MARCH 2013 Osoyoos, Oliver, Okanagan Falls
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Last night, I was feeling a little under the weather, so I decided to take an over-the-counter nighttime cold medication, which shall remain nameless to protect the somewhat innocent. Let's just call it "Eyelanol.” I popped the pill, and jumped into bed looking forward to a good night's sleep. About 20 minutes later, I started shivering uncontrollably. It was one of those times when you felt cold at your core, but roasting hot everywhere else. Now, I'll admit, shivering is not really that big of a deal. But something seemed different this time. No matter how hard I tried, I just could not stop it. Not even for a moment. It was becoming so bad that I had to sit up in bed and start to move around, even though I was feeling completely run down. After a few more minutes, my back was beginning to get sore and cramped, and my neck muscles and jaw were starting to tighten up. Trying not to panic, I woke up my wife to tell her what was going on. I mentioned that I had taken the nighttime cold med, as something in the back of my head was telling me it had something to do with all this. By this point, my jaw is feeling like I had just been punched by Muhammad Ali. And the rest of my body was feeling like, well, Muhammad Ali. The tremors and shaking were just relentless, and I was becoming aware that I had no control over my body whatsoever, and the stiffness in my back, chest, neck and jaw were making it difficult to breathe. My wife, a pharmacist, started asking me questions about the medication, like how long ago I had taken it and where was the packaging, etc. In an instant, she returned with a muscle relaxant that took effect within minutes, and bit by bit, my body started coming back within my control. As it turns out, I was having a reaction to the drug. It was sending my body into spasms. I know this because I googled it. But my wife knew almost instantly, because she has training in this field. I remember saying to my wife, that if the shaking had gone on another few minutes, and I was alone at home, I probably would have called an ambulance.
This might seem like an extreme step for shivering, but I can't stress enough how uncontrollable this was. Now, believe me, the irony of taking a pill to cure something that was caused by a pill is not lost on me. Don't get me started on this topic, it's one of my favorite things to rant about. I bring all of this up because March is Pharmacist Awareness Month. A month to celebrate and learn about the expanding role of our pharmacists. As such, we're starting a new column with the pharmacy team at Remedies in Oliver. You can check it out on page 10 - and check it out every month. There may just be a tidbit of information in there that is for you. Onwards, but still on the topic of health, Jorg Mardian has kicked off his campaign to whip the South Okanagan into shape. Check out page eight to see how he plans to do that. After speaking with Jorg, I'm kind of curious to see if his teachings would work on a guy like me. I suppose there's really only one way to find out, and that would be to take Jorg to task to see if he can whip me into shape. I'll be turning 37 this month, so I'm relatively young, but I'm also lazy enough to make Jeffrey Lebowski look like Richard Simmons, and I eat a very poor diet. What do you think, dear reader? Do you think Jorg can whip me into shape? Am I up for the rigours of what Jorg calls a "no-nonsense" approach? Drop me a line and let me know what you think. brian@oksun.ca
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BRIAN HIGHLEY has run international campaigns with Adbusters magazine and published the OK Sun newspaper in Osoyoos. He is of course writing this, and feels strange referring to himself in the third person.
REPORTER & PROOFREADER
ANDREA DUJARDINFLEXHAUG has been living in
the South Okanagan and writing for newspapers for 25-plus years, ever since she graduated from the Journalism Program at Langara, VCC
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DEREK HIGHLEY is a Class A Member of the PGA of America. He is TPI Certified and is a full time Golf Instructor teaching over 1,500 lessons annually.
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JORG MARDIAN is a Certified
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Kinesiology Specialist, Myoskeletal Therapist, Fitness Trainer and Registered Holistic Nutritionist. He specializes in injury/pain therapy, functional fitness, weight loss and holistic nutrition.
PETER HOVESTAD has been
an avid photographer since discovering the darkroom tucked under the stairs of his high school in the 1970’s. He is the president of the Osoyoos Photography Club.
SALLY FRANKS is the convener of the Mainly for Women Trade Show. She is proud of her association with the Women of Oliver for Women Society and a firm believer in their mandate and their contributions to the community.
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It was one of those March days when the sun shines hot and the wind blows cold: when it is summer in the light, and winter in the shade.” - Charles Dickens
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Jorg Mardian of Osoyoos is on a quest to whip the South Okanagan into shape. Photo: Brian Highley
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OLIVER THEATRE Enjoy your evening out, taking in a movie at the Oliver Theatre!
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Kiwanis Clubs of British Columbia/Yukon are working together to find a cure for childrens cancer. Through the Kiwanis Children’s Cancer Program (KCCP) they are raising funds to support an oncology fellow at BC Childrens Hospital. These ‘fellows’ spend part of their time working with cancer patients and part in the lab working to find new treatments and a cure. Childrens cancers look and grow differently than adult cancers and they don’t respond the same way to treatment. Cancer research on adults has very little benefit for childrens cancers but research on child-
rens cancers can be beneficial for adult cancers. Thanks to advances in research, clinical care and treatment, Health Canada reports that survival rates for childhood cancer today exceed 80 percent, a major increase from just 10 percent 40 years ago. The Kiwanis Club of Osoyoos will be holding their first Spring Craft Fair on Saturday, March 16th at the Osoyoos Legion Hall. This will be a fundraiser for KCCP. Please join us on March 16th to check out the spring items by our various crafters and to support the fight against childrens cancer.
OKANAGAN HISTORICAL SOCIETY Annual General Meeting
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soyoos resident Barb Pasternak did her part to support the recent Pink Shirt Anti-Bullying Day, by donating 50 of the signature pink t-shirts to the local Special Olympics team. The shirts were given out by Pasternak at the group’s bowling night in Osoyoos, so they could wear them on Anti-Bullying Day February 27. “They’re all good sports,” said Pasternak, noting about the pink shirt that “you can wear it any day.” The nationwide annual Anti-Bullying Day arose out of the actions of two high school students in Nova Scotia, who organized a protest in support of a male student who had been bullied for wearing a pink shirt to school. For more information, and up-to-date online articles and photos about the latest event, go to www. pinkshirtday.ca
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TOUGH LOVE Jorg Mardian is whipping the South Okanagan into shape
By Brian Highley
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itness, like ice cream, has many flavours of the day. And in Osoyoos the variety has been great, with residents enjoying a local body building gym, a recreation centre, women’s only fitness, as well as yoga, dance, Pilates and various fitness classes. With such a full plate and a seemingly limited audience, one would think that there isn’t room for much more, but local Personal Trainer Jorg Mardian has other ideas. He recently opened the Three60Fitness Studio on Main Street in Osoyoos. Mardian has an extensive background in fitness, ranging from amateur wrestling to martial arts to competitive powerlifting. He has been in the industry for decades, acquiring a degree in nutrition and certifications as a Personal Trainer, Kinesiology Specialist and Myoskeletal Therapist. What that means is he not only has the ability to get your excess pounds off quickly, but he also has a “take no prisoners” attitude. Having been mobile for years by training clients out of various gyms, he decided the time was right for a new angle to training; an atmosphere so unique, it would be a one of a kind approach in the South Okanagan. Imagine you could kick everyone out of the gym and have the whole place to yourself. This essentially is the atmosphere Three60Fitness studio offers. You may not have all the volume of equipment that a gym would, but you will have unique machines and gear to get the job done even better. You will also have a
fitness professional dedicated to creating your workout, and guiding you every step of the way. So, as you walk into the Three60Fitness training studio, you’re greeted with a lot of open space, where you can come in to move and have fun with your training. That is because every device Mardian employs is pushed to
the outside walls. Rowers, bikes, medicine balls, dumbbells and battle ropes abound. It is a veritable smorgasbord of equipment few see in conventional gyms, leading to training that is full of challenges, as well as mental and physical stimulations. Benefits Of Small Studio
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Training “Clients who exercise at a personal training studio are a niche audience who enjoy the privacy and attention they receive,” said Mardian. “That’s why I decided to open this place. If you feel embarrassed or intimidated around others, have special needs or simply need to get to your fitness goal as fast and safely as possible, then this is where you need to come.” Mardian’s philosophy has long been quality over quantity, which is why he’s incredibly busy with a huge number of dedicated clients who consistently exercise with him. “My rate is extremely fair for a trained professional, which means I can access even those who may be on limited budgets,” he said. “We also don’t charge a monthly or annual membership fee, because we’re not a gym. If you need other services, we’re happy to refer, but if you train here with me, all costs are built into the price of private training or fitness classes.” Mardian stresses that in this type of environment, you don’t compete with anyone else for your personal trainer’s attention, or for the use of the equipment. This unique and secure personal training experience helps you devote all your concentration and energy to your workout. “I wanted to create an atmosphere that is more intimate to Personal Training, as well as fitness classes,” said Mardian. “All the space you see is yours, or we use it to rock Boot Camp in a class setting.” Most Effective Training For Clients Mardian says he specializes
in fat loss, and it’s hard to argue, because many in the South Okanagan have either heard of him or taken part in his training. It seems he has been everywhere, from conducting classes and seminars at both the Oliver and Osoyoos recreation centres, to many smaller venues, private homes, schools and various gyms. He has also been active in donating his services to worthy causes such as fundraisers, auctions and charities. Now barely three months into opening the studio, Mardian already sees a substantial increase in new clients. He attributes this to word of mouth advertising and excitement about his “functional and incredibly effective” approach to training. “My business relies on word of mouth referrals and this doesn’t happen if I’m not successful. I’ve taken many thousands of collective pounds off people over the years,” stresses Mardian. “One of my longest served clients is a local girl who has been with me for about two and a half years,” he said. “She lost about 70 pounds fairly quickly, because I taught her to eat properly without dieting, and to work out effectively.” He added laughing, “She may not agree that it was always fun, but success soothes a great deal of discomfort.” Mardian discussed a new science-based training he employs, that has become popular among top trainers the last few years. Called “Metabolic Resistance Training” (MRT), it’s described as one of the best, most intense strategies for building muscle, torching fat, and improving overall physical fitness, at the same time. “I’ll cut to the chase for you here,” he added seriously. “It’s no-holds-barred, haul-butt, maximum-effort, huff-n-puff train-
ing. It’ll spike your metabolism, crush calories, boost your ability to make muscle, and maximize your body’s capacity for change, through efficient cardiovascular and muscular training.” Some people might be intimidated by such a sentence, but Mardian assures that he has the ability to train individuals from their ability levels, with no injuries.
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I’ve trained people from age 7 to 97, and have always been able to adapt exercises for them, while still maintaining the ability to meet their needs. That includes people in wheelchairs, those with missing fingers, arms or legs, or others having back, neck and knee injuries,” he emphasized. “If exercise is intelligently applied, nothing should be a deterrent
with a functional approach.” Anyone who is a current or former client will attest to the fact that Mardian is disciplined, and has a no-nonsense attitude to training. He studies meticulously on current training methods, and applies them with a degree of fervour which is refreshing, to the point where he seeks results more than his clients. “I hate failure,” he emphasized. That’s why I don’t use cookie cutter fitness approaches and dietary nonsense. Everything has to be proven or else it gets thrown out.” “We use functional equipment that continues to vary your training and keeps it challenging. One day you might be on the Mountain Climber machine and do kettlebell and rower circuits. Another day I might have you use heavy bands, battle ropes or slam balls to get your metabolism to respond. Each has their own unique way of continually challenging the body, and making
sure the training stays effective for the client,” Mardian states. “Yes, it’s hard. It’s supposed to be hard. That’s what makes it so effective,” he adds. “Functional training should be thought of as the natural movements that we’re designed to do, with no restrictions,” he said. “They allow us to move in all planes of motion and integrate our whole body through squatting, bending, lunging, pushing, pulling, and performing motions across all three planes of motion. Utilizing this rule in our training programs leads clients to a level of fitness clients never thought possible, at any age,” he said. Injury Therapy As a Kinesiology Specialist and Myoskeletal Therapist, Mardian has extensive skills in injury therapy, putting together programs that have allowed him to serve clients from ICBC, physical therapist, chiropractic and doctor
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Nutrition Maverick Mardian also has a large office he uses for counseling clients in whole food eating for weight loss or disease prevention. He believes there are many crazy fad diets available today, which seem to irritate him to no end. “It’s frustrating because we have so many poor short term choices available and so few long term solutions,” he added. “The only way to combat that is by having success with tried and true methods such as whole food eating.” With respect to dieting, Mardian is sort of a maverick because he refuses to count calories or have people go hungry. His adage is that whole foods are largely low calorie anyways, yet high in nutrients. So eating smaller meals, more frequently each day is a way he has used successfully to take off 60 to 80 pounds from many clients. “If you don’t understand what types of foods impact your health today, you’re going to get overweight and sick fast,” he stated. “Our food supply is simply not healthy anymore, and you have to understand basic principles of health to keep disease at bay.” Fitness Classes
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referrals for years. “I use only the latest scientifically proven exercise therapy available. That means spending a lot of time studying to understand what the experts in their respective fields have to say,” added Mardian. “But the end result is that I am able to help at times where other modalities may not be successful. On the other hand, I’m not too proud to refer out to other professionals if I feel I can’t help my clients.”
Another option Mardian is excited about is his Boot Camp classes. He already has a steady clientele, and he figures this summer will be extremely busy with thousands of tourists converging on Osoyoos. These classes are a mix of high-octane stations designed to get you sweaty fast under his tutelage, as well as a more methodical, yet still diabolically hard approach from his other trainer, Kevin Nelson. “Both of us have a unique approach which lends itself to a diverse audience,” states Mardian. “The end result is still the most effective training available.” Boot Camp classes are offered Monday,
Wednesday and Friday mornings at 6 am for those who need a shot of adrenaline for the day; as well as Monday, Wednesday and Thursday evenings at 5:30 pm for the “pump me up after a hard day at work” crowd. Three60Fitness also offers a Gentlefit class on Monday and Friday mornings at 9 am for those who can be intimidated by other classes, are new at fitness or may suffer from injuries. “This is a fantastic class to get your feet wet and become stronger, keep away aches and pains, strengthen bones and become more physically fit for every day life,” added Mardian. “Everyone can join regardless of age or ability because I’ll modify the exercises for you.” Mardian figures seniors don’t want to be anonymous and desire
to get to know others in such a setting. He goes on to say that by acknowledging individuals in a class, he can help members develop respect for each other and foster a sense of belonging. “The class becomes a collaborative effort, and everyone has a sense of being in this together.” It’s hard to argue with success. If the last couple of opening months are any indication, then Three60Fitness is here to stay. Not that this is a bad thing, as variety is the spice of life, and Mardian figures that fitness professionals need to work together in a collaborative way to make exercise become more prominent in the community. He envisions Three60Fitness becoming a gateway to a more comprehensive approach to health for fitness neophytes, athletes, seniors, and
even children. Much of this he believes, will be done through education seminars, classes, private training, injury therapy and whole food nutrition products. “This is an exciting time to be in the natural health business,” said Mardian. “The industry is now more unified than ever because we know what gets the job done. I hope to work together with professionals of every stripe to help people in a structured way that best serves their needs. That’s what this job is about ultimately – our clients.” If you are interested in booking a private training session, attending a fitness class, or getting an injury treated, call the Three60Fitness Studio at 778-437-2322. Or come down in person to 8313 Main Street, Osoyoos.
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My New Hip By Andrea Dujardin-Flexhaug When I told people I was getting a hip replacement, almost every one of them thought I was too young for that type of operation. Unfortunately, that is not true. In fact, it is a common misconception that hip replacements, and the disease of arthritis itself, are reserved for senior citizens. On the contrary, arthritis afflicts all ages, from the very young to the very old. A total of 4.6 million (one in six) Canadians aged 15 years and older report having arthritis. About 61,500 Canadian children and youth have arthritis. In my case, a hip injury in my 30’s led to osteoarthritis (the most common type), a wearing down of the joint cartilage that normally acts as a cushion. The resulting inflammation led to a limp, stiffness and soreness my joint. An orthopedic surgeon in Penticton told me at the time that I would eventually need a full hip replacement. Over the years my symptoms would wax and wane, with mild pain manageable with anti-inflammatories, a bit of a limp and stiffness in the hip joint after sitting. It wasn’t until about a year and a half ago that all of my symptoms increased, and became more noticeable to others as well. When I was walking along Main Street in Osoyoos, people I knew would remark on my pronounced limp. I found that I could now only walk 15 minutes at the most, with stops, on a good day. There was simply too much
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weakness and stiffness, and soreness in the hip joint. This all led me back to the orthopedic surgeon last year in Penticton, where I decided that I wanted to go ahead with the hip replacement. Fortunately, for hip arthritis, surgery is an effective way to treat it, and one of the most consistently successful types of orthopedic surgery there is. There are two surgeons who perform this type of surgery at Penticton General Hospital (PGH), and my surgeon alone does about 350 hip/knee operations each year. It seems that there are a lot of people I run into in the South Okanagan who have had either a hip or knee operation, and have been glad that they did. Once I decided to go ahead with it, it was only about a six month wait for me, with my surgery in January of this year. What To Expect There is a great deal of pre-op preparation for a hip replacement, and it starts off with an informative workshop along with other patients at Penticton General Hospital. You find out how to prepare for it, what it involves and what to expect afterwards. A 76-page booklet written by Interior Health that the patient gets to take home tells you everything you need to know about the whole procedure. “You are train-
ing for a major physical event …,” the booklet prompted. “Focus on building your strength and staying as active as you possibly can.” This was advice that I followed as much as possible, considering my arthritic hip, especially building my arm strength, which would be relied on more after the surgery. The second pre-surgery trip to the hospital involves a session with the pre-admitting nurse, who goes over all the patient’s medical history in detail; and tells you what to bring for the hospital stay, which is between three and five days for a hip operation. I packed my bag accordingly, and I organized household matters well ahead of time. All of the pre-planning gave me a sense of confidence and calmness for what lay ahead. Being ahead of the game turned out to be a good thing anyways, as my surgery was moved forward one week sooner than I expected, to midJanuary. Hip Operation Day On the night before the operation, PGH’s admitting desk lets the patient know what time to come in. It definitely helps for any out-of-town patient getting an operation, to stay in a motel nearby overnight, which I did, in order to get to the hospital easily. I am not
an earlybird by any stretch of the imagination, but I was still very pleased when I was called in for the earliest time possible, 6:30 a.m. It was a cold and dark early morning in January when I got dropped off at PGH, with one of the first of the scheduled surgeries of the day. I was very pleased about that, as there were no delays or time to sit around getting nervous. It was a quiet check-in, with no lineup at the admitting desk, and a quick walk through the almost empty lobby to the preop area. There, I was readied by a nurse, and I was given a sedative to calm the nerves. I felt quite calm actually, but I wasn’t going to turn it down. I was then put on a stretcher and rolled down a hallway for a short wait, before going into the operating room. There were only a few minutes to take it all in, and see the medical team, before I was given anesthetics, and the close to two hour operation began. Room With A View The next thing I remember is lying in a bed in a hospital room next to a window overlooking Penticton’s snow-covered mountains (room with a view). The room held four patients, with curtains providing privacy. I actually preferred this setup over opting for a private room, with roommates to chat a bit with and get my mind off my own situation. Directly across from me was diabetic patient Wally, who had been there about two weeks already, and in good spirits despite being an amputee and awaiting a prosthetic limb. I realized my hip situation was a small matter to deal with, in comparison to the challenge he faced.
Arthritis Facts and Statistics The term arthritis (“arthro” meaning joint, “itis” meaning inflammation) is used to refer to more than 100 related conditions. 4.5 million, or one in six, Canadians aged 15 years and older report having arthritis. By 2031, approximately seven million Canadians (one in five) are expected to have arthritis. Arthritis can strike anyone at anytime, regardless of age, physical condition or ethnic background. Two-thirds of those affected with arthritis are women. The symptoms of arthritis vary, but it commonly results in joint pain and swelling that impacts daily activities. Over two-thirds of people with arthritis report activity limitations. Generally, there are two types of arthritis: rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and related diseases, which are immune-mediated systemic inflammatory joint diseases, and osteoarthritis (OA), which is a degenerative joint disease whose onset is mediated by previous joint injury or other factors. Evidence shows ongoing inflammation and cartilage destruction in both types of arthritis, although it is more pronounced in RA and related immune-mediated joint diseases. Inflammatory arthritis is an autoimmune disorder where an individual’s own antibodies attack tissue in the lining of the joints and, sometimes, in other internal organs, causing inflammation, swelling and pain. It is estimated that one million Canadians live with inflammatory types of arthritis.  Osteoarthritis (OA) occurs when cartilage, the material covering and protecting the ends of bones, begins to wear away. The eventual result is pain, stiffness, swelling and bone-on-bone movement in the affected joint. More than 10 per cent of Canadian adults are affected by OA, which is the most prevalent type of arthritis. Joint damage caused by OA accounts for more than 80 per cent of hip replacement surgery and over 90 per cent of knee replacements in Canada.
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You can expect to be not very mobile, of course, after a hip replacement, and to feel soreness from the incision, especially upon moving. But the day after the surgery, the nurses do encourage you to sit up and get on your feet using a walker on the first day, and sit in a chair. With strong pain medications to help ease one through the first few days, and the nurses there to assist you day and night, it was all manageable. I also experienced muscle spasms in the thigh, which happens after a hip operation sometimes, but fortunately an ice pack helped with that. Being in the hospital for several nights, not sleeping as well and experiencing the first few days of recovery may seem stressful. It does help if you keep in mind that this is a temporary situation, and that things will get easier. The days seemed to go quickly, with medical staff periodically taking vital signs, a jaunt to the x-ray department, guests stopping in, and physiotherapists starting me on (very) mild exercises. At first, there was hardly any movement in my leg upon exercising it. But after heading home, the improvement was swift and surprising to me. In fact, after a few weeks at home using a walker, and crutches to go out, it may seem that you are ready to walk without these aides. But this is not the case, as the new hip needs time to heal and ‘regroup,’ so to speak.I heeded the warnings from the medical staff not to try and rush things, as the new joint could come loose if so, and that I would know it (in other words, a lot of pain). This was enough to keep my usual impatient nature in check. Better to stay the course, and carry on using the walker and/or crutches for the prescribed time, and follow the rehabilitation. Everything is well coordinated between medical staff, especially in this computerized age, with the Home Care Nurse and local physiotherapist making house calls soon after the patient returns home. Now that it is a month since my operation, I go for physiotherapy at SOGH, to build up muscles and movement in the leg and hip. I am in month two now of recovery and getting stronger and more mobile all the time. There is no arthritic pain in my hip anymore. The operation has been more than worth it in my case, and I look forward to being able to walk normally and for longer distances again in the near future. I would like to take this opportunity to thank the entire medical staff, especially my experienced and personable surgeon, at Penticton General Hospital for their expert care and efficiency. Also, a special thank-you to the young student nurses who were so inspiring to me, with their confident manner and enthusiasm in caring for the patients.
Love, Loss And What I Wore
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ove, Loss and What I Wore traces Gingy's life story, as she uses her clothing as a metaphor for the triumphs and tragedies in her life. Interspersed with her memories are several vignettes about 28 other women (portrayed by the four other cast members) and their relationships with boyfriends, sisters, mothers,
fathers, spouses, each other and their clothes. Love, Loss and What I Wore by Nora and Delia Ephron will be performed March 1 and 2 at Summerland Centre Stage, March 8 and 9 at Osoyoos (OSS) Minitheatre and March 15 and 16 at Oliver Seniors Centre. Tickets are $18 adults, and $15 seniors and
students. On sale now at Sundance Video in Oliver, Your Dollar Store with More in Osoyoos, Dragon's Den in Penticton, and The Sweet Tooth Cafe in Summerland. Also available at the door, seats permitting. More information is available at SOAP @ telus.net or 250-4983597.
Christine Rothwell, Robin Stille, Linda Lobb, Penelope Johnson, and Tracey Granger “hang” out on stage. Photo: Jen Jensen
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ord is spreading that Okanagan Falls has much to offer those who are seeking a location to start a business, or grow an existing business in the South Okanagan. Lower taxes and great transportation links, together with ample and affordable industrial land, compared to other communities in the region, is making Okanagan Falls the investment community of choice for a growing number of businesses. While the closure of the Weyerhaeuser mill was certainly a devastating blow for the community in 2006, this closure has presented Okanagan Falls with enviable opportunities to grow and diversify its economy. This is a luxury that many communities only dream of. There is so much more to Okanagan Falls than initially meets the eye. The opportunities to really make a difference to the economy and fabric of the community are endless. The closure of the Weyerhaeuser site spurred the community into action. A dedicated economic development office (EDO) was established in 2009 to serve Okanagan Falls and Area ‘D.’ Work has continued to reposition the community into a growing economic hub in the region. Since joining the team just before Christmas 2010, my role as economic development coordinator has been to promote the area, and to create the conditions needed to grow the economy. My priority in 2011, was to create our first economic development strategy – a
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ACTION PLAN By John Powell
John Powell spoke to business owners recently at the South Okanagan Chamber of Commerce business promoting business at Dogtown Coffee Co. in Okanagan Falls.
practical and achievable three year action plan that addresses our unique set of opportunities and challenges. In 2012, a review of the Official Community Plan (OCP) for area ‘D2’ (all areas of Area “D’ to the east of Skaha Lake including Okanagan Falls) was undertaken. A ‘citizen’s committee,’ made up of a representative cross-section of Area D2 residents, met regularly to ensure that residents had a strong say in where and how development should take place in the next decade. Feedback from this committee, together with community feedback during several open houses and surveys, has indicated several prevailing views which will also help guide the work of the economic development office in the coming years. Important outcomes of this OCP review (citizen feedback) include the following: •
the Weyerhaeuser site should be redeveloped entirely for industrial use and that housing should not be permitted
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the majority of development in ‘D2’ in the next decade should take place within the existing boundaries of Okanagan Falls
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the ‘Western’ theme should be dropped from buildings along the Highway 97 corridor through Okanagan Falls.
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This OCP is still in draft form and the aforementioned citizen feedback will be considered by the EDO, as it applies and develops the economic development strategy in 2013. Growing interest in Okanagan Falls as a place to invest has prompted businesses along Highway 97 to renovate their properties. The need to create an identity in Okanagan Falls is necessary and will help to unite new businesses, existing businesses and associations such as the OK Falls Winery Association. In 2013, the EDO will be exploring opportunities to work with the community and these businesses to create a vision for the Highway 97 corridor that champions and strengthens the community over time. There is certainly a great deal that needs to be done and is being done. Initiatives such as the recent update of our website www.okfalls.ca and the ongoing development of our first ever community, economic and site selection profiles will certainly help us on the long road to economic growth and prosperity in Okanagan Falls and Area ‘D’. Information about the EDO, Area ‘D’ communities and economy and links to the economic development strategy, OCP’s and other useful information can be found on our website www. okfalls.ca.
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hings are hopping on Main Street in Oliver. Joyce Muckler of the vintage collectible store Charlie’s Hair (featured in the December/January issue of the Okanagan Sun) has recently moved her business to a more visible location in the heart of Oliver’s Main Street, next to H&R Block. Muckler’s vast selection of vintage wares, comics and gifts come with her, and yes, she still offers reasonably priced haircuts for $17 (seniors and children $15). Same hours of operation from Tuesday to Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Phone (250) 498-5502. 6264 Main Street, Oliver. ‘Charlie’s Hair’s nearby neighbour, Elite Jewellery & Pawn, is busy adding to their three-year-old business. Owners Darrell and Amber are expanding their present store to an empty place next door. One side will offer jewellery sales and repair, and custom work, and the other side will still be devoted to their pawn shop which includes everything from “tools to jewels,” says Darrell. Expected opening is sometime in May. And lastly, further south down Main Street of Oliver, is Copy Cat Printing, which opened in January. Lisa Cartwright offers a wide range of printing services, as well as copying, faxing, laminating, binding, scanning and more. Copy Cat Printing is also home to a new Purolator Shipping and Receiving office. Office hours: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday to Friday. (250) 498-0095. Send your business news to info@oksun.ca
Charlie's Hair in Oliver
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PST | Are You Ready?
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he final legislative amendments to complete the Provincial Sales Tax Act have been introduced by Finance Minister Michael de Jong, bringing the province one step closer to a re-implemented PST on April 1, 2013. Bill 2 provides transitional provisions and consequential and related amendments to other statutes that are required for the re-implementation of the PST. Measures include: · Increasing tobacco tax rates to offset the elimination of the provincial portion of the HST on tobacco, keeping the overall tax and price of tobacco generally constant after April 1, 2013. · Re-implementing the 2.7 cents per litre tax on propane as of April 1, 2013. · Clarifying the requirements and taxation of heating oil, non motor fuel oil and natural gas to explain when PST applies and when motor fuel tax applies. · Minor changes to the New
Housing Transition Tax and Rebate Act, which came into force on Dec. 1, 2012. The act also includes transitional provisions that set out when PST would apply to transactions that straddle April 1, 2013. These rules work in conjunction with the federal government rules for the elimination of HST in B.C. New housing transitional rules were first announced Feb. 17, 2012, and general transitional rules were announced Oct. 15, 2012. The legislation reflects the unofficial consolidation released to the public on Jan. 9, and includes changes that have been made to ensure the final version includes all measures necessary for a smooth transition. The government remains on track to return to the PST April 1, 2013, and has been running an extensive business outreach program to have businesses register for PST and to help businesses understand their
obligations. It’s estimated that more than 100,000 businesses will need to register for the PST, and, come April 1, more than 30,000 businesses will have started up since the HST was introduced—meaning they could have no prior experience with the tax. Businesses that sell or lease taxable goods, or sell software or taxable services in B.C., are now able to register to collect the tax. A new PST number will be assigned once the business registration application is processed. Businesses can register three ways: Online – go to: www.gov.bc.ca/ etaxbc/register In person – go to the nearest Service BC Centre. See locations at: www. servicebc.gov.bc.ca/ – or visit our office at 1802 Douglas St. in Victoria. By mail or fax – complete the Application for Registration for Provincial Sales Tax (FIN 418) found at: www. gov.bc.ca/pst (Go to Forms and Publications.)
The South Okanagan Chamber of Commerce invited Jodi Hansen of White Kennedy Accounting firm to speak to business owners about the upcoming return to PST.
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Boost Your Brain By Laara Harlingten
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hatever ‘smart’ means to you, it all starts with a healthy brain. Some folks are ‘book smart’ or ‘street smart’, while others might take the Ikea instructions for their kitchen cupboards and assemble it in record time. For me, I play dumb when it comes to assembly instructions and find the person smart enough to brag about this gift. And for those gentlemen out there, it’s sometimes smart to ask for directions. As for being a know-it-all, well, let’s just say pride goeth before a fall. So no matter what your definition of ‘smart’, your brain does have a mind of its own. I will go easy on you by telling you a bit of dark chocolate is good food for thought! The following food and food-based supplements are GRAS for the general public. And, in my position, it is probably smart to advise you to talk to your doctor; or better yet take a handful of walnuts to him/her for their afternoon slump. Here are a few do-it-yourself home remedies for increasing your brain’s voltage. Your brain just loves a heaping serving of enthusiasm and willpower. Three regular balanced whole food meals keep your blood sugar balanced, reduce cravings and help you to maintain your ideal weight effortlessly. Eat Essential Fats at least twice a day. Fish oils are the best source of omega-3 fatty acids. These fatty acids are essential for regulating mood and emotions and preventing depression.
Fish oils are also beneficial for attention and memory. Fish oils are also an excellent source of B vitamins, including vitamin B12, which can be hard to find in a vegetarian diet. The B Vitamins are necessary for neurotransmitter and myelin sheath production,
nerve conduction and utilization of fuel by the brain. The days of low-fat dieting have been replaced by ‘right fats.’ Today’s information highway has helped us all smarten up about the role of nutrition in our total well-being, but in case you missed that class I will give you a condensed version of ‘right fat’ foods. Fish, walnuts, almonds, flax oil, hemp oil, coconut oil, ground flax, hemp seeds and chia seeds are all very good sources of essential fats that your brain just can’t get enough of. Essential fats can be added to your breakfast cereal, or used in salads or added to juice. These fats are best if they are not heated. Today, it is wise to pick the brain of a reliable seafood specialist like Helen at Helen’s Seafood Cove in Osoyoos. She will give you tips and tastes that will inspire any cook.
For vegans or others who just don’t like fish, there are plenty of other foods rich in essential fats. For a quick “right fat” snack, spread almond or peanut butter on celery sticks or apple slices. I always carry a nutty snack! Your memory depends on “right fats.” The next time you are craving chocolate or cheesecake or potato chips, train your brain to go ‘aha, it’s a trick.’ Your Essential Fatty Acids are too low. Cravings are the language of your brain, learn to speak its language. For cooking, coconut oil, olive oil and butter are still the healthiest. For toast and popcorn, I recommend whipping l lb. of butter with ¾ cup olive oil and ¾ cup coconut oil. Feel free to mix and match either way you spread it – it feeds your mind and your body. If you are not into all the above ways to add food sources of Essential Fats for the health of your brain, there are as many choices of Essential Fat supplements available. Be sure to include high quality protein at every meal. Protein contains the building blocks for the whole mind and body. And finally, every cell of your body eavesdrops on what you are thinking, so choose your thoughts carefully. Well, that’s a ‘no brainer. ‘ Contact Laara at Bonnie Doon Health Supplies at 250-495-6313, and discover a whole new world of foods for thought! Watch for her upcoming ‘Brainiac’ seminars. Both educational and entertaining. Like life, food should be fun above all else!
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Grand Finale For SOCS Series
classical and opera repertoire. His rich, well honed voice is a treat to hear. A sense of belonging and nostalgia held him close to the early Western genre as he experimented with other styles. The orchestra consists of Winnipeg’s finest folk/ jazz musicians and from these roots the ‘gypsy jazz from the saddle’ was born. Richard Moody on violin, Greg Lowe on guitar and Daniel Koulack on double bass add clever arrangements resplendant with virtuosity and style. The repertoire is eclectic, fun and fascinating, featuring finger-snapping swing beats, honey-slowed love croons and show stopping “extreme” yodeling. Did I say yodeling? Yup! I told you we were stepping out of the box on this one! Come join the fun and give this a try! Four admission Flex pass tickets ($60) are on sale now at Beyond Bliss Esthetics in Oliver, at Imperial Office Pro in Osoyoos and at the door. For those of you who have an extra admission or two on your Flex Pass, now is the time to bring along a friend. If some of the Snow Birds are back, get four people together for one Flex Pass Boundary Similkameen and get the most reasonable price. Single admission is $20. Young people 17 and It has been my honour and 8312 - 74th Avenue Ph: 250 495-2042 under are welcome to attend the concert free. Those needing transportation by van pleasure to serve asFax: your MLA P.O. Box 1110 250 495-2077 can make reservations by calling Maureen Osoyoos, BC for the Boundary Similkameen. Toll Free: 1 877 652-4304 at 250-495-7978. V0H 1V0 I would like to take this This is also the time to bring along your john.slater.mla@leg.bc.ca cheque book and get the Early Bird price for opportunity to thank you next season. The complete flexibility of a www.johnslatermla.bc.ca for your support. pass makes it easy to use and to share.
After an enormously successful series of concerts, the South Okanagan Concert Society is taking a firm step out on a limb to conclude this season’s series. Thursday (yes I said Thursday not Friday), March 7, Woody Holler and his Orchestra will hit the stage at our temporary venue of the Oliver Alliance Church at 7:30 pm. When musician Bob Park and concert society President Janet Marcotte returned from an annual music showcase in Vancouver, they told the rest of us, “We just have to have this one!” Some of us wondered if they had strayed off course, but their enthusiasm was catching and they know our audience very well. Quality is imperative and a little musical fun is in order. Woody Holler and his Orchestra are purveyors of western swing. They love to explore the crossover between jazz and western and produce “gypsy jazz from the saddle.” Raised on the songs of the cowboy, Woody also has extensive voice training in
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The War of 1812 in the West The Oregon Country Legacy
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little-known event at Fort Astoria prevented conflict in the Pacific Northwest during the War of 1812. Ramifications of this event came close to resulting in a later war between Great Britain and the United States! This exhibit tells the story of what happened in the West as a result of the War of 1812. The Osoyoos Museum Society proudly officially opens this travelling exhibit Saturday, March 16, 2013 from 2-4 p.m. at the Osoyoos & District Museum and Archives, 19 Park Place (next to the Seniors Centre). Join us for refreshments and a chance to meet the creators of this exhibit, which shows until April 12. A feature lecture by Curator Ken Favrholdt will be held March 20 from 7-8 p.m.
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Pascal Madevon Joins Culmina Family Estate Winery As Vineyard Manager And Winemaker
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rominent Bordeauxtrained winemaker and viticulturalist Pascal Madevon has joined Don, Elaine and Sara Triggs at Culmina Family Estate Winery in Oliver as Vineyard Manager and Winemaker. With over 20 years of experience in Bordeaux and the South Okanagan, Pascal Madevon, a passionate, talented, and classically trained winemaker and viticulturalist joins the Culmina Family
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Estate Winery team. Inspired by Culmina’s vision to pursue excellence through rigorous scientific study and a desire to create wines of icon quality from the property’s exceptional terroir, Pascal is excited by the prospect of working with the Triggs to help bring their vision to life. “I am looking very forward to further developing the Culmina estate - the terroir-potential is fantastic,” Madevon said. “The new winery is also very beautiful and I can’t wait to start
making wine there.” Culmina Family Estate Winery, located on the Golden Mile between Oliver and Osoyoos, is the result of a lifetime of experience in the wine industry for Don, Elaine and Sara Triggs. Through their hard work, scientific study, commitment to craft, unwavering pursuit of excellence and a longstanding faith in the potential for icon quality wines from Canadian soil, Culmina Family Estate Winery was born.
Black Hills Estate’s 2010 Syrah Takes First Place At The Canadian Culinary Championships
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Black Hills Estate’s 2010 Syrah won the Gold Medal at last weekends Canadian Culinary Championships in Kelowna. Winning chefs from 8 different regions across the country battled head to head to see who would win the gold, silver and bronze medals for top chef in the country. At the same time a panel of esteemed wine judges evaluated over 30 wines that qualified to be involved in the CCC events and judged Black Hill’s Syrah to be top wine of the weekend. “To win the Best of Show Award at the Canadian National championships for Gold Medal Plates is an incredible honour for our wine” said Graham Pierce, Winemaker for Black Hills Estate Winery. “For our 2010 Syrah to receive this recognition, is just further validation of the wonderful flavours that this grape can produce from our Black Sage road vineyard. We tip our hat to Steve and our vineyard team for producing such wonderful fruit for us to craft into wine” About The Canadian Culinary Championships The Canadian Culinary Championships is the finale of Gold Medal Plates - the ultimate celebration of Canadian Excellence in cuisine, wine, entertainment and athletic achievement. Celebrated in nine cities across Canada, Gold Medal Plates featured superb wines and the premier chefs in each city in a competition to crown a gold, silver and bronze medal culinary team in each city, and subsequently nation-wide at the Canadian Culinary Championships. Founded in 2003, the goal of Gold Medal Plates is to raise substantial funds for Canada’s high performance athletes, while celebrating Canadian excellence. Since 2004, this event has received tremendous support and accolades all across Canada, and generated a combined net total of $5 million for Canada’s Olympic and Paralympic athletes! For more information, visit the Gold Medal Plates website www.goldmedalplates.com
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What’s New At Bonnie Doon?
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e rely on organizational experts to tidy up our messes, clean our homes and cut out the clutter. We are instructed to reduce the physical noise and repair the broken, so we can de-stress and decompress. Diligence is required for nurturing a healthy, energetic home. However, it is much easier to allow your surroundings to become cluttered and messy than it is to dispose of the unwanted and the unnecessary. For that reason, many people avoid routine maintenance, but for those who spare not expense in regrouping the physical world around them, do you step aside to consider a change in you? Do you rethink your health and how important it is to do a little cleansing on the inside? Routine is common when it comes to cleaning our homes, but can often take a backseat when it comes to our health. Rediscover the basics of how to rejuvenate your inner world every day – to boost energy and metabolism, optimize the digestive system, and ensure you are at an optimal weight. Take cleaning beyond the home and include your inner self as part
of any cleansing process. Your mind and body can feel revitalized when you choose to make important changes. Start by following simple guidelines that will make the effort well worth it. Once you have made a dedicated effort, you will be better prepared to embrace a healthier lifestyle. Clearing out the toxins gives you the opportunity to rejuvenate, reenergize, and revitalize. Get ready to imagine a whole new you, and a better living space for your body and mind.....every day! Where and how you begin to follow the road to better well-being begins with you. To detail your plan of action, answer the following 10 questions. 1. Does your diet consist of fatty, processed foods? 2. Do you drink soda and other sugary drinks? 3. Are you overweight or underweight? 4. Do you drink too much coffee? 5. Is your diet lacking foods rich in colour? 6. Do you snack ....a lot? 7. Are you a smoker? 8. Do you often feel lethargic or
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fatigued? 9. Are you currently taking medication? 10. Is your meat, poultry and fish non-organic? If you answered “yes” to many or most of the above questions, toxicity may exist – a good sign that you may want to consider a detoxifying cleanse and a change of lifestyle. Our bodies are reflections of who we are and how we treat them. Much like our homes, our bodies can be easily cluttered and influenced by so many distractions and persuasions. Give your body the daily support it needs to help eliminate those nasty toxins, and make bad habits obsolete. Commit to a lifestyle that is conducive to good health, so your system can function properly. Plus, the natural health product you choose shouldn't be one that makes shortlived, unrealistic promises. Choose a Natural Herbal DAILY Detox for continuous gently cleansing and it's immune enhancing properties. For more information on Internal Spring Cleansing drop into Bonnie Doon's for a free information booklet. “Let us Help you to Better Health.” ref: www.NakaHerbs.com
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South Okanagan Newcomers Group (SONG) Meet Max And Janet Uhlemann
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re you new to the South Okanagan area in the last couple of years, and interested in meeting others? Are you looking to make connections with others in the community? If yes, read this article, because the content is for you. Max and Janet Uhlemann moved to Oliver last August, and rented a small house so they could get a sense of community, before buying a home. They moved from Victoria, where they lived for 33 years working in that community as teachers. With two grown children in the Oliver area, and the arrival of their first grandchild, they decided a move to the South Okanagan was a great idea. The couple looked for ways to make connections with others in the community. They found the Community Recreation Centre and Oliver Senior Centre, in addition to other welcoming organizations. The Uhlemanns believed the existing organizations were great, but they were looking for additional ways to connect with other people new to the South Okanagan. They had heard from Victoria friends about the Sydney community on Vancouver Island having a thriving organization for new people, the Peninsula Newcomers Club. Two friends from Ontario who moved to Victoria reported this Club was the best connection to the new community they had made. The Uhlemanns, with the support of the Oliver Senior Centre, volunteered to start a South Okanagan Newcomers Group (SONG); with social and educa-
tional goals and the same purposes as the one in Sydney. The purpose is to welcome individuals and couples new to the South Okanagan; provide them with useful information about the area; meet in friendship with other newcomers; and provide social activities for members. SONG is building on the activities existing at the Oliver Senior Centre, as well as developing new activities based on the interests of the members. Example activities include hiking, walking, golfing, painting, a book group, biking, potluck lunch, wine and appies, dining out, bridge, dining in and tours. SONG can be as active as its members choose for it to be. The options are limitless. The group meets at the Oliver Senior Centre from 2 pm to 3:30 pm on subsequent second Thurs-
days of the month. The Oliver Senior Centre address is 5876 Airport Street, located behind the RCMP station. If you want more information contact Max or Janet Uhlemann at 250-498-2121; or e-mail janetuhlemann44@gmail.com or muhleman@uvic.ca.
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ith all this cooler weather around us, we are still reaching for those comfort foods. One of my favourites is Italian Stew, which serves six nicely. Must be cooked the day ahead for best flavour. Use the best quality of everything for the best results. • 3 tbsp. olive oil • 2 lb. stew meat • 6 small onions (peeled and cut in ½) • 2 cloves crushed garlic • 5 ½ oz. tin tomato paste • 1 tbsp. Flour • 1 tsp. chili powder • 1 tsp Italian seasoning • 1 ½ tsp. seasoned salt • 28 oz. can tomatoes • ½ cup chopped parsley • 1 cup warm water • 3 large carrots cut into 1” pieces • 1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese
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Heat olive oil and brown your stew meat well. Add onions and garlic and continue cooking and stirring for five minutes. Combine tomato paste, seasonings, tomatoes, parsley and water and stir into pan juices. Bring to boil. Add meat and stir well. Cover and simmer 1 ¼ hours. Add carrots and continue simmering for 45 minutes or until meat is tender. Cook macaroni, rinse and stir into stew. Sprinkle with parmesan cheese before serving with a big robust salad and maybe some cheese scones.
Mix with 1 cup of white sugar and place into a buttered casserole dish. Sprinkle with cinnamon and dot with 2 tbsp. butter. Topping: mix together until crumbly 1 cup flour, ¾ cups brown sugar and ½ cup butter. Place atop apples and bake at 375 degrees F for 45 minutes or until brown and bubbly. We have so many kinds of apples these days. Granny Smith apples are always a good choice. Another is a mix of Golden Delicious and Spartans. As you know, Frances of Osoyoos Home Hardware has a knack for finding household tools to make our lives in the kitchen easier. Her latest is from a company called Kuhn Rohn, which prevents pots from boiling over. Check it out!
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Mar 2: Okanagan-Similkameen Healthy Living Fair. Healthy Heart Screening & Trade Exhibition. Free to the Public. Over 50 Health & Fitness Exhibitors. Penticton Trade & Convention Centre, 273 Power Street in Penticton. 9am - 4pm Mar 11: RDOS Biodiversity Open House to introduce “Keeping Nature in Our Future” a biodiversity strategy for the South OkanaganSimilkameen, developed by SOSCP and partners. Osoyoos Sonora Centre, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Mar 11: The Fugitives at Osoyoos Secondary School. Tickets: Imperial Office Pro, Osoyoos Mar 16-Apr 13: Stories from the Kiln. Osoyoos Potters Show & Sale at the Osoyoos Art Gallery Mar 16: Osoyoos Museum presents The War of 1812 in the West: The Oregon Country Legacy. Official opening will be held from 2 pm to 4 pm Refreshments will be served. On Wednesday March 20, from 7 pm to 8 pm, curator Ken Favrholdt will present an illustrated talk on the connection between the War and our region. Mar 23: Birds of Prey -Behindthe-Scenes. Hosted by the Osoyoos Desert Society. 2:00pm - 4:00pm at the South Okanagan Rehabilitation Centre for Owls. Registration Required - 250-4952470. Tour the SORCO facility with Executive Manager Lauren Meads. Get a behind-the-scenes peek at the rehabilitation and release process and meet Houdini, the great horned owl! Mar 30: Osoyoos Easter Eggstravaganza. Main Street
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Every Monday Alcoholics Anonymous meetings 7 pm St. Anne’s Catholic Church. Every 3rd Monday Osoyoos Arthritis community group meets at 1pm Osoyoos Health Centre. Everyone welcome. For info call 495-8041 or 495-3554 First Monday Parkinson’s Disease Support Group meets at 1 pm in Osoyoos Health Unit. Maureen 250-495-7978 Every 2nd and 4th Tuesday Kiwanis Club of Oliver meets at noon at the Community Centre. For info call Rosemary at (250) 498-0426 Every Tuesday TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) 4 pm - 5:30pm at the Oliver Search & Rescue Bldg. Call Norma 250498-8455 for more info. Third Tuesday Soroptimist Osoyoos meet at McKia’s restaurant at Best Western at 6 pm (no meetings July and August) Contact Doris at 250-495-4428. New members welcome. Third Tuesday Women of Oliver for Women (WOW) 250-498-0104. First & Third Tuesdays Osoyoos Quilters meets at Anglican Church Hall at 9 am For more info call 495-4569 First and Third Tuesdays The Oliver Royal Purple Lodge # 63 meet at 7:30 pm at the Oliver Elks Hall. For info call Annie at 498-2170. Every Tuesday South Okanagan Toastmasters meet @7pm in Oliver. Call Bill 485-0006. First & third Tuesday Osoyoos Photography Club meets at 7 pm in meeting room above the Art Gallery. New members welcome! Please contact Peter at 250-535-1278.
First and Third Wednesday Osoyoos Royal Purple Lodge #240 meets at 7:30 pm at Osoyoos Elks Hall. For info 250495-6748. First Wednesday and second Thursday O’s Own Writers meet at 10 am (Wednesdays) at 7:30 pm (Thursdays) above the Osoyoos Art Gallery. New members welcome. Last Wednesday of every month Osoyoos Reiki support group 7 pm at Holistic Desert Connections 250-495-5424 Every Thursday Bingo at 1pm Osoyoos Senior Centre First and third Thursday Kiwanis Club of Osoyoos meets at noon at Cactus Ridge Retirement Residences. For info call Donna at 495-7701. Second Thursday Multiple Sclerosis group meets from 10 am - noon in the basement of the Community Services Building in Oliver. Call Cathy at 250-4956866. Thursdays The Rotary Club of Osoyoos meets at McKia’s Restaurant in the Best Western Hotel at noon. Visitors are welcome. Every Thursday Desert Sage Spinners & Weavers drop-in at Oliver Community Centre between 10 am and 3 pm. Info call 498 6649. First & Third Thursday Osoyoos Lake Lions Club meets at 7 pm at Jack Shaw Gardens Building. 250-495-2993 Every Thursday Oliver & Osoyoos Search & Rescue. 7 pm at Oliver SAR hall. www.oosar.org. Every Friday night, Osoyoos Elks invites you to play Bingo. Doors open at 5 pm Bingo starts at 7 pm.
Osoyoos Splash Park: A sign has been erected in front of town hall that will monitor how much money has been raised through public fundraising campaign in the coming weeks. The Osoyoos Splash Park Committee asks your support in the plans to build a splash park at Jack Shaw Gardens in Osoyoos. We anticipate that this splash park will enhance our community and bring in folks from near and far. Follow us on Facebook to keep up-to-date.
Welcome Valerie! We are pleased to announce a new member to our year-round staff ... Valerie joins us and is excited to be a part of our team! “Having lived in the South Okanagan my whole life, now bringing my 30 years of food and beverage experience to Ye Olde Welcome Inn ... well, it just feels like home to me. I am really looking forward to preparing my home-made soups, as well as bringing some tasty new stir frys to the menu - both coming soon”. Valerie loves her work as a chef in the kitchen and it shows. When not in the kitchen, she loves getting back to nature and enjoying the beautiful outside world around us. Valerie recently worked in Okanagan Falls for past 6 years of her career and has a solid following. Ye Olde Welcome Inn’s extensive menu features most meals for under $10 or up to $19.95 for a New Year Steak and Lobster. You can depend on owner Dale or any of the eight year-round staff to give you “old school service”, every day includ-
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Pharis and Jason Romero from Horsefly, BC, took the stage and the hearts of a packed house at Medici’s Gelateria & Coffee House in Oliver this past weekend. The duet couple are exceptionally gifted performers and thrilled the house with their country blues, roots and old time songs. Their duet show encompassed original songs of love, loss, work and country. The harmonies were beautiful and tight and Jason’s banjo and guitar work masterful.
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