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School District 73 students lend a hand

Schools from Kamloops are offering fundraising efforts aplenty to help a community that lives and works in El Limonal, Nicaragua, a relocation camp for families affected by the landslides that were caused by Hurricane Mitch in 1998. Homes were destroyed and over 22, 000 people were killed or reported missing. Following the disaster, the government placed survivors in deplorable conditions, a plot of land surrounded by a city dump, a graveyard and a sewage plant. According to blogger Teresa Cline, known as Teresa the Traveler, is a Global Solidarity Group affiliate, and says the area is known locally as the ‘circle of death’. Many inhabitants earn their living by scrounging for recyclables from the dump and selling them.

Students are hosting bake sales, coin drives, by-donation dances, selling pink milkshakes for anti-bullying day and selling Cookie Grams for Valentine’s Day. The project funds Nicaraguan families, which provides access to much needed sustenance. As for the students, the charitable efforts also have educational value: mathematics, social studies, health, career education, and the value of philanthropy, kindness and empathy.

School District 73 has a long-standing relationship with the people of Nicaragua. Over 21,000 pairs of shoes from our area have been collected and delivered to Nicaragua – a project supported by the Kamloops Firefighter’s Operation Nicaragua. The shoe collecting efforts of the students over the last four years has made a tremendous difference for these people. Many are scavenging through waste, which is ridden with glass, metals, hospital refuge and burning materials in worn-down footwear or no shoes at all.

Parkcrest Elementary teacher Jayne Latta with Grade 1 students (L-R) Summer Smith, Jacob Petrie, Mylee Ward and Nathan Kayer using their math skills to count the donations that have come in.

Fundraising efforts will continue through- and England’s Warren Fitzgerald who spent out the month of February. Global Solidarity ten days living and working in the garbage Group then will travel to Nicaragua with dump near Chinandega. those funds and create food hampers on Says Teresa of the kids in Kamloops, “Their behalf of the students. Every $10.00 raised caring is very touching and inspiring. We are feeds a family of five for one week. Global very excited to hand out food hampers to the Solidarity Group’s top priority for this trip families in the dump during our trip on March is to further strengthen the relationship with 5th and to share letters and messages of love that community, and the continue the work and support… to the kids in Nicaragua”. of Kamloops resident Jess Rothenburger Alicia Ashcroft, freelance

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Cpl. Michaud and RCMP thank Royal Inland Hospital

On January 22, Kamloops RCMP Officer in Charge, Supt.

Brad Mueller and Cpl. Jean Rene Michaud presented the staff at Royal Inland Hospital (RIH) with a token of appreciation. The print of Mounties in High Browns and Red Serge was given to the hospital staff in appreciation of the excellent care that was provided to Cpl. Michaud when he was shot on December 3, 2014. The Emergency Trauma Room staff, Operating Room team and subsequently, the Intensive Care Unit, was instrumental in saving Cpl. Michaud’s life.

The room was filled with hospital staff that had various roles in Cpl. Michaud’s care from the early morning hours when he was rushed to the hospital, and for the next year while he underwent numerous surgeries. Cpl. Michaud’s wife Colleen was also present for the event, which was hosted by the Royal Inland Hospital Foundation.

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The numerous staff members RIH Chief of Staff, “We rely on time they had seen Cpl. Michaud since their initial contact with were invited to introduce them- the RCMP to keep us safe, not him during his hospital stay. selves and speak to their role in only in the community, but in To some, he was unrecogniz- Cpl. Michaud’s care. For many our hospital. We are all grateful able, due to the healthy recov- it was an emotional moment, but for the service Cpl. Michaud and ery he has made. Cpl. Michaud for everyone present, it was a the Kamloops RCMP provide.

We were honored to serve you addressed the room and stated celebration of his recovery.

“It is wonderful to see the team in your time of greatest need”. “thank you is what you say to Cpl. Michaud has recently someone who holds the door for of staff and physicians at RIH you or gives you a coffee; but it recognized for the work they did returned to work at Kamloops is not enough to say to all of you, for Cpl. Michaud and his fam- Detachment in a gradual, adminily”, said Dr. Simon Treissman, istrative capacity. who saved my life”.

Affordable housing appeal for Syrian refugees With the arrival of one Syrian refugee fam- issued to Kamloops property owners to ily to Kamloops and five to six more families assist in providing affordable accommodaexpected over the next few months, afford- tion that will be within supports provided by able housing has been identified as the big- the federal government.

“A family of five or six will be provided gest challenge in settling them here.

An ad-hoc community refugee committee with about $800 per month for housing, comprised of federal, provincial and municipal including utilities, which is difficult to leaders along with community agencies and find in our community,” said Paul Lagace, Interior Health met this week to identify sup- executive director of the Kamloops Cariboo ports needed to assist incoming families. An Regional Immigrants Society. appeal “I know there are generous Kamloops propis being erty owners who would like to help with this

Host families needed

The International Student Program of School District 73 is looking for good families to host high school students from around the world travelling to Kamloops to attend high school.

As a host home, you would provide a welcoming, English speaking environment with three meals a day and receive monthly compensation.

Take advantage of this great opportunity and host a student today. If you think you would be interested in this experience or know of someone else, email homestaykamloops@shaw.ca for more details.

extraordinary need,” said Kamloops-North Thompson MLA Terry Lake. “We hope they will contact us so we can connect them to families upon arrival.”

The ad-hoc committee also includes the Kamloops Thompson School District, United Way, RAFT (Refugees and Friends Together) and the Kamloops Islamist Association.

Anyone who can assist with affordable accommodation is asked to call the Kamloops Cariboo Regional Immigrants Society at 778470-6101 or MLA Terry Lake at 250-554-5413.

Bike Repair Stations stolen Only a day after finding the McArthur Island Bike Repair Station missing, City of Kamloops staff had discovered the Riverside Park Bike Repair Station to be missing as well.

“We share the public’s concern with this regrettable situation and appreciate their help by spreading the word through social media,” says Glen Cheetham, sustainability services supervisor. “If anyone observed suspicious activity around the two missing repair stations please contact the RCMP.”

If anyone has information about the missing Bike Repair Stations contact the RCMP or, if you prefer to remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

The Bike Repair Stations were installed last summer on bike commuter routes and recreational areas including Riverside Park, McArthur Island and Kenna Cartwright Park to encourage people to use active transportation and to assist cyclists with performing basic repairs while on the move.

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Mayor’s Award for the Arts winners

The winners of the 2016 Mayor’s Awards for the Arts were announced at the Coast Kamloops Hotel and Conference Centre on Saturday, January 30 at the 9th annual Mayor’s Gala for the Arts.

Mayor Peter Milobar presented awards in three categories at the gala, in front of over 300 attendees.

Emerging Artist recognizes an emerging Kamloops artist/musician/performer (age 18 to 35) working in the visual and/or performing arts for their current accomplishments and future potential. The recipient of the Caroline Slade Photography Emerging Artist award Kelsey Gilker receives her award from Mayor Peter Milobar. went to Kelsey Gilker.

Business in Support of the Arts recognizes Accent Inns. textiles, mosaic, graphic outstanding Kamloops Craft and Design recog- design and more. business leaders and/or nizes a Kamloops artist This year, in the catebusinesses/corporations or creator who has made gory of Craft and Design, that have made a signifi- a contribution to the cul- the Mayor’s Award for cant contribution support- tural life of Kamloops the Arts Adjudication ing local arts and culture through outstanding Committee recognized through donations, spon- achievement in craft and that both artists were sorships, volunteer ser- design. The award cov- equally talented and vices, or the support of a ers all art/craft works and deserving of the award Kamloops artist. design concepts, such as and were awarded to Business in Support jewelry, furniture, ceram- Amanda Eccleston and of the Arts winner was ics, glass, metal, wood, Vaughn Warren.

Volunteer with Red Cross or John Howard Society The Kamloops Red Cross is in need of Health Equipment Loan Program volunteers for approximately four hours a week. Positions needing to be filled are: Customer Service - the volunteers receive and lend equipment, data entry of loan specifics in the computer database, accept donations, answer the phone and other duties; Equipment Repair, Inspection and Cleaning - returned equipment is inspected, cleaned and repaired as needed. You must be at least 16 years old to volunteer. For more information call 250-372-2334.

The John Howard Society is seeking workshop volunteers who have a particular skill, talent or specialty that might be of interest to their clientele to facilitate classes.

Some examples: cooking, sewing, recreation (sports), traditional art (bead work, leather work), education, travel (slideshows) and health (diabetes training), etc.

You must be 19+ to volunteer. No criminal record check is needed. For more information contact 250-434-1700 Ext: 506.

For more volunteer listings visit www.volunteerkamloops.org.

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Seniors had the chance to enjoy live local musicians along with tea and goodies at the North Shore Library on Friday, January 29 as part of the annual Interior Savings Unplug and Play Family Literacy Week activities.

Long Blade Speed Skating club go for gold at Provincials On the weekend, the Kamloops Long Blades speed skating club hosted the fifth annual Coyote Cup. There were 124 skaters competing from across the province and the Long Blades did well in all divisions.

In Division 1, the youngest skaters, all four skaters took home gold: Kayleigh Roberts, Lucy Wiltshire and Yael Van der Merwe of the Long Blades, as well as Tessa Duncan of Fort St James

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Thomas all earned gold.

In Division 2, there were There were six groups seven groups. Kamloops in Division 5. Long Long Blades captured two Blades skater Leah of seven golds, with Evan Turner earned gold in Columbus and Hailey her group.

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In Division 6, Long Division 3 had four Blades took four of seven groups with Dawson golds: Isaiah Jessie Uribe, Doern and Taien Chard Vlad Demishkevich, earning gold for the Long Teagan Lawhead and Blades.

Cameron Thomas all In Division 4, which had earned gold. three groups, the Long In Division 7, the oldBlades swept the golds. est junior skaters and the Adam Turner, Keaton masters, had three groups.

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both the Junior Male by Thomas Keijzer and the Junior Female by Holly Antifay.

Complete results for all 124 skaters can be found at: http://www.kamloopslongblades.ca/index. php?page=competitions.

The top skaters from across the province will be in Kamloops again when the Long Blades host the Provincial Short Track Championships March 5 and 6 at McArthur Island.

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Blue Monday and the Winter Doldrums

January is a rather unpleasant month. I mean, Jan- adhere to a clock and a calendar are things that one uary 1st, sure, it’s a new year, it’s still a shiny new has to adjust to after Christmas holidays. It’s never toy; that fresh start, that clean slate. With a head full easy. Life is just better on holiday; I am simply a of resolutions and a belly full of eggs better person on a foreign beach with the benedict, possibly still drunk from the sun on my face. Aren’t we all? In our prior night, it’s easy to beam with a redaily lives we are trudging Clydesdales, newed sense of enthusiasm. on holidays we are majestic unicorns.

And then…actually…no, you don’t That’s just science. In my case, I’m still have this. What you have is tighter recovering from returning to winter after jeans from all that champagne and holthree weeks in New Zealand. I know, I landaise. That glow of Christmas has know, three weeks in paradise, poor me. faded; no more parties, no more leftStill, I feel like a jet lagged goldfish in overs…the anticipation of wrapped PERFECTLY extremely cloudy water, trying to do a presents under the tree is now that toy complicated algebra exam in Latin.

FABULOUS you step on when coming around the Then there’s Blue Monday, where Alicia Ashcroft corner. Just empty chocolate boxes weather, debt, monthly salary, time and bits of torn wrapping paper scattered all over since Christmas, time since failing our New your life. Then you have to go back to work, and Year’s resolutions and low motivational levels all then just wander around the office like you’ve just meet at the intersection of your life and then crash been stung by a tranquillizer dart. You have the into each other in one fiery explosion. That’s energy level of Han Solo immediately after being January. The Debbie Downer of the yearly cycle. thawed out in Jabba the Hut’s chamber. You just Here’s to February—where Valentine’s Day can need to lay down…really wherever is fine. be depressing, but at least there is an abundance of Wearing pants, coffee without Bailey’s, having to chocolate and it’s one step closer to spring.

New Website, Office Location and Parliamentary Session MP Cathy McLeod, would tions against Iran was disturbing Friday sittings of Parliament and like to invite constituents to given the country’s continued move that day’s workload to earvisit her updated website, drop support for terrorism as a state lier in the week. This was within a in at her re-located constituency policy. As for the new mecha- package of ‘family friendly’ meaoffice in Kamloops and “Have nisms in the pipeline review sures which includes scheduling Your Say” on policy decisions process, it has become apparent votes at 3:00 pm. facing our country. that the process will likely cre- “I would like to invite all con“The first week of Parliament ate delays and not change sup- stituents to give me their feedback covered a variety of issues from port levels,” stated McLeod. on my website poll on a Private the Official Opposition calling The Special Joint Commons Member’s Bill that Parliament on the Prime Minister to com- Committee on physician-assisted will be voting on in the near future,” mit to speaking with President dying convened on Monday, said McLeod. “The Bill calls for Obama about the expiration January 25, and is holding a series changing a line in our National of the Canada-US Softwood of public consultations to hear Anthem from ‘in all thy sons comLumber Agreement, to a motion from experts and stakeholders with mand’ to ‘in all of us command’. calling on the Government to the goal of reporting back with leg- “I welcome everyone to stop recognize the importance of the islative suggestions by February 26. by my new Kamloops office at energy sector to the Canadian As the week came to a close, the 6-275 Seymour Street or 118& 10 economy,”Feb said3McLeod. new Government announced that 475 Birch Avenue in 100 Mile “The announcement to lift sanc- it is considering whether to cancel House BC,” concluded McLeod.

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Got your ducks in a row?

With the milder winters we’ve been experiencing it seems there are more waterfowl hanging around town. This raft of geese and ducks intermingle along the banks of the Thompson River last week. At last report they were still playing nicely.

What day is it today?

Over breakfast one morn- bell rang and when the The woman couldn’t wait ing, a woman said to her woman opened the door, for her husband to come husband, “I’ll bet you don’t she was handed a box of home. know what day this is.” a dozen long stemmed red “First the flowers, then “Of course I do,” he roses. At 1:00 p.m., a foil- the chocolates and then the answered as if he was wrapped, two-pound box of dress!” she exclaimed.

“I’ve never had a more offended, and left for the her favorite chocolates was office. delivered. Later, a boutique wonderful Groundhog Day At 10:00 a.m., the door- delivered a designer dress. in my life!

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Freedom To Read Week contest The TNRD Library System is celebrating Freedom to Read Week with a draw for the chance to win a Chapters gift card. The contest is open to all TNRD library members.

Freedom To Read Week, which runs from February 21 to 27, is an annual event that encourages Canadians to think about and reaffirm their commitment to intellectual freedom, which is guaranteed under the Charter of Rights and Freedoms.

To enter the contest, drop by your local branch any time during the month of February to fill out a ballot with the title of a challenged book you have read or would like to read. Entries are limited to one per person.

Key chain service marks 70 years As The War Amps 2016 Key Tags are mailed to BC residents, the service marks 70 years of returning lost keys to their owners.

Donations to the Key Tag Service assist members of The War Amps Child Amputee (CHAMP) Program, including Kaelyn Solbrekken, nine, of Kamloops.

Kaelyn was born a right arm amputee and has received financial assistance for the cost of artificial limbs and recreational devices.

Kaelyn using her skipping rope device thanks to public support of the Key Tag Service.

Growing up, she has also attended regional CHAMP seminars where Champs and parents learn about the latest developments in artificial limbs, how to deal with teasing and bullying as well as parenting an amputee child.

“The seminars have been a great opportunity for Kaelyn to meet kids just like her. The financial assistance from CHAMP has also enabled her to participate in any activity she chooses,” says mom, Sarah.

The War Amps Key Tag Service was launched in 1946 so that returning war amputees could not only work for competitive wages, but also provide a service to Canadians that would generate funds for the Association. The Key Tag Service continues to employ amputees and people with disabilities and has returned more than 1.5 million sets of lost keys.

Each key tag has a confidentially coded number. Should the keys be lost, the finder can call the toll-free number on the back of the tag, or deposit them in any mailbox, and the keys will be returned to the owner by bonded courier.

“Thanks to the public’s support of the Key Tag Service, we are able to help young amputees like Kaelyn live full and active lives,” says Danita Chisholm, executive director of the CHAMP Program.

The War Amps receives no government grants and its programs are possible through public support of the Key Tag and Address Label Service.

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Day added to Ashes to Dust Mountain Bike Camp The Phoenix Centre is excited to bring an extra day of trail building to this year’s Ashes to Dust Mountain Bike Camp, made possible through a new partnership with the Kamloops Bike Riders Association (KBRA). New this year, the camp will include a third day of trail building, where the participants will leave behind a legacy - a piece of a trail that they can call their own.

Now in it’s fourth year, the camp has transformed the lives of 55 young men over the past three years by providing skills and resources to vulnerable youth to enjoy the mountain bike trails and a passion for the sport with local mountain bikers.

“Connecting with our community, riders and non-riders, is very important to the KBRA and our members. A healthy active lifestyle gives so much positivity and vibrancy to where we live, especially when riding a mountain bike,” says KBRA secretary Ted Morton.

The partnership with KBRA camp to fill up fast,” says is good news for the Phoenix Jennifer Friend, youth outCentre. KBRA’s diverse board of reach and event coordinadirectors includes an Olympian, tor. “We will be at Twin Rivers local businessmen, mountain Education Centre Wellness Fair bike instructors, bicycle shop on February 17 to help promote owners, university professors healthy living and meet potenand some of the most passionate tial participants for this year’s riders in town. camp. Spaces are limited to 25 “Creating a sense of commu- new participants - each is gifted nity and belonging for the youth a new bike and riding gear upon is one of the most important completion of the camp. We also aspects of the camp,” says Sian have space for up to ten particiLewis, executive director of the pants from past camps, but they Phoenix Centre. “The partner- won’t get new bike or gear.” ship with the KBRA gives the Applications for the camp can youth more choices and oppor- be found on the Phoenix Centre tunities to get involved with the website www.phoenixcentre.org/ ashes-nominate-youth and must mountain bike community.”

Applications are being accepted be completed by a nominator - a for the camp, which takes place supportive adult who can act as September 8, 9 and 10 at the a point of contact with the youth Juniper Bike Ranch. The camp and will support them through is for male youth age 14 to 25 the camp to make sure they impacted by problematic sub- arrive prepared. stance use, don’t have access to A TRU student is available organized sports or experience to help youth and nominators other barriers in their life. complete bike camp applica“The deadline to apply is tions. Contact Phoenix Centre August 8, but we expect the for more information.

Those college days On the first day of college, the Dean addressed the students, pointing out some of the rules: “The female dormitory will be out-of-bounds for all male students, and the male dormitory to the female students. Anybody caught breaking this rule will be fined $20 the first time.”

He continued, “Anybody caught breaking this rule the second time will be fined $60.

Being caught a third time will cost you a fine of $180. Are there any questions?”

At this point, a male student in the crowd inquired: “How much for a season pass?”

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Scotiabank Hockey Day in Canada around the corner Get ready to lace up your hockey skates because Scotiabank Hockey Day in Canada is just around the corner! Scotiabank has partnered with Rogers for the biggest celebration of hockey on February 6. Fans can join the celebrations by attending local events in the host city of Kamloops or by watching the broadcast on Sportsnet and CBC featuring four games with all seven Canadian NHL teams in action.

Scotiabank Hockey Day in Canada is the official holiday of Canada’s fifth season – the hockey season. Celebrations will include a 13-hour broadcast featuring four national games, with broadcast coverage beginning at 12:00 pm ET. Visit www.sportsnet.ca/hockeyday for more information.

The celebrations in the host city of Kamloops will begin a few days prior to Scotiabank

Hockey Day in Canada, with a series of community hockey events including kids’ hockey clinics and school visits with NHL Alumni and many opportunities to see the Stanley Cup. “Hockey teaches kids valuable lessons about the importance of teamwork and how being part of a team is a living example of how we’re better together. That is why Scotiabank is proud to support over 5,000 kids’ community hockey teams across Canada, including 19 here in Kamloops,” said Kevin Rains, Scotiabank branch manager in Kamloops.

“Scotiabank Hockey Day in Canada represents the spirit of the game this country loves so much.

I am proud to be in the host city of Kamloops where, both kids and adults alike, will come together to celebrate Canada’s game.”

Is speed skating on your bucket list?

The Kamloops Long Blade Skating Club is offering Speed Skating Fast and Fit for women 55 and older. The six-week program is on Tuesdays from February 2 to March 8 from 7:30 to 9:00 pm at the McArthur Island Olympic Rink. Learn to speed skate or refresh old skills. Speed skates are available. For more information or to register call 250-851-1481.

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■■ Johnny Reid on Feb 3 at 7pm Saskia and Darrel in concert on February 12 at 7:00 pm at Sandman Centre. Features Brock at the North Shore Community Centre, 730 Cottonwood Ave. Middle School Music Department Partial proceeds of ticket sales going to support the center. choir members. Tickets available at FMI call 250-376-4777. www.ticketmaster.ca.

■■ Chances entertainment - Feb. 5 Spoiled Beats, Feb. 6 Pauline Kyllonen. Both shows are 6 to 11pm.

Jam Night every Wednesday from 7pm to 10pm. 1250 Halston Ave. ■■ Valentines Luncheon on Feb. 5 from 11:30am to 1:30pm at Cece’s Kitchen, 1835 Rogers Way. For all RIH retirees. RSVP by Feb. 1 to Marnie Strong 250-828-2724 or marnie.strong@shaw.ca.

■■ Storm vs Sicamous on Feb. 5, Storm vs Revelstoke on Feb. 12, Storm vs 100 Mile House on Feb 19. All games at 7pm at McArthur Island Sports Complex.

■■ Big Little Science Centre: Feb. 6: Marvelous Magnetism Show at 11am and 1:30pm. This amazing Magnetism Show is an interactive, fun show that explores magnetism and gives you some magnetic magic tricks to try out at home! The ■■ Call For Artists! Kamloops desk. FMI call 250-376-4777. super Exploration Room is open Arts Council’s Art Exposed dead- ■■ Superheroes and Supervil10am to 4pm with over 140 dif- line for submissions is Feb. 13. lains Comedy Improv on Feb. 20 ferent exhibits to enjoy. 655 Holt All ages, levels and mediums wel- at 7pm at the Stage House Theatre, come. New categories; Established 422 Tranquille Rd. Tickets at the Street. FMI visit blscs.org.

■■ Old Time Fiddlers Dance and Emerging. FMI email Lorel at door (cash only). Presented by the Freudian Slips. FMI visit www. on Feb. 6 from 7:30 to 10pm at events@kamloopsarts.ca.

Hal Rogers Centre, 2025 Summit ■■ Fun Laughter Friends adult chimeratheatre.com.

Dr. Dance to cowboy two-steps, social group events: Round ■■ Bird and Bee Seminars waltzes, polkas, schottisches, and Round it Goes on Feb. 14, on Feb. 20 at Purity Feed, 471 foxtrots and more! FMI call 250- Ladies Only Morning on Feb. 16, Okanagan Way. Raising a Small Brunch on Feb. 21, Cards and Flock from 10am to 12pm and 376-2330.

■■ Valentine’s Dinner and Games on Feb. 27. FMI contact Home Hive Basics from 1 to 3pm. Pre-registration required Dance on Feb. 13 at the Eagles laugh2014@shaw.ca.

Club, 755 Tranquille Rd. Fea- ■■ Valentine’s Day Community by contacting 250-372-2233 or tures Elvis impersonator Eli Wil- Dinner on Feb. 14 at 5pm at the danica@purityfeed.com. liams. Cocktails at 6pm, dinner North Shore Community Centre, ■■ Seedy Saturday on March at 6:30pm and entertainment and 730 Cottonwood Ave. Roast beef 19 from 9:30am to 1pm at OLPH dance from 8 to 11pm. Fundraiser dinner by Harold’s Restaurant Parish Centre, 635 Tranquille Rd. for Kamloops Heart and Stroke. and entertainment by Danny Case. Local, Heritage and Heirloom Ticket deadline is Feb. 9. FMI or Everyone welcome. Tickets must seeds available and much more! be purchased in advance at the front Teahouse, Eats Amore Food Truck, tickets contact 250-376-1311.

children’s activities and door prizes. Sponsored by Kamloops Regional Farmers Market. FMI contact info@ssolgardens.com.

■■ Fraternal Order of Eagles Weekly Events - Sunday Nights 7pm to 11pm Karaoke, Tuesdays 3:30pm to 5:30pm Pull Tab Draws, Wednesdays 4pm to 6pm Horse Races with ‘Big Jim’, Saturday and Sundays 3pm to 5pm Meat Draws.

755 Tranquille Road 250-376-4633.

■■ Free Service by Missionaries for Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, 2165 Parkcrest St. from 9am to 1pm. FMI contact 250-572-2418, 250-5720382 or Mormon.org.

■ Pyrohu Suppers on the last Fri. of each month (except March, July, Aug.) from 5 to 7pm at the Ukrainian Orthodox Church, 1044 8th St.

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Watch your bank for unusual activities.

Dear Pisces: (Feb. 20 - Mar. 20) Love is arriving through a friend so get out with the gang and see who wants to play. Higher learning and expanding your mental horizons help clear the picture of where you’re going. Love is closer than you think but bridging the gap reveals an unusual obstacle.

Dear Aries: (Mar. 21 - April 20) You’re frisky, playful and adventurous so don’t hold back in love or business. You’re being watched at the office and clients are waiting to see your next big move. Give them a reason to tell everyone how good you really are.

Dear Taurus: (Apr. 21 - May 21) Why is love so difficult at times? You’re only asking for honesty and compassionate stability.

Money concerns might be the cause of the bumps. Adjust your budget and love will align accordingly.

Dear Gemini: (May 22 - June 21) How are your 2016 resolutions? Love was looking and you let them go. Career tried to bloom but it stalled. As for your health, it’s not too late to try again.

Mercury’s direct motion gives you a second chance.

Dear Cancer: (June 22 - July 22) Confidence and the right words shine brighter than pretty smiles. Although it feels like you’re spinning your wheels in love, more progress is being made than you realize. Teamwork and a financial surprise brighten your day.

Dear Leo: (July 23 - Aug 22) If a surprise opportunity to get away for a couple of days crosses your path, graciously accept the offer. You never know where love is hiding and sometimes distant shores have answers that can’t be found at home. A new health routine sparks a new adventure.

Dear Virgo: (Aug. 23 - Sept. 23) You updated your image for 2016 and you’re now attracting playful and amorous attention.

There’s a tendency to feel like you’ve made it and you can begin to coast. Stay on top of your game and show love that you deserve the attention by resuming the 2016 resolutions that slipped away.

Dear Libra (Sept. 24 - Oct. 23) You’ve begun thinking about kids and maybe adding to the family. Relationships are filled with surprises but it’s never too late to get on the same page as your partner. You’re on a new journey. Move forward with love.

Dear Scorpio: (Oct. 24 - Nov. 22) Watch for accidents as surprises lead to injuries. Your daily routine gets interrupted and this will make you grouchy to those who are actually looking for your affection. Compartmentalize all of the past drama and let love guide your new adventure.

Dear Sagittarius: (Nov. 23 -Dec. 21) Pamper yourself this week. Even if others don’t see it, you’ve done a good job and you know it. Treat yourself to something special. When you realize that you are a gift to yourself then you will attract the love you’re looking for.

Dear Capricorn: (Dec. 22 - Jan. 20) A new you is emerging and it’s time to go for it. Small changes lead to big results and the knowledge that you’re already on the path to your goals. Patience and passion are your biggest assets.

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

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