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Bobby Bovenzi, centre, with two members of his troupe, Nankama (which means “born for it”), entertained for an enthusiastic audience at the Peachland Rotary Club’s final show of their “Music in the Rotary pavilion” concert series at Heritage Park on Sunday. A different concert was held every Sunday afternoon throughout August.

It was the biggest audience to date, estimated at 300. The hour-long concert featured rhythmic songs and dances from Africa, presented by Bovenzi and his companions. Following an animated show by the main drumming group, young and old were encouraged to get up and try their hand at the drums and tambourines.

“It was amazing to see how quickly everyone picked up the beat, and soon everyone in the park had become a member of Bobby’s group. In a way, this was a beautiful demonstration of a community working together for a common goal, exemplifying the spirit of Rotary,” said Rotarian Wolfgang Muhs.

Call Corinne 250.768.2934 and arrange a tour 2505 Ingram Rd., West Kelowna

Feeling the beat in the heat

Bovenzi has been a student of ethnic percussion and dance since 1994. He currently lives in Okanagan Falls with his wife and two children.

Wolfgang Muhs photo

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Peachland United Church is turning 100

By Cindy Fortin Peachland View Members of the Peachland United Church will be commemorating the 100th birthday of their beloved church, with a threeday celebration to take place September 2 to 4. It will include a “meet and greet”, centennial dinner with guest speaker, and a special Sunday service.

Over the last 10 decades the church has been the place of thousands of services, as well as hundreds of weddings, funeral services and baptisms.

According to Chris Scowen, who is putting together a centennial booklet to be released November 6, “The Peachland United Church began life in 1911 as a Methodist church.

It had been preceded by Peachland Baptists who built their own church in 1903 and by the Presbyterians who built a year later in 1904. The Methodist church was dedicated on November 5, 1911 in a service conducted by Rev. J. J. Allen. The dedication was given by Rev. J. N. White, the head of the mission boards of the Methodist Church. The situation changed on June 10, 1925, when in Toronto the Methodist Church, the Congregational Church and 70 per cent of the Presbyterian Church joined together to form the United Church of Canada.”

Since that time 36 ministers have stood at the pulpit of the United Church.

Current minister Rev. Elaine Diggle, extends a

warm invitation to anyone who would like to attend the events.

“People are welcome to join us on Friday at the meet and greet, to come and reminisce, to attend the dinner and the Sunday service.

Everyone is welcome to come and share the joy with us,” says Diggle.

Tickets for the dinner should be purchased as soon as The Peachland United Church as it looked several decades ago. The possible. church appears much the same today, Friday, Sept. 2: with the addition of a shiny brass top Meet and greet in the on the steeple.

Photo contributed Church hall at 7 pm.

Peachland Pharmacy or Saturday, Sept. 3: A centennial dinner at the by calling Mary Schooff 50 Plus Activity Centre at 250-767-9410 (Please on Beach Avenue. Doors act quickly if you intend open at 5 pm, with dinner to purchase tickets).

Sunday, Sept. 4: There starting at 6 pm. Guest speaker will be Marion will be a special centenBest, the 36th moderator nial service at the church of the United Church of beginning at 10 am.

The Peachland United Canada, 1994 to 1997.

Tickets are $25 each Church is located on 4th and can be purchased at Street, off Beach Avenue.

Peachland Players holding casting call

By Cindy Fortin Peachland View The Peachland Players are putting out a casting call for young actors for their newest production, “Pirates of the Curry Bean.” Auditions will be held on September 4 at 1 pm at Fourth Street Place.

The swashbuckling pirate adventure is set on the high seas and is a piratical musical that’s sure to shake your booty! Young twins Jack and Liza Periwinkle yearn for adventure, so imagine their joy at discovering a real life treasure map. The infamous Redbeard and his pungent Pirates of the Curry Bean steal the map and kidnap the twins’ mother and the race is on to rescue her, reclaim the map and find the treasure. The play is filled with colourful characters, sparkling songs and a witty script dripping with pirate-speak.

The play, book, music and lyrics by Craig Hawes, was discovered by one of Peachland Players young actors who said she would love to be in this play, said Rhoda Weisgarber.

“Several of us read it and said I think it would perfect for Peachland and all the children who want to come back and be in our plays.”

Young and old, experienced or first time actors, are encouraged to come try out for the play, which can accommodate about 24 youngsters, with six adult parts.

The production is scheduled to take place November 24 to 27.

For more information contact Rhoda at 250.767.2196 or Bill at 250.768.3242.

SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 23 (CENTRAL OKANAGAN) 2011-2012 SUMMER SCHOOL REGISTRATION “Together We Learn”

AUGUST 30, AUGUST 31 and SEPTEMBER 1, 2011

Registration hours: Elementary Schools: 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

Middle and Secondary Schools: 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Aug 30 and 8:00 to 1:00 p.m. on Aug 31 & Sep 1

Kindergarten:

To qualify for school enrollment in September 2011, a child must be five years of age by December 31, 2011. A valid birth certificate (or other government issued proof of age and citizenship) and immunization records for the child must be provided at the time of registration.

Elementary, Middle and Secondary:

A valid birth certificate (or other government issued proof of age and citizenship) must be provided at the time of registration. The student should have a copy of the most recent report card, or transcript, from their previous school.

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Managing Growth Effectively From the mayor’s desk: Mayor Keith Fielding As you are aware, many developers see Peachland as a highly desirable place in which to invest. We are located in one of the most appealing and desirable parts of the Okanagan, we have the capacity to accommodate growth, and we have (in my opinion) a community willing to embrace growth, provided it is tasteful, sustainable and likely to complement all we value as a small town, proud of our history, heritage and culture.

Clearly, opinions differ as to what is tasteful, what is sustainable and what is desirable, issues that will no doubt fuel debate well into the future. However, if we accept that growth can bring with it economic and social benefits that would not otherwise be available to us (e.g. affordable housing, business opportunities, local employment, the settlement of younger families, expansion of the tax base to permit amenity and infrastructure enhancement), then the question that most clearly comes into focus is: How much development is desirable and sustainable?

Major projects currently underway, or proposed for Peachland, include the Ponderosa/Pincushion project, the downtown revitalization project, the New Monaco project, and the Hangingstone project, proposed as part of the Lower Princeton Area Structure Plan. In addition, other smaller projects and infill development will continue and will add further to the supply of available housing.

If all of the known projects were to proceed to maximum build-out over the next 20 years, we would be experiencing a rate of growth that is approximately seven per cent per year. Histori-

cally, rates of growth in the Okanagan have been considerably lower than that, averaging around two per cent per year, according to a preliminary paper issued by the Central Okanagan Regional Growth Strategy review.

Clearly then, if there is an appropriate match between supply and demand, future market conditions will have to be substantially different from those in the past, in order to match housing supply at the levels proposed in Peachland.

The challenge for Peachland is to manage future growth responsibly and to ensure growth occurs sustainably, taking into account economic, social and environmental impacts. With this in mind, we requested the Peachland Economic Development Committee and the Central Okanagan Economic Development Commission to assist us in the preparation of Terms of Reference for an independent study of the economic impacts and related issues that arise from currently projected levels of development.

The Terms of Reference for the study was approved by council, then consultants were invited to submit “expressions of interest” to carry out the study.

From the seven submissions received council has selected the Vancouverbased Vann Struth Consulting Group to conduct the analysis. Their report, which will set out study findings and recommendations, will be presented to council by year end, following which a further public information meeting will be held to present the report to the community and address questions that arise.

We look forward to completion of this important study knowing its findings will be of great value to Peachland in our policy development and decision-making, and its content and timing will benefit from, and complement, work currently underway on the update of the Regional District Regional Growth Strategy.

Terms of Reference for the Peachland study can be viewed on the District of Peachland website: www.peachland.ca.

Two weeks to Peachland Fall Fair

By Cindy Fortin Peachland View One of Peachland’s most popular annual events is just two weeks away and section heads and other volunteers are busy working on the final details.

The 92nd Peachland Fall Fair will take place on September 10 and 11 at the Peachland Community Centre. The theme of this year’s fair “Sew it, grow it and show it!” provides the perfect description of the exhibition-competition that encourages entries from hand-crafted items, fruits, vegetables, flowers, baking and preserves to photography, painting, woodwork and weaving.

Fall fair president Wilma MacKinnon says that while they have tried to keep up with the times over the years, such as with junior categories like CD cover design and recycling, overall the fair has remained traditional.

“Basically, the mandate of the fair is to educate people about agriculture, where their food comes from, and how it interlocks with other things that go on in your town. We don’t have midways and vendors, like some fairs do,” she says.

The fair is open to all BC residents, and they particularly encourage young people to participate. They have strong junior sections for ages six to 15 years, with many entrants moving up through the age groups over the years.

In addition to ribbons, trophies and small cash awards that can be won by entrants of all ages, there are special categories for bigger prizes, such as Bernardin home canning awards, the 2011 BC Association of Agricultural Fairs and

Peachland Fall Fair president Wilma MacKinnon displays the information pamphlet for the 92nd Peachland Fall Fair to take place September 10 and 11.

Cindy Fortin photo

Exhibitions (BCAAFE) “quilt block” and BCAAFE colour photography, which is open to youth ages 17 and under.

Peachland Fall Fair pamphlets listing all of the sections and categories, rules and regulations, dates and times can be found at various locations around town. The official opening will be Saturday, September 10 at 2:30 pm, with the awards ceremony on Sunday, September 11 at 4:30 pm. The fee per each entry is 50 cents for adult sections and 25 cents for junior sections.

For more information or where to find a pamphlet, call Wilma at 250.767.2218.

The Corporation of the District of Peachland Phone: 250-767-2133 Web: www.peachland.ca

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

Notice is hereby given that the Council of the District of Peachland will hold a Public Hearing to hear representations of persons who deem their interest in the property is affected by the below mentioned Zoning Bylaw No. 1375, Amendment Bylaw No. 2008, 2011, at 6:30 p.m. on September 6, 2011 at the Council Chambers, Peachland Community Centre, 4450-6th Street, Peachland, B.C. The District proposes to amend Zoning Bylaw Number 1375, 1996, as follows: By changing the zoning designation of Lot 3, DL 1184, ODYD, Plan 37269, Civic address 6245 Heighway Lane from RR-2 (Rural Residential 0.2ha) to R-1 (Single Family Residential) zone; as shown on the map marked Schedule “A” attached to and forming part of Bylaw No. 2008. (The RR-2 zoning allows 10% lot coverage, rezoning to R-1 will allow for the construction of a single family dwelling on the site with up to 40% lot coverage. The owner has submitted building plans which indicate a 16% lot coverage.) The subject property is shown on the map below:

From left to right: Theo Penner, Chris Krahn, Chris Loeppky and Ben Nichol made up one of the foursomes at the tournament.

Denise Krahn photo

Chamber golf tourney well-attended The 3rd Annual Peachland Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament took place on Monday, August 22 at Two Eagles Golf Course in West Kelowna. It was a well-attended event with 115 participants who enjoyed an afternoon of cooler temperatures for the

competition. Afterwards, participants enjoyed a BBQ buffet dinner.

The tournament was in support of the Peachland Boys & Girls Club. Trophies went to Harry and Sandra Ferguson and Bill and Joan Dupuis for “most honest team”, and Don,

Grant and Gord Brown and Steven Hatch won “top team low net”. Long putt ladies went to Doris Haas, long drive ladies to Patsy Schellenberg, long drive men to Eric Lecompte, KP men to Grant Brown, and Jeff Davies took the 50/50 putting contest.

The proposed Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 2008, 2011 may be inspected at the Municipal Office, 5806 Beach Avenue, Peachland, B.C. during normal business hours (8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.) Monday to Friday inclusive, excluding Statutory Holiday, from August 19, 2011 to September 6, 2011.

Take notice that the above describes the general intent of the proposed Zoning Amendment Bylaw which have been read Frist and Second Times by the Council of the Corporation of the District of Peachland. This synopsis is not intended to be, and is not to be, understood as an interpretation of the Bylaw.

NO REPRESENTATIONS WILL BE RECEIVED BY THE MUNICIPAL COUNCIL AFTER THE CONCLUSION OF THE PUBLIC HEARING

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Editor’s Perspective

Peek into the he Past

Good-bye Jack, it’s been quite a journey Whether you loved him, or were indifferent to his party politics or way of doing business, one thing is for certain, the recent passing of Jack Layton was felt by many Canadians. There is no question he was one of the most prominent and dedicated politicians the country has ever seen, a steadfast fighter for the people, and you had to admire him for that.

On more than one occasion I have referred to him as Jack “Scrappy” Layton because of his fighting spirit.

He was an activist for a variety of causes and never backed down from what he believed in. What he may have lacked in physical stature, he made up with courage and doggedness, and was a giant in speaking his mind and pressing the issues and concerns of his constituents, even when standing toe-to-toe with an often intimidating Prime Minister Stephen Harper.

Layton was born in Montreal on July 18, 1950, and raised in nearby Hudson, Quebec, a comfortable and largely Anglophone community. He was elected student council president at Hudson High School, studied political science at McGill University, and from 1969-70 was the Prime Minister for the Quebec Youth Parliament. He obtained his PhD in political science at York University in Toronto, was first elected to Toronto City Council in 1982 and became leader of the NDP at the party’s leadership convention in Toronto in 2003.

After decades in politics, Layton had finally achieved his goal as leader of the official opposition – the first time in history for the NDP. He declared “a new chapter begins” after his party easily catapulted over the Liberals in the May election. But he died before he would stand up in parliament in his new and important role.

In a way, his decades-long political journey reminds me somewhat of Moses. Take out the religious aspect, Moses was a dedicated leader of his people, and after a 40-year journey he died within sight of the Promised Land.

Layton first announced that he had been diagnosed with prostate cancer in February 5, 2010. He vowed to beat it, and for a time, it seemed he had. Only recently did he announce once again that he had been struck with an unspecified, newly diagnosed cancer. He would only be taking a temporary leave from his post he said, hoping to return as leader of the NDP upon the resumption of the House of Commons in September 2011.

But that was not to be. On Monday, August 22, at the age of 61, Jack Layton passed away quietly at his home in Toronto.

In a final letter to Canadians Layton had written upon learning his treatments had failed, he spoke to all of the Canadian people who had sent him well wishes, saying, in part: “Your spirit and love have lit up my home, my spirit, and my determination.” He encouraged those waging their own cancer battles to “be optimistic, determined and focused on the future.” To members of his party he said: “We’ve done remarkable things together in the last eight years”. To the young people who he said were a great source of inspiration to him, he advised: “As my time in political life draws to a close I want to share with you my belief to change the country and this world.” And finally, to all Canadians, “Love is better than anger. Hope is better than fear. Optimism is better than despair. So let us be loving, hopeful and optimistic. And we’ll change the world.”

Cindy Fortin, Editor

This year the United Church celebrates its centennial. Pictured are the members of an early 1950s choir taken on the wooden steps out front, which have just recently been replaced. In those days the basement was not a thrift store as it is today, but held a wood furnace and the heat came up through a big grate in the floor. Sunday school students were encouraged to recite poems for the Women’s Christian Temperance Union competition condemning drinking as a sin. How things have changed.

Photo contributed by the Peachland Historical Society

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Refreshing to hear praise for the mother-in-law Dear Editor: Recently, I read an article in the Peachland View dated 5 August, 2011 by Constance Roth, which says, “Not all mothers-in-law are created equal”. It was so refreshing to hear somebody praising her mother-in-law.

It made me think of my mother-in-law whose name is Elizabeth. She lives in Brampton, Ontario, is 86 years old and still living in her own home by herself.

I have been married to her son Rick for 43 years.

Although I am from a different country and culture, she accepted and welcomed me and eventually we became close; I call her Mom. She has raised four

Dear Editor: I have sat back for the past 37 years and have said nothing nor got involved with my husband’s position as a bylaw enforcement officer, until the “Letter to the editor” appeared on August 5th from Bob Menzies, a 20-year resident of Peachland — or until a neighbour rode by on his bike on August 17th, mumbling “bully”.

As it is, I should not call him a neighbour, but rather an inconvenience, but that is for another day.

I have observed over the four years I have lived in Peachland that anyone in this town can complain about whatever is on their minds on any given day.

The editor, as far as I am concerned, crossed the line by publishing this slanderous letter. This makes for a wonderful forum for anyone who visits this, sometimes sick little town, to read this newspaper and wonder if all of the wing nuts of the world live here. All they do is complain about everything. The parking, the tourists, speed limits, progress, citizen of the year, I could go on and on.

What right does Mr. Menzies have to call the bylaw officer’s actions “despicable and unacceptable” when he has absolutely no clue what enforcement is all about?

His job is not going around beating up old people and their designer dogs. Quite the contrary, Mr. Menzies.

Constance Roth Cindy Fortin

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children, has six grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. In the past she used to come and visit us and the grandchildren wherever we were, but she cannot travel anymore.

I had the honour to host her 80th birthday years ago in our house in Peachland and to have all of the Gordon family together. She is a kind, loving and considerate person. She has and still is helping charitable organizations and people in need. I love her and wish her happiness. Yes, Constance, you are right “Not all mothers-in-law are created equal”.

Nahid Gordon, Peachland

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Ever since your slanderous letter was published, he has been the brunt of further rude comments, threats and insults. Don’t get me wrong, my husband over the years has adopted a thick skin and has understood it is part of the job, but when I have to observe the filthy looks they give my husband when we are sitting down at a coffee shop or restaurant around town, it gets to be a bit much. I can deal with the public when they phone our home at all hours of the day, but please don’t undermine me and my husband when we are out.

Just to let you know, my husband has always taken his job very seriously. I can even tell you he is a very nice man. He has received numerous awards for volunteerism from the United Nations, Alberta Legislative Assembly and from the City of Calgary as well as many community associations. If anything needed to be done, my husband was always there to help and a lot of people in this town and everywhere else we have lived know this.

Maybe the Peachland View and Bob Menzies do not feel the need to apologize to my husband, but I think I deserve an apology for you discrediting my whole family.

Liz Zimmerman (four year resident of Peachland and not liking it very much)

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Glad to read something positive in Peachland’s paper Dear Editor: We were so glad to see the letters from Eric and Carol Beeton and Judy Wyper in [last week’s] paper! (Peachland View; August 19). After reading some of the letters to the editor in previous editions of the View, we too were becoming concerned that there were a high number of complainers and gripers in Peachland.

Beach Avenue is lovely with the reduced speed limit, the four-wheel bicycles, the

multitude of walkers and runners, the cyclists, the various races on early weekend mornings, the Farmer’s Market on Sunday, the tourists, the neighbours out enjoying the new walkway, the music in the park, the ‘project’ cars cruising by and everything else that makes summer in Peachland entertaining.

We live in paradise; hats off to the Beeton’s and Ms. Wyper for recognizing that.

Lynn Walter, Peachland

High praise for Peachland Autocare Dear Editor: I am a mechanically inclined person, so I decided to overhaul my ’92 Buick Regal 3.1 litre motor and was successful at it. I also had to do some minor repairs on the dashboard and took out the console panel to replace a burnt-out bulb in the cluster. I went to a large car distributor in Kelowna and was told that they did not sell individual parts and I would have to purchase the whole cluster (sealed unit) at a cost of $385 plus tax, which I thought was way too expensive.

On my way back to Peachland, I stopped at Lakeside Autocare and met the owners Laurie and Frank Kauwenhoven. After showing him the cluster and the size of the bulb he went in the back of his shop and came back with

the part I needed and it worked. I was surprised and delighted.

Frank never hesitated to share his knowledge and experience with me while I was replacing the lifters, rocker arms and values, etc. He freely answered all my questions concerning the motor even while realizing he would not be doing the work himself.

I really value a person like that, someone who is not afraid of sharing his experience with others. That shows real character.

To sum it up: “The best ointment does not always come in a bigger jar.�

We need to support people like Frank and Laurie in our little town of Peachland. They are decent and delightful.

A dog’s view of summer Dear Editor:

more than dinner for six at the Gasthaus.

Some of us don’t know how to swim so take water with you and walk in the morning or evening.

We will always go with you because we love to be with you. But hot heat is not on our “bucket list�.

Remember, you drink water or eat cool treats to keep hydrated, wear hats and cool clothing and use sunscreen to protect you. Our wardrobe and makeup is limited. Did you know we can get a nose sunburn?

Summer is here and it’s great. We enjoy walking along Beach Avenue and going to the dog beaches. Life is good.

But the hot pavement and asphalt can be hot on our paws. Compare it to walking in your bare feet.

Some of us tolerate the heat better than others, but when it is close to 30 degrees it can be uncomfortable. Please remember to carry water for us and let us cool our paws at the doggie beach on Beach Avenue. We can cool down through our paws, or take a swim break.

And never hook us up to a bike, skateboard, or roller skates while you exercise. Our coats protect us from heat and cold but not from overheating caused by extreme heat. We can get heatstroke or worse, just like you.

Besides, what if we step on a rock, a piece of glass or metal, pull a muscle or get exhausted? A trip to the vet will cost

P-lease exercise us according to the temperature.

A-lways take H2O for us (or a swim) W-alk in the am or pm S-it or stop in the shade.

Transcribed on my behalf by my owner, Marion Irving Peachland

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Handicrafts on display at the Little Schoolhouse

Vivian Dere, above, stands next to one of her paintings that was on display last weekend, along with Norma Elliot’s works, as part of the Little Schoolhouse’s Summer Exhibition Series. Sarien Lapham, 17, below, was also at the schoolhouse displaying her handcrafted “feather works”.

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Good Old Gals CafĂŠ Open Daily 8am - 8pm Chinese Smorgasbord Sat., Sept. 3, 5 - 9 pm Shanghai noodles, ginger beef, chicken fried rice, pineapple chicken balls, beef & broccoli, lemon chicken, special chow mein, wonton soup, wings, rigs, vegetable stir fry, spring rolls & egg rolls $14.95, Seniors - $12.95

Sunday Brunch 10 am - 2 pm

By Constance Roth Peachland View

Adults - $9.95, Seniors - $7.95, Children - $5 (under 6 free)

With so many great restaurants to choose from we hope this feature has made it somewhat easier to decide where to enjoy a good meal.

We have focused on six different and unique restaurants in the past weeks.

The Red Lion, formerly known as The Two Chefs, serves many popular British-style foods, as well as hamburgers, lasagna, curry dishes, salads, vegetarian choices and delicious homemade desserts. They are located at 6575 Hwy 97 just south of Peachland.

The Good Old Gals CafĂŠ, located in the Edgewater Inn is under new management and includes a full menu including breakfast, lunch and dinner. The Good Old Gals offer up a monthly smorgasbord with all of your favourite dishes. Join them at 5830 Beach Avenue.

The Waterfront Grill & Pizzeria, located at 5842 Beach Avenue, Peachland, not only offers stunning views of Okanagan Lake and the mountains, they have an extensive menu with daily lunch and dinner specials and live entertainment Thursday through Saturday. “Once a week eat Greek�, is the motto at the Aegean Grill. This family-owned business offers authentic Greek specialties including moussaka, dolmathes and spankopita. The atmosphere is casual and relaxing and the service is superb. They are located at 5818 Beach Avenue.

Bontias Bistro is Summerland’s newest winery restaurant and focuses on good honest local cuisine, featuring some of the best produce the region has to offer. They are located at 20623 McDougald Road, Summerland. Chef proprietor

The Connectors at the Edgewater Pub Fri. & Sat., Sept 2 & 3 - 8:30 pm

250-767-7625 5830 Beach Avenue, Peachland Located @ the Edgewater Inn

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Colin Rayner promises it is worth the drive.

Big E’s Bar & Grill and Peachland Liquor Store is located at 5500 Clements Crescent. The business is owned by Eric and Susan Menconi, a husband and wife team. The restaurant offers an extensive lunch and dinner menu with generous portions.

Take the time to check out all of these wonderful establishments located here in the beautiful Okanagan and happy eating.

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Come and join us on the patio for lunch at Bonitas Winery on Okanagan Lake Available for special events, and dinner coming soon!

778-516-5596 20623 McDougald Rd., Summerland www.bonitasbistro.com bonitasbistro@shaw.ca

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August 26, 2011

Health Matters: Get the facts about MSG

By Rose Soneff, nutritionist, Interior Health Special to the Peachland View I have a love-hate relationship with the Internet, especially when it comes to health and nutrition information. I love that I can get information quickly but I hate the overwhelming amount of information available and the variable quality of information. I recently received an email that suggested Monosodium Glutamate (MSG), a flavour enhancer added to foods, was the cause of obesity.

The author backed up the claim by saying “Studies show that…” implying it

was backed by credible and in-depth studies.

I decided to enter the term “MSG” into a search engine and it generated hundreds of thousands of hits. I, like many people, am not an expert in this area nor do I have the time to sift through all this information. So where can I go to find reliable sources of information? In BC, calling 811 and asking for a registered dietician at HealthLink is a good first step. They can access large medical databases to determine the strength of these claims. Other good sources are the Health Canada and the Canadian Food Inspection Agency’s websites. All of these are available to the general

public.

MSG itself does not cause obesity. However, it is often found in processed foods that have little nutritional value but are high in calories. The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations/ World Health Organization Expert Committee on Food Additives and the Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology both conducted thorough evaluations and concluded that the use of MSG does not constitute a health hazard for most people. There are people who are sensitive to it that may suffer symptoms such as a burning sensation, headache, nausea or facial pressure approximately 20

minutes after eating. Those people should avoid MSG and similar compounds under the names of hydrolyzed plant protein (HPP), hydrolyzed vegetable protein (HVP), or hydrolyzed soy protein (HSP).

I do not recommend people consume products with MSG. Many of the products MSG is added to are typically processed, high in sodium, fat and refined carbohydrates, which are basically high calorie foods with few nutrients. There is a lot of evidence these types of food contribute to obesity along with quantity of food intake, activity levels, amount of sleep, food security, genetics, hormones and social pressures.

If you want to eat a healthy diet, my advice is to make sure your plate of food is half filled with colourful and minimally cooked fruits and vegetables. A quarter of the plate should be whole grain carbohydrates such as brown rice or quinoa and the other quarter should be low fat protein, such as skinless grilled chicken breasts, and preferably plant-based proteins like curried lentils.

Shepherd’s Pie: will return next week

The more processed a food is, the more likely it has lost nutrients and flavour which requires the addition of flavour enhancers like MSG. If you do choose a product with added MSG, reduce your portion size, drain and rinse off canned juices and most importantly contact the manufacturer to recommend not using MSG. You can often do that by email.

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“New Members Welcome - $15 Per Year” Office open through July & August on Tuesdays and Fridays @ 9:30am - 11:30am

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August 26, 2011

By Pat Grieve Contributor to the Peachland View Hi-ho and away we go — into another season.

It always seems to me the year really starts in September; I guess that’s a carryover from my school days when everything was new and one started afresh in the fall. So if your company has left and you’ve finished washing all the sheets and towels, it’s time to get back into the swing of things at the 50+ Centre.

Many of our usual activities stopped for the summer but most are resuming in the week after Labour Day, except for Friendship Tuesday movies and the art classes, which will start in October. Check out our ad elsewhere in the paper for details, or come in and pick up a list or call your instructor.

What I really want

to tell you about is that we have a new activity starting on Wednesday, September 13 called “Fit at Fifty�, an aerobics program for the “not so young�.

Beginning at 9:30 am for an hour, this class will feature low or no impact exercises that will get your pulse rate up. Instructor Marsha Johnston teaches several days a week in Summerland and wants to get a class going here. How fortunate for us! If you have an exercise ball or a yoga mat, please bring it along. Spandex is not obligatory; just wear what’s comfortable. Let’s see how many we can get out for this new activity.

Membership is required and there may be a nominal fee each time, as with some of the other classes.

Of course the other exercise classes will be going full tilt, Tai Chi (Monday), yoga (Wednesday) and iron & silk (Thurs-

day). Come and give them all a try.

Calling all bridge players. We need you on Tuesday evenings. Numbers are down in both the experienced and novice groups and as you know it requires four to play; sometimes one or two players are left to be alternates. Please come out and enjoy the game.

Unfortunately neither group is for absolute beginners; maybe some day we will find someone who is willing to teach new players. Any takers out there?

If you’re new to town and wonder what’s going on in the building at the corner of 8th and Beach Avenue, drop in any weekday morning. The office is open 9:30 – 11:30 am, Monday to Friday.

Pick up a brochure and take out a membership. It is only $15 per year but after September 1st it’s $10 for new members as

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WANTED Players Wanted Summerland Senior Hockey Club will be starting their season Sept.

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Garage Sale Sat., Aug. 27 8:30 am - 3 pm 4130 Lake Ave., Peachland A bit of everything. Dining room chairs, lawn swing, golf clubs, etc.

Garage Sale Sat., Aug. 27 9 am - 2 pm 4705 Minto St., Peachland Lots of tools, deep freezer, loads of baby stuff, clothes and children’s toys

GARAGE SALE Garage Sale Sat., Aug. 27 8 am - Noon 4054 San Clemente Ave., Peachland Something for everyone

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What is it?

Customized physical activity with professionals done at your own pace for 60 minutes.

Socializing and Education concerning health and well-being.

Why participate?

Meet new people Maintain a sense of well-being Sleep well Have more energy Build stronger muscles and bones Stay connected to your community

Who’s it for?

Older Adults Anyone who likes to have fun Anyone who wants to stay active Anyone who likes to participate in social activities

Where and When?

Westbank Lions Community Hall – Starting Monday Sept. 19th from 9- 11:00 a.m. and Thursdays from 1:30 – 3:30 till December 15th. Refreshments provided.

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2011 memberships expire December 31st.

And to give you a heads-up, the first potluck supper/meeting of the season is on September 23, and the Old Time Fiddlers will once again

treat us to a performance.

Mark your calendar now.

Also keep your eye on the bulletin board in the foyer; another bus trip may be coming in October.

That’s it for now; see you in September.

NOTICE The Corporation of the District of Peachland Phone: 250-767-2108 Web: www.peachland.ca

NOTICE OF ROAD MAINTENANCE The District of Peachland would like to notify residents that Sealtec Pavement Maintenance Ltd. is undertaking crack sealing and spray patching on September 2nd - 5th, 2011, from 7:30 am - 6 pm along Princeton Ave. Please use caution. Road surface may have loose gravel.

Workers and slow moving equipment may be working on the road during this time.

TrafďŹ c control will be provided as necessary. One lane of trafďŹ c will be maintained at all times. Priority will be given to emergency vehicles.

Thank you for your patience.

Public Works

Peachland United Church 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.

OPEN THURS. - SAT. 9:30 - 3 PM

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10 - The Peachland View

PEACHLAND CROSSWORD

August 26, 2011

Around Peachland With the sunshine we finally have sunflowers. A bee at the centre of the flower enjoys some nectar.

Eric Hall photo

A large crowd turned out for last Sunday’s Bobby Bovenzi drumming concert in Heritage Park, sponsored by the Rotary. Audience members of all ages got up to try their hand at drums and tambourines. This little guy, above, seemed to have a natural talent with the sticks.

Crowd photo Richard Smith Little drummer boy photo Wolfgang Muhs

Your Guide to Local Events & Activities

PEACHLAND SUDOKU

ONGOING EVENTS Friday, August 26 - Waterfront Grill & Pizzeria Live entertainment; PWC - Men’s Coffee Club, 10 am; Rocky J’s - Karaoke hosted by Billy’s Basement, 7 pm.

am, Variety Singers, 9:45 am, Tai Chi, Noon, Quilting, 1 pm, Wood Carvers, 7 pm; Peachland Quilters - 50+ Activity Centre - 1:15 pm

Saturday, August 27 - Royal Canadian Legion Branch 69 - Meat Draw, 3 - 5 pm; 50+ Activity Centre - Carpet Bowling, 9:45 am

Tuesday, August 30 - Lions Den Meeting - Community Policing Station, 7 pm; 50+ Activity Centre - Carpet Bowling - 9:45 am, Friendship Tuesday, 1:30 pm, Bridge - experienced & novice, 7 pm & AA at Noon; PWC - Tai Chi, 6 pm & Pole Walking, 8 am; Royal Canadian Legion - Darts, 7 pm

Sunday, August 28 - PWC - Jerry Dober Sunday Breakfast, 8 am; Royal Canadian Legion, meat draw, 2 - 4 pm Here’s How It Works: - Sudoku puzzles are formatted as a 9x9 grid, broken down into nine 3x3 boxes. To solve a sudoku, the numbers 1 through 9 must fill each row, column and box. Each number can appear only once in each row, column and box. You can figure out the order in which the numbers will appear by using the numeric clues already provided in the boxes. The more numbers you name, the easier it gets to solve the puzzle!

Monday, August 29 - 50+ Activity Centre - Take Pounds Off Sensibly, weight lose program, 9:30

Wednesday, August 31 - 50+ Activity Centre - Fit After 50 Aerobics, 9:30 am, Chess - 1 pm, Yoga 1:30 pm.

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.

The Peachland View - 11

August 26, 2011

Branch 69 wants your ideas and input

By Patricia Day Contributor to the Peachland View The phone at Branch 69 isn’t exactly ringing off the hook. No one has claimed to have found the remains of James Robertson. “Who cares?” you might ask.

Well, every Peachlander should care to some degree.

He was a young man who was sent to war in 1917 to defend his new country and the Empire. James was born in Scotland and immigrated to Canada in his teens. He was a teamster in the Canadian army and served in England. This was an important position, as in that era most of the supplies and even the heavy artillery relied on being transported by horses. It took the skills of many farm lads to aid the Calvary in performing their defensive pursuits. August has been declared as Veteran’s Month and here is someone, though of another century, who needs to be remembered.

Although attendance at various events held at Branch 69 has been disappointing, those in atten-

dance have enjoyed the entertainment. Two weeks ago, Steel Buzzin’ entertained with the steel guitar, and this past week, Anita once again entertained with her antics. There were several new singers that everyone enjoyed along with the usual favourites.

A special thank you goes to Ruth Krentz who has been doing double duty. Not only does she look after the meat draws, but also is our guest bar steward. Take a bow, Ruth.

The newly formed in-house committee has been working hard in seeking new ways of making Branch 69 a more interesting place to visit. Do you happen to have some ideas that could be of help? If so, call the office or drop the idea off at the bar on your next visit.

Once again, sadly, the kitchen is without a cook.

Chandra keeps the ‘gourmet refrigerator’ supplied with sandwiches and other take-home treats. If there is someone out there who would like to try their hand in the kitchen call at 250-767-9100 and ask for an interview.

The new poppy order has arrived from Command, which makes one realize that November 11 is not far away. Volunteers are needed for various venues for this important day. A piper, who could visit the schools on November 10, would be most welcome.

The students sure take notice and show national pride when the piper marches into the room followed by the Colour Party.

Have you paid your membership dues for 2011?

Remember, you have to pay 2011 dues before you can pay for 2012. Soon it will be time to renew memberships. Will you be an early bird? It would be a great help to the office if you could send in your email address, as a database for members is being created.

Members would also have on-line access to the newsletter written by Barrie Hewer, which contains other information of interest.

Once again, we had a surprise visit from our favourite ‘orchard man’. Many thanks, Dino. ...’til next time

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Unattended and illegal campfires concern fire officials

The public is reminded that there is a campfire ban in place for the Lillooet and Merritt fire zones. For those zones not covered by a campfire ban, the public is urged to never leave a campfire unattended or until it is fully extinguished.

Recently, in the Interior and Okanagan, fire officials discovered 16 unattended or abandoned campfires and 14 active campfires in areas under a campfire ban.

Fire officials took the opportunity to educate the public on bans, restrictions and campfire regulations.

Now while conducting patrols, enforcement personnel will be actively ticketing those people found in contravention of the Wildfire Act.

“The discovery of these campfires is very concerning. Please take heed of campfire bans. Also, temperatures in the Southern Interior are forecasted to climb into the mid-to upper 30s this weekend, so please be extra vigilant while enjoying the backcountry,� said Minister Steve Thomson, Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operation.

Some quick facts: • Campfires are banned in the Lillooet and Merritt fire zones and must remain under a half metre by a half metre in size in all other fire zones. A map of restricted areas can be found at: http://bcwildfire.ca • Anyone found in contravention of an open fire restriction may be issued a ticket for $345, or, if convicted in court, be fined up to $100,000 and sentenced to one year in jail. • Since April 1, there have been 180 wildfires within the Kamloops Fire Centre’s boundaries, of

which 119 were person-caused. • Although fire activity has been below average, the recent hot and dry conditions have increased the fire danger rating and wildfire risk throughout the region. • Officials have responded to 74 campfire related incidents this season, which diverts resources from extinguishing natural occurring fire starts. • To report a wildfire or unattended campfire, call *5555 on your cellular phone or toll-free at 1-800663-5555.

To learn more: • For the latest information on current wildfire activity, burning restrictions, road closures and air quality advisories, go to www.bcforestfireinfo.gov. bc.ca. • You can follow the latest B.C. wildfire news: - twitter.com/#!/BCGovFireInfo - facebook.com/BCForestFireInfo

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