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The power of music reflects spiritual work Kamloops will get a feel for a bigger army than what it is used to when the Cariboo Hill Temple Band and Songsters perform their first concert in Kamloops on October 13 at 7:00pm. Major Sharleen McTaggart of the Salvation Army Kamloops spoke of the excitement being generated by the visiting musicians. “We are really looking forward to this. There are not many opportunities for our residents to experience a brass band.” Sharleen adds, “They are very unique and professional.” The 61 virtuosos of the Cariboo Hill Temple Band and Songsters hail from the Lower Mainland and each gives of his or her time and talent for the ministry. They have traveled all over North America participating in World Fairs as well as marching in the Pasadena Rose Festival Parade. They have visited cities along the west coast from Juneau to San Diego. This musical fellowship continues to participate in many community events throughout Vancouver and the Lower Mainland with their unique way of proclaiming “Music with a Message”. The brass band tradition was born during England’s Industrial Revolution. By the end of the 1800s, brass bands had developed to the current instrumentation of cornets, flugel horn, tenor horns, baritones, trombones, euphoniums, basses and percussion. It was the Salvation Army that first brought the music to North America with the purpose of serving as an instrument to proclaim the gospel. Kamloops’ seniors will enjoy the popular group’s diverse expressions as visits to local nursing homes have been arranged and the

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Presented by Salvation Army Kamloops, the Cariboo Hill Temple Band and Songsters will perform their first concert in Kamloops on October 13 in support of the Salvation Army Christmas campaign.

worship and fellowship will continue when the band and songsters set the mood and enhance the message by playing a special program for the Salvation Army Kamloops’ Sunday morning service. Their concert repertoire consists of orchestral works, featured soloists, marches, medleys, and hymn tune arrangements. Proceeds from ticket sales will go to the Salvation Army Christmas campaign to fund their Family Services department and other programs such as the bread line, camps for kids, the coat program and various counselling services and workshops. The Salvation Army bell ringers and Christmas kettles will go out

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on November 15, marking the only time of year that the organization actively fundraises. Sharleen predicts the band will play for a full house and advises to reserve your seat in advance for this much anticipated debut performance. The concert will be held at the Kamloops Christian School, 750 Cottonwood Avenue, in the theatre. Tickets must be purchased in advance as there is seating available for 125 concert-goers. Call 250-554-1611 for ticket information. Hear it to believe it on October 13 and support the Salvation Army Kamloops’ proud history of compassion. Jody Tippett

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BCMA Conference to close with Secwépemc event The Kamloops Museum is hosting this year’s British Columbia Museums Association Conference, which is scheduled from October 17 to 20. Delegates come from all over British Columbia and represent a cross section of the provinces’ vibrant community of museums, art galleries and heritage sites. The conference theme is Rendezvous - “All Together Now” which underlines the need of the heritage and arts sector to meet and exchange ideas and strategize for the future.

Building on the success of the 2012 Bicentennial event, the Kamloops Museum and the Tk’emlúps te Secwépemc have partnered once again to commemorate their shared history, by closing the conference with an event at the Secwépemc Museum and Heritage Park on Saturday, October 20. The event will include guided tours of the Secwépemc Museum; a tour of the heritage park including performances in traditional pit houses; a tour of the residen-

tial school; and interactive performances by the Sagehill drummers and dancers in the completely renovated ‘Moccasin Square Gardens’, the wall-to-wall cedar gym. Finishing off the day is a gourmet feast of locally caught salmon. This event is open to the public at a cost of $35, which includes admission, entertainment and lunch. Registration is available at museumsassn.bc.ca, as well as by cash or cheque at the Kamloops Museum.

City of Kamloops Social Planning Grants Call for Applicants

The City of Kamloops invites interested non-profit organizations to submit applications for the 2013 Social Planning Grants. Kamloops City Council allocates $70,000 annually for local community initiatives through the Social Planning Grants. These grants are allocated at the beginning of every year after a thorough evaluation process facilitated by staff on recommendation by the Social Planning Council. The number of applications received each year from nonprofit agencies or societies ranges from 15 to 25 applications, and of the $70,000 in funds available for

allocation, $10,000 is specifically designated to seniors’ initiatives. Applications are considered on an annual basis and separate from previous years. Submission of an application does not guarantee funding support. For more information on the Social Planning Council visit kamloops.ca/socialdevelopment/ socialplan/council.shtml Activities utilizing the funding must adhere to the principles of the City of Kamloops Social Plan and City of Kamloops Sustainability Plan; strengthen and enhance the well-being of our community; promote vol-

unteering, where appropriate; address social concerns; improve the community’s ability to identify needs and to implement selfhelp programs; promote cultural understanding; partner with other service providers in the community; be well publicized in the community; and occur within the City of Kamloops. For full application details including application forms and the Kamloops Social Plan please visit kamloops.ca/socialdevelopment and click on the Social Planning Grants link. For more information, please contact Jennifer Casorso, Recreation Supervisor - Social

Flash mob celebrates seniors

National Seniors Day was October 1 and each Seniors’ Facility in Kamloops was invited to participate in a Flash Mob Dance Event. Kamloops Downtown Business Association paired up each of the groups with a local business in the downtown core. As the clock struck 2:00pm the seniors broke out in dance and moved and grooved with their favourite dance moves! Residents of Kamloops Renaissance Retirement Residence participated in the flash mob and danced to Singing in the Rain at the Valley First Credit Union on Seymour Street. After the dancing was over, The Plaza Hotel welcomed the dancers for an afternoon of tea and goodies in their ballroom. Each facility showcased their extraordinary dance moves in a fun competition with other Senior Facilities. Pictured are (L-R) Gloria Fraser, Ruth Armstrong and Ruth Kaatz.

and Community Development at jcasorso@kamloops.ca or 250828-3758. Application deadline is November 13 at 4:00 pm.

Centennial Park Plaque unveiling The City of Kamloops and the Westsyde Community Development Society recognized the many visionaries who helped found Westsyde Centennial Park with an unveiling of a commemorative plaque. The naming of the Sports Complex in the park also honours Ralph Clearwaters as a founding member of the Park. Centennial Park, one of only two parks in Westsyde, was so named to commemorate the Province of British Columbia’s 100th Anniversary in 1958. The park was started as a centennial project and is a story of land acquisition, Annual May Day Parades, other events and intercessions between notable people of the day including Dan Campbell, Minister of Municipal Affairs, and Phil Gaglardi. The park of 26 acres was officially transferred to the City of Kamloops in 1973 from the Westsyde Community Development Corporation. The Volunteer Fire Board, the Westsyde Ratepayers Association, the Westsyde Centennial Park Association and other like-minded community groups’ dedication, interest and involvement contributed to this historical recognition. This activism continues to be carried on today through participation, involvement and support by residents who live in the Westsyde community.

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The farm tour stopped at Dhaliwal Green Acre Vegetable Farm, the largest onion producer in BC and one of the largest potato producers in BC.

Agriculture Farm Tour builds awareness of local farming On Thursday, September 13th, the Kamloops Agriculture Advisory Committee hosted a Kamloops Farm Tour in order to facilitate a better understanding of the local commercial agriculture industry in order to help guide the development of a City Agriculture Area Plan. This community engagement event is one of several more to come that will be included as part of Agriculture Area Plan Development Process. The tour, of approximately 60 people representing various agencies and aimed to educate participants on the challenges and opportunities of local commercial farming operations, trends of the industry, and the successes and failures of different sectors of Kamloops agriculture. Gary Rolston, Professional Agrologist, of ‘From the Ground Up’ in Courtenay noted that, according to a model developed by the BC Ministry of Agriculture, it takes 0.524 hectares to feed one person, of which 10% must be irrigated. “Kamloops needs close to 45,000 hectares of land to be fully food self-sufficient. There isn’t that much land available within the boundaries of the City. This is why Kamloops should be looking to support and encourage agricultural development in the larger region.” In addition, the average age of BC

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farmers continues to climb, and without new generations stepping in to take over, this poses a very real threat to local farming enterprises. More and more produce is transported from the US and Mexico. While farmers markets provide a great opportunity to source local products and raise awareness about local food, the distribution and wholesale processes in the province leave costly inefficiencies. “We need to be able to sell our produce in local stores. Local produce is shipped to large central warehouses at the coast and then shipped back to the large stores in Kamloops”, said one local farmer. The first step to dealing with these issues is awareness, and the tour helped to generate this, as well as potential future partnerships for local agricultural support. Participants left the tour with a better understanding of the industry, and recognized the need to protect the area’s resources, such as land and water, and to sustain and expand the local agriculture industry. To stay connected with the Agriculture Area Plan visit the City of Kamloops Agriculture Area Plan webpage at kamloops.ca/environment/landagricultureplan.shtml

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Special Olympians from Kamloops will be attending the 2013 Provincial Summer Games in Langley, BC from July 11 to 14. The teams traveling to the games include the swim team consisting of Krista McKee, Maya Baker, Megan Gourley, Diana Friend, Cameron Chambers, Anders Beitel, Michael Harris and The Echo’s own delivery specialist, Marilee Manning! On the bowling team is Peter Donovan and on the softball team is James Love, Ricky Porter and Brian Bournes. Pictured are (L-R standing) Anders Beitel, Diana Friend, Marilee Manning, Maya Baker, Cameron Chambers and coach Kim Carter. (L-R Sitting): Michael Harris, Megan Gourley and Krista McKee.

Homeless Count creates awareness and measures change The Kamloops Homelessness Action Plan and ASK Wellness Centre present Homeless Count 2012 on October 18 and 19. Homeless counts are conducted in many communities across North America and help in a variety of ways, including creating awareness for both the public and volunteers; connecting with people living on the streets; tracking trends; measuring change; informing program development and informing government policy. The goals of the Count include expanding the supplies offered to the homeless participants; the number of volunteers; and the involvement of local shelters and institutions serving homeless people. The end result will be a comprehensive report that will be available to the public and policymakers. ASK Wellness Centre has been performing the Kamloops Homeless Count since 2006. For 2012, the count process will be expanded, using the ‘Counting Homelessness - Guidelines for a Standardized Method for BC Communities’ produced by the Province of British Columbia. The City of Kamloops has an agree-

ment with Service Canada to receive federal funds under the Homelessness Partnering Strategy for the purpose of addressing housing and homelessness in the community. These funds provide in part for projects that are approved by the Kamloops Working Group on Homelessness, managed

by the City, and carried out by local non-profit organizations/service providers in the community. Eight of these projects are currently funded in Kamloops; the 2012 Homeless Count will be the ninth. The City is providing $5,000 to ASK Wellness, in partnership with the Homelessness Action Plan, to conduct the Count. Residents interested in volunteering can attend a free training session at ASK Wellness Centre (433 Tranquille Rd) on either Friday, October 12th or Monday, October 15th, from 5:00 to 6:00pm. Pre-registration is not required. The complete reports on counts in Kamloops and Merritt will be available in early November, through the HAP website at kamloopshap. ca and the ASK Wellness website at askwellness.ca.

No excuses for not helping the homeless Full of Excuse is an emerging band from Kamloops that is turning heads with neck breaking speed. They will be performing at an all ages concert at Kamloops Spirit Square on Mackenzie Road on Friday, October 12 at 1:00pm. This community show is a benefit for the homeless. Full of Excuses delivers everything from hard rock to heartbreaking melodies with an edgy, acoustic-driven sound that leaves music lovers wanting more.

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A local business, Findlay’s Vacuum and Sewing World, has adopted Habitat for Humanity Kamloops as their charity of choice for a great fundraising idea. Findlay’s has been running a contest over the summer where Kamloopsians were invited to make original designer tote bags. There were two categories, one for adults and one for children. 16 folks completed these unique totes, which are now hanging at Findlay’s store on Tranquille Rd. The public is now invited to vote on which tote design is the best. The adult winner will receive a new Brother NS40 sewing machine valued at over $500, and the children’s prize for those 10 to 15 years of age will win a starter sewing kit valued at $75. Voting ends on October 6 at 2:00pm. A silent auction is also a part of this great promotion. The public is invited to bid on each of these unique designer totes with all money generated going to Habitat for Humanity Kamloops. The silent auction runs until November 15. Take a trip to Findlay’s and place your bid to own an originally designed tote bag for a great cause. Do it for charity, do it for fun. The raised silent auction money will then be used towards Habitat’s next build in 2013. Habitat for Humanity Kamloops has built three duplexes

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16 sewers have created unique, designer tote bags for a contest sponsored by Findlay’s Vacuum and Sewing World. The totes are being auctioned off to support Habitat for Humanity projects in Kamloops. is to continue to build affordable housing by giving a helping hand up, so that families that qualify and would not normally be able to meet the expense of owning their

A circus owner walked into a shop to see everyone crowded around a table watching a little show. On the table was an upside down pot and a duck tap dancing on it. The circus owner was so impressed that he offered to buy the duck from its owner. After some wheelin’ and dealin’ they settled for $10,000 for the duck Can you spare 10 hours a month? Partner with us for a safe community.

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‘Don’t Dig It’ benefit dance A benefit dance to be held Friday, are either in favour or undecided October 12 will do more than just about the project. The forum, raise funds to bring experts to comprised of neutral experts as town to discuss the health, envi- well as (we hope) government ronmental and socio-economic and company representatives, effects of the proposed Ajax mine. will help people form educated “It’s also a fun way to bring like- opinions,” she added. minded people together to raise The ‘Don’t Dig It” dance will community spirit and promote be held at the Ukrainian Hall solidarity in our efforts to oppose on York Street. Doors open at this project,” explained Bronwen 8:00pm, with Smoking Crow and Scott of the Thompson Watershed Honeywolf, a banjo/guitar duo, Coalition, the local group present- kicking off the music at 8:30, ing the all-ages fundraising dance, followed by sets by three local which will feature three live bands and a silent auction. The winner is… Concerned about the lack of public information and restricted public access to company sessions regarding the proposed Ajax Mine, some local residents are planning a public forum featuring experts in acid mine drainage, health risks from dust and noise, and the many socioeconomic effects of having a huge open-pit mine on the edge of the city. Former mayor and Kamloops Daily News editor Mel Rothenburger has agreed to moderate the event. The Thompson Watershed Coalition is supporting The main fundraiser for the the efforts of these residents, who Kamloops North Rotary Club come from all areas of the city, is their Sports and Culture by holding this fundraising dance, Weekend ng in Vancouver Raffle. i k said Scott. TCDD are loo This year’s winning ticket was lay & by Trisha Elliot of “We’re calling the dance ‘Don’t omtoe to ppurchased forweaarehopposed Dig It’ because Kelowna. Sherry Chamberlain, undthe. Kamloops ear rofrom a mine of thispsize West Rotary tice inonythe clocating ra boundaries of our small city,” said Club, drew the winning ticket t as le at e spac along side .Jack Sabey, Chair of open Scott. “Our research shown A widehas flooring ncrete the co h it that Kamloops will lose far more Event. The draw was held at w 0’ 80’ x 10 Kamloops North Club’s regular than it gains if this project goes ahead. We realize, though, that youmeeting thinkon September 26. If almost half of the city’s residents help

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bands: “Just Like That” (folk/ rock); “Hawgwash” (blues/rock); and “Leon y Los Ganjanistas” (Mexican/Caribe reggae/ska). Tickets for the event are available at the Kamloops Farmer’s Market, the Smorgasbord Deli, Moviemart Downtown and North Shore, The Grind, Doug’s Karateristics, and The Art We Are. Those wishing to donate to the silent auction may call 250-374-6305. For more information, please contact Bronwen Scott at 250-320-0619.

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The TNRD Library System is hosting a reading and discussion by Richard Wagamese, one of Canada’s foremost native authors and storytellers, at the North Kamloops Library on October 11 at 7:00pm. Working as a professional writer since 1979, Wagamese has been a newspaper columnist and reporter; radio and TV broadcaster and producer; documentary producer; and the author of 11 titles from major Canadian publishers. Some of his many books include One Native Life; The Next Sure Thing; One Story, One Song; and most 2 bedroom home in Chase recently, Indianmobile Horse.

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Venture Kamloops announces Interim Executive Director With the change of seasons also brings a change to the Venture Kamloops team and opportunities for new growth moving forward. “We would like to express our appreciation to Dan Sulz who resigned from his position as Executive Director of Venture Kamloops,” says Board of Directors President, Paula Presta. “Dan has done a great job leading the organization through a rebrand process, the acquisition of some key investments to our city and has helped position Venture Kamloops for great areas of growth for the coming years. We wish him success in his future endeavors.” This change brings new opportunities for growth. “We’ve got a great team at Venture Kamloops to continue to move us forward,” says Presta. “We are pleased to acknowledge Anita Grover, our current Manager of Economic Development at Venture Kamloops, who has stepped up as Interim Executive Director. Anita Grover has worked with Venture Kamloops for over 7 years and is responsible for business attraction, retention and expansion activities. She works with all levels of government, key industry associations, and businesses to help to attract investment, strengthen and grow the Kamloops economy. “Anita’s experience and ability to lead a team will make her a great interim Executive Director,” says Presta. “We know that as one of the main contacts for Venture Kamloops, she will continue the momentum the organization has going for it.”

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The Second Annual Brock/ Norkam Haunted House The Haunted House will be held at the Norkam Secondary School Cafeteria from 6:00pm to 9:00pm of Friday, October 26 and Saturday, October 27. The entrance fee is by donation with a minimum donation of $2. All proceeds go to the Brock/ Norkam spring music educational tours. Any questions or to pre-order ticket; text: 250-571-2445 or email Kassie at: katkins@live.ca

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Trash to treasure and other tantilizing treats ■■ “Post Apocalypse” Burlesque at the Blue Grotto, 319 Victoria St. On Oct. 11. Doors at 8pm for a +19 show. FMI or interested in performing: visit facebook.com/ kamloopsburlesque. ■■ Antiques and Collectibles Sale on Oct. 13 from 9am to 4pm and Oct. 14 from 9am to 3pm at North Shore Community Centre, 730 Cottonwood Ave. Admission under 12 free. FMI contact the NSCC office at 250-376-4777 or nsccs@shaw.ca. Proceeds support on-going programs and activities provided by the NSCC. ■■ Let’s Dance on Oct. 13, 8pm to midnight at the Ukrainian Hall, 725 York St. Music by Copper Creek. For tickets contact Francoise at 250-372-3782, Zonia at 250-372-0091 or Ed at 250-374-2774. ■■ 50 piece Brass Band & Songster Brigade on Oct. 13 at The Kamloops Christian School Theatre. FMI or tickets contact Major Sharleen or Joyce at 250 554-1611 on or before Oct. 9. ■■ Antiques & Collectibles Sale on Oct. 13 from 9am to 4pm and Oct. 14 from 9am to 3pm at North Shore Community Centre, 730 Cottonwood Ave. Kids 12 and under free. FMI contact the NSCC at 250-3764777 or nsccs@shaw.ca. ■■ Pie Night on Oct 16 at 6:30pm at North Shore Community Centre, 730 Cottonwood Ave. FMI contact the NSCC office at 250-3764777 or nsccs@shaw.ca. ■■ Coffee Connections for RIH retirees on Oct. 18 from 10am to noon at the North Shore Community Centre, 730 Cottonwood Ave. FMI contact 250-374-2209. ■■ The Kamloops Film Society’s Fall Film Series at the Paramount Theatre, 5th and Victoria. Beasts of the Southern Wild on Oct. 18 at 7pm. Tickets available at Moviemart or at the door. KFS membership required. ■■ TRU Sports Task Force Fundraising Night on Oct. 26 beginning at 6:30pm at TRU gymnasium. Register online at www. tru.ca/athletics/community/vegas. ■■ Kamloops Human Library project fourth Saturday of each month (Oct. 27, Nov. 24) from 3 to 5pm at the Smorgasbord Deli,

Open wide! Wide Mouth Mason will be performing on October 16 at the Dirty Jersey, 1200 8th Street. Tickets available at the Dirty Jersey. 255 7th Ave. FMI contact Lissa Millar at humanlibrarian@gmail.com. ■■ Back to Black Fundraiser Banquet presented by New Life Mission on Oct. 27 at 6pm at the Grand Hall TRU, 900 McGill Rd. FMI or tickets contact 250-372-9898 ■■ Badminton every Tues. at 7pm at the OLPH Gym, 235 Poplar St. Small fee. FMI for anyone interested contact Robert 250-579-0193. ■■ BIG Little Science Centre, 985 Holt Street, is open Tues. to Sat. 10am to 4pm all year round. Show or activity daily. Robotics Club for ages 10 and up - Fridays, Oct. 26 to Nov. 16 from 2:45 to 4:30pm. FMI 250-5542572 or www.blscs.org. ■■ “Upcycle” From Trash to Treasure until Oct. 31 at the Old Courthouse Gallery, 7 West Seymour St. Creative reuse and repurpose of reclaimed materials by Karen Hanna. Open 10 to 5, Tues to Fri, 10 to 4, Sat. Free parking, handicap accessible, no HST.

■■ Photographer Brad Hill public slide show presented by Kamloops Photo Arts Club on Nov. 2 from 7 to 9pm at TRU Clock Tower Alumni Theatre. Tickets at Kamloops Live! Box Office 250-374-5483. ■■ Tranquille Farm Fresh Farmers Market open every Sat. from 9am to 4pm and Sun. from 10am to 4pm at 4600 Tranquille Rd. FMI visit www.tranquillefarmfresh.ca ■■ Moose Lodge 1552, 730 Cottonwood Ave. open daily from 11am to 8pm, Fri. to 12am. Meat draws Fri. at 7pm and Sat. at 3pm. New members always welcome! ■■ Organic Produce Sales Mon to Fri at 11am to 12:30pm until Oct. 19 at Open Door Group Gardengate, 915 Southill St. FMI call Dave or Rob 250-554-9453. ■■ North Shore Central Community Association meets at Mount Paul United Church, 140 Laburnum, on the first Tuesday of the month. FMI call 250-554-9949.

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