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The BC Wildlife Federation’s Wild Kidz day camp offered 20 local children the opportunity to participate in numerous fish and game-related activities while learning the conservation of wildlife and the environment. page 10

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Born in Western Australia, artist Anne Gidluck was often inspired by the brilliant colours of the landscape. page 15

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Chamber seeking bigger budget for new strategy Erin Christie / Peachland View In his efforts to foster more growth in Peachland’s business community, Peachland Chamber of Commerce executive director Patrick Van Minsel says the organization has developed a new strategy to attract new businesses to the area. But the Belgium-born bed and breakfast owner says it won’t come cheap. Van Minsel requested an increase of roughly $31,000 more per year to operate the visitor centre and implement their new strategies. This increase would bring the annual budget from $48,000 ($46,000 of which comes from council via the Fee for Service agreement) to $79,000. Van Minsel says a bigger budget is necessary to keep up with the visitor centre’s increasing operating costs, employee wages and marketing initiatives including promotional projects and special events such as the annual golf tournament, fashion show, the Festival of Trees, the business expo, the

chamber’s awards night and a brand new Shop Local Christmas campaign. Van Minsel said he also hopes to create a relocation package for residents and businesses, as well as a website for prospective business owners that highlights available commercial and retail properties in Peachland. “We have plans,” he said. “We are in a bigger building now, we are a patron of the interpretive centre, and in order to grow it we need more money. With the current budget it’s very difﬁcult to operate year round.” “We simply need a bigger budget.” Peachland town Councillor Terry Condon says the funds from the fee for service agreement are allocated strictly to run the visitor centre, not to fund chamber activities. “The chamber leases half of the Peachland Primary School building for one dollar. They don’t have to worry about rent, just the cost of operating See CHAMBER on page 2

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Chamber and council to begin budget discussions in Sept. Continued from page 1

the building on a day to day basis. We expect due to the cost of utilities and wages, that cost might go up a little bit,” Condon told The View. “But the agreement that was signed in June states that the funds from the municipality via the fee for service agreement

are to be used for operating costs and the provision and distribution of literature and marketing materials designed to benefit the community and its residents.” The agreement further states that the chamber operate the visitor centre “not less than eight hours per day, seven days a week including statu-

tory holidays from July 1 to Labour Day,” and “not less than seven hours per day, five days per week during the months of May and June, and during the month of September after Labour Day.” The agreement also states that the chamber “make every effort to obtain employment grants and volunteer services to extend the

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service into the shoulder tourist season.” Coun. Condon emphasized that additional funding requested for promotional events, such as networking functions or golf tournaments, should come from grants or other sources of income secured by the chamber itself, rather than the municipality. But Van Minsel feels such activities ultimately benefit the community “as a whole,” and that the municipality should help foot the bill. Van Minsel said he feels business owners bring in a significant portion of local tax dollars by employing local people, who in turn support Peachland’s business community by shopping in town. “We, as a chamber, promote the town and we’ve made a number of contributions to the community. We deserve the support.” Van Minsel says the

chamber has brought in a total of $79,600 in monetary contributions for the Historic

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Condon, however, pointed out that the agreement states that the chamber, through the tourism services director, is “obligated

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to partner with an organization who can help secure diverse funding sources, other than taxation, for the provision of visitor information services.” “That is part of the agreement,” Condon explained. ”In the meantime, members of the chamber board will meet with a committee comprised of Councillors Fortin, Condon and Schierbeck, as well as director of finance Doug Pryde, to discuss these budgetary concerns. The committee will return to council and the end of September with a list of reccomendations. Despite differing views, Condon and Van Minsel are both looking forward to the upcoming meeting. “Ultimately, we have the same goals in mind,” Condon said. “The chamber of commerce and the district both want to provide a positive experience for visitors.”

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District director, school trustee nominations are open Peachland View staff Nominations are now underway in the Regional District of Central Okanagan. Nomination papers are available for the Regional District of Central Okanagan Director and School Trustee elections on November 15. Candidates for: • the Central Okanagan East Electoral Area directors; • the Central Okanagan West Electoral Area directors; and • the School District No. 23 Zone 1 elections are all asked to ﬁle their nomination papers between 9

a.m. Tuesday, September 30, and 4 p.m. Friday, October 10. Candidates for Zone 2 school trustee may pick up and file nomination papers at the District of Peachland election office. Two qualified electors from the jurisdiction for which a person is nominated must sign the nomination papers of any potential candidate. Candidates must be a Canadian citizen at least 18 years of age on election day, have lived in B.C. for six months and not be disqualified from voting.

Candidates in the regional district elections should contact the chief election officer or deputy election officer in order to book an appointment prior to the deadline to ensure their nomination papers are complete. Regional district appointments can be booked by calling 250-763-4918 and asking for the election officials, and Peachland municipal appointments can be booked by calling 250-767-2642. For more information visit www.regionaldistrict. com/elections.

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The Peachland Yacht Club may have received the green light for their proposed expansion project but there may be some rough waters ahead. In a letter to the mayor and council, Peachland Yacht Club commodore Dr. Phil Kachanoski sought preliminary approval to expand the marina by adding three additional slips that would be able to accommodate boats up to 33 feet in length. The expansion would also include an extension to the east breakwater, new fingers, walkways, power, a floating breakwater, and a permanent home for the regional rescue boat. The club estimates these modifications will cost approximately $225,000. In light of the anticipated cost of the upgrades, as well as the housing of the 24-foot rescue boat, the club recently requested that council guarantee a maximum loan of $150,000. The club is also asking for a regional district grant of $25,000 to $50,000, to support the upgrades to the rescue boat’s slip, specifically. The club intends to cover the rest of the cost. The issue is expected to return to council for further discussion on September 9.

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Peachland transit users can look forward to improved transit service next week when BC Transit wraps up the second phase of its RapidBus project. According to BC Transit, Peachland will be getting increased evening service and 15,000 annual service hours will be added to better serve transit users throughout the region. Building on the success of RapidBus, which was introduced in 2010 and served downtown Kelowna to the University of British Columbia Okanagan (UBCO), the second phase is now complete. New RapidBus exchanges at Boucherie Mountain and Westbank Centre, with real-time passenger information, will open. A new Route 5 Gordon will provide a two-way direct connection via Gordon Drive to downtown

Kelowna, the RapidBus corridor on Highway 97, the Capri Shopping Centre, Okanagan College and the Mission Recreation Centre. Route 8 University will be realigned to deliver a direct connection to Kelowna General Hospital and Okanagan College. In Lake Country, a new Route 32 The Lakes will connect Lake Country Town Centre with The Lakes neighbourhood during weekday peak periods. The new route will support current and future residential and commercial growth in The Lakes area. BC Transit says the 15,000 added annual service hours represent a significant 8.5 per cent growth in transit services in the Kelowna Regional Transit System. The approved expansion hours were funded by the City of Kelowna, District of Peachland and District of Lake Country.

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PEACHLAND VIEWS The Law of Attraction can speak loudly sometimes About a week ago, somebody walked down our private driveway on the flats of Peachland, and stole my prescription white sunglasses from my car. What nerve you have (and you know who “you” are). They are designer white sunglasses in a huge white case, which I kept in the centre console of my car, as I need them to drive daily. What irks me is they are prescription and only I can wear them.

We keep nothing of value in my car, and the car is parked next to the front door, which just shocks me that someone has the guts to steal in the middle of the night. Please, please return my sunglasses to the Community Policing Office, no questions asked. Remember, the Law of Attraction speaks loudly sometimes, as you will get bad luck coming your way for years to come. Lucy Lyette Anderson, Peachland

Resident extends big kudos to Peachland councillor Kudos to Councillor Cindy Fortin for saying “I know we need more moorage, but I do not want to see the District of Peachland become a bank.” This quote comes after a request by the Peachland Yacht Club for council to guarantee a loan to a maximum of $150,000. This harkens back to 2010 when council was in favour of guaranteeing a construction loan of $1.3 million to the Peachland Curling Club to build a curling rink. The result was a backlash by the taxpayers through the alternative approval process.

I realize the current loan is much less than that of the curling club but the principle is the same. I agree with Councillor Fortin that the District of Peachland should not be guaranteeing loans for private clubs. If the bank doesn’t consider a club credit-worthy, why should the taxpayers accept the risk? I hope that council will take into account the 2010 taxpayers’ reaction when the yacht club project is referred back to them. Mike Lewis, Peachland

Peachland pickleball courts need some attention The height of the tennis net at our courts in Peachland is 42” at post and 36” in centre. For pickleball it is 36” at ends and 34” at centre. I would suggest that the district to repair and paint the tennis courts. The courts are in need of repair and need the tennis lines painted bright white, as well as the addition of pickleball lines in blue or grey. Everyone will be happy. The pickleball courts at the recreation centre are great for all players. The

new flooring that was installed a few years ago is great, and the lines do not conflict with other sports. This does not require a vote from grumpy old people. This is not complicated. Just budget for it and get it done. Make the right decision and accommodate both. Thanks. Mike Polvere, Peachland

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COMMENTARY

How to find more trade opportunities in our own backyard MP Dan Albas Commentary The subject of internal trade has been a prominent one recently, in large part as our government has recently launched the “one Canada, one national economy,”

Dan Albas, MP initiative, to together identify and choose strategies that can increase internal trade. One of the more obvious remedies to increase internal trade is to identify and remove barriers that prevent inter-provincial trade from occurring, an action

that sounds relatively simple yet in practice is more difficult to achieve. Why is internal trade important? One example comes courtesy of a local winemaker who recently shared a success story on doing a large business deal in Asia where wine grown and produced here in Okanagan-Coquihalla will be sold there. It is worth pointing out that in spite of it now being legal to ship wine across provincial borders this same B.C. wine still cannot be sold directly to consumers in Ontario for the simple reason the Ontario government continues to oppose it. Fortunately, the Manitoba provincial government, in contrast, has been more progressive and allows direct-to-consumer wine shipments. Trade barriers are not just restricted to commodities; these

barriers can also apply to labour. For example, a nurse who is highly educated and with many years of on the job experience in one province may not meet standards in another. In some areas of Canada, where there is a particular skills shortage, these certification challenges can create labour mobility problems. Trade barriers can also affect entire sectors. As an example, in some regions of Canada restrictive provincial policy has made it more difficult for agricultural products, such as apples, certain dairy products including cheese, and canola to move freely between provinces. What is more surprising is that in 1995, all Canadian provinces have signed on to a document known as the AIT (Agreement on Internal Trade) that also has provision on dispute resolution

mechanisms. The AIT disputes seldom receive much media attention, however, it has not been uncommon over the years for various provinces to challenge other provinces’ restrictive policies that prevent movement of goods and labour. Overall, there have been just 55 disputes over the past 19 years – on average fewer than three disputes a year of all Canadian provinces and territories, the only exception being Nunavut that instead has observer status. Why does this matter? Over my listening tour this summer I have had a chance to visit with a number of local small business owners. Many of our most successful local employers are increasingly depending on trade as a key part of their business. In fact, it is quite impressive the market reach that many Okan-

agan-Coquihalla small business owners have achieved: some cherry growers are now selling into destinations as far away as Hong Kong. Many of these new markets have been opened up as part of trade deals negotiated with other countries. Twenty years ago, when the AIT agreement was first signed off on, Canada had just two free trade agreements signed. Today Canada has negotiations concluded or agreements in progress with 43 different countries representing over one billion potential new customers worldwide. This all takes me back to the original example of the local winemaker who recently did a deal in Asia that he could not legally do in Ontario. If we continue to turn our back on internal trade barriers, we will increasingly see more of our local produc-

tion going offshore. While it is critically important to have a diversified trading network to create stability in our local economies, we must also recognize that there are both market, labour and environmental efficiencies in supporting increased internal trade. We can also provide more value to educational training opportunities if those skills can be employed Canada-wide and not selectively in certain provinces. Ultimately, as Canadians, one of our unique qualities is a

deep level of understanding that in spite of our vastness and diversity we are always stronger when we are a country united as opposed to one divided. Supporting increased internal trade is one way we can continue to build a stronger Canada. I welcome your comments on this or any subject related to the House of Commons and can be reached via email at dan.albas@ parl.gc.ca or by phone at 1-800-665-8711. Dan Albas is the Member of Parliament for Okanagan-Coquihalla.

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Interesting musical line-up at Branch #69 Patricia Day / Special to the Peachland View Did you attend the annual “Baize Day” Tournament on August 23? It was a exciting day for all of those who enjoy a game of snooker. Some of the proceeds will be going to the new look at the legion. (More details later.) Scott Theilman, the “Lord of the Strings,” makes an appearance on August 27. Come on down and enjoy an evening of music and fun. There is a $5 cover charge. An interesting musical addition has been added to Saturday’s meat draws. Kelly Stewart “tickles the ivories” while you check your ticket numbers. Kelly welcomes requests and sing alongs are encouraged. By the way, the piano has had a new tune up and sounds great. You may stay and have a meal from the kitchen. On September 5, Adam Fitzpatrick AKA “Elvis” will be rockin’ and rollin’. This is a closed event and at this writing it is a sold out event. Check the weekly ad in The View for other events. What are you doing on September 27? How about joining our work crew? Yes, Branch #69 needs a bit of a facelift and some tidying up. Your mother may have called it fall cleaning. If you have the time, there is a sign up sheet at the bar.

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Unfortunately, minors cannot be allowed into the legion until there is more clarity on the new rules and regulations by the liquor board. We will keep you up to date on this matter. On August 16 Branch #69 presented Cockrell House with a $5,000 cheque. Cockrell House is a facility in Victoria to aid veterans who are having problems coping with civilian life after serving their country. Angus Stanﬁeld from BC Yukon Command was on hand for the presentation along with president Jean Saul. David Fisher, a member of the Veteran’s Motorcycle Club, was also on hand. David was late for the presentation as he was biking from Vernon. However, on his way he was stopped by the RCMP. Yes, he was wearing his colours, which are black and green with a skull. This is not the ﬁrst time that a member has been mistaken to be a member of Hell’s Angels. It is unfortunate as this group of motorcyclists do not get the respect that they deserve while wearing their “colours.” They raise funds to help veterans, and their Peachland member, Mike Wototsehek, brought Cockrell House to our attention. The next time you happen to be driving down Highway 97 or elsewhere and see these colours, give a friendly wave or a soft toot on the horn.

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lete, or a gymnast, or a trapeze artist?” No, you do not. You create a better ability to control your muscles just by making little changes in your workouts, for instance with the use of treadmills and Bowﬂex treadclimbers. This would be the equivalent to walking/running on a sidewalk and hiking up a sandy hill. We all know that walking is good for us, but to better use the time spent walking and create more ability to communicate with our muscles, the choice would be to

hike up a sandy hill or to use a Bowflex treadclimber that will create more ability to use more muscle, and more motor neurons will fire as your body has a lot of different variables working, yet at the same time less strain on the joints. Walking or running on the sidewalk or on flat ground is fine, it’s just as we age our body breaks down, therefore we must do things a little differently to save our joints and create more body mind connection. Movement is health. So let’s all get our workout on and don’t forget that it’s all connected! Clint Pratch is the manager of the West Kelowna Flaman Fitness.

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BACK TO SCHOOL PERHAP

Board, parents not holding their breath for Sept. 2 Continued from page 1

an agreement in a couple days and we feel that there is still time to come to an agreement before September 2. That’s still our hope that they will do that so

clear contravention of a media blackout that the BCTF and the government agreed to when Ready first engaged in the bargaining process. “It is unhelpful that the minister is again playing politics in the

Temporary Education Support for Parents Who is eligible? The primary caregiver (usually the parent) of eligible children 12 and under attending B.C. public schools. How to register? Through an online or paper form, likely to become available at bcparentinfo.ca if an agreement is not reached before September 2. What amount of support is available? $40 per eligible child for each day the child is not in school as a result of the labour disruption. When will caregivers receive payment? The B.C. government says most payments will be processed within 30 days after the month in which the labour disruption ends. Payments for students attending kindergarten, and for students who are new to B.C. public schools, will also be made after the labour disruption ends once enrollment for the current school year can be confirmed. When is the deadline to register? Eligible caregivers will have four months from the end of the month in which the disruption is settled to register for assistance. that is what we’re asking for.” The BC Teachers’ Federation (BCTF) and the government’s bargaining agent have yet to meet face to face since the beginning of summer. Mediator Vince Ready has agreed to monitor the situation to determine if the two sides are close enough to re-start negotiations. Teachers are standing firm on smaller class sizes and more resources for special needs students. The latest from the BCTF is a press release from president Jim Iker, who claimed that Education Minister Peter Fassbender’s recent media tour is a

media instead of allowing bargaining to resume behind closed doors,” Iker said. Iker called for immediate mediation with the assistance of Ready. “More than anything, teachers want to be back in schools on September 2 with smaller classes, and more support for all students so we can give B.C. children the education they deserve.” Susan Bauhart, president of the Central Okanagan Teachers’ Association, says she is concerned about the situation. “I’m very concerned that there will not be an agreement,” Bauhart told The View. “Definitely there has been movement at the table

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by the BCTF. We have dropped in several areas and are willing to drop some more. So definitely there is room and the will to get a deal done. We wanted one before the beginning of June and really thought with all that happened that there would be. We had hoped that through the summer there would be more activity and a deal would be achieved at this point. We had hoped that this week we would be meeting to ratify a deal. I know we are prepared to move at the table. I’m not so convinced the government is and I think that is what needs to happen if you want to achieve a deal. Now Vince Ready is standing by on the ready to become involved but anybody knows mediation only works if the two sides are willing to move and make a deal.” Baxter says there is always hope. “Where there is a will there is a way. We believe the two sides can come together and

come to an agreement that will meet the needs of the government and the needs of the teachers.” In the meantime, the ministry has promised to pay parents a $40-aday childcare subsidy if and when classes are disrupted by the strike in September. Baxter says the board believes that any savings that have come from the strike or the lockout should go back into public education. “They could be used to alleviate some of the pressure that the education system is feeling and they should not be used for any other purpose, which would

include giving the $40 to parents,” Baxter said. If teachers continue striking into September, that could put pressure on many parents who have to find alternate daycare services. On Monday, the board issued a statement to parents confirming that the possibility of schools reopening after the Labour Day weekend is uncertain. A decision on schools opening will likely not be made until Friday, Aug. 29, according to the board. Baxter encourages all parents to consult the board’s website at www.sd23.bc.ca for further updates.

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Environmental camp helps kids discover the great outdoors

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CAMPERS JOIN MEMBERS of the Peachland Sportsmen’s Association and BC Wildlife staff for a group photo at the Heritage Park lakefront during the Wild Kidz camp held in Peachland recently. The unique day-camp runs only twice each summer in various communities around British Columbia, and is offered completely free of cost to the participants’ families.

Contributed A handful of lucky kids from Peachland recently had the experience of a lifetime. The BC Wildlife Federation’s Wild Kidz day camp offered 20 local children between the ages of nine and 12 the opportunity to participate in numerous ﬁsh and game-related activities while learning about the conservation of wildlife and the environment. The unique day camp runs only twice each summer in various communities around British Columbia, and is offered completely free of cost to the participants’ families (a roughly $500 value), largely thanks to BCWF’s partners who provide ﬁnancial and in-kind support. The itinerary for the camp included visits to the Ecological and Environmental Educa-

tion Centre for the Okanagan in Kelowna and the Summerland Trout Hatchery, activities with local conservation organizations such as the Okanagan and Similkameen Invasive Species Society and Learn to Fish with the BC Freshwater Fisheries Society, and outdoor recreation activities with the Peachland Sportsmen’s Association (PSA). PSA volunteers generously donated their time and resources in leading target shooting with firearms and bows, fishing, and fly-tying. For many participants, the camp was their first time shooting a real firearm, or casting a fishing rod. Many campers expressed an interest in joining the Peachland Sportsmen’s Association and continuing to explore the great outdoors. Financial supporters include BC Conservation Foundation, Government of BC, Government of Canada, and Barnet Rifle Club.

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WHAT’S ON UPCOMING EVENTS

EMMANUEL CHURCH WORSHIP SERVICE

10am, Emmanuel Church, Westbank

SUMMER ARTS PROGRAM Aug. 27-30,

11am-4pm, Acrylic artists Chris Millar and Jean Donnelley.

PEACHLAND FALL FAIR Sept. 6 1-6pm,

PEACHLAND BAPTIST SERVICE 10:30 service

Sept. 7 10-4pm, community centre. Admission is $3 for adults, $1 for youth and 50 cents for children 12 and under.

FULL LIFEGUARD SERVICE, 12-5pm,

AA 12-1pm, 50+ Activ-

Little Schoolhouse. Every Sunday in July and August.

MEAT DRAW 2-4pm,

Royal Canadian Legion Branch #69

MONDAYS FITNESS ROOM

7:30am-5pm, community centre

AMBASSADORIAL PAGEANT Sept. 12-

YOGA ADVANCED BEGINNERS 8-9am,

14, community centre. Theme is Mardi Gras and everyone is welcome to attend. Email peachlandambassador@gmail.com.

50+ Activity Centre. $5 drop-in per class.

INDOOR WALKING 8-9am, community centre

GYMKHANA Sept. 14,

9am, Peachland Riding Club. Free for spectators. www.peachlandridingclub.com.

TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY 9:30am, 50+

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PEACHLAND SPARKS AND BROWNIES 5:45-

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BRIDGE (EXPERIENCED) 7pm, 50+

Activity Centre

WEDNESDAYS EARLY BIRD SPIN

5pm, community centre

tivity Centre. $5 drop-in per class.

INDOOR WALKING

TUESDAYS FITNESS ROOM 7:30-

community centre

SUMMER DAYCAMP

AEROBICS FOR THE NOT SO YOUNG 9:30-

PEACHLAND UNITED SERVICE 10am, United

CARPET BOWLING

Margaret’s Anglican Church

10am-noon, 50+ Activity Centre

COMPUTER LITERACY 10am-noon, all sessions take place at Peachland Wellness Centre

Margaret’s Anglican Church

8pm, Peachland Youth Centre. Grades 7+

PICKLEBALL ALL PLAY 9:05-10:35am,

PARTIAL LIFEGUARD SERVICE 10-noon,

ST. MARGARET’S ANGLICAN CHURCH WORSHIP 10am, St.

YOUTH DROP-IN 3:30-

8-9am, community centre

MID-WEEK STUDY AND CONVERSATION COFFEE 9:30am, St.

Church

5pm, meet at Peachland Elementary. Grades 5-6

6-8 pm, 4th Street Place

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5-6pm, Swim Bay

TWEEN DROP-IN 2:30-

YOGA 8-9am, 50+ Ac-

FLOW YOGA 9:05am,

Heritage Park

community centre

NEEDLE ARTS/QUILTING 1-4pm, 50+ Activ-

8am-5:30pm, Boys and Girls Club. Ages 6-12.

PEACHLAND FARMERS & CRAFTERS MARKET 10am-2pm,

PICKLEBALL ALL PLAY 1:30-3:30pm,

FITNESS ROOM 7:30-

5pm, community centre

Peachland Wellness Centre

50+ Activity Centre. Resumes in September.

TAI CHI 12-1pm, 50+

YOUTH BOXING CLUB

JERRY DOBER BREAKFAST 8am,

FRIENDSHIP TUESDAY/MOVIE 1-3:30pm,

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10:30am-1pm, Boys and Girls Club

SUNDAY TEA 1-4pm,

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WELLNESS CIRCLE FITNESS EQUIPMENT GUIDES 10am. Call

SPIN 5:30-6:30pm,

TWEEN BEACH BLAST

YOUTH DROP-IN 3:30-

PICKLEBALL ALL PLAY 1:30-3:30pm,

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5pm, Royal Canadian Legion Branch #69

TWEEN COOKING NIGHT 5-7:30pm,

TWEEN DROP-IN 2:305pm, meet at Peachland Elementary. Grades 5-6

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YOUTH DROP-IN 3:308pm, Peachland Youth Centre. Grades 7+

MEAT DRAW 4-5pm,

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8am-5:30pm, Boys and Girls Club. Ages 6-12.

PEACHLAND BOARDWALK 9:30am

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PARTIAL LIFEGUARD SERVICE 10-noon, 5-6pm, Swim Bay

FULL LIFEGUARD SERVICE 12-5pm, Swim Bay

MEAT DRAW 3-5pm,

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YOUTH DROP-IN 5:309pm, Peachland Youth Centre. Grades 7+

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PEACHLAND ROTARY CLUB MEETING 12pm,

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FAITH

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Whether you are a committed God-follower or not, you’ll probably admit you sometimes get frustrated with God. That is, if you’re honest. I have to confess that’s me. For instance, when I’m sick or one of my loved ones is sick. When it hurts all over and the prognosis isn’t good. With a snap of

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his fingers, my loving omnipotent Father could make me better instantly. But he doesn’t, not normally. In my experience, getting better usually involves a lot of backand-forth, up-and-down, try-this-and-try-that, coupled with praying, then a gradual climb out of the pit. How about when you or I need a job? It would be so easy for our powerful Father to make the

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phone ring out of the blue with the offer of a super position. But He doesn’t generally provide that way. I need... I need... and there are so many ways we finish that sentence. If we’ve read the Bible at all, we know God makes all sorts of promises about supplying our needs. So maybe it’s understandable to feel frustrated with God when He refuses to do what would be effortless for Him, and leaves us – apparently – on our own. It seems that the blood, sweat and tears of human effort are a necessary part of life, even the Christian life. And sometimes it almost seems as if He stands watching with His hands in His pockets. “God, where are

You?” I may feel like shouting, as if He’s off somewhere whistling in the dark when a car goes over a cliff, a baby is born blind, a senseless war breaks out and drives defenceless children to the mountaintops, or as I muddle along needing His intervening hand. “God, if You are so great, if You can do so much, why don’t You?” (I don’t think He’s disturbed by the audaciousness of the question. I think He can handle it. In my experience it’s always best to be straight with Him about our frustrations and questions. He actually invites it.) I can’t get over those words the Lord spoke at Lazarus’ tomb. I don’t mean when He said, “Lazarus, come out.”

We might have expected Him to say that, since raising the dead is no problem for God. But His words to the bystanders puzzle me: “Roll the stone away,” and after Lazarus came stumbling out all tied up in strips of linen, “Take off the grave clothes and let him go.” My question is why didn’t the Lord do the whole job? That stone, so heavy for human struggle, would have been nothing to Him. And He Himself could have untied Lazarus. Then the work would have been totally God’s work. Why did He tell the people to do it, as if they were all pagans, their only recourse being their own muscle and wit? As if they were not standing in the presence of Almighty God at all?

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Wouldn’t it be great if this column could end with the answer? But I’m not sure we have the answer. We have a few hints as we study the sacred mystery of being co-labourers together with God. The only sensible thing we can do when God, who can do everything – doesn’t – is to trust him anyway. He is good. He is God. Here’s a prayer for when we feel frustrated by God’s hands-off approach: Father, I feel like I’m learning to ride a bicycle and You took away your steadying hands too soon. But You are my Father, and I trust You, even when You let go so I can try out a solo glide. I’m pedalling for all I’m worth, God! If I crash, I’ll keep on trusting You, not just to pick me up, but that You had a wise purpose in allowing the crash. And if I don’t crash, I’ll give You the glory. I’ll remember that the muscle and wit of my own recourse are gifts from You. I’m never really on my own. I really like it when You hold onto me. But having helped my own children learn to ride bikes, I remember how it feels when a child at last masters speed and balance, gets muscle and mechanics all coordinated and calls, “Look, no hands!” As a human parent I smile with pleasure. Do You too?

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WELLNESS

Who, or what is the Peachland Wellness Centre? Find out! Christina MacMaster Special to the Peachland View I am often asked this question, so I wanted to provide you with a summary of this wonderful community gem. The Peachland Wellness Centre (PWC) is a not-for-proﬁt society that supports the community of Peachland by providing services and programs allowing individuals to maintain their independence and stay in their own homes and community. Our current programs are varied and many. They change with the needs in the community. All of the programs and services support the health and wellbeing of participants. We have social programs such as coffee, crib and the Sunshine Singers. Physical wellbeing needs are met through programs such as Tai Chi and Reiki while emotional needs are met through support programs and wellness presentations. The need for entertainment is met in various ways through all of our programs. The PWC changes to meet the needs of the community as the community grows and changes. One such change is the addition of the “Better At Home” program (www.betterathome.ca), which is a program that will provide light housekeeping and other non-medical services to Peachland residents. It will enhance our current Seniors Outreach Program that has been operating successfully for many years supporting the social needs of many. We will be hosting the Alzheimer’s Society as they provide educational programs to the community. If you are a senior living in Peachland and struggling to maintain your home, give us a call or stop in and we can determine the available services best suited to your needs. If you are feeling isolated and looking for someone to talk to, please feel free to stop in and have a visit with one of our friendly staff or volunteers. The coffee is always on! As a not-for-proﬁt society, much of what is accomplished at the PWC is thanks to our awesome volunteers who give so freely of their time and expertise.

The volunteer drivers get you to your appointments, others help with ﬁxing up the building, and updating the sales boutique to make sure it has items you may be looking for as a gift or for yourself. Volunteers sit on committees

and manage fundraisers such as the Christmas Craft Fair coming November 29. If you want to join these great individuals there is a volunteer spot for you. We are looking for volunteers in many areas and we would be happy

shine with a lustre that makes the entire inside refreshed. The district staff have also been busy doing a great job of upgrading the accessible ramp to allow ease for those needing a safe entrance to the facility. Please remember the

to tell you more. Just call or drop in! As well as the program changes meet participant needs, the building changes allow safe access. Most recent visual changes are the beautiful reﬁnished hardwood ﬂoors, which

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PEACHLAND VIEW

AUGUST 29, 2014

ARTS & CULTURE

Aussie artist brings the outback to Peachland

Mainly Pears

Feeding the Ducks

A Tender Moment

Contributed Born in Western Australia, artist Anne Gidluck was often inspired by the brilliant colours of the Australian landscape. Her art was put on hold for several years when she met and married a Canadian geologist, which meant immigrating to Canada. After retiring in Calgary, Gidluck exchanged her desk for an easel and started to paint again. She was fortunate to have taken numerous workshops from well-known Calgary and Vancouver artists. Gidluck was a founding member of two art clubs in Calgary. Her former memberships included: Federation of Canadian Artists, Calyx (Calgary), Art Horizons, Kelowna Palette Club and she is currently a member of the Peachland Art Group. She has exhibited at many Calgary venues including: Platinum Gallery, High River Gallery, Inglewood Golf Club and Calyx. In Kelowna and surrounding areas, she has shown in the Peachland Art Gallery, Quails Gate Winery, Little Straw Winery, Lake Country Art Walk and Blenz. She travels to Calgary annually to participate in juried shows. Her work encompasses diverse subjects, but it is the faces and scenes of the people in Gidluck’s travels that captivate her. More of Anne Gidluck’s paintings can be viewed on the Peachland Community Arts Council’s website at www. pcartscouncil.com/artist_of_the_month.htm.

Fire & Ice

Pet of the Week Leading the Way

Name: Truman Age: 3 years Breed: English Bulldog Truman loves to cool down in his swimming pool after his daily walks, loves to travel and stay in the finer hotels (which makes his mum very happy), and he loves his weekend walks with his best buddy Tazz.

Blue Blue Heron

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