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Chimera Theatre is a new local theatre company based out of Kamloops committed to presenting innovative, inventive and original works of Canadian theatre.

Tranquille Tunnel Tours at Tranquille Farm Fresh is proud to present Chimera Theatre’s producRSOE - fr ear jan 25 2012.indd 1 tion of Crossroads opening Friday night, September 11. They will be presenting three one-hour shows per night on Fri­­ day, Sa­ turday and Sunday, ending Novem­ber 1.

Tunnel space unavailable to the public for 20 years has been added to the tunnels used for the very successful 2014 production of The Tranquillian Soldier, resulting in a fighting against tuberculosis, the is back as well this unique 2015 theatre space steeped King Edwards VII Sanatorium is year and opened in history.

Saturday, being closed. Crossroads tells the on The dramatic story of Tranquille story of this time of change and September 5. The Sanatorium’s closure in 1957 is at the lives of some of those affected over six-acre maze is the heart of Crossroads, a produc- by the closure. Les King may lose a mind-bending experition written by Andrew G Cooper. his job and his wife, a former ence, as Tranquille It will be performed and techni- teacher who has contracted tuber- Farm Fresh cally supported by Tranquille culosis, is being transferred to challenges Farm Fresh’s partners, Chimera another facility in Vancouver on e x p l o r e r s Theatre and GK Sound. Join short notice. The battle for Tran- of all ages. Paths are cut them for an hour-long theatrical quille’s future is about to begin as through ten-foot high corn tour of the buildings of historic the debate between the betterment and clues are provided to Tranquille and the tunnels that run of the community and hidden per- help navigate through beneath them. sonal agendas ignites. the maze. Complete with After a lengthy fifty years of The ever-popular Corn Maze spooky actors, fog, lights,

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Gearing Up To End MS

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This year is the 20th Anniversary Scotiabank MS Bike: Thompson River Ride. On Sunday, September 20 starting at Riverside Park, cyclists can choose from a variety of cycling distance options from a 12 kilometre route to 91 kilometre Ultra ride. Participants who fundraise $200 or more will be treated to exclusive perks including a winery tour and wine tasting at Privato Vineyard and Winery. The whole event wraps up with a rewarding lunch back at Riverside Park, which incorporates food donated by local area farms and great draws and fundraising prizes.

The money raised is used locally to assist people living with MS and their families through programs and services in and around the Kamloops area. As well, the Kamloops and Area Chapter strives to provide hope for tomorrow by working collectively with other Chapters across Canada

to donate to MS research.

To register or for more information, visit msbike.ca or call Katrina Harding at 250-3140773. Volunteers are also needed to support the event and details can be found on the Kamloops and Area Chapter website at mssociety.ca/kamloops.

Kick-off event Saturday, Sept. 12 from 1pm to 5pm, all proceeds from the Mount Paul Golf Course Driving Range will support the Scotiabank MS Bike. Raffle ticket sales. Hot dogs and soft drinks by donation. Event organizer, Danny Latin, is using this as a fundraiser for his team called Team Latin. Danny has participated in the MS Bike for 15 years, and has raised over $41,000 for the MS Society during that time. To pledge, visit mssoc. convio.net/goto/DannyLatin.

White on White party for the SPCA

Kate Lefroy of Heffley Creek enjoys the warm weather at the Crestline Community Garden in August. Her plot, which includes corn, lettuce and tomatoes, also has watermelon and cantaloupe. With such hot weather this summer, things have been in full swing throughout the garden.

Explore the corn maze at Tranquille Farm Fresh – continued from page 1 the cornerstone of the regenerative Tranquille On the Lake, a sustainable community based on the intrinsic values of health, wellness and handson education. Fall festivities

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The First Annual White on White party is coming on Wednesday, September 16. Prepare to come dressed in your elegant, all white attire and attend the party at a secret location. All you have to bring is yourself, dressed in white and a prize-winning centerpiece. Enjoy a gourmet harvest dinner, made with local fare presented by award winning, celebrity Chef Hueston of the Double Tree by Hilton Kamloops. There will be live entertainment, wine at the table and many surprises. The location of the party is still top secret, so all guests will be transported from the Aberdeen Mall staff parking lot and taken to the special place at 5:15 pm and will return at 11:00 pm.

The event benefactor this year is the BC SPCA, Kamloops branch.

Each year, this will change and all who come to the event will get to vote on next year’s benefactor. For tickets or more information check the website at www.judy bassoevents.ca. can be booked each Thursday.

You can purchase tickets at www.kamloopslive.ca or call Jan at 250-374-5483 or email jan@kamloopslive.ca. The Crossroads performance will run until October 31. For more

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The Hockey Future Stars camp was held recently at McArthur Island and these fortunate young ladies, aged nine to 17 years old, were being instructed by threetime Olympic gold medalist Gillian Apps.

Reaching out for suicide prevention Thursday, September 10 is World Suicide Prevention Day, a day for communities to show support for suicide prevention, to remember and celebrate the lives of those who have died, to comfort those who grieve and to send a message that there is help, hope and people who care.

“Suicide can shatter the lives of the family and friends left behind and can affect anyone of any age, gender and culture,” said Health Minister Terry Lake. “There is help available day or night and I encourage all British Columbians to be aware of the

Volunteer Kamloops The Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation needs golf tournament volunteers to help out at the Swing for a Cure Golf Tournament on September 12 at The Dunes Golf Course. Must be over 17 to volunteer and duties include set-up, registration, holespotting and clean up. Call 250-374-0599.

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We can all play a role in preventing suicide.

Some ways you can show your support by sharing online through social media how you plan to reach out and tagging your post with #WSPD2015 or follow #WSPD2015 for updates on Twitter. Light a candle in your window on September 10 at 8:00 pm to show your support.

For more information on World Suicide Prevention Day contact the Canadian Association for Suicide Prevention at www. suicideprevention.ca.

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Credit Unions connect parents with $1,200 BC education grant The world is changing and parents Thompson MLA Terry Lake said. want to make sure their children “This is a great way to ensure our are ready to succeed. Education young people are prepared for job and training after graduation can opportunities in the years to come.” help unlock that success. Parents In the next decade more than 78 per in Kamloops, Clearwater, Barriere cent of job openings will require and Chase can go to Interior Savings some form of post-secondary Credit Union or Valley First Credit education and training. With the Union to kick-start their savings for $1,200 grant and an investment of $50 a month, savings could grow their children’s future.

To be eligible for the $1,200, chil- to $12,000, based on a 3.5 per cent dren must be born in 2007 or later. annual growth rate. Growth of Families have three years, or until funds will depend on the amount the day before the child’s ninth invested and actual returns. birthday, to submit an applica- One in three British Columbians tion for the grant and there are no are members of a credit union. matching or additional contribu- Central 1 Credit Union is the host tions required to access the $1,200. organization of the grant for their “This grant will help and encour- 42 member credit unions, conage parents to plan and save for sisting of 365 branches and more their children’s post-secondary than 550 ATMs across BC. education,” Kamloops-South The one-time grant of $1,200 Thompson MLA Todd Stone said. per eligible child will be depos“Opening an RESP account to ited into a Registered Education receive the grant is a simple pro- Savings Plan (RESP) upon cess and will give children a solid approval of the application. start toward a rewarding career.”

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The driver leaned out his window and shouted, “I don’t back up for idiots!”

Putting his car into reverse, my friend called back, “No problem; I do.”

What are the dogs for?

A nursery school teacher was delivering a station wagon full of kids home one day when a fire truck zoomed past. Sitting in the front seat of the fire truck was a Dalmatian dog.

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One day my housework-challenged husband decided to wash his sweatshirt.

Seconds after he stepped into the laundry room, he shouted to me, ‘What setting do I use on the washing machine?’ ‘It depends,’ I replied. ‘What does it say on your shirt?’ He yelled back, ‘OHIO STATE!’ And they say blondes are dumb!

The wake up call One night at an economy motel, I ordered a 6:00 am wake-up call. The next morning, I awoke before 6:00 am, but the phone did not ring until 6:30 am.

“Good morning,” a young man said sheepishly. “This is your wake-up call.” Annoyed, I let the hotel worker have it. “You were supposed to call me at 6:00 am,” I complained. “What if I had a million-dollar deal to close this morning and your oversight made

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One day two nuns were inside the church painting when the air conditioner went out. It was one of the hottest days of the year and soon the heat was more than they could stand.

They had to be finished that day so one of the nuns suggested taking off their heavy garments since they were the only ones there.

The other nun said, “I don’t have anything on under mine.”

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much more comfortable and doing quite well when suddenly there was a knock at the door. They froze.

“Who is it?” asked the first nun.

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They talked it over and, seeing no harm since the man was blind, opened the door. A man walked in with his arms full of boxes. He took one look at the nuns and with a puzzled look asked, “Where would you like these blinds?”

New driver

Martin had just received his brand new drivers license. The family troops out to the driveway, and climbs in the car, where he is going to take them for a ride for the first time. Dad immediately heads for the back seat, directly behind the newly minted driver.

“I’ll bet you’re back there to get a change of scenery after all those months of sitting in the front passenger seat teaching me how to drive,” says the beaming boy Bad family photos. to his father.

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■■Open House and Registration Night on Sept. 10 and 17 from 7 to 9pm at Rangers Army Cadet Corps, 169 Briar Ave. Free to join. FMI call 250-376-3900.

■■ Chances entertainment - Sept.

11 The Caspians, Sept. 12 No Entertainer Boxing Mayweather vs Berto. No cover. Jam Night every Wednesday from 7pm to 10pm.

1250 Halston Ave. ■■ Class Act Theatre Society Open Auditions on Sept. 11 at 7pm and Sept. 12 at 2pm at CSI, 9 – 1800 Tranquille Rd. People of all ages particularly 40’s to 70’s and people interested in singing needed. Set builders, costumers and backstage help needed. FMI call email Linda at linda.bezooyen@gmail.com.

■■Tranquille Tunnel Tours from Sept. 11 to Nov. 1 with tours at 7, 8:15 or 9:30pm at Tranquille Farm Fresh, 4600 Tranquille Rd. Tickets available at Kamloops Live! Box Office 250-374-5483 or kamloopslive.ca. FMI contact info@tranquillefarmfresh.ca or call 250-574-7474.

■■ Kamloops Adult Learners Society (KALS) Information Booths at Farmers Market on Sept. 12 and 19. Course Registration Sessions on: Sept. 21 from 10am to 12pm at Northills Mall and Sept. 24 from 11am to 12pm at the North Shore Community Centre, 730 Cottonwood Ave. AGM on Sept. 24 from 9:30 to 11am at the North Shore Community Centre, 730 Cottonwood Ave ■■ Annual Parkinson SuperWalk on Sept. 12 at the Riverside Park Bandshell. Registration at 10am and Walk begins at 11am.

Everyone is welcome! To register visit: www.parkinson.bc.ca.

■■ Community Dinner on Sept.

13 at 5pm at the North Shore Community Centre, 730 Cottonwood Ave. Tickets in advance by Sept.

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Don’t miss the lively entertainment of local alternative rockers The Caspians on Friday, September 11 at Chances Barside Lounge. The show starts at 7:00 pm for this free 19+ show so arrive early for good seats!

11. Roast beef dinner catered by Harold’s, entertainment by the Late Bloomers. FMI call 250-376-4777.

■■Tim Hortons Smile Cookies will be back September 14 to 20 this year and a dollar from each cookie sold at any Tim Hortons location will go to the Kamloops Food Bank.

■■ Volunteers needed for the 35th annual Terry Fox Run on Sept. 20. Contact April at 250851-0207 if interested.

■■‘Red Neck’ Pig Roast and Dance on Sept. 26 at the fraternal Order of Eagles, 755 Tranquille Rd. Cocktails at 5:30pm, dinner at 6pm and dance at 7pm. Limited Seating.

New members and guests welcome.

FMI call 250-376-1311.

■■ Kamloops Kidney Walk on Sept. 27. Registration at 10am; Walk at 11am. Register to participate, sponsor a walker, volunteer or register to be a donor. Lunch

provided for walkers. Visit www. kidneywalkbc.ca, call Linda at 250.579.2274 or email kamloopswalk@kidney.bc.ca.

■■ Fraternal Order of Eagles Weekly Events - Sunday Nights 7pm to 11pm Karaoke, Tuesdays 3:30pm to 5:30pm Pull Tab Draws, Wednesdays 4pm to 6pm Horse Races with ‘Big Jim’, Saturday and Sundays 3pm to 5pm Meat Draws.

755 Tranquille Road 250-376-4633 ■■ Meet An Elder on Wednesdays from 9am to 4:30pm at Lii Michif Otipemisiwak Family and Community Services, 707 Tranquille Rd. RSVP to 250-554-9486. 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.

■■ 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.

■■CSI Activity Center events: Mondays- Euchre at 1:30pm; Tuesdays- Wood carving at 10am, Whist at 1pm, Bingo at 6pm; Wednesdays- Cribbage at 1pm; Thursdays- Stichers Club at 10am, Bridge at 1:15pm, Whist at 1pm; Fridays- Canasta at 1pm.

■■ 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 250376-9629.

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echo stargazer Dear Virgo: (Aug. 23 - Sept. 23) This week both hidden enemies and old friends return to say hello. When they do, you’ll understand a deeper nature within yourself that needs both space and the freedom to grow beyond your first and even second homes. That secret affair continues to grow in strength and looks to be a keeper.

Dear Libra (Sept. 24 - Oct. 23) Have you ever really thought about how strongly your personal identity is tied into where you live?

Sometimes it’s subtle like the color on the walls that you wake to each morning or the smiling face that’s waiting for you when you come home.

This week, look around the home and begin to color your external world to match your natural inner beauty.

Dear Scorpio: (Oct. 24 - Nov. 22) Money troubles are on the way. In the meantime, take the opportunities to advance at the office by accepting all responsibilities to move ahead. Shortly, you’re going to have to make a budget and stick to it like glue. Networking with large groups will lead you to the success that you’re hoping for.

Dear Sagittarius: (Nov. 23 -Dec. 21) Although love is still arriving from foreign shores it’s easy to see your working life bringing in the rewards. In addition to spending extra time at the office, make sure you get out and be seen publicly. Add a dash of knowledge from recent studies and you’ll be primed for a new level of corporate success.

Dear Capricorn: (Dec. 22 - Jan. 20) As much as you’d like to take action on that juicy piece of information you just uncovered, take a couple of days to reflect on your options. The bigger picture is calling with luck and abundance from a higher calling and from distant shores.

Keep your lines of communication open. Your biggest moves will lead to your biggest rewards.

Dear Aquarius: (Jan. 21 - Feb. 19) It’s been an up close and personal struggle recently and your heart is bruising more than you’re letting others know. Have faith that logical decisions of the heart will lead to the romantic stability that you crave. You’re entering yet another battle but this time legal complications will resolve in your favour.

Dear Pisces: (Feb. 20 - Mar. 20) Luck has entered your astrosector of personal relationships and is igniting a cycle of love and emotional bliss. If an encouraging glance crosses your path, take your heart off of your sleeve and embrace a new adventure. If you’re happily coupled then keep your eyes on your dearest. Fortune is arriving through your partner.

Dear Aries: (Mar. 21 - April 20) Summer’s over and it’s back to school and work. As our astro go-to leader you’ve been naturally spearheading the charge with shopping for school supplies and preparing everyone for a new season at the office. Things are getting busy and you could easily lose yourself in the daily chores of getting the team in gear.

Dear Taurus: (Apr. 21 - May 21) It’s the time of year when children take on a larger role in your daily expressions. Now, although you’re calm by nature, expect passions to ignite as you walk right into someone from your past that still has a place in your heart. The new moon late in the week gives you the strength to move forward with an obvious decision.

Dear Gemini: (May 22 - June 21) Stop over thinking obvious actions and do what your heart already knows it has to do. But, wounded emotions can heal and you now have the strength to undo a recent pause to get your heart back on track. Take the opportunity to set the record straight and embrace the personal destiny you’ve been asking for.

Dear Cancer: (June 22 - July 22) You came out of your shell recently and love finally said hello. Thoughts are now drifting towards a more permanent decision. Money has been good recently but you’re in a shorter financial cycle than you realize. Remember, your destiny is supposed to present you with opportunities for happiness. Not take them away.

Dear Leo: (July 23 - Aug 22) Your ego is healthy, you’re smiling from ear to ear and you’re ready for a change. Take this week to assess your strengths, your team and where you’d like to be financially in the next couple of months. By the end of the week you’ll have clarity and the emotional reserves to push forward into your new financial future.

Astro-week Sonnyscopes courtesy of Collin Sonny Rosati, Vancouver Astrologer, Hypnotist. For personal readings visit thesunnyside.net.

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