Peachland April 8, 2011 Peachland, BC Volume 07 | Number 14
The gang of the Central Okanagan Railway Co. invite the public to come and view their model railway every Saturday at the Peachland Centre mall from 12 to 4 pm. The CORC formed in 1994 and currently has 14 members.
The gang of the Central Okanagan Railway Co.
Group fundraisers in the past include collecting donations for the Peachland Food Bank for Christmas, and last year they presented a $500 bursary to an Okanagan College student. Today, they are working together with the Peachland and West Kelowna Boys and Girls Club on building a separate model railway, constructed with wood and hardware donated by Home Depot. Track, wiring, electronics and trains for the project are provided by the CORC. Upon completion, the scenic railway and trains will be donated to the Boys and Girls Club clubhouse. Pictured at back, left to right, are: John Green, Dave Winter, Arnold Stoffer and John Ritman. At front, left to right, are: Kitt Carson, Ernie Bradley and John Meeson. Photo by Cindy Fortin
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A portion will also go to on the ice, and it own is again, great toasbeweable to have Once throughout again, wehistory, have upgrade some gym equipment, and further theirdone skills in the as gymnasium done throughout history, a substantial chunk will go toward a with some dry There were smiles ourrocks. Armed Forces will step our Forces much needed new sound system for the on their faces they wentwill to step the up when toArmed protect those who are to protect who are school, for which the students and PAC rink, and I up know this willthose continue in being slaughtered by the being slaughtered by the have already been activity fundraising. our gym.“ forces of dictators. As usual, forces of dictators. 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Silverland rides through Peachland in support of SOS Children’s Villages By Eric Hall Special to The Peachland View Tana Silverland arrived in Canada as a new immigrant wanting to make a difference. Having worked on behalf of the SOS Children’s Villages in England, she made a plan to help raise money for the same charity here in Canada. She is cycling across Canada from west to east using an Ice adventure trike (a sit-on threewheeler bicycle). Silverland estimates that the journey will take two-and-a-half years. On Saturday she arrived in Peachland and was met by Shane Moritz riding his regular two-wheel bicycle. Members of the Peachland Rotary were at the Gasthaus waiting to greet Silverland. Councillor Jean Fraser was on hand as acting mayor. SOS Children’s Villages is a charity that helps orphaned children and is currently raising more than $80,000 $25,000 Our Goal $20,000
for children in 500 villages across 132 countries. The organization was started in Austria in 1949, after WWII created so many orphans. Silverland has experienced some Canadian winter weather that has made her ride a difficult one, but she says that the friendships made on route are making it all worthwhile. The more places she visits, the more she feels like a true Canadian. Here in Peachland, Wolfgang Muhs, a member of the Peachland Rotary, and his wife Doris, helped with the arrangements for Silverland’s visit. “We are happy to have an opportunity to welcome Tana Silverland to our community and I am proud of the work done by SOS Children’s Villages,” said Muhs. Silverland has a blog at http://tanasilverland.wordpress.com where she records her travels and adventures. For more information on SOS Children’s Villages visit www.soschildrensvillages.ca.
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The Peachland Lions Charity Golf fundraising campaign is well down the fairway with the green in sight. So far, they have raised $11,600 of their $25,000 goal. The proceeds will go toward Camp Winfield, a camp for children with disabilities. Don’t miss getting a spot in the golf tournament, which will take place on May 1st at the Summerland Golf & Country Club. Teams and individuals are welcome! For more information on tournament registration, or where to purchase raffled tickets to support the event, you can call Eldon at 250.767.0330 or Lynne at 250.767.6225.
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Editor’s Perspective
Go Canucks go! By Cindy Fortin Editor ∙ peachlandview@shaw.ca The Vancouver Canucks pulled it off! While it has been an unusually cold start to spring this year, I promise you that he(double-hockey sticks) did not freeze over. With only a couple of games left to wrap up the NHL regular season before the start of the playoffs, the Canucks are already hoisting the President’s Trophy. This honour is presented to the team with the best record in the league in the regular season. Yes, the Canucks! This is huge for two reasons. One, because it means they had the greatest number of points in the entire National Hockey League, which consists of some 30 teams from across North America. (Only 1/5 of those teams, six, are Canadian.) The second reason is…Well, they’re the Canucks! I have been a steadfast Canuck fan since the early 1980s, -- since the days of bone-crushing Howard Snepsts and Tiger Williams--, (yes, I said Tiger Williams, not Woods), and despite some less than stellar years, I have always been a never-say-die Vancouver cheerleader. I have a Canuck t-shirt, Canuck flags, Canuck pucks, mugs, drinking glasses, the waving “We-are-numberone!” foam fan hands, a photo of me standing next to the coveted Stanley Cup, a 1980s “King Richard” Brodeur hockey card, and other team paraphernalia. However, being a longstanding, all-weather fan, I am well aware of their history of disappointments. Clenching a berth in the playoffs is not something new for the team, progressing to the semi-finals and Cup final is rare. And I worry, like many fans, if they can do it. The Canucks suffer from a serious condition called: “Canuckosis”. Canuckosis: “The mental determination to achieve goodness, but never greatness; the fortitude to bore through the regular season to the playoffs, then lose momentum and fizzle out; the mindset of settling for a playoff berth, but lacking faith in one’s ability to carry home the Cup.” A good case-in-point is their loss to the bottom-of-theWestern Conference Oilers last Saturday, 4 to 1. Not the playoffs yet, but a poor showing, nonetheless. There is also the dreaded “curse” of the President’s Trophy for the Canucks to contend with. The President’s Trophy was introduced in the 198586 season. Only seven of the 28 teams who won the trophy went on to bring home the Cup. Two lost in the finals. In the 2008-09 the San Jose Sharks not only did not bring home the cup, but also failed to win a single playoff round! The same thing happened with the Washington Capitals in 2009-10. But statistics are just that…statistics. We tend to focus on the down side, rather than the successes. Let’s focus on which President’s Trophy holders went onto claim the Stanley Cup. They are: Edmonton Oilers (1986-87); Calgary Flames (1988-89) New York Rangers (1993-94); Dallas Stars (1998-99) Colorado Avalanche (2000-01) Detroit Red Wings (2001-02); and Detroit Red Wings (2007-08).The President’s Trophy also means some $350,000 in bonuses, and the winner gets home-ice advantage for all four rounds of the Stanley Cup playoffs, provided they advance that far. Of course, there are those who feel that playoff homeice advantage is no advantage at all.
Peachland Views Something needs to be done for the lonely dog Dear Neighbour, We all know spring, sunshine, and the enticement of our decks are calling us toward outdoors. I myself am so looking forward to my yard. I have three indoor/outdoor cats; each are explorers as well as hunters. I am hopeful they are not much of a bother to my neighbours. They are neutered/spade and do not spray their scents. There are many dogs in our neighbourhood, and everyone is great at cleaning after them. The barking however is becoming quite bothersome. While I do realize that people have to work and leave their pets
alone, I have difficulty watching a pet, day after day, in a fenced yard, just begging and wanting affection. This particular dog barks all day long. I am not liking the noise through my closed windows at 7 am. When it gets warmer, I love airing my home and listening to the multiple birds, crickets, and what little traffic we encounter. I don't like complaining but, there just has to be something done to stop the poor lonely dogs' boredom. Sincerely, Your Neighbour Sandy
Peek into the past Our mystery girl took this photo of Sunnyside Market in 1908. At that time it was called Morrin & Thompson store, which had also been a business in the mining town of Phoenix, near Greenwood BC. Maybe they moved their business to the mining town of Peachland? The section with the three windows was built first, and the section with the two windows added later. About this time a new buyer arrived, Alf Town, who bought the business, renaming it: A. TOWN STORE, in subsequent photos from 1909. Note the awning used in the summer, the boardwalk in front and the hitching posts for horses.
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Peachland Views Youth writer is frustrated nothing to do in Peachland Dear Editor; I am 12 years old, and my name is Nathan Froehlich. I live here in Peachland, and I am so frustrated that there is nothing for my age group. It’s all for young families and toddlers and like seven year olds. That’s awesome for little kids too, but…well, I think it’s time for some general change! Every other town in Canada has a curling rink, and a skate park, and something for youth other than soccer or baseball! And something for kids who otherwise couldn’t afford to play sports or do something fun in Peachland. And the curling rink idea is awesome! Kudos to who ever had the idea in the first place. And why not make a new bowling alley? I’m sure you would make lots of money of it, and people would have lots of fun, and it makes lots of new job opportunity! Conspicuously, because of the bad economy, maybe even like go karts. Lots of kids love them, even adults. It’s about time for some change! There’s nothing to do in winter. If we made like a FREE ski and snowboard club you would have lots of people especially kids. And if kids had a vote about what’s happening to THEIR FUTURE! I’m sure if it were that way I wouldn’t even be writing this. And their future, including mine, is Continued from Page 4...
being chosen by the last generation. There is no skate park in town and we have lots of skaters. This town probably wouldn’t have as much bad stuff, more good stuff. And I know for a fact I’m not the only kid in Peachland that feels the same way, I promise you. Everything in Peachland is for senior citizens! You know what happened when my dad was a kid? The curling rink burned down. Guess what we built? A senior center. Tell me we aren’t focused on senior citizens. It sometimes makes me want to move out of Peachland! And I have lived here since day 1 of my life and my Dad has lived here for 44 years and hasn’t seen much change. And, no, that development didn’t make opportunity
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Go Canucks go! According to NHL broadcaster Darren Eliot, “This lack of success is because the style of competition in the playoffs is different from the regular season. Instead of playing different teams every night, the President’s Trophy winner needs to advance through four best-of-seven playoff series against clubs that might have a hotter goaltender, a better defensive team, or other players that pose match-up problems.” True. But I still think it’s better to start a bestof-seven match with the home crowd cheering you on. To be honest, I think maybe this will be the Canuck’s year. (The fact that I have my fingers crossed behind my back means nothing.) And before I forget… kudos to the Sedin brothers. Daniel is NHL point leader, while Henrik is only a handful of points behind. Those two Canuck players alone, deserve to bring home the Cup. Go Canucks go!
for kids, like they said it would, they promised an aqua centre, but yet they didn’t even have a permit! Like at least build a huge gymnastics gym and play cube and rock climbing wall like at the Energy Plex, like in Kelowna, by the Grand 10. Something so that when I go away and someone asks me where I live; I want to tell them I live in a fun town with lots of stuff for the youth. Well, frankly, I haven’t been, because if I said that, it would be a lie. Why don’t we start focusing on youth! The FUTURE OF PEACHLAND. Nathan Froehlich, Peachland
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Recreation Report
Easter egg hunt and party By Cheryl Wiebe Director of Community Services, District of Peachland No season is complete without a great family event to get the community together and have fun. Join the recreation staff on Good Friday (April 22) for a hopping good time. There will be arts and crafts, bunny games, bouncy castle and the wiggliest ear
creation. Of course, no Easter celebration is complete without an Easter Egg Hunt. This family event is $15/family. Preregistration by April 18 is required. For more information view the Spring/ Summer Recreation Guide online at www. peachland.ca or visit the community centre for your copy. For program registration and other information on recreation services, call 250-767-2133.
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FRIDAY APRIL 08 Royal Canadian Legion - Fish & Chip Dinner 1730 hrs. Waterfront Grill and Pizzeria - Live entertainment, info. 250-767-3255 50+ Activity Centre - Art Classes, 1 pm Men’s Coffee Club PWC - 10 am
SATURDAY APRIL 09 Royal Canadian Legion - Eye Opener Steak N Eggs for $6.50, 10 am to 1 pm Royal Canadian Legion - Meat Draw, 1500 hrs. Royal Canadian Legion - Jayson Bendera entertaining with a saxophone guest, 1930 hrs. 50+ Activity Centre - Carpet Bowling, 10 am
APRIL 10 Jerry Dober Sunday Breakfast Peachland Wellness Centre, 8 - 11 am, for $ 5.75, info. 250-767-0141
Peachland Half Marathon & Spring 10K - volunteers are needed on Sunday, April 17. Info. 250-767-2133.
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
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APRIL 12
APRIL 13
Take Off Pounds Sensibly - 50+ Activity Centre, 9:30 am, info. 1-800932-8677 or Doreen at 250-767-2132 Peachland Quilters 50+ Activity Centre, 1 - 4 pm Ladies Coffee - PWC, 10 am Wood Carving - 50+ Activity Centre, 7 pm Royal Canadian Legion - Euchre, 7 pm
Carpet Bowling - 50+ Activity Centre, 10 am Royal Canadian Legion - Darts, 7 pm Tai Chi - PWC, 6 pm Computer Literacy - PWC, 10 am Photography Classes - PWC, 10 am Lions Den Meeting - Community Policing Station, 7 pm AA at Noon - 50+ Activity Centre,
MONDAY
50+ Activity Centre - Tia Chi, 1:30 pm
Peachland Quilters 50+ Activity
TUESDAY APRIL 12 Wood Carving - 50+ Activity Centre, 7 pm Royal Canadian Legion - Euchre, 7 pm 50+ Activity Centre - Tia Chi, 1:30 pm
SUNDAY
Peachland Literary (Writers) Club - if you are a writer who is intersted in joining a Peachland Literary (Writers) Club in order to share and practice your writing skill contact Judy Wyper at wyper@telus.net or call 250-767-3002.
Peachland Quilters 50+ Activity Centre, 1 - 4 pm Peachland Bridge Club - 50+ Activity Centre, 7 pm, info. 250-7676407
WEDNESDAY APRIL 13 Westside Toastmasters - Lakeview Heights Community Center, West Kelowna, 7 - 9 pm Peachland Lions Club meeting, 7 pm, at the Lions Den, info. 250-767-9034 Yoga - 50+ Activity Centre 1:30 pm Caregiver Support Program Peachland Wellness Centre, 1 pm Peachland Baptist Church Gym Night - Kids from Kindergarten - Grade 6, Peachland Community Centre, 7 pm
Wellness Circle, - PWC, 10 am Royal Canadian Legion, Liver & Onions Dinner Chess - 50+ Activity Centre, 1 pm Wellness Circle - PWC, 10 am CO Model Railway Company Group Peachland Museum, 7 pm
THURSDAY APRIL 14 Line Dancing - 50+ Activity Centre, 9 am Bereavement Support Group - PWC, 10 am Iron & Silk Exercise - 50+ Activity Centre, 11 am Bingo - 50+ Activity Centre, 6:45 pm AA at Noon - 50+ Activity Centre, noon Tai Chi - PWC, 9:30 am Girls Club - Peachland Baptist Church, 7 pm
Royal Canadian Legion- Pasta Dinner
Would you like to feature your event in the Peachland View’s weekly Calendar of Events? Please call 250.767.7771 or email peachlandview@shaw.ca.
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The Peachland Variety Singers will be celebrating its 35th year with a special concert "I Believe in Springtime," to take place this Sunday, April 10, at 2 pm at the 50+ Activity Centre. Photo contributed.
Local choir celebrates 35th anniversary Submitted by Phyllis Papineau Special to the Peachland View The Peachland Variety Singers will be celebrating its 35th year with a special concert Sunday, April 10. The program, “I Believe In Springtime”, includes popular music from Broadway to gospel tunes and is guaranteed to have the audience tapping their toes. Over the years the group has ranged from 30 to 50 members made up of singers from Peachland and West Kelowna. In that time, the Variety Singers have taken on more challenging music by composers such as John Rutter, who wrote their first concert piece, “I Believe In Springtime”, in eight-part harmony. Earlier this year, the choir presented a Valentine’s Day mini-concert as part of the Spirit Festival. At that time the audience was invited to attend the April 10 concert and hear how the love songs sound after six more weeks of rehearsals. After the concert, most of the choir will be travelling to Harrison Hot Springs to take part in the Senior Chorfest workshop and gala concert in Chilliwack April 13-16. As part of Peachland’s cen-
tennial celebration, the Variety Singers hosted the 2009 BC Senior Chorfest. This was the first time a small community had sponsored the event, thus inspiring Harrison Hot Springs to take on the 2011 Chorfest. Besides two concerts a year, the Peachland Variety Singers sing at municipal events, such as Civic Awards Night, Canada Day and the Christmas LightUp. For many years they have shared their music in nursing homes and hospitals. Choral music has proven to be a healthy pursuit, a left brain/right brain exercise, so besides having a lot of fun and bringing pleasure to others, the choir is doing something for its own well-being. The Peachland Variety Singers is open to anyone who enjoys music. Rehearsals are Monday at 9:45 am and the fee is a $15 membership in the Activity Centre. The choir will resume on September. 12. The public is invited to help its local choir celebrate this special anniversary on Sunday, April 10 at 2 pm in the 50+ Activity Centre. Admission is by donation and choir members will serve a spectacular tea after the concert.
Peachland through Tania’s Eyes
Great Prizes Saturday, April 16 @ 7 pm Peachland Community Centre
Anita
Peachland Wellness Centre (PWC) presents its 10th Anniversary Fundraiser Extravaganza
What’s New? 60 outfits from Active Wear and Smart Casual to Glitzy with models from: Chico’s Paradise, Coconut Joes, Lanai, Marks Work Wearhouse, MoDot, On Beach Boutique, Sass, TipTops and Torino.
A First!
Male Models
Men’s fashions represented for the very first time will be introduced by: Mayor Keith Fielding, Steve Allison, Terry Condon, Jeff Davies, Bud Day, Dr. Phil Kachinoski, Trevor Krentz, Chris Scowen, Tim Stubbert, and Grant Topham.
“Let me entertain you” Anita, of Karaoke and MADames fame and Grant Eisworth,of the noted Blues Brothers Too, will perform as seen here,dazzling the audience, while strolling down the red carpet.
Lots of Sur(PRIZES)! Great Door Prizes - Three Super Raffle Prizes - Vendor tables featuring accessories, plus a cash bar & free “appies”. Wow!
April showers at Heritage Park Amateur photographer and Peachland resident, Tania Simpson, started photography in 2007 and immediately found a passion for it. She chronicles the seasons, the people, and the wildlife of Peachland in almost daily photos of the area. View more at flickr.com/photos/ taniaseyes. The View will be publishing a weekly look at Peachland, through Tania’s eyes.
All the above for just $25. Come and join in the fun!
Grant
Tickets may be purchased at: On Beach Boutique, Chamber of Commerce, Fitness Club & Health Bar, Rocky J’s and the Peachland Wellness Centre.
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“Footprints” – a native experience Article Submitted To the Peachland View Peachland residents are in for a very different experience next Saturday when they will be able to see a wonderful display at the 4th Street Place. Open from 10 am till 8pm, the whole building will feature displays by performers, artists and crafters in a celebration of First Nations culture, part of Arts & Culture week in Peachland. Admission is by donation. “Peachland does not have a native presence in the community, and I’d like this to be a way to bridge the gap and let everyone see what rich and diverse talents there are in the first nations population,” said organizer Shirley Hildebrand. “I feel it’s important to ensure that our traditions are preserved.” Exhibitors from West Kelowna, Merritt, Kelowna and Mission will be travelling to Peachland for this show. Though the public may enjoy all the displays from 10 am on, the official opening by Mayor Keith Fielding will be at noon, followed by an opening prayer. Special entertainment featuring story telling, drumming, singing and dancing will be ongoing from 3 pm, with a Mini Pow-Wow from 6 to 7:30 pm. Eight different displays will feature crafts such as carving, beadwork, jewellery, and leatherwork of purses and moccasins, and the making of pine chests. Noted Indian artist Dennis Weber, well-known for his drawings and paintings, will be in attendance with some of his work.
Shirley Hildebrandt performs a special ceremonial dance. Photo by Chris Hildebrandt.
For a different type of refreshment, try the native tacos and bannock at the booth set up by the folks from the Kekuli Café in West Kelowna. These unique native foods will be available from 11:30 am to 7:30 pm. The whole day promises to be an enjoyable experience for everyone. Drop by on Saturday, April 9, between 10 am to 8 p.m. at 4th St. Place. Admission by donation.
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From the Den‌ Lions know what Lions do By Lion Dan Rouleau President, Peachland Lions Lions know what Lions do. An example of our service philosophy is “Never give less than you can because you never know how much the other person needsâ€?. The Peachland Lions Club has always shown this type of passion, as we’re all about community and you build your community by making sure that all the components are working properly. Serving in our community of Peachland is the way we can make a difference. Right now Peachland Lions, in partnership with Summerland Lions Club, are aggressively preparing for our 13th Annual Golf Tournament on May 1st at the Summerland Golf & Country Club. The monies we raise from this tournament this year will go to Camp Winfield in Lake Country to support programs and camperships for handicapped kids. Last year we raised $13,300.00 for Camp Agar, a new camp being built west of Summerland for youth and adults with handicaps to enjoy year round outdoor programs and activities. Our clubs are still seeking sponsorships, as well as silent auction and golfer prizes. Donations can be made through Eldon (250-767-0330), Lynne (250767-6225), or Rob (250-767-9332). The entry fee this year is $90. for 18 holes (shotgun start) of golf, dinner and prizes, and of course toss in some fun. What better way to spend a day and help a charity! This year Westjet has again donated two tickets to anywhere they y, as our fundraiser is for the “kidsâ€?. These are being rafed off and tickets are one for $5 or three for $10 and can be purchased from any Lions member, Valley First Credit Union or Johnson-Meyer Insurance. Peachland Lions are happy to welcome Steve Sweeney as a new member to our club. Steve transferred from the North Delta Lions as he and his wife Shelley have recently retired to Peachland from the coast. Shelley has attended the last few meetings and our club is planning to install her as a new member later this month. A big welcome to both of you! Our club meets every second Tuesday of the month at 7 pm in our Den (basement of the Policing Station) and the fourth Wednesday of the month at 7 pm in the Community Centre for our dinner meeting. Visitors are always welcome to join us to see what we do as a service club. For information or to arrange a visitation with our club call Dan at 250-767-9034 or e-mail me at dtrouleau@shaw.ca. Better yet, please drop by our table at this years Trade Show April 9th and 10th or visit us at this years Volunteer Fair April 13th from 6-8:30 pm. Peachland Lions.......Making a difference in our community of peachland.
Peachland Lions 13th Annual Charity Golf Tournament Purchase your raffle ticket now. Call Eldon at 250-767-0330 or Lynne at 250-767-6225
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Fibremedics Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning
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250-769-4557 or 250-863-7521
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“A Leap of Faith?”`
“Spring cleaning… What is the top priority?” By Pastor John Rankin Peachland Baptist Church I think spring has finally arrived! It’s not snowing anymore and the birds are singing. A couple of weeks ago, our son phoned from Toronto and said that he was still getting snow there. It was a beautiful warm day here, and I told him the snow was finally finished. I was wrong! It snowed overnight and the ground was covered -- at least, up the hill a bit where we live. But all of that is just a distant memory. Or, at least, I am trying to make it one. I have traded my snow shovel for a rake and am eagerly looking for some green grass buried beneath the leaves and branches. It’s time again for spring cleaning, out with the old and in with the new, hoping that everyone will notice how good things look. But this is not the most important cleaning we will ever do. In fact, fall, and then winter, will come again, guaranteed. The grass will wither and the flowers will fall and the snow will return to bury them yet again. Now don’t let that discourage you, it’s just to remind you and me that there is something that needs to be cleaned that is of far more importance. And no, it is not your car, or your teeth, or anything that you can see, but it is your heart. I’m not talking about your physical heart, I’m talking about your soul, the part of you that is often neglected and forgotten, but is of the utmost importance. We often forget about those things that we can’t see, but Jesus said that our heart, our morals, our motives is what He will judge when we meet Him face-to-face. There is a special promise in the Bible to those who keep their hearts clean and pure. In His sermon on the mount, Jesus pronounced eight beatitudes, which is Latin for blessings, on those who were citizens of His spiritual kingdom. The sixth blessing mentioned in Matthew 5:8 says, “Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God.” What an amazing promise! They will see Him face-to-face, and no longer through a dark glass, but will see Him as He is and delight in Him forever! Who will see Him? Only those with a clean heart. But how then can I get a clean heart?
In Psalm 51:10 King David wrote this prayer to God, “Create in me a clean heart, O God, and renew a right spirit within me.” David knew that he was a sinner, and was reminded of the horrible things he had done (adultery, murder), and he knew that there was nothing he could do to make it right, to make it clean, to make the guilt go away. He had no power in and of himself to change his sinful ways, to wash away his sins, and make them as white as snow, but he knew who could. He knew that the God, who made his heart, could also change it, and make it new, and that is what he desperately wanted. He was so tired of feeling miserable and depressed, and wanted to know the joy of His salvation. What should he do? God’s word clearly tells us. I John 1:9 says, “If we confess our sins He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.” Is that all a person has to do is confess their sins? No, they must confess that they are a sinner and in need of a Savior, and believe in Jesus Christ who is the only one who can
save them (John 14:6). Romans 10:9 says, “If you confess with your mouth, and believe in your heart that God raised Him (Jesus) from the dead, you will be saved, for it is with your heart that you believe and are justified (forgiven, acquitted), and it is with your mouth that you confess and are saved.” Confession then, cannot just be lip service, but you must really mean it, and turn from your sinful ways, and if so, you will have a new heart, a clean one, one that is no longer bogged down in sin, but now a servant of the most high God. And that is why you will see Him, because you love Him and want to please Him. What pleasure can an unclean heart take in the vision of a Holy God? Just as God cannot endure to look upon the sin of a heart that has not been cleansed. Have you done your spring cleaning yet? Don’t worry, there is still lots of time. Have you done your heart cleaning yet? Don’t wait another minute. It is the top priority, for today is the day of salvation.
Peachland’s Health Professionals Dentists
Pharmacy
Massage Therapist
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
Peachland Dental Centre
Peachland Pharmacy
Function Massage Therapy
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St. Margaret’s Anglican Episcopal Church
4405 2nd Street,, Peachland V0H 1X7
Peachland United Church 4421 4th Street
Sunday, April 10, 2011
Sunday Worship 10:00 am Morning Prayer Tuesdays - 9:30 am Office Hours 9:30 - 11:30 am Monday to Friday
The Rev. Canon Sue Mayoss-Hurd Interm Priest, Rev. Canon Jim Kidell 4th Street & Brandon Ave
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Elisa Messer, RMT
“The Grand Finale” Derrick Hamre, Lead Pastor Peachland Campus 11:00 am - Worship Service at Peachland Elementary School (with Kids Church) 7:00 pm - Dessert Night at Westbank Campus with Mike & Castina Pennington for CityLights Church 2600 Hebert Road, West Kelowna 250.768.7638 emmanuelnet.ca
767-2206
“Let Us Worship Together”
Centennial Celebration Coming Sept. 2-4, 2011 Office Hours - Tue, Wed, Thur 9:30 am - 2:00 pm Hall rental contact Doreen 767-2132
Sunday Morning Service 10:00 am Rev. Elaine Diggle
Beach Ave Medical Clinic Walk-In
Female Physician Available. Call for Bookings:
250-767-3432 Open Mon-Fri 9am to 5pm Closed Weekends
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Peachland Baptist Church Children & Adult Sunday School 9:45 am Church Servies 11:00 am Children Church During Service Pastor: John Rankin Join Us For: Good Music Bible Messages Great Fellowship
www.peachlandbaptist.com 4204 Lake Avenue
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PEACHLAND RESIDENTS ASSOCIATION Thursday April 14 Little School House-4th St. Following Community Conversation on Water.
Single family bungalow, 3 BR, 2 bath, dble attached garage, walking distance to lake & amenities. Min. 12 mth lease,$1600/mo +DD, utilities. Ph (403)461-5041.
For Rent Available immediately, 2 bedroom suite; $850 including utilities and Internet; $500 damage deposit required; 250-212-4401
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BARGAIN BIN SALE • Good clean clothing • Household items We accept donations on days that we are open.
Please do not drop off any donations while we are closed.
WANTED For Rent Looking to rent garage space year round for storage of vehicle & motorcycle. Ideal storage location would be Eagle View in Peachland or anywhere in the town of Peachland. Call 1-306222-7250.
Partial house, upper floor, main entranceway and garage; over 1200 sq. ft.; 2 bedrooms, hardwood and ceramic tile floors; lakeview; available May 13; $1200/month; phone 250-8596597 or peachand4rent@hotmail.ca
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Time to clean out the beds and do some trimming and pruning? Call Scott at “The Yard Guies” 250-3170721. I’ll work with you or have “Snip, Grip & Rip” do the work for you.
Peachland visual artist and teacher is looking to collaborate with locall B&B and vine yard to create a wondrful holiday experience for national and international art students here: Susanne at 778-479-3499 or wwwgobcca/suda
20 years experience No job too small Including drywalling & texturing ceilings Fully licensed, insured & W.C.B. Call Eric 250.767.2593
R. Brown Electrical Electrical & Electronics Installation, Maintenance, Service Residential, Commercial, Industrial Licensed & Bonded Solutions for your electrical needs. Peachland.....250-863-5180
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Sparrowhead Music Private lessons for drums, conga, djembe and ukulele. All ages and levels welcome! Great recording rates in our new 24-track analog studio! Located in Peachland! sparrowhead@shaw.ca 250-5758757
Cleaning Services Cabins to Castles - Great cleaning, no hassles. Housekeeping, cleaning, office or yardwork, move-ins & moveouts, weekly, bi-weekly or monthly appointments. Experienced & reliable. Michelle 250-826-6285
Painting Services Interior/Exterior, new construction or repaint. Ceilings, walls & woodwork. Call G.C. Contracting for a Free Estimate. 250-767-2701
IN THE ESTATE OF JAMES ALLAN RESCH DECEASED, LATE OF PEACHLAND,WHO DIED FEB 14, 2011 TAKE NOTICE that all persons having claims upon the estate of the above named must file with the undersigned Exucutrix by the 8th of April 2011 a full statement of their claims and of securities held by them Leanne Resch Executrix 6009 Ellison Ave Peachland, BC V0H 1X4
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Don’t miss the Business 2 Consumer Expo this weekend! By Darlene Hartford Business 2 Consumer Expo promises many new attractions this year and a fun-filled weekend for all. World of Wheels will display autos and trailers at the Primary School parking lot and invite everyone to a sing-along and campfire after the doors close at 5 pm on Saturday. If you’re a musician bring your instrument; if not, bring your singing voice and expect a good time from 6 pm on. Bat guano for all your plants will be available at Peachland Bats booth, along with the chance for prizes, t-shirts and bat houses. Patrick Barton is a member of BC Toy Makers Society and is fondly
known as The Peachland Elf. Patrick has graciously built and donated over 200 toys for the Salvation Army and Children’s Rehab Centre in Vancouver at Christmas. Orders will be taken at Business 2 Consumer Expo for Patrick’s bat houses at $75 each to cover costs. View the detailed houses at Booth #19 and participate in the Peachland Bats guessing game to win your very own bat house donated by Barton. Pat also requires donations of white glue and sandpaper to continue his generous work for children at Christmas. These items can be dropped off at the Peachland Bats booth. Also try the ATV Teeter-Totter sponsored by Okanagan ATV Tours and Valley Moto Sport, and find out
the latest about upcoming Zip Zone Adventures. Both Ponderosa Golf and Summerland Golf & Country Club will test your golf skills outdoors, while cardiovascular screening by Synergy Worldwide and spinal screening by Health in Hand Chiropractic takes place indoors. Check out Usborne Books for kids and the newest landscaping techniques by Westside Curb Appeal, Lush Mountain Landscaping, and Blade to Blade. Don’t forget to bring those antiques for a free appraisal by Resale Vintage and Western Star Auctions. All these events will be happening on Saturday, April 9 from 10 am to 5 pm, and Sunday, April 10, from 10 am to 4 pm. The first 50 guests through the doors on Sunday receive a gift too. See you at Business Expo!
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862-0567
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Topline exTeriors lTd. • Roofing • New • Re-Roofs • Repairs
Jeff Webster 250-212-0781
• Siding • Soffit • Facia • Gutters
Bob Fummerton 250-681-4014
Serving Peachland for 15+ Years
Interior and Exterior Renovations
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Kitchen and Bathroom Remodels Complete Basement Renovations Framing, Flooring, Painting & Trim Decks, Fences and Landscaping Handyman Services Small jobs welcome
Call George, 250.801.2840
Cee George Contracting
*Located in Peachland *Licensed and Insured
250.801.2840
Blade to Blade Lawn & Yard Maintenance Lawn Mowing Spring Clean-Ups Pruning Aerating/De-Thatching Fertilizing Residential, Strata, Commercial Serving Peachland for 6 years Certified Pesticide/Herbicide Applicator Horticulture Certificate Book your Pruning or Spring-Clean Up before April 1st and receive 15% Off!
Ben Nichol
862-0567
Free Estimates
Blade to Blade Lawn & Yard Maintenance Lawn Mowing Spring Clean-Ups Pruning Aerating/De-Thatching Fertilizing Residential, Strata, Commercial Serving Peachland for 6 years Certified Pesticide/Herbicide Applicator Horticulture Certificate Book your Pruning or Spring-Clean Up before April 1st and receive 15% Off!
Ben Nichol
862-0567
Free Estimates
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Around Peachland
Horses “Monster”, left, and “Little” get closeup and personal at their paddock on Vernon Avenue in Peachland. The pair belong to Shay Sutherland. Photo by Chris Passmore
Foot loose and fancy free. An unidentified 75 year-old male customer received the first pedicure of his lifetime from Amanda Hill at Serendipity Salon & Day Spa. Photo by Constance Roth
It is now officially spring as Peachland resident Jerry Pokorny is in the process of building a new walkway in his front yard. Photo by Constance Roth.
Wyatt Dyck, left, enjoyed a spin on a hot red fire truck pedal car at the Rotary clock last weekend, while Macie Dyck gave a replica Kubota tractor a try. The pedal cars are only two of several to be raffled off or given away at the 14th Annual World of Wheels this May long weekend. The hugely popular classic and antique car event is on Sunday, May 22nd. Photo by Kerry Martinson.
Ernie Sarsons, left, and son, Ernie Jr., sold daffodils and pins for the Canadian Cancer Society outside the Peachland Centre mall last Saturday. April is Daffodil Month for the Cancer Society. Cut daffodils can be purchased for $5 a bunch, pins are available for a minimum $1 donation. They can be found at A & W, The Blind Angler, Rocky J’s, Bliss Bakery, Peachland Pharmacy, the Chamber of Commerce, and the liquor store at Big E’s. Photo by Cindy Fortin.
Signs of spring. A cherry tree in Chris Passmore’s front yard on Clements Crescent is starting to bud. Can’t wait for those cherries! (And more sunshine.) Photo by Chris Passmore.
Peachland Baptist Church members Maria (left) and Pastor John Rankin along with Sharon Hallberg picked up garbage along Harold’s Walkway adjacent Hwy. 97 as part of the 20 Minute Makeover for the official kickoff to Community Clean-Up month. Photo by Constance Roth
This suspicious looking character purchased a bunch of daffodils from Shelagh Sarsons last Saturday in front of Bliss Bakery, in support of the BC Cancer Foundation’s Daffodil month. Rumour is his name is Kerry Martinson and he does this Blues Brothers Too gig when out on day parole. (Just kidding. About the day parole.) Photo by Jean Saul.
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The Cody Sisters! For all your mortgage needs...
CURRENT RATE SPECIALS
April 8, 2011
LOCATION
3yr fixed rate 3.42% 3yr variable (Prime -0.75%) 2.25% 5yr fixed rate 3.89%
Some conditions apply. Rates may change at any time.
4035 Ponderosa Place
Let us negotiate for your best mortgage! 3936 Beach Ave - Location, Location, Location-Semi waterfront on Beach Avenue in beautiful historic Peachland. 2 bdrms, 2 bthrms, F/P/ carport, fenced corner lot with a “totally unfinished”above ground lower level. $649,000
5234 Sutherland Road
MLS®10025016
Beautifully maintained 4 bedroom + den/ office, 3 bath 4-level split home with vaulted ceilings, skylights, fireplace. Outdoor living with sunny deck, rear patio & tasteful landscaping. Immaculate both inside and out with fresh modern paint in neutral colours. $459,000 MLS®10025319
Bryon Knutsen
(250) 863-1282 Lara Cody 250-868-7114 laracody@invis.ca
Leanne Cody 250-215-5028 leannecody@invis.ca
“Our” Community “Your” Realtor
• Director’s Platinum Award • President’s Gold Award • Master Sales Award KELOWNA
bryonknutsen@royallepage.com
Unobstructed lake view. Over 1000 sq ft of decks. Fruit trees, grapes & raspberries. Very private & immaculate 3 bed, 3 bath w/o rancher. Games Room comes complete with pool table. There’s even a hobby room with workbench. The grounds are fully irrigated and meticulously maintained. $596,500
MLS® 10024183
Bradly Dillman Jackie Scott John Kilpatrick Peter Wannop Call: 250.768.2161 www.NextDoorTeam.com
www.MrPeachland.com
250-707-4663
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3930 Dryden Road, Peachland, BC CLASSIC COLONIAL 3Bd+ /3Ba home perfect for a growing family. Situated in the quaint beach community of Peachland on a large .44 acre flat lot. Newer windows, appliances and laminate flooring on main. Kitchen features built-in baking station + pantry and large laundry/utility room on main floor. Desirable large heated workshop, gazebo with hot tub, and child/pet friendly back yard. Underground irrigation. 2 minutes from beaches and stores. Golfing, Skiing, Recreation and larger shopping just 7 minutes away. $424,900 MLS®10025366 MLS®
250-317-4008
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250-470-8989 Shirley Geiger g 5878E Beach Avenue Sensational Lake Views ws
Mr. & Mrs. Clean live here, pride of ownership shows inside & out. Gourmet kitchen, living room & dining room up & down (in-law suite), den, 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. Waterscape off large back patio, side patio & front deck “ALL” with lake views. Lots here to see. MLS®10005214
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, a must sell so reduced in price. A beautifully Health9says 9 single wide in move in condition in an adult maintained 4 $park. Immaculate is the word. Lovely covered deck & storage. Open plan living room & kitchen, 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. Appliances included. A real must see. MLS 10017058
$39,900
121-4350 Ponderosa Drive, Peachland You’ll love this 2 bed/2 bath townhouse at Eagle’s View. 1218 sq. ft. of exceptional living with lakeviews. Hardwood throughout main living space & kitchen, granite counters, neutral colours and modern lighting, plus covered lakeview patio. New Clubhouse with media room, BBQ area & fitness room for residents to enjoy. MLS® 10023242
• 30 years experience with new homes and renovations including installations, service and trouble shooting, heating, air conditioning, gas fitting, plumbing, electrical, gas fire places, duct work, ventilation and exhaust systems, indoor air quality. • Carson Dunlop Home Inspection Training
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• CAHPI (BC) Home Inspection Training • AHIT Canada Home Inspection Training • Certified Red Seal Inter Provincial Journeyman Refrigeration and Air Conditioning • BC Class B Gas Fitter
#321 -3996 Beach Ave
• Bacharach Carbon Monoxide & Combustion Safety • WETT Certification for wood burning appliances and fire places • Licensed, Bonded, Fully Insured
LAKEVIEWS beach & pool views SEMI-WATERFRONT complex top floor with vaulted ceilings 3 bedrooms 2 full baths w/ granite counters, gourmet kitchen with granite maple cabinets eating bar, gas F/P with stone surround, pets & rentals ok with restrictions, gym, guest suites, meeting room, hot tub, storage area, secured entry & parking, the location is great walk to the popular Bliss Bakery and coffee shop, spa salon, boutique shops, mall just a few minute walk.
$429,000
MLS®10025210
250-878-3303
Looking for the Perfect Home? One of these fine Realtors® might have a suggestions or two! Call the Peachland View to Advertise Today! We are always happy to custom design your ad.
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