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A place for arts

Members of the Summerland Community Arts Council ponder how they will handle a relocation later this year.

Gravel plan

Summerland will extract and sell some of the community’s gravel resources.

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Hearing aids

The Quest Society for Hearing and Speech Enhancement is collecting used hearing aids.

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On the run

Three elementary school principals will take part in a friendly competition in the 5.4-kilometre Giant’s Head Run later this spring.

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Simonka Slizek of Summerland receives her score after performing an individual kata during the 2014 Friendship Tournament in Penticton hosted by her Taneda Karate Dojo.

Summerlanders who need an x-ray will be able to drop in at the Summerland Health Centre without an appointment during a trial of the service. The drop-in x-ray service will be offered from April 28 to Sept. 15 between 12:30 and 2:20 p.m., Monday to Friday. Appointments can still be booked from 9 to 11:45 a.m. and from 2:30 to 4:15 p.m. The drop-in x-ray service is for chest, ribs, upper extremity work and lower extremity work. Those who need two or more x-rays must book an appointment. Janice Perrino of the South Okanagan Similkameen Medical Foundation said the x-ray service in Summerland was busy in the past, when Summerland had a full hospital in place. Since the hospital was closed and the health centre opened, the x-ray service has not been as busy. “We are trying to expand the service because we are not getting enough people who use it,” she said. She said the drop-in service does not require additional staff time, since staff are already at the equipment. The drop-in service will also help those who would otherwise go to Penticton for x-rays. She said the equipment is just as good and uses the same technology as at the Penticton hospital. “If we don’t use our services, we will lose our services,” she said.

Grant funding distributed Summerland organizations receive $12,000 from Community Foundation

Three Summerland organizations have received around $12,000 from the Community Foundation of the South

Okanagan. The foundation announced its list of 2014 grant recipients last week. A total of $223,000 was given to organizations throughout the region. “We’re really excited to help local charities with such a large amount of money,” said Aaron McRann, executive dir-

ector of the foundation. “This is the most we’ve ever been able to grant thanks to the generosity of local donors throughout our region.” In Summerland, the Summerland Trans Canada Trail Society received $2,934, Stop a Bully received $4,000 and the Summerland Asset

Development Initiative received $4,840. McRann said the foundation looks to fund a wide variety of organizations each year. All have received funding from the community foundation in the past. The foundation received 65 applications from organizations in the region. Of

these, 24 received support of $119,000. The remaining $104,000 was given to charities. The foundation’s grant money comes from earnings on investments of more than $9 million. There is an application process for organizations wishing to receive money from the foundation.

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Quarton honoured for long service

At the True Patriot Love Foundation tribute dinner last week in Calgary, Lt.Col. J.H. Harry Quarton of Summerland was honoured for his service. Quarton participated in the Normandy invasion of Europe 70 years ago. He served in the Canadian Armed Forces for 48 years. He joined the South Alberta Regiment, 29th Canadian Armoured Regiment and H.Q. 4th Canadian Armoured Division during World War II.

COUNCIL REPORT The regular meeting of municipal council was held on April 14 in council chambers. All members of council except Coun. Orv Robson were present.

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On his return to Canada in 1946, he joined the 19th Alberta Dragoons and later commanded the Loyal Edmonton Regiment and was the first Canadian Regiment of the Reserve to qualify as parachute troops. He also served as senior aide de comp to five Alberta Lieutenant-Governors. The tribute dinner was attended by 1,200 people. The event raised $1.2 million to support Canadian military families in need.

Preparing breakfast

Members of the Summerland Kiwanis Club prepare a breakfast of ancient grain pancakes at the True Grain Bread 10th anniversary celebration on Saturday. From left are Sherrie Whetnall, Irene Johnston and Tom Jacques. Locally produced food items from Maple Roch Maple Syrup, Ogopogo Meats, Backyard Beans Coffee and Next Generation Juices were also featured at the breakfast on Main Street. Anniversary celebration events were held throughout the day.

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A bylaw to amend Summerland’s Official Community Plan to adjust the zoning at 12830 McLarty Pl. was defeated. The bylaw had first been brought to council Feb. 25, 2013 and was given first reading March 11, 2013. After a public hearing on March 25, 2013, it was held at third reading since a Wildfire Hazard Development Permit had not been issued.

Zoning amendment denied

Council denied an application to amend the Official Community Plan designation and zoning for 2311 Thornber St. The proposal was to change the Official Community Plan designation from Rural Residential to Low Density Residential and to change the zoning from CR1-Country Residential 1 to RSD2-Residential Large Lot.

Electrical report received

Council received the Electrical System Model report for information. In the fall of 2012, Primary Engineering was retained to prepare a model of Summerland’s electrical utility system. A detailed model of the system was produced this spring. The most significant need is for a new substation in the next seven to 10 years. Representatives from the municipality will meet with FortisBC representatives to discuss how to finance the substation.

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Funding for Girl Guides

Staff at the Summerland Credit Union raised $868 for the Summerland Girl Guides during their Comfort for a Cause fundraiser. In the front from left are Heather Martin , Girl Guides district commander Kyla Gaudiuso, Herlinda Burt of the Summerland Credit Union and Layna Martin of the Summerland Girl Guides, along with credit union staff members. Each week, staff members contribute $1 a week, matched by the credit union, for the privilege of wearing jeans to work on Friday. The money goes to organizations within the community.

Municipality to pursue gravel plan Summerland will extract and sell some of the community’s gravel as the municipality will issue a request for proposal for a gravel operation. A report on Summerland’s gravel resources was prepared for the municipality by Interior Testing Services Ltd. Don Darling, director of engineering 2

and public works, said the municipality has an estimated 50 million cubic metres of raw gravel. “There are very substantial gravel resources at the landfill,” he said. The request for proposal was approved on Monday evening by municipal council. “I’m really glad to see this is going

ahead,” said Coun. Bruce Hallquist. In the past, Hallquist has called for the municipality to find new ways of generating revenue instead of relying solely on property tax increases. Coun. Peter Waterman said the gravel extraction service is needed. “There’s a real

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Council approves sidewalk work Summerland will soon have more sidewalks as municipal council voted on Monday evening to approve an extension project. The sidewalk along Prairie Valley Road will extend from Saunders Crescent to Cartwright Avenue. A sidewalk on the south side of Jubilee Road will be extended from the post office to the existing sidewalk east of Sinclair Road. The sidewalk on

Prairie Valley Road is a high priority for the municipality while the safety for pedestrians from Sinclair Road to Jubilee Road is also a concern, Don Darling, director of engineering and public works said. The Prairie Valley Road project has an estimated cost of $600,000, while the sidewalk for Jubilee Road is expected to cost $150,000. A total of $941,000 is in the budget for this work.

shortage of gravel generally,” he said. The request for proposal was sent to proponents on Tuesday. The closing date

is May 14 and the selection of the preferred proponent will take place May 28. Work will begin in September.

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Retaining services The “shop locally” message, long used to promote local businesses, has now extended to medical services. Last week, the Okanagan Similkameen Medical Foundation announced it would offer a drop-in x-ray service in Summerland on a trial basis this spring and summer. The Summerland Health Centre has had an x-ray service in place for many years, but in the past it was by appointment only. Adding drop-in hours may make the facility more attractive for Summerlanders who need the service. While the medical foundation promotes the drop-in service as a benefit to the community, it should be noted that a drop-in service would not be considered if there was greater use of Summerland’s x-ray equipment. Put simply, Summerland’s x-ray service is not busy enough. If the use is too low, there will be questions about why an x-ray department is in place in Summerland. Losing this facility would be an inconvenience for many, since it would involve an outof-town trip for a procedure now offered locally. Summerland’s x-ray department was not always this quiet. Before 2002, when Summerland still had a general hospital instead of a health centre, the x-ray department was needed and it was well used. In the years following the hospital closure, the facility has taken on a new life as a centre which provides day surgeries. Over the next several months, the drop-in service will provide an opportunity for Summerlanders to show whether the x-ray service is still needed in the community. The drop-in option should not be seen as an expansion of a service. Rather, it is a test to see if a Summerland-based x-ray department still makes sense.

A gravel extraction plan for Summerland will provide some much-needed revenue for the community. For years, there have been complaints that the municipality places too great a tax burden on residential homeowners. Other revenue sources may ease the burden on homeowners. Resource revenue will not eliminate the need for taxes, but the additional money will help.

Farmland fight sheds little light VICTORIA – Detailed debate on changes to the Agricultural Land Commission got underway in the legislature last week, while protesters played to urban voters outside. A couple of West Kootenay NDP supporters brought a basket of homegrown veggies down to help East Kootenay MLA Bill Bennett get through the winter on a 100-mile diet. A group Tom Fletcher of mostly UBC scientists wrote to Premier Christy Clark, embracing the popular assumption that the changes will automatically mean more exclusions of agricultural land, as well as expanded secondary uses in the Cariboo, Kootenay and North zones. This “jeopardizes species at risk, threatens many common species, and will impact many species prized for hunting,” they wrote. It makes me wonder if these university botanists and bird experts actually understand what farming is. You know, clear-cutting a forest and planting largely monoculture crops? Using big machinery, creating drainage, applying fertilizers, controlling diseases, pests and wild animals? Not backyard gardening, real farming of the sort that has fed more people than in all of human history? Have they heard that the largest cause of deforestation in

North America is farming? Do they imagine habitat loss from subdivisions sprawling across the Cariboo? Forests Minister Steve Thomson has been pinch-hitting for Fort St. John MLA Pat Pimm on the agriculture file as Pimm undergoes cancer treatment. Thomson took exception when NDP agriculture critic Nicolas Simons asked if he is aware people think the changes are to “neuter the chair of the Agricultural Land Commission.” Thomson, a former executive director of the Kelowna-based B.C. Agriculture Association, replied that the changes do not reduce the independence of the chair. Under further questioning from Simons, Thomson allowed that the current ALC chair, Richard Bullock, has provided no response to the government on the proposals. Kelowna-Lake Country MLA Norm Letnick was appointed Friday to replace Pimm as agriculture minister. But this ALC project is Bennett’s initiative, so I asked him about his changes to the appointment process. Bennett said the six regional panels, up to three people each, were set up by then-minister Stan Hagen in 2003 to provide local input. That worked well, he said, until Bullock came on the scene and began exercising his discretion not to appoint people recommended by cabinet. “The chair doesn’t like the regional panels,” Bennett told

me. “It’s a pain in the ass for the chair to have to deal with 18 farmers from all over the province in making decisions. It would be six farmers, because only one person from the regional panel actually sits on the provincial commission. “He thinks that it’s unwieldy, and he’d rather have the decision-making centralized in Burnaby. But we changed that. We decided as a duly elected government in 2003 that we wanted the regions to have a say on this stuff, so the intention of the legislation, we felt, was actually being defeated, because we hadn’t made it mandatory.” It will be mandatory soon, and Bullock’s days as commission chair appear to be numbered. “There’s no more discretion for any future chair to monkey with it,” Bennett added. One of Bennett’s key issues is denial of secondary residence construction to keep families on the land in the Interior. The legislation also introduces social and economic factors in weighing decisions in the North, Cariboo and Kootenay regions, where in most cases development pressure is an urban myth. The main ALC board will still have authority to revisit a local panel decision if the chair deems it inconsistent with the mandate to protect farmland. Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press. Twitter: @ tomfletcherbc Email: tfletcher@blackpress.ca

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As Summerlanders prepare for Tuesday’s public hearing on the proposed Urban Growth Area, it is important to remember some basic principles for good discussion. A heated, angry rant may make the speaker feel good, but a calm, well-reasoned statement is far more likely to affect the outcome of the vote near the end of the month. The growth plan is a sensitive issue for those on all sides, but when the decision is made, it must be based on reason, not emotion.

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Plan THE EARLY YEARS is new OCP Dear Editor: I wish to comment on what the District of Summerland describes as “Urban Growth Strategy/ Official Community Plan amendments.” According to parliamentary procedural rules, “an amendment must be germane (meaning closely related) to the motion to be amended (not just some pending motion).” The district’s new proposed amendments to the 2008 OCP include: o removal of prime agricultural land o removal of the primary growth area in west Prairie Valley. o future development on flat agricultural land o rezoning lands along highway The fundamental principles of the 2008 OCP included: o “maintaining the integrity of the ALR as in the 1996 OCP”. o the primary growth area in west Prairie Valley. o future “hillside community development” o “avoiding highway development to maintain downtown commercial focus” These new amendments are contrary to the fundamental principles of the 2008 OCP. These are not amendments. This is a new OCP. Either there is confusion over parliamentary procedures or there is an attempt to deceive the public. Municipal council is claiming we need these amendments because Summerland’s financial problems are caused by a lousy community plan. The public has not forgotten Summerland’s multimillion dollar errors with the sewer plant, the water treatment plant, Thirsk Dam, a costly law suit and a desperately-needed RCMP station which is now underused. That’s where the problem lies, not a shortage of developable lands. David E. Gregory Summerland

Ahead of their time

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Earth Day wasn’t established until 1990, but these young ladies, part of the graduating class of 1958, got a head start. Ruby Gronlund, Bonnie Wilson, Carol Reinertson, Noreen Bennison, Emma (last name not known) and Amy Hatcher worked hard to clear out rocks and old roots in preparation for planting trees in Memorial Park. Thanks to the efforts of the girls and others like them, we can enjoy a beautiful green space in the heart of our town. Be sure to check out the Earth Week events and come on out and celebrate. Get your hands dirty!

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Strategy is not needed Dear Editor: “Oh what a tangled web we weave, when first we practice to deceive.” Good old William Shakespeare. He really understood human nature. Regarding the great discussion in Summerland which has seen hundreds come out again and again to speak and hopefully be heard on the question of a new Official Community Plan for the municipality, the crux of the matter is not really growth, which will only happen if there is good reason. It is the matter of removing 87 hectares of a valuable, irreplaceable resource from its protective zoning in the Agricultural Land Reserve. All the rest is smoke and mirrors, i.e. the “swap” and the “need.” The mayor blithely stated that “food safety is not an issue.” I beg to differ. Much of our fresh food is imported from areas that are experiencing severe drought, so it is vital that we retain our ability to grow our own food. We have first class land, a know-

ledgeable people, a favourable climate and transportation and storage abilities. New families would be welcome, but they need jobs to be able to afford to live here. Otherwise, we would become even more a bedroom community. So far all we have seen downtown is the proposed destruction of the arts centre and a business to make way for the new library. Meanwhile, let us hope the oft-mentioned agri-businesses begin, suitable buildings are erected in the Wharton Street and old police station lands and houses built on the many available lots. That will suffice for a number of new residents. No “growth” plan is needed now. Summerland has grown slowly for over 100 years. It is a lovely place with intelligent citizens, many amenities and a proud community tradition. We also need always to have a hearing, caring council. Sheila White Summerland

artists and artisans all willing to showcase their work. We have actors. Do we have enough eager to do more plays? Could we do summer theatre? Whenever Summerland Baptist Church put on plays over a four-day period there was always a full house. What if there were more than one acting group, churches included, and each one was to prepare a play for two or three consecutive weekends. Each group or acting guild could be scheduled at different times, covering the summer, to continually entice people to

Summerland. And with Art in the Park, markets in the park, music concerts, stores that draw tourists, good restaurants and coffee houses, beaches and parks, etc. I believe we would soon see the beginning of a turnaround and become a place where businesses would want to be and people desire to live. o A solid unity — To accomplish something of this nature we must stop our squabbling and come together in unity to discover our vision and renew our sense of identity. Maureen Wills Summerland

Learning from Stratford’s experiences Dear Editor: Ten years ago my husband and I moved from Ontario to Summerland soon after our daughter, her husband and three children. We soon became immersed in the life of Summerland and it felt like home. But something has been happening to this place we love. We are losing valuable assets and are in danger of losing more. A solution must be found. I grew up in Stratford, Ont., a city of some 20,000. It was fondly referred to as Shakespeare’s adopted home town. In the mid-1990s Tom Patterson, a local

businessman had a vision to bring tourists to Stratford. The idea caught on and the Stratford Shakespearean Festival was born. United, Stratfordites began to spruce up their homes and businesses, often reflecting the Old English theme. Restaurants expanded, and new ones came, along with more motels on the outskirts. And Stratford still thrives to this day. People born there either stayed all their lives or returned in retirement. Summerland too is surrounded by beauty and blessed by good farmland and a

better climate than the dreaded winters I grew up with. We too had an identity and a vision that drew people to move here, or come as tourists. Yes, we had a set back when the highway was closed for weeks after the landslide. We have lost, gained and lost again, valuable businesses that helped draw visitors. We have parks, campgrounds, motels, but if they are not used they too will close. We are struggling to keep even venues that have become tradition. I believe the answer lies in the following three things: o A strong identity

— We need to know who we are as a community and what we want to become. o A sure vision — When we look at other towns that are thriving, we need to discover what draws people to them and ask if we have similar resources. Stratford thrives without growing too large. It was also surrounded by other communities such as Blyth, a small rural town, and Niagara On The Lake which grew to be a suburb of Niagara Falls, plus others, all of which are highlights on the map for tourists. We have a plethora of talent. Musicians,

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Urban Growth Strategy will have costs Dear Editor: I have been following the proposed Summerland land swap over the past months. One of my main concerns that I have not yet heard addressed is the costs that will be incurred by the Summerland taxpayers if the proposed development, as laid out by the corporation of Summerland, goes ahead. There are many things that must take place. The municipality must first install the necessary infrastructure to each existing parcel of land. The current standards

that are laid out by their bylaw for a residential subdivision are that each developer must put in, at their expense on their property, the following services: sewer lines, storm drainage, waterlines, underground power, street lights, cable TV, telephone, gas lines, curbs, sidewalks and new asphalt. These are some of the upgrades our municipality should also be installing on their existing roadways leading up to each development. This work should be done prior to any of the private subdivisions

going ahead. I realize that when each landowner applies for subdivision they will have to pay the development cost charges to the municipality for each lot that they create. I would perceive that before all the landowners have done their subdivisions and paid their DCCs, 20 to 30 years could easily go by. The costs to the corporation of Summerland to install their infrastructure could possibly cost $10 to $15 million, if not more. Presently the DCCs for a single family dwelling are currently set at $8,613.

If there are 400 new lots created, this would only generate $3,445,200. My calculation indicates this would only offset part of the corporation’s expense to complete this development. As stated by council, they have already advised us that it is important for them to build up our financial reserve for future projects and not continue borrowing more money. As a builder and developer in Summerland for almost 40 years, I can assure you that if I owned development property in Summerland

I would be skeptical in today’s economy to start any type of large development in our area. This is evident in the municipality’s success in attracting and retaining developers for the Wharton Street project. I would encourage our municipal council to step back and look at instead of taking 80.34 hectares of land from the ALR, consider doing it in smaller phases. The areas that should be considered first would be the areas where the majority of the infrastructure is already in place and the land is least

desirable for agricultural purposes. In last week’s Summerland Review, Tom Day, our municipal administrator stated that a referendum may be required when borrowing money for a five year period. You could almost be assured that the majority of taxpayers would be opposed to borrowing large amounts of money for this development. Let’s not look at removing any more land from the ALR than what is absolutely required. Carsten Nielsen Summerland

Questions raised following information meeting Dear Editor, The mayor called an information meeting to clear up some misinformation about the proposed Agricultural Land Reserve land swap.

I started work in Summerland in 1967 and moved here in 1973. In that time I have seen the changes. The mayor stated that we have lost

three packing houses and two canneries from our tax base. The fact is that the three packing houses amalgamated into one. The land from one is now the site

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of the Sungate Plaza and on another is the site of the Builders Mart. The land from one cannery is now a town house complex. How is this a loss to the tax base? The mayor stated that the enrolment

was down in the high school and we will lose the high school. Enrolment in Trout Creek and Giant’s Head is up. Some day these young people will move on to high school. On Page 77 of the Summerland MCA-

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housing report it shows a total of 1,112 building sites that are not in the ALR. At 30 building permits per year, that will last 37 years or until 2051. By taking the ALR land, this is a gain of 871 building sites that will make a total of 1,983 building sites. At 30 permits per year, that will last for 66 years or until 2080. We do not need this land for more growth. Council stated that even if the land is removed from the ALR it can still be used as farm land. How long before the new neighbours smell spray at 5 a.m. or hear the wind machines in the night or smell

the animals and complain to council? Will this council be there to fight for the farmer who will be forced out? How can this council say that they are working in the best interests of the residents of Summerland after receiving a petition of over 2,000 names against the removal of land from the ALR? How can this council base their decision on a survey that had only 152 replies? Of the 152 replies, how many were in favour of removing the land from the ALR? Robert Drummond Summerland

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Interim arts location not yet a reality Ask Your Dear Editor: The Summerland Community Arts Council wishes to correct and update some statements in the article “Facility in place for Arts Centre” in the Summerland Review, April 10 and posted online April 9. 1. As of April 11, 2014 the Arts Council does not have an interim facility in place. The district is still working on a possible location but no decision has been made. The former Summerland Pharmacy site on Main Street is not a possible location. 2. Of the $25,000 earmarked by the district “to assist the art gallery in paying rent in a new location and to assist in relocation costs,” the Arts Council will be allocated about $17,500 (70 per cent) with the

remainder allocated to the Summerland Potters Guild $7,500 (30 per cent.) The district has decided on this apportionment based on space usage by the two separate organizations in the present location. We hope that the District is able to secure an interim location for the Arts Council with this $17,500 apportionment. 3. The Arts Council must vacate its premises by June 30, after 16 years in its unique, present location. We are hopeful that the district will be able to finalize a lease on an interim location soon in order to ensure a minimal disruption of services to the community and visitors to Summerland. The Arts Council is a non-profit society, in existence since 1969, which provides many pro-

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grams and workshops for the public: the Summer Arts Programs for children, the Street Banner program, Art Gallery and the Gift Gallery.

The Arts Council is pleased that the mayor and council are committed to the “temporary and long-term accommodation needs” of the

Arts Council. David Finnis, president Summerland Community Arts Council Summerland

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Members and friends gathered Sunday, April 6 to celebrate Summerland Kiwanis 65th Anniversary. From left are Kiwanis Blossom Pageant candidate Brianna Ure, Kiwanis president Tom Jacques and Mayor Janice Perrino.

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The short answer: Yes! Our teeth take a small hit every day with the acid attack that we deliver from food and drinks. The pH scale measures the acidity level of substances from 1 (very acidic) to 14 (very basic). Water is 6.7, or basically neutral. Ranking your drinks on acidity, here is what your list looks like: coffee=6.25, herbal Tea=3.1-7.1, orange juice & white wine=3.5, iced tea=2.9, Powerade=2.7, Coke=2.5. On your list, coffee and tea have the best pH (least acidic). For the sake of your teeth, the less acidic drinks you consume, the better. But if you do drink them, here are some ways to minimize the damage: 1. Use a straw to minimize the contact with your teeth. 2. Have the most acidic beverages with food. 3. Avoid brushing for at least 30 minutes. This allows your saliva to counter the acid so that the brush does not spread it around. Try drinking more water and less beverages - your teeth (and pocketbook) will thank you! We’re here to help in any way we can. Feel free to call, stop by, or send us an e-mail message. We are always accepting new patients and I’d be happy to answer your question in the next article (anonymously if desired). Have a great week!

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DARE program graduation

Around 106 Grade 6 students at Summerland Middle School completed the DARE program last week. The program, taught by Summerland RCMP, provides information about drug and alcohol abuse for students.

Montessori School marks 15th anniversary The Summerland Montessori School and The Prairie Valley Preschool are celebrating their 15th anniversary this year. The school was formed in 1999 and operated upstairs in the Harold Simpson

Memorial building. It has since developed into an independent school since its inception, having moved into the current facility in 2003. In this facility the school blossomed from 14 students to

a peak of 68 elementary students and 25 children in the preschool. Some highlights for the Summerland Montessori School and Prairie Valley Preschool include winning community

awards for Business Excellence and Community Service as well as being named the Best Private School in the South Okanagan by Okanagan Life magazine last year. The focus in 2014

to 2015 is to remain an affordable option for Summerland and area families. The school established a parent equity program in better economic times where families invested in the school in an effort

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to improve facilities and add a Middle School. This program has been dropped as it made it difficult for some families who were interested in joining the school to do so, and this went

against the school’s pledge of being an affordable option, said Cal Johnson, head of school. Instead, the school is lowering its tuition rates by 15 per cent to mark its 15th anniversary, he said.

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The District of Summerland proposes to make an application to the Provincial Agricultural Land Commission pursuant to Section 29 of the Agricultural Land Commission Act to exclude from the Agricultural Land Reserve the properties shown outlined in red on the map below and an application pursuant to Section 17 of the Agricultural 13211 Henry Avenue • www.summerland.ca Land Commission Act to include in the Agricultural Land Reserve the properties shown in green on250-494-6451 the map below. The District also proposes to consider amendments to the District’s Official Community Plan that result from a review of the urbanLloyd growth strategy, Robert including amendments to the proposed MAYOR: Janice Perrino COUNCILLORS: Christopherson, Hacking, Bruce Hallquist,related Orv Robson, Marty Van Alphen,ALR Peterexclusions Waterman and inclusions. The amendments would be made by adopting Official Community Plan Bylaw 2014-002 which would replace the Official Community Plan in its entirety. The amendments to the Official Community Plan are numerous and potentially affect all lands in the District.

CONCEssION TENdER FOR ROTARy BEACH, PEACH ORCHARd ANd /OR POwELL BEACH

rd is required for this area and there is an electrical outlet provided. The District of Summerland is accepting tenders for the operation of Concession Vending at Gordon Beggs Rotary Beach during the summer months. A mobile unit at the Arena/Banquet Room, 8820 Jubilee NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Municipal Council will hold a public hearing at 7:00 p.m. on Monday, March 3 , 2014 The option of starting by the May long weekend is possible depending on the weather. Road East, Summerland, B.C. to hear representations from members of the public with respect to the ALR Exclusion Application, the ALR Inclusion Application and If interest is shown, the District will also consider another concession tender for concession vending at Peach Orchard Beach and /or Powell Beach. There is no electrical outlet and a mobile unit is required. Official Community Plan Bylaw 2014-002. Written representations to the Council may also be made prior to the hearing, if they are received by regular mail or delivery in Separate tenders outlining the requirements for each operation are available on our website www.summerland.ca or at Municipal Hall during regular working hours. Tenders will be accepted in a sealed envelope until 4pm on Thursday, toHall, the13211 Municipal Office,Box 13211 Henry Avenue, Summerland B.C. or by email addressed to more mfugeta@summerland.ca, in all cases prior to 4:00 p.m. on April 24th atperson Municipal Henry Avenue, 159 Summerland, BC V0H 1Z0. The highest or any V0H tender1Z0 may not necessarily be accepted. For information contact Brenda at 250-494-0447. rd

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Inquiries regarding the ALC applications and the particulars of proposed amendments to the Official Community Plan should be directed to Ian McIntosh at (250) 404-

The District of Summerland proposes to make an application to the Provincial Agricultural Land Commission pursuant to Section 29 of the Agricultural Land Commission Act to exclude from the Agricultural Land Reserve the properties shown imcintosh@summerland.ca. of of the District’s Community Plan, Bylaw 2014-002 related documents thealso Council outlined in red4048 on theor map below and an application pursuant toCopies Section 17 theapplications, Agricultural Landthe Commission Actcurrent to includeOfficial in the Agricultural Land Reserve the properties shown inand green on the map below. The that District proposes may consider in determining whetherPlan to that proceed witha review the applications and the Official Community amendments forinclusions. inspection at the Municipal to consider amendments to the District’s Official Community result from of the urban growth strategy, including amendmentsPlan related to the proposedare ALR available exclusions and The amendments would beOffice, made by adopting Official Community Plan Bylaw 2014-002 which would replace the Official Community Plan inhours its entirety. Thea.m. amendments the Official Community Plan are numerous potentially affect all lands Holidays), in the District.up to and 13211 Henry Avenue, Summerland B.C. during normal business (9:00 to 4:00top.m.), Monday to Friday inclusiveand(excluding Statutory rd

including Monday, 3 Council , 2014.will hold a public hearing at 7:00 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the March Municipal p.m. on Tuesday, April 22nd, 2014 at the Summerland Secondary High School, 9518 Main Street,Immediately Summerland, B.C. from amembers of the house public priortotohear therepresentations Public Hearing, public open with respect to the ALR Exclusion Application, the ALR Inclusion Application and Official be held between 5:00 p.m. and p.m. Community will Plan Bylaw 2014-002. Written representations to the7:00 Council may in also the be Arena/Banquet Room, 8820 Jubilee Road East to enable made prior to the hearing, if they are received by regular mail or delivery in person those to the Municipal Office, 13211 Henry Avenue, Summerlandabout B.C. V0H 1Z0 or by email addressed attending to obtain information the applications and the to mfugeta@summerland.ca, in all cases prior to 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 22nd, 2014. proposed bylaw.

Inquiries regarding the ALC applications and the particulars of proposed amendments to the Official Community Plan should be directed to Ian McIntosh at (250) 404-4048 or imcintosh@summerland. Please note that representations submittedPlan, to the of ca. Copies of the applications, the all District’s current Official Community BylawDistrict 2014-002 Summerland in response this Notice or at the public will and related documents that the Council may to consider in determining whether to hearing proceed with the applications andpart the Official Community Plan amendments are available for inspection at the form of a public record and may be published in a meeting Municipal Office, 13211 Henry Avenue, Summerland B.C. during normal business hours (9:00 a.m. agenda when this matter is before the Council or a Committee of to 4:00 p.m.), Monday to Friday inclusive (excluding Statutory Holidays), up to and including Tuesday, Council. The District considers the author’s name and address April 22nd, 2014.

relevant to Council’s consideration of this matter and will disclose

Please note that all representations submitted to the District of Summerland in response to this this information. Thepart author’s number email Notice or at the public hearing will form of a publicphone record and may beand published in aaddress meeting relevant shouldor not be included if theTheauthor not agenda whenare this not matter is beforeand the Council a Committee of Council. Districtdoes considers the author’s name relevant to Council’s consideration of this matter and will disclose wishand thisaddress personal information to be disclosed. this information. The author’s phone number and email address are not relevant and should not be receive no information representations included if theCouncil author doeswill not wish this personal to be disclosed.from the public

on these matters after the conclusion of the Public

Council will receive no representations from the public on these matters after the Hearing. conclusion of the Public Hearing. Maureen Fugeta Corporate Officer

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Artists consider relocation challenges Construction of new library results in changes for arts centre

cil faces is how to carry on with the many programs it is already committed to this year. “We have a whole range of things hapby Carla McLeod pening this calendar Special to the year that just happen Review to fall smack in the Anyone who has middle of it all, so received an eviction on top of trying to notice knows the run programs we are range of emotions now trying to find one goes through at a house,” explained the thought of having Finnis. He also mentioned the artist in to leave their home. The volunteer residence, Margot members of the Stoltz, who was to Summerland Com- be in the building’s munity Arts Coun- basement studio until cil, a registered non- the first of September profit organization, as being the “first casare currently dealing ualty.” “I know myself with this same situawith the artists; tion. The building they I sign a contract have renovated and with them the year occupied for the past before their shows,” 16 years has been Gibbs said. “It is a sold by the District of legal contract. Now I have to contact them Summerland. Although the dis- and say, guess what trict has allocated guys, we don’t know funds to help them where we’re going to relocate, it has not be and if your show proved to be that is even going to happen.” simple. No matter what “It’s been a really the difficulties this tough slog for the group of volunteers steering committee,” are facing, Gibbs said, said Sue Gibbs, a “We’re going to long-time volunteer keep soldiering on with the organizauntil we all drop. We tion. One of the mem- believe it is important. The alternative is unthink“We have a whole range able to of things happening this us.” calendar year that just A n d w h a t happen to fall smack in that the middle of it all, so on may alternatop of trying to run protive be? grams we are now trying “The alternato find a house.” David Finnis tive is to shut down,” bers on this commit- Finnis said. “It is tee is the council’s tempting to say president, David Fin- we’re just folding. The challenge here nis. “It’s not just phys- is not to succumb to ically relocating us; the negativity after it’s ensuring that the the initial shock. If people doing it don’t we suddenly are all get burned out,” he overwhelmed and stop, the building said. The other conun- will get bulldozed, drum the arts coun- there will be no gal-

A place for arts

Sue Gibbs and David Finnis ponder the future of the Summerland Community Arts Council. The arts council’s present facility has been sold and as a result, the arts council must relocate later this year.

lery. There will be no street banners, no Summer Arts Program for kids, no Art Walk with art in 40 different businesses down town, no Season’s Sparkles for people to come to during the Festival of Lights.” The arts council is grateful to the District of Summerland for recognizing that arts and culture are important to both the quality of life and the economic activity of the community. It is also their wish for those responsible in the decision making process to come and see what they do and to gain a greater understanding of their needs. “We don’t want to be part of a downward spiral. We actually think we could be more of an upward spiral if we were incorporated into what happens in the community,” said Finnis. Gibbs is hoping for

a multi-millionaire to come forward. “I have a wonderful dream. We have this packing house sitting there and I could see that having the library, the museum, the art gallery, an intimate theatre, a dance studio. There’s all that parking space and the loading docks for theatre stuff. It is huge money but we could turn this town into an art oasis,” she said. As it stands now, the deadline for the arts council to have vacated the building is June 30. The last showing scheduled to be hung in the gallery is called, Our Journey Ends Here, which is “incredibly prophetic,” Finnis mused. If you know a positive story about someone in our community, contact Carla McLeod at carlamcleod@shaw.ca or contact the Summerland Review newsroom at 250-494-5406.

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Quest collecting used hearing aids The Quest Society for Hearing and Speech Enhancement in Summerland has finalized plans for the

collection and reconditioning of hearing aids, less than five years old. Collection boxes

are now located in Pharmasave, Medicine Centre and Shoppers Drug Mart.

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On Saturday, April 12 members of the Trout Creek Community Association spent two hours picking up trash along Highway 97 and throughout Trout Creek. They collected around 35 bags of trash, mostly coffee cups, plastic bags and food wrappers. They also picked up an old mattress, a metal bin, pipes and several signs. The municipality will haul the collected garbage to the dump. The Trout Creek Community Association holds two clean-up events each year, in spring and in fall.

Centre on Rosedale Avenue. May is Hearing and Speech Enhancement month. Fundraising and local programs Quest sponsored last year: o Three Summerland students required updated equipment to improve their classroom interaction with teachers, o “You make a difference” program to help families stimulate their hearing and speech impaired child, o Donated teaching aids to School District 67, o Bursaries to two University of British Columbia students o Vivian Hopkins Memorial Bursary at Summerland Secondary School. o Summerland Garden Tour scheduled for June 28 o Bridge Tournament in September o Toonie Tree raffle

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Each May nearly 500 students and their teachers descend upon the small town of Summerland ready to be involved in one of the richest possible learning experiences. Although “Shakefest” (as the students like to call it) focuses on Shakespeare, it covers an array of subjects such as theatre, art, TV and Video, vocal, writing, improvisation, costume design, set design, acting, makeup and directing. By participating in these workshops and learning about the theatrical process the students experience the trans-formative power of theater and the arts. The festival is a community event. Many Summerlanders participate by opening their homes to billet students as well as volunteering throughout the festival. Many of the local businesses provide much needed and appreciated financial support and supplies.

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A cold, snowy return to Toyokoro Last month, I made my annual visit to Summerland, thanks to the Toyokoro Board of Education. It was a very nice, although busy trip but I’m happy to be back home in Toyokoro. While in Summerland, the weather was beautiful, and clear for the most part, so it was quite a shock when I stepped off the plane in Sapporo to

a wall of cold, snowy weather. In Toyokoro, however, the weather is beautiful, and clear even though it snowed last week, it was all but gone by the end the week (shattering my hopes to snowboard one last time.) For this month, I would like to tell you a little tale of what happened when I tried to come back home to Japan. After we got off

the plane, we were reminded once again of the fact that things (even in cities) shut down usually after 8 or 9 p.m. in Japan. Our flight was delayed, so we rushed to make the last train back home to Obihiro but alas, there we stood on the train platform, bags in tow, watching the last train leave. We were mere minutes late, and the train station ter-

minal was practically deserted leaving us with one choice – take a three hour taxi ride to Obihiro, or face missing the first few hours of work the next day. The next day was March 31. This is one of the most important, busiest, and stressful days in Japanese offices for the next day is the start of the new fiscal year, and is the last day for many workers in that particular office. So, needless to say, we couldn’t miss work! Tired, grumpy and disheartened, we convinced a taxi driver to drive us

home through what seemed like the makings of a snowstorm. He happily complied and drove us home. Three hours later, we arrived home, and I gave my first Japanese tip, trying to convince him to buy some coffee before he sleepily started his treacherous journey back home to Sapporo. (One thing worth mentioning is – taxi drivers are some of the friendliest people I’ve met in Japan, along with gas station, and convenience store workers.) The next day I arrived at work, with under six hours of

NOTES FROM TOYOKORO

Anna Marshall sleep, $400 poorer, and, shockingly, not jet-legged. Getting to Canada and back was a pretty hectic journey. I’ve never experienced worse luck traveling, and I hope it stays that way.

But all in all, I’ve never appreciated being home more. Food, family and friends (yes, in that order) made the trip one of the best. Despite such adversity, I am still thankful for my job, and for my life here in Japan. Japanese proverb: Ryuutou dabi – dragon, head, snake, tail (meaning: the beginning is great, and majestic, while the ending is poor and underwhelming.) Anna Marshall is in Summerland’s sister city of Toyokoro, Japan as the assistant English teacher.

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Greber celebrates 100th birthday Charlotte Greber, a longtime resident of Summerland, celebrated her 100th birthday on April 3 at a private function at the Dr. Andrew Pavilion. Her son Gordon Greber and daughter Rita (Hutchinson), with their families and close friends, attended the event and honoured Charlotte for a life of service to her family, her church and her community.

Charlotte was married to Walter Greber and enjoyed 64 years of marriage prior to his death in 1999. The Grebers moved to Trout Creek in 1948 and had their house built at Johnston Street and Fir Avenue. Walter worked from 1952 to 1971. Charlotte worked at Walters Packing House in lower Summerland in the early 1950s and later at the Co-op Packing House off Jubilee later that dec-

ade. They also worked in the local orchards for many years. Those who visit the Dr. Andrew Pavilion will often be treated to Charlotte playing her favourite hymns on the piano. Special thanks to Rick Gay, pastor of Summerland Alliance Church and her pastor for the past 17 years for attending the celebration and praying a special blessing on her life.

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Thursday

Al-Anon offers help to families and friends of alcoholics. Summerland Serenity Group meets Thursdays at 7:30 p.m. in the United Church hall. Call 250-490-9272 for more information. Beavers, Cubs, Scouts and Venturers meet at the Harold Simpson Memorial Youth Centre on Thursday evenings. Beavers meet from 6 to 7 p.m. Cubs meet from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Scouts meet from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Venturers meet from 7:30 to 9 p.m. For

details call Trent at 250494-1990. Come try your hand at an old art made new. The traditional Rug Hookers of the South Okanagan meet every Thursday from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Summerland Art Gallery on Main Street. Visitors always welcome. Lots of supplies available. Try your hand at this timeless art. For more information phone Marilyn at 250-494-6434 or Juliet at 250-494-1278. Euchre is played every second and fourth Thursday at

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1:30 p.m. at the Seniors Drop-in Centre, 9710 Brown St. Lyme Disease support group meets on the second Thursday of the month at 1 p.m. at the A&W in Summerland. Everyone welcome. Pe a c h City Toastmasters meets Thursdays noon to 1 p.m. in Penticton at the United Church on Main and Eckhardt, Room 202. Call 250-486-5313. Seniors’ volleyball at the Youth Centre beginning at 10 a.m. every Tuesday and Thursday. For additional information call Jane or Frank at 250-494-4666. Summerland Material Girls Quilt Guild meets the second and fourth Thursday of the month from September to May at 9 a.m. at the Harold Simpson Memorial Youth Centre, 9111 Peach Orchard Rd. For more information call Doris Flynn at 250-494-7262 or Annie Smirmaul at 250-4942286. Summerland Sportsmen’s Association meets every third Thursday of the month at 7:30 p.m. at Summerland Legion. The SSA focuses on fishing, shooting, hunting, archery and conservation and is affiliated with the B.C. Wildlife Federation. New members welcome. The Rug Hooking Circle meets every second and fourth Thursday of the month from noon to 3 p.m. at Leir House Arts and Cultural Centre, 220 Manor Park Ave., Penticton. Practice a traditional Canadian art form in a group setting. Host is certified teacher, fibre artist and published contributor Angela Possak. 250767-0206 or online rughookingteacher.ca. The Summerland Multiple Sclerosis Group meets on the first Thursday of every month at 10:30 a.m. at the MS office, 3373 Skaha Rd., Penticton. Everyone welcome. For more information call Sherry at 250-493-6564. TOPS BC #725 Summerland meets every Thursday in the lower level of the Seniors’ Drop-in Centre, 9710 Brown St. Weigh-in is from 5:30 to 6 p.m. and is followed by a meeting. For more information call Marlene Vancha at 250-494-9565.

Friday

Bridge is played every Friday at 1 p.m. at the Seniors’ Drop-In Centre, 9710 Brown St.

Phone 250-494-8164. Cribbage is played every Friday at 1:30 p.m. at the Seniors’ Drop-in Centre, 9710 Brown St. Pleasure Painters meet every Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Harold Simpson Memorial Youth Centre, 9111 Peach Orchard Rd. Come and enjoy or check it out. Drop-ins welcome. The 890 Wing of the South Okanagan Air Force Association of Canada have a gettogether every Friday night from 4 p.m. at the clubhouse at 126 Dakota Ave. in Penticton. New members are welcome. For more information, phone Fred Monteith at 250-497-8490. Birthright, serving the South Okanagan, has Friday drop in from 10 a.m. to noon at 200 Bennett St. in Penticton. This weekly program provides light snacks and an opportunity to build friendships, share life skills and participate in baby item swaps. Please contact Sandy Mikkelsen at 250-492-4901 for more information.

Sunday

DivorceCare is for all who are suffering from the difficulties resulting from separation or divorce. Meeting at Summerland Baptist Church just inside the Victoria St. entrance on Sundays 5 to 7 p.m. A free course is offered. Please call 250-4943313 or just walk in. Vintage Car Club, South Okanagan Chapter, meets the last Sunday of every month at 2 p.m. in the Youth Centre on Peach Orchard Road. Anyone interested in vintage cars (those 25 years or older) is invited to attend. For more information on the club phone 250-494-5473.

Monday

Beginner Tai Chi on Mondays at 2 p.m. at the Summerland Legion. Continuing classes at 2:30 p.m. All proceeds go to the Legion. Dabber Bingo is played at the Senior Drop-in Centre, 9710 Brown St., every Monday at 1:30 p.m. 16 regular games, Lucky 7, Odd/Even, Bonanza. Everyone is welcome. License #832873. Men — Love to Sing? Okanagan Christian Men’s Choir. This nondenominational choir invites you to join us, have fun, sing unto the Lord and enjoy the fellowship of other singers. Mondays 7 to

S 9 p.m. at Summerland Baptist Church, Fireside Room. For more information contact Hans at 250-494-7127. The South Okanagan Orchid Society meets the third Monday of the month at 7 p.m. at the Shatford Centre in Penticton. The group meets September to June. For more information, contact Joan at 250-494-4293. The Summerland Crokinole Club meets Monday nights at 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Summerland Seniors Centre. Contact Darlene at 250-494-9310.

Tuesday

Bridge games at St. Stephen’s Church Hall on Tuesdays beginning at 1 p.m. New players are always welcome. Refreshments served. Call 250-494-6116 or 250-494-5363. Dementia Caregiver Support Group — Are you providing care or support for someone dealing with Alzheimer’s or another dementia? Please join us at our Summerland meeting to explore how we can assist you. The meetings are held on the third Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Summerland IOOF Hall, 9536 Main St. Call Laurie Myres at 250-493-8182 or email lmyres@alzheimerbc.org. South Okanagan Genealogical Society is open on Tuesdays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Penticton Library Museum building. Contact Nola Reid at 250-492-0751. Summerland Caregiver Group meets on the first and third Tuesday of every month from 1:30 to 3:00 p.m. at the Summerland Health Centre. Call Julie Steele at 250-404-8072 for further information. Quest Society of Summerland meets on the third Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. in the meeting room at 9700 Brown St. (Parkdale Place). For more information phone Marilyn Topham at 250-4946434 or Joan Lansdell at 778-476-0596. Summerland Farmers’ Market in Memorial Park, Wharton Street, every Tuesday April through October, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. For information call Paul at 250-494-0540. Summerland Kiwanis Club meets the first and third Tuesday of each month at the Kiwanis Lodge on Quinpool at 6 p.m. New members are welcome. Contact Tom Jacques at

Thursday, April 17, 2014 Summerland Review 250-494-4339. Summerland VIP (Visually Impaired Persons) members and friends meet the second Tuesday of the month at Parkdale Lounge. The Mental Wellness Centre, Summerland Branch, will be open the first, third and fourth Tuesdays, 10 a.m. to noon at the Summerland United Church. Inquiries welcome. The Summerland Multiple Sclerosis Group joins the Penticton MS Group every Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. for a coffee social at the Cherry Lane Mall Food Court. Whist is played on the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month at 7 p.m. at the Seniors Drop-In Centre, 9710 Brown St.

Wednesday

B.C. Government Retired Employees’ Association monthly meeting, Wednesday, April 23 at 10 a.m. in the Penticton Library theatre room. Sherril Foster, author, will be speaking on “A Steady Lens — Life of Pioneer Mary Spencer.” Be.Free, a 12-step Christ-centred recovery program that is not addiction specific, meets every Wednesday at Summerland Alliance Church at 7 p.m. For more information contact the SAC office at 250-494-9975 and ask to speak to Pastor Rick. Did you know Summerland has a Garden Club? Meetings are casual. Gardening experience varies. All gardeners are welcome. They meet the third Wednesday of the month. Contact Jan Carlson at 250-494-5112 for more information. Summerland Air Cadets parade Wednesday nights, 18:15 to 21:30 hours at Harold Simpson Memorial Youth Centre, 9111 Peach Orchard Rd. All youth aged 12 to 18 welcome. Call the Air Cadet office at 250494-7988. Summerland Art Club meets every Wednesday, September to June, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the lower level of the Summerland Library on Wharton Street. Painters of all levels are welcome. Workshops available. For information call Mary at 250-494-5851. Summerland ATV Club meets on the first Wednesday of every month at 7 p.m. at the Summerland Library lower level. The club promotes respon-

sible ridership including registration, insurance, safety certification and scheduled pleasure rides. Membership includes orchardists, farmers, ranchers and fun seekers of all ages including those with disabilities. The Summerland Badminton Club plays every Wednesday at 7 p.m. all year. Shaun at 250-494-1513.

Upcoming

Monday, Wednesday and Friday of each week, Recope Society of Summerland offers medically supervised water therapy and land exercise programs helpful to clients with various medical conditions, such as joint replacements, stroke, back problems, arthritis, to name just a few. A medical referral is required. Call Maureen at 250-494-9006. Parenting the Love and Logic Way. This six-session parenting program will be presented by independent facilitator, Sharon Otke, on Thursdays, April 3 to May 8, 6 to 8 p.m. at St. John’s Lutheran Church. Contact 250-494-9309 for more information or to register. Summerland Bakers is a new, fun baking club where it doesn’t matter if it didn’t turn out perfectly; we’ll eat it anyway! We meet monthly to share our creations, eat, laugh and take home heaps of leftovers. Email Sophia at pleasebringcake@ gmail.com for more information or join Summerland Bakers on Facebook. Summerland Horseshoe Club is looking for new members. Practices are held in Memorial Park on Tuesday and Thursday evenings at 6 p.m. Call Laura Williams at 250-494-3094. The Kinette Club’s fourth annual rubber ducky race will be on Saturday, May 10, 11 a.m. at the Penticton river channel. Children’s event at the finish line. For more info, call Jan at 250-328-2042. The South Okanagan Rehabilitation Centre for Owls, 8965 Hwy. 97, Oliver will hold its annual open house and the grand opening of the new clinic on Sunday, May 4 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Ribbon cutting ceremony at 11 a.m. by Lt.-Gov. Judith Guichon. This is the only day Socro is open to the public. Entry by donation. Visit www.sorco.org for more information.

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Principals compete in Giant’s Head Run

Training for a run

Three Summerland principals will take part in a friendly competition in the 5.4-kilometre Giant’s Head Run during Action Festival. From left are Darcy Mullin of Giant’s Head Elementary School, Cal Johnson of Summerland Montessori School and Jeff Redden of Trout Creek Elementary School.

SCOREBOARD Golf Summerland Golf and Country Ladies Club

On Tuesday, April 8, the Summerland Golf and Country Ladies Club began the 2014 season. The course is in great condition and the weather sunny and warm. The Stableford method was used to score the round. Results: First Pat Gartrell, 42; second Lynne Karaim and Diana Leitch, 39; third Ruth Daviduk and Betsy McAndrew, 38.

Sumac Ridge Golf Club Senior Men

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The Sumac Ridge Golf Club Senior Men played on April 9. Results: Low gross Gerry Bryant, 36. Low net Bob Webb, 28. Closest to pin Maurice Wood. Longest putt Bob Smyth.

Three Summerland principals will lace up their shoes in a friendly competition in the 5.4-kilometre Giant’s Head Run in early June. Cal Johnson, principal of Summerland Montessori School; Darcy Mullin, principal of Giant’s Head Elementary School and Jeff Redden, principal of Trout Creek Elementary School will take part in the run during the Summerland Action Festival. Two other Summerland principals had planned to take part, but are unable to do so because of injuries. Joanne Malar, program coordinator with the municipal recreation department, said the principals’ presence should help to encourage others to participate in the run. “The principals are leaders in their schools,” she said. “I’m really excited to get them involved.” The elementary schools have running programs in place for their stu-

dents. For those who would like to try the run but have not been active, Malar said training is available. There are numerous training resources available online. There is also a training program offered through the recreation department each Monday and Thursday from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. The program, 10-Week Giant’s Head Run Prep Class, started March 31 and continues until June 5 at the Aquatic and Fitness Centre Meeting Room. Those still interested in joining will be charged a pro-rated fee. The training program is a mix of walking and running, based on skill level, with a warm up and cool down. The Giant’s Head Run has a 5.4-kilometre loop and a 10-kilometre loop. It will take place on Saturday, June 7 at 6 p.m., beginning on Wharton Street near the Summerland Library.

Athletes win at karate tournament The Taneda Dojo had some students who did very well at the Chito-Ryu Friendship Tournament this past Saturday in Penticton. Simonka Slizek, 14, was awarded the female grand champion cup at the tournament. She won gold med-

als in kumite, individual kata and team kata. Micka Becker, 12, received the Senpai Julie inspirational award. Caitlyn Riddle, 10, received the sportsmanship trophy. All of these athletes are from Summerland.

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The Summerland Credit Union presented the Summerland Badminton Club with prizes for its youth badminton club. The badminton club will hold a fundraising banquet on May 3. From left are Summerland Badminton Club president Audie Yastremski, credit union staff members Shelley McEwen and Herlinda Burt and Summerland Badminton Club past president Danny Evanishen.

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Erna CARLSON September 29, 1934 – April 7, 2014 Erna was born in Watrous, Saskatchewan the second child of Aaron and Barbara Martens. She lived on the family homestead and travelled by horse to and from school at Xena. After grade 8 Erna went to school in Watrous with her sisters Sarah and Elsie, boarding in town on weekdays and returning to the family farm to spend time with brother Ed and little Bonnie on weekends and holidays. Erna was a switchboard operator with Saskatchewan Telephones before marrying Bill Carlson in 1955. Erna and Bill moved to Melville in 1965 where they raised their children, Joanne, Keith and Rodney. Erna maintained a huge garden that sustained the family of five year-round. Once the children had grown she worked as a care aid at the Lutheran Home. After Bill died in 1990, Erna moved to Summerland where she soon became involved with the Seniors’ Centre and filled her days with volunteer work. She took a round-the-world-tour in 1993 and treated her seven grandchildren to a week in Disney World in 1999. Erna will be remembered as a keen card player, an avid walker and generous friend. Thank you to Dr. Bannerman and the staff at Kelly Care and the Summerland Seniors’ Village for the exceptional care extended to Erna as she lived her final years with Lewy Body Disease. Graveside service will be held in Watrous, Saskatchewan in June where Erna will rest forever beside Bill.

LITTLE George Edward Terrence It is with profound sadness that we announce that our beloved husband, father and grandpa George Little passed away peacefully on April 6, 2014 at Penticton after fighting General Hospital aft er bravely fi ghting a sudden but brief illness. George was born April 17, 1944 in Geraldton, Ontario to William and Audrey Little. He spent his youth in Ontario and Winnipeg, where he became a journeyman electrician, and later ran his father’s electrical contracting company. They He met his love, Mavis Little, in Winnipeg. Th ey married in 1967 and spent 47 happy and full years together. George and Mavis moved to Penticton in 1971, joining George’s parents, his sister They and her family in the beautiful Okanagan Valley. Th ey all enjoyed a rich and fun family life together. George worked as a manager for many years with his mentor, Phil Cooper, at Cooper and Gibbard Electric. George opened G. Little Electric in 1985, expanding the company to include alarm and HVAC installation and commercial building rentals. George’s daily goal was to provide excellent service and to create good, family-supporting jobs for the many talented people he valued so much at his company. George was an outgoing and civic-minded person who actively volunteered countless hours in his community and industry. He served as President of the Southern Interior Construction Association and Penticton Industrial Development Association. He also served on the Boards of the BC Construction Association, Southern Okanagan Construction Association, Penticton and Wine Country Chamber of Commerce, Valley First Credit Union, Community Foundation of the South Okanagan, S.S. Sicamous Restoration Society and the Electrical Safety Advisory Board of BC. He was an active and passionate volunteer with the BC Liberals, the Penticton Junior A hockey team and was a long-time volunteer for the Ironman race. George was a great storyteller and had a keen interest in public life and all levels offer of politics. He had a generous spirit, and was quick to off er help to all, and fisherman share a smile and a laugh. George was an avid fi sherman and boater, both in the Okanagan and in the waters of Nootka Sound. He enjoyed his many friends, and shared lunch every day for 15 years with all his closest buddies at the corner table of Debbie’s Diner. George’s most treasured role was as grandfather to his beloved grandson, Joshua, with whom he spent countless hours of fun and laughter at the coast and in Penticton, especially at the “shop.” George was predeceased by his parent’s, Bill and Audrey Little, and sister Maureen Franz (Ron Franz). He will be greatly missed by his remaining family: his loving wife Mavis, daughter Tamara Little (Tom Syer) and grandson Joshua of Vancouver and daughter Debbie Little (Jari Solin) of Penticton. He also leaves nephews Geoff Franz (Penticton) and Kelly Franz (Squamish) and niece Rebecca Franz (Powell River). All are welcome to attend a celebration of George’s life which will be held 2 pm, Saturday, May 3, 2014 at the Penticton Convention Centre. flowers Donations in lieu of fl owers will be gratefully accepted at the Dragonfly Dragonfly Pond dragonflypondsociety.com. Family Society, dragonfl ypondsociety.com. Condolences can be sent to the family by visiting www.Hansonsfuneral.ca.

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HIGHWAY OWNER OPERATORS $3500 SIGNING BONUS Van Kam’s Group of Companies requires Highway linehaul Owner Operators based in our Kelowna terminal for runs throughout BC and Alberta. Applicants must have winter and mountain, driving experience/ training. We offer above average rates and an excellent employee beneﬁts package.

To join our team of professional drivers, email a detailed resume, current driver’s abstract & details of your truck to: careers@vankam.com Call 604-968-5488 Fax: 604-587-9889 Only those of interest will be contacted. Van-Kam is committed to Employment Equity and Environmental Responsibility.

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The Summerland Asset Development Initiative is hiring an enthusiastic student with their full driver’s license to coordinate the Summerland Fruit Tree Project from May through August. All interested applicants must be enrolled in school next fall in order to be considered for this position. The successful applicant will coordinate volunteers to help pick, distribute and process fruit from local trees to be used by organizations and individuals in need in the Summerland area. Skills required include great organizational skills, ability to work on own and within a team, ability to use Microsoft Office applications, and the ability to be flexible. The applicant must provide a clean driver’s abstract and criminal record check. For more information, contact Alyson at sadiadmin@shaw.ca

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The Summerland Museum is looking for an enthusiastic student for an 11 week position as Summer History Program Leader/Archives Assistant from June 3 to August 16. Applicants should enjoy working with children and have an interest in history. For a complete job description, go to www.summerlandmuseum.org Deadline for applications is May 15th, 2014.

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We currently have an opening for a sales person to help us with our paid distribution newspapers across B.C. This position means getting out in the community and talking to subscribers about our newspapers and working to build stronger relationships with existing readers of our newspapers. It also includes finding new subscribers for our newspapers and helping introduce them our award winning host of community newspapers. This is not a year-around position and will run from March to October each year. We offer a spectacular compensation package and bonus incentives. Your own vehicle is required, but we cover all travel expenses. This is really a great opportunity for the right person. It is a different type of job, but definitely has different types of rewards. If you feel this position would be the perfect fit for you, then we would love to hear from you. Please email all enquiries to Michelle Bedford at circulation@trailtimes.ca.

Reliable, flexible person required for a part time housekeeping position (three days per week) for an 83 unit Supportive Living complex. Responsible for all aspects of providing weekly housekeeping services, including laundry. Previous experience working in a senior’s facility setting an asset. Information package & job description, available by email: parkdaleinfo@ shaw.ca or phone: (250) 494-1161, Monday-Friday, 9am to 1pm. Submit a reply with cover letter, resume and references to 100–9302 Angus Street, Summerland, B.C. V0H 1Z5 or fax to: (250) 494-1137 or email: parkdaleadmin@shaw.ca Closing date April 22nd, 2014 Visit our website: www.parkdaleplace.ca

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The above notice was to have been cancelled prior to publishing. Black Press apologizes for any inconvenience this may have caused.

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10927 Prior Place, Fri, Apr 18 & Sat, Apr 19, 8am-1pm. Antiques, china, silverware, misc. Moving, downsizing. Sat, Apr 19, 9am-1pm, no early birds. Something for everyone. Bring change; priced to sell! 12607 Shannon Cr (behind Seniors Village). Wright Ave annual block-long yard sale Saturday, April 19, 8:30am - 1pm.

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Misc. Wanted Collectors Currently Buying: Coin Collections, Antiques, Native Art, Old Silver, Paintings, Jewellery etc. We Deal with Estates 250-499-0251 STEEL BUILDINGS/metal buildings 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-4572206 or visit us online www.crownsteelbuildings.ca. We pay cash! Bring in your unwanted jewelry, gold dental crowns, silverware, war medals, Canadian and US silver coins to Summerland Gold and Silver Exchange. 13209 Victoria Road. Locally owned and operated. 778-516-5888.

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Earth Week tours set The Summerland Museum will be hosting two walking tours for Earth Week. On Tuesday, April 22 there will be a tour of historic Lowertown. It begins at 11 a.m. at the Waterfront Resort and includes a guided tour of the marsh, the fish hatchery, many of the historic houses, lunch at the resort and

presentations of the resort’s geothermal operations and historic photographs of Lowertown. There is a cost for this tour. This event is limited to the first 20 people. Call the museum at 250-494-9395 to reserve. The second tour is of Prairie Valley and takes place on Wednesday, April 23. It is a walking tour along

the Trans-Canada Trail. The walk is relatively flat. The tour will include some local First Nations history, geology, early Summerland history including Millionaires’ Row and Sam McGee (Cremation of Sam McGee.) It starts at the rodeo grounds at 1 p.m. There is no cost for this tour.

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100th birthday

With his wife Nancy by his side, Frank Toews celebrated his 100th birthday at the Summerland Seniors’ Village on April 9. This fall, they will mark their 77th anniversary.

Open House Sat April 19 @ 10 am 10202 Happy Valley Rd

Exhibit addresses bullying Amanda Todd, Reteah Parsons. Sadly familiar names. But not for good reasons. In dying these two young women helped awaken people to the pervasive and damaging impact of bullying in our society. We all know people who have been bullied. Perhaps ourselves. In our community Summerland Bully Free was formed in order to enhance the quality of life in Summerland by creating, supporting and promoting initiatives that advocate for a bully free community. Summerland Bully Free in conjunction with the Summerland Community Arts Council joined forces on a project that invited artists from as far away as Vancouver to submit works for Outlines, Artwork inspired by Bullying. This show, which explores the issue of bullying opens Thursday, April 17 at the Summerland Art Gallery. The works you will see tell stories about being different. And about embracing that difference and wearing it with pride. The works are challenging and thought

ARTS PALETTE

David Finnis provoking and will be on display at the Summerland Art Gallery until Saturday, May 3. Sadly, no life is untouched by bullies. We’ve seen them and we’ve been them. The issue of bullying is so pervasive that both the Penticton Art Gallery and the Summerland Art Gallery have shows focussing on this issue. Styx ‘n’ Stones will be at the Penticton Art Gallery until May 11. The title of the Penticton show takes its key from the old rhyme sticks and stones…. but replaces sticks with the mythical Greek version Styx which was the river that separates the world of the living from the world of the dead. Styx it is said winds around Hades (hell) nine times. Its name comes from the Greek word

stugein, which means words, can be felt in hate. Styx: the river art. of hate. If you know of an A fitting reinter- event you feel should pretation on the age be included in the old rhyme sticks and Arts Palette or on the stones may break my Arts Council’s online bones, but names will calendar, please email never hurt me …. of artspalette@summercourse they do. landarts.com or call If you think you 250-404-3225. haven’t been affected The Arts Palette by bullying, come is written by David to the Summerland Finnis, Publicity Art Gallery from Chair and President April 17 to May 3 of the Summerland to be touched by art Community Arts based on this theme. Council, 9533 Main (MJHP TZY \JJPQ^ Ć^JWX What can’t be said in St.

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Did you know?… In the future, cars may not be built and assembled at automotive warehouses and factories full of automated robots. They may be the product of more eﬃcient manufacturing thanks to 3D printing, which can produce relatively inexpensive, light and eﬃcient automobiles. One pioneer, Jim Kor, founder of the Urbee 2, a 3D-printed vehicle, made a threewheel, two-passenger vehicle with plastic through Fused Deposition Modeling, or FDM. This involves spraying molten

polymer layer by layer to build the car chassis. The entire car, which is roughly 10 feet long, took about 2,500 hours to build. What would normally be several pieces of metal and other components in a traditional car is now made from fewer and larger pieces that result in a lighter vehicle. And a car with less weight can use fuel more eﬃciently. Vehicles that are made through 3D printing may be the wave of the future, potentially revolutionizing automobile construction

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