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
Lord of the Dance to perform in Penticton
Fresh from their acclaimed debut on Broadway and sold out shows in the West End of London, Europe and Australia, Michael Flatley is proud to announce that he is sending his next generation Lord of the Dance: Dangerous Games to perform for Canadian audiences, and will...
MEND Program Expands to H2O Adventure + Fitness Centre
Due to high demand at the Kelowna Family Y, the MEND program has expanded to H2O Adventure + Fitness Centre for its next intake in January, 2016. Families can sign up now at either location. MEND stands for Mind, Exercise, Nutrition, Do it. It is a FREE 10 week...
Funny You Should Ask
Okanagan club takes laughter very seriously. When I was a kid, it was Mary Poppins who first taught me how to really laugh. Or rather, it was Uncle Albert. In the movie he suffered from an unusual condition where he would start laughing and couldn’t stop. During the...
Luxury details for your kitchen
Westwood Fine Cabinetry 2140 Leckie Road, Kelowna 4308 29th Street, Vernon 120 Okanagan Avenue SE, Salmon Arm From stylish crown moldings to ingenious storage solutions, custom kitchen design is all about the details. Visit one of three showrooms at Westwood Fine...
Some dietary fats still getting a bad rap, says UBC researcher
UBC research shows that some of the fats we consume are getting a raw deal when it comes to deciding what’s good for us. Long thought of as the bad guys in the commercial diet industry, fats are now getting a second look thanks to research done by UBC’s Deanna Gibson....
Manipulators less convincing online than in person, UBC research shows
If you have to negotiate business with a narcissist or psychopath, you’re better off doing it on Facebook, research from UBC’s Okanagan campus shows. In one of the first studies of its kind, UBC researchers found that traditionally successful manipulators who...
Okanagan educator spearheads program to save bees
Educator/artist Nancy Holmes is the co-founder of the Border Free Bees project; see what you can do A swarm of kindergarten kids is buzzing through the field, their excitement contagious. “I’ve found a bee,” shouts one. I don’t know if I’ve ever heard that phrase said...
Some dietary fats still getting a bad rap, says UBC researcher
UBC research shows that some of the fats we consume are getting a raw deal when it comes to deciding what’s good for us. Long thought of as the bad guys in the commercial diet industry, fats are now getting a second look thanks to research done by UBC’s Deanna Gibson....
Manipulators less convincing online than in person, UBC research shows
If you have to negotiate business with a narcissist or psychopath, you’re better off doing it on Facebook, research from UBC’s Okanagan campus shows. In one of the first studies of its kind, UBC researchers found that traditionally successful manipulators who...
Okanagan educator spearheads program to save bees
Educator/artist Nancy Holmes is the co-founder of the Border Free Bees project; see what you can do A swarm of kindergarten kids is buzzing through the field, their excitement contagious. “I’ve found a bee,” shouts one. I don’t know if I’ve ever heard that phrase said...