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ROBOT FIGHT CLUB: Grade Five students (and one Grade 4!) are busy programming, building, customizing and testing their robots for a big battle coming up March 6 in Kelowna. The SumoBot robotics competition has students prepping for robot supremacy, and they’re working during their lunch hours in the school’s maker space, using LEGO EV3 Mindstorm robotics kits. A total of 94 robots and 200 kids from several different schools will be battling it out on a special sumo mat, and whichever robot pushes the other out of the ring, wins. It’s a great chance for the kids to use some 21st Century skills, says Murray Chalmers, a retired teacher who is working with students throughout the district to get their robots competition-ready. “The best part of teaching robotics is the problem solving that’s required, and it’s hands-on, they’re constantly looking for ways to improve their robot’s performance in the ring. They’re so keen, too and that’s what makes it special.”

The school is hoping to get funding for more robotics kits in the future. Pictured from the bottom far left and going clockwise is Ben Grundy, Caede Manzini, Jaden Young, Lucas Peters, Sydney Adderley, Jackson Hromadnik, Jak Reimer, Jessica Johnston and Preet Gill.

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There may be an end in sight to the Hwy. 97 closure. Transportation officials said early Wednesday that barring any severe weather or rock movement, the highway could reopen by the end of next week.

After a long weekend spent pulling down material and breaking down rock at the side of the Hwy.97 slide, officials said some good progress has been made.

It’s been weeks since the initial slide, followed by days of instability brought by weather changes and rock movement. A statement from the Ministry of Transportation on Wednesday morning said there was no new movement reported over the previous five days.

“There may still need to be a few more sections scaled and/or blasted as we work towards an opening,” the statement said.

The Callan Rd. detour is continuing to work well, with occasional stoppages so crews can do blasting work.

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$726,141. That’s what we’re paying for policing here in Peachland.

The cost represents about 9% of the district’s total general operating costs, and this year, we’re paying $24,770 more for the RCMP to protect our town.

We taxpayers are on the hook for that cost, says Doug Pryde, Peachland’s Director of Finance. Speaking to councillors during a recent pre budget meeting, he says policing costs are now funded 100% from municipal taxation.

“There is no longer any funding from the Policing Reserve that was used between 2012 to 2016 to mitigate the tax impact of policing costs added to the District budget in 2012 as a result of surpassing the 5,000 population mark identified in the 2011 census,” he tells the View.

Policing is one of the district’s largest budget categories, excluding collections for other bodies (such as school taxes), and depreciation.

And similar to school taxes, RCMP costs are controlled by others, including the RCMP for member costs, the City of Kelowna for staff support costs and other expenses, and the City of West Kelowna, for staff support costs and RCMP facility costs.

These costs may fluctuate every year, depending on resource requirements from those authorities, says Pryde.

“Each year the District receives a request from the RCMP of any changes in the number of RCMP members required to serve the community. Every year the district reports four RCMP members are required. The district pays the federal government for RCMP member contract costs, the City of Kelowna for staff support costs and prisoner costs, and the City of West Kelowna for accommodation costs (detachment facility), staff support costs, and the Liaison Officer,” he says.

It’s a hefty price to pay, says Mayor Cindy Fortin. And with a string of recent business break-ins, and reports of suspicious people around town, she wants to see more RCMP patrols — and a better deal for Peachland.

“For a small town, Peachland pays a lot for policing. Unfortunately that amount more than doubled when the 2016 census placed our population over 5000 residents. It put a huge strain on our finances.”

The formula that’s used to calculate how much we pay desperately needs an overhaul, Fortin adds.

“There needs to be a consideration of fairness and affordability for small-sized communities.”

It would also help if West Kelowna increased their RCMP member numbers, says the mayor, to free up an officer to patrol Peachland at all times.

“I know they’re working on it, but at the end of the day it all comes down to cost and recruitment,” she says.

Toni Boot is the mayor of Summerland. She’s also the Director at Large of SILGA, the Southern Interior Local Government Association. Speaking at council’s last Committee of the Whole meeting,

email editor@peachlandview.com Boot says Peachland’s policing concerns are shared by many smaller centres.

“The population of Peachland is 5,400. To go from under 5,000 to a little over makes a huge difference to your budgeting. Our ask to the province was if there could be a change in formula, or even what the municipalities pay, if it could be evened out.”

There’s been no response yet. And none from the RCMP yet, either. To be fair, I asked for their input pretty close to deadline for this week’s paper, and their communications officer is unavailable right now. But rest assured, I’m keeping on this, because I think we deserve some insight on what we’re paying for exactly. We all understand policing isn’t just about being visible and cruising Beach Avenue. Every break-in victim I’ve talked to, has praised the RCMP for their quick response to their businesses and for their professionalism. We know they’re working behind the scenes on things we don’t see. What we want to see, however, is some kind of assurance that we’re getting a fair deal. It doesn’t look that way right now.

BIG PRICE TAG for policing in a small town: Whether it’s a funding formula that needs to change, or some other solution, it’s clear Peachland is paying a lot for policing. The break-in attempt at VantageOne Credit Union back in January was one of the first in a series of similar crimes the past couple of months.

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

When you think bypass, think about local business Dear Editor, In response to Ken Anderson’s letter last week and his observation that traffic flow through Peachland was greatly reduced as a result of the rock slide and Hwy. 97 closure. This is not meant as a put-down to Mr. Anderson’s point of view, which is legitimate if your main concern is a ‘quieter corridor’ for those who live close to the current highway. I genuinely understand concerns about noise from the highway and have close friends who are similarly impacted.

The same huge reduction in traffic flow resulted in immediate and significant costs for many, if

not most Peachland businesses. I spoke to owners and managers of many local businesses including Beach Ave Café, Petro-Canada, A&W, Bliss Bakery and others. Their response was unanimous in that their traffic flow and cash flow were affected immediately and significantly. There is no dispute we are already a very seasonal town and that it is somewhat difficult to operate certain businesses on a year-round basis in this beautiful community.

I have no axe to grind with anyone who would like to see Peachland be a quieter and quaint retirement community. It is wishful thinking however, to

believe that a significant number of local businesses will not fail, should the highway bypass option be adopted. I suggest that if you are in doubt as to what the consequences would be of the Hwy. 97 bypass option, ask the managers and owner of businesses along our current highway corridor and Beach Ave. We all have legitimate self interest concerns or points of view, however, I do believe we should balance or temper self interest with a view as to what is best for Peachland as a functioning community.

-Dave Johnston, Peachland.

Should BC adopt a dollar per vote system?

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Dear Editor, In late 2018 BC voters decided to retain the current first past the post electoral system versus a number of proportional representation options. Yet there remains a strong urge to improve democracy and make it more inclusive. Generally Canadians do not support the political discourse now ongoing in the US. And we want to encourage our sceptical young Canadian voters to get engaged.

I propose that BC adopts and adapts a dollar per vote system that has been tried in Canada and abroad with some success. Here are some general thoughts: 1. Any MLA Candidate that gets 5% or more of the popular vote qualifies 2. The qualifying Candidate gets $2 for every vote they received

3. This amount will be capped at $5,000 per Candidate In this way smaller parties and independents can amass a critical amount of money to better organize and promote their political views and fresh ideas. We have roughly 25 registered political parties in BC and some brave independents. Let’s give them a chance.

This is a far less expensive alternative to administer than a complex proportional representation system.

And it may well increase voter participation. Those voting will help direct funds to Candidates and platforms they support. Those not voting won’t have this opportunity. Therein lies an incentive for people that normally wouldn’t vote to become voters.

-Steve Burke, West Kelowna

We’ll miss Joey’s smile

Dear Editor, As regular overseas visitors to Peachland – for nearly 20 years – my wife and I have enjoyed watching developments there, including the Schoolhouse and its exceptional, welcoming facilities and events.

Much credit goes to having the right person in place, and that means Joey Byatt. It is sad to learn that she has been let go because her contract cannot be renewed. I wonder, given that the current management agreement between Council and Chamber expires in 2020, if there is a reason why a shorter contract, also expiring in 2020, could not be offered to her?

With good wishes to Joey, and looking forward to our next visit.

-Bob and Val Campbell, Worcester, UK.

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TAKE A STAND against cyber bullies

Cyberbullying occurs in many different forms. Here are some types of cyberbullying educators and parents can look for if they suspect their students or children are being bullied.

• Flaming: This is a type of bullying that occurs in an online forum or group conversation. It’s achieved by sending angry or insulting messages directly to the person. Flaming is similar to harassment, but harassment usually involves privately sent messages.

• Outing: This type of bullying is a sharing of personal and private information about a person publicly. When information has been disseminated throughout the internet, one has been “outed.”

• Fraping: Fraping occurs when someone logs into another’s social media account and impersonates him or her. This could be a child or an adult impersonating the person and posting inappropriate content in his or her name.

Sometimes this type of bullying is also called “posing” or “catfishing.”

• Masquerading: Masquerading occurs when bullies create fake profiles so they can harass someone anonymously. The bully is likely someone the person being targeted knows well.

• Exclusion: Sometimes direct targeting is not necessary. Students can be bullied simply by being deliberately left out, such as not being invited to parties or encouraged to participate online conversations.

Securing privacy online is one way to prevent cyberbullying attacks. Students also can be selective about who they share personal information with or whose social media friendships they accept. Thinking before posting and paying attention to language and tone can help curb cyberbullying as well.

Students should stick together and report instances of cyberbullying if it becomes an issue.

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Be sure to check out the HeARTS Festival this weekend!

Valentine’s Day may have been last week but here in Peachland, we are wont to carry our emotions over into this week with our HeARTS Festival. Please bear with us and join in the fun!

We hope you had a good look at this week’s HeARTS Festival schedule and have chosen what events interest you. But if you’re really curious, many of this Saturday and Sunday’s events at the Peachland Community Centre are interactive and invite you to become involved in local art activities in some way.

There is such a variety from gardening to stitching and theatre!

This Saturday and Sunday rounds off the festival with our Artisans Showcase at the Peachland Community Centre when Mayor Cindy Fortin presides at the opening ceremonies at 1 pm. It’s at the Showcase all weekend long where, you, our artists and umbrella organizations, will interact with the public to demonstrate your skills and hopefully entice them to share your love of the arts. Oh, and all participating artists, don’t forget to join us at the Centre on Friday for the Artists’ Reception at 6:30 to 8:30 pm – you deserve to celebrate all your efforts!

Everyone will have a wonderful opportunity to enjoy an hour of first class jazz blues in the Peachland Art Gallery at 5 pm at the end of Saturday’s events and some great food, drinks, and company following the Anna Jacyszyn Jazz Trio. Anna Jacyszyn has always been actively involved on the music and arts scene (with emphasis on jazz) since arriving back in her home town of Kelowna almost 7 years ago. Anna lived and worked as a jazz influenced singer for the past 20 years in London, England and 5 years in Asia, performing and touring with world-class musicians from around the globe. Here in Kelowna, Anna founded Jazz Café – a speakeasy of Jazz music of the highest quality. Jacyszyn will be accompanied by Loni Moger on acoustic guitar and Sean Bray on electric. Dinner tickets at the Peachland Legion for $30 a person can be reserved by phoning the Art Gallery at 250767-7422.

The 4th Captured Images Exhibition opened at the Peachland Art Gallery on Saturday to one of the largest opening crowds it has seen. Several top Okanagan photographers are featured this

year which is, perhaps, one of the reasons. The exhibition carries on winter hours every day except Mondays until March 31.

International Women’s Day is March 8 and the Peachland Community Arts Council will be celebrating it in a two-part ceremony. The theme is Balance the Better: Better the Balance...Better the World. Six speakers have been arranged to share their own life experiences and incorporate the theme. Both ceremonies will be at the 50+ Centre at 5672 Beach Avenue. The first from 2 to 4:30 pm will be a High Tea featuring speakers, Renee Wasylyk, Nancy MacDonald and Susan Haglund and the second from 7 to 9:30 pm a Wine & Cheese featuring Mena Clealand, Beryl Itani and Geneva Ensign-Langin. Both events are open to both men and women. Tickets are by donation and are likely to go quickly. Phone the gallery to reserve.

Well, now that we have this snow we did or did not want, you can either paint it, ski it — or shovel it!

Am I being indelicate? Perhaps, simply ignore it and carry on with what you’re doing – enjoying life!

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Variety Singers’ concert a loved-up start to festival The 2019 version of the HeARTS Festival kicked off first thing Monday morning as the Peachland Variety Singers presented their annual Love In and Lunch to a packed hall at the 50 Plus Activity Centre. Family and friends were treated to a mini concert and food provided by the choir. To add to the Family Day event, the Quilters and Needlework Group had a colourful display of their work which included smocking, embroidery and furry bears. The show piece on the stage was a quilt made up of musical notes and hearts made specially for the event.

Arts activities throughout the week will culminate in the Artisans Showcase at the community centre on Saturday and Sunday from 10-4 pm. Hands on activities will keep visitors of all ages enthralled.

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Monday to Friday

Rev. Robin Graves 4th Street & Brandon Ave

250-767-3131 www.stmargaretspeachland.org

(P.A.O.C.)

Sunday Worship 2 pm

Lake Ave at 13th St 250-767-9237

Pastors: Kate & Steve Hobbs

Sunday Mornings

250-460-2555 call John 250-767-2221

10:30 am

Sunday Morning Service

10 a.m.

BELONG, BE LOVED, Pastor: Ian McLean BELIEVE, BE JESUS

4464 4th Street

(St. Margaret’s Anglican Church building)

all are

welcome

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Our sister Sheila passed away suddenly February 10, 2019 at the age of 55 in Peachland BC. Sheila was born in Calgary Alberta May 24, 1964 but lived most of her life in British Columbia. Sheila was predeceased by her parents Katheleen Mae (Smith) Macleod and Alexander Edwin Macleod. She is survived by her three sisters Janice Maureen (Creason), Heather Elaine (Clark), and Rhonda Louise (Couchman) and 37 nieces and nephews. Sheila loved animals and was studying to be a veterinary assistant at the time of her passing. She will be missed by her family and many friends in the Peachland/Kelowna area.

Sheila will be interred at the Mountain View Cemetery in Mountain View Alberta. In lieu of condolences please donate to BC SPCA.

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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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FEBRUARY 15, 2019

PEACHLAND VIEW

Local Events and Activities: Send the information for your Peachland event to admin@peachlandview.com The Peachland Library - During the month of February the Peachland Library would like to celebrate broadcaster Stuart McLean’s contribution to Canadian literature and culture by offering a variety of his works to borrow and by holding a draw for a boxed set of Vinyl Café books. Do you have a favourite Vinyl Café story?

We would love to hear about it.

HeARTS Festival - HeARTS Festival is a weeklong festival, running from February 18-24 with a variety of events occurring all week. The festival culiminates on the weekend (Feb 23-24) at the Community Centre with an Artisan Showcase from 10 am-4 pm daily. There will be art demonstrations, a quilt trunk show, blindfolded painting and children’s activities (Sunday only Feb 24 from 1-3 pm). The children’s activities are: cookie decorating, paper quilling, iris folding, string art and acrylic painting with tape resist. Please pre-register your child by calling the Art Gallery at 250-767-7422 to ensure we have enough materials.

Art Show - Peachland Arts Council will host Captured Images – February 16-March 31. Open Tuesday and Saturday 9-4 pm, also Sundays 10–4 pm. Open House Saturday, Feb 16 from Noon–3 pm. Everyone Welcome.

30 local photographers showcasing 68 works.

5672 Beach Avenue, Peachland 250-767-9133 Call for Info Office open Mon - Fri, 9:30-11:30 am

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9:15 am, $5 Drop in. Please bring a mat.

50+ Activity Ctre

FUNCTIONAL FITNESS

Please bring a salad, entree, dessert or something yummy to share as well as your own cutlery and dishes Find us on Facebook by searching Peachland 50 Plus Activity Centre peachland50plusactivitycentre.ca

Every Week: Art • Chess • Bowling • Bridge • Crafts • Exercise/Yoga • Ukulele

5 am-10 pm, Community Centre

PICKLEBALL (3.5)

YOGA (RESTORATIVE)

4:30-6:30 pm, Community Centre

INDOOR WALKING

5:15-6:15 pm, Community Centre

PICKLEBALL (3.0-3.5)

6-7 pm at the Little Schoolhouse

8 am, $5 Drop in 50+ Activity Centre

SPIN, CORE, STRETCH

8-9 am, Community Centre

KARATE CLASS

9:05-11 am, Community Centre

HATHA YOGA

9:15 am Drop in from Sept to June, 50+ Activity Centre

YOUTH BOXING CLUB

VARIETY SINGERS

TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY

9:30 am, 50+ Activity Centre

FUNCTIONAL FITNESS 9:30-10:30 am, 4th Street Place

LADIES MORNING COFFEE

10-11:15 am, Peachland Wellness Ctre

6-7 pm Community Centre

6-8 pm, 4th St Place

7 pm, 50+ Activity Centre

POUND

PICKLEBALL DROP IN

(all levels) 8-9:30 pm, Community Centre

TUESDAYS

ZUMBA GOLD

5 am-10 pm, Community Centre

11 am-12 pm, 4th Street Place TAI CHI noon, 50+ Activity Centre by donation

CAPC CREATIVE PLAYTIME CARPET BOWLING

(3.0+) 11 am-1 pm, Community Centre

COFFEE GROUP

10 am, 50+ Activity Ctre

FITNESS ROOM

5 am-10 pm, Community Centre

BARGAIN BIN

INDOOR WALKING

IMMERSED YOGA

50+ FITNESS

9:30 am-3 pm Peachland United Church

9:30-10:30 am, 4th Street Place

TAI CHI FOR WELLNESS

8-9 am, Community Centre

9:15 am, $5 Drop in.

Please bring a mat.

50+ Activity Centre 9-10 am, 4th Street Place

FREERIDE SPIN BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT 9:15-10 am,

PICKLEBALL (3.5) IRON & SILK

BARGAIN BIN

9:30 am-3 pm Peachland United Church

THERAPEUTIC YOGA 10-11 am, Community Centre

(0-6 yrs) 10 am-noon, Community Centre

1-3 pm, Community Centre MAHJONG 1:15 pm, 50+ Activity Centre

CHESS

11:45 am-12:45 pm, 4th Street Place

10:30 am, $5 Drop in 50+ Activity Centre

1:15 to 2:15 pm, Peachland Wellness Ctre

PICKLEBALL (3.75+)

1:15 pm, 50+ Activity Centre

SOCIAL BRIDGE

5:30-6:30 pm, 4th Street Place

Peachland Wellness Ctre 3rd Thur of each month

NEEDLE ARTS/QUILTING

(3.0+) 11 am-1 pm, Community Centre

HIIT FIT

PICKLEBALL DROP IN

SPIN, CORE, STRETCH

PICKLEBALL DROP IN

FITNESS ROOM

5 am-10 pm, Community Centre

ROTARY CLUB PEACHLAND

Grades 4-7, 4:30-7:30 pm, $3/session or $10/month Boys and Girls Club

TWEEN DINNER NIGHT

LINE DANCING

ZUMBA

(Drop In) 3:45-4:45 pm, Community Centre

FAMILY MULTI SPORT

ZUMBA

FALL STORY TIME

12-1:30 pm, Gasthaus Restaurant.

Everyone welcome AA 12 pm, 50+ Activity Centre

1:15 pm, 50+ Activity Centre

WEDNESDAYS

CONTRACT BRIDGE

FRIDAYS

1-2:45 pm, Peachland Wellness Ctre

9-10 am, 4th Street Place

1:15 pm, 50+ Activity Centre

FITNESS ROOM

11:15 am Peachland Library

PICKLEBALL (1.0-2.5)

9:15-10 am, Community Centre

DROP IN

PICKLEBALL DROP IN

SUNSHINE SINGERS

1:15 pm, 50+ Activity Centre

5:15-6:15 pm, Community Centre

FREERIDE SPIN

THURSDAYS

(all levels) 8-9:30 pm, Community Centre

10:45 am 50+ Activity Centre

(all levels) 7:45-9:30 pm, Community Centre

1:15 pm, 50+ Activity Centre

7 pm, Peachland Museum

CONTRACT BRIDGE

8-9 am 50+ Activity Center

FLOW YOGA

10 am, uhjynbv 50+ Activity Centre

POUND

10:30 am-12:30 pm, Community Centre

4:30-5:30 pm, 4th Street Place

1-3 pm, Community Centre

CENTRAL OKANAGAN MODEL RAILWAY COMPANY GROUP

6:45-7:45 pm, Community Centre BINGO 6:45 pm 50+ Activity Centre (doors open 5:30 pm)

7 pm, 4440 5th St. every 2nd & 4th Wed, Contact: Gary 250-767-3491

PICKLEBALL (3.0-3.5)

(all levels) 5:45-7:30 pm, Community Centre

YOGA

LIONS DEN MEETING

Commmunity Centre

1-3 pm, Community Centre

PICKLEBALL DROP IN CLOG DANCING

6-7 pm, 50+ Activity Centre

PICKLEBALL (3.75+)

1-3 pm, Community Centre UKELELE 1:15 pm, 50+ Activity Centre

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PASSION 4 ART

12 pm 50+ Activity Centre ART CLUB 12 pm, 50+ Activity Centre

LADIES COFFEE & CRIB 1-2:45 pm,

1-3 pm, Community Centre

LEGO TIME (ALL AGES) 3-4 pm, Peachland Library

TOTAL BODY TABATA

MEAT DRAW

*Terms and conditions apply, see in branch for details

MEAT DRAW

3-5 pm, Royal Canadian Legion #69, 4407-2nd St. Grade K-7 1-5 pm, Free Boys and Girls Club

SUNDAYS FITNESS ROOM

5 am-10 pm, Community Centre

SUNDAY BREAKFAST 8-11 am, (no long weekends) Peachland Wellness Ctre PEACHLAND UNITED Service: 10 am, United Church

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

EMMANUEL CHURCH WORSHIP SERVICE 10 am, Emmanuel Church, Westbank

PEACHLAND BAPTIST

12-2 pm, Community Centre

Grade 4-7 4-8 pm, Free Boys and Girls Club

3 Year Anniversary Term-Deposit

CARPET BOWLING

YOGA (BEGINNERS)

4-5 pm, 4th Street Place

4-5 pm, Royal Canadian Legion #69, 4407-2nd St.

9:30 am-3 pm Peachland United Church

Service 10:30 am, Fellowship 11:30 am, 4204 Lake Ave.

TEEN DROP IN

Grade 8+ 4-8 pm, FREE Boys and Girls Club

BARGAIN BIN

CAPC CREATIVE PLAYTIME

ENERGY FOR WELLNESS Peachland Wellness Ctre PICKLEBALL (3.0-3.5) 1:00-3:00 pm,

LET YOUR MONEY WORK FOR YOU

2.75%

FITNESS ROOM

(6-7 years) 5:30-6:30 pm, Registered Community Centre

10 am-12 pm, Peachland Wellness Ctre

7 pm, $4 Drop in 50+ Activity Centre

MEDITATION GROUP

MINI KICKERS SOCCER

5 am-10 pm, Community Centre

AYURVEDA YOGA

Every Third Tuesday of the month, by Appointment.

Call 250-763-8008 Ext. 151 Hosted by the Peachland Wellness Ctre

11:30 am-12:30 pm, Feb 25 March 18 & 25s.

No Sessions March 4 & 11 Peachland Wellness Ctr

SATURDAYS

FLOW YOGA

11 am-12 pm, 4th Street Place

SENIORS STRETCH & STRENGTH

MINI KICKERS SOCCER

(4-6 years) 4:30-5:15 pm, Registered Community Centre

9:30 am, $2 Drop in Peachland Legion. Hosted

by Peachland Wellness Ctre.

Beginners welcome

PICKLEBALL DROP IN

POWER UP & OPEN GYM

KCR COMMUNITY RESOURCES IMMIGRANT SERVICES

SUPPORT GROUP

10:30 am, 50+ Activity Centre, every 2nd & 4th Wed, Drop-ins Welcome

(0-6 yrs), 10:00-noon, Community Centre

6-8 pm, 4th St Place

5 am-10 pm, 10 am-11:30 am, 2nd and 4th Community Centre YOGA (FOUNDATIONS) Wed. of each month 8 am, $5 Drop in Peachland Wellness Ctre 50+ Activity Centre DEMENTIA CAREGIVER

10-11 am, Community Centre

THERAPEUTIC YOGA

6-7 pm, the Little Schoolhouse

WELLNESS CIRCLE

10 am to 11:30 am, Peachland Wellness Ctre To register: 250-767-0141

Grade 4-5, 3-6 pm, Boys and Girls Club

FITNESS ROOM

9:30-10:30 am, 4th Street Place

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

MEN’S COFFEE & CRIB

6:45-7:45 pm, Community Centre

PICKLEBALL (1.0-2.5)

11 am-12 pm, 4th Street Place

MID-WEEK STUDY AND CONVERSATION COFFEE

11-11:45 am 4th Street Place AA 12-1 pm, 50+ Activity Centre

WOOD CARVERS

YOUTH BOXING CLUB

50+ FITNESS

Potluck by donation, Everyone is welcome !

FITNESS ROOM

STRETCH, BALANCE & CORE

9:05-11 am, Community Centre

Friday, February 22 at 6 pm

3:45-4:30 pm registered Community Centre

KARATE CLASS

8-9 am, Community Centre

PICKLEBALL (1.0-2.5)

AGM / Potluck

MINI BATTERS T-BALL

INDOOR WALKING

8 am, $5 Drop in 50+ Activity Centre Bring mat, Beginners welcome

For The Month of February Back March 7th

MONDAYS

World Day of Prayer - St. Margaret’s Anglican Church, March 1 at 1:30 p.m. 4464 - 4 St, “Come, Everything is Ready” An opportunity to gather in an ecumenical service of worship, praise and thanksgiving. This year’s theme and the service have been prepared by women in Slovenia, one of Europe’s smallest countries and a recent participant in the World Day of Prayer movement.

Beginners’ Acrylic Series - Roberta Farrelly will continue her Beginners’ Acrylic Series starting on February 25, Monday 12:30–3:30 pm at the Little Schoolhouse. This six week series is open to all adults and is an easy introduction to acrylic painting with an accomplished teacher. Please pre-register with Sharon at themcphees@telus.net or call 250-767-6556.

The Peachland Wellness Centre - Wellness Circle presents the speaker Luci Skaken, Naturopath, February 27th at 10 am. Everyone Welcome. By Donation.

The Peachland Wellness Centre - is hosting another year of Tax Clinics through the CRA Community Volunteer Income Tax Program, Mondays only from March 4-April 29, 1:00 p.m. to 2:45 p.m. First come first served at 4426 5th Street Peachland. Income Restrictions apply. By Donation.

FEEL GOOD FRIDAYS

PICKLEBALL (2.5-3.5) THE PEACHLAND WALKING CLUB

1 pm, for details visit peachlandtrekkers.ca UKELELE 1:15 pm, 50+ Activity Centre MEAT DRAW 2-4 pm, Royal Canadian Legion #69, 4407-2nd St. PICKLEBALL (3.75+) 2-4 pm, Community Centre

PEACHLAND COMMUNITY CHURCH Sunday worship: 2 pm, Meeting at St. Margaret’s Anglican Church

LEARN TO SPEAK SPANISH

2-3 pm (Beginner) 3:15-4:15 pm(Intermediate) Community Centre

FEBRUARY 22, 2019

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PEACHLAND VIEW

GUEST COLUMN

Chamber wants you to pull up a chair and chat this March For 20 years Peachland Chamber of Commerce has been, not only the local voice of business, but also a driving force behind many events showcasing our community and enhancing tourism. Being a tourist in your own home town can be a great experience when one lives in a community like ours. Peachland is on the lake and is part of a four seasons playground.

This is what travellers from around the globe seek for their ideal vacation. Combine our location with the energy and creativity of community organizations and we’ve got a recipe for holiday success.

In the early years the Chamber either sponsored or supported events like the Peachland Queen and Princess, the Warren Phillip’s Paddle Festival and the annual Trade Shows passed down from the Peachland Business Association (PBA). Over the years many events experienced changes. The Queen and Princess of Peachland became known as the Peachland Ambassadors and evolved to include prospective King and Prince candidates. An attempt was made to revive the Paddle Festival and a new children’s race was added. Richard Smith built replicas of box cars that floated, patterned after packing crates from earlier years. When the Chamber inherited the sixth annual Trade Show from the PBA, new names such as Business Expo and Pet Expo appeared with the changing trends. The Trade Shows continued for many years but as attendance gradually dropped they were replaced with new ideas. Peachland World of Wheels, initiated by Al Wiebe, has now become the largest one-day event in Peachland whereas another competitive event, Communities in Bloom, which graced Peachland gardeners and District staff with honours, continued for only a couple of years. But the Chamber enthusiastically invited the world to Peachland from 2006 to 2010 spearheading events as a provincially designated Spirit of BC Committee, prepping

for the 2010 Winter Olympics and Para Olympics.

Events such as an annual Schmockey Tournament and the Frost Bite Sidewalk Sales encouraged outdoor activity during the winter months. A grant was secured to create signage for the Wilson Lake cross country ski trails opening up the backcountry to outdoor enthusiasts. Our community actively celebrated throughout the years leading up to the time when the world would come to visit British Columbia. Viewing the Olympic Torch being passed along Beach Avenue was a historic moment for many and a historical experience for Peachland participants.

Another celebration was Peachland’s Centennial year which was also packed full of activities from early morning pancake breakfasts to late night fireworks.

More recently the celebration of Canada 150 saw the Chamber spearheading a Historic Scavenger Hunt at the Peachland Historic Schoolhouse and brought The Best Canadian Cookie Contest to the multicultural closing ceremony. One of the larger community events taken on by the Chamber in recent years is the July 1st Canada Day Concert in Heritage Park, leading up to the fireworks. As Peachland Chamber acknowledges its 20th Anniversary, celebrations throughout the year will include an Anniversary Barbeque on June 22nd, a celebratory float in the Canada Day Parade and a New Years Eve Party, New York style, at Peachland Legion. The AGM on May 6th and the Business Excellence Awards on October 19th will showcase 20 years of Peachland business people and their quest to provide service locally while welcoming visitors globally. Peachland Chamber extends an open invitation for Conversation and Coffee Friday mornings at 8 am commencing in March. Check the chamber website for locations and pull up a chair. www.peachlandchamber.com.

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Writer’s block?

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Thank goodness the Writers Unblocked meeting is starting up again at the Peachland Wellness Centre, at 4426 Fifth Street, every Tuesday evening at 6:30 pm.

A hundred or so years ago Hugo Gernsback invented the helmet to block noise, provide oxygen and help people focus on the task at hand.

Since then people who love writing have come up with other ways to unblock their word flow.

One of the best ways is to be with other writers.

Writers Unblocked is an informal writing group for people of all ages and stages of learning how to put feelings, images and thoughts into words. Writers of all genres, interests and abilities are welcome.

Writers share their work, discuss challenges,

and take part in group activities. Feedback is provided in a supportive setting and conversation delves into topics raised from the writing. These lively and wide-ranging discussions are an integral part of each evening.

Members find that sharing perspectives and opinions in this intellectual environment has improved the quality of their writing.

The Writers Unblocked group formed in 2011. Members have participated in Literary Competitions, the 2014 Yellow Schoolhouse Project, the 2015 Anthology of members’ writing, and 2016 Sunday Nite Live in Peachland, as part of the BC Culture Days.

Look for the Peachland Wellness Centre table at the HeArts Festival in the Community Centre

GOOD OLD TIMES: The Chamber has been going through their photo vaults, finding pics of past activities.

ongoing until FEBRUARY 27 8pm BID at www.4thmeridian.ca

on Feb 23-24 featuring the Writers Unblocked program and get space saving tips for storing your Isolator Helmet.

Visit the PWC website, call 250-767-0141 or stop in Monday to Friday 9 am to 3 pm for more information.

Stereoscopic viewer & complete WW1 box of photos

Painting 1978 “Seaspan Chief”

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“Pony Express” Folk Art handpainted fabric, framed, fabric

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Happy 144 th Birthday, Rotary! There’s lots to celebrate On Feb.23, Rotary turns 144! Happy Birthday, Rotary!

February is also Rotary’s Peace and Conflict Prevention and Resolution Month! A great month to choose to show support for the victims of bullies: on the playground, in the workplace or in the home.

What can we do? Refuse to support those who shout and rant to get their way. Report abusers! Speak up in support of the little guy, stop the bully in their tracks. Rotary encourages its members to put others first, through the projects we engage in and the way we treat each other as equals. There is no “I” in “Club” - nor in “Love”.

Our Starfish Programme is up and running again and we are grateful for the outstanding support provided by Save On Foods in West Kelowna, and all of those others whose donations make the programme possible. We also have to give a shout-out to St. Margarets’ Church, the United Church, the Boys and Girls Club and the many volunteer shoppers and

packers who enable the programme each and every week of the school year. Thank you all.

Have you walked the new Peachland pier yet? This was a joint project with the Lions and Sportsmen’s Clubs of Peachland. The original idea was Al Springer’s, then-Chairman of the Sportsmen’s Club. All of the monies used for the pier were donated! No municipal taxes were involved. The Pier Group Society will maintain ownership of the pier until it is completed and presented to the Municipality of Peachland on May 11. The end of February is the last day for donations in memory of a loved one or recording your name for posterity, and can be made at the Municipal Office on Beach, on the website at peachlandpier.org, or by calling 250-767-6225.

A reminder about the Youth programme for which we will be interviewing this month: Tourism. Students are billeted by Rotarians in Kelowna.

Accommodation and food are all included. The successful student will spend one week exploring the

job opportunities available to young people in the Okanagan Valley’s tourism industry. On their return, the student will be asked to make a presentation at our Thursday lunch, at the Gasthaus. Watch our website for details. In 2018 Rotary entered into a service partnership with Habitat for Humanity International to help enhance our service activities. Through volunteering, financial support, or a voice of support for affordable housing, everyone can help families to build better lives for themselves. Habitat constructed three or four homes in Peachland some years back.

We are still looking for host parents for our student from Denmark. What a tremendous experience to have a fluent, intelligent student from Europe in your household for a few months. email info@peachlandrotary.com Visit our website peachlandrotary.com and check for speakers! Join us on Thursdays for lunch and a laugh at the Gasthaus at 11:45.

-Chris Boyle, Rotary Club of Peachland.