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Once again through December, Community Safety is focusing on two special campaigns to remind the public to secure their valu-ables while shopping. In the interest of reducing theft from vehicles and continuing to develop commu-nity partnerships, Kamloops Community Safety has brought back their “Out of Sight” campaign. Reinforcing this mes-sage and following on the heels is its sister program, “Safe for the Season”. These are both remind-ers to make people more conscious of securing their pur-chases and valu-ables out of sight to reduce the risk of theft.

Malls, parking lots and curb-side parking at retail loca-tions are all prime tar-get areas for thieves. These Lock-Out Auto Crime initiatives compli-ment each other and were developed to educate con-sumers about the potential risk

of theft from vehicles. The City of Kamloops Community Safety has partnered up with

retailers, volunteers and Kamloops RCMP Auxiliary Constables.

Community Safety is using stickers to convey the simple

message of securing your valuables “Out of Sight”.

They have asked that Kamloops retailers assist in spreading the word by putting the campaign stickers on shopping bags to demonstrate their commitment to community safe-ty and care for their customers. Customers shop-ping around town who receive the sticker can access the City website, kamloops.ca/com-

munitysafety, to enter to win a prize.

The program has been launched and prizes will

be drawn weekly for the month of December. Public

response and interaction online will also help program

coordinators to ascertain the effec-tiveness of their awareness campaigns.

The stickers have been distributed to RCMP Const. George Buttuls; Sandro Piroddi and Athena Smith, Crime Prevention Coordinators for City of Kamloops.

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Pavilion vote starts – page 2

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merchants and participating business are list-ed on the campaign website. More merchants are encouraged to get on board with the con-cept. Out of Sight stickers are available for no charge to any businesses wanting to take part. Contact Community Safety and they will deliver the stickers to your business.

Auxiliary RCMP and volunteers will be conducting foot patrols to create a presence at retail outlets for the “Safe for the Season” campaign. They will engage with shoppers,

be on the lookout for suspicious activity and placing the Safe for the Season tip cards on vehicle windshields. The cards contain infor-mation on best practices for vehicle crime prevention.

The goal is to encourage everyone to partici-pate in crime reduction through better aware-ness and safer practices. Being pro-active when it comes to protecting yourself is a mes-sage that the City of Kamloops Community Safety and the Kamloops RCMP are working to spread through such initiatives.

In order to combat this type of criminal behaviour, the community must work together to change behaviour and make people aware that they share in the responsibility to reduce auto crime and ensure that thieves are not offered the opportunity to steal.

You can find out more information about both the “Out of Sight” and “Safe for the Season” by contacting the City of Kamloops Community Safety office at 250-828-3818 or online at kamloops.ca/communitysafety

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The Pavilion Theatre Renovation Project has reached the semi-finals of the Aviva Community Fund, thanks to strong support from the Kamloops community! Now, they need that great Kamloops spirit to continue, with everyone voting once a day, every day from December 3 to 12 to get them to the finals.

If they make it to the finals, up to $100,000 could come to Kamloops, for the benefit of over 25 community groups that use the Pavilion Theatre. The money would go to much needed renovations to a building that is more than just a building: It is a performance space, rehearsal hall, classroom, workshop, art gallery, music stage, community event cen-tre and Western Canadian Theatre’s (WCT) home.

And if they win, this will be the second year in a row that a Kamloops project brought

Aviva Community Fund money to the com-munity. Last year, the United Church’s proj-ect brought money for the PIT (People In Transition) Stop kitchen. Pavilion Theatre supporters’ votes helped put them over the top.

What does this project need in order to be successful? It needs the citizens of Kamloops and the surrounding areas to vote! Please go to avivacommunityfund.org and register to vote. Voters can vote daily December 3 to 12.

In the early 1980’s the citizens of Kamloops rallied to have the building at 1025 Lorne Street, formerly a BC Livestock Auction site, saved from demolition and renovated into a theatre centre. In the spirit of those citizens, they call on Kamloopsians to once again rise to the challenge and vote.

If successful, the project will outfit the much-loved Pavilion with heating system upgrades, fire safety upgrades, stage curtains,

improved lobby bathrooms and the lighting and sound equipment it needs to be a fully functioning theatre.

Details can be found at avivacommunity-fund.org/ideas/acf13551 or wctlive.ca. Please vote daily!

Step One: Go to avivacommunityfund.org. Click on the “Register” button in the upper right corner. Input your email and password to create an account.

Step Two: When you receive a confirma-tion email, click on the link to complete the registration

Step Three: Vote for their idea! avivacom-munityfund.org/ideas/acf13551

To find their project you can search for it by # 13551 or the word Pavilion.

If you have any problems, please contact Catrina at 250-372-3216 Ext. 30 or [email protected].

On Saturday, December 15 local RCMP Officers, Auxiliaries and community volunteers will graciously volunteered their time for a worthwhile cause. RCMP cruisers will be parked outside of Wal-Mart from 10:00am to 4:00pm and Toys R Us from 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm. Volunteers are hoping the community will help “stuff” the cruisers with donations of food, toys and clothing for Christmas Amalgamated. Christmas Amalgamated helps make Christmas brighter for many families in Kamloops. This year, Christmas Amalgamated anticipates distributing over 2000 hampers. You can help by donating a new toy, cloth-ing or non-perishable food items. Please take a moment to look over the suggested list of items: clothing for children (newborn to 14 years) blankets (newborn to 12 months) developmental toys (newborn to toddler) toys (teen boys) grooming products (teen boys) chocolates - mixed nuts and Christmas cake.

Please no second hand items except winter coats. We thank you in advance for your gen-erosity. For more information please contact Sally Whitson of Christmas Amalgamated at 250-376-0777 or Cst Natalie Anfield of the Kamloops RCMP at 250-828-3000.

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World record setting students

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Bert Edwards Science and Technology School (BEST), working with BIG Little Science Centre, have had their results for the Guinness World Record accepted! They are now officially part of a new World Record for a science lesson, along with many other schools from across Canada, and will be listed in the Guinness World Records!

Working at BIG Little Science Centre, BEST intermediate students took part in a Canada-wide record for “Largest Simultaneous Practical Science Lesson in mul-tiple venues; same time and same lesson.” The experiments involved performing and observ-ing how materials react to the movement of flu-ids, following Bernoulli’s Principle.

BEST students did two different experiments; first they predicted what would happen and then they per-formed the experiments to observe what really hap-pened. Experiment One involved blowing between

two balloons held about 10 centimetres apart. Experiment Two involved blowing through a drink-ing straw, straight across the top of another straw standing upright in water.

Organized by the Government of Canada, this record attempt was a giant undertaking. Over 85 grade 4 to 6 students from Bert Edwards participated, along with teachers, com-munity volunteers and the BIG Little Science Centre.

This event took place

on October 12 and is the first time this record has been tried. Results are still being examined, but BEST’s results have been accepted. Check out the information and photos listed under the National Science and Technology Week part of the Government of Canada’s Science website science.bc.ca.

Stay tuned for the upcoming video link at the BIG Little Science Centre website blscs.org.

Building on last year’s success, the B3 Kings will become an annual Christmas concert in Kamloops. The B3 Kings per-form every Christmas at Vancouver’s Cellar Jazz Club playing to sold out houses every night. Their take on the classic holiday repertoire is super funky and makes singing along to Christmas tunes fun again! Backed by the propul-sive drumming and lush vocals of Denzal Sinclaire, the grooving bass and funky organ of Chris Gestrin, the tasty comping of guitarist Bill Coon and punchy, funky horns of Cory Weeds, The B3 Kings are

a must see over the holiday season. Their debut CD “Cellar Live Christmas” has been heralded as one of the best Holiday discs to appear in years.

This year they will perform in Kamloops at a small, intimate show in the Stage House Theatre, located at 422 Tranquille Road, on Thursday, December 20. The doors are open at 7:00pm but don’t wait to get tickets at the door as a full house is anticipated. Purchase your tickets in advance through Kamloops Live Box Office online at kamloopslive.com or by phone 250-374-5483.

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Marcia and Trevor Dick brought their family out to Wilson House last Thursday for the NSBIA’s Celebration of Lights. They received a pair of free tickets from Daniel Buchanan and Blake Culbert of the Kamloops Storm Junior Hockey Club.

CHBA CI to bring Dianne Buckner as a speakerThe Canadian Home Builders’

Association Central Interior (CHBA CI) has confirmed Dianne Buckner as the keynote speaker for the January 23 Dinner Meeting at the Kamloops Convention Centre.

Dianne Buckner is currently the host of CBC’s Dragons’ Den. She is also known for her work on Venture and Fortune Hunters. Each of these shows has an entrepreneurial focus and highlights social and consumer trends. In addition to her role on Dragons’ Den, she is a member of the business team at CBC News and writes a weekly col-

umn about small business for cbc.ca. She can be seen on CBC’s local dinner-hour newscasts across the country.

Dianne will speak about emerging trends in business and marketing and how Canadian entrepreneurs are capital-izing on them.

“The Special Speaker Series is a ben-efit for our members and is open to the public,” said CHBA CI President Brian Hayashi. “It is a great way to kick off the New Year.”

In the past the CHBA CI has featured Trevor Linden, Rex Murphy, and Bob Lenarduzzi.

Pet responsibility for owners with multiple animalsThe City’s Dog Responsibility and

Control By-law requires that no one shall keep, harbour, or have more than two dogs over the age of six months within the City. If a resident has more than two dogs he or she can apply to Council for a variance to have more than three dogs or a combination with other animals for a total of four animals. The applicant must pay a non-refundable $350 variance application fee.

City Council agreed to waive the $350 dog variance application fee for 2012 if the application met the following criteria:

a) is generated as a result of licence renewals; or b) is gener-ated as a result of a resident self-identifying to the city and spe-

cifically By-Law Enforcement, that they have more than two dogs and such dogs have not been recently acquired within the preceding six months; and c) the resident is not subject of enforcement or compli-ance as a result of a nuisance from the dogs, related compliant or file generated as a result of By-Law

staff identifying too many dogs owned by such resident and whom had not previously identified the presence of more than two dogs as noted in (b).

However, please note that effective January, there will no longer be a waiver to the application fee and the full $350 fee will be in effect.

Swim this Christmas at Westsyde PoolYouth, families and individuals looking to enjoy a swim or workout during

the Christmas holidays now have the option to do so at the Westsyde Pool and Community Centre.

The City of Kamloops, in collaboration with the Westsyde Community Development Society, is pleased to be able to keep the facility open for limited hours during the upcoming holiday season.

Visit the pool or www.kamloops.ca/swim for a copy of the Westsyde Pool and Community Centre’s Christmas schedule.


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Many of you already know about the work done by the dedicated members of the Salvation Army. You are used to seeing them all over Kamloops with their Christmas Kettles rais-ing money for those less fortunate. The Salvation Army’s Christmas Kettle Campaign is a fundraising effort that occurs each year dur-ing the Christmas sea-son. Kettles are found across Canada and are an opportunity for the public to donate what-ever funds they can to support the work of The Salvation Army during the Christmas season and throughout the year.

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Venture Kamloops’ Board of Di-rectors is pleased to announce the appointment of Jim Anderson as the new Executive Director for Venture Kamloops.

“We are all truly excited to welcome Jim to lead the Venture Kamloops or-ganization.” says Venture Kamloops Board President Paula Presta. “His spirit of volunteerism coupled with his experience and impressive track record of business development in his career made him an excellent choice to lead our team at Venture Kam-loops. We welcome him and look for-ward to him bringing new creative strategies to address the priorities our Board has outlined for economic de-

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Members of the TRU men’s Wolfpack hockey team volunteered on November 28 at the Boys and Girls Club to play hockey with the kids. Pictured here is Madison McLeary with Wolfpack member Brennan Wright.

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Join Dame Washalot and the zany cast of characters that make up this years traditional British Panto.

at Sagebrush Theatre DECEMBER 24 to 31 - MATINEE & EVENING SHOWSAdults $15 | Students/Seniors $12 | Child under 5 FREE* | Family of Four $48*Tickets: Kamloops Live Box Office | www.kamloopslive.ca | 250.374.LIVE (5483) *Contact Kamloops Live by phone or in person

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Pandora’s Costume Box

Pandora’s Costume Box

Puss Bootsin

C is for Christmas Cookies

Snow Angels Program returns

As the seasonal madness (shop, shop, drop, drop) reaches its peak, the Cookie Walk (a different kind of bake sale) will be

held at Mount Paul United Church, 140 Laburnum Street. Let them do your baking for you! On Saturday, December

8, from 10:00am to noon, walk around and choose from over 600 dozen cookies. Buy as many or as few as

you like for $2 per 100 grams. Cash only please. The first 15 minutes of the sale will be open for handicapped or mobility challenged customers

only. Freeze the cookies for the busy season ahead but come early for best selection. Christmas

wreaths, bows and boughs are available too!

Snow Angels are back and ready to go after a successful 2011 sea-son assisting seniors and individu-als with mobility challenges with snow removal from their drive-ways and sidewalks. Last year, the Seniors Outreach Society Snow Angel volunteers assisted more than 70 seniors in Kamloops with snow removal services.

The program goal is to support seniors to live in their homes for as long and independently as pos-sible. The Snow Angel program is headed by the Seniors Outreach Society (SOS) and works closely with the City of Kamloops for volunteer recruitment. Currently,

most volunteers are City employ-ees, but SOS wants to challenge the community to get involved.

Last year, a number of Westsyde and North Shore neighbourhood residents were unable to access the program due to lack of volun-teer support in these areas. SOS is asking residents in these areas to help fill this gap. To become a vol-unteer, contact Harjeet Dhaliwal at 250-828-0600 or email [email protected]. Volunteers will be matched with seniors who live in the same area. If volunteers are willing to go out of their area to assist seniors, let the coordina-tor know.

2012.2013 Season Bruce Dunn Music Director

Kamloops Live! Box O� ce 250-374-5483 or 1-866-374-5483

TICKETS 250-372-5000www.kamloopssymphony.com

INFO

Christmas with the KSO

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December 15 & 16, 2012 Saturday 7:30 pm and Sunday 2:00 pmSagebrush � eatreMarcella Barz, Clarinet (KFPA Symphony Award Winner)KSO ChorusCurtis Christmas RushMonologue Making Christmas CakeKelly Scrooge - for Narrator & OrchestraSchipizky Quiet EveSaunders Fairytale SleighrideJones A Christmas CrackerDebussy Rhapsody for Clarinet & Orchestra

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n Badminton Update: Holiday schedule is Dec. 4, 18 and return-ing Jan. 8 for 2013 season. OLPH Gym, 235 Poplar St. FMI contact Robert at 250-579-0193.

n Christmas with a Twist by Desert Sounds harmony Chorus on Dec. 5 at 7pm at St. Andrews Presbyterian Church, 1136 6th Ave. FMI or tickets contact Tracey at 250-851-2684 or [email protected]. Tickets available at the door.

n Dog Training Seminar on reactive and aggressive dogs. Part One on Dec. 5 from 6:30 to 9pm and Part Two on Dec 12 from 6:30 to 9pm at St. George’s Angelican Church, 308 Royal Ave. To regis-ter visit www.fivestardogs.ca.

n Fifth Annual Shoe Memorial on Dec. 6 from 11am to 2pm, with speakers at 12:15pm, at St. Andrew’s on the Square, 159 Seymour St. Commemorate the lives of women who have been killed by domestic violence by donating shoes to the Kamloops Shoe Memorial. Drop off shoes at Runners Sole, Classic FX, Kamloops Hot Yoga, YMCA/YWCA Downtown and North Shore.

n Drawing Faces, a Kamloops Arts Council workshop with Mairi Budreau on Dec. 8 from 9am to 12pm at Parkview Activity Centre, 500 McDonald Ave. Register at 250-828-3611 for KAC members or 250-828-3500 for non-members. Course #20251.

n Cindy Hayden Rebuilding stained glass exhibit to Dec. 19 at Wilson House Gallery, 115 Tranquille Rd. Fundraiser for Janet Whitehead. Gallery hours: Mon. to Fri. from 1 to 4pm.

n Variety Arts Show and Sale on Dec. 14 from 10am to 8pm at St. Andrews on the Square with featured artist, Ted Smith. Olga

Burr, Bonnie May, Cathie Peters and many artists have also donated works of art for the sale. No admis-sion fee. Proceeds to the Kamloops Area Preservation Association.

n Community Christmas Party at the Ukrainian Hall Friday, Dec. 14 at 5pm. Tickets available at Seniors Activity & Drop-in Centre at the Brock Shop and at the CSI Centre for Seniors Information at Northills Centre.

n Taoist Tai Chi Club free info session and demo at 2pm on Dec. 15 at the Kamloops Library. Call 250-372-5145 to sign up.

n CP Rail Holiday Train will be at the Interior Savings Parking Lot Dec. 16 at 5:30pm. Performances by Miss Emily and Doc Walker. Bring a cash or food donation for the Kamloops Food Bank.

n B3 Kings on Dec. 20 at 7:30pm

at the Stage House Theatre, 422 Tranquille Rd. Tickets available at Kamloops Live Box Office: www.kamloopslive.ca or 250-374-5483.

n BC Wildlife Park’s Wildlights Festival Dec. 14 to Jan. 6 from 5 to 9pm. Visit with Santa from Dec. 14 to 24. FMI visit www.bczoo.org

n Kamloops Poetry Slam on the 2nd and last Wed. of every month at The Art We Are, 246 Victoria St. Sign up is at 6:30pm and the event begins at 7pm. Minimum donation and/or a donation to the Kamloops Food Bank. FMI call Dianna at 250-852-1068.

n Kamloops Human Library project - fourth Saturday of each month (Nov. 24) from 3 to 5pm at the Smorgasbord Deli, 255 7th Ave. FMI contact Lissa Millar at [email protected].

n Let’s Dance on Dec. 7 at the Ukrainian Hall, 725 York St. Cocktails at 5:30pm, dinner at 6:30pm and dance at 8pm. Reserve tickets by Nov. 30. FMI and tickets contact Judy at 250-374-4109, Zonia at 250-372-0091 or Ed at 250-374-2774.

n Kam High’s Class of 1963 50 Year Reunion on Sept. 13 to 15, 2013. Interested class members please send your contact info to the organizing committee at [email protected].

n Art in the Park: Call for art-ists for July 1, 2013. Earlybird application deadline is Feb. 1. Register from Feb 2 to Mar. 16 with artists being current members of the Kamloops Arts Council. Apply online at: www.kam-loopsarts.ca or pick up form at Kamloops Arts Council office, 7 Seymour St. W.

Once upon a starry, nostalgic nightOF THE TOWN Submit your listing: [email protected]

DECEMBER NIGHTS - December’s full Moon is December 28. It is called the Full Cold Moon as the winter cold fastens its grip and the nights become long and dark. This full moon is also called the Long Nights Moon by some Native tribes. Other December sky highlights include a new moon on December 13, meaning it won’t interfere with the intense Geminid meteor shower beginning on the same night. The Moon and Jupiter form a holiday conjunction on December 25, with the orange star Aldebaran dangling below them.This is a backyard view of the moon rising over Mount Peter from Batchelor Heights. Submitted by: Russell Kutcher.

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YOUR HOROSCOPEHOROSCOPES

Horoscopes courtesy of astrologer Michael Thiessen. For daily horoscopes go to www.astrology-online.com

SAGITTARIUS (Nov 23-Dec 21) Don’t go out of your way, and don’t let these unexpected guests cost you money. Opportunities will develop through those you encounter while attending organizational events. Prob-lems with female members of your family may play on your emotions.CAPRICORN (Dec 22-Jan 20) Do not confront situations unless you are sure you have a good understanding of the dilemma. Take part in stimulating debates that will allow you to show off your intelligence. Lovers may prove unworthy of your affection.AQUARIUS (Jan 21-Feb 19) Family talks may get a little combative. You can make wonderful contributions to any organization that you join. You can make it up to them later. You need time to put your house in order and sort out what you are going to do about your personal direction.PISCES (Feb 20-Mar 20) You will learn a great deal from the foreigners you meet. You will be in an overly generous mood this week. Heed the advice given by family or old reliable friends. You will be able to close any deals successfully. ARIES (Mar 21-April 20) Digestive disorders will be a result of family squabbles. You will benefit through hidden assets and property invest-ments. Avoid conflicts with in-laws or other family members. Now is the time for completing hobbies that you’ve been working on for a long time.TAURUS (Apr 21-May 21) Find out exactly what’s expected of you and you’ll be surprised to find out how capable you are. Sign up for courses or join fitness clubs. Based on your excitement, serious-minded individuals will be more than interested in backing your ideas. GEMINI (May 22-June 21) Try to take some time to listen to their com-plaints, and in turn, do something to appease them. Don’t offer to pay for others. Voice your opinions and contribute to the de bate. Advancement can be yours if you are assertive in your approach. CANCER (June 22-July 22) Insurance pay outs, tax rebates, or just plain luck. A long, quiet walk alone may help you sort out your thoughts. Avoid joint ventures and steer clear of groups that want you to contribute financial assistance. Friends and relatives may not understand your needs.LEO (July 23-Aug 22) You can get the attention of important individuals but it might not be the time to get them to help or to back your ideas. Get involved in jobs that require creative input. You can win points with both peers and superiors. Do things you enjoy instead of being a chameleon.VIRGO (Aug 23-Sept 23) Your compassion will be appreciated more than you can imagine. Be sure to get involved in self improvement pro-grams that will bring you in contact with interesting people. You must watch your tendency to spend whatever you make. LIBRA (Sept 24-Oct 23) Don’t let others put unreasonable demands on you. Short trips to visit others will do the whole family a world of good. Your involvement in interest groups may bring you popularity. Your di-plomacy will be of utmost importance this week.SCORPIO (Oct 24-Nov 22) Try spending the day catching up on any responsibilities that need to be taken care of. Don’t confront the situation if you don’t feel you can keep your cool. You must act quickly. Matters pertaining to work must be completed before you leave.

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Are you looking for a way to get involved

without getting the crap knocked out of you? Join the league as a referee, or as a non-skating official. Volunteers are also needed.

www.tcdd.ca

www.tcdd.ca

No experience necessary. Must be 18+.www.tcdd.ca

tcdd.ca

www.tcdd.ca

Are you looking for

a way to get involved

without getting the crap

knocked out of you?

TCDD are looking

for a home to play &

practice in year round.

Join the league as a

referee, or as a

non-skating official.

Volunteers are

also needed.

No experience necessary.

Must be 18+.

A wide open space at least

80’ x 100’ with concrete flooring.

If you think

you can help

us out then

contact us!

are looking for a

home to play and

practice in year round.

A wide open space at least

80’ x 100’ with concrete flooring.

If you think you can help us

out then contact us!

May 19 @ McArthur TCDD vs. Big Rock Stars Black vs. White Co-Ed

June 23 @ McArthur TCDD vs. Candy Strykers TCDD vs. Gold Pain City

July 14 @ McArthur TCDD vs. Dam City Rollers TCDD vs. Bad News Betties

May 19 @ McArthur TCDD vs. Big Rock Stars Black vs. White Co-Ed

June 23 @ McArthur TCDD vs. Candy Strykers TCDD vs. Gold Pain City

July 14 @ McArthur TCDD vs. Dam City Rollers TCDD vs. Bad News Betties

May 19 @ McArthur

TCDD vs. Big Rock Stars

Black vs. White Co-Ed

June 23 @ McArthur

TCDD vs. Candy Strykers

TCDD vs. Gold Pain City

July 14 @ McArthur

TCDD vs. Dam City Rollers

TCDD vs. Bad News Betties

Tickets available from The Ruby Room or The Columbia

Springs Water Company

Tickets available from The Ruby Room or The Columbia Springs Water Company

2012 Home Bout Schedule

2012 Home Bout

Schedule

www.tcdd.ca

Tickets available from The Ruby Room or The Columbia

Springs Water Company

Christmas Memorial Service

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Schoening Cremation Centre 250.554.2429

Music & light refreshment

Tuesday, Dec. 11 at 7pmSchoening Funeral Home,513 Seymour Street

Wednesday, Dec.12 at 7pmSchoening Cremation Centre,#8 - 177 Tranquille Road

Join us in honouring the memory of those you love

PURSES $20!

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3:00pm Ham & Turkeys Meat Draw

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6:30pm Ham & Turkeys Fire Place Lounge No Karaoke

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6:30pm Meat Draw Karaoke with Nan

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3:00pm Meat DrawInstallation

Fire Place Lounge

3:00pm Ham & Turkey Bingo & Dinner

3:00pm Meat Draw

3:00pm Meat Draw Hoolie Tournament

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New Year's Eve Galawith Geoff Morris

"Garth Brooks Tribute"Dinner & Dance • $25 per person

Prime Rib Carving Station • Rosemary Au Jus • Horseradish • Potato Gratin • Rice Pilaf • Sautéed Mushrooms & Onions Seasonal Vegetables • Garden Salad • Assorted Buns & Bread • Dessert

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