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THIS HOUSE ON VICARY ROAD was destroyed by a fire that apparently started in the garage on Tuesday night.
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Fire destroys Vicary Road home Joanne Layh / Peachland View A woman and her two dogs are safe with family members after a fire destroyed their Vicary Road home last Tuesday night. At 10:34 p.m. on Tuesday evening, Peachland Fire and Rescue Service were called out to an attached garage fire at a single residential home. 18 firefighters responded to the fire with two engines, a tender and a command vehicle but the fire spread too quickly for crews to save the home. Emergency Support Services, West Kelowna RCMP members, and BC Ambulance Services also attended the fire. “Upon arrival the garage was fully involved with heavy flames coming out of it and fire had already spread into the roof structure of the main house,” Peachland fire chief Dennis Craig said in an interview with The View. The occupant of the home apparently heard a noise from the garage and discovered the garage was on fire when she went to investigate. The resident’s husband was out of town at the time
of the fire. “The house is pretty much a total loss. The main floor has severe fire damage throughout. The basement area has no real fire damage but a lot of smoke and severe water damage,” Craig said. Peachland firefighters were able to protect a couple of exposures, including a large diesel RV next to the house, but the resident’s SUV parked outside the home unfortunately could not be saved. Craig says firefighters had the fire knocked down by shortly after 1 a.m. Crews remained on scene overnight and were still on scene investigating the cause of the fire at press time on Wednesday. While the investigation is ongoing, Craig says there is no reason to believe the fire is suspicious in nature. “Right now we’re not sure. We don’t believe it is suspicious. We have no reason to believe it is suspicious but the fire is under investigation,” Craig said, adding that the focus of the investigation is on the garage area of the home.
Two Westside principals were among only 40 others to be recognized as Canada’s Outstanding Principals. Jamie Robinson, principal of Glenrosa Middle School, and John McMahon, principal of George Pringle Elementary School, were selected by The Learning Partnership as two of Canada’s Outstanding Principals. “We are incredibly proud of these two accomplished principals,” superintendent of schools Hugh Gloster said. “To be selected amongst only 40 school leaders being recognized throughout the nation is a great tribute to their leadership.” The Learning Partnership is a non-profit organization that has been committed to improving education across Canada since 1993. The organization sponsors a number of programs for students, staff and leaders, including Take Our Kids to Work Day. The Canada’s Outstanding Principals (COP) program is in its ninth year and the award is presented to principals who have made a measurable difference in the lives of See GLENROSA on page 2
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Glenrosa principal named one of Canada’s Outstanding Principals Continued from page 1
their students and their local communities. More Central Okanagan School District principals have received this award than any other school district in Canada. Robinson has 21 years of experience in education that includes experience as a teacher or administrator at Rutland Senior Secondary, Mount Boucherie Secondary, Constable Neil Bruce Middle, Okanagan Mission Secondary, and he is currently the principal of Glenrosa Middle School. John McMahon has 27 years of experience in education that includes teaching and administrative positions in Vancouver, West Vancouver and the Central Okanagan School District. McMahon joined the Central Okanagan School District in 2002 as a vice-principal at
GLENROSA PRINCIPAL JAMIE ROBINSON Springvalley Middle School. Since that time he has been viceprincipal at Okanagan Mission Secondary and principal of Helen
Gorman Elementary, Glenmore Elementary and is currently the principal of George Pringle Elementary School.
Along with the other award winners, Robinson and McMahon will be inducted into the National Academy of Principals at a gala dinner in Toronto and attend a five-day executive leadership training program at the University of Toronto’s Rotman School of Management this month. “I think the Canada’s Outstanding Principals award is really to recognize but also support the development of leaders in education from across Canada by inducting them into a national principal’s academy and providing them with very high level leadership training,” Robinson told The View. “As part of receiving the award I will be travelling to Toronto later in the month to attend the Rotman School of Management at the University of Toronto for a week and learn from some of the
CHRIS SCOWEN EXAMINES A BOOK
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at the Rare Books Roadshow on February 11, hosted by the Friends of the Peachland Library. Scowen, a knowledgeable book lover, assessed books for their value and provided advice about getting further assessment if the book turned out to be valuable.
top leadership minds from private business and education. I’m really looking forward to that.” “Really, I think the award is the reflection of the amazing work that has happened in our school by staff, the students and the support of the parents and we really have significantly improved the achievement levels of the students in our school for the past five years according
to our achievement data,” Robinson said. “District achievement data, report card marks, grade-to-grade transition and readiness data, literacy data – every piece of data that you look at shows statistically significant improvements over the last five and a half years. Our school has also really transformed the type of education that we’re providing. Glenrosa Middle School is re-
ally one of the leaders in the province in 21st century learning, using techniques like project based learning, critical thinking challenges and collaborative learning.” Robinson says the award is not about him but rather the school community and the amazing transformation that it has undergone over the last five and half years. “I’m really fortunate to be a part of it,” Robinson said.
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Slide on a patch of ice results in single vehicle rollover Joanne Layh / Peachland View A 60-year-old Oliver man is lucky to have escaped uninjured when his vehicle rolled over after hitting a patch of ice last Monday morning. The vehicle, a Chrysler Sebring, was travelling northbound on the highway near Antlers Beach when the accident happened. “From what we heard, they basically hit ice
coming down the hill and lost control,” RCMP Cst. Kris Clark told The View. Clark says when RCMP members arrived on scene they found a single vehicle on its roof and the occupant safely out of the vehicle. Traffic on Highway 97 South was reduced to single lane alternating until the vehicle could be removed from the scene of the accident. The accident happened Monday morning around 9:10 a.m.
Snowmobilers rescued from Darke Lake Joanne Layh / Peachland View A snowmobile breakdown out in the bush could have ended worse for a father and daughter, who spent several hours in the cold before being rescued from a remote location in Darke Lake Provincial Park. Just after 4 p.m. on February 8 West Kelowna RCMP received a report of two snowmobilers who had broken down in the area of Darke Lake Park, just outside Peachland. Fortunately, a family member called police with information about the breakdown and the snowmobilers’ location that helped authorities locate the ad-
venturers. West Kelowna RCMP Cpl. Steve Woodcox says RCMP members attended the scene and due to the falling temperatures and the remoteness of the area, Central Okanagan Search and Rescue was dispatched to the scene. “We knew that just based on the information of the approximate location that it’s a very rural, forested area and there may be some difficulty in getting there,” RCMP Cst. Kris Clark told The View. “We don’t necessarily have the resources – snowmobiles and stuff – readily available to us, but search and rescue teams do so we activated them to go in.”
The incident ended well with Central Okanagan Search and Rescue extracting the two snowmobilers and returning them safely without either suffering any injuries. Clark says when snowmobiling in the backcountry, adventurers should carry and know how to use avalanche beacons. Clark says they should also have some way to contact friends and family. “Let your family know approximately where you’ll be going and when to expect you to be back so if you don’t show up on time, they can call us so we can notify search and rescue and get that search underway right away,” Clark says.
B.C. to celebrate Heritage Week Joanne Layh / Peachland View From February 16 - 23, B.C. will celebrate Heritage Week with various activities throughout the province. Here in the Okanagan, numerous local events are scheduled to help celebrate the rich heritage of our province. While the Peachland Museum does not have any Heritage Week events planned, they are inviting residents and visitors to stop by the museum for a tour any day during Heritage Week. “Our main objective is to record the heritage of Peachland for present and future generations,” Peachland Museum curator Don Wilson told The View. “Our museum will be open every day next week. We are open seven days a week from 1 p.m. onward and we welcome visitors at all times.” While renovations upstairs at the museum won’t be completed for Heritage Week, Wilson says they should be ready for viewing in about two weeks and he hopes people will come by to see the results. The train display will be completely renovated, as will two other displays. Wilson says the museum has also acquired new things they will install before summer. “Keep watching for changes because we’re always making changes here,” Wilson said. Highlights of Heritage Week events in the regional district include the following: • Sunday, February 16: Explore Your Parks at Trepanier Creek Greenway Regional Park. Join
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a Regional Parks interpreter on this moderately difficult hike. Participants will meet at the Trepanier Bench Road parking area at 10 a.m. The event is free but participants should call 250469-6139 to pre-register; • Monday, February 17: Heritage Week Kick-off Breakfast. The breakfast will be hosted by the Central Okanagan Heritage Society and Rutland Residents Association at the Central Okanagan Sailing Association, located at 4220 Hobson Road. The 8 a.m. event will include guest speaker Ann Bostock. Participants are required to RSVP to cohs@telus.net. Suggested donation $5; • Friday, February 21: Heritage Tea at the Hotel Eldorado in Kelowna. The tea will take place from 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. with a reading from Murray Roed, author of History Rocks!, and a guided tour of Hotel El Dorado’s historic photographic collection. Admission is by donation; • Tuesday - Saturday: Water and Play at Westbank Museum. Event includes a display depicting the heritage of Water and Play of the West Kelowna area.
Peachland Mayor and Council would like to invite community volunteers for a Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast Friday, March 7th 7:00-9:00 a.m. Peachland Community Centre 4450 6th Street RSVP before 12 noon Wed. March 5: Please call 250-767-2133
Thanks for making Peachland a better place to be!
SPIRIT OF PEACHLAND CIVIC AWARDS
Do you know an outstanding volunteer, athlete, artist, business person in the community? If yes, nominate them today for a Spirit of Peachland Civic Award. Nominations are currently being accepted for the following awards: Unsung Hero Lifetime Service Youth Citizen of the Year Citizen of the Year Peachland Excellence Awards – (recognizing achievements in sports, arts, culture, community service and more)
How to Nominate:
Review the nomination categories and complete the nomination form available: o online at www.peachland.ca o for pick up at the District Office (5806 Beach Ave) or the Community Centre (4450 6th Street) o by email ehayman@peachland.ca Write a nomination letter Provide 1-3 letters of support Application deadline is Friday, March 14, 2014 at 12:00 noon Selections will be based on the nominee’s achievements and contributions for the year of 2013 As well, each year the District recognizes (upon request) the following milestones: Wedding Anniversary: Peachland Residents celebrating their 50, 60 or 70th wedding anniversary. Freedom of the Municipality: Peachland Residents who have reached their 100th birthday or to residents who have lived in Peachland for more than 75 years. Completed packages can be returned: o by email to ehayman@peachland.ca o to the District Office (5806 Beach Ave) o to the Community Centre (4450 6th Street) District of Peachland Civic Awards will be held at the Peachland Community Centre (4450 6th Street) on Friday, May 2, 2014. For more information, call 250-767-2133 or visit www.peachland.ca
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hey should create a reality TV show called “Fortis in the House,” where company brass have to survive the winter with little or no electric heat. Each wealthy executive is given a pair of long johns and must work together like a family to conserve energy. They only have a certain amount of kilowatt hours, and if they exceed their quota under the two-tier system, they are punished. The audience (the working poor) gets to choose what discipline is appropriate. Through strategically placed cameras, the viewers can see who’s consuming the most energy. Look at that! The CEO is cranking the heat up in the bathroom and working on his laptop. He then runs a full bath while uncorking a bottle of champagne. That will warrant some big time punishment, which will come later. Meanwhile, the vice-president sneaks into the laundry room to wash two articles of clothing on a full cycle. Naughty boy! Tensions start to rise when Fortis survivors start bickering about each other’s power consumption. “Hey man, I saw what you did. You turned up the thermostat in your room while the rest of us were freezing our butts off.” “No I didn’t. You’re just jealous because I make more money than you.” Cut to a commercial break, where you see a real family huddled around
several candles in the dark. The mother is crying because they can’t pay their utility bill; it increased 100 per cent. A compassionate voice then says, “Take back the power ... this commercial sponsored by the Society for the Ethical Treatment of Human Beings.” Back in the house, the contestants have worried looks on their faces while seated on a tattered couch. One executive has one hand on his buttocks because the back flap of his long johns came undone and the button went missing. An ominous bell tolls, signaling that it’s voting time. Who will be punished? Who will redeem himself in the eyes of the ratepayers? The camera focuses on the CEO, replaying his bathroom transgressions. Exclamations of shock erupt when the champagne bottle is uncorked. Two large men then grab the CEO and force him outside in the snow, making him run around the house to check the utility meter (in his long johns). His real punishment, though, is spending another week on the show and paying the power bills of 100 customers. The camera then focuses on a FortisBC office clerk, who has conserved the most energy in the house. Her prize is leaving the show and being promoted to office manager, which prompts cheers from the viewing audience. Meanwhile, the vice-president has to spend another week in the house while wearing shorts and a T-shirt, and eating cold porridge. “Let me out of here!” he screams, while the large men drag him kicking and screaming to his room.
PEACHLAND VIEWS Flu shot only reduces influenza rate by 6 per cent Getting vaccinated can help you flee the flu is the information we are being fed by Public Health. This unfortunately is incorrect. When we review the independent analyses (those not sponsored by the drug companies) the results are quite different. The Cochrane Collaboration of independent scientists found in surveying the literature of 25 studies involving 59,566 healthy adults who received a flu
shot, the annual clinical influenza rate was reduced by only 6 per cent! I suggest we get more informed about the short-term and long-term health problems that could occur. Please take responsibility for your own health. Chris Muendel, Peachland
Booting of Liberal senators hasn’t changed anything MP Dan Albas / Commentary For this week’s MP report I am going to add some inside perspective on a few recent events that have occurred in Ottawa over the past few weeks. As many of you may have heard, recently the Leader of the Federal Liberal Party made an announcement that effective immediately, all Liberal Senators would be booted from the Liberal caucus in an effort to try and
ensure that the Liberal Senators would become more independent. Many in the media reacted swiftly calling the idea “bold” while debate remained on what, if any, difference might occur. What is interesting about this idea is that it was actually the NDP who back in late October of 2013 introduced a motion in the House of Commons calling for “the introduction of immediate measures to end Senators’ partisan activities,
including participation in caucus meetings.” What is more interesting is that when the NDP first introduced this idea, the media did not characterize it as being “bold”– most, in fact, ignored the NDP motion. What is also notable is that at the time the leader of the Liberals actually voted against the motion, accusing the NDP of political haymaking over the Senate. See FORMERLY LIBERAL SENATORS on page 5
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Formerly Liberal senators are now senators who are liberals Continued from page 4
Privately many NDP MPs I know are expressing disappointment and frustration that a NDP idea is treated differently in the media when it is adopted by another party. The larger question is, will expelled from caucus Senators become more independent? In the case of the Liberal Senators, Dan Albas, MP what was seldom reported was that within hours of being booted out of the Liberal caucus, the Liberal Senators met as a group
and quickly re-elected the same Liberal Senate leader, the same Deputy Leader and most surprising even elected the same Senate party whip before declaring they were still a Liberal Senate caucus. The fact that a group of supposedly independent Senators would vote in a whip and continue to sit as a Liberal Senate caucus ensures that the extra pay and perks of a caucus (that are not available to truly independent Senators) would still flow and be paid for by taxpayers. In other words, nothing really changed as a result of this announcement. The inside joke in Ottawa is formerly Liberal Senators have now become Senators who are Liberals. Ultimately, the only real means of reforming that Senate remains before the Supreme Court, which is expected to issue formal legal guidelines on how the Senate can be reformed or abolished at some point within this year.
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We all come into this world hardwired for play. Plato (429-347 BC) reportedly observed, “You can discover more about a person in an hour of play than in a year of conversation.” Play is an essential component in the cognitive development and socialization of young children. Modern findings in neuroscience suggest that play promotes flexibility of mind, including adaptive practices such as discovering multiple ways to achieve a desired result, or creative ways to improve or reorganize a given situation. The unstructured imaginary play of childhood moves into the very real and structured adult play we call sports. We can thank the Greeks of 500 BC for the ideals of democracy and in 776 BC for the development of the greatest games of all, the Olympics. The
city states of early Greece put aside their swords every four years to engage in sports instead of slaughter. Some years ago there was a time that the Peachland Legion Snooker League, then known as the Peachland Little Snooker League, had a reputation that included injuries, property damage, political intrigue and disputes that went far beyond the baize. Like the Greeks, those warring days are now behind us and the Peachland
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resigns prior to being convicted, or otherwise manoeuvres to avoid being expelled or disqualified from Parliament, that individual is still entitled to his or her full pension, including the employer’s share, which is funded by taxpayers. In other words, if one retires or resigns before being convicted of a crime, one still benefits from a generous pension plan. This is, in itself, an outrage to many taxpayers.” I will continue to provide updates on Bill C-518 as it progresses through debate as there has been a strong level of interest in this bill. Also occurring this week is the introduction of the budget that is happening on Tuesday, February 11 and will be the topic of next week’s report. If you have any questions or concerns on bills before Parliament please do not hesitate to contact me directly. I can be reached at dan. albas@parl.gc.ca or toll free at 1-800-6658711.
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Snooker league upholds spirit of competitive play Barrie Hewer Special to the Peachland View
While on the topic of Senators, many citizens have contacted me recently to express support for Private Members Bill C-518 from my Conservative colleague MP John Williamson. The Canadian Taxpayer’s Federation has also engaged in a campaign calling for public support of this bill. What does Bill C-518 propose? I have already spoken in favour of Bill C-518 moving forward in debate to review stage and my comments on this bill from Hansard were as follows: “We know Canadians expect that if parliamentarians are convicted of egregious crimes, they should face consequences. No different from everyday Canadians would expect to face consequences if convicted of an egregious crime, yet we also know that this is currently not the case. I would like to commend the member for New Brunswick Southwest for his work to attempt to remedy this. Currently, if a senator or member of Parliament retires or
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School district declares February 5 Harmony Day through to senior secondary, students think about others both at home and abroad. I know that today’s students are more “We are all different ex- aware than I ever was that there are people pressions of who may not be as fortunate as they are. one reality, dif- When I went to school, our humanitarian ferent songs of work was based on supporting missionarone singer, dif- ies and knitting brightly coloured woolen ferent dances vests (undershirts) for African babies. We of one dancer, were told that “they” liked bright colours different paint- (but not why woolen vests would be a ings – but the good idea in a hot country). Oh, how I painter is one.” shudder to think how condescending we were. - Osho Here in the Central Okanagan School When I visit Moyra Baxter schools and District, there are students who visit the meet with students, I am always impressed Kelowna Gospel Mission, serve dessert to hear about their projects that involve and play card games with the people they thinking about others rather than them- meet. They are totally non-judgmental selves. In every school, from elementary and really enjoy the time they spend there. Moyra Baxter / Special to the Peachland View
These same students also sponsor a child in another country, and fundraise to support her. In other schools, students have come up with innovative ways to fundraise for charities such as the Canadian Cancer Society. One way was to make and sell tie-dyed t-shirts. At school concerts there is usually a collection box for items for the food bank. Whenever there is a major catastrophe in the world, our students are immediately organizing fundraisers to support those in need. The young people in the Central Okanagan also care about human rights – especially those of children in other countries who are discriminated against, not allowed to attend school, or who are used as child labour. They believe that we
are all equal, regardless of the colour of our skin, our religion, or our race. I had the privilege, at the January 22 board meeting, to declare February 5, 2014 as Harmony Day, and February as Human Rights Month in the Central Okanagan School District. Although February provides us with opportunities to celebrate every member of our diverse communities, the theme “everyone belongs” is a year-long acknowledgement that our differences are assets not liabilities. We can learn from past mistakes, and move forward in a spirit of unity. As Eleanor Roosevelt said: “Pit race against race, religion against religion, prejudice against prejudice. Divide and conquer! We must not let that happen here.” Let this be the mantra for the entire world.
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Annual general meeting will take place on February 18 Pat Grieve Special to the Peachland View This week’s Hearts
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Monday, February 10 at the 50 Plus Activity Centre, a mini concert was performed by the Variety Singers. At the same time you could peruse the beautiful quilts made by our quilters, who meet
during the needle arts program on Monday afternoons. Our wood carvers club will show their wares at the Peachland Little Schoolhouse on Saturday, as will our Friday Art Club on Friday.
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Come out and see what talents we have in this little town; perhaps you might like to join them. Musically speaking, the ukulele group is coming along nicely. We are now up to 11 members, most of whom are beginners. It may take a while, but some day we will be showing off at a potluck supper, so keep an eye out for that. If you would like to be one of these brave souls, it’s not too late to start. Call Angela at 250-767-6574 if you are interested in joining. Join now because once we get really good, we will leave the beginners behind! Don’t forget the Friendship Tuesdays program takes place on the second and fourth Tuesday of
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Mastering the trick to growing your own herbs Squash and Basil Warming Winter Soup
1 large butternut squash
A couple gratings of nutmeg
1 onion
Roast the squash at 350°F, until soft. Sauté the garlic, onion and apple in olive oil. Scrape out squash flesh and add to the pot. Add water and simmer until the flavours meld. Chop the basil, reserving a few leaves for garnish. Add the basil and nutmeg and blend until smooth, then add the milk. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
1 apple 1 cup milk (unsweetened almond, dairy or coconut are all fine) 2 cups stock, vegetable or chicken 10 fresh leaves basil 1 1/2 tbsp olive oil 3 garlic cloves
Patricia Guest Special to the Peachland View We all want to see a little green at this time of year and most can’t help but be attracted to the lovely aroma and greenness of the herbs that beckon us in the produce section. Go ahead, indulge, and buy that basket of basil that looks so abundant. Then prepare yourself for a little work. The herbs you buy in the produce section are programmed to die. Unless you get your gardening gloves on, mix up some potting soil and dig out your carefully saved and stowed planters in a week or two, you will have a lovely bunch of dried basil hanging on withered brown plants. “What did I do,” you will moan. “I watered it and cared for it. Why do they always die?” Don’t worry, it’s not your fault. First of
all, these plants come from a perfectly controlled environment with probably 20 hours of perfect light, flood irrigation with micronutrients and an amicable temperature of about 27° Celsius. Second, they are at the stage in their growth where they should have been transplanted two weeks ago. There were 35 seedlings in the last pot of basil I bought. They are tall and spindly with 4 - 6 leaves on them. If they were not so nicely packaged and held up by each other and the cellophane they would flop over in exhaustion, having been pushed to grow so fast. When you take these beauties out of the store, freeze their little pots off on the way home, stick them in a window and (over) water them with our yummy, highly chlorinated tap water, of course they are going
to keel over – and the marketers know that. You will think it is all your fault and try again. There goes another $4 for a penny’s worth of seed and 5 cents of soil. But wait. You can trick those money hungry marketers and get 30 beautiful basil plants that will produce basil and a multitude of gifts for your gardening pals. Soak the pot you are transplanting from at least half an hour before you start so the roots are wet and pliable. The stems are very delicate at this stage and you may lose a few. Try not to bend or crush the stems and use moist warm potting soil. These plants are tall and leggy so plant them in individual four-inch pots as deeply as you can. I leave a bucket of water out all the time so the chlorine can dissipate a
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little. A sunny window is great. Direct sunlight on newly transplanted seedlings fresh from a greenhouse is another recipe for dried basil. At this time of year they can still use more light but they will make it through. Pinch them back, always leaving at least two leaves, and they will soon be branching out and giving up their heavenly scent to your pastas, eggs and sauces. I started three types of basil in the fall, growing them inside all winter. A new variety, columnar basil, survived my winter ministrations; all the rest died. Here’s a recipe that just uses a little fresh basil that you can pinch off right away and some winter squash that needs to be used up now. Good gardens lead to fabulous food. Let’s get growing!
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Jerry Dober Breakfast, 8am, Peachland Wellness Centre Peachland United Service, 10am, United Church St. Margaret’s Anglican Church Worship, 10am, St. Margaret’s Anglican Church Emmanuel Church Workship Service, 10am, Peachland Elementary School Peachland Baptist Service, 10:30 service fellowship 11:30am, 4204 Lake Ave. Ukulele Group, 1pm, 50+ Activity Centre. Call 250-767-6574. Meat Draw, 2pm, Royal Canadian Legion Branch #69
Mid-week Study and Conversation Coffee, 9:30am, St. Margaret’s Anglican Church Carpet Bowling, 10am-noon, 50+ Activity Centre Computer Literacy, 10am-noon, all sessions take place at Peachland Wellness Centre Volleyball, 10am-noon, community centre Wellness Circle Fitness Equipment Guides, 10am. Call 250-767-2133 to register for your spot Memory Program, 10:30am, Peachland Wellness Centre. Preregistration required. AA, 12-1pm, 50+ Activity Centre Men’s Coffee, 1pm, Peachland Wellness Centre Friendship Tuesday/Movie, 1-3:30pm, 50+ Activity Centre Memory Program, 1:30pm, Peachland Wellness Centre. Preregistration required. Tween Drop-In, 2:30-5pm, meet at Peachland Elementary. Grades 5-6 Youth Drop-In, 3:30-8pm, Peachland Youth Centre. Grades 7+ Peachland Sparks and Brownies, 5:45-7pm, community centre Bridge (Experienced), 7pm, 50+ Activity Centre
Yoga, 7:45-8:45am, 50+ Activity Centre Indoor Walking, 8-9am, community centre Aerobics For The Not So Young, 9:30-10:30am, 50+ Activity Centre Wellness Centre, 10-12pm, Peachland Wellness Centre. Speaker on second and fourth Wednesdays of the month Memory Program, 10:30am, Peachland Wellness Centre. Preregistration required Bridge Creative Playtime (0-6 yrs) 11am-1pm, community centre Art Class, 1-4pm, 50+ Activity Centre Chess, 1:15-3:30pm, 50+ Activity Centre Memory Program, 1:30pm, Peachland Wellness Centre. Preregistration required. Sunshine Singers, 1:30pm, Peachland Wellness Centre Writer’s Bloc, every second Wednesday of the month, 6:30pm, Peachland Wellness Centre. Tween Cooking Night, 5-7:30pm, Peachland Youth Centre. Lions Den Meeting, 7 pm. 2nd week: 6th Ave. Police Station. 4th week: community centre. Dan 250767-9034 Central Okanagan Model Railway Company Group, 7pm, Peachland Museum
Tai Chi, 9:30am, United CHurch Annex Intergenerational Choir, 9:30am, Peachland Elementary School Bereavement, 10am, Peachland Wellness Centre Volleyball, 10am-noon, community centre Iron and Silk Exercise, 10:45amnoon, 50+ Activity Centre Storytime, 11:30am, Peachland Library. For ages 3 to 5. Until April 24. Peachland Rotary Club Meeting, 12pm, Gasthaus Pub AA, 12-1pm, 50+ Activity Centre Breastfeeding Cafe, second and last Thursday, 1pm, Peachland Wellness Centre. Call 250-7670141 Tween Drop-In, 2:30-5pm, meet at Peachland Elementary. Grades 5-6 Youth Drop-In, 3:30-8pm, Peachland Youth Centre. Grades 7+ Meat Draw, 4pm, Royal Canadian Legion Branch #69 Drop in Floor Hockey (8-10yrs) 4:30-5:30pm, community centre Gentle Yoga, 6-7pm, community centre Bingo, 6:45pm, Doors 5:30pm, 50+ Activity Centre Volleyball, 7-8:30pm, community centre
Indoor Walking, 8-9am, community centre Men’s Coffee, 10am, Peachland Wellness Centre Bridge Creative Playtime (0-6 yrs) 10am-noon, community centre Yoga Beginners, 10:30-11:30am, 50+ Activity Centre Friday Art Club, 1pm, 50+ Activity Centre Art Class, 1-4pm, 50+ Activity Centre Tea in the Tranquil Room, 2pm, Peachland Wellness Centre Legotime for Kids, 3pm, Peachland Library. Every other Friday until May 30. Youth Drop-In, 3:30-8pm, Peachland Youth Centre. Grades 7+ Ladies Snooker, 5pm, Royal Canadian Legion Branch #69 Potluck, Meeting, or Entertainment, 6pm, 50+ Activity Centre (4th week of the month only)
MONDAYS Yoga Advanced Beginners, 7:458:45am, 50+ Activity Centre Indoor Walking, 8-9am, community centre Take Off Pounds Sensibly, 9:30am, 50+ Activity Centre Ladies’ Coffee, 10am-11am, Peachland Wellness Centre Tai Chi, 12-1pm, 50+ Activity Centre Needle Arts/Quilting, 1-4pm, 50+ Activity Centre Peachland Guides, 5:15pm, community centre Youth Boxing Club, 6-8 pm, 4th Street Place Wood Carving, 7-9pm, 50+ Activity Centre Fly Tying, 7-9pm, community centre
SATURDAYS Carpet Bowling, 10am-noon, 50+ Activity Centre Dance Church, 10:30am-12:00, Peachland Youth Centre, sliding scale cost of $5-$10. Starts Feb 22. Meat Draw, 3pm, Royal Canadian Legion Branch #69 Boys and Girls Club, 3-5pm, Peachland Youth Centre. Ages 6-12. Youth Drop-In, 5:30-9pm, Peachland Youth Centre. Grades 7+
UPCOMING EVENTS Hearts and Flowers, February 14, Peachland Legion. Dine and Dance with Kelly Stewart. Tickets available at the Legion, $20 per person. Call the Legion 250-7679404 for further information. February Freeze Up 5K, February 16. 5K Run. Registration required, volunteers welcome. Hearts Festival Artisans’ Show-
case, February 15-16, 10am-4pm, 4th Street Place. For more information visit www.pcartscouncil.com Historical Anecdotes of Peachland, February 18, 1:30pm, Little School House. Richard Smith will be presenting. Refreshments will be served. Admission by donation. For more information call the Wellness Centre at 250-767-0141.
Chamber of Commerce Q4 Quarterly Meeting, February 18, 5:30 pm, Historic Primary School. Cash bar and free appetizers – no charge to attend. Girl Guides Thinking Day, February 22. A day of fun with the Girl Guides! Join in for crafts lunch, performance and more! Public is welcome to attend.
Medical Services Directory Chiropractor
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Dr. Peter Stapleton Dr. Todd A. Penner Catherine Gnius, RMT Nick Berry, RMT
Dr. Don MacRae Dr. Phil Kachanoski Dr. Karl Oppenheim Dr. Peter Cormillot Dr. Jeff Krawchuk
Wes Bedford, B.Sc Geoff Davis, B.Sc Garnet Lloyd, B.Sc Wesley Bedford, B.Sc
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Dance Church, February 22, 10:30am-noon, Peachland Youth Centre. Creates a safe environment for tuning into the deeper aspects of spirituality through authentic movement. Sliding scale cost of $5-$10. Call 250-3543428 for information. Schmockey Tournament, February 23, registration starts at 12pm, first game 12:30pm, Cousins Park.
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Auction, colouring contest, cake walk. Hot dogs and beverages by donation. Pre-register by calling George or Rochelle at 250-7672723. The Tax Program, February 24, 1-3pm, Peachland Wellness Centre. This is for qualified people only. Contact the Wellness Centre for more information at 250-7670141.
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CLUES ACROSS 1. Yearly tonnage (abbr.)
4. Licenses TV stations 7. Brain wave test
8. Rowing fulcrum peg 10. Arabian Gulf
Saturday, March 8 Doors open at 6 p.m. for cocktails, followed by dinner, awards, auction and dance. Emcee: Allan Holender of Peachland Radio Key Note Speaker: Martin Salloum, Chamber of Commerce Executives of Canada Catering by Gasthaus Music by DJ Haymaker
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12. 55121 MN 13. Trash & tin 14. Actress Farrow 16. Egg of a louse 17. Lesion 19. A Scottish cap 20. Poi vegetable 21. Illness from neurosis 25. Moving truck 26. Gallivant 27. Millisecond 29. Trigonometric function 30. Pinna 31. Loud noise 32. Small auto accidents 39. Thin wire nail 41. Many subconsciousness 42. Rocket scientist Werner Von 43. Albanian currency 44. Sum up 45. Grapefruit & tangerine hybrid 46. SE Asia palm genus 48. Drew off fluid 49. Severe & cruel 50. Before 51. It never sleeps 52. Used to be United ___ CLUES DOWN 1. Saucer’s companion 2. Foot controls 3. Administrative unit 4. Residential mortgage authority 5. High quality French brandy 6. Gilbert O’Sullivan song 8. Steeped beverage 9. Prefix used in anatomy, biology 11. Nanosecond (abbr.) 14. Mayan language 15. Create mentally 18. Atomic #45 19. 2000 pounds 20. Oceanic rise or fall 22. Did to excess 23. Pouch or baglike structure 24. Browning of the
skin 27. A fitting reward (archaic) 28. Diego, Francisco or Anselmo 29. Cognate 31. Physicians 32. Duplicity 33. Doctor of Education 34. E. Canadian province
35. Beat thoroughly 36. $10 gold coins 37. Monarchs or dictators 38. Duke: “The Silver Fox” 39. Dull claptrap 40. Showed old movie 44. Express pleasure 47. Reciprocal of a sine
ANSWERS
HOROSCOPE ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20
LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23
TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21
SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22
Aries, strange forces seem to be working against you, but fortunately you are prepared for anything that comes your way. Allow for some time to get things settled.
Libra, your intuition and ability to work with people closely will make your life much more enjoyable. Make use of these talents as you pursue a new career path.
Taurus, keep a firm hand on your wallet so you can avoid spending well beyond your means. It is best if you avoid making any impulse purchases in the near future.
Falling into a slump just isn’t your style, Scorpio. Even if things don’t seem to be going your way, your attitude and work ethic will make the most of the situation.
GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21
SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21
CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22
CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20
LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23
AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18
VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22
PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20
Gemini, listen carefully when a family member comes to you with some sage advice. Even a seemingly relaxed conversation may prove fruitful. Cancer, you may seem rushed this week, but resist the temptation to go faster than is comfortable for you. Take your time so things are done right the first time. Leo, you may have so much fun this week that you don’t realize you have been getting work done in the process. Your attitude is even inspiring others around you. Take a step back when you don’t see eye to eye with a colleague, Virgo. Disagreements can quickly escalate, so keep a level head and take all things into consideration.
Sagittarius, playing games with someone can be fun, but don’t let things turn into a serious rivalry. Focus on being lighthearted this week.
Capricorn, your responsible nature helps those in your care to feel safe and secure. It is good to show others how much they mean to you, and you have been doing it correctly. Some well-hidden information could come to the surface, and you will have the ability to put it to use, Aquarius. Just don’t let the power go to your head. Pisces, you must deal with a potentially delicate matter in the days to come. Keep a cool head and remain confident.
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FOOD FOR THE SOUL
Ask God for the strength to keep your promises Pastor Ed Skutshek Grace Lutheran Church The word “promise” is defined as “a statement telling someone that you will definitely do something or that something will definitely happen in the future.” Promises are central to our lives. We make them and rely on them every day. We book tickets on planes, trains and buses because a common carrier has promised that a plane, train or bus will depart from a certain place, at a certain time and reach an agreed upon destination. We elect those who govern us based upon the promises they make. They promise to accomplish certain things while in office. Experience teaches us that some promises are kept and others are not.
Sometimes a promise is broken due to circumstances beyond the control of the one making the promise. Fog can prevent a plane from taking off. One making a promise can innocently forget the promise that was made. Sadly, promises are broken because of the intentional interference of others who make it impossible for a promise to be fulfilled. Political intrigue and backroom deals make the passage of promised legislation impossible. Even more sadly, sometimes promises are broken because the one making the promise resolves not to fulfill the promise. Broken promises can have devastating effects. Lives and relationships can be irreparably injured and even shattered. The consequences
of a broken promise can be so onerous that sometimes these consequences stop one from making promises. 30 years ago my wife Denise and I made these vows to one another. I said, “I take you to be my wife.” She said, “I take you to be my husband.” We both said, “to have and to hold from this day forward, for better, for worse, for richer, for poorer, in sickness and in health, to love and to cherish, as long as we both shall live, and I pledge you my faithfulness.” At the conclusion of the vows the pastor said, “Edward and Denise by their promises before God and in the presence of this congregation, have bound themselves to one another as husband and wife. Those whom God has joined together
let no one put asunder.” During our 30 years of marriage some of the promises we made were kept and some were broken. Some promises were broken because of circumstances beyond our control, forgetfulness, the intentional interference of others and by our own fault. Yet, we made our wedding vows with some confidence. Not because we possessed all it took to keep those promises; rather, we made those vows because we were confident that God would provide. When we were tested, when life’s storms hit us and challenged our family, what kept us together was our belief that it was our destiny to be together. We were convinced that God had brought us together and had placed the love we
have for one another within us. We believed and trusted that if we held onto God and one another we could get through the storm that had come into our lives. This faith and trust got us through many a storm. God provided for the sin that tore at the bonds that bound us together. God gave us Jesus, His Son. Jesus paid for our sins when he suffered and died on the cross. God gave us the Holy Spirit. When we hurt one another, the Holy Spirit opened the eyes of the offender so that the sin was exposed. Through the Holy Spirit we believed that Jesus died on the cross for the sin that challenged our marriage. The Holy Spirit used Christ’s sacrifice to move the offender to
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Did you take your sweetheart to the legion for Valentine’s Day? The next event that you can take her to will be a St. Patrick’s Day event to be held on Saturday, March 15. The St. Patrick’s Day event will be an Irish evening with an Irish dinner and dancing to Irish music. Well, maybe some other tunes will be mixed in as well. The dart play down was a success with the legion from Okanagan Falls taking the honours. Congratulations to our team from branch #69 for their great endeavour. In August, a military tattoo will come to Vernon. Can’t you just hear the pipes and drums? If you wish to get tickets for the event, get in touch
with the Okanagan Military Tattoo Society by emailing Derek at hall47@hotmail.ca. If you are having a birthday and plan to have the event at the legion, your meal is on the house. Make sure that you let Angee know in the kitchen. Is there a celebration in your future? Why not spend it at the legion? Just give the office a call to set it up. Have you looked up to the roof of the legion lately? There are new signs on the building. A recent windstorm wreaked havoc on the old signs and so they had to be replaced. The legion now sponsors service dogs. These days, this service is especially important to those who are suffering from mental distress and other ailments to be able to find help. These are especially trained animals
that can assist one who is in need. If you know of someone who could use this service, give the office a call at 250767-9100 for further information. There have been several important issues this month that need to be addressed by veterans and legion members alike. A new veteran’s charter will soon be presented to the federal government for consideration.
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Briefly here are the concerns being presented: • Earning loss benefits; • Maximum disability reward; • Current inequity with regards to reservists for service; and • Funeral and burial benefits. Mark February 24 on the calendar to attend the general meeting, which begins at 1930 hours.
of faith and love in God and one another. It’s Valentine’s day today. If you have made vows to another, ask God for the strength to fulfill the promises and the grace and mercy to ask forgiveness and to forgive. If you want to make vows with another and are afraid, you should be. However, you can make these with confidence if you have faith and trust in God!
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contrition, confession and then repentance. The Holy Spirit then moved the offender to ask forgiveness from God, and then the wounded party, for the sins committed. The same Holy Spirit used Christ’s sacrifice to move the one offended to say, “I forgive you,” and then soothed the wounded heart. The Holy Spirit continued to work and healed and strengthened our bonds
250-767-3131 www.stmargaretspeachland.org
“Let Us Worship Together”
4204 Lake Avenue
Ben McGillivray,
Sunday School: 9:30 am
Next Generation Associate Pastor
Sunday Morning Worship: 10:30 am
Peachland Campus 10:00 am Worship Service at Peachland Elementary School
Peachland Campus Office: 5848B Beach Avenue Office Hours: Wednesday:12:30pm-4:30pm Friday: 9am-1pm 250.768.7638 emmanuelnet.ca
Fellowship Coffee: 11:30 a.m. Office Hours - Tue, Wed, Thur 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Hall rental contact Doreen 250-767-2132 Sunday Morning Service 10 a.m. Rev. Elaine Diggle
all are welcome
Women’s Bible Study: Wednesday, 9:30 am Dr. Gordon Denison, Pastor 250-707-1735 gdenison@telus.net
www.peachlandbaptist.net
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SOLD IN THREE DAYS!
LOOKING FOR LAKESHORE?
$445,000
$674,800
3919 Trepanier Hgts Ave - Panoramic lake view. 3 Bdrms, 3 baths, hrdwd flrs, open plan. Glassed in solarium. Kitch w/nook. Cov.side deck. Lge wkshop. Lots of storage. Newer windows, roof & heat pump. Cov patio, fenced dog run & fruit trees. MLS® 10075988
10 steps to Lake! “Suite deal!” 4 bdrms+den. Many upgrades. Stainless appliances, corian counters. Gazebo with gas f/p. 1 or 2 bdrm. Inlaw suite. B&B? Shoreline walking path to yacht club & shops. Beach Ave, Peachland. MLS® 10074135
Barb and Brett are Real Estate professionals in West Kelowna and Peachland, ready to help you with all of your Real Estate needs!
Barb and Brett are Real Estate professionals in West Kelowna and Peachland, ready to help you with all of your Real Estate needs!
Barb Mayo
Brett Adamson
Barb Mayo
250-718-9559
250-862-1132
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250-862-1132
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4098 Beach Avenue - Live by the lake - Semi lakeshore living at its best, steps to water, beach & wharf. Corner lot, RV parking with hook ups, parking for 4 additional cars. Surround decks & patios great outdoor Okanagan living. Classy updating, come see! MLS® 10070326
$950,000
Brett Adamson
brett@getbrett.ca barb@movewithmayo.com
FEBRUARY 14, 2014
Shirley Geiger
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250-470-8989
movewithmayo.com OYAMA DREAM
sgeiger@coldwellbanker.ca
LUXURY RANCHER
TREPANIER CREEK MHP
$399,900
$645,000
$54,900
14287 Harmen Road Here’s an opportunity to own a little slice of heaven! Peaceful Oyama zip code with this tastefully decorated bi-lvl with 2 bed + den legal suite. A beautiful mix of contemporary renovations with country flair.
1498 Black Mountain Crescent A pleasure to view - spacious walkout rancher with high end finishing, ample parking close to golf, school, transit and Big White Ski Resort.
#9 5432 Childley Road Peachland’s finest 55+ MHP - Trepanier Creek - short walk to everything. This rare offering is situated directly across from Trepanier Creek & private and majestically maintained yard boasting 16x16 wired/insulated shed.
FULL DUPLEX
SHANNON LAKE ESTATES MHP
ELLISON
$425,000
$45,000
$344,500
800-802 Burne Ave Solid Investment - Kelowna South location. Front to back full Duplex - terrific opportunity to own a revenue generator in the downtown core; walk to shops, schools and services.
#7 3206 Shannon Lake Road This manufactured home is a real pleasure to show and view. In excellent condition + clean as a whistle. features a great floor plan with open living area and opposite end bed rooms with each having a full bath. Newer furnace.
3560 Seratoga Road A must see in desirable Ellison! 3 bedrooms up, suite potential in the basement, ample parking, flat fenced yard close to the University, Airport, golf, schools and shopping. Loads of updates!
LAKESHORE ESTATE
DIAMOND VIEW ESTATES
CASA LOMA LAKEVIEW
$1,748,000
$789,000
$599,900
959 Sunnyside Road If privacy at the end of a quiet cul de sac with 96 ft of lakeshore with a magnificent view is for you then look no further. Large rancher in excellent condition with loads of space. Comes with licensed dock and beach cabana.
1763 Scott Crescent Magnificent custom built rancher in West Kelowna’s premiere luxury home neighborhood. Amazing quality + finishing plus unparalleled lake, city + mountain views makes this a wonderful opportunity!
511 Casa Grande Dr Foreclosure – Reduced 50K! Spacious walk out lake view rancher w/ stunning open concept floor plan, island kitchen, spacious deck, heated tile floors, 2 gas f/p, games/ family room, 1 bed suite, ample parking.
MLS® 10075382
MLS® 10075929
MLS® 10049591
MLS® 10075766
$399,900
• 180 Degree Lakeview • Flat .22 Acre Fully Irrigated & Landscaped • 50 Feet of RV Parking • Access To Backyard from Davies • Immaculate Turn Key Home MLS® 10076369
Jeanette Rempel
250-215-4784
MLS® 10068590
MLS® 10060860
Cecile Guilbault Personal Real Estate Corporation
250-212-2654
TOP 1% in Canada
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MLS® 10075905
MLS® 10076283
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MLS® 10056803
Experience & Enthusiasm
Derek Martin 250-878-1555 Personal Real Estate Corporation
Serving Kelowna & West Kelowna for over 33 years
Charles Martin 250-717-7000 info@TeamMartin.ca
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$519,000 • 4035 Ponderosa Place One of Peachland’s most outstanding lakeviews, well maintained custom built walkout rancher built for the lakeviews, formal living & dining, cozy family room on the main floor, just over 3000 sq ft fin, some updates furnace new approx 8 years ago, 3 F/P’s 1 wood, 1 gas and wood stove down, room for a pool table, lots of custom oak built in’s, C/A, built in vac, outdoor living is amazing like living in your own mini orchard, 1 peach, 2 pear, 3 plum, grape vines, raspberries plus wild life right at your door step. MLS®10064026 Call Cecile for a FREE MARKET EVALUATION
JUST LISTED!
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$44,900 #222 5375 Big White Road Amazingly priced studio condo on the quiet side of Whitefoot Lodge in the center of Big White Village! Shopping, restaurants & everything this world class ski resort has to offer at your front door. No GST & not in the rental pool. MLS®10073958
$419,000 4118 San Clemente Avenue, Peachland - Just listed in Beautiful Peachland! This great 3 level split is located in the desirable Flats of Peachland just a 2 min walk to the Lake. Very private backyard with pond as well as a separate shop/garage. This lovely home has 2 bedrooms up (used to be 3 but current owners doubled up the master size but could easily be made back into 3) with a large bathroom and luxurious soaker tub to soothe all the day’s troubles away. MLS® 10076448
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Derek Personal Martin 250-878-1555 Real Estate Corporation Charles Martin 250-717-7000 info@TeamMartin.ca KELOWNA
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250.878.0626
Experience & Enthusiasm Serving Kelowna & West Kelowna for over 33 years
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2362 Shannon Woods Drive I would like to thank my clients for trusting in me, the sale of their home. If you would like your home SOLD, please contact me for a no obligation, market analysis of your home! MLS® 10073351
$404,000
Kevin Philippot
(250) 215-4320 (250) 768-3339 (250) 717-5000 Cell West Kelowna Kelowna Office
kevinphilippot@remax.net
Please visit my website for more info on this or other homes at
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5197 MacNeill Court, Peachland - If you love entertaining, this house is for you! Fantastic 4 bed/3 bath rancher walkout with stunning panoramic lakeviews & over 4000 sq. ft. of quality living space. A view from almost every room! Spacious rooms, rich hardwood, modern colours & updated kitchen. CALL TRACEY FOR A FREE MARKET EVALUATION! MLS®10066186
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