete the extensive road, pedestrian and lighting improvements until May 16. Construction will be performed during weekdays, but may also involve some weekend work. Hours of work will typically be from 7:00 am to 5:00 pm. Directional traffic flow and transit routes will be maintained throughout the work; however,
you can expect some delays. When driving in the area, please slow down, use caution, follow any temporary detours and obey all traffic control persons. Residents and businesses are also advised that throughout the construction persons, vibratory compaction equipment will be in use. Therefore, any fragile items should be packaged or protected
from damage due to vibration. Driveway access to residents and businesses may be temporarily restricted to accommodate construction. Residential garbage collection will not be affected. Staff members at the Public Works and Utilities Department are available to answer your questions at 250-828-3461, between 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.
Tree coupons are available for picking As of Monday, April 7, the City has have tree coupons valued at twenty dollars available to the public. Residents who would like a tree coupon can pick one up at City Hall at 7 Victoria Street West, or the Public Works Centre at 955 Concordia Way, during regular business hours, Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 4:00 pm. There are 750 coupons available and they are on a first come,
first served basis, at a limit of one coupon per household. The coupon can also be used towards the purchase of fruit trees. The City has other tree planting incentives for residents which include: Boulevard Tree Planting Program: this program allows neighbourhoods to apply for trees to be planted on their street if homeowners agree to be responsible for irrigating them.
Kamloops Community Forest: this is a Communities in Bloom Legacy Project where people can dedicate a memorial or celebratory tree in the area set aside between Riverside Park and Pioneer Park or in other park areas. For more information or to apply to participate in any of these programs, please visit kamloops. ca/trees.
Spring fun for all at the Big Little Science Centre There are many activities planned at the Big Little Science Centre for April. Contact the centre for tickets or if you have any questions at 250-554-2572. On April 12 Forces and Motion Show will be from 11:00 am to 1:30 pm. Explore the different
types of forces around us and how they work. Be prepared for some powerful fun! Screamer balloons, balls and much more! What’s not to like? Come in April 19 for Easter egg decorating from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. Using edible boiled
eggs, enjoy playing with colour dyes to discover what colours and designs you can create on your egg. Once at home, peel your egg to see what has happened on the inside! On Saturday April 26 explore the skies above with the Okana-
gan Science Centre’s Planetarium. Learn all about the stars, and the legends and lore behind them, from your favourite guide through the galaxies, Kevin Aschenmeier.
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Volunteer Week at Interior Health Interior Health is celebrating its thousands of volunteers during National Volunteer Week until April 12. Volunteer Week is an opportunity to recognize and thank volunteers for the work they do to enhance health care delivery throughout the region.
Volunteer recognition events will be held at many local hospitals and residential care facilities throughout the region during the month of April. Interior Health is supported by an estimated 4,800 volunteers. “I really cannot say enough about our vol-
unteers,” says Norman Embree, Interior Health Board Chair. “We literally could not do what we do without their support.” Across Canada 13.3 million volunteers contribute 2.1 billion total hours.
Learn the ins and outs of triathlons The Kamloops Triathlon Club is hosting free intro sessions to the triathlon world. They are hosting a run and nutrition sessions on April 12 from 5:00pm to 7:00pm at Runner’s Sole. It is here you will learn about the nutrition and hydra-
tion you will need on the run. There will also be information on footwear, socks and speed laces and some training tips. On April 26 there will be a clinic on transitions from 4:00pm to 5:00pm at the Westsyde Pool. Here you will learn
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MP McLeod applauds Victims Bill of Rights Cathy McLeod, Member of Parliament for Kamloops-Thompson-Cariboo applauded new legislation from April 3 to create a Canadian Victims Bill of Rights. For the first time in Canadian history this legislation will establish clear rights for victims of crime. “Today’s legislation is based on consultations that the federal government held over the past year, with many victims of crime sharing their stories about the criminal justice system,” says Cathy. “Many stated their desire to be kept better informed and remain involved at every stage of the justice process.” Bill C-32, Victims Bill of Rights Act will create the following statutory
rights for victims of crime. A right to information: Victims would have the right to general information about the criminal justice system and available victim services and programs, as well as specific information about the progress of the case, including information relating to the investigation, prosecution and sentencing of the person who harmed them. The right to protection: Victims would have the right to have their security and privacy considered at all stages of the criminal justice process, to have reasonable and necessary measures to protect them from intimidation and retaliation, and to request their identity be protected from public disclosure.
A right to participation: Victims would have a right to convey their views about decisions to be made by criminal justice professionals and have them considered at various stages of the criminal justice process, and to present a victim impact statement. The right to restitution: Victims would have the right to have the court consider making a restitution order for all offences for which there are easyto-calculate financial losses. “This legislation is part of our Government’s Plan for Safe Streets and Communities, which focuses on holding violent offenders accountable, enhancing the rights of victims, and increasing the efficiency of our justice system,” concludes Cathy.
Whitecaps launch Kamloops academy centre Vancouver Whitecaps FC announced last month the launch of a new Whitecaps FC Kamloops Academy Centre in partnership with Kamloops Youth Soccer Association (KYSA). “We’re very pleased to launch this academy centre in Kamloops and really appreciate the opportunity to partner with KYSA,” says Dan Lenarduzzi, Whitecaps FC director of soccer development. “Whitecaps FC recognize the great work that KYSA have done in the community and we are excited to be working together to grow the game in the region and provide further opportunities.” Whitecaps FC Academy Centres
are a network of regional training hubs linked through key staff, curriculum and standards that provide professional supplemental club training for serious, motivated players. KYSA is the largest youth sports association in Kamloops. There are over 3,600 boys and girls, ages four to eighteen, registered for indoor and outdoor programs this year. For more information on the association visit kysa.net “Our partnership with Whitecaps FC is a great fit for our association,” says Keith Liddiard, KYSA executive director. “We are looking forward to working together to bring additional benefits to players and coaches in
our association and the community in general.” Whitecaps FC Kamloops Academy Centre programs will launch in April with a ten-week spring Prospects Academy. In addition to academy programs, Whitecaps FC are planning a summer Prospects Camp. More details will be made available at whitecapsfc.com/ camps. For more information on Whitecaps FC Kamloops Academy Centre programs and evaluation registration please visit whitecapsfc.com/academy and select the Kamloops Academy Centre.
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(Above) Liz Lyne and Kay Pawlyshyn working hard making tradition baka bread which is shaped with a soup can for a cylinder look. (Right) A Ukrainian Easter basket filled with butter, cheese, eggs, salt, horseradish and bread which have to be an odd number to follow tradition.
There are many elements to Canadian history. Part of this country’s history lies in the immigration of hundreds of different peoples and cultures. The first Ukrainian immigrants made their way to Canada in the late 1800’s. From there they made their way west, through the temping prairies, over the rough Rockies and some decided that the valley with two rivers was to be their new home. The Ukrainian Cultural Community group is celebrating its 54th anniversary this year. “When the older generation moved here, they wanted to build a community,” comments Liz Lyne of the Ukrainian Cultural Community. “They had freedom and their own land to build homes, centres and churches to gather to preserve the language, dances and culture.” The Ukrainian Orthodox Church of All Saints is located at 1044 8th Street and is the mecca for all things Ukrainian. One holiday special to these European descendants
is Easter. This is the time of the Great Lent in preparation for Holy Week and Pascha (Easter), which began on March 3. This six-week long lent is a time of self-denial and abstinence from all meat, poultry and their byproducts. On April 5 the group hosted an Easter bake sale at the Ukrainian Orthodox Church of All Saints from 10:00am to 12:00pm. They had been baking up a storm; everything from breads to sweets will be put on display and for sale. “Christmas and Easter are our big holidays. Easter is very important in our culture,” adds Liz. The Ukrainian Easter is part of a culture of people that have remained steadfast in their faith and their traditions since they first came to Kamloops. On Easter Sunday which is April 20 this year, the members of the Ukrainian community will come together early in the morning at the church. They will have not had breakfast yet. They will join in prayers and most importantly, in the blessing of
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Iconic play at Stage House “The right to sleep is given to no woman…” Thus begins a line delivered by the ‘woman with gavel’ in Kamloops Players upcoming production of Arthur Kopit’s Chamber Music. The title is somewhat misleading as this show is definitely not a musical, although at times (and with hilarious results), is musically inclined. Kimberly Arklie has drawn together an incredibly strong ensemble of eight women and two men to direct Mr. Kopit’s dark comedy about life within the walls of an asylum. The characters, faced with delusion and instability, face off and defend themselves in ‘committee’ form to stave off what they deem to be an impending attack from the men’s ward. Set in 1938, the play visits with the iconic female characters of Joan of Arc, Gertrude Stein, Susan B. Anthony and Amelia Earhart (and others) with the audience faced with a notion that perhaps one of the characters may be exactly who she says she is. Kimberly is extremely pleased with the group of actors she has 14-04-07 11:57 AM
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Rose coloured glass: A chemist’s take on stained glass The Big Little Science Centre continues the fascinating BLSC Speaker’s Series this month with Dr. David McKinnon’s talk on Through Rose and other Tinted Glass: A Chemist Looks at Stained Glass. The talk will show how art and science come together in the art and technique of stained glass work, with a little bit of art appreciation for the scientist, and a little bit of science background for the stained glass artist. They will take a look at the scientific basis and technology behind the many colours and types of glass and some of the techniques available to the stained glass artist.
Dr. McKinnon taught chemistry at the University of Manitoba, retiring to Kamloops in 2001 and in 2002 started volunteering with the BIG Little Science Centre. His hobbies include stained glass, Scottish
Country dancing, learning the clarinet and gardening. BSc (Honors) (1960), PhD (1963) University of Edinburgh and has published 74 scientific papers, including three book chapters and two reviews.
The talk starts a 7:00pm and the entry is free. Refreshments will be served at this series, which is for people of all ages, but most appropriate for intermediate level children to adults.
Get together with the Good Gravy Band Perry Tucker and the Good Gravy Band consists of Dale Mcrae on drums, veteran bassist Dan Reid and Perry Tucker. Good Gravy is a mix of 50’s/60’s classics, R&B, Roots and Country, originals and more. They have a lineup of shows coming soon. “Let’s Get Together” - A Musical Social Event and Open Mic/Jam/Dance at The Stage
House Theater 422 Tranquille Rd on April 16 and again on May 15. “Alano Club Acoustic Jam Nights” will be at the Alano Club, 171 Leigh Rd, on the first and third Mondays of each month starting April 7. “Perry Tucker and the Good Gravy Band “ will be at the Inlander Pub, 2020 Falcon Rd., on April 26.
Help your community to help others by volunteering today 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 AIM Foundation of Canada is looking for onsite event volunteers for the Richard Wagamese ‘Power of Storytelling’ presentation. Volunteers are needed to
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help on May 10 from 5:00 pm or as scheduled. Positions: audience seating, front door, parking, AIM Canada information table, photography assistant, setup/cleanup and more. The volunteers will be responsible for attending an orientation meeting prior to the event. You will be volunteering at the Calvary Community Church. You need to be 18+ to volunteer.
The Canadian Cancer Society (CCS) is currently seeking highly energetic, passionate, and outgoing volunteer canvassers to be the face of CCS during the residential Door to Door Daffodil Month Canvasser campaign in April. The Door to Door campaign has been a staple of the CCS’ fundraising efforts since 1948. Thousands of volunteer canvassers participate in this campaign
in communities across Canada because they believe passionately in the mission of the CCS to eradicate cancer and support those who are living with the disease. You only need to be 15+ to volunteer and families are welcome to volunteer as well. For these and many other volunteer opportunities please call 250372-8313.
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■■ Big Little Science Centre April 12: Forces and Motion Show at 11am and 1:30pm. 655 Holt St. ■■ Chances - April 11 Keenan Wilcox, April 12 James Wolf with Special Guest. FMI call 250-5541030. Shows are 7 to 10pm. 1250 Halston Ave. ■■ Fraternal Order of Eagles Events: April 10 Darts at 7pm, April 11 Jam Session, bring your instruments, April 12 Ladies Auxiliary Spring Bazaar from 8 to 11am, Meat Draw from 3 to 5pm and Cake Walk at 5pm, April 13 Meat Draw from 3 to 5pm, Cake Walk at 5pm , Karaoke at 7pm. 755 Tranquille Rd. ■■ Meditation in Everyday Life is a five class course every Wed. from April 9 to May 9 from 7 to 9pm at Shambhala Meditation Group #7 231 Victoria St. FMI contact Evelyn at 250-573-5519 or vipondschmidt@yahoo.com. ■■ “Let’s Get Together” A Musical Social Event and Open Mic/ Jam/Dance on April 16 at The Stage House Theatre, 422 Tranquille Rd. All ages event. Open Mic from 7 to 10pm, Dance from 10 to 11pm with PT and the Good Gravy Band and Friends. All proceeds go to keeping the Stage House Theatre and the Kamloops Players alive. ■■ Dinner & Drinks – An adult comedy by Todd Sullivan presented by Laughing Stock Theatre
on April 25 and 26 at Kamloops Convention Centre Theatre, 1250 Rogers Way. Tickets available at Kamloops Live! Box Office, 1025 Lorne St., 250-372-3216 or kamloopslive.ca. FMI or dinner menu visit: thelaughingstock.ca. ■■ Nursing Foot Care on April 14 from 1 to 3pm and Foot Care Clinic on April 28 from 9am to 4pm at CSI Activity Centre, 9A 1800 Tranquille Rd. Presented by Kamloops Foot Care. FMI call 250- 574-8939. ■■ Excelsior Rebekah Lodge #23 Events: 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. ■■ ART, A Play in One Act by Yasmina Reza on April 10, 11 and 12 at 8pm and April 12 at 2pm at the Stage House Theater, 422 Tranquille Rd. Tickets available at Kamloops Live Box Office: 250374-5483 or kamloopslive.ca. ■■ Fun Laughter Friends Social Group Plant/Seed Exchange on April 13. Trade or give away, no selling. House plants or slips, bedding plants: vegetable, flower, overgrown yard plants chunks. FMI contact laugh2014@shaw.ca. ■■ Nursing Foot Care, a fun free educational afternoon on April 14 from 1 to 3pm at CSI Activity Centre in the Brock Shopping Centre. FMI call 250-574-8939.
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Sweet Alibi is a Canadian Folk Music Award nominated band which performs soulful folk-pop with beautiful harmonies and an elevated sense of song writing sensibility. This show will have a full six-piece band at Red Beard Coffee, 449 Tranquille Road, on April 22 starting at 7:30pm. Tickets at Kamloops Live Box Office.
■■ Cards for a Cause supporting Crohns and Colitis Foundation on Apr. 12 from 10am to 3pm at the North Shore Community Centre, 730 Cottonwood Ave. Make 9 occasions cards. Muffins, coffee available, door prizes. Bring your own lunch and adhesives/scissors. Registration deadline is Apr. 3. FMI or to register contact 250554-1817. ■■ Bazaar and Bake Sale on
April 12 from 8 to 11am at The Fraternal Order of Eagles hall, 755 Tranquille Rd. FMI and table rental contact Janet at 250-376-1370. ■■ Easter Bread and Bake Sale on April 12 from 10am to 12pm at the Holy Trinity Ukrainian Catholic Church, 109 Tranquille Rd. Paska’s and Babka’s, fresh baked cabbage rolls, perogies and homemade baking.
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