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than what it is used to when the Cariboo Hill Temple Band and Songsters perform their first concert in Kamloops on October 13 at 7:00pm.

Major Sharleen McTaggart of the Salvation Army Kamloops spoke of the excitement being generated by the visiting musicians. “We are really looking forward to this. There are not many opportunities for our residents to experience a brass band.” Sharleen adds, “They are very unique and professional.”

The 61 virtuosos of the Cariboo Hill Temple Band and Songsters hail from the Lower Mainland and each gives of his or her time and talent for the ministry. They have traveled all over North America participating in World Fairs as well as marching in the Pasadena Rose Festival Parade. They have visited cities along the west coast from Juneau to San Diego. This musical fellowship continues to partici-pate in many community events throughout Vancouver and the Lower Mainland with their unique way of proclaiming “Music with a Message”.

The brass band tradition was born during England’s Industrial Revolution. By the end of the 1800s, brass bands had developed to the current instrumentation of cornets, flugel horn, tenor horns, baritones, trombones, eupho-niums, basses and percussion. It was the Salvation Army that first brought the music to North America with the purpose of serving as an instrument to proclaim the gospel.

Kamloops’ seniors will enjoy the popular group’s diverse expressions as visits to local nursing homes have been arranged and the

worship and fellowship will continue when the band and songsters set the mood and enhance the message by playing a special program for the Salvation Army Kamloops’ Sunday morning service. Their concert rep-ertoire consists of orchestral works, featured soloists, marches, medleys, and hymn tune arrangements.

Proceeds from ticket sales will go to the Salvation Army Christmas campaign to fund their Family Services department and other programs such as the bread line, camps for kids, the coat program and various counselling services and workshops. The Salvation Army bell ringers and Christmas kettles will go out

on November 15, marking the only time of year that the organization actively fundraises.

Sharleen predicts the band will play for a full house and advises to reserve your seat in advance for this much anticipated debut performance. The concert will be held at the Kamloops Christian School, 750 Cottonwood Avenue, in the theatre. Tickets must be pur-chased in advance as there is seating available for 125 concert-goers. Call 250-554-1611 for ticket information.

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The Kamloops Museum is hosting this year’s British Columbia Museums Association Conference, which is scheduled from October 17 to 20. Delegates come from all over British Columbia and represent a cross section of the provinces’ vibrant community of museums, art galleries and heritage sites. The conference theme is Rendezvous - “All Together Now” which underlines the need of the heritage and arts sector to meet and exchange ideas and strategize for the future.

Building on the success of the 2012 Bicentennial event, the Kamloops Museum and the Tk’emlúps te Secwépemc have partnered once again to commemorate their shared history, by closing the conference with an event at the Secwépemc Museum and Heritage Park on Saturday, October 20. The event will include guided tours of the Secwépemc Museum; a tour of the heritage park including performances in traditional pit houses; a tour of the residen-

tial school; and interactive performances by the Sagehill drummers and dancers in the completely renovated ‘Moccasin Square Gardens’, the wall-to-wall cedar gym.

Finishing off the day is a gourmet feast of locally caught salmon. This event is open to the public at a cost of $35, which includes admission, entertainment and lunch. Registration is available at museum-sassn.bc.ca, as well as by cash or cheque at the Kamloops Museum.

The City of Kamloops invites interested non-profit organiza-tions to submit applications for the 2013 Social Planning Grants.

Kamloops City Council allo-cates $70,000 annually for local community initiatives through the Social Planning Grants. These grants are allocated at the begin-ning of every year after a thor-ough evaluation process facilitat-ed by staff on recommendation by the Social Planning Council. The number of applications received each year from nonprofit agen-cies or societies ranges from 15 to 25 applications, and of the $70,000 in funds available for

allocation, $10,000 is specifically designated to seniors’ initiatives. Applications are considered on an annual basis and separate from previous years. Submission of an application does not guarantee funding support.

For more information on the Social Planning Council visit kamloops.ca/socialdevelopment/socialplan/council.shtml

Activities utilizing the fund-ing must adhere to the princi-ples of the City of Kamloops Social Plan and City of Kamloops Sustainability Plan; strengthen and enhance the well-being of our community; promote vol-

unteering, where appropriate; address social concerns; improve the community’s ability to iden-tify needs and to implement self-help programs; promote cultural understanding; partner with other service providers in the commu-nity; be well publicized in the community; and occur within the City of Kamloops.

For full application details includ-ing application forms and the Kamloops Social Plan please visit kamloops.ca/socialdevelopment and click on the Social Planning Grants link. For more information, please contact Jennifer Casorso, Recreation Supervisor - Social

and Community Development at [email protected] or 250-828-3758.

Application deadline is November 13 at 4:00 pm.

BCMA Conference to close with Secwépemc event

City of Kamloops Social Planning Grants Call for Applicants

FlASh MoB CeleBrATeS SeniorS

National Seniors Day was October 1 and each Seniors’ Facility in Kamloops was invited to participate in a Flash Mob Dance Event. Kamloops Downtown Business Association paired up each of the groups with a local business in the downtown core. As the clock struck 2:00pm the seniors broke out in dance and moved and grooved with their favourite dance moves!Residents of Kamloops Renaissance Retirement Residence participated in the flash mob and danced to Singing in the Rain at the Valley First Credit Union on Seymour Street. After the dancing was over, The Plaza Hotel welcomed the dancers for an afternoon of tea and goodies in their ballroom. Each facility showcased their extraordinary dance moves in a fun competition with other Senior Facilities. Pictured are (L-R) Gloria Fraser, Ruth Armstrong and Ruth Kaatz.

The City of Kamloops and the Westsyde Community Development Society rec-ognized the many visionaries who helped found Westsyde Centennial Park with an unveil-ing of a commemorative plaque. The naming of the Sports Complex in the park also hon-ours Ralph Clearwaters as a founding member of the Park.

Centennial Park, one of only two parks in Westsyde, was so named to commemorate the Province of British Columbia’s 100th Anniversary in 1958. The park was started as a centen-nial project and is a story of land acquisition, Annual May Day Parades, other events and intercessions between nota-ble people of the day includ-ing Dan Campbell, Minister of Municipal Affairs, and Phil Gaglardi. The park of 26 acres was officially transferred to the City of Kamloops in 1973 from the Westsyde Community Development Corporation.

The Volunteer Fire Board, the Westsyde Ratepayers Association, the Westsyde Centennial Park Association and other like-minded commu-nity groups’ dedication, interest and involvement contributed to this historical recognition. This activism continues to be carried on today through participation, involvement and support by res-idents who live in the Westsyde community.

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Agriculture Farm Tour builds awareness of local farming

On Thursday, September 13th, the Kamloops Agriculture Advisory Committee hosted a Kamloops Farm Tour in order to facilitate a better under-standing of the local commercial agri-culture industry in order to help guide the development of a City Agriculture Area Plan. This community engagement event is one of several more to come that will be included as part of Agriculture Area Plan Development Process.

The tour, of approximately 60 people representing various agencies and aimed to educate participants on the challenges and opportunities of local commercial farming operations, trends of the indus-try, and the successes and failures of dif-ferent sectors of Kamloops agriculture.

Gary Rolston, Professional Agrologist, of ‘From the Ground Up’ in Courtenay noted that, according to a model devel-oped by the BC Ministry of Agriculture, it takes 0.524 hectares to feed one per-son, of which 10% must be irrigated. “Kamloops needs close to 45,000 hect-ares of land to be fully food self-suffi-cient. There isn’t that much land avail-able within the boundaries of the City. This is why Kamloops should be looking to support and encourage agricultural development in the larger region.”

In addition, the average age of BC

farmers continues to climb, and with-out new generations stepping in to take over, this poses a very real threat to local farming enterprises. More and more produce is transported from the US and Mexico. While farmers mar-kets provide a great opportunity to source local products and raise aware-ness about local food, the distribu-tion and wholesale processes in the province leave costly inefficiencies. “We need to be able to sell our pro-duce in local stores. Local produce is shipped to large central warehouses at the coast and then shipped back to the large stores in Kamloops”, said one local farmer. The first step to dealing with these issues is awareness, and the tour helped to generate this, as well as potential future partnerships for local agricultural support.

Participants left the tour with a better understanding of the industry, and rec-ognized the need to protect the area’s resources, such as land and water, and to sustain and expand the local agricul-ture industry.

To stay connected with the Agriculture Area Plan visit the City of Kamloops Agriculture Area Plan webpage at kamloops .ca /envi ronment / land- agricultureplan.shtml

The farm tour stopped at Dhaliwal Green Acre Vegetable Farm, the largest onion producer in BC and one of the largest potato producers in BC.


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Special Olympians from Kamloops will be attending the 2013 Provincial Summer Games in Langley, BC from July 11 to 14. The teams traveling to the games include the swim team consisting of Krista McKee, Maya Baker, Megan Gourley, Diana Friend, Cameron Chambers, Anders Beitel, Michael Harris and The Echo’s own delivery specialist, Marilee Manning! On the bowling team is Peter Donovan and on the softball team is James Love, Ricky Porter and Brian Bournes.Pictured are (L-R standing) Anders Beitel, Diana Friend, Marilee Manning, Maya Baker, Cameron Chambers and coach Kim Carter. (L-R Sitting): Michael Harris, Megan Gourley and Krista McKee.

Homeless Count creates awareness and measures changeThe Kamloops Homelessness

Action Plan and ASK Wellness Centre present Homeless Count 2012 on October 18 and 19.

Homeless counts are conducted in many communities across North America and help in a variety of ways, including creating awareness for both the public and volunteers; connect-ing with people living on the streets; tracking trends; measuring change; informing program development and informing government policy.

The goals of the Count include expanding the supplies offered to the homeless participants; the number of volunteers; and the involvement of local shelters and institutions serv-ing homeless people. The end result will be a comprehensive report that will be available to the public and policymakers.

ASK Wellness Centre has been performing the Kamloops Homeless Count since 2006. For 2012, the count process will be expanded, using the ‘Counting Homelessness - Guidelines for a Standardized Method for BC Communities’ produced by the Province of British Columbia.

The City of Kamloops has an agree-

ment with Service Canada to receive federal funds under the Homelessness Partnering Strategy for the purpose of addressing housing and homeless-ness in the community. These funds provide in part for projects that are approved by the Kamloops Working Group on Homelessness, managed

by the City, and carried out by local non-profit organizations/service pro-viders in the community. Eight of these projects are currently funded in Kamloops; the 2012 Homeless Count will be the ninth.

The City is providing $5,000 to ASK Wellness, in partnership with the Homelessness Action Plan, to conduct the Count. Residents inter-ested in volunteering can attend a free training session at ASK Wellness Centre (433 Tranquille Rd) on either Friday, October 12th or Monday, October 15th, from 5:00 to 6:00pm. Pre-registration is not required.

The complete reports on counts in Kamloops and Merritt will be avail-able in early November, through the HAP website at kamloopshap.ca and the ASK Wellness website at askwellness.ca.

No excuses for not helping the homelessFull of Excuse is an emerging band from Kamloops that is turning heads

with neck breaking speed. They will be performing at an all ages concert at Kamloops Spirit Square on Mackenzie Road on Friday, October 12 at 1:00pm. This community show is a benefit for the homeless. Full of Excuses delivers everything from hard rock to heartbreaking melodies with an edgy, acoustic-driven sound that leaves music lovers wanting more.

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A local business, Findlay’s Vacuum and Sewing World, has adopted Habitat for Human-ity Kamloops as their charity of choice for a great fundraising idea. Findlay’s has been running a contest over the summer where Kamloopsians were invited to make original designer tote bags. There were two categories, one for adults and one for children. 16 folks completed these unique totes, which are now hanging at Findlay’s store on Tranquille Rd. The public is now invited to vote on which tote design is the best. The adult winner will receive a new Brother NS40 sewing ma-chine valued at over $500, and the children’s prize for those 10 to 15 years of age will win a start-er sewing kit valued at $75. Vot-ing ends on October 6 at 2:00pm.

A silent auction is also a part of this great promotion. The public is invited to bid on each of these unique designer totes with all mon-ey generated going to Habitat for Humanity Kamloops. The silent auction runs until November 15. Take a trip to Findlay’s and place your bid to own an originally de-signed tote bag for a great cause. Do it for charity, do it for fun. The raised silent auction money will then be used towards Habitat’s next build in 2013.

Habitat for Humanity Kam-loops has built three duplexes

that have now provided 6 families with their own affordable hous-ing. With Habitat for Humanity’s help, these six families now own their homes. Habitat’s mission

is to continue to build affordable housing by giving a helping hand up, so that families that qualify and would not normally be able to meet the expense of owning their

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Designer totes carry their weight well

A circus owner walked into a shop to see everyone crowded around a table watching a little show. On the table was an upside down pot and a duck tap dancing on it. The circus owner was so impressed that he of-fered to buy the duck from its owner.

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A benefit dance to be held Friday, October 12 will do more than just raise funds to bring experts to town to discuss the health, envi-ronmental and socio-economic effects of the proposed Ajax mine.

“It’s also a fun way to bring like-minded people together to raise community spirit and promote solidarity in our efforts to oppose this project,” explained Bronwen Scott of the Thompson Watershed Coalition, the local group present-ing the all-ages fundraising dance, which will feature three live bands and a silent auction.

Concerned about the lack of public information and restricted public access to company ses-sions regarding the proposed Ajax Mine, some local residents are planning a public forum featuring experts in acid mine drainage, health risks from dust and noise, and the many socio-economic effects of having a huge open-pit mine on the edge of the city. Former mayor and Kamloops Daily News editor Mel Rothenburger has agreed to mod-erate the event. The Thompson Watershed Coalition is supporting the efforts of these residents, who come from all areas of the city, by holding this fundraising dance, said Scott.

“We’re calling the dance ‘Don’t Dig It’ because we are opposed to a mine of this size locating on the boundaries of our small city,” said Scott. “Our research has shown that Kamloops will lose far more than it gains if this project goes ahead. We realize, though, that almost half of the city’s residents

are either in favour or undecided about the project. The forum, comprised of neutral experts as well as (we hope) government and company representatives, will help people form educated opinions,” she added.

The ‘Don’t Dig It” dance will be held at the Ukrainian Hall on York Street. Doors open at 8:00pm, with Smoking Crow and Honeywolf, a banjo/guitar duo, kicking off the music at 8:30, followed by sets by three local

bands: “Just Like That” (folk/rock); “Hawgwash” (blues/rock); and “Leon y Los Ganjanistas” (Mexican/Caribe reggae/ska).

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Keep On Moving Program As the population ages, so does the prevalence of

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In recognition of this trend, The Strategic Health Alliance, comprised of The Interior Health Authority and the City of Kamloops, is taking a proactive approach to increase awareness sur-rounding chronic disease for local fitness instruc-tors. Keep On Moving is an educational course aimed at registered fitness leaders in Kamloops and the surrounding communities.

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Tranquille FarmFresh presents a concert at the farm Sunday, October 14 from 2:00pm to 4:00pm. Neil Burnett (Celtic harp, penny whistler) and Christina Zaenker (Cello, voice) make music from a wild new recipe for 38 strings, ringing timber and assorted sonic spices. These seasoned musicians serve up original compositions using traditional Celtic forms and hints of jazz creating music that is uplifting, at times melancholic and always enchanting. Bring your lawn chair and enjoy an outdoor concert of sweet celtic tunes in a gorgeous fall setting.

Antiques, pie and more!The North Shore Community

Centre (NSCC), located at 730 Cottonwood Ave., has many upcoming community events.

The Antiques and Collectibles Sale is a huge event that features vendors from all across the Interior and includes jewelry, antique kitch-en items, toys and some furniture. The sale runs Saturday, October 13 from 9:00am to 4:00pm and Sunday, October 14 from 9:00am to 3:00pm.

Tuesday, October 16 at 6:30pm is Pie Night! This social is held the third Tuesday of the month, from 6:30 to 8:30pm. Coffee, tea, pie and live entertainment with room for dancing are included! Get out, meet some people in the commu-nity and enjoy music and a treat!

A Community Dinner will take place on Tuesday, October 30 at 5:00pm. This is a buffet dinner catered by a local restaurant with live entertainment performed by the Late Bloomers. There will be

50/50 draws and door prizes at the dinner gathering. Tickets can be purchased in advance at the Community Centre.

NSCC’s Annual Craft Fair, Bake Sale and Tea is Saturday, November 3. The Craft Fair runs from 10:00am to 3:00pm and entry is by donation, the Bake Sale begins at 10:00am while tea, homemade finger sandwiches and baking will be served from 11:00am to 2:00pm. This event will feature homemade crafts, bak-ing and home-based businesses.

For more info contact NSCC at 250-376-4777 or [email protected]. All proceeds from these events go to support on-going programs and activities provided by the NSCC.

The NSCC is a non-profit orga-nization that focuses on alleviat-ing the isolation and loneliness of seniors in the Community. Their Community Events are open to all, and help raise funds to support seniors’ activities.

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north Kamloops library hosts acclaimed writer

The TNRD Library System is hosting a reading and discussion by Richard Wagamese, one of Canada’s foremost native authors and storytellers, at the North Kamloops Library on October 11 at 7:00pm.

Working as a professional writer since 1979, Wagamese has been a newspaper columnist and report-er; radio and TV broadcaster and producer; documentary producer; and the author of 11 titles from major Canadian publishers. Some of his many books include One Native Life; The Next Sure Thing; One Story, One Song; and most recently, Indian Horse.

As a published author Wagamese has won the Canadian Authors Association Award for Fiction for his third novel Dream Wheels in 2007, and the Alberta Writers Guild Best Novel Award for his debut novel Keeper’n Me in 1994. Additionally, his memoir One Native Life was one of the Globe and Mail’s 100 Best Books of 2008 and the memoir One Story, One Song was awarded the George Ryga Award for Social Awareness in Literature in 2011.

This event is free, but seating is limited. Please call the library to reserve your seat at 250.554.1124 or talk to a staff member.


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The SeConD AnnuAl BroCK/norKAM hAunTeD houSeThe Haunted House will be held at the Norkam Secondary School Cafeteria from 6:00pm to 9:00pm of Friday, October 26 and Saturday, October 27. The entrance fee is by donation with a minimum donation of $2. All proceeds go to the Brock/ Norkam spring music educational tours. Any questions or to pre-order ticket; text: 250-571-2445 or email Kassie at: [email protected]

Venture Kamloops announces Interim executive Director

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With the change of seasons also brings a change to the Venture Kamloops team and opportunities for new growth moving forward.

“We would like to express our appreciation to Dan Sulz who resigned from his position as Executive Director of Venture Kamloops,” says Board of Directors President, Paula Presta. “Dan has done a great job lead-ing the organization through a rebrand process, the acquisi-tion of some key investments to our city and has helped position Venture Kamloops for great areas of growth for the coming years. We wish him success in his future endeavors.”

This change brings new oppor-tunities for growth. “We’ve got a great team at Venture Kamloops to continue to move us forward,” says Presta. “We are pleased to acknowledge Anita Grover, our current Manager of Economic Development at Venture Kamloops, who has stepped up as Interim Executive Director.

Anita Grover has worked with Venture Kamloops for over 7 years and is responsible for business attraction, retention and expansion activities. She works with all levels of government, key industry associations, and busi-nesses to help to attract invest-ment, strengthen and grow the Kamloops economy.

“Anita’s experience and ability to lead a team will make her a great interim Executive Director,” says Presta. “We know that as one of the main contacts for Venture Kamloops, she will continue the momentum the organization has going for it.”

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n “Post Apocalypse” Burlesque at the Blue Grotto, 319 Victoria St. On Oct. 11. Doors at 8pm for a +19 show. FMI or inter-ested in performing: visit facebook.com/kamloopsburlesque.

n Antiques and Collectibles Sale on Oct. 13 from 9am to 4pm and Oct. 14 from 9am to 3pm at North Shore Community Centre, 730 Cottonwood Ave. Admission under 12 free. FMI contact the NSCC office at 250-376-4777 or [email protected]. Proceeds support on-going programs and activities provided by the NSCC.

n Let’s Dance on Oct. 13, 8pm to midnight at the Ukrainian Hall, 725 York St. Music by Copper Creek. For tickets contact Francoise at 250-372-3782, Zonia at 250-372-0091 or Ed at 250-374-2774.

n 50 piece Brass Band & Songster Brigade on Oct. 13 at The Kamloops Christian School Theatre. FMI or tickets contact Major Sharleen or Joyce at 250 554-1611 on or before Oct. 9.

n Antiques & Collectibles Sale on Oct. 13 from 9am to 4pm and Oct. 14 from 9am to 3pm at North Shore Community Centre, 730 Cottonwood Ave. Kids 12 and under free. FMI contact the NSCC at 250-376-4777 or [email protected].

n Pie Night on Oct 16 at 6:30pm at North Shore Community Centre, 730 Cottonwood Ave. FMI contact the NSCC office at 250-376-4777 or [email protected].

n Coffee Connections for RIH retirees on Oct. 18 from 10am to noon at the North Shore Community Centre, 730 Cottonwood Ave. FMI contact 250-374-2209.

n The Kamloops Film Society’s Fall Film Series at the Paramount Theatre, 5th and Victoria. Beasts of the Southern Wild on Oct. 18 at 7pm. Tickets available at Moviemart or at the door. KFS membership required.

n TRU Sports Task Force Fundraising Night on Oct. 26 beginning at 6:30pm at TRU gymnasium. Register online at www.tru.ca/athletics/community/vegas.

n Kamloops Human Library project - fourth Saturday of each month (Oct. 27, Nov. 24) from 3 to 5pm at the Smorgasbord Deli,

255 7th Ave. FMI contact Lissa Millar at [email protected].

n Back to Black Fundraiser Banquet pre-sented by New Life Mission on Oct. 27 at 6pm at the Grand Hall TRU, 900 McGill Rd. FMI or tickets contact 250-372-9898

n Badminton every Tues. at 7pm at the OLPH Gym, 235 Poplar St. Small fee. FMI for anyone interested contact Robert 250-579-0193.

n BIG Little Science Centre, 985 Holt Street, is open Tues. to Sat. 10am to 4pm all year round. Show or activity daily. Robotics Club for ages 10 and up - Fridays, Oct. 26 to Nov. 16 from 2:45 to 4:30pm. FMI 250-554-2572 or www.blscs.org.

n “Upcycle” From Trash to Treasure until Oct. 31 at the Old Courthouse Gallery, 7 West Seymour St. Creative reuse and repurpose of reclaimed materials by Karen Hanna. Open 10 to 5, Tues to Fri, 10 to 4, Sat. Free parking, handicap accessible, no HST.

n Photographer Brad Hill public slide show presented by Kamloops Photo Arts Club on Nov. 2 from 7 to 9pm at TRU Clock Tower Alumni Theatre. Tickets at Kamloops Live! Box Office 250-374-5483.

n Tranquille Farm Fresh Farmers Market open every Sat. from 9am to 4pm and Sun. from 10am to 4pm at 4600 Tranquille Rd. FMI visit www.tranquillefarmfresh.ca

n Moose Lodge 1552, 730 Cottonwood Ave. open daily from 11am to 8pm, Fri. to 12am. Meat draws Fri. at 7pm and Sat. at 3pm. New members always welcome!

n Organic Produce Sales Mon to Fri at 11am to 12:30pm until Oct. 19 at Open Door Group Gardengate, 915 Southill St. FMI call Dave or Rob 250-554-9453.

n North Shore Central Community Association meets at Mount Paul United Church, 140 Laburnum, on the first Tuesday of the month. FMI call 250-554-9949.

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Get lost in our Corn Maze!

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