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Creating a first class first impression There has been a lot of talk lately about the beautification of the Tranquille Road Corridor on the North Shore. A task force, made up various members of the community, has been hard at work putting together a vision of what visitors from the Kamloops airport will see as they drive into Kamloops. It is the responsibility of the task force to develop a beautification and enhancement plan for the Tranquille Road Corridor from Desmond Street to Airport Road. The purpose of the task force is to provide recommendations to Council with regard to short and long-term beautification/enhancement options, funding strategies and partnership opportunities. This task force is made up of members from the City of Kamloops, Communities in Bloom, Kamloops Airport, Canadian Homebuilders’ Association, the general public and the North Shore Business Improvement Association (NSBIA). Executive director of the NSBIA, Steven Puhallo, is excited about this task force and the vision they have for the North Shore. “This beautification area has been talked about a lot,” comments Steven. “It is our job to bring all the different planning that has been around it together. We are here to create a long-term plan to make it a reality.” Councillor Nelly Dever is pleased
A Task Force has provided recommendations to Council with regard to short and long-term beautification, funding and partnership opportunities along the corridor to the airport.
with how everything is moving along. They held a task force meeting on June 16 to finalize the vision proposal for phase one and phase two of the beautification. “There have been some changes such as looking at removing the middle meridian which is a savings of $500,000. It was also brought to our
attention that it is a safety concern,” adds Nelly. “We also discussed the addition of a screen fence which is a chain link fence with the grey slats in it. We have already used this fence at Fortune and Leigh and pedestrian cycle bridge beautification.” This corridor is a first impression for people when they get
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The North Shore Community Centre has just begun a fundraising campaign to purchase an automated external defibrillator. This lifesaving device will play an important role in the health and safety planning of its residents and visitors. The centre has just received their first donation of $500 from the Loyal Order of the Moose Lodge #1552. Pictured here is (L-R) Blaine Eye, Moose Lodge trustee, Lois Androlick, president of the North Shore Community Centre, Jack Buchanan, administrator of the Moose Lodge and Doug Dickson, manager of the North Shore Community Centre. The community centre will also be hosting popcorn Fridays where they will be selling popcorn for one dollar a bag.
Free summer concerts at McDonald Park gazebo The City of Kamloops and BCLC are presenting another great season of Music in the Park, from July 1 to August 31. Now in its 21st year, Music in the Park continues the tradition of providing residents and tourists with 62 free evening performances that showcase a variety of talented artists. BCLC, in partnership with Radio NL, will host the most anticipated concert of the summer at the second annual Midsummer Music Jam on Wednesday, July 30. This year’s event will feature a special double-headline of entertainment with country stars Robyn and Ryleigh (country/rock)
and high-energy funk band Champagne Republic (Funk R&B). The Midsummer Music Jam will have free ice cream and entertainment for the entire family, along with hundreds of free prizes to win. Audience members are encouraged to bring items to benefit the Kamloops Food Bank, who will be onsite collecting donations. Sisters Robyn and Ryleigh Gillespie are a talented country/pop duo hailing from the serene setting of Langley, Canada. Their sound is a reflection of their country upbringing, their favourite musical influences and traditional country acoustic elements blended with the energy of modern rock.
Vancouver-based band, Champagne Republic, formed in 2012 has worked their way into Canadian hearts. Champagne Republic’s sound is a high energy, combination of soul funk and rhythm and blues. McDonald Park’s Music in the Park on Fridays will host its eighth year starting July 4 until August 29. The Friday evening performances are at the gazebo starting at 7:00 pm. For the nightly listings or to print a copy of the monthly schedule visit kamloops.ca/ events/musicinthepark. All concerts are “rain or shine” and are subject to change.
- continued from front are great things that can happen.” The vision, which has been submitted to council, is requesting slated chain link fence, ornamental trees, flowers, multiuse path, plaza, improved signage and lighting along the airport road. Upon council’s approval, the vision proposal will be sent to Kinder Morgan. “Our objective is to have them (Kinder Morgan) consider covering some of the initiatives, ideally all the initiatives through phase one,” adds Nelly. “They have requested a vision proposal from us for phase one. If they do not step up to the plate to cover any of the costs, then our vision for that area would dramatically shift. We can’t move forward until we know what their intentions are.” It was estimated last year that the cost of the project would be about $24 million. If Kinder Morgan has their twinning pipeline project approved, they will start construction in 2017. If Kinder Morgan approves the task force’s vision this fall, the beautification will start at the same time as the construction. “I have been working on it for three years,” comments Nelly. “There is a process that has to be followed and we have to be mindful that something like this will improve and assist the community at large. You have to consult with the community and ensure there is support out there.” The task force has been working very well as a team. “We finalized the vision very quickly. We are wanting to build Kamloops together,” adds Nelly. For further updates or to see the Task Force’s meeting minutes, kamloops.civicweb.net. Ashley Demedeiros
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‘Tis the season for a picnic in the park The 2014 Seniors’ Picnic will take place at Riverside Park on Friday, July 18, from 10:00am to 2:00pm. At this event the City of Kamloops is expecting anywhere from 150 to 400 seniors, so for them to host this free special event for the seniors
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The Francophone Association hosted it’s annual “Saint-Jean Baptiste BBQ” held on Tuesday, June 24. Pictured here are (L-R) Luci Tremblay, Gilles Viaud, Annick Cote, Margo Mercier, Lyne Dijkstra, Éric Villeneuve and young James Buck in front about to enjoy some cake.
Library System marks 40 years The TNRD Library System is celebrating its 40th anniversary by asking residents across the Regional District to “Check It Out!” and have their say on the future of library services, programs and facilities. To better gauge how to meet the changing needs of Regional District residents, this thorough and forward-looking strategic planning process offers a
series of interactive events as well as a public survey. The interactive events will be open to the public and will take place at all 13 library branches across the TNRD. They will feature refreshments, light snacks as well as random draws for prizes big and small, including an Apple iPad Mini. The public survey will be hosted on the library
system’s website (tnrdlib. ca) until Wednesday, July 30 to make sure everyone can participate. The first round of interactive events will take place as follows in Kamloops on Wednesday, July 9 from 8:00am to 2:00pm, at the Kamloops Library and Wednesday, July 9 from 6:00pm to 9:00pm, at the North Kamloops Library Reading Garden.
The MS Society of Canada, Kamloops and Area Chapter is hosting a first ever-family fun event at the Big Little Science Centre on July 12. This is quite exciting for the organization as these family events have been going on for over ten years, and this is the first at the science centre. “It offers a chance for families who are affected by MS to meet each other,” comments community services coordinator Cyndi Lion. “It is an opportunity for them to have social time as well as access to some information.” There will be a little show, access to the awesome hands-on room and snacks in the party room. Please contact Cyndi Lion or Leah Dagg at 250-3140773 or via email at cyndi. lion@mssociety.ca or leah. dagg@mssociety.ca by Thursday, July 10 to RSVP for this event, or for more information. Families, with children/grandchildren under 18, will be limited to five spaces. You can also visit their website for more information at mssociety. ca/kamloops.
Two Kamloops CAs honoured with service awards Ribfest and the Tim Hortons Brier. Two events hosted in the city of Kamloops which represent not only a boost to the economy, but also the coming together of the community to make an event great. Two behind-the-scenes business women have recently been recognized provincially for their tireless work with a community service award. Maureen McCurdy, partner of Daley & Company LLP and Sandra Blair, senior tax manager also of Daley & Company LLP, have recently been honoured by the Chartered Professional Accountants of British Columbia with the organization’s prestigious Community Service Award. “We are proud of our team,” says
firm partner Norm Daley. “There’s no way Maureen or Sandra would have ever put their names forward for this award, nor would they have thought they would have deserved the honour. We had to be a little sneaky and nominate them. They’re both humble people and were shocked with the awards but are absolutely honoured that their contributions have been recognized.” Sandra served as co-chair of the 2012 and 2013 Ribfest event where she managed as many as 16 sub-committees to see this event be the success it is today. Maureen has a long history of service to the community including chairing various committees for many major sporting events such as the Western Canada Summer Games
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Cat’s diary: Day 983 of captivity My captors continue to taunt me with bizarre little dangling objects. They dine lavishly on fresh meat, while the other inmates and I are fed hash or some sort of dried nuggets. Although I make my contempt for these rations perfectly clear, I nevertheless must eat something in order to keep up my strength. The only thing that keeps me going is my dream of escape. In an attempt to disgust them, I once again vomit on the carpet. Today I decapitated a mouse and dropped it’s headless body at their feet. I had hoped this would strike fear into their hearts, since this clearly demonstrates my capabilities. However, they merely made condescending comments about what a “good little hunter” I am. The nerve! There was some assembly of their accomplices tonight. I was placed in solitary confinement for the dura-
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Late one Saturday evening, I was awakened by the ringing of my phone. In a sleepy grumpy voice I said hello. The party on the other end of the line paused for a moment before rushing breathlessly into a lengthy speech. “Mom, this is Susan and I’m sorry I woke you up, but I had to call because I’m going to be a little late getting home. See, Dad’s car has a flat but it’s not my fault. Honest! I don’t know what happened. The tire just went flat while we were inside the theater. Please don’t be mad, okay?” Since I don’t have any daughters, I knew the person had dialed my number by mistake. “I’m sorry dear,” I replied, “but you’ve reached the wrong number. I don’t have a daughter named Susan.” “Gosh, Mom,” the young woman’s voice replied, “I didn’t think you’d be this mad.”
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Get away and relax on a stay-cation ■■ Stories of Earth and Life in Clay, by Nancy Van Wagoner, from July 4 to Aug. 1 at Wilson House Gallery, 115 Tranquille Rd. Gallery hours: Mon. to Fri. from 1:30 to 5pm. Opening reception on July 5 from 1 to 4pm. ■■ Chances - July 4 Perry Tucker and the Good Gravy Band, July 5 UFC 175. FMI call 250-554-1030. Shows from 7 to 10pm. No cover. 1250 Halston Ave. ■■ Big Little Science Centre July 2 to July 5: Static Electricity Show at 11am and at 1:30pm. Time for a Science Centre hair-do! Discover fun static activities that you can try at home, plus have the powerful van de Graaf Generator make your hair fly. The Static Electricity Show is our most requested show! Visit the Big Little Science Centre Booth for science fun! Always entertaining science fun! 655 Holt St. ■■ UFC 175 at Pogue Mahone Irish Alehouse, 843 Desmond St. on July 5 at 7pm. FMI call 250-376-4397. ■■ Community Dinner catered by Harold’s Restaurant on July 13 at 5pm at the North Shore Community Centre, 730 Cottonwood Ave. Entertainment by Frank of Hypnotic Blend, door prizes and 50/50 draw. Tickets must be purchased in advance by July 11 at the front desk of the North Shore Community Centre. ■■ Music in the Park - Last Child on July 4 from 7pm to 8:30pm in McDonald Park. ■■ Dinner, Entertainment and Dancing with ‘Basically Brooks’ Garth Brooks impersonator on July 5 at the Fraternal Order of Eagles, 755 Tranquille Rd. Dinner at 5:30pm (please reserve tickets by June 30 for the dinner) and entertainment starting at 7pm. FMI call 250-376-4633. ■■ Quartette featuring Cindy Church, Caitlin Hanford, Gwen Swick, and Sylvia Tyson on Aug. 17 at 2:30pm at Rainbow’s Roost, 6675 Westsyde Rd. Outdoor concert. Bring your lawn chair or blanket. Tickets available at Kamloops Live Box Office www.kamloopslive.com or 250-3745483. ■■ McArthur Park Lawn Bowlers from May to Oct. on Mon., Wed., Fri., and Sun. at 6:30pm. New bowlers are always welcome with free instruction anytime. FMI call 250-376-0917 to set up day and time. Fun and fresh air with BBQs, fun nights, visits to other clubs and skill challenges. ■■ Pogue Mahone Irish Alehouse Weekly Events: Tues. Jam Night, Thurs. Music Bingo. Fri. Karaoke, Sun. Acoustic Jam Night. 843 Desmond St. FMI call 250-376-4397. ■■ What’s Under the Dome? Church Icon Tours on Saturdays during July and Aug. from 1 to 3pm or other days/times by request. Refreshments available, donations optional. Ukrainian Orthodox Church, 1044 8th St. FMI call 778-220-5584. ■■ Volunteers Needed The North Shore Community Centre is looking for a few volunteers for the front desk/reception area. Regular weekly volunteers willing to do a four-hour shift weekly, as well as spares to be on-call when people are sick, on vacation etc. FMI call Jo-Ann 250376-4777.
Sunny sipping - Mia Sheldon and Shelley Klassen enjoy a sunny afternoon on the Pogue Mahone Irish Ale House patio, the North Shore’s biggest outdoor patio. In addition to their awesome patio, you can always enjoy live music, karaoke and music bingo offered at the pub. And don’t forget half price appies from 4:00 to 6:00pm Monday to Friday!
■■ Acoustic Jam Nights at The Alano Club, 171 Leigh Rd from 7 to 10pm on the 1st and 3rd Mon. of each month. Hosted by Perry Tucker and the Good Gravy Band. No cover, great atmosphere, have a burger and try the hand cut fries. ■■ 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.
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echo stargazer CANCER (June 22-July 22) You may be the pivoting party in a conflict among others. Your position is searching for a fair and just solution for everyone concerned. If you can manage to be even-handed rather than throwing lightning bolts around, you stand a good chance of accomplishing your aim. LEO (July 23-Aug 22) There is conflict all around you. At this time you prefer to remain in the background if you can. Another option is to manipulate the situation so that you get the outcome you wish. VIRGO (Aug. 23 -Sept. 23) You are in a reasonably good place with yourself at this time. Your heart and mind are flowing together. You have no conflict between your feelings and your thoughts about those feelings. LIBRA (Sept. 24 -Oct. 23) You may feel trapped in a situation that demands your time and attention. If you do it, you’ll be angry. If you don’t do it, you’ll feel guilty. Make an effort to find a win-win, though it could be hard. You do have some play aspects in your favor, so give your inner child a treat or two to reduce resentment. SCORPIO (Oct. 24 –Nov. 22) Don’t make rash moves or decisions over the next two weeks. You need time to think things through. It’s a challenge for you to see yourself into the future with accuracy at this time. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23 -Dec. 21) Early in the week an opportunity to expand your social life brings smiles. You may be invited to a party or you might meet someone new. This aspect is from Venus, goddess of love and creativity. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22.- Jan. 20) A partner (personal or business) or a client may antagonize you. You will feel pressured to drop bombs on the other. Keep your cool and listen carefully to what the other really wants/ needs. AQUARIUS (Jan. 21 -Feb. 19) You and the authority figures in your world are cooperating and helping each other accomplish a project. Your mind is steady and imaginative now, able to see how one thing flows into the next. At times like these, work becomes a positive experience. It integrates with your personal rhythm and feels smooth. PISCES (Feb. 20-Mar. 20) Your appetite for all the goodies in life is very strong now. Warning to those on diet and exercise programs: this week it is just too easy to break training. If you mean what you’ve promised to yourself, don’t go anywhere in which you would be in harm’s way. ARIES (Mar. 21- April 20) Your attitude about yourself is not altogether accurate right now. You may think way too much of your ideas, or alternately, you may see yourself as lower than scum. Neither is clear and you should probably not make decisions of any importance this week. Spiritual pursuits are given a “go” signal. TAURUS (Apr. 21- May 21) There is some challenge to your resources (money, time, or energy) this week. If you have a choice, don’t spend money, but you may have to do so. Fortunately you can probably access help from friends or family even though you prefer not to do that. GEMINI (May 22-June 21) You may be caught in time binds this week. It seems there is not enough of you to go around. This sort of situation can lead to catching colds in order to give you personal space.
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Horoscopes courtesy of astrologer Vivian Carol. For daily horoscopes go to horoscopesbyvivian.com Ted Smith, Thompson River Shore West (detail), 1966, watercolour on pastel paper, 23 x 29 cm Private Collection. Photo: Ray Perreault
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