Peachland, BC Volume 07 | Number 16

April 21, 2011

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A sold-out audience enjoyed a terrifi c and entertaining modeling show at Puttin’ on the Glitz at the Commu-nity Centre on Saturday. Many familiar faces strutted the catwalk and worked behind the scenes. Some of the models and other participants joined Papa Thom for a fi nale of songs. Puttin’ on the Glitz was organized as a special fundraising event for the Wellness Centre, who just celebrated their 10th anniversary. The show got rave reviews! Photo by Constance Roth.

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It’s back! Th e signs are all there. It hit home for me this past week while I was doing an announcement at one of Western Canada’s largest technical institutes. Th is post secondary training college graduates about 25 per cent of all of the completed apprentices going into a wide range of professions and occupations right across the country.

What they were telling me was good news, but not without its challenges. Th e administration and faculty reps said it was starting to look like déjà-vu all over again. Th e demand for all types of trades is unmistakeably surging upwards again. Th ey said it reminded them of the pressure they felt at the time of major employee shortages a few years ago.

It wasn’t that long ago. You remember. Demands for qualifi ed help or for those willing to be trained was so high that many fast food outlets couldn’t keep open their usual hours because they simply couldn’t fi nd the people.

I’m not saying we’re there yet. Th ere are still many people looking for work. But the strength of the economy is evident everywhere. All I have to do is refl ect on some of the events I was involved in this week.

Just last week I attended the opening of a huge new production facility in Okanagan Falls. Structurlam makes value added wood products that are used here and around the world. If you’re wondering what kind of projects they do, think Richmond Olympic skating oval…that breathtaking magnifi cent roof superstructure. Th ey did that.

Sometimes we aren’t aware of the amazing workers and technicians that we have right here in our own backyard. (Th ey also have a plant in Penticton.)

I was there this week to announce that they were the successful recipients of research dollars in the ongoing development of the next generation of laminated wood beams. Some of you fi nd that exciting. Others of you are about to nod off thinking about it. Well, hold on. Before I lose you, think about earthquake proof high-rise buildings, an apartment or offi ce tower up to 25 stories

high that is held up by resilient, shockabsorbing laminated beams and girders. Th edemand for the people and the product isstrong. And we have what it takes right hereto supply that demand.

Another sign of our growing economy wasevident at the annual Hong Kong businessdinner in Vancouver this week. As minister

for the Asia Pacifi c it was anhonour to bring remarks to thesold-out event. Th e mood in theroom was clearly optimistic.And it was optimism based on

hard facts, not simply hope.Agriculture and energy producers were

there, talking about what appears to be long-term growth and demand numbers. Aft erall, as the middle class continues to grow atan amazing rate and people move annuallyout of poverty by the tens of millions peryear in China, India and other previouslyimpoverished nations the demand fromthem for every type of product imaginablewill only increase. We are very well placedto meet those demands and see our ownlevels of standard of living and prosperityrise in the process.

Westbank First Nations continue to seeeconomic growth. Th is week I was withChief Robert Louie for the announcementof a construction project that will upgradea number of homes on WFN lands. Th atmeans there will be a need for trades andbuilding supply products. More jobs, moresales, more economic growth.

An international meeting of private andpublic sector transportation companies withtop people from around the world also tookplace here (Vancouver) to look at the growthneeds in transportation arising from ourgrowing economy. As I said, the signs of jobcreation and investment are everywhere. Wewill continue to work on the types of policythat will keep this momentum going.

On another note we can be proud of whatCanada is able to off er the world on twodiff erent counts this week. Th is week I hadthe honour of meeting with some of our fi nemembers of our Armed Forces. Canada hasbeen asked to provide soldiers, sailors, andfi ghter pilots to assist with other UnitedNations countries in subduing the Libyan

dictator in his ongoing assault on his own people.

Once again, as we have done throughout history, our Armed Forces will step up to protect those who are being slaughtered by the forces of dictators. As usual, I expect we will hear good reports from others in foreign countries that will have the honour of serving with our Armed Forces.

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Overcast skies and the threat of rain may have shortened the length of the parade of classic and antique cars, but not the enthusiasm of the crowd. The 1st annual Wheels for a Cure rolled into Peachland on Sunday as part of their weekend of events held from Vernon to Summerland to raise awareness and money for the Canadian Cancer Society.

While about 45 cars were expected to parade along Beach Avenue, less than a dozen arrived, due to concerns of rain showers. But the rain held off and a packed house filled Rocky J’s outdoor patio. Spectators were treated to a lively performance by the Blues Brothers Too, followed by a brief address by Mayor Keith Fielding.

“I’m sure there is not one person here who has not been touched by cancer, and there couldn’t be a more deserving cause. We’re delighted that you came to Peach-land,” said Fielding.

Don and Joanne of Rocky J’s, who hosted the Wheels for a Cure stop in Peach-land, presented a cheque to World of Wheels chairman Duncan Hossay for $500. Money they raised during the recent Business 2 Consumer Expo and a pancake breakfast that morning.

Hossay and his family were the catalyst for the event. Hossay’s father battled cancer and beat it, only to have it return. Hossay, whose main goal was to raise awareness of the disease, is pleased with the results, which has “gone well for the first time out of the box,” he says.

“This week is going ecstatically well. We’ve had a great bunch of people and cor-porate sponsors whom we couldn’t have done it without. Already our title sponsor Desjardins has graciously offered to be with us next year.”

At the time of the Peachland event Hossay estimated that they had raised $5,000.After their Peachland stop the parade of cars continued onto Summerland to the

antique car museum, before heading back to West Kelowna and Two Eagles Golf Course for a barbecue luncheon and awards ceremony.

Wheels for a Cure parade short, but doesn’t dampen enthusiasm

Don, middle, and Joanne, right of Rocky J’s, present Duncan Hossay, chairman of Wheels for a Cure, with a cheque for $500. The couple raised the money at the recent Business 2 Consumer Trade show, and a pancake breakfast that morning. Photo by Cindy Fortin.

A parade of antique and classic cars rolled into town for Wheels for a Cure last Sunday, then lined up on either side of the street for public viewing. Photo by Cindy Fortin.

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Peachland Lions ClubP.O. Box 1142, Peachland, B.C. V0H 1X0

� e Peachland Lions Club will be holding their 13th Annual Golf Tournament on May 1, 2011. � e event will once again be held at the Summerland Golf and Country Club as the Peachland Golf Course is still under construction.

For the past 12 years we have raised funds to help those with disabilities. Last year we donated $13,000 to Agur Lake Camp located 20 km west of Summerland, B.C. � e previous year our donation was presented to Camp Win� eld, who provides camps for children with disabilities. Previously, we helped pay for a wheelchair accessible ramp into Okanagan Lake to coincide with the waterfront development done by the Municipality of Peachland. � ese were all made possible because of the involvement of local golfers and generous donations of the local business community. We are once again raising funds for 2011 and we are asking for your support.

We ask you to consider our request and help us to achieve a new goal in our fund raising e� orts.

� is year’s pro� ts will make possible improvements to the Easter Seal Camp at Win� eld and provide camperships for several children with disabilities.

Your contribution and involvement in this Tournament will not only help make it a fun event but will also help us raise the funds required to assist those less fortunate than ourselves. Together we can raise the funds needed and help make dreams come true. Spots are still available for individual golfers or for teams of four.

If you have any questions on our event or you can contact either Eldon Kerbes 250-767-0330 kerbesde@shaw.ca or Lynne Herrin at 250-767-6225 or 250-717-5538 herrin@shaw.ca.

We thank you for your support

Making dreams come true in 2011Help us make it happen

Okanagan-Coquihalla riding candidatesBy Cindy Fortin

The 41st general federal election will be held on Monday, May 2nd, and over the next several days vot-ers will have their last chance to get to know their local party representatives better.

The Okanagan-Coquihalla electoral district riding covers the towns of Penticton, Merritt, Summerland, Logan Lake, West Kelowna and Peachland. The six can-didates vying for the riding are all new to most of us, so The View has provided a little information on each.

(Editor’s note: Due to the extended holiday Easter weekend, the Peachland View went to press just prior to the All-Candidates forum on Tuesday. Check out next week’s View for a full report on the forum and candi-dates’ responses.)

Dan Albas (Conservative) - a Penticton resident since

1981; attended Okanagan Univer-sity College; his company is called Kick City Martial Arts;

- he has served as a director on both the British Columbia and Penticton and Wine Country Cham-ber of Commerce, and led the United Way of the South Okanagan Similkameen to their most success-ful year ever in the 2007 campaign.

- Albas was elected to Penticton city council in 2008. He is a recent recipient of Penticton’s “2005 Young Entrepreneur of the Year” award.

- as a Member of Parliament Dan is committed to: focusing on service to constituents and ac-countability; open communica-tion with his constituents, such as returning your calls, door knocking and a new website blog; work-ing with provincial and municipal leaders to fund necessary infra-structure.

Dan Bouchard (Green Party)- entered federal politics in

2008 as a candidate for the Green Party of Canada in Okanagan-Coquihalla.

- currently works to promote and market Canadian Forest Prod-ucts; his company is involved in both the domestic and export markets for lumber and related products.

- he was previously employed as the marketing and events co-ordinator for the Downtown Pent-icton Association, and is familiar with community dynamics and local issues.

- studied Political Science at the University of British Columbia, Okanagan, is an active member of Penticton’s Junior Chamber of Commerce, and the front man of an original five-piece rock/funk group called the Daybeats.

- “The more support of the Green Party, the better Canada’s chances of creating a real democ-racy, green communities, and a green economy.”

David Finnis (NDP)- has lived in Summerland

for more than 20 years, and has worked for the Okanagan Region-al Library’s Westbank branch since 2000. He has a Bachelor of Arts degrees in history and geography from the University of Victoria.

- served on various local boards and committees, including the Summerland Community Arts Council and currently sits on the Community Cultural Develop-ment Committee. He also served three terms on Summerland mu-nicipal council.

- he is a dedicated environ-mental activist, advocating for the protection of water and support-ing clean, sustainable and green energy industries which protect the environment while providing good jobs. He believes the two can be done together.

- “It just takes Canadian leader-ship. And we can start right here in the Okanagan.”

John Kidder (Liberal)- an agricultural economist,

governance expert and technol-ogy entrepreneur

- wants to be a part of replac-ing this government with one that better reflects Canada and Canadians.

- says he was “born up north, raised in the east, and came of age in the west.” He has been a member of the Liberal Party since 1980.

- he will hold the personal, business and community needs of others as his first order of business.

“I know I would make a true, thoughtful and lasting contribu-tion to our country and our rid-ing.”

- “I can serve and represent my constituents in parliament with strong determination, clear policy decisions and passionate drive.”

Sean Upshaw (Independent)- born in Edmonton, Alberta

in 1961; a long time real estate agent.

- considers himself an “Inde-pendent Conservative”.

- claims that the process to nominate a Conservative candi-date to replace Stockwell Day was flawed. Believes “party insiders” prevented local party members from holding an open nomination process.

- says constituents deserve “hon-est” representation in Ottawa

- if elected, would support the Conservative agenda as outlined by Prime Minister Stephen Harper.

- “I have a (Conservative) mes-sage and I would like to be that messenger who takes it to Ot-tawa.”

Dietrich Wittel (Independent)- Dr. Wittel has been a licenced

medical doctor for 35 years. He practices holistic medicine.

- ran as an independent for town council in Fairview, Alberta, and held that position for two years. Was the constituency presi-dent for the Reform Party in the Peace River region under Preston Manning.

- says he is fed up with the choic-es that are before him as a voter. “I think people give up voting be-cause they can’t see any positive, significant changes coming out of partisan politics.”

- the Canada he envisions would have less costly higher education, place an emphasis on preventative health care, and end the concept Economy vs the Environment.

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Editor’s Perspective

This picture of the Peachland waterfront shows the only other known archway constructed in Peachland, over 100 years ago. In those days the main route in and out of town was the paddle-wheeler ‘Okanagan’ and this is the dock where it arrived and their fi rst impression was the ‘Peachland’ arch above the dock/gang-way leading across Beach Avenue to Morrin & Thompson Store (Sunnyside Market). Visible on the dock are some of the freight, a horse draw slip, lumber, fruit boxes and hay for horses. The boat’s arrival was the was the big event of the day.

An arch is being built this week at almost the exact location, but situated over the Centennial Walkway with offi cial opening on May 23, 2011.

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There seems to be two types of people in the world – cat lovers and cat haters. I sympathize with both, and understand the frustration that Holly “the fed-up neighbour” is experiencing. (See this week’s letter to the editor in The View.)

Yes, cats do pee in the garden and bury their drop-pings, but they also have a positive side. Unlike a dog, cats require less attention, and if you need to get away for a few days, just an extra pile of food, some added water and a litter box is all they need. Cats have attitude, and they are probably happy that you’ve left them alone for a few days. They’re probably grateful for a holiday away from you, too.

Most dogs, on the other hand, need to be enter-tained and let outside to do their business. And their sense of time is not great. If you leave them for even fi ve minutes, they begin to panic, certain they have been abandoned.

These days we are required to follow dogs around with little bags and scoop up their poop (usually just when a neighbour is driving by and waving.) Embar-rassing. But cats must be laughing. Humans actually buy them gravel and put it in a box for them to relieve themselves -- inside the house!

Dogs require more attention and will often whine and bark, while cats rarely bother you, except for some food maybe, and a friendly pat. And when they do, it’s on their terms. Cats love to rub their cheek against you, purr, and enjoy a scratch one moment, then rip your face off, the next. Dogs, on the hand never get enough of pats and scratches, and if you let them they’ll sit on your lap…all the time! Attention, atten-tion, attention…that’s all they want.

Dogs will pose for the camera doing the cutest things, while wearing the stupidest of outfi ts we force on them. But they’re happy to do it. Attention, atten-tion, attention. Cats, on the other hand, like to play a joke on the photographer and shut their eyes the moment you try to snap a picture. I have hundreds of those.

I do understand the frustration of having the neigh-bourhood cats use your garden as a bathroom. But all creatures have their benefi ts. You may have noticed a lot more evergreen bushes that decorate residential properties have died in recent years. We like to blame it on the deer, but often it is due to fi eld or deer mice chewing on the roots. Have you noticed there are a lot more mice around? We once had many outdoor cats that kept the mouse population in check.

Had there been more cats roaming free in Kelowna, the rabbit problem would have solved itself.

Cats are actually interesting creatures. Some cat facts: Both humans and cats have identical regions of the brain responsible for emotion; a cat’s brain is more similar to a man’s brain than a dog (that explains everything!); a cat sees six times better than a human at night; blue-eyed pure white cats are frequently deaf; a cat’s jaw has only up and down motion. It does not have lateral motion, like a human or dog; a cat laps liquid up from the underside of its tongue, not the top; cats respond more readily to names with eeeee

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Dear Editor:Recently my sister got married. I remember her walk-

ing down the aisle amongst all the people looking at her in awe. As she took each step her smile became bigger and wider.

The reason? She was staring straight into her soon-to-be husband’s eyes. As she stared at him I couldn’t help but glance over at my parents. They both were glowing with pride and excitement, but my mother in particular.

People have always told my sister that she looks just like our mother, and it’s true – her eyes, her sense of hu-mor and her passion to help those in need. Mom’s-to-be always wonder will my child be healthy? Will they have my smile? Will they be successful? This year, I started working at World Vision and have really been amazed by how similar the concerns of mothers everywhere are. While mothers in Africa also worry about these things, they worry about something that many mothers here do

not, like passing on HIV to their child. This year for Mother’s Day, I’ve decided to honour my

mom by sponsoring a child in her name. I want her to know that her gift will help one mother in Africa gain ac-cess to medical treatment and counseling which will help prevent the transmission of HIV to her son or daughter. I know it will be a gift she will be proud to receive, espe-cially since she passed on her desire to help change the world for the better on to me.

I can’t think of a better way to thank my mom for the values she gave me and I want others to think of pur-chasing an alternative gift like this for their mother this Mother’s Day and show her that they’ve learned to care from her. Thank you Maryann Pereira and Happy Moth-er’s Day!

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NOTICE OF PROPOSEDAMENDMENTS TO THE

OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY REGULATION

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WORKSAFEBC – WORKERS’ COMPENSATION BOARD OF B.C.HEREBY GIVES NOTICE OF PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO THE OCCUPATIONAL

HEALTH AND SAFETY REGULATION (BC Reg. 296/97, as amended)

The proposed amendments to the Occupational Health and Safety Regulation (“OHSR”) pertain to the following items. There is an additional proposal for Part 16, Mobile Equipment.

• Part 4, General Conditions – relating to a third option to protect workers assigned to work alone in a late night retail premises. This third option is proposed because some employers have found it impracticable to install barriers to separate workers from the public or alternatively employ two workers on shift during late night hours;

• Part 6, Substance Specific Requirements; and consequential amendments to Part 20, Construction, Excavation and Demolition – relating to updating asbestos requirements;

• Part 6, Substance Specific Requirements – relating to updating the reference to the Pesticide Control Act;

• Part 9, Confined Spaces – relating to clarifying that atmospheric testing must be conducted by a qualified person;

• Part 12, Tools, Machinery and Equipment – relating to safer driven-feed mobile chipper requirements; • Part 14, Cranes and Hoists – relating to updating the reference to the Elevating Devices Safety Act;• Part 15, Rigging – relating to clarifying the correct number of wire rope clips to be used in wire rope splices;• Part 16, Mobile Equipment – relating to the requirement for trailer units with a dump box to have a

permanently affixed mechanical device capable of supporting the empty box in the raised position; • Part 16, Mobile Equipment – relating to permitting a worker riding on a rear-mounted work platform to

retrieve traffic cones when the vehicle is backing up;• Part 20, Construction, Excavation and Demolition – relating to new requirements that concrete pumps

and placing booms meet the requirements of CSA Standard Z151-09;• Part 23, Oil and Gas – relating to updating the reference to the Power Engineers and Boiler and

Pressure Vessel Safety Act;• Part 28, Agriculture – relating to the requirement for rollover protective structures on agricultural tractors;• Removal from the OHSR of the requirements for “prior approval” or “prior permission” before proceeding

with certain types of work or using certain work arrangements. The sections identified for change by identifying specific requirements or referencing standards are as follows: Part 5, Chemical Agents and Biological Agents, relating to extended work periods; Part 14, Cranes and Hoists, relating to chimney hoists; Part 19, Electrical Safety, relating to high voltage; Part 21, Blasting Operations, relating to mobile drill rigs;

• Removal from the OHSR of the requirements for “acceptable to the Board” before proceeding with certain types of work or using certain work arrangements. The sections identified are in Part 6, Substance Specific Requirements, and relate to: the removal of asbestos debris and acceptance from the Board; posting warning signs and acceptance from the Board; and monitors and alarms for equipment and machinery and acceptance from the Board.

PUBLIC HEARINGSYou are invited to provide feedback on the proposed regulatory amendments. Your views may be presented orally at the public hearings and/or submitted in writing. Please register if you wish to make an oral presentation at the public hearings by telephoning 604-232-7744 or toll free in BC 1-866-614-7744 prior to the hearing. Information on the proposed amendments and the public hearings, including details of registration/participation procedures, are on WorkSafeBC’s website at www.worksafebc.com.

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sounds; cats purr at the same frequency as an idling diesel engine, about 26 cycles per second; and cat’s urine glows under a black light.

Now, if that last fact doesn’t impress the cat hater out there, I don’t know what will. Cats may be a nui-sance at times, but then…none of us are purr-fect.

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Dear Editor;Animals are treated as a commodity that is expendable.

They have no rights partly because the federal govern-ment has chosen to ignore a bill that would help them. The penalties imposed upon the offenders are nothing more than a slap on the wrist. It is important to know that change starts at the top.

In 2005 a bill was introduced by Mark Holland to change these laws and so far it has gone nowhere. “Why?” many ask. To me it is because our federal gov-ernment does not put any priority on this. It has been tabled so many times that it has almost forgotten. There have been thousands of signatures, walks and petitions to bring awareness to the legislature but to no avail. I think six years of not addressing this shows that we need a huge change in the people we elect to represent us. These laws and penalties were not put together by a group of people who did not research and do not work with animals. In BC alone there were over 7,000 cases of animal cruelty last year, according to the S.P.C.A., and those are the reported cases!

If you look at what animals contribute to society it

Animal cruelty is now acceptablemay outweigh what some people do. From a monetary point of view they save us money and provide needed services.

1. They serve the blind, hearing impaired, M.S. clients and are companions for the elderly who otherwise may not be able to live independently and would have to rely on health care services. They are used for therapy work in hospitals and care homes.

2. They are used in police and rescue work.3. They are guard dogs for homes, yards and busi-

nesses.4. They are our primary food source.If you have a pet or raise animals I’m sure that you rely

on them for many things. For some it is a livelihood.I guess the rest of the animals who are not specifi cally

trained are considered “chopped liver”, because that is what they are treated like. With no rights it is the norm to abuse or kill an animal with no signifi cant consequences to the offender. The penalties given now are so lax that it does nothing to curb abuse. It is like saying that a person who does not have a university degree or a degree from a technical school should not have the same rights as a per-son that does. Discrimination, I guess takes many forms.

In this “election” maybe it is time to clean house on

many issues. All I see are grown ups that act like they are on a TV series. Everything is for winning but no party leader is willing to work together for Canadians. If they did we would not be having another 300 million dollar election. I’m glad that we have politicians that believe we have this money to throw around every few years because of their inability to do their jobs and run the country like a democracy instead of a “little boys and girls club”.

If you could fi nd me a job where I could dictate my sal-ary, not reveal my expense account, get all benefi ts, have three months or more off every year, and not get fi red or replaced for any illegal action I did, I would really con-sider coming out of retirement and working again.

When you are voting, maybe consider the education, the former experience of the candidate in all jobs, how they conduct themselves in public and especially if they base their platform on just criticism of other candidates with no constructive alternatives. It is so easy to criticize and give no alternative solutions – just watch the three leaders now.

Their campaigns are run like a “kindergarten class gone wild.”

Marion Irving, Peachland

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You are invited to a Public Information Meeting (PIM) hosted by New Monaco Enterprise Corp. and its professional consulting team, to present a proposed development, located on 125 acres of land at the northeast boundary of the District of Peachland. An Area Structure Plan application was submitted to the District of Peachland on January 25, 2011 for the properties located at 3599 Highway 97. The proposed Area Structure Plan will require Council approval prior to development occurring on the site. This Public Information Meeting will present the New Monaco Area Structure Plan application for a proposed mixed-use development. Options for architectural form, character, streetscapes, views and height being considered will be presented. The PIM will be an open house, and the community is invited to drop-in anytime from 1:00-5:00pm. Public Information Meeting: • Date: Saturday April 30, 2011 • Time: Open House 1:00-5:00 pm • Location: Peachland Community Centre – Banquet Room

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PLEASE NOTE: The meeting is being held by New Monaco in compliance with District of Peachland policy and the requirements of the Local Government Act. This is not a Public Hearing. If you would like more information, contact Mary Lapointe, 250-767-9000 or mary.lapointe@newmonaco.ca or bring your questions and comments to the meeting.

4th P U B L I C O P E N H O U S E

New Monaco Please join New Monaco Enterprise Corp. for a community-wide open house, where we will display concept plans for the 125 acre property located on the northeast boundary of Peachland at 3599 Highway 97. The proposed development is named New Monaco.

This is the 4th Public open house. We would like to update you on our Area Structure Plan application submission, and request community input on desired directions for architectural form, character, streetscapes, views and height.

New Monaco and its project team will be happy to discuss the plans, answer questions about the proposal, and explain the community and District of Peachland review processes for this exciting project.

We look forward to seeing you there.

Date: Saturday April 30th, 2011 Time: 1:00 to 5:00 PM Place: Peachland Community Centre

4450 6th Street, Peachland

For more information, please contact Mary Lapointe of New MonacoTel: 250-767-9000 or mary.lapointe@newmonaco.ca.

4th PUBLIC OPEN HOUSENew Monaco

Please join New Monaco Enterprise Corp. for a community-wide open house, where we will display concept plans for the 125 acre property located on the northeast boundary of Peachland at 3599 Highway 97. The proposed development is named New Monaco.

This is the 4th Public open house. We would like to update you on our Area Structure Plan application submission, and request community input on desired directions for architectural form, character, streetscapes, views and height.

New Monaco and its project team will be happy to discuss the plans, answer questions about the proposal, and explain the community and District of Peachland review processes for this exciting project.

We look forward to seeing you there.

Date: Saturday April 30th, 2011Time: 1:00 to 5:00 PMPlace: Peachland Community Centre 4450 6th Street, Peachland

For more information, please contact Mary Lapointe of New MonacoTel: 250-767-9000 or mary.lapointe@newmonaco.ca.

Dear Nathan:I read with interest your letter to the editor, decrying

the lack of things to do for young people.As an entrepreneur, I tend to see opportunities ev-

erywhere, and I see some humdingers in your future.  Peachland has at its fi ngertips some of the fi nest recre-ation BC has to offer -- you just need to reach out and pick the fruit that is there.

There is a patch of land at the top of Princeton Ave, which I drive by on the way to my new ZipZone Ad-venture Park. The sawmill used to be there many, many years ago. This is a perfect location for a BMX park, a motocross park and a skateboard park.  I don’t know who owns it now, but maybe we could fi nd out? Who knows, they might be willing to let you use it.

A little further up the road there is ample space to build a community shooting range. Plinking, target shooting and clay pigeon shooting are all fantastic sports to be enjoyed by kids of all ages. A few thou-sand dollars and some volunteers are all that’s needed.

The new schoolhouse will house the Boys and Girls Club and I’m sure they would love to have an Xbox

gaming room where kids can do battle with mages, demons and space invaders. A few weekends collect-ing bottles would provide the cash.

I’m very busy right now building ZipZone, so I can-not spare the time to work on these projects, but if you can provide the energy, and do the work, I’m willing to provide whatever guidance I can.

In the meantime, here are some things you can do for fun:

• Volunteer at the Wellness Centre or the Senior’s Centre. Sure they’re full of old codgers, but boy they have some great stories to tell and are always so pleased to see young faces.

• Go see Dianne and Tara at the library. They are so helpful; they’ll track down books on any subject you like.

• Build model boats and sail them on the lake. There are some locals that would love to help you learn a new hobby, and this is a fun one!

• Build a go-cart and race it with your friends. A real go-cart is a lot more fun than the Xbox version.

• Go for a hike in the bush and learn to track ani-

mals. We have the world’s best scenery and so many neat animals live here. Have you seen the raccoons on Princeton yet? They’re hilarious.

• Learn to fi sh. Get Dad out there with a rod. He’ll show you how, or maybe you can show him.

• Learn to make traps and shelters. There are some great books on First Nations and other wilderness skills.

• Learn to cook. Making a special meal will melt the heart of any girl (including your Mom!)

• Join the Air Cadets. They’ll teach you to fl y!• Go Geocaching.  There are some treasures buried

very close to you, if you know where to look.As a fi nal tip, remember that old people know

stuff, have stuff, can get more stuff and can drive stuff around. Retired people are bored silly most of the time and would love a chance to help you, if you’ll let them. You just have to ask politely.

 Kevin Bennett, President ZipZone Adventure Park, Peachland

Writer offers youth ideas for things to do

Peachland Views

Dear ”Your Neighbour Sandy”;It is not often that someone irritates me enough

to write a letter to a newspaper but you apparently are an overachiever. You complain about the neigh-bour’s dog and brag about your three cats that you hope are “not much of a bother to my neighbours.”

I’ll let you in on a secret. Your cats are bothering the heck out of your neighbours. They’re crapping in any patch of sand or gravel they can fi nd in the neighbour’s yard, whether it’s the driveway, fl ower-beds or children’s sand box.

Whether they are fi xed or not they are still peeing in the neighbour’s yard and cat pee smells!

They’re by your neighbour’s bird feeder stalking and slaughtering those sweet little birds that you claim to like listening to. They’re prowling around your neighbour’s yard becoming one of the reasons your neighbour’s dog is barking.

There are only two possible reasons your neigh-bours haven’t complained to you about your cats. They don’t want to make waves (yet!) or they don’t know you own those “hunters and explorers.”

Don’t bother saying I must be a cat or animal hater. Over the 30 plus years I have lived in Peach-land I have loved, housed and fed a large variety of dogs, cats, birds, fi sh, rodents and reptiles.

I no longer have a dog. Maybe if I did I wouldn’t have those eight different cats invading my yard. Hey, maybe some of them are yours. If so, please come and get them.

Your fed-up neighbour, Holly

Cats are a nuisance too!

Dear Editor:We’ve all had time to digest the move by the provin-

cial government to increase the minimum wage. Most

Minimum wage increase more like socialist government

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Easter Holy Week ServicesApril 21: 7 pm - Maundy Thursday - Quiet Holy Communion

April 22: 10 am - Good Friday - Watch with Jesus

April 24: 10 am - Easter Sunday - Celebrating the Resurrection

Everyone Welcome, Bring your FriendsSt. Margaret’s Anglican Church (End of 4th Ave.)

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Once again, the 50+ Activity Centre has been bustling with recent activity. On Sunday, April 10, the Peachland Variety Singers celebrated their 35th year by per-forming a very exhilarating concert. The room was fi lled with beautiful harmony when all these fabulous voices came to-gether in song. Led by Phyllis Papineau, the choir entertained the audience with numerous favourite melodies. Tea, deli-cious sandwiches, homemade sweets and an anniversary cake were served by the choir after the concert to complete a de-lightful celebration!

This past Wednesday evening, the Peachland & District Retirement Soci-ety had a table at the Volunteer Fair that was held at the community centre. Thank you to all the folks who stopped by our table to chat with us. I trust you found the information on the activities offered by the 50+ informative. Extra brochures are available at the offi ce.

At the March 24 bingo, the loonie pot of $50 was won by Phyllis and then on April 7, the senior’s special valued at $120 was won by Marie. Well done, la-dies! The loonie pot has started to grow already and the senior’s special will start over again and continue to grow each week until it’s won again.

Upcoming events…The bunnies will be hopping soon as there is a special Eas-ter bingo planned for Thursday, April 21. In addition to the regular games and as

part of the celebration, a singular Easter game will be played and one lucky win-ner will take home $100. To top it off, there will be free coffee, sandwiches and homemade dessert. Everyone is welcome, so bring a bingo buddy with you and join in on the fun. Don’t forget, bingo starts at 6:45 pm sharp. We look forward to see-ing you there.

Due to the Easter weekend, the next potluck supper will be held on Friday, April 29 starting at 6:00 pm. Don’t forget this is a week later than usual, so please mark your calendars now. The entertain-ment for the evening will be a musical trio amusing the crowd by playing Bavarian Alpine music on zithers. This group has played for us before and is adored; so they are back by popular demand. Please bring your favourite dish to share and plan to enjoy a scrumptious meal, great conversation and amazing entertainment.

We are still selling tickets for the Great-er Victoria Police Chorus performing on Thursday, May 5. For your convenience, tickets may be purchased at the 50+ Activ-ity Centre offi ce (250-767-9133) Monday to Friday mornings from 9:30 to 11:30 am, from Peachland Home & Garden on Beach Ave., or The Clothes Pin Laundry & Dry Cleaners located in Westbank Shop-ping Centre near Tim Horton’s south. Tickets are $10 each and are selling fast. Once again, please note that there will be no bingo on that night.

That’s all for now folks, so until next time…see you at the 50+ Activity Centre!

News from the 50+ Activity CentrePuttin’ on the Glitz,

an evening to remember

Photos byConstance Roth

THANK YOU PEACHLAND!!

Thank YouTo all our Glitz guests, Anita, Grant, volunteers, models, retailers, vendors and contributors whom

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"Puttin' on the Glitz" an amazing success!

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On Sunday, April 17, the Peachland Recreation Department held their 2011 Half Marathon & Spring 10 K event.

Best time overall was achieved by Leah Rod-gers at 1:44:05 in the female 20 to 29 year old age group. The best time for men’s was Pe-ter Brown in the 30 to 39 year age group, who came in at 2:03:20.

Peachland Half Marathon & Spring 10K runFULL RACE RESULTS:Female (age 20-29)Leah Rodgers 1:44:05Kaitlin Klamut 1:58:02Megan Rowe 1:59:50Laura Wickware 2:00:01Tarryn Lamb 2:29:03

(age 30-39)Erin Shannon 2:06:01Nadia Piasentin 2:07:18Bonnie Huhn 2:15:52

(age 40 – 49)Cheryl Michaud 1:55:58Dory Dueck 2:05:20Susan Falkenholt 2:39:00

(age 50-59)Colleen Power 1:57:11Patricia Cech 2:05:15

Men(age 30-39)Peter Brown 2:03:20Marty Schmidt 2:15:52

(age 40-49)Rory Bass 2:10:10

(age 50-59)Al McCaig 1:57:29Harvie Campbell 2:04:04David Stuart 2:19:35

(age 70-75)Bruce Butcher 2:28:05

of us were shocked that a move typically associated with socialist governments would be brought forward by a Liberal government. Nevertheless, the Clark government swung way out to the left and brought in the change.

At fi rst glance many would have thought that there is benefi t to provid-ing a higher wage to those at the bottom of the in-come scale. On second thought we have to ask, where is the extra $2.25 per hour [28 per cent] coming from? It is com-ing from all the small busi-ness owners operating in Peachland. They have to dig into their pockets and pay this increase. Cer-tainly they can increase their costs in which case the shoppers pay. In fact to keep their books in bal-ance they could even let some employees go. So who wins? That is why increases to minimum wages by government edict always doing more harm than good.

Now if the person in the lowest income category re-ceives a raise of $2.25 per hour what about the ones earning more than mini-mum wage now? Don’t you think those people would like to obtain a raise as well to maintain their wage relationship to minimum wage? Of course they would. So it doesn’t really matter who you employ as a small business owner, the costs of operating your busi-ness just went up, comple-ments of the Liberal gov-ernment.

Christy Clark has an-nounced a by-election and if she is elected she can sit in the legislature. She could, up to that date, change her mind and call a provincial election instead. That would give us all a chance to indi-cate what we feel about the recent events such as the ham-handed way the HST was introduced and now taking a page from the NDP book and raising minimum wages.

This is not the type of government I want for this province and I’m sure you feel the same way.

Ron Beer, Peachland

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The Peachland Lions 13th Annual Charity Golf is drawing near. The May 1st event at the Summerland Golf and Country Club is

expected to be a fantastic day of fun.

To date, the Lions have raised $15,600 of their $25,000 goal. Proceeds will go towards Camp Winfi eld, a camp for children

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Water Rates Bylaw Amendments

Council gave fi rst, sec-ond and third readings to Water Rates Bylaw No. 1931, 2010 Amendment Bylaw Number 1981, 2011. This amendment brings the agricultural rate in line with the 2009 level from $0.04 to $0.10 per cubic meter, with no increase in any other rate category.

Earthworks Bylaw Amend-ment

Council gave fi nal recon-sideration and adoption to Earthworks Control Bylaw No. 832 Amend-ment Bylaw Number 1977, 2011. This amend-ment allows for landscap-ing businesses to be ex-empt from the permitting process.

Fees and Charges & Freedom of Information

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These bylaws replace Freedom of Informa-tion and Administrative Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 1632, 2001, thereby bringing administrative clarity of having two dis-tinct bylaws rather than one.

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Sidewalk Café, Merchant Display and Mobile

Vending Licenses and Encroachments

Council granted autho-rization for the Water-front Pizzeria and Grill to allow construction of a sidewalk patio from May 1- October 31, 2011.

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Have you noticed the new sign on Branch 69? Its bright red and blue inviting colours will indicate that the Branch is open. By the kitchen, there is a lit white board displaying the latest offerings from the kitchen. When the kitchen is closed, sandwiches will be available from the bar. You may choose ham and cheese, roast beef or chicken sandwiches. Look for some other culi-nary delights that will please your pal-ate. Efforts are being made to make Branch 69 an interesting place to be, to have fun and to be entertained.

Speaking of entertainment, recently, Jayson Bandera and his saxophone partner, presented an evening of listen-ing and dance music. New entertain-ment, The Dance Band, is coming April 30 to play for your pleasure. Come on down and enjoy an evening of mu-sic and dancing. They play all types of music, and so no matter your era, no doubt you will fi nd a piece or two where you may try those dance steps that you enjoy.

Hey, don't miss the meat draw this coming week! Why? This is the week that the $100.00 draw happens. You did remember to write your name on the back of your meat draw tickets and place them in the chest by the Legion door, didn't you? Yes, it does take a minute or two, but every so often there is that $100.00 draw. Will you be the winner this week? The draw will take

place after the regular meat draw. Whoa, don't get up and leave so fast!

There is another draw. Ruth Krentz has made up an Easter basket which is fi lled with all kinds of goodies, includ-ing a 'wind-up' bunny. Get your tickets for only $5 before you sit down to en-joy the meat draw.

There has been a new addition to Branch 69, a large screen TV - a gift from Ron and Margie Iverson. Many thanks. Now we can watch all the ac-tion as the Canucks win the elusive Stanley Cup.

There is a sign up sheet for volun-teers for the World of Wheels. It will take a lot of help this year to make it a success at Branch 69. Your help will be appreciated. We are also looking for members who can carry our fl ags and be part of the Colour Party. There is a Provincial Legion Convention in Pent-icton in June, and it would be great, if we could show our pride then. Mem-bers are encouraged to get those uni-forms out of mothballs and march with our Branch in this event.

Some of our members do things be-hind the scenes, Trevor Krentz proudly, represented Branch 69 as a model in the Puttin' on the Glitz production sponsored by the Wellness Centre. Roger Moxley, Ted and Donna Cave, Bud Day, Judy Wyper and others also assisted in this event. Many of our members do things 'on the quiet'. Thank you.

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Food For the“A Leap of Faith?”`

Easter is much more than just a holiday and chocolateBy Rev. Elaine Diggle,

Minister, Peachland United Church

Holy Week ServicesApril

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Archbishop John Privett24 - 10 am Easter Sunday “The

Day of Resurrection”

The Rev. CanonSue Mayoss-Hurd

Interm Priest, Rev. Canon Jim Kidell

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For six weeks now, millions of Christians around the world have been travelling a Lenten Journey. At the beginning of their journey was Ash Wednesday when for many eight purple candles plus a large white Christ candle were lit. On that day the fi rst of the eight purple candles was extinguished. On each of the next six Sun-days of Lent an extra purple candle has been extin-guished, leaving the eighth purple one and the White Christ candle to be extinguished at the Good Friday service. The Light of the World has gone out with the death, by crucifi xion, of Jesus of Nazareth.

Why would millions of people around the world be doing this? For followers of Jesus, who is seen as the light of the world, Lent is as much a journey into the dark recesses of our souls, a self examination in the light of Jesus’ teachings, as it is an anticipation of the light of Jesus’ love,teaching and life, being extin-guished on the cross over 2000 years ago.

In our present secular society it is easy to see Eas-ter as a couple of statutory holidays at the beginning of spring. Time to get the lawns aerated, deadhead perenniels, prune the roses, check the watering sys-tems, buy a lot of chocolate that we don’t really need and may be cook a ham, turkey or lamb. Perhaps you have hidden little chocolate Easter eggs around your property for the children or grandchildren to fi nd Easter Sunday with clues at each hiding place to send them off looking for the next chocolate goody. I remember well the delight that our two young sons had as they went off looking through the garden in

Papatoetoe for the pairs of small chocolate eggs that their father had hidden, along with a clue for another cache.

None of these activities are wrong in their own right. We are not asked to live our lives with no joy and delight in small things. But is it wise to give our children the example that Easter is about a complete-ly fi ctional “Easter Bunny” who brings lots of choco-late Easter eggs any time from February onwards? Yes, the egg was used by many early Christians as a symbol of life, and for many a tradition grew up of dyeing hardboiled eggs red and gifting them. For Ukrainian Canadians there is the wonderful tradition of ‘pysanky’. Those amazingly exquisite eggs that take many hours to make.

Perhaps we need to take stock of why we celebrate Easter. Forget the commercial hype, look to making small joys with our families and friends, things that we can do together, create together. Jesus did not say “I came to bring you lots of chocolate eggs and bun-

nies at Easter”, no he said “ I came to bring you life, abundant life, life brimming over with God’s love and Grace; life full of joy in loving relationships with those around you, life made worthwhile when you give a helping hand to those in need.

So as we follow Jesus’ last week on earth, as we remember, on Good Friday, the dreadful death which he suffered; as we wait through the vigil of Easter Saturday evening, awaiting the returning of Light into our world. We see the empty tomb and the wonder-ment of those women who were the fi rst to under-stand that Jesus was not bound by death and we give thanks for God’s redeeming love. And as we light all eight purple candles and the large white Christ candle on Easter Sunday, symbol of the light of the resurrected Christ back in our world, as we sing Alle-lujahs of joy that God so loved us, may we carry that understanding of joy and sense of wonder into our lives each day as daily we give thanks for this most wonderful gift of the Creator’s love. May it be so.

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Geneva Miller. It is with much sadness we announce the passing of Geneva Grace Miller in Summerland on April 10, 2011. Geneva moved to Peachland with her parents in 1937. Sadly predeceased by her husband Archie S. Miller in 2008. Survived by two daughters Sherrie

(Jack) Webster of Kelowna and Kelli (Len) Oystryk of Calgary, two grandchildren Amber (Dip) Kotak and John (Janelle) Webster and one great granddaughter Addison. Her family will miss her witty humour and sense of fun. A special thank you to the staff at Dr. Andrew Pavilion and to Karla and Alice for their compassionate care. A family graveside service will follow. Condolences may be directed to the family through

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Danny NikkelJuly 7, 1967 - April 20, 1981

Look around your garden LordFind the son I love

Put your arms around himI only wish I could

Love you always, Mom

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Kitchen and Bathroom Remodels Complete Basement Renovations Framing, Flooring, Painting & Trim Decks, Fences and Landscaping Handyman Services Small jobs welcome

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Free Cardboard BoxesMoving or need storage? We have free cardboard boxes at the Peachland View offi ce. Pick up from offi ce only. 250-767-7771

Meets Monday at 7pm

(closed meeting) and Friday at 8pm

(open meeting).

Call 763-5555 for more info.

Alcoholics Anonymous Peachland Fellowship

PERSONAL

Painting ServicesInterior/Exterior, new construction or repaint. Ceilings, walls & wood-work. Call G.C. Contracting for a Free Estimate. 250-767-2701

Home ImprovementsDress up your home with crown moulding, new railings, upgrade trim and baseboards. Drywall re-pair and painting. Renovations. 25 years experience. Call Harry Pan-kratz at 250-878-5768

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Cleaning Services

Grass cutting, weeding, yard maintenance, hedge trimming and maintenance. 250-767-3081

For Rent2 bedroom, 1 bath well maintained older single story home located in the heart of Peachland, only 1 block away from the Waterfront and all down-town amenities. Home is equiped with wheeel chair accessible shower, custom cabinets in the kitchen and master bedroom, solarium, dining room, detached shop, storage shed, concrete patio and beautiful gardens. Pets are negotiable, available May 1st. Rent is $1000 per month plus utilities. Call NIcky at 250-767-6464.

For RentNewly renovated 1 bedroom base-ment suite, $750 per month utilities included. Six appliances, pet and smokers welcome, parking for 1, available May 1, beautiful view. 250-317-6509, Lionel

Yard WorkTake the work out of yard work. Call Scott at “The Yard Guise”, 250-317-0721, and have “Snip, Grip and Rip” do the work for you. Where business is growing like a weed.

Peachland United Church

BARGAIN BIN SALE

• Good clean clothing• Household items

We accept donations on days that we are open.

Please do not drop off any donations while we are closed.

OPEN THURS. - SAT. 9:30 - 3 PM

Garage SaleTwo weeks to go ‘til the

GARGANTUAN CHARITY YARD SALE -Donations gratefully accepted

until then. Linda Longbotham 4445 - 6th St. 250-767-6476 or 250-718-3878

GARAGE SALE

Garage Sale4995 Elliott Avenue, PeachlandSaturday, April 23, 8 am - 4 pm No early birds. Household items,

tools, queen mattress, patio furniture.

GARAGE SALE

Garage SaleFriday, April 22 & Saturday, April 23

8 am - 2 pm, both days, 4078 San Clemente Ave.

Just a little bit of everything.

GARAGE SALE

Plant SaleFriends of Parrot Sanctuary Plant Sale May 7th, 8 pm at 4138 Lake

Ave. We are in need of plants or gar-den supplies. Any donations would be gratefully received, and can be

dropped off at Parrot Island.

PLANT SALE

Visitwww.peachlandview.comwww.peachlandview.com

DRINKING WATER WEEK OPEN HOUSE AND WATER INTAKE TOUR

The District of Peachland would like to invite residents to tour the water intake to gain a better understanding of the treatment process and how the water system works.

WHERE: Deep Creek Intake. Drive up Princeton Avenue to Pierce Street and turn left and follow the signs. WHEN: Wednesday May 4th, and Thursday May 5th. 1 pm to 3 pm WHY: To celebrate Drinking Water WeekYOU WILL SEE: How the water is brought to the settling ponds before it enters the distribution system; The water testing process; How the chlorination is put into the water; Poster Boards and information showing the future water treatment plant and reservoir .

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Peachland Service Directory

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H 8 yr. warranty against leakageH 2 years parts

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Since 1967 ~ 1880 Byland Road, West Kelowna

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When you install a water heater by April 30, 2011

$50rebatefrom Fortis BC Gas

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Karen’s PlaceHair and Body Works

250-767-0276

We are open Monday to Saturday & Thursday

evenings by appointment.

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Correction, the telephone number listed in the white pages of the Peachland Telephone Directory should be

250-767-0276, Fax 250-767-0168

• Quality Interior & Exterior Painting •Repaints • Reasonable Rates

• Residential & Commercial

CleaningLocal Peachland Women Offering:

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• Roofing • New • Re-Roofs • Repairs

• Siding • Soffit• Facia • Gutters

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Your Guide To Local Events & ActivitiesWellness Circle - Wednes-day, April 27, 10 am at the Wellness Centre. The speaker will be Ann Carter of Infi nite Serenity speak-ing on the use of stones and crystals in everyday life.

Westside Food Bank Easter Eggstravaganza- at John-son Bentley Sports fi eld, 3737 Old Okanagan Hwy., Sunday, April 24, from noon to 2 pm. For ages 10 & un-der with a separate area for toddlers. No charge, just bring a food item for the Food Bank & your own Eas-ter basket.

Bat Presentation - Tanya Luszcz will give an informa-tive presentations at the Lit-tle Schoolhouse regarding bats Saturday, April 30 at 7 pm. Following the presen-tation we will walk over to the old primary school and hopeful welcome back our resident bats. Tickets are $5 and will be available at Bylands from 9-3 Sunday, April 17 and again next Sat-urday, April 23. This event is sponsored by the Central Okanagan Naturalists’ Club as part of their Sunfl ower Festival. For more info. or tickets call 250-878-0529.

Peachland Community Arts Council AGM - Every-one interested in the arts is invited to the PCAC AGM Wednesday, May 4 at 7 pm in the banquet room of the Peachland Community Cen-tre. Let us know how we are doing and what you would like to see in our commu-nity.

Boxing - Beginners boxing, both male and female is held Monday and Wednes-day at 4th Street Place at 6 pm. For more information call 250-767-9538.

FEATURED EVENTS

APRIL 22

Royal Canadian Legion - Fish & Chip Dinner 1730 hrs.

Waterfront Grill and Pizzeria - Live entertainment, info. 250-767-3255

50+ Activity Centre - Art Classes, 1 pm

Men’s Coffee Club PWC - 10 am

Would you like to feature your event in the Peachland View’s weekly Calendar of Events? Please call 250.767.7771 or email

peachlandview@shaw.ca.

SATURDAY

APRIL 23

Royal Canadian Legion - Meat Draw, 1500 hrs.

Royal Canadian Legion - Special Draw for $100, 1700 hrs.

Royal Canadian Legion - Easter Basket Draw, 1700 hrs.

50+ Activity Centre - Carpet Bowling, 10 am

FRIDAY

WEDNESDAY

APRIL 27

Wellness Circle, - PWC, 10 am

Royal Canadian Legion, Liver & Onions Dinner

Chess - 50+ Activity Centre, 1:15 pm

CO Model Railway Company Group - Peachland Museum, 7 pm

Westside Toastmasters - Lakeview Heights Community Center, West Kelowna, 7 - 9 pm

Peachland Lions Club meeting, 7 pm, at the Lions Den, info. 250-767-9034

Yoga - 50+ Activity Centre 1:30 pm

Caregiver Support Program - Peachland Wellness Centre, 1 pm

SUNDAY

MONDAY

APRIL 24

Jerry Dober Sunday Breakfast - Peachland Wellness Centre, 8 - 11 am, for $ 5.75, info. 250-767-0141

Happy Easter

APRIL 25

Peachland Quilters 50+ Activity Centre, 1:15 pm

Ladies Coffee - PWC, 10 am

Wood Carving - 50+ Activity Centre, 7 pm

Royal Canadian Legion - Euchre, 7 pm

Royal Canadian Legion - General Meeting, 1930 hrs.

50+ Activity Centre - Tia Chi, Noon

Take Off Pounds Sensibly - 50+ Activity Centre, 9:30 am

TUESDAY

APRIL 26

Carpet Bowling - 50+ Activity Centre, 10 am

Royal Canadian Legion - Darts, 7 pm

Tai Chi - PWC, 6 pm

Computer Literacy - PWC, 10 am

Photography Classes - PWC, 10 am

Lions Den Meeting - Community Policing Station, 7 pm

AA at Noon - 50+ Activity Centre

Peachland Bridge Club - 50+ Activity Centre, 7 pm

THURSDAY

APRIL 28

Easter Bingo - 50+ Activity Centre

Girls Club - Peachland Baptist Church, 7 pm

Bereavement Support Group - PWC, 10 am

Iron & Silk Exercise - 50+ Activity Centre, 11 am

Royal Canadian Legion - LAC Meeting, Penticton

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Travel Advisory UpdateTemporary Closure on Highway 97 near Westbank

The Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure would like to advise the public of a planned temporary road closure on Highway 97 at Drought Road Bluff and Brent Road, south of Seclusion Bay Road near Westbank.

The highway will be closed in both directions Tuesday, May 3 from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. to accommodate blasting as part of a rock slope stabilization project.

Travellers are also reminded to expect ongoing traffi c pattern changes and minor delays up to 20 minutes in length from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm Monday to Friday until May 13.

Please allow extra time, exercise caution, and obey all fl ag persons and traffi c control signs through the project site.

Your patience during this work is appreciated.

For project updates please visit the DriveBC website atwww.drivebc.ca or call the Okanagan Shuswap District

offi ce at 250 712-3660.

MoTI Ad #816B - Highway 97 Travel Advisory Update

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Around PeachlandAround Peachland

Linda, right, and Morgan Borrowmas of Kelowna, posed with their bright red ‘64 Oldsmobile 442. The Borrowmas were part of the Wheels for a Cure classic car parade. Photo by Cindy Fortin.

Al Blessin, left, and Paul Lamey, right, Peachland Community Policing volunteers, helped control traffi c on Beach Avenue for the Wheels for a Cure event last Sunday. Photo by Cindy Fortin.

volunteers, helped control

Photo by Cindy Fortin.

John and Rebecca Topolnisky, and 2 year-old miniature Schnauzer “Dylan”, enjoy a Beach Avenue bench seat as they wait for the arrival of Wheels for a Cure. The couple moved from Alberta to Peachland one year ago. Photo by Cindy Fortin.

The Blues Brothers Too ham it up at the “Rat Rod” last Sunday. The Blues Brothers had just wrapped up a performance at Rocky J’s. Photo by Cindy Fortin.

Seventeen month-old Anara enjoys a premium seat on her dad’s, David Zamorano, shoulders as they, and mom Alena Zamaro, enjoy the energetic performance of the Blues Brothers Too at Rocky J’s. Photo by Cindy Fortin.

Tara Prozny and her husband Brad checked out Tara’s dream car, a Shelby Cobra GT 500, at Wheels for a Cure. The couple was visiting from Vancouver. Photo by Cindy Fortin.

Daryl and Marianna, left photo, enjoy the “Puttin’ on the Glitz” fashion show last

Saturday night at the Community Centre, as did Willie, Kaz and Darin, at right. Photos by Chris Passmore

The Blues Brothers Too ham it up at the “Rat

Saturday night at the Community Centre, as did Willie, Kaz and Darin, at right. Photos by Chris Passmore

Daryl and Marianna, left photo, enjoy the “Puttin’ on the Glitz” fashion show last

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6151 Gillam CrescentWait until you see the house, this is incredible walkout rancher with high end fi nishing the best of everything, room for a pool the custom bathrooms with glass showers are beautiful and so much more 3 bdrms, 4 baths offered well below replacement the new owners will be very lucky!

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Get inside this level entry, town home with full walkout basement. Dinning access to barbeque deck and private lake views. Downstairs patio has full lake view, with 3rd bedroom and ensuite enhancing the maximum Peachland comfort for your guests. Great workshop,extra lower level windows, and down stair fi replace makes this a great value home. $359,900

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4131 Ponderosa Drive, Peachland – Enjoy the captivating views from this lovely updated 3,440 + sq. ft. 4 bed/4 bath rancher walkout. Huge vaulted ceilings, renovated kitchen, skylights, spacious deck, A/C & new high effi ciency furnace. Beautiful landscaping and fruit trees, lots of room for everyone!

330-3996 Beach Ave, Peachland – Beautiful 3 bed/2 bath unit in Lakeshore Gardens. Covered balcony, kitchen w/ 4 s/s appliances, granite counters, tiled backsplash, gas f/p, outdoor pool, gym & unbeatable beach access at your doorstep. Call Tracey today!

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208-4340B Beach Ave, Peachland Don’t miss this fabulous 2 bed/2 bath unit in friendly semi-lakeshore 55+ complex, use as a FT residence or PT summer home. Great updates, modern touches, close to amenities & miles of beachfront!

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5956 Victoria StreetFab lake views from main living areas of this 3 bdrm 3 bath home. Located in quiet area, the property has the bonus of 2nd access - great for parking your RV! New laminate fl ooring ready to be installed. 6 appliances, window coverings included.

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5916 Ehlers Road, PeachlandA perfect rancher for easy living & it comes complete with an awesome lakeview! You’ll love the layout & up-graded fi nishes incl. in-fl oor radiant heat under tiles in kit & main bath, R/O water under sink, u/g sprinklers vaulted ceiling in living room, laminate fl oors & much more. 3 bdrms and 2 full baths give you enough room to be com-fortable but the 1300 sq. ft. fl oor area is easy to maintain. MLS®10026059

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