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INTERNATIONAL BUSKERS FESTIVAL
August 13, 2019 11:00 am - Committee of the Whole 1:30 pm - Regular Council Meeting 7:00 pm - Public Hearing CANCELLED Council Chambers, 7 Victoria Street West
JULY 25–28, RIVERSIDE PARK The second annual Kamloops International Buskers Festival, presented by BCLC, will be back for 4 days of fun in Riverside Park. Performers from around the world will fill the weekend with acrobatics, juggling, comedy, magic, and awe-inspiring performances.
August 26, 2019 4:00 pm - Development and Sustainability Committee Executive Boardroom, 7 Victoria Street West
Festival hours:
August 27, 2019 1:30 pm - Regular Council Meeting 7:00 pm - Public Hearing Council Chambers, 7 Victoria Street West
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Thursday, July 25, 5:00–10:00 pm Friday, July 26, 12:30–10:00 pm Saturday, July 27, 12:30–10:00 pm Sunday, July 28, 12:30–10:00 pm
September 5, 2019 2:30 pm - Community Services Committee CANCELLED
This is a free, family event; however, the performers work for gratuities. They welcome tips at the end of their performances and keep all of the funds. This allows them to continue to travel and share their art.
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Mark your calendars—this is a weekend festival you will not want to miss! For more information, visit: KamloopsBuskers.com
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40 Free Ways to be Active on Friday, July 26 Kamloops residents logged over 40 million active minutes in the Community Better Challenge. To celebrate, grab a friend and try something new on Friday, July 26. To view a list of FREE activities, visit: Kamloops.ca/40Activities
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TURN YOUR KEY, BE IDLE FREE
2020 CITY CALENDAR CALL FOR PHOTOS
55+ TRY-IT MULTI-SPORT EVENT
Vehicle idling is a habit that wastes fuel, adds to pollution, and contributes to health problems. The City's Good Neighbour Bylaw No. 49-1 was amended in June 2018 to prohibit idling in Kamloops.
Residents of all skill levels and ages are invited to submit their digital photos for a chance to be featured in the 2020 City Calendar. This year, we are looking for YOUR image that you think best embodies Kamloops while representing one of the following terms:
The City of Kamloops received a $2,000 grant from the British Columbia Recreation and Parks Association's “Give it a Try!” program. We have partnered with local sport organizations PacificSport Interior BC, TRU Wolfpack, 55+ BC Games Zone 8, and PLAYKamloops to host a free, one-day event on Wednesday, July 31. The event gives residents who are 55+ the chance to try a sport that is offered in the 55+ BC Games cycle.
What you need to know about the bylaw: •
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All motor vehicles within city boundaries are prohibited from idling for more than 3 consecutive minutes. The bylaw is not applied to vehicles in traffic. Bylaw offences related to idling may be subject to a $100 fine.
Summer tips to reduce idling: • • •
Consider using other ways to get around—public transit, walking, biking, or jogging. Turn off your engine if you will be stopped for more than 60 seconds (except in traffic). Turn off your vehicle if you are using a drive-thru, picking up someone, or waiting for a train to go by.
Kamloops.ca/IdleFree
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photos taken and owned by the participant maximum of 3 photos per participant, submitted in digital format participants grant reproduction rights and permissions to the City of Kamloops photos must be a minimum of 2 MB, must not exceed 20 MB, and must be in landscape format (horizontal orientation)
Deadline: September 30, 2019, at 4:30 pm Kamloops.ca/Calendar
LET'S TALK KAMLOOPS
A variety of sports events will be offered 4:00–6:30 pm throughout the city. This is a free event for residents who are 55+, but participants are required to register in the City's PerfectMind system. There will also be an evening social and activation station hosted by PLAYKamloops in the Valley First Lounge at the Sandman Centre, 7:00–8:30 pm. RSVP to playkamloops@gmail.com. We gratefully acknowledge the financial support of the Province of British Columbia and the Government of Canada along with the support of our partners and sponsors. Kamloops.ca/PerfectMind
Let's Talk Kamloops is our engagement website where you can share your voice and shape our city. We know you have ideas about our city, and we are committed to working more closely with you to improve engagement and better guide our planning and decision making.
ENGAGEMENT OPPORTUNITIES • City Boat Launch Planning - Complete a survey to help further the City's understanding of how our three main boat launches are used. • Plastic Carry-out Bag Bylaw - Quick poll and a project update.
Sign up and speak up at
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