Some members of Jamila Mai performing at the Salmon Arm Roots and Blues
Jamila Mai Belly Dance of Salmon Arm offers classes for beginners and intermediate belly dancers of all ages. Classes run in three sessions a year: generally Sept to Dec, Jan to Mar, Mar to May at the Downtown Activity Centre (former Salmon Arm Elementary).
For details, contact Rachael at two-five-zero-eight-three-three-nineteen-fifteen or email her at drmoney@telus.net
Cancer is everywhere these days, but since 1980 when Terry Fox set out on his Marathon of Hope, things have changed. In so many cases the treatments have helped many win the battle that would have been lost 30 years ago. Early detection, better treatment and improved follow up care have been the cure for many. Salmon Arm is a community with a big heart for cancer. Our Relay for Life consistently brings in more donations than the cities of Vernon (several times our size) and Kelowna (10 times our size). Sometimes the fight is general, but sometimes it has a precious focus.
At the moment, a member of Jamila Mai Bellydance is undergoing chemo for breast cancer. It is so great when a community gathers together to support one of its own in a time like this. Wrapped in pink ribbons, Jamila Mai celebrates Barb, the Chest Pop Queen.
Read about the event here. As you admire the beautiful photos you will see the love shining through each person there. Barb is very loving, and she is very loved.
Shawn L. Bird 