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PEACHLAND AMBASSADORS NEED YOU

Without candidates, the Peachland Ambassador Society is in danger of shutting down. 3

WINNER OF LITERARY CONTEST NAMED

Mount Boucherie Secondary School student Georgia Gibbings won the 2015 HeARTS Festival Literary Competition with her poem Aeroplanes. 6

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Peachlanders displayed a variety of talents during the annual festival that was held from February 9-15. 7,8,11

Resident warns Peachlanders to “lock it or lose it” ERIN CHRISTIE EDITOR

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LYNN BRADY AND SHARLENE BENNET dressed as Alice and the Queen of Hearts, respectively, from Lewis Carroll’s beloved fairy tale Alice

in Wonderland in recognition of the Mad Hatter tea at St. Margaret’s Anglican Church in Peachland on February 11. The annual interfaith event, which was held in conjunction with the HeARTS Festival, attracted more than 50 members of the community as well as a number of local artists and musicians. For more photos from the festival see pages 7, 8 and 11.

A recent string ofTagline break-and-enters in Computers’ Peach-tagline must alw The Discovery otherwise land has one resident urging others to altered lockbeyond it orthe parameters st lose it. In an interview on February 16, Peachland resident Tammy Hesla told The View she and a number of her neighbours in the Turner Ave1 colour nue area had their homes and/or cars broken PMS 072U into before Christmas and early into the New Year. More recently, she says someone trespassed onto her Gillam Crescent property and stole a set of four new car tires that had been sitting next to her garage. Helsa has contacted the West Kelowna RCMP 2 colour PMS 072U detachment about the incident and an investiBlack gation is underway. But Hesla says the problem goes beyond missing tires. During the Thanksgiving holiday weekend Hesla’s vehicle was rummaged PM through and some change and a pair of binoculars was stolen. That same weekend Hesla’s Bla neighbour reported an unidentified man entering her home late at night. “Her little boy was sleeping and she said she heard him wake up and start crying,” Hesla said. “When she went to check on him she saw a man go running out of the house. That is really scary, you know? Her husband works out of town a lot so she was alone but the house was locked. It’s really creepy.” Helsa and her neighbor suspect the individual used the garage door opener stashed in See TO CATCH A THIEF on page 2

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the family’s unlocked car parked in the driveway, to enter the house. The longtime Peachlander was so troubled by the incidents that she decided to take to social media to warn others about this growing problem. Inspired by a Facebook group called Penticton Shoplifters and Thieves–Exposed!, Hesla decided to share her concern on the same social networking website via the Peachland Buy and Sell page. What she discovered shortly after hitting the “Share” button on her first post on February 14, was “shocking and troubling.” At press time there were 63 comments from concerned Peachlanders, many of whom reported having their cars, homes and garages invaded over the past few weeks. One

member of the group told Hesla she found evidence that someone had broken into her garage and an attempt had been made to break into

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attempt the thief did considerable damage to her vehicle’s locks, leaving a large hole in the driver’s side door and damaging the passenger’s side

People need to know what’s going on so something can be done. We live in a beautiful neighbourhood in a great community. We need to work together to keep it that way.” - Tammy Hesla

her car, but when the attempt failed two of her tires were slashed. Another local woman said she had recently had her vehicle broken into on Todd Road. This time, the attempt appeared to be more aggressive. According to the woman, during the

as well. According to the woman, the alleged thief had broken the ignition but didn’t take anything from the vehicle. Though Hesla and several other commenters say they are working with members of the RCMP to find the perpetrator(s), she says

starting a group similar to Penticton Shoplifters and Thieves might not be a bad idea. The Facebook group was initially created by Penticton businessman Leigh Follestad, after two men broke into his convenience store last April. Armed with good security footage of the suspects, Follestad decided to turn to his community for help and within days someone had identified the suspect and messaged Follestad with his name and address. After his success, Follestad posted links to the Facebook group wherever he could, to help other businesses. Reportedly, it worked again and again. The group, which currently boasts 697 members, identified more than 20 delinquents and criminals in Penticton in eight months. Group members

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tips, no matter how big or small they might seem, because they often end up being beneficial.” In a community that isn’t heavily patrolled by the RCMP on a regular basis, Hesla says she feels a similar page might discourage some would-be thieves and vandals from taking advantage of its “nice and trusting” residents. “I don’t think I can be the one to manage or update it, but I definitely think we should look into it,” she noted, adding that a neighbourhood watch committee could be another option. “People need to know what’s going on so something can be done. We live in a beautiful neighbourhood in a great community. We need to work together to keep it that way.”

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Peachland Ambassador Society is in danger of shutting down ERIN CHRISTIE EDITOR

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Peachland may lose one of its oldest and arguably most valuable volunteer programs if it doesn’t attract a new crop of participants by the end of February. Linda Sarsons, coordinator of the Peachland Ambassador Society, says enrollment in the 67 year-old program has been dropping steadily over the last few years but she felt a sense of urgency when the society failed to attract any candidates at all last year. It was an unprecedented occurrence in the society’s tenure; one that she says could justify the end of the society if something doesn’t change. “Last year was the first time we didn’t have a reigning team,” she told The View in an interview on February 12. “We had one person come forward to run so we made him a candidate in waiting and asked the 2013 team if they would continue to represent Peachland and they have. But we need new candidates this

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year.” For Sarsons, who has been coordinator of the society for the past three years, the prospect of shutting the program down isn’t just about losing a historic program, it’s personal. The longtime Peachlander said she was inspired to get involved with the ambassadors when her granddaughter ran and won the role of

Miss Congeniality in 2012. Sarsons said the experience of watching her granddaughter gain the confidence and poise to eventually become her class valedictorian, enticed her to promote the program. “Obviously I’m very proud of my granddaughter but since I got involved I have seen the difference it can make in a teen-

ager’s life, specifically when it comes to confidence. That opens a lot of doors in life and when you’re a teenager [confidence] can be hard to come by,” she explained. Sarsons took the lead after former coordinator Brenda Moshansky stepped down. Sarsons said she and Moshansky are part of a rich history that dates back to 1947. “Most nights parents read their children a bedtime story that begins with

PUBLIC NOTICE OF INTENT To consider a proposed amendment to Council Procedure Bylaw No. 2063, 2013 This is a Notice pursuant to sections 124(3) and 94 of the Community Charter, that it is the intent of the District of Peachland Council to consider an amendment to Council Procedure Bylaw No. 2063, 2013 at the March 10th, 2015 Regular Council Meeting, which will be held at 7:00 p.m. in Council Chambers at 4450 6th Street, Peachland. The purpose of the amendments are to amend the Agenda deadline for inclusion on the Council and Committee of the Whole Meeting Agendas to a day earlier, in order for Council to receive their meeting agenda material five days prior to the meeting. In addition, an amendment that permits Council members attending meetings electronically to verbally vote rather than vote by a show of hand. The proposed Amending Bylaw No. 2101 is available for viewing from February 17th – March 10th, 2015: • at the District Office at 5806 Beach Avenue, Peachland, B.C. on regular business days (Monday to Friday except for statutory holidays) between normal business hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.; • at the Okanagan Regional Library located at 40-5500 Clements Crescent, Peachland, B.C. (phone 250-767-9111 for current information on Library hours of operation); and • The District’s website at www.peachland.ca For more information contact Director of Corporate Services, Polly Palmer at 250-767-2647

‘once upon a time,’” Sarsons begins in her historical summation of the program prepared for its 65th anniversary celebration in 2013. “All little girls fall asleep dreaming of becoming a princess and wearing a beautiful ball gown, but

here in Peachland one mother decided to make this dream cone true for her daughter.” Lillian Mae Gerrie was a substitute schoolteacher and organized Peachland’s first royalty pageant that year, in honour of May Day. The crowning of the first May

Queen was the highlight of Peachland’s May Day celebration. The role of the chosen “royalty” was to preside over and attend local events, and to travel around the province to represent Peachland. In 1974 the May Queen program became the Royalty program, with two princesses and a queen being selected to reign. In 1993, a substantial and precedent-setting change took place. The decision was made to update the program and allow men to participate. The coordinator and board decided to update the name to the Ambassador program, to accommodate the changes. In 2005, under Moshansky’s leadership, the committee decided to judge all candidates the same criteria, and select one ambassador, a See PROGRAM on page 7

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)

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 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 executiveassistant@peachland.ca  Write a nomination letter  Provide 1-3 letters of support  Application deadline is Friday, March 13, 2015 at 12:00 noon  Selections will be based on the nominee’s achievements and contributions for the year of 2014 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 executiveassistant@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 1, 2015. For more information, call 250-767-2133 or visit www.peachland.ca

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HeARTS Festival inspires generations

The 2015 HeARTS Festival has come and gone and by all accounts it succeeded in adding colour to the gray days of February. Many people and organizations are to be thanked for the hundreds of hours required to run an event of this magnitude. These groups include the Peachland Variety Singers, the Quilters and Needlework Group, Sandra Kessler with the Peachland Girls and Boys Club art workshop, the Friends of the Peachland Library and the Writers Unblocked, the Pincushion Quilters, the Art Group, the Friday Art Club, the String Ensemble in the Gallery, the All Nations Senior Society and the Wood Carvers. The artisans showcase at 4th Street Place was a visual feast of the talents in the Okanagan. The Bob Sugden Awards and Youth Achievements recognized our young people in the performing and literary arts.

A special thanks to New Monaco and the anonymous donor for providing the prize money; also to all the donors who provided door prizes. It was encouraging to see the support of Mayor Cindy Fortin, who attended many of the functions, as well as some councillors and the Peachland View. One of the purposes of the HeARTS Festival is to encourage citizens to possibly take up a new activity. So much time is taken up making a living and raising families that participation in the arts is postponed. Several groups reported that they recruited new members as a result of the festival. Also the event gives people the opportunity to show support for the Peachland Community Arts Council (PCAC) by purchasing a membership. Phyllis Papineau, Peachland

I love this town but... Has Peachland gone to the dogs? Thousands of dollars have been spent on fences to keep dogs safe. Is it not the responsibility of the owners to care for their pets, not my taxes? Millions of dollars spent on a walkway for people to walk their dogs which, by the way, pee on every bush, bench, picnic table, light pole; I think they call it pee-mail. What does the town of Peachland do for its citizens? There is no outdoor or indoor pool, no curling rink, no ice rink, and to top it off, there are road signs on Beach Avenue telling you to ride your bike in the middle of the road. Are you kidding me? Beach Avenue is a major road running through Peachland, if Hwy 97 is shut down for any reason, traffic will flow through Beach Avenue. Mayor and council, have you ridden a bike on Beach between May and October, it’s suicidal. Bikes and cars don’t mix, that’s why they have bike lanes. There are new drivers, old drivers, impatient drivers, stoned drivers, drunk drivers and drivers on the phone. Do you really want your loved ones riding their bikes down a road that busy? And if you ride on the right side of the road you risk someone

opening their car door and knocking you over. You can’t ride on the sidewalk because it’s against the law. You are allowed to ride on Centennial Walkway, as it’s a shared path, but you can’t because it’s full of people and dog walkers with 20 foot leashes, which makes it impossible! Now what about those four wheel bike rental pedal cars. Have you ever followed one down with four young children driving them? Now there’s an accident waiting to happen. Who’s at fault, Peachland? I think it’s the town because they say it’s okay to ride down the middle of the road, and it’s only a matter of time before someone gets run over. How about allowing dog walking on the existing sidewalk, paving in all those stinky pee bushes and painting half the Centennial Walking path green as a dedicated bike lane? This would result in less maintenance, save money, and I’m sure the workers don’t like manicuring the pee-covered bushes. Peachland needs a bike lane down Beach Ave. before someone dies and it’s only a matter of time! Ron Mapson, Peachland

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In Brief VIEW STAFF New act brings B.C.’s information management into digital age A new act aims to modernize B.C.’s approach to information management. Once approved, this new legislation, which will begin to take effect this spring, will replace the Document Disposal Act, which was enacted in 1936. Under this new act, the government will transition to mandatory digital archiving and storage of nearly all of its records. These digital archives will be open to the public and searchable online. The legislation also creates a new chief. The transition is expected to take three years.

Dog license deadline is Feb. 28 The Regional District of the Central Okanagan (RDCO) is reminding dog owners not to leave renewing their pet license to the last day. The end of February is the deadline for dog owners to renew their license for 2015 without a late fee. As of March 1, all license renewals are subject to a late fee of $20. As well, if a dog is found without a current license, the owner will be subject to a $300 fine. Licenses may be renewed or purchased at the RDCO office at 1450 KLO Road, at the dog pound at 860 Weddell Place, each municipal government office and at the Kelowna branch of the SPCA (3785 Casorso Road).

B.C. ranks third in the world for health performance While negative news about the health of Canadians seem to flood news reports, British Columbians are learning that they have something to celebrate. The Conference Board of Canada has ranked the province third in the world for health performance. Marking each province and territory along with 15 peer countries on a grade scale from A to D, the Conference Board gave A ratings to Switzerland, Sweden and British Columbia. B.C. is also the only province in the country to receive an A in the health report card. The report also reveals that British Columbians have such high health outcomes because of their healthier lifestyle choices, such as particularly low daily smoking and drinking rates and the highest population percentage that is physically active during their leisure time, along with the lowest obesity rate in Canada. Out of 11 report card indicators used to measure health performance, B.C. scored four A grades in life expectancy, premature mortality, self-reported health status, and mortality due to cancer. Six B grades were scored in infant mortality, mortality due to heart disease and stroke, self-reported mental health, mortality due to respiratory disease, mortality due to diseases of the nervous system, and suicides.

Assisted suicide law struck down MP DAN ALBAS COMMENTARY

I am often surprised at the number of different events occurring each week that can pose a challenge to provide a summary given the limited space available in my weekly column. One topic that I believe is of interest and concern to all Canadians is the recent Supreme Court ruling striking down Canada’s existing law against assisted suicide. This is without question a subject that many Canadians have very strong feelings about. It is not uncommon as a member of Parliament to hear a diversity of views on subjects of this nature. One such citizen who took the time to contact me has presented some serious concerns that I believe we should all be mindful of. The citizen in question suffers from a very severe physical disability and opposes the legalization of assisted suicide. The reason for this opposition is not based on faith, nor a previous encounter with suicide or hope that a miracle cure will be discovered. The concern from this particular disabled citizen is guilt. As a severely disabled individual, this person relies very heavily on family to serve as specialized caregivers. As many

will know, providing specialized and end of life care for a severely disabled loved one can be a challenging experience. In this case the constituent who contacted me shared a great love and ap-

Dan Albas, MP preciation for family members in making great sacrifices to help them live a better quality of life. The concern of this severely disabled constituent is that legalized suicide would create an easy option for this person to end their own life with the assistance of a willing doctor. This person expressed a strong will to live. They have no desire to die. Where assisted suicide is a concern to this person is over a profound level of guilt.

This guilt comes from the significant ongoing efforts of family members in providing specialized care. As legalized suicide could end the need for that care, by not pursuing suicide this individual would feel intense guilt that they are imposing on loved ones when another option is available. Suffice to say this was a difficult and emotional conversation and I apologize in advance that I am not relaying this concern in the manner it truly deserves. I raise this point today as it illustrates a situation of a severely disabled person who does not wish to die but has admitted the guilt of not pursuing suicide to relieve family members from serving as caregivers potentially would result in a reluctant suicide. This is not a situation I believe any Canadian would welcome and is one we should be mindful of in this discussion. I can also appreciate that there are other situations and different perspectives in this conversation that

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VIEW STAFF A West Kelowna teenager captured the top award in the 2015 HeARTS Festival Literary Competition in Peachland on February 14. Georgia Gibbings was named the winner in the prose and poetry category for Grades 10 to 12. The Mount Boucherie Secondary School student won for an original poem called Aeroplanes. She was awarded a $100 cash prize for her effort. In the short story category for

Grades 10-12, Mount Boucherie Secondary School student Laurel Warner took home the top prize for her story Helpless Eyes, while Constable Neil Bruce Middle School students Reegan Forsyth and Christine Semeniuk took first and second prize, respectively, in the short story category (Grades 7-9) for their entries Escape From Chernobyl and Through Her Eyes. In the Grades 7-9 poetry category, Hannah MacDonald won first place for her piece A Word, A Feeling and Talia Rouck won second place for her poem The In-between.

The rumbling continues above, Louder than before; deafening, almost. No one else is out, locked and shuttered and alien. Above, uniform and singular, An aeroplane flies by; Rattling and scolding its way through the clouds. This wired hulk of metal limbs, Of apical blades and dullish form; It fit in the sky.

Utterly, suddenly—in a moment, Humans were minuscule smudges against a chosen background, Pose, say cheese! move on, forget. Such diversity, such isolation. The night was cold. And lonely. The snow hushed against wet pavement, The moon studious to the sun’s glow, Everyone diminutive, lost beings. With a heavy heart, One which dragged and left, Soggy streaks upon the ground, Tingly toes dipped into boots with bows, Scratchy wool shrugged onto hunched shoulders, A breath, a sigh; ‘perhaps I am sleepwalking.’ Trudged silent to the waiting door. Turned and stood, waiting, for what? For the rumbling to cease. With a soft sorrow, Tired limbs climbed into a tired bed, Which did not stir, When the next aeroplane flew by.

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vice-ambassador and a friendship ambassador (formerly Miss Congeniality). “In many ways, Peachland was a maverick community,” Sarsons continued. “Apparently we were the first in the province to include males, which is a huge feather in our cap I think,” she added.

But Sarsons says the program has more than its unique history to offer. “There are so many things young people can get from the experience of being an ambassador,” she said. Sarsons lists public speaking, education, community involvement and volunteer opportunities as just a few of the program’s assets for local youth.

“When you enroll in the program as a candidate you go through a kind of ambassador boot camp,” she explained. “There are etiquette lessons, a session with the Toastmasters. We even do a lesson with a mechanic. There are a ton of life-skills that kids can get out of the program and the volunteering can be used for credit in school

and it looks good on a resumé when you’re applying for a job or for post-secondary education.” Despite the personal gains that can be gleaned from the experience, Sarson says today’s students just don’t seem to be as interested as they once were. “I know kids are busier now. They have jobs and friends and

school, and being an ambassador is a big commitment but I have seen so much success over the years. I really hate to see the program go.”

The society will hold a recruitment and information session for local youth who might be interested in enrolling on February 24 at 7 p.m. at the Peachland

Community Centre. Potential candidates must be a permanent resident of Peachland and in Grade 10 or 11 and must be age 14 or older.

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LOCAL MUSIC AND ARTS enthusiasts were treated to a performance by the Intimate String Ensemble from the Kelowna School of Music at the Peachland Historic Primary School on February 14, while Valerie Thompson works on her Paris street scene during the Artisans Showcase at 4th Street Place.

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might be enough to make falling and staying asleep easier. Bananas: Much like almonds, bananas provide a substantial amount of magnesium. Bananas also contain the amino acid tryptophan, which many people associate with Thanksgiving turkey. While tryptophan might be most often associated with the sleepiness people feel after eating a holiday meal, it also has been linked to better sleep quality, so a banana shortly before bed might be just what you need to fall and stay asleep. Cheese and crackers: One more traditional snack may

just help you get a better night’s sleep. Cheese and crackers contain tryptophan and carbohydrates, which can induce a better night’s sleep and help you fall asleep sooner. Cherries: Cherries contain the sleep hormone melatonin, and recent studies indicated that participants who drank tart cherry juice on a daily basis fell asleep more quickly and slept longer and better than participants who did not. Hummus: The primary ingredient in hummus is chickpeas, which are loaded with tryptophan, folate and vitamin B6. Folate has proven especially beneficial to older men

and women who need help regulating their sleep patterns, while vitamin B6 helps the body regulate its clock. Peanut butter: Peanut butter is another snacking item loaded with tryptophan. Spread some peanut butter on a carbohydrate, whether it’s a slice of toast or some crackers, before going to bed, and you may enjoy a better, longer sleep. Walnuts: Like cherries, walnuts contain melatonin, which can contribute to a longer, more restful night’s sleep. Walnuts also can help regulate stress, which is a leading cause of sleeping difficulty.

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Alcoholics Anonymous Peachland Fellowship

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WHAT’S ON

UPCOMING EVENTS

MONDAYS

PEACHLAND AMBASSADORS AGM AND RECRUITMENT MEETING

8pm, community centre

FITNESS ROOM 8am-

7-9pm, 50+ Activity Centre.

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

TUESDAYS

TWEEN DROP-IN & MULTI-SPORTS 3-8pm,

INDOOR WALKING

FITNESS ROOM 8am-

YOGA ADVANCED BEGINNERS 8-9am,

8-9am, community centre

SUNDAYS

PICKLEBALL 9:05-

land Wellness Centre. Everyone welcome!

PEACHLAND UNITED SERVICE 10am, United Church

ST. MARGARET’S ANGLICAN CHURCH WORSHIP 10am, St. Margaret’s Anglican Church

11:05am (3.0-4.0), community centre

VARIETY SINGERS

9:30am-noon, 50+ Activity Centre

TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY 9:30am, 50+ Activity Centre

MONDAY MORNING COFFEE 10am – noon, Peachland Wellness Centre

EMMANUEL CHURCH WORSHIP SERVICE

TAI CHI 12-1pm, 50+ Activity Centre

10am, Emmanuel Church, Westbank

NEEDLE ARTS/QUILTING

PEACHLAND BAPTIST SERVICE 10:30 service

1-4pm, 50+ Activity Centre.

PICKLEBALL 1:30-

fellowship 11:30am, 4204 Lake Ave.

3:30pm (Novice), community centre

UKULELE 1pm, 50+

BRIDGE (ALL LEVELS)

Activity Centre. Call 250-767-6574.

2-4pm, 50+ Activity Centre (restarting January 5)

MEAT DRAW 2-4pm,

Royal Canadian Legion Branch #69

FRIENDSHIP TUESDAY/ MOVIE 1-3:30pm, 50+

Activity Centre. PICKLEBALL 1:303:30pm, (3.75-4.5), community centre

Feb. 24, 7pm, community centre. Actively looking for new candidates between the ages of 14 and 17.

JERRY DOBER BREAKFAST 8am-11am, Peach-

SPIN & SCULPT 6:307:45pm, community centre

YOUTH BOXING CLUB

6-8 pm, 4th St Place

WOOD CARVERS CLUB

meet at Peachland Elementary. Ages 9-12 YOUTH DROP-IN 3:308pm, Peachland Youth Centre. Grades 7+ ZUMBA 5:30-6:30pm, community centre

8pm, community centre

FLOW YOGA 9:05-

10:15am, 4th St Place PICKLEBALL 9:0511:05am (3.0-3.5), community centre

PEACHLAND SPARKS AND BROWNIES 5:45-

MID-WEEK STUDY AND CONVERSATION COFFEE

7pm, community centre VOLLEYBALL 7:008:30pm, community centre

9:30am, St. Margaret’s Anglican Church

CARPET BOWLING

10am-noon, 50+ Activity Centre COMPUTER LITERACY 10 am-noon, Peachland Wellness Centre. Call for appointment: 250767-0141.

BRIDGE (EXPERIENCED) 7pm, 50+ Activity Centre

WEDNESDAYS FITNESS ROOM 8am-

8pm, community centre YOGA 8-9am, 50+ Activity Centre. $5 drop-in per class.

FITNESS TRAIL GUIDED TOUR 10am. Call 250-

767-2133 to register for your spot BREASTFEEDING CAFÉ 10 am-noonish, 2nd and last Tuesday, Peachland Wellness Centre AA 12-1pm, 50+ Activity Centre MEN’S COFFEE & CRIB 1-3 pm, Peachland Wellness Centre

INDOOR WALKING

8-9am, community centre PICKLEBALL 9:0510:35am, (1.0-2.75), community centre

AEROBICS AND MORE 9:30-10:30am, 50+ Activity Centre.

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Dawn 250-878-6342

WELLNESS CIRCLE 2nd

CENTRAL OKANAGAN MODEL RAILWAY COMPANY GROUP 7pm, Peachland Museum

THURSDAYS

CHESS 1:15-3:30pm, 50+

FITNESS ROOM 8am-

8pm, community centre

TWEEN DROP-IN

Activity Centre

SUNSHINE SINGERS 1:30pm-2:30pm,

Peachland Wellness Centre

PICKLEBALL 1:303:30pm (3.0-4.0), community centre BRIDGE (ALL LEVELS)

2-4pm, 50+ Activity Centre (restarting January 7)

WORKSHOP WEDNESDAYS 3-4:30pm, Peachland Boys and Girls Club. Ages 9-12.

TWEEN COOKING NIGHT

5-7:30pm, Peachland Boys and Girls Club. Ages 9-12.

SPIN & SCULPT 5:15-

6:30pm, community centre

VINYASA YOGA FLOW

6:45-8:00pm, community centre

LIONS DEN MEETING

7pm. 2nd week: 6th Ave. Police Station. 4th week: community centre. Dan 250-767-9034

E-A-S-Y CORE

MEAT DRAW 4-5pm,

PEACHLAND BOARDWALK 9:30am TAI CHI – PWC 9:30am-

FLOOR HOCKEY 4:30-

11am, United Church Hall

BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT 10am-12pm,

Peachland Wellness Centre

VOLLEYBALL 10am12pm, community centre

IRON AND SILK EXERCISE 10:45am-noon, 50+ Activity Centre

STORYTIME FOR PRESCHOOLERS 11:30am,

Peachland Library. Stories, finger plays, rhymes and fun! From January 15 until May 28.

PEACHLAND ROTARY CLUB MEETING 12pm, Gasthaus Pub

AA 12-1pm, 50+ Activity Centre

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• Support • Training • Payroll • Bookkeeping • Income Tax

Tammie Gilbert, CPB

Decks • Fences • Sheds • Home Renovations • Handyman Services • Framing to Finishing Jeff: 250.300.9822 Mike: 250.899.6609

TWEEN TRIPS 5:308pm, Peachland Boys and Girls Club. Ages 9-12. $5/member/ trip. Pre-registration is required by calling 250767-2515

FRIDAYS FITNESS ROOM 8am-

6pm, community centre

INDOOR WALKING

8-9am, community centre

FLOW YOGA 9:0510:15am, 4th St Place MEN’S COFFEE & CRIB 10am-12pm,

Peachland Wellness Centre

BRIDGE CREATIVE PLAYTIME (0-6 yrs)

10am-noon, community centre

YOGA BEGINNERS 10:3011:30am, 50+ Activity Centre. $5 drop-in per class.

250.767.6521

Tammie@TMGBusinessServices.ca

www.TMGBusinessServices.ca

PICKLEBALL 1:303:30pm, (3.0-3.5), community centre TEA IN THE TRANQUIL ROOM 2pm-2:45pm,

Peachland Wellness Centre

Door To Door

LEGO TIME 3-4pm, Peachland Library. Open to all ages.

provided within Peachland

FUSION FRIDAYS 4-8pm, Peachland Boys and Girls Club. Ages 13+.

Shuttle Service

MEMBER - INSTITUTE OF PROFESSIONAL BOOKKEEPERS OF CANADA

TMG Business Services

5:30pm, 8-10yrs, community centre

ART CLASS 12pm, 50+ Activity Centre

www.bigbosscontracting.com

250.801.3521

MEMBER - INSTITUTE OF PROFESSIONAL BOOKKEEPERS OF CANADA (IPBC)

Royal Canadian Legion Branch #69

LADIES CRIB 1pm-2pm, Peachland Wellness Centre

• Kitchen / Bathroom Renos • Decks & Railings • Windows & Doors • Siding & Rock work • Small Jobs Welcome • FREE ESTIMATES

CERTIFIED PROFESSIONAL BOOKKEEPER

3-5:30pm, meet at Peachland Elementary. Ages 9-12.

9-10:15am, 50+ Activity Centre

renovation & remodeling

C=0 M=0 Y=0 K=100

1:30pm, 50+ Activity Centre

PICKLEBALL 1:303:30pm, (3.75-4.5), community centre

Westside Curb Appeal Inc.

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BEGINNERS’ UKULELE

& 4th Wednesday, 10am-12pm, Peachland Wellness Centre

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PINCUSHION HIKE AND YOGA 9:30am. Call

250-767-6615 Modern Computer Diagnostics • Alignments • Brakes • Tune-Ups • Suspension • Shocks & Struts • Oil Changes • Air Conditioning • Designated Inspection Facility

LADIES SNOOKER 5pm, Royal Canadian Legion Branch #69

SATURDAYS CARPET BOWLING

10am-noon, 50+ Activity Centre

MEAT DRAW 3-5pm,

Call For A Free Quote! • Lawn Care • Planting & Installation • Aeration

Tyler Hilland

• Power Raking • Tree & Shrub Care • Insect & Weed Control

250.878.5811

LawnSharks@shaw.ca

Royal Canadian Legion Branch #69

YOUTH DROP-IN 3-5pm, Peachland Boys and Girls Club. Ages 6-12. YOUTH ZONE 6-9pm, 13+, Peachland Boys and Girls Club. Ages 6-12 3-5pm.

PEACHLAND VIEW

FEBRUARY 20, 2015

HEARTS FESTIVAL

ERIN CHRISTIE

RICHARD SMITH

PAULETTE HURTUBISE, A RECENT arrival from Ottawa, works her magic on one

of her unique quilts during the Pincushion Quilt Guild Open House at the Peachland Community Centre on February 11.

JUDY WYPER READS an excerpt from Writers Unblocked’s recently published anthology during the book’s

official launch and book signing event at the Peachland branch of the Okanagan Public Library on February 11.

Pet of the Week

50+ Activity Centre

Name: Argus Age: Adult Breed: Pit bull terrier cross Argus is a sweet fella who needs a confident owner because of his size and he is somewhat of a dominant boy. He is best suited to a family with older children. If you have a place for Argus, his SPCA Animal ID is 347912.

5672 Beach Avenue, Peachland 250-767-9133 Call for Info

Hearing Evaluation See what’s new in hearing aids. April 13 9 to noon

Music by Nol Preen Dance & Sing-along Irish Dinner at 6:00 pm Dance at 7:00 pm

Tickets $20

Call 250.767.9404 to reserve your appointment

Angee’s Kitchen full menu 11 – 7 Tues.-Sat. and 9 – 7 Sundays

Office Open Mon - Fri, 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.

Annual General Meeting / Potluck February 27 6:00 p.m.

Special Surprise Entertainment! 2015 Membership Fees Due Now! Weekly Activities Art • Chess • Bowling • Bridge • Crafts • Exercise/Yoga • Ukulele

Peachland

Places of Faith St. Margaret’s Anglican Church

Peachland United Church

Peachland Baptist Church

250-767-2206

Find a friendly welcome, good music, great fellowship, Bible messages

4421 4th Street

Grace Lutheran Church 1162 Hudson Road West Kelowna, B.C. 250-769-5685

Sunday Services Contemporary Worship Service 9 a.m.

Traditional Worship Service 10:30 a.m.

February 22nd, 2015

Sunday Worship 10 a.m. Tuesday Morning

9:30 a.m. Study, Coffee & Conversation Office Hours 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Monday to Friday

Rev. Robin Graves

Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Ages 2 thru to Grade 6 www.gracelutherankelowna.com

4th Street & Brandon Ave

250-767-3131 www.stmargaretspeachland.org

“Let Us Worship Together”

”“Stick People”

4204 Lake Avenue

Special Guest:

Sunday School: 9:30 am

Don Richmond

Sunday Morning Worship: 10:30 am

9 am - Worship Service & Sunday School 11 am - Worship Service with Kids Church

Fellowship Coffee: 11:30 a.m.

Located at:

2600 Hebert Road

West Kelowna 250.768.7638 emmanuelnet.ca

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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