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Digging up family roots is a processThe pursuit of family

history can be an ongoing and time-consuming process — a process that members of the Kamloops Family History Society (KFHA) are all too familiar with. And for those interested in getting started or have found themselves at a crossroad, the KFHS is offering the opportunity to connect with professionals in the field of genealogy at the May 2015 Family History: Past to Present conference.

“Genealogy is never finished,” said Al Yelland, president of the KFHS. Yelland recognizes the challenges people face when tracing their family lineage, but he also knows how rewarding the process can be. “You have something to pass on to your younger generations.”

Obtaining historical records, interviewing and comparing data is all part of the treasure hunt of mapping one's family ancestry, but sometimes it is difficult to know

where to find accurate resources, who to talk to, and what some of the common pitfalls are.

On May 1 to 2, the KFHS will host a two-day event for anyone interested in genealogy or the society in general. During the conference, guests will be connected with knowledgeable speakers and researchers on the subject.

Friday night will consist of a meet and greet

with the conference speakers at the Ramada Inn, including keynote speaker Cyndi Ingle.

Ingle is the creator and administrator of Cyndi’s List of Genealogy Sites on the Internet, a comprehensive database of more than 300,000 genealogical links and resources. She has more than 34 years of experience researching genealogy and has authored several books

and articles on the subject. She has also spoken at numerous genealogical seminars.

On Saturday, the conference continues at the Calvary Community Church where guests have the option to attend a variety of lectures led by genealogical experts outlining topics such as online research strategies, DNA resources and the benefits of social networking.

By Becky Mann

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Rachelle DuboisDo you believe in luck?“No, I guess I believe more so in positive thinking. I believe that maybe positive thinking can help us achieve positive results.”Do you have a lucky charm?“No, actually I don’t have a lucky charm.”

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M. Diane Rogers, editor and director of the B.C. Genealogy Society and one of the speakers attending the conference, has been involved in the field of genealogy for over 20 years.

Her passion began with an interest in Canadian history. She will be speaking on a few different topics at the conference, including: “Where are the woman in my family history?”

“For women, no matter where they are, there’s usually fewer records,” said Rogers.

In many cases, it can be a challenge to find a particular woman’s records. This can be because a document may be available but in a foreign language or a paper trail of the woman in question is difficult to locate, she said.

Rogers mentioned utilizing quilts and samplers offering some identification or evidence.

As far as getting started in tracing one’s family

history, Rogers suggests attending a conference, such as the one in Kamloops, where you can meet with real people.

“Going to a conference is a great start,” said Rogers.

She also encourages people to join a local society.

Other topics that Rogers will be speaking on at the conference include: genetic genealogy and utilizing newspapers in your research.

“We are really excited about the speakers that we have coming,” said Kay Mihalech, secretary of the KFHS.

Mihalech has been with the society for four years and is part of the committee planning the event.

The KFHS was established in 1982 and currently has 41 members. The society aims to promote and facilitate the study

of family history and genealogy to its members through research assistance and collection and preservation of relevant and historical material.

“We have a lot of members that have been doing genealogy for a lot of years and they are

always willing to help,” said Yelland.

The society meets on the last Thursday of every month and new prospective members are always welcome to attend. For more information visit their website at www.kfhs.org.

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Dylan Armstrong’s Olympic medal is bronze, but this son of Kamloops has a heart of gold.

I don’t know Dylan well, but every time I

run into him, he always greets me in a very positive and friendly manner.

His good nature is evident.

In February, Dylan was finally awarded the bronze medal he won in the shot put competition at the 2008 Summer Olympics.

The athlete who had initially been awarded this medal was disqualified after new tests proved he had used illegal

performance-enhancing drugs.

I want to thank Dylan’s mom Judy and the Kamloops Track and Field Club for inviting city council to a dinner celebrating Dylan’s achievement.

Underneath each plate at each setting was a photo of Dylan proudly displaying his medal around his neck. We were all asked to give our photo to a young person in Kamloops who may be just starting out in a sport.

This speaks to Dylan’s desire to give back.

It has not always been an easy road for Dylan, and he remarked about how much he appreciated the support of so many Kamloopsians.

Dylan started his athletic pursuits when he was just nine years old. One of the speakers asked us if there are other nine years olds in Kamloops who could become national champions

and Olympians. He answered his own question and said most definitely there are. We, as a community, can continue to nurture and support talent and ambition in sport in our own backyards.

Dylan also spoke a lot about winning clean and acting ethically in sport. I really appreciate him shining a spotlight on the fact that you don’t have to cheat to be a champion. In one TV interview I saw,

Dylan said we should always try to set the best example of ethics and sportsmanship.

When I congratulated Dylan at the dinner, he said, “Thank you for coming.” I think he thanked everyone in the room.

Dylan, thank you. Thank you for being such a stand-up guy and an incredible inspiration for everyone, especially for young people in our community and beyond.

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Pursuing the past: Conference in May promises good adviceContinued from page 1

Members of the KFHS meet to discuss the details of the upcoming genealogy conference. The two-day event will offer attendees exposure to speakers in the field, grab bags and the opportunity to connect with individuals with a shared interest.

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A local man is highlighting Kamloops’ rich history on a Facebook page.

Last year, Wes Kibble started the Kamloops History page, where he collects and posts photographs sent to him by long-time residents.

Kibble says he has always enjoyed history. He came up with the idea for the Kamloops History page following a trip to Wells Gray Park.

Kibble took pictures of an abandoned ranch in the area and submitted it to the Rich History of the North Thompson page on Facebook.

“The response (to the picture) was overwhelming,” he said.

Following this experience, Kibble looked for a Facebook page devoted to Kamloops history. When he could not find one, he decided to create his own.

Kibble now runs Kamloops History, a

Facebook page where residents can send in their old photos and share them with the community. Kibble posts both old pictures and historical facts about Kamloops and the surrounding areas.

The page currently has 3,567 “likes” and offers a platform to share pride in our community.

Social media: Bringing the past into the presentBy Kieran Markle

Kieran Markle spent the day photographing different areas around Kamloops — modern-day Kamloops. Unlike the photos on Kibble’s Facebook page that are a collection of historical photos, Markle’s photos are from winter 2015.


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As a new year is a time for setting new goals and resolutions, it seems an appropriate time to discuss smoking cessation as part of your lifestyle modification for diabetes management (if you happen to be a diabetic who smokes).

Both smoking and diabetes independent of one another double your

risk of a heart attack or stroke; therefore, the combination of the two puts you at an even greater risk. This is why it is so important to quit smoking if you smoke and are a diabetic. I understand that quitting smoking can be challenging, so in this article I would like to discuss the resources out there to help you achieve your goal.

The first resource I want to make you aware of is quitnow.ca, a free service run by the B.C. Lung Association. The service offers a variety of tools to help you quit smoking, including a customized quit plan, text messaging support, phone support (where you can talk one-on-one with a quit smoking coach) and a place to sign up for daily e-quit tips for helping you on your journey. If you don’t have access to the Internet, you can contact them by phone at 1-877-455-2233.

Another great resource we are fortunate to have is the B.C. Smoking Cessation Program, a government funded program to assist you with quitting smoking by helping with the cost of smoking cessation aides. This program offers one-

on-one coaching through HealthLink B.C.’s 811 hotline. This program covers a 12-week course each year for one of two different options for smoking cessation aides: prescription medications such as Champix or Zyban or over the counter nicotine replacement products such as the patch or gum. In order to receive help with coverage for one of these products, you must be register with B.C. Fair PharmaCare. The nicotine patch and gum are free, but you must call and register with the 811 hotline and provide your pharmacy with this registration number when you pick the product up. If you decide to use one of the prescription medications, you require a prescription from your doctor but do not need to register with the 811 hotline. Medication quantities covered will depend on your Fair PharmaCare coverage, and if you are not fully covered through PharmaCare, the cost of them will go towards your deductible. For more information on the B.C. Smoking Cessation Program, you can visit their website at: www.health.gov.bc.ca/pharmacare/stop-smoking.

I hope this review of the smoking cessation programs available will help you to quit smoking and stay quit. The good news is that is that your hard work is worth the effort. According to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, within one year of quitting smoking, your added risk of coronary artery disease is cut in half of that of a smoker and within 15 years will be similar to that of a nonsmoker. Additionally, within five years, your risk of having a stroke will be nearly the same as a nonsmoker. Quitting smoking is one of the best things that you can do for your health, so I encourage you to get the support you need to be successful and give yourself the gift of health.

Years ago I proclaimed to my family that the next house we bought would not have a kitchen since we never seemed to spend time in it. Whew! While living life in the fast lane, with our schedules jammed with activities, there seemed to be no time for the “inconvenience” of food preparation. Does this sound like anyone you know? When was the last time you made a meal from scratch?

What is so bad about a busy and thrifty person stocking their pantry with frozen dinners or packaged and canned “goods” anyway? Let’s

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It’s hard to believe that spring is almost here. The days are getting longer and the sun is getting warmer. We have been so blessed, having such an easy and mild winter. I just hope the spring will continue our good fortune!

Please come to the North Shore Community Centre for our Used Book Sale on Tuesday, March 3 to Friday, March 6 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. There will be lots of books to choose from at very reasonable prices.

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 14 and 15 brings the annual spring Antiques & Collectibles Sale. If

you are a collector of sorts, you will not want to miss this occasion. There will be everything from cups and saucers to jewelry, old books, coins and spectacles. What more could one ask for and all under one roof. Admission to this event is now only $3 — a small price to pay to find that special treasure you may have been searching for. This is a fundraiser for the North Shore Community Centre and all the proceeds go towards keeping the centre activities open and available to all at an affordable cost.

The Community Dinner in March is on Sunday, March 8, featuring a delicious Chinese buffet provided by Moon Wok Chinese Restaurant and entertainment by Donna Hill. Tickets are $15 per person and must be purchased in advance at the front desk. The Old Time Fiddlers dance takes place on Tuesday, March

17 at 1:30 p.m. Come out for a twirl on the floor! We will host Dessert and Dance Night on Tuesday, March 17 at 6:30 p.m. The drop-in cost is $3. This includes various desserts and ice cream with coffee and great entertainment — what a deal!

Please don’t forget the coffee is always on in the Maple Room where you will find great friends, great conversation and great crafts for sale.

Darlene’s Income Tax Service is now available at the centre; rates vary according to the individual. You can call her at 250-318-8820 for more information.

Don’t forget to mark Tuesday, April 14 on your calendar as that is when the North Shore Community Centre’s AGM takes place in the Dogwood Room at 10 a.m. All members please plan to attend.

Wishing everyone a Happy St Patrick’s Day and welcome to spring!

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Please research these terms and read all labels so you can avoid them.

Food additives: This includes a mind-boggling array of chemicals as preservatives, fillers and dyes. It will take decades of clean research to unravel their individual, collective and accumulative effects. Here are a few to watch for: sodium benzoate (a preservative found in soft drinks, juices and salad dressings), sodium nitrate, BHA, BHT, aspartame, potassium bromate and certain food colourings. Most of these examples have studies linking them to cancers and allergies as well as behavioral problems and learning impairment in children.

Admittedly, healthy food preparation does require some extra time and planning. In the end it comes down to your priorities. What is it worth to safeguard the health and vitality of you and your loved ones — particularly your children and grandchildren? Are you now more inclined to dust off those pots and pans and whip up a whole food meal from scratch?

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For example, if you are involved in an accident, charged with a criminal offence or getting a divorce, you cannot look for a lawyer until after the incident has occurred. However, there are circumstances where the future need for a lawyer is foreseeable. You should pre-plan when it comes to writing a Will, Power of Attorney, or Representation Agreement. If you own a business you should find a law firm that can provide

you with legal services and advice on a continuous basis.

Where to look You should begin by

making a list of law firms located in your area. The Yellow Pages and law firm websites are a good place to start. Often, firm websites give details about areas of practice and they provide backgrounds on their lawyers. You can also get referrals by asking colleagues, friends and relatives about their experiences with particular lawyers or law firms. If you are looking for your business, you should ask your bank account manager or accountant.

Talking to perspective solicitors

Once you have narrowed down your list of perspective law firms, you should call them and ask for a free consultation. During this initial meeting you should inquire about their fees, areas of expertise and experience. Often times large firms charge much

higher rates than small firms, yet the quality of service does not differ. In fact, small firms often have a narrowed area of expertise and the experience is more personal.

In order to establish a good relationship, you must trust your lawyer and their respective law firm. It might be a good idea to meet with more than one lawyer before you make your final decision.

Weighing the factors Depending on your

needs, numerous factors may weigh into your decision-making process. For example, if you are looking for a business lawyer, there are a number of things you need to consider. The lawyer should have experience providing the services you require and a history working with businesses that are comparable to yours in terms of size and field.

You may want to know what other kinds of law the firm practices and

what type of clients they represent. For example, if you have been injured in a motor vehicle accident, you may want to know whether or not the same firm ever acts on behalf of ICBC or if they exclusively represent the injured party. If your matter involves litigation, you should ask the lawyer about their court experience. You may also consider how long they take to respond to phone calls and emails. You should consider all these factors before signing a retainer agreement

Alternatively, the Canadian Bar Association Lawyer Referral Service Program provides referrals for local lawyers (1-800-663-1919). It gives people an opportunity for a half hour consultation at a nominal fee.

If you would like advice or for more information regarding your important legal matters please contact Chahal Priddle LLP at (250) 372-3233 to set up an appointment today.

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It’s time to make a contribution toward your retirement and other savings goals. Which savings vehicle is the best option?

It’s a perennial challenge for many Canadians — contribute to a Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) or Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA). Ideally, you should be making regular contributions to one or both throughout the year as part of a plan you’ve worked out with

a financial advisor. If, however, you have some extra cash available, here’s a quick summary of the benefits and considerations of each option:

RRSP Pros and ConsRRSP contribution

limits for Canadians continue to increase every year. Your allowable contribution is 18 per cent of your earned income from the previous year to a maximum of $24,270 for 2014, $24,930 for 2015 and $25,370 for 2016. You may also be able to tap into any unused contribution room you have carried forward from previous tax years.

That allowable contribution is deducted from your gross taxable income for the year and you may end up with a tax refund (which many recommend putting right back into your RRSP for next year or even a portion into your TFSA). This makes an RRSP an ideal first choice for savings especially for high-income earners.

On the other hand, an RRSP only defers payment of income tax until your retirement years and forced annual

withdrawal amounts after age 71 may reduce government old age benefits. Those with a rich pension plan, working in retirement or major sources of alternative income, may want to consider additional savings options, such as a TFSA, in consultation with a financial advisor.

TFSA Pros and ConsThe TFSA is an all-

purpose way to invest as it can be used to save for any financial goal. Canadians can invest up to $5,500 annually and carry-forward any unused contribution room. While that annual contribution is not tax-deductible, any growth in your TFSA investments is sheltered from taxation even when money is withdrawn.

Unlike the RRSP, you can withdraw TFSA money without paying tax at any time and, best of all, the full amount of any withdrawals can be put back into your TFSA in future years (but not the same year). So, if your $5,500 investment grows to $10,000 and you withdraw it tax-free, you can turn around the

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The 2014 tax-filing season is now upon us, and I would like to highlight important information about this year’s increased benefits for seniors.

Years ago, the Government of Canada

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be claimed to $2,000. We have also increased

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Further, we have introduced Pension Income Splitting, which will allow any Canadian resident who receives qualifying pension

income to allocate to their spouse, or common law partner, with whom they reside up to one-half of that income. By doing so, a pensioner and their family can dramatically reduce their tax load.

Some Canadians have been restricted by the way Registered Retirement Savings Plans (RRSP) have been structured. Even though some individuals chose to work past 69 years of age, it was a requirement to convert their RRSP into a Registered Retirement Income Fund (RRIF) and begin making

withdrawals.Our Government heard

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Understanding what is a threat on your computer or the Internet is made more difficult by the ever-changing means that scammers use. There are a variety of ways computers can be compromised including spyware, malware and hackers.

Spyware is software that is secretly uploaded on a computer while the owner is surfing

the web. This software collects and then sends information from the victim’s computer to the scammer’s computer, which could include banking information and passwords. Avoid clicking on advertisements or pop-ups while online and be wary of contests and prize offers.

Malware (malicious software) is designed to give unauthorized people access to a system. The aim could be to disrupt a system or to change or steal data. It can be difficult to detect because often it does not appear on the list of installed programs. It may be accidently downloaded, hidden in some free software or by visiting certain websites.

Hackers are people who attempt to get into a computer from a remote location. They are looking for credit card numbers, social insurance numbers and banking information. Don’t be fooled into thinking your computer is secure.

If hackers can break into the computers of big

box retailers and other “secure” computers, they will have little difficulty getting into a private computer.

The private computer owner can take some steps to help to protect their computer from these types of attacks.

Choose strong passwords, which include a combination of upper and lower case letters, symbols and numbers.

Do not write the passwords down and do not choose telephone numbers or birthdays, as those are often what hackers try first.

Keep anti-virus software up to date and consider doing regular scans for spyware and malware.

Anyone who suspects they have been the victim of Internet fraud should contact the Kamloops RCMP at 250-828-3000. For more information on scams, contact the Kamloops Scam Information Line at 250-828-3266 or via email at [email protected].

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resided in a marijuana-friendly block?

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could see was wheat andtrees?

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retirement digs right next tothe Grand Canyon?

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retirement home on HudsonBay?

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Well, here we go again. It seems like I wrote the February article just last week. I hope you all did something special for Valentine’s Day. We celebrated a belated birthday supper, as it was originally scheduled for the day of the big snowstorm in Kamloops.

It’s sure nice that the daylight is lasting longer. There are new items in the shop

every day, so come on down and check out our products.

Our hours are Monday to Friday, 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Come on down for lunch or coffee.

We are still searching for the gentleman who left two parcels at the Garage Sale. They are waiting for you in the gift shop.

Have a great March and see you in April.

Let’s hope we have finally left winter behind us as we look to the first signs of spring here at Desert Gardens.

We have an exciting event coming up at on Tuesday, March 3. The Great Plains will be performing again this year at 7 p.m. This duo hails from Saskatchewan and Holland and they have toured all over Canada and Europe. They spent 10 years playing with the legendary Garry Fjellgaard; their music is a blend of bluegrass-country and folk. Tickets are available at Desert Gardens and are $10 in advance and $12 at the door.

The Seniors Income Tax Service is once again

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Please note: The AGM of Desert Gardens Seniors Community Centre will be held on Wednesday, March 25 at 1 p.m. The meeting will take place at Desert Gardens (540 Seymour St.) in the Mohave Room. All members are encouraged to attend.

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Spring is right around the corner — soon — we hope! With this time of year we see an increasing number of mature folks calling us as they have made the decision to downsize and move into something smaller.

Downsizing doesn’t necessarily mean moving into an organized retirement community. It could be that someone just doesn’t want to take the stairs anymore, shovel the driveway or cook. This moves an individual from a single-family dwelling into something smaller.

Some folks will take a hopscotch approach. That

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the timer for another 10 minutes and write on another piece of paper the things that would be “nice to have.” Once both lists are complete, review the lists with your partner, friend or family member. It will become clear right away as to what you need, achieving your starting point.

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Adelaide Hunter Hoodless has been described as a “woman with a vision” — a vision for the betterment of women. She knew the hardships of rural life, being the youngest of 12 children all living with her widowed mother near St. George, Ontario.

Having witnessed firsthand the struggles farm women faced, Mrs. Hoodless was inspired to improve the way of life for rural women.

Her greatest achievement, among many, was the introduction of the Women’s Institute to rural women, men and children in the small village of Stoney Creek, Ontario, on Feb. 12, 1897. At a meeting of the Farmer’s Institute, member Erland Lee invited Mrs. Hoodless to speak. It was Ladies’ Night and 35 women were in attendance.

Mrs. Hoodless, wife of John Hoodless, a successful furniture manufacturer and superintendent of schools in Hamilton, Ontario, shared her grief of losing their son John Howard. At 18 months, her son had passed after drinking impure milk. Mrs. Hoodless felt it could have been prevented had she known better. She glossed over, in her modesty, the campaign for clean milk she headed in Hamilton, teaching mothers better ways of handling milk and petitioning the school board for a domestic science class for girls. At the same time she taught classes at the YWCA.

One hundred and one women arrived on Feb. 19 to Squire’s Hall, the same meeting place as before. Mrs. Hoodless was there. She suggested the women form their own organization similar to the Farmer’s Institute, encouraging education among women to prepare them

properly for the sphere of life destiny would take them.

That night the first Women’s Institute was born, with Mrs. Hoodless as honorary president. The name of the Women’s Institute would change several times until it finally became known as Stoney Creek Women’s Institute.

The group asked for and received government co-operation and

support. After six sessions, attended by an average of 60 women per session, six important divisions were identified:

1. Domestic economy 2. Heat, light, sanitation and

ventilation3. Health 4. Agriculture5. Music and art6. Education, literature,

legislature and sociology. By June 30, l902, there were 39

women’s institutes in the province of Ontario and 3,081 members.

Mrs. Hoodless died on Feb. 25, 1910, at the podium while lecturing on industrial education for girls.

Some readers may remember this quote from a farmer’s wife back then: “Let them educate a boy and educate a man; let them educate a girl and they educate a family.”

Her childhood home has been restored and preserved by the Federated Women’s Institute of Canada and open to all Canadians.

Upcoming Overlander WI events:March 6: Making cookies for the

Salvation Army and Meals on Wheels.March 20: Guest speaker on

Hungary. For more information call Sara at

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Introduction:There are a few things that need to be discussed before learning how to cook risotto:1. Risotto is the name of a traditional Italian dish made from rice varieties with

very high starch content. Its distinct cooking method coaxes the starch from the rice to give a “creamy” look and consistency.

2. Rule of thumb: long-grain rice is short on starch; short-grain rice is long on starch.

3. Aborio rice is commonly used.4. The dish is cooked with stocks or broths derived from meat or vegetables.5. It can be made vegan, vegetarian or containing meats and/or seafood.6. Risotto can be a side dish or can be the main course.7. This dish needs time and requires patience.

Part A2 tbsp olive oil1 tbsp butter2 small onions, finely diced4 cloves garlic, mincedSalt and fresh ground black pepper (you decide).

Part B2 cups aborio rice1/4 cup white wine

Part C8 to 9 cups chicken broth

Part D1 cup quality parmesan cheese

Method:Bring Part C to a simmer on stovetop and hold. Heat a heavy-bottom saucepan at medium heat; add olive oil and butter from Part

A; once melted add remainder of Part A. Sweat Part A. Add aborio rice from Part B; coat well with fat, add remainder of Part B and

simmer until wine is absorbed. Begin to add Part C in cup increments, stirring constantly, allowing each addition

of liquid to be absorbed by the rice before adding more. Because the stock is already hot the rice will stay consistently hot, encouraging the release of the starch that gives it that creamy consistency.

This will take 20 to 30 minutes from the time you add the first cup of broth.Each stove is different so keep temperature at a low simmer — not too hot but not

too cool.Once the rice is tender and creamy, remove from heat and add Part D — serve

immediately.Remember this is a guideline. You can add other vegetables, meats and seafood as

you see fit. It’s great if you have leftover cooked chicken, ham and beef. Seafood is also a great addition but might be cooked separately or added near the end of the cooking procedure.

Have fun!

Part A3 cups whole rolled oats3/4 cups sliced almonds1/2 cup raw pumpkin seeds1/2 cup raw sunflower seeds1/2 tbsp cinnamon 1/3 tsp saltPart B1/4 cup canola oil2/3 cup maple syrupPart C2/3 cup assorted dried fruit (dried

cranberries, raisins, chopped apricots, etc).Method:

Combine Part A in a large bowl and mix well.

Combine Part B add to part A, mix well. Spread on lined baking sheets. Bake at 325 F for 20 to 25 minutes or until golden brown.

Once cool add Part C, combine well and store in airtight container.

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The Can-Ital Ladies Society of Kamloops celebrated their 50th anniversary on Sept. 20, 2014. Starting with 20 ladies of Italian heritage, the Society now has a membership of over 100 ladies.

The Society aims to promote friendship, culture, community participation and charitable donations.

Over the years many charities and organizations have benefited from their contributions including RIH, the Majorie Willoughby Snowden Hospice, Heart & Stroke, B.C. Children’s Hospital and many more. The most recent donation was $30,000 to the Breast Cancer Centre at RIH.

Funds are raised at the annual Valentine’s Dinner Dance, fashion shows, Canada Day Folkfest and various bake and yard sales.

To commemorate their 50th anniversary, the society published a second cookbook in 2014. Books are still available for sale at $15 each. They can be obtained by calling Fran at 250-376-7794.

Now in the works is the Spring Fashion show, which will be held at the Colombo Lodge on Wednesday, April 22.

It is the support received at events like these that enables the Can-Ital ladies to contribute back to their community and elsewhere. The ladies thank all who support their events.

2015 Executive: Tina Putoto, president; Maria Cuglietta, vice-president; Alba Caputo, Secretary; Fran Rende, treasurer; Modesta Luca, past president.

Can-Ital committee members present over $25,000 to the RIH Foundation. (Left to right): Alba Caputo, secretary, Modesta Luca, president, Heidi Coleman, CEO RIH Foundation. Fran Rende, treasurer and Linda Campbell, vice-president.

The Can-Ital Ladies reflect


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Do you believe in luck?“Yes I believe in luck, you just have to be ready for it.”Do you have a lucky charm?“Lucky charms are everywhere.”

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Book ReviewBy Marilyn Brown

The Organized Mind: Thinking Straight in the Age of Information Overload

By Daniel J. LevitinAllen Lane 2014, 496 pages

Available in bookstores, in ebook format and through the TNRD library system

Our lives are increasingly complex and frenetic,

relaxation more elusive. Neuroscientist Daniel J. Levitin believes that an understanding of how the brain functions can help people regain control of their lives. He gleefully points out the foibles and idiosyncrasies of human memory. After all, who hasn’t misplaced car keys or glasses, forgotten a friend’s birthday or arrived for an appointment on the wrong day? However, Levitin’s book goes beyond a simple “self-help” manual, although many short and practical tips on attaining a better memory are included. He gives insight into critical and creative thinking, which in turn enable strong decision-making skills.

Levitin is very clear that human memory generally is error-prone. It is common knowledge, for example, that eye-witness accounts of crimes are notoriously incorrect, but Levitin shares research that suggests even our cherished autobiographical memories are often wrong (yet believed by us to be true). Some of the studies the author describes are entertaining (the tone slightly superior but kind) and certainly encourage the reader to ponder the correctness of one’s own recollections.

Levitin describes the benefits of “attentive thought,” that is, undisturbed, focused thought. He provides a “mind-clearing” exercise in preparation for concentrated mental effort, but it’s not easy. The brain gives chemical rewards when even trivial tasks are completed, and the brain’s pleasure responses are activated with social media such as email, Facebook and Twitter. Yes, they can be addictive! The brain

tires from the mental energy needed to deal with interruptions or information overload. Related to this is fascinating new research on the brain which shreds the belief that multi-tasking works at all, for anyone.

Unlike attentive thought, the state we think of as daydreaming — where ideas fluidly run into unscripted areas, usually accompanied by

a sense of suspended time — is incredibly productive and creative. Musicians, artists, writers, and others often have a sense that their ideas have arrived “out of the blue.” The author adamantly proposes that as a society we need to protect such creative thinking, a path to advances in art and science and simply, a means of

nourishing oneself. Sleep deprivation, information overload and interruptions stymie the daydream state of mind.

Levitin includes a section on decision-making where there are life-and-death consequences, in medical situations where a patient may have to choose between two unwelcome alternatives for treatment. He looks at the situation of non-aggressive prostate cancer, for example,

and possible treatment alternatives. In this scenario he walks us through a process that would help eliminate illogical thinking and suggests a math-based formula to assist in making the best decision. Of course, one might welcome a little help with the formula, perhaps from one’s doctor. (There is a whole chapter devoted to understanding statistics and implications for such things as medical care, with lots of examples to think through.)

The Organized Mind: Thinking Straight in the Age of Information Overload shows how the brain influences common human behaviour. Although at times the information is technical, it “hits the mark” on the challenges of living in a time of “infomania.” I enjoyed it. It is one book deserving of a re-read.

Daniel J. Levitin, PhD, is well respected in his field of neuroscience. He is a professor at McGill University and author of This Is Your Brain on Music: The Science of a Human Obsession and The World in Six Songs: How the Musical Brain Created Human Nature. He lives in Montreal and San Francisco. He may be reached through his website, www.daniellevitin.com, and ironically, through Facebook and Twitter.

“The author adamantly proposes that as a society we need to protect such creative thinking, a path to advances in art and science and simply, a means of nourishing oneself. Sleep deprivation,

information overload and interruptions

stymie the daydream state of mind.”

In January, a segment about pharmacy errors and improper counselling came out on CBC’s Marketplace. I almost feel as if this broadcast and the follow-up articles have made pharmacists seem as though we are trying to rush people though our checkout and keep handing out medications without care or thought.

I would like to remind everyone that we are not.

I have made more than a few mistakes during my career as a pharmacist. While none have resulted in serious harm yet, there have been some close calls. I feel horrible when these errors occur as pharmacists are trained heavily to avoid errors at all costs; however, errors still happen occasionally.

I will typically document the error. I will then apologize, immediately correct the error and ensure the patient is looked after to the best of my ability. Most pharmacists will do the exact same thing. We will then attempt to identify why the error occurred and prevent it from happening again. While I cannot speak for every pharmacist (there are always “bad apples” in every group), the vast majority of us do not want to repeat our mistakes and we will do what it takes to fix them.

Pharmacists are human, and as such we do the best we can with the time we have,

but there are times we can be overwhelmed. It is often at this point where questions may not be asked or an error may occur. As with many professions, our workloads have increased substantially over the past decade and our labour force has not increased to match demands due to cutbacks. We are a part of the healthcare team in a system that is indeed overworked.

Fortunately, there are some things you can do to help reduce the risks of a pharmacy or medication error as you are a part of the team as well.

Some tips to avoid medication errors include:• Go to the same pharmacy consistently if at all possible.• Ensure you give your pharmacist time to fill your prescription (preferably 24 hours for refills when possible).• Ensure you know what medications and natural health products you are

taking and what they are for.• Ask to see your medications when they are ready to be picked up. If the medication looks unfamiliar at all, ask why!• If you are purchasing an over-the-counter medication and it is new, please ask us about it.• If the pharmacist is busy when you have a question, please give them a few moments to finish what they are doing. Please do not talk over the counter at us while we are busy.• If the medication must be purchased behind the pharmacy counter, there is usually a reason. Don’t ask for these products (for example: iron or acetaminophen with codeine) without talking to the pharmacist. We can help ensure it is the right product for you. Again, if the pharmacist is busy, wait for them.

Most pharmacists are not working to “throw medications out the door.” We want to take the time to make sure they are correct and there are no interactions with other medications you may be taking. Please help us help you by giving us the time and respect we need to ensure your medications are done correctly. If an error does occur, try to find out why it happened before assuming anything. We are here to help you, not to harm you.


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We are all human

Thompson Rivers University nursing students and the B.C. branch of the Kidney Foundation invite Kamloops residents to attend a free health fair on Thursday, March 12, 2015. It begins at 9:30 a.m. and runs until 3:30 p.m. at North Hills

Mall. Participants can get free testing of blood glucose, cholesterol and

blood pressure. The day will also feature door prizes and special guests including a ribbon cutting at 10 a.m. with the acting mayor. Health information and much more will be available throughout the day in the promotion of “kidney health for all.”

Free health fair on World Kidney Day

Was your home built after about 1950? If so, at least some of your walls are probably finished with paper-wrapped gypsum sheets commonly known as drywall.

In general, drywall is a great wall and ceiling finishing material. It is flat and smooth, inert, not food for pests, fire resistant, easy to repair, inexpensive and good at dampening sound. On the downside, it is easily damaged by water, is brittle and will crack if you try to bend or stretch it. There’s always a silver lining; the flaws in drywall can tell you something about your house.

Over time, houses do not stay completely still. The wind pushes back and forth, snow on the roof pushes down and the wild polka party in the living room can bounce the floor a bit. Additionally, the wood framing within the walls will usually shrink a bit in the first few years after a house is built. These are normal events and will often lead to a few thin cracks in the drywall.

These thin cracks are most often seen tracing up the drywall from the corner of a window or door. Other normal finds are round, raised bumps where the head of the nail or screw used to attach the drywall to the studs shows in the finish. These are signs of studs that have shrunk and possibly fasteners that were too long. You are stuck with both of these types of cosmetic flaws until the next paint job when they can be

repaired.The drywall flaws that

are of a greater concern are big cracks, bulges or crumbly areas. Cracks that are growing in length or are over about an eighth of an inch wide may indicate significant movement of a wall, roof, floor or foundation. It may be time to consult with an expert if you are seeing this, to be sure there is not an underlying structural problem. Drywall that has been exposed to water swells

and may bulge. If drywall has gotten thoroughly soaked or is repeatedly moistened, it will become crumbly. Find and solve the water problem, then fix the drywall.

One last threat to drywall is a bit rare. As a young boy in Victoria, my bedroom closet door rattled, my bed moved and in the midst of the shaking of a moderate earthquake, my bedroom wall cracked. Fortunately, we design houses to withstand this too.


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If you’ve spent good money making hardwood flooring a focal point in your home, you want to make it last. With spring just around the corner and snow beginning to melt around Kamloops, this is a bustling time of year. However, the change of season brings unsuspecting dangers to your beautiful hardwood floor such as rocks, pebbles, mud and dirt. While most hardwood floors may be scratch resistant, they are not invincible and can only take so much abuse. Here are a few things to keep in mind this spring to protect your wood flooring:

• Don’t wear shoes while on your hardwood. Little rocks and pebbles get trapped in the tread of your

shoes and can scratch and leave small dents. • Use an area rug in high-traffic areas, such as your front entryway or back door. By using an area rug, you are protecting your floor from wear and tear; this keeps the floor beautiful and consistent with the rest of your flooring.• Be selective with the cleaning product(s) used for the dirt and mud that gets tracked inside. Water and wood do not mix and the moisture will damage the wood over time. Be wary of using products that leave a residue or have acidic properties that eat away the hardwood’s finish.• Use the right tools. Regularly sweeping away dirt with a broom that has polypropylene or acrylic bristles will prevent scratches. When using a vacuum on a bare floor, attach it with a brush or felt-type head for the best results.

Follow these tips to keep your wood floor looking brand new! If you’re not sure what cleaning product is best for your hardwood floor, consult with a professional and we’d be happy to assist you!

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next year and put $10,000 (plus another $5,500) back into your TFSA to continue growing.

Also, unlike the RRSP, income earned in a TFSA and amounts withdrawn do not affect your eligibility for federal income-tested benefits and credits, such as Old Age Security or the Canada Child Tax Benefit. As well, unlike the RRSP, you don’t have to withdraw any money from your TFSA after age 71, so it is a great savings tool for seniors.

The chief disadvantage to a TFSA is that your contributions are not tax-deductible, so you don’t receive the immediate tax benefit seen with an RRSP. There is also no such thing as a TFSA spousal plan, but you can still give your spouse or common-law partner money to invest in his or her own TFSA, and the income earned on the

contributed amount is not attributed back to you.

The Bottom LineThe RRSP continues

to make good sense as a first savings option for many investors. That said, a TFSA offers interesting investment opportunities for high-income earners, those nearing retirement as well as seniors. It may also be valuable to investors with lower incomes or those needing to access cash at any moment without penalty.

A financial advisor can show you how TFSAs and RRSPs can provide you with plenty of flexibility in terms of savings opportunities and the capability to safely access money for emergencies.

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Active Care Senior Services Ltd.

1607 Greenfield Ave.Kamloops, B.C.

V2B [email protected]

$2,400/mo & up

21 assisted living units

no yes yes yes yes yes noProviding custom care in a unique, home-style assisted living facility. Spacious, private bed-sitting rooms and large common areas. Theatre room, full salon, craft room, games room.

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60 Whiteshield Cresent SKamloops B.C. V2E 2S9

250-377-7275

$2,310-$2,320/studio$2,515-$2,970/1 bed

$3,265-$3,3201 bedroom & den

$2,935-$3,565/2 bed$665/mo-2nd occupant120 Independent suites

32 Brio Care Suites

yes yes yes yes yes yes noAffordable living in an active independent retirement community on Peterson Creek Park, just five minutes from downtown. 24-hour staff on duty. Coffee bar, billiards, hair salon, exercise room, library-den with computer, conservatory, movie theatre, private dining room, chapel/meeting room, guest suite, cards & crafts room, grounds featuring patios, recreation areas, walking paths and water gardens.

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Carmel Placeat Tranquille Rd

& Wood AveKamloops, BC

For more information, contact 250-851-9310

Studio Suites - $750/mo1 Bdrm Suites - $800/mo

yes no no no no no no • Seniors only complex• Elevator & handicap accessible• Medical clinic & pharmacy located on

main floor (www.nshsc.net)• No smoking/pets• Token laundry• References required

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Cottonwood Manor

730 Cottonwood Ave.Kamloops, B.C.

V2B 8M6250-376-4777

[email protected]

Life Lease120 units

1 & 2 bdrm suites

19 SAFER program suites

5 rental suites

yes no no no no yes noSafe and secure, affordable independent living in the heart of the North Shore. Access to events and activities at the North Shore Community Centre (located in the same building). Beautifully landscaped with award-winning gardens. Underground parking. Within walking distance to all amenities, including McArthur Island and Northills Mall.

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3255 Overlander DriveKamloops, B.C.

250-579-9061

Costs vary depending on need

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174 units consisting of

112 complex care units &

62 assisted living units

no yes yes yes yes yes yesA community where health & happiness are truly a way of life, close to shopping, pub, public transit, away from the hustle & bustle of the city of Kamloops, with a theatre, greenhouse for gardening, lounges, dining rooms, tuck shop, secure courtyard & covered patio areas, & exercise room. Or enjoy the scenic, flat outdoor walking trails. Utilities included. Telephone not included.

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RetirementResidence

628 Tranquille RdKamloops B.C. V2B 3H6

250-376-5363www.chartwell.com

Costs vary accordingto suite style and size.

97 suites

Suites staring at $2,270Call Glenna at 778-376-2001

for more information

yes yes yes yes yes yes yesChartwell Kamloops offers truly gracious retirement living with many well appointed amenities, and close proximity to shopping and parks. With our on-site funded home care, we are able to offer residents a continuum of care that meets their individual needs. Choose from a host of services and activities, and let our trained staff take care of the rest.

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Mayfair -Part of RiverBend

Seniors Community755 Mayfair Street

Kamloops, B.C.250-682-4378

[email protected]

2-bdrm suites now available for rent

starting at $1,500/month

yes no yes yes* no yes yesAffordable rental opportunity in seniors community. Flexibility in use and cost of age-in-place support services w/optional meals, cleaning & laundry services. Large suites with 2 bathrooms, full kitchen, in-suite laundry & private patio. Private dining room, fitness centre, workshop, theatre room, community gardens & guest suite for visiting family/friends. Level parking, sidewalks & easy access to shops and services. * Shuttle bus outings.

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Mayfair ManorPart of RiverBend

Seniors Community755 Mayfair Street

Kamloops, B.C. V2B 5L7250-376-6536

[email protected]

Affordable rentIncome based20 studio units

Supportive housing for low-moderate

income seniors

yes no yes no yes yes yesLocated on the river near Brock mall, Mayfair Manor has joined RiverBend Seniors Community to offer a modern & affordable retirement residence for low to moderate income seniors. Independent/supported living is offered including 3 meals daily, weekly housekeeping, cable TV, fitness centre, theatre room, workshop, recreation & bus outings.

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Kamloops, B.C. V2B 0E5250-376-6536

Supportive housing for low-moderate

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Affordable RentIncome Based

66 units(60 studio &

6 – 1 bedroom units)

yes no yes no yes yes yes Located on the river near Brock Mall, RiverBend Manor is a modern & affordable retirement residence for low to moderate income seniors. Independent/supported living is offered including 3 meals daily, weekly housekeeping, cable TV, fitness centre, theatre room, recreation and bus outings.

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154 Vernon Avenue directly adjacent to

North Hills Mall

www.silvercrestsuites.com

53 - 1 bedroom units

Rental applications now being accepted.

For more information, call 250-819-0101

yes no no no no no yes Close to all shopping, transit, fitness. New secure building with sprinkler system, elevator, roof top garden terrace and recreation room, storage units and scooter parking. Each unit has balcony or patio. In-suite laundry. Rental facility.

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760 Mayfair Street Kamloops, B.C. 250-682-4378

[email protected]

2-bedroom suites now available for rent

starting at $2,000 / month

yes no yes yes* no yes yesAffordable rental in pet-friendly 4 storey facility designed for seniors. Only seniors facility in Kamloops providing flexibility in use and cost of age-in-place support options (meals & housekeeping). Large 2 bd (924.5 sq. ft.) suites with full kitchen and in-suite laundry. Common facilities for all: dining room, media and theatre, exercise room, in-house spa/hair salon. Walking distance to shopping and services with *shuttle bus outings. Easy vehicle/scooter access.

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Check the schedule at www.kamloopsfilmfest.ca



Kamloops

Chartwell Ridgepointe

Retirement Residence1789 Primrose Court

Kamloops, B.C. V1S 0B7778.376.2003

www.chartwell.com

All-inclusive rent starting at

$2,270/month

109 suites

2 bed, 1 bath & 2 bed/2 bath w/ washer, dryer, fridge & stove

Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Affordable luxury in Pineview Valley. All-inclusive independent & independent supportive living. Three meals per day (chef prepared), weekly housekeeping/linen service, on-site amenities and recreational programs, parking, scheduled shuttle service, trans. to/from doctor appts 2X/wk, 24h. emergency monitoring system. Call Allyson 778-376-2003 today and ask about our promotions. Limited suites available.

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Supporting Seniors Living Choices

Cathy McLeod, MPKamloops-Thompson-Cariboo

Professional Grooming

for your Dogs & Cats

• Full grooms from $40• Pick up & drop off service

for an extra charge“The Grooming Salon

You’ve Been Looking For”

1065 Surrey Avenue, (North Shore) Kamloopswww.tanjaspetgrooming.com • 250.376.5992

460 Victoria StreetKamloops, BC V2C [email protected]

Desert GardensCommunity Centre

540 Seymour Street, Kamloops

Mondays:March 2 to April 27

(Excluding Easter Monday, April 6)

9:30 am – 11:30 am

Income Tax Service for Seniors

Mon - Fri: 9 am - 4 pm

Sponsored by ONCORE Central ServicesFree to low income adults 55 years and older

by PatriciaSeniors, Men,

Families & Women•

Haircuts $2300

Seniors $1800Walk-ins Welcome

6-1390 Hillside Dr. • 778.471.4247

Choices for Retirement Living is a quarterly guide provided by The Connector and our advertisers in an effort to assist retirees and their families find suitable retirement living options in the Kamloops region.

The 55+ BC Games, newly renamed, but retaining all the virtues of the previous 27 Games, will take place on Aug. 25 to 29, 2015.

In some sport/recreation activities, only a certain number of individuals or teams may take part at the Games. Therefore, a zone playoff is held if interested persons/teams exceed the Games limit. To find out if the event you are interested in requires a playoff, contact the sport event co-ordinator on the Zone 8 website accessed through www.55plusbcgames. You may try out for more than one activity 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 co-ordinator. Playoffs normally take place in April but may occur in late March or in May. It is important to contact your sport event co-ordinator as early as possible.

Even if you have not yet qualified for an event, we urge you to book your

accommodations early. You can always cancel later.

Zone 8 Crib Play downs, a pair’s tournament, will take place Saturday, April 18 at McArthur Island Park Lawn Bowling Clubhouse. Please contact Maureen Hickey by April 4 if you plan to attend.

You must be a member of the B.C. Seniors Games Society in order to take part in playoffs and/or the Games. An annual membership is $20, and there is a $5 registration fee for anyone entering or trying out. If no playoff is required or if you qualify for the Games during a playoff, the participant fee is $50 and must be paid by June 11. The zone will pay sport fees from a B.C. Government lottery grant gratefully received for 2015. Normally, you submit your registration papers and fees through your sport event co-ordinator, but you may send your papers and fees directly to the registrar or assistant registrar, Russ Reid.

North Vancouver beckons Zone 8 seniors athletes

Submitted by Linda Haas

See "Dragon boat" page 25


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Revelstoke Seniors Phone: 250-837-9456 www.revelstokeseniors.caMARCH 2015 Calendar of Events - The Connector ©

Genealogy Workshop1 - 4 pm

Bingo 1 pmCarpet Bowling

9 amDarts 7 pm

Billiards 9 amSenior Exercise

10 amWhist 7:30 pm

Carpet Bowling 9 am

Coffee Drop In 9:30 am

Crib 1 pmEasy Yoga 3 pm

Senior Exercise10 am

Duplicate Bridge 1 to 5 pm



9 amDarts 7 pm


10 amWhist 7:30 pm

Carpet Bowling 9 am




Duplicate Bridge

1 to 5 pm



9 amDarts 7 pm



9 amDarts 7 pm


10 amWhist 7:30 pm

Carpet Bowling 9 am




Duplicate Bridge

1 to 5 pm

Visit our website: www.revelstokeseniors.ca



9 amDarts 7 pm


10 amWhist 7:30 pm

Carpet Bowling 9 am




Duplicate Bridge

1 to 5 pm

Seniors Fifth Avenue Activity Centre

170 – 5th Ave. SESalmon Arm, B.C. V1E 4P2

Phone 250-832-1065Monday - Friday 9 am to 4 pm

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Pool Room Open Weekdays 9 AM to 4 P M

RAINBOW CAFE 11:30 AM- 1 PM Monday - FridayMARCH 2015 Calendar of Events - The Connector ©

Pancake Breakfast 8 am - 12 noon

Duplicate Bridge 1-4 pm

Table Tennis 8:30 amKeep Fit 10:45 am

Crib 1:30 pmLine Dancing 1:30 pm

Weightwatchers 8:30 amScrabble 9:30 amLadies Pool 12 pm

Darts 1 pmFloor Curling 1:30 pm

Weightwatchers 5:30 pmChess 7 pm

Scrabble 7 pm

Table Tennis 8:30 amCanasta 10 am

Square Dancers 6:30 pm

Keep Fit 10:45 am Social Bridge

1:30 pmTable Tennis 2pm

Crib 7 pm

Sing-A-Long 9:45 amWhist 10 am

Bridge 1:30 pm


Jammers Dance7pm






Scrabble 7 pm


Couples Dance Class 2 pm




Crib 7 pm


Bridge 1:30 pmGeneral Meeting

1:30 pm







Scrabble 7 pm


Couples Dance Class 2 pm




Crib 7 pm


Bridge 1:30 pm







Scrabble 7 pm








Scrabble 7 pm





Crib 7 pm


Birthday Lunch 12 noon

Bridge 1:30 pm

For Rent - 200 Seat AuditoriumWeddings, Anniversaries, Celebration Of Life,

Meetings, Fundraising Events A Stage For Concerts & Dances, Full Kitchen Facilities

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Ashcroft-Cache Creek Senior Society 601 BANCROFTAshcroft, B.C. 250-453-9828

Pat Kirby, PresidentMARCH 2015 Calendar of Events - The Connector ©

Closed Bridge12:30 - 4 pm

Carpet Bowling, Cards & Pool12:30 - 4 pm

ClosedGeneral Meeting

1pm

Carpet Bowling,Cards, & Pool12:30 - 4 pm

Bingo12:30 - 4 pm



Closed ClosedCarpet Bowling,Cards, & Pool12:30 - 4 pm

Bingo12:30 - 4 pm




Bingo12:30 - 4 pm





Bingo12:30 - 4 pm

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Lakeview Community Centre Society Lakeview CentreSquilax/Anglemont

Drop-in Centre Open: Mon-Fri 1–4 PM Coffee is on and hostess on duty


Carpet Bowling 10 am

Table Tennis 1 pm

Arts & Crafts10 am - 2 pm

Coffee & Hostess1 - 4 pm

Achy Breaky Body Parts Line Dancing 10am

Beginners, 10:30 advancedAnglebay EntertainersChorus Practice 1pm

Coffee & Hostess 1 - 4 pmBridge 7 pm



Cribbage 1 pm

Table Tennis 9:30 am


99th BirthdayMarvel Vindeg


Table Tennis 1 pm








Cribbage 1 pm



Breakfast8 to 11 am

hosted & sponsored by Lakeview Centre

Carpet Bowlers


Table Tennis 1 pm








Cribbage 1 pm




Table Tennis 1 pm




Table Tennis 1 pm








Cribbage 1 pm



Pig & Whistle tickets go on sale March 4, 2015

Please call Lorrie Schrader 250-955-0835

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Barriere & District Seniors Society 4431 Barriere Town RoadBox 791 Barriere V0E 1E0MARCH 2015 Calendar of Events - The Connector ©

Whist7 pm

Carpet Bowling10 am

Fun Cards1:30 pm

Carpet Bowling10 am


Whist7 pm

Carpet Bowling10 am

Fun Cards1:30 pm

Carpet Bowling 10 amExec Mtg 1:30pmGeneral Mtg 3 pm

Pot Luck & Birthday Cake

Whist7 pm

Carpet Bowling10 am

Fun Cards1:30 pm

Carpet Bowling10 am

Whist7 pm

Carpet Bowling10 am

Fun Cards1:30 pm

Carpet Bowling10 am

Happy 26th Birthday!BARRIERE & DISTRICT SENIORS’ SOCIETY

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Little Fort Community Centre PO Box 140Little Fort, BC

V0E 2C0



Carpet Bowling,9:30 am

Al-Anon 7pmBowling 7pm

Carpet Bowling 9:30 am

LFFD 7 pmBowling 7 pm


Crib 1-3 pm



Hospice Meeting

5pm - 9pm




Crib 1-3 pm






Crib 1-3 pm






Crib 1-3 pm



CLEARWATER ELK’S PANCAKE BREAKFASTS

every Saturday!We look forward to seeing you there!


Safety Mart AG FoodsHours

M-Th..........9.am.-.6.pmFri...............9.am-7.pmsat............. 9.am.-.6.pmsun.............9.am.-.5.pm

Brookfield.shopping.CentreClearwater.•.(250)674-2213

Proud to sponsor the Clearwater Friendly Club calendar of events

#38 - 1800 Tranquille Road, Brocklehurst, Kamloops, BC V2B 3L9

250-376-5757coopersfoods.com

Hours: 8am - 9pm everyday

Proud to sponsor CSI Activity Centre

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Clearwater Friendly Club Evergreen Acres(unless otherwise noted)

Phone: 250-674-3365 SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY


Carpet Bowling1-3 pm


Grief Support1-3 pm

NT Funeral Home

Coffee & Crafts10 am

3rd Sunday Social12:30

Wells Gray Inn


Bunco 1:30 - 3 pm Dutch Lake

Seniors’ Centre

Music & Refreshments

1 pm


Writer’s Circle2 pm Library



Pot Luck Lunch @ 12 noon


Book Club2 pm Library


M&M Lunch1 pm

Wells Gray InnCarpet Bowling

1-3 pm


WGCSS Meeting 10 am Dutch Lake

Seniors’ Centre

Friendly Club Mtg.1 pm


Writer’s Circle2 pm Library


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Brock Activity Centre 9A - 1800 Tranquille RoadKamloops, B.C. V2B 3L9

778-470-6000Hours: Monday to Friday, 9 am - 4 pmMARCH 2015 Calendar of Events - The Connector ©


Fender Bender Dance

$10 at the door 7:30 pm to 11 pm

Licensed

Euchre 1:30 pm

Foot Care Clinic778-470-6000

Wood Carving10 am

BINGO 6 pmCribbage 1-3 pm

Whist 1 pmBridge

1-3:30 pm

Pot Luck @ 12 NoonVolunteer Meeting

1 pm

Fender Bender Dance


Licensed

Euchre 1:30 pm

Foot Care Clinic778-470-6000

Wood Carving10 am

BINGO 6 pmCribbage 1-3 pm Whist 1 pm

Bridge1-3:30 pm

Lunch 11:30 am - 1 pm

Canasta 1 pm

Pancake Breakfast9:00 am

Fender Bender Dance


Licensed

Euchre 1:30 pmWood Carving

10 am

BINGO 6 pm

Fender Bender Dance


Licensed


10 am

BINGO 6 pmCribbage 1-3 pm

Whist 1 pmBridge

1-3:30 pm


Canasta 1 pm

Fender Bender Dance


Licensed


10 am

BINGO 6 pm

Cribbage 1-3 pmWhist 1 pm

Bridge1-3:30 pm


Canasta 1 pm

Prostate Cancer Support Group

10 am

Check out our website at www.csikamloops.ca

to see additional information on activities, events, programs and services. Also, “like” us on facebook!

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Chase Seniors Centre Chase Creekside Seniors542 Shuswap Avenue • 250-679-8522

Open 8:30 to 11:30 am, 1:00 to 4:30 pm MARCH 2015 Calendar of Events - The Connector ©

Exercise 8:30 am

Pool 1 pm

Silver Belles& Beaus10:30 am

Bingo 1 pm

Exercise 9 am

Shuffleboard1 pm

Wood Carving 9 am


Exercise 9amMini Crib 1 pm

Registration 10:30 Starts 11 am

C.O.P. Coffee House7 pm - Good toe tapping music!

Exercise 8:30 am

Pool 1 pm


Bingo 1 pm

Exercise 9 am

Shuffleboard1 pm

Wood Carving 9 am


Exercise 9amCrib 1 pm


Exercise 8:30 am

Pool 1 pm


Bingo 1 pm

Exercise 9 am

Shuffleboard1 pm

Wood Carving 9 am



Join Creekside Senior Centre!

Additional Information:Thursday 9 am Wood Carving: Call Dave at 250-679-8110 FMI Help available to get started, gals welcome.

Thursday 10 am Carpet Bowling: New members welcome, lessons provided. Lots of fun and low impact exercise.

Friday 1 pm Crib: Come early please. Help needed to set up tables & chairs.

Exercise 8:30 am

Pool 1 pm


Bingo 1 pm

Exercise 9 am

Shuffleboard1 pm

Wood Carving 9 am



Creekside Dinner Happy Hour 4:30 pm

Dinner 5 pm

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Royal Canadian Legion Br. #52 425 Lansdowne St.Kamloops, B.C. V2C 1Y2

Office: 250-374-1742 MARCH 2015 Calendar of Events - The Connector ©

Office Hours:1 pm to - 4 pm

Monday - Friday


Bar Open 12pm-7pmMeat Draw 2:30 pm

Bar Open12pm-7pm Bar Open

12pm-7pm

Bar Open12pm-11pm

Kamloops Darts League 7:30 pm

Bar Open12pm-11:30pm

Crib 7pmDarts League 7:30pm

Bar Open12pm-11:30pmStrange Brew7:30-11:30pm

$10pp

Bar Open12pm-1am

Meat Draw2:30 pm

Bar Open 12pm-7pm

Meat Draw 2:30 pm

Bar Open12pm-7pm

Bar Open12pm-7pm

Bar Open12pm-11pm



Crib 7pmDarts League

7:30pm


Country Classics7:30-11:30pm

$10pp

Bar Open12pm-7pm

Meat Draw 2:30pmKamloops

Darts Night

Bar Open12pm-7pm

Meat Draw2:30 pm

Bar Open12pm-7pm

Bar Open12pm-7pm

Bar Open12pm-11pm



Executive Meeting 4pm



Al Weldon7:30-11:30pm

$10pp

Bar Open 12pm-7pm

Meat Draw 2:30pmKDL Darts

Bar Open12pm-7pm

Meat Draw2:30 pm

Bar Open12pm-7pm

Branch General Meeting 7:30 pm

Bar Open12pm-7pm

Bar Open12pm-11pm




Bar Open12pm-11:30pmFender Bender7:30-11:30pm

$10pp

Bar Open12pm-1am

Meat Draw2:30 pm

Bar Open12pm-7pm

Meat Draw2:30 pm

Bar Open12pm-7pm

Branch General Meeting 7:30 pm

Bar Open12pm-7pm

OFFICE HOURS: 1 PM - 4 PM • MON-FRIPHONE: 250-374-1742

FAX: 250-374-1708

Activity co-ordinators from Seniors Fifth Avenue Activity Centre in Salmon Arm pose for a photo at the recent Volunteer Appreciation Dinner. It is a truly active centre with only one staff member and 75 volunteers who work in the office, cafe and all other aspects of the society for its nearly 700 members.

Submitted

Clearwater now has a drop-in centre for seniors, a room in the former Dutch Lake School which has been converted by the District of Clearwater with grants from numerous sources. Wednesday, Feb. 4 was an open house for this seniors’ centre, organized by President Eileen Sedgwick of the Wells Gray Country Seniors’ Society. Cutting the cake and posing for photographer Sandra Holmes, are Kay Knox, treasurer (left) and Evelyn Warner, secretary. New member Verna Creed watches with interest.

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Savona and Area 50+ O.A.P.O Branch #1296605 Buie Road/Savona Access Rd

Donna Schwieger 250-373-2334MARCH 2015 Calendar of Events - The Connector ©


Savona Weight Loss Club 8:15 amExercise 9:30 am

Crafts 1 pmCarpet Bowling

6:45 pm

Exercise 8:30 am General Meeting

6 pm

Exercise 8:45 amCoffee 9:30 am

UPS 7 pm

Exercise 8:30 amCarpet Bowling

6:45 pm


Crib 7 pm



6:45 pm

Exercise 8:30 amExercise 8:45 amCoffee 9:30 am

UPS 7 pm


6:45 pm


Crib 7 pm



6:45 pm

Exercise 8:30 am

Bean Supper1 to 8 pm



6:45 pm

Exercise 8:30 amExercise 8:45 amCoffee 9:30 am

UPS 7 pm


6:45 pm


Crib 7 pm



6:45 pm

Exercise 8:30 am Exercise 8:45 amCoffee 9:30 am

UPS 7 pm


6:45 pm


Crib 7 pm

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Sorrento Drop-In SocietyPasschendaele Road, Sorrento, B.C.

Phone: 250-675-5358President: Jennie Wiebe 250-679-8282

Hall Bookings: J. Chisholm 250-675-3835MARCH 2015 Calendar of Events - The Connector ©


Church Group 9 am

Glee Club 9:30 am AA 8 pm

Wheels to Meals

Pool 1 pmCrib 1:30 pm

Exec. Mtg10 am

Cards 1-4 pm Pool 6 pm

FootcareQuilting 10 am

Pool 1 pm

Ladies Snooker1-4pm

Scottish Dancing

9:30 am - noon

Church Group 9 am





Pool 1 pm

Ladies Snooker1-4pm

Scottish Dancing

9:30 am - noon

Church Group 9 am


Wheels to Meals




Pool 1 pm

Ladies Snooker

1-4p

Snooker TourneyScottish Dancing

9:30 am - noon

Church Group 9 am



Church Group 9 am





Pool 1 pm

Ladies Snooker1-4pm

Scottish Dancing

9:30 am - noon

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Merritt Senior Centre THE MERRITT SENIORS ASSOC. and O.A.P.O. Br. #168

1675 Tutill Court • Phyllis Riley, President



Footcare(See below for details)

Yoga 1:30 pmCrib & Whist

7 pm

Bingo 1 pmDuplicate Bridge

7 pm

Carpet Bowling 1:30 pm

Court Whist 7 pm

Physically Challenged

10 amFloor Curling

1 pm

Rummoli 7 pm

Floor Curling 1 pm

Yoga 1:30 pmCrib & Whist

7 pm


7 pm


Court Whist 7 pm


10 amFloor Curling

1 pm

General Meeting 1:30 pmRummoli

7 pm

Floor Curling 1 pm

Yoga 1:30 pmCrib & Whist 7pm


7 pm


Court Whist 7 pm


10 amFloor Curling

1 pm

Pot Luck Supper5 pm

Rummoli 7 pm

Floor Curling 1 pm



7 pm



7 pm


Court Whist 7 pm

Shut-In LunchFloor Curling

1 pm

Rummoli 7 pm

Floor Curling 1 pm

Footcare is at the Merritt Senior Centre the first Monday of each month.

To make a reservation, call Colleen Thomat 250-374-1735 (W) or 250-819-1632 (C)

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Salmon Arm Seniors Drop-In Society Box 1552 — 31 Hudson Ave. NESalmon Arm, V1E 4P6 250-832-3015

Drop in Pool 10 am - 2 pm Monday - Friday



Spiritualist Church10:30 am - 1 pm Mt. Ida Painters

9 am - 2 pm

Painting Group 8:30 am - 2:00 pm

Srs’ Computer Class9:30 am - 1 pm

Spiritualist Church7 pm - 9 pm

Elder Services Senior Outreach12:30 - 2:30 pm


Elder Services Seniors Outreach10 am - 12 noon

Bingo 5-10 pmDoors open 4 pm

Walk-ins 6 pmRegular Games 7 pm

Spiritualist Church10:30 am - 1 pm

Mt. Ida Painters9 am - 2 pm














Spiritualist Church

10:30 am - 1 pmMt. Ida Painters

9 am - 2 pm





Srs’ Computer Class9:30 am - 1 pmBetter at Home

11 - 2 pm





Gospel MusicCoffeehouse

2 - 5 pm






Srs’ Computer Class9:30 am - 1 pmBetter at Home

11 - 2 pm




Spiritualist Church - Norm 250-832-0442Mount Ida Painters - Al 250-832-5149Singles Club - Betty 250-832-2315

Tuesday Art Group - Ross 250-832-3579Hall Rental - Dave 250-833-0902Bingo - Wendy 250-253-3516

Gospel Music - Hank 250-833-5072Computer Class - Jennifer 250-833-2095Elder Services - Sheila or Dave 250-833-4136

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Fletcher Park Senior’s Resource Centre320A Second Ave. NESalmon Arm, B.C. V1E 1H1

Phone 250-832-7000 Fax 250-833-0550Office Hours: 9 am - 3 pm



Monday Morning Market

Caregiver Support Group

10 am

Foot Care(by appt. only)

Lunch with Friends

Foot Care(by appt. only) Day Away Day Away



Lunch with Friends


Day AwayBoard Mtg

10 amGood Food Box

Pick Up

Day Away


Caregiver Support Group

10 am


Lunch with Friends




Lunch with Friends

Income Tax Program Begins Mar 2 - Apr 30



Lunch with Friends


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Logan Lake Seniors 50+ Drop-in Centre 80 – 150 Opal

Village Centre MallMARCH 2015 Calendar of Events - The Connector ©


Closed

WHY Bingo6:30 pm

Games 10 am - 12 pm

League Bowling

10 am - 2pmOpen

9 am - 12 pm

Open9 am - 3 pm

Bingo1 - 3 pm

Open9 am - 12 pm

Games 10 am - 12 pm

League Bowling

10 am - 2pmOpen

9 am - 12 pm

Open9 am - 3 pm

Bingo1 - 3 pm

Drop in Bowling 6:30 pm

Members’ St. Paddy’s Dinner

Closed

WHY Bingo6:30 pm

Games 10 am - 12 pm

League Bowling

10 am - 2pm

General Meeting

Open 9 am - 12 pm

Open9 am - 3 pm

Bingo1 - 3 pm

Open9 am - 12 pm

Games 10 am - 12 pm

League Bowling

10 am - 2pmOpen

9 am - 12 pm

Open9 am - 3 pm

Bingo1 - 3 pm

Drop in Bowling 6:30 pm

WHY Bingo6:30 pm

Games 10 am - 12 pm


This is one part of a three-part series submitted by Stella De Rosa. The second and third parts of her blessing will be included in the next two issues of The Connector.

One: Thank you to the angel who gave a packer at Extra Foods a generous gift to give me. I asked who and where he was so I could thank him but the packer said he didn’t see him around — just flew in and flew out. I am very humbled by your generosity and kindness. So unexpected and I am overwhelmed. It went towards medication I required that is not covered. But how did you know — angels among us. May God bless you always and watch over you. May my guardian angel help you along your way; I am eternally grateful for your gift.

Jesus said to His disciples, “This, then, is how you should pray: Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name, your kingdom come, your will be done on earth as it is in heaven.”

The next line in Jesus’ introductory lesson on prayer is, “Give us today our daily bread.”

This sentence is a prayer that God will supply us with our “daily” needs for this day. As a simple petition regarding the necessities of everyday living, certain truths

become self-evident.Last month, we took

a look at the first truth: God cares for our bodies. But, this particular petition also teaches us to pray for our daily bread “for the coming day.” In other words, Jesus calls or commends us to focus on living this day for all it’s worth — to live one day at a time and not worry about the distant and unknown future. Plan for it, but don’t fret over it!

And why would you? God’s got it all figured out. He’s got you and your life figured out. And get this — He loves you. He knows what’s best for you. He knows everything that’s going to happen to you. And, He’s getting you ready for it. He’s looking out for

your future right here in the present. He’s setting everything up as we speak. So, what have you got to worry about?

In fact, that’s exactly what Jesus says, “So do not worry...”

“But seek first His kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well. Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own.” (Matthew 6:32-34)

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Kamloops Arts Council’s Art Exposed, Feb. 28 to March 8. Opening Reception is on Feb. 27, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Art Exposed Open Exhibition is a community-centred visual arts exhibit, giving the public a chance to view local artwork of many different types, including: paintings, drawings, sculpture, jewelry, pottery, photography and more. Admission is by donation. Artwork is available for purchase or rent. It is located at the Old Courthouse Cultural Centre, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. Visit www.kamloopsarts.ca for more info.

A free public lecture sponsored by The Council of Canadians (Kamloops chapter) will take place on March 12. Murray Dobbin will speak on the topic of “Why the NDP & the Liberals must co-operate to defeat the conservatives.” The event will take place at 7 p.m. in the Barber Centre at Thompson Rivers University.

Barnhartvale Coffee House “Open Mic” on Saturday, March 21. Doors open at 7 p.m. and music starts at 7:30 p.m. Admission is $5 and free for open mic performers and children under 12.

B.C. Old Time Fiddlers’ Association Kamloops Branch #12 presents: Kelli Trottier, Canada’s fiddling, singing and stepdancing sensation. Appearing March 29, 2 p.m. at the Hal Rogers Centre, 2025 Summit Dr. Tickets are $20 or $15 for KOTFA members. For tickets or more infomation call 250-376-2330.

The Snowflakes Theatre Society presents “Fawlty Towers – Communication Problems.” All show times will be at 2:30 p.m., Feb. 7 and 21 and March 7 and 21 at the Centre for Seniors Information (CSI) Activity Centre, 9A, 1800 Tranquille Rd. in the Brocklehurst Shopping Centre. Admission is by donation. Call 778-470-6000 for more information. Background information: The Snowflakes are a newly formed acting troupe whose passion is to bring live theatre to Kamloops seniors, their families and their friends. Shows are also open to the general public.

“Around Kamloops,” watercolour paintings by Maureen Hove at the Old Courthouse Gallery, 7 West Seymour St., Kamloops from March 3 to 31. Maureen, a mostly self-taught artist, studied art in Vancouver and throughout her working career in education, has taken many workshops in watercolour composition and technique. Her landscapes are portrayed in bold colours, sometimes accentuated by ink, evocative of her impressions of the vibrancy of the Kamloops area. The gallery is open year-round, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m from Tuesday to Friday and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturdays. Visit: kamloopscourthousegallery.ca for more information.

KGTC is proud to announce they will be the host club for the Canada Cup Competition (formerly Elite Canada) from March 13 to 15, presented by Gymnastics Canada. Competitions

will be held in the fieldhouse at the Tournament Capital Centre (TCC). For more information please contact 250-374-6424 or email [email protected].

886 Overlander Wing of the Royal Canadian Air Force Association will hold their Annual General Meeting (AGM) on April 8 at the ABC Restaurant, 1835 Rogers Place. Lunch will be available at your own expense and the meeting will start at noon. For more information contact Mike at 250-318-5777.

If you enjoy two-Stepping, waltzes, polkas, schottisches, foxtrots and more, come dance to the music of The Kamloops Fiddlers on Saturday, March 7, 7:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the Heritage House, 100 Lorne St. $6 for members, non-members $7. Everyone is welcome. FMI call 250-376-2330. There will also be an afternoon dance at the North Shore Community Centre, on Tuesday, March 17, 1:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. Everyone is welcome. FMI call Brian at 250-376-5194.

Fun Laughter Friends presents the second annual Plant and Seed Exchange on March 29, rain or shine. This is a fun and free event that encourages going green, reusing, recycling, organic living, resource sharing and information exchange. Join us for one or for all our activities. This group is for individuals to socialize as much as possible and have lots of fun and laughter with friends. For more information please contact Wendy at [email protected].

St. Paul’s Cathedral Lenten Lecture Series 2015: Thursdays in Lent: 12:15 p.m. to 12:45 p.m., with a light lunch to follow. All are welcome. For more information please call 250-372-3912 or email [email protected] 5: Dawne Taylor: The Way of Worship and WorkMarch 12: Ron and Jennifer Ste. Marie: The CaminoMarch 19: Dan Hines: WayfindingMarch 26: Ian Chadwick: The Pilgrims ProgressApril 2: Louise Peters: Missional Pilgrimage Practices

The Thompson Valley Activity Social Club presents Let’s Dance, which will take place on March 28, 2015. Hosted at the Kamloops Curling Club, Let’s Dance will feature music by Sierra. The dance will run from 8 p.m. to midnight. Tickets are $10. Please contact Zonia at 250-372-0091 or Francoise at 250-372-3782 for more information.

If you know of an upcoming event that you think is important or would like to notify the public of, please feel free to send any information to [email protected]. Please note that we may not have room to run all events in our monthly edition; however, we will do our best to make sure that we run a diverse list of events available to the public in both Kamloops and outlying areas.

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DOWnSIZInG? What will you do with all your unneeded items? Habitat for Humanity ReStore will take all re-salable items and turn them into homes for families, right here in Kamloops. Tax receipts are available upon request for donations over $100. Drop off at 28-1425 Cariboo Place or call for a pick up at 250-828-7867.

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SETTLInG An ESTATE? What are you going to do with everything? Habitat for Humanity ReStore will take all re-salable items and turn them into homes for deserving Kamloops families. What a legacy! Tax receipts are available upon request for donations over $100. Drop off at 28-1425 Cariboo Place or call for a pick up at 250-828-7867.

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Track and field will take place at the Swangard Stadium in Burnaby, while ice curling will happen at the Vancouver Curling Club.

In Kamloops, dragon boat season starts in early April. Contact Phil Maher at 250-371-1860 or [email protected] for more information. You can also Google Kamloops Dragon Boat Club for location, festivals, practices, etc.

To help keep us operationally afloat, we invite folks of all ages to our fundraising lunch on April 16 at the ABC County Restaurant in Aberdeen. Tickets cost $12 and will be available at

the March 19 meeting, from members or by contacting Linda at either 250-679-3557 or [email protected] to reserve them. Besides a lunch buffet, there will be a shared pot draw, bucket auction and a candy guess. It’s a fun event that lets you spring into summer while supporting Zone 8 seniors. The next meeting is March 19, 10 a.m. at the Chief Louis Centre, Tk’emlups Indian Band, on Shuswap Road. Everyone is welcome.

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GroupsThe North Shore Community Centre Society and the Children's Circle Daycare Society are looking for donations of gently used small items for a combined fundraiser to take place in April. Donations can be dropped off at the Children's Circle Centre (please call 250-314-2219 to make arrangements) or the North Shore Community Centre (please call the office at 250-376-4777). Thank you for your community support!

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 April to September. Come as an individual or a group. The first three sessions are free, check it out. For more information contact Irene at 250-374-427, Bruce at 250-554-5177 or visit www.kamloopsriversidelawnbowlingclub.com

Kamloops Garden Club is having their monthly meeting on Wednesday, March 25 at 7 p.m. in the upper level of Heritage House, 100 Lorne St. Kamloops (Riverside Park). New members are always welcome.

The Kamloops Naturalist Club meets on the third Thursday of each month, September through June at 7 p.m. at the Heritage House, Riverside Park. Guests are welcome. We are dedicated to the promotion and preservation of the natural world. Please call 250-554-1285. Kamloops' original Coffee House. Warm atmosphere, excellent music

and wonderful coffee and treats. From town, take the Trans Canada Highway east to the Dallas Petrocan. Follow Dallas Drive to Barnhartvale Road and keep going for seven kilometres. Barnhartvale Hall is on the left. Thank you for supporting local live music!

886 Overlander Wing of the Royal Canadian Air Force Association will hold their Annual General Meeting (AGM) on April 8 at the ABC Restaurant, 1835 Rogers Place. Lunch will be available at your own expense and the meeting will start at noon. For more information contact Mike at 250-318-5777. 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.

Ping Pong / Table Tennis: experience the wonderful enjoyment of the game — all ages and beginners are welcome. Make new friends, have fun and be fit. Experts say it is also good for your brain. We play on Tuesday 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., Thursday 12 :30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Desert Garden Community Centre, 540 Seymour St., Kamloops FMI call 250-372-3965.

The Afternoon Auxiliary to RIH meet the first Monday of the month (except July and August) at 1:30 p.m. at the Calvary Temple. Come join us and find out what we are all about or call the office at 250-314-2331.

Cribbage every Tuesday evening at Mt Paul United Church, 140 Laburnum Street, North Shore. Doors open at 6 p.m. for coffee and social. Games begin at 7 p.m. Everyone is welcome.

Kamloops Photo Arts Club meets 7 p.m. most Wednesdays (Sept to June) for learning and sharing. Henry Grube Education Centre, 245 Kitchener Cresc. Rm 1B. Phone: 250-372-1778 or our website kamloopsphotoarts.ca for more information.

Overlander Women's Institute meet the first and third Friday of every month from 10 a.m. to noon on the North Shore. For women to meet other women, to become informed, involved and to enjoy an abundance humor. For more info. Call Cathy at 250-376-9810

The Kamloops Family History Society meetings take place on the fourth Thursday of each month (not including June, July, August, and December) from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., at Heritage House in Riverside Park. All are welcome. For more info call 250-372-5679.

Kamloops Antiques, Collectibles and Heritage Club meets on the second Thursday of every month, September to June at Heritage House on Lorne Street (Riverside Park). 7 pm. Guests and new members welcome. All meetings start at 7 p.m. For more information call Bernice at 250-372-0468 or 250-377-8364 and ask for Joyce.

Kamloops Stamp Club meets at 2 p.m. on the second Tuesday of each month at Desert Gardens, 540 Seymour St., Kamloops. Contact 250-314-1021.

McArthur Park Lawn Bowlers on McArthur Island meets Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturdays 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 250-376-0917 (Kay) or 250-319-3255 (Ron).

Kamloops Floor Curlers meet Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Heritage House, top floor, at 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 or Kay at 250-828-0819 or Liz at 250-372-5493. Kamloops Celiac Chapter meetings take place the second Tuesday of each month (Jan. to Nov.) from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., above Living Kitchens at 1361 McGill Rd. (side entrance). All are welcome. FMI call 250-314-1404. 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.

Linda Langevin, our new director, will be conducting our group into a new and exciting season. 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. The CSI Seniors Activity Centre offers floor curling at 1:30 p.m. on Mondays. Players needed. The address is 9a-1800 Tranquille Rd. in the Brock Shopping Centre. Call 778-470-6000 for more information. Alzheimer Caregiver and Early Support Stage groups meet 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., Kamloops. For more information please contact Tara Hildebrand, support and education co-ordinator Alzheimer Society of B.C. at 250-377-8200. St. Paul’s Thrift Shop, 360 Nicola St. is open Fridays from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 pm. Wheelchair accessible from back lane entrance. Great bargains every week. Kamloops Elks Lodge #44 meets at 7:30 p.m. every second Thursday of each month at 784-B Victoria St. We have served the community since 1920. You are invited to come and meet the members. New members are welcomed. The hall is also available for gatherings, meetings, etc. For any inquiries please call 250-372-2737 or 250-573-4632. Kamloops United Church Thrift Shop has moved across the road to 387- 4th Ave., 250-372-3448. Our hours there are from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday to Friday. We have excellent merchandise and prices and welcome new customers. Kamloops and District Diabetes can be reached by calling toll free 1-888-628-9494, which will connect you with the Regional Office in Kelowna. Volunteers who man the phones most weekdays can give you local information or the name and number of local speakers, dates and locations of meetings and remember volunteers are always welcome to help with events. There are two support groups in Kamloops. Community speakers are always welcome. The 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 tradition of service requires a legacy of support. Consider joining the North Kamloops Royal Purple #277. Meetings are the first and third Tuesday each month. Call Eleanor Vernon, 250-374-2806. Aberdeen Lions Club meets the second and fourth Tuesday of the month at 12 p.m., at ABC Restaurant, 1835 Rogers Place. New members welcome. Call 250-828-1765.

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GroupsNorth Kamloops Elks Lodge #469, #102-1121 12th Street, Kamloops (250) 376-2924 (leave message). Meet third Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. New members welcome. Please join. Crib Tournaments every Wednesday, 7 p.m. Doors open at 6 p.m. Kamloops Stroke Recovery Group, a support group for people who’ve suffered a stroke and their caregivers, meet the second, third and fourth Thursday of the month from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. for activities and field trips such as bowling, guest speakers, etc. The group also offers a speech software program to help those with speech recovery. To confirm dates of meetings, location and other information, call Shona at 250-320-1348. Kamloops Prostate Cancer Support Group meet at 10 am on the third Saturday of the month at The Seniors Activity Centre, 9A-1800 Tranquille Road. Phone 250-376-4011 or email [email protected]. The Canadian Cancer Society, Cancer Connection a source for cancer information can be accessed at 1-888-939-3333.Are you serious about writing? Network with people who are supportive, informative and interested in publishing. Why not check out Kamloops’ own Interior Authors Group, which meets the second Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Kamloops Art Gallery. Call Elma, 250-374-1750, or go to www.interiorauthorsgroup.ca.

M&M Social Time for Ladies in Clearwater meets the last Sunday of the month at the Wells Gray Inn at 1 p.m. Call 250-587-6503. Tuesday afternoon cribbage takes place at 1:30 p.m. at McArthur Park Lawn Bowling clubhouse, next to Norbrock Stadium. Come for crib, coffee and good-company. Free parking. Call 250-579-0228, 250-579-8259 or 250-376-0917. Kiwanis Club of Kamloops welcomes new members every Thursday at 5:30 p.m. at the Ramada Inn, 555W Columbia St. Call 250-372-3660. Enjoy walking? Join the Hearts in Motion Walking Club every Tuesday and Thursday at the food court in Aberdeen Mall at 8:30 a.m. Yearly cost is $10. All money raised goes to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Everyone is welcome. Call Sharon, 250-374-0688. Wells Gray Country Seniors Society meets first Wednesday of each month, except July and August, 10:00 a.m. at the Seniors’ Drop In Centre, Dutch Lake Community Centre; Third Sunday Social at 12:30 pm at Wells Gray Inn all year long; Writers' Circle, 2 pm at the Clearwater Library on 1st and 3rd Thursdays; Book Club also at the library at 2 pm on the last Thursday of each month. Contacts: Eileen (250-674-2400) or Evelyn (250-674-3688).

Kamloops Ostomy Support Group meets the first Thursday of every month from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. (except July

and Aug). This is a group for ostomates and their support persons. Enhance your quality of life through interaction with others who live with an ostomy. FMI call 250-819-0945. Chronic Pain Association of Kamloops meets the last Wednesday of each month at 12:30 p.m. at People In Motion, 182B Tranquille Rd., for resources, support and fellowship. Parking in back. Call Chris, 250-376-2908, or Jackie, 250-372-1912. 55+ Kamloops Senior Swimmers meet Mondays and Wednesdays, 8 to 9 a.m. at the YMCA/YWCA. Call Elizabeth, 250-573-2818. 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!

The Kamloops Parkinson Awareness Group meets the third Wednesday of each month from Sept. to June, at Desert Gardens, 540 Seymour Street — 1:00 p.m. For more information contact Rendy at 250-374-0798.

To all Royal Inland Hospital Retirees, Spring “Coffee Connections” will take place Thursday, April 23, 10 a.m. to noon. The event will take place at the North Shore Community Centre, 730 Cottonwood Avenue. Admission is $5. For more information call 250-374-2209 or visit our Facebook page.Kamloops’ original Coffee House. Warm atmosphere, excellent music, and wonderful coffee. From town, take

the Trans Canada Highway east to the Dallas Petrocan. Follow Dallas Drive to Barnhartvale Road and keep going for seven km. Barnhartvale Hall is on the left. Thank you for supporting local live music!

This is to notify you that the AGM of the Kamloops Chamber of Commerce (Chamber) will be held in Kamloops at the Plaza Hotel at 6:45 p.m. on Thursday, March 12. The AGM is open to the public; however, only members in good standing will be eligible to vote.

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 #9-177 Tranquille Rd in Kamloops. Contact information: 250-554-2455. We still have our Tuesday night free bingo starting at 4:30 p.m. and our Wednesday darts starting at 1:30 p.m. On weekends we have our karaoke on Friday nights at 7:30 p.m. and our meat draws Saturdays and Sundays at 3 p.m.

If you would like to advertise your group with The Connector, please contact us at [email protected] or bring your posting down to Oncore Central Services on Victoria St., Monday to Friday. Please be advised that we can only run as many group listings as space permits. In instances where we cannot run every group listing, we do our best to rotate the frequency of a listing. Thank you.


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