Author: Juli Harland
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Denzel American and Monique Reiswig welcome you to the monthly computer literacy cafe at North Kamloops Public Library Photo by Juli HarlandBringing computer literacy to the community
Technology moves fast, and many people are still figuring out where to start, let alone how to keep up. That was where programs like the Tech Help Café, run through Kamloops PAL (K-PAL), can make a world of difference. The goal is not only to fix immediate technology concerns, but also to give people the…
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Kamloops comes together for World Suicide Prevention Day
World Suicide Prevention Day (WSPD) is more than just a date on the calendar. It’s a call to action, a chance for communities to gather, and a great reminder that keeping communication open about suicide can actually save lives. Coming up on Sept. 6, the Kamloops Suicide Loss Support Group will be holding a march…
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Club Current is ethical, inclusive, and a whole lot of fun
When Krstyal Thompson first joked about taking over the old Sandbar Restaurant, she never expected it would actually become reality. Yet a week later, she was still thinking about it, and before she knew it, the ball was in motion to get the doors open to what is now Club Current. “How often in life…
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Hot Nite in the City gearing up for another wild ride
Hot Nite in the City is cruising back into downtown Kamloops for its 31st year, and it’s looking like another unforgettable weekend full of chrome, classics, and community. What started back in 1994 as a small evening car show put on by the Kamloops Chapter of the Vintage Car Club of Canada has grown into…
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Photo by Olsen ImagingRibfest returns for one more year
While 2025 is the final year for Daybreak Rotary’s involvement, there are hopes it might continue After thirteen years of dedication, the Rotary Club of Kamloops Daybreak will present Ribfest for the final time this month. Since its start back in 2012, Ribfest has grown into a signature community event, drawing tens of thousands of…
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Photo submitted by Cheryl DedelsSpirit Warriors celebrate 18 seasons of spirit and strength
Kamloops’ very own Spirit Warriors Dragon Boat Team is celebrating its 18th season on the water this year, and they’re doing it with strength and style. “This is our 18th season. Holy crap. Wow. So 2008,” laughed Cheryl Dedels, a proud paddler and long-time member of the team. The Spirit Warriors were founded by five…
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East Kamloops gets a champion and a $2,500 giveaway
There’s a new advocate in town, and she’s bringing gift cards, door prizes, and a whole lot of energy to East Kamloops. The newly formed East Kamloops Business Improvement Association (EKBIA) has officially named its first-ever Executive Director, Clare Warner. Warner has a passion for placemaking, public art, and pretty much anything that celebrates community…
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Photo by Ron Ron’s StudioDancing, dreaming, and doing it one more time
‘Electric Love’ turns 10 Kamloops is about to come alive with loads of laughter, music, acrobatics, and magic as the Kamloops Buskers Festival returns to Riverside Park from July 24–27. Now in its sixth year, this amazing celebration of street performance is bound to dazzle crowds with mainstage performers both local and international, dozens of…
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Street performance is back with the Kamloops Buskers Festival
Kamloops is about to come alive with loads of laughter, music, acrobatics, and magic as the Kamloops Buskers Festival returns to Riverside Park from July 24–27. Now in its sixth year, this amazing celebration of street performance is bound to dazzle crowds with mainstage performers both local and international, dozens of musicians, food, and fun,…
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The cast of Circus of the Lost prepare to bring the show to the stage at a recent rehearsal.‘Circus of the Lost’ led by local youth
Circus of the Lost is a story of the lost souls of the afterlife, with unforgettable characters such as a questionable sword swallower and a clown who is terrified of clowns. There is murder, guilt, identity crisis, and a journey into the great beyond. And it’s written, directed, and produced by 17-year-old Kamloops local Alex…