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Thorgy Thor, a multi-instrumentalist and comedic drag performer, performs alongside the Regina Symphony Orchestra in 2022. Thorgy wears a pink sequinned jumpsuit and a feathered pink wig. The symphony sits behind her in all black.

KSO director ‘very happy and very proud’ to collaborate with U.S. drag performer

Former ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ contestant Thorgy Thor will be performing alongside the Kamloops Symphony Orchestra later this week amid legal attacks on LGBTQ2S+ communities.

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A Chinese man stands in his uniform. Poster is of 'Finding Fred Lee' documentary.
‘Finding Fred Lee’ uncovers a piece of Kamloops history

How the near erasure of a respected Chinese family in Kamloops — and one man’s military service — was uncovered.

On the Outrunners film set, an actor prepares to act out a scene while a crew member holds a clapperboard in front of his face
‘Outrunners’ director discusses Kamloops upbringing and local filmmaking

‘It was a very special night,’ at the Paramount Theatre last week after over 400 tickets sold for the locally-shot film’s world premiere, director Ken Hegan told The Wren.

Tobi wears a green T-shirt and stands behind the counter at her convenience store, O&A. O&A serves members of the African diaspora community.
Nine locally-owned grocers working to serve members of diaspora communities

These specialty grocery stores serve diaspora community members as well as those looking to expand their palates.

A girl wearing a grey sweater who has light brown hair stands in front of her artworks. Artworks are commentary on what it means to be Jewish in a modern context.
Local artist explores Jewish identity, belonging at the Kamloops Art Gallery

Lindsey Tyne Johnson's exhibit, "Hebrew Spelled Backwards," is now open to the public.

A stock image of a menorah with nine blue candles in the foreground. In the background, four people read together from the Torah.
Jewish Kamloopsians celebrate winter holidays without a physical gathering space

Ahead of Hanukkah celebrations, Jewish community members are shining a light on cross-cultural connections — even without a synagogue or community centre.

Hélène hanging ornaments to display
Local retiree embraces the spirit of the season with charitable crafts

Hélène uses her woodworking skills to raise money for Kamloops charities every winter.

8 gift-worthy Indigenous businesses near Kamloops

We’ve compiled a list of Indigenous businesses in and around Kamloops with unique gifts to give this holiday season.

These 11 women-owned businesses in Kamloops sell all the gifts you need

We rounded up a selection of women-owned businesses in Kamloops where you can find gifts for everyone on your list this year.

Three decorated shoeboxes
Six Kamloops charities to support this holiday season

Learn about charitable initiatives for vulnerable Kamloops residents you can support this winter.

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