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Youth workshops redefine aboriginal art Art is a form in which people can express themselves. Learning how to express oneself is extremely important during our developmental years. As part of the studio programs at the Kamloops Art Gallery (KAG), there are youth workshops going on during March. These workshops offer opportunities for youth to learn how art connects with our daily lives. The workshops encourage self-expression and experimentation through the process of learning about art techniques, basic design concepts and a variety of diverse media. In partnership with the Kamloops Art Gallery for the youth workshops is Chris Bose, creative director, with the Arbor Art Collective. The Arbor Collective supports the creation and dissemination of work from aboriginal, Inuit and Metis artists from all Indigenous Nations living in the Kamloops area and working in all artistic disciplines. It involves participants in creating artwork that confronts and challenges stereotypes, hidden histories and stolen voices and works to inspire and empower individuals through creativity. He is hosting the youth workshops at KAG studios on March 6 and 20. Chris is a multidisciplinary visual artist, poet and musician. He has been doing workshops in the Kamloops area, the Southern Interior and across Canada for about five years. He is from Kamloops and is a Secwepemc and N’lakapamux First
At a recent workshop Shealagh Dedelley, an Arbor Collective mentor-in training, and her daughter Summer Dedelley enjoyed learning and creating art together.
Nations. “I can’t remember whom approached whom, the Kamloops Art Gallery, or the Arbour Collective, a First Nations artists collective I started with Nacoma George back in 2011 to provide opportunities for First Nations, Metis and Inuit to have exhibitions, workshops and access to supplies,” comments Chris. At the Mayor’s Gala, in recognition of an outstanding Kamloops maker or artist/creator in new media, Chris was awarded the Film and New Media award on October 28, 2013. When it comes to working with people in the community and helping them discover art, Chris loves working with youth. “Kids aren’t jaded and believe anything is still possible. They aren’t in ruts and still dream about what they want to be when they grow up,” adds Chris. “As well, I really value the opportunities creativity has provided me and know that exploring identity and culture through arts is the way to go.” “The youth are underserved in the arts, especially aboriginal youth,” says Chris. “Supplies are often expensive and a safe place to create art and connect and meet new artists isn’t easy to come by. We want to provide something free and engaging to the community.” There will be many mediums explored in the youth workshops. “I enjoy painting, and new media projects, mural art, sketching, drawing, - continued on page 2
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All the teams for the Tim Hortons Brier arrived in Kamloops on Thursday February 27. Many came in via the Kamloops Airport. Greeting the athletes from across the country were dedicated volunteers. These volunteers drove the players from the airport to their hotels or wherever they needed to get to. Here Ron Pauwels, Gordon Harris, Ernie Kurtz and Harold Wilson stood waiting for the next group of curlers to fly in. For information about the Brier, which is in Kamloops from March 1 to 9, please visit curling.ca.
The Rotary Club of Kamloops is hosting free family dinners at NorKam Secondary School. The dinners are for those who are facing challenges, or just need a night off from cooking dinner. They are open to families and children 17 and under. It is a buffet style dinner along with a night of games and door prizes. The next dinner is on March 12. Also this spring there will be dinner on March 25, April 16, April 30, May 14 and May 27 from 5:00pm to 7:00pm. To volunteer or donate place email kamloopshunger@hotmail.com or call 250-574-0474.
Province urges action on flavoured tobacco legislation Health Minister Terry Lake is calling once again for the federal government to build upon existing legislation banning flavoured tobacco. “In November 2013 and again in February 2014, I wrote to the federal government to encourage an enhanced ban on flavoured tobacco products,” says Terry. “We cannot let these sweet flavours soften the harshness of tobacco. Flavoured tobacco can become a gateway for a young person to become dependent on or addicted to nicotine.” The federal government has existing legislation that bans the
use of youth-oriented flavourings in cigarettes and small cigars under 1.4 grams. However, tobacco manufacturers are now creating flavoured cigars just above that weight, making them attractive to youth. That’s why the Province is urging the federal government to enhance the ban on flavoured tobacco to include all tobacco products. Asking provincial governments to bring in legislation on this matter will risk a patchwork of standards across the country, because it requires each province to duplicate enforcement and testing resources. It’s important that a consistent
level of protection is developed for youth across Canada – regardless of where they live. Health Canada has developed the expertise needed to administer this type of technical regulation. British Columbia values and makes use of the tobacco initiatives promoted by Heath Canada, but is prepared to proceed should the federal government decide not to move forward. “As this is a level of protection that all Canadian youth need, I’ve also sent my letter to my fellow provincial and territorial counterparts for their support,” says Terry. “I believe if we had broad support
for federal expansion of their flavoured tobacco legislation, we will see a consistent level of protection for youth across our country.” At 14.5 per cent, British Columbia enjoys the lowest smoking rates in Canada, which is a reflection of the importance British Columbians place on a healthy lifestyle supported by strong tobacco control policy and smoking cessation programs. To continue to have the lowest smoking rate and decrease tobacco use for future generations, the Province must ensure that all youth Canada-wide are protected from the risks of flavoured tobacco.
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can move beyond stereotypes of “wolves howling at the moon” and “soaring eagles” to create new definitions of aboriginal art. We can explore identity, language and culture, and have fun,” adds Chris. This project is more than teaching art, it is a way to change our community: “There is a chasm of misunderstanding and knowledge between aboriginal and non-aboriginal people, creating and nurturing projects like this help bridge them. We can move beyond easy stereotypes and develop real understanding of our cultures,” further adds Chris. Art is more than a hobby or activity; it is a form of expression and can even help build relationships
and communities. Chris at the Arbor Art Collective, in partnership with the Kamloops Art Gallery, hopes to create something special for the youth in Kamloops. If you
would like to get involved or join one of the free workshops, please call 250-377-2400 for more information. Ashley Demedeiros
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printmaking, digital art, collaging, everything and anything,” comments Chris. These workshops are free and run from 6:00pm to 9:00pm. There are plans in motion for the workshops to continue running once a month past March. “We’re working on building community here,” adds Chris. All of this couldn’t be possible without the hard work of volunteers and the partnership with the Arbor Art Collective and the Kamloops Art Gallery. And the community has responded with excitement and curiosity. “The reactions have been great, redefining aboriginal art is fun; we
SPCA offers free feral cat clinics
The BC SPCA will be offering free spay/neuter clinics for feral cats in Kamloops on March 12. This is the eighth year the free clinic has been offered, with individuals who care for feral colonies and unowned cats signing up to bring the animals in for sterilization. “We offer a range of free services, including medical examinations, spay/ neuter operations, vaccinations, flea treatments, permanent identification and medical treatments for up to 100 cats during the clinic,” says Dr. James Lawson, chief animal health officer for the BC SPCA. Any cat or kitten who is tame enough for adoption is placed into SPCA care for rehoming. All appointments must be booked in advance. For details, please contact the Kamloops Spay/Neuter Clinic at 250-376-6055.
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Mallory Slack On February 24, the Central Animal Hospital on Tranquille Road had a plethora of cupcakes in their reception area. They sold sweets for National Cupcake Day for the SPCA. The money raised from selling the cupcakes went towards supporting the SPCA, Kamloops helped them sell $907 worth of cupcakes. Sandra Sponaugle and Carlene Coulter did some baking to show their support.
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Seven grants of $1,000 to youth At United Way they know that investments in youth are investments in the future. For the seventh year in a row young professionals from the community have made the funding decisions when it comes to the Youth Initiative Grants. Using sponsorship from TELUS and Interior Savings and funds from GenNext, seven grants of approximately $1,000 or more were awarded to youth throughout our region. These projects will happen over the next several months throughout the Cariboo, North Thompson and Nicola regions. The allocation team was made up of young professionals from the United Way Youth Club and GenNext. “I am very thankful for the Youth Ini-
tiative Grants. There are none out there like it. I hope it continues in the future!” says a youth who received a grant to do a weekend long HIV education workshop with First Nations youth in 2013. These innovative and creative projects are created by youth for youth and encompass everything from the first ever PRIDE event at a rural school to youth cooking and providing meals to the homeless. SAAVI Art Exhibition in partnership with the YMCA/YWCA Children Who Witness Abuse program in Kamloops have received a grant. A program for girls who have witnessed abuse will create art as part of their group work and ultimately host an art show.
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Are we there for our teens? Dear Editor, I developed a great interest and concern for teens through my social service work, volunteer experience and interactions with teenagers. As a result, I am of the opinion that in order to change the trend of the increased substance use and related social issues common among teenagers, changes need to come from the basic unit of the social structure: the family. An increase in the time that family members spend together may ultimately lead to a decrease in substance abuse and other social problems common among teenagers. During my work experiences, I learnt that youth often find hanging out with friends more rewarding than staying at home, as many parents are not there for them, nor listen to them. Many parents, especially single parents, may feel that devoting reasonable time to their teens may be
difficult as they are often pressured to work several shifts or long hours to be able to meet the financial needs of the family. Teenagers may be introduced to illicit substances, such as marijuana, in the process. Imagine the opportunities a teen misses when he or she sleeps for the rest of the day, not going out to school or work as result of substance intoxication. The effect of this is not only on the teen concerned but on his or her family members and the community at large. Mental health problems such as sleeping disorders often occur in addition to low productivity and social implications like violence and suicide. The Yoruba of Nigeria, of which I am a native, use the saying “Ile la ti ko eso rode”, which means charity begins at home, revealing that good behaviour, manner and conduct begins at home. Teens from a healthy
family with adequate love, warmth and support seem to conform to community values, which keeps them responsible and responsive to community needs. Let us rebuild our community from the root and not from the branches. A positive impact in the family goes a long way in minimizing social problems and creating an integrated, peaceful and progressive society. The Health Canada website (2001) identifies positive family influences as “best practices” and an important means of resolving adolescents’ substance abuse. The question to ask ourselves in the light of this letter is, what role can we (as a father, mother, uncle, aunt, foster parent or guardian) play in making a positive change in our families. How much time do we spend with our children in a day? A pledge of at least an hour a day goes a long way to enhance a teen’s
As you may have noticed, The Echo horoscope has changed to the Echo Stargazer. Vivian Carol is our new expert astrologer. Her interpretations of the stars, sun, moon and planets will give you insight into your daily life. How is your zodiac going to influence your life over the next week? Vivian Carol has been a professional astrologer since 1975 with a specialty in psychological interpretation and future projections. Vivian emphasizes understanding of one’s individual history as well as the deeper meaning and purposes behind the event in life today. Let us know what you think of this new addition to your local newspaper, the Echo. You can learn more about Vivian at horoscopesbyvivian. com/.
physical, mental, psychological, emotional and spiritual balance, and in the long run ensures the community’s economic, social and political stability. Our teenagers need more of our love, positive attitude and shared time. I therefore recommend the acronym LAT (love, attitude and time) for effective parenting and as a strategy to prevent and minimize social issues prevalent among teens. Overall, I look forward to changes in families’ shared time. The teens’ needs and challenges could be identified in the process. Also, I want to advocate for possible changes in social policies, community programs, remuneration and working conditions that will allow parents to meet family time demands and not lose out in terms of income or employment. Yours sincerely, Mary Olusola Owoeye
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Immigrant Services helps with citizenship Kamloops Immigrant Services is part of a pilot project put on by Citizenship Immigration Canada. This project is an initiative to help immigrants with their citizenship test. Citizenship 101 will help you learn and understand the contents of the Discover Canada Study Guide through weekly lessons, fun activities and practice tests. The course runs Tuesday from 1:00pm to 3:00pm until April 1. Kamloops Immigrant Services Community Connections coordinator, Colby Piazza, believes this is a pilot project that is here to stay. “I think it will be running again. It is going really well for us,” says Colby. “We have a lot of clients who would want it to run in the evening as we currently only offer it in the afternoon.” Citizenship 101 helps Kamloops Immigrant Services clients to better understand the material in the Discover Canada Study Guide. “Each week we go over a Discover Canada element,” comments Colby. “They have to be familiar will all the information in the guide. We go over the most difficult parts.” Somruedee Srisura, aka Sammy, is originally from Thailand and has been attending Citizenship 101. “I have come to every one of the citizenship courses,” comments Sammy. “I have learned a lot and tell my friends that they should come here because they (Kamloops Immigrant Services) will help you.” “The information in the booklet is really dense,” says Colby. “There is new vocabulary to those who English is a second language. We increase their understanding of the content and make people feel more engaged as a citizen in Canada,” says Colby. You don’t have to attend every Citizenship 101 course; you can pick which ones you want to go to. There is a final mock exam, which is just like the final citizenship exam. Fact for you: once a person applies for citizenship, it can take two to three years before you are given an actual test date. If you happen to fail the test the first time around, you have to wait another two to three years.
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Kamloops Museum and Archives presents their new exhibit Chinese Legacies: Building the Canadian Pacific Railway, on display in the temporary exhibit gallery until April 30. If you love Chinese culture you should take a look at the Chinese Cultural Association of Kamloops that houses heritage items all year round. Above: Jackie Channess, student Inset at right: Robert Gill, owner
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Cathy McLeod, Member of Parliament for Kamloops – Thompson – Cariboo delivered the following statement On February 26 in the House of Commons: Mr. Speaker, today is anti-bullying day. While bullying has always existed, modern technology gives bullies the ability to humiliate and intimidate their victims in front of the entire world. As recent tragedies have shown, cyberbullying has the power to destroy lives and communities. That is why our government has introduced legislation to crack down on cyberbullies and to stand up for victims. The protecting Canadians from online crime bill will ensure chil-
dren are better protected by making it an offence to distribute intimate images without the consent of the person depicted. We have always been clear that there is a point where bullying goes beyond just words and becomes criminal behaviour. Distributing images of a person against their will should be a crime, which is why we are acting to strengthen the Criminal Code. We are also acting to modernize the law so police have the tools they need to better investigate these offences. I hope the NDP will begin working with us so we can get the bill to the justice committee and hopefully passed into law as quickly as possible.
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The Twin Rivers Education Centre held a wellness fair for youth on February 22. It was a wonderful day with over 20 community agencies set up in the gym. The kids were really engaged with the different presenters and learned a lot at the workshops. The more supported students are the less likely they will be bullied or be bullies.
Big Little Speaker Series Join the Big Little Science Centre (655 Holt Street, Kamloops in the old Happyvale School) for their new Speakers Series. Next on the list is Dr Mila Kwiatkowska on Thursday February 27 at 7:00pm. At this free event she will be speaking about “Big Data and Small Data.” Computers store data, produce information and do it all like magic! Explore the inner workings of com-
puters with Dr Mila Kwiatkowski; start to learn and appreciate just how this science magic really happens. While this talk is for a mixed age group, it will be best appreciated by adults and by children in the intermediate grades and up. Dr Kwiatkowska is an Associate Professor in the Department of Computing Science at Thompson Rivers University.
Volunteers needed in our city 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 Canadian Mental Health Association is looking for a computer maintenance support volunteer. The volunteer will maintain seven computers in the Clubhouse that are specifically for the use of their members. The position will be for one to two hours once a week. You must be 19+ to volunteer.
Volunteer Kamloops is looking for an office reception volunteer. The volunteers will perform reception duties, answer phones, greet and direct clients, data entry, print/fax/ copy and more. The volunteers must be computer literate and have good communication and English skills. You need to be 19+ to volunteer. The reward for volunteering your time is priceless. Take the opportunity to make a difference in our community. For these and many other volunteer opportunities please call 250-372-8313.
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Kelsey Moss enjoyed a day of fun at the McArthur Island Curling Club’s Family Curling Day on March 1. Families got the chance to learn to play the old time game just in time of the Tim Hortons Brier, which is here at the Interior Savings Centre until March 9.
Old Time Fiddlers concert The Kamloops Old Time Fid- House in Kamloops (100 Lorne dlers are hosting a fiddle concert St.). Tickets are available at the with Gordon Stobbe and JJ Guy. door. Gordon is a “Canadian Grand Gordon and JJ will also be hostMasters Fiddling Assoc. Lifetime ing a fiddle workshop the same Achievement Award” recipient day (March 8) from 1pm to 4pm and JJ was the “People’sstoP Choice at the Don’t Heritage House. To register here First pay full retail prices Award” winner at the 2013 Grand and for more information for your home, yard and garden supplies. please Masters Fiddling Championship. contact Clark Hiles at 250-376the only liquidation store on the north shore The concert takes place March 6209 or Jackie Davis at 250-3728 at 7:30pm. It will be at Heritage 7005.
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LO-bOychampion market Help raise a gymnastics we pay the tax! Raising a champion is expensive. Add being a diabetic child to the bills and you need community support. Mara Brenner’s son Adin Brenner is a 12 year old type one diabetic since the age of two. He is also the current Provincial Gymnastics Champion on High Bar. He is on his way to being the first diabetic gymnastic on the men’s national team. This year’s Gymnastics Championships are being held in Kamloops. Mara has been searching for reasonable accommodations and has come to realize that her family has a smaller budget than will work. Thus, they are looking for a family to host them.
459 will tranquille rd Mara be traveling with open mon to sat Adin’s10am-5pm coach and two other athletes including Adin’s his sister which is five all together. They will be gone daily from early morning to dark so all they really need is a place to flop. They can bring camping mats, so floors or couches will suffice. They also have a vehicle so they can be split in two homes. They will be arriving late on Thursday March 13 and they will leave early on Tuesday the 18. The event is at the Tournament Centre on McGill Rd. If you know of someone or would like to help the Brenner family, please call Mara at 250247-8538.
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See you at the movies! The Kamloops Film Festival (KFF) begins next week in the heart of downtown Kamloops. The time is here. The time is now. The Kamloops Film Festival tickets are on sale at Moviemart (444 St.Paul) and TRUSU (The Campus Activity Centre at TRU). This year is bigger than ever, with more guests, more Canadian films and comedies, and more events, including a new “Steeping” Discussion at Oops Café. The KFF Committee invites you to celebrate the best in independent Canadian and foreign films, while engaging with filmmakers and each other and partying at the bookends. Arrive like a celebrity to the opening film of the 18th Annual Kamloops Film Festival on Thursday March 6 at 7:00pm. Come down to the Paramount Theatre: walk the red carpet, pose for the paparazzi and rub elbows with industry insiders. Tickets to the rockin’ festival closing party will be available at both selling locations in advance and in the theatre lobby during the festival. As always, anyone attending a KFF screening will need to have a KFS membership card. Cards will be available at the door. TRU students may use their Upass as a membership card. After the opening film, the musical documentary Oil Sands Karaoke on Thursday, March 6 at 7:00pm, a Q and A will follow at Hotel 540 with Charles Wilkinson (Director) and Rudy Buttignol (President and CEO of Knowledge Network, the Commissioning Producer of Oil Sands Karaoke). This is a film about Alberta’s infamous oil sands seen from a very unique point of view should spark a lot of questions. Following the Oil Sands Karaoke Q and A prepare to really hit the high notes. Guests are invited to eat complimentary appies, partake in the cash bar and sing their hearts out. In honour of the opening film, the KFF is having a rousing karaoke party of their own… so warm up those pipes! If I Had Wings (Saturday March 8 at 3pm), the family-friendly fea-
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ture, promises to be a family affair all around, as the multi talented Harmon family (and their friends) who all worked on the film, will be in attendance for the post screening Q and A. Oops Café has graciously offered their wonderful space to sip a tea or coffee after the screening of Gloria on Wednesday, March 12 at 7pm. The reviews of this film are fantastic and the themes thought provoking: both will certainly encourage an indepth discussion led by the KFF. It is important to the KFF Committee to give back to the community with their annual Film for a Cause offering. Though every year supports extremely worthwhile organizations, this year the cause is even nearer and dearer to theirhearts. In December, a friend and former KFF member was lost, Sharon Simpson. The KFF is directing the proceeds from this year’s screening of Finding Vivian Maier (Saturday, March 15 at 3pm) to the Sharon Simpson Nursing Scholarship at Thompson Rivers University. It was Sharon’s last wish that people donate to this worthwhile award supporting the next generation of nurses. KFF 2014 will conclude with “a romantic comedy about the least romantic thing possible”, That Burning Feeling on Saturday March 15 at 7pm. There will be a short Q and A to follow with producer/director Jason James. The Blackwell Hall at The Plaza Hotel promises to be a fabulous time to clink a glass filled with a complimentary beverage, mingle with other film festival-ites and get your dance on as one-man folk bank Windmills, an enormously talented performer out of Kelowna, entertains the crowd. Appies will be served and a cash bar will be open. Be the first to know about special guests, cool events, festival deals and more… Join the KFF on Twitter (@KamFilmFest) and Facebook (facebook.com/KamloopsFilmFestival) and visit their website at kamloopsfilmfest.ca.
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If you love Canadian and International films, then you don’t want to miss the Kamloops Film festival. The Echo has two tickets to the Festival to give away. The Kamloops Film Festival runs until March 9 and if you are the first person to call us at the office, you will get to attend one of the films for free! Give us a shout at 250-374-3246.
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Events to support youth and women ■■ Big Little Science Centre Speakers Series: March 27 at 7pm Dr. Naowarat ‘Ann’ Cheeptham on “Cure from the cave: cave microbiomes and their potential in drug discovery”. 655 Holt St. Free entry, doors at 6:30pm with Dr. Mila Kwiatkowski on “BIG Data and Small Data”. ■■ Chances - Mar. 7 James Wolf and special guest Kelly Spencer, Mar. 8 Serious Dogs Trio. FMI call 250-554-1030. Shows are 7 to 10pm. 1250 Halston Ave. ■■ Kamloops Community Garden Registration for plot availability on some of the eight gardens. Registration takes place on 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. ■■ International Women’s Day Potluck Lunch hosted by Kamloops Immigrant Services on Mar. 7 from 12 to 2pm at 448 Tranquille Rd. Everyone welcome, RSVP if you plan to come and that you bring a dish to share with everyone. FMI or to RSVP contact Coby Piazza at 778-4706101 or communityconnection@ kcris.ca ■■ Annual Tack Sale hosted by The Thompson Valley Pony Club on Mar. 8 from 9am to 2pm at the Barnhartvale Hall. Come down and do some spring shopping to get ready for this years riding season. FMI contact Tracy at gregntracy@shaw.ca. ■■ Fun Laughter Friends Social Group- Meet & Greet Coffee/Snack on March 2 at 11am.
SWEEPING SPECIALISTS - Canadian curlers have been playing to their full potential. We did well at the Olympics with both the men and women winning gold medals. Recently for Kamloops the Special Olympics team won silver at the regional qualifier in Kelowna. From left to right coach Corryn Brown, Danny Cleland, Andrea Gunderson, coach Robin Hans, Wayne Kulchyski, Robert Adolph, Megan Gourley, James Love and coach Ken Brown.
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 until 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 250-3746134. ■■ 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 250-3764777. ■■ 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 runs Tuesdays from 1 to 3pm until April 1 at Kamloops Immigrant Services, 448 Tranquille Rd. To register or FMI contact 778-470-6101. ■■ Diabetes Support Group meets the last Tues. of the month until May (March meeting will be held April 1) at 3pm at Riverbend Seniors Community, 760 Mayfair St. FMI contact Marg at 778-4708316.
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PISCES (Feb. 20-Mar. 20) Activities concerning taxes, insurance payoffs, government funding, and loans will likely be delayed, and maybe even denied. This is a good time to talk with your partner about issues concerning joint resources. ARIES (Mar. 21- April 20) If you have enemies, let them make the first move and you will be assured of ultimate victory over the issue. Old issues in your primary relationships may be surfacing. If so, consider it an opportunity to handle it with greater maturity this time. TAURUS (Apr. 21- May 21) While Mars is retrograde it is common to plateau on physical goals, such as weight loss, but it is temporary. Don’t let this plateau discourage you from what works. GEMINI (May 22-June 21) Newer romantic relationships may be put on hold for a few weeks. Somehow it just doesn’t feel like the right time to pursue a new love. CANCER (June 22-July 22) Because Mars rules machinery and tools of all kinds, there may be breakdowns of household gadgetry or vehicles that require repair. It is best to avoid buying new mechanical items while Mars is retrograding. LEO (July 23-Aug 22) Mars in this territory may represent the need to make repairs. Don’t ignore strange car noises. It is possible that you are irritated with siblings, roommates, or neighbors, but now is not the time to initiate. VIRGO (Aug. 23 -Sept. 23) You may feel absolutely compelled to purchase something expensive and impractical. It is more favourable to wait out the transit and see how you feel about it in late June. Meanwhile there may be more outgo than income, so use careful judgment about expenditures. LIBRA (Sept. 24 -Oct. 23) Your physical and libidinal energy may go into a dip for a while. You may be surprised to find that you have changed your mind about circumstances and people in your life. You haven’t lost your mind. Be honest about your need for a rest rather than leaving others hanging. SCORPIO (Oct. 24 - Nov. 22) You probably will not have the energy and drive to which you are accustomed. It will do little good to beat yourself up over this issue. Consider that Mars is asking you to slow down, just for a couple of months. Your mind needs time for reflection about your next direction. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23 -Dec. 21) You may be recognizing the need to back off or back out of some of your friendships and community associations during this period. At minimum you will be reassessing why you are involved and whether you wish to continue in the future. If your motive for pursuing these activities is merely habit, maybe you need a break. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22.- Jan. 20) You may have thought you were headed in one direction, and now suddenly you are shifting into neutral or reverse. If so, this period offers a message to think this one over for a while. You probably need a better foundation or a truer motive to move forward. AQUARIUS (Jan. 21 -Feb. 19) You likely will experience delays in activities concerning the law, education, publishing and travel. You may have to redo paperwork in order to accomplish the same thing in a different style or format. Horoscopes courtesy of astrologer Vivian Carol. For daily horoscopes go to horoscopesbyvivian.com
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