1887 St. Andrews On The Square Heritage Site Kamloops British Columbia (Pictures)

Above Photo: 1887 St. Andrews On The Square Heritage Site Kamloops British Columbia.

In early November 2015 my daughter continued to show me around the city of Kamloops. It seemed at every turn there was something wonderful to see, then we came upon the 

St. Andrews On The Square site. 

St. Andrews On The Square was built in 1887 and is the oldest public building in the city of Kamloops. The city bought it, then restored everything back in 1998.

Above Photo: My daughter and her son with me at the St. Andrews On The Square Heritage Site.

The Kamloops Heritage Society now operates the facility, where weddings and other events are held.

Also on site are the gorgeous St. Andrews gardens where 

local musicians and performers can be found.

So when planning your next holiday, don’t forget to put Kamloops on your agenda so you can tour all the wonderful historic sites seen around town.

Above Photo: The information below was taken off of the statues plaque.

This Statue commissioned by The Friends of Phil Gaglardi Society and erected by the city of Kamloops, July 20, 2009.

Statue created by sculptor Terry Norlander

Supporting Patrons

The Gaglardi Family, Jim Pattison, Community Arts Council, Alfons Jalink, Mel Rothenburger, Colombo Lodge (Italian Cultural Centre)

Orv and Kathy Nicholson          Mark and Ellen Brown
Enzo Lizzi                                  Findlay "Frank" Quinn.
Douglas D. Scott.                       Ivan and Ann Jakic and Family.
Derek and Val Stammer             Brentwood Enterprises
Bill Bilton                                   Fulton and Company
Bert Gatien                                 Dennis Coates
Cundari Seibel LLP Lawyers     Denise McCabe
Steven DuMont                          Ken Endean

Rick Ewen                                   Gerald K. Watson
Warren Hewlett                           Ab and Elia Ablett
Mary Hewlett                               Dr. Ferber
Lena Cassidy                                Ken Lepin
Terry and Susan Bepple               Larry Strohmaier
Steven Bregoliss  

If you visit the Tourism Kamloops website, they have a nice write up about 

St. Andrews On The Square.

Tourism Kamloops:

http://www.tourismkamloops.com/st-andrews-on-the-square

And

St. Andrews on the Square website.

http://standrewssquare.com/

Above Photo: 1887 St. Andrews On The Square Heritage Site Kamloops British Columbia.

Above Photo: 1887 St. Andrews On The Square Heritage Site Kamloops British Columbia.

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White On White On White Party

Judy Basso Events has created a very exciting event that will become an annual event.  The White on White on White Party is going to be away of celebrating the end of summer, like never before!

The event benefactor is the B.C. SPCA – Kamloops Branch.  Each year the event benefactor will change. Following the event, the attendees will have an opportunity to vote on who they would like us to have as the event benefactor for the following year.

We have designed an event that will be unique and memorable.  It will be something that people will be excited to attend again and again each year. All of the guests from this year will have the first option to buy tickets for next year, and will also be able to invite two people to attend the event. This group of people will then be able to be the next inline for the available tickets. Any remaining tickets will only be available by being on a waiting list.  We are only selling 158 tickets. By using this model, the growth of this event will grow quickly, and makes the event sustainable. It like being part of a club; the “WoWoW Club!”

We are making every attempt to make this event something that is different from anything else in town. It is very crucial that this first time event be done very, very well.

The intention is to have future WoWoW events on a week night, as this is.  It will be held at a secret location, and will be done by 11:00 pm.  Guests are transported from and back to Aberdeen Mall staff parking lot. Once on the busses they will be transported by motor coach to the venue.

 We have secured some fabulous sponsors: The DoubleTree by Hilton – Kamloops, Cooper’s Foods, Caroline Slade Photography (they approached me to be a part of this event when they heard about it), Aberdeen Mall, DiVine Tours and Vida Creative.  We also have an amazing Organizing Committee that comprises of Terri Axani, Helen Morris (of Cooper’s Foods),  Cheryl Doolan, Ken Hueston, Caroline Purjue, Kaitlyn Methot and Jamie Mayes – all who are dedicated to making this a huge success!

Judy Basso Events has been in business for 25 years and is very, very well known and established in Kamloops for creating amazing and memorable events.  The fact that this event is produced and presented for Judy Basso Events will make it even more special.  We are able to run with it and make it what we truly want it to be.

We really want to leave people with a “Wow” feeling and want them to return year after year. By doing this each year the event benefactor will benefit.  Over the years, it will have a very positive ripple effect on many people in our community – in so many ways.  Having this infusion of extra cash will certainly help us to achieve that.

For FAQ’s and ticket information: www.JudyBassoEvents.ca   

Please let us know if you have any further questions. Cell: 250-851-5247 or jbassoevents@gmail.com.  

Kind Regards.

Judy Basso Events.

Enter to WIN a Weekend Getaway for Two in Kamloops, BC!

This prize package includes:

2 nights accomodation at The Hotel 540 for 2 people.

Stand Up Paddling for 2 people with Paddle Surfit.

Wine tour for 2 people with Tastefull Excursions.

Dinner for 2 at The Noble Pig.

$125 gas card.

To enter, please visit the Tourism Kamloops website.

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Information on White On White On White Party.  

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