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
Summerhill cocktail program expresses winery’s unique personality
Summerhill Pyramid Winery marks a first, as spirits and craft beer are added to the menu in its Sunset Organic Bistro in Kelowna. As the first BC winery in the ALR (Agricultural Land Reserve) to have this new license, Summerhill has hired acclaimed Okanagan...
Interior Savings Invests $19,000 in Local YMCA Programs
Interior Savings believes in working together to build healthy communities, which is why the local credit union has been a long-time supporter of YMCA of Okanagan programs and services. In 2014, Interior Savings has donated $19,257 through their Community Investment...
Grape news from Oliver
Growers turn winemaker at four new South Okanagan wineries A drive around and about the Oliver area, the nucleus of the wine industry in BC, reveals four must-see winery newbies opened since 2013. All are the family-owned operations of grape growers who decided to...
Developing the Okanagan Shuswap
A new sense of optimism is running through the Okanagan Valley real estate market.
Regional Rail Trails Get Major Tourism Boost
A regional Rail Trails tourism strategy is underway for the Thompson Okanagan. The centerpiece of the tourism strategy will be the Kettle Valley/Columbia and Western Railway rail trails routes that form the basis of the Trans Canada Trail through the region. "A...
A Legacy of Honour: Canada and the British Indian Army in the First World War
“Duty, Honour & Izzat – The Call to Flanders Fields”, a poignant and powerful exhibit showcasing the pivotal but little known role of the British Indian Army in the First World War, is now on display at the Okanagan Heritage Museum in Kelowna for the month of...
Buskers on Bernard returns to entertain this Thursday
The best kept secret from last summer returns to Bernard Avenue this Thursday, August 13 from 7:00 to 8:00 pm as more than 15 different, local, street performers take over two blocks of Bernard Avenue as part of the now annual “Buskers on Bernard”. “We started this...
Regional Rail Trails Get Major Tourism Boost
A regional Rail Trails tourism strategy is underway for the Thompson Okanagan. The centerpiece of the tourism strategy will be the Kettle Valley/Columbia and Western Railway rail trails routes that form the basis of the Trans Canada Trail through the region. "A...
A Legacy of Honour: Canada and the British Indian Army in the First World War
“Duty, Honour & Izzat – The Call to Flanders Fields”, a poignant and powerful exhibit showcasing the pivotal but little known role of the British Indian Army in the First World War, is now on display at the Okanagan Heritage Museum in Kelowna for the month of...
Buskers on Bernard returns to entertain this Thursday
The best kept secret from last summer returns to Bernard Avenue this Thursday, August 13 from 7:00 to 8:00 pm as more than 15 different, local, street performers take over two blocks of Bernard Avenue as part of the now annual “Buskers on Bernard”. “We started this...
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