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by Dave Preston With the simple flip of a couple of switches, Mayor Keith Fielding and MLA Bill Barisoff ended Peachaland’s history last Thursday as one-light town. A construction crew worked for several weeks to install the lights at the T-intersection of Clements Crescent and Hwy. 97. Starting midday Wednesday, the lights were turned on to flash yellow to highway traffic and to flash red to traffic on Clements. At 2 p.m. Thursday, Fielding and Barisoff flipped the switch to change the lights to normal operation. And not 10 seconds later, a car heading southbound on the highway flew through the first official red light at the intersection. No accident took place during the ceremony and it’s a reduction in accidents that officials are hoping for. “We’re very grateful to MOTI (the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure) for rising to the challenge,” said Fielding, adding that the lights will mean a major difference to everyone in Peachland. The district had been regularly asking for a light at the intersection, which connects Peachland Elementary School, some housing and Peachland Centre Mall to highway traffic, when a fatal accident took place in the fall of 2010. The district pushed the traffic light agenda and MOTI agreed to the request. Originally, the district was to pay one third of the cost of the lights, but after a meeting between Fielding and Minister Shirley Bond, the ministry announced it would pick up the entire cost. Several members of the Hwy. 97 Task Force were also at the meeting with Bond. Barisoff said Thursday’s ceremony was not his first involving turning on a traffic light. He said a similar situation took place when a light was installed in the north end of Penticton and it was one of the biggest public turnouts he had seen for such an event. “It’s one of those things when you know it’s important to the local people,” said Barisoff. Fielding noted the new traffic lights will make the situation safer for people entering and exiting the school and mall. The traffic lights include an advance green arrow for northbound traffic on the highway to turn left onto Clements Crescent. The ad-
MLA Bill Barisoff and Mayor Keith Fielding last Thursday add ‘Completed’ to a highway sign advising of new traffic lights being installed at the intersection of Hwy. 97 and Clements Crescent. Dave Preston photo
vance green arrow will only display after a sensor in the roadway is activated by a passing car, according to a ministry official. There is also a new crosswalk across Hwy. 97 on the south side of the intersection and there is a button on a pole for pedestrians to push when they want to activate red lights on the highway. The View also discovered that a rumour floating around town is not true. The rumour was that the normal operation of the traffic
lights would end at about 6 p.m. when the lights would switch to flashing yellow and red lights for the remainder of the night. The ministry official said that is not happening and, in fact, the ministry hasn’t installed traffic lights with that kind of day time/night time configuration for several decades. Peachland will have a third traffic light in 2012 when Treegroup completes reconfiguration of Ponderosa Drive to meet up with 13th Street.
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Beach Avenue retaining wall causes concerns by Dave Preston It seemed like Peachland council was ready to force a Beach Avenue property owner to remove an offending retaining wall last week but the brakes were put on the move when it was revealed council may not have been given the whole story. At first, it seemed to council that the matter was cut and dry. According to district staff, the owners of a property at 3830 Beach Avenue built a retaining wall onto the road right-of-way without receiving prior consent. Staff went as far as to say that the homeowners, or at least their construction supervisor, were specifically told not to build the retaining wall into the road. The retaining wall got built anyway. “I personally feel the wall is perfectly fine,� said Coun. Eric Hall, who added he walked by the property and felt there were other homes in the area that had obstructions sticking out further. Coun. Eldon Kerbes agreed with Hall, but Coun. Peter Schierbeck said he wanted to see the offending retaining wall removed immediately. “The building inspector told them not to go out past the property line,� said Coun. Vern Moberg. “Our staff did the right thing, told them not to do something.� Moberg said if people want to break the rules, they have to rectify the problem. “I think it should go back to the way it was,� said Moberg. Council members were commenting at that point in the Committee of the Whole Meeting based on a staff report and staff comments that the retaining wall was clearly in violation of district bylaws. Coun. Terry Condon said there was considerable work done on the property and there must have been plans that were approved by staff. Doug Allin, director of operations, said there was a pre-construction meeting with the owner’s representative and it was conveyed at that time not to build the retaining wall into the road right-of-way. “I can’t believe someone would go to the point of ignoring staff advice, knowing what the consequences would be,� said Condon, who expressed concern over what exactly was said to the representative and how it was conveyed. It wasn’t until the property owners had a chance to speak that council members realized there were two properties in question and not everything was as it seemed. 2 The Peachland View
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This retaining wall is at the center of a dispute between the homeowners who built it and district staff, who say it has to go. Dave Preston photo
Monique Wally told council that she and her husband bought a home at 3830 Beach Avenue last year. Shortly after, the property next door (3834 Beach Avenue) became available and they bought it also. The Wallys decided to build a pool on the second property (3834), along with retaining walls and a garage. Wally said plans for that project were approved by district staff. However, according to Wally, there was an existing retaining wall in front of the house at 3830 Beach Avenue that was crumbling. The decision was made to replace the existing retaining wall and, in the process, move it two feet closer to the house than it was. It is the replacement retaining wall that district staff wants removed, according to Wally. “I’m confused,� said Condon. “Now I’m hearing that the permit wasn’t for this.� March 25, 2011 “I feel we have done everything by the book,� said Wally. Allin said regardless what the permit was originally for, anything built on a road right-of-way needs its own permit and the property owners did not have one. Council decided to table the matter until staff could provide more information.
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Calling all needle workers Contributed The Peachland Quilters are delighted to extend an invitation to join our Monday afternoon group to all those who crochet, cross-stitch, needle-point or do any other type of needle art. We are a congenial group of ladies who meet to work on projects, exchange patterns and ideas, and enjoy a nice cup of tea. If this sounds like something you would like to do, dig out that project you stashed away (and promised your-
self you would finish some day) or bring whatever you are working on currently and join us. We meet at the 50-Plus Activity Centre at 5672 Beach Avenue in beautiful downtown Peachland on Mondays between 1:15 pm and 4 pm. The membership fee is $15 per year and entitles you to participate in many other activities put on by the activity centre. Come on down. We look forward to meeting you and welcoming you to our sewing circle of friends.
No change to garbage, recycling pick up Contributed With Christmas Day and New Year’s Day falling on Sunday this year, there is no change to the pick-up schedule for your garbage and recycling. There will also still be garbage collection on Boxing Day. Please place your garbage and recycling carts at the curb by 7 am and ensure the lids are completely closed. Remember to put all wrapping paper (except foil), flattened boxes and cartons into your recycling cart for curbside
pick-up, or take to your nearest recycling depot. Keep the recycling spirit going by saving all shiny and foil wrapping paper and cards, ribbons and bows for re-use. The Westside Residential Waste Disposal and Recycling Center is located on Asquith Road in West Kelowna and is open from 7:30 am to 4 pm, Friday through Monday. The center is closed December 25 and January 1. For more information, visit regionaldistrict.com/recycle, or call the Regional Waste Reduction Office at 250-4696250.
Peachland man busted with firearm by Dave Preston A Peachland man is one of two people arrested Tuesday for possession of drugs and a firearm. Mounties stopped a vehicle in Kelowna that had occupants who police believed were in possession of a firearm, according to Cnst. Steve Holmes. The vehicle stop was made at a parking lot in the area of Cook Road and Lakeshore Drive. A 27-year-old Peachland man and a 28-year-old West Kelowna woman were arrested. Their black Cadillac SUV was searched and later towed, according to Holmes. “Inside the SUV, officers located a zippered case containing a .38 calibre re-
volver and a number of rounds of live ammunition,” said Holmes. “Also inside the case, which was behind the passenger seat, was more than 136 grams (nearly five ounces) of powdered cocaine and more than two grams of Crystal Methamphetamine.” Both suspects were to appear in court Wednesday to face several recommended firearms related charges as well as Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking charges. The male faces an additional recommended charge of Possession of a Firearm contrary to a prohibition order. Both suspects are known to police for drug and criminal code related offences and the male has a lifetime firearms prohibition.
Christmas Holiday Schedule Garbage and Recycling Collection
With Christmas and New Years days falling on Sunday this year, there is no change to the pick up schedule for garbage and recycling pick up. Check your Living Greener Calendar for collection days.
Recycling & Landfill Operations Ÿ Glenmore Landfill & Recycling Depot, 2105 Glenmore Rd (7:30 am - 4:45 pm, closed Dec. 25, 26, Jan.1) Ÿ Westside Residential Waste Disposal & Recycling Centre, Asquith Rd. Days of operation: Fri. Sat. Sun, Mon. (7:30 am - 4:00 pm, closed Dec. 25 and Jan. 1). Recycling Depot is open seven days a week except for Christmas and New Years. Ÿ Kirschner Road Recycling Depot, 1988 Kirschner Rd. (8 am - 6 pm. Closed Dec. 25 and Jan. 1) Remember to put all wrapping paper (not foil), flattened boxes and cartons into your recycling cart for curbside recycling pick-up or take to your nearest recycling depot. For more info please go to our website at regionaldistrict.com/recycle
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Peachland New Years Day Polar Bear Walk/Run Challenges your 2012 resolution to be active and walk or run 2 k or 5 k through scenic Peachland.
Sunday, Jan 1st 10:15 am Check in is at 9:45 am at the Community Centre, 4450 6th Street. $15 Advanced registration online only at www.peachland.ca Race day registration accepted
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Sunday, Jan 1st 1:00 pm Check in is at 12:30 pm at the Community Centre, 4450 6th Street. FREE, but pre-check in and waiver signing is required. For more information on these and other Peachland events, please visit us on the our website www.peachland.ca or call 250-767-2133.
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December 23, 2011
Editor’s Perspective
Peek into the Past
Merry Christmas to one and all
Logging camps of yesteryear The last of the Peachland logging camps in the bush were established in the mid 1960s. Here is the winter ‘Bush Crew’ in front of the cook house. There are a lot of familiar Peachland faces recognized as old-timers. Gordon Sanderson was the bush boss (left front) and Sophie was the cook. The rolling bunkhouses were pulled by a D6 Cat like a train when a move to a new area was needed. It was easier to skid logs in winter. The logs were shipped to the Trautman-Garraway mill at the top of Princeton Avenue, now site of the storage lockers and body shop.
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t was a little over 14 years ago when the Preston’s rolled into Peachland. We were arriving for a new job and new adventures, in a quirky little place we found almost by accident. We arrived and set up the house. We were excited, optimistic, yet uneasy. Back in Alberta, we had left our families; eight siblings, their spouses, a handful of nieces and nephews, parents and extended family. Though we began to meet new people in Peachland, as Christmas approached, the longing to be with family grew strong. That first year, we went to an event called Christmas Light Up. It seemed kind of hoaky, after living in a big city, to think that people gathered to turn on Christmas lights. We went anyway and discovered there was much more to the event. It was at Christmas Light Up that we had our first sub-zero hot dogs. It was there we met an elfish, somewhat obnoxious guy named George Waldo, who was apparently mayor. We saw for the first time the Rotary Club and Lions Club working away. Some of the same people who handed out hot dogs and hot chocolate that night still do so today. Freezing one’s buns off in a public park is not exactly my kind of fun, but it was quaint and cozy to snuggle close to the bonfires without lighting winter clothing on fire. That night, we discovered community. Listening to carols, bumping into people we had recently met and taking in the event was a kind of comfort for us Alberta fish out of water. Still, as Christmas drew nearer, our hearts pushed out farther to family and home. We had the tree up, the presents wrapped, the carols playing on the stereo and the house decorated, but there was certainly something missing. Christmas Eve day was the worst. We knew that there would be fun and excitement Christmas morning, but the afternoon time, when we always gathered with family for raucous talk, laughter and good food, would be missing. Just the thought of missing out was enough to make us feel sad. The sun fell behind the mountains and the darkness outside matched the darkness of our thoughts. We were four alone in a town we barely knew and we so wanted to belong. And then we heard it. Off in the distance, through the walls of our house, we could swear we heard carols. They grew louder, then faded, then disappeared, only to come back again from a different direction. We went to the porch and confirmed what our ears had heard. There were carols out there. A fire truck rounded the corner, all brightly lit and festive, music and song emanating from a speaker. The kids were in awe. My wife and I were amazed. For a brief time that night, in our first Peachland year, the yearning for home was replaced by the wonder of volunteers bringing cheer. We will never forget that first night, or the 13 that followed. Thank you Peachland firefighters. Dave Preston, Editor
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A story of forgiveness at Christmas Dear Editor; It was Sunday between Christmas and New Years. I was lingering around in the lobby of my church after the morning service. Everybody seemed to be in a happy mood. I greeted and hugged several of my friends and wished them Happy New Year. Suddenly, I spotted a stout elderly lady. I had met her a few times before, but I didn’t know too much about her. Her face looked very sad and serious. I walked toward her, greeted her and asked politely, "How was your Christmas?" "I am glad it's finally over," she answered firmly. "How come? Were you alone?" I asked. "No, I have a dog," she answered. "Don't you have any family at all?" "I have a son and a daughter, but I don't know where they are. Last I heard they were somewhere back east."
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"That's too bad. Do you have any other relatives?" I asked. "I have a brother in the old country, but I haven't talked to him for 40 years. He didn't want me to move to Canada, so I have left him alone," she said. "Oh!" I said. What can I say next? Finally I heard myself say, "I am glad you have your dog to keep you company." "My dog was sick. Made a mess all over the place. I had to take her to a vet on Christmas Eve." I was speechless. I didn't know what to say. I guess I should have taken her out to lunch. Many years have gone by since that happened, but I still think of her, especially at this time of the year. I often wonder, how many are out there just like her? Why is it so hard to forgive? Anneli Myrberg, Peachland
Time to take back our government Dear Editor; I'm no longer going to be one of the silent majority. Our provincial and federal governments have forgotten their purpose. They are to represent us, the taxpayers. Here in B.C., we have healthcare and education systems in need of improvements. Our money is being spent on BC Rail legal fees, expensive roofs, mining company payoffs, hiring of friends, etc. It's time we took back our government. Do we really believe that we live in a democratic country? Well, maybe on election day. Our elected MPs and MLAs really don't represent
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the people who elected them. They first and foremost represent their parties, not the voters. Vote the party line or else. We'd be better off by having independent MPs and MLAs that will truly represent us, the voters. Look at what the States are going through. Our prime minister was recently given a majority government but, by only receiving 24 per cent of the eligible vote. What's wrong with that picture? Now we have a dictatorship for the next five years, free to pass any bill they make up and free to spend our tax dollars any way they want. Do we really need
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Check out these Christmas displays by Dave Preston We had a few people send in notes about Christmas light displays around Peachland that are worthy of a look-see. Mathieu says there’s a well decorated house on Bulyear Avenue. “It’s on the 180 degree curve and the house is below the road, so you have to park and take a walk to see it.” Laura emailed us about 4502 Princeton Avenue and we were told the Hancharuks at 4358 Huston Road
have gone all out. Here’s a few more light displays you might want to see during a trip around Peachland: * 6040 Jackson Crescent; * 4700 Block of Minto Street; * Trepanier Road, just past Parrot Island Sanctuary; * 5900 Block of Ehlers Road; * Corner of Lornell Crescent and Clarence Road; * A house on the corner of Lornell Court; * Corner of Witt Place and Desert Pines Avenue; * Corner of Lever Court and Desert Pines Avenue;
Whose government is it? Continued from Page 5 65 F35 jets, 30 more MPs or our money being spent on $1,450 hotel rooms, etc.? Right now we have 308 sitting MPs at a cost of $48,581,146 (base salaries only). 30 more MPs would add another $4,731,930 (base salaries only). We now have 105 appointed sena-
tors. Why, I'll never know. Base salaries alone cost us $13,692,000. The total cost for these 413 people would probably shock most people. We need to take back our government. It's our tax dollars being wasted. We should have more control over the spending. Derek Bunce, Peachland
Don’t chuck your Christmas tree, chip it! Contributed Taking down the Christmas tree after the holidays can sometimes feel like a bit of a let down. It doesn’t have to if you dispose of it in an eco-friendly manner. “Your tree can have another life after the holidays. By dropping it off at any one of the convenient Chip It locations, your tree will then be chipped and composted into GlenGrow,” said Waste Reduction Facilitator Rae Stewart. “This wonderful nutrient-rich soil conditioner is excellent for top dressing your lawn, ideal for use in landscaping, vegetable gardens, and even potting soil,” said Stewart. “It’s available at the Glenmore landfill and many landscape supply centers in the spring and summer.” Before dropping your tree off for recycling, please remove all decorations and tinsel, as well as the plastic bags used for transporting the tree. Christmas tree drop-off locations are open from December 26 through January 31 and include: * The Westside Residential Waste Dis-
* A house on Inglis Place, just off Desert Pines; * 3900 Block of Dryden Road.
Thanks for the donations Dear Editor; I want to take this opportunity to thank all the friends, neighbours and residents of Peachland who stopped by our house on Sunday, December 4, to
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drop off a generous contribution to the local food bank. It was great to talk to you all and share the lights of Christmas. David Winter, Peachland
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Openness and Accessibility: The Continuing Challenges by Mayor Keith Fielding The inaugural meeting of our new council is now over, and with its completion, our attention will turn to establishing priorities and financial plans for the next three-years and beyond. During the run-up to the election much public attention was focused on issues such as: • downtown revitalization • recreational opportunities for children and youth, •sidewalks and infrastructure • growth management, • seniors housing • public transit Many other project priorities, the “what” of our agenda, were discussed, as well as issues related to council process -- the “how” of our agenda. With respect to the latter, some critics felt that by holding our Committee of the Whole meetings during the daytime, working residents were prevented from hearing discussion and debate and felt that such meetings should take place in the evenings. In a related criticism, some feedback suggested that the evening council meetings were little more than a rubber stamp of matters discussed at committee stage, and that it would be more appropriate for council meetings to have more debate and substance. Your new council will certainly examine this feedback and will be look-
ing for opportunities to address concerns. However, it will be a challenge to satisfy all interests. It has been our experience that evening meetings are not well attended unless it is for a public hearing on a matter of significant interest to the community, or, there is a particularly important matter on the council agenda. Moreover, if our Committee of the Whole meetings, which often last for four to five hours, are switched to evenings, it is likely that the meeting agendas will have to be split and conducted more frequently to avoid late night fatigue and the need for our staff to be on hand until close to midnight. One approach to ensuring broad community access to council discussion and debate is through the use of audio and video streams of all meetings. The technology is relatively inexpensive for us to acquire, and allows the public to use the internet to view and hear a complete meeting or any part of a meeting at any time convenient to themselves. I have examined the systems in place at West Kelowna and Summerland and am working with our staff to bring forward recommendations to our budget review process for implementation of a Peachland model. Being open, and accessible, is a priority for our council, and it is clear that technology can play an important role in helping us to achieve that goal.
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A safe holiday is a happy holiday New Year’s Eve Party
R.C.L. Legion #69
Sat. Dec. 31 - 8pm to 1am Gar Wyatt Distribution Service Agent FortisBC
Featuring
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*Dancing (incl. specialty) Make safety a priority this winter with some simple tips:
*Party Favors *Karaoke
� Watch children around fireplaces. Put up a safety guard or hearth to protect little hands. � After a snowfall, clear the path to your meters and brush away any snow build up. For more holiday safety tips, visit fortisbc.com/safety.
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Anita leads Conga Line - Puttin’ on the * L i g h t M i d n i g h t B u ff e t Glitz - April, 2011
*Toast the New Year with Sparkling Bubbly
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December 23, 2011
O Christmas tree
by Peachland Elementary grade 4/5
It is our sincere pleasure to wish all the people in your home a very Merry Christmas and a contentment that will last throughout the New Year! Moe, Sointu and Pomo
Mrs. Judd’s grade 4/5 class at Peachland Elementary was proud to provide articles and artwork for this years Christmas edition of the Peachland View.
Best wishes for a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year Remember your family and friends by driving carefully and getting home safely for the holidays.
Dan Albas, MP Okanagan-Coquihalla 1-800-665-8711 www.danalbas.com
Wishing you a joyous Christmas and a most prosperous and healthy New Year.
Pictured l-r are: Shirley Geiger, REALTOR®, Dave Collins REALTOR®, Property & Strata Manager, Cecile Guilbault, REALTOR® and Larry Guilbault, REALTOR®. Kneeling is Doris Taylor, Office Manager. Missing from the photo are: Leah Delisle, REALTOR®, Jan Marsden, REALTOR®, Brenda Moshansky, REALTOR® Valerie Rock, REALTOR® and IIse Winzer, REALTOR®.
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December 23, 2011
O Christmas tree • by Peachland Elementary grade 4/5
It is our sincere pleasure to wish all the people in your home a very Merry Christmas and a contentment that will last throughout the New Year! Moe, Sointu and Pomo
Christmas Tree by Beckham
Christmas Tree by Audrey
A beautiful tree stands in the corner. Charming decorations hang on the branches of the tree. Rainbow coloured ornaments sparkle from the tree. Tinsel and garlands reflect off the tree. The tree was so beautiful because there was so many beautiful ornaments. Beneath the tree piles of presents. The Christmas tree dominated the room. Merry Christmas to all and to all a good night!
In the corner of the room stands a beautiful evergreen tree. The decorations hung fro a tree with garland and balls on the branches. On the tree, rainbow lights sparkled because of the dark. The glowing tinsel and garland gave off a myriad of glistening colours. A silver angel adorned the tree. Piles of presents were decorated with wrapping paper and bows. The glittering Christmas tree dominates the room.
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Wishing you and your loved ones a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! Peachland Centre Mall • 250-767-1958
Council and staff at the District of Peachland Phone: 250-767-2647 Fax: 250-767-3433 Web: www.peachland.ca 5806 Beach Avenue, Peachland, BC, V0H 1X7
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December 23, 2011
O Christmas tree
by Peachland Elementary grade 4/5
Christmas Tree by Shenelle
Christmas Tree!!!! by Abbott
Christmas Tree by Jenelle
The beautiful evergreen tree stood in the corner of the room. Children hung decorations on the branches of the Christmas tree. Sometimes colours of the rainbow because it is so bright. When you put lights on the tree the garland and the tinsel. Angels adoms on top of the tree. Beneath the tree there are piles of presents. The tree doninates in the room.
An exquisite evergreen Christmas tree stands in the corner of the room. Hanging the decorations on the branches is a lot of fun. Rainbow coloured lights sparkle in the distance because they are shiny. Tinsel and garland come in a myriads of colours. The angel adorns the top of the tree. Beneath the tree there are piles of presents. The Christmas tree dominates the room I better decorate my Christmas tree!!
People are starting to get in the Chistmas spirit!! As I saw a beautiful evergreen tree being set up befor my eyes. I noticed how many lovly decorations were being hung on every branch. But the most magnificant thing about it was the rainbow coloured lights I have ever seen such beauty in one tree. Tinsle was hung in so many places it was amasing. An angel ador the very top of the Christmas tree. Beneath, were many piles of presents, you could just haredly see the floor. A single tree with lots of presents dominates the whole room.
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Boxing Day Brunch
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From our family to yours, Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! We look forward to serving you in 2012
9th Annual New Years Day Pyjama Brunch
9:30 - 3:00 pm Come in your pyjamas and get free Mimosa! We don’t care what you look like. If you sleep in the nude, come in the nude and get a free breakfast! (Just kidding!)
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Season’s Greetings Wishing you a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. Please travel carefully and remember that live online road reports are available on the www.drivebc.ca website. Please have a safe and enjoyable holiday season. - Bill & Edna Barisoff
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December 23, 2011
O Christmas tree
Christmas Tree by Aden
Christmas Tree by Emma
Christmas Tree by Jordan
The evergreen tree stands in the corner and sparkles. Decorations hang from each and every branch. The beautiful lights dangle off the bottom of the tree. The tinsel hung on the tree and shone nicely as the sun reflected off the garland. The angel adorns the tippity top of the tree. Laying beneath the tree, there’s many presents and a decorated skirt. The Christmas tree dominated the room because it is very large and beautiful.
There is a beautiful evergreen in the rooom. Hanging decorations were on lots of branches. Some decorations made rainbow coloured sparkles on the wall and floor because the sun shind on them. Tinsel and garlands coloured the tree. The angel adorned the tree. Piles of presents decorate the floor. Christmas dominates the room.
A massive beautiful evergreen tree stands in the corner of the admiring room. Shimmering decorations are hung from the sparking branches of the tree. A rainbow of coloured lights glistened and dazzled. Garlands and golden tinsel reflect off the myriad of different colours. A silver angel adorns the top of the tree to make it stand out even more. Beneath the huge tree, piles of great presents decorate the floor. After decorating the tree it looks so magical. The immense Christmas tree dominates the whole room.
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Rocky J’s Beach Hut
Wine Shoppe
Merry Christmas & Happy New Year! Have a safe and happy holiday season Closed Dec. 25 & 26 and Jan 1 5866 Beach Avenue, Peachland, BC 250-767-2454
by Peachland Elementary grade 4/5
The finest little wine shop in the Okanagan. We are proud to offer the finest wines, the best service and great specials.
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Wishing You Health, Happiness and Prosperity for 2012 from From Dr. Don MacRae, Dr. Jeff Krawchuk, Dr. Peter Cormillot and the girls! 4405 3rd Street, Peachland 250-767-6411
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December 23, 2011
O Christmas tree • by Peachland Elementary grade 4/5
Merry Christmas! We have enjoyed helping Peachland residents achieve their financial goals over the past year. It is a pleasure to be a member of this community! To those we have met, our thanks for your warm reception and patronage. To those we have not yet met, we look forward to meeting you soon.
Shayn Moritz, CFP 5860B Beach Avenue Peachland, BC V0H 1X7 250-767-3358 www.edwardjones.com Member - Canadian Investor Protection Fund
Drive carefully and have a safe and happy holiday season. Drop off and Pick-up service available within Peachland
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Season’s Greetings to all our past, present & future customers We wish you a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
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The Peachland Chamber of Commerce would like to wish all its members and the community a warm and delightful holiday season and a wonderful New Year! We would also like to thank all those individuals and businesses who have supported us throughout 2011 and helped make each of our events a success.
A SPECIAL THANK YOU goes to: Ancient Healing Blind Angler Grill Bliss Bakery & Bistro Boys & Girls Club Britco Brown Benefits Central Okanagan Economic Development Commission Cove Lakeside Resort Darlene Hartford Deep Creek Estate Winery District Of Peachland DJ Plumbing
Dockside Marine Dunamis Projects Edward Jones-Shayn Moritz Janice Hancharuk Jasmine’s Custom Jewellers Johnston Meier Insurance Karen’s Place Kelowna Gospel Lanai Boutique MacDonald Reality Moe Martin Real Estate New Monaco On Beach Boutique
Peachland View Peachland Visitor Centre Peachland Wine Shoppe Postnet Rocky J’s Beach Hut Serendipity TNI & Effective Printing Treegroup Valley First Credit Union Vangie Neyedli Waterfront Grill Westbank First Nation Westside Curb Appeal
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December 23, 2011
O Christmas tree by Peachland Elementary grade 4/5
The Christmas Tree by Cierra A stunning evergreen sits in the corner of the livingroom. Numerous shining lights hang from the deep-green branches. Glowing rainbow coloured lights sparkle in the moonlight. Silver tinsel and gold garland reflet off the myraid of tiny colourful lights. A shinimering angel adorns the top of the dazzling tree. After decorated the presents I hid them under the tree. The tree and all presents dominates the room.
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May the Peace and Joy of the Christmas Season be with you throughout the coming year!
Christmas Tree by Sky A beautiful evergreen tree stood in the corner of the room. Decorations hung everywhere, on every branch because it makes it beautiful. Rainbow coloured sparkles covered the tree. A Myriad of coloured tinsel and garland covered the tree. Gently, an angel adorned the tree. Shimmering presents decorated the floor. The twinkling Christmas tree dominated the room.
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December 23, 2011
Your Guide to Local Events & Activities Christmas Lighting – Residential - The 2012 Civic Awards will be held in early May, but the holiday season is the time to submit nominations for the Christmas Lighting – Residential award. Peachland residents are encouraged to participate and compete for this award. Send your completed nomination forms with supporting photographs to the Peachland Recreation Office at 4450 6th Street, Peachland, email to phaffend@peachland.ca. Today, December 23 is the last day for nominations. The winner(s) of this category will be announced at the Civic Awards Ceremony in May 2012. For more information please call 250-767-2133. Friday, Dec. 23 - High School Skating at Stuart Park, brought to you by the Peachland Youth Centre/Okanagan Boys & Girls Club for youth in grades 10 to 12. This is a free event. Meet at 11 am at the Peachland Community Centre. Registration is required. Call Caleigh at 250859-3893.
tre/Okanagan Boys & Girls Club for youth in grades 5 & 6. Cost is $5. Meet at noon at the Peachland Community Centre. Registration is required. Call Caleigh at 250-859-3893. Friday, Dec. 30 - Middle School Skating at Stuart Park, brought to you by the Peachland Youth Centre/Okanagan Boys & Girls Club for youth in grades 7 to 9. This is a free event. Meet at 11 am at the Peachland Community Centre. Registration is required. Call Caleigh at 250-859-3893. Saturday, Dec. 31 - The Royal Canadian Legion will hold a New Year’s Eve Party featuring the vocal stylings of Anita, beginning at 8 pm. There will be dancing, party favours, karaoke, table treats, surPrizes and light midnight buffet and toasting of the New Year with sparkling bubbly. Tickets are $20 and are available at the Legion.
Wednesday, Dec. 28 - High School trip to H2O Centre, brought to you by the Peachland Youth Centre/Okanagan Boys & Girls Club for youth in grades 10 to 12. Cost is $10. Meet at 11 am at the Peachland Community Centre. Registration is required. Call Caleigh at 250-859-3893.
Saturday, Dec. 31 - Join your friends and family for Big E’s Bar & Grill’s New Years Eve Special. 2 can dine for $29.99. Get a 1/2 litre of house red or white wine and choice of two entrees, Steak n’ prawns with baked potato and veg. or baked chicken pesto with rice and veg. Call 250-767-1958.
Thursday, Dec. 29 - Tween Trip to the Movies, brought to you by the Peachland Youth Cen-
Saturday, Dec. 31 - New Year’s Eve Gala at the
Phone number not in the 2011 Peahland Telephone Directory? Call 250-767-7771 or email office@peachlandview.ca with your name, address and phone number. Deadline Friday, January 13, 2012.
St. Margaret’s Anglican Church
Advent Services Dec 24 - Christmas Eve 7 pm - Family Service
Dec 25 - Christmas Day 10 am - Carols with Holy Eucharist
Everyone is welcome to all services For information, contact Lyn Steward, 250-767-6211 or John Miller, 250-767-9270 St. Margaret’s Anglican Church, 4464 4th St. Peachland, 250-767-3131 Church Office open Mon. to Fri. 9:30 to 11:30 am
Your Guide to Local Churches
Crystal Waters
Dentists
Sunday, Jan. 1 - New Years Day Polar Bear Swim Start 2012 refreshed and renewed. Make a splash and do the dash into Okanagan Lake on New Year’s Day in the Peachland Community Centre Polar Bear Swim event. Check in at the community centre for 12:30 pm. Swim begins at 1 pm at Swim Bay. Swimmers will receive participation certificates. This is a free event, but waivers must be signed at time of check in.
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
Elisa McCoy, RMT
Peachland Dental Centre
Peachland Pharmacy
Function Massage Therapy
250-767-6411
www.functionmassage.com
250-767-2611 250-767-2999
St. Margaret’s Anglican Church
Peachland United Church 4421 4th Street
Christmas & New Years Schedule
Sunday, December 25th, 2011
Sunday Worship 10:00 am Morning Prayer Tuesdays - 9:30 am
Sunday, Jan. 1 - 10 am Miracle Healing Service Connecting you to the Glory of God at the Little School House on Brandon Lane
Office Hours 9:30 - 11:30 am Monday to Friday
250-212-4606
4th Street & Brandon Ave
www.crystalwaters.ca
Sunday, Jan. 1 - New Years Day Polar Bear Run & Walk - Celebrate a fresh start to 2012 with the Peachland Community Centre. Get moving with our solution to your new year’s active resolution! Participate in the New Years Day 2k or 5k Run or Walk. Registration fee ($10 to December 23 or $15 after that date) includes post event refreshments and a souvenir. Registration is accepted in advance at the recreation office, online at www.peachland.ca, or on the day of the event. Check in 9:30 - 10 am, with the run and walk starting at 10:15 am.
Medical Services Directory
International Ministries
Sunday, Dec. 25 No Service - Enjoy time with family & friends
Waterfront Grill & Pizzeria - Chicago Swing Theme. Live entertainment with Donovan Sweet. Party favours, generous champagne at midnight, gourmet tapas served throughout the evening as well as buffet table with assorted cheese, deli meats and other favourites. Tickets are $49 per person and available by calling 250-767-3255.
Lyn Stewart 250-767-6211 or John Miller 250-767-9270
250-767-3131 www.stmargaretspeachland.org
“Merry Christmas!” A Special One Hour Service Peachland & Westbank Campuses Combined 10:00 am - Worship Service at Westbank Emmanuel Church 2600 Hebert Road, West Kelowna 250.768.7638 emmanuelnet.ca
250-767-2206 “Let Us Worship Together”
Christmas Eve Candlelight Service 7 pm Christmas Morning Service 10 am Office Hours - Tue, Wed, Thur 9:30 am - 2:00 pm Hall rental contact Doreen 767-2132 Rev. Elaine Diggle
Beach Ave Medical Clinic Season’s Greetings! Walk-In Dr. John Brinkerhoff Dr. Paven Chetty Call for Bookings:
250-767-3432 Open Mon-Fri 9am to 5pm Closed Dec. 26th & Jan. 2nd
A Friendly Welcome Awaits You At...
Peachland Baptist Church Sunday School & Adult Bible Class - 9:45 AM Dec. 24 Candlelight Service - 6 pm Dec. 25 Church Service & Children’s Church Services - 11 am Jan. 1 Church Service & Children’s Church Services - 11 am Pastor John Rankin Join us for: Good Music Bible Messages - Great Fellowship
www.peachlandbaptist.com 4204 Lake Avenue
250-767-9232
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December 23, 2011
Interior Health: Spread joy, not germs, this holiday season Contributed For many the holiday season means a time to enjoy good company and good food. As we spread the joy of the season we need to be extra careful to not spread food-borne illness causing bacteria. These simple food safety tips will help you prepare a safe and tasty holiday meal: Store and thaw safely: Keep fresh turkey refrigerated no longer than three days before cooking. There are three ways to thaw frozen turkey in its wrapper: * Under cold running water (one hour per pound * In a clean sink full of cold water, changing the water every couple of hours * In the fridge (five hours per pound) Thawing poultry at room temperature is not recommended because it allows harmful bacteria to grow. Keep other items, especially those with meat, seafood, dairy, eggs or other moist, protein-rich foods chilled until served.
can be done with a diluted bleach solution (30 ml of bleach per gallon of water) that is allowed to sit for two minutes. Wash your hands well after cleaning the cutting board and before and after working with any new menu items. Avoid cross contamination Store raw meat away from food that is ready-to-eat, including fruit and vegetables (and be sure to wash these thoroughly before serving). Turkeys should be wrapped well and stored on the lowest shelf of your fridge or in the meat keeper to keep blood and juices from contaminating other food. Ensure only clean
Refrigerate Chill food immediately after returning from the store and soon after dinner is complete. Perishable food should be placed in the refrigerator within two hours of being removed from the oven. Refrigerate at 40°F (4°C) or in a freezer at 0°F (-18 °C). Health Canada recommends refrigerating leftovers for no more then two to three days. Put them in the freezer in order to keep them longer.
Clean carefully Wash your hands, utensils and work surfaces well before prep work begins. Once the preparation work is done, clean surfaces in hot soapy water, rinse, then sanitize. Sanitizing
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utensils and cutting boards are used. Use a separate cutting board to prepare raw meat. Wash hands after handling any raw foods and minimize hand contact during final preparation steps. Cook well For turkey, set the oven at no lower than 350 °F (177 °C) and cook for about 20 minutes per pound. Use a good meat thermometer to measure the turkey’s internal temperature and ensure it’s safe to eat. All parts of the bird including stuffing should be at least 165°F (74oC) when removed from the oven. Health Canada recommends an internal temperature of 185°F (85 °C) at the thickest part of the meat as additional assurance. Check the temperature in several places to be sure. Cooked food should be kept at 140 °F (60 °C) while waiting to serve.
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FOR RENT Downtown Peachland Fully furnished lakeshore suites available daily, weekly, monthly from $450/month. Visit www. duckandpug.com or call 250-7672050 For Rent Bachelor suite in Peachland, full kitchen, jacuzzi, electric F/P, alarm, util, priv. parking & entrance. No pets, no smoking, no partying. Single adult. Ref. req. $325 dep. $650/month. Available December 1. Call Denis at 250-859-6660
LOST AND FOUND Lost WWII photographic album, colour green. Consists of personal and bomb damage photos, certainly not replaceable. Any info. appreciated, via Peachland Museum, Legion or call 250-767-2306
Found Fake fur hat/scarf, one blue nylon mitt and one blue finger glove at Heritage Park. Call Johnston Meier at 250-767-2500 to claim
PERSONAL Alcoholics Anonymous Peachland Fellowship
Meets Monday at 7 pm (closed meeting) and Friday at 8 pm (open meeting). Call 250-763-5555 for more info.
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Storage For Rent Storage for rent, downtown Peachland, 5’ x 8’ & 10’ x 16”. Call 250767-6348 Reno Sense Home Repair Ltd. 25 years experience No job too small Including drywalling & texturing ceilings Fully Licensed, insured & W.C.B. Call Eric 250-767-2593 Sparrowhead Music 24 Track Recording Studio Drum Lessons 12 week Pro Tools Course PA-Sound System Rentals 250-575-8757 sparrowhead@shaw.ca www.sparrowhead.ca
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Peachland United Church
BARGAIN BIN Closed until Jan. 5, 2012
No items will be accepted while we are closed
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PHONE 250.767.7771 Fax: 250.767.3337 Email: peachlandview@shaw.ca or mail your advertisement to: Peachland View, PO Box 1150 Peachland BC, V0X 1X0 PEACHLAND VIEW OFFICE HOURS: Monday - Friday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Advertising Regulations: The Peachland View reserves the right to classify ads under appropriate headings and to separate therefore and to determine the page location. The Peachland View reserves the right to revise, edit, classify or reject any advertisement. All claims of errors to advertisements must be received by the publishers within seven days afterthe first publication. It is agreed by the advertiser requesting space that the liability of the Peachland View in the event of failure to publish an advertisement or in the event of an error appearing in the advertisement as published, shall be limited to the amount paid by the advertiser for only one incorrect insertion for the portion of the advertising space occupied by the incorrect or omitted item only and that there shall be no liability in any event greater than the amount paid. Advertisements must comply with the British Columbia Human Rights Act, which prohibits any advertising that discriminates against any person because of his/her race, religion, sex, colour, nationality, ancestry or place of origin or because his/her age is between 44 and 65 years unless the condition is justified by a bona fide requirement for the work involved.
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Christmas at the Little Schoolhouse Students from Mrs. Thiesmann’s class at Peachland Elementary School sing carols at the Little Schoolhouse to seniors last Wednesday in what has become an annual event. The kids went back to school with gifts from Santa and the seniors. photo Eric Hall
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December 23, 2011
Regional Transit fares set to rise on January 1 Contributed
Okanagan (UBCO), #4 from Pandosy to UBCO and #6 Glenmore to UBCO, plus increased service frequencies and duration on many other routes. The January 1 transit fare increase is in line with fares in similar-sized communities, such as Kamloops, Nanaimo ($2.25 for single trip cash fares) and Victoria ($2.50). New Kelowna Regional Transit fares as of January 1 are: * Cash Fare – Adult $2.25 * Cash Fare – Senior and student (to Grade 12) $2 * Ticket (sheet of 10) – Adult $20.25 * Ticket (sheet of 10) – Senior and student (to grade 12) $18 * Monthly pass – Adult $60
Kelowna Regional Transit cash fares will increase 25 cents to $2.25 on Sunday, January 1. Monthly passes and sheets of 10 tickets will also be affected by the increase. “It has been more than four years since the last fare increase,” said Ron Westlake, City of Kelowna Director of Regional Services. “These regular transit fare increases are necessary to cover increasing operating and fuel costs as well as improvements to service.” Since the last fare increase in 2007, transit service hours have increased by 21 per cent and 22 buses have been added. This includes introduction of the #97 Express Rapid Bus from downtown Kelowna to UBC
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* Monthly pass – Senior $42 * Monthly pass – College $48 * Monthly pass – Student (to Grade 12) $38 “If you have an existing transit ticket, you can continue to use them in the New Year,” said Westlake. “Just supplement your ticket with 25 cents at the fare box when you board each bus.” Notices regarding the fare increase have been posted on Kelowna Regional Transit buses. The Riders Guide will not be revised at this time, as there are no changes to routes or schedules. Kelowna Regional Transit is a partnership between the City of Kelowna, BC Transit, Districts of West Kelowna, Peachland and Lake Country, Westbank First Nation and the Regional District of Central Okanagan.
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4950 Trepanier Road, Peachland - Private 10 acre property with 5 bed/ 3 bath home located outside of Peachland. Great outbuildings include huge heated workshop, hay shed with corral, storage shed and more! MLS® 10030394
3495 Oak Crescent, West Kelowna - Bright and sunny 2 bed + den/2 bath home in MOVE-IN CONDITION. Ideal location, a perfect retirement, just lock up and leave! MLS® 10028088
GREAT STARTER OR INVESTMENT!
LIVE IN STYLE AT CANYON RIDGE!
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Wishing You A Merry Christmas and A Healthy, Prosperous 2012!
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Moe Martin B.S. Bus. Admin. Broker/Owner (Broker licensed in BC & Alberta)
250-767-2437 moemartinrealtor@shaw.ca
“Buy land, they stopped making it”
The Cody Sisters! For all your mortgage needs...
CURRENT RATE SPECIALS
5 yr fixed rate 3.29% 3 yr fixed rate 2.99% 5 yr variable rate (Prime – 0.20%) 2.80%
Merry Christmas And Wishing You All The Very Best In 2012
3190 McLeod Road, West Kelowna – Updated home on a .24 acre lot with dbl. car garage & lots of parking. THIS IS A MUST SEE INSIDE! MLS® 10027968
241-4035 Gellatly Road, West Kelowna - Newer 3 bed/3 bath townhome in friendly gated adult (55+) community w/ active clubhouse and RV parking. Lots of recent upgrades in 2009, move-in ready! MLS®10032326
Some conditions apply. Rates may change at any time.
Let us negotiate for your best mortgage!
Lara Cody 250-868-7114 laracody@invis.ca
I wish everyone a Merry Christmas...
ToTo allallofofmy clients, my valued valued clients, I wish a Very Happy Holiday && I wish a Very Happy Holiday a Most Prosperous NewYear! a Most Prosperous NewYear! All the best, All Tracey the best, Tracey
4920 Bradley Drive Vaulted ceilings, soaring windows and open floor plan take your breath away when you enter this unique 3 bed, 2 bath log home . French doors lead to a massive deck from the Master Suite Loft revealing panoramic views of the lake & mountains from Kelowna to Naramata. Private, tranquil setting on 1/2 acre backing onto organic vineyard! KELOWNA WESTSIDE Each office independently owned and operated.
$499,000
Thank you Peachland for another successful year in 2011, I’m looking forward to serving you in 2012 Bryon Knutsen
(250) 863-1282 “Our” Community “Your” Realtor
• Director’s Platinum Award • President’s Gold Award • Master Sales Award
MLS®10039030
www.MrPeachland.com 250-707-4663
KELOWNA
bryonknutsen@royallepage.com
Leanne Cody 250-215-5028 leannecody@invis.ca
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