VOLUME 25, NUMBER 11, MARCH 2017
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A fond farewell to Canada's 'storyteller'
Oncore Keith Bonnah Executive Director Programs This month we pay homage to Stuart Mclean, Canadian radio broadcaster, writer and host of the Vinyl Café on CBC radio who passed away from Melanoma on Feb. 15. When the question comes up about Canadian culture, Stuart’s name is nearly always a part of the conversation. Stuart was the quintessential Canadian and there are few of us who do not have a favourite story of his.
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His stories were about Canada and the classic Canadian disposition. We always saw humour in his tales, most likely because we also saw a little bit of ourselves in his character’s uniquely Canadian follies. For me, Stuart was always a welcome companion on my many drives back and forth between Kamloops and Edmonton. Hearing his distinctive voice was like visiting with an old friend who could always make you feel just a little more connected to the human condition.
Never too old to be active By Jared MacArthur Kamloops, known for its bustling, active community, is also one of B.C.’s most attractive places to retire. With over 2,000 hours of sunlight each year and a very accessible trail system, there is no shortage of opportunities for people to get outside, in and around the city of Kamloops. As winter draws most people indoors, with temperatures as low as -25 C, there is plenty to do inside over the winter. Many seniors find their way to the Tournament Capital Centre (TCC) for aquatic exercise programs offered at the facility. The indoor and outdoor tracks are open for public use throughout the winter, and, as Ted Wiggins tells me, it’s his morning stop before moving on with his day. Wiggins says his trick to staying active through the winter is his adorable, black, curly haired companion. Everyday, Wiggins heads out to the park to
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People of all ages participate in Runclub clinics year round and Boogie in the spring. The annual Boogie the Bridge run takes place on April 30th and registration is on-going. Register online at boogiethebridge.com/registration to sign up for this inclusive community event. stretch his legs and get his dog moving. In the summer, when the ice is clear of the trails, Wiggins and his wife head up to the Peterson Creek trails in the Sahali area of Kamloops. There are more than 300 trails to explore in Kamloops, making it hard to stay indoors for long in the summer or winter. Without transportation to get around, many of the trails are not accessible. Riverside Park seems to
be a popular choice for those willing to brave the cold. Helen Bonnett, 84, bumped into me on the Riverside Park trail just next to the South Thompson River. She usually splits her exercise between strolls along the river and doing water aerobics at the TCC — the earlier, the better, she jokes, because she says the prices are cheaper at six in the morning.
Thirty-seven per cent of seniors in Canada report they are taking action to improve their health by increasing their level of activity, taking steps to lose weight or changing certain eating habits, according to a 2009 Canadian Community Health Survey. There are no shortage of opportunities for seniors to get active around town in the summer, spring, fall and winter.
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Interim editor takes helm in April Beginning with the May edition, Moneca Jantzen of Daily Designz, will add editorial duties to her role at The Connector such that our current editor, Becky Mann, can enjoy her upcoming maternity leave. Jantzen has worked at just about every newspaper in Kamloops since the early ‘90s — 20 years at The Kamloops Daily News — and while she has primarily worked as a graphic designer throughout her career, she does possess editorial experience and is looking forward to spending the
next year in this role for The Connector. “Not only am I blessed to still be working at a newspaper, I feel fortunate to be involved with a paper that focuses on information and issues directed at seniors and their families and caregivers,” said Jantzen. “Oncore Seniors Society provides many great services to our community and The Connector is one of them.” The last time Mann had a baby, she showed up three days later to produce an edition of
The Connector. This illustrates exactly how committed she has been to the paper in her three years at the helm and there is no question that she will be missed. Jantzen promises to do her best to fill Mann’s shoes so the latter can enjoy some quality time with her family. “It will be important to maintain continuity for our readers and advertisers as well as continue to work with journalism students from Thompson Rivers University (TRU) whenever possible.”
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Several men are in the locker room of a golf club. A mobile phone on the bench rings and a man engages the speaker function and begins to talk. Everyone else in the room stops and listens. Man: “Hello.” Woman: “Honey, it’s me...Are you playing golf?” Man: “Yes.” Woman: “I’m at the mall now and found this beautiful leather coat. It’s only $1,000. Is it okay if I buy it?” Man: “Sure, go ahead if you really like it.” Woman: “I also stopped by the Mercedes dealership and saw the new models. I saw one I really liked.” Man: “How much?” Woman: “$100,000.” Man: “Okay, but for that price makes sure it comes with all the options.” Woman: “Great! Oh, and one more thing, the house I wanted last year is back on the market. They’re asking for $1 million.” Man: “Well, then go ahead and make an offer. They will probably take it. If not, go
the extra $50 thousand if you think it’s really a good price.” Woman: “Okay. I’ll see you later! I love you so much! You’re so generous!” Man: “You’re worth it. Bye!” The man hangs up. The other men in the locker room are staring at him in astonishment, with mouths wide-open. The man turns and asks, “Anybody knows whose phone this is?”
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The mysterious Thompson Nicola Regional District City Talk Arjun Singh, City Councillor The TNRD is 50 years old this year! You may have heard of the TNRD. I have found not many people really know it well. If you are a local library user, you may see the letters TNRD often. I am guessing, though, you likely don’t know
a lot about what the TNRD does. I believe the TNRD is something of which Kamloopsians can be very proud. TNRD stands for Thompson Nicola Regional District. A regional district is a federation of cities, towns, villages and rural areas that work on issues and opportunities that are shared. The TNRD encompasses a region that stretches from south of Merritt, to north of Blue River, from west of Clinton, to slightly east of Chase. There are 11 Municipalities and 10
rural “Electoral Areas” within this region. It’s a big region! Almost three years ago, I was honoured to be elected by my Kamloops
council colleagues as one of six members of council to sit on the board of the TNRD. We joined 20 directors from other municipalities and rural
areas within our region. It’s a big board! The TNRD conducts regional planning and building permitting. It brings the whole region together to plan and implement solid waste programs. Through its taxation powers, it funds a portion of the health-care buildings and equipment budget in the region. It promotes focused economic development by attracting and assisting TV and film production. Through working together with the TNRD and its member
municipalities, the City of Kamloops is able to get the lowest interest rates and some of the best terms for borrowing money. The public libraries in Kamloops are operated by the TNRD as part of a large regional library system. By partnering, all members of the TNRD have access to a larger offering of books, CDs, DVDS, and events. The Kamloops downtown library is about to go through a renovation so as to hopefully even better serve its patrons.
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Important tax tips for seniors Your Voice in Ottawa Cathy McLeod, MP As we ‘March’ towards preparing our income tax returns for 2016, I want to remind everyone that it is time to gather your medical receipts, income slips and investment income statements. Many find tax season very stressful and I want to reassure everyone that there are agencies available in Kamloops to help seniors with this task. I’ve had many reach out to me typically in July that have had their benefits cut off. This is a direct result of not filing your income tax return by April 30, 2017. Further, those who are eligible to collect the Federal Guaranteed Income
Supplement (GIS) must file an application in order to receive the supplement. It is not done automatically when you file your income tax return. The first challenge for many is deciding how you will file your tax return. Some make use of the free software offered by Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) on its website with NETFILE. This can help you receive your refund sooner, and it ensures that your personal information is sent securely. If you are used to filing a paper return, you can pick up a package from your local Canada Post outlet. If you need someone to help you, you must authorize them to represent you by filling out a form and sending it to the CRA. It is important that you trust
the person you authorize. Be sure that you take advantage of the tax credits that you are entitled to. For example: • Age amount • Income splitting • Pension income amount • Medical expenses • Disability amount • Family caregiver amount • Home accessibility tax credit This is not an extensive list and every taxpayer’s circumstances are different, you should reach out to the CRA to ask about how you can take advantage of the tax saving initiatives. If you have any questions please rest assured that you can call CRA at 1-800-959-8281 to receive some guidance with this process.
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“True enjoyment comes from activity of the mind and exercise of the body; the two are ever united.” ~ Wilhelm von Humboldt
March 2017
Book Review By Marilyn Brown
January: A Woman Judge’s Season of Disillusion
ACTIVE AGING
By Marie Corbett Broad Cove Press 2016, 335 pages A memoir Available in book stores, in eBook format, and through the TNRD
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Marie Corbett writes an interesting memoir of her career as a judge in the Ontario Superior Court of Justice, sharing insights into the strengths and weaknesses of the Canadian legal system. Her job had many challenges, including gender bias. In the 1970s and ‘80s. It was rare for a woman with small children to be promoted to judge. (Her sons were only six and three years old.) “And at that time women were a mere three percent of the judiciary …” Through wit and hard work within a 30-year career, she rises in the ranks, earning a sterling reputation as a prompt, thoughtful, thorough, and fair judge. By describing three unrelated cases before her, two of sexual assault, and one involving international drug trafficking, Ms Corbett allows the reader access to the processes of the law which most people never experience. She gives sharp observations on the people before her in court, and the reasoning behind sentencing, clear about the necessity of requiring
guilt to be proven, not assumed. In spite of her success, her satisfaction with the job wanes. Corbett finds it increasingly stressful to balance her personal and professional commitments. Her dear friend, Anne Gibson, is very ill. Anne is the force behind the Wellspring Cancer Support Foundation which began in Toronto. She is recently widowed and the future of her two young sons is at risk. Anne holds on to life for their sake. Her friend, Marie Corbett, is there for her. Ms Corbett’s role as a judge requires every remaining iota of her physical and intellectual energy. It is only at the end of the book that the author, and therefore the reader, emerges from the miasma of grief and unhappiness. January: A Woman Judge’s Season of Disillusion is both grim and inspirational – a challenging but worthwhile book, appropriate for consideration as we near March 8, International Women’s Day.
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What to do when the pain isn’t ‘all in your head’ Pain can disrupt and negatively impact one’s quality of life, and can even make the simplest daily and routine activities very difficult to perform. Health-care professionals usually look for a cause that can be related to the afflicting injury or disease, and they try to treat the cause of the pain. However, depending on what type of pain, it can be difficult
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to understand the source of the pain. When we have a high blood pressure we can measure the blood pressure and give appropriate treatment. With pain there is no medical device that can measure the pain. Pain is very much subjective and everyone experiences it differently. It can be based on cultural, physical, emotional and spiritual circumstances.
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When we look at our neighbours to the south, which includes only 4.6 per cent of the population of the world but consumes 80 per cent of the global opioid supply, one can understand that pain is a complex condition and may not always be related to physical injury. We also need to recognize all pain is real and expressions such as, “The pain must be in your head,” are not helpful. For the sake of this article and understanding of pain, I will divide pain into three categories: 1) Acute pain: Acute pain usually lasts a short time — pain that lasts less than three to six months, or pain directly related to tissue damage. 2) Chronic pain: Chronic pain lasts more than three to six months. When pain persists, it can become chronic and this pain can cause structural changes in the brain and that may cause anxiety and depression. This can cause a vicious cycle. Chronic pain causes depression and anxiety, conditions that can make the chronic pain worse. 3) Neuropathic pain:
make a few treatment suggestions; however, some of these treatment options might be out of reach for low-income population. - Some sort of exercise - Vitamin D, Omega 3 fatty acid Magnesium Glycinate - Massage therapy, physiotherapy, acupuncture and chiropractic - TENS machine - Opioid or marijuana (oil or oral intake is preferable) - Topical compounding medication - Commercial creams - Anti-inflammatory medications - Medical braces - Cognitive therapy - Acetaminophen, anti-seizure and antidepressant medication - Improving the quality (such as ibuprofen) do not of your sleep work well. Medications - Nerve block injections, designed for epilepsy or pain pumps (lidocaine) or depression can reduce surgeries symptoms. I am sure they are other The fentanyl crisis in treatments out there that B.C. and restriction on can work for you as well. prescribing opioids and You should also recognize sedatives has caused that your pain may never problems for legitimate go away completely, but patients requiring these it can be manageable and medications. you can have a reasonable I would like to quality of life. With neuropathic pain, certain nerves continue to send pain messages to the brain even though there is no ongoing tissue damage. It usually has different sensations such as: severe tingling, sensitivity and numbness. Treating neuropathic pain requires a different approach to other pain. Opioids (such as morphine) and NSAIDs
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The Connector Senior Living Choices directory gives readers a look at seniors’ residences providing extended, assisted and/or supportive living features in the city of Kamloops and communities in outlying areas. Each residence was contacted via email and/ or phone and asked to fill out a one-page questionnaire. Any missing from our list were either unable to respond to our questionnaire or were not considered to be within the parameters of extended, assisted or supportive living features to the best of our knowledge. Aside from our list, there are a plethora of seniors’ independent housing and adult communities. A few resources for listings of such nature can be found at the Centre for Seniors Information and Oncore Seniors Society. Oncore also has a Safe Suite program that provides two emergency suites, free of charge for individuals in crisis. Please call 250-828-0600 for more information.
ACTIVE SENIOR CARE SERVICES LTD.
1607 Greenfield Ave, Kamloops, BC V2B 4N4
P: 250-554-9244
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$2,450/mo & up 21 units *Salon, craft & games rooms, theatre.
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331 8th St. SE Salmon Arm, BC V1E 4C9
P: 250-833-3583 arborlodge.ca
$1,395/mo & up 22 units *Meals
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BERWICK ON THE PARK
60 Whiteshield Cres. South, Kamloops, BC V2E 2S9
P: 250-377-7275 F: 250-377-7276 bop.marketing@berwickrc.com
$2,320/mo & up 152 units
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CHARTWELL RIDGEPOINTE 1789 Primrose Court, Kamloops, BC V1S 0B7
P: 778-376-2003 F: 250-851-8809
jamon@chartwell.com $2,395/mo & up 109 units *3 meals daily, cable tv, call pendants, walking paths, health care support welcome
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THE HAMLETS AT WESTSYDE
3255 Overlander Drive, Kamloops, BC V2B 0A5
P: 250-579-9061 F: 250-579-9069
thaw.info@ thehamletsatwestsyde.com $1,699 - $2,700 for AL $4,900-$5,200 for EC 64 units AL, 112 units EC *Salon, specialized spa tub, walking paths, Red Seal chef prepared meals, tuck shop, entertainment, weekly live music, dancing, recreation room & gym.
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1955 Tranquille Road, Kamloops, BC V2B 3M4
KAMLOOPS SENIORS VILLAGE
P: 778-470-2596 F: 778-470-2597
info@brockgemstone.ca Funded - set by IHA Private Pay - Please call Funded - 125 Private Pay - 5
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1220 Hugh Allan Drive, Kamloops, BC V1S 2B3
GREENFIELD PLACE 101-1835 Greenfield Ave., Kamloops, BC V2B 8R5
P: 250-376-9596 F: 250-376-9516
greenfieldplace@shaw.ca $850 - 1 bdrm • $961 - 2 bdrm 31 - 1 bdrm | 2 - 2 bdrm units
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755 Mayfair Street, Kamloops, BC V2B 5L7
P: 778-471-7600 F: 778-471-7661
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MAYFAIR MANOR
628 Tanquille Road, Kamloops, BC V2B 3H6
gdavies@chartwell.com chartwell.com $2,315-$3,695/mo 97 units
P: 250-571-1800 F: 250-571-1799
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RIDGEVIEW LODGE 920 Desmond Street, Kamloops, BC V2B 5K6
P: 250-376-3131 F: 250-376-3151
bhawan.brar @balticproperties.ca $5,200/mo 129 beds
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PONDEROSA LODGE
P: 250-554-2323 F: 250-554-5557
Rates based on government regulations 92 units
425 Columbia Street, Kamloops, BC V2C 2T4
953 Southill Street, Kamloops, BC V2B 7Z9
Rates based on government regulations 183 beds
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PARKSIDE COMMUNITY
743 Okanagan Avenue, Chase, BC V0E 1M0
live@parksidecommunity.ca $1,975/mo & up 47 units *Only Eden Alternative Registered Community in BC’s Interior (1 of 4 in province). Visit website at parksidecommunity.ca to find out more about this Elder Directed philosophy of care.
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THE SHORES RETIREMENT RESIDENCE
P: 250-320-0400 F: 250-679-4469
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RIVERBEND MANOR
760 Mayfair Street, Kamloops, BC V2B 0E5
P: 250-376-6536 F: 250-376-6513
870 Westminster Ave, Kamloops, BC V2B 1N9
P: 250-376-0315 F: 250-376-0325
sharen.marteny@ shoresretirement.ca $2,200 - $3,200/mo 66 units *Meals
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YELLOWHEAD PIONEER RESIDENCE SOCIETY 4557 Barriere Town Road, Barriere, BC V0E 1E0
P: 250-672-0019
yprsal@telus.net 70% of yearly income 10 units
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karen@ocservices.ca $1,495+ (studios) $2,100+ (1-bdrm) Rates based on income 60 Studio Suites & 6 1-bdrm Suites *Three Meals Daily
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Try to overcome “roadblocks” to a comfortable retirement Financial Focus Submitted by Lili Seery of Edward Jones
In your life, you will want to take many journeys. Some are physical — perhaps you’ll finally visit the French Riviera or the Caribbean. Others involve personal growth — one day, you’ll finally become fluent in that foreign language you’ve been studying. But of all the destinations you can identify, few will be as important as retirement — specifically, a comfortable retirement. And that’s why it’s so important to consider the “roadblocks” you might encounter on your road to the retirement lifestyle you’ve envisioned. Here are four of the most common obstacles: Insufficient investments: Very few of us have ever reported investing “too much” for their retirement. But a great many people regret that they saved and invested too little. Don’t make that mistake. Contribute as much as you can afford to your RRSP or other employer-
sponsored retirement plan, and increase your contributions whenever your salary goes up. You may also want to consider the taxexempt growth potential that a TFSA offers, so take advantage of that opportunity, too. And always look for other ways to cut expenses and direct this “found” money toward your retirement. Underestimating your longevity: You can’t predict how long you’ll live, but you can make some reasonable guesses — and you might be surprised at your prospects. According to Statistics Canada, men reaching age 65 today can expect to live, on average, until age 83.5, while women turning age 65 today can anticipate living, on average, until age 86.6. That’s a lot of years — and you’ll need to plan for them when you create long-term saving, investing and spending strategies. Not establishing a suitable withdrawal rate: Once you are retired, you will likely need to start withdrawing money from your retirement accounts. It’s essential that you don’t withdraw too much each year —
obviously, you don’t want to run the risk of outliving your resources. That’s why you need to establish an annual withdrawal rate that’s appropriate for your situation, incorporating variables such as your age, the value of your retirement accounts, your estimated lifestyle expenses, and so on. Calculating such a withdrawal rate can be challenging, so you may want to consult with a professional financial advisor. Ignoring inflation: It’s been low in recent years, but inflation hasn’t disappeared, and it could rise at exactly the wrong time — when you’re retired. That’s why you’ll want your portfolio to include some investments with the potential to outpace inflation, even during your retirement years. By being aware of these roadblocks, and taking steps to overcome them, you can help smooth your journey toward retirement — and once you get there, you may enjoy it more. - Member – Canadian Investor Protection Fund. Member – Investment Industry Regulatory Organization of Canada.
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How to avoid affinity fraud The following is part of a series of informational articles aimed at increasing public awareness about the services provided by the Kamloops Victim Services Unit. The Unit offers a variety of information and services, at no cost, to any victim or witness of crime or trauma. All Unit members have received specialized, comprehensive training in victims’ issues, the criminal justice system and crisis intervention Services Co. techniques. The Unit is located at the main Police Detachment at 560 Battle St. Victim Services operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week and may be accessed by calling 250-828-3223. Services Relationships with Co. other people are based
in which the con artist on trust and there are uses money from new a growing number investors to make of people who use payments to earlier relationships to commit investors. Believing fraud. This fraud is their investment is known as affinity fraud. successful, excited In affinity fraud, investors enthusiastically fraudsters join a endorse it and others religious, ethnic or are convinced. As the community group scam runs its course, the and build a trusting supply of new investors relationship with inevitably runs out, the members of the group whole scheme collapses and then defraud them. and most investors lose Fraudsters introduce the their money. scam to a few prominent To avoid being a victim members of the group. of an affinity fraud, Once the relationship beware of the following: is established, the Watch out for respected group member investments or advisers introduces him/her to who exploit a religious other members of the connection. Hold group. religious financial The fraudster makes planners to the same the investment appear standards as you would legitimate. He/she uses anyone else. the pyramid or ponzi scheme. This is a ploy, See "Due diligance" page 23 often very elaborate,
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How clean is too clean? Distracted driving Submitted by Trudy Frisk
How clean is too clean? There are some easy tests. If you’re swabbing your horses’ noses with disinfectant wipes before allowing them to search your pockets for carrots; if you’re spraying your chickens with hand sanitizer; if you’re insisting the dogs can’t enter the house till they wipe all four feet on a door-mat, you’re over the dividing line — past safety, into obsession. Now, I’m certainly not a germ’s best friend. Like you, I want to halt the spread of super-bugs, to leave a hospital healthier than I went in. I don’t want to experience a public place as the modern equivalent of a plague ship. In the Middle Ages, people fearing disease could do no more than
hold bouquets to their noses to screen putrid smells. We’ve come further than that, and it’s a good thing. Have we gone just a wee bit too far? Hand sanitizers are everywhere. Newspapers and television offer comprehensive directions on hand washing. Most homeowners expect guests to remove their shoes at the door as though they were entering a religious sanctuary. This can have embarrassing complications, depending on the condition of the guest’s socks. When was the last time you saw a backyard sandbox or heard parents encouraging children to go outside and make mud pies or play trucks in the dirt? See "Calves or carrots" page 11 Despite ever increasing penalties for distracted driving and powerful and graphic education campaigns, this remains the second leading cause of car crash fatalities in B.C.
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infractions that trigger early intervention and driving prohibitions through the Driver Improvement Program (DIP). Experienced drivers who incur two or more infractions within 12 months will be considered high risk and their driving records will be reviewed by DIP, potentially resulting in a three to 12-month prohibition. New and Learning drivers who incur one distracted driving infraction will also be considered highrisk, and will be reviewed by DIP, potentially receiving a one to sixmonth prohibition. According to section 214.2 of the Motor Vehicle Act, a driver cannot operate a handheld electronic device while driving — that includes checking voice mail, making music selections, programming a GPS or looking up phone numbers. In fact, you can’t even hold the device in your hand while operating a vehicle. Also, there are restrictions on how an experienced driver may use handsfree. In addition to a Bluetooth or wired headset, you can use the speakerphone but the phone has to be securely attached to either you (a belt clip or in your pocket) or to the car; you can’t have it in your lap, loose on the seat beside you or in the cup holder. New Drivers and Learning Drivers are prohibited from using any electronic device
while driving – including navigation and handsfree – unless they are safely parked and off the roadway or calling 911. Activities that impact a driver’s ability to focus on the road come in a wide range of forms, from visual distractions inside and outside the vehicle, to cognitive distractions when using electronic devices. In fact, research indicates that drivers fail to process about 50 per cent of the visual information in their driving environment when they are using electronic communication devices. Drivers, even really good drivers, need to concentrate on the road at all times because the unexpected, such as a vehicle ahead quickly stopping, a pedestrian crossing the street without warning or cars quickly passing or merging, can happen at any time. While the law exempts drivers needing to call 911 to reach the police, fire department or ambulance service about an emergency, it does not apply to personal situations like an ill child or other urgent matters. It has to be a real emergency requiring emergency response providers. The best way to stay safe is to not use your phone at all, but if you must take a call, use a hands-free electronic device and keep the conversation brief. Stay safe Kamloops.
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Flushing money down the toilet Home Maintenance Tips Lyle Killough, Homewell Services Co.
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Kitchen flooring is extremely important because of the sheer amount of time one spends in this area of their home. Consequently, when selecting kitchen flooring you are going to want to look for a floor that fits your lifestyle in terms of durability, design and comfort. Let’s examine some of the most popular options and their benefits. Luxury vinyl This newer category
delivers high-end, realistic looks in wood and stone styles. Today’s styles are so real that you might have to touch the floor to see if it’s luxury vinyl, hardwood or stone. A great benefit of a luxury vinyl floor is that it is comfortable underfoot and generally quite warm. Additionally, a great bonus with luxury vinyl tile is that it is groutable which allows for some very cool looks! Hardwood Hardwood is classic, timeless and looks gorgeous in a kitchen. Today’s styles are available in a multitude of widths and lengths, species and colours and come in finishes that can be smooth, textured or distressed. All these options mean that your style can really shine through. Whether that style is elegant, modern or rustic there is a hardwood combination that is right for you. A
great bonus is hardwood adds to the value of your home more than other types of flooring. Tile Tile is the toughest floor available and is low maintenance. There are literally thousands of size and design options available in the tile category. The downside with tile is that floor mats might be needed in high-traffic areas and tile can be a little cold on the feet if there is not a heat mat system underneath. One very neat look we are seeing is tile that looks like wood. This can be a great option for the kitchen if you like the look of wood but want something that is a bit more durable. Whatever your style and needs may be, there is a flooring that will be best suited for you. As always, if you have any further questions give us a call!
Here’s a test for your tolerance for wasting money; take a fivedollar bill (coins won’t work) and drop it into the toilet — then flush. I’ll predict that no one will do this, yet so often when I’m working in a home, I will hear the toilet tank intermittently refill, even though no one has flushed. When I bring this to the owner’s attention it is almost always something they hadn’t noticed, or something they had stopped thinking about. A toilet that refills on its own has to be leaking. The refilling action is the toilet’s fill valve being switched on in response to the lowering level of water in the tank. There are only two places a toilet tank can leak — onto the floor or down the drain. If your toilet is leaking onto the floor, you would likely notice and do something about it, but the very common internal leak is often unnoticed or dismissed as just something a toilet does. In fact, it is only something a malfunctioning toilet does and most often, this is a problem with the flush valve. (The flush valve is the flap that opens to release the water from the tank into the bowl when you push
the flush lever.) If the fact that your toilet spontaneously refills is not sufficient proof, here are three troubleshooting tests: 1) Take the top off the tank and listen for dripping sounds coming up through the overflow tube that sticks up above the water surface. There will be dripping for some duration after a flush, but it should stop.
2) If you can’t hear dripping, flush the toilet and wait for the tank to fill, then mark the full level in the tank. Check periodically and see if the water level drops. 3) Finally, you could close the toilet’s water
shut-off valve before bed and see how much water is left in the tank in the morning, but beware of cranky shut-off valves that allow water past even when they are ‘off,’ or valves that like to leak just because you touched them. Once you are convinced, inspect the overflow tube for holes or cracks. While this is not common, it would have similar symptoms. Also be sure there is no debris or an incorrect flush chain length that is preventing the flapper from closing properly. The repair for a leaking flush valve is not usually a difficult one. It can be as simple as replacing the flapper or installing a new flush valve assembly. There are many different flush valve replacement parts and kits available in any building supply store. Toilets are surprisingly fragile and incorrect assembly is very common, so follow the instructions carefully! If this goes beyond your comfort level, call someone who can do this for you. It is generally a fast repair and the parts are not usually expensive. Alternatively, you could just learn to live with the toilet mysteriously refilling on occasion, but to me, water down the drain for no reason is like flushing money down the toilet.
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Murray worries about the Ides of March — should you?
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Ask Drake Drake Smith, Funeral Director What does the Ides of March mean anyway? It’s the 15th day of the month. It was a devastating day for Julius Caesar, but did you know that Ed Sullivan’s show was cancelled on the Ides of March as well? Neither did I, but you can read about the “Top Ten Reasons to Fear the Ides of March” if you want to ‘Google’ it. The bigger question, of course, is whether Murray (or you) should
worry about the Ides of March, or any other day (or week, month or season) for that matter. For example, do more people die in the winter than in summer? The answer, in a nutshell, is no. You are just as likely to die in May as you are in October or February. When you think about it, it makes sense that death rates are ‘flat’ (pardon the expression), and that roughly the same number of people die each month. After all, the leading causes of death are malignant neoplasm (cancer) and cardiovascular disease (heart). Stroke, lung disease and diabetes round out the top
five causes, and these conditions show no respect for the calendar. Over the years, a number of people have speculated that Christmas time and the “dead of winter” can be very depressing and, therefore, create a spike in the number of deaths. Statistics don’t support this. In fact, of the 426 people who died by suicide in 2011 (most recent year for stats in B.C.) only 25 did so in December, compared to 45 people in August. So, even if you needn’t fear the Ides of March, or any given month of the year, one thing is certain: you (and I) will die some day. And, if
you’re like most of the people I meet, you avoid talking about it and planning for this reality. That’s a shame, because you can be so helpful to your family by simply taking a few minutes to fill out Drake’s “Easy as 1-2-3 Planning Sheet.” You can download it at DrakeCremation.com, or I’ll send you one in the snail mail. Those five to 10 minutes of your time will save your family incredible stress and anxiety when you die, whether it’s on the Ides of March, or any other time. In the meantime, I hope you enjoy the flowers and warmth of spring here in Kamloops and area!
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In February 2016, a Special Joint Parliamentary Committee composed of representatives from all political parties submitted its report on Medical Assistance in Dying to the House of Commons. On June 17, 2016, Bill C-14 passed, thereby enabling medical assistance in dying, but with considerably narrower parameters than recommended by the aforementioned committee. Since then, provincial governments,
as the jurisdictions responsible for health care, have wrestled with and enacted guidelines for implementing Bill C-14. Many people are wondering about the parameters of the legislation. How might it pertain to me or my family members? What conditions apply to be considered for medical assistance in dying? Where’s a safe place to talk about the topic? How do I broach this with my family? What’s a “good death”? Is this right for me?
On March 11, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., a public forum on Medical Assistance in Dying will be held at Kamloops United Church: A Centre for Community and Spiritual Discovery (421 St. Paul St.). The forum will be educational in nature, with no stand or preference taken. For more information phone 250-372-3020 or visit kamloopsunited.ca. Speakers will include: Physician Lead for Medical Assistance in Dying for the Interior Health Authority Dr. Harsh Hundal; Dr. Philip Sigalet, family physician; and Rev. Dr. John Burton, ethicist, theologian and lawyer. Moderator of the forum will be Ms. Tara Decker, partner at HMZ Law in Kamloops. Although all four speakers have a strong background in ethics, each will address a particular aspect of the topic. Dr. Hundal will speak about the legislation and its provisions, Dr. Sigalet will provide information from a medical perspective and Rev. Dr. Burton will speak about theological and ethical considerations. Ample opportunity will be given for discussion and questions. There is no charge for the event. The forum is open to all and all are invited and welcome to attend.
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TVO celebrates 20 years of music making This year, Thompson Valley Orchestra (TVO) celebrates its 20th anniversary with another great season of orchestra concerts for Kamloops audiences. Founded in 1997 by Norris Berg, the Orchestra features an ensemble of over 50 local musicians, many of whom are students. The Orchestra regularly features local guest artists and enjoys presenting an entertaining variety of classical and popular music in its shows. Next season TVO is bracing for a
change in leadership, as Founder and Music Director Norris Berg has announced his retirement as of May 2017. Information about guest conductor opportunities with TVO can be found on our website: thompsonvalleyorchestra.ca. In the meantime, we look forward to our next exciting concert, taking place at 7 p.m. on Saturday, March 4: Classics meets Broadway will feature music by classic composers, such as Beethoven, to lively music from Broadway shows
and movie soundtracks, such as West Side Story, Pink Panther, Star Trek and more. Special guest Carmen Ranta, saxophone player, will present several solos as well as joining the Orchestra to highlight the versatility of this increasingly popular brass instrument. The concert takes place at 7 p.m., Saturday, March 4, on the North Shore at Kamloops Full Gospel Tabernacle, 1550 Tranquille Rd — admission at the door.
Calves or carrots, all require hands-on attention Continued from page 8 Whether it’s calves or carrots, the agricultural lifestyle demands handson attention. Outside, for the most part, is where it’s done. This means being exposed to all those forces of uncontrolled, mostly unsanitized, nature. How can birth, branding, castration, and eventual slaughter be made totally sanitary? They can’t, of course. Ranching and farming can be kept as clean as possible, but acceptance of the more messy parts of the life cycle underlies agriculture, and always has. It’s different, of course, for giant agri-business firms where much of the production process is automated. Not so for a family ranch or farm. Family and ranch hands herding stock on ATVs
are about as automatic as it gets. Animals, to them, aren’t just a product; they’re living creatures with whims and habits. Farmers are familiar with weather, soil, weeds, companion crops; the variables that make a successful harvest. This knowledge is being lost in an increasingly urban population, which doesn’t realize steak doesn’t begin on a tray in the meat department, milk isn’t naturally deposited in jugs, and hens (what are hens?) don’t lay clean eggs directly into cartons. Fortunately agricultural producers are forging strong bonds with urban customers. Ranchers and farmers can sell their products directly to consumers, through personal
orders or farmer’s markets. Knowledgeable butcher shops and supermarkets make a point of carrying local produce. Restaurants form partnerships with regional producers, guaranteeing their diners tasty food which also supports the local economy. These programs attract concerned consumers who are very aware of how and where the food was produced. I’ve spent my share of time trying to reason with laying hens, not one of whom wanted to surrender any of the six eggs she was sitting on. I’ve repeatedly pushed an abandoned calf’s head into a bucket till it realized that white fluid was milk, and it tasted good. We also 20 YEARS 1997-2017
ran a market garden. Don’t get me started on carrots and other crops. Planting, weeding, tilling, harvesting, usually under a scorching sun. Of course there were benefits. Our eggs couldn’t have been fresher. We separated our milk and churned our own butter. We sold extra eggs and dairy products. When cleaning and bundling vegetables for sale, we munched some of them ourselves, nothing was more delicious. We knew how these products were raised and, just as importantly, so did the villagers who bought them from us. There might have been a speck of dirt on the radishes, but no one expected otherwise. See "Microbes" page 16
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Kung Fu Logic
“Master, why does not my ability evolve and I’m always defeated?” And the master, pensive, with all his patience answers: “My dear pupil, have you seen the gulls flying by the setting sun, and their wings seem like flames?” “Yes, my master, I have.” “And a waterfall, spilling mightly over the stones but
without taking anything out of its proper place?” “Yes, my master, I have already witnessed it.” “When the moon touches the calm water reflecting all its enormous beauty?” “Yes, my master, I have also observed this phenomenon.” “That is the problem. You keep watching all this stuff instead of training.”
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should we do about that? If what you see on the news is more than you can “stomach,” then I suggest you support your microbiome, and therefore your digestion, with natural probiotic sources such as a little bit of fermented food and natural plant fiber every day (e.g. kimchi, pickled veggies, sauerkraut). Just one serving of highquality, fermented foods provides a wide variety of beneficial microbes and in terms of CFU’s (colony forming units) provides the equivalent of a full bottle of store-bought probiotic. Start with a tiny forkful a day. Cultured, fermented drinks such as kefir (milk), KeVita (coconut water), and kombucha (tea) will also encourage the growth of good bacteria in your gut. Here is an easy to make, tasty drink1 that even your kids will love: - 3 cups coconut water (no additives)
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Four years ago I was in Saskatoon in May visiting my children and grandchildren. If any of you know anything about Saskatchewan, you know spring there is like no other. The snow languishes on the ground until almost the end of April. People wait in suspended animation for spring to arrive. It’s generally been a very long winter with long stretches of -40 C plus wind chill. Windshields were scraped, cars driven through finger snow drifts, and people togged up like grey Santa Clauses. They
want spring. And they want it fast. And they know within 10 days the temperature will rise and the snow will melt overnight. The spectacular runoff will cause small streams and rivers to overflow, washing out bridges and roads. Crocuses will poke through the snow, and trees will be misty green in a week. I was on the Saskatchewan River in Saskatoon on a riverboat treating my two granddaughters to a water journey. Being late May, it was spring. The aspen tree sap had risen, leaves were lush and juicy, and the branches were hard wired with birdsong. The sky was pure cobalt blue, and the liberated water rushed its way ahead of us. But suddenly, I looked around the boat, at people seated
on the wooden benches I’ve never looked back. and almost without They post new pictures of exception everyone was my grandchildren, update finger punching their what they are doing, and cellphones. I felt such share fine moments. I get grief that the nature and instant contact when I’m beauty we were sailing having a bad day or want through was so wondrous to share my joy. There and they were missing it. is the text message — I love my devices. short, sweet, and quick. But the jury is out I’m amazed my children on the total impact are there now just a text of communication message away. technology on the world But the use of at large. We worry we are cellphones often prelosing meaningful touch empts our connection with each other and face- with each other and to-face communication with nature in the here has become lost. I and now. As addictive would be the last person creatures, hand holding to say Facebook and the device, we become other social media have alienated from our alienated me. Before I natural environment got my iPad four years and what is happening ago, I complained my in the world for the grown children were not people physically right paying much attention next to us. Earth day is to me. They talked me April 22. Many activities into getting an iPad will remind us of the and just this past year responsibility we have a cellphone. Since to make sure the earth downloading Facebook, exists to support future See "Future generations" page 16
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She is graceful still in late winter, munching our aspen, then pyramidal cedars and mountain ash, reaching for the top branches of the newly planted tree Then the butterfly bush, and forsythia that needed trimming anyway Next, last year’s stems of blue columbine that Mom brought from Saskatchewan Oh, we don’t mind – sharing our yard, the newly sprung grasses and yellow stars of dandelions that will soon appear across the lawn
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All of our bounty to feed her, and the baby I am sure she is carrying She beds down under the blue spruce where she is safe with a stomachfull of dried Shasta daisies She will leave us in late spring to give birth, away from everyone, a meadow sanctuary in June when Life will give her a fawn to feed She will hide it well in the tall grass, until it can emerge and the cycle begins again
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I have talked a lot in past articles about the importance of downsizing and decluttering. But what if this is not a viable option when you need all that you have but you have minimal storage and cupboard space? This is especially important in the kitchen. Let’s face it, we all spend a lot of time preparing and storing food. So I sought some advice from Amanda McKeen, who is a Tupperware consultant in our community, to see the benefits of their systems. Everyone has heard of Tupperware. My memories are of olive green and mustard yellow pieces. And heaven
forbid if any of us kids misplaced a piece, my mother would not give up looking for it until it was found. Which meant “us kids” would not give up until the search was fruitful! With Everything Organized we use baskets and shelving to maximize space when storage is at a premium, but what I learned when I tagged along to one of Amanda’s consults was how well their products work and how it keeps the food protected and fresh. I could talk about what I do, but I found this process interesting so I thought I’d share. Amanda started in a cupboard which held the small box items of all types and anything that comes in a bag. The cupboard was brimming on all sides and both levels, but in truth the top half of both sections in the cupboard were empty due to the odd packaging. In a short time, Amanda was able to figure out the space she had to work
with and the produce to store. Then Amanda figured how out which containers could fill this space with very little open space (the containers were more customizable than I knew) and still the layering was very functional. Now after a very short time she had all of these containers figured out and filled. What was a jumble of bags and boxes soon became two perfect rows — two deep — on both shelves, which held all of the items from that cupboard and a lot of addition items from other cupboards. This process freed up so much space! If the kitchen cupboards aren’t your problem area, remember that baskets or little bins will organize any drawer, shelf or cupboard you just need to find the right container for the job. There are also shelving units you can find to fit under sinks to maximize that problem area, too. Just stay creative!
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“Organ donation is not a tragedy, but it can be a beautiful light in the midst of one.”
Marking 10th annual World Kidney Day Kamloops celebrates its 10th annual World Kidney Day, Thursday, March 9. This international event is hosted by more than 150 countries worldwide and promotes awareness about kidney health and how to prevent kidney disease, with a special focus on obesity this year. In honour of World Kidney Day, a free health fair will take place on March 9 at Northills Centre
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on the Kamloops North Shore, 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Several health vendors will be in attendance to offer information and there will be a chance to win free door prizes. Free blood pressure, blood glucose and cholesterol checks will also be offered in an effort to identify risk factors that may lead to kidney disease. Those who struggle with hypertension, diabetes and high cholesterol are at an increased risk
Kamloops Chapter of the Kidney Foundation: Making a difference A group of dedicated volunteers who try to make a difference in the lives of renal patients. Parent organization, the Kidney Foundation of Canada B.C. and Yukon Branch, offers programs and services designed to improve the lives of those living with kidney disease are made available as well as raising awareness about organ donation and supporting innovative research on kidney disease. Call Linda at 778-470-8236.
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for developing kidney disease. Across Canada, kidney disease is currently one of the top ten leading causes of death. This event is a joint initiative between Thompson Rivers University’s School of Nursing and the Kamloops Chapter of the Kidney Foundation of Canada, B.C. & Yukon Branch. Join the cause to keep kidneys healthy in Kamloops!
Kidney Car Program may be coming to Kamloops If you have any old vehicles kicking around in your driveway or on your lot or maybe even in storage, maybe it is time to pass it along. The Kidney Foundation of Canada has a great program where you can donate your old vehicle, get a free tow and receive a tax receipt for your donation. Vehicles donated to Kidney Car can be recycled or sold, depending on the region. We called the Kidney Car donation hotline and were told that this program may be available in Kamloops starting in March. If you happen to have an old, broken down car in your driveway or garage that you need to get rid of, call Kidney Car today at 1-800-585-4479 and see if the program has finally reached our fair city and pay it forward.
Kamloops Kidney Support Group meets second Saturday each month Kamloops Kidney Support Group will meet the on the second Saturday of each month at 10 a.m. This is an informal, nonmedical group which will welcome drop-ins who have kidney issues or know someone who does. The purpose of the group is to provide peer contacts for those wishing to talk about their concerns or just have coffee with a group who understands what you’re going
through. Since the group is in its initial stage, the place, day and time will be open for discussion so please contact Edna at 250-376-6361 if you are interested but can’t make the second Saturday of the month at 10 a.m. Any patients who wish to attend but are unable to fit the outing into their budget should call Edna as well. For more information call Dorothy at 250-573-2988.
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“Drawings From the World Around Me.” Drawing has been a lifelong passion for March featured artist, Maureen Hove. The Old Courthouse Gallery, 7 West Seymour St., presents a selection of her drawings, created over the past many years. Whether in graphite, ink, charcoal or watercolour pencil, Maureen’s art is expressed most fully in her drawings! Open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tuesday to Friday, and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturdays. Handicap accessible, free parking. Visit: kamloopscourthousegallery.ca.
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Broadway and movies, such as Pink Panther, Westside Story, Porgy and Bess, Star Trek and more. Tickets at the door: Adults $15, Students $5, Family $35.
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Public forum on medically assisted death. This is an educational event for the entire community, and an opportunity to consider the recent legislation on MAiD from a legal, medical, ethical and theological perspective. Speakers include: Dr. Harsh Hundal (Chief of the MAiD program for the Interior Health Authority); Dr. Philip Sigalet (family physician); Rev. Dr. John Burton (United Church minister, lawyer and ethicist). Moderator: Tara Dekker (lawyer and ethicist). There will be ample time for questions and discussions during the event. When: Saturday, March 11; 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at 421 St Paul St. Cost: By donation.
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Barnhartvale Coffee House in the Barnhartvale Community Hall presents Doc and the Disorderlies, March 18 at 7 p.m. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and music starts at 7 p.m. The group is a four-piece acoustic band from Kamloops. Admission is $5 - free for open mic performers and children under 12. FMI contact Chrisy at 250-573-0025 or Barnhartvalecofeehouse.com.
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The Thompson Valley Activity and Social Club presents Let’s Dance, March 18. The event runs from 8 p.m. to midnight at Brock Activity Centre, 9A, 1800 Tranquille Rd. Music will be provided by the BC Barn Catz. Tickets are $10. For tickets, please call Francoise at 778-220-8010, Zonia at 250-372-0091 or Norma at 250-299-7221. 1
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“Every Person Fits Differently” Benefit Concert for the Chris Rose Therapy Centre for Autism will be on Friday, March 31, 7 p.m. at St. Paul’s Cathedral, 360 Nicola St. Featured in this concert will be Cantabile Singers, Musical Chimers, Kamloops Drum Connection and saxophonist Carmen Ranta with Gail Ovington on organ and piano. Admission is by donation. LEO-4S, LEO-4B
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Family Caregiver Series – A full day workshop: Saturday, March 25, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. A one-day workshop for family members who are caring for a person with dementia. Learn about dementia, practical coping strategies and early planning. All workshops are held at the Kamloops Alzheimer Resource Centre, 235 1st Ave., suite 405. *Pre-registration is required as space is limited. Call to register: Tara Hildebrand at 250-377-8200 or email thildebrand@alzheimerbc.org.
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The Alzheimer Society of B.C. needs volunteers now to help organize the annual Investors Group Walk for Alzheimer’s fundraising event in Kamloops, which will be held on May 7. To learn how you can help, call Marg Rodgers at 250-377-8200 or visit walkforalzhemiers.ca.
All references to HCPCS codes: Providers are responsible for determining the appropriate billing codes when submitting claims to the Medicare program, and should consult an attorney or other advisor to discuss specific situations in further detail.
(1967) Norkam Secondary 50th Grad Reunion: The reunion is being held at the Dunes Golf Course in Westsyde, Kamloops, May 20, 2017. There will be buffet dinner and music by Stan Bailey. If you are interested please contact Lynda at 250-579-9781 or Karen at 250-579-8762. Looking forward to hearing from you and seeing you in May. Come and celebrate.
Join us for a day of inspiration and invaluable discussion. PLUS help us celebrate Canada’s 150th birthday!
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Power of collaboration Continued from page 3 The TNRD operates over 115 services. Kamloops takes advantage of a portion of these services and only pays for the services we use. Through sitting on the TNRD board, I have seen the powers of collaboration, in helping offer higher-quality services, achieving efficiencies and cost savings and a better relationship and understanding between rural and urban citizens. The large and diverse board of 26 works surprisingly well together. We
don’t expect to agree on every issue but, most often, we respect the different points of view and work hard to build good relations with each other. Our current chair, Cache Creek Mayor John Ranta, and our current vice chair, Electoral Area Director Steve Rice, work to make sure directors are recognized and the meetings run smoothly. For more information visit tnrd.ca. If you want to get a hold of me, I’m always happy to hear from you: 250-320-6532 or asingh@kamlops.ca.
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Come in and register for our new online medical clinic For more information, call CLINIC 250.434.4441 PHARMACY 250.376.9991
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City seeking male cancer survivors for new program TrueNTH Lifestyle Management is a national initiative founded by Movember and Prostate Cancer Canada. This first-of-its-kind program aims to provide evidence-based physical activity, nutrition, and stress reduction resources and programming for men living with prostate cancer. Kamloops is the only municipality outside of the Lower Mainland to host this important program, which provides a unique opportunity to utilize Movember funds locally. The 12-week wellness program will run two times per week at Thompson Rivers University from March 27 to June 14. It will offer participants two supervised exercise sessions per week (one hour per session), as well as education in nutrition and stress management. The program aims to ensure that men
living with prostate cancer can adopt healthy practices through accessing scientifically validated resources and wellness programs. The program will also put men in touch with nutrition professionals who will assist in designing wellness programs for men at all stages of the disease. Registration is open until March 6. Register for this program (271782) by calling 250-828-3500. All registrants will be contacted by an exercise physiologist in order to complete an initial screening and discuss program specifics. Some registrants may be required to see their doctor or nurse practitioner before beginning the TrueNTH exercise program. While this program is prostate cancer specific, men with other cancer diagnoses are welcome to participate.
Supporting future generations Continued from page 12 generations. But if we are disconnected from the earth how can we be motivated to care for it? If we connect with nature, we cannot trash it. So, when you go for a walk in the park or on one of the wonderful walking trails in and around Kamloops, put away your device. Stay grounded on the path and inhale its beauty. Look hard, hear the sound of the wind whispering to you, smell and touch the world dancing around you and listen to nature’s message of interconnectedness and our place in it
Microbes in dirt Continued from page 11
Comfort & Security in a Beautiful Setting
Limited Rooms Available in our newly expanded 21 room residence!
We are a home that offers an active social life, nutritious meals and a carefree lifestyle. For more information on our unique, home-style assisted living residence, call or email Jenna.
250•554-9244
According to new studies, dirt may have given us protection against some medical problems as adults. Researchers suspect some auto-immune problems may be linked to the prevalence of antibiotics and anti-bacterials in the developed world. “This reduces children’s exposure to microbes,” commented Dennis Kasper, a microbiologist at Harvard Medical School, in an article in Nature, March 2012. “We as a species are not exposed to the same germs that we were exposed to in the past,” continued Kasper. “Early exposure to germs has lasting benefits. It strengthens the immune system, and can reduce the body’s inventory of…cells which can turn on the body causing a range of disorders such as asthma or inflammatory bowel disease.”
Kasper, co-author of the study, believes his group has discovered the mechanism by which the body reduces those cells. So, should we push our children outside to make mud pies and play in the dirt? Depends on that dirt’s location. An inner-city lot saturated with heavy metals: not so good. A rural yard full of earthworms, beetles, and passing ladybugs: sure, go for it. When the children come in from playing, wash, don’t sanitize, them. After all, as our antibacterials get tougher, so do the germs, and they evolve way faster than we do. Remember, nature is not our enemy, most bugs are good bugs, and, if you can eat off your floor, it’s far too clean.
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President: Ralph Lutes 250-675-5485 Hall Bookings: H. Skulmoski 250-675-2126
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Church Group 9 am 12
Church Group 9 am 19
Church Group 9 am 26
Church Group 9 am
6 Glee Club 9 am AA Discussion Group 8 pm
7 Pool 1 pm Crib 1:30 pm Rock Club 7 pm
13 Glee Club 9 am AA Discussion Group 8 pm
14 Wheels to Meals 12 pm Pool 1 pm Crib 1:30 pm
20 Glee Club 9 am AA Discussion Group 8 pm
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Pool 1 pm Crib 1:30 pm
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15 Carving 9 am Pool 1 pm
16 Quilting 10 am - 3 pm Pool 1 pm
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Quilting 10 am - 3 pm Pool 1 pm
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30 Quilting 10 am - 3 pm Pool 1 pm
1 Snooker 1 pm Canasta 1 pm Jam Session 7 pm 5
6 Guys & Gals Exercise 8:30 am Snooker 1 pm Canasta 1 pm
Bells & Bows 10 am Bingo 1 pm
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13 Guys & Gals Exercise 8:30 am Snooker 1 pm Canasta 1 pm
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20 Guys & Gals Exercise 8:30 am Snooker 1 pm Canasta 1 pm
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Pig & Whistle Tickets Now On Sale FMI Lorrie 250-955-0835 Matinees: April 27, 30, May 3 Evenings April 29, May 5 and 6 5
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Chase Creekside Seniors
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Please join us for a tour and see what we have to offer. Along with a beautiful setting on the river in Brocklehurst, we offer independent living for seniors which includes meals, housekeeping, recreation and more. Our very affordable rates are based on income and can’t be beat.
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The Connector is once again sponsoring a film at the ever-popular Kamloops Film Festival running from March 2 - 11 at the Paramount Theatre. This year we have chosen to sponsor I, Daniel Blake, which is a story about a middle-aged carpenter who suffers a heart attack and begins navigating the system, fighting to collect his employment and support allowance. On his journey he meets a single mother in a similar situation — lost in the system. An alliance is formed. I, Daniel Blake was directed by Ken Loach and is 100 minutes in length. It is rated 14A for SUNDAY, MARCH 5, 5 PM • KAMLOOPS FILM FESTIVAL coarse language.
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Scottish Country Dancing 9:30 pm - noon
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Carving 9 am Pool 1 pm
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Chase Seniors Centre SUNDAY
The Connector sponsors poignant drama at filmfest
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10:30-11:30 am Anglebay Entertainers Chorus Practice 1-3 pm Bridge 7 pm
Carpet Bowling 10 am - 12 pm Drop in Cribbage 1-3 pm Bingo 2 pm
Table Tennis 10 am
8 Hawaiian Dancing 10:30-11:30 am Anglebay Entertainers Practice 1-3 pm Bridge 7 pm
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14 Hawaiian Dancing 15 16 17 Arts & Crafts Drop In 10:30-11:30 am Carpet Bowling 10-2 pm Bring a lunch Anglebay Pasta Dinner & Silent Entertainers Chorus 10 am - 12 pm Drop in Cribbage Table Tennis 10 am Practice 1-3 pm Auction Doors open 1-3 pm Bridge 7 pm 4 pm Dinner Bingo 2 pm Gardeners Club 7 pm 5:30 - 7 pm 21 Hawaiian Dancing 22 Arts & Crafts Drop In 10:30-11:30 am 10-2 pm Anglebay Bring a lunch Entertainers Chorus Practice 1-3 pm Bridge 7 pm
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Table Tennis 10 am Health & Wealth Workshop 0 am - 3 pm
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Spring Ahead!
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Spiritualist Church 10:30 am - 1 pm
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“simplify your life” Arbor Lodge is a 22 unit independent living retirement home, with reasonable rates & personal service.
Spiritualist Church 10:30 am - 1 pm
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A comfortable, clean community
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Weightwatchers 8:30 am 7 Table Tennis 8:30 am 8 Scrabble 9:30 am Canasta 9:30 am Ladies Pool 12 noon Floor Curling 2:30 pm Advanced Line Dancing 1 pm Chess 6:30 pm Darts 1 pm Weightwatchers 5:30 pm Square Dancers 6:30 pm Scrabble 7 PM Euchre 7 pm
8:30 am Table Tennis 8:30 am Pancake Breakfast12 Table Tennis 8:30 am 13 Weightwatchers 15 Scrabble 9:30 am14 Canasta 9:30 am 8 - 11:30 am Board Meeting 9:30 am Ladies Pool 12 noon Floor Curling 2:30 pm Duplicate Bridge Keep Fit 10:45 am Advanced Line Dancing 1 pm Line Dancing 1:30 pm Chess 6:30 pm 250-515-2530 • 1 pm Darts 1 pm Crib 1:30 pm Jammers Dance Weightwatchers 5:30 pm Square Dancers 6:30 pm Camera Club 7 pm Scrabble 7 PM 7 pm Euchre 7 pm
19 Duplicate Bridge 250-515-2530 • 1 pm
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Keep Fit 10:45 am Social Bridge 1 pm Table Tennis 2pm Crib 7 pm
Weightwatchers 8:30 28 am Table Tennis 8:30 am 29 Scrabble 9:30 am Canasta 9:30 am Ladies Pool 12 noon Floor Curling 2:30 pm Advanced Line Dancing 1 pm Chess 6:30 pm Darts 1 pm Weightwatchers 5:30 pm Square Dancers 6:30 pm Scrabble 7 PM Euchre 7 pm
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Doors open 4 pm Walk-ins 6 pm Regular Games 7 pm
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St. Patrick’s Day
320A Second Ave. NE
Income Tax Program Begins 9:30am-2:30 pm Foot Care (by appt. only)
Billiards 9 am Senior Exercise 10 am 11
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Srs’ Computer Class 9:30 am - 1 pm
Revelstoke Seniors
OFFICE HOURS MON-FRI 9-4 RAINBOW CAFE OPENS 11:30-1:00
Duplicate Bridge 250-515-2530 • 1 pm
Morning Market Caregiver Support Group 10 am Board Mtg 11 am Monday Morning Market
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Srs’ Computer Class 9:30 am - 1 pm
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2 Srs’ Computer Class 9:30 am - 1 pm
Painting Group 7 8:30 am - 2:00 pm Srs’ Computer Class 9:30 am - 1 pm Spiritualist Church 7 - 9 pm Painting Group14 8:30 am - 2:00 pm Srs’ Computer Class 9:30 am - 1 pm Spiritualist Church 7 - 9 pm
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Bingo: ................................................................. Wendy 250-253-3516 Hall Rental:.............................................................. Dave 250-833-0902 Better at Home: ..................................................Wysteria 250-253-2749 Computer Class: .................................................... Darcy 250-463-4555 Tuesday Art Group: ................................................. Ross 250-832-3579 Spiritualist Church: ............................................... Norm 250-832-0442 Mount Ida Painters: .....................................................Al 250-832-5149
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Recipes of the Month
Wetherspoons Uxbridge A Group of blokes, all aged 40, discussed where they should meet for lunch. Finally it was agreed that they would meet at Wetherspoons in Uxbridge because the barstaff had big breasts and wore short skirts. Ten years later, at age 50, the friends once again discussed where they should meet for lunch. Finally it was agreed that they would meet at Wetherspoons in Uxbridge because the barstaff were attractive, the food and service was good and the beer selection was excellent. Ten years later, at age 60, the friends again discussed where they should meet for lunch. Finally it was agreed that they would meet at Wetherspoons in Uxbridge because there was plenty of parking, they could dine in peace and quiet with no loud music, and it was good value for money. Ten years later, at age 70, the friends discussed where they should meet for lunch. Finally it was agreed that they would meet at Wetherspoons in Uxbridge because the restaurant was wheelchair accessible and had a toilet for the disabled. Ten years later, at age 80, the friends discussed where they should meet for lunch. Finally it was agreed that they would meet at Wetherspoons in Uxbridge because they had never been.
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9:30 am to 1 pm Canasta, Pool & Fun Cards 1:30 pm 5
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Adult Support 9:30 am to 1 pm 12
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Adult Support 9:30 am to 1 pm 19
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Adult Support 9:30 am to 1 pm 26
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Adult Support 9:30 am to 1 pm
Breakfast 8 - 10 am
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Carpet Bowling 9:30 am
Adult Support 8 9:30 am to 1 pm Canasta, Pool & Fun Cards 1:30 pm
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Adult Support15 9:30 am to 1 pm Carpet Bowling Canasta, Pool & 9:30 am Fun Cards 1:30 pm 21 Adult Support22 9:30 am to 1 pm Carpet Bowling Canasta, Pool & 9:30 am Fun Cards 1:30 pm 28 Adult Support29 9:30 am to 1 pm Carpet Bowling Canasta, Pool & 9:30 am Fun Cards 1:30 pm
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5 Bingo 5-9 pm Elks Hall
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6 Carpet Bowling 1-3 pm
13 Carpet Bowling 1-3 pm
19 3rd Sunday Social 12:30 Wells Gray Inn
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Giant Crib Legion 10 am M&M Lunch Wells Gray Inn 12:30 pm
20 Carpet Bowling 1-3 pm
27 Carpet Bowling 1-3 pm
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Carpet Bowling 9:30 am General Meeting 3 pm
Farmer’s Market 10 am - 1 pm 10
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Carpet Bowling 9:30 am Whole Health Footcare Carpet Bowling 9:30 am
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Windows 10 Info 1 pm 24
(unless otherwise noted)
Phone: 250-674-8185
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Carpet Bowling 1-3 pm
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Seniors’ Crib 1pm Legion Luncheon 10:30 am Music & @ Elks Hall Refreshments 1 pm
21 Bunco 1:30 pm Seniors Drop-in Centre
22 Crib 1pm Legion
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Mix together topping ingredients and then set aside. In another mixing bowl, beat together butter and sugar. Add eggs and continue to beat until 11 light and creamy. Mix soda into sour cream and add. Add baking powder and flour. Beat until well blended. Turn 2/3 of batter into well-buttered 9” square pan. Sprinkle with 2/3 of the 18 topping mixture. Carefully swirl knife tip through batter and topping. Add remaining batter. Sprinkle remaining topping over batter. Bake at 350°F for 30-35 minutes.
Dinner 5 pm @Legion
10 Hike: Meet @ Strawberry Moose 9 am Darts 7 pm Legion
16 17 Carpet Bowling Hike: Meet 1-3 pm @ Strawberry Writer’s Circle Moose 9 am 2 pm Library Darts 7 pm Legion
Carpet Bowling 1-3 pm
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Batter: 1/2 cup butter or margarine 1 cup sugar 2 eggs 1 1/2 tsp baking powder 1 tsp baking soda 1 1/2 cups flour 1 cup sour cream
Evergreen Acres
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Sour Cream Coffee Cake Topping: 1/4 cup brown sugar 1/4 cup finely chopped nuts 1 tsp cinnamon
Carpet Bowling 9:30 am
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THURSDAY FRIDAY 1 2 3 WGCSS Meeting Hike: Meet Seniors Drop In Carpet Bowling 1-3 pm @ Strawberry Centre 10 am Writer’s Circle Moose 9 am Bingo 10 am Crib 1pm Library @ 2 pm Darts 7 pm Legion Legion 7
Farmer’s Market 10 am - 1 pm
Whole Health Footcare
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Reprinted with permission and in loving memory from Eleanore Moore’s cookbook “Family Favourites, Past & Present”
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Yield: 12 - 16 servings
Easy to make, but ‘oh’ so good
Lemon Squares 1 cup rolled oats 1 cup flour 1/2 cup coconut (unsweetened) 1/2 cup chopped walnuts 1/2 cup brown sugar 1 tsp baking powder 1/4 tsp salt 1/2 cup margarine melted
1 can Eagle Brand sweetened milk (14 oz) 1/2 cup real lemon juice In a large bowl mix together the dry ingredients. Pour melted margarine into the dry ingredients and mix until crumbly. Spread a little more than onehalf the crumbs in an 9x9 pan and press down firmly. Mix - 1 can Eagle Brand milk with 1/2 cup real lemon juice. Blend well together. Pour over crust. Sprinkle remainder of crumbs over milk/lemon base. Bake at 350°F (180°C) for 25-30 minutes. Cool thoroughly before cutting. Yield: approximately 16 squares
This recipe makes soft ‘cake-type’ cookies
Chocolate Drop Cookies
1 cup brown sugar 1/4 cup shortening or butter 1 egg 1/2 cup milk 1 1/2 cups flour 1/2 tsp soda 2 squares unsweetened chocolate, or 2/3 cup cocoa 1/2 cup nuts 1 tsp vanilla 1/2 cup cherries (optional) Cream sugar and shortening, add unbeaten egg. Add milk, with flour and soda alternately. Stir in melted chocolate (or cocoa), nuts, cherries and lastly vanilla. Drop from teaspoon on lightly greased cookie sheets. Bake at 350°F for 15 to 20 minutes. These cookies spread and rise.
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New opportunities await 55+ B.C. Games participants
March 2017
SUNDAY
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Savona and Area 50+
O.A.P.O Branch #129
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WEDNESDAY Exercise 8:30 am Coffee 9:30 am UPS 7 pm
5 Savona Weight Loss6 Club 8:15 am Exercise 9:30 am Crafts 1 pm Carpet Bowling 6:45 pm
12 Savona Weight Loss 13 Club 8:15 am Exercise 9:30 am Crafts 1 pm Carpet Bowling 6:45 pm
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Exercise 8:30 am
Club 8:15 am Exercise 9:30 am Crafts 1 pm Carpet Bowling 6:45 pm
21 Exercise 8:30 am
26 Savona Weight Loss 27 Club 8:15 am Exercise 9:30 am Crafts 1 pm Carpet Bowling 6:45 pm
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Pot Luck Dinner
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15 Exercise 8:30 am Coffee 9:30 am UPS 7 pm
22 Exercise 8:30 am Coffee 9:30 am UPS 7 pm
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8 Exercise 8:30 am Coffee 9:30 am UPS 7 pm
Exercise 8:30 am
29 Exercise 8:30 am Coffee 9:30 am UPS 7 pm
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Exercise 8:30 am Carpet Bowling 6:45 pm
9 Exercise 8:30 am Carpet Bowling 6:45 pm
16 Exercise 8:30 am Carpet Bowling 6:45 pm
23 Exercise 8:30 am Carpet Bowling 6:45 pm
30 Exercise 8:30 am Carpet Bowling 6:45 pm
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Pot Luck 5 pm
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Seniors Exercises 10:30 am Cribbage 2:30 pm
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Exercise 8:30 am Coffee 9:30 am Crib 7 pm
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Drop-in Centre 80 – 150 Opal Village Centre Mall 3
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10 Open 9 am - 3 pm Bingo 1 - 3 pm
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17 Open 9 am - 3 pm Bingo 1 - 3 pm
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24 Open 9 am - 3 pm Bingo 1 - 3 pm
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Open 30 9 am - noon Carpet Curling 9 am
31 Open 9 am - 3 pm Bingo 1 - 3 pm
League Bowling 10 am - 2 pm
League Bowling 10 am - 2 pm
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League Bowling 10 am - 2 pm
20 Seniors Exercises 10:30 am Cribbage 2:30 pm
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21 Hall 11:00 am Bingo 1 pm Duplicate Bridge 7 pm
28 Hall 11:00 am Bingo 1 pm Duplicate Bridge 7 pm
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THE MERRITT SENIORS ASSOC. and O.A.P.O. Br. #168 1675 Tutill Court • Phyllis Riley, President
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Hall 11:00 am Bingo 1 pm Duplicate Bridge 7 pm
31 Carpet Bowling, Cards, & Pool 12:30 - 4 pm
Open 9 am - 3 pm Bingo 1 - 3 pm
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8 Carpet Bowling 1 pm Whist 7 pm
15 Carpet Bowling 1:30 pm Court Whist 7 pm
22 Carpet Bowling 1:30 pm Court Whist 7 pm
29 Carpet Bowling 1:30 pm Court Whist 7 pm
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2 Handicap Floor Curling 10 am Floor Curling 1 pm
Carpet Bowling 1 pm Whist 7 pm
Seniors Exercises 10:30 am Cribbage 2:30 pm
Bingo
2 Open 9 am - noon Carpet Curling 9 am
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Hall 11:00 am Bingo 1 pm Duplicate Bridge 7 pm
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1 Open 9 am - noon League Bowling 10 am - 2 pm
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Bingo
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17 Carpet Bowling, Cards, & Pool 12:30 - 4 pm
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Carpet Bowling, Cards, & Pool 12:30 - 4 pm
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Logan Lake Seniors 50+
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16 Pot Luck noon & General Meeting 1pm
4 Bingo
Carpet Bowling, Cards, & Pool 12:30 - 4 pm
Guys Games
Closed
Exercise 8:30 am Coffee 9:30 am Crib 7 pm
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Carpet Bowling, Cards & Pool 12:30 - 4 pm
Bridge
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Guys Games
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Carpet Bowling, Cards & Pool 12:30 - 4 pm
Bridge
8 Closed
Carpet Bowling, Cards & Pool 12:30 - 4 pm
Bridge
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7 Carpet Bowling, Cards & Pool 12:30 - 4 pm
Bridge
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2 Guys Games
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Donna Schwieger 250-373-2334
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Merritt Senior Centre
6605 Buie Road/Savona Access Rd
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Seniors Games Society in order to take part in playoffs and/or the Games. Annual membership is $20, and there is a one-time $5 Zone 8 registration fee for anyone trying out or participating. If no playoff is required or if you qualify for the Games during a playoff, the participant fee is $50 and must be paid to Zone 8 by June 29. Zone 8 pays the sport fees from a B.C. Government lottery grant gratefully received for 2017. Normally, you submit your registration and waiver forms and fees through your sport event coordinator or at a monthly meeting. To help keep us operationally afloat, we invite folks of all ages to our fundraising lunch on April 20. The $15 tickets will be available at the next meeting, from members, or contact Linda at 250-679-3557 or lindahaas@ xplornet.com to reserve them. Besides a delicious lunch, there will be a shared pot draw, bucket auction, and a candy guess. This fun event promotes social interaction while supporting Zone 8 seniors. The next meeting is March 16, 10 a.m. at the Chief Louis Centre, Tk’emlups Indian Band, on Shuswap Road. Everyone is welcome. Keep active, be healthy: Join us and have fun too!
Ashcroft, B.C. 250-453-9828
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Submitted by Linda Haas The 55+ B.C. Games take place Sept. 12-16, 2017 in Vernon, Armstrong, and Coldstream, with 27 sports/activities to enjoy, including new events: mountain bike, squash, women’s soccer, and once again equestrian, horseshoes and bocce. To find out if the event you are interested in requires a playoff, contact the sport event coordinator on the Zone 8 website accessed through 55plusbcgames. org or contact Registrar Heather Sinclair at heather55plus@gmail.com or 250-682-4121. You may try out for more than one, but you may only enter one sport or recreational activity at the Games. If you are not sure what a particular event is all about, contact the sport coordinator. Three playoffs are already set. Contact the coordinator as soon as possible if you are interested to determine the necessity of the playoff and to make a schedule. Please note there are two changes to the contact list published in February and to the brochures: In ice curling, Liz Karpluk replaces Kathy Arnold, and James Roberts will look after mountain bike as well as curling. We are still looking for coordinators for slo-pitch, soccer, men and women (one person could do both), bocce, squash and whist. You must be a member of the B.C.
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9 Floor Curling 1 pm
16 Handicap Floor Curling 10 am Floor Curling 1 pm
23 Floor Curling 1 pm
30 Floor Curling 1 pm
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Women’s Institute March Update Overlander WI’s next meeting will be March 3 at 10 a.m. It is a convenorship meeting for education and cultural activities and we will be hearing from guest speaker, Dr. Laura Dewar. Dewar has been a death investigator for 20 years in B.C.’s South Cariboo region and has her PhD in the Molecular Cardiac Physiology Laboratory at SFU, in the department of biomedical physiology and kinesiology. Her current research examines the causes of sudden, unexpected death in the young (SUDY): the non-traumatic death of an apparently healthy young person under the age of 40. (When a newborn is involved, it’s often referred to as sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). A significant portion (perhaps 20 per cent or higher) of these tragic deaths may be due to inherited cardiac disorders that do not show up at autopsy. Given that these disorders are inherited, if the cause of death is not identified, surviving family members
may be at risk. Most death investigation agencies in Canada do not routinely use genetic testing to help determine cause of death. In addition to uncovering the molecular mechanisms of sudden cardiac death underlying SUDY, Laura’s thesis work includes development of guidelines for coroners and medical examiners to assist agencies in the investigation of SUDY deaths, and help SUDY-affected families find answers. Laura is also part of the “SUD in Western Canada” research network consisting of clinicians, researchers and death investigation agencies working together to determine the causes of SUDY. While Laura’s graduate research is independent of the B.C. Coroners’ Office, it has implications, which may greatly benefit the Offices’ practices and help grieving families. If anyone is interested in attending or need more information, please call Cathy at 250-376-9810.
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Bar Open 2 pm - 7 pm
Bar Open 2 pm - 10 pm Darts
Bar Open 12 pm - 11 pm Darts 7:30 - 11 pm
Bar Open 12 pm - 11:30 pm Crib 7 pm Darts 7:30 pm
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Sunday Night Dance Chair Fitness 10am Lunch 7:30 - 11 pm 11:30 am-1pm $10 at the door
Euchre 1:30 pm
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Sunday Night Dance Chair Fitness 10am Lunch 7:30 - 11 pm 11:30 am-1pm $10 at the door
Euchre 1:30 pm
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BINGO! Join us every Tuesday night Doors open at 4 pm Games start at 6:10 pm Dinner menu changes weekly!
Lunch 11:30 am-1pm Cribbage 1 pm
7 Wood Carving 10 am BINGO 6 pm
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Bar Open 12 pm - 7 pm NO DANCE
Meat Draw 2:30 pm
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Bar Open 12 pm - 11:30 pm Dance Strange Brew $10pp
8 Lunch 11:30 am-1pm Cribbage 1 pm
Wood Carving 10 am BINGO 6 pm
15 Lunch 11:30 am-1pm Cribbage 1 pm
21 Wood Carving 10 am BINGO 6 pm
22 Lunch 11:30 am-1pm Cribbage 1 pm
28 Wood Carving 10 am BINGO 6 pm
29 Lunch 11:30 am-1pm Cribbage 1 pm
2 Stitchers Club 10 am Bridge 1 pm Whist 1 pm 9 Stitchers Club 10 am Bridge 1 pm Whist 1 pm
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Bar Open 12 pm-7 pm
Bar Open 12 pm - 7 pm
NO DANCE
Meat Draw 2:30 pm
Bar Open 24 12 pm - 11:30 pm Dance Siera $10pp
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Bar Open 12 pm - 7 pm
31 Bar Open 12 pm-7 pm NO DANCE
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Oncore Seniors Society, in conjunction with Canada Safeway will help you with your shopping. Two options available: phone-in or in-store.You can shop on your own or have the help of a friendly volunteer.
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Lunch 11:30 am-1pm Canasta 1 pm
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FREE DELIVERY (with minimum $35 order)
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Pot Luck Lunch 12 pm Canasta 1 pm
31 Lunch 11:30 am-1pm Canasta 1 pm
Phone and place your grocery & prescription orders.
Grocery Shopping Assistance
Meat Draw 2:30 pm
16 17 Pancake Breakfast 18 Stitchers Club Lunch 9 - 11 am Prostate Cancer 10 am 11:30 am-1pm Support Group 10 am Bridge 1 pm Canasta 1 pm TVSC Dance Whist 1 pm Irish Dinner 5 pm 8 pm - 12 am 23 24 25 Stitchers Club 10 am CLOSED Bridge 1 pm Whist 1 pm 30 Stitchers Club 10 am Bridge 1 pm Whist 1 pm
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just to show them how wrong they are, here’s five dollars.” “Thanks,” replied the youth, “I’ll put this in my school fund.” “What are you studying in school?” asked Larry. The lad smiled and said: “Applied psychology.”
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A college pizza delivery boy arrived at the house of Mr.Smith. He delivered the pizza to his trailer. After giving it to him, Mr. Smith asked: “What is the usual tip?” “Well,” replied the youth, “this is my first trip here, but the other guys say if I get a quarter out of you, I’ll be doing great.” “Is that so?” snorted Mr. Smith. “Well,
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Executive Meeting Bar Open 12 pm - 11:30 pm Crib 7 pm Darts 7:30 pm
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Bar Open 2 pm - 7 pm
9 Bar Open 12 pm - 11:30 pm Crib 7 pm Darts 7:30 pm
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Bar Open 2 pm - 7 pm
Bar Open 2 pm - 10 pm Darts
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Bar Open 2 pm - 10 pm Darts
Meat Draw 2:30 pm
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6 Bar Open 2pm - 10 pm Darts
Meat Draw 2:30 pm
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Tickets for the Irish Dinner are available at the Activity Centre Call 778-470-6000
Available every Thursday 9 am to 12 pm
Call and join the free service where good friendships are made over coffee and cookies. For more information please call
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Loyal order of Moose • women of the Moose • Moose Legion
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March events at Desert Gardens We have some exciting things happening in March. To start off March on Wednesday, March 1 at noon, we have in concert – The Great Plains – Saskia and Darrel. They play and sing fabulous Canadian music with Celtic, Bluegrass, Country and Gospel Flavors. Please come and join us for an afternoon of great entertainment. Tickets can be purchased at Seniors Community Centre at Desert Gardens for $10 each or at the door for $12. For further information please feel free to call Seniors Community Centre at 250372-5110. Hope to see you there on March 1. We are excited to introduce a new program at the Centre. It is Chair Fitness with Michelle — a class with functional movement and range of motion to keep us
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independent and healthy. Chairs and exercise bands are used. It runs every Tuesday and Thursday from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Come on down and give it a try — everyone is saying, they feel so much better. St. Patrick’s dinner will be held Thursday, March 16 at 5 p.m. The cost is $11. Please call in advance to book 250-372-5110. March 23 at 5 p.m. we will be having a Turkey Dinner with all the trimmings for $13. Please reserve your seat by March 20 at the latest by calling 250-372-5110 or dropping in and putting your name on the list. Hope to see you there. The AGM for Seniors Community Centre will be held Wednesday, March 29 at 1 p.m. in the Mohave Room, 540 Seymour St. Memberships are still for sale at $15 each. You must be a current member to
attend the AGM and have the privilege of a vote. Your membership gives you a free Birthday Dinner in month of birth and Christmas Social hosted by the Centre. We would like to thank everyone who made donations towards the new tables for our Centre. We now are able to fill our quota for tables. Without your kind generosity this would never have been possible. Thank you. A special thank you to our wonderful Ladies’ Auxiliary who so tirelessly give of their time to raise monies for our Centre. Throughout the year they donate funds raised through their gift shop and purchase items we may need. We cannot thank Shirley Lunan enough for her amazing generosity in giving her time and energy in keeping our Centre spic and span by painting,
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Centre Hours: Mon-Fri: 9am - 4pm Weddings & private functions: Anytime! EVERY SUNDAY 5 The Gospel Message 3 pm
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Oasis Cafe: Open Mon - Fri: 8:30 am until 1 pm Dinners on Tues & Thurs 5pm
EVERY MONDAY 6 EVERY TUESDAY 7 Coffee Club 10 am Chair Fitness 9:30 am Chair Yoga 11 am Coffee Club 10 am Weightwatchers 5:30 pm Weightwatchers 11:30 am Kiwanis Club 11:45 am Kamloops Blazers Grape Vine 12 pm Booster Club Dinner Bridge 1 pm 6:30 pm DG Dinner Party 5 pm 13 Table Tennis 7 pm14
Submitted by Shirley Lunan Happy St. Patrick’s Day and Happy Birthday to Frances Watt on her 104th birthday, from all your friends at Desert Gardens. We have lots of Easter bunnies and more for your Easter gifts. They will be out on April 3. Come on down and have lunch or coffee. Our hours are Monday to Friday, 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Hope to see you soon.
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FITNESS & SELF DEFENSE BY TOM LAROCHE 10:30 AM
EVERY WEDNESDAY Coffee Club 10 am Chair Yoga 11 am Mahjong 1 pm 8 Scrabble 1 pm Two Toonie Tea 2:30 pm
EVERY THURSDAY Toastmasters 7 am Chair Fitness 9:30 Coffee Club 10 am 9 Mother Goose 10 am Gamblers Anon 11 am Grape Vine 12 pm Table Tennis 12:30 pm SCC Dinner Party 5 pm Toastmasters 7 pm16 Square Dancing 7 pm
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cleaning, volunteering and the list goes on. With Shirley’s enthusiasm, it makes us all proud to be a part of SCC. Until next month we will bid adieu and hope to see you around the Centre. You are always welcome. Hoping that next month we can report that the daffodils and tulips are blooming.
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North Shore Community Centre news Submitted by Jo-Ann Eisenberger It’s hard to believe that spring is almost here. The days are getting longer and the sun is getting warmer. I’m sure I have seen new green plants poking out of the ground looking towards the sky. We have endured a long and snow-filled winter; I hope that the spring will make up for it. Coming up this month is one of our biggest events ever! We only do this twice a year and everyone looks forward to it. The tables have been booked for months and people keep asking when is it happening? You guessed it — March 17 and 18 brings the Annual Spring Antique
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Continued from page 7 Be skeptical of anyone who discourages you or other investors from seeking professional advice from neutral, outside experts, such as lawyers, accountants, investment counselors, bankers, or the Better Business Bureau. Beware of any new member of your group who begins talking about wealth-building investments.
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springtime walking and hiking. This is a great way to take care of you! You can reach Suzanne at 250-554-4500 or go to www.foreverfeetfootcare.ca for more information. There is also Revive Mobile Chair Massage offered once a month at the Centre. You can call Heather at 778-220-2855 to book an appointment. The coffee is always on in the Maple Room where you will find great friends, great conversation and great crafts for sale. Wishing everyone a Happy St Patrick’s Day from the North Shore Community Centre.
for the North Shore Community Centre and all the proceeds go towards keeping the Centre activities running and available to everyone at an affordable cost. There are also several exercise classes in progress and all are available on a dropin basis. You can pick from Zumba, Gentle Nia, Fitness Fun for Seniors, Yoga, Pattern Dance, Dance with Me and Tai Chi. Please check the calendar for the latest schedule of our ongoing classes. You can do some relaxing and pampering with Foreverfeet Footcare on Wednesdays and have your feet ready for some
and Collectibles Sale. We have been preparing, sorting, organizing and coordinating items, as well as recruiting volunteers to help us with this large undertaking. If you are a collector of sorts you will not want to miss this occasion. Everything from cups and saucers, to jewellery, old books, coins and spectacles can be found at this sale — and all under one roof. Admission to this event is $3 — a small price to pay to find that special treasure you may have been searching for. There is no admission charge for children under 12. This event is a fundraiser
Get a prospectus or other written information. A legitimate salesperson must provide detailed, written materials outlining the nature of the investment, the risks involved, financial statements and any restrictions on getting your money out. Check out the promoter and the investment. Contact the B.C.
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Spiritual Thought Rev. David Schumacher The following is a modern-day parable circulating online from an anonymous source. His name was Tim. He had wild hair, wore a T-shirt with holes in it, jeans, and flip flops. This was literally his wardrobe for his entire four years of university. He was brilliant, mind you, and kind of profound, and very, very bright. He became a Christian while attending university. Across the street from the campus was a well-dressed, very conservative church. They wanted to develop a ministry to the students but were not sure how to go about it. One Sunday Tim decided to go to this church. He walked in with flip flops, jeans, his “holy” T-shirt, and wild hair. The service has already started and so Tim walked down the aisle looking for a seat. The church was completely packed that day. It must have been a special occasion, and so, Tim couldn’t find a seat.
By now, people were really beginning to look uncomfortable, but no one said anything. Tim got closer and closer to the front of the church, and when he realized there were no more seats available, he just squatted down right on the carpet — right under the pulpit. Well, by now the people were really uptight, and the tension in the air was as thick as thieves. About this time, from way at the back of the church, a deacon slowly made his way down the aisle towards Tim. He was an elderly gentleman, well into his ‘80s. He had silvergrey hair, and he wore a three-piece suit — a godly man, very elegant, quite dignified, and somewhat courtly. He walked with a cane and, as he started down the aisle towards this boy, people started whispering to themselves that you can’t blame him for what he’s going to do. How can you expect a man of his age and of his background to understand some university kid sitting on the floor? It took a long time for the man to reach Tim. The church was completely and totally silent except for the clicking of the
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began to worship with him so he wouldn’t be alone. When the pastor finally caught his breath, he said, “What I’m about to preach, you will never remember. What you have just seen, you will never forget.” Be careful how you live. You may be the only Christian some people see and the only Bible some people read!
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man’s cane. All eyes were focused on him. You couldn’t even hear anyone breathing. The pastor couldn’t even start his sermon until the deacon did what everyone thought he had to do. When this elderly man drew near to Tim, he dropped his cane on the floor. With some difficulty, he lowered himself and sat down next to the boy and he
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Part 3 - St. Petersburg
Nancy Van Veen They call it “The Venice of the North.” And sailing down the Neva River into St. Petersburg I felt the same anticipation I did approaching the fairytale city of Venice — but that’s another trippy tale! Our first morning in St. Petersburg began with a tour of The Catherine Palace, a world-renowned showcase of Baroque and Neoclassical architecture, amazing art, antiques and grand gardens. Among the palaces most noteworthy rooms are the ballroom, the agate and amber rooms and the chapel. Originally built in 1717 as a summer palace by Catherine the Great (just a quaint getaway), it was later redone in the Rococo style by her daughter. Kids! Never have I seen such beauty and staggering opulence! That afternoon we braved the busy metro and set forth on a city walking tour, marvelling every step of the way at the
ornate, pastel coloured buildings. We strolled along the busy canal system stopping at The Spilled Blood Church, the vast Palace Square, The Winter Palace and various sculptures and statues, the most iconic being The Bronze Horseman, honouring Peter The Great, who founded this great city in 1707. That evening’s entertainment was a Cossack folk music and dance show. I would highly recommend this option. Far from cheesy, it was authentic and lively. Our second day in St. Petersburg was the piece de resistance — I took part in a full day Hermitage Museum tour. Even off-season The Hermitage is outrageously crowded, so it’s crucial to get an early start. You will be rewarded with viewings of priceless museum pieces and works of art by Picasso, Van Gogh, Gauguin, Rembrandt and many more! Next we were truly privileged to access the extended
collection held off site in secure vaults. It was a rare treat to examine ancient frescoes, sculptures, Romanov furniture and unique items from around the world that had been given as gifts to the tsars. Most memorable was an collection of imperial carriages. They were in remarkable condition and embellished with lovely murals, gold leaf and red velvet. One of the greatest oddities I encountered there was a 2000 year old mummified horse. Later that evening we were treated to a Russian Ballet performance of Swan Lake. The costumes, sets and dancing were second to none, as was the venue— the gorgeous Baroque Alexandrinsky Theatre. My last day was spent wandering about picking up last minute souvenirs. The highlight was a visit to the Russian Museum which boasts an intriguing collection of Soviet folk and modern Russian art. The feature exhibit at the time was a selection of works by
Kandinsky. From the posh shopping districts, grand palaces and stately parks to the gritty working class neighbourhoods, St. Petersburg is fascinating city and demands more time than I was afforded. Other sites to consider would be Peterhof Palace, Peter and Paul Fortress, Saint Isaac’s Cathedral, The Kazan Cathedral and The Mariinsky Theatre. It’s difficult to process my Russian experience due to the vast amount of historical, cultural and artistic information I absorbed during my journey. When I close my eyes and think back I envision gilded mirrors and mirrored waterways, colourful fall forests, chubby cherubs, kicking Cossacks and black and white swans pirouetting! I will say, for anyone naively looking for a simplistic narrative, they will not find it. Russia is humble and proud, multi textured, sad, beautiful and incredibly complex. In other words — Churchill was right! Next time, we spend a few days in Helsinki!
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Aberdeen Lions Club meets on the second and fourth Tuesday of the month at noon. Meetings are held at 9-A 1800 Tranquille Rd. Call 250828-1765. Afternoon Auxiliary to RIH meets the first Monday of the month, 1:30 p.m. at Royal Inland Hospital, Conference room 1. Everyone is welcome. The Afternoon Auxiliary to RIH Thrift Seller is open Monday to Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturdays, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Located at 146 Victoria St. Alzheimer Caregiver and Early Support Stage groups meets the second Thursday of the month, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
and the fourth Thursday of the month, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Alzheimer Society Resource Centre, 405, 235 – 1st Ave. For more information please contact Tara Hildebrand, support and education coordinator Alzheimer Society of B.C. at 250377-8200. Army Navy & Airforce Veterans in Canada - Unit 290. We are a non-profit organization dedicated to helping veterans and the community. We are located at #9177 Tranquille Rd. Contact information: 250-554-2455.
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Chronic Pain Association of Kamloops meets the last Wednesday of each month at noon at People In Motion, 182B Tranquille Rd., for resources, support and fellowship. There is parking in the back. Call Ashley at 778-257-1986 or email ash.westen@ gmail.com. Diabetes Support: There are two support groups in Kamloops. RiverBend (760 Mayfair St), last Tuesday/month, phone 778-470-8316 for details; and, Hamlets (3255 Overlander Dr.), first Monday/month, phone 250-579-5707 for details. Fraternal Order of Eagles welcomes you, 755 Tranquille Rd. Saturday and Sunday: Meat draws from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday: Pull Tab draws from 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Wednesday: Horse races from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Do you enjoy singing in harmony and a great variety of songs? Kamloops Happy Choristers invites new members who are 55 and over for a social atmosphere and a chance to sing for senior residences and public concerts. We meet every Wednesday from 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the Heritage House. For more information call Sharon at 250-579-9505.
Kamloops Antiques, Collectibles and Heritage Club meets on the second Thursday of every month, September to June at Heritage House on Lorne St. (Riverside Park). Guests and new members welcome. All meetings start at 7 p.m. For more information call Bernice at 250-372-0468 or 250377-8364 and ask for Joyce Kamloops Bridge Club meets at Heritage House every Monday at 7 p.m. A game for 0 to 49 points and an open game. Every Tuesday at 7 p.m. for 0 - 299 points players. Every Thursday at 7 p.m., at Cottonwood, games for 0 - 199 points players and open game. Coffee, tea and goodies are available.
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FMI email Brenda at bmathews@tru.ca. Kamloops Elks Lodge #44 meets at 7:30 p.m. every second Thursday of each month at 784B Victoria St. We have served the community since 1920. You are invited to come and meet the members. New members are welcome. The hall is also available for gatherings, meetings, etc. FMI please call 250372-2737 or 250-5734632. Kamloops Family History Society meetings take place at Heritage House in Riverside Park on the fourth Thursday of each month from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. (September to May, except December). All are welcome. For more information call Connie at 250-852-3218. Kamloops Floor Curlers meet Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Heritage House, top floor, Riverside Park. New members always welcome. Free parking for members. No special equipment needed. New teams are drawn each day. There are two games and coffee each day. The group runs all year. Call Kay at 250-376-0917, Kay at 250-828-0819 or Liz at 250-372-5493. Kamloops Garden Club is having its monthly meeting on Wednesday, March 22 at 7 p.m. at the Heritage House, 100 Lorne Street (Riverside Park). We'll have an informative guest speaker and time to talk gardening ideas with the group. New members are always welcome. Kamloops Heritage Model Railroad Club meets on the first Friday of each month at 7 p.m. Come and investigate a great hobby. Call 250-554-3233 for more information. The Kamloops Ostomy Support Group is a group for ostomates and their support persons. Enhance your quality of life through interaction with others who live with an ostomy. FMI please call: Edie at 250-819-
0945 or Nightingale Medical at 250-3778844. Kamloops Parkinson Awareness Group meets the third Wednesday of each month from Sept. to June, at Desert Gardens, 540 Seymour Street — 1 p.m. For more information contact Rendy at 250-374-0798. Kamloops Prostate Cancer Support Group meet at 10 a.m. on the third Saturday of the month at The Seniors Activity Centre, 9A-1800 Tranquille Rd. Phone 250-376-4011 or email larube_kam@shaw.ca. It has been said that change is better than rest. We at Kamloops Riverside Lawn Bowling Club invite you to find out for yourselves. Bowling takes place six days a week from March to September. Come as an individual or a group. The first three sessions are free. For more information contact Roy Simmons at 250-374-2135 or visit kamloops riversidelawn bowlingclub.com. The world famous Kamloops Rube Band practices on Monday evenings (except holidays), 7:30 p.m. at the Kamloops Yacht Club, 1140 River St. New members with playing experience are invited to drop by and join the band, having fun with music. FMI please call Terry Phillips at 250-3741606. Kamloops Tai Chi Club practices Yangstyle short form Tai Chi, Sword form and Qigong. Join our non-profit group every Tuesday at 7 p.m. at St. Andrews Presbyterian Church. For more information contact Dave at 250372-0717 or Claudette at 250-851-0944. Please visit our website at www. kamloopstaichiclub.com. Kamloops Stamp Club meets at 2 p.m. on the second Tuesday of each month at Mt. Paul United Church, 140 Laburnum. Contact 250-314-1021.
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Kamloops United Church Thrift Store has come home to 421 St. Paul Street. Contact number: 250-372-3020. We are located in a brand new addition to the church.
Kamloops Wood Carvers Club: Our group of woodcarvers met to share our interest in wood carving or any other form of carving, we can also help with scrolling. We are a mixture of elders and young, females and males who have an interest in sharing and learning. We meet at the North Shore Community Centre every Tuesday evening starting at 6:30 p.m. to whenever. For more information contact LeRoy Scott at 250-5543552 or nonie.leroyscott@ gmail.com. McArthur Park Lawn Bowlers on McArthur Island meet Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays at 7 p.m., with an arrival at 6:30 p.m. New members are always welcome. Free parking, free instruction and free use of bowls for first years. Requirements are flat soled shoes (no heels or cleats) plus enthusiasm. For more information or to make arrangements for instruction, call Brenda Clark at 250 579-5775. Municipal Pension Retirees Association: The meetings for 2017 will be on March 21, June 20, Sept. 19 and Nov. 21, 9:30 a.m. at CSI Activity center, Brock Shopping Centre. Join us to meet other retirees, former co-workers and have a voice about your MPP Pension. FMI call Jean at 250-374-1191. National Association of Federal Retirees welcomes current and retired federal employees which includes Armed Forces, RCMP and Federal Judges. We are a non-profit advocacy group with savings found through the services of our preferred partners and friendships at our meetings and events. To learn more vosot: federalretirees.ca, email kamloopsoffice@gmail. com or call 250-571-5007.
Ping Pong / Table Tennis: Ping Pong is a low-impact activity and keeps the body and mind healthy. We welcome all ages; beginners and competitive players and we continue to play through the summer months. You can make new friends and have lots of fun. We play Tuesdays, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., Thursdays, 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Desert Garden Community Centre., 540 Seymour St. Drop in fee is $2. Please call 250-372-3965 for more information. Simply the Best Thrift Store is open Monday to Saturday 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 662 Seymour St., home of the clothing and footwear bag sale! Society of Saint Vincent de Paul Thrift Store, 168 Briar Ave. by Surplus Herby’s on the north shore, is open, Tuesday to Saturday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Volunteers are always welcomed. Taoist Tai Chi® practice offers many health benefits to both body and mind. We are a registered charity that holds classes on Tuesdays from 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. at Heritage House in Riverside Park, Wednesdays from 10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. and from 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. at St. Andrews on the Square, 159 Seymour St., and Fridays from 10 a.m. – noon at Kamloops United Church, 421 St. Paul St. Everyone is welcome to join any class at any time. Contact our answering service at 250–374 –8125 or visit taoist.org/Kamloops. Ukulele Fun! Come join the Ukulele Circle on Tuesday afternoons 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Cottonwood Centre, 730 Cottonwood Ave., or attend the Ukulele Orchestra of Kamloops get together every Monday evening, 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Plura Hills United Church, 2090 Pacific Way. All levels of experience are welcome. FMI visit ukuleleorchestra ofkamloops.com or phone 250-376-5502. Learn to play the ukulele. Beginner lessons begin the week of April 3. For more info call Dorene at 250-376-5502.
Enter to win! The Connector is excited to be a Bronze Level sponsor of The Kamloops Film Festival this year. In anticipation of this popular event, we are giving away two tickets to one of our lucky readers. The tickets will be to the film that The Connector is sponsoring I, Daniel Blake on March 5 at 5 pm. Prize will include the requisite Kamloops Film Society memberships. Make sure to enter for your chance to win! Entries will be accepted online at win@connectornews. ca or bring this entry form to the Oncore Seniors Society office at 330 Seymour St., Kamloops, BC V2C 2G2 by March 2nd at 4 pm. Winner can pick up tickets on March 3rd at the Oncore office.
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