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Science and space loving students Ten schools across the Kamloops-Thompson School District are waiting for their chance to send a science experiment to space. The experiment must fit into a shoebox-sized container and be something an astronaut can do in the microgravity atmosphere in the International Space Station. The Student Spaceflight Experiments Program (SSEP), part of the National Centre for Earth and Space Science Education, is an oppourtunity for students in grades five to seven to submit an experiment of their own design and have their procedures carried out by real NASA astronauts. Bert Edwards Science and Technology School principal, Paul Hembling, has to raise $25,000 to pay for the space trip. “The 25,000 is the cost to launch the shoebox and to put on the international space station,” comments Paul. “We are at 12,500 US right now; about half way there. We have until middle of March when those funds are committed.” Paul submitted an implementation plan, what the local committee would look like and how the winning experiments would be chosen to the SSEP in order to be entered into the program. If the money is raised, in March teachers in groups of three to five will
start to develop a micro gravity experiment. There are about 18 classrooms that are ready to be involved to create an experiment, a proposal and instructions for the astronauts. Students are being asked what they would like to know and how they will create an experiment to find out. Kamloops is only the second school district in Canada to ever be accepted into the program. “If there is a successful experiment chosen by the SSEP, there will most likely be a launch in fall 2014,” says Paul. “It will be launched into space for a six week period and the results and
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experiment will be returned to the students. How cool is that?!” Students will have to figure out how things will work in space. To see how zero gravity will affect things that we know on Earth. In years past Silly Putty was sent up. Students wanted to know the effect of microgravity on the formation of Silly Putty and how the characteristic of
that Silly Putty differs from that Silly Putty made on Earth. “This has got to be the best hands on learning experience I have ever seen and I have been in education for 18 years,” adds Paul. The science loving students of Kamloops need local support to get enough money to try to send the winning science experiment into space.
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Students haven’t been involved in the program yet. “They don’t know a lot as we need to make sure that we have the money to do this,” says Paul. “We are holding our breaths right now. Over the next two weeks, I am reaching out to the community. If this flies, pun intended, it will be a great hands on learning ex- continued on page 2
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Do you need help with your Canadian job search? Alexis Greenwood, Librarian and Skilled Immigrant InfoCentre Coordinator at the Vancouver Public Library, is going to be at Kamloops Immigrant Services, 448 Tranquille Road. Alexis will be sharing information on online employment resources for newcomers to Canada, including the hidden job market, social media and more. This free event will take place on March 12, from 9:00am to 12:00pm. Anyone interested in attending can contact Coby Piazza, Community Connections coordinator at Kamloops Immigrant Services to register., 778-470-6101.
Exploration Group lecture series The Kamloops Exploration Group is hosting a series of lecture series. On March 12, Nancy Van Wagoner will be talking about the Geology of Ceramic Arts. On March 27, Jean-Bernard Carson will be presenting: Looking for Grandma; What Can the Burgess Shale Tell us About our Origins? On April 24, John Clague will be talking about Hydraulic Fracturing – The Science, Economics and Politics of the Recovery of Shale Gas and Oil. The Kamloops Exploration Group is a registered, volunteerrun, non-profit society that generally promotes and supports the interests of mining and prospecting for minerals, metals and petroleum. KEG is led by an elected 12-member volunteer board and now has several thousand members. For more information, please visit keg.bc.ca.
Curious minds - continued from front perience. Not only that, it will be an awesome experience to be a part of the adventure.” If you are looking for more information or would like to help out, please visit ssep.sd73.bc.ca or call Paul at 250-376-2205. Ashley Demedeiros
The Boys and Girls Clkub of Kamloops held a grand opening of their new Rogers Raising the Grade technology centre. Mayor Peter Milobar showed support for the centre which will help Kamloops youth prepare for post secondary education.
BC seniors elect new president BC’s largest federation of seniors has elected a new president. Delegates representing 85 seniors’ organizations throughout the province chose Lorraine Logan to lead the 107,000 member Council of Senior Citizens’ Organizations of B.C. (COSCO) for the next two years. Lorraine previously served as COSCO’s second vice-president, and spoke for the organization on transportation issues including DriveABLE and accessible transit services. She takes over from Art Kube, a long time leader on issues affecting seniors. “Art is an incredible organizer who has guided the growth of COSCO, which now represents more BC seniors than ever before,” says Lorraine. “He is a key advocate for a civil society where governments plan with seniors, not for them. His work has demonstrated that seniors have much to contribute – that we are an asset to society, not a burden.
Now that he has passed the torch of leadership, the new executive of COSCO will be working hard to live up to his example,” she says. She thinks there are many issues where the voice of today’s seniors must be heard. “Governments generally have failed to recognize the positive contributions that seniors can make. British Columbians are living longer, healthier lives. In some instances, this creates challenges, but it also creates immense opportunities,” comments Lorraine. A key issue that COSCO will be tackling immediately is the defense of public health care, threatened by the federal government’s refusal to renegotiate the federal-provincial Health Accord that expires March 31. “Seniors will be visiting their Members of Parliament to urge them to improve public health care and not allow Ottawa to reduce its financial contribution. We can
strengthen health care, and actually save money, by establishing national Pharmacare and home support programs,” comments Lorraine. Other priorities affecting seniors include affordable housing, accessible transportation services and the need to improve public pensions, says Logan. COSCO is an umbrella organization that brings together 85 different seniors groups, representing 107,000 women and men, to work on common issues. COSCO is affiliated with the one million member National Pensions Federation which promotes these issues at the national level. A major focus of COSCO’s work is promoting good health. To this end, COSCO volunteers provide a series of free workshops on 38 topics ranging from falls prevention to health literacy. More than 6,000 seniors have attended these workshops.
“Maple Sugar” party will get your sweet tooth dancing The Francophone Association is hosting its annual “Maple Sugar Shack Party” to be held on Saturday March 1 at McQueen Lake Environment Centre. The site opens at 2:00 pm. Come and savour the uniqueness of maple toffee from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm. A traditional supper will be served at 5:30pm. Tickets for the supper are limited and are available at the office. For more info call the Association Francophone de Kamloops at 250-376-6060. Everyone is welcome!
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Kick off to the Y Strong Kids Campaign Tina Lange is asking munity opportunities to Kamloops to help the Y develop new skills and help kids. Fresh off her confidence and to gain successful “couch cam- a sense of belonging paign”, which resulted through participation in Y in the purchase of a new programs like afterschool couch for the Y Women’s care, camp, swim lessons Emergency Shelter, Tina and membership. is asking us to dig into our The Y’s mission is to pockets again to do some- build healthy communithing that will have a last- ties by giving kids and ing impact – investing in families access to the Y’s kids through the Y Strong resources and expertise, Fri.Kids Jan.Campaign. 31 Pauline Kyllonen all provided by the car Many families in our ing staff that work there. community struggle to “When I was a strugmake ends meet. They gling young mother, the don’t have the resources Y helped me to build up to enroll their kids in my confidence, making healthy activities like me the person I am today. sports or swimming les- The Y also made sure that sons. Money raised by the two of my daughters had Y Strong Kids Campaign the chance to go to sumgives children, teens and mer camp. The Strong young adults in our com- Kids Campaign ensures
that the wonderful services of the Y are accessible to everyone in our community,” says Tina. It’s not just Tina Lange who will be asking people to help the Y help kids. She will be joined by over 120 volunteers, including the members of nine celebrity teams in the Y Strong Kids Challenge. The Strong Kids Campaign runs from February 20 to March 10. Many fun campaign events are open to the public, like Dancestrong (February 24 to March 8) and the Toonie Toss in the Y pool (February 24 to March 9). Visit kamloopsy.org or call 250-372-7725 for more information or to make a donation.
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The ‘Behind the Scenes’ talk about the film industry was well attended with around twenty people at the North Shore Community Centre on February 17. Ken Wells covered the history of film in B.C. and who does what on the crews. His wife Shirley also told some hilarious tales about her years as a camera assistant and paint foreman. This was interlaced with funny stories and crazy going-ons on productions that Ken has worked on.
The North Shore Community Centre, 730 Cottonwood Ave, is having its annual Spring Antique and Collectibles Sale on March 15 and 16. It is one of their largest fundraisers for seniors’ programs at the centre. The sale helps support the activities put on for seniors and the community throughout the entire year. With items such as native jewelry and art, china, hand-made linens, vintage clothing, books, coins and paper money, toy collectibles, dolls, advertising and more. Come for a trip down memory lane. The sale will be from 9:00am to 4:00pm on Saturday and 9:00am to 3:00pm on Sunday. This is a great acitivity for the whole family to get out and enjoy the history around our community and get out of the house.
Interior Health named top BC employer Another feather in their cap: Interior Health named one of B.C.’s top employers for second year in a row Once again, Interior Health has been named one of BC’s Top Employers, a designation recognizing B.C. employers that lead their industries in providing exceptional workplaces. “As I tour facilities throughout the region I am impressed by the professional and collaborative attitudes of employees I meet,” says Minister of Health Terry Lake. “It is clear that the health authority’s efforts to build an engaged workforce, along with the satisfaction gained from helping people, make Interior Health a great place to work.” Interior Health employs more than 18,000 people across a region that spans about 215,000 km. The ge-
ography offers a wide range of lifestyle and recreational options. From an active urban way of life to a quiet rural setting, there is something for everyone. In addition to providing a culture of achievement,
collaboration and teamwork, Interior Health offers benefits that are among the highest in Canada to help employees balance work and personal life. “Staying focused and engaged is a choice we all
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The Fun Laughter Friends Group has plenty of fun activities planned for February and March. If you are looking for a new way to make friends, this is the group for you. The atmosphere is easy going and carefree. There is a meet and greet on February 26 at 7:30 pm. On February 28 there is a
sushi and soup event planned. On March 2 people will enjoy a coffee and snack at one of the local coffee shops at 11:00am. On March 8 the group has a wing night set for 5:30 pm. If you would like to attend any of these events please email laugh2014@shaw.ca or visit their Facebook page
The Senor’s Outreach Society is looking for help from the community. Volunteers are needed to visit seniors in their homes or at a mutually convenient site, such as at the North Shore Senior’s Centre or at a coffee shop on a regular basis at least twice monthly.
You must be 17 years or older to volunteer for this program. Volunteering is not only great for those who you are helping; it is a wonderful feeling to give back. Take the opportunity to make a difference in our community. For this and many other volunteer opportunities please call 250-372-8313.
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It is time to think about your ticker. Your heart is the engine to your whole body and goes through a lot of stress each and every day. Heart Month is a national campaign that mobilizes Canadians to rally together in raising awareness and funds that have an enormous impact on the lives of all Canadians. Missagh Manshadi, B.Sc. Pharm Pharmacist/ Owner Certified Compounder at Manshadi Pharmacy on 374 Tranquille Road is here to help you. “The heart is one of the most important organs in your body, other than your brain,” comments Missagh. “Heart disease is very hard to treat, therefore we need to do a lot of prevention to make sure we have healthy hearts.” There is a lot you can do to protect yourself from heart
issues. You can have an active lifestyle where you exercise regularly, eat healthy foods, decrease or avoid alcohol and have six to eight hours of sleep per day. There are also some other things you can do according to Missagh: “You can take Omega3 fatty acids and try to decrease stress with some meditation and relaxation time.” More and more studies are showing that stress is one of the leading causes of heart diseases. Stress causes high blood pressure that, in turn, puts a lot of wear and tear on your heart. Manshadi Pharmacy has been providing the North Shore of Kamloops with wholesome trusted care for a year; they celebrate their anniversary in March. “I enjoy being around people,” says
Missagh. “You can actually see a change in people’s health and it is satisfying. I would like to thank the people of the North Shore for their continued support.” “Don’t wait until you have problems to come and see us. We can help you make the right decisions for your heart,” adds Missagh. “Once you have a heart disease, you will have it for the rest of your life and it is usually preventable.” Make a promise to yourself this month; look after your heart. If you have any questions don’t hesitate to call the talented and dedicated team at Manshadi Pharmacy at 250-434-2526 or visit manshadipharmacy.com for more information. Ashley Demedeiros
Symphony Society’s annual dinner and auction Join the Kamloops Symphony Society at Thompson River’s University for a scrumptious gourmet dinner prepared by the award-winning staff and students of TRU’s Culinary Arts Program, an infor-
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centuries and explore ideas of storytelling through symbolism and iconography. Led by our KAG art instructors, tours and interactive activities take place in the gallery spaces, while their studios provide a space for creation, expression and discovery. They provide a wide variety of fine art materials for experimentation, enabling participants to
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Education awards to local students Valley First is continuing to demonstrate its commitment to making a positive difference in its communities by offering $27,000 in education awards to secondary and post-secondary students throughout British Columbia in 2014. Over the last 14 years, Valley First has proudly provided more than $300,000 to students going on to post-secondary education. “At Valley First, we recognize the importance of continuing education and we know that for many young people, attending post-secondary school can be a pipe dream because of high tuition fees,” says Christa Phillips, community investment administrator at Valley First. “That’s why Valley First is proud to continue our education awards program to offer deserving secondary and post-secondary students who are committed to academic excellence and community leadership some financial reward. It’s just one way we’re helping students to realize their potential and encouraging them to strive for excellence in school and in their local communities.” Eleven education awards of $2,000 each will be presented to qualifying secondary and post-
secondary students throughout the province who demonstrate outstanding school and community involvement. The competition is open to students who are members of Valley First, or the dependent of a Valley First member, in good standing prior to July 1, 2013. In recognition of Valley First’s innovative community program, Feed the Valley, two additional education awards of $2,500 each will be offered to secondary and post-secondary students who actively volunteer with their local food bank. The Feed the Valley Volunteer Education Awards are open to students who have demonstrated outstanding community volunteerism with their local food bank in communities where Valley First operates. Applicants for this award do not need to be a member of Valley First to qualify. These award applications and full qualifying criteria can be picked up at any Valley First branch or downloaded online as of February 3. All submissions are due by 5 pm on Monday, March 31 and award recipients will be notified in early May. For more information on Valley First, visit valleyfirst.com.
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A young college co-ed came running in tears to her father. “Dad, you gave me some terrible financial advice!” “I did? What did I tell you?” said the dad. “You told me to put my money in that big bank, and now that big bank is in trouble.” “What are you talking about? That’s one of the largest banks in the state,” he said. “There must be some mistake.” “I don’t think so,” she sniffed. “They just returned one of my checks with a note saying, ‘Insufficient Funds’.”
Kindness of strangers Mick and Paddy were walking in Covent Garden in London. It was their first week in the capital and they were a bit naïve. “Lord above Paddy, this is a great city,” says Mick. “Why’s that Mick?” responds Paddy. “Well, to be sure,’ explains Mick, “where else in the world would a complete stranger come up to you, make idle chat, invite you to dinner and then offer you to spend the night at their house?” “Begorrah,” splutters Paddy, “did that happen to you?” “No,” says Mick, “but it happens to my beautiful sister all the time.”
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Fri, Mar 14, March 28: Fraud presentation 1:30-3pm Tues, Mar 11: crafts with ruby 1pm
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Indoor Flea Markets antiques anD ColleCtibles sale March 2, 9, 23 and 30
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Call or email to learn more 760 Mayfair Street, (250) 682-4378 or info@theriverbend.ca North Shore Kamloops When Fred told his family he was selling the house RiverBend Manor offersTheir an elegant760 Mayfair Street www.rivercityseniors.ca www.theriverbend.ca and moving to RiverBend, they were thrilled. SHOW SUITE NOW OPEN! environment at a very affordable cost. Dad would never be •lonely and he could take 3 excellent daily meals • Weekly housekeeping • Telephone • TV • Internet advantage of the meal and housekeeping options. • Media, activity and exercise rooms What Fred failed to mention were his plans for MANOR Call us at 250-376-6536 or drop in to arrange a tour
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McQueen Lake and the Major make for a great week ■■ Big Little Science Centre Speakers Series: Feb. 27 at 7pm at Big Little Science Centre, 655 Holt St. Free entry, doors at 6:30pm with Dr. Mila Kwiatkowski on “BIG Data and Small Data”. ■■ Justice Theatre from The People’s Law School on Feb. 27 from 11am to 12pm at Kamloops Immigrant Services, 448 Tranquille Rd. A free event for newcomers to Canada to learn about the Canadian legal system. To attend this event, contact Coby at 778-470-6101. ■■ Charlie Major on Feb. 28 at 7pm at The Dirty Jersey,1200 8th St. ■■ Chances - Feb. 28 Perry Tucker, Mar. 1 Key of D. FMI call 250554-1030. Shows are 7 to 10pm. 1250 Halston Ave. ■■ Udon Lunch - Feb 28 at 11:30 to 12:30, at the Kamloops Japanese Canadian Association 160 Vernon Ave, phone for reservation, 250-376-9629. ■■ Kamloops Community Garden Registration for plot availability on some of the eight gardens. Registration takes place on Feb. 28 from 11am to 1pm, March 12 from 4 to 6pm, March 28 from 11am to 1pm at Interior Community Services, 765 Tranquille Rd. FMI contact Shelaigh at 250-852-0681 or kamloopsgardens@gmail.com. ■■ Maple Sugar Shack on March 1 at McQueen Lake Environment Centre presented by Kamloops Francophone Association. Activities begin at 2pm and traditional dinner at 5pm. Tickets for dinner available at 348 Fortune Dr. FMI contact 250-376-6060. ■■ Fun Laughter Friends Social Group- Meet & Greet Coffee/Snack on March 2 at 11am.
FMI contact laugh2014@ shaw.ca or visit facebook.com/ groups/219934751527720/. ■■ Kamloops Exploration Group Lecture Series Mar. 12 at 7pm with Nancy Van Wagoner on The Geology of Ceramic Arts. All lectures are in the TRU Mountain Room. ■■ Bowl for Kids Sake from Feb. 22 to Mar. 9 in support of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Kamloops. Form teams and join the fun of their biggest fundraising event of the year. FMI on special events, prizes and to register your group visit: bfkskamloops.ca or call 250-374-6134. ■■ World Day of Prayer 2014 on March 7 at 1:30pm at Kamloops United Church, 421 St. Paul St and 7pm at Mt. Paul United Church, 140 Laburnum St. FMI contact Theda at 250-554-9797 or Rev. Teri Meyer at 250-372-3020. ■■ Indoor Flea Markets at the North Shore Community Centre, 730 Cottonwood Ave. on Sundays to March 9 from 8am to 1pm. Entry by donation. Table rentals must be reserved by noon Fridays. FMI contact 250-376-4777. ■■ St Patty’s Day Dinner & Dance on Mar. 15 at the Eagles Hall, 755 Tranquille Rd. Irish Beef Stew Dinner with music by Hired Help. Dinner at 5:30pm, Dance at 7pm. Contact 250-3764633 for tickets. Everyone welcome. ■■ Adult Drop in Badminton at the OLPH Gym, 635 Tranquille Rd. at 7pm every Tues. night with a drop in fee. Birds provided with a wide range of recreational players. FMI contact Robert 250-5790193. ■■ Citizenship 101 free eightsession course to prepare for Canadian citizenship test. Course
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Legend of rock - Legendary singer/songwriter Charlie Major rose to the forefront of the Canadian Music scene in the early to mid-nineties and has paired up with the likes of ZZ Top to rock arenas full of fans from coast to coast. The Dirty Jersey is the place to see this legend on February 28! Photo credit: Grant Martin
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