Peachland July 1, 2011 Peachland, BC Volume 07 | Number 26
Replacement playground by old Primary School a no-go By Cindy Fortin A new playground was promised when the old one was demolished and $50,000 was set aside for it, but it was decided at Tuesday evening’s regular council meeting that a playground at Cousin’s Park will not happen. When the older playground, adjacent to the Primary School on Beach Avenue and across from Swim Bay, was removed in 2010 due to safety concerns, 2011 budget money was committed to reinstate it at Cousin’s Park site. The old location has since been paved over for parking spots. The playground was expected to be rebuilt somewhere at Cousin’s Park on the other side of the school. The two sites suggested were: Beside the 50+ Plus Activity Centre along the Beach Avenue fence, or beside the 50+ Plus Activity Centre along the 8th Street fence. According to a report presented to council by Cheryl Wiebe, director of community services, “Although these locations have been determined as the best, given the Cousins Park site, there is no guarantee that a ball will never enter the playground area. In fact, in discussions with the Adult Slo-pitch league, they have serious concerns about either location because, in their league, several members regularly hit the ball into these areas.” Temporary fencing or netting around the playground was considered as a potential solution to any injury risk, but it was thought the public may perceive the fencing as unsightly. In her report, Wiebe added the park is also used for other larger scale special events, such as World of Wheels and Dancin’ Barefoot in the Park. “World of Wheels does not feel a playground in the corner by the 50+ Centre will impact their event. However, Dancin’ Barefoot in the Park is concerned a playground at the site will lessen their event’s capacity and the proposed locations are where either vendors or port-a-potties are typically located.” Other options discussed include using the money to install two small neighbourhood parks in the hillside communities of Princeton, Ponderosa or Trepanier, or installing only one small neighbourhood park, and expanding the playground at Heritage Park. Wiebe’s recommendations were carried by Council, but a decision on an alternative playground or playgrounds has yet to be determined.
Back to work for Canada Post! Peachland Canada Post clerk Darlene Kneller scans a package Tuesday morning, as mail delivery resumed after the CUPW postal strike. Photo Cindy Fortin
By Cindy Fortin It’s back to work for Canada Post workers across the country, including in our small community of Peachland. After a marathon session in parliament last weekend, the Senate passed the Canada Post back-to-work legislation on Sunday. But it’s not as if Peachland postal workers haven’t been on the job all along. Passersby may have noticed their doors remained open for business throughout the strike, and there was no picketing. Peachland posties, as well as those at other small communities, are not of the same union as the larger metropolises. Cities, such as Toronto and Vancouver, belong to the Canadian Union of Postal Workers, or CUPW, as do some larger more “urban” Okanagan municipalities, such as Kelowna and Penticton. While smaller town postal employees, such as our own, are
members of Canadian Postmasters and Assistants Association, or CPAA. Peachland postal workers were at work throughout the strike, but were instructed by Canada Post not to receive letter mail or packages because the major centres where the mail is sorted and processed are located at the larger cities, which were at a standstill. “We couldn’t take in mail because it wouldn’t go anywhere. It would have just sat there until the strike was over,” explained Peachland Postmaster, Debbie Powell. Peachland residents have probably noticed by now that their bills, cheques, and junk mail are arriving once again in their mailboxes. Also being delivered are the HST referendum packages. The provincial government is considering extending the current deadline of July 22nd for returning your HST voting package, due to the postal strike.
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It’s back! The signs are all there. It hit high that is held up by resilient, shock home for me this past week while I was absorbing laminated beams and girders. The doing an announcement at one of Western demand for the people and the product is Canada’s largest technical institutes. This strong. And we have what it takes right here post secondary training college graduates to supply that demand. about 25 per cent of all of the completed Another sign of our growing economy was apprentices going into a wide range of evident at the annual Hong Kong business professions and occupations right across the dinner in Vancouver this week. As minister country. for the Asia Pacific it was an What they were telling honour to bring remarks to the ďż˝ WEEKLY COMMENTARY me was good news, but not sold-out event. The mood in the without its challenges. The STOCKWELL DAY, MP room was clearly optimistic. administration and faculty And it was optimism based on reps said it was starting to look like dĂŠjĂ -vu hard facts, not simply hope. all over again. The demand for all types of Agriculture and energy producers were trades is unmistakeably surging upwards there, talking about what appears to be longagain. They said it reminded them of the term growth and demand numbers. After pressure they felt at the time of major all, as the middle class continues to grow at employee shortages a few years ago. an amazing rate and people move annually It wasn’t that long ago. You remember. out of poverty by the tens of millions per Demands for qualified help or for those year in China, India and other previously The derby girls of SS Rodeo pose together for a photo prior to baring it willing to be trained was so high that many nations the demand from all to raise money and awareness for breast cancer.impoverished From left to right, fast food outlets couldn’t keep open their them for every Carly Vliek (Mia Savage), Ashley Perry (Little Miss Chainsaw), Ainsley type of product imaginable usual hours because they simply couldn’t onlyguide increase. Mosienko (Robin Banks), Teri-Lin Martin (Evol-Lin),will ZipZone Gabbi We are very well placed find the people. to meet those and see our own Richardson, Lisa Johnson, Britnee Boychuk, and ZipZone guide Jess demands MarI’mFront not Centre sayingiswe’re there There are of standard of living and prosperity tel. Hannah Railyet. (Hurricane), who islevels also pictured at right, still many people for work. But risePhotos in theCindy process. zipping through the looking air. Fortin the strength of the economy is evident Westbank First Nations continue to see everywhere. All I have to do is reflect on economic growth. This week I was with some of the events I was involved in this Chief Robert Louie for the announcement week. of a construction project that will upgrade Just last week I attended the opening of a a number of homes on WFN lands. That By Cindy Fortin shouted out: forforboobs!â€? as huge new production facility in Okanagan means there will“Boobs be a need trades and they leapt from the platform ofmore the Falls. Structurlam makes value added wood building supply products. More jobs, A group of eight brave derby first more zip line calledgrowth. Hang Time, situproducts that are used here androller around the sales, economic girls If from the wondering SS Rodeo what baredkind all for about 350 feet in the air above world. you’re of ated An international meeting of private and breastthey cancer June Richmond 23 at Peachland’s Deepsector Creek. projects do, think Olympic public transportation companies with newest attraction, the ZipZone Ad- top“I’m more about naskating oval‌that breathtaking magnificent people fromnervous around the worldbeing also took venture Park, located ked, here than(Vancouver) flying through air,â€? said roof superstructure. They didabout that. six kms place to lookthe at the growth up Princeton Avenue. Sometimes we aren’t aware of the amazing needs in transportation arising from our Several of the roller derby girls growing economy. Continued page 8 of job workers and technicians that we have right As Ion said, the signs here in our own backyard. (They also have a creation and investment are everywhere. We plant in Penticton.) will continue to work on the types of policy I was there this week to announce that they that will keep this momentum going. were the successful recipients of research On another note we can be proud of what dollars in the ongoing development of the Canada is able to offer the world on two next generation of laminated wood beams. different counts this week. This week I had Some of you find that exciting. Others of the honour of meeting with some of our fine you are about to nod off thinking about it. members of our Armed Forces. Canada has Well, hold on. Before I lose you, think about been asked to provide soldiers, sailors, and earthquake proof high-rise buildings, an fighter pilots to assist with other United apartment or office tower up to 25 stories Nations countries in subduing the Libyan By Darlene Hartford, denomination on behalf those believdictator in hisof ongoing assault Peachland Chamber of Commerce ing in conservation of the Peachland bat on his own people. colony. Funding requirements for Bats Once again, as we have Peachland Bats educational initiatives in the Attic initiatives are separate from done throughout history, have received a grant for $4,500. The funds required refurbish the will Primary our toArmed Forces step educational program for bats in the at- School. Theyupare independent to two protect those whoproare tic of Peachland Primary School will be grams. being slaughtered by the enhanced by a grant received from the It is estimated thedictators. full colony has forces of As usual, Public Conservation Assistance Fund returned toI the Primary and expect we willSchool hear good (PCAF). The Habitat have not affected by frombeen others in foreign Come visit Conservation us at theresident batsreports Trust Foundation confirmed an appli- the intervention of guano and asbestos countries that will have the cation bypassed one year agoHome has been and removal. Appreciation is extended to honour of serving with our West Kelowna successful in the second round of fund- corporate sponsors enabling prelimiArmed Forces. Show April 1,2&3 ing.Leisure Perseverance prevailed, allowing nary steps of the educational and confor continuation on program develop- servation program: TNI The Network at ofRoyal Place Inc., and ment bats in LePage Peachland, including gold sponsor, New Monaco, silver education and conservation. sponsor and Westside Curb Appeal and enter to win our draw for Corporate sponsors have provided Regional District of the Central Okanafunding to purchase two cameras and ganor are bronze sponsors. $250.00 worth of carpet create the site www.peachlandbats.ca. Peachland Bats have sparked the inRob Campbell and Chriscleaning. Eytcheson terest of locals, neighbouring communiupholstery have donated numerous volunteer ties and School District #23. Although hours in the preliminary stage of the ed- the program is in the early stages visiucational program. Chris installed two tors at the Visitor Information Centre cameras in the roost and although the (VIC) are intrigued by the maternity first public viewing of the colony was colony and enthusiastically anticipate a at the Meadowlark Festival in May; it bat experience in Peachland. At the VIC will be a week or more before live feed bat shirts are a popular item and many is on the website. Programming is in children have happily taken the Bat Acprogress by Kelsey Chmilar, an employ- tivity Book on their holiday. ee of Peachland Visitor Centre currently Want a unique experience with sumBrenda Herrin Realty on a wage subsidy program. The edu- mer guests? Enjoy sitting on the bench250-212-6745 cational component requires current es in the courtyard of Peachland Primabrenda@brendaherrinrealty.com technical information and program- ry 20 minutes after dusk and wait for ming. 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What do your civic employees earn? In compliance with the Financial Information Act, the District is required to submit a Statement of Financial Information prior to June 30th of each year, to be approved by Council.
Name
Remuneration
Expenses
Total
$11,469 $2,103 $11,469 $21,017 $11,469 $4,137 $11,469 $11,469 $84,602
$350 0 $117 $3780 0 0 $764 $3,395 $8,406
$11,819 $2,103 $11,586 $24,797 $11,469 $4,137 $12,233 $14,864 $93,008
Expenses
Total
$101,466 $129,211 $81,860 $93,985 $89,996 $89,093 $585,611
$8,488 $6,187 $1,367 $5,481 $6,916 $3,911 $32,350
$109,954 $135,398 $83,227 $99,466 $96,912 $93,004 $617,961
Consolidated total to other employees
$1,781,731
$57,264
$1,838,995
Final Total
$2,367,342
$89,614
$2,456,956
Bell, Lindsay Broadoway Condon, Terry Fielding, Keith Fraser, Jean Hurd, Ernie Moberg, Vern Schierbeck, Peter Total
Position
The following list includes the total remuneration paid to each elected official and the total amount of their expenses for the year that ended December 31, 2010.
Councillor Councillor Councillor Mayor Councillor Councillor Councillor Councillor
District employees earning over $75,000 per year must also be listed.
Name Allin, Doug Lemke, Elsie Palmer, Polly Pryde, Douglas Smith, David Topham, Grant Total
Position
Remuneration
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Fire restrictions remain in place Submitted by Kayla Pepper, Fire Information Officer, Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations Kamloops Fire Centre The Kamloops Fire Centre is reminding the public that only campfires smaller than a half-metre wide by a half-metre tall are permitted in the Kamloops Fire Centre. Any open fire larger than this is prohibited. The Wildfire Management Branch has received numerous reports of oversized bonfires and graduation party fires throughout the area. Anyone found in contravention of an open fire ban 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. If the contravention causes a wildfire, the person may be subject to a penalty of up to $10,000 and be ordered to pay all firefighting and associated costs. Since April 1, there have been 53 wildfires within the Kamloops Fire Centre’s boundaries, of which 46 were person-caused. Every year, half of all wildfires are caused by human activity and, therefore, preventable. The Wildfire Management Branch thanks the public for their co-operation in complying with open fire bans and assisting in the detection of wildfires. To report unauthorized burning or an unattended campfire, please call *5555 on your cellphone or toll-free to 1-800-663-5555. For the latest information on restrictions, visit: www.bcwildfire.ca.
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Editor’s Perspective
Pleasure craft licensing crackdown, “Deer who attack”, and more… By Cindy Fortin Editor ∙ peachlandview@shaw.ca I had a difficult time with my editorial this week -not in finding a subject, but rather, in choosing one. So many events had me shaking my head this past week, so I will speak a little on each. The four that topped my list: The pleasure craft operator licensing crackdown, “Deer who attack”, John Baird on Gadhafi and Thomas Jefferson, and those annoying pro-HST cartoon stick figures. Last weekend RCMP was out in full force for what they referred to as “Operation Dry Water”. (I wonder if they got that name from some U.S. General.) Drinking and driving, whether in a car or boat, is a serious offense. That is not in dispute. What bothered me was this also turned into a check of boat owners for their pleasure craft operator license. If you watched television reports of their crackdown on Okanagan/Shuswap waters, “Do you carry a pleasure craft operator card?” was one of their first questions, sometimes even before inquiring about alcohol. Those without such a license, which must be on your person along with one other piece of ID, such as a driver’s licence, could face fines of $250. I happen to be one person who feels we are being policed and licensed to death, and don’t believe for one moment having that little pleasure craft operators card, which only teaches the most basic level in boating safety and will now cost you $50 to acquire, will stop those who are truly reckless on the waters. And what irks me even more, is out-ofprovince boaters are not required to have one. Why should a lifetime Queen Charlotte Islands fishing vessel captain be forced to take the test and pay for this license, but a visiting 22 year-old newbie-toboating from Washington State, visiting Okanagan Lake with his buddies and his daddy’s power boat, for example, be given a pass? “Deer who attack”… It seems an overpopulation of white tail and mule deer has become a serious problem in the Kootenay region, where the aggressive hoofed animals have reportedly begun attacking local citizens and their pets in the streets. Citizens are now battling each other about whether or not the deer should be culled. One citizen was seen fending off a deer with a shovel. It is reported, the deer was only carrying a rake. (Okay…funny, not funny.) John Baird on Gadhafi and Thomas Jefferson… After a hush-hush trip to Libya, Foreign Affairs Minister John Baird expressed his pleasure on Monday with the caliber of that country’s rebel council members, who are preparing to take power once the country’s dictator, Colonel Moammar Gadhafi is ousted. He was careful to note, however, that “the move from Gadhafi to Thomas Jefferson” will not be quick or easy. I love it when politicians write their own comedy! What made me chuckle is…Could Baird seriously not come up with a Canadian political icon to compare with? The pickings may be slim, but Jefferson?
Peachland Views A special thank you for aid after bicycle accident Dear Editor: To Trish…thank you for helping me after I had my bicycle accident. You were in the right place at the right time. You are an angel. Susan Sawchuck, Peachland
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Water quality advisory lifted The District of Peachland lifted the water quality advisory, as of June 28, 2011, as the water quality has stabilized and currently is below 1 NTU. “We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your patience during this time.” Submitted by the District of Peachland
Peek into the past Ron Redstone, and his ‘trick’ dog on the stool, stand on the unpaved main street of Peachland in 1938. Redstone is sporting his trusty Red Ryder BB gun. In the back is Sunnyside Market with the high Union 76 gas pump at front of the main entrance. Few people would believe it was once a gas station. Sunnyside dates back to at least 1896. Photo contributed by the Peachland Historical Society
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MP recognizes not everyone happy with back-to-work legislation Dan Albas, MP - Okanagan-Coquihalla This past week was an interesting one on Parliament Hill in Ottawa. Debate on back-to-work legislation to get Canada Post up and running again (Bill C-6) began in earnest on June 23. The parliamentary tradition for the recording of debate has all of the discussion occurring on the same day, until the House adjourns. Clearly when such protocols were put in place it was never thought that some two days later, continuous debate would still be underway. In fact, the nonstop debate lasted for 58 hours, apparently a new record in the House of Commons. In the end, Bill C-6 was passed and Canada Post should again be delivering the mail by the time most of you read this week’s report. This was a challenging issue. There are some who strongly disagreed with this legislation, and to be candid, some of the comments I received were inappropriate. It’s not about having a thicker skin, there
simply is no need for name-calling and profanity. Those kinds of comments cross the line and lower the level of debate. I did appreciate hearing from affected workers, who we must all recognize were also adversely impacted by this labour dispute. To my surprise, some of the workers were in support of this legislation, however the majority of them were not. That said, I did hear from an overwhelming number of citizens who were also severely impacted by this labour dispute and their concerns must also be heard. Before the disruption began, many suggested that the importance of Canada Post was less significant in the age of technology with so many paperless options. In fact, one of my initial concerns was that the labour dispute would lead to more citizens turning to paperless alternatives and that would harm the long term viability of Canada Post. If there is one positive to this dispute, I can now say with certainty that Canada Post is very much a Canadian institution that many Canadians absolutely depend upon. Literally hundreds of citizens shared with me how the disruption in postal service was affecting their lives and it was indeed an eye opening experience. One daycare provider, who did not receive payment and as a result, could not put food on the table; seniors were waiting in stress over medical test results; families with sick children unable to file insurance claims; and
Traditional tobacco use is about honour, not addiction By Kym Howay, Interior Health Tobacco Reduction Coordinator for Aboriginal Communities I work in an environment that treats tobacco with respect. You might say, “Why treat it with respect when it kills 37,000 Canadians every year?” It’s true commercial tobacco use remains the number one preventable cause of illness and death in Canada. But traditional tobacco use is different. In Aboriginal traditions, tobacco is a sacred plant. It is given to elders as a gift for their knowledge, used to heal sickness, offered to the spirits of animals when hunted, and as a thank you to Mother Earth for her gift of plants and medicines. Many First Nations use tobacco as a sacred plant. In the Southern Interior region, “Nicotiana rustica” is one of the species that has been grown for generations for cultural purposes. Many tribes call a variety of other plants “tobacco”, that are actually sage, red willow, fungus, sweet grass, cedar or juniper. These other plants are often mixed with tobacco. When used for traditional purposes, tobacco is used in small amounts and is rarely inhaled. It contains nicotine, but in smaller amounts than in cigarettes or smokeless tobacco. Risk of addiction is low, and people who use it are not exposed to the 4,000 other chemicals contained in commercial tobacco smoke. So how did we get from honouring tobacco to misusing it? How did we shift from a culture that respected
the earth’s gift, to a people that use tobacco in an addictive way and then grind it beneath our heel when we’re finished with it? Many factors have contributed to tobacco misuse. Our residential school experiences, poverty, role modeling, and marketing by tobacco companies have all played a part. Recently, an elder told me he’d been given cigarettes at residential school when he turned 14. There was a special smoking room in the school for the older students, and it was considered a privilege and bonding experience in a stressful environment. For these and other reasons, today’s Aboriginal people have the highest rates of tobacco misuse of all cultures in BC. We are addicted to tobacco and are no longer using it the way it was intended. So how can we change this picture? First, we can draw upon the strength of our culture and our elders, and teach our children from a young age to respect tobacco and not misuse it. We can use the tools available through the health care system: Nicotine replacement therapy, other medications, cessation groups and QuitNow Services (http://www.quitnow.ca). We can grow our own tobacco and other plants for use in ceremonies. In all these ways, we can move back to using this sacred plant for healing and respect, and stop our dependence on commercial tobacco. For more information: (http://aboriginalactnow.ca/or http://redroadcollective.bravehost.com/SacredTobacco.html
employees facing layoffs and small businesses owners considering closing. As the debate proceeded, I heard from more and more citizens. It became obvious there was a critical need to see this legislation through and ultimately the 58-hour debate marathon was the price we would pay in parliament to ensure the Bill was passed. I do recognize there are those who will be unhappy with the back-to-work legislation, and disappointed that I voted in favour of it. While I doubt there will ever be unanimous agreement in a democratically diverse country like Canada, in this case the real life challenges that this labour dispute was creating could not be ignored. Of the many citizens I heard from, 83 per cent were in favour and 17 per cent were opposed. In my opinion, this vote was not based on its popularity or public support, but was based on public need. I am hopeful we will all better recognize the importance of Canada Post in future discussions, as this was the seventh time in Canada’s history back-to-work legislation has been passed relative to this important crown corporation. I would like to sincerely thank everyone who shared his or her comments and words of support during the 58-hour marathon. As your Member of Parliament it was very moving to know that many citizens all across Okanagan-Coquihalla were following the work I was doing in Ottawa on your behalf.
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Bylaw officer should concentrate on more than just wild running dogs Dear Editor: Don’t you agree that catching these culprits by our bylaw officer would be more rewarding than ‘removing’ wild running sausage dogs from one owner’s front lawn, supposedly running wild, presumingly chasing deer? Wouldn’t it? The location of my observation was the junction to both gravel pits up Trepanier Road by the water quality checking station, somewhat ‘off road’! For a minute or two I actually hoped and believed that those punks left for Vancouver to party. I am convinced now that the behaviour of those citizens is cancerous and wide spread irreversible! I resign and dwell into my past. Spray paint in pressurized cans wasn’t invented yet; one had to carve things into the bark when horny. Helmut J.K.
Hardy Falls and Antler’s Beach areas a danger to drivers Dear Editor: Hardy Falls Regional Park is a very popular tourist attraction, winter and summer. Winter finds the locals taking in the beauty, especially if we have a snowfall or icicles forming on the walls of the falls. Summer brings tourists from all over the world and they travel through the Okanagan Valley. After spending time walking the creek side up to the falls, or watching the salmon spawn in September, it is very easy (after taking in the sights) to lose oneself, forgetting that they travelled busy Hwy 97 to get there. Yesterday, while sitting at the stop sign on Hardy Street, I witnessed a very, very near head-on collision. I had followed an older couple that had just pulled away from the parking area at the park entrance. They were chatting as they slowly drove to the stop sign on Hardy Street at the entrance to Hwy 97. He looked left to see that nothing was coming and pulled out onto Hwy 97 going southbound. He did not step on the
gas pedal immediately, probably still contemplating the walk he had just enjoyed. The speed limit in that area is 70 km/h, but very few abide by that. A young fellow in a small black car came screaming around the curve, at what I estimated to be in excess of 85 km/h. He couldn’t stop in time, of course, so without even slowing down he crossed the double line to get around the slow vehicle, at the same time a northbound truck was coming at him. How they missed each other had to be one of God’s miracles. A suggestion, to protect the tourists mainly, who are unfamiliar with the area: Just before the stop sign a cautionary sign should be posted, something along the lines of: “Extreme Caution – you are about to enter onto the main highway. Speed limit is 70 km/h” in red lettering. Somewhere in my travels, perhaps Alaska, I remember seeing a similar sign and being very thankful that it was there to remind me, as I was driving a motorhome
at the time. Most of our foreign visitors are driving rental motorhomes when they stop at Hardy Falls. There is another dangerous area just past Hardy Street – Antler’s Beach parking area and swim beach. In the 13 years I have lived here I have witnessed two rearenders, with injuries and many near misses as people melt rubber trying to stop. As I’m not always at home, there have possibly been more accidents over those years. Southbound vehicles on Hwy 97 do not have a turning lane in order to turn left into the parking lot. Suggestions: Either post a sign for southbound traffic before the parking lot – “No left turns” or install a short turn lane. If you check out the area you may find that, halfway down the long parking area, you could repaint the lines and jog northbound traffic to the right in order to accommodate a turn lane. Antler’s Beach is an extremely popular swim area in the summer. Peggy Oliver, Peachland Cc: Corp. of the District of Peachland
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Friday,July 1 - Peachland Celebrates Canada Day Plans are well underway and festivities promise an exciting day for everyone. Several of the planned activities require additional volunteers including the Peachland Beach Run, Children’s Carnival and more. To volunteer or for more information call 250-767-2133.
Beach Avenue, turning around at 14th, Lake and San Clemente. The 10k course follows north on Beach Avenue, right on Buchanan and down into Robinson Place, returning along the same way but including the 14th and Lake addition. This event is put on by the Peachland Recreation Department. For further information call 250-767-2133.
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grade 6. There will be games, snacks, crafts and prizes. Please call Pastor John at 250-767-9232 and register by June 28.
Wednesday, July 6 - The Little Schoolhouse Society Will hold its AGM at the Little Schoolhouse, 1898 Brandon Avenue at 11 am. All members and former memFriday, July 1 - Peachland Beach Run - The 5k run, 5k walk Tuesday to Thursday, July 5 - 7 - Peachland Baptist bers are welcome to come to the meeting. and 10K run attracts up to 400 participants. Starting and Church - Is holding a free day camp called “Scuba” finishing at Heritage Park, the 5k course heads north on from 9 am to noon for children from kindergarten to
ONGOING EVENTS Friday, July 1 - Waterfront Grill & Pizzeria - Live enter- Quilters - 50+ Activity Centre - 1:15pm; Royal Canadian masters - Lakeview Heights Community Centre, West tainment; PWC - Men’s Coffee Club, 10am; Rocky J’s Legion - Euchre, 1900 hrs & Mini-double Snooker tour- Kelowna, 7pm; Royal Canadian Legion Branch 69 - Big Slick Poker 7pm nament - Karaoke hosted by Billy’s Basement, 7pm Saturday, July 2 - Royal Canadian Legion Branch 69 - Tuesday, July 5 - Lions Den Meeting - Community PoMeat Draw, 1500 hrs & Karaoke with Anita - 1900 hrs; licing Station, 7pm; 50+ Activity Centre - Peachland Bridge Club, 7pm, Carpet Bowling - 10am, Bridge - ex50+ Activity Centre - Carpet Bowling, 10am perienced and novice, 7pm & AA at Noon; PWC - Tai Sunday, July 3 - PWC - Jerry Dober Sunday Breakfast, Chi, 6pm; Royal Canadian Legion - Darts, 7pm 8 am Wednesday, July 6 - 50+ Activity Centre - Chess Monday, July 4 - 50+ Activity Centre - Take Pounds Off 1:15pm, Yoga - 1:30pm; CO Model Railway Company Sensibly, weight lose program, 9:30am, Tai Chi - Noon, Group - Peachland Museum, 7pm; Westside ToastQuilting - 1:15pm & Wood Carving - 7pm; Peachland
Thursday, July 7 - PWC - Bereavement Support Group, 10am; 50+ Activity Centre - Iron & Silk Exercise, 11am; Peachland Rotary Club - Noon, Gasthaus: Royal Canadian Legion - Poker Night - 1900 hrs. Boxing - Beginners boxing, both male and female is held Monday and Wednesday at 4th Street Place at 6 pm. For more information call 250-767-9538.
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Peachland celebrates
canada day 2011 Heritage Park
Pancake Breakfast Brought to you by Emmanual & Peachland Baptist Churches.
Peachland Comm. Ctr. Banquet Room
7 AM – 11 AM
Senior Slowpitch TournAMent
Cousins Park
8AM-5PM
Canada Day Farmers Market
Heritage Park
9:00 AM – 3 PM
Dance City Academy
Rotary Pavilion / Spirit Square (Heritage Park)
10:30-11:00 AM
Lions & Rotary Concessiony
Heritage Park
11-4 PM
Variety Singers in Concert
Heritage Park Spirit Square
11-11:30 AM
Canada Day Ceremony & Cake
Spirit Square @ Heritage Park
11:30 PM -12 PM
Variety Singers lead ‘O’ Canada and Join us for Canada Day Birthday cake – decorated by the Peachland Arts Council, served by the Peachland AMbassadors.
Banat Al Raks Belly Dancers
Heritage Park Spirit Square
12:15-12:45 PM
Take a ride on a magic carpet, imagine yourself on the banks of the Nile as you enjoy Middle Eastern Dance with this professional dance troupe.
Family Fun
Heritage Park
Events start 12:30 PM Through until 4:00 PM
Papa Thom
Heritage Park
1:00-2:30 PM
Get Wet Events
Swim Bay w. Lifeguards
11AM-12 PM and 3:00-4:00 PM
Shakewood Annie
Heritage Park
3:00 PM-4:30 PM
Shakewood Annie is a participation event with never ending contests and prizes. Multi-costumed performers lead zumba-style easy fun dance for all ages. Canada costume prize. Tickets for the draw prizes at 4:30 PM handed out to participants.
Draw Prizes
Heritage Park
4:30 PM
You have been playing and participating all day! Bring your tickets to Heritage Park for the draw prizes. Don’t miss it. Great prizes to be won! Then ...line up for the parade!
Canada Day Parade
13th & Lake
5:00 PM Start
A Canada Day Evening in Peachland
Check In 6:30-8:00 AM Race Start 8:30 AM
Pre-registration only. No day of race registrations. Early rate cut off is June 18th. Last day to register is June 29th. To register come to the community centre or call 250-767-2133. Race jersey to the first 275 registrants only. Fundraiser for Children’s Cancer by Donation at the race. Check in at Heritage Park.
Peachland Beach Run 5 K / 10 K Run or 5 K Walk
Don’t miss this fabulous breakfast! A great way to start your Canada Day, or to refuel after the run. Breakfast $2 each!
Check out the Slo-pitch game, and enjoy the featured beer garden
Come and shop at the Farmers Market. Lots of variety.
Don’t miss the performance from these incredible young dancers.
Fresh and Delicious! Hamburgers, Hot Dogs, Bratwurst and Smokies.
Enjoy the Variety Singers in Concert At Heritage Park
Traditional races – three legged race, Sack race, running race, obstacle course. Party Perfect Inflatables, Face Painting, carnival games. Draw tickets given to participants. Draw prize takes place at 4:30 PM Papa Thom performs at Heritage Park. Enjoy the music and the fun. Draw prize tickets given out for spot dances. Donations for the Peachland Food Bank gratefully received. Come as you are, dressed for the 70’s, Go Green and be seen. Maple Leaf Faces get rewarded Come to Swim Bay for our Canada Day Get Wet events. Belly Flop Contest, swim events and lots more fun. Draw prize tickets given out for participants. Draw at 4:30 at Heritage Park.
Gather around and line the street (Beach Avenue) to cheer for the Peachland Canada Day Parade. Starts at 13th and Lake, turning right and heads down Beach Avenue. To participate in the parade call Lynn at 250-767-6225 or Linda at 250-767-6476. Please do not throw candy, water balloons, etc.
Enjoy your Canada Day evening in Peachland. Many of our restaurants are celebrating Canada Day too, such as Rocky J’s featuring live entertainment (Karaoke) and great specials . Peachland Waterfront Grill featuring live entertainment on the patio with(Papa Thom) and post parade specials. Check them out along with our other fine restaurants, establishments and boutiques. Enjoy a walk on Centennial Way while waiting for the Fireworks.
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Gather at Heritage Park to watch the display set off by the Peachland Fire Brigade. Traditional Pancake Breakfast. $4.50 adults, $2.50 children..
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Pleasure craft licensing crackdown, “Deer who attackâ€?, and more‌ Continued from page 4 True, Jefferson was a U.S. founding father and the principal author of the Declaration of Independence, but are we that brainwashed by U.S. politics we can’t come up with an icon of freedom and liberty of our What about‌? Ah, maybe‌? 4405 2ndown? Street, V0H 1X7 Peachland (Okay‌I guess I see his dilemma.) And finally, those annoying, babbling, pro-HST commercial stick figures‌I wish I had a giant cartoon pencil and could erase them! When is this campaign going to be over? How many millions of dollars did the provincial Liberals claim it would cost to convert the HST back to PST and GST? Money, they said, that could better be spent on things such as health care. Yet, how much is it costing the government to pelt us with the proHST ads? The answer is zero, because ultimately, in the end, the taxpayers are paying for it. Imagine all the health care we could have afforded with that money. At first those cartoon stick figure characters were cute, but now, I’d rather sit on a tack, than listen to another one of those annoying TV ads.
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WaterWise winning entry! Karli Court won the 2011 Peachland WaterWise Water Prize of $500 with her graphic, above. Karli, a 2011 graduate from Mount Boucherie High School, lives on St. Clement Avenue in Peachland. Her winning entry is an eloquent graphic which answers the contest question: What does ‘Water is life’ mean to me? The contest was started in 2011 to inspire Peachland youth, who are in their final year of high school, to express their views about the importance of water. Karli will receive her prize on Canada Day, Friday, July 1, at the Peachland Museum at 4:45 pm. Submitted Candace Chevallier “cutting” at a recent rodeo. She is one of many Peachland Rodeo Club and Mount Boucherie Rodeo Club members to be wrapping up their season. Photo submitted
Peachland Rodeo and Mount Boucherie High School Rodeo Club members end the season with a bang!
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scholarships including, the BCHSRA awards: Frankie Kerr Memorial Award (sportsmanship), The Pay It We would like to congratulate a few of our young Forward Award (ethics/kindness/sportsmanship) and members that have had a very successful high school the Best Boot Forward Award (helpful in and out of rodeo season. Several members are off to the Silver rodeo arena), as well as a $500 scholarship from BC State International Rodeo in Winnemuca, NV, July 4 Cutting Horse Association. Candace will be going to to 9. Dawson Community College in Glendive, Montana Courtney DeMattos is the new Miss BCHSRA Prin- this fall on a Rodeo Scholarship (books and tuition). cess for British Columbia and will be representing Honour Roll Student, Jessie Bates also qualified for the province at the Silver State International Rodeo. the provincial high school rodeo finals in barrel racCourtney will be competing there in the Queen event, ing and earned scholarships at the BC Rodeo finals. goat tying and pole bending. Jessie will also be going to Dawson Community ColAllie Sorenson qualified for the provincial high lege in Glendive, Montana this fall on a Rodeo Scholschool rodeo finals in barrel racing and pole bending, arship (books and tuition). and will also be competing at the Silver State Rodeo Other Peachland residents, Nik Smith and Keira in these events. Smith, also competed in the BC high school finals Candace Chevallier qualified for the provincial and did really awesome! Nik will compete at the high school rodeo finals in Girls Cutting, barrel rac- National and Canadian High School Rodeo finals ing, goat tying and breakaway roping. Candace will rodeos this summer and will be going to college in also be competing at the Silver State International Texas this fall! Rodeo in five events. She had a strong finish for her Congratulations, best wishes, and safe travels to all final high school rodeo season and earned several our members this summer!
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Ambrosia apple industry proves fruitful Bill Barisoff, MLA - Commentary I often marvel in my weekly reports at the many good things that volunteers can do when working together for the benefit of our communities. Recently, I learned of a project by the Okanagan Falls Lions Club who collected over 20,000 pairs of eyeglasses to be redistributed to less fortunate citizens around the world. As someone who would be lost without glasses I think this is a truly outstanding program and I would like to commend the good work of the many volunteers involved, on a job well done! Last week the BC government announced regulatory changes that will support the collection of a levy to further support promotion and research in support of the Ambrosia apple. In recent weeks I have attended a few promising events that showcase how innovation can help to create jobs and diversify our local econo-
mies. A recent tour of an exciting new product with Structurlam Industries is not only creating jobs, it is also creating new markets. In the case of the Ambrosia apple, this innovative varietal discovered in the Mennel orchard of Cawston, BC, is now producing at a rate of over 400,000 cases annually from some 800 acres of production. I would also like to remind interested citizens over the recent call for input on the Agricultural Land Reserve with respect to developing guidelines for building size and location. To learn more on this subject please visit: http://www.agf.gov.bc.ca/resmgmt/sf/residential_uses_in_ALR_consultation/index.htm, or stop by my office. Another regulatory change that may be of interest to some is increased insurance protection for consumers who may be sharing the same insurance contract. Historically situations have arisen where a dispute between two parties results in one person intentionally causing damage or destruction to joint property, thus potentially negating insurance coverage for the other party. The
regulatory changes help to ensure an innocent party receives help to recover loses for their share of the property in question and denys coverage for the guilty party. For more information on these changes please visit the following link: http://www2.news.gov.bc.ca/news_ releases_2009-2013/2009FIN0010-000331.pdf. I would like to also make a clarification from an item I referenced in last week’s report. While the recently announced grant awards have been released for the Connecting Citizens Rural Internet grant program, there has not been a date set for a further application period at the present time. I will share further information on this topic as it becomes available. Lastly, this week I would like to recognize the many volunteers involved with the Peach City Beach Cruise and also the Penticton Elvis Festival. These great events not only help support our local economy they also provide great family entertainment. My thanks to all of the volunteers who work so hard putting on great events like these.
Toughest animal cruelty penalties now B.C. law Amendments to the province's Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, which make the inhumane treatment of animals a violation in BC, are now law. "In public consultation, British Columbians told us they wanted animals in our province to be safe-
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News from the 50+ Activity Centre Huge pancake breakfast this Sunday! By Sandy Polvere Hosted by the Peachland and District Retirement Services board, our final potluck supper for the season was thoroughly enjoyed by members and their guests last Friday evening. The wind blew energetically, but folks were still enthusiastic about waiting in line to get their hamburgers, hot dogs and veggie burgers from our notorious BBQ chefs Roy and Syd. It always amazes me when I see so many people anxiously bringing in their potluck dishes and the number of salads equals the desserts to balance off two huge tables for everyone to sample. How does that always work out so well? Returning by special request, the amazing Roland Quest entertained the crowd playing guitar and singing his favourite melodies for the remainder of the evening. It was a nice way to end the season. As always, a special thanks to all our volunteers who constantly make events like this one a success! Our monthly potluck
Council Highlights For the Regular Council Meeting of June 28, 2011 By Erin Boyes, Executive Assistant EDC Economic Impact Study Terms of Reference District of Peachland Council considered a report prepared by the Peachland Economic Development Committee regarding an Economic Impact Study Terms of Reference. The PEDC was directed to prepare a report that will assist in the understanding of the economic implications and viability of current residential and commercial growth projected over the next 20 years. Council approved the Terms of Reference and authorized staff to move forward with the Request for Proposal for an Economic Impact Study. McDougald Road Gravel Pit Operations Council passed a resolution to authorize the District’s solicitor to seek an interlocutory injunction to prevent the owners and/or occupiers from carrying out earthworks that contravenes the District’s bylaws at 5440, 5450 ad 5460 McDougald Road Lower Princeton Area Sector Plan Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw Council gave first and second readings to the Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 2004, 2011 for the provision of including the Lower Princeton Area Sector Plan. Staff was also directed to set a date for a public hearing.
Beach Ride Rental Business Application Reconsideration Council supported in principle the Beach Ride rental business application in time for this summer’s tourist season. 2011 Annual Report Council adopted the 2011 Annual Report. Prior to June 30 of each year the District is required to prepare an annual report for the preceding year for public review and comment. The report is to detail the previous years activities and establish objectives and measurements for each department for the upcoming year. The 2011 Annual Report can be viewed online at www.peachland.ca, or at the municipal office. Ponderosa Pincushion Phased Development Agreement Authorization Bylaw Council gave final reconsideration and adopted the Ponderosa Pincushion Phased Development Agreement Authorization Bylaw No. 1999, 2011. This bylaw agreement sets the parameters for growth within the proposed Ponderosa Pincushion development, and includes provisions for affordable housing, amenity contributions and highway access. Playground at Cousins Parks Council approved staff not proceeding with a playground at Cousins Park. Staff will pursue locations for two neighbourhood parks in the hillside communities.
suppers will resume in September. Several volunteers were acknowledged at bingo on June 23 for continuing to do such an amazing job. Without the continuous devotion of Marge, Irene, Lynn and Cal, under the direction of Marie, there would be no bingo at our centre. We all recognize the energy that goes into running a bingo each week from ticket sales to kitchen duties and more. So, a sincere thank you from all of us for your hard work and dedication. Thank you to Leona for being available to fill in when needed. Don’t forget bingo is every Thursday year-round starting at 6:45 pm, and the “loonie pot” is still growing. It’s official! Starting Wednesday, September 13, “Fit at Fifty” will begin as a new activity for all of us to enjoy. Led by Marsha, this aerobic exercise for the older adult will be offered each Wednesday morning from 9:30 to 10:30 am. A mat or exercise ball is essential, as is a paid PDRS membership. To register call the office at 250-767-9133. Don’t forget our next pancake breakfast is Sunday, July 3 from 7:30 to 11:30 am. Tell your friends about our huge pancakes and delicious sausages. The cost is $4.50 for adults and $2.00 for anyone 12 and under. Bring a healthy appetite and start off your Sunday with a marvelous breakfast with us at the 50+ Activity Centre. That is all the news for now, so until next time . . . see you at the pancake breakfast this coming Sunday!
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“School’s out…but learning is not done” By Pastor John Rankin, Peachland Baptist Church I remember when I was young, (such a long time ago!), I really liked school, but I also looked forward to summer holidays. I remember counting down the days because it was a time when I knew we would be going on trips and doing special things as a family. One significant memory was going on a train from Vancouver to White Rock. It seemed like such a long way to go. But, of course, looking at it now, it was only a hop, skip and a jump. It really didn’t matter how far away we were from home, as long as we were away and could explore new territory. School is now out for summer and the children will be looking for all kinds of activities to satisfy their busy bodies (not busybodies), as well as their curious minds. Along with the special times with mom and dad and the rest of the family, camp is a delightful place to meet new friends and do new things. There
St. Margaret’s Anglican Episcopal Church
Sunday Worship 10:00 am Morning Prayer Tuesdays - 9:30 am Office Hours 9:30 - 11:30 am Monday to Friday
Rector Canon Sue Mayoss-Hurd Interm Priest, Rev. Canon Jim Kiddell
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Sunday, July 3, 2011
Centennial Celebration Coming Sept. 2-4, 2011
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are many good Christian camps for children in the our oldest daughter is rejoicing in His presence this area, as well as day camps run by the churches. very moment. When Jesus was on earth, He always My wife Maria and I really love children and we are welcomed the little children even when others wanted looking forward to our day camp here to turn them away. at the church next week. I find it sad People brought their little children to that we hear so much these days about Jesus for Him to bless them and pray what children cost and the complaint for them, but Jesus’ own disciples were that they are more of a liability than a the ones that wanted to send them away. blessing. Psalms 127:3 says children Why would they do such a thing? It is are a gift from the Lord and blessed are because they thought Jesus had more imthose who have lots of them. Maria and portant things to do and they wanted to I were fortunate enough to have four of get on with that. them, although one of them passed away It is sad children get neglected because at only three and a half months old of they are not seen as very important, but SIDS (sudden infant death syndrome). is there anything more important than This was a shocking reminder to us that giving them our time and teaching them we don’t know how long our children of the loving ways of the Lord? Jesus rePastor John Rankin will be with us -- perhaps 18 years or sponded to His disciples ignorance and even less --, and that every moment with them should said in Matthew, “Let the little children come to me, be precious. We know they are precious to Jesus and and do not hinder them, for the Kingdom of Heaven belongs to such as these.” Children are ideal candidates for Christ’s kingdom because of their simple faith. They have a much easier time trusting and have not yet become skeptical, or cynical or hardened. They are generally a blank slate, ready to listen and to learn and to believe. They have not yet been twisted or tainted or corrupted by the false teaching in the world, and they already have a servant’s heart, ready to please the one who is over them. When the disciples argued amongst themselves as to which one of them would be the greatest in God’s A Friendly Welcome Kingdom, Jesus placed a little child in front of them Awaits You At... and said, “…Unless you change and become like little children you will never enter the Kingdom of Heaven.” 4421 4th Street Peachland We can all learn from children. We must learn from children!...to be humble and harmless and forgiving 767-2206 Baptist Church and as ready to learn and serve as they are…for if we “Let Us Worship Together” don’t, the consequences will be tragic.
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Knoblauch, Ardeth Adair passed away on June 23, 2011 at the age of 78. She was dearly loved and will be remembered by her children Allen (and Freida) Aune, Dennis (and Betty) Aune, Sharmion (and Robert) Billey, and Desiree (and Steve) Milpacher; her brother Fred, her grandchildren and great grandchildren, in-laws, cousins and dear friends. Sadly predeceased by husband Clarence, sisters Oriel and Gwendolyn, brothers Donald and Stephen and parents Oriel and George. She has returned to the natural world that she so loved. A Celebration of Life to be held at 5439 Clements Crescent, Peachland, BC, Saturday July 2 from 1:00 pm to 6:00 pm. Should family and friends so desire memorial donations may be made to the BC Cancer Agency, Centre for the Southern Interior, Kelowna, BC. “Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal.”
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Nancy Allen, Actor, 61. Jean Charest, Politician, 53. Tom Lister, Jr., Actor-wrestler, 53. Christopher Showerman, Actor, 40. Mindy Kaling’, Actor-comedian-writer, 32. Solange Knowles, Vocalist-musician, 25.
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CANCER (June 21-July 22): You are a kind and cooperative person who may be able to help out causes related to the arts or to the environment. Something that bothers you a bit might really bother those around you. New associations involve awkwardness, but only temporarily. Do not stray away from long term goals; setbacks will soon go away. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Your talents should be used for the good of others. You’re a true leader and may win many rewards as a result of your work. A strange social situation or miscommunication may involve something to do with your reputation or with your public image somehow. Things that may seem a hindrance right now may bring recognition later. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): If you are thinking about going back to school, then try to pursue courses in art, music, massage, or commerce. Trying to focus upon something you have to do involving foreign/ artsy interests might seem a chore at first but may wind up helping you a lot later on. Try to educate yourself as to what’s being said around you. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Try to focus more upon what seems most important to you. Avoid possessiveness or jealousy. You know the value of property. A person you know may wish to share secrets with you, but be sure not to trick this information from them, or you may not gain what you need later on. It may be a good time to reassess investments. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): You’re graceful, artistic, and a truly natural beauty. Pick someone earthy and strong for a lover. You might have a misunderstanding involving someone you love or someone you are strongly connected with. It’s time to become more involved with someone you once misunderstood or took for granted. You are uniquely beautiful. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): It may be a good time to look into natural treatments, environmental causes or just good, old, simple massages. There may be differences of opinion that affect you or others you love. Attempt to avoid jumping to wrong conclusions and try your hardest not to over-think lest misunderstandings or problems occur.
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Try to spend the next little while enjoying time with those who you care for and mentor. Enjoy time at galleries and museums with those you love. A situation involving luck or creativity may have you tied up in knots. Take time to sort out issues related to love or children and writers’ block may disappear. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): You wouldn’t give up the people or things you love for all the gold in the world. It’s a good time to garden, decorate, move, sell, or to renovate. Trial and error may not be the best way to deal with family dramas or mishaps at home. Remain patient and understanding-Little problems from the past may soon cease. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Others would do anything for you if you were only to ask. You know the true value of education, travel, current events, and siblings. Communication issues/ misssteps related to travel or close family may cause miscommunications/ delays over the next month. Remain patient, lest feelings and words get out of hand. ARIES (March 21-April 19): This is a time of new connections, relationships, career opportunities, and morals. Nature is very important to you. Miscommunications may change your mind or something to do with your workplace over the next few weeks. Take things slowly and don’t make any decisions regarding your surroundings for awhile. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Someone close to you may have beautiful news to share. Something that once seemed far away may appear closer now that things are yours once more. Make sure that people are patient and understanding but also make sure that you don’t go overboard. It’s a beautiful time to fall in love. New infatuations and crushes appear. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): You’ll find solace in nature, art, pets, dancing, or music. Yoga and massage may hold special significance and healing for you now. Recent setbacks that seem problematic for others around you may seem more of an issue for you than they seem for others. Watch out that fantasies and spirituality don’t result in isolation. info@christinedavisonastrology.com
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Around Peachland
This cactus garden in front of Christine Passmore’s neighbour Ron’s place started to bloom last week. According to Ron, the blooms only last for a few days before they start to fade. Photo Chris Passmore
Peachland United Church members have been busy for months getting ready for the church’s centennial, which will be held in September. William Schooff is seen here painting the inside of the church hall in preparation of the big event. Photo Constance Roth
Jared and Trent Tkachuk waste no time getting off the school bus during the last week of school. Photo Eric Hall
This mother bird and her five chicks enjoyed the waters of Lake Okanagan near Heritage Park last Sunday. This is a Common Merganser, a large fish eating duck, of rivers and lakes, found in Europe, Asia and North America. Photo Richard Smith
Several people enjoyed an afternoon at the beach last Sunday, including this fisherman, left, who perhaps was hoping to catch his meal for the day. Photo Chris Passmore
Hannah Ross, Michelle Wolfindale and Kali Reefschlaeger, left to right, all of West Kelowna, enjoying a day at the beach while celebrating a birthday. Photo Constance Roth
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A 180 degree lake view from this spacious 2 bed/2 bath Eagle’s View townhouse. Level entry with a single attached garage. Hand scraped hardwood floors, granite counters, maple cabinets, s/s appliances. Large balcony with access from L/R and kitchen. Rentals and pets allowed with restrictions, RV parking avail. The ideal unit for a “Lock ‘n Go” lifestyle!
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Priced Right to Sell at $449,500 Great location, gorgeous lake & mountain views! Open floor plan on main features spacious, contemporary kitchen, bright dining & living areas. New furnace & roof are just part of the incredible value of this property. Completely & professionally updated, this tasteful 2+2bdrm, 3 bath home provides you with an opportunity to just move in & spend your days enjoying the Okanagan lifestyle.
Beautiful lake and mountain view. Corner unit w/ private balcony overlooking the creek. This fully furnished condo has SS appliances, granite counter tops, built-in microwave/fan, W/D, Fridge/stove. D/W, upgraded taps and f/fnsd kitchen. Pool,hot tub,2 large garden and BBQ areas, exercise room, sauna, owners’ lounge.
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