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Grown-ups play and kids win!

Capital One Race for Kids is presenting a community adventure race, urban style. On Saturday, June 6 at the John Tod Centre, located at 150 Wood Street, you will be given the chance to play and compete against other big kids at heart battling it out with super fun challenges while raising funds for all kids to enjoy the same opportunity. In over thirty communities across Canada, teams of four will compete in a series of ten checkpoints in an exciting team race to the finish line. Checkpoints are designed to focus the mind and challenge the body. But don’t let that intimidate you!

Your team of four big kids (adults aged 19+ and young at heart) will compete in themed challenges in a race to the finish line. Checkpoints will be designed to incorporate activities that focus the mind and challenge the body. Challenges are not based on athletic prowess or mental superiority but designed

for fun and building teamwork to determine the location of each that everyone can do. Think of checkpoint and you must finish all it as the perfect combination of ten in order to complete the race.

“The Amazing Race” and “Min- Nothing is more than three kilomeute to Win It”. Besides the thrill of ters away and if you plan wisely, friendly competition there will also your team shouldn’t need to travel be great cash prizes. This event more than seven kilometers. Each will be an unforgettable experience year there are brand new chalyou won’t want to miss! lenges that are kept top secret until At the start line, each team will the race day but each challenge is be provided with a race envelope unique and will be physical, mencontaining a map of the area and tal or strategic and designed for a a checkpoint clue sheet that re- fun experience. Once you complete a checkpoint, you will reveals ten checkpoints RSOE scattered - fr ear jan 25 2012.indd 1 around Kamloops. You and your ceive a token. When your team has teammates will decipher the clues successfully completed ten check-

point challenges, you will need to unscramble the tokens to complete the correct word. The winners of the race will be the first team with all four team members to reach the finish line with correct word.

Your team will have a choice of going off the racecourse to do an additional challenge that may unlock the treasures within The Mystery Box. If your team chooses to accept The Mystery Box challenge and successfully completes it, the team will be asked to pick one key from a bowl of other keys that may open The Mystery Box at the celebration party. If your team has the lucky key to unlock The Mystery Box it will reveal the secret prize. The only way to find out the value of the prize, which can range anywhere from $100 to $1,000 is to win!

With such a wide range of unique and exciting checkpoints designed to test limits with slightly physical, nearly intellectual, almost adventurous and hilari- continued on page 2

Thanks to all the teams who participated in last year’s Race for Kids. With the help of their sponsors, they raised over $25,000 for the Power Start program at the Boys and Girls Club of Kamloops.

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BCAA saddles up to transform Kamloops Therapeutic Riding Association People with physical and psychological disabilities, and at-risk youth who visit the Kamloops Therapeutic Riding Association centre (KTRA) will benefit from more access to horse riding and improved landscaping, thanks to a volunteer team from BCAA. The KTRA has been providing therapeutic horseback riding since 1988 and recently extended their services to include equine assisted therapy lessons to at-risk youth.

BCAA employees, including its CEO and other senior leaders from Burnaby, rallied at a special volunteer day event which provided the KTRA with over 75 hours of donated time, as well as building and landscape materials. The team undertook important renovations and improvements including the installation of new fencing to enable two riding sessions to run at the same time, and landscaping renovations including the planting of 30 cedar trees.

The event is part of an annual volunteer program which, this month, will see a total of over 150 BCAA employees tackle big community projects at four volunteer events across the province, focused on making lives better for kids and families in our province. BCAA employees donate hundreds more volunteer hours in their communities throughout the year thanks to a staff volunteering paid time off program.

“I’m excited about my time in Kamloops with my colleagues and all that we achieved together to help the Kamloops Therapeutic Riding Association continue

BCAA Volunteer Day crew builds fencing to give KTRA a second arena for disabled riders. (L - R) Paul Healey, CEO; Yvette Penner, Kamloops manager; Aqil Samuel, BCAA Penticton. Photo: Kent Wong

to deliver an incredibly valuable experience for its many visitors, including those with disabilities and at-risk youth,” says Paul Healey, president and CEO, BCAA. “Membership is Rewarding not just for our Members but for our

communities too. BCAA has a long, proud record of making a difference in communities across BC. Thanks to our Members for making our volunteer work possible.”

“The projects completed not only help to spruce up our facility with some hedging along the front of the property but the crew made a secondary arena usable so that we can offer more riders access to our programs,” says Alana Weaver, volunteer coordinator, Kamloops Therapeutic Riding Association.

“Thank you United Way, BCAA and TVR, your generosity will indeed make a huge impact on our organization for years to come!”

In Kamloops, BCAA maximized the impact for the KTRA by garnering support, donations, sponsorship and expertise from other local organizations. In particular, BCAA partnered with Kamloopsbased Thompson Valley Restoration DKI, which stepped up to donate cash, source materials, undertake pre-work, and provide safety equipment and volunteer carpenters.

BCAA and Thompson Valley Restoration DKI also wish to thank the following organizations for their involvement: United Way, Thompson Nicola for guidance and logistical support; and Home Hardware for providing tools and materials at cost.

For the month of May, BCAA is also donating $5 to local United Way charities each time it sells a new CAA Plus Membership.

For more information, visit bcaa. com/bcaagivesback or your local BCAA service location.

Help children have a healthy start every day by participating in Race for Kids – continued from page 1 ously humorous challenges is worth attending.

Challenges such as navigating the farmers’ market, riding a mechanical bull or a brand new challenge that is introduced each year, be ready for an awesome time. At the finish line, there will be a celebration party and awards ceremony to commemorate completion of the race. The first place team will receive $2,000 while second place gets $1,000 and third place will get $500. Several door prizes will be randomly drawn for and awarded to lucky participants and volunteers and each prize is valued between $100 and $750. Collect your door prizes at the celebration party after the race at 12:30 pm. This is a fundraiser so please remember your entrance fee and although everyone is welcome to participate that has a team there is a $360 fundraising minimum per

team to be eligible for any cash prizes. The top fundraiser in each Capital One Race for Kids event across the country will be awarded one return trip for two to any scheduled WestJet destination. Recipient is based on the amount of money raised as of Friday, June 5.

By participating in this year’s Capital One Race for Kids, you will help children in Kamloops have a healthy start every day. Funds raised will go directly to the Power Start program. This program is offered in partnership with local elementary schools and includes transportation from home to school for children and a nutritious, healthy breakfast. Over 18,055 breakfasts will be served during the 2014/15 school year funded entirely by the Power Start program. When school begins the children go to their classrooms ready to learn with a healthy snack for recess. The goal of this program is to alleviate any issues that pose

barriers for children to reach their full potential. This is achieved by supporting children and families with transportation to school, opportunities for inclusion with peers, fun activities, and nutritional food.

“But it’s much more than a breakfast club”, says Traci Anderson who is the Clubs’ executive director. As soon as the kids get on the bus they become immersed in a sense of community and the feeling that they belong and are cared for. “They have such a positive start to the day that the rest of the day takes care of itself,” she says.

The Boys and Girls Club of Kamloops has been providing valuable social recreational programming for children, youth and families in our community since 1955. For more event details check out their website at www. raceforkids.ca.

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Summer road construction This summer, several major road construction projects will be happening in Kamloops, including the Overlanders Bridge Rehabilitation and the Columbia Street Widening.

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These local riders (L-R) Colton (age nine), Zack (age eight), Cooper (age five), Wyatt (age eight) and Logan (age nine) were revvin’ and ready to go at the Kamloops BMX track this past week. Their moms were of course there lending their support. Way to go, boys!

Improve literacy with KPAL There are many people in our community that have difficulty with the daily demands of basic literacy. Low literacy creates to barriers to finding meaningful employment as well as making every day activities, such as banking, very difficult.

More than 40 per cent of

working age people in BC has difficulty with the everyday demands of reading writing and math.

Kamloops Partner Assisted Learning (KPAL) offers free one-to-one tutoring for adults in Kamloops. Volunteer tutors are matched with learners and help them reach their lit-

eracy goals, which can include homework help, acquiring basic literacy skills and learning how to create resumes. Time commitments are small, an hour a week, and flexible.

A training day is planned for Monday, May 25 from 9:00am to 4:00pm at the Henry Grube Centre and

Artists wanted for “Oh Canada!”

The Kamloops Arts Council’s new Oh Canada! Art Exhibition is a multi-day visual arts exhibit that celebrates our great country. The exhibition will take place Sunday, June 28 to Wednesday, July 1 at Heritage House. Culminating at Art in the Park / Canada Day celebrations at Riverside Park, with 30,000 people in attendance.

The focus of Oh Canada! is on the themes of Canada’s history, culture and identity, showcasing art from all nationalities and reflecting the rich fabric of our nation.

This exhibition is an excellent opportunity for artists to display and sell up to two pieces of 2D or 3D artwork in a highly visible indoor location at Heritage House.

(Community arts groups are permitted to enter a maximum of five pieces.) Artists

must be or become members of the Kamloops Arts Council.

The interpretation of the “Oh Canada!” theme can be as indirect or literal as the artist wishes - everything from Canadian landscapes, floral or wildlife to specific Canadian icons or multicultural references. Each work should be accompanied by a short statement that explains how the artwork fits the theme.

Deadline for entry is Saturday, May 30.

Entry information and guidelines can be accessed at www.kamloopsarts.ca.

May 30 is also the deadline for Art in the Park performers. Applications to perform “unplugged” music, dance and theatre at Art in the Park on Canada Day are now being accepted. Application forms may be accessed at www.kamloopsarts.ca.

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lunch will be provided. If you would like to volunteer for this program or if you know someone who could benefit from the program, please call Glenn Belanger, the coordinator, at 778-257-9223 or email him at kamloopspal@ gmail.com. All inquiries will be kept confidential.

New property information portal The City of Kamloops’ new property information portal is designed to make property information more convenient and accessible to the public.

Compiled in one easy location, the portal provides access to such information as assessment data, mapping, legal descriptions, transit and fire hall proximities, and even garbage collection schedules and zones.

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“Nooo!” he screamed, because he knew that no matter how good a mechanic tried to fix it, it never would be the same.

Finally, a cop came by, and the lawyer ran up to him yelling, “My Jaguar door was just ruined by some foolish driver!” he exclaimed. “You’re a lawyer aren’t you?” asked the policeman.

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Do I look that old?

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Have you ever been guilty of looking at others your own age and thinking, surely I can’t look that old?

I was waiting for my first appointment with a new dentist.

I noticed his diploma on the wall, which bore his full name.

Suddenly, I remembered a tall, handsome, dark-haired boy with the same name had been in my high school class some 30-odd years ago. Could he be the same guy that I had a secret crush on way back then?

Upon seeing him, however, I quickly discarded any such thought. This balding, grayhaired man with the deeply

lined face was way too old to have been my classmate. After he examined my teeth, I asked him if he had attended Morgan Park High School.

“Yes. Yes, I did. I’m a Mustang,” he gleamed with pride.

“When did you graduate?” I asked.

“In 1975. Why do you ask?”

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He looked at me closely. Then, that ugly, old, balding, wrinkled faced, fat-assed, gray-haired, decrepit son-of-a-gon asked: “What did you teach?”

The robber without a mask A bank robber wanted to keep his identity a secret, but he forgot to bring his mask. He told everyone in the bank not to look at him or he would shoot them.

One foolhardy customer sneaked a look and the bank

robber did what he said he would – he shot him. The robber asked the crowd if anyone else had seen his face.

One customer, gazing intently at the ground, said, “I think my wife got a glimpse.”

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DIABETES CONNECTION

Utilizing your pharmacist to optimize your diabetes management This is the eighty first article in or recommend alternatives if a a series of articles discussing type medication is not covered.

2 diabetes. With the incidence of Pharmacists offer a variety of diabetes being on the rise in our services to help optimize your diabetes management. population, at ManshaYou can book a medidi Pharmacy we have taken a great interest in cation review with your diabetes care and would pharmacist, which will be happy to answer any take an in depth look at your health condiquestions that you may tions and medications. have regarding the diThey will go over why agnosis, treatment, and management of diabetes you take each medicaand its related compli- HEALTH MATTERS tion, how you should be Laura Burgess cations. taking it, and any safety Pharmacist, CDE As I mentioned in a (Certified Diabetic Educator) information concerning previous article having it such as side effects your pharmacist involved in your to monitor for or drug/food interdiabetes management has been actions. During this session, your shown to help decrease your A1c pharmacist will also review any by up to 1.8%. Research has also supplements or over the counter demonstrated that regular pharma- medications that you take to encist involvement can significantly sure that they are safe, effective, reduce the number of Emergency and necessary for you. Your pharDepartment visits and hospitaliza- macist is able to identify any actual tions in diabetic patients. With or potential problems or concerns pharmacists being one of the most with your current medication manaccessible healthcare providers, agement ranging from coverage who are well educated in all areas issues, side effects, unnecessary of diabetes care, isn't it time you drug therapy, or missing drug thermade sure you are utilizing all the apy and make recommendations services that they provide to help to your doctor to resolve them. manage your diabetes? In this ar- Other services offered by your ticle I would like to highlight these pharmacist include blisterpackservices in order to increase aware- ing of medications to make taking ness as to how your pharmacist them easier, providing new blood can help you optimize your diabe- glucose monitors to ensure your testing is accurate, and helping you tes management.

Pharmacists receive education with managing insulin.

I hope that this review of the and training on blood glucose monitoring and targets, lifestyle clinical services that your pharmodifications including diet and macist can offer you has helped to exercise, medication manage- enlighten you as to what a valuable ment in diabetes, including both member we are as part of your diaoral agents and insulin, and moni- betes healthcare team. As I have toring, preventing, and treating discussed before, living with a complications of diabetes such as chronic condition such as diabetes cardiovascular disease, peripheral can be overwhelming at times, so neuropathy (nerve damage), and please make sure you are utilizing hypoglycemia (low blood sugars). your pharmacist in order to receive Additionally, we are well versed in the care and support you need to medication coverage and can help properly manage your diabetes.

Laura Burgess, B.Sc. Pharm., your doctor apply for special authority coverage with BC Pharma- Certified Diabetes Educator and care for your medication if needed Pharmacist, Manshadi Pharmacy

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The Tranquille Road entry ramp onto the bridge will remain closed to regular traffic, with priority access for emergency vehicles, transit and school buses. To assist with priority access, traffic control personnel are stationed at both ends of the Tranquille Road entry ramp onto the bridge, as well as near the traffic signal at the south end of the bridge.

Motorists are asked to obey all traffic control devices and traffic control personnel. Please remember that the traffic control personnel play a vital role in helping to protect the traveling public and are crucial for guiding traffic safely and efficiently through the construction site. Thank you for your patience!

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■■ Feed the Valley BBQ on May 24 from 11am to 1pm in the Riverbend Valley First, north parking lot, 760 Mayfair St. All proceeds going to the Kamloops Food Bank.

■■ Batchelor Heights Community Yard Sale on May 24 from 9am to 2pm. Come join the community of Batchelor Heights for awesome yard sales, good deals and a great view.

■■ Free Movie Night on May 25 at 7pm at the North Shore Community Centre, 730 Cottonwood Ave. Movie to be decided closer to date. FMI call 250-376-4777.

■■ Ukrainian Pyrohy Dinner Fundraiser on May 29 from 6 to 8pm at the Odd Fellows and Rebekahs Hall, 423 Tranquille Rd. Fundraiser sponsored by the Pokotillo Ukrainian Dance Ensemble. For reservations call 250-374-5734 or email hoyabyrd@gmail.com.

■■ The Wildlife Express Volunteer Society is looking for new members to help operate the “Wildlife Express” train at the BC Wildlife Park. People needed for helping to run or maintain the train, perform cashier duties or assist with track maintenance.

FMI call 250-579-8938 or email emrobinson@telus.net.

■ Pyrohu Suppers on the last Fri. of each month from 5 to

7pm at the Ukrainian Orthodox Church, 1044 8th St. Tickets at the door. FMI call 250-5788266 or 250-376-1978.

■■ Sushi and Udon Lunch on fourth Friday each month (except July and August) at the Japanese Cultural Centre, 160 Vernon Ave. Call to book your lunch at 250-376-9629.

■■ 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. Great atmosphere, have a burger and try the hand cut fries.

■■ Meet An Elder on Wednesdays from 9am to 4:30pm at Lii Michif Otipemisiwak Family and Community Services, 707 Tranquille Rd. RSVP to 250554-9486. Free.

■ Army and Navy Club Events: Monday Crib at 1:30pm, Tuesday Bingo at 4:30pm, Wednesday Senior’s Darts 55+ from 1:30 to 4pm, Friday Fun with Karaoke at 7:30pm. Support local charities on Saturday and Sunday Meat Draws starting at 3pm. Army and Navy Club, #9-177 Tranquille Rd. FMI call 250-554-2455.

■■ Jigging Classes on Tuesdays at Lii Michif Otipemisiwak Family and Community Services, 707 Tranquille Rd. Children’s class from 4 to 4:30pm.

Adult Class from 5 to 6:30pm.

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echo stargazer Dear Taurus: (Apr. 21 - May 21) You’re naturally blessed with one of the beautiful voices in the zodiac. It’s peaceful, calm and spellbinding but you have a tendency to hold back. This week allow yourself to try something new by letting your heart speak freely and uncensored.

Dear Gemini: (May 22 - June 21) A boost of energy arrives just in time to get your health and self-esteem back on track. You’ve taken a back seat to the needs of others and it’s time to look after yourself. Perhaps a trip to the day spa is all you’ll need. Money arrives in the mail.

Dear Cancer: (June 22 - July 22) Sometimes the skeletons stay in the closet and sometimes they seem to walk out all on their own. This week you’ll enter a cycle where the past just won’t leave you alone. Have confidence in your decision to move forward.

Dear Leo: (July 23 - Aug 22) Someone has a secret crush on you and they’d like to let you know. It could be from your past or someone new with a good poker face. Either way, you’re going to keep everything private until you get it sorted out.

Dear Virgo: (Aug. 23 - Sept. 23) Love is waiting in a social setting so it’ll be a fun week for networking. A short temper and a lack of preparation give rise to challenges in the workplace. Default to a higher authority for the best solutions.

Dear Libra (Sept. 24 - Oct. 23) A new attitude is growing quickly with answers to your new awakenings but forcing your opinion on others will only cause a rift. Focus on your best self as you enter the spotlight at work and simply let the new you shine.

Dear Scorpio: (Oct. 24 - Nov. 22) You’ve been in home and family mode for a while now as you build the foundation for your next seven-year cycle.

This has helped with the career but hurt in love. Don’t let go of anything just because of a few bumps. Travel is in the cards if you’d like to say hello.

Dear Sagittarius: (Nov. 23 -Dec. 21) Short tempers have you wondering if your latest romance is worth the stress. The bigger picture says it’s only temporary bumps on a beautiful road. A surprise inheritance is on the way.

Dear Capricorn: (Dec. 22 - Jan. 20) You’re rushing around just to meet the demands of the day. This is causing tempers to be short and accidents to surprise. Even though communication is generally cloudy for everyone right now, you’ll be able to get your message across in love.

Dear Aquarius: (Jan. 21 - Feb. 19) Everyone else might be in a rush but you’re focused and calm. This is giving you the confidence to keep going on a creative project. Go for a hike with someone special and a little spark could signal the magic you’ve been waiting for.

Dear Pisces: (Feb. 20 - Mar. 20) Children and playfully inspired creativity fill your week with laughter and joy. Yes, there are nagging problems around the home but the deeper waters of trusted family and friends will calm the days.

Let your inner child come out and play and love will welcome you into a bigger spotlight.

Dear Aries: (Mar. 21 - April 20) The New Moon gives money one last push in your direction. Take advantage of the signs and use the good fortune as a stepping-stone towards new goals. Details need attention but the bigger picture requires both understanding and patience.

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SAFETY/BALANCE

EYE HEALTH

PEOPLE WITH MILD HEARING LOSS(25dB) ARE

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VISION HELPS YOU IDENTIFY WHERE A SOUND IS COMING FROM.

more likely to have a history of falling. Every additional 10 decibels of hearing loss increases the chances of falling by 1.4 times.

HYPERTENSION

THERE IS A SIGNIFICANT ASSOCIATION BETWEEN HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE AND UNTREATED HEARING LOSS.

Hypertension can be an accelerating factor of hearing loss in older adults.

OBESITY HIGHER BODY MASS INDEX (BMI) AND LARGER WAIST CIRCUMFERENCE ARE ASSOCIATED WITH INCREASED RISK OF HEARING LOSS IN WOMEN.

If you have vision and hearing loss, your ability to target sound location is compromised. The amplification from hearing aids helps compensate for the vision loss.

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HEART HEALTH

THE INNER EAR IS EXTREMELY SENSITIVE TO BLOOD FLOW.

Studies show that a healthy cardiovascular system – a person’s heart, arteries and veins – has a positive effect on hearing. Inadequate blood flow and trauma to the blood vessels of the inner ear can contribute to hearing loss.

SMOKING CURRENT SMOKERS HAVE A 70% HIGHER RISK OF HAVING HEARING LOSS THAN NONSMOKERS.

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