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
The Changing Face of Beauty Pageants
Spring 1993 • September 2001 “Here he comes…” A comical gender bender—an attractive young man, weeping for joy, as a pageant winner’s ribbon is wrapped around his torso, dozens of roses thrust into his arms, a glittering tiara planted on his head. This is not as...
Dine For Diversabilities in downtown Kelowna
In celebration of Community Living Month, Pathways Abilities Society and Kelowna Community Development Society are pleased to present the second annual Dine for Diversabilities fundraising event. “We are so pleased to partner with Kelowna Community Development Society...
WestJet flys to wine country; inaugural Penticton flight
WestJet will launch new daily non-stop service between Calgary (YYC) and Penticton with its inaugural flight to wine country on Sunday, October 26, 2014. "We're excited to be bringing our low fares and remarkable guest experience to the South Okanagan," saysPaul...
Penticton to host Tourism Summit
See the cover story on Tourism in the Okanagan or download the digital edition. Tourism leaders from across the Thompson Okanagan will gather in Penticton in December to give a major boost to the $1.7-billion industry. The two day event commences with the Thompson...
Okanagan winery receives craft distillery license
Okanagan Crush Pad, located in Summerland, BC, can now add the words "craft distillery" to its name with the purchase of a still and the license to make spirits. The spirits program will be under the direction of chief winemaker, Matt Dumayne. He has years of...
Kitchen Confidential with Chef Adair Scott at Watermark Beach Resort
Traditional or trendy, its got to be healthy Chef Adair Scott Watermark Beach Resort Like all Valley chefs, Adair Scott is committed to using local produce in his kitchen and that includes the salmon caught by the Osoyoos First Nations fishermen. He uses both the...
Kelowna Yacht Club to host top women sailors
National keelboat championships October 1-4 Between October first and the fourth some of the best women sailors in Canada will be testing their talents on Okanagan Lake. Even though one team jokingly calls itself a “throng of thongs” these women are a whole lot of...
Okanagan winery receives craft distillery license
Okanagan Crush Pad, located in Summerland, BC, can now add the words "craft distillery" to its name with the purchase of a still and the license to make spirits. The spirits program will be under the direction of chief winemaker, Matt Dumayne. He has years of...
Kitchen Confidential with Chef Adair Scott at Watermark Beach Resort
Traditional or trendy, its got to be healthy Chef Adair Scott Watermark Beach Resort Like all Valley chefs, Adair Scott is committed to using local produce in his kitchen and that includes the salmon caught by the Osoyoos First Nations fishermen. He uses both the...
Kelowna Yacht Club to host top women sailors
National keelboat championships October 1-4 Between October first and the fourth some of the best women sailors in Canada will be testing their talents on Okanagan Lake. Even though one team jokingly calls itself a “throng of thongs” these women are a whole lot of...
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