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
Dance in the streets at Summerland Festival of Lights
November 29 will mark the 26th anniversary of the Summerland Festival of Lights, an event that has become synonymous as the official start to the holiday season around the Okanagan Valley. 26 years ago, some creative and thoughtful individuals created...
Peachland Players present Wind in the Willows
Peachland Players present Wind in the Willows November 27 to December 1. What a treat for the young and the mature audience it will be, as the toad, mole, rat, badger and many more appear on stage. This musical has a cast of 18 energetic performers. A second short and...
Shrek The Musical rings in the festive season
Shrek the Halls! December 4 to 22, 2013 It's big, it's green and it's taking "ogre" Kelowna! Part romance, part twisted fairy tale, and all irreverent fun for everyone, Shrek The Musical rings in the festive season at Kelowna Actors Studio. This over the top musical...
Judi Tyabji
Spring 1992 When young Liberal candidate Judi Tyabji was declared the new MLA for Okanagan East, a collective “wow” reverberated throughout the district. The 26-year-old woman, pregnant with her third child and a relative unknown, who had a background in the...
Johann Wessels
Johann Wessels
I paint on large scale constructions of my own design and fabrication. My aim is to combine elements which are jarring enough that they demand to be looked at. I play with images and concepts from art history to create…
Caillum Smith
Preserved Light Photography by Caillum Smith
I am an international award-winning photographer & visual artist with a collection of imagery that will leave you nostalgic for places & moments you’ve never been. With a por…
Anne Gidluck
Anne Gidluck
Anne comes from a family of artists and growing up in a gold mining town in Western Australia was greatly influenced by the vivid colours of the Australian landscape. She is fascinated by the people she sees in her trave…
Johann Wessels
Johann Wessels
I paint on large scale constructions of my own design and fabrication. My aim is to combine elements which are jarring enough that they demand to be looked at. I play with images and concepts from art history to create…
Caillum Smith
Preserved Light Photography by Caillum Smith
I am an international award-winning photographer & visual artist with a collection of imagery that will leave you nostalgic for places & moments you’ve never been. With a por…
Anne Gidluck
Anne Gidluck
Anne comes from a family of artists and growing up in a gold mining town in Western Australia was greatly influenced by the vivid colours of the Australian landscape. She is fascinated by the people she sees in her trave…
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