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Every once in a while if you are out-side in the right place at the right time you get the good for-tune of witnessing some high-flying high-powered jets fly by. I have seen this on two or three occasions and have always wondered, “hmm what is going on?” Living at the coast or near an air force base it is com-monplace to see jets fly by but not here in our interior city of Kamloops. It never dawned on me until I had the opportunity to speak to Alex Sim, that there is in fact a reason for these fly-passes and that we here in Kamloops have a strong bond and relationship to the squadron and pilots who fly these planes.
“The 419 Squadron of Cold Lake, Alberta attends two functions annu-ally here in Kamloops,” explains Alex ‘Moose’ Sim, the 419 Squadron Liaison for the 886 (Overlander) Wing Air Force Association. “The his-tory of the fly-pass goes a long way back. In July of 1943, the City of Kamloops adopted the 419 Bomber Squadron after their Commanding Officer, Wing Commander John ‘Moose’ Fulton was shot down in June of 1942 and crashed into the English Channel never to be seen again.”
John Fulton, lovingly referred to as Moose, was not only Wing Commander of the squadron that was formed during World War II, but he was their first Commanding Officer who was a native
of Kamloops. During the war, the “moose men” under his com-mand flew a total of 4,325 operational sor-ties from Mannheim to Nuremburg, Malan to Berlin and Munich to Hanover, inflict-ing heavy damage on the enemy. As a result of its wartime record, 419 Squadron became one of the most decorated units under the RCAF dur-ing World War II.
John ‘Moose’ Fulton, was the epit-ome of everything it meant to be leader. He was so highly thought of that even to this day all com-
manding officers of the 419 Squadron still carry the nickname of Moose. After the war the City of Kamloops adopted the squad and proudly displayed their moose head mascot as City Hall. When the squadron was reactivated in 2000, the City returned the moose head to the squadron who now proudly display it at their base in Cold Lake, Alberta.
“In 2000 Terry Lake, who was the Kamloops mayor at the time, returned the squadron’s colours and Bruce the Moose,” continues Alex. “It was then that they also started doing the fly-pass again. This year there will be six jet fighters arriving Wednesday afternoon and four participating in the fly-pass on Remembrance Day. They are aiming to fly right over Riverside Park at 11:04am. They enjoy
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Alex ‘Moose’ Sim (white shirt) with the 419 Tactical Fighter Training Squadron of Cold Lake, Alberta. Watch for the 419 Squadron, consisting of four jet fighters, flying overhead Kamloops on Remembrance Day.
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The City of Kamloops is delighted by the November 3 announcement that Inspector yves Lacasse has been appoint-ed Officer in Charge, with the Kamloops RCMP Detachment. Superintendent Lacasse succeeds Superintendant Jim Begley, who recently announced his resigna-tion, accepting a transfer to the RCMP’s E Division.
Lacasse has 24 years of service with the RCMP working in general Duty, general Investigation, Undercover Operations and Drugs Section. He has been with the Kamloops Detachment since 2005, acting as Superintendent for the past six months. During his tenure in Kamloops, huge gains in crime reduction and prevention have occurred. Crime rate statis-tics have declined significantly seeing a drop 27 per cent between
2007 and 2009. Within the last quarter, the numbers continued to fall with a further reduction of 4 per cent overall, 11 per cent spe-cifically in violent crime. Other successes supported by Lacasse include the reduction of the pro-lific offenders list and reduction of known drug houses.
Superintendent Lacasse has achieved provincial recognition for his abilities being selected as the Bronze Venue Commander at Cypress Mountain in West Vancouver, British Columbia dur-ing the 2010 Winter Olympics. He is also currently the Incident Commander for B.C.’s South East District Emergency Response Team. Lacasse recently com-pleted a Degree in Leadership and Management for Policing from Australia’s Charles Sturt University.
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coming over, and they are a great bunch of people.”
So since the re-establishment of the squadron in 2000 the jets and their men and women come twice a year to Kamloops. They come to help celebrate the birth-day of the 886 (Overlander) Wing and to pay homage to their original Commanding
Officer, John ‘Moose’ Fulton. So next time you notice jets flying high overhead you now know the story behind why they are here.
Remembrance Day Ceremonies will take place this Thursday, November 11 with the procession starting at 10:40am and ceremo-nies starting precisely at 11:00am down at Riverside Park.
Tanya Orozco, freelance
Remembering ‘Moose’ Fulton– continued from page 1
Western Canada Theatre is proud to announce that on November 1, 2010, Kamloops- born Kim Collier was awarded the prestigious 2010 Elinore & Lou Siminovitch Prize in Theatre, Canada’s richest theatre award that recognizes direc-tion, playwriting and design in three-year cycles. This year, the award was given for excellence in direct-ing and marks the first time a Vancouver-based artist has received the award.
“There is something divine about receiving the Siminovitch Prize at this time in my life. I pledge to honour this prize, to not forget this gift and how, through this opportunity, I can
strengthen my heart, my vision, my knowledge, and my under-standing. I vow to bring this inspiration into the work, and may that work ultimately reach
and inspire the larg-er community,” said Kim.
Kim was raised in Kamloops and attended Westsyde Secondary School before moving to Vancouver and co-founding The Electric Company Theatre.
Kim has always kept a strong connection with Kamloops and Western Canada Theatre. She directed last season’s innova-tive and exhilarating No Exit, a WCT production in associa-tion with The Virtual Stage and Electric Company Theatre.
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It’s coming soon! The Kamloops Symphony’s semi-annual Barb’s Used Book and Music Sale has been the biggest and most popular sale of used books in Kamloops year after year since the 1990’s. The fall sale comes at the perfect time for Christmas shopping. Between November 13 and 27 you can pick up mint condition gifts for every-one on your list as well as some winter reading and listening for yourself.
Barb’s Used Book and Music Sale is the most important fundraising event in the Kamloops Symphony’s annual calendar, running for two weeks each spring and fall. Thanks to the generosity of the many volunteers and Kamloops residents, donations of used books and music pour in the doors year round and are snapped up by avid readers and music lovers as quickly as they can be re-stocked. The community-minded
mall administration staff supports this annual event, providing donated space to store, sort and sell the books and music, and even helping to promote the sale. Whatever your interests are – biographies, Canadian authors, cur-rent bestsellers, sheet music for singers, pianists and other musicians, DVDs or CDs – you name it – they are likely to have it.
Donations of good quality used books, music, and movies can be taken directly to the Sahali Centre administration office right now, and will also be accepted at the sale, which runs November 13 to 27 from 9:30am to 5pm Monday to Saturday and from noon to 5pm on Sunday at Sahali Centre Mall, 945 Columbia Street West. For more information contact Kathy Humphreys at 250-372-5000 or by email at kathy@kamloops symphony.com.
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Nick Warner, one of the Bo-Bo’s, at a recent Kamloops Blazers hockey game. The Bo-Bo’s, named for the blue and orange colours of the team jerseys, are a four-some of male TRU students who dress in morph suits and entertain the crowd at Blazers games with their playful antics behind the penalty box.
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DisCoveRing the WoRLD oF inFo teCh140 students from Kamloops and area and approximately 60 mentors attended a hands-on workshop focusing on the ben-efits of a career in Information Technology at the Henry Grube Centre in early November. The Discover the World of Info Tech workshop is in its 9th year and draws students from as far away as Revelstoke. This event is designed to provide students with the chance to learn more about infor-mation Technology and create a positive perception of and appreciation for careers in the field. A number of creative and interesting hands-on sessions are offered during this two-day event.Pictured here is Sahali student Corby Rideout who attended the Sound and Visual Engineering presentation facilitated by Mike Miltimore (at back) of Lee’s Music.
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Special to the Echo from Angela Veltri, Gardengate activity worker.
Upon opening the greenhouse at the gardengate Training Centre in Brocklehurst on the morning of November 2, the last thing staff expected to see was the senseless vandalism to the property, tools and produce.
Open Door group’s gardengate Program is a non-profit organic garden project that supports people with mental health conditions with skill development and vocational training. Participants and volunteers donate their time and efforts to operate this three-acre garden, which donates tens of thousands of pounds of produce to local food charities in the Kamloops
community every year.The vandal(s) had spray painted
the greenhouse walls, benches, wheelbarrows, chairs, tools and even the produce. They littered seeds, straw, string and other supplies, and before they left turned on a water valve and flooded the greenhouse.
Maybe the vandal(s) didn’t realize that the participants and volunteers who work at gardengate start seeding these vegetables in January and spend countless hours watering, transplanting, weeding, harvesting and processing these vegetables. The involvement of participants and volunteers in this program is about more that just gardening. Or the fact that the 1500 lbs of tomatoes, potatoes, and pumpkins that they
destroyed were going to be donated to the Kamloops Food Bank and other local charities that assist people who need and are grateful for these donations. The men, women and children who access these food share programs are member of the Kamloops community and could be your family, friends, neighbours, co-workers, or schoolmates.
The purpose of this article is to bring awareness to the pointless destruction that this vandalism has cost, not only financially, and not only to the staff, participants and volunteers of the program, but to the entire community. We hope that whomever committed this act of vandalism thinks twice next time about the consequences of such an act.
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Eat in, take out or cook at home – whatever your needs, Sanbiki and Mori Mori Asian grocery have you covered. The two businesses sit side by side on the corner of Lansdowne Street and 5th Avenue. They can cook your Japanese favourites for you, or provide you with the ingredients you need to prepare them yourself at home.
“At Sanbiki, we offer homemade Japanese dishes using locally grown, organic produce and sustainably-sourced seafood whenever possible,” explains Heather McDonald. “We use homemade stocks and sauces with no MSg. Our chefs are always experimenting. Our new $7 lunch special is ‘gyudon’. A big bowl of fresh steamed rice topped with thin-sliced AAA Canadian beef and Sanbiki’s homemade special sauce. And green tea is included.”
One of the best Japanese restaurants in town, Sanbiki is a favourite not only with the downtown lunch crowd but those looking for a nice evening out with friends or family. They have great food, great service and constantly changing specials and promotions. Take out sushi platters are available with discounts for pre-orders. Bento boxes start at $10 for a complete lunch. The new customer favourite is the “Create your Own Dinner Combo” option. Full dinners start at $12 and include miso soup, salad and tea.
Next door at Mori Mori grocery, customers grab and go take out sushi packs, rice bowls, salads and more. Perfect for lunch or dinner on the go, rolls and snacks start at just $2.50. Sushi com-bos are $4.75. Chicken-fried rice,
pork gyoza and veggie spring rolls are bestsellers. Don’t forget the treats! Mori Mori also stocks your favourite Japanese sweets includ-ing Pocky, Hi-Chew and Ramune (the soda pop with the marble in the bottle!). Sushi quality and sustainably-sourced Oceanwise-certified tuna and salmon are available for the adventurous. Everyone enjoys miso soup and spicy Korean Kimchi.
Stop by Mori Mori grocery or Sanbiki Restaurant and experience
the best that Kamloops has to offer. Check out their website at sanbikirestaurant.ca. Follow them on twitter for daily specials and promotions. Weekly blogs keep you up to date on news from “Sanbiki World”. Mori Mori’s entrance is across from Dollarama on Lansdowne St. and Sanbiki is next door beside Cactus Jack’s at 120 5th Avenue. Sanbiki also takes orders by phone and can be reached at 250-377-8857.
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Body Control Pilates - 250.320.BODY (2639)Christine Waterman: Building strength from the inside out.We offer: mat, reformer class, privates & semi privates#202-142 Victoria St. • www.pilateskamloops.com
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Remembrance Day Memories – St. Paul’s Cathedral at 360 Nicola St. is holding a lemon chicken dinner, followed by songs and stories from the War years. Everyone is welcome. Nov. 12 at 5pm. For tickets please call the Cathedral office at 250-372-3912 or Trish at 250-374-1484.
Morning Meditation - Shamanic Journeying with Therese Dorer at the Art We Are, 322 Victoria St. Nov. 14 from 11am-1pm. More info at 250-828-7998.
Holiday Trade Show hosted by Sheer Radiance with local home-based businesses. Nov. 14, 1-4pm at Hoodoos at Sun Rivers. For more info contact Amber at [email protected].
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Seymour St. on Nov. 19 from 11-7 pm, Nov. 20 from 10-4 pm. More info at 250-377-4232.
Fair Trade Cafe at the 10,000 Villages sale at Kamloops United Church, 421 St. Paul St., on Nov. 19, noon to 6pm, and Nov. 20 from 10am to 4pm. Fair Trade, local, or organic coffee, tea, baked goods. Proceeds to Developing World Connections, Fair Trade Kamloops, and KUC Outreach projects. For more info call Rose Soneff 250-377-6887.
Coffee House – all welcome to come sing along to favou-rite folksongs and enjoy fine entertainment, goodies and fel-lowship on Nov. 20 at 7pm. St. Paul’s Cathedral Hall, 360 Nicola St. By donation.
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CMHA Youth Clubhouse invites youth aged 13 to 18 to join them at 857 Seymour St., Mondays to Fridays from 4:30pm to 9:30pm for fun activities, excit-ing nights out, movies and more. For more info call 250-374-0440.
Desert Sounds Harmony – choir represents the Kamloops chapter of Sweet Adelines International, sings four-part har-mony, barbershop style and has fun doing it! Invites new mem-bers. Meet 6:30pm Tuesdays at Heritage House 100 Lorne St. For more information, contact music director, Janice 250-320-2258.
Interior Authors Group meets on the second Thursday
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Crokinole League - Crokinole players of all ages meet every first and third Wednesday on the month from 6:30 to 8pm at Desert gardens, 540 Seymour St. $1 for members, $2 for non-members. For more info call 250-573-5140 or email [email protected].
Gamblers Anonymous meet Thursdays, 10am at Desert gardens, 540 Seymour St. In con-fidence call 250-374-9165 or 250-374-9866.
‘Out of the Cold’ shelter for the homeless is looking for volun-teers. If interested, contact Ron at 250-318-4704.
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It’s a medical reality that diabe-tes has reached epidemic propor-tions throughout the world, and over the next ten years in British Columbia its expected there will be a further 62% increase in the incidence of diabetes. Another sobering statistic is that B.C. has seen the second highest in-crease in diabetes compared to other Canadian provinces. It’s also important to realize that there are many who are walking around our communities undiag-nosed and unaware of the severe medical consequences.
On Saturday, November 13, the Kamloops and District Branch of the Canadian Dia-betes Association will be host-ing its third annual Diabetes Expo from noon to 4:00pm at the Alliance Church at 233 Fortune Drive. Registration is at 12noon, at which time the Trade Show opens, with dis-plays from a wide variety of medical and community health organizations. A popular feature from last year’s Expo will be back with TRU nursing students
checking blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
The keynote speaker is Dr. Maureen Clem-ent of the Vernon Diabetes Clinic, speaking on the topic “How you and your health care provider can work together to get the most from your diabetes-focused
visit.” In her medical career and through her association with the
Canadian Diabetes Association, Dr. Clement has taken a key role in advo-cating for the well-being of people with diabetes.
A panel presen-tation will follow
with those “in the know” about diabetes discussing their specific
areas of knowledge and answer-ing questions. Panel members include nurse/diabetes educator Jeannine Jubinville, dietician Karen Kieper, and pharmacist Laura Burgess.
Terry Lake, MLA for the Ka-mloops North Thompson Rid-ing, and the newly appointed Parliamentary Secretary for Health Promotion, has indicated his interest in attending to learn first-hand the health concerns of residents.
It’s hoped this event will at-tract those in the community who are affected by diabetes and offer ways to better manage this life-threatening disease. If you are newly diagnosed, you are strongly urged by the Expo organizers to attend to discover you are not alone and there is help and support available.
The Expo is free but you are asked to pre-register by calling 250-374-5744 or emailing [email protected]. For more information please contact Margaret Sutherland at 250-554-0735.
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Our roving Echo reporter just had to take a picture of Lube-X employee Colt Buholzer. Just look at his infectious smile! Colt is just one of the new staff that new owners Justin Banks and Steve Mooney have hired to look after you when you drive up to get your oil changed or have your car serviced. The folks at Lube-X want their valued customers to be part of their car care family. At Lube-X, they do so much more than a fast oil change; their many offerings include servicing your transmission, coolant system, and driveline, as well as auxiliary services such as wiper blades, headlights, belts, air filters, cabin air filters, fuel filters and oil and fuel additives - all replaced by their technicians while you relax in your vehicle! Lube- X, formerly Mr. Lube, is located at 1395 Battle Street.
Blazers raise over $5,600 for breast cancerThe Kamloops Blazers Hockey
Club raised a total of $5610.27 during the month of October for the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation.
The team held a silent auction throughout the month of October to auction off special edition breast cancer hockey sticks. There were 24 sticks available that were sold to the highest bidders.
Veronica Schnell was the win-ner of a flight for two anywhere WestJet flies courtesy of the airline company. A chuck-a-puck night was also held on October 8th with
Sandman Hotels contributing a prize for the winner.
The Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation also had a booth set up at different home games through-out the month collecting donations and selling several pink items including key chains and tattoos.
“The Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation does a terrific job raising money,” comments direc-tor of sales & marketing, Dave Chyzowski. “The Kamloops Blazers were fortunate to be able to help this cause in any way possible.”
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south shore versus north shoreFrom now until November 15th there is a friendly competition between the South and North Shore business associations to see which area can raise the most food for the Food Bank. The winning area will be announced at an official “weigh-in” at the Food Bank on November 15th!
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The Interior Indian Friendship Society (IIFS) extends an invitation to attend the “Meeting of the Rivers” community workshop, to be held at the Henry grube Education Center on November 17 from 4:00 to 8:30pm. The IIFS has listened to input from local youth and have developed a unique format that will ensure entertainment and interaction for participants. As such, they will be implementing this workshop as a youth-directed “talk-show”. The youth have identified topics of importance to them, which will be addressed by the following presenters:gang intervention with Tara Ettinger from Community Action and Assessment Network and Dean gladue from RCMP; education
with Natalie Clarke from TRU; bullying with Paul Lagace from Kamloops Immigrant Services; addictions with Heather Cameron from Kamloops Family Resource Society; and youth mental health with Sean St. Jean from the Interior Indian Friendship Center.
In addition to the line-up of speakers, the workshop will include exhibition booths from community service organizations, live bands and entertainment, raffle ticket prize draw, and authentic aboriginal food and dancing. Tickets can be purchased in advance through the Interior Indian Friendship Society at 125 Palm Street. For more information contact Jonathan Pfeiffer at 250-376-1296 or by email at [email protected].
Youth workshop and talk-show
Kids say the darndest things...Never tell your mom her diet’s not working. - Michael, 14Stay away from prunes. - Randy, 9When your mom is mad at your dad, don’t let her brush your hair. - Taylia, 11
Don’t pull dad’s finger when he tells you to. - Emily, 10Don’t squat with your spurs on. - Noronha, 13Never allow your three-year old brother in the same room as your school assignment. - Traci, 14
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10 n November 11, 2010 DOWNTOWN ECHOarts & entertainment
classes 7 days a week340 Victoria st (Downtown next to Boston Pizza)
250.314-3636 | www.bikramkamloops.com
The Original Hot yoga
Bikram’s Beginningyoga class
Maura Shaftoe with Micheal Lent and Ben Sures, The Art We Are 322 Victoria St. Nov. 17 at 8pm. Folk/jazz-influ-enced pop.
Kamloops Film Society Fall Series, Paramount Theatre, 503 Victoria St. Nov. 18, 7pm: Soul Kitchen. Advance tickets available at Moviemart, 520 Seymour St.
Writer’s Fair, Old Courthouse. Nov 19 at 7pm: Wine & Cheese and Writers’ Open Mic. Nov. 20 from 9am-5pm: Literary workshops, blue pencil critiques, book selling opportunities.panel discussion. Registration and more info at www.kamloopsarts.ca or www.bclivingarts.ca.
Kamloops Art Gallery, 465 Victoria St. In the gallery: Construction Sites: Identity and Place until Dec. 31.
Alive with Colour, Sagebrush Theatre Lobby Gallery. Original art works by SKSS senior art students. Show runs to Nov 30.
3!, presented by the Kamloops Players Nov. 25-27 at 7:30pm at Kamloops United Church, 421 St. Paul St. A night of one-act comedies and delicious desserts. Tickets available at Kamloops United Church, Long & McQuade and Avalon Books. For more information call Helen. 250-554-3255.
Christmas Music with Hub City Singers choir, Plura Hills United Church 2090 Pacific Way Nov. 27 at 7pm. More info at 250-571-6969
Arnica Artist Run Centre, Kamloops Old Courthouse, 7 Seymour St. W. Runs to Nov 27. “Bad Nuns” - Lara Odell’s
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Kamloops Arts Council Main Gallery 7 Seymour St. W., Old Courthouse Cultural Centre: Kelly C. Perry’s “Hidden Works” until Nov. 20 Extension Gallery at Instinct Adornment, 319 Victoria St.: Strangeland’s “Marvin Strange & Scarlet”. To Nov. 30n Jams / Open Mic NightsCommodore Grand Cafe & Lounge - 369 Victoria Street. Every Friday The Scattered Atoms (Funk) 7pm, free.
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The Blue Grotto, 319 Victoria St Sunday night Jam session. 8pm.- midnight. House band the Serious Dogs. Singers, guitarists, drummers or whole bands. Open to everyone.Grinders Coffee Bar, 705 Victoria St. Every Wed. open mic 8pm. Every Thursday Jam Night (Electric & Acoustic) PA, Drums provided, 8pm.Kami Inn, 354 Victoria St. Jam Session Saturday afternoons from 2-5pm.n Publicize your event - Email us at [email protected] or call 250-374-3246.
“painting FRoM photogRaphs in oiLs” WoRKshop with Sarah Kidner will be held Nov. 12 - 14 from 9am - 4pm at Hal Rogers Community Centre 2025 Summit Dr. Through various exercises you will explore different ways that you can use reference photos so that your passion as an artist shines through. Emphasis will be placed on creating a strong design, identifying value relationships, and creating colour harmony. All levels of experience welcome although some paint-ing experience would definitely be an asset. Sarah Kidner is a senior signature member of the Federation of Canadian Artists and a member of Oil Painters of America. She paints primarily out of her Canmore, Alberta studio, and also paints on location in the Rocky Mountains as well as on trips to Europe and throughout Canada. To register call Cathie Peters at 250 828-0190 or email [email protected].
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HigH Country Stained glaSS653 Victoria St. • 250-851-0876 • www.highcountrystainedglass.com
Stained Glass ClassesNo experieNce Necessary!
Snowflakes • AngelsNativity Scenes • Mosaic Fan Lamps
call or visit our website for class dates & times.
HigH Country Stained glaSS653 Victoria St. • 250-851-0876
www.highcountrystainedglass.com
Stained Glass Classes
No experieNce Necessary!• Snowflakes • Angels
• Nativity Scenes• Mosaic Fan Lamps
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Now acceptiNg registratioN• Qualified and caring staff• Stimulating and creative curriculum
Country Day
MontessoriPresChool & KinDergarten
207 - 985 Holt St. (Located in George Hilliard Elementary)For more information, please call
Patti Piercy at 250-376-2661
a special environment made for the child
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Craig’s Bakery
Drop by and check out our weekly baking specials, daily lunch specials & great coffee!
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DOWNTOWN ECHO November 11, 2010 n 11 horoscopes
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Horoscopes courtesy of astrologer Michael Thiessen. For daily horoscopes go to www.astrology-online.com
SCORPIO (Oct 24-Nov 22) Don’t be too quick to judge others. you will back yourself into a corner if you are baited and your stubbornness will only make matters worse. SAGITTARIUS (Nov 23-Dec 21) you may want to invest in some-thing that will grow in value. Take time to deal with authority figures or government agencies. You will have difficulties spreading yourself between your work and your home.CAPRICORN (Dec 22-Jan 20) your ability to dazzle others with your unique and innovative ideas will attract attention. Positive connections can be made if you get involved in environmental organizations. you may be confused emotionally.AQUARIUS (Jan 21-Feb 19) your need to obtain additional details will lead you into strange topics of conversation. Opportunities for trav-el and communication are evident. your determination and stamina will make your work look flaw less and effortless.PISCES (Feb 20-Mar 20) you will be prone to carelessness that could result in accidents. you could make extra cash through creative hobbies. Take some time out. Try spending the day catching up on any responsi-bilities that need to be taken care of.ARIES (Mar 21-April 20) Call someone you haven’t seen in a long time. Don’t play on your partner’s emotions. Jealousy may get in the way of a good relationship. Financial limitations are likely if you take risks.TAURUS (Apr 21-May 21) Take a short business trip if possible. Be careful not to hurt someone’s feelings. Find out what they’re up to, and see if you can pick up where you left off.GEMINI (May 22-June 21) Take time to deal with authority figures or government agencies. you should be traveling to that exotic destination you’ve been dreaming about. Rid yourself of that which is old and no longer of use.CANCER (June 22-July 22) your high energy will enable you to enlist the help of those in a position to back you. Try not to be too emotional with those around you. Do your job and then spend some time with family; you’ll be glad you did. Opportunities for romance will flourish through travel.LEO (July 23-Aug 22) Uncertainties regarding your love life will sur-face if you have neglected your mate. Make sure that you have covered yourself legally and try not to let your temper get out of hand.VIRGO (Aug 23-Sept 23) Hold your temper and refrain from doing anything that might cause injury. Talking to those you trust and respect will help you sort out any problems. you will be quite excitable this week. You may need help with your financial situation.LIBRA (Sept 24-Oct 23) your determination and stamina will make your work look flaw less and effortless. Opportunities for new partner-ships will develop through the organizations you encounter.
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