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
Okanagan winemaker turns wine consultant: work dirty, hot and sweaty
From sparkling wine at Sumac Ridge to surplus wine in the cellar, Mark Wendenberg now heads up a bulk wine brokerage company. Penticton native Mark Wendenburg has carved out a distinguished career as one of the Okanagan’s top winemakers. He grew up on the east bench...
Silver Star Mountain Resort Opens for Early Bonus Weekend November 23-24
Early snow falls and exceptional conditions are allowing one of Okanagan Valley’s top winter destinations, Silver Star Mountain Resort, to open its slopes to snow seekers for a bonus weekend November 23 and 24, with the regular season kicking off November 28. For the...
Global Okanagan reports on magazine milestone
Global Okanagan's reporter Klaudia Ceglarz joins publisher Paul Byrne at the office of Okanagan Life Magazine in downtown Kelowna to discuss the milestone 25th anniversary of the lifestyle magazine. Okanagan Life began publishing in the fall of 1988. The anniversary...
Ski-in, ski-out supper celebrates Best of the Okanagan
Silver Star Mountain Resort is calling on Okanagan skiers and foodies to join then in a unique outdoor adventure, the Mountain High Okanagan Celebration. The ski-in, ski-out supper offers a creative combo of cross-country skiing and gourmet cuisine. Wine educator...
Need to Know: addicted to instant information
Shelley’s attempt to escape her instant information addiction has some interesting side effects Recently, while on vacation, I tried to cultivate a state of ignorance. That’s not true, of course. I glanced occasionally at newspaper headlines and permitted myself some...
UBC receives $3.8M for Survive and Thrive Research Gacility
Photo: The Honourable Michelle Rempel, Minister of State for Western Economic Diversification, on Tuesday announced funding of $3.801 million to establish the Survive and Thrive Applied Research (STAR) facility at UBC’s Okanagan campus in Kelowna. UBC has launched a...
Seniors Get a free Health Assessment at the Y
Free Health Assessment Friday, October 17 8 am-2 pm Kelowna Family Y at 375 Hartman Road For Tom and Verna Woods, the Kelowna Family YMCA is a place where seniors can stay motivated and get the help they need to maintain their independence and health. “The people,...
Need to Know: addicted to instant information
Shelley’s attempt to escape her instant information addiction has some interesting side effects Recently, while on vacation, I tried to cultivate a state of ignorance. That’s not true, of course. I glanced occasionally at newspaper headlines and permitted myself some...
UBC receives $3.8M for Survive and Thrive Research Gacility
Photo: The Honourable Michelle Rempel, Minister of State for Western Economic Diversification, on Tuesday announced funding of $3.801 million to establish the Survive and Thrive Applied Research (STAR) facility at UBC’s Okanagan campus in Kelowna. UBC has launched a...
Seniors Get a free Health Assessment at the Y
Free Health Assessment Friday, October 17 8 am-2 pm Kelowna Family Y at 375 Hartman Road For Tom and Verna Woods, the Kelowna Family YMCA is a place where seniors can stay motivated and get the help they need to maintain their independence and health. “The people,...
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