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Searching for signs of intelligent life in the universe? Your search has ended thespians. Guided by bag-lady, Trudy, and her profound wisdom and humour, you will travel to a thinker’s paradise - a cathedral of thought and perception. Kamloops Players Society will present four performances of a play by Jane Warner, The Search for Signs of Intelligent Life in the Universe, as a fundraiser for five separate non-profit agencies in Kamloops. This search for life will take place at the Kamloops Player’s new home, the Stagehouse Theatre, an intimate 80 seat venue located at 422 Tranquille Road beside Arigato Sushi. Pat Zogar is cast as Trudy, a clever, crooked-mouthed “mentally unstable bag lady from New York City” who waits for aliens “at the corner of Walk/Don’t Walk”. “Trudy is my alter-ego,” admits Pat. “I also think there’s a little bit of Trudy in all of us.” As the spiritual director at the Kamloops Centre for Spiritual Living she confides that people actually call her Reverend Trudy! Trudy challenges assumptions about the nature of reality, declaring that we all at one point ask ourselves, “Am I crazy?” For her, she says, the answer came back “a resounding yes.” However, as Trudy explains, “Going crazy was
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Grants available for youth-led community projects Youth 25 and under have the chance to receive a grant of up to $1,500 for their own youth-led community project thanks to a partnership between Telus, Interior Savings and United Way. Youth Initiative Grant applications are available to youth in the Thompson Nicola Cariboo region until November 30. Youth working in partnership with registered charities can apply for grants to address important social issues like poverty, diversity and health and well-being. Interested youth are invited to contact youth@ unitedwaytnc.ca for an application package. According to Kathy Conway, Interior Savings CEO, “A large part of Interior Savings’ community support is focused on providing youth with opportunities to build confidence while learning leadership and life skills. Encouraging personal development and providing a little financial support can help youth achieve remarkable change in their communities.” “At Telus we have a philosophy to ‘give where we live’ and it’s encouraging to hear
from youth who share this commitment to creating positive and lasting change in their own communities. Youth Initiative grants promote youth involvement and leadership to make a difference – something Telus and our team members truly appreciate and want to support,” said Steve Jenkins, Telus general manager for
the BC Interior South. The United Way works to improve lives and build community by engaging individuals and mobilizing collective action. United Way affects change in three focus areas: All that kids can be, Poverty to possibility and Healthy people, strong communities.
The City of Kamloops is proud to offer accessible recreation for all. The City’s Accessible Recreation Program’s goal is to provide everyone with the opportunity to participate in both regular programming, as well as programming developed specifically for persons with special needs. Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services staff will work with each participant to find the right program along with adaptations designed to address a full range of special needs. Participants can complete a Request for Adaptive Program Support (RAPS) Form,
which is available at City facilities or online at www.kamloops.ca/accessrec. This form allows participants to identify any special needs and recommend adaptations that could be put in place to provide a complete and comfortable experience. If a participant requires more personalized support, he or she has to provide his or her own assistant. Assistants may participate in the programs for free. The program does not provide personal care, administer medication or give one-to-one assistance. The Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services staff provides free facility tours of the Tournament Capital Centre and Westsyde Pool, which are both equipped with accessible features designed to accommodate people with special needs.
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New friends, good books As the nights get chillier now is the time to grab a good read to curl up with. The North Shore Community Centre is having a used book sale. While you’re there stop for a chat with Christine Weyenberg, the new marketing and events coordinator at the NSCC. If you would like to volunteer at the centre or are looking to host an event and want to book the facility, just give Christine a call at 250-376-4777.
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Search for intelligent life benefits charities – continued from page 1 make you human. The staging and set for the one woman show are simple, but all to effect. The scheduled performances will provide funds for theatre improvements at the Stagehouse as well as benefiting the following local community groups: Friday, September 14 - Society for Community Living; Saturday, September 15 - The Phoenix Centre; Friday, September 21 - Centre for Spiritual Living and Saturday, September 22 - Pride Kamloops. Revenue from tickets sales will be divided 50/50 each night. “Community groups really need to build
a network of support,” says Pat. “We are all working to make a better world and it makes sense to work together.” Prepare yourself for a gut-wrenching yet hilariously funny evening. Watch, listen and laugh heartily. Then catch your breath and applaud with awe for the strangeness and beauty of our humanity. Tickets may be purchased through any of the participating charities, at Mystic Dreams, 419 Tranquille Rd. or by calling 250-682-2164. Curtain time is 7:30pm with the doors open at 7:00pm nightly. Jody Tippett
After the hugely successful launch of the Tournament Capital Ambassador Program in February of this year, the City of Kamloops is looking for applications from interested residents to continue the program into the fall. The program, which is the first of its kind in BC, uses Ambassadors to promote health and wellness in Kamloops. The volunteers have been active throughout the community, wearing City of Kamloops clothing labeled as Ambassadors. These volunteers will be involved in a variety of activities, including hosting facility tours at the Tournament Capital Centre, hosting museum tours, volunteering at expos and Strategic Health Alliance programming on the indoor track. “I have to say that helping out at the Bike to Work Week Celebration Station at the Law Courts was a blast. It was great seeing the number of cyclists of all ages riding their bikes to work, no matter the weather. It almost made me want to “unretire” just so I could join in! Instead I was happy to do what I could to help out, and it’s nice to know the Ambassador program is being appreciated,” commented Ambassador Murray Dennis on the rewards of the volunteer program. Interested applicants should fill out an application form at www.kamloops.ca/volunteer and click on the Tournament Capital Ambassador tab on the left, or call Alex de Chantal at 250-828-3828. Volunteers receive initial training and receive a three-month track and pool pass to the Tournament Capital Centre for their volunteer time.
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New to the North Shore Business Improvement Association is administrative assistant Dorothy Felling. Dorothy has promised to bring in some Scottish chocolate for the Echo’s crackerjack, roving reporter thus becoming one of our favourite people! Stop by the NSBIA office, located in the Wilson House, check out the new art exhibition and give Dorothy a big North Shore welcome!
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Big Little Science Centre expands hours Big Little Science Centre (BLSC) is now open with public visiting hours Tuesday to Saturday from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm, all year round. With three Exploration Rooms and shows throughout the day, there is always something new to try at Big Little Science Centre, located at 985 Holt Street in George Hilliard School. Please join BLSC to discover and enjoy fun science. For more information contact 250-554-2572 or www.blscs.org.
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Who is the most famous Kamloops criminal? Who tried to escape from a Kamloops gaol? Learn the answers to these questions and more during the brand new Kamloops Museum’s Criminals of Kamloops Guided Walking Tour. Next courses available: September 15, 10:00 am to 11:30 am (Course: 199299) September 29, 10:00 am to 11:30 am (Course: 199300) and October 20, 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm (Course: 199301). This tour will be hosted by Sylvia
Gropp, a Kamloops resident with a Bachelor of Arts degree in archaeology and geology, who has participated in digs on First Nations reserves and the Wildlife Park. For over a decade Sylvia has worked with the Kamloops Museum and Archives as a contractor and enjoys teaching history to people of all ages. Sylvia is co-writing a book with the Kamloops Museum and the Thompson Rivers History and Heritage Society. Register by calling 250-828-3655 or online at www.kamloops.ca/ezreg.
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The balance of power The Kamloops Strongest Man, an event showcasing strength athletics, was held at MacDonald Park on Saturday. Tom Jackson shows that he has what it takes as a competitor in the heavyweight class. By trade, he is an area roofer and has developed an ability for lifting seldom equaled.
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The hot dog experiment Dear Editor, I decided that I had to make people aware of how dangerous it is to leave your dog in the car on a hot day for even a short period of time, so I conducted a little experiment on myself. I purposely waited to do this until just before 3 p.m. when the temperature usually reaches its peak and also the time of day when I see so many people leaving their dogs in their cars. I wore a full length pair of yoga pants and a t-shirt and hoodie (sorry, I couldn’t find a fur coat laying around the house). I turned the car on and blasted the AC until the car reached a nice, comfortable temperature and then I took my temperature and set up a thermostat inside the car that showed the outdoor temperature and the indoor temp (inside the car). Then I turned the car off in the shade of my carport, rolled the windows down all the way and measured my temperature and the temp inside the car at intervals. I didn’t do my temperature in every shot because it was the
end result I was looking for and not so much the middle. Here is what happened. I lasted in the car exactly 23 minutes before I couldn’t take one more second of the heat. My temperature rose 6 degrees in 23 minutes. The temperature in my car rose
11.5 degrees, with the windows open and parked in the shade. When I finally got out of the car, my legs and arms were weak and had tremors running through them, my head was pounding, my mouth was as dry as a desert and I think I had sweated out six buckets
of fluid. My hoodie was drenched with sweat when I took it off. Two and a half hours later, I still felt weak and clumsy and my head was still pounding. I wasn’t wearing a fur coat; imagine how fast a dog’s temperature would rise in the same situation. Cars heat up faster than people believe they do, even in the shade and even with the windows down. Leaving your dog in a hot car for even the smallest period of time can easily kill it. I am trying to make people aware of how easy it is to kill a dog through thinking that a few minutes in a hot car isn’t a big deal. Jo LeFlufy, Kamloops
TNRD Booksale benefits libraries
The Thompson-Nicola Regional District (TNRD) Library System is hosting its annual Booksale at the Sahali Mall, starting September 18 and running until September 23. Proceeds from the sales of all books, videos and CDs go toward funding library programs for the general public. Find that hidden gem that you’ve been looking for, or just browse through the extensive selection. New items will be put out daily.
In past years, money raised has funded children’s programming, author visits and more. The Booksale, located in the old Sport Mart location, will be open during regular mall hours: Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday: 9:30am to 5:30pm; Friday: 9:30am to 9pm and Saturday from 9:30am to 5:30pm. Sunday is $1.00 a box day! The sale starts at noon until all books are sold or the mall closes, whichever happens first!
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■■ Overlander Secondary Reunion 1976 to 1988 on Sept. 22 from 6:30 to 10pm at Henry Grube Centre, 145 Kitchener Cres. Former students and staff welcome. Tickets at the door. ■■ 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 ■■ Darts every Thurs. from 7 to 9:30pm at Eagles Hall, 755 Tranquille Rd. FMI contact 250-376-4633 or 250-376-1311. ■■ Thursday Night Jam Night every Thurs. from 8 to 11pm at the Alano Club, 171 Leigh Rd. Everyone welcome. Equipment provided. Musicians bring your own guitars and amps. FMI 250-376-5115. ■■ McArthur Park Lawn Bowling every Mon, Wed, Fri and Sun at 6:30pm. Flat soled shoes required. FMI contact 250-376-9905, 250-579-8259 or 250-376-0917. ■■ Flea Markets every Sunday until Sept. 30 in the Big-O parking lot, 160 Leigh Rd. New vendors welcome. FMI call 250-371-4620.
■■ North Shore Central Community Association meets at Mount Paul United Church, 140 Laburnum, on the first Tuesday evening of the month. Next meeting: June 5 at 7:00 pm. FMI call 250-554-9949. ■■ CN Railroaders Crib night meets the first and third Thursdays of each month at 7pm at the Parkview Activity Centre, 500 McDonald Ave. Admission $1, includes tea, coffee and goodies. Everyone is welcome. ■■ Kamloops Stroke Recovery Group invites people who have suffered a stroke and their caregivers to their meetings the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Thursday of the month from 10:30am1pm, for various activities and field trips. Also offer a speech software program to help those with speech recovery. To confirm meeting dates, location and FMI call 250-320-1348. ■■ 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.
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Your Horoscope VIRGO (Aug 23-Sept 23) Your diplomacy will be of utmost importance this week. Try to take some time to listen to their complaints, and in turn, do something to appease them. You may want to pull out some of those unfinished projects you’ve got tucked away. Upgrading at this point is not a bad plan. LIBRA (Sept 24-Oct 23) Your communication skills will bring you popularity and increased self esteem. You can’t make things better if you don’t know what to fix. You can make excellent investments if you are in the right place at the right time. You can invest in profitable ventures. SCORPIO (Oct 24-Nov 22) Communication will be your strong point and you should be able to persuade others to see things your way. Don’t be disappointed if you don’t get your way emotionally. Leave your checkbook and credit cards at home. SAGITTARIUS (Nov 23-Dec 21) Romance will be on your mind, and chances for ideal connections are in the works. You may need to make a few alterations to your living arrangements. Don’t be alarmed. Personal alterations will be in your best interest. CAPRICORN (Dec 22-Jan 20) Don’t hesitate to enlist the aid of friends or family if you have a big project to finish in your domestic environment. Your energy will be high. Avoid getting too close to coworkers or employers. Family responsibilities are mounting. AQUARIUS (Jan 21-Feb 19) You may have a problem with coworkers if you try to tell them what to do. You may need to lend an ear to an old friend. Involve yourself in group endeavors. Romantic encounters will develop through group activity. PISCES (Feb 20-Mar 20) You may be offered opportunities that will result in a higher earning potential. You may find that your documents are not in order. Don’t let others bait you into arguments. Deception may cause disputes you can do without. ARIES (Mar 21-April 20) Be careful that you don’t overextend yourself. This is not the time to lend or borrow money or possessions. Minor accidents may occur if you don’t concentrate on what you’re doing. You may enjoy doing something musical for entertainment. TAURUS (Apr 21-May 21) You can get good solid advice from relatives or close friends you trust. Don’t be too pushy or demanding, or you may find yourself all alone. You have been going through a period of change that no doubt caused problems with your loved ones. You may have to explain your actions to your family. GEMINI (May 22-June 21) Your mind is on moneymaking ventures. It would be in your best interest to stay away from any intimate involvement with a client or coworker. Set the ball in motion and be relentless until you complete the project. You must look into your options. CANCER (June 22-July 22) Residential moves look hectic and sudden changes in your life are likely. Be careful not to get involved in other people’s personal affairs. You will accomplish the most through or. Look before you leap. LEO (July 23-AugPPG 22) Avoid friends or acquaintances who drink - 1.8V May 2012.indd 1 too much. Travel will be favorable. Resist overspending on luxury items. Concentrate on your career and on making money. Find out all you can; secret enemies may lead you astray. Horoscopes courtesy of astrologer Michael Thiessen. For daily horoscopes go to www.astrology-online.com
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