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
Big White Wine Gala Welcomes Home Silver Medalist Kelsey Serwa
Big White Ski Resort is changing their popular “Big Whites at Big White” annual wine evening into a gala fundraising event supporting the Big White Racers Ski Club. It will also be a homecoming for Olympic silver medalist, Kelsey Serwa, who is a Big White Racer alumni...
Fair Trade?
It’s a perfect Saturday afternoon for window-shopping along Main Street in Penticton. I spot a string of Buddhist prayer flags poised above Asian clothing in a window display and step into Red Bag. Instantly I’m engulfed in a kaleidoscope of hand-loomed silk and...
Kelowna Mayor Walter Gray announces his intentions
Mayor Walter Gray will not seek re-election in the Nov. 15 municipal election. The mayor informed his Council colleagues of his decision earlier this week. “As a courtesy to any others who may wish to seek the position, it is important that I make my intentions known...
Stampeders take the main stage at Peachfest
One of the most successful groups in Canadian music history will be headlining at the 67th annual Penticton Peach Festival. The Stampeders will be on the main stage Saturday, August 9. The original trio of Ronnie King, Rich Dodson and Kim Berly will be making their...
Kelowna’s Vacancy Crisis Fuels U-One Success
At only 1.0 per cent, Kelowna’s low vacancy rate is fuelling success for Okanagan builder Mission Group, who is seeing a surge of interest in its U-One hilltop condominium community located next to the UBC Okanagan campus. “Kelowna is nearing a vacancy crisis,...
New writing school open in Kelowna
A new writing school has started in Kelowna. Curious Beyond Words School of Writing, founded by veteran writer, editor and instructor Dona Sturmanis, kicked off 2015 with 16 Saturday workshops. The workshops series feature guest speakers and instructors along with...
UBC seeks public input on Okanagan Campus Master Plan
UBC is updating the long-term development plan that will guide the next phase of life for the university’s 516-acre (209-hectare) Okanagan campus in Kelowna. Over the past decade, a $400-million construction program added more than one million square feet of new...
Kelowna’s Vacancy Crisis Fuels U-One Success
At only 1.0 per cent, Kelowna’s low vacancy rate is fuelling success for Okanagan builder Mission Group, who is seeing a surge of interest in its U-One hilltop condominium community located next to the UBC Okanagan campus. “Kelowna is nearing a vacancy crisis,...
New writing school open in Kelowna
A new writing school has started in Kelowna. Curious Beyond Words School of Writing, founded by veteran writer, editor and instructor Dona Sturmanis, kicked off 2015 with 16 Saturday workshops. The workshops series feature guest speakers and instructors along with...
UBC seeks public input on Okanagan Campus Master Plan
UBC is updating the long-term development plan that will guide the next phase of life for the university’s 516-acre (209-hectare) Okanagan campus in Kelowna. Over the past decade, a $400-million construction program added more than one million square feet of new...
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