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September 2005 Senior Connector www.seniorconnector.com Page 31Volunteers NeededThe Alzheimer Society of BC,Central Interior needs Supportand Education and Fund DevelopmentVolunteers. Learn howyou can help make a differencein the lives of people affectedby Alzheimer Disease or relateddementia. Call Sheila at 377-8200 or 1-800-886-6946.Canadian Red Cross is lookingfor volunteers able to takeon special projects, which mayinclude planning and participatingin fundraising events, organizingspecial events such asa volunteer appreciation lunchor community parades, manninga Red Cross info boothat community events, or representingRed Cross at speakingengagements. If you wouldlike to make a difference orfind out more, please send abrief resume and covering letterto Mr Dave Dewhirst andMs Nancy Bepple, RegionalCouncilors, 340B-12 Ave, Kamloops,V2C 3Y5 or email celine.calfa@redcross.ca.The Afternoon Auxiliary toR.I.H is in need of volunteersin all areas including the GiftShop & the Thrift Seller. To volunteer,please pick up an applicationat the RIH Gift Shop, 311Columbia St. between 10amand 8pm Mon to Fri, 1 to 5 pmSat. & Sun.Widow lady wishes to share her2 bdrm apt in Puerto Vallartawith 1-2 people from Feb 14-28. $200.00 a week. Kitchen,washer,dryer,balcony, pool, closeto buses and stores. 4th floor, noelevator. Cool place.(250) 453-9248Community Living WeekSeptember 10–17, 2005“Hand in hand and side by sideWe can build a stronger communityNot as one, but as many”~ Sherry Shortman“Community Living Week” is designed to promote public awareness of the gifts, strengths andrights of people with developmental disabilities in our community. The true spirit of the week iscaptured in the “Community Living Week Ribbon”. Individuals with developmental disabilitieswill distribute these specially designed ribbons to those chosen people in the community whohave made a unique contribution in each of their lives. We invite everyone to take part in dailyevents including the first annual Fall In Laughing Comedy Night, Country Fall Fair, CommunityPartnership Recognition Breakfast, Climb for Community Living Bandanna Day and CommunityLiving Week. It’s our Community—Let’s Celebrate!Schedule of Events◗ September 10 • Fall In Laughing • 7:00 pm • Executive Inn 540 Victoria Street KamloopsJoin us for an Evening of Giggles, Guffaws and Happy AppiesShowcasing the local talent of Laugh Trax and featuring Comedian Billy MitchellTickets: $20.00 each. Proceeds go to support community based housing options for individualswith developmental disabilities. For more information contact Deb at 374 3245◗ September 11 • Thompson Community Services Hoedown and Trail RideCome and enjoy a “western” day filled with wagon rides, face painting and much much, more.For more information contact Kathy at 828 1508◗ September 12 • Community Living Centre Open House • 520D Seymour StreetFor more information Contact Lorie at 374 1585Distribution of Community Living Week Ribbons◗ September 13 • Proclamation of Community Living Week by Mayor and Council◗ September 14 • Aberdeen Services Hawaiian Luau • 10:45 am – 1:45 pm • 101–1450Pearson Pl.Lunch will be provided for a small donation to The Pine Park Recreational Society. RSVP toKristine or Bonnie at 828-1508.◗ September 15 • Country Fall Fair • 10:00 am - 2:00 pmA good old country fair in the heart of downtown • Desert Gardens, 540 Seymour StreetFor more information contact Joan at 314 6810.◗ September 16 • Partnership Recognition Breakfast • 7:30 - 9:00 amCommunity Living Centre 520D Seymour Street - Tickets $10.00 each. For more informationcontact Deb Steele at 374 3245Climb for Community Living Bandana DayWear a bandana to support local self-advocates and community members as they prepare toclimb Mount Kilimanjaro in February 2006. For more information contact Deb Steele at 374 3245◗ September 17th • Annual Community Living Day • 10:00 am - 3 :00 pmCharles Anderson StadiumCatch the spirit of Community living at this non-competitive Slow Pitch tournament and familyfun day. Featuring slow pitch games and a celebrity challenge game. This years children’s eventswill feature a Bike Parade at 12 noon with prizes for the best decorated bike. 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