Spirit of Kamloops

Jul 17 2008

Posted by Krystal as What's Going on in Kamloops

One thing that we missed out on last year but is on our list for this summer is a ride on the Spirit of Kamloops steam train.

The Spirit of Kamloops railtour is a 7 mile/11 km round trip on the CN Okanagan Subdivision mile 3.5 to 0.0 that takes 1 hour and 10 mins to complete from the time of departure until return. Passengers have the option of riding in our custom designed open-air ‘Hayrack’ cars or reliving the past in our 1930 heritage coach ‘ Pioneer Park ‘. Standing is permitted on the open-air cars and moving about the train is also allowed. The train is washroom equipped and has a PA System for safety announcements and the brief narrative presented on each trip.

Operating June through September. Full schedule in July and August includes Friday through Monday evenings with a Saturday morning trip as well. Limited trips in June and September.

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The Adventures in the Enchanted Forest

Jul 17 2008

Posted by Krystal as Adventures in Parenting, What's Going on in Kamloops

Enjoy an interactive, fun 45-minute fairy-tale fiasco. A completely FREE summer theatre production perfect for the whole family to explore an enjoy Tuesdays to Saturdays at 1 p.m. beside the KAC building across from Scoopz Ice Cream Parlor.

Sponsored by Human Resources Development and administered by the KAC, original children’s theatre in Riverside Park will be free until the end of August.
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Downtown Merchants Market

Jul 16 2008

Posted by Krystal as Adventures in Parenting, What's Going on in Kamloops

Wednesday July 16 – Saturday July 19th hosted by Kamloops Central Business Improvement Association.

The community carnival is Thursday July 17th 11-4 come and visit me! I’ll be painting faces out in front of the Kamloops Inn. The 300 block of Victoria is closed to traffic to make room for tons of fun and activities.

Friday is “A Taste of Downtown” where you can sample some of what the wonderful restaurants in our downtown core have to offer.

And Saturday we wrap it all up from 10-4pm with the “Artisans and Business Showcase” I’ll be down there again from 10-1 painting faces, arms, legs and where ever in front of Scotia bank this time. Again the 300 block of Victoria is closed to make way for the events!

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Music in the Park is in full swing!

Jul 02 2008

Posted by Krystal as Adventures in Parenting, What's Going on in Kamloops

Almost every night of the summer my friends and family can be found somewhere on the grass in front of the bandshell for one of my favorite Kamloops summertime traditions – Music in the Park. An absolutely beautiful way to end a hot summer day bring a blanket or chairs and some snacks to settle down with the kids for an evening of outdoor music and dancing. We absolutely love it and hope to see you down there!

July 1 – August 31
From 7 – 8:30 pm each evening during the summer months, come to the Rotary Bandshell at Riverside Park for FREE musical entertainment by local, national and international musicians, weather permitting. Schedule subject to change without notice.

The concerts are free, presented by the City and the B.C. Lottery Corporation.

Address: Lorne Street Kamloops BC

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Kids in Carseats

Jul 01 2008

Posted by Krystal as Adventures in Parenting, Parenting Resources, What's Going on in Kamloops

Parents driving their kids to Canada Day events on Tuesday will have to make sure they are properly secured in the car under a new law that requires children up to the age of nine to use a booster seat. And if parents don’t follow the new rules, they’ll face a $109 fine.

“It’s fabulous if it helps save lives and helps prevent injuries,” said Mariane Salvail, whose five-year-old son Sam will sit in a booster seat on Tuesday.

Previously, children in B.C. could outgrow infant car seats at 40 pounds and move to regular seat belts. But now, those children must sit in a booster seat until they are either nine years old or four feet, nine inches tall, no matter how much they might weigh.

Infants must be rear-facing until at least 12 months old, and a weight of 20 pounds.
After that, a child seat must be used until the child weighs 40 pounds.

Ultimately the driver is responsible, whether or not they are related to the child. One of the new rules is that an exemption for rental cars has been removed. ~ from CTV British Columbia’s Sarah Galashan

With that BCAA is hosted a car-seat check on Wednesday June 23rd from 10:30 – 3. At the Notre Dame office. You had to book an appointment at 1-877-247-5551. there were trained CPS educators there to assess the installation and use of car and booster seats. If you are concerned or have any questions about the installation of your car seats give them a call.