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12 Days of Giving spreads cheer throughout Kamloops
Thompson Community Service member and participant Jason Janke and worker Tammy White are ready for this year’s 12 Days of Giving.
a treat, not only for the community, but also for local shelter—they’ll also be surprising participants and support staff. “It’s a chance to people with a peppermint fresh candy cane say thank you, offer a helping hand and connect bomb in local parks! with their community in a way that they never No gesture is too small; the acts of kindhad before,” says Megan Humphrey, commu- ness brighten the days of the both the giver and receiver. nity services manager. Participants will hand out TCS provides individualized, innovative tokens at Erwin’s Bakery, and inspired approach to community care share handmade and support services. Within the Kamloops region, a wide Christmas deconumber of programs are available for rations, hand out sandadults with developmental disabilities. wiches on the The TCS offers training and counseling street, collect for families, as well as personalized and donate planning sessions, foster parent supitems for port and provide caregiver staffing. Community Inclusion services helps foster interactive connections to the community. The Community Inclusion Program recently moved into a bright new location on the North Shore. The new space includes a kitchen and activity area for recreation and leisure activities where members build upon their life skills and social relationships. The staff and members of the North Shore community Inclusion Programming are excited to get to know their neighbours and connect with other businesses in the area. Employment Services support individuals - continued on page 2
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The second annual 12 Days of Giving has quickly become one of the favourite events of the Thompson Community Service’s (TCS) yearly programming. Megan Seery, TCS employment counselor, describes the “whole hearted” event as an “opportunity to get TCS supported individuals together, so they can give back to a community that has been so generous to them.” TCS encourages their clients to collaborate on random acts of kindness, connect with the community, engage with others and share their hobbies and crafts. It’s an uplifting experience for all involved, “it’s not only the generosity and kindness that our individuals displayed to community members, but it’s also the [positive] responses from the community,” Megan says. Between November 25 and December 12, 12 Days of Giving will be focused on spreading Christmas cheer and a charitable spirit through gifts and gestures “to the marginalized populations and other community organizations.” The 12 Days of Giving initiative is
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Chili cook-off
Ken Freeman, a Cold War Veteran, serves as a Chili Judge at the Eagles Club Remembrance Day celebrations this past November 11. Several chili’s were available with prizes for best tasting bowl. The Kamloops Rube Band and the Kamloops Pipe Band played to a packed club as crowds enjoyed performances.
Richmond Avenue reopens The City has announced that the upgrade work on Richmond Avenue is substantially complete. The project, which started in July, consisted of: new water main tie-ins; storm sewer catch basins and sanitary sewers; new street lighting; road reconstruction; sidewalk on the north side and curb and gutter on the south side; and driveway and boulevard restoration.
Richmond Avenue is now reopened to traffic. There may continue to be periods of single-lane alternating traffic during the next three weeks to accommodate minor restoration work. The project was completed on time and under budget, thanks to the solid efforts and hard work of the contractor and City staff.
Getting together to give back – continued from front every set of the way; identifying goals and challenges, determining skills and abilities, and devising plans. TCS helps build resumes, fill out applications, arranges interviews, meet with employers and assist with any negotiations. Once the job is secured, TCS assist with job shadowing, coaching, on-site training, monitoring and support. The home-sharing program
Snow has arrived and Kamloops RCMP reminds drivers to be road-ready and weather-wise. Stay alert: Weather conditions can change quickly, placing extra demands on your vehicle and your driving skills. Keep your focus on the road and on other vehicles. Eliminate all distractions and make sure you are well rested. Watch for black ice. Slow down when approaching icy areas such as shaded areas, bridges and overpasses as these sections of road freeze sooner than others in cold weather. Slow down: Drop your speed to match road conditions. Keep a safe distance between you and the vehicle in front of you to avoid having to brake suddenly on a slippery surface. The posted speed is the maximum, speed under ideal conditions. In winter, it is safer to drive below the posted speed. No matter how much experience you have, the way your car will move on snow or ice always has an element of unpredictability. Stay in control: Make sure you know how to handle your vehicle in all weather conditions. Accelerate and brake slowly. When starting from a stop on slick roads, start slowly and accelerate gradually to maintain traction and avoid spinning your wheels. When stopping plan well in advance, apply the brakes gently and slowly add pressure rather than braking suddenly. See and be seen. It is critical for drivers to see and be seen in low light conditions, and when blowing snow impairs visibility. Always drive with your headlights on. When approaching winter maintenance vehicles from behind, slow down, stay back and be patient. Prepare your vehicle for winter. It’s time to put on the winter tires. Remember to check tire air pressure frequently throughout the winter as it decreases in cold weather. Make sure you have sufficient windshield washer fluid in the reservoir that is rated a minimum of -40 C temperature range. Keep an extra jug in your vehicle. Clear snow and ice from the roof, hood, trunk and all windows, lights and mirrors. After starting your vehicle, wait for the fog to clear from the interior of the windows so you will have good visibility all around. Keep your fuel tank sufficiently full – at least half a tank is recommended. Keep a winter survival kit in your vehicle.
matches caregivers and residents that makes their fullest potential members and staff throughout that best suit meet their individu- easier to reach, the TCS has the community!” alized needs. programming for all individual Thompson Community Independent Living Program needs, so that all people may Services is located at 102 - 1450 is designed for individuals who lead rich and full lives. Pearson Place and for more are on their own, but by no Giving is good for the heart, information, contact 250-828means alone. Residents have soul and “the emotional ben- 1508 or email reception@tcsinfo. a support system—caregiv- efit is enormous—creating ca. Check out the website for a ers ensure that daily practices, and giving presents, making full list of programming, www. errands, appointments, social people smile, brightening day tcsinfo.ca/ or follow TCS engagements employment and with heartfelt gestures and sur- Thompson Community Services transportation are handled. prises,” says Megan. “Keep on Facebook. By offering supportive services your eyes open for the TCS Alicia Ashcroft, freelance
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Arthur Hatton Elementary hosted their first ever craft fair on Sunday, November 20 with 39 booths filled with homemade items and home based businesses. They even had Santa (Kiera Moss) and Mrs. Claus (Kaylee Moss) helping out with the concession!
Freudian Slips want to take you to the Dark Side Grab your lightsabers and Light Side of the Force set a long blasters, The Freudian Slips are time ago in a galaxy far, far away. presenting a new full-length The show will take place at improvised show this December: The Stage House Theatre, 422 Star Wars Improv! Tranquille Road on December 3. Dress up as your favourite Star Doors open at 7:30 pm and the Wars character and come out for a show starts at 8:00 pm. The show night of laughter and witness a hilari- is appropriate for ages 16 and up. ous battle between the Dark Side and Tickets are $15 and are available
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New peer group supports those with diverse abilities Krystian Shaw, founder as relationships, health, Abilities’ group page. to break down barriers, of the Kamloops Self- accessibility and much Krystian and Lisa hope to reduce stigma and create Advocate newsletter, and more. It is an inviting and make an impact in people’s a network of support. The Lisa Coriale are hosting a inclusive environment. lives by creating space for Peer Supporting Peers suppeer support group for all The peer support people to connect and let- port group meets on the people with all types of group is an initiative ting them know they are third Monday of the month diverse abilities. Diverse between the Kamloops not alone. They also hope at Desert Gardens. abilities are a new term to Self-Advocate and New acknowledge that we all Horizons Professional have different abilities. It is Support Services. It is free a term created and used by to attend and no referral individuals with disabilities. is required, but space is This group meets in a limited so you must preTell us what you think about the issues on safe and accepting space register. To register, conthe North Shore. Let us echo your thoughts to connect and share tact 250-572-6009 or on and ideas with your neighbours. We are your experiences and ideas on Facebook at ‘Advocating newspaper in your neighbourhood. important issues, such for People with Diverse
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Debt Sentences and the Roaring Twenties the majesty of exotic dance. During my husband’s immigration process, we both had to list all the places Student loans certainly seemed like a we had lived in the past five to ten years. good idea at the time. As a young, creative, Jeepers creepers, who can recall the exact self-absorbed drifter who happened to fit in address of that place you crashed for six well with academia, eight years of school months when you were 23? Not me. and part time work dominated the scope From high school to adulthood Benjaof my twenties. A savings account was a min had lived in Hamilton, New Zealand. mythological concept; a financial unicorn. He lived with a few mates and it had There was enough for all the essentials: PERFECTLY been a revolving door of a core group of tuition, wine, food, travel, clothing, weird FABULOUS friends as tenants in a few houses over thrift store knickknacks, kitschy coffee Alicia Ashcroft the years. Quite simple. A to B to C. mugs and dusty records. Who needs an RRSP? I’m going to be young forever! My story is a little more complex: Z to Having to pay back student loans was like imagQ to Y…if his life is “Times New Roman”, mine is more like “Wingdings”, that useless font where let- ining your own demise, it’s too far away to fathters are nonsensical symbols. I was like the Littlest om…and then suddenly the Grim Reaper, aka, the Hobo, just roaming from town to town depending on National Student Loan Service, comes a calling and the kindest of strangers willing to throw me a bone. it’s all: ALREADY? Not yet!! I’m too young, too I called my mother, who had received my mail off beautiful, I’m not readyyyyy! Fruitless cries muffled and on for a solid decade. Luckily she had kept track as they drag you straight to repayment hell. of all my addresses. The scary thing was, I couldn’t Upon reflection of my youthful choices, my reacquite remember all those places. Not clearly anyhow. tion ranges from a wrinkled nose to a full body shiver. In truth, I have endured some rather dire conditions All those times that I should have been prepared but for the sake of little or no rent. It was all about jump- wasn’t, the times I should have listened but didn’t ing to the next lily pad and trying not to drown. and all those times I could have been a much, much Which brought up the question “How did you make better friend and couldn’t. I could have been more your money when you were in university?” How financially responsible and better organized in genelse? Student loans and waitress tips. I came into a bit eral. But you know…I was busy, distracted, learning of money a couple of times, but eventually it depletes and growing up. Who can keep track of time and like snow in the hot sun or sugar in the rain. money? Not me. Not then at least. Your twenties act If I had a time machine I’d head straight over to as a second teenager-hood, a time to burn that mother early-twenties Alicia—get a gym membership and down and build it back up again—righting wrongs, dance lessons, and pay for my education through reconciling regrets and saving up for the future.
Travel numbers at Kamloops Airport Kamloops Airport announced the traveler numbers for the month of October as compared to the same period in the previous year with a decrease of 9.5 per cent in monthly travelers and no change in year to date travelers. As Kamloops Airport have seen in previous months, October continued a fall off of the Northern Alberta market as the economic consequences are seen from both the wildfire in Fort McMurray and the downturn in the oil and gas sector. The New Leaf service lessened the impact on traveler numbers offering inexpensive flights between Edmonton and Victoria with a stopover in Kamloops. A major project to rehabilitate the eastern portion of the main apron is nearing completion for 2016 work. The Province of BC is funding 75 per cent the work under the BC Air Access program. Aircraft are now using the completed portion. Work to complete the eastern portion of apron will get under way in April 2017 with completion by the end of May.
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Discover the World of IT at Henry Grube Centre The Discover the World in Technology Society is hosting the fourteenth annual handson workshop, Discovering the World of IT (DWIT), focusing on the benefits of a career in IT. Originally this event was a one-day workshop known as “Women in IT” and was focused around female students, presenters and mentors. Today, due to popular demand, the technology focused event has grown to be more inclusive of all students in grades eight to ten, including students from Kamloops and surrounding areas. Students will be connected to professionals from the community who work in all manners of IT roles through interactive workshops and mentoring. People currently working in IT giving students a practical and hands on opportunity present the workshops. The goal of this one day workshop, that is held once per day
over November 22 and 23 at the Henry Grube Education Centre, is to focus on the benefits of a career in IT and encourage students to enroll in math, science and technology courses. The volunteers have set the stage for a fun, exciting and interesting event that encourages students to keep their minds open to the sciences, math and information technology. The sessions will include such activities as computer programming, post-production film technology, introduction to robotics and 3D modeling. A highlight of the day will be the ‘lunch with mentors’. Numerous IT professionals from the community have enthusiastically volunteered to sit-down with these students and share their experiences and the path that brought them to their role in IT. For more information, please visit the website at: http://dwit. sd73.bc.ca/.
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Mayfair Manor You won’t believe what you see! (250) 682-4378 or info@theriverbend.ca NOW OPEN When Fred told his family he was selling the house
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www.theriverbend.ca door to RiverBend) and moving to RiverBend, they were thrilled. Theircost. 760 Mayfair Street (next environment at a very affordable SHOW SUITE NOW OPEN! Dad would never• 3be lonely he• Weekly couldhousekeeping take excellent dailyand meals • Telephone • TV • Internet advantage of the meal and housekeeping options. • Media, activity and exercise rooms Call us at 250-376-6536 or drop in to arrange a tour What Fred failed to mention were his plans for MANOR Mayfair Street • North Shore Kamloops • www.rivercityseniors.ca hitting the road 760 from time to time – care free.
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Haven’t they left yet? - With warmer weather than usual, the Canadian Geese soak up the sun at McArthur Park on November 15.
■■ Excelsior Rebekah Lodge events: Dec. 5- hall society meeting at 7:30pm; Dec. 11- joint Christmas dinner at 5:30pm; Dec. 13- lodge Christmas party at 7:30pm; Dec. 19- PNG meeting at 7:30pm. FMI call Beverlee at 250-374-0949. ■■ MS Society of Canada Kamloops Chapter holiday lunch at North Shore Holiday Inn on Dec. 7 at 12pm. To purchase tickets contact Sherry at 1-800268-7582 extension 7299 or email sherry.wezner@mssociety. ca by November 28. Donations of door prizes are also appreciated. ■■ Metis Jigging on the first
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ATTENTION: All Members FOE Aerie 3453 Final Reading, Motion and Vote, to adopt revised ‘By Laws’. This will be held on Monday, November 28, 2016 at the Aerie meeting at 7:00 pm. Your attendance is requested.
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Wed. of the month from 7 to in fee covers gym rental and bad8:30pm at the Parkview Activ- minton birds. FMI call Robert at ity Centre, 500 McDonald Ave. 250-579-0193. Everyone welcome. Join the Two Rivers Metis Soci- ■■ Donations Wanted of old/ The Echoand is delivered free for thetoenjoyment of and ety for dancing, laughing damaged bras be repaired businesses and their customers. If you’d like to fun! All ages welcome. FMI call passed on to those in need. FMI please pick one up at: Donna at 250-574-2806.take a copy home, call Grace at 250-554-1065. ■■ Social Ballroom Dancing on Thurs■■ Meet An Branch Elder #52 Royalfor Canadian Legion terrified beginners to experienced days 4:30pm at Lii Zack’s Coffee & from Tea • 9am CaffetoMotivo dancers in the Dogwood Room, Michif Otipemisiwak Family The Grind • Blenz Coffee Cottonwood Manor, 730 Cotton- Frankly and Community Services, 707 Coffee wood Ave. on Thursdays. Lesson Tranquille Rd. RSVP to 250All proceeds are donated to charity! at 6:30pm. Dance 7 to 9pm. Drop- 554-9486. Free. in fee. FMI contact Dance With ■■ Variety and Line Dancing Me Kamloops at 250-377-3743 on Tuesdays from 3 to 4pm at the or dancewithmekamloops.com North Shore Community Centre, ■■ Badminton at the OLPH gym 730 Cottonwood Ave. Drop in fee at 7pm on Tues nights. Small drop required. FMI call 250-376-4777.
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■■ Chances - Live entertainment from 8 to 11pm. Nov. 25- Spoiled Beats, Nov. 26- Lindsay May. Jam Night every Wed. from 8 to 11pm. 1250 Halston Ave. ■■ Big Little Science Centre Nov. 26- Magnetism Show at 11am and 1:30pm. Exploration Room is open 10am to 4pm with over 140 different exhibits to enjoy. 655 Holt Street. FMI visit blscs.org. ■■ A Streetcar Named Desire on Nov. 18, 19, 24, 25 and 26 at 8pm and Nov. 19 at 2pm at the Stage House Theatre, 422 Tranquille Rd. Presented by the Kamloops Players Society. Tickets available at kamloopslive.ca or at the door. FMI contact 250-554-2388 or kamloopsplayers@hotmail.com. ■■ Pyrohy Suppers on Nov. 25 from 5 to 7pm at Ukrainian Orthodox Church, 1044 8th St. Tickets at the door. FMI call 250-578-8266 or 250-376-1978. ■■ Elvis and Roy Orbison Christmas Show on Nov. 26 at 8pm at ANAVET Club, 177 Tranquille Rd. Door prizes, raffles, money draws and more. Supports BC Wounded Warriors First esponders Foundation. Tickets available online at thecdnbluemoon.ca or by calling 250-319-0402. ■■ Grey Cup Party on Nov. 27 at the Eagles Club, 755 Tranquille Rd. Grey Cup pool and snacks. FMI call 250-376-4633. ■■ Freudian Slips: Star Wars Improv on Dec. 3 at 8pm at the Stage House Theatre, 422 Tranquille Rd. Tickets available at www.chimeratheatre.com/tickets or cash at the door.
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It’s popping up penguins A man was walking down the street, followed by six penguins. A police officer saw the man and asked him, “What are you doing with those six penguins?” The man replied, “That’s just it, Officer. I don’t know what to do with them.” The police officer shakes his head and said, “Why don’t you take them to the zoo?!?” The man agrees
that this is a great idea. Well, the very next day, the same police officer sees the man and he still has the six penguins following him. However, the penguins are now wearing sunglasses. The police officer calls the man over and says, “I thought I told you to take those penguins to the zoo!” The man says, “Yes sir, I did. And we had so much fun, today we’re going to the beach!”
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Dear Sagittarius: (Nov. 23 -Dec. 21) Get to the gym. The spotlight will be arriving shortly and your going to want to look your best. Keep your eyes open for a very big score in the financial arena. Dear Capricorn: (Dec. 22 - Jan. 20) You’re currently attracting love and admiration but finances are raising some questions. Just when you thought you were finally finished and ready to move on, a light shines once again on your past. Dear Aquarius: (Jan. 21 - Feb. 19) That secret affair has the potential to change your life if you let it. Friends may currently be difficult but at least one of them is working behind the scenes to make your life better. Dear Pisces: (Feb. 20 - Mar. 20) Friends to the rescue! You’ve been remarkably successful at championing your own cause but you can only do so much by yourself. It’s time to rally the troops and seek the assistance of your social network. Dear Aries: (Mar. 21 - April 20) Foreign shores become highlighted as vacation plans come into view. Love smiles as your social circle and public life continue to expand. Bumps in the road lead to a surprise business proposal. Dear Taurus: (Apr. 21 - May 21) Sharing becomes a challenge that can impact your finances. Tending the store for extended hours has filled you with pride but it doesn’t necessarily mean you own the goods. Wisdom arrives from an exotic source. Dear Gemini: (May 22 - June 21) Attraction uncovers a financial opportunity you may have missed. New light is shining on an old love. It’s time for a second chance. Dear Cancer: (June 22 - July 22) Love potentials continue to call but it’s a battle between fun and finishing the chores. Budget your time and you should be able to please your tightening schedule. Joint finances cause fits. Dear Leo: (July 23 - Aug 22) It may feel like the world is currently against you but this will pass in two weeks. Stick to your plans and keep meeting new faces. Have patience; your journey has just begun. Dear Virgo: (Aug. 23 - Sept. 23) An abundance of energy becomes available to plan your next journey but love is favouring a second look at the one you’re currently on. Home problems reach a head and it’s time to take action. Dear Libra (Sept. 24 - Oct. 23) Luck is favouring all things Libra but don’t go crazy at the casino. Home and family bring unexpected rewards. Team up with someone close and bring a creative project to life. Dear Scorpio: (Oct. 24 - Nov. 22) Reach out and ask. An innocent conversation leads to an entirely new and prosperous adventure if you’re savvy enough to catch on. Watch your finances and don’t overspend. Restraint will be required. Astro-week Sonnyscopes courtesy of Collin Sonny Rosati, Vancouver Astrologer, Hypnotist. For personal readings visit thesunnyside.net.
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