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A dog’s life

An abused dog now has a happy life thanks to a Summerland family.

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No deal

An offer to purchase the Lakeside Presbyterian Church building has now expired.

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Library move

Librarians and volunteers are preparing to move to a new larger location.

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Hockey family

A Summerland couple are hosting two Summerland Steam hockey players for this season.

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Bike challenge

Mountain bike riders will participate in the Test of Humanity, a fundraising ride, later this month

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Trail opening

John Arendt Summerland Review

The Lakeshore Pathway, a 1.3-kilometre paved trail for cyclists, walkers and joggers, was officially opened on Tuesday morning. Construction crews and cyclists were on hand at the ribbon cutting. Preparing to cut the ribbon, from left, are Mayor Peter Waterman, Connie Denesiuk and Don Gemmell of the Trail of the Okanagans committee, MLA Dan Ashton, Mayor Andrew Jakubeit of Penticton and Mark Pendergraft, chair of the Regional District of Okanagan Similkameen.

Lakeside trail opens

Pathway had cost of $730,000

John Arendt A 1.3-kilometre paved trail for cyclists, walkers and joggers was officially opened on Tuesday morning. The pathway is two metres wide. It runs adjacent to Highway 97, between Landry Crescent and Lakeshore Drive. “Everyone who

uses this trail now has a safe place to enjoy their favourite activity from Trout Creek to downtown Summerland,” said Dan Ashton, MLA for the riding of Penticton. “This project is another example of our government’s commitment to expanding and improving infrastructure for all types of transportation.” Ashton said the $730,000 project

is an example of cooperation between the province an the municipality. The project was part of B.C, on the Move, a 10-year plan to improve the province’s transportation network. The Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure and the municipality worked in partnership on the project. Summerland contributed $80,000 for

the work. Mayor Peter Waterman said the trail provides a connection between Lowertown and Trout Creek. “The Lakeshore Pathway provides a wonderful, safe link between Lowertown and the Trout Creek area for residents and tourists alike,” he said. Mark Pendergraft, chair of the Regional District of Okanagan Similkameen, said

the pathway will benefit the area. “This connection is a tremendous contribution to enhancing the region’s cycling network and an example of the kind of partnerships that will keep our region on the leading edge of cycling tourism.” “It’s a really exciting time for trail development in the Okanagan,” said Don Gemmell, who has long promoted the

trail concept. BD Hall Constructors Corp. of Surrey completed the work. Those present at the ribbon cutting on Tuesday morning spoke about the possibility of expanding the trail network in the future. “I can just see the pieces all starting to fit together,” Ashton said, adding that he would like to see a future phase between Trout Creek and Penticton.

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Library staff preparing for move Staff at the Summerland branch of the Okanagan Regional Library are getting ready to move to their new location on Main Street later this month. The existing branch at 9525 Wharton St. will close its doors on Saturday, Sept. 26 at 5 p.m. One week later, on Saturday, Oct. 3 at 10 a.m., the new library branch at 9533 Main St. will open. A grand opening celebration will be held at that time. Adele Meadow, a

form a Paperback Brigade, a human chain to move boxes of paperbacks from the existing library building to the new facility. The new library building will be 743 square metres, more than double the size of the existing branch. “We will have more space, so the collection will be increasing,” Meadow said. “People will definitely notice the larger children’s section and young adults section.” The Wharton Street building was con“We’ve been waiting for structed so long for this. I think in 1981. the public are as excited It has an area as we are.” of 316 Adele Meadow s q u a r e metres. librarian at the SumThe library has merland branch, said more than 6,300 staff and volunteers registered users and will work together to records more than make the move. 70,000 visits each “It’s a big job,” she year. said. Library staff have On Sept. 26 at 2 adjusted due dates so p.m., volunteers will books will not come

Book work

Librarians Adele Meadow, left, and Crystal Fletcher sort through some of the books at the Summerland branch of the Okanagan Regional Library. The library is about to move to a new location on Main Street.

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Building offer now off the table John Arendt

An offer by the Summerland Museum and Heritage Society to pur-

chase the Lakeside Presbyterian Church building has expired. Sandy Nicolson, chair of the society, said the offer expired

at the end of last week The 105-year-old building at the corner of Shaugnessy and Butler Avenues in

Lowertown was put have the money.” up for sale earlier this Money had come year after the congre- to the society in the gation disbanded. form of a bequest, but The society had this funding was to put in an offer of be spent on a facility $425,000, which had to house an art colbeen accepted. At the lection. time, however, the Nicolson said the society was in need municipality is not of some additional able to purchase and funding to make the maintain the buildpurchase. ing. “We just could not “Council isn’t able arrange the finan- to spend that kind cing,” she said. of money,” Nicolson In addition to the said. purchase price, the Last week the cost of maintaining society held a pubthe building was also lic meeting to discuss a factor. possible uses for the The church build- church and ways to ing contains an old acquire and protect pipe organ, which the heritage building. had been purchased The meeting drew used from a church between 40 and 50 in Port Arthur, Ont. people, and while You’re Invited in 1926. www.edwardjones.com ideas were discussed, The organ is a committee to look believed to have been after the fundraising built in the 1880s. for the purchase did “The cost to buy it not form. We have enjoyed helping Summerland and maintain it wasresidents Members of the achieve their financial goals over the past year. It prohibitive,” Nicol- historical society is a pleasure to be a member of this community! son said. “We hoped say the building has Please join us for a holiday open house to meet and greet friends neighbours. that and there would be played an important an individual or indi- part in Summerland’s who history. November 29th, 2013 fromwould 4:00pm to 7:00pm When: Friday,viduals

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POLICE rEPOrt License suspended

A motorist received a three-day suspension and had his vehicle impounded for three days following a single-vehicle accident on Sept. 4. The accident occurred on Jones Flat Road around 8 p.m. when the driver hit the fence of an orchard. Police say alcohol was a factor in the accident. There was minor damage to the vehicle.

Scam calls reported

Police in Summerland have

continued to receive reports of Revenue Canada scam calls. Another 10 calls were reported over the past week. The caller claims to be a representative of Revenue Canada and asks for immediate payment. Police urge those targeted by these calls not to provide any personal information and not to send money. Instead, they are urged to look up the number for Revenue Canada and inquire to determine if the call is legitimate or a scam attempt.

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Over the years, the building has housed the Baptist, United and Presbyterian congregations. In addition, it served as the Masonic Hall from 1958 to 1991. The bell, installed by the community in 1927, was used by the community for an emergency alarm.

While concerns have been raised about whether the building will remain in its present form, the municipality has a heritage register in place and has identified the building on that register. This affords a level of protection to the building.

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EDITORIAL The cost of heritage When a 105-year-old church building in Lowertown was put up for sale earlier this year, the decision sparked conversations about the future of Summerland’s past. Over the years, many of Summerland’s older buildings have been demolished. Some remain, but have undergone extensive modifications. While it is easy to talk about the need to preserve heritage buildings, the cost is a significant obstacle. An offer on the Lakeside Presbyterian Church building was for $425,000. This is a significant cost, and it did not include the ongoing expenses such as maintenance and upkeep of the building. Such costs are equally as important as the purchase price, since older buildings require extra care and attention. Funding a heritage project of this nature is a major undertaking. The costs must be considered The cost of the church would preserve just one Summerland building. If additional buildings are to be protected, the purchase costs and maintenance costs of these buildings must also be considered. This raises an important question. Where will the funding come from? While Summerlanders are generous, there is a limit to how much could be raised through community fundraising efforts. Passing the costs on to the municipality would mean a significant tax increase for the entire community — something few if any council wish to pursue unless absolutely necessary. Besides, the primary role of a municipal government is to take care of the legislation, planning and other business involved in running a municipality. Councils are not primarily landlords. If this building is important to the public, then it is up to the public to coordinate the fundraising efforts, contribute the money and take care of the ongoing needs of this building. Without such a commitment, talk about the value of preserving Summerland’s heritage is meaningless.

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If you wish to comment on anything you read in the newspaper, or any concern affecting Summerland, write a letter to the editor. We welcome diverse views and opinions. Letters must include your name and a telephone number where you can be reached. Please keep letters to 300 words or less. The Review reserves the right to edit letters for length, content or taste as well as the right to refuse publication of any letter. We acknowledge the financial support of the Government of Canada through the Canada Periodical Fund of the Department of Canadian Heritage.

In praise of the hand-written letter

A letter I received here at the paper the other day was a throwback to an earlier era. It was neatly hand-written, sealed in an envelope and dropped off at our office. Most of the letters to the editor are sent to me by email or through the submission link on our website at summerlandreview.com. I don’t care about the format of the letters I receive. Letters sent on paper or submitted electronically are fine as long as I am able to read them and as long as the letter is something I am able to print. Most letter writers — not all, unfortunately — do a good job of focussing on the topic, keeping reasonably close to our word limits and steering clear of personal attacks. What impressed me most however, was that this particular letter showed a lot of thought. The writer cared enough to craft the

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John Arendt comments. The message was clear, understandable and respectful. As I read it and then reread it, I realized it was not a few random thoughts, dashed off in a matter of minutes. The author of the hand-written letter had time to think about every word and every sentence in the message, and the effort showed through. I don’t think there were any spelling or grammatical mistakes in the entire document. The letter was powerful enough to make me revisit my own position on the topic the writer

addressed. Writing by hand is a slow process, at least compared to typing. It’s becoming a lost art. It takes more time than many of us think we have. Most of us spend time in front of computer keyboards or with a smart phone in hand. Communicating using such technology is a fast process — much faster than composing a hand-

thing inappropriate or unkind. It’s best to go through a coolingoff period, a proofreading or an evaluation process, before hitting the Send button. Last week, there was the story of an American university student who came under fire for an extremely insensitive tweet following the shooting death of a police officer.

In a matter of seconds, with a few keystrokes, one’s thoughts can be posted, exposed for the entire world to read. written letter. In a matter of seconds, with a few keystrokes, one’s thoughts can be posted, exposed for the entire world to read. And therein lies a huge problem. When it’s this easy to comment, it’s easy to say something without first thinking about it. It’s easy to let emotion override reason, and it’s easy to say some-

After the notoriety about her tweet, the student was arrested on an unrelated charge. She probably regrets her hasty words right now. This student is not the first person to get into trouble over something she posted online, nor will she be the last. A quick news search for “offensive tweets” will yield

items about elected officials, political candidates, celebrities, journalists and more. These are people who should know better. And there are stories of people who have lost their jobs after posting a Facebook status or another social media comment expressing racist, sexist or homophobic views, or berating their employers. The consequences are harsh. A social media message can be posted with hardly a second thought but the effects can last a lifetime. While I appreciate computer technology, there are times when I’d rather sit quietly to do my writing, pen and paper in hand. And, as I realized the other day, there’s a special pleasure in reading something which was written slowly and carefully — whether or not I agree with what I’m reading. John Arendt is the editor of the Summerland Review.

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Public must have voice in debate over crosswalks Dear Editor: The only thing more disappointing than council’s decision to proceed with rainbow crosswalks was your Aug. 20 editorial. Your comparison was absurd. This is an important issue and residents should have been given a chance to debate its merits. What are the costs associated with this project? Was it approved before obtaining an estimate? I’m disappointed

that council feels crosswalks should be used to promote a social cause, disregarding pedestrian safety. Reflective white paint is used to enhance a crosswalk’s visibility in dark and rainy conditions. If a pedestrian was hit, could Summerland be facing a lawsuit? On what basis does council believe they have the support of the majority of residents? I don’t recall rainbow crosswalks being mentioned

prior to last year’s election. Of the roughly 4,500 voters, how many did our council speak with on this subject? Coun. Erin Trainer claimed she had received “really positive feedback” on Facebook. I went to her Facebook page on Aug. 12 and saw that she had 10 likes and two comments. Hardly a ringing endorsement. If any member of council wishes to support any social agen-

da, they should do so on their own time and their own dime. There are many ways that private citizens can support the LGBTQ cause. They can wear rainbow clothing, paint a fence, their car or their house. Why don’t supporters paint street banners instead of crosswalks, saving our precious tax dollars. If they truly believe in the cause, then why not show it? If they would

actually physically show their support, would that not be more productive? What evidence is there that rainbow crosswalks do anything for anyone? I believe the LGBTQ community will form their opinion of how diverse and inclusive Summerland is by how well, how indifferently or how poorly they are treated by our citizens, not what colour our crosswalks are. Robert Brown Summerland

THE EARLY YEARS

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In the early 1920s, holding a Show ’n’ Shine in Summerland would have been a lonely endeavour. Customers shopping at the stores like Summerland Supply, the Drug Store or A.J. Beer’s Harness Shop may have stopped by out of curiosity as automobiles were still fairly scarce in the area and vintage cars hadn’t become vintage yet. Times have changed! On Saturday, Sept. 12, Summerland will be filled with unique automobiles well worth checking out. The Apple Valley Cruisers 10th Annual Endless Summer Show and Shine promises to be anything but lonely.

Elections can bring needed change Dear Editor: There’s been no shortage of ink spilled cataloguing the transgressions of Prime Minister Harper in terms of leadership and policy-making. For some of us, it’s a foregone conclusion we won’t be voting for him in October. We now need to ask ourselves who we’ll vote for. But some amongst us hear the sound of one hand clapping, which is to say they think there’s no one up to the task. They are cynical and calm, believing that all politicians are corrupt,

that the sully world can be transcended, that we might even make ourselves and our world through whole foods and yoga and collective practices. Or they are disillusioned and angry, believing there’s no party that will represent their views on the urgent need for system change, not climate change, and on the need to condemn relentless Israeli aggression against Palestine, including the occupation itself. To the first group, I would say transcendence is impossible. Whether we like it

or not, politics determines the contours of our lives from the moment the alarm clock goes off. Do we have a job to go to, how much are we paid, is there equal opportunity in the workplace, is public education adequate for us or our child, can we afford daycare for the youngest, will we ever pay off the mortgage, do we have clean drinking water, is the country at war, will climate change kill us? These are outside our control — and they matter. To the second group, I would say

the big problem with the disillusioned is they mistake elections for revolutions and are disappointed with the choices. Elections are not revolutions! Go vote in October, because elections can bring a modicum of much needed change, and then go write a letter, call your MP, or join a blockade. The idea that democracy is to be exercised once every four years is a povertystricken vision of our rights and obligations as citizens. To Canada’s youth in particular, I would repeat the words of broadcaster Linden

MacIntyre: “People who have power want to keep power, and you represent the peril of change.” Recognize the power your overwhelming demographic numbers bring, and deploy it. On Oct. 19, I will be voting NDP – not because I have undying affection for Thomas Mulcair or an absolute ideological attachment to the NDP, but because that party has the best electoral chance of effecting regime change in Ottawa. By any calculation, Harper must go. Dianne Varga Kelowna

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Crosswalk decision commended Dear Editor: I congratulate council for their implementation of rainbow coloured crosswalks in Summerland. This simple act communicates empathy and respect for our LGBT

neighbours and visitors. I understand why the conservative religious folks oppose this action but I suggest with respect, that their concerns are misguided. The concept that gay

or straight people for that matter “choose” their orientation is baseless. The same people who ostracize this minority for being sinful because of who they are claim that God doesn’t make any

mistakes. Which is it? The religious conservatives were on the wrong side of slavery and women’s suffrage and now they are on the wrong side of this issue. Things are changing

and kudos to council for making a very minor effort that may be a very huge encouragement to a young neighbour of ours who may be struggling for acceptance. Perhaps if the sidewalk

rainbow is offensive to someone they can reflect on that “other” rainbow symbol as they pass their neighbour with grace and empathy. Bill Hibberd Summerland

Thanks for Sexual orientation not a barrier interest in within United Church of Canada saving church Dear Editor: Congratulations on your new opinion Dear Editor: Roberge of Giant’s column, From Here. I The board and staff Head Realty for his look forward to readof the Summerland ideas to forward the ing it regularly. Museum and Histor- preservation of the I want to address ical Society would Lakeside Church as a the impression given like to thank everyone community resource. by Rob Murphy, that who participated in Thanks to both the implied that all Christhe community meet- Summerland Review tians have a negative ing, Monday, Aug. 31 and the Penticton view of the LGBTQ to save the church. Herald for the excel- community. It was heartening lent coverage of this In 1988 the United and encouraging to heritage building. Church of Canada see so many individThe museum board (UCC) decided that a uals genuinely inter- and staff look for- person’s sexual orienested in preserving ward to the heritage tation was not a barthe Lakeside Pres- designation of the rier to their full parbyterian Church in Lakeside Church in ticipation and memLower Town as a his- Lower Town preservtorical site. ing this building for Special thanks go years to come. to Barbara Thorburn Sandy Nicolson, Dear Editor: for her willingness president We have rainbows to facilitate the comSummerland over the lake. Why munity discussion. Museum Board Thanks to Kirk Summerland can’t we have rainbow crosswalks? Some lyrics from the Frank Zappa songbook come to mind. WWW.SUMMERLANDREVIEW.COM

bership in the United Church of Canada. This opened the door to ordination and commissioning of LGBTQ people in our church and we have been blessed by their leadership. In 2004 the UCC asked for and received intervener status before the Supreme Court of Canada and spoke in favour of marriage equality for same gender couples. In light of the Supreme Court of

Canada’s ruling, which paved the way the legalization of same gender marriages, Summerland United Church has implemented a policy which welcomes same gender couples to have their weddings at our church or have the minister preside at the wedding in a different location. In 2012 the UCC elected Rev. Gary Paterson as the Moderator of our church. The moderator is the

highest elected position in our denomination and the person serves a three year term. It just so happens that Rev. Paterson is a gay man. This summer the UCC elected a new moderator to serve our church. She is Rev. Jordan Cantwell, and just like the doctor that Mr. Murphy talks about meeting in his piece, Rev. Cantwell just happens to be a lesbian. The United Church of Canada and the

congregation of Summerland United Church seek to be a community where all people, regardless of their sexual orientation are valued and welcomed. Hopefully this letter helps to dispel the notion that all Christians view members of the LGBTQ community negatively because that is not the case. Rev. Armand Houle Summerland United Church Summerland

“What is the ugliest part of your body?” answer “Your Mind.” Whatever negative connotation or interpretation your mind places on rainbow sidewalks is yours

and yours alone. Please, don’t lay it on the rest of us. It’s just paint on asphalt. Why does it have to mean anything? When I see rain-

bows over the lake from our patio I am just reminded how blessed we are to live here in Canada and the Okanagan. I am sure the poor refugees trying to

cross the Mediterranean Sea would not care what colour a sidewalk was painted if it led them to a safer place. Dave Thomas Summerland

Dear Editor: Several years ago I asked the District of Summerland to issue a proclamation honouring the 90th anniversary of a service club I belonged to.

Summerland had created a policy not to issue proclamations. This was a reaction to requests from some controversial groups (at the time) representing gay

rights and pro-life positions. By avoiding proclamations altogether, council could dodge controversy. In a way, by proclaiming a rainbow sidewalk, Summerland council has created a quagmire that their own policy tried to help them avoid. John Dorn Summerland

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Family hosts out-of-town hockey players Van Alphens have served as billet family for Steam players Carla McLeod Special to the Review For the third year now, the Van Alphens have welcomed Summerland Steam hockey players into their home. Two players from Whitehorse, who stayed with them last year, have returned once again to live with them this season. “These young men are used to being billeted. They come in and ask for the rules of the family and they pretty well abide by them. We have not had a problem,” explained Linda Van Alphen. “This is their way of life and they live to play hockey.” While her husband Marty loves hockey, Linda has not always been a fan. Having the hockey players live with them has changed that for her. “Everybody laughs at me because I had never sat through a hockey game before two years ago and

now I’m the crazy hockey mom,” she said. She went on to describe a time when one of the players that live with them had been hit in a game and was down on the ice. “I went crazy because I was so worried for him. I hated that feeling. It was just like if one of my kids had gotten hurt.” For the Van Alphens the billets become part of their family. They are welcomed at family gatherings and know all of the Van Alphen children and grandchildren as well as other relatives. Not only that, but the Van Alphens have formed friendships with the players families as well. They have shared Thanksgiving dinners together and have been invited to Whitehorse to visit them in return. Living on the Van Alphen’s farm offers the hockey players a different lifestyle than the one they are accustomed to back home. On the farm they can see what goes into raising chickens and sheep

and actually living off of the land. “They know where the frying pans are and they know where to get the eggs from, so they can actually go to the nest and get their eggs and make them. They love that and they’re really getting to be good egg cookers!” said Linda Van Alphen. It has been agreed upon that Van Alphen will cook the boys one full meal per day, most often a protein or pasta dish. Sometimes because of the player’s game schedule she will find herself cooking pasta at ten o’clock in the morning, in order to ensure the players get enough carbohydrates before they play their game. She also keeps the fridge and cupboards stocked with bread, cereal, tea and chocolate milk. Although taking in billets is not a money maker, Linda Van Alphen said it does cover the cost of food for the whole household. There is no driving of the billets involved, as they

Hosting hockey players

Marty and Linda Van Alphen are hosting Summerland Steam hockey players Jarrett Malchow, left, and Wyatt Gale.

have their own transportation. One thing Linda Van Alphen requires of the young men is that they let her know if they are not returning home for the night or if they

will be away for a few days, because she wants to know where they are at all times. The Van Alphens both see the value in having a hockey team in Summerland. They see the contribution

that it makes to the town economically. “When they are finished a game they go to one of the pizza places and pizza for 22 kids comes to a significant amount,” said Linda Van

quake in Japan. On Aug. 14 at around 2 p.m., a 5.2 magnitude earthquake hit just south of Obihiro, approximately 30 kilometres west of Toyokoro. I was at the Board of Education at the time, and the earthquake started off with a very low rumble and then the whole building began to shake. The earthquake only lasted about 20 seconds, but it felt much longer than that. After the earthquake stopped, a bunch of alarms and announcements started going off in the building as well as outside over the load speakers. There was no structural damage or incidents anywhere in Toyokoro and everyone was safe. It was definitely an interesting experience, but I hope there will not be more earthquakes in the future.

I hope everyone had a great summer and is excited for back to school. This is the first time since I was five

years old that I am not going back to school as a student this September, but thankfully I still get to go to school every-

Alphen. “During the playoffs their families come to Summerland and stay here and eat here as well.” The couple also appreciates the fact that the team players become involved in the community while they are living here. Linda Van Alphen explained that they go into the schools to play hockey with the kids and help out at local events and do volunteer work. “We see them as being incredible ambassadors for not only Summerland Steam, but for Summerland itself,” she said. While Linda Van Alphen realizes taking a hockey billet into your home is not for everyone, she said it is one of the best things they have ever done. “I think more than anything what motivated us to do this was that we have a strong feeling for Summerland. We love Summerland and we knew that we had this space and we’re used to having kids around. We’ve had so much fun with them.”

Summer holidays have ended in Toyokoro Summer has come to an end here in Toyokoro. All of the summer festivals are finished and the weather is becoming a little colder with lots of rain and thunderstorms. Summer vacation is also over now in Toyokoro. Summer vacation is only three weeks long at the beginning of August and unlike Canada, the teachers are not on holidays during the break. All of the teachers still work full-time during the summer, attending workshops, meetings, and doing class preparations. During summer vacation, I had to work at my office in the Board of Education, but I did not have much work to do, so I read all the Harry Potter books and studied Japanese. Now the students are back at school, and so am I. In Japan, the new

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Alyssa Hooper school year begins in March, unlike ours that begins in September, so here after summer vacation, students are entering their second semester but not changing grades. During summer vacation, I was asked if I wanted to join the Taiko Drum club. Taiko is a traditional Japanese style drum. There are about 12 Toyokoro citizens in the club and we practice two evenings a week. I have my first performance on Sept. 13 at the Toyokoro

Industry Festival (Toyokoro Sangyo Matsuri). Taiko is fun, but it is challenging because there is no music to read. Instead you have to memorize the songs, which has been difficult, but I finally have all of the songs memorized for my first performance. Every song has a different story to tell, and the actions that accompany the drumming try to act out that story. Due to the language barrier, I’m not 100 per cent sure what all the stories are about, but I know there is something about a boat on the ocean, engine trouble, big waves, and catching salmon. But whatever the story is that is being told I’m having a lot of fun learning how to play the Taiko drums. Also during summer vacation I experienced my first earth-

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RCMP ride raises money to benefit B.C. children A team of 25 cyclists and a six-person support crew from the RCMP and supporting enforcement agencies in the region will participate in the annual Cops for Kids Ride beginning Friday, Sept. 11 The 2015 ride, presented by the Thomas Alan Budd Foundation, will take the team more than 1,000 kilometres in southeastern British Columbia. The ride is to raise awareness and funds for children in medical, physical or traumatic crisis. The cyclists will stop in

Summerland at the RCMP detachment on Sept. 11 around 1:30 p.m. Orv Robson, a retired RCMP officer from Summerland, said the team will receive a contribution at the station. In addition, others who are interested may also provide donations at that time. He added that the Cops for Kids Ride has had benefits in the community. “We’ve got a family in Summerland we’ve helped out,” he said. “The riders help in the South Okanagan and the Kootenays.”

The cyclists will visit 18 communities during the 10-day ride. Over the 15 years the event ride has been held, cyclists have raised more than $3.1 million. “I’m honored to be a part of this event again this year. These leaders in our community work so hard to assist children who are really struggling,” said presenting sponsor Tom Budd. “The team covers some gruelling terrain to get across the region, but their efforts are minor compared to the challenges these chil-

dren face.” “We’ve got a fresh and spirited bunch this year,” said Julio Krenz, a retired staff sergeant who is the ride captain this year. “They’ve spent their summer training and fundraising, and now they’ve left their own families behind to come together as a team to ride rain or shine, to raise even more money for children in our region.” To follow the team or to make a donation, visit copsforkids.org. The riders also have a presence on Facebook and Twitter.

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20 jars of various fruit jams, peaches, pears and salsas. six years and two kids later, I still can a lot but in slightly smaller quantities, plus I like to freeze and dry some of our harvest too. I get a lot of recipes from books of course. My favourite canning book and blog is Food in Jars, by Marissa McClellan. Her book really helped me get beyond the jam recipes in the pectin box. Some of my favourites include her vanilla-rhubarb jam with earl grey tea, strawberry and vanilla bean jam and apricot honey jam. She also has a lot of great standards like classic dill pickles and tomato sauce. A big plus, her recipes don’t use loads of sugar like some of the older canning books. I also love Put ‘Em Up: A Comprehensive Home Preserving Guide for the Creative Cook from Drying to Freezing to Canning and Pickling, by Sherri Brooks Vinton. This year I’m really looking forward to making some new recipes from the book, Canning for a New Generation: Bold, Fresh Flavors for the Modern Pantry, by Liana Krissoff. We of course have all of these books down at the library so come by, pick them up and get canning. Crystal Fletcher is an auxiliary Assistant Community Librarian, mother of two and gardener extraordinaire.

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Urban society slides into helplessness Of all the immature, ignorant whining that came out of the recent power failure in the Lower Mainland, one example summed up the decline of our urban culture for me. It wasn’t the people who flooded 9-1-1 with calls demanding to know when their power would be restored, or complaining about their freezers. It wasn’t those on Twitter insisting BC Hydro pay for food that went bad. It was another social media moment. With part of his community without electricity for a third day, Coquitlam Mayor Richard Stewart went to his Facebook page, which has a wide following. There he pleaded with residents to stop phoning city hall to demand that a local big-box supermarket provide milk and eggs. Power had been restored at the store only a few hours before, in the dead of night, and it’s safe to assume that all stores were working flat out to restock perishables. Where do people get the notion that city hall, or whatever all-powerful nanny state they imagine,

controls grocery stores? How do they conclude that in the midst of the worst electrical grid failure on record, BC Hydro is going to address their personal situation above all others? Vancouver broadcast media weren’t much better. Their big focus was that BC Hydro’s website crashed, so people couldn’t call it up on their smartphones and find out instantly when their power would be back on. Some even questioned why wireless power meters didn’t help. Perhaps these were the same journalists who fed the tinfoil-hat superstition about their signals. The facts should be known by now. After an extremely dry spring and summer, a high wind shattered trees and took down more wires and poles than BC Hydro had ever coped with before. Further damage was done within areas that were already blacked out, leaving overtaxed technicians unable to accurately assess the full extent of it. In Coquitlam and elsewhere, poles

Motorcycle displayed at Endless Summer Show and Shine A unique motorcycle will be on display at this weekend’s 10th annual Endless Summer Show and Shine in Summerland. Black Opel Racing, holder of a Land Speed Record at 209 miles per hour in an Opel GT, is now rebuilding a 1933 AJS 350 Model 33-B6 to race next year at the Bonneville Salt Flats. The bike was purchased from a school friend of owner John Gregg in 1969 for $25 and has languished in his garage ever since. The plan will be to run the bike in the M-VBG 350 cc class. This requires the frame to be stock and the engine modified. The AJS has been fit-

ted with a supercharger to make it more competitive. Racing enthusiasts Dick Knorr, Ken Brown, Frank Kinney, Lou Hudon and Wayne Chenery all have had a hand in the project. John Dorn was tricked into riding the AJS. “The boys are hoping the bike will do a “Ton Up”, which is the British term for 100 mph.” said rider Dorn. “I will be happy with anything over 85.” It has been a challenge to find parts for an 82 year old vehicle, but support of the project has been terrific. More details are available at www. blackajsracing.com.

were down in areas too rain-saturated for heavy repair trucks to reach. Yes, there were some too-optimistic repair estimates given out, in response to the constant screeching for instant answers. About 15 years ago I experienced my worst power outage in the Fraser Valley. In a semi-rural area with little backup grid capacity (since greatly improved), my family went three days without power. This was in win-

ter, due to wind and freezing rain followed by snow and cold. Trickles of water kept pipes from freezing, and the gas stove provided a bit of heat. I heard no complaints about the crews struggling around the clock with the dangerous job of repair. Media coverage was mostly adult supervised. Megastorm madness isn’t an isolated case. A couple of weeks before that, a temporary construction bump on the

Lion’s Gate Bridge deck caused panic and rage. Aggravated by a couple of accidents on the alternate route, and fed by hysterical media, drivers of West Van luxury cars were white-knuckled. Traffic choked the region that recently declined to pay a bit more for road improvements. In both cases, people outside Lotus Land were muttering: Welcome to our world. This is pertinent to

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Abused dog’s tale has happy ending Mark Brett Black Press Unlike many abused animals, Maddy’s tale has a happy ending. Now living with her caring family in Summerland, it wasn’t that long ago the golden retriever-poodle cross

had no life, no future and no love. When she and the other 15 dogs were seized from a Clearwater breeder they were in terrible condition according to branch manager Corinne Ross of the South Okanagan Similkameen SPCA

where 10 of the canines were taken initially. “They were matted and filthy probably the saddest ones were the golden retrievers (including Maddie) they stuck their noses into the corner and didn’t come out, it was the saddest thing, it was heart break-

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Maddie just after her arrival at the Penticton shelter.

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ing, I can cry thinking about them now,” said Ross. “They were mostly terrified of people and we called her Maddie because she had this big matting on her back. She was in rough shape and had lots of health issues but she was probably the most friendly of all of them.” Enter the Tiessen family, Christy, Ed and their daughters Megan, 10 and Ashley, seven, who had been on the SPCA’s waiting list for a nonshedding breed. When Maddie was well enough they decided to provide foster care for her at their home and not long afterwards adopted the fouryear-old as their own. “Maddie was so skinny, you could actually see every single rib,” said Christy. “Just with her laying there which she did most of the time because she didn’t have enough energy, you could see her

heart beating from across the room. “Maddie didn’t wag her tail at alI when we first saw her, don’t think she had any reason to, she didn’t understand what happiness was but when we took our girls in (to the

“She was afraid of it, she didn’t know how to step on it and when she finally stepped on the grass she just started rolling on it and to this day she rolls in the grass every time she’s out, she runs and rolls on it,” said Christy. “She’s had a lot of challenges and “Maddie didn’t wag her everybody says tail at alI when we first she is so saw her, don’t think she l u c k y had any reason to, she she has you as a didn’t understand what f a m i l y, happiness was.” but no, Christy Tiessen no no, it’s the other SPCA) and they got way around, she is an down on their knees amazing dog. and hugged her she “She still has a sad wagged her tail, it was face sometimes but very sweet, she knew when you see that these are ‘my kids.’” dog smile you know They got the new she’s smiling.” family member on Maddie’s health Valentine’s Day last issues, likely due year and there was to malnourishment still snow on the included sight and ground. Christy still digestion problems remembers the dog’s and she also had to reaction when she learn about walking believes Maddie saw on floors and to negograss for the first time tiate stairs. in her life. A good student,

the dog soon accomplished those feats and much more. “We had to change the handles on our doors from levers to round door knobs because she can flip the dead bolt lock and unlock the door, flip the lever and leave anytime she wanted,” said Christy. “It’s like once she got a taste of freedom that was it she didn’t want to be locked up anymore..” Maddie now travels just about everywhere with her folks, including back to the SPCA for visits and also took part in last year’s Paws for the Cause Walk fundraiser for the shelter. For the Tiessens, they cannot thank SPCA enough for bringing them together. “If it wasn’t for the SPCA she wouldn’t be with us today,” said Christy nodding in the direction of the rolling dog on the grass at Orchard Lake Park. As for Maddie, she just smiles and wags her tail.

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Ashley Tiessen, seven, at left, and her sister Megan, 10, chase after Maddie at Peach Orchard Park in Summerland this week. Since her adoption last year Maddie has become a very important family member.

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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. Carpet bowling at the Summerland Seniors’ Drop-in Centre is held every Thursday at 10 a.m. and every Sunday at 1:15 p.m. Euchre is played every second and fourth Thursday at 1:30 p.m. at the Seniors Dropin Centre, 9710 Brown St. Lyme Disease support group meets on the first Thursday of the month at 1 p.m. at Theo’s Restaurant in Penticton. Everyone welcome. Recreational volleyball for all. Tuesday and Thursday mornings, 10 a.m. at the Harold Simpson Memorial Youth Centre. Contact Frank or Jane at 250494-4666. Summerland Caregiver Support Group meets the second and fourth Thursdays of every month from 10 to 11 a.m. at the Summerland Health Centre lower conference room. For more information call Cindy at 250-404-8072. Summerland Horseshoe Club is looking for new members. Practices are held in Memorial Park on Tuesday and Thursday evenings. Call Ron Moser at 250-4940450. Summerland Material Girls Quilt Guild meets the second and fourth Thursday of the month from September to May at 9 a.m. at the Harold Simpson Memorial Youth Centre, 9111 Peach Orchard Rd. For more information call Cathy Patterson at 250-494-8274 or Annie Smirmaul at 250-4942286. Summerland Sportsmen’s Association meets every third Thursday of the month at 7:30 p.m. at

Summerland Legion. The SSA focuses on fishing, shooting, hunting, archery and conservation and is affiliated with the B.C. Wildlife Federation. New members welcome. Summerland TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) meets every Thursday at 5:30 p.m., lower floor of Summerland Seniors Centre. For info call Vicki at 250-494-5484. 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 250-4936564. The Summerland traditional rug artists get together at Summerland United Church every Thursday from 1 to 4 p.m. New members and visitors are always welcome. For more information phone 250-4941278.

Friday Bridge is played every Friday at 1 p.m. at the Seniors’ Drop-In Centre, 9710 Brown St. Phone 250-404-4562. Cribbage is played every Friday at 1:30 p.m. at the Seniors’ Drop-in Centre, 9710 Brown St. Pleasure Painters will resume every Friday beginning Sept. 11 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Harold Simpson Memorial Youth Centre, 9111Peach Orchard Rd. come and enjoy or check it out. Drop-ins welcome. The 890 Wing of the South Okanagan Air Force Association of Canada have a gettogether every Friday night from 4 p.m. at the clubhouse at 126 Dakota Ave. in Penticton. New members are welcome. For more information, phone Fred Monteith at 250-497-8490.

Saturday Charity bottle drive at Summerland IGA each Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Proceeds from the collections will go to support the Summerland Food Bank and Critteraid.

Sunday Summerland Sunday Market on Main Street has new hours, now from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Enjoy new vendors and attractions each week. 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 Birthright, serving the South Okanagan, has Monday 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 250-4924901 for more info. 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. The South Okanagan Orchid Society meets the third Monday of the month at 7 p.m. at the Shatford Centre in Penticton. The group meets September to June. For more information, contact Joan at 250-494-4293. The Summerland Crokinole Club meets Monday nights at 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Summerland Seniors Centre. Contact Darlene at 250-494-9310.

Tuesday 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. M o t h e r- t o - m o t h e r

breastfeeding support — the Penticton/ Summerland chapter of La Leche League Canada meets on the third and fourth Tuesday of each month from 10 a.m. to noon. Please call 250-494-1894 or email pentictonlllc@ gmail.com for the location of the meeting. All mothers and babies are welcome. Find out more information visit www. lllc.ca. Penticton Concert Band practices Tuesdays from 7 to 8:30 p.m. New members welcome. Intermediate to advanced players. Call Gerald at 250-8092087. 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. 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 at Memorial Park, Wharton Street, every Tuesday from May to October, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. For information call Paul at 250494-0540. 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 250494-4339. Summerland VIP (Visually Impaired Persons) members and friends meet the second Tuesday of the month at Parkdale Lounge. Tai chi at the Summerland Seniors’ Drop-in Centre, Tuesdays at 9 a.m. for beginners, 10 a.m. for advanced and Fridays at 10:30 a.m. for beginner and intermediate. For more information call Nancy at 250-4948902. The Mental Wellness Centre, Summerland Branch, will be open the first, third and fourth Tuesdays, 10 a.m. to noon at the Summerland United Church. Inquiries welcome. The Summerland Multiple Sclerosis Group joins the Penticton MS Group every Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. for a coffee social at the Cherry Lane Mall Food Court.

s Whist is played every Tuesday evening at 7 p.m. at the Seniors Drop-In Centre, 9710 Brown St. White Sails A Cappella Chorus is an awardwinning, auditioned show chorus dedicated to musical excellence, performance education, sharing the joy of singing a cappella fourpart harmony. Plan to attend their Guest Night (Recruitment Night) on Tuesday, Sept. 15, at 7 p.m. at Ridgeview Church on Springfield and Hollywood Roads., Kelowna. Contact Joan at 778-755-0562 to RSVP or get more information. Visit www. whitesailschorus.com.

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 250-494-5112 for more information. 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 250494-5851. 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.

Upcoming Monday, Wednesday and Friday of each week, Recope Society of Summerland offers medically supervised water therapy and land exercise programs helpful to clients with various medical conditions, such as joint replacements, stroke, back problems, arthritis, to name just a few. A medical referral

www.summerlandreview.com 11 is required. One-to-one dietitian and nurse appointments at Summerland Health Centre, 12815 Atkinson St., are available for people with diabetes or heart disease. The sessions can provide extra help with issues including learning about diabetes or heart health and how to manage the condition; understanding medication and starting or adjusting insulin; meter certification and how to use meter results; setting small, specific goals; tobacco dependence counselling and support in quitting; and solving problems with chronic conditions. To make an appointment call 250-770-3530 or 1-800-707-8550. Saturday MidMonth Market and Vendor Showcase at

Summerland United Church have been postponed until Sept. 26 due to the Rotary Sunday Market and low public turnout. Proceeds will go to the church’s refugee sponsorship of a Syrian family. Summerland Singers and Players have postponed their production of The Butler Did It until April 21 to 24, 2016. They are still looking for an actress to fill the role of Vickie, who is in her 20s. Rehearsals begin in the spring. Contact Bob Read, at bob.will@ hotmail.ca, if interested in trying out. The Penticton Writers and Publishers are a non-profit group of writers helping writers to hone their creative talents. The group will host an AGM on Sept. 17 at 7 p.m. in Leir House, Manor Park Road. All are welcome to attend.

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Local athletes compete in Sprint Triathlon Athletes of all ages participated in the Sprint Triathlon and Kids of Steel on Sunday. The competition, for children and adults was held at Peach Orchard Beach in Summerland. It was organized by the Summerland Orca Swim Club. The TriPower Triathlon Club of Summerland and Penticton had a record 55 youths participating in the Kids of Steel race along with many adults from the club racing the sprint dis-

tance event. Head coach Michael Berrisford summed up the final triathlon of the season as a great day of racing. “The inspiring performances of the kids make the day very special,” he said. “The club holds training camps April through September so it’s very rewarding to see our young athletes putting everything they’ve learned about swimming, biking and running together and finishing the race with a big smile.”

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Athletes of all ages swam, cycled and ran in the Sprint Triathlon and Kids of Steel competition on Sunday. The TriPower Triathlon Club of Summerland had 55 youths participating this year, along with adults from the club.

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A mountain bike event on Sept. 20 will raise money to provide assistance in Africa. The Test of Humanity will have categories for adult and youth riders. The categories will be for riders three to six years of age, seven to 10, 11 to 15 and 16 and older. The children’s categories begin at 9 a.m. and the main event begins at 11:30 a.m. The ride will include a beginners’ category, which is a test ride of the course. Nic Seaton who organizes the event with his wife Shea, said the main event is designed for intermediate to advanced mountain bikers. He said the adult category features a 10.2-kilometre loop, with more than 300 metres of elevation gain.

Last year, Evan Guthrie a local rider, completed eight loops in the fourhour time period. Seaton said the course includes some challenging climbs. “Some of them are fairly steep,”he said. “They take their toll as the race goes on.” The ride has raised $178,000 over the four years since its inception. “We’re hoping we can top $200,000 this year,” he sad. Money raised from the Test of Humanity event will go to Canadian Humanitarian’s projects to help vulnerable and at risk children to receive an

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education. “We have travelled to Ethiopia four times since 2009 and it is so rewarding to watch these children, like Erusalym who we met when she was just a young teenager, grow up with the assistance of Canadian Humanitarian to become change makers in their own communities,” Shea Seaton said. Additional information about the race is available online at testofhumanity. com, on Facebook at facebook.com/ TestofHumanity and on Twitter at @testofhumanity.

SCoReboaRd Golf Summerland Ladies Club

On Aug. 31 and Sept. 1, the Summerland Golf and Country Ladies Club competed for the Rental Cup in the Summerland Rental Centre Tournament. Results: Overall low net Julie Macaulay, 146, winner of the cup; second Vi Ward, 148; third Barb Hatton, 152; fourth Ruth Daviduk, 154; fifth (by retrogression) Ellen Clay, 155; sixth (by retrogression) Gwen Redfern, 155; seventh (by retrogression) Amanda McConaghy, 156; eighth (by retrogression) Lil Smith, 156; ninth (by retrogression) Anka Manders, 160; 10th (by retrogression) Donna MacEwen, 160. In addition there were many “Closest to the Pin” and” Longest Putt” prizes. The weather was cooler and a bit damper but did not dampen the enthusiasm and fun. Thanks to all who participated and thanks to the sponsor, Summerland Rental Centre.

Summerland Senior Ladies

On Sept. 3, the Summerland Senior Ladies played a best back or best front event Results: First Vijai Vaagen, 68; second Helen Benallick, 71; third Liz Nisbet, 72; fourth (tie) Pat Stohl and Norma Chambers, 74; fifth (tie) Vi Ward and Gwen Redfern, 75.

Summerland Senior Men

On Sept. 3, the Summerland Senior Men’s Club played an all net scores event. Andy Webster led all players with a seven under par net 65 and Webster, Barry Wicker and Bob Tamblyn shared the deuce pot. First Flight: First Barry Wicker, 69; second Heinz Burki, 70; third Dwain Sandrelli, 73 cb; fourth Garth Humphries, 73. Second Flight: First Andrew Webster, 65; second Jeff Clarke, 71; third Mac Cleary, 73 cb; fourth Frank Davie, 73. Third Flight: First Bob Tamblyn, 69; second Moe Mellow, 70; third Wally Barton, 73; fourth Terry Steinke, 74.

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Sept. 2. Results: Low gross Joe Driscoll, 38; Grant Fletcher, 38. Low net Dan Kelly, 30. Closest to the pin: Joe Driscoll.

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Gordon Edward Levins, aged 88, passed away in Penticton Hospital on August 31, 2015. He had been fighting the good fight against colon cancer but unfortunately, the cancer finally won. Born November 10, 1926 Gordon lived a full and happy life. Gordon lived in a variety of places over his life including Quesnel, Kelowna, Calgary, Ladysmith, Mount Lolo army radar base, Kamloops, Vernon, Chase, Vernon and finally Summerland. Gordon also had several careers throughout his life. Some of which were driving cement truck, construction, raising chickens, working in a potato chip plant, working for BC Ferries and finally working as a commissionaire and cook for the Canadian Armed Forces. Gordon also served his country after WWII in Germany where he met and married his first wife, Aleda Stoffers. Gordon met his second wife, Catherine Mary Blackwood nee Corner and they lived happily together for over 40 years. After they both retired when Mount Lolo closed down, they spent their time travelling and visiting friends and family. They did the big trek one year across Canada and travelled to several ‘corner cousin’ reunions. Gordon also loved his garden and grew and preserved various things. They loved camping and fishing but Gordon’s favorite pastime was hunting with the boys up at Pink Mountain. Gordon was always happiest when he was around family and whether you knew him as Poppa, uncle, brother, or just Gordon, he was loved by all.After Cathy’s passing, Gordon spent his last years with his good friend Jean Richards. Jean and her family made Gordon’s last days comfortable and cheerful. Gordon is survived by his two sisters Dolly (Vern) and Kay (Glen), his stepsons Dan (Pat) and Bill (Barbara), his stepdaughter-in-law Kathy, many grandchildren, many great grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews. A big thank you to all the medical professionals that helped Gordon through the last two years. A private family celebration of life will be held at a future date. Donations can be made in Gordon’s name to the BC Cancer Society. You may send condolences to the family by visiting www.hansonsfuneral.ca

Helen was born on the family farm in Fairlight, Saskatchewan. When she left home in the early 1940s, it was to take a secretarial course, one of the few options available to women at that time. Later, she became a registered nurse, a career move that led to her meeting Bob, her husband of 63 years! Helen was involved in many volunteer activities over the years, including the United Church, Meals on Wheels, and the Hospital Auxiliary, frequently bringing home treasures from the Thrift Shop and sometimes creating amazing outfits from the old sheets she found there! In fact, sewing and quilting gave her much pleasure over the years and she continued to thread the handles through book bags for kids in underdeveloped countries until a short time ago. Helen had a playful spirit and was always able to laugh at herself, including at the family story about her playing the drums at a bar in Vancouver when she was a young nurse dating Bob! Helen was always willing to be part of the games her seven grandchildren played, including getting down on the floor to have tea, garb herself in the dressups clothes, or play cards at the kitchen table. And, she always loved to read to them. Helen was 91 when she left her life here to join Bob in that other place. She leaves behind her three children, Joie (Gerry) Quarton, Bill (Sophie) Chalmers, and Dean (Sandra) Chalmers as well as her seven grandchildren, Emily, Willie, and Jonathan Quarton, Dawson and Nicola Chalmers, and Ursula and Phoebe Chalmers. A memorial service will be held Saturday October 10th at 10:00 am at the Summerland United Church, 13204 Henry Ave. with Rev. Armand Houle officiating. Interment will take place in Canyon View Cemetery, Summerland, BC. Condolences may be sent to the family through www.providencefuneralhomes.com, 250-494-7752

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Francis passed away peacefully on September 2, 2015 after a long battle with cancer at the age of 83. He is survived by his loving wife, Frances Yoko of 56 years, and children Mariko (husband Peter, Victoria, Spencer), Kathy (Aisha, Kira, Tia, Lukas), Mary (husband Kim, Kimberly), Martin (Elijah, Erez, Arie), Rose (husband John, Anthony, Joseph, Michael), and Anne (husband Edward, Thomas, Kiyomi, Kaiya). Francis was born in Vancouver B.C. and interned to Greenwood B.C. in 1942. There he heard the angelic voice of “the girl next door” who later became his wife. They resided in beautiful Summerland B.C. in 1961 where they started to raise their family. Francis attended business school in Vancouver and always strived to better himself becoming the Presidents of Summerland Chamber of Commerce and Penticton Multicultural Society, and Area Governor of Toastmasters B.C. He was an accomplished public speaker and enjoyed teaching Summerland Blossom Pageant candidates and Okanagan college students to grow in this area. During his career he also owned a successful dry-cleaning business and the people of Summerland became an important part of his life. Francis enjoyed music, his dogs, fishing and the serenity of his surroundings but above all he was a devoted husband and father to his family. He was a man of integrity and an inspiration to those who knew him. Even in his last days, he had a way of making people smile with his wit and humor. We were blessed to have him in our lives and will continue his legacy by honoring his family values. We will “walk by faith and not by sight” and he will be forever in our hearts. The family would like to extend their thanks to the doctors and nurses who cared for him and for the loving prayers and support from family and friends. The Funeral Ceremony will be held on: Saturday, October 3rd, 2015 at 10:00 am, Holy Child Catholic Church, 14010 Rosedale Ave., Summerland, BC. Interment will follow at Canyon View Cemetery, Summerland. Memorial tributes may be made to the following: Holy Child Catholic Church, Attn: Nakagawa Family, 14010 Rosedale Ave., Summerland, BC V0H 1Z0 or Frank Nakagawa Memorial “Bench” P.O. Box 689, Summerland, B.C. V0H 1Z0. 250-494-7752.

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Erick Thompson, left, Tavis Weir, Michael Treadway and Stefan Bienz prepare for Talk Show, a spoken word performance in the talk show format. The show will be staged in Cawston later this month.

Multi-media artist Erick Thompson will bring the format of the talk show to the stage later this month. Thompson’s show, Talk Show, will be held at Cawston Community Hall on Sunday, Sept. 27 at 7:30 p.m. “This is a continuation of my work as a video producer and journalist,” he said. “I enjoy sharing stories and moderating interesting discussions. You can’t make this stuff up.” Thompson has worked as a television news anchor and reporter on Vancouver Island. He lives in Summerland where he co-owns ET2media with his wife Erin Trainer. In April, he hosted Not Trying To Be Funny, which was staged in Penticton. Talk Show will feature interviews with guests in the audience, but Thompson added that he will respect the wishes of those who do not wish to be interviewed

on the stage. “It’s not meant to put anyone on the spot,” he said. The musical accompaniment for the show is from the Tavis Weir Group, consisting of musicians Weir, Stefan Bienz and Michael Treadway. Dave Mai, the show’s technical director, will provide additional music. Thompson plans to use Periscope, a live streaming app, to broadcast the show. The app is being used to allow people to broadcast live, from anywhere in the world. “It gives a voice to people who have something to say,” he explained. Tickets for the Talk Show are available at Cawston Marketplace, Similkameen Insurance Agencies in Keremeos and The Grooveyard in Penticton. As Thompson stated with his earlier performance, Talk Show contains some course language and is not intended for those who are easily offended.

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