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
It’s worth the ask: Do you have library wine for sale?
Whenever you're invited down to a cellar, say yes. Your palate is in for an adventure. It may be a fresh young wine offered by the winemaker for an early tasting straight from the barrel or perhaps a well aged bottle showing its age in all the right ways. Nk’Mip...
Art in Action at Kelowna Museums celebrates their thirty-first year
Visitors to the Kelowna Art Gallery will get a glimpse at just how much artistic talent resides in youth in the Okanagan through a new exhibition on view. Art in Action: LOVE celebrates the creativity of over 150 middle- and high-school students from the Central...
BC Tree Fruits anticipates record cherry volumes for 2017
With summer on the horizon and the days getting longer, the excitement grows as the summer fruits from the orchards of BC Tree Fruits Cooperative (BC Tree Fruits) growers’ are near. Though the cooler weather this spring has resulted in a later start to the season for...
Kelowna’s tallest tower to be revealed publicly on June 7
North American Development Group (NADG) and builder Kerkhoff Construction have announced that they are partnering to develop Kelowna’s tallest high-rise condominium tower project. A public Open House on the proposed development is set for June 7 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m....
John E. Peller to keynote as Wine Talks returns to College
Together with Liquidity Winery, Okanagan College is presenting the third installment of its popular Wine Talks series on Tuesday, Oct. 24 at the College’s Penticton campus. The third event will feature a single keynote speaker whose recognition and distinction in the...
Con-Zen-tration
Over time, telling people I meditate has not been a bad thing; it’s given the impression that I’m in control, know my own mind, am relaxed and open to good and positive thoughts. This however is not always the case. I tend to meditate days after first thinking it...
Paul’s Voice: Power of the printed word
On a trek back to her hometown for a visit with her folks, my partner found an interesting read. At the renovated Club 50 Activity Centre, they found a worn, nearly 100-year-old treasured artifact: pages from the 1918 Kincaid Star. Now for the record, I’m a bit amazed...
John E. Peller to keynote as Wine Talks returns to College
Together with Liquidity Winery, Okanagan College is presenting the third installment of its popular Wine Talks series on Tuesday, Oct. 24 at the College’s Penticton campus. The third event will feature a single keynote speaker whose recognition and distinction in the...
Con-Zen-tration
Over time, telling people I meditate has not been a bad thing; it’s given the impression that I’m in control, know my own mind, am relaxed and open to good and positive thoughts. This however is not always the case. I tend to meditate days after first thinking it...
Paul’s Voice: Power of the printed word
On a trek back to her hometown for a visit with her folks, my partner found an interesting read. At the renovated Club 50 Activity Centre, they found a worn, nearly 100-year-old treasured artifact: pages from the 1918 Kincaid Star. Now for the record, I’m a bit amazed...