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
Caring couple: in person with John and Carol Bubb
It was a lucky day for the community of Summerland when John and Carol Bubb decided to drive through town. In 2003, they had sold their computer consulting business in Victoria, their home for 24 years, and were looking for a place to semi-retire. “We were on our way...
My big fab Okanagan Wedding
The views, the vineyards, the water, the weather—all reasons brides from Alberta and the Coast are choosing to have an Okanagan wedding.
Okanagan Favours for your Okanagan Wedding
Okanagan favours Something sweet, something small, something local that captures it all. Long gone are the coloured mints wrapped in pastel tulle, the wedding favour of choice for decades, often consumed before the cake was cut. Whether their guests are from the...
Prince Edward to visit Kelowna
Prince Edward will visit Kelowna this September, including stops at two Okanagan wineries. Prince Edward, the youngest child of Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, will be accompanied by his wife, Countess Sophie Rhys-Jones. Their Royal Highnesses The Earl and...
Paul’s Voice: Of Mice and Men
If you were a man, or more specifically, an Atlanta minister named Creflo Dollar, and you were asking 200,000 Creflo Dollar Ministries faithful to send you $300 each so you could purchase a G650 Gulfstream luxury jet for $65 million, you would not seem logical. If you...
Food for thought
“I eat, therefore I am.” Descartes didn’t say that—I stole it from him and paraphrased just a bit. As a pithy epigram it’s true in so many ways. But the one that concerns me, and what I know for certain, is great meals make great memories. The link between the two is...
Hundred of Youngsters to Parade at Penticton PeachFest
The 68th annual Penticton Peach Festival promises five days of free, family fun. On Sunday, August 9, hundreds of youngsters with their bicycles, tricycles, wagons and colourful costumes will be escorted to the park by the Penticton Fire Dept., the Cranbrook Girls’...
Paul’s Voice: Of Mice and Men
If you were a man, or more specifically, an Atlanta minister named Creflo Dollar, and you were asking 200,000 Creflo Dollar Ministries faithful to send you $300 each so you could purchase a G650 Gulfstream luxury jet for $65 million, you would not seem logical. If you...
Food for thought
“I eat, therefore I am.” Descartes didn’t say that—I stole it from him and paraphrased just a bit. As a pithy epigram it’s true in so many ways. But the one that concerns me, and what I know for certain, is great meals make great memories. The link between the two is...
Hundred of Youngsters to Parade at Penticton PeachFest
The 68th annual Penticton Peach Festival promises five days of free, family fun. On Sunday, August 9, hundreds of youngsters with their bicycles, tricycles, wagons and colourful costumes will be escorted to the park by the Penticton Fire Dept., the Cranbrook Girls’...
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