Writing well means never having to say, ‘I guess you had to be there.’”
The great part about anniversaries is taking time to reflect. Delving into our magazine archives, we once again came face to face with the passionate people who strengthen our communities and the creative artists who fill the Valley with art, song and laughter. As we flipped through the pages, funky retro ads popped out and the colourful fabric of Okanagan life warmed us, captured in vivid photography and heartfelt words. Printed on the pages were couples saying “I do,” athletes capturing Olympic gold and volunteers opening their hearts. We also stirred up some murders, ghosts and lake monsters. Yes, Ogopogo has made his appearances many times over. Our writers tackled many issues that parents, students and seniors have faced over these 30 years—some still challenging us today. Thanks to all who have been a part of our journey; you’ll find the full archives online. Read, reflect and revel in the Okanagan life. —Editors
Moonlight Movie Family Night in Kelowna’s City Park
Interior Savings and Okanagan Boys and Girls Clubs invite you to grab a picnic blanket and head down to Webber Rd community Centre on August 17 to watch the moonlight movie Inside Out and or Kelowna’s City Park to watch a screening of Zootopia on August 18. The movies...
Name game
Nicknames: I’m guessing we all have at least one and that it tends to be a term of endearment. If we don’t, I bet we can recall one or two from childhood that may have been anything but endearing! But nicknames needn’t apply only to people. From my early days I...
Fall events: What’s on in the Okanagan
Deborah Koenker: Grapes and Tortillas Kelowna: to October 30 This solo exhibition at the Kelowna Art Gallery focuses on temporary agricultural workers from Mexico hired to work in the Valley’s orchards and vineyards. It is a tribute to their hard work and personal...
Education uncorks wine industry opportunities
Ryan Fipke is a confirmed believer in the future of the Okanagan’s wine industry, and a staunch advocate of educating yourself to take advantage of the growing opportunities. As tasting room supervisor and sales co-ordinator for Tantalus Vineyards and a long-time...
Bringing quality to lives
The Herbal-Health Centre Where cannabis is concerned, there has certainly been progress—at least in the form of campaign promises. Trudeau and the Liberals won a majority election and the new administration package comes complete with a mandate to legalize cannabis....
UBC raises more than $75,000 at annual athletic scholarship breakfast
https://www.youtube.com/embed/lOUTPBC8PyY It was a morning of accolades, accomplishments and astonishments at the Valley First/UBC Okanagan Athletics Scholarship Breakfast Friday morning. Close to 350 people gathered for the 12th annual breakfast, which not only...
The Boh: Eclectic eating experience
Bohemian Café & Catering Savvy visitors know the best way to find a great restaurant is to follow the locals. And in Kelowna, that trail leads straight to The Boh. Year after year, the Bohemian Café wins kudos in Okanagan Life’s Readers’ Choice Best Restaurant...
Bringing quality to lives
The Herbal-Health Centre Where cannabis is concerned, there has certainly been progress—at least in the form of campaign promises. Trudeau and the Liberals won a majority election and the new administration package comes complete with a mandate to legalize cannabis....
UBC raises more than $75,000 at annual athletic scholarship breakfast
https://www.youtube.com/embed/lOUTPBC8PyY It was a morning of accolades, accomplishments and astonishments at the Valley First/UBC Okanagan Athletics Scholarship Breakfast Friday morning. Close to 350 people gathered for the 12th annual breakfast, which not only...
The Boh: Eclectic eating experience
Bohemian Café & Catering Savvy visitors know the best way to find a great restaurant is to follow the locals. And in Kelowna, that trail leads straight to The Boh. Year after year, the Bohemian Café wins kudos in Okanagan Life’s Readers’ Choice Best Restaurant...