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MONSTER SHOW — Driver Gabe Montoya has a great vantage point from the tire of this monster fire truck parked at the new downtown Burger 55 location Wednesday. This vehicle and many others will be in town this weekend for the Monster X Tour at the South Okanagan Events Centre with shows scheduled for Friday at 7:30 p.m. and Saturday at 1:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.

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Penticton Minor Hockey Association is apparently out more than $300,000 and reports its former treasurer is to blame. In a statement issued Thursday, PMHA said it had “fallen victim to a sophisticated embezzlement scheme” allegedly carried out by Sandy Elder, who handled the organization’s finances from 2001 to July 2013, when she died of cancer. A forensic audit allegedly found evidence that $315,650 was “misappropriated” between May 2010 and April 2013 through altered cheques, falsified receipts and records, plus cash transactions for referee payments and concession revenue. PMHA president Bruce Judd declined comment and referred questions to lawyer Erik Lund. The statement said Judd became suspicious after Elder died and called in a forensic auditor, but decided not to make the matter public until after the investigation. “Now that the investigation is complete, litigation is expected to commence against Ms. Elder’s estate,” Lund said in the statement, which noted the RCMP have also been alerted. “In cases such as these, it can be very difficult for victims to locate and execute on sufficient funds or assets. It is an unfortunate reality of the legal world that you can’t get blood from a stone ... At this point it is unclear how Elder has (allegedly) disposed of the funds.” At least one PMHA member knew nothing of the matter before being told

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Thursday about the press release. “This is the first I’ve heard,” said atom coach Tony Orioli. When told of the amount missing, he said, “Oh, wow. That’s unfortunate.” The Western News learned of the investigation in January, but Judd denied it at that time. “Whoever told you that is wrong. If you print it, you’re wrong. You would be liable for being sued,” he said. At a closed-door meeting in October 2013, the PMHA board of directors earmarked $25,000 for what the meeting minutes describe as an “investigation of a current legal matter.” Sources said the cash was set aside for a lawsuit involving the missing money, but Judd denied that too. “We put that in for a contingency for the future because we had an accident in October with a player. We might be sued,” he said in January. The minutes for the October 2013 meeting also show the board that night acted on a recommendation from Scotiabank that only executive members be granted signing authority. PMHA apparently tightened up its cash handling procedures in other ways this past season. In his year-end report for 2013-14, vice-president Paul DeShane noted that following Elder’s death, “I invested significant time supporting the extraordinary efforts of the president in sustaining the financial aspect of operations, recovering and organizing records as well as implementing changes to internal processes and control.” Elder’s family couldn’t be reached for comment.

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Charges finally laid in boating death Kristi Patton

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Criminal charges have finally been laid almost three years after Marco Corbin was killed while tubing on Osoyoos Lake. Ryan William Symington, who was 27 at the time of the alleged incident, has been charged with impaired driving causing death, dangerous driving causing death, failure to stop at an accident, care or control of a vessel with over .08 and attempt to obstruct justice. Bob Corbin, the deceased’s father, said as the process has dragged on since his son was killed on Aug. 16, 2011, it has brought his family to its knees. “Horror, hell, absolute hell,” he said. “It has affected us financially, my marriage, his two younger siblings to which he was a role model to. He was a pillar within our house and we have been decimated by it.” Marco, who grew up in Mission was vacationing in the South Okanagan with friends at the time of the incident. It was near sunset on Aug. 16, 2011 on Osoyoos Lake when the 18-year-old, who was being pulled behind a boat on a tube, was struck by another vessel. He was rushed back to shore where paramedics and bystanders tried in vain to revive him. Court documents Mounties filed to obtain search warrants include Const. Joseph Bayda writing that Symington was taken to the Os-

MArco corbin was killed while tubing on osoyoos Lake in the summer of 2011. charges have been laid almost three years later against an Alberta man who allegedly was impaired while driving the boat that crashed into corbin. Submitted Photo

oyoos RCMP detachment around 11 p.m. on Aug. 16, 2011 and boat operator “appeared to be under the influence of alcohol.” Breath samples were taken about an hour later and the application states Symington’s blood-alcohol level was twice the legal limit. After spending the night in jail and being advised of his rights, Symington told Bayda he was driving the boat at the time of the incident and said that although he saw the other vessel, he did not see the tube behind it. Symington also told the officer he didn’t realize at first

that he had hit anything, and later became scared when he learned someone had been injured, Bayda wrote. Witness statements given to police were not sworn and cannot be considered as reliable court testimony. One person on Symington’s boat told police the sun was going down when she spotted another boat with a green light visible coming towards them. She said both boats were going fast and she saw the tube just before Symington hit it. According to the court documents, the witness told police Sym-

ington initially did not want to go back to the scene after the accident and said “don’t call the cops.” The witness said Symington relented and along with two others they swam over to the other boat to offer help. She also said occupants of the tow boat were throwing beer cans into the lake as they headed for shore. The driver of the boat pulling Corbin, Cole Delorme, said he noticed the other boat when it was 10 metres away and he “pinned it” to try to get the tube clear. He said he knew he should have had a spotter but didn’t, and that he shouldn’t be towing people after dark. Delorme said the other boat did not have any lights visible. A breathalyser test on Delorme showed no alcohol in his system, according to Bayda’s written report. The deceased’s father said it seems like an “open and closed” case to him, but years later the family is still waiting. While he has not been able to bring himself to return to the area, other members of the Corbin family have. “All I have been trying to do is hold my family together through this. My son was knocked down at the peak of his life by an (alleged) reckless drunk driver and that person has spent one day in jail in the past three years. Meanwhile, we are hanging on by our nails, so to speak,” said Bob. The death has rocked his two younger sons’ lives, he said. Marco was a student athlete, a provincial

track champion, had scholarships for post-secondary engineering courses, and was well-known in the Lower Mianland as part of a band with his younger siblings. “Their brother was a role model to them and it has affected them hugely. One of them dropped out of school and just other stuff that wasn’t going to happen. It made this whole cascade of events happen as a result. “We are not just grieving a loss; it has affected the directions of these young boys’ lives. This cascade of events has been catastrophic for the family,” said Bob. Crown counsel spokesperson Neil Mackenzie said the court proceedings are in the preliminary stages still. Bob said if there is a trial there is no question that he will be in attendance. “I want to see this person faceto-face,” he said. A Transport Canada boating safety officer told the Western News at the time that Osoyoos Lake had the lowest compliance rate of any Interior lake they visited in 2010. “I don’t want to hear about this kind of stuff happening again. Drinking and boating has gone hand-in-hand for so long. People don’t treat it the same as a vehicle. They think they are on vacation and they are in a boat so it is OK. It is a rampant issue,” said Bob. Symington is scheduled back in Penticton court on May 28.

Proposed Kinney Avenue development puts school board in the middle Joe Fries

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School trustees are being careful not to pick sides ahead of an upcoming public hearing on an effort to change a Penticton property’s land-use designation from parkland to residential. City council will consider the request to repurpose 175 Kinney Avenue at a meeting on Monday night. An engineering firm acting on behalf of the property owners contacted the Okanagan Skaha School District in advance to seek confirmation that local schools would be able to accommodate any children who move into a residential development on the site.

Malcolm McNaughton, a planner from Epcora Engineering and Resource Group, told the school district the Kinney Avenue owners have plans that show a single-family home on the site could be knocked down and replaced with three four-storey condominium buildings with a total of 75 units, plus 15 atgrade townhomes. However, “there is no developer on board (and) no plans to move forward with construction of any kind,” he noted in the April email, because the property owners are simply seeking to rezone and redesignate the property to help it sell. The 9,100-square-metre site, valued this year by BC Assessment at $1.5 million, is next door to Parkway Elementary, which was

68 kids over its 200-student capacity as of March 31. Trustee Ginny Manning suggested the school board send Epcora a “general, overarching letter” to confirm only that the district would figure out a way to take in any children living in the development, if and when it goes ahead. “From my perspective, I appreciate they have asked and considered the school district. It doesn’t always happen,” Manning said. A report on the rezoning application prepared by city staff noted the property owners met with neighbours in October and received 63 responses, some of which included concerns about increased traffic and loss of view. Trustee Tracy St. Claire said the district

ought to make its feelings known on issues like traffic, but refrain from weighing in on larger land-use issues. “As to whether we have a comment as to whether it’s parkland or medium-density (residential), I don’t think that’s within our purview,” she said. At Monday’s meeting, the committee also received a request from the builder of Skaha Hills to confirm that busing would be available for students who eventually move into that 600-home development. Facilities director Doug Gorcak said there is already a school-bus stop below the development near the highway, and as families move in, the district would consider adding a route through the new community.

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Another group has expressed interest in taking control of Challenge Penticton. Kevin Cutjar and Michael Brown announced this week they intend to build on their experience in the race community to put in a bid to operate the race in 2015. Cutjar is a former professional triathlete who now coaches the sport in Penticton, while Brown owns and manages the Great White North Triathlon in Stony Plain, Alta. “Mike and I have extensive experience on many levels in the endurance sport industry. We are well known in the broader triathlon community for providing high quality events and services,” Cutjar said in a statement.

“We both feel that with a focus on hosting a fun, safe and fair event, with exceptional value for athletes, Challenge Penticton will quickly gain popularity and become an event Penticton will be proud of.” Meanwhile, the first group to express an interest in assuming control of the race is preparing to make another announcement. Steve Brown and Bruce Schoenne had a press conference tentatively scheduled for Thursday to announce a “major development,” but the event was put off until a later date for unspecified reasons. Challenge Penticton is currently overseen by the volunteer Penticton Triathlon Race Society, but the city, which owns the licence to operate the race, announced in March it would seek expressions of insterest from private sector groups to assume control.

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Politicians eager to meet popular mayor Calgary Mayor Naheed Nenshi expected to share insights into connecting with constituents on his first ever visit to Penticton Joe Fries

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One of Canada’s most popular politicians is expected to spend the first part of the weekend in Penticton after delivering a talk Thursday night to peers on this side of the Rocky Mountains. Calgary Mayor Naheed Nenshi said in a telephone interview Thursday morning the theme of his keynote speech at the Southern Interior Local Government Association convention would be leadership during times of adversity. “I don’t do speakers’ circuits, but after the flood (last year in southern Alberta), a number of municipalities in different parts of the country have asked for some best practices because Calgary’s management really worked well at that time, so I was happy to take this one on,” he said. Nenshi took office in 2010 and was reelected to a second term in October 2013 with 74 per cent of the popular vote, a tally that impressed some of his peers.

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“To have somebody who’s a mayor of a major city who is actually popular with his constituents is unique,” said Helena Konanz, a Penticton city councillor who helped orga-

nize the four-day SILGA convention that concludes Friday. Konanz said she was eager to hear Nenshi’s outlook on politics and governing, and

how he keeps in touch with everyday issues while managing a big city. “I think that once you start governing it would be easy to get detached from your constituents, and I think he’s able to stay connected to them,” she said. “I think that’s something we could all learn.” Nenshi, who has 171,000 followers on Twitter and regularly interacts with people through social media, said he’s uncomfortable with celebrity status. “It’s totally weird. I’m just a nerdy university professor who loves politics,” he said, adding though that he planned to discuss with SILGA delegates some insights he has gained into public relations. “We have figured some things out in Calgary around civic engagement, around plugging into the community in a really authentic way, and I’m really happy to share that with anyone who’s interested in hearing it, but particularly people in local government. “When you’re a city councillor in a smaller place, it can be a pretty thankless job and I think the rewards are extraordinary,” Nenshi said. The mayor noted he was excited to see Penticton for the first time and hoped to take in some of the sights before heading back to Calgary on Saturday.

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Canada needs foreign workers The temporary foreign worker program is unfair to Canadian and foreign workers. This controversy has been an ongoing issue for more than two years. It reared its head again two weeks ago when three Victoria McDonald’s Restaurant locations had hired foreign workers in place of Canadians. Last week, Employment Minister Jason Kenney suspended the food industry’s access to the program, pending a review, amid allegations of rule breaking. It’s easy to suggest the federal government should let free market forces of supply and demand address shortfalls in the labour market. The only problem is Canada doesn’t have enough workers and the situation is only going to get worse without opening the doors to more immigrants. At the moment, one in six Canadian employers is reporting “shortage of un/semi-skilled labour” as a major business problem; nearly a third are reporting “shortage of skilled labour.” Unemployment is near or below what is conventionally considered “zero” in every province west of Ontario (and that’s after the foreign workers have raised those unemployment rates a percentage point, as one recent study suggests). The simplistic solution to the problem is to raise the minimum wage to encourage Canadians to lineup and take those jobs, but that won’t wash well with business owners, nor will it help in the long term. As Canadians age (watch out, the Baby Boomers are beginning to retire), workers and taxPENTICTON dollars willWESTERN be needed more than ever to keep the country aﬂoat. Those who say “Canadian jobs are for Canadians” are right, but what if there aren’t enough Canadians to ﬁll those jobs – or want jobs? Immigration is the only answer. - Black Press

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Israel: The ‘A’ word is coming out again Hillary Clinton would never have used the word when she was U.S. Secretary of State, because she still has presidential ambitions. John Kerry, the current Secretary of State, has no further ambitions in that direction, which may be why he dared to use the words “apartheid” and “Israel” in the same sentence. Or maybe he just didn’t realize that the world would hear about it. Kerry spoke last week to a group of high-ranking ofﬁcials from the US, Europe and Japan known as the Trilateral Commission about the failure of his year-long attempt to revive the “peace talks” between Israel and the Palestinians. Somebody at the meeting secretly recorded his comments, which were published by the Daily Beast on Monday, and suddenly he was in very hot water. What he said was that the long-sought “two-state solution” was the only real alternative to a “unitary” Israeliruled state that included all the territory between the Jordan river and the Mediterranean Sea – and ruled over millions

of Palestinians in the territories that have been under Israeli military occupation since 1967. Those Palestinians, most of whom cannot remember a time when they did not live under Israeli control, have no political rights within Israel. The two-state solution, under negotiation off and on for the past 20 years, would give them a state of their own, but most people had despaired some time ago of getting Israel to agree to an independent Palestine. Kerry had not, so he was surprised and disappointed when his efforts came to naught. That was why he blurted out the truth that American politicians are never supposed to acknowledge. He said that without the two-state solution, “a unitary (Israeli) state winds up either being an apartheid state with second-class (Palestinian) citizens – or it ends up being a state that destroys the capacity of Israel to be a Jewish state.” It was clumsily phrased, but the basic idea is common in both Israeli and Palestinian

But there are already a great many Palestinians living under Israeli rule, and their higher birth rate would make them a majority in that “unitary” Israel in less than a generation. That might or might not be a state where Jews were happy to live, Gwynne Dyer but it would definitely Dyer Straits no longer be a Jewish state. political discourse. Many Israel senior Even if Israel never politicians who favour formally annexes the the two-state solution, occupied territories, it including former prime has been building Jewministers Ehud Olmert ish settlements all over and Ehud Barak, have them for decades, and made exactly this point, the Palestinian inhabiteven using that same ants are effectively inflammatory word, controlled by the Israeli “apartheid,” to undergovernment. line the gravity of the If this situation conchoice. tinues indefinitely, and Senior Palestinian the Palestinians must politicians talk about it live out their lives as all the time. But senior mere residents without American politicians are no political rights, then not allowed to talk like they are in the same po- that about Israel. sition as the black South State Department Africans who lived all officials tried to defend their lives under white their boss’s comments rule without citizenship for a few hours, but as or the vote. the firestorm of protest That was the very by American Zionist essence of apartheid. organizations grew the Alternatively, of Obama administration course, Israel might realized that Kerry had grant them citizenship to be forced to apologise and the vote: that’s for speaking the truth. what happened when The story that they apartheid ended in took him down into the South Africa in 1994. White House basement

and beat him with rubber hoses is probably untrue, but on Tuesday he recanted his heresy. “I do not believe,” Kerry said, “nor have I ever stated, publicly or privately, that Israel is an apartheid state or that it intends to become one.” Well, of course not. It’s not an apartheid state now because the non-citizen status of the Palestinians for the past 47 years is technically only temporary, pending the creation of their own state. And Israel has no intention of ever meeting the technical deﬁnition of an apartheid state, either, because that would be a public-relations disaster. However, Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu seems convinced that he can avoid that outcome simply by hanging on to the occupied territories indeﬁnitely but never formally annexing them, and many Israelis agree with him. They might even be right, but John Kerry doesn’t think so. Or at least, he didn’t until his own people worked him over a bit. Gwynne Dyer is an independent journalist whose articles are published in 45 countries.

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Gas prices are loitering around $1.50 per litre This in a country that should be self-sufficient when it comes to oil and gas. What is the problem and what can be done to rectify the situation? The easiest solution would be to elect a government that listens to the people rather than the oil industry. The oil companies say their costs have soared, but this does not explain why the profits enjoyed by the oil companies are at an all-time high. It is time governments showed some backbone and put a limit on profits; not expenses versus profits explained by accountants hired by the oil industry, but by independent auditors that would tell the truth. Figures are meant to be manipulated and the oil industries are experts. There is more oil in Canada than can be produced in a 100 years, but there is not enough refining to accommodate the needs of the travelling public and this brings about what could be called artificial supply, another term for manipulating the public. Keep refining low to keep prices high. The government is always ready to give big business tax breaks, but why not give the oil industry something that will benefit the public? Donald E Thorsteinson Penticton

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When you hear politicians, business men, economists and media pundits talk about the need for economic growth what they’re stating is an article of faith. You cannot have infinite economic growth and development on a finite planet. We sacrifice children in factories or open pit mines to help make your smartphone. We sacrifice soil, fresh water, animals and fish stocks so they can end up in our supermarkets. We cut off the tops of mountains, strip mine the boreal forest and hydraulic frac water tables to help fuel all this destruction. We use the atmosphere and oceans as sewers for all our excess waste. All this destruction so we can grow the GDP and the economy such that these abstractions are the source of our wealth and not the natural world. When our descendants look back at all the damage we have done in the name of economic growth they’re going to pity and curse us for our stupidity. Just remember that the next time you hear some pundit or politician on the radio or TV talking about the need for economic growth. Maybe think of your kids or grandkids and ask yourself, Am I willing to sacrifice their future on the altar of economic growth? No? Then start calling these people out on their nonsense and start believing in the alternatives. Cody Young Penticton

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I read in the Western News yesterday about a family whose father was, in their opinion, discharged early from Penticton hospital. My deepest sympathies to the family on the loss of their father. I, on the other hand, had a totally opposite experience at the same hospital. A month ago I had a colonoscopy at Kelowna Hospital. I was on Warfarin (blood thinner) and had to stop taking it 3 to 4 days ahead of

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It has been encouraging that so many folks in Keremeos, Olalla, Hedley, Chopaka and Cawston have picked up their tickets to the first ever fundraising event for the Community Fund of the Lower Similkameen.The fundraising dinner is May 3 at The Branding Iron Bar and Grill in Keremeos. There will be music and light entertainment as well as a choice of three different dinner courses. Tickets are $25 at Cawston Marketplace, The Grist Mill, Similkameen Agencies and the Branding Iron. The local committee was formed last year to pull together a kind of community chest from which local groups could draw funds to back projects and programs in our area. Community organizations that may be in line for grant funding from government or some private charities may now partner with the local community fund. It is critical to win the confidence of potential contributors and thereby increase the size of the fund. The more money in, the more community work happens. Contributions will be tax creditable. Bequests are welcome. You can find out more online at www.cfso. net. Dave Curson Cawston

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Birds of a feather really do flock together. Thanks to a $50,000 donation from the Burrowing Owl Estate Winery the South Okanagan Rehabilitation Centre for Owls (SORCO) and the Burrowing Owl Conservation Society of B.C. now have a permanent roost. That money went to secure ownership of the property for the non-profit organizations which operate out of the original SORCO location near Vaseux Lake, just north of Oliver. The Land Conservancy (TLC) which previously managed the site had run into financial problems which cast some doubt over the future of the property where raptor recovery and enhancement programs have been underway for over a decade. “This is just super important for us, especially because we don’t own any of the other sites that we use,” said SORCO executive manager Lauren Meads, who manages the two programs. “It’s a great thing because it gives us some stability, especially because we rely heavily on donations and we can relax a little knowing that there is a future for the facility. “The Burrowing Owl Winery has been a part of the Burrowing Owl Conservation Society since the early 90’s and right from the beginning they have been our major sponsors. Jim (winery chair) and Midge (Wyse) have even been out digging burrows with us.” One of the major projects on the property that was put on hold when TLC ran into creditor problems was the construction of a new clinic. It has since been completed and this Sunday the public will have an opportunity to see the new facility at the annual open house. Special guest will be B.C. Lt. Gov. Judith Guichon, herself a former rancher in the Merritt area

and past director of the Grasslands Conservation Council of B.C. She also served on the provincial task force on Species at Risk. Also on Sunday there will be a silent auction, a 15th birthday party for Houdini, the resident great horned owl, site tours and more. This day is the only time during the year the public is able to get a closeup look at the work which goes on there. Among those volunteering this year at the open house will be Wyse’s daughter Kerri McNolty and her 10-yearold son and 13-year-old daughter. “I think first and foremost my parents are committed to the societies because they are conservationists and lovers of wildlife,” said Kerri, speaking on behalf of the family. “They have both, but I guess my father more so, have spent countless volunteer hours doing every task required and continues to do so at the age of 75 and shows no sign of slowing down.” The parents also instilled that love of nature in their children Kerri, who works in marketing at the winery and her brother Chris, the president. “That’s why me and my kids are going to be at the open house selling raffle tickets to raise money,” said Kerri. “Each burrowing owl eats two mice a day and mice cost $1 each, so that’s what we’ll be doing.” The involvement of the Wyse

family began before the Oliver winery even existed. Jim noticed a sign lying on the ground during a walk around of the property which said the burrowing owl was endangered and the society was working to rehabilitate the species in the area. It was from that point Jim Wyse began doing whatever he could to assist in that recovery, including using the moniker Burrowing Owl for his new business. “The name was a very genuine attempt to raise awareness for the species, it certainly wasn’t done as any kind of marketing tactic, it was a very genuine desire to want to help,” said Kerri. She added it was also her father’s business skills which helped him convince the court to release the property from creditor protection for a relatively modest amount of money and convey it to the two societies. The $50,000 was part of the estimated $80,000 raised by the winery annually. “We collect a ‘voluntary’ $3 donation from all of our winery visitors, and these funds are used for a wide variety of strictly environmental and conservation uses so that we have been able to provide essential funding when government sources have really dried up,” said Jim in an earlier statement. Sunday’s open house begins at 10 a.m. and goes until 3 p.m.

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Taking the controls of the RV 8 aircraft in the skies over the South Okanagan was the last thing nine-year-old Jovan Gill expected to do when he signed up for the recent COPA for Kids Aviation program. But that’s exactly what he had an opportunity to do thanks to his pilot Ron Townson of Summerland, a member of the Penticton Flying Club which is part of the Canadian Owners and Pilots Association, which puts on the event. “It was just really awesome to do that, I knew we were going to fly around and go over there but I didn’t even know I was going to drive a plane, it was really awesome,” said a breathless Jovan, as he unbuckled his shoulder strap in the rear seat of the small bright yellow and purple kit aircraft after touching down. “I think I would definitely like to be a pilot some time and maybe do some backflips.” Following their return from the 15-20 minute sojourn over Okanagan Lake to Summerland and back, each of the young aviators received a certificate and a personal air log book as mementoes of their experience. There was no charge to those taking part. All of the costs, including fuel and aircraft, were donated by the individual club members.

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Some of Penticton’s finest young performers will be taking part in a local appreciation concert held by the Penticton Community Concerts at the Cleland Theatre. Partnering with Performing Arts B.C. Provincial Festival, Jonathan Stuchbery and Saige Carlson are the featured artists performing individually and together. They were recently recommended by adjudicators to the Provincial Kiwanis Music Festival, to be held in Penticton this June, and will be accompanied by Dennis Nordlund on piano on Wednesday. “All of the artists performing are extremely well deserving of this honour. I really don’t think Penticton realizes how many talented young people they have in their own community and it is wonderful to showcase them leading up to the provincial festival,” said Lorna Bull, Penticton Kiwanis Music Festival secretary and dance assistant. “It is really a sneak preview of the wonderful things occurring here and a glimpse of the gifted youth who will be competing amongst B.C.’s most promising in music, dance and speech arts.” Stuchbery, a Grade 12 student at Penticton Secondary School, plays classical guitar in jazz ensembles and French horn with the Youth Symphony of the Okanagan. Stuchbery has been accepted into McGill University Bachelor of Music in Classical Guitar Performance. Carlson has been recommended to compete in the B.C. Provincial Festival in National Classical Voice. She is a young soprano who has received awards in both local and provincial competitions. Last year she represented B.C. in the Canadian Federation of Music Teachers’ Associations National Voice Competition. She has been accepted to UBC as an undergrad in opera.

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Brooke Cumming, Montana Valverde, Cheline Lacroix, Julia Ludington and Alexis Brooks will also be performing dance solos throughout the evening at the local appreciation concert. All of these dancers have been recommended to compete in the B.C. Provincial Festival, which is hosted by Penticton June 3 to 7. A group dance performance by Okanagan Dance Studios choreographed by Traci Stevenson Bourne will also take place. Young performers in music, dance and dramatic speech arts from each regional festival are recommended to the provincial festival where they will be adjudicated, participate in master classes, workshops and concerts. Penticton Community Concerts recently announced the 2014-2015 concert season lineup which includes Les Violons du Roy and British Columbia Boys

Choir, QuintEssence and another local performers concert that is yet to be announced. Membership is $90 for the four concerts or $15 for four concerts for students. Purchasing your subscription before May 16 comes with a perk: one free single ticket for one of the four concerts. For more information call 250-492-8326 or info@ shatfordcentre.com. “Our goal is to keep the membership affordable while still keeping in tune with today’s production costs,” said Hobden. “Our organization continues to make it possible to hear performances you may never have heard before.” Tickets for the May 7 local appreciation concert are $30 for adults and seniors and $5 for students available at the Shatford Centre. Tickets may also be available at the door the night of the concert at the Cleland Theatre.

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The Naramata Community Choir is presenting a joint concert with Hexaphone, a sixmember a capella ensemble group from Victoria. The two groups will join harmonies on Saturday evening at the Penticton United Church. Hexaphone was formed in 2002 with the goal of performing diverse styles of vocal music, one voice to a part. Hexaphone is Carolyn Howe (soprano), Hannah Mitchell (alto), Arlene Overman (alto), John Doughty (tenor), Nicholas Fairbank (bari-

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This is the Naramata Community Choir’s ﬁnal concert of a very busy 52nd season with six performances. Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for students. They are available at the Dragon’s Den, the Penticton United Church ofﬁce (open to 1 p.m. daily) and the Naramata Store. Performance is on May 3rd at 7:30 p.m. at the Penticton United Church. It is general seating with doors open at 6:45 p.m. It is encouraged to get tickets in advance. There will be a limited number of tickets available at the door.

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It started with a conversation about how the power of music can bring people together and now the Ponderosa Arts and Music festival is celebrating its second year. In the summer of 2012 a gathering of close friends at an orchard party on a family farm in the Okanagan Valley ignited an idea in friends Kris Hargrave and Kia Zahrabi, who formed 367 Productions. It has since turned into a long weekend party of playing music, tubing down the river, camping under the stars and eating fruit fresh off the trees. “We thought everyone was having so much fun, why don’t we make this into a festival? We both enjoy bringing people together and it is something that comes natural to us,” said Zahrabi. Last summer, the Ponderosa Festival took place at the Rock Creek Fairgrounds and the two organizers believe the location, arts, food and music contribute to a unique experience. The three-day event, from Aug. 22 to 24, includes camping, 20 bands on two stages, local artists and a food market. “We are striving to maintain a certain vibe and are looking to build a sense of community that we feel has faded from some of the larger outdoor music events,” said Zahrabi, who is originally from Oliver. Focused on sustainability and organic growth, the organizers want to grow the event at a rate the community is comfortable with. For that reason, they see Ponderosa as a niche festival. Last year the festival saw 400 people come through the gates. The organizers are estimating a big jump in attendance for year two. “It is a big site that can handle a lot more. While we are looking at making it a bit more intimate this year because the site is so big, we are aiming about 2,000 people,” said Zahrabi, adding the site can handle around 16,000. “We don’t want to make it a massive festival and are targeting this number to keep it sustainable.” Zahrabi is an civil engineer by day, while Hargrave has some event planning background, and neither is doing it for the financial gain. It is about passion for music and bringing friends together. “We have a lot of friends that played last year that are still talking about how great it was and the word keeps spreading

Ponderosa arts and Music Festival is focused on bringing a wide genre of music to the threee-day event in rock creek like Wintercoast who performed on their stage at last year’s festival. Photo courtesy of Ponderosa arts and Music Festival

in the scene,” said Zahrabi. “Big festivals are fine but we heard people are looking for a bit of change, especially the hard core music fans that want more of a personal kind of experience. That is the appeal of this festival.” The Rock Creek Fairgrounds sit on the banks of the Kettle River that organizers say offer concerts goers a scenic venue to enjoy the outdoors and the music. Zahrabi said local business owners have been supportive because of the spike they receive with concert-goers spending money in the area. While there were a few noise issues with neighbouring properties, Zahrabi said they are looking at various ways to mitigate that this time around. In the fall, the fairgrounds association held their annual general meeting and Zahrabi said they received overwhelming support from the community. “That was a big win for us because we knew if the community was not on board then it wouldn’t work. We both grew up in

small towns and we want to make sure we had the support,” he said. In addition to the music, the festival showcases artists of all backgrounds. Last year artists participated in the Live Painting Project. Each painter created a piece over the course of the weekend and auctioned it off to the highest bidder. Artists from across North America and B.C. will descend upon the town of Rock Creek including Plants and Animals, Blouse, BRAIDS, Good For Grapes, The Funk Hunters, Ladyhawk, Wampire, No Sinner, Gay Nineties, Jay Malinowski and the Deadcost, Kutapira, The Dead Zones, FRANKIE, Reef Shark, Wild Son, Joyful Door, LIO, Icelandia, The Banter and Terrence Jack. Three-day weekend passes are $125 per person and include full access to the stages, riverside camping, free parking and artists and food vendors. A limited number of early-bird tickets are also on sale for $99. For more information visit www.PonderosaFestival.com.

First Pitch fundraiser set to be a homerun Kristi Patton

Western News Staff

A group of South Okanagan baseball players are excited to experience the sport with a humanitarian and cultural aspect as they prepare to head to the Dominican Republic. Fielded by the Wave International Baseball Academy, Team Canada will be making its first appearance at the Latin American Baseball Classic in August in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. Saturday’s First Pitch event at the Best Damn Sports Bar is a fundraising effort to help the players with expenses. LABC team is partnered with Beyond The Beach a small

humanitarian organization that sends gently used sporting equipment to kids. “The players will not only be helping bring the items to the Dominican Republic with them they also will be personally handing it out. I think it will provide some a perspective for these kids that they never thought about,” said David MacCoubrey, who is helping with marketing for the fundraiser. The LABC is the one of the largest youth international tournaments in Latin American, attracting teams from the region for the past 32 years. Three Penticton players and one from Summerland will be suiting up

for Team Canada. Saturday’s fundraiser includes baseball games, themed drinks, a silent auction, raffles and live music from The Shake and Oceans and Lights. Special guest Jim Parque, a Chicago White Sox alumni and director of LABC Team USA will be making an appearance. West Coast Authentic will be running a silent auction and local merchants have contributed over $4,000 in prizes. Baseball associations from around the province, including Penticton Minor Baseball Association, are helping reach the goal of donated equipment. Collected items will be distributed to Dominican youth

baseball associations and educational supplies donated to Sosua Kids, a group that aids children on the North Coast of the Dominican Republic. New or gently used baseball equipment is still being accepted and can be dropped off at the First Pitch event between noon and 4 p.m. to the LABC Team Canada at the Best Damn Sports Bar. Tickets to the First Pitch event are $20 and available at Tiger Alley, the Best Damn Sports Bar or at http:// bcyblc.com/tournaments/support-a-player/special-eventspromotions. All proceeds directly assist LABC Team Canada players. Tickets include a beverage, burger and fries.

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Penticton soprano Tracy Fehr sang for ambassadors, mayors, government ministers and other high profile guests on a recent concert tour in North Africa. Singing in palace halls and municipal theatres, Fehr brought awareness to ACT, a livelihood project for North African single mothers and disadvantaged women. She is now looking to return to provide more assistance and is holding a fundraiser concert on Sunday. Fehr’s hosts workshops and meets with many of the women currently being assisted by ACT. Among other initiatives, this non-profit organization helps unwed mothers and marginalized women receive training and funds to set up small home-based businesses. In addition to tours in Africa and the United Kingdom, Fehr fundraises for ACT by hosting annual Voices in Song benefit concerts in Penticton. On May 4, Fehr and senior singers from her studio hope to assist a single mother to restock her market stall, which was wiped out in a flood. With a stocked store, she will once again be able to provide for her family without resorting to her former life as a street worker. Over the years, Fehr and singers have been able to raise money for a variety of projects. Last year the group successfully fundraised to help an abused mother purchase a motorcycle,

Penticton Location Only TrAcy Fehr is accompanied by Saif eddine Srairi on the oud at a benefit concert for disadvantaged North African women at the Palais ennejma ezzahra, Tunisia.

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which enables her to take her weaving to market, and provide for her family. “She has more confidence, more respect as a business woman, and is now mentoring other young moms who are coming into the livelihood program,” says Fehr. The concert will be held at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church at 7 p.m. Accompanists are: Dennis Nordlund (piano) and Elizabeth Lupton (violin). Tickets are $12 in advance, and can be purchased at the Penticton and District Community Arts Council or from Fehr at 250-494-1042.

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There is no better way to do farmto-table ingredients than the Penticton Farmers’ Market on a Saturday morning according to organizers. “I think so. Farmers literally pull produce out of the ground or are picking from their trees in the days before and bringing it straight to the market. It is neat that we have the freshest possible produce in the valley,” said Erin Trainer, manager of the Penticton Farmers’ Market. “We have one vendor from Naramata that literally picks cherries that morning before he comes and sometimes has to leave his table to go pick more and come back that same day to sell them.” This weekend the downtown streets will be packed with vendors, as the 24th Penticton Farmers’ Market and the Downtown Penticton Community Market open for the season. Farm fresh fruits and vegetables, flowers, honey, eggs, home made baking, preserves and crafts all produced in the South Okanagan/Similkameen region will be available for sale from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Penticton Farmers’ Market. Nearly 50 vendors are returning this season, as well as several casual vendors. Trainer said not only does the Farmers’ Market attract the general public but local restaurateurs also shop there. “Joy Road Catering is one of our vendors and they send staff down to get their produce for the week for their catering. Then we have people like Chef Paul (Cecconi) from Brodo Kitchen, who purchases ingredients and sometimes does chef demonstrations,” said Trainer. “I think it is a real selling feature to be able to say they purchase their ingredients locally and for people to know the food they are eating came from just down the road. The fresh, lo-

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PENTICTON PINNACLES FC U13 forward Christian Martins battles Kamloops opponents Adam Harrison (left) and Stephan Kruger for ball control during recent youth district soccer action in the rain at King’s Park in Penticton. The Pinnacles edged the visitors 3-2. Mark Brett/Western News

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It was a mixed bag of results for Pinnacles FC district teams last weekend. The under-13 boys scored three goals, which proved enough to defeat Kamloops, 3-2 after taking a 3-0 lead at King’s Park Sunday. Pinnacles FC coach Manuel Borba said his team let up a little bit, “which is natural for a young team like that.” “They get up and they think it’s all done,” said Borba. “Kamloops played much better. They are good competition for us.” Borba said his player performed well on the pitch, especially the first half. “We moved the ball around the way we like to.” Borba was thrilled with the possession his players had as well as a good first touch. That led to creating several chances, but at their age, it’s still about development. “They are still not very strong with their shots,” he said. “We have to move the ball in quite a bit to score. It’s coming.”

McDonald scores a pair

Rylee McDonald led the offensive charge for the under-13 girls, scoring twice as the team defeated Shuswap 4-1 at Kings Park Sunday. Coach Derrick Webb said his team dominated ball possession, passing and generating offence. “Although it was only 4-1, we created numerous scoring chances,” said Webb. “Our girls are This week’s feature:

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on the smallest side. Once they get a little bit stronger and can strike a ball a little bit harder, we probably would have filled the net even more.” Webb said his team’s goal is to move the ball around. “I tell the girls before every game, ‘I’m not concerned with the scoring line, it’s can we keep possession, can we pass the ball.’ We score a point when we get 10 passes.”

Coutts pockets pair in draws

The under-11 girls earned a 2-2 draw against Kelowna in rainy conditions. Shae Coutts scored and Jaycee Deering earned her first district marker to rescue a hard fought draw. Julia Devito was strong in goal and the players worked hard to be first to the ball and fight for possession. Their second game ended in a 3-3 draw against Kamloops as Chloe Alex, Coutts and Erin Reeder scored.

Grant leads U-11 boys to victory

Chris MacDonald and Lucas Byrne scored for the under-11 boys in a 2-2 draw against Kelowna in Vernon. Anders Say and Jaras Grant shared the goalkeeping duties. In the second game, Pinnacles FC earned a 4-1 win with Grant pocketing a pair of goals. MacDonald and Byrne scored one goal each.

Under-12 girls

The under-12 girls earned a 0-0 draw and defeated Vernon 3-1. Pinnacles FC’s other under-12 girls squad earned a 4-0 win against Salmon Arm then lost 6-2 to Kamloops Blue.

U-12 boys earn draws

The under-12 boys earned a pair of draws, 2-2 against Kelowna and 1-1 versus Vernon with Jordan Thorsen steady in net. Louis Perrier was the lone scorer in both games.

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Juniors embrace lessons Emanuel Sequeira Western News Staff

Free tennis lessons served up by the Penticton Tennis Club were a hit in April. The PTC decided to offer the free lessons again since they found it to be successful last season. The final lesson was April 23 and focused on serves. “Kids are enjoying it. They are having fun, which is the main thing,” said instructor Steve Hunn, who has a Level 2 coaching certificate through Tennis B.C. Hunn said it’s a difficult thing for them to do. “It takes a while to get the serve. I want to start them with the right fundamentals,” said Hunn, who then worked with a senior group following the juniors. “Otherwise they will develop some bad habits and never get out of that.” In the first three weeks, Hunn had the kids work on their forehand, backhand and volley. Hunn said it’s easy to work the entire season on one shot. He wanted to try to introduce the junior group to all the different shots. “You definitely can see some improvements. Even today, one of the girls couldn’t serve at all. Now she is hitting the ball reasonably well,” said Hunn, who coached a core group of 15. “Even in just one day you can see that they are improving.” Tyrah Henderson was

TYRAH HENDERSON gets the hang of serving the ball as she hammers this one to the other side in the final free lesson for juniors offered by the Penticton Tennis Club. Instructor Steve Hunn worked with juniors and seniors. Emanuel Sequeira/Western News

among the group of juniors and said, she’s been picking up on the different skills well.

“He’s a good teacher,” she said, an opinion shared by the other players. When asked about

learning to serve, Henderson admitted it was initially hard but she eventually began making better con-

tact with the ball. “You just get better at it fast. He (Hunn) knows what he’s talking about too. Makes it easier to learn. Henderson is a newcomer to the sport, but she’s enjoying it. “It’s a hard game. You have to be really active, but it’s fun,” she said. Fred Albrechtson said the lessons are good for the group. “It’s really good for learning how to play,” said Albrechtson, a former freestyle skier. Through the lessons, Albrechtson has become a confident player and enjoys the sport and its competitiveness. Cole Pichet enjoyed the serving lessons the most because it was hard and he likes a challenge. “The other ones were too easy,” said Pichet, “Sometimes you have to battle the sun when raising the ball to the air.” Hunn loves coaching because he loves the sport. “I find it satisfying just to be able to hit the ball well,” he said. “They all have some good shots in them. It’s up to the coach to find that good shot and bring it out and help them do it consistent.”

Flames burn Raiders in lacrosse opener Emanuel Sequeira Western News Staff

The South Okanagan Flames opened the Thompson Okanagan Junior Lacrosse League season with a 9-4 win over the Kelowna Raiders at Memorial Arena Monday. Mitch Brodt led the Flames’ attack with a hat trick, Connor Walton and Tanner Thompson each scored twice with Kaid McLeod and Cooper Holick adding a goal apiece. “I think we did unreal for a first

game,” said Thompson. “It’s only going to get better from here.” Thompson said the Flames excelled at tracking down balls and played with heart. Thompson said the win was important as it will give the group some confidence. Flames assistant coach Carl Walton said the group played well, despite some players returning to the roster after finishing school. SOUTH OKANAGAN FLAMES goalie Charles Nicholas makes a key The Flames’ next three games save against the Kelowna Raiders. The Flames won the game at are at home in Memorial Arena, Memorial Arena 9-4. Emanuel Sequeira/Western News beginning May 4 at 3 p.m.

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Becoming an NHL general manager is a dream come true for Penticton’s Brad Treliving. Treliving, whose father Jim Treliving opened the Penticton Boston Pizza, was named GM of the Calgary Flames Monday by president of hockey operations Brian Burke. Treliving joined the Flames after being the assistant GM for the Phoenix Coyotes for seven years. “I was really happy in Phoenix. I really enjoyed the people we worked with,” said Treliving in a phone interview from Calgary. Treliving, who played professionally for five seasons in the International Hockey League, American Hockey League and East Coast Hockey League, said it’s a special feeling to be a manager in this league, especially with only 30 jobs. “There are lots who aspire to do this. It’s a great responsibility,” he said. “It’s an honour to be in the league in whatever capacity.” Treliving began thinking about a career in management during his playing days. “I was pretty honest in terms of I knew what kind of player I was,” said Treliving, who played 11 games for the Penticton Knights in 1989 and collected four assists. “Knew what my ceiling was going to be. After a short while, if I’m to advance, it’s not going to be with my skates on.”

Treliving started looking at other avenues and became intrigued by the management side. In the last few years of his playing career he took the initiative to get as much experience possible learning and making contacts. “It spring boarded. That Brad Treliving was my passion,” he said. “My passion was to be involved in the sport.” Growing up, Treliving’s family moved to Delta from Penticton when he was in Grade 1. He cheered for the Vancouver Canucks, because as he said being in Vancouver, that’s what people did. Treliving said Vancouver Canucks president of hockey operations Trevor Linden contacted Don Maloney, but it didn’t reach Linden speaking with Treliving. The new Flames GM said it was just timing. “Once our season ended, Brian moved real quick,” he said, adding that Maloney gave Burke a short window to speak with him. “It came together really quickly here. We’re happy here.” As for Treliving’s allegiance to the Canucks, that has been put on the shelf for some time. “I’ve made a switch in the last little bit in terms of my favourite team,” he laughed.

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The Penticton Pinnacles under-21 teams open their Pacific Coast Soccer League seasons this weekend. The women’s team opens the reserve schedule in Victoria to play the Peninsula Co-op Highlanders on May 3, then heads over to the Lower Mainland to face the TSS Academy Red. Pinnacles Penticton Hyundai coach Ray Hintz said he will have a short roster of 13 against the Highlanders, then will have more players available for Sunday’s game. “I think it’s going to be a little bit of a struggle the first two weeks,” said Hintz, adding that the Highlanders and TSS Academy Red have good teams. “I’m hoping to get at least a few points out of the first three games.” With more players expected to join the Pinnacles, Hintz said he won’t go over systems until after this weekend. The Tim Horton’s men’s Pinnacles open the season at home May 4 against Chilliwack FC. Kick-off is at King’s Park at 12:30 a.m.

Jumpstart campaign

Canadian Tire Jumpstart charities began their month-long Red Ball campaign on May 1. The campaign challenges Canadians to donate throughout the month to help get kids in the game. One in three Canadian families cannot afford to enrol their kids in organized sports or physical activities. Jumpstart’s goal is to raise $1.7 million through the nationwide campaign, which will give 17,000 kids the chance to experience the power of play. “Sport and physical activity has been an important part of my life for

as long as I can remember and I can’t imagine it any other way,” said Hayley Wickenheiser, a four-time Olympic gold medalist for Canada in a press release. “The benefits of participating in organized sports are endless, from increased self-esteem and confidence, to adopting good habits and leading a healthy life.” During the month, Canadians can make a $2 donation in exchange for a Jumpstart red ball at Canadian Tire, Mark’s, Sport Chek, Atmosphere and Canadian Tire Gas locations. For the first time, National Sports and Sports Experts locations will also participate by accepting donations in-store in return for a red ball. Jumpstart is encouraging all Canadians to post a photo of themselves with their red ball using the hashtag #JumpstartRedBall, to show their support. The campaign will conclude on Saturday, May 31, 2014 with the sixth annual Jumpstart Day where participating Canadian Tire stores across Canada with special events and activities for community members to celebrate the campaign and raise additional funds.

Vees Beauvais a finalist

Former Penticton Vees defenceman Brett Beauvais has been named one of five finalists for the Canadian Junior Hockey League’s (CJHL) Top Defencemen Award. The Vees made the announcement earlier this week. Beauvais, 19, was the fourth straight Vees blue liner to win the BCHL Top Defenceman award this past season. He led all defenceman in the league with 58 points and 45 assists, good for fifthbest in the BCHL.

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is hiring for the position of Produce Manager. The successful candidate must have previous experience handling produce, proper prep and stocking of department. Management skills are preferred but not necessary, we will train. Knowledge of organic and natural foods is an asset. We offer a competitive wage, medical program, and other benets. Interested applicants please include a cover letter with resume addressed to Bobbi Krien (Manager) and drop off to #104-2210 Main St. Penticton, resume and cover letter can also be e-mailed to: bkrien@naturesfare.com New WestJet flight opens up drivers positions. Ambrosia Tours requires drivers to meet a late evening flight at YLW & transport passengers to homes in Penticton area. Drivers required for 7 days a week. Must have clean Class 4 DL & prefer a nonsmoker, send resumes to: info@ambrosiatours.ca

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426889 BC Ltd. o/a Tim Hortons 1077 Westminster Ave, Penticton 1697 Fairview Road, Penticton #100-2695 Skaha Lake Road, Penticton 8907 Main Street, Osoyoos, BC 185-5717 Main Street, Oliver, BC 7710 Prairie Valley Road, Summerland BC Food Service Supervisor (NOC: 6212) 6 Vacancies Flex Position: Permanent, Full-Time, Part-Time, Shift, Weekend, Day, Night, Evening, $12.53 Hourly + Medical Benefits Start Date: ASAP 1-2 Years Experience Required. Education not required Apply now to b.sym@shaw.ca Fax: 1.778.476.5991 Mail: 331 Martin St, Penticton, BC, V2A5K6

NOW HIRING

426889 BC Ltd. o/a Tim Hortons

1077 Westminster Ave, Penticton, 1697 Fairview Road, Penticton, #100-2695 Skaha Lake Road, Penticton Food Counter Attendant (NOC: 6641) 25 Vacancies Flex Position: Permanent, Full-Time, Part-Time, Shift, Weekend, Day, Night, Evening, $10.25 Hourly + Medical Benefits Start Date: ASAP No experience or education required Apply now to: b.sym@shaw.ca Fax: 1.778.476.5991 Mail: 331 Martin St, Penticton, BC, V2A 5K6 Westminster Party Rentals is now hiring a full-time Customer Service/Warehouse Assistant, multi-task positions, applicants must be able to lift medium to heavy weight casually, hourly wage starts at $12 for the first 8 weeks of training, apply in person at 357 Okanagan Ave. East, Penticton

Peter’s Bros. Construction has positions open for Apprentice Mechanics & Shop Helpers with a mechanical background. Positions are also open for Experienced Paving Personnel. These are full-time positions with a full benefit package. Please pick up applications at 716 Okanagan Ave. E., Penticton, BC, V2A 3K6 between 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. SERVICE TECHNICIAN For reverse osmosis & water softening equipment in the Central & South Okanagan based out of Penticton. Mechanical aptitude required. Plumbing experience helpful. Clean driving abstract required. Full training, tools and company vehicle provided. Earn $17.00 to $19.00 per hour to start depending on experience, plus extended benefits after 3 months. Fax resume to: 1-800-958-6133 or email: info@absolutelypure.ca

FIND EVERYTHING YOU NEED IN THE CLASSIFIEDS Hotel, Restaurant, Food Services Penticton Lakeside Resort requires full-time cooks, please complete application and drop off resumes attention: “Chef Remington”

Ofce Support BOYLE & Company, a long established law firm located in downtown Penticton, is seeking a Legal Assistant with experience in commercial security and commercial/residential real estate transactions. The ideal candidate will possess a background in the area of property development including subdivisions and drafting covenants, rights of way, easements and related agreements. A working knowledge of Land Title Office and Personal Property Registry practices for searches and registration is required. The position requires strong written and oral communication skills. Ability to work well under pressure and manage multiple demands and priorities is necessary. Detail oriented with strong organizational and document production skills, you prefer to work independently within a collegial team environment. Flexible work hours could be considered. We offer a competitive wage along with a full comprehensive benefit package. If this sounds like you please forward resume to hr@boyleco.bc.ca. 100 Front St. Penticton BC V2A 1H1

Teachers KIDS CONNECTION offers a JUNIOR KINDERGARTEN program at WILTSE and UPLANDS SCHOOLS. We are seeking fully qualified ECEs for one part time and one full time position beginning now and in Sept. Visit our website at www.kidsconnectionpenticton.ca. Email resume or inquiries to kidsconnectionpenticton@yahoo.com.

Trades, Technical LOOKING for contractor to do foundation repair. 250-4871023 Transportation / Heavy Duty Mechanic required in Nakusp, BC. Must be Red Seal Certified, able to work on a variety of makes, models of trucks, trailers, components. A CVIP Certificate, welding skills an asset. Full time position with flexible hours. Group benefits. Competitive wages. Fax or email resumes to: 250-2653853 or whrepair@telus.net

RECRUITMENT

Services

Financial Services

Moving & Storage

GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com

FAMILY Movers. Moving? Anything, anywhere. Local and long distance trips. Packing service available, weekly trips to Vancouver, Alberta, full and partial loads. Cheapest rates in the valley. Free Estimates, 250-493-2687

Hairstylists

Painting & Decorating

Wanted for busy well-established salon & spa with lots of walk-ins, great opportunity for motivated stylist or esthetician to build a clientele, drop resume off at Body & Sol, or call Rose at 250-492-4116

HERE COME THE PAINTERS, 13 years experience, Interior/Exterior, 250-486-2331 P.A. Design, Interior Decorating consultations, for appointment call 250-490-6756

Carpet Cleaning

WWW.PAINTSPECIAL.COM

Owner - Operator

3 Rooms For $299,

(1) 250-899-3163

2 Coats Any Colour

(Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls. Cloverdale Premium Quality Paint. NO PAYMENT, until job is completed!

Rubbish Removal

Green - Clean - Thorough Dry in 2 hours only!

Garbage hauling, metal hauling, batteries, furniture/appliances hauled to dump, dirty jobs too! (250)488-6707 PENTICTON Junk Removal! Anything goes! Household waste, furniture and appliances to the dump 250-770-0827

or visit:

Tiling

GREEN VALLEY CARPET CARE

CALL 250-809-4965 www.greenvalleycarpetcare.ca

Cleaning Services A) MISS MOP N’ TASKER. Licensed, bonded & insured professional house cleaning service. Contact 250-809-7522 B & C Cleaning, residential, commercial & construction cleaning, yard clean-ups & maintenance, licensed & bonded, Bill & Cheryl Watson, owner operators, (250)4887964

Countertops REFACE Countertops. 1/2 the Cost of Replacing. Granite & Corian Designs. 470-2235.

KALEDEN Tile - Professional installation of all types of tile and stone. Glass back splashes, tile floors, fireplaces, showers and pans. Free estimates, insured, references and pictures available. No Job to big or small. Glen 250-488-1985

Pets & Livestock

Feed & Hay GOOD quality horse hay, small bales (250)835-4748 or (250)833-9595

Livestock

Garden & Lawn

Premium Wood Shavings New supplier of Animal bedding, starting at $250 for 54 cubic yards delivered, (250)770-0214

Valley Wide Lawn & Yard Care. Fully experienced fruit tree and landscape pruner. Now booking 2014 lawn care packages. Mowing, power raking and aeration. NO charge fertilizer program, free estimates. Phone Gerald at 250493-5161. Serving Penticton to Osoyoos areas.

do you find the area’s best source for

Home Improvements ARE YOU WANTING TO RENOVATE? Framing, gyproc, painting, ooring, bathrooms, decks, windows and doors 35 years experience home/business References Available Licensed, Insured, WCB Ted Lund (250)490-7991

WHERE JOB LISTINGS?

BELCAN

Painting & Reno’s

licensed, insured, WCB

painting, tiling, ooring, kitchen/bath reno’s, carpentry nishing,

Len (250)486-8800 www.belcan.ca lenmass@gmail.com

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Merchandise for Sale

Appliances

Garage Sales

Giant Indoor YARD SALE

NEIGHBOURHOOD of YARD SALES! Sat May 3rd 8am-2pm and Sun May 4th 9am-1pm. Everything from toys to motorhomes. ‘Park ‘n Shop’ from 14th Ave to Brockie Place to Mimac Court in Okanagan Falls.

Yard Sale, Sat.,May 03, 9am12pm, 2635 Dartmouth Dr.

RUGER 10-22’s & Remington 597’s on sale. Glock 17, 20, 21, 22, CZ 527 & 452 & 550, Ruger American’s, all in stock at Weber & Markin Gunsmiths, The Best Little Gunshop Around 4-1691 Powick Rd Kel 250-762-7575 Tues-Sat. 10-6 facebook.com/ WeberMarkin

Kenmore Washer & Dryer, 1 year old, like new, $400, White Kenmore Fridge, Maytag Washer & Dryer, mint, $300, can deliver, 250-770-0827

Free Items Free, multi-colour landscape rock, clean, you come pick up, call (250)770-3224

Furniture Light brown & black corner computer desk, $100 obo, will deliver, 250-809-8772 Roxton Chesterfield & chair, $250, coffee & 2 end tables, glass topped, $250, rocker glider chair, $75, French provincial chair, $50, all in good condition, (250)493-3303

Garage Sales Downsizing, household stuff, kitchen cabinets, entertainment centre, Sat., May 3, 7am-1pm, 28 Dauphin Ave. Downsizing, quality items, German style wall clock, model classic car collection, water cooler, Webber BBQ, antiques, 2 large white doves for wedding, picture frames, fabric & much more, Sat. May 3, 8:30-2pm, #6-6709 Victoria Rd., South, Summerland Estate/Garage Sale, #1092203 Dartmouth Dr., Sat & Sun, May 3 & 4, 9am-6pm. Furniture, household items, cages, tools & more. Sat May 03, 8am-4pm, 7608 Dunn St, Trout Creek Summerland Garage Sale, 930 Hull St., (off Forestbrook), Sat., May 3, 8am, furniture, household, Coke machine, rain or shine Oliver Indoor/Outdoor Flea Market Open Every Weekend Saturday, 8am-4pm Sunday, 9am-4pm Turn downhill off Hwy 97 at Chevron Shop or Sell Outside Spaces Now Available Call Cory 250-408-4222

7:30 am - 2 pm Sat. May 3rd

OASIS UNITED CHURCH

2964 Skaha Lake Rd. Penticton Over 4000 sqft. of treasures! Browsers welcome! coffee, cold drinks, hot dogs! HUGE YARD SALE. Friday & Saturday, May 2nd & 3rd, 8am-3pm., 139 Secrest place. Large Garage Sale, 114 Stocks Crt., Sat., May 3, 7am3pm, tools, auto, antiques, high-end furniture, art work, camping gear, household, etc. LARGE GARAGE sale, Saturday May 3, 7am-noon. Bethel Church, 945 Main Street. Large Moving Sale, two homes, May 3-4, 9am-3pm, no early birds, 156/148 Troy Pl. Moving sale, Fri, May 2, 1-5pm, Sat., May 3, 8am-4pm, 2891 Paris St., 3 piece coffee table set, chairs, sewing cabinet, deep freeze, tools, clothing, household, etc. Moving Sale, household items, books, cookware, tools, etc., Sat., May 3, 8am-1pm, 660 Duncan Ave. E (backyard) Multi-family Garage Sale, shop tools, mitre saw, paddle tires, household, Sat., April 3, 8am1pm, 1140 Johnson Rd. Multi-family Sale, 2724 South Main, 8am-4pm, Sat., May 3, tools, rugs, tv’s, lamps, organ, golf clubs, vintage Fisher Price musical crib mobile, $70 firm, arborite, lots more! Multi-family Yard Sale, 200 block of Okanagan Ave., W, lots of kids stuff, Sat & Sun, May 3 & 4, 8am-noon Sat., May 3, Multi-Unit, 8:30noon, 3948 Finnerty Rd., something for everyone!

Merchandise for Sale

Medical Supplies New Shoprider Scooters 889’s $250.off, 888’s $175.off, & Power Chairs $200.off website prices. www.okmobility.ca Kamloops: 250-377-3705 Kelowna: 250-764-7757 Vernon: 250-542-3745 or call TF 1-888-542-3745

Misc. for Sale A- STEEL SHIPPING DRY STORAGE CONTAINERS Used 20’40’45’ 53’ and insulated containers all sizes in stock. SPECIAL Trades are welcome. 40’ Containers under $2500! Also JD 544 &644 wheel Loaders JD 892D LC excavator Ph Toll free 1-866-528-7108 Delivery BC and AB www.rtccontainer.com HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/ newspaper? JD 345 20hp ride on 44” cut $1650.obo; Craftsman ride on lawnmower $700.obo; UsedPallet Rack 10 frames 42” x 12’ high $72.ea. 42 beams 4’x8’ @ $24. ea; 22 beams 6” x 12’ @ $53.ea. 250-558-0618 Treadmill, $100, Pilates $100, Tread Climber, $800, 250-492-3018, please leave message

Misc. Wanted Collectors Currently Buying: Coin Collections, Antiques, Native Art, Old Silver, Paintings, Jewellery etc. We Deal with Estates 250-499-0251

Merchandise for Sale

Musical Instruments

Sporting Goods

Rentals

Transportation

Apt/Condo for Rent

Auto Financing

Trucks & Vans

1 bdrm apt in clean, quiet NS NP 55+ building near Cherry Lane. Balcony, parking, insuite storage, f/s/dw/ac, coin lndry, elevator, 6-month lease then month to month. $675 + utils. Avail now. 250 492-4265

Immaculate 1997 Ford 150xlt

Clean 1bdrm suite, full size f/s & a/c, $650/mo +util., 250492-7129

Extra cab, short box, 2wd, automatic, 4 speed, 5.4 litre, V8, brake controller, tow package, keyless entry, power windows, doors & mirrors, 181,539 km Excellent condition Inside & Out

Real Estate Acreage for Sale 6.27 Ac. near Edgewood, full RV hookup, $94,900, cash offers, e mail for pics: selkirk8@telus.net 250-269-7328 TEXAS USA BEST BUY. Own a 20 acre ranchette in sunny Texas. Now only $395 per acre, $99 per month. Financing and brochure available. Call 1-800-875-6568.

For Sale By Owner OPEN HOUSE - Sat. May 3 12:00pm - 2:00pm 118 Vintage Blvd, OK Falls. WEBSITE:

118vintageblvd.wix.com/vintageblvd

Owner financing 4bdrm, 2.5 bath home on acreage, near Enderby. In-law suite, fruit trees/berries etc, pasture/barn, will take mobile, rv or property in trade. $399,000 Call 250309-1506

Houses For Sale At Skaha Beach, 2 bedroom Modular home, Sun Leisure Park, #47, newly renovated, $46,999 obo, may finance with good down payment, call (250)492-6798

Recreational From custom building to major repairs, insurance claims, renovations & parts. Free estimates, reasonable rates and seniors’ discounts available. For all your RV Needs, call 250-493-7445 Penticton

Apt/Condo for Rent

$4,250 250-718-4969 (Kelowna)

FREE GARAGE/YARD SALE

Commercial/ Industrial APPLE PLAZA, Prime Central location, 2300sqft. in busy plaza, ample parking, also 5821100 sqft. shared office space avail., call Barb 250-492-6319

Homes for Rent Keremeos 524 6th Ave., 3 beds, 2 baths, W/D, fenced yard, $1050/month plus hydro, N/S Pets iffy. Must verify income. Apply in person evenings.

Suites, Lower

1-800-663-5555 or *5555

2250 Camrose Street

on most cellular networks.

HIGHLAND motel suites avail now, 1140 Burnaby Ave., 250809-1253, 250-488-2206

Cars - Sports & Imports

Legal Notices

Transportation

2001 PORSCHE Boxster S, $17,000 - Custom painted matt gun metal grey, plastidipped wheels, custom painted rims, tinted headlights, fogged out tail lights, new roof, new battery, this Porsche Boxster S turns heads and looks brand new. It’s got plenty of power under the hood to back up its look. 140,000 Km. Contact Isaac for more info: isaac@strawhouselabs.com (250) 801-3761

Bright & spacious, 2-bdrm, close to ammen. & Safeway, $950/mo inc util, 250-4622472 or 250-770-1381

Auto Accessories/Parts Used Tires, Huge Selection of used tires and wheels in stock. We might have what you need. Prices vary according to size and quality. Starting at $25.00. Call us or drop in to Larsens Excel 555 Okanagan Ave East 250-492-5630 Penticton

HOUSES: $1000 2.5 bedroom, 1 bath, some reno’s, 4 plex, lrg kitchen, pet on apprv, no smoking.Unfinished bsmt. Avail. May 15 (H 691-4) Prospective tenants must complete an application form at:

280 MAIN STREET, PENTICTON, B.C. V2A 5B2 PHONE: 250-493-4372 - www.rentalspenticton.com Only qualified applicants will be contacted.

Recreational/Sale 1999 Ford Four Winds V10 Class C MH, 29’. Only 34,300kms!!! Reduced to $21,900. Walk-around Q-bed with new mattress. Gas range/oven, & MW. Dual 2 door fridge. Generator. New battery. Sleeps 6-8. Pics available by e-mail karenchuck@eastlink.ca Motiv ated to sell! (illness) Osoyoos 250-495-3385 or 250-4861565 or 250-535-0091

Scrap Car Removal

Auctions

AUCTION RESTAURANT

s Dodd

If you see a wildﬁre, report it to

Be sure to pick up your complimentary poster when you advertise your garage or yard sale in the Penticton Western News. For weekend garage sales please have your ads in by Thursday 10am PRIOR.

250-492-0444

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Auctions

POSTERS

5000sqft bldg. & fenced outdoor storage in Kelowna at a great deal! Call 250-878-6455

Dodd

DELI & FOOD SERVICE EQUIPMENT

*1AA SCRAP REMOVAL. WE WILL BEAT ALL COMPETITORS PRICING, 250-801-4199

Legal WAREHOUSEMAN’S LIEN SALE In accordance with the Warehouseman’s Lien Act in the Province of British Columbia, goods and personal property of Ly Kim Nina was deposited with Penticton Towing for storage has been seized and will be disposed of for public sale on May 19, 2014 at 1380 Commercial Way, Penticton, British Columbia to recover the costs of the unpaid storage and all other costs in the amount of $4310.99. The property for sale consists of the following: 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee serial number 1J4GW58N61C609243. The property can be viewed by contacting the bailiff. The highest bid may not be accepted. All sealed bids must be sent to ALPHA BAILIFF’S AND COLLECTIONS a division of CAC BAILIFF’S AND COLLECTIONS LTD. 1380 Commercial Way, Penticton, British Columbia, V2A 3H6, email:cliff@alphabailiffs.com Phone 250-490-2030

Adult Escorts

1993 Ford Econoline Cargo van, 5L, auto, runs, drives excellent, replaced brakes, rad., belt, pulleys, fuel pump, go anywhere, $1200, call 778476-2046

JANICE, A delightful mistress for the discerning gentleman. I’m choosy, you should be too. Attractive, clean & affectionate, afternoons, Penticton, appointments only,250-460-1713 MALE 4 Male Erotic Massage $95., Winfield, 9-9 Daily 250-766-2048

Want to Rent

Trucks & Vans

WANTED RENTAL HOMES

SAT., MAY 10 11:00AM

Consignments now being accepted. This sale will feature a large selection of new and used food service equipment.

CONSIGN YOUR EQUIPMENT TODAY!! Dodds Auction • 3311 28th Ave., Vernon 250-545-3259 • 1-866-545-3259

View photos online at www.doddsauction.com

- Locke Property Management needs homes to rent. - Have a list of good tenants. - Having a problem with your tenants. - Can’t sell your home, try renting. - Let the professionals assist you. Locke Property Management Ltd. (in business since 1972)

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Learning at Lunch at the Penticton Public Library presents a seniors topic on the first and third Fridays of each month at noon. The topic is hearing loss, with Steph Sykes of Nextgen Hearing. Everyone is welcome to attend these free sessions, so bring your lunch; tea and cookies will be served. the South okanagan Genealogical Society presents Finding Early Canadian Records at 7 p.m. at the Penticton Library and Museum auditorium, 785 Main St. $5 fee for non SOGS members. Friday SociaL dance at South Main Drop-In Centre, 2965 South Main St. Join us for music by Vic and Band Masters starting at 7:30 p.m. $6 per person, All welcome. Bereavement the reSource Centre at 626 Martin St. hosts weekly drop-in grief support sessions Fridays at 10:30 a.m. For more info on other available programs or support in the loss of a pet, please call 250-490-1107. eight week grieF-Support walking group on alternate

Friday and Wednesday mornings starting at the Penticton Art Gallery from 10 a.m. to noon, April 11 to May 30. Please call Andrea at 250-4929071 ext. 2203 for more information. royaL canadian Legion branch 40 has daily lunches from Monday to Thursday, with fish and chips on Friday at 11:30 a.m., dinner at 4:30 p.m. SeniorS SingLeS Lunch Club welcomes 65-plus each Friday. For location call 250-496-5980 or 250770-8622. eLkS cLuB on Ellis Street has drop-in fun darts and pool at 7 p.m. anavetS haS a steak dinner at 5:30 p.m., karaoke with Jack Ramsay at 7 p.m., Scotch doubles pool at 6:30 p.m.. eagLeS have dinner from 5 to 7 p.m. with entertainment following. aLcohoLicS anonymouS haS a Primary Purpose meeting, at 7:30 p.m. in the Heritage Centre on Green Mountain Road. Bring your Big Book.

30th anniversary with a Thirty Years of Need Recognition Tea at Summerland United Church from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. If you volunteered for the Food Bank or its related activities you are invited to attend. Reply to info@ summerlandfoodbank.

org or 778-516-0015. automotive Swap meet: vintage, custom, muscle cars and parts from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Penticton Curling Club and SOEC parking lots, 505 Railway Ave. Admission is $2 and children under 12 are free. Contact Ron at 250462-2111. Organized by

the South Okanagan and Okanagan Vintage Car Clubs. naramata community choir with Hexaphone from Vancouver in concert on at 7:30 p.m. in the Penticton United Church. Adults are $15, students $10. meet LocaL artiStS,

enjoy live music by local musicians, coffee, smoothies and treats while supporting a local charity raising funds for widows and orphans in Africa from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Support local talent and pick up apiece of art work or support Gifts to Grandmothers by purchasing a handmade

tote bag at the Go Fresh Laudrymat. aLcohoLicS anonymouS haS its 12 bells group at noon at the Oasis United Church at 2964 Skaha Lake Rd. The Saturday night group meets at 8 p.m. at 150 Orchard Ave. and in Summerland, the Grapevine meeting is at 8

SATURDAY May 3

S ummerLand F ood Bank is marking its

Changes to Fees and Regulations at RDOS Landfills Starting May 1st, 2014

The Regional District of Okanagan‐Similkameen will be implemen�ng new Fees and Regula�ons as of May 1st, 2014 at the Campbell Mountain (Pen�cton), Okanagan Falls, Oliver and Keremeos Landlls. Below are some of the changes.

Material Type

Cost per Tonne

Further Informa�on

General Refuse (Garbage)

$95

Increased fee at Campbell Mtn, Okanagan Falls, Oliver and Keremeos Landlls. Free of Recyclables, Building Materials and Yard Waste or addi�onal nes applied.

Fruit Waste

$10

New fee to cover costs for compos�ng loads of culled fruit waste. Fruit waste not accepted at Okanagan Falls and Keremeos Landlls.

Concrete, Asphalt, Masonry, Ceramics

$20

Reduced fee for these materials when kept separate and placed in correct place at landll.

MAJOR CHANGES: Mixed Demoli�on, Renova�on and Construc�on Waste

New mixed Demoli�on, Renova�on and Construc�on (DRC) sort facility at the Okanagan Falls LandllI. For workers safety, the RDOS has a new applica�on to accept assessed and abated mixed DRC waste that meets WorkSafe BC regula�ons.  Contact the RDOS for informa�on on how mixed DRC waste can be brought in for the lowest �pping fees possible.  A�er an assessment and abatement has occurred, leave at least 5 business days from submi�ng mixed DRC applica�on un�l bringing waste to landll. Haulers will need to have a clearance document with each load of mixed DRC to receive lower fees.  Lumber, metal, gypsum, concrete, asphalt and masonry brought source separated to any RDOS landll will not require hazard assessments if clean of contaminates. Check with the RDOS for fees and deni�ons of these materials.

For more informa�on: Regional District of Okanagan‐Similkameen Solid Waste Division www.rdos.bc.ca info@rdos.bc.ca Phone: 250‐490‐4129 Toll Free: 1‐877‐610‐3737

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24TH ANNUAL

AUTOMOTiVE SWAP MEET 8am-4pm

p.m. at 13204 Henry Ave. Call service 24 hours is 250-490-9216. royaL canadian Legion branch 40 has crib at 10 a.m. meat draw at 2 p.m. eLkS cLuB on Ellis Street has crib at 10 a.m., drop-in darts at 4 p.m., meat draw at 4:30 p.m. and dinner at 5:30 p.m. charity BottLe drive

SATUrdAy, MAy 3

SOEC PArkiNg LOT & PENTiCTON CUrLiNg riNk Vintage, custom, muscle cars, motorcycles, antiques and collectibles. Admission $2.00, Children under 12 free. Over 100 Vendors!

Contact Ron 250 - 462 - 2111 Organized by the South Okanagan & Okanagan Vintage Car Clubs

with all money going to the Penticton Regional Hospital pediatric ward, SPCA and Critteraid. Drop off from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at IGA on Government Street. FraternaL order oF Eagles have hamburgers from noon to 4 p.m. Beaver races at 4 p.m. Guests welcome.

On May 28th, 2014 the Penticton Western News will be publishing our annual

“WOMEN IN BUSINESS” supplement. This very popular section is a showcase for the successful business women in the South Okanagan. Don’t miss this opportunity to have your story told! LIMITED SPACE AND IN FULL COLOUR

BE ONE OF OUR COVERGIRLS! Meet the early deadline booking and you may be chosen to be on this year’s cover! CALL YOUR SALES REPRESENTATIVE TODAY AT

sweller Christie Cras macy Knights Phar

250-492-3636

2250 CAMROSE STREET

aL-anon meetS at the Oasis United Church at 2964 Skaha Lake Rd. from 6 to 7 p.m. For info call 250-490-9272. SummerLand pLeaSure painterS meet every Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Harold Simpson Memorial Youth Centre. New members and dropins are welcome. Contact Ruth at 494-7627 for info. anavetS haS a Dragon Boat event at 11 a.m., dinner by Stu 5:30 p.m. and entertainment by Glory Days at 6:30 p.m.

SUNDAY May 4

the penticton radio Control Club is hosting an off-road race at 3803 McLean Creek Road, OK Falls. Registration is at 9:30 a.m. and racing starts at 10:30 a.m. Spectators are welcome. FriendS oF the Summerland Ornamental Gardens are holding their annual Spring Plant Sale and Festival from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. There will also be a special tomato growing talk by Pati Hill at 11 a.m., noon, and 1 p.m. More information at www. summerlandornamentalgardens.org. come dance to the greatest dance music ever made with D.J. Emil from 7 to 9 p.m. at the South Main Drop-In Centre, 2965 South Main St. $3 per person. All welcome. SurvivorShip’S FLea market runs every Sunday from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 1652 Fairview Rd. For more information call 250-493-6604. Spca FLea market every Sunday from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 1550 Main St. (in Wholesale Club parking lot). anavetS haS horSe races and meat draws at 2 p.m. aLcohoLicS anonymouS meetS in OK Falls at 10:30 a.m. at 5328 Hawthorne

St., then in Penticton at 11 a.m. for the women’s group at the Lawn Bowling Club, 260 Brunswick St. The Sunday 123 group meets at 8 p.m. in the Education Room in the basement of the Penticton hospital. The closed men’s group meets at 11 a.m. at the Eagles hall at 1197 Main St., side door, upstairs. royaL canadian Legion branch 40 has a meat draw at 2 p.m. church LakeLandS hoLdS Sunday services on the second floor of the Penticton Community Centre from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Everyone is welcome. For more info contact info@ lakelandschurch.com. eLkS cLuB on Ellis Street has dog races at 2:30 p.m., M&M meat draw and Last Man Standing. FraternaL order oF Eagles has wings from noon to 4 p.m. and a meat draw at 4 p.m. Members and guests welcome.

MONDAY May 5

iode thriFt Shop at 464 Main St. is open from 1 to 4 p.m. Monday to Saturday. Clothing, kitchenwares, china items, pictures and more. FraternaL order oF Eagles has pub dart league at 7:30 p.m. anavetS have dart and pool leagues at 7 p.m. South main drop-in Centre has improver line dance at 9 a.m., Scrabble at 10 a.m., carpet bowling at 10:45 a.m., easy to intermediate line dance at 1 p.m., and duplicate bridge at 1 p.m. evening Line dancing every Monday at 7 p.m., line dance lessons for beginners every Tuesday at 10 a.m. and intermediate every Thursday at 9 a.m. All lessons at the Oliver Senior Centre, 5876 Airport St., with teacher Claire Denney. Call 778-

439-2070 for more information. royaL canadian Legion branch 40 has dart dolls at 11 a.m., bridge at 1 p.m. and darts at 7 p.m. eLkS cLuB on Ellis Street has Monday night pub league at 7 p.m. Nonmembers welcome to join. m entaL w eLLneSS centre has Brown Bag family support group from noon to 1 p.m. weekly and individual support for family members from 2 to 4 p.m. weekly. Call 250-4937338 for more info.

TUESDAY May 6

anavetS have Stu’S Kitchen open for breakfast and lunch from 9:30 a.m. r oyaL c anadian Legion has a service officer at 1 p.m. FraternaL order oF Eagles has drop-in euchre at 7 p.m. Guests welcome. viSpaSSana (inSight) meditation for beginners or mature practitioners every Tuesday evening from 6:45 to 8:45 p.m. Please call Debora for details at 250-462-7340. All welcome, no charge. penticton c oncert Band rehearses from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Lutheran Church, 1370 Church St. Intermediate to advanced musicians. All band instruments. The band is available for performances. Phone 250-809-2087 for info or email info@ pentictonconcertband. ca. topS B.c. 4454 has weekly meetings from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at 445 Ellis St. Use back lane entrance. Meetings are downstairs. Phone Susan at 250-4965931 or Sally at 250-492-6556.

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Best auto body shop ____________________________

Leisure Activity

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Local goodness - tell us about your favourite place, event or hiking trail

Best book store ________________________________

Best place for mechanical service _________________

Best place to buy a cell phone _____________________

Best place to buy tires ___________________________

Best golf course________________________________ Best park _____________________________________

Wining and Dining

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The Best Dining in the South Okanagan

Best event of festival ____________________________

Best pharmacy ________________________________

Best atmosphere ______________________________

Best campground ______________________________

Best place to buy fresh produce ___________________

Best breakfast _________________________________

Best hiking trail ________________________________

Best bakery ___________________________________

Best lunch ____________________________________

Best place to buy meat __________________________

Best dinner ___________________________________

Best grocery store ______________________________

Best dessert bakery _____________________________

Best beer and wine store_________________________

Best food truck ________________________________

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Best family restaurant ___________________________

Business of the year___________________________

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Best hamburger/sandwich _______________________

Best overall customer service __________________

Best place to buy/service bicycles _________________

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Best place to buy flooring ________________________ Best place to buy health foods /vitamins _____________

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Health, Beauty & Style Who in the South Okanagan is the best - help us decide Best hair salon _________________________________ Best spa______________________________________

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Best fitness/yoga/workout facility __________________

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Best place to buy/service an RV ___________________

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