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Rob McLaughlin couldn’t be more proud of his friend Duncan Keith.

After taking in Games 3 and 4 of the Stanley Cup playoffs in Chicago with his son Ethan, McLaughlin watched on TV Monday night as Keith, a former Penticton Panther (1999-2001), clinched his third Stanley Cup in six years with the Chicago Blackhawks Monday. Keith and the Blackhawks defeated the Tampa Bay Lightning 2-0 in Chicago in Game 6 of the Stanley Cup Final. Keith scored the winner, his third goal of the post-season. All three of his goals were winners.

Seeing Keith named the Conn Smythe Trophy winner was playoff MVP gave McLaughlin a great feeling.

“I was very, very proud of him. It was well deserved,” said McLaughlin, who coached Keith from ages 14 to 16 in Penticton. “I don’t think there is anybody else, really. I know they talked about (Lightning defenceman Victor) Hedman and all the rest of them. Even if Chicago lost it, I’d still look at Duncan being the Conn Smythe winner, just think that what else can you do for your team? With what he has done throughout the whole playoffs.”

Corey Masisak of NHL.com reported that Keith became the ninth defenceman to win playoff MVP and averaged more than 31 minutes of ice time in 23 games.

After the first round, he led all players in ice-time and logged 715 minutes, 37 seconds. His 21 points tied for 10thmost by a defenceman in NHL playoff history.

“I think Duncan’s in a class by himself,” said McLaughlin. “You can talk about all around defenceman, he truly is in my opinion. His hockey IQ I think is off the chart. He always plays against the top players. His ability to move the puck, he doesn’t panic.”

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DUNCAN KEITH hoisting the NHL’s Stanley Cup for the second time in 2013. The Penticton native was named the NHL playoff MVP on Tuesday after scoring the Chicago Blackhawks game-winning goal against the Tampa Bay Lightning to win his third NHL title.

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A man who ended up in the hospital after being attacked by a group of young people downtown is reaching out for help locating the assailants.

Ryan Bloomfield, 40, and his girlfriend Angie Surina were walking home from a barbecue at Surina’s father’s house between 11:30 p.m. and midnight on June 13 around the 300 block of Eckhardt Avenue when the two briefly separated after an argument.

“I turned to walk away from her to give ourselves a bit of time to cool off and within seconds I heard people around her,” Bloomfield said. “There was a large group of people there around Angie, so I started to walk back and two of the men broke away from the group and started walking towards me, threatening me.”

The two say there was a group of around fiveto-10 young-looking individuals who approached Surina.

“I remember them just saying ‘are you OK, are you OK’ and my understanding is because we were raising our voices, they thought there was something else going on,” Surina said.

“I mean, heck, maybe that was there sole intention, making sure I was OK, but from our standpoint there is a way of dealing with things, and a way of not dealing with things,” Surina said.

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wound to the forehead which required six stitches, as well as cuts and abrasions on his hands, knees and his left elbow, which also received six stitches, said that the group seemed initially concerned for Surina’s safety.

“I have a funny feeling that they were coming to Angie’s rescue because her and I were arguing. But speaking for myself, if I were to hear a situation like that I obviously would go out and check to see if nothing was going on — but I wouldn’t have taken the action that they did,” he said. “It’s all well and good to see if people are safe, but, for lack of a better term, to take the law into your own hands, it’s unacceptable,” Bloomfield said.

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Beach Cruise continues to be a roaring success Mark Brett

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Buckle up and start your engines.

The 15th annual Peach City Beach Cruise June 26-28 is already shaping up to be a roaring success with registration already exceeding the 2014 total of 600.

“We’re well over a 100 cars beyond that so we’re having to go to our contingency plans and sometimes the contingencies of the contingency plan,” said president Wayne Wood of the Penticton Historic Automobile Society which puts on Beach Cruise. “It’s going to be fantastic.”

Organizers also preparing for a special visit on June 27 by 100 vehicles participating in the Supercar Tour.

The exotics in the parade include AMG Mercedes, Aston Martin, Audi R8, BMW M series, Bentley, Bugatti, Ferrari, Jaguar, Lamborghini, Maserati and McLaren.

The combined value of the cars is over $2 million.

An added feature this year is the six big rig trucks including a vintage Kenworth truck and motorhomes.

Also taking part will be a feature of vintage and collector vehicles along with hot rods and custom cars from as far away as Texas and Arizona.

peAch city BeAch cruise director Jim Bailey (centre) keeps a careful eye on cruise president Wayne Wood (right) and past president ron Muzzillo as they put a shine on his 1966 cadillac DeVille in front of the ss sicamous this week. the 15th annual peach city Beach cruise takes place June 26-28 and is promising to be one of the biggest ever.

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The show vehicles will line the length of Lakeshore Drive.

The Old Boys with Toys showing off their vintage tractors, machinery and stationary engines in Lakawanna Park will also be back.

Activities will include the reg-

istered show vehicle tour of local wineries and the challenge of the winding road cruise, both on June 27. Owners are encouraged to dress in the period costume of their vehicles vintage.

Also on that day the Penticton

Lakeside Resort will be hosting the Mackee Auctions in conjunction with the Beach cruise presenting a “southern style” collector car auction.

“There is a circuit of shows that the real car addicts go on ours is one

of those shows now that you may not go every year, but it’s one you have to go to at least once,” said Wood. “The setting with the lakeshore and the improvements, there’s nobody that can compete with that except maybe Pebble Beach.”

Osoyoos business causes social media stir about fruit pickers Dale Boyd

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An Osoyoos businessmen is hoping to garner attention towards the issue of transient workers after causing a social media stir around the issue last week.

The police were made aware of a Facebook post started by Unity Skateboards referencing concerns around the wave of out-oftown workers who come to Osoyoos in the summer.

Osoyoos RCMP announced in a response Tuesday that the annual boost to patrols will start on June 18 and continue periodically throughout the summer.

The June 11 post on the Unity Osoyoos Facebook page, posted by owner Jamie Elder, said he saw a man asking for money to buy gas and food at the local Tim Hortons when a passerby gave him $20. Afterwards the man came into Unity Skateboards and asked to buy a new hat.

“It sucks that people like that exist … but they do — and it seems like every summer

our beautiful little town fills up with them.

Take a look at the number of absolute scumbags that who have totally taken over ‘Community’ Beach’,” the post reads.

Inflammatory comments towards transient workers, and prejudicial Facebook comments towards French people soon followed, but Elder has since taken them down.

There was also a picture posted of a sign taped to a street light asking to boycott the store and quoting the initial post adding “Unity doesn’t know the first thing about unity” Elder says he has found out the posters are the work of one individual.

“The larger part of what’s happened here is a very positive thing. The percentage of negativity and irrational comments were on the very minimal side,” Elder said “I hope that isn’t an overall reflection of what went on here because it was a really important thing for the town of Osoyoos and the community is going to really notice a change.”

“The overall situation is just below the boiling point and it has been for years and

years,” Elder said.

“That’s why it was such an easy thing to spark such a giant response to because the feelings were there in the community and they were very strong feelings that people are absolutely fed up with this issue. I think ultimately what came out of this was a very, very positive step forward for the community of Osoyoos.”

Cpl. Jason Bayda says the statement issued by the RCMP was coincidently timed with the annual boost to local patrols.

“The Facebook page hasn’t changed anything it’s just a matter of waiting for the right time to use that funding for the patrols rather than using it too early before the transients and other people are here,” Bayda said.

It has been three years since the annual $10,000 of extra funding was announced by the Town of Osoyoos to put additional patrols in the needed areas, as well as a bylaw that was introduced essentially giving offenders a three-strikes-your-out rule.

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Participants in the second annual Colors 4 Kids 5K run, sponsored by Princess Margaret Secondary students, made the Skaha Lake boardwalk a little more festive last Saturday while raising money for the B.C. Children’s Hospital Foundation.

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Couple swarmed by group There was this big pool of blood by his head. I didn’t know what to do.

— Angie Surina

From ATTACK on PG. 2 Those intentions turned sour according to Surina.

“All of a sudden all these kids were surrounding me and they wouldn’t let me get to Ryan. I was trying to get to him because I couldn’t hear him. I remember one of the guys pushing me to the ground. When I made my way over I couldn’t see him, there was a group of them surround-

Ryan BlooMfIeld said he and his girlfriend were the victim of an assault on June 13 around the 300 block of eckhardt avenue.

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ing him and it looked like they were kicking him,” Surina said.

She said one of the young girls in the group

pleaded with the others to stop and the group dispersed. When she eventually made it over to Bloomfield, Surina

called out for her sister, with her dad’s house only a block or two away.

“He was lying there just like motionless.

Just lying there on the ground. There was this big pool of blood by his head. I didn’t know what to do, I just said ‘honey, honey are you OK?’” Surina said.

Bloomfield doesn’t remember much after the initial altercation.

“I just sort of walked past them trying to get to Angie. As far as I know, one of them punched me in the back of the head, knocked me to the ground, the next thing I really remember was waking up in Angie’s dad’s bathroom washing the blood off my face,” Bloomfield said.

“I really want them caught,” Bloomfield said.

He has lived in Penticton since 1980 and said he’s never experienced anything like this.

“Everyone’s run into having altercations and having arguments with

RCMP see loitering issue improving From WORKERS on PG. 3 “They are for the repeat offenders, the ones that are causing a lot of problems for the bylaw officers, for the locals, for other tourists and just not abiding by any of the laws,” Bayda said, adding that only two or three expulsion letters are handed out per year on average.

Bayda said both the expulsion letters and the extra patrols have made an “incredible difference” and that a man who received an expulsion letter last year is now advocating that transient workers to respect the bylaw officers if they would like to stay in town.

“Our calls for service have gone way down compared to what it was. We used to, a few years ago, we would go down and have to have a multiple-member response because we’d be swarmed. Members would be circled by numerous people and it would get really dangerous,” Bayda said. “Now it’s totally different.”

Bayda and Elder discussed the issue last week, however their views on the situation differ slightly, with Elder saying that the issue needs to gain more attention.

“I think there will be a new level of focus and a new realization that the people of Osoyoos are fed up and they want to see action taken,” Elder said.

Bayda said he feels the situation is improving since the additional patrols have been added and the bylaw put in place.

“It’s actually been much better. Yes, there is still a group down there but it’s a public beach and people can’t pick and choose who is using it. It’s just how it’s being used and we’re trying to help control it so it’s being done in way that’s enjoyable for all,” Bayda said. “His (Elder’s) impression is that it was much worse, but it’s just not the case.”

While the negative comments have been taken down, Bayda warned that even on social media, hate speech is still criminal.

“There’s obviously a lot of comments on there

towards the transients and when people start getting the ball rolling on these Facebook pages or social media. A lot of times you get people who wouldn’t normally act starting to act on different frustrations,” Bayda said. “In a sense, it’s almost like they are starting to incite violence and that’s what we can’t have.”

Elder said he doesn’t support the negative, inciting comments and that Facebook is a relatively new tool to be used for community outreach and change, and he hopes to use the outreach for the good of the public.

“Public pressure is probably the most powerful thing that I’ve seen take effect in politics and in a community,” Elder said. “Even in the last 24 hours there has been a huge change in police presence at that beach and feedback from the general public on how much police presence they saw at the beach yesterday.”

Elder said he is in full support of a bigger budget for police dealing with the issue. He spoke with the Mayor of Osoyoos, Sue McKortoff, briefly on Tuesday.

“Just through discussions within the community, community members, business owners, I told her we could easily double that amount. If the manpower is there as far as police goes I would put the effort in and see that amount is doubled,” Elder said.

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strangers on the street but never anything to this degree. I’ve never been hit from behind and ended up hospitalized because of it,” Bloomfield said.

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Clark posing a bad picture It sometimes seems that in her quest to seem young and hip, Christy Clark forgets that her job as Premier of B.C. requires a certain level of decorum and respect.

Christy Clark once again demonstrated how oblivious she can be, creating another fracas with her attempt to host an International Day of Yoga event. “Om the Bridge” would have seen Vancouver’s busy Burrard Bridge closed for several hours on June 21, and set the province back $150,000.

June 21 is the first day of summer. It’s also, as many people are aware — though apparently not Premier Clark — National Aboriginal Day. Clark apparently still hasn’t learned a lesson that most people learn in their childhood, that showing respect creates respect in turn. When it comes to dealing with B.C.’s First Nations, showing respect is a key piece of the puzzle. It would be hard to describe how much disrespect Clark showed by organizing — and planning to attend this event — on the same day.

And she didn’t stop there, taking to Twitter on Thursday to mock the people expressing concern over Om the Bridge.

The whole sorry mess fell apart on June 12, when Clark announced she wouldn’t be attending Om the Bridge. It’s worth noting that in Clark’s 220-word announcement that she wouldn’t be attending the event, only 23 words were dedicated to National Aboriginal Day — the rest was about the wonders of yoga. Nor did Clark mention anything she might be doing on the 21st to honour Canada’s First Peoples.

One TwitterWESTERN user, Peter McCartney, summed PENTICTON up Clark’s attitude pretty well when he suggested the premier was “showing all the maturity of a 12-year-old.”

Though perhaps that is doing a disservice to 12 year olds. Most of them have a better idea of what respect for themselves and others entails.

Perhaps we could find a 12-year-old to offer Clark some basic lessons?

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The truth behind grouping

My heart goes out to the family, friends and colleagues of Const.

Daniel Woodall, the hate crimes officer who was gunned down in Edmonton last week.

The tragedy that took hold of west Edmonton is a reminder of the ever-present danger police put themselves in and the bravery of those who don the badge.

Having spent around four years living in Edmonton, and prior to that growing up three hours away, this one hit close to home.

It was heartwarming to see the outpouring of support for the Edmonton Police Service, even notions as small as the changing of Facebook profile pictures to the EPS patch worn by Edmonton officers.

Of course, not everyone was willing to use the soapbox that is the Internet to show their support. No, some people picked the worst possible moment to, in so many words, say a phrase made popular by former rap group

Dale Boyd

Ramble on N.W.A. I won’t repeat it here, that’s what Google is for.

Too soon doesn’t even begin to cover it.

Yes, police should be held to a higher standard of scrutiny than most; yes, abuse from police is real and should always be investigated with the public’s interest at heart, but find another time and place to make your argument.

Save those comments for the officer who broke up a Texas pool party, waving his gun around at a bunch of teenagers like it was made of candy and shot out lollipops.

What I get from the dichotomy of these events seems like an ever-present truth, no profession is perfect.

There are good doctors and bad doctors, bad journalists and good journalists (heck, I’ve even met a few), good people and bad people.

Generalizations are dangerous, and used far too commonly in print, or even in everyday conversation. If you start a sentence with “Police always ...” or “Hockey fans are ...” or, my personal favourite, “The media ...” then I can guarantee without a doubt that whatever follows is going to be factually inaccurate.

We as humans like to group things, to make sense of the gigantic scales of the Earth that our five senses are barely equipped to understand. This gets dangerous when dealing with groups of people.

It happens all the time in politics.

“The conservative right thinks ...” Let me stop you right there, no

they don’t. You’re generalizing to make your point. Joe Blow might vote conservative for fiscal reasons, maybe his views on abortion differ, and that goes for every one of the thousands of unique conservative voters out there.

It reminds me of Kevin O’Leary warning us all that the sky was falling and that oil companies (a generalization) weren’t going to work with Rachel Notley’s orange Alberta. Nice try Kevin, but a swing and a miss.

Generalizing race is a common practice as well. Phrases like “Black voters ...” or “First Nations voters ...” are a good way of summing up some data, but those statements aren’t off to a good start as far as being truthful or accurate. They’re really just talking points.

My aforementioned favourite “the media ...” gets thrown around just as often as “the cops ...” — but can the thousands of people who are essentially just

doing their jobs, with different values, races and religions really get lumped together as one big metaphorical vulture? I would say not, but hey, I’m one of those vultures, so I’m a touch biased.

Pobody’s nerfect, and it’s a common political tactic that many don’t seem to realize is the status quo: pick one person associated with a group that makes them look bad, and draw the focus their way to further your own agenda, right or wrong be damned.

Just remember when you go to write an insensitive comment that, while you may not agree with their career choice or values, police, lawyers, doctors, chefs and students are groups made up of people, each their own unique person who eats, sleeps and breathes just like you.

We’re all in this together, at least until we set up base camp on Mars.

Dale Boyd is a reporter with the Penticton Western News.

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Way to go Harper So Stephen Harper wants to show his solidarity towards our fine fighting forces by spending God knows how much taxpayer’s money to take a day trip aboard a Canadian destroyer. Big deal.

If the Prime Minister wants to show solidarity towards military veterans and active members, he can start by reversing the policy of pension rollbacks.

What do I mean, you ask?

When a government employee retires (I’m not sure if this is also in the private sector), they receive a pension and a benefit called a “bridge”, which they get until age 65. The bridge then ceases and monthly pension payments continue.

I noticed an annotation at the bottom of my last military pension statement which reads: “$332.00 is the bridge benefit portion of your monthly annuity that is payable to age 65 or until entitled to a CPP/

Travesty of justice The “letter of the law” is an expression that has been bantered about for eons.

It would seem that no one really knows what it means. It would be subject to interpretation with what might be termed as rampant use of such things as “notwithstanding” and “whereas clauses.”

In these instances, the rights of the perpetrators of crimes appear to have more importance than the rights of individuals who have been victimized. Is this typical of Canada or is it the norm through other democracies as well?

It doesn’t take too much research to get the answer to that one.

Why is it that good old Canada seems to be a nation of bleeding hearts and exceptions to the rule when it comes to crimes that are set out in law and the consequences that fit them?

It seems that we want to create the impression that, “We are Canada a pristine, proud member of the world order.”

If we believe this, then P.T. Barnum was right when he said, “There’s a sucker born every minute.” The current issue with Mr.

Schoenborn, who killed his three children in 2008, and his day pass scenario is a typical example. Here is a travesty of justice if ever there was one. The law states that consequences for his offense are spelled out. However, instability trumps the law, so it would seem.

True, there has been time served. That we know is documented.

However, so called professional experts have stated that Mr. Schoenborn has progressed to the point that he could function on supervised outings in the community.

Here, the law says one thing and the experts say another. In most other democracies, such crimes do not get the “bleeding heart treatment,” irrespective of the circumstances.

Several questions come into play here?

How often will this freedom be exercised?

How tight will the security be? Have the victims’ rights been respected and protected as we are led to believe that supervision will not be sheriff driven? What guarantees are there against acts of violence or even recidivism?

How safe will the general public in the

QPP disability pension. At that time, the indexation of your benefit applicable to this portion will also cease to be paid.”

I called the pension board and asked them to explain this to me. Basically, if I had opted to take the bridge until age 65, not only would I have lost the $332 per month, but I would actually have to start paying it back. This is not a “bridge”. This is what is called a “loan.” If I had taken this bridge today (I retired from the military in 1998), by age 65 I would have collected roughly $35,000. If I then have to start paying it back until I pass away, if I live to be 90 I will have repaid over $100,000.

Way to go, Stephen Harper. Thanks for your appreciation.

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Special thanks to Dr. Davidson and Dr. Harries. I sincerely appreciate the encouragement and kindness of the ambulance attendants, hospital staff, nurses, physio therapists and volunteers who helped with my recovery.

Also, thanks to our many wonderful friends and neighbours who have been a great source of support and encouragement. I can’t express enough how much you all mean to me.

surrounding community be? I would wager that there are very few guarantees here to many of these. The experts appear to be basing their decision on their observations over a period of time. Who knows for sure what’s real and what’s an act?

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Shatford Players a success The Cake-Walk play has been completed and we have warm memories of this creative endeavour.

The rock hard cakes and a few other props have been carefully put into storage and are available to other theatre groups which might like to perform this lively, fun play. Cake-Walk, the original play by Colleen Curran was held May 29 to 31 at the Shatford Centre, and it was a great success.

The play was lively, hilarious, well done by everyone and a historic legacy, being the first ever play by the Shatford Players.

The idea began in 2014 when Ann Harris arrived with a collection of cakes, which she created for the play Cake-Walk produced in Victoria in 2013 with the St. Luke’s Players. The cakes are not edible; they are creations made with styrofoam blocks and shapes, cheese cloth, light glue, wall board paste and many more inedible accoutrements.

With these artful cakes already made, former drama teacher at Princess Margaret, Leslie Manion, suggested that we take on

Roving skeptic

I see on CNN news on my TV that NASA observed a sunset on Mars.

As always I am a bit skeptical about the claim, that scientist has observed a sunset on Mars. I think I can safely say that this is fiction.

If someone wants to observe a sunset on Mars, he must be on the far side of the planet and looking towards the sun. The Mars rover, who is running around here, somewhere on our planet Earth and not on Mars, cannot see a sunset.

Why do I think that the rover is roaming somewhere here on Earth? If a marmot is crawling around on Mars between some rocks and objects that appear or disappear in the pictures from rover, it is safe to assume the rover is here on earth.

If someone does not believe me, please make your own searches on the net, where you will find more anomalies, which could

the play and invite her high school friend, Colleen Curran to come to beautiful Penticton, which we did. Colleen accepted our invitation and arrived days before the play began, taking in all the highlights, which included a special dinner at Theo’s Restaurant, in Colleen’s honour, with thanks to Nikos, Theo and Mary Theodosakis for their generosity to the arts and culture in our community.

Colleen attended all the last rehearsals and the four plays, besides teaching a workshop, giving a master class and providing a reading sponsored by the Canadian Playwright’s Guild.

One critical part of putting on a play is getting someone to commit to direct it.

We are very pleased that Okanagan School of the Arts Board Member Judi Ritcey offered to be the director with her many years experience, both on stage and behind the scenes. Judi was the founding director for Unicorn Productions a local children’s theatre group, and is also well known for her many roles with Penticton Light Opera.

not be on Mars.

Otto Sturhahn Penticton

Defeating depression

The Defeat Depression Campaign is taking on depression and stigma in a big way.

The fourth annual Penticton Defeat Depression Campaign on May 9 exceeded our goal by 20 per cent.

Generous supporters donated $3,600 to pass our $3,000 goal.

Thank you to our local sponsors: Valley First Credit Union and Safeway, and all the volunteers who made the day successful.

Sharon Evans Penticton

All is not well

First of all I would like to thank letter writer Dianne Varga for her excellent letter informing even the unconscious Harper believers that all is not well on the Western Front.

Canadian closet gladiator Stephen has now taken to the high

seas on a Canadian warship performing a poor impersonation of Popeye the Sailor Man. Harper tries to be fearless even without his forgotten can of conservative spinach only found in local bull pens. The other impersonator (God help us), rookie Jason Kenney who replaced former Man of War Big Bad John B as Defense Minister claims they are being tracked by Russian warships which were seven nautical miles away.

Fly the skull-and cross-bones — man all battle stations — prepare to engage the Russian Moby Dick with dirty words till hopefully Uncle Sammy arrives. before the ‘S’ hits the fan. Rescind those order’s captain and set course for dry land as Kenney and I are getting sea sick and just a little frightened.

I prefer to make President Putin angry when I am in a safe place as I’m not a real Gladiator you know?

Tom Isherwood Olalla

Recently Judi performed in Love, Loss & What I Wore and She Needed Me. Judi is an avid supporter of the Shatford Centre, Penticton Tune-Agers, theatre, Musaic Vocale Ensemble and the arts community.

The cast and crew worked tirelessly through many rehearsals, workshops and finding props and costumes to bring this delightful play together. Special thanks to the cast of Colin McKenzie, Kim Russell, Cheryl Vaillant, Grayce Overhill, Gordon Dawson, Donna-Marie Delorey, Leslie Manion and the crew of Judi Ritcey, Marie Lévesque, Janet Flack, Ian Flack, Kevin Ritcey, Colin McKenzie, Andre Vaillant and Crystal-Anne Howell for bringing this play and its characters to life on the Shatford Stage. Cake-Walk raised $2,575 for the Penticton Rotary Community Learning Kitchen, which is under construction.

These funds will help to make this kitchen a wonderful resource for the community.

Jane Shaak Executive director at the Shatford Centre —Okanagan School of the Arts

Compliments to the chefs

I would like to thank everyone who entered first chilli cook off which was held at the Royal Canadian Legion in Penticton.

First prize went to Sylvia Lilley of Allready Soups & Suppers.

Other local restaurants Bellevue Cafe, Pasta Factory, Spiros Cubbyhole, Brodo’s and Tugs Tap House.

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everyone that tried all our great chillies.

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Organizers of the Penticton Pacific Northwest Elvis Festival say they have a stellar headliner to help celebrate the 14th anniversary of the festival.

This year, they’ve booked Donny Edwards, an Elvis tribute artist that has earned a singular honour.

“Donny is probably one of the most amazing tribute artists in the whole world,” said director Terri Bremner. “He is the only one that has ever been allowed to perform his show on Graceland.”

Edwards, along with celebrity guest Cynthia Pepper, will be arriving in Penticton at 2:20 p.m. on June 25. Bremner said they are trying to get together a good reception for them at the Penticton Airport.

“We are going to have some of city council down there and most of our executive board,” she said, explaining it is no coincidence that Edwards and Pepper, who starred with Elvis as PFC Midge Riley in the 1964 film Kissin’ Cousins, are arriving together.

“He is very good friends with Cynthia Pepper. Cynthia is like his third mom,” said Bremner, adding that she expects Edwards to bring Pepper on stage with him.

“I believe he is going to sing the same song to her that Elvis sang in the movie,” she said, adding that she was impressed with the authenticity of both Edwards and Pepper.

“His is probably the closest looking to Elvis I have ever seen in my life. That he is the only one that the Presley family has allowed on Graceland was just very intriguing for me,” said Bremner. Edwards

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“This is exciting for her because they are so close and they will have a lot going on. Plus she has written a book on her experience with Elvis, and she will be selling her book, Pigtails, Presley & Pepper, at the festival as well.

From the kick-off party on June 26 to the wind-up on June 28, the Penticton Elvis Festival is a weekend filled with fun and music events celebrating the King of Rock ‘n Roll. It’s also the same weekend at the Peach City Beach cruise.

“This city is going to be popping at the seams,” said Bremner.

This year, the tribute artist competition starts at 9 a.m. on June 28 in Okanagan Lake Park, with Edwards performing that evening in the Penticton Trade and Convention Centre.

Sunday brings the ever-popular Gospel Music showcase in Okanagan Lake Park at 9 a.m., followed by the tribute artist finals at 2 p.m. in the convention centre. The winner of the Professional Category will represent the Penticton Elvis Festival at the ultimate Elvis Competition in Memphis this year.

Bremner said tickets are also on sale for the after party, which she said is one of her favourite events.

“We sold out at 400 last year and we are adding another 100 this year, but once it is sold, we are done,” said Bremner. “That is the most fun for me, because you are done with PENTICTON PACIFIC Northwest Elvis Festival headliner Donny Edwards is performing at the Penticton the competitions, everybody can reTrade and Convention Centre on June 28.

Submitted photo lax and you go and have a nice dinner. Anybody that wants to get up performs regularly in Las Vegas, and asked him if he was interested, with him,” said Bremner. and sing can and it is very laid back. which is also where Pepper lives. at that point I didn’t know who to Edwards, who has claimed two It’s just the icing on the cake.”

“She lives on the outskirts of bring in as a celebrity, he said ‘why top world titles has never been to Visit pentictonelvisfestival.com Vegas, so they see each other quite don’t you ask my friend Cynthia?’ Penticton before, but this is the sec- for ticket information and more. often. When I phoned Donny up So I kind of scooped her up along ond visit for Pepper.

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It’s half-price admission day this Sunday at The Keremeos Grist Mill and Gardens who are celebrating Father’s Day. The Grist Mill kitchen is preparing a pancake breakfast served from 9 until 10:30 a.m. From 10 a.m. until noon Similkameen Family Literacy will host a kid’s activity space at the Sumac Grove near the bridge On Sunday’s half-price day, as every day until Thanksgiving, visitors can enjoy walks in the lawns,

orchard and gardens with a tour through the works of the 1877 water driven power mill and interactive displays at The White House.

The luncheon is served from The Grist Mill kitchen from noon until 3 p.m. Apple House Tales are presented by Dave Cursons of the Heritage Players in the Apple House until 3 p.m. A repertoire of stories, poems and reflections on heritage themes comes with an invitation to visitors to share any of their favourite renderings from B.C.’s past.

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Lotto winner in disbelief Kristi Patton

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Penticton resident Irene Vestner is $1 million dollars richer after winning the Guaranteed Prize Draw on the May 30, 2015 Lotto 6/49 draw.

Vestner was running errands when she decided to self-check her ticket — that’s the moment when her life changed.

“I didn’t believe it at first, when I checked my ticket,” recalled Vestner.

“I had to call the store manager over to double check it and all I could do was stare at the machine in disbelief – I was stunned by the amount.”

The first person Vestner told about winning $1 million was her closest friend, who shared Vestner’s shock and excitement.

“At first, my friend thought I won $1,000 and I told her to check the zeros and she couldn’t believe there were six of them,” exclaimed Vestner.

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“I have been in retail for almost 30 years and $100,000 was the biggest I ever sold, now this. It is just really unbelievable to have sold it because the odds the numbers came out of my store are astronomical.”

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Last chance for prolific offender Dale Boyd Western News Staff

A prolific offender living in the South Okanagan has one last chance to prove he is too sick to serve his jail sentence.

“Unless you’ve got some medical information supporting the fact that you are unable to comply with the intermittent jail sentence, but absent that I think my direction is going to be that you’re going to have to serve your intermittent sentence,” said Judge Greg Koturbash.

Ronald Teneycke provided documents to Crown counsel Kevin Foley from Interior Health and Forensic Psychiatric Services Commission, however the documents did not outline his inability to serve the sentence. Teneycke has yet to serve any time on his intermittent jail sentence, to be served on weekends, despite appearing before the court on three separate occasions and once represented by his sister since an order was made to change the start date on April 30.

Teneycke pleaded guilty to his most recent charges of making or possessing explosives and possessing a weapon contrary to a court order. The 52-year-old was sentenced on April 9 to time served since his Jan. 22 arrest, as well as an additional 90 days, a lifetime firearm ban and three years probation.

“The Crown’s concerned that we’re never going to get to these weekends,” Foley said.

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Heads butted at Monday’s city council meeting over adjustments to special events operations at a Naramata Bench winery, but it was given the endorsement.

“With time the (neighbours) will be able to see that nothing’s going to change and it’s not scary,” owner of Bench 1775 Winery Val Tait said. “But it may take time to alleviate people’s fears.”

Council decided to allow Bench 1775 Winery to operate with a Special Events Area (SAE) endorsement, recommending the Liquor Control and Licensing Branch supports Bench 1775 Winery’s application, with restrictions against weddings going longer than 11 p.m., private parties 10 p.m., and ticketed events at 9 p.m. A cap of a maximum of 150 patrons at any event was also endorsed.

Only Coun. Tarik Sayeed voted against the recommendations, showing concern for those with farms and families who didn’t want to be kept up late at the mercy of loud neighbours.

He said he worries for the state of the neighbourhood if other wineries follow suit and begin hosting special events regularly.

“Wineries need to exist as wineries,” he said.

In response, Coun. Judy Sentes said the times have changed, and any winery that might apply for an SAE in the future will also be subject to the city’s Good Neighbour bylaw, which regulates against unruly noise.

“We are a pro-business council,” she said in her reasoning.

In hopes of mitigating concerns, the Bench 1775 Winery engaged neighbours during a public consultation process over the past month.

Despite the effort, neighbour Debbie Sorter said she remains strongly opposed against the SAE licence. Sorter said she understands the emotional attachments that form between wineries, beautiful scenery, and special events, but doesn’t think an SAE suits the neighbourhood.

“How is their slim profit margin our concern,” she said.

Neighbours of the winery filled the council chambers, some distraught council’s decision would likely set a precedent. Jim Forsyth said he un-

derstands the balance that needs to be struck between business interests and residents’ enjoyment, and argued that bed and breakfast businesses will be threatened by the increased levels of noise and traffic.

Furthering that argument, Riddle Road Retreat co-owner Doug Stewart said that he and his wife were walking their dog one night and could hear loud, audible music playing until 11:40 p.m. – and that was from 1.5 kilometres away.

While speaking before council, Tait addressed the scrutiny from her neighbours. She said there was no event taking place during the night in question, re-iterating she’s approachable and encouraged neighbours to discuss any concerns with her in person. Tait said they are not expecting to host more than eight special events per year.

With an SAE, a winery can organize events with less red tape, and assume liability for functions held on their property – rather than forcing third-party liability. Also with an SAE, the winery will be allowed to serve its product outside of its tasting room.

Without an SAE, wineries can still host special events, but has to micromanage each function. Bench 1775 Winery currently uses this method for weddings and special events.

Many of the neighbours’ concerns related to the level of noise that will likely increase with an SAE. Coun.

Max Picton said that bylaws are already in place against excessive noise, and opposed restrictions against limiting entertainment.

The practicality of those bylaws were disputed, as some public comments called bylaw services ineffective after 4:30 p.m. Coun. Helena Konanz then proposed an amendment that no amplified music be allowed.

Picton said non-amplified music is often louder than instruments that plug in, and acoustic noises cannot be turned down by a dial. Her motion did not receive enough support then a motion was presented to limit the live music to 9 p.m. for weddings, instead of the staff recommendation of 10 p.m.

“How many of you have been to a wedding that shuts down at 9 p.m.?”

Picton asked. “If (Bench 1775 Winery) wanted to right now, they could start playing a DJ off their deck – just without alcohol. Perhaps existing bylaws just need to be enforced more.”

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SONYA EWANIUK of Penticton gets some practice in this week in preparation for the Canadian National Disc Golf Championships taking place June 19-21 in Vancouver. Joining her will be another local competitor, Shane Quesnel. They will be competing in the women’s and men’s advanced amateur divisions.

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Disc golfers aiming for fun Emanuel Sequeira Western News Staff

After more than 10 years playing disc golf, Sonya Ewaniuk and Shane Quesnel are getting their first taste of national championship play.

The founding members of the Penticton Disc Golf Club will be in Vancouver June 19-21 for the 2015 Canadian National Disc Golf championship. They are competing in the women’s and men’s amateur advanced divisions.

“I am really excited to get to play against some of the best women in B.C. and Canada,” said Ewaniuk in a club statement. “Even though we are competing against each other, we all become really good friends over the duration of a tournament like this. It will be lots of fun.”

Ewaniuk is competing in a field of four, including herself, while Quesnel is up against 49 others. Quesnel, an even-par player depending on the course, said competing in the nationals is going to be great.

“No matter what, it’s going to be a good experience,” said Quesnel,

33, who has played for 16 years. “I haven’t played in this category with that many competitors. They are really good. It will be really good to see where I’m at and where I could use improvement. It’s definitely going to be a lot of fun.”

Ewaniuk has been playing for 12 years and has competed in tournaments all over western Canada and the U.S. She is hoping to finish first or second. Usually scoring five over par at Penticton’s Three Blind Mice course, the Albertan said her score will depend on the course.

“I look forward to the challenge, I look forward to the camaraderie,” she said. “There is such a great attitude and atmosphere around disc golf events. I’m just really excited to see people I haven’t seen in a few years.”

Quesnel is targeting a top-25 finish, but he said it’s going to be very challenging. Disc golf is similar to traditional golf, but instead of hitting a ball with a club, disc golfers throw special golf discs into catcher baskets. The goal is to complete each hole in the fewest number of strokes/throws as possible.

Keith praised by Blackhawk mates from KEITH on pg.1 Keith told NHL.com’s Brian Hedger “It feels so great” winning.

“You want to keep being a part of these things. You don’t get these awards without being on great teams with great players, and I’m just proud to be a part of this group of guys who cares so much and do whatever it takes.”

Keith’s teammate and Blackhawks captain Jonathan Toews said, “it’s about time” of Keith being named MVP. “We all know he’s going to go down as one of the great players to play the game,” said Toews to Masisak. “In our room, we knew that before the playoffs, but he keeps proving it time and time again. So I couldn’t be happier for a guy like that. It’s really incredible.”

Keith scored with 2:47 remaining in the

second period to give the Blackhawks a 1-0 lead. Kane gathered a pass along the right wall in the Lightning zone and waited for help. He then threaded a pass through two defenders to Keith in the middle of the ice.

Keith’s first shot was stopped, but he got past Lightning centre Cedric Paquette to bury his rebound over Ben Bishop’s glove.

“Right from the first (playoffs) game against Nashville, I saw a different level of hockey (from Duncan) that I’m not sure I’ve ever seen on my team,” said Blackhawks forward Brad Richards to Masisak. “Just how he kept doing it and never showed any signs of fatigue. He’s probably the best player I’ve ever seen. It was unbelievable what he did out there.”

“That guy was unbelievable,” said goaltender Corey Crawford to the Canadian

Press. “I don’t think I’ve seen anyone play any better. Whenever we needed a big goal or a big play it seemed like he made it.”

As for McLaughlin’s trip to Chicago, he wanted Ethan to experience the Mad House on Madison.

“He couldn’t believe it. Just the atmosphere of Chicago and the energy in that building,” said McLaughlin. “If you have never gone to a game in chicago, you want to experience it. Not taking anything away from the Canadian arenas or anything like that. Being in Chicago, just the energy in that building is amazing.”

McLaughlin could imagine the Mad House being electrifying on Monday.

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IN BRIEF Father’s Day racing

The Wine Country Racing Association is hosting Father’s Day drag racing at the Osoyoos airport. Gates open at 9 a.m. with racing starting around 11. Elimination round begins at 1 p.m. $10 at the gate, 12 and under free when accompanied by an adult.

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Penticton Minor Basketball is having a summer hoop session for kids in Grades 4 to 7 July 13-16 at Skaha Lake Middle School. Coaches will work with kids on fundamentals such as dribbling, passing, rebounding, shooting, lay-ups, footwork, the rules of and concepts of the game.

“What makes the camp engaging and fun is that we weave these key skills into fun competitive games,” said camp organizer and coach Dustin Hyde. “There are many competitive drills and competitions that make the camp fun and exciting. Each day we build on previous day skills and we always end with games. The amount of improvement seen over the week is always incredible.”

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Hoffert dances to victory

Don Hoffert’s team with Tom Leckie, Don Carlesen and Doug Gale danced to victory after carding a score of 118 for 24 under par in the waltz format on June 10. Right behind scoring 119 was the Paul Bourque, Merv Parasiuk, Art Moore and Howard Tracey foursome. The player of the day went to Bill MacDowall who eagled the par-five, 18th hole.

Gartrell tops Putt for Points

Pat Gartrell scored 26 points to claim the Putt for Points event June 9 at the Summerland Golf and Country Ladies Club.

Tied for second was Amanda McConaghy, Betsy McAndrew, Janis Goll and Gwen Redfern with 23 points; third wen to Barb Hatton with 21 points and fourth to Yvonne Stelzer and Hedy Sewel with 20 points.

Mohoriuk wins the Rose Bowl

Viv Mohoriuk carded 77 to win the Rose Bowl at the Penticton Golf and Country Club on June 9. Jean Arnett was second with 88. The Colleen Gordon Winner was Iris Murray carding 67 with Pat Fleming right behind at 68. Marlene Tymofievich and Mary Lou Lancaster carded 90 in gross play.

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COLTON VAN CAMP, front, shows off his Mustang pride with fellow Senior Athlete Above and Beyond Award winners Kenzie Haberstock, right, and Taylor Corrie, left. This is the second time the three have won an award together, taking home the Robin Muir Inspirational Award in Grade 10.

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To say that the three Princess Margaret students who received the Senior Athlete Above and Beyond Award last week didn’t see it coming would be an understatement.

“It was a big time surprise, I didn’t even know that this award existed,” said Colton Van Camp, while the two other recipients, Kenzie Haberstock and Taylor Corrie, laughed and nodded in agreement.

This isn’t the first time the trio has shared some hardware, having won the Robin Muir Inspirational Award together two years ago.

“I wasn’t really expecting it,” said Haberstock, who played volleyball, basketball and was on the swim team this year. “It was kind of cool that we all won it again together.”

Along with the recognition of the senior athlete award, Corrie took home a school record this year participating on the most sports teams. Corrie donned the Mustangs jersey for volleyball, basketball, soccer, tennis and badminton, as well as being one of three recipients of the top Grade 12 girls athlete award.

“Sports have always been one of my favourite things to do,” Corrie said. “It’s a great honour, it’s been amazing going to this school for the past four years and it was really great to receive it.”

She said her big draw towards athletics is working with a team and that tennis provincials were a highlight this year, with the Mustangs coming in 10th.

Van Camp, who was also one of the recipients of the top Grade 12 boys athlete award, said tennis provincials a favourite moment I was just hav- was this year and coming in ing fun, doing third in the province in volleyball. what we do, “Getting third was and it’s nice to a big moment for us,” Van Camp said. “Getbe recognized. ting most sportsmanlike team in tennis was — Colton Van Camp pretty cool because we just went out there to have fun.”

Despite not knowing the award existed, it was still a good feeling to get his name called.

“It feels awesome. I don’t know, I just love to play sports. I wasn’t looking for an award or anything. I was just having fun, doing what we do, and it’s nice to be recognized,” Van Camp said.

The top athletes by grade, who were given awards on June 11 at a ceremony held at Princess Margaret are Maxwell Smeltzer, Grade 9 boys; Simran Sidhu, Grade 10 girls; Prabhpreet Chahal, Grade 10 boys; Shinaaz Johal and Madison Cook, Grade 11 girls; Jacob Winstone, Grade 11 boys; Corrie, Megan Admussen-Blair and Kendra Penner, Grade 12 girls; Van Camp and Kohl Linder, Grade 12 boys.

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Flames offence burns Shamrocks Emanuel Sequeira Western News Staff

The South Okanagan Flames’ offence was on fire Monday at Memorial Arena against the Armstrong Shamrocks.

Heading into Monday’s Thompson Okanagan Junior Lacrosse League (TOJLL) action, the Flames averaged just under 11 goals per game. In front of an enthusiastic home crowd, the Flames outperformed the gritty Shamrocks for a 15-5 victory. The Flames were led by captain Kaid MacLeod who returned to action after missing three weeks from a separated shoulder to score six goals on Cole MacFarlane, while Mitch Brodt scored four. Chris Pond, TOJLL’s leading scorer, scored once, and assisted on eight goals.

“I thought we had a good game. One of our better games of the year,” said MacLeod, who has 22 goals and 42 points in eight games. “We played hard for the whole game. We haven’t been able to do that a lot this year.”

The Flames improved to seven wins with five losses. They had a 6-3 lead after the first period, which grew to 10-5 after two. MacLeod credited the Flames’ running game for distancing themselves from the Shamrocks.

“We tired them out half way through the second period. They didn’t

have a lot left in them,” said MacLeod, who added two assists. “We just kept running them out of energy. They couldn’t keep up with us.”

Also scoring for the Flames were Connor Walton with a hat-trick, Isaiah Kozak, Brenden Deverill and Pond, who leads TOJLL with 28 goals and 84 points in 12 games. Also trying to hit the scoresheet was goalie Dean Grimm, who finished with three assists and struck two posts.

During delayed penalties, Grimm joined the Flames attack, which drew plenty of attention by the Shamrocks.

“He likes to do it. They hate it,” said MacLeod. “They hate it so much.

I think that’s part of why he does it. It’s not something you see very often unless you are watching our games. Dean will do it all the time. Most goalies don’t do it and the other team doesn’t like it. That’s why we like to do it.”

“I’ve been trying to do that for a while,” said Grimm, who has one goal this season while playing out.

Asked about the special attention paid to him by the Shamrocks, he said he’s a target every time by opponents when he aims for their net.

“As soon as I come down, everyone swarms over,” he said. “A lot of times I will go down on offence and they will swarm and I will pass away and we get a free shot on net.

“They were trying to hit me pretty hard,” he continued. “My teammates stood up for me. I don’t feel it in the gear.”

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The Penticton Minor Hockey Association (PMHA) had a successful 2014-15 season.

Three teams — midget tier 2, peewee

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LittLe Miss MyLa — Myla Ganzeveld (back left) digs into some ice cream with her sister Vanelle (front) and sharon Brown (back right), owner of Ogo’s ice Cream. the ice cream shop, located on Main street, is donating a portion of cone sales on June 21 (the first day of summer), from noon to 4 p.m., to Myla’s family. the six-year-old is fighting a rare form of cancer and currently is in seattle receiving proton treatment.

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Cross another one off the bucket list.

Growing up in Europe, Marianne Walbergs never had an opportunity to drive a car and when she and her husband moved to northern B.C. she just never got around to it.

There was one occasion, 75 years ago, when she did manage to get behind the wheel but that was as far as it went and she was so frightened she never did it again.

That was until recently when her friends at the Village By the Station, where she is an adult day care client, arranged for a special present to celebrate her 92nd birthday.

“We were just chatting one day about opportunities people hadn’t had and she mentioned she had never driven a car so it was just a bucket list sort of thing,” said Jean Kearney Village recreation co-ordinator.

The centre’s staff enlisted the help of Dawn Schafer of the Penticton Driving School to help organize the unique surprise.

On the special day when Walbergs showed up at the centre she was greeted by her motorized chariot.

“I’m so nervous but what a wonderful opportunity at 92 to try something new,” said the senior prior to her big adventure.

After she was buckled into the driver’s seat, with Schafer by

MariaNNe WaLBerGs got a special gift on her 92nd birthday thanks to her friends at the Village by the station. the Penticton senior had an opportunity to drive a car for the first time in her life.

her side at the other controls, she began her cruise up and down the Village lane much in front of the many cheering and applauding spectators that included her granddaughter Fabi visiting from Hawaii.

Just for good measure she reverse parked into one of the centre’s stalls much to the delight of those watching.

“Oh, I did it ... well, with a little help from a friend,” said Walbergs after the drive, nodding in the direction of her co-pilot.

She then received an honorary driver’s licence good for a single use on the Village lane way and

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which she now plans to hang on her wall at home.

“She was so nervous and so thrilled she actually was crying a bit but once she got behind the wheel she did really, really well except there were so many people out there clapping and waving she took both hands off the wheel to wave back but otherwise it went really well,” said Kearney.

While she enjoyed the experience Walbergs doesn’t plan on another drive anytime soon.

“I won’t be heading out into traffic; the streets of Penticton are safe,” she said.

Name the Bugaboo mascot contest Western News Staff

ROAD CLOSURES 2015 • Friday, June 26 • Saturday, June 27 • Sunday, June 28

PARADE PORTION FRIDAY, JUNE 26 • 12:20pm to 7:30 pm: Elm Avenue: Parking lot at Skaha Lake Park.

• 5:45pm to 8:00pm: Main Street: North side of Eckhardt Avenue to the south side of Lakeshore Drive.

• Rolling road closures from Elm Avenue parking lot to Main Street at Eckhardt Avenue.

CAR SHOW PORTION FRIDAY, JUNE 26, 1:00AM TO SATURDAY, JUNE 27 MIDNIGHT • Lakeshore Drive: West bound (north) lane including angle parking, from west side of Main Street to Riverside Drive.

• Martin Street: South West corner of Gyro Park, north to Lakeshore Drive.

• Martin Street Extension.

• Power Street North end of 100 block to Churchill Avenue.

SUNDAY, JUNE 28 1:00AM TO 1:00PM • Lakeshore Drive: Main Street to Winnipeg Street.

Recreation Penticton has enrolled a new mascot at Bugaboo University, and they’re looking for help to give it a name.

The winning submission will receive a Recreation Penticton family prize pack which includes free passes to the pool, and residents of all ages are welcome to take part.

The mascot was designed as “a cute, cuddly and smart bug who loves to read, paint and bake,” according to a press release from the city, and its’ gender will be assigned by the winning submission.

The deadline is July 1, and entries can be sent to rec@penticton.ca.

Students who attend Bugaboo University are between the ages of three and five, and get a fun head start on literacy, art, math and science. To find out what the Bugaboo University is about, the school is having an open house on June 18 between 4:30 and 7:30 p.m. Parents and children will be able to take a tour, meet the faculty and check out

the bright new learning lab, which has become the new “epicentre of campus life.”

Spaces are open now for classes in the fall.

Learn more by contacting 250490-2426 or www.penticton.ca/recrereCreatiON PeNtiCtON is hold- ation. ing a contest to name the BugaAs Penticboo mascot. ton’s newest submitted graphic early childhood learning centre for three to five-year-olds, Bugaboo University offers an emergent style curriculum to ensure class room success for kindergarten.

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Major donors can leave hospital legacy Western News Staff

Major donors can now literally leave their legacy on the doors of Penticton Regional Hospital’s soon-to-bedeveloped $325-million Patient Care Tower.

New booklet-style brochures have been mailed out to hundreds of prospective donors, outlining the South Okanagan Similkameen Medical Foundation’s $20-million campaign to provide medical equipment for the PRH tower.

Walter Despot, the Foundation’s board chair, said he’s very impressed by the 12-page booklet which explains the history of PRH and the need for the pending expansion.

“The new Patient Care Tower is all about people – all of us who rely on the hospital for quality patient care, either for ourselves or

Walter Despot of Keremeos, board chair of the south okanagan similkameen Medical Foundation, shows a newly-printed campaign booklet and donor dedication opportunity list for the soon-to-be-developed patient Care tower at penticton regional Hospital.

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our loved ones,” Despot said. “The brochures reflect that vision.”

Included in the publication is a list of naming opportunities for indi-

viduals, service organizations and businesses to dedicate the various rooms, clinics and other features in the new tower. Dedication costs

range from $30,000 for an individual patient room to $10 million to put a donor’s name on the entire tower.

Interior Health guidelines stipulate that the naming costs for each room or facility should be about 10 per cent of the actual construction value.

Applications for Penticton businessman David Kampe to name the upgraded PRH Emergency Department and the Summerland Health-Care Auxiliary for naming rights to the Cardiology Diagnostic Clinic are already in the works, subject to formal approval by the Province.

Similar naming opportunities have been utilized in other major health care and education projects throughout B.C. In 2012, Vancouver businessman Jimmy Pattison donated $2.5

Summer fun at Township 7 winery Western News Staff

As summer approaches, Township 7 Winery has announced a lineup of events to soak in the quintessential Okanagan season.

Last year provided a long, warm summer and temperate autumn providing perfectly ripened and well-balanced fruit. Crafted

by Township’s new winemaker, Mary McDermott, the small lot wine was made at the Naramata

Bench winery and its’ first vintage is under screw cap.

With that, Township has announced a number of events including a return of the popular live theatre this August.

East meets west in their first celebration held on the Naramata Bench on June 20. Join Township 7 for an afternoon of new spring wine releases paired with freshly caught Maritime lobster at the lobster alfresco lunch in the

vineyard. Live music will be provided by local acoustic duo Rick Van Camp and Laurie Hudson.

Art in the Vines takes place on June 28 and then Bard on the Bench, presenting Twelfth Night, from Aug. 7 to 9. As they head into the Fall Wine Festival Township 7 Winery will host their 15th anniversary party on Sept. 12.

For more information on upcoming events or to RSVP visit www.township7.com.

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The Daytripper is off for another visit to the Caravan Farm Theatre in Armstrong. The show “The Night’s Mare”, is about a gentle horse lover whose skills are tested when a Hollywood “supercouple” comes to town to research a movie. We leave Penticton 3:00 pm with a Pub dinner stop in Vernon. Show time is 7:30 pm Price is $70.00 and it includes admission!

JULY 12

Experience the thrill of an old fashion train robbery. We head to Prairie Valley and the Summerland Steam Train where the Garnet Valley Gang will stage another of their infamous robberies. Following this two hour adventure you head back to the station to enjoy a delicious Baron of Beef &Chicken dinner and live music. Price for The Daytripper, the robbery and dinner is just $80.00.

AUGUST 15

We go to the Similkameen Valley to enjoy a day of traditional folk music described as a three day musical banquet. The Daytripper bus leaves the Penticton Visitors Centre at 0900 and returns about 8 pm. For full info on the festival check out princetontraditional.org. There is no admission fee at the door, but donations are encouraged.

Our fare for the trip is $40.00.

AUGUST 8 & 22

Follow the ponies at Desert Downs in Osoyoos.

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million to Okanagan College towards the $28-million Centre of Excellence in Penticton. More recently, the estate of Lloyd and Lota Jobling of Penticton donated $512,000 to cover the entire cost of a new residence for visiting health care students and locum physicians at PRH which opened in April.

Premier Christy Clark announced gov-

ernment approval of the PRH tower project in July 2014. A private sector partner is to be selected in early 2016, with construction to begin soon afterwards.

The new tower will include 84 single bed rooms, operating-surgical rooms, ambulatory care clinics, and be home to the UBC Faculty of Medicine program.

The hospital’s exist-

ing Emergency Department will be expanded to almost four times its present size.

Anyone wishing a copy of the campaign booklet or other information should contact the SOS Medical Foundation at 250-492-9027, Email SOSmedicalfoundation@interiorhealth. ca or stop by the office just inside the front lobby doors at Penticton Regional Hospital.

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AUTUMN ADVENTURES & FALL COLOURS

Yellowstone & Mt. Rushmore: 13 Days • aug. 25 .......................................................... $2299 Best of the West - Washington & Oregon: 8 Days • Sept. 6..........................................$859 Scenic Surprises of Oregon: 8 Days • Sept. 12 .................................................................. $1399 Salute to Southern Hospitality: 25 Days • Sept. 15........................................................ $5399 Canyons & Sunsets: 17 Days • Sept. 25 ................................................................................. $2399 Reno: 8 Days • Sept. 26 ........................................................................................................... from $389 Oregon Coast Gamble Adventure: 7 Days • Sept. 27, oct. 4 ........................................... $799 Rediscover the Silver State: 14 Days • Sept. 27 ............................................................... $1599 California Coastal Cruise: 11 Days • oct. 4 ............................................................... from $1769 New England Cruise & New York City: 13 Days • oct. 9 .................................... from $5000 PHONE: 250-493-5757 / 1-877-786-3860 • www.sunfuntours.ca 2904 SkaHa LakE ROaD, PENtictON **Some reStrictionS. *indicateS Guaranteed departure. priceS baSed on double. all diScountS included if applicable. G.S.t. on canadian tourS only. Subject to chanGe. b.c. reG: #3015-5

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Employment Hotel, Restaurant, Food Services BEACH Concession. We require a hardworking individual to be responsible for the set up and take down of a beach concession. You would need to tow a small cart to the beach, set up and then return to take down and tow home.

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Please forward resume with references and contact info. to: glm2@telus.net HOUSEKEEPER required for Resort Motel, FT position, exp. preferred or will train, $14-$16/hr. (depending on experience), apply with resume: Crown Motel, Lakeshore Dr. or contact Rob at 250-492-4092

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The Free Press, Fernie, BC The Free Press has an immediate opening for an Editor for its weekly community newspaper.

Must have 1 ton Van 2 days a week - Wednesday & Friday Early morning deliveries For more info please call 250-492-0444 Ext: 219 or 205 or email: circulation@pentictonwesternnews.com

You will work closely with the publisher to help set the editorial vision for this newspaper and as Editor, you will take a lead role in community engagement, which means getting involved in different organizations to promote the newspaper’s role and brand in the community.

Must have experience with InDesign. You will have experience in website content management, with the aim to grow online readership, while still preserving print readership. You will have a thorough understanding of how to use social media to enhance our print and online editions as well as expand our brand.

This job requires a tremendous amount of effort and time in order to be successful and we are looking for a dynamic individual to join our team. Compensation for this position will be based on experience and qualifications. There is an excellent benefits package as well as a car allowance and other related benefits. A reliable vehicle is required.

Fernie is considered by many one of the most desirable places in the province, if not the country, to live. People come for the skiing and stay for the lifestyle. Fernie offers a myriad of opportunities to the outdoor enthusiast, including skiing, mountain biking and fishing to name just a few. It is also a wonderful community to raise a family.

Black Press Community News Media is an internationally recognized newspaper publishing group with more than 190 community, daily and urban publications in BC, Alberta, Washington, Hawaii, California and Ohio published at 14 regional printing centers. Black Press employs 3,300 people across North America.

Please send resume, with cover letter, to Andrea Horton. We thank all of those who apply, however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.

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IN-STORE SECURITY OFFICER Leading Retailer requires an individual to be an in-store loss prevention officer in a busy retail environment.

The Position Your main job function as a Loss Prevention Associate is the effective control of shoplifter activity within the specific facility or facilities to which you are assigned. You will be responsible for the following: • Identification and Observation of shoplifters • Apprehension and detention of shoplifters • Recovery of property • Processing suspects and corresponding paper work.

• Preservation of evidence • Work with management and associates to ensure security controls are in place Qualifications The successful candidate should possess the following; • B. S.T. & A.S.T. Licencing • Strong analytical skills • Good written communication skills • Ability to work under stressful and high pressure situations • Team player • Able to investigate, interpret, and identify integrity issues • Ability to multi-task This is a full time position that offers a competitive compensation package with excellent company benefits. Compensation is in accordance with experience and education.

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The Free Press, a Black Press weekly publication in beautiful Fernie, B.C. is seeking an exceptional, full-time journalist/photographer to join our editorial team.

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Widened Okanagan Lake walkway unveiled Dan Walton

Western News Staff

The ribbon has been cut on the latest stretch of Okanagan Lake waterfront walkway as part of the city’s ongoing revitalization project.

The walkway was designed to accommodate all non-motorized transportation, and the stretch along Rotary Park can now be travelled without interruption.

“I want to see you all on your roller blades, skateboards and anything else with wheels,” said deputy Mayor Helena Konanz following the ribbon cutting ceremony on June 12.

The area of the walkway that was reopened sits north of Rotary Park, and had its paving stones replaced with three-metre wide concrete path. The lighting that was installed is energy-efficient lighting; additional seating was installed; and the landscape was designed to repel geese. And to showcase the city’s signature landmark, intersecting arcs and concentric circles have been built around the Peach concession stand.

“The old walkway was uneven but it was still okay,” said Coun. Andre Martin. “With this smooth surface you can rollerblade — it’s a great extension to the work that’s already been done.”

Rod King, who serves as the head of the waterfront enhancement committee, said the project has been a reflection of the support we’re receiving from the community.

“So many of our own citizens want to get

cases the community’s natural beauty,” Mayor Andrew Jakubeit said in a press release.

The first phase of the project started in 2013, and the stretch that was recently completed began in March.

There was $661,000 granted to the city through the federal Gas Tax Funds to support the project.

“This project is a great example how dedicated gas tax funding can help communities create and improve local infrastructure that encourages an active healthy lifestyle,” said Okanagan-Coquihalla MP Dan Albas.

“I hope all citizens take the time to walk this area and enjoy Penticton’s wonderful waterfront that is now more accessible to our community and many visitors.”

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Blaze burns Keremeos restaurant Tara Bowie Black Press

It’s unclear where an investigation into a fire that destroyed a vacant building that housed a restaurant and guest suites will lead.

The early morning blaze Monday that completely destroyed the Riverbed Bistro on 6th Avenue marks the third time firefighters have attended that location in four years.

Cpl. Sean Hall from the Keremeos detachment said police are deeming the fire suspicious.

“We are considering the fire suspicious and are investigating,” he wrote in an email to the Keremeos Review Monday afternoon.

The scene of the fire at 630- 6th Ave. was left unsecured overnight Monday. All that stops anyone from accessing the site is a plastic red tape that reads, “Danger Do Not Enter.”

Keremeos Fire Chief Jordy Bosscha said the structure, which is located across the street from the fire hall, had to be taken down with an excavator for safety reasons and so volunteer crews were not on scene all day Monday dousing hot spots.

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fire department Bosscha is also the local representative of the Office of the Fire Commissioner.

He does not possess the equipment to complete testing at the site and doesn’t think anything will be done unless an insurance claim is

made.

It’s unknown if the current owner has insurance. Testing might also be undertaken pending a police investigation.

“Being as there is no security on scene, it’s not secure, there would

be no value in anything found there now. Who knows who’s been at the site doing what overnight,” he said.

The fire was called in at about 3:30 a.m. No injuries were reported.

It’s been reported that neighbours heard glass smashing at the site several hours earlier.

“It’s unfortunate. I think it was burning for quite sometime,” he said.

When Keremeos firefighters arrived on scene heavy black smoke was billowing out of the building on the upper and lower floor.

“Within minutes after we arrived on scene the second floor exploded into flames. About a half hour after first arriving the roof and the second floor collapsed,” he said.

After gearing up and hustling across the street, Bosscha said he knew the building was not safe to enter and that crews would be working to keep neighbouring properties safe and get the fire out as soon as possible.

Fifteen members of the Keremeos department battled the blaze.

Four members of the Kaleden fire department attended under the mutual aid agreement. The fire was

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deemed out at about 7:30 a.m.

“Special thanks to Kaledan Fire Department, Fortis Power, Fortis Gas, RCMP and BCAS for their quick response and assistance,” Bosscha said.

The Riverbed Bistro has been burned by fire before.

A failed attempt to set the building on fire occurred in May 2011 when former owner Inderjit Chema used a small jerry can to dump $10 worth of gas on the walls of the building and threatened to light it up. Although unsuccessful, Chema was still charged with arson along with damage to own property, assault and uttering threats.

He received a suspended sentence and 18 months strict probation. Last reported Chema was running a restaurant with his wife in Surrey. Almost three years later on February 1, 2014 a fire ripped through the top floor of the building.

That fire was deemed suspicious, but no charges were ever laid.

The second floor was eventually rebuilt in spring 2014 but the business remained unopened until Monday’s fire completely destroyed the building.

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Stellar student wins $10,000 prize Steve Kidd

Western News Staff

Few students get to publish a research paper while they are doing their bachelor’s degree, but it’s even rarer for a student to be tagged as lead author by their professor.

That, however, is exactly the situation Pen High grad Yasha Pushak, now a doublehonours computer science and math student at

UBC Okanagan, found himself in.

“Yasha’s contribution was so high, that Dr. (Yves) Lucet and I decided to list him as first author,” said Dr. Warren Hare, Pushak’s mathematics prof. “Mathematics research has a ‘when in doubt, go alphabetical rule,’ and breaking this for an undergraduate student is exceptional.”

Pushak spent two summers working as an undergraduate re-

search assistant, and co-authored four publications during his four years at UBC. His first paper, which he worked on with Hare and computer science professor Lucet, was submitted to the European Journal of Operations Research, one of the top journals in its field.

It is only the latest accolade for Pushak, who graduated last week at UBC’s 2015 spring convocation. He has

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garnered more than 10 scholarships and awards, including the $10,000 Pushor Mitchell Gold Medal Leadership Prize, as a student in the Irving K. Barber School of Arts and Sciences.

“When it came to my undergraduate degree, I was fully mentally preparing myself to be just an average student. It ended up not being that way,” said Pushak. “I am still surprised when I win awards.”

Yasha’s father, Bob Pushak, noted that the gold medal isn’t just recognizing Yasha’s academic achievements, but also his community service, noting that he also won a community service award when he graduated from Pen High.

“He was just doing an incredible amount of stuff at the time. I’ve worried about him at times, that he is not going to be able to keep up his grades and do all this community involvement.

“He got himself a treadmill desk so he could be working while he was getting exercise at the same time.”

In this case, the community service was organizing a major conference for undergrads at UBC Okanagan the first Canadian Undergraduate Computer Sci-

Yasha Pushak, a 2011 Pen high grad, graduated from uBC-O recently with several awards and scholarships, including a gold medal recognizing his high level of both academic and community achievement.

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ence Conference. Yasha attended a similar conference for mathematics last summer, and enjoyed it so much that when he learned no such event existed in computer science, he decided to organize one.

The social aspect of the conference was a big motivator for Yasha, who said that appeals to him as much as research.

“Part of the reason I liked the conference was that I got to meet really amazing students from across Canada and interact with them. Having people who are passionate about the same stuff as I was really cool,” said Yasha.

A good night’s sleep, said Yasha, is how he manages to do so much.

“I make sure that I try to get sleep every night, so that I am awake during the day so that I can do it all,” he said.

“That’s my secret.”

Next year, Yasha will be working on a master’s degree at UBC Vancouver in computer science, but beyond that, he isn’t sure what the future holds.

“What I want to do in the end, I am not sure. I know that I like working with people primarily,” he said.

Research is fun, but Yasha said he also enjoyed interacting with

other students while working as an undergraduate teaching assistant.

“If I do become a professor, I would like that, because it combines both the research and the teaching and interacting with other people,” he said.

Bob isn’t sure what the future holds for his son either.

“Who can tell for sure if he is going to make a significant contribution, but maybe he will,” said Bob. “I’ve told both of my boys that hopefully they could do something more significant with their lives than just making money.”

highway rules clarified for left lane hogs Western News Staff

Drivers are facing fines of $167 unless they have a good reason to travel in the left lane of high-speed, multi-lane highways in B.C. as of June 12.

New regulations are in effect that clarify the rules for travelling in the left lane on the highway.

Drivers on multi-lane highways, where the speed is more than 80 kilometres per hour, must stay in the right hand lane unless they are overtaking and passing another vehicle, moving left to allow traffic to merge, preparing for

a left hand turn or moving left to pass an official vehicle displaying a flashing light.

The travel speed drops to 50 kilometres per hour or less during periods of congestion and drivers are encouraged to use the leftmost lane to keep traffic flowing.

The $167 fine associated with breaking the left-lane rules will also come with three driver demerit points.

The new laws allow the ministry to define winter tires, studded tires and traction devices like chains in regulation.

Another new change permits

local governments to allow motorcycle parking within six metres of intersections with stop signs or signals, as long as they don’t impede drivers’ views, to allow for more efficient use of the space to small for a car.

When traffic is minimal and no one is approaching a driver from behind, the province says a driver can travel in the left-most lane, mostly to allow drivers in rural areas to keep a greater distance from the roadside where they might encounter wildlife.

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Blood donor clinic from 1:30 to 5:30 p.m. at the Seniors Drop-in Centre, 2965 South Main St. Appointments can be made at 1-888-236-6283.

Take the eligibility quiz before donating at www. blood.ca/en/eligibility-quiz or call to prescreen yourself prior to your donation.

Visit us at www.blood. ca for more information about blood donation. This helps us to ensure you can donate and if you are not able to please ask someone to donate on your behalf.

BereavemenT The resource Centre at 129 Nanaimo Ave. W has weekly drop-in grief support sessions Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. Adults welcome. 250-490-1107.[we] elks cluB on Ellis Street has a management meeting at 7:30 p.m. senior singles, 65 and over, meet from 10 to 11 a.m. at the Penticton Golf and Country Club for coffee. Call 250-492-7078 for more info. lunch group for 65-plus seniors meets at noon.

Meet new friends and chat.

Call 250-496-8622 or 250770-8622 for more information. alcoholics anonymous has daily meetings in Penticton and area. Call 250-490-9216 (24 hours) for more info.

The penTicTon academy of Music String Orchestra rehearses from 7:15 to 8:45 p.m. in the lounge of the Leir House, 220 Manor Park Ave. New members welcome. Please call 250493-7977 for more info. care closeT ThrifT Store at 574 Main St. has weekly specials and special auctions. Open Monday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. All proceeds to the local hospital and hospice. Donations welcome. anaveTs has hump Day with Stu’s kitchen open from 9 a.m. to noon.

Dinner by Stu at 5:30 p.m. and entertainment by Buzz Byer at 6:30 p.m. kiwanis cluB meeTs at 7 p.m. every Wednesday at 390 Brunswick St. Call 250-493-8901 for info. al-anon for friends and family of alcoholics at 7:30 p.m. at United Church, 696 Main St. Call 250-490-9272 for info. oliver douBle o Quilters have drop-in activities Wednesdays. souTh main drop-in Centre has medical Qi Gong at 10 a.m., coffee social 10 a.m. to noon, cribbage at 1 p.m., ukulele strum-along at 6:30

p.m.[we] Bingo every wednesday in the Legion hall with the Ladies Auxiliary, 502 Martin St. at 1 p.m. Daily lunch from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. hand and fooT canasta at 1 p.m. in the Penticton Leisure Centre, 439 Winnipeg St. Lessons available for those who have never played before.

Call June evenings at 250492-7630 for info. carpeT Bowling from 1 to 2:30 p.m. at the Seniors’ Recreation and Wellness Centre, 439 Winnipeg St. okanagan falls seniors’ Centre has music and coffee from 9 to 10:30 a.m. and carpet bowling at 1 p.m. summerland arT cluB meets Wednesday’s from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Summerland Library.

Painters of all levels welcome. Workshops available. Contact Mary at 250494-5851 for info. fosTer care info sessions every Wednesday from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. at MCFD Resource Office.

For info call Moe at 250770-7524 or visit www.fosterbc.ca or www.mcf.gov. bc.ca/foster. alcoholics anonymous has nooner meetings Monday to Friday noon at 1197 Main St. Call service 24 hours is 250-490-9216.

Night group meets in the Baptist Church at 7:30 p.m. at 1498 Government St. The Summerland group meets at 8 p.m. at 13204 Henry Ave. in the basement. penTicTon duplicaTe Bridge Club has games Wednesday’s at 7 p.m., Thursdays at 1 p.m. and the Under 100 Club Thursdays at 12:30 p.m. in the Penticton Legion on Martin Street. Call Birgitta at 250-770-1154 for info. seniors’ recreaTion and Wellness Centre at 439 Winnipeg St. hosts euchre every Wednesday from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Call Jeanne at 250-492-7266 for more information.

pounds. Call Dot at 250492-5400 for more information.

Tops B.c. 1640 meets from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. in the Bethel Church basement at 945 Main St. Phone Beverley at 250493-5968 or Liz at 250493-7997 for more info. line dancing wiTh Claire Denney every Thursday from 9 to 11 a.m. at the Oliver Seniors Centre, 5876 Airport St. Call Claire at 778-439-2070 for information. royal canadian legion branch 40 has lunch from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., crib at 7 p.m., 502 Martin St. fraTernal order of the Eagles has tacos at 5 p.m.

p.m. at the Church of the Nazarene, 523 Jermyn Ave. Call Merle at 250770-8093. anaveTs has Their kitchen open 9 a.m. to noon, pool at 7 p.m. alcoholics anonymous nighT group meets at 8 p.m. at 150 Orchard Ave. in the Outreach Centre.

The Okanagan Falls group meets at 8 p.m. at 5328 Hawthorne St. and the men’s book study group runs at 7:30 p.m. at 102 1825 Main St. Vineyard Church. Al-Anon for friends and family of alcoholics meets at 7:30 p.m. in the Summerland United Church. Call 250-4909272.

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The penTicTon puBlic Library presents a how-to program for anyone who wants to learn how to set up a book club in the auditorium at noon. Learn about resources available with your library card, or in the library. Whether you use a computer or not, there are ways to enrich your knowledge of authors and books that make for terrific group reads and discussions.[0619p] elks cluB on Ellis Street has drop-in fun darts and pool at 7 p.m.

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has bingo with a loonie pot every Friday at 1 p.m. anaveTs has sTu’s kitchen open from 9 a.m. to noon. Mixed doubles pool at 7 p.m. and karaoke with Shawna at 7:30 p.m. c anadian r oyal legion branch 40 has fish and chips lunch at 11:30 a.m. Rib night at 5:30 p.m. eagles cluB has Friday Night Live dinner at 5 p.m. and entertainment at 7 p.m. Members and guests welcome. souTh main drop-in Centre has Tai Chi at 10:30 a.m., Mah Jong and Beginner Plus Line Dance at 1 p.m.[fr]

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Thursday souTh main drop-in Centre has Spanish conversation at 10 a.m., bingo and a crafters meeting at 1 p.m., introductory ukelele at 2 p.m.[th] Blood donor clinic from 1:30 to 5:30 p.m. at the Seniors Drop-in Centre, 2965 South Main St. Appointments can be made at 1-888-236-6283. fiTness friends meeTs every Monday and Thursday in the Legion hall, 502 Martin St. at 10 a.m. Come lose those extra

and musical trivia bingo at 7 p.m. Members and guests welcome to the hall at 1197 Main St. deserT sage spinners and Weavers Guild meets at 10 a.m. at the Oliver Community Centre.

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