A REAWAKENING The recent earthquake tremors remind us of area’s significance P.3
Peachland POST
The week of December 5, 2025
THANK YOU Recognition for those who have gone the extra mile P.8
CELEBRATIONS
ABOUT TOWN Find out what’s going on and where it’s happening P.11
Join Peachland’s Christmas light-up celebrations tonight at Heritage Park
Awaiting you at Heritage Park tonight will be music, entertainment, a chance to visit with Santa, a council welcome, a sing-along, the light-up countdown, lights on, and a fabulous fireworks finale. Throughout the event Peachland Lions will be serving hotdogs and hot chocolate (available by donation) with all proceeds going to the Peachland Food Bank. You might want to start the evening between 5:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. at the Historic School, either in
the Boys and Girls Club where face painting in a family oriented party atmosphere will be on offer, or next door, at the Art Gallery Open House where refreshments will be available. By 6:00 the assembled parties, armed with glow sticks and accompanied by a fire truck, will form a parade to Heritage Park. There they will meet up with those already at the park, including mayor and council.
Light-up tonight
At 6:15 the mayor will call the meeting to order, welcome people to the event, and invite everyone to join with him and councillors in a sing-along.
That will then lead to the light-up countdown and “lights on” at 6:30. At 7:30 a dazzling display of fireworks will bring the event to a close.
The district warns us that Beach Avenue will be closed to traffic from 5:45 to 6:30 p.m. between 1st and 6th Streets, although traffic detours will be available via Waldo Way. So, expect some congestion.
With that in mind, you might want to linger downtown and enjoy shopping or eating or both of those things: many places will be looking to welcome you!••
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By-election not assured
The BC Local Government Act requires that if a councillor passes away while in office that a by-election must be held to fill the vacancy, unless either: the vacancy occurs after June 1st in the year of a general local election; or, if the vacancy occurs after January 1 in the year of an election, and a majority of the remaining councillors agree that the vacancy need not be filled.
With the next local election being in October 2026, and the vacancy created by Councillor Thom’s passing being in November 2025, neither of these conditions are met. However, the Minister of Municipal Affairs has the authority to make exceptions to Local Government Act by-election provisions if circumstances warrant.
For Peachland, those circumstances centre mainly on cost. A full local general election costs in the region of $25,000 to conduct (almost equivalent to a 1% property tax hike) and a by-election $10-15,000. Whether of not the Minister will support an exemption from the by-election provisions remains to be seen, but the request has been made.
No date for a decision has been announced.
IN CASE YOU MISSED IT
Civic Survey
Today, Friday 5th is the last day to submit your responses to questions asked in the 2025 Civic Survey. If you haven’t dropped off a completed form to the municipal offices please do so - your information is important to council and district staff.
If you prefer you can do it on line by using this link: www.surveymonkey.com/r/RYKX6L5
It’s important to have your say!
Peachland Cemetery Biannual Clean-Up
District of Peachland staff have been conducting the biannual clean-up of the Peachland Cemetery which where necessary has involved removing items that have been placed on or around memorial markers.
Items removed have been placed next to the maintenance building on the grounds ready for owners to collect or place back on the memorial marker after the clean-up is completed which will be by December 8th.
Clean-up of the cemetery is conducted in the fall and spring to help ensure it remains a beautiful, safe and clean space for visitors.
For more Peachland cemetery information visit www.peachland. ca/cemetery
Peachland Places of Faith
Lake Avenue at 13th Street 250-767-9237
Sunday Morning Service: 10:30 am
Pastor: Lyle Wahl peachlandbaptistcanada.com
There is a sermon audio available on our website each week.
SERVICES AT 10 AM
Pastor: Ian McLean
ALL ARE WELCOME
For 10:00 am zoom service, visit www.peachlandunited.ca
Help us deliver Peachland Post
We are in need of volunteers to supplement our delivery teams. You will need to spend an hour or so on Friday mornings using your own vehicle, or assisting another driver, to deliver papers on an assigned route.
Duties include: picking up a pre-packed route box, driving to the route start point, then at each drop off point replacing any leftover papers with the current edition and returning any old papers to the office. It’s easy - and fun! If you can help please sign up with Bev at our office in the TNI Business Centre, building, 5878 Beach Avenue, or call her at 250-859-4295.
Green Bins
Reminder that curbside yard waste collection continues until December 31, 2025, and will resume Monday, March 2, 2026.
Snow and ice notification
Peachland residents are responsible for clearing snow and ice from sidewalks in front of their property as soon as possible following a snowfall.
Peachland’s snow removal priorities are intersections, hills, curves, school zones and bus stops. Major arterial roads are plowed within 12 hours, secondary collector roads within 36 hours and residential streets within 96 hours.
Please don’t park on the street during heavy snowfall or shovel snow onto the roadway. It is inevitable that plows will deposit snow on driveways as they pass, as they clear the roads. To minimize this, shovel snow to the left (facing your house).
Post staff
COMMANDO BAY
Earthquake tremors remind us of an important part of our history
Keith Fielding
Commando Bay, situated across the lake from Greata Ranch, has been in the news recently. First, because it was close to the epicentre of the recent earthquake we experienced in Peachland (more on that later), but more importantly because we were reminded of its significance by a Remembrance Day presentation made by genealogist, Linda Yip, to the Kelowna Chinese United Association reminding us of “Operation Oblivion,” a top-secret British led mission for which thirteen Chinese Canadian soldiers were trained at Commando Bay for covert missions in Asia.
With help from Peachland historical researchers Richard Smith and Shuan Boo, I was able to contact Linda Yip and get more information about the nature and extent of the involvement of Canada’s Chinese population in World War 2 and the part played by Commando Bay. The revelations were startling.
At the time of World War 2, the Chinese population was mostly based in B.C. Federal and provincial legislation prevented Chinese (even those native born) from having voting rights or protection from discrimination.
As a result, they had no right to pursue employment, be treated equally under the law, be taxed equally, live where they wished, be educated where they wished, and be paid equally.
Only persons on voters’ lists could be considered for professions such as pharmacy, the law, and engineering, so all Chinese were banned from these professions. A dozen B.C. railroads even excluded Chinese from being hired.
Despite the discrimination and lack of civil rights they endured at the time, at the outbreak of World War 2 many Chinese men volunteered to join the armed forces.
Many of those men were then recruited by the top secret British led Strategic Operations Executive (SOE) and trained in jungle warfare and special operations.
It was considered at the time that their physical appearance made them particularly suited to pass as Japanese, making it easier to infiltrate and retake Japanese occupied territory such as in Burma.
That secret training mission began in Commando Bay. Thirteen Chinese men under the command of Lt. Colonel Mike Kendall underwent training in hand to hand combat, jungle warfare, parachute operations, demolition, and radio transmissions.
While their training was well suited to fighting in the jungles of Burma (which some of the thirteen went on to do) Operation Oblivion (aptly named for the dangerous nature of the mission) was initially conceived as preparation for covert operations to help combat any potential Japanese invasion of Hong Kong.
That operation was called off after the Americans dropped the atomic bomb on Hiroshima and Nagasaki and the war drew to its end.
However, the Commando Bay training for Operation Oblivion provided the model for the training of many other Chinese recruits who fought in the Burmese jungles. The last known of those was Gordon Quan, who passed away in October 2025 in Victoria, three months short of his 100th birthday.
It was not until 1947 in B.C. that legislation was passed to recognize
voting rights for the Chinese population and (as required to give it practical effect) until 1948 that similar enactments by Canada were also made.
It is widely believed that due to the loyalty and bravery exhibited by Chinese fighters during World War 2, full citizenship rights for the Chinese population were accelerated ahead of what might otherwise have been the case.
The plaque shown with the names of the Commando Bay thirteen remains in place on Hwy. 97 near to Greata Ranch to remind us of their service to their country. However, for many it is also a reminder of their contribution to advancing the human rights of the
Chinese Canadian community.
Oh, and the earthquake. What can be said? It was alarming for many of us who, like me, were awake at the time, but less so for those who obliviously slept through.
I checked with the District and there were no reports of damage to our infrastructure, so all seems well.••
Photo: Editor
This reminder remains on Hwy. 97 near to Greata Ranch.
Photos: Martha McKenzie Peachland’s own Candy Cane Lane came alive last weekend. (Clockwise from far left): Harlow Cooke, Hannah and Jaxon Hazzi, and Lily (bottom right) all enjoyed the visit with Mr. & Mrs. Claus. The holiday spirit was enjoyed by many.
Photo: Martha McKenzie Milly Marshall (left), Executive Director of the Peachland Wellness Centre is joined by Judy Bedford (right), Food Bank President at the Open House held on “Giving Tuesday” Dec. 5th
Responsible planning needed
Dear Editor,
Your recent column captured a concern many of us share. We are often told that nonstop growth will make our community stronger, yet taxpayers keep getting asked to cover the real costs of new developments.
I have no interest in seeing public money used to subsidize private land projects. When development charges fall short, the burden shifts to the rest of us through higher taxes and fewer services. That is not responsible planning.
Your piece was a welcome reminder that prosperity comes from thoughtful decisions, not from growth at any cost. I hope the district pays close attention.
Don Grant, Peachland
GIVING TUESDAY
Volunteer labour provides amazing value to nonprofit societies but it is seldom enough
If you read the November 21 edition of Peachland Post you will no doubt have seen a full page advertisement commissioned by the Peachland Wellness Centre drawing attention to an important event--the Open House being hosted jointly by the Peachland Food Bank and Wellness Centre.
The event, which took place on Tuesday this week, provided an opportunity for visitors to learn about the programs that make a difference in people’s lives, connect with volunteers and others who care about the health and well being of their community, and share ideas.
It was no accident that the Open House took place on the day that it did.
Tuesday, December 2 is recognized globally as “Giving Tuesday” -- a day to celebrate generosity in all its forms: time, connection, kindness and community.
It is also a time for us to think about whether we are able to contribute financially to support the services that are provided by nonprofit societies like the Wellness Centre, the Food Bank, and others, whose governing boards are constantly faced with funding challenges.
POLICY MATTERS
Keith Fielding
As Food Banks Canada illustrates with its own “Giving Tuesday” messaging, these are difficult
times. Canada wide, nearly one in five food bank recipients are employed, compared to one in ten in 2019. And, in that same period, food bank visits have doubled to 2.2 million each month.
Peachland’s age 65+ population is one of the highest in Canada. Without the kind of support services being provided by the Wellness Centre, many of those seniors would not be able to live independently, leaving them vulnerable and faced with difficult choices. The Open House provided an opportunity for PWC and the
Food Bank to profile all the services they provide--that being an important foundation for any subsequent fundraising campaign that may be planned. Whether or not you were able to attend the Open House, please remember that “Giving Tuesday” is a launch pad to remind us that despite the incredible value of volunteer labour, nonprofit service providers like PWC, the Food Bank, and others need financial support to continue doing what they do.
Keith Fielding is President of the Peachland Community Newspaper Society and editor of Peachland Post. He is also a former Peachland mayor and councillor.
EXPLORING ACTIVITIES
Creativity and wellness go hand in hand
During the winter months, when days are shorter, we come inward and have time to participate in those inside activities. We may pick up activities that were put aside when we were out gardening or taking advantage of the outdoors.
Do you have a knitting basket waiting by your lounge chair or a painting that was never completed?
Or are you curious about a new activity that’s offered in the many programs in Peachland and surrounding communities?
Studies show that taking up a new creative activity has many benefits to our physical and psychological well being. Our neural pathways can be very habituated to something that can be done
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without much thought. When you can crochet while watching TV, you have a habituated neural path. The grooves in your brain have been formed over many years of the same movement and is much like driving the same route daily. You can arrive at your destination and barely recall the trip!
But a new activity will re-wire the brain and this is beneficial for overall brain health.
When exploring the options to try something new, take these points into account to have a better experience; keep it simple and don’t take on something too complicated.
You may even want to pick up something you’ve shelved for a while. Maybe tuning up the guitar again? Try not to be hard on yourself if you’re not perfect. Remember, it’s about the experience. Do the activity for you, not others. Set time aside to make it a ritual
and then it becomes a new habit.
Leaving a space for your craft allows you to pick it up and not deal with the packing and unpacking, which can deter you from going back to it. You may also want to invite friends or family to participate with you. Or join a group to get the social support from others.
Studies indicate that participating in something creative increases self confidence and self esteem.
When the mind is stimulated it can help to keep you mentally sharp in addition to improved mood as we also learn better problem solving skills.
Our cortisol, which is a stress hormone, lowers. Research around chronic pain and illness indicates that expressing creativity is a good distraction from the focus on the discomfort. If joining a group, this will also foster community and meaningful connections.
As this is the holiday season, you may wish to create cards or something that you can gift.
And moving into the new year, take a look at the upcoming Peachland recreation guide, 50 Plus Centre, the events listing in this newspaper, or what’s happening at the Okanagan Folk School, at Our Space, adjacent to the art gallery. The Folk School has a variety of unique workshops that give you a taste of something new!
Participating in something creative increases self confidence and self esteem, benefiting overall well-being.
Dawn Boys is a LAYT Yoga therapist, Ayurvedic counsellor, personal trainer, student counsellor and outdoor enthusiast.
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CHOOSE TO MOVE
Tae Kwon Do for those aged 50 and upwards
By Judy wyper
Ihave been attending meetings of Choose to Move each Monday at the Community Centre. We were encouraged to try something new, and I decided to look into the Tae Kwon Do lessons offered at the Peachland 50 Plus. This Korean martial art involves learning patterns of kicking, punching and blocking techniques. The senior’s class, for those 50 and upwards, meets at 5:30 on Mondays and Fridays. The group is very welcoming and friendly. One of the participants is 77. The movements are adapted to the abilities of each participant. There are no flips and jumps, no physical contact sparring with opponents.
The workouts focus on body and mind, as memorizing the order and execution of sequences will develop both. Master Smith, black-belted with 25 years of teaching, stressed that “balance and flexibility will improve, along with muscle coordination.
This helps with falls prevention, walking on uneven ground, for everyday living and strength. People learn a series of kicks, they help each other.”
We started with warmup exercises. We didn’t kick to the height of our opponent’s chest; I aimed at shin height. We didn’t punch each other; we punched and kicked padded targets that our partner held.
Form was important, so I was taught how to punch so as not to damage my thumbs. It felt great.
Thanks to the Kelowna Hope Bible Church all 27 paid on call volunteer members of Peachland Fire and Rescue received a $100 Gasthaus gift certificate in appreciation of their efforts to keep us safe during the year. The gift cards, discounted 25% by a Gasthaus contribution, were gratefully received.
The lesson proceeded smoothly from simple to more complex. I watched a demonstration of forms the continuing class has already learned, and at the end I was able to watch a young man demonstrate some very precise moves that he will perform to get his black belt.
He was part of the aged 5-50 class which starts at 6:30. By the end of the workout I was sweating and felt great. The senior’s class is hoping to attract more numbers, and I encourage you to give it a try. They are Westside Tae Kwon Do.••
JOB POSTING: ASSISTANT PROPERTY MANAGER
Location: Peachland, BC
Organization: Peachland Seniors’ Support Society
Employment Type: 4 Days/week
Application Deadline: Until successful candidate found
Peachland Seniors’ Support Society is seeking a compassionate, organized, and proactive Assistant Property Manager to support the day-to-day operations of our Phase 1 and Phase 2 residential buildings. This role is ideal for someone who values respectful tenant relations, safe and well-maintained housing, and collaborative teamwork.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Tenant Relations: Respond to tenant inquiries with professionalism and empathy. Clearly communicate policies and ensure tenants feel informed and supported.
• Building Maintenance: Monitor the condition of the property and grounds; initiate corrective actions in line with Society guidelines.
• Suite Inspections: Coordinate and conduct annual suite inspections; document findings and follow up on necessary actions.
• Safety Oversight: Identify and report safety concerns; support resolution and monitor outcomes.
• Communications Support: Assist with preparing meeting agendas, tenant notices, and external correspondence.
• Administrative Duties: Maintain accurate records including tenant files, parking permits, inspection reports, and applicant documentation. Support accounting and bookkeeping as needed.
• Other Duties: Contribute to the effective management of the Society’s properties through additional tasks as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
• Experience in property management, housing administration, or a related field
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Detail-oriented with solid organizational abilities
• Comfortable working with seniors and fostering respectful community environments
• Proficient in basic office software and recordkeeping
COMPENSATION
• To be determined and dependent on experience.
WHY
JOIN US?
At Peachland Seniors’ Support Society, we’re committed to creating inclusive, safe, and supportive housing for seniors. You’ll be part of a team that values professionalism, kindness, and continuous improvement.
To apply, please submit your resume and brief cover letter to: psss.manager@outlook.com
Photo: Keith Fielding
UNSUNG HEROES
Team sports benefit from behind the scenes generosity
Last week’s column spoke about the financial benefits to Peachland from youth and adult sports. This week I’ll talk about those individuals and groups who quietly go the extra mile to fund team sports in Peachland.
Merry Christmas to:
Peachland Lions
Peachland Chamber of Commerce
Peachland Car Show
David Co Construction
Simplified Tech
All these businesses, on their own initiative, have
DEVELOPMENT OF A PEST MANAGEMENT PLAN NUISANCE MOSQUITO CONTROL
Applicant: The Regional District of Central Okanagan (the applicant), 1450 KLO Road, Kelowna, BC V1W 3Z4, Tel: 250-469-6122
Attn: Mr. Kit Caufield, Manager of Engineering Services.
The purpose of this Pest Management Plan (PMP) No. 142-0030-26-31 is to reduce overall mosquito annoyance within the Regional District of Central Okanagan (RDCO) by controlling larval development using an Integrated Pest Management (IPM) approach to control. The proposed duration of this PMP is from 15 April 2026 to 14 April 2031.
Larvicide products proposed for use include VectoBac 200G or AquaBac 200G, which contains the natural-occurring soil bacterium Bacillus thuringiensis var. israelensis (PCP #18158, #26863) and VectoLex CG or VectoLex WSP (PCP #28008, #28009) made with the similar bacterium Lysinibacillus sphaericus (formerly known as Bacillus sphaericus). Each of these products are classified as biorational, they do not accumulate in the environment and provide speciesspecific control of mosquito larvae. These products are non-toxic to other organisms including insects, fish, birds, wildlife, man and domestic animals. For VectoBac or VectoLex product information please see the manufacturer’s website www.valentbiosciences.com.
Applications of VectoBac and VectoLex will be made using ground-based, hand-broadcast or motorized backpack spreader methods. When the use of Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS) “drones” are provincially approved for use in mosquito control operations they may be used for selected treatments. Development habitats include freshwater marshes, ponds, ditches and catch basins and other open water habitats which may produce larval mosquitos. All applications will be conducted within the boundaries of the RDCO, including Kelowna, Lake Country, Westbank First Nation Lands, and may optionally extend to West Kelowna and Peachland if program participation is agreed to.
Information on proposed treatment areas, annual mosquito control program operations and this PMP are available to the public by request through Duka Environmental Services Ltd., #100 – 13787 - 100 Avenue, Surrey, BC, V3T 5X7, through Telephone (604) 881-4565, Facsimile (866) 759-5902, or email: Info@DukaES.com. A copy is also able to be viewed on the District’s website at www.RDCO.com.
A person wishing to contribute information regarding a proposed treatment site, relevant to the development of this Pest Management Plan, may send copies of the information to Duka Environmental Services Ltd. (agents for the RDCO) at the contact addresses above within 30 days of the publication of this notice. The identity of any respondents and the contents of anything submitted in response to this notice and application will become part of the public record.
quietly funded the Peachland children’s soccer jerseys, in some cases, for a number of years.
The jerseys, in Peachland’s colours of blue and white, were designed based on feedback from the children at Peachland Elementary School and coordinated by Shelly Ahern. Each sponsor’s name is on the jersey.
For those that don’t know, David Co. Construction is run in part by Peachland girls’ soccer coach Tristan Ahern and Simplified Tech Software Consulting is run by Peachland boys’ coach Ali Bani-Sadr.
These two individuals are investing both their volunteer time and their companies’ funds to allow Peachland children to play soccer together.
The cost to participate in youth team sports, such as baseball or soccer, is significant. Over $200 per child per 3-month season. This can be a deterrent to a young family.
Offsetting this, the Peachland Wellness Centre has recently announced the Peachland Youth Activity Grant, providing funding for Peachland youth, ages 5-18, of up to $300 per program, $600 per family, from Aug 2025-April 2026. Eligibility is based on family income. See peachlandwellnesscentre.ca or dial 250-767-0141 for more information.
Edgewater Pub managers Chris and Chrissy sponsor three Peachland slo-pitch teams, two in the adult league and one in the senior league, everything
A big thanks to the individuals and businesses who have made recreational opportunities possible in Peachland.
from uniforms to post game bevies. They sponsor the largest number of teams in Peachland.
Approximately ten years ago, Steve Allison paid for the covered stands, elongated dugouts and automated scoreboard for the softball field at Cousins Park.
This was a significant expenditure and is believed to be the largest amount paid by an individual for team sports in Peachland. Steve’s business, TNI, also sponsors a team in the Peachland adult co-ed slo-pitch league. All of these businesses and individuals have spent their time and money to provide sports and recreational opportunities for Peachland’s adults and children. It takes a village, and these individuals and organizations have gone the extra mile to make this a good one. Please support them.
Randey Brophy has coached youth soccer and baseball for 32 years. He spearheaded the drive for Turner Park to be redeveloped as a multi-use field in 2022 and formed the Peachland Youth Soccer club in 2023. He also manages and plays on a Peachland seniors slo-pitch team.
LOCAL COMMUNITY SPORTS
Randey Brophy
NO HISTORY? KNOW HISTORY
by RICHARD SMITH
Winter comfort: Kekulis
Peachland’s earliest inhabitants lived winters underground in KEKULIS.
They were of course the First Nations people and their winter houses were circular and dug into the ground about 3 feet. A ladder provided access out the top. The inside framework was made of logs with woven mats on the floor inside.
Being underground with a fire in the centre they were very comfortable and could house two or three families.
Oldtimers remember three remains located in the area of the present Elementary School. Years ago only the circular holes remained as a monument to a little settlement. Site today is school playing field.
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PRINCETON AVENUE
Road name of the week
Princeton Avenue is, and always has been, one of the most important roads in Peachland. It was named by the founder of Peachland, J.M. Robinson, and is shown on his 1902 map, held in the District Office. The reason behind the name is clear: it was part of an ancient First Nations trail that indeed led to Princeton.
It is still possible to travel to Princeton using Princeton Avenue and going through the hills and back country. This route is actually significantly shorter in distance than using the highways.
utilizes the Trout Creek Forest Service Road and part of the Summerland-Princeton road. Going this way, the distance between Peachland and Princeton is only about 90 km. In contrast, the distance using Highways 97 and 3A to Keremeos and then Highway 3 to Princeton is about 150 km.
Beyond Princeton Avenue and the Brenda Mine Road, it
That said, few people would choose to take this shorter route. About 40 km is unpaved, some gravel but mostly mud, with very variable conditions along the way. The hills tend to have washboard surfaces and other sections have water pooling, as well as a myriad of potholes.
Extracted from The Road Names of Peachland: The Origins of Their Names 2nd Edition With permission kindly granted by Peachland author, Don Wigfield
Photos: Martha McKenzie
Has Fido been a good boy this year? More fun at Candy Cane Lane, including these creative gingerbread houses.
Richard Smith photo
The Kekulis were designed to create a warm and protected winter home in harsh weather.
CROSSWORD SUDOKU
POST EVENTS
Registration may be required for the following activities or events. Please contact the organization for more details.
SATURDAY
50 PLUS CENTRE 250-767-9133
Variety Singers rehearsal 12 PM
OUR SPACE
okfolkschool.ca peachlandarts.ca/workshops
Scrappy Birds Basics Workshop Register for workshops
PEACHLAND ART GALLERY
10 AM-4 PM “Artists of the Okanagan”
PEACHLAND COMMUNITY CENTRE
Breakfast with Santa 9-10:30AM
PEACHLAND LEGION
250-767-9404
Burger & Fries, Wings Specials
Meat Draw 3-5 PM
Kitchen open Thurs. to Sat 2-6 PM
PEACHLAND LIBRARY
Christmas Crafts 2 PM Register
PEACHLAND MUSEUM & VISITOR CENTRE
250-767-3441
Open Daily 10 AM-6 PM
Train exhibit is operating
SUNDAY
50 PLUS CENTRE
Variety Singers Xmas Concert 2 PM
PEACHLAND ART GALLERY
10 AM-4 PM “Artists of the Okanagan”
PEACHLAND COMMUNITY CENTRE
Pickleball 3.0-3.75+ 9-11AM
Pilates Yoga Fusion: 11 AM-noon
Pickleball 2.0-2.5 11:15 AM-1:15 PM
Intro to Jazz 12:00-12:30 PM
Peachland
Events listings are free to non-profit and community groups. Submit by Friday, 3 PM for publication the following Friday at info@peachlandpost.org
Intro to Ballet 12:45-1:15 PM
Pickleball 4.0 1:30-3:30 PM
Beginner Ballet 1:30-2:15 PM
Jazz 2:30-3:15 PM
MONDAY
50 PLUS CENTRE 250-767-9133
50+ Fitness 8-9 AM
We Art Here 12 PM
Bridge 1-3:30 PM
Tae Kwon Do 5:30-7:30 PM
PEACHLAND COMMUNITY CENTRE
Indoor Walking 8-9 AM
Pickleball 2.5-3.0 9:15-11:15 AM
Choose to Move 9:30-10:45 AM
Spin, Weights, Core & More
9:30-10:45 AM
Pickleball 3.0-3.75 11:30 AM-1:30 PM
Pickleball 1.5-2.0 1:45-3:45 PM
Youth Yoga & Mindfulness
3:30-4:30 PM
Mini Kickers Soccer (Girls)
4:30-5:15 PM
Soccer Fundamentals (Girls)
5:15-6:15 PM
Pickleball All Play 6:30-8:15 PM
(Drop In $5.25)
Zumba 6:30-7:30 PM
PEACHLAND WELLNESS CENTRE
Adult Day Service 9 AM
Chair Yoga 10:30 AM
Ladies Social 1 PM
TUESDAY
50 PLUS CENTRE
Yoga 8:30-9:30 AM
Carpet Bowling 9:30-noon
AA 12-1 PM
Mahjong 1-4 PM
Passion 4 Art 1-4 PM
Line Dancing 4:30-5:30 PM
Cloggers 6-7 PM
PEACHLAND COMMUNITY CENTRE
Flow Yoga 9-10 AM
Remedy Yoga Level 2 10:30-11:45 AM
Fitness Blast 12:30-1:15 PM
Senior Strength, Balance & Core 12:30-1:30 PM
Pickleball 3.75-4.0 1-3 PM
Yoga for your Back 3:45-5 PM
Vinyasa Flow Yoga: 5:30-6:45pm
Cycle Fusion 5:45-6:45 PM
PEACHLAND LEGION
Catch the King 5 PM
Darts 7 PM
PEACHLAND WELLNESS CENTRE
Ladies’ Cards 10:30 AM
Men’s Coffee & Crib 1 PM
Love, Loss, Grieving Group 1:30-3 PM
Register with PWC
Meet at United Church Hall
4421 4th Street
WEDNESDAY
50 PLUS CENTRE
50+ fitness 9-10 AM
Chair Yoga 11-noon
Bridge 1-3:30 PM
Tae Kwon Do 5:30-7:30 PM
OUR SPACE
Drop in Art with Terry Moore
$5.00 1-3 PM
PEACHLAND COMMUNITY CENTRE
Fall Fair Volunteer Meeting 7 PM
Indoor Walking 8-9 AM
Pickleball 1.5-2.0 9:15-11:15 AM
Functional Fitness 9:30-10:45 AM
Pickleball 3.0+ 11:30 AM-1:30 PM
Drop In $5.25
Pickleball 2.5-3.0 1:45-3:45 PM
Mini Kickers Soccer (Boys)
4:30-5:15 PM
Soccer Fundamentals (Boys)
5:15-6:15 PM
Pickleball 4.0+ Competitive Play
6:30-8:30 PM
PEACHLAND LEGION
Karaoke 3-6 PM
PEACHLAND MODEL TRAIN
GROUP 6:30 PM Museum
PEACHLAND WELLNESS CENTRE
Tai Chi 10:00 AM
Iron & Silk 11-noon
Ukulele 1-2:30 PM
OUR SPACE
Talent showcase 6 PM
PEACHLAND COMMUNITY CENTRE
Pickleball All Play 8:15-10:15 AM
Drop In $5.25
Yoga for your Back 9:30-10:45AM
Pickleball 3.0-3.75 10:30 AM-12:30 PM
Yoga for Women’s Health 11AM-12:15 PM
Fitness Blast: 12:30-1:15pm
Pickleball 3.75-4.0 1-3 PM
Volleyball 5-6:15 PM
Badminton 5-6:15 PM
Zumba Toning 5:30-6:15 PM
Yoga Therapy Specialized 5:30-6:30PM
Pickleball All Play 6:30-8:15 PM
Drop In $5.25
PEACHLAND LEGION
Meat Draw & 50/50 3-5 PM
Liver & Onions or Pot Roast Dinner
PEACHLAND LIBRARY
Story Time 11 AM Drop In Stay & Play 11:30 AM Drop In Advance Care Planning 2 PM
PEACHLAND WELLNESS CENTRE
Adult Day Service 9 AM
Volunteer Appreciation Lunch
FRIDAY
50 PLUS CENTRE
50+ Fitness 9-10 AM
Coffee Beans 10:15 AM-noon
Chair Yoga 11-noon
Canasta 1-4 PM
Xmas Potluck 6 PM
PEACHLAND COMMUNITY CENTRE
Flow Yoga 9-10 AM
Pilates Yoga Fusion 9-10 AM
Remedy Yoga LEVEL 1 10:30-11:45 AM
Pickleball 2.5-3.0 12:30-2:30 PM
Pickleball All Play 2:45-4:30 PM
Drop In $5.25
PEACHLAND LEGION
Fish & Chips
Quiz Night 6:30 PM
Sunshine Singers 1 PM
THURSDAY
50 PLUS CENTRE
Yoga 8:30-9:30 AM
Art in Peachland 10 AM-2 PM
For information on more programs at Peachland Community Centre search on-line at peachland.ca/recguide. For additional information re: Pickleball lessons and games, contact Zoe at 250-767-2133.
