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‘Deplorable conditions’ Two Mexican farm workers relocated

by John Arendt

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Two Mexican farm workers at a Summerland farm have been relocated following allegations of workplace violations. Earlier this month, Bob Cowles, a Canadian worker who was also

working at the farm, said conditions were deplorable for the Mexican workers. “They’re not cattle. They’re not livestock. They’re human beings,” Cowles said. Pictures taken at the farm showed the outdoor cooking area just metres away from the portable toilet. The garage where the men were housed had no

lights, no electricity and no water. The two men, both in Canada under the Seasonal Agricultural Worker Program, met with Mayor Janice Perrino and MP Dan Albas late last week. “This is not acceptable in Summerland. It’s a real stain on our community,” Perrino said. “I was embarrassed and ashamed that some-

one in our community felt that they could treat

unacceptable.” She added that the Seasonal Agricultur“What happened to these two al Worker men is completely unaccept- P r o g r a m , w h i c h able.” Janice Perrino af al rl mo ewr ss to bring other human beings in in international workers the fashion in which during harvest, is a good they were treated. What program which needs to happened to these continue. two men is completely See INVESTIGATION Page 2

A recent survey lists the Okanagan Valley as one of the world’s top wine regions.

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Epilepsy website

A student-created website with information for people living with epilepsy has received international recognition.

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Musical ensemble

Musicians are volunteering their time to sing and play at seniors’ facilities in Summerland.

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Basketball action

A three-on-three basketball tournament will raise money for outdoor courts.

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Sprint Triathlon

The 15th annual Summerland Sprint and Kids of Steel Triathlon will bring athletes from around the region.

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YOUR SMILE A clear conscience is usually a sign of a bad memory.

Search and rescue effort

Carla McLeod Special to the Review

Volunteers with the Penticton and District Search and Rescue were out on the Trout Creek Trestle on Saturday assisting with a search for a missing hiker. From left are Ryanne Volrich, Marlene Kearsley, Cindy Smith and Ian King. They were monitoring the Swift Water Team, who were down in the canyon, searching Trout Creek, looking for the hiker.

Hiker found after five days by John Arendt

A hiker, missing from a Summerland orchard, was found near the Summerland Research Centre on Sunday morning, five days after he had last been seen. On Wednesday evening, Julien Landry, 25, a

worker at a Summerland orchard, had left to go hiking in the Trout Creek canyon area. Two days later, coworkers reported he was still missing. On Saturday, RCMP and Search and Rescue conducted a search in the canyon, using a heli-

copter, an airplane and searchers. Despite an extensive search on Saturday, Landry had not been located by the end of the day, Cst. Jacques Lefebvre of the Summerland RCMP detachment said. On Sunday at 10:39

a.m., a man walking near the Research Centre found Landry lying in the grass, injured. Landry was taken to hospital with a concussion and back injuries. Lefebvre said Landry told police he had been chased by a bear. He then climbed a tree

to escape. He stayed in the tree and fell asleep there. Landry fell from the tree, into the creek. He then made his way to the grass, where he was found on Sunday. By Tuesday, he was still in hospital but recovering, police said.

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A survey by USA Today rates the Okanagan Valley as one of the world’s top wine producing regions. The valley took the secondplace position in USA Today Readers’ Choice for Best Wine Region. For those in the wine industry, the report is cause for celebration. “It’s very exciting to see that we’re getting recognition at such a young stage,” said Julian Scholefield, president of the Bottleneck Drive group of Summerland wineries. “To get that kind of recognition as a region is really exciting.” Bottleneck Drive has 14 member wineries, many of them with short histories. Only two have been in place for more than 20 years. Christine Coletta, co-owner of Okanagan Crush Pad and a member of the Summerland Chamber of Commerce board of directors, said the international recognition will benefit the wineries and the region. “It’s always exciting and flattering when publications from outside Canada take notice of what we have to offer here in the Okanagan,” she said. “Of course we here at home have known all along what a gem we have, and we look forward to welcoming more people to visit and see what the valley offers as a result of this wide coverage.” Christine Petkau, manager of the Summerland Chamber of Commerce, said the recognition will help in marketing the Okanagan Valley. “This is a fantastic and much deserved recognition for Okanagan wineries and will definitely contribute to a greater awareness of our region around the world,” she said. “Here in Summer-

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Julian Scholefield, president of the Bottleneck Drive group of Summerland wineries, raises a glass in celebration following a USA Today survey which ranked the Okanagan Valley in second place among the world’s wine regions.

land, the 14 wineries of Bottleneck Drive offer not only award winning wines, they also have amazing experiences to delight visitors.” Ellen Walker-Matthews, marketing chair for the Okanagan Wine Festivals, said the second-place finish is an honour for the region’s wineries. “This will continue to build the incredible momentum we

have seen in our wine region over the past several years,” she said. The top rated wine region in the USA Today survey was Alentjo, Portugal. Others in the top 10 are Maipo, Chile; Marlborough, New Zealand; Croatia; Napa Valley, California; Tuscany, Italy; Oregon; Hunter Valley, Australia and Virginia.

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Albas said there is credible evidence of mistreatment of workers and abuse of the program in this instance. “There’s a whole host of rules that have been broken,” he said. He has asked for an investigation into the allegations of abuse and mistreatment. Penalties for the farmer could include fines, public blacklisting and future

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ineligibility from participating in the Seasonal A g r i cultural Wo r k e r Dan Program. Albas “There has to be strong action taken,” he said. MLA Dan Ashton said there have been other issues with workers under the Seasonal Agri-

cultural Worker Program receiving poor treatment or being subjected to bad conditions in the South Okanagan. He said a farmer who does not follow the standards in place for the Seasonal Agricultural Worker Program can be disqualified from participating in the future. “If a farmer is not prepared to look after the workers properly, he loses the chance to have this employ-

ment,” Ashton said. Perrino said those who notice employers mistreating workers under the program have an obligation to report the abuses. “We all have a responsibility to make sure every person who is here, particularly those who are most vulnerable, are appropriately treated,” she said. The two workers are now in the Fraser Valley, at another farm.

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POLICE REPORT Quad recovered

On Aug. 12, Summerland RCMP recovered a stolen Razor quad on Conkle mountain. Police say there was no damage to the quad other than damage to the ignition.

Motorcyclists injured

A motorcycle operator and passenger were taken to hospital with injuries following a motor vehicle accident on the afternoon of Aug. 13. The accident occurred on Highway 97 at Lakeshore Drive when a truck pulling a camper turned onto the highway.

Bear observed

On Aug. 16, police were called after a bear was seen on top of garbage containers across the street from the Summerland Waterfront Resort. The lids were dented as a result. This is not the first time bears have been observed in the area. Six months ago, conservation officers were called to deal with problem bears at the same section of Lakeshore Drive.

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Firefighters responded quickly when a wildfire was reported on the Princeton-Summerland Road at the western edge of Summerland on Aug. 13. A fire ban is in place as a result of extremely dry conditions in the community.

The Summerland Asset Development Initiative

Epilepsy website a finalist for award by John Arendt

A student website providing information about epilepsy has been named a finalist in an international competition. The Epilepsy Awareness Squad website was created in June 2013 by Caitie Shaw and Dan Nixon, two students from Summerland Secondary School. The site, at easquad.org, and its social media platforms provide information for those living with epilepsy. The site also offers those living with epilepsy a chance to share their experiences and meet others with the disorder. The stories on the site are from people from around the world. Initially, the Epilepsy Awareness Squad site was viewed by two to three people a day, but in late spring, after Shaw participated in a conference

in San Francisco, the number of views increased. Today, the site averages 100 visitors a day. Nixon and Shaw are now looking into the requirements for nonprofit status. The site was entered in the World Summit Youth Award 2014. This is an international competition recognizing excellence on the use of the Internet for social empowerment. The contest is designed to motivate people under the age of 30 to contribute to the achievement of the United Nations Millennium Development Goals. The goals, set in 2000, involve fighting poverty, hunger, disease, inequalities, lack of education and environmental degradation. There were 1,896 entries from 138 countries for this year’s awards. A global jury has selected 85 projects as finalists. There are just two

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Protecting farm workers Reports of poor living conditions for foreign workers at one Summerland farm are cause for concern. Last week, two Mexican workers, in Canada under the Seasonal Agricultural Worker Program, met with Mayor Janice Perrino and MP Dan Albas to describe the conditions they experienced at the farm. The response after hearing the allegations about the conditions was one of shock and disgust. Unfortunately, incidents such as this one are not unique in the Okanagan Valley. In the past, there have been other reports about poor conditions for Seasonal Agricultural Worker Program participants at other farms and orchards. Any mistreatment of workers is a serious matter and must be addressed. It becomes much more disturbing when the workers are among the most vulnerable. The farm workers who participate in the program come here at a disadvantage. They do not speak either of Canada’s official languages and they do not know where they can go if they believe they are not being treated fairly. For this reason, it is the responsibility of the rest of us to speak out when allegations of mistreatment are brought to our attention. A Canadian farm worker and some Summerland residents were instrumental in raising the concerns and as a result, Albas is calling for an investigation into the mistreatment of the farm workers. The investigation must now run its course and appropriate measures must be taken. The next step is to examine the Seasonal Agricultural Worker Program to ensure workers who participate in the future will not face similar conditions.

A website about epilepsy, created by Summerland students, is a finalist in an international competition. The site was created last year by Caitie Shaw and Dan Nixon to provide information and share stories from people living with epilepsy. Creating the site, at easquad. org, has taken a lot of effort, but the result is impressive. The international recognition speaks to the quality of this site.

What we know about the mine spill Today I’ll attempt to cut through the speculation and fear-mongering that have swirled around the Mount Polley mine dam breach and tell you what’s really known. As Black Press and our local publication the Williams Lake Tribune reported before and after the incident, the mine reopened in 2005 after a four-year shutdown and was expanding its operation, Tom Fletcher including the tailings pond. Rising metal prices helped put 380 unionized employees plus management back to work. Most are now working on rebuilding the tailings dam and cleaning up the spill site. Imperial Metals applied earlier this summer for an increase in water discharge, and was waiting for B.C. government approval at the time of the Aug. 4 dam breach. This was to be the second amendment to a water release permit issued when the mine started up in 1997. It has had a surplus of water due to rain and snow accumulation since it opened (under an NDP government, for those who want to turn everything into a political corruption story). The reason water release has been allowed is that in the absence of acid-producing rock, metal contamination of water is minimized.

Imperial Metals’ routine tests with rainbow trout in undiluted tailings pond water have now been confirmed by environment ministry results, and water and fish from all but the immediate spill area have been cleared for human consumption. For an example of acid mine drainage, look up the Britannia Mine Museum, now a reclaimed national historic site with a water treatment plant built to function for hundreds of years. Before that, acid-produced toxic metal pollution drained from the abandoned mine into Howe Sound for decades. Early tests at Mount Polley indicate that this sort of longterm water remediation may not be required. The initial pulse of suspended sediment didn’t last long enough to affect fish in most of Quesnel Lake, much less the Fraser River system. Sediment tests show elevated iron and copper, with “leachability” results to come. Containment and removal will have to be undertaken. On May 24 of this year, Mount Polley received the first high water warning in its history. This was not a “breach,” contrary to some reports. The latest water permit application and work to raise the dam took place after that. It’s not difficult to deduce from aerial photos what was happening as mine management found ways to extend operation, including an under-

ground phase. The pond was filling up with pulverized rock, reducing its capacity to hold water. Most of the accumulation is still there for all to see, as is the crosssection of the dam so abruptly exposed in the wee hours of Aug. 4. It may be months before inspectors and geotechnical engineers can determine the cause of the breach, which occurred with the water level 2.5 metres below the top of the dam, well within permit specifications. Either the design of the earthworks was not adequate, or it was not adequately followed. TV crews have packed up and left, after sucking out the initial drama and retailing every sensational claim they could find. Tourism operators are pleading with people not to turn their backs on the region after that influx of visitors. Professional environmentalists are now exploiting Mount Polley as part of their campaign to de-industrialize B.C. A key propaganda tool is a single picture of a salmon with skin removed from part of its dorsal region. No such fish has been produced, and a single rainbow trout collected the day of the spill is the only confirmed aquatic casualty. Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press. Twitter: @ tomfletcherbc Email: tfletcher@blackpress.ca

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An accident last week involving a motorcycle and a truck on Highway 97 resulted in injuries to the motorcycle operator and passenger. It could have been much more serious. A car or truck provides some protection to its occupants. On a motorcycle, this protection is absent. A collision involving a car or truck and a motorcycle will seldom end well for the motorcycle rider and passenger. Extra caution is needed when motorcycles are on the highways.

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Tax change slows down thrift shop Dear Editor: I am a volunteer at the Summerland Health Care Auxiliary Thrift Shop, and I believe I reflect the views of most of our volunteers, along with our large number of customers, when I question the provincial government’s decision to

force us to pay tax, on many of the used goods we sell. Not one single person, who works at the shop, is paid so much as a penny. Every single dollar we take in, beyond the small amount it takes us to operate the shop, goes to our local health care sys-

tem, well in excess of $300,000 each year. Penticton Regional Hospital gets by far the largest portion of our donations, which benefits the people living anywhere in the area, served by PRH. The goods we sell are all donated, mostly by Summerland

residents, and most of it would go to the local landfill, if someone wasn’t willing to collect, sort, price, test, repair, put out on display, and finally to sell these items. The volunteers who work the front counter add baskets of purchases in their heads. Most of us range

from about 65 to 85 years of age. We cannot afford to change our entire system, with a till for each volunteer, and large amounts of counter space to process everything. Nor do we have the space. And so we don’t charge our customers the tax, but instead

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it is paid out of the money that would otherwise go to the health care system. Which is, as everyone knows, a provincial government responsibility. I’ve yet to hear an explanation, that makes one iota of sense. Our lineups, on busy days, and busy times of every day, used to be long enough. But now, with each volunteer having to separate all the items, into taxable and non taxable, prior to adding each pile separately, it slows things

down considerably. Add to that the fact that we each have to give the cashier two different figures, which she has to ring in separately, slows the process even further. Volunteers are unhappy. Customers are unhappy. But I think we could all accept it better if only the powers that be, in our provincial government, could explain who is benefitting from it all. I have written to our local MLA, asking that question, but so far, have not had a reply. Diane Prentice Summerland

Horse needs a good home

Just peachy

Photo courtesy of the Summerland Museum

You don’t usually think of picking peaches as hot, dusty work, but to George Brimble, Ben Sherk, and J. McKenzie, that’s probably just what it was. In 1910, the trees were watered via irrigation ditches, not sprinklers, and in many orchards the trees were surrounded by dry soil and a few drought tolerant weeds. Though conditions aren’t quite as harsh today, it still takes hard work and dedication to bring in the August peach harvest. So enjoy the efforts of our local orchardists, fill up on the sweet fruits of their labours and have a very peachy August.

Milk was promoted in wine region Dear Editor: Having seen much written recently about the best wine regions, etc., I felt compelled to write about one probably few Canadians ever visit. I worked in France in the early 1960s on a US/NATO Cold War Defense contract. We had to visit all the US Air Bases in Europe, Western Asia, and Africa. On one of those visits, my team of four

Electronic Tech Reps were driving through the France/Germany border region, and we stopped to overnight in Nancy, in France. It happened that there was a huge Wine Festival in progress at the time. That region is mainly known for white wines, many of the varieties would be familiar here in the Okanagan. At the time, the recent (or current, I

don’t recall exactly) French President Pierre MendesFrance was on a campaign to get the people of France to start drinking milk rather than wine, he had a healthier and more nutritional lifestyle in mind for the French people. As we walked downtown to a restaurant for dinner, I suddenly stopped and pointed. Across the intersection was a square

building about eight stories tall. Between the fourth and fifth level was one of those New York Times Square type signs that have the brightly lit words travelling continuously around the building. We all had a great laugh at the local wit and humour. The sign read (hopefully I still have some French left in me): “Quand les vaches mange les raisins, nous bouverons

Visibility limited at crest of hill Dear Editor: Do the drivers who use Cedar Avenue as

a speedway realize that Cedar crests at the corner of Lenzi

Street? Those cars are blind to the north and south until they

mount that crest. Lorraine Taylor Summerland

du lait.” “When the cows eat grapes, we will drink milk.” It still brings on a hearty chuckle when I think about that evening. Gary Bazan Summerland 11

Dear Editor: I am concerned about the disconnect between the stated mandate of Critteraid and their actions. If they truly want to rescue, rehabilitate when necessary and then find a good family home for them to live the rest of their days, then I am confused as to why this lovely horse named Avalon is not going to a loving home with experienced horse people. And for no apparent reason. This is, unfortunately, not the first time that I have heard of Critteraid denying an adoption for no apparent reason. I know of a few other similar cases including an attempt to adopt an animal because it was left on its own after its partner died through no fault of the owner. Critteraid refused to let this family adopt one of them even though it is

very well known that these particular animals fare much better when socializing with their own kind and even though they had a good number supposedly available. The one left behind is depressed and lonely. I am confused as to the purpose of this charitable organization. And I would like to read an explanation as to why and how this board of directors is denying Avalon its own forever home. After all, would you prefer a child to be left in an institution like an orphanage or to be adopted by a loving family? Surely we all know the answer to that. Any charitable organization should be accountable to those who support it through donations of time and money. Kathy Dilar Summerland

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is not uncommon for your teeth to be sensitive following dental work. The fact is that your teeth were “traumatized” during the treatment and require some time to heal. The good news is that 89% of teeth that are treated will eventually settle down. This can take anywhere from 2-90 days. Most patients are sensitive for about 2 weeks, but it is usually a mild sensitivity. I recommend chewing softer foods or avoiding chewing on your sensitive teeth for at least a few days. Teeth are often more sensitive to cold, so the use a straw will help a refreshing liquid bypass your teeth. In some cases, the sensitivity continues because the fillings do not fit into your bite very well. This can mean a followup appointment to fine tune the bite. If you are experiencing severe pain (7/10 or more), are waking up at night, or you are constantly take pain medication, your tooth may need a root canal. Take some Advil and give it a few days to see if the pain is getting better. Most teeth will heal given time. Patience is a virtue!

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Waterfront Resort honoured for environmental commitment by Sophia Jackson The Summerland Waterfront Resort is getting high praise through the online travel site, TripAdvisor. The resort is ranked the number one hotel in Summerland and number 11 out of 154 hotels in the Okanagan. TripAdvisor has also lauded the Resort with the Platinum rating, the highest level under their new GreenLeader designation, which ranks companies based on their commitment to environmentally

friendly practices.

New members

The Summerland Chamber welcomes the following new members: Curio Cat, Little Lupo Dog Daycare, Matthew Environmental Consulting, Oak Design MFG, Pearce Taylor Law Corporation, Quail Crossing Farm Services, SB2 Construction Ltd., Shooting Star Maintenance and Landscaping, Summerland House on the Lake B&B, Summerland Potters Guild and VP Construction.

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Summerland’s

Shoppers Drug Mart has a new owner/ pharmacist. At just 25, Austin Ojala’s knowledge as a pharmacist is paired with a long-time passion for business. He and his wife, who is also a pharmacist, moved to Summerland from Alberta, drawn by the business opportunity and the Okanagan lifestyle. They are looking forward to getting involved in the community. Ivan Huang has taken over management of Summerland Necessities on Rosedale, which is getting a name

Super moon

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A large August full moon rises over Giant’s Head Mountain. The moon, at 356,896 kilometres from earth, is at its closest distance from the Earth and is known as a super moon.

SCHOOL DISTRICT No. 67 (OKANAGAN SKAHA)

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Congratulations to Chantelle Meriam of Edward Jones who has achieved the designation of Certified Financial Planner. The designation is obtained through extensive education, a rigorous standardized national examination process, comprehensive continuing education requirements and accountability to the Financial Planning Standards Council for a code of ethics, practice standards, and the rules and regulations of a professional body. Keller ’s Cellar U-brew on Victoria is looking bright and modern following in-store renovations including new floors, lighting, shelving and a new reception area. Sophia Jackson is the Membership Services and Events Coordinator for the Summerland Chamber of Economic Development and Tourism.

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♦ All students new to the district who did not previously attend school in Penticton or Summerland in June 2014 are asked to register at their catchment schools. Please bring the student’s birth certificate, student’s BC Care Card or BC Services Card, parent’s BC Care Card, proof of address, any custody agreement/guardianship papers (if applicable) and most recent report card.

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The wineries of Bottleneck Drive are once again collaborating for an exciting tasting event, which will be held on Sept. 13, during the Fall Fair. The Summerland Wine Fair will be the largest ever tasting tour of Summerland wines, with a chance to meet the wine makers and of course to sample some of the new and award-winning wines.

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Seventy years and nearly 8,000 kilometres later, two long, lost friends, both from Summerland, met up again recently at Penticton Regional Hospital. U n k n o w i n g l y, Henry Vandenburgh who is now 87, and 93-year-old Dick Gouwenberg who grew up together in the small seaside city of Den Helder, are neighbours at the hospital. It was actually Dick’s son Nick who made the connection after running into Henry one day in the hallway at PRH. “I just happened to see him and I figured he was Dutch and we started talking,” recalled Nick who is here visiting from Salmon Arm. “Then, all of a sudden we find out that he’s from the same town in Holland as dad and we couldn’t believe it. That’s pretty amazing, it’s a very small world.” The two now live

ing in Summerland before being admitted to the hospital. Dick was also surprised to find someone from the past that close by. “That’s unbelievable after that long,” he said, looking over at his friend in the wheelchair. “I don’t remember too much, we were quite young then but it is that same little voice. We did go to the same beaches and rode in the same school bus but I was older.” According to Nick the families of both men have now become friends and it’s not unusual for them to spend time on the patio “chit chatting” with their dads. And when asked if it really is a small world, Henry’s smile widened and he replied: “It certainly is.”

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in Summerland. Gouwenberg has lived in the community for 28 years and Vandenburgh moved from Lake Country five years ago. Shortly afterwards he got the pair together again and since then they have been pretty much inseparable, spending a lot time together reminiscing on the outdoor patio on their floor. “I was really surprised to see him after that long a time,” said Henry Wednesday. “It was really good to see him again and we talked mostly about people we know. “We went to the same school, rode the same bus — there was a big group of us children, 12 or more, always together.” The two men lost touch after coming to Canada in 1950 and both had been liv-

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Ensemble performs at seniors’ facilities by Carla McLeod Special to the Review

The musical group Three’s Company now call themselves Five’s Company or Seven’s Company — depending on how many of their members show up to play. They get together, volunteering their time to sing and play at four local seniors’ facilities. They entertain at a different one each Wednesday of every month. Trevor Ling moved to Summerland twelve years ago and met up with pianist Joan Gilliard. “We got chatting

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Seven’s Company perform at Angus Place the second Wednesday of every month. Pictured from left are, Jim Gillis, Joan Hiele, Ann Saunders, Trevor Ling, Al Kuppe and Ian Macdougall. Missing from the photo is Chris Barron.

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local seniors’ places. I told her I had done that in Ontario so she said I ought to join her,” explained Ling. “We played together for a year and then we met Joan Hiele. She liked to sing and we asked her to join us, so then we had three. It was Three’s Company then.” Ling himself had started playing the banjo at the age of 11. As an adult he played in the Toronto Banjo Band for 10 years. “I always like the sound of the banjo,” he said. “They say you can’t play a sad song on the banjo, it has to be a happy

song.” As for Hiele, she said, “I love to sing. I’ve been singing since I was knee high to a grasshopper. I grew up in Newfoundland and music is one of the biggest things in our lives. When I was invited to join I felt like it was something I wanted to do.” Eventually others joined the trio. Jim Gillis plays guitar and sings. Ian Macdougall was asked to fill in for one week and liked it so much he joined. “I’ve been playing violin for 70 years. It’s always been a number one hobby for me,” he said.

“For me I’ll play anywhere, anytime and almost anything.” Al Kuppe also plays violin with the group and has been doing so for five years. Ann Saunders said she was playing the ukulele on a tour bus when she met these people at a dance club. “They said, why don’t you bring your ukulele and join our little band,” and so she did. Earlier this year, Gilliard, who initiated the group, retired. Since she left, Chris Barron has been playing the piano and is now the newest member of

the band. The group has some help with transporting their equipment and setting up each week. “The spouses are the groupies and the porters,” said Saunders. “They are the critics as well,” added Ling. The band uses four different binders, with 80 songs in each. They use a different binder every month as they make their rounds to each facility. This way the residents hear different tunes all the time. “We play for an hour,” Ling said. “We don’t get through the whole book so sometimes we start in the middle the next time around.” Occasionally the band will try out a new song, but they never rehearse. “We tell the audience, this is the first time we’ve played this together, so you’ll have to cut us a bit of slack,” explained Ling. Speaking about the residents that they entertain each week, Saunders said, “They’re all just so happy to hear any kind of music from their era that they can sing along to and enjoy.” Hiele thinks that they, who are sing-

ing and playing, get more out of it than those who are listening. “It makes you feel good. You know that you are making them feel joyful,” she said. “Many of them can’t remember what they had for lunch but they can remember a song they learned at their mother’s lap.” “They always say music is food for the soul,” said Saunders. Marj Plitt of Angus Place confirms this statement. “It’s great to have them here because it lifts our spirits,” she said. Looking towards retirement Hiele mused, “I’m hoping that down the road if I find myself in a facility like this, somebody will come and sing to me.” For now Seven’s Company intends to continue to entertain. Speaking for the group Macdougall said, “They enjoy it and we enjoy playing. We’ll keep playing for as long as we’re wanted.” 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.

able continuity for both our families and staff,” said Sheila Hawthorne, president of the school’s board of directors. Cal Johnson, the former head of school, is moving to a new position in Kimberly. During his 11 years as head of school, Johnson implemented the school’s Junior Kindergarten program, the hockey

development program, the house system for students and the Grade 4 and 5 field trips to Silver Lake and Victoria. “Cal has done a wonderful job as the head of school and will be greatly missed,” Hawthorne said. “He has a great opportunity in Kimberly, so we are sending him off with our thanks and best wishes.”

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Basketball tournament organized Summerland will host a three-on-three basketball tournament next month at the outdoor courts at Summerland Middle School.

The tournament will be held Sept. 20 and 21. It is being organized to raise money for a new outdoor basketball facility in Summer-

land. Abishek Lekhi, organizer of the tournament, hopes to have between 50 and 100 participants in this year’s event.

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merland Secondary School gym. The event last year drew 30 participants from around the region and raised around $500. This year, Lekhi

hopes to raise twice as much through the tournament. An early bird registration rate is in place until Sept. 1. Registrations will close on Sept. 14.

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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. Euchre is played every second and fourth Thursday at 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

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9918 Julia Street Worship with us, Sunday at 10:00 am Loving God, Loving People Pastor: Rev. Don Huston

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p.m. in Penticton at the United Church on Main and Eckhardt, Room 202. Call 250486-5313. SADI youth centre, Thursday, Aug. 21, Atlantis Waterslides in Vernon, 11:30 a.m. Check Facebook for more details. 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 Horseshoe Club is looking for new members. Practices are held in Memorial Park on Tuesday and Thursday evenings at 6 p.m. Call Ron Moser at 250-494-0450. 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 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.

Friday

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. 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. beginning Sept. 5. Come and enjoy or check it out. Drop-ins

welcome. SADI youth centre, Friday, Aug. 22, The Great Sombrero Game, 1 p.m. Scandia at 6 p.m. Tai chi in Memorial Park, weather permitting, Fridays and Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. Contact Nancy at 250494-8902. 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.

Sunday

Drop-in co-ed beach volleyball begins at the Peach Orchard court in Summerland every Sunday through July and August. For more info contact Don Gayton at 250-494-1858. 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

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 9 p.m. at Summerland Baptist Church, Fireside Room. For more information contact Hans at 250-494-7127. SADI youth centre, Monday Aug. 25, Gyro Beach Water Sports, Kelowna, 1 p.m. 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

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If you would like to have your event listed on this page, please e-mail us at news@ summerlandreview.com, send us a fax at 250494-5453 or drop off your information at the Summerland Review, 13226 Victoria Rd. N, Summerland. The Summerland Review’s website at summerlandreview.com also has an online calendar where you can list your events.

S 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

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. Penticton Concert Band practices Tuesdays from 7 to 8:30 p.m. New members welcome. Intermediate to advanced players. Call Gerald at 250-809-2087. 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. Email questsociety@shaw.ca SADI youth centre, Tuesday, Aug. 26, Big Ball Day, 1 p.m. Movie night at 6 p.m. 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 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 250-4944339. 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. Whist is played on

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Wednesday

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. Meetings are the third Wednesday of the month. Contact Jan Carlson at 250-4945112 for more information. SADI youth centre, Wednesday, Aug 27, beach day, (depending on the weather) 1 p.m. Guys night, 6 p.m. 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 responsible 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. Wednesdays on the Water free musical concert series at Spirit Square, Peach Orchard Beach Aug. 27 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. featuring the Dreamland Band, a 17-piece big band. Bring your dancing shoes.

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Carpet bowling starts Sept. 4 at the Summerland Seniors’ Drop-in Centre and will be held every Thursday at 10 a.m. and every Sunday at 1:15 p.m. Join geologist Kathleen Jagger on Saturday, Aug. 23 for this intriguing tour where she details the various rock types and formations found in

Summerland. Giant’s Head Mountain is the remnant of a volcanic blast many, many years ago and this tour includes a stop at the top for a breathtaking panoramic view of our beautiful valley.The tour is from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and tickets can be purchased at the museum. Visit www.summerlandmuseum.org or call 250-494-9395 for more information. Book now to ensure a seat. Just a reminder to all the home owners who want to enter the Summerland Fall Fair Front Lawn contest to get busy and prepare them now. It is still not too late to get out the pick and shovel and do some major renovations, or to put in some new plants or trees to help make Summerland bloom. Eco-friendly lawns are very much eligible for the first and second prizes of $100 and $50 as well. Don’t forget the necessary pictures of 4x6 to enter the contest. 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. Penticton Writers and Publishers Annual General Meeting Thursday, Sept. 18 at 6:45 p.m. at Leir House, Manor Park Road. All welcome. SADI Drop-In open Monday to Friday. Please sign up for special events by leaving a comment on Facebook. 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 info or join Summerland Bakers on Facebook. The Summerland Fruit Tree Project is seeking volunteers. The project collaborates with tree owners looking to get rid of unwanted fruit and organizations within the community who need fresh produce. We pick Tuesdays and Wednesdays most weeks. For more information, to register your tree or to volunteer please call 250-4949722.

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Spending summertime in Toyokoro In Japan, students are on Summer Vacation from the end of July to the middle of August. This break allows many ALTs to take some of their allotted time off and it gives them the opportunity to travel the country. For example this being one of the two months in the year where it’s safe to hike Mount Fuji, many people choose to do that. I, on the other hand, along with four friends, chose to travel down to Kyoto. About three months ago, we bought our tickets and up until about a week before we

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Anna Marshall left, everyone’s first comment to me after telling them was ‘eh, atsui desu ne?’ meaning ‘wow, it’s going to be hot, hey?’ About a week before we left, that comment turned into less about how hot it will be and more

about the up and coming typhoon. Well, regardless of the typhoon we still decided to go. As soon as we got to Kyoto, we were assaulted by the unescapable heat, and humidity. But thankfully, that heat only stayed for the Friday when on the Saturday, we couldn’t get away from the torrential downpour. Wanting to see the sights, and get our money’s worth, we still tried to see as much as we could (regardless of the small rivers pooling on the side of the road). On the Saturday, we saw a temple called ‘Kiyo (pure)

Mizu (water) dera (temple)’. There were pools of fresh water, with ladles in them which were meant to wash your hands and drink from on a hot day. Apparently it’s quite refreshing. On the Sunday, it was probably the worst for rain and wind. We took a city bus to ‘Kinkaku ji (Gold Pavilion)’. The main attraction to this sight is a golden Zen Buddhist temple in the middle of a moat. The temple was burnt down by a novice monk in 1950, but quickly rebuilt. On Monday, our final day in Kyoto, we visited a ninja house, and opted

out of , what I like to call - ‘Monkey Mountain’ (Arashi Yama) expecting the day to be following suit of the weather over the previous days. Well, we were wrong, and instead we listened to a tour about the ninja house’s history while it beamed sunlight down outside. It was really interest-

drug-free life. While police officers teach the program, the cost of the student learning materials is covered by community donations so the program can be offered free to all students. Papagiannis said the DARE B.C. Society, a registered charitable organization, helps raise funds within each community to cover the cost of the student learning materials. “We are very grateful to these community organizations for their generous contributions to DARE B.C. to help cover the cost of the learning materials for the students who took the program during the 2013 to 2014 school year,” he said. Retired staff sgt. Chuck Doucette, who

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Anyways, it was a great first trip outside of Hokkaido. Japanese proverb Ame (rain) futte (to fall/to rain) ji (earth) katamaru (to harden) – adversity builds character. Anna Marshall is in Summerland’s sister city of Toyokoro, Japan as the assistant English teacher.

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DARE program receives funding from community Three community organizations donated a total of $1,250 during the past school year to help local RCMP officers teach the internationally recognized Drug Abuse Resistance Education program to 107 Summerland Grade 5 or 6 school children. The Summerland Rotary Club and the Associations of Summerland Fire Fighters each donated $500 while the Apple Valley Cruisers contributed $250. RCMP Sgt. Gus Papagiannis, who oversees the DARE program in B.C., said more than 200 police officers teach DARE each year to thousands of school children to equip them with the critical thinking and life skills necessary to choose a

ing, but I couldn’t help but feel a little let down about the sunny weather. On Monday night, we returned to Sapporo. We actually followed the typhoon up through Japan, and for the first day back, the weather was reminiscent of the weather back in Kyoto.

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SCOREBOARD Golf Summerland Ladies Club On Tuesday, Aug. 12, Summerland Golf and Country Ladies Club played a low gross/ low net competition. First Flight: Low gross Linda Brussee, 85; low net Mandy McConaghy, 74. Second Flight: Low gross Frances Colussi, 90; low net Helen Benalick, 69. Third Flight: Low gross Anka Manders, 99; low net Julie Macauley, 73.

Sumac Ridge Golf Club The Sumac Ridge Golf Club Senior Men played on Aug 13. Results: Low gross Gerry Bryant, 33. Low net Grant Fletcher, 25. Birds, Livio Mazzocato. Closest to pin, Livio Mazzocato. Longest putt, John Berrow.

Summerland Senior Men’s Club The Summerland Senior Men’s Club played a gross-net-gross-net event on Aug. 14. Rick Gotobed fired a fine 74 to take low gross honours by countback over Bob Fortune while Joe Prokopchuk had a splendid 62 to lead all flights. Five players shared the deuce pot with Doug Steinke scoring a pair. First Flight: First gross Rick Gotobed, 74; first net Joe Prokopchuk, 62; second gross Bob Fortune, 74; second net Les Brough, 65. Second Flight: First gross Reg Crane, 84; first net Frank Davie, 68; second gross Ron Unger, 85; second net Terry Steinke, 70. Third Flight: First gross Ian Rogers, 94; first net Bill McLean, 69; second gross Wally Barton, 99; second net Stuart Scott, 69.

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Hockey players work on a drill during one of the sessions at the MacGillivray Hockey School at the Summerland Arena. Throughout the summer, the arena hosts summer hockey schools and camps. Hockey season will begin in September.

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Triathletes of all ages will participate in the 15th annual Summerland Sprint and Kids of Steel Triathlon at the end of August. The event, on Aug. 31 from 8:30 a.m. to noon, will be held at Peach Orchard Park. It includes the Sprint Triathlon for those 16 years of age and older and the Kids of Steel Triathlon for youths between six

and 15 years of age. Race director Delano Duchek said more than 250 people have already registered. He anticipates more than 400 participants this year. The distances are considerably shorter than in the Challenge Penticton triathlon the weekend earlier. For those competing in the Sprint Triathlon, the event includes a 750-metre

swim, a 20-kilometre bike component and a five-kilometre run. Duchek said each of the three segments in Challenge and Ironman events are eight to 10 times longer than in a Sprint competition. Preparing for a Sprint event requires between 30 and 60 minutes a day of training, he said. The Kids of Steel Triathlon competitors

will have shorter distances, depending on their ages. To register, visit orcaswimclub.net. Duchek said the triathlon is the Summerland Orca Swim Club’s largest fundraiser of the year. “It is such a positive local event that draws in athletes from out of province but also highlights many local athletes and families who

enjoy participating in the experience,” he said. Between 70 and 100 volunteers will assist with the triathlon on the day of the event. Lakeshore Drive will be closed to motor vehicle traffic on Aug. 31 from 8 a.m. to noon because of the triathlon. The awards presentation will begin at 1 p.m.

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reach capacity for this season. While the final registration will take place Sept. 9 from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m., Malar urges those interested in joining to register early. Four years ago, when Malar became head coach of Orca, there were 60 swimmers in the program. Today there are more than 100. “I think everyone recognizes the

importance of being water safe and being physically fit,” she said. Orca has programs for swimmers from five years of age and up. The programs include competitive swimming options as well as skills development for those who do not wish to compete. Registration forms are available online at orcaswimclub.net.

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rad will be deeply missed by his loving wife Vera; daughter Jennifer Wise (Travis); stepdaughter Corri Schindel (Craig); stepson Jarrett Kazakoff (Shannon); 4 grandchildren, Gavon Wise, Madison and Joshua Schindel, Jordan Kazakoff; and all his family and friends. Brad was a mechanic and owner of BUSHPILOT AUTO REPAIRS. He enjoyed an outdoor life of camping, fishing and just relaxing around a campfire with friends and motorcycle rides. Brad’s biggest passion was flying and working on his 1947 Super Chief Aeronca plane with floats. Brad will be deeply missed by everyone who knew him. He had a way of touching everyone’s heart. Brad was a member of the Royal Canadian Legion for 24 years and so a “Celebration of Life” will be held September 7, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. at the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 22, Summerland BC. Luncheon provided.

COULTER, Mary Ellen May 12/1924 - August 17/2014

It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of our Mom, Mary Ellen Coulter, of Nanaimo, BC. Mary was born on May 12, 1924 in Montreal, Quebec and passed away peacefully in her sleep on May 17, 2014, enveloped in love. She now joins her loving husband of 63 years, William Hugh, and is survived by her son David (Willina), daughter Heather Ginter (Don), grandchildren Darcy Hancock(Dave), Christopher Coulter, Sara Coulter, great grandchildren Claudia Hancock and Ryan Hancock, as well as many loving nieces, and nephews. You will be forever missed and always in our hearts! A service for Mary will be held on August 23, 2014 at 1:00pm, at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church (394 Shepherd Ave., Nanaimo) with a reception to follow.

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Studio 5 Group to exhibit works Heritage Houses Talk, featuring works by Albertine Meyer, Susan Gibbs, Mary Scales, Maureen King and Evelyne Turner of the Studio 5 Group, is the second show to be held at the new Arts Centre and Gallery at 9908 Main St. It opens with a reception from 7 to 9 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 21. Studio 5 is one of the Summerland Community Art Council’s member groups and their main objective is to meet with people that have a common interest in exploration and experimental drawing as an art form.

They will resume their fall sessions on Monday, Oct. 7 at 9 a.m. at the Summerland Arts Centre and Gallery. Anyone interested in drawing is welcome. Anyone interested in learning more about the geology of our area is encouraged to join knowledgeable and entertaining geologist Kathleen Jagger in a discovery of the varied and fascinating geological formations and rock types that are found in the Summerland area. This geology bus tour, organized by the Summerland Museum, includes

ARTS PALETTE

David Finnis a stop at the top of Giant’s Head Mountain for a breathtaking panoramic view and geological explanation of the valley below. Advance registration and payment is required so drop by the Summerland

Museum at 9521 Wharton St. or call 250-494-9395 or email info@summerlandmuseum.org for more information. Next Wednesday, Aug. 27 is the final concert in the Wednesdays on the Water free concert series that has been held at Spirit Square, Peach Orchard Beach during August. The evening concert will feature The Dreamland Band. So come and swing with this 17-piece big band who play tunes from the 1930s to the present. Bring your lawn chairs or even a picnic and enjoy the music.

If you come early you can take advantage of the water park, beach and the volleyball court. This concert series was the initiative of our Summer Art Program coordinator

Carmen McDowell and a big thanks to her and the various sponsors who made these music nights at the waterfront a possibility. The Arts Palette column is writ-

ten by David Finnis, publicity chair and president of the Summerland Community Arts Council, P.O. Box 1217, 9908 Main St., Summerland, B.C. V0H 1Z0.

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Making music

A music team performed for those gathered in the park for a recent Alliance Church service. From left are Mikel Laurie on guitar, Steve Ball on drums, Teresa Braam, vocals and guitar and Tavis Mawhinney, vocals and keyboard. The church service, Meet Jesus in the Park, is being held each Sunday morning in August.

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2014 KVSR UPDATE

r a d n e l Ca Events... of Take a ride on the Kettle Valley Steam Railway before the summer ends!

Proudly serving the community of Summerland for over 37 years. Locally owned and operated! Open daily 8am until 9:00 pm 7519 Prairie Valley Rd. Summerfair Plaza • 250-494-4376

We are operating five days a week, with train departures at 10:30 am & 1:30 pm Thursdays through Mondays. Enjoy the sight and sound of our century old steam locomotive, the scenic beauty of Prairie Valley, live music and a trip onto the Trout Creek Bridge with stunning view of Okanagan Lake and the canyon below. Ride the only preserved section of the historic Kettle Valley Railway and share the nostalgia with family and friends. There’s nothing else like it in the Okanagan Valley! Awarded the 2014 Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence for guest ratings of 4 ½ out of 5 stars!

OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK LUNCH & DINNER • Fully Licenced • Children’s Menu available

“All Aboard” for Events at the Kettle Valley Steam Railway - Reservations 250-494-8422 or Toll free 1-877-494-8424

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Train departs 10:30 am & 1:30 pm - Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday & Monday. (Prairie Valley Station is closed on Tuesdays & Wednesdays).

Great Train Robbery & BBQ Event – Sunday, August 24 @ 4 pm is SOLD OUT! Next available dates are September 7 & 21 @ 1:30 pm. Book now to avoid disappointment.

Order your tickets now for the Harvest Winemakers Dinner on October 8th!

It’s the “Wild, Wild West” at its best! You’ll be thoroughly entertained as the Garnett Valley Gang rides out of the hills to rob the train. The two hour ride offers passengers a chance to enjoy daring horsemanship, live music and a cast of colourful characters both on and off the train. After this exciting ride – you’ll enjoy a delicious Baron of Beef/Chicken BBQ dinner back at the station. Reservations Required.

Sunday: 11 am - 6 pm

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We are proud to support the KVSR

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SUMMERLAND FARMERS MARKET Come visit us at Memorial Park Kelly Ave. Downtown Summerland Every Tuesday April thru October 9 am till 1 pm Friday Night Market, Victoria Rd. July and August 5pm till 8:30pm

Early Birds Welcome! Fresh Local Berries

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Sunday Breakfast Buffet Starting at 8:00 am Great Food. Great Service.

Hours: Sunday to Wednesday 8:00am to 3:00pm Thursday, Friday, Saturday 8:00am to 8:00pm

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Thornhaven’s Music on the Mountain

August 23rd - 1 to 4pm: The Creeks

Wine tastings, picnics and live music on hot summer afternoons

Saturday, August 23: Neil Young Tribute Sunday, August 24: Julie Masi Saturday, August 30: Uncorked Sunday, August 31: Buzz Byer

6816 Andrew Ave Summerland Open 10 am - 5 pm May Through October or anytime by appointment. 250-494-7778 www.info@thornhaven.com

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Open Daily

June: 10:00 am-5:00 pm July - August: 10:00 am-6:00pm