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2/4–11/29
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SUN FM proudly supports the Kelowna Community Resources: New Horizons
- Looking to share your skills? Or interested in learning new ones?
- How about volunteering in the community?
- To get started and make a difference visit www.kcr.ca
- Complete a profile and get online notices about where you can volunteer in the Central Okanagan
- Funded in part by the Government of Canada’s New Horizons for Seniors Programs, and Kelowna Community Resources
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Throughout the Okanagan
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2/17–12/1
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Sun FM proudly supports The Total Health Fair:
Everyone deserves to live a happy, healthy, long, prosperous life. The Total Health Fair is the bridge that provides answers and options through education to help improve the health and wellness of everyone who attends. Through the educational process, we believe the Fair will empower attendees to take a proactive approach to make positive choices and changes to improve overall health in body, mind and spirit.
There will be up to 43 exhibitors (up to 60 in the summer months), healthy lunch options and two expert speakers each month sharing their knowledge and wisdom.
This is our community helping community.
http://www.totalhealthfair.com
- Sunday, April 21 11:00 AM
- Sunday, May 12 11:00 AM
- Sunday, June 16 11:00 AM
- Sunday, July 14 11:00 AM
- Sunday, August 18 11:00 AM
- Sunday, September 15 11:00 AM
- Sunday, November 10 11:00 AM
- Sunday, December 1 11:00 AM
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11 am,
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Parkinson Recreation Centre
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3/18–9/22
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Help us raise funds for sick kids at Kelowna General Hospital through Have A Heart Radiothon!
For a donation of $100, professional photographer, Liz Sorgel, will take a picture of your child or grandchild, age’s newborn to 12 years old.
Your child’s full page photo will be included in a beautiful coffee table book called "Children of the Okanagan".
Book your spot now - space is limited! Call Liz at (250) 317-4395
Proceeds from our Have a Heart Radiothon, support sick children at Kelowna General Hospital. |
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6/20
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The 9th Annual Wild Woman Wise Woman Foundation event is back; and it’s bigger, better and blingier then ever before!
“Bling It On 2013” takes place Thursday, June 20th, 2013 at 6:30pm at Hanna’s Waterfront Lounge & Grill.
This all-female event is always one of the “not to be missed” social fundraisers of the year in Kelowna.
The Okanagan’s own Rose Sexsmith is the founder of the Wild Woman Wise Woman Foundation.
Since its inception in 2004, the Wild Woman Wise Woman Foundation has raised over $80,000 that has been donated to local projects such as Kelowna Women’s Shelter, Kelowna Boys and Girls Club and Heroes Kelowna.
Nationally, the group has helped The NOW Canada Society and the Elizabeth Fry Foundation.
Internationally, the foundation has contributed to the Navajeevan Orphanage in Calcutta, India an Orphanage in Haiti and the East Meets West Orphans Foundation.
This year the event will be supporting the newly founded, Kelowna based “Wish Come True Society”; who’s mission is to build a children’s hospice in Kelowna.
“Bling It On 2013” is a night of sparkly fun for wild and wise women of all ages.
Tickets include gift bags and champagne on arrival, tapas and wine courtesy of Hanna’s Lounge and Grille, Summerhill Winery and the View Winery and “Blingtini’s” courtesy of Smirnoff.
Complimentary photos courtesy of Okanagan Photo Star, entertainment by the beautiful and talented Anna Jacyszyn and dancing all night long with DJ Larry Gray.
Tickets also include the chance to win a trip for two anywhere Westjet flies and several other amazing door prizes.
There will be additional raffles that evening for a Sparkling Hills weekend resort package, a ‘Blingtastic Basket” of sparkling items from CoCo Boutique valued at $900, a full “Wild Woman Makeover” valued at $1200 and a Limited Edition Bottle of Armand de Brignac from Reims France signed by Mick Fleetwood of Fleetwood Mac!
Click here to purchase tickets. |
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6:30pm,
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Hanna's Waterfront Lounge & Grill
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6/21
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Celebrate National Aboriginal Day June 21st!
Everyone is invited to this Family Event full of entertainment, children’s activities, craft vendors, a traditional feast, with an elders Lounge and a mini traditional Pow-Wow!
There’ll be buffalo bannock burgers for lunch, by donation.
This all day event happens from 10:00am to 9:00pm; Admission is free, and is a drug and alcohol free event!
Join them at the parking lot on the corner of Ellis and Lawrence, behind the Ki-Low-Na Friendship Society, 442 Leon Street.
Proudly hosted by Ki-Low-Na Friendship Society! |
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10:00am-9:00pm,
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442 Leon Street - Behind the Ki-Low-Na Frienship Society
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6/21
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It’s time again for the Kelowna Women in Business Golf Tournament & Charity Auction!
Working Women's Twilight Golf Tournament partnered with Sun FM.
Friday, June 21st, 2013 at the Pinnacle Course at Gallagher's Canyon - 4320 Gallagher's Drive West Kelowna, BC.
There will be a 9 hole Texas Scramble shot gun start at 4:00pm; Arrive at 3:00pm at the Gallagher's Clubhouse.
Cocktails followed by dinner will start at 6:45pm
Member - $95.00 Non-Member - $105.00
Dinner Only - $60.00
Buffet dinner after & silent auction
Please sign up your team all together adding them as guests if you wish to play with set people. Don't worry if you're a single or don't have a full team.Teams can be up to 5 people. Hackers and above welcome.
There will be a Hole-In-One; plus mulligans and Pay for a Pro Shot for sale!
All proceeds will be going to Arion Therapeutic Farm.
Register by June 16, 2013.
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3:00pm,
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The Pinnacle at Gallagher's Canyon
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6/21
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Sun FM is proud to sponsor the Nature Trust of British Columbia's Earth, Wind, Fire event on Friday, June 21st!
Come and join over 250 guests to savour the talents of Okanagan chefs and members of Culinary Team British Columbia! Along with an extraordinary selection of food stations, your taste buds will be tantalized with fine wines and other beverages from the Okanagan Valley.
From jazz to pop, the entertainment will rock! Get ready to spin around on the dance floor for a night filled with fun!
Tickets go on sale soon!!!
About Nature Trust of BC:
Earth, Wind, Fire will celebrate The Nature Trust of BC's land conservation work in British Columbia. By conserving high-risk habitats, they are working to maintain the province's unique diversity of ecosystems. Their goal? To sustain nature for future generations.
In the Okanagan their portfolio consists of 7,000 acres of fee simple land as well as two biodiversity ranches. Funds from last year's event helped The Nature Trust acquire the Twin Lakes property. Adjacent to The Nature Trust White Lake Biodiversity Ranch, this 2,000-acre property features grasslands and riparian habitats. It is home to many rare and endangered plants and animals, and is ranked as a top priority for conservation.
This year funds will benefit their Conservation Youth Crew program. Young science students gain hands-on experience while providing important land stewardship work on our Okanangan properties. |
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5:30 pm,
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Delta Grand Okangan Resort, Kelowna
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6/21–6/22
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Get ready to dust off your leather jackets and pull on your bobby-socks!
GREASE is still the word at KLO Middle School!
Let KLO's talented cast and crew take you on a trip to a simpler time as "bad boy" Danny and "the girl nextdoor" Sandy fall in love all over again in the school version of the hit movie, Grease! Supported by a live band, a professional sound and lighting company, and the use of technology, KLO's production promises to be a big hit!
Showtimes are Friday, June 21st at 7:00 p.m. and Saturday, June 22nd, at 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. at the KLO gymnasium. All shows include an intermission.
Admission:
Adults - $10
Students/Children - $5
To purchase tickets go online to:
https://centralokanagan.schoolcashonline.com/
or visit the front office at KLO Middle School at the corner of Gordon Drive and KLO. Tickets will also be on sale at the door. Cash only.
For additional information, call KLO Middle School at 250.870.5106.
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7:00pm,
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KLO Gymnasium
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6/22
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Join Sun FM and the doctors and staff at Okanagan Optical (Sunglass Cove) at Groovy Day on Saturday June 22nd to keep children's eyes healthy and protected from damaging UV rays. Okanagan Optical and Sunglass Cove will be giving away free sunglasses to children ages 8 and under.
This 3rd annual event will have lots to do: an inflatable obstacle course, face painting, crafts, a barbeque and more! Last year 350 pairs of sunglasses were given away in addition to all the fun activities enjoyed by kids in our community.
See you there! |
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10am - 2pm,
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2918 Tutt Street
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6/22
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On Saturday, June 22 from 12:00pm to 5:00pm Aaliyah's Penny Drive will be taking place at Papa Murphy's Take 'N' Bake Pizza, #45-301 Highway 33 West.
Papa Murphy's will be supplying sample slices of pizza for the public & there will also be popcorn!
Aaliyah was born on March 3rd, 2001 and required open heart surgery. On May 24th, 2001 Aaliyah underwent her surgery at the BC Children's Hospital in Vancouver.
All money raised from Aaliyah's Penny Drive will be donated to the BC Children's Hospital.
Donations can also be dropped off at Valley First Credit Union in Rutland and Papa Murphy's Take 'N' Bake Pizza until June 24th. |
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12:00pm-5:00pm,
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Papa Murphy's Take 'N' Bake Pizza
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6/23
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Family activities and exercise are good for building positive mental health! Here is the opportunity to do both.
On Sunday, June 23rd - thirteen CMHA branches in BC will be supporting or hosting local rides in respective communities throughout BC including Kelowna.
Cyclists of all levels are invited to join the Canadian Mental Health Association Kelowna and gear up to cycle through Kelowna to benefit CMHA's mental health programs and services for women and their families.
Come as an individual, bring a friend or your family, get your co-workers involved!
It will be a fun time for all.
Mental illness does not affect one person in isolation. It impacts families, friends, co-workers and our community.
This event is to strengthen and support women's and family mental health programs.
The Kelowna Ride will be starting and finishing at the Rotary Centre for the Arts. There will be two cycling routes available, a 7km family ride along the downtown corridor and a 40km ride through picturesque Mission Kelowna.
Kelowna Cycle, ChainLine Cycle and Cyclepath Kelowna are joining forces to be an integral part of this incredible event. Getting on a bike and exercising is one of the easiest ways to help promote a healthy lifestyle and help combat mood disorders.
Rider experience Includes...
• A Stormtech H2X-Dry moisture wicking fabric rider shirt
• Warm-Up for the Ride Don’t Hide at The Woman’s Place - Outdoor Spin-A-Thon June 22nd
• Bike inspection services (pre and post-ride)
• Healthy breakfast
• Fun, entertaining activities for friends, families and riders during and after the ride
• Onsite community resources and tables to visit
• The chance to win one of three bikes form local stores & many exciting other prizes!
All the money raised from this event will go directly to the Canadian Mental Health Association, Kelowna Branch.
For more information click here.
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8:00am,
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Rotary Centre for the Arts, Kelowna
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6/26
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SUN FM is proud to sponsor the 2nd Annual Night Out at the Ballpark presented by TELUS with the Kelowna Falcons on Wednesday, June 26th at Elks Stadium.
In addition to a baseball game for a great cause there will be a Costco Kids Corner set up for the young ones which includes; bouncy castles, face painting, and many other games which will keep the kids entertained for the evening.
To top the night off Black Match Pyrotechnics will be putting on a 5 – 7 minute fireworks display, sponsored by Save-On-Foods, following the game which will be sure to put smiles on both the young and old in attendance!
Tickets are $10.00 each and can be purchased from the Main Firestation at 2255 Enterprise Way or by calling Pat Barton at 250-317-7431 pbarton@kelowna.ca
All proceeds from this ballgame will go directly to the Kelowna Professional Firefighters Charitable Society.
The Kelowna Professional Firefighters Charitable Society is a non-profit organization. The organization raises money through events held by the members from the International Association of Firefighter’s Local 953. These funds are then distributed to National, Provincial, and Local Community Charities. A small example of these charities being the Canadian Cancer Foundation, BC Burn Fund, and the Kelowna General Hospital Kids Care Foundation. The Kelowna Professional Firefighters are dedicated to the community they serve and take great pride in being able to give back through their charities tireless hard work.
Visit kelownafirefighters.com for more information. |
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6:30pm,
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Elks Stadium
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6/30–7/7
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The ITF Kelowna Futures Tennis event is back for 2013 and promises to be better than ever.
Sanctioned once again by the International Tennis Federation and Tennis Canada, this year’s event will continue the tradition started in summer 2012 of bringing ultra-competitive and extremely high-level professional men’s tennis to the Okanagan Valley.
Tailor-made for the diehard tennis fan or even those coming new to the sport, the Kelowna ITF Futures Event provides the very best in professional sports entertainment.
With amazing sight-lines, a comfortable atmosphere and almost unbelievable access for the viewing public, the Basil Meikle Tennis Courts (located at the Parkinson Recreation Center) create a stunning, sunshine-drenched setting that quite literally guarantees courtside seats for all.
Add in some good food, great drinks and assorted entertainment and you’re left with one truly unique summertime adventure. Act now to catch each and every moment of the most intense, high-caliber tennis action you will ever see live in Kelowna.
Scheduled for the week of June 30 to July 7, 2013 the $15,000 Kelowna Futures Tennis Event will feature many of the best “up and coming” men’s players currently touring on the professional tennis circuit, possibly including emerging Canadian champs like Filip Peliwo or even Vasek Pospisil. All of these athletes are highly motivated to play their very best as they compete for the very same official ATP tour ranking points that global stars like Novak Djokovic, Milos Raonic and Roger Federer accumulate every year. The future of professional men’s tennis is on display right now at Kelowna Futures.
Organized and officially sanctioned by the ITF Tennis Pro World Circuit, the Kelowna Futures event will showcase players ranked from 1200 up to 200 in the world, providing an almost unmatched opportunity to see professional men’s tennis without ever leaving one of the most beautiful cities in all of Canada – an important designation that Kelowna was very privileged to secure.
Notable alumni of the prestigious ITF circuit include world champions like Novak Djokovic, Roger Federer, Raphael Nadal, Andy Murray and many, many more. Without a doubt, the stars of the ITF Futures circuit today will be the world champions of tomorrow. Don’t miss a single moment of men’s professional tennis in Kelowna this summer!
Contact www.kelownafuturestennis.com for more details & ticket information.
Get your kids in the game! Little Aces Okanagan Launch! Little Aces Launch is free and is scheduled for Friday, July 5th from 10:00am to 1:00pm.
The Little Aces Community Tennis Program is an exciting, new community tennis initiative for U12 in Kelowna developed by Tennis Canada and Tennis BC, in partnership with the City of Kelowna and the School District #23. Utilizing the progressive tennis method, the Little Aces program encourages young players to play quickly and successfully, demonstrating that tennis is not only a great and fun game to play but a sport of a lifetime!
For more information on Little Aces Okanagan, click here.
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Parkinson Recreation Centre
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7/14
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Mark your calendars for the 16th Annual OJC Golf Tournament "Mel Kotler Golf Classic" - Sunday, July 14th at the Harvest Golf Club in Kelowna.
The OJC Golf Tournament has a rich history in the Okanagan of bringing together friends and colleagues for a fun filled day of golf, friendship and a great time!
This year's tournament has been named the Mel Kotler Golf Classic in honour of Mr. Mel Kotler, who was instrumental in the success of this tournament for many years. Enjoy food, drinks, games, prizes and much more, including 18 holes of golf with cart & driving range - in memory of Mel.
Registration is $225.00 ($175.00 for Harvest Members) and includes Brunch, Driving Range, Cart, 18 Holes of Golf and a sit down Prime Rib Dinner.
In addition, Golfers will enjoy free on-course food and drinks from Moxies, Milestones, Mr. Mozzarella, Summerhill Pyramid Winery, Tree Brewing and Dairy Queen.
Take advantage of the amazing deals at the Silent Auction including: Golf Packages, NHL Tickets, Jerseys, Spas, Hotels, Wine Packages and plenty of Restaurant Gift Certificates.
To register & for more information, click here.
Brunch starts at 11:00am
Driving Range Opens
Shot Gun Start 1:00pm
Sit Down Prime Rib Dinner 7:00pm |
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11:00am,
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2725 KLO Road - Harvest Golf Club
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7/15–7/20
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Men of Hope’s 2013 Ride for Reason will be donating funds to Sophie’s Place Child Advocacy Centre in Surrey, BC.
Start at any city from Vernon, Kelowna,Pentiction, Princeton,Manning Park,Chilliwack,Hope, Aldergrove,Langley, Surrey, New West,Burnaby ending at the Sheraton Wall Center.
July 15-20 2013
Riders Needed NOW!
Call Andy for more information:
604-309-1573
Go to www.menofhope.ca for additional information. |
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7/20
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Kelowna’s 65th Annual Interior Savings Across The Lake Swim is the largest and longest continuously running open water swim event in Canada!
There are limited spots available and the swim sells out early every year!
The swim is open to swimmers of all ages and abilities!
Swimmers complete a 2.1 km swim from the Old Ferry Docks in West Kelowna to Hot Sands Beach in City Park Kelowna.
To register, visit www.acrossthelakeswim.com
The Across the Lake Swim benefits the Y Strong Kids Learn to Swim Program!
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8am,
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Old Ferry Docks in West Kelowna to Hot Sands Beach in City Park Kelowna.
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7/25–7/27
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Pristine lakes, valley views and awe-inspiring beauty are everywhere the eyes wander! Whether that is to mountains, orchards, vineyards, beaches or romantic city lights there is something for everyone.
The 13th Western Regional H.O.G.® Rally takes place July 25th to 27th in Kelowna.
“Rally in the Valley” boasts 3 action-filled days of thrilling rides, poker runs, bike games, parties, live music and more!
The Okanagan H.O.G.® Chapter is going all out to showcase the gorgeous scenery the valley has to offer with 2 guided rides on Friday and Saturday, in addition to the daily poker runs. There is even an early bird ride for those who arrive on Thursday as registration begins. Saturday’s poker run is dedicated to the peace officers of Kelowna.
The Okanagan has riding that is unsurpassed anywhere on the continent because of the sheer number of amazing routes, consistently good road surface conditions and the comfortable, moderate climate. In a 170km stretch, you can cruise beside lush orchards and the sparkling lake, climb up to rocky slopes through slim canyons, then onto forested plateaus before descending into a desert micro-climate. How’s that for exhilaration?
Entertainment is non-stop throughout the weekend featuring incredibly talented musicians. Performing on stage at Kane’s Harley-Davidson® on Friday, July 25th is local rock and roll cover band “Colt 45”. Bring your dancing boots and kick up your heels, you’ll want to hit the blacktop to party and rock & roll under the stars.
Saturday night’s banquet kicks off with Herb Dixon, a favourite local comedian and sound specialist. You are certain to ‘LOL’ during his famous Harley-Davidson® motorcycle impression. It’s so realistic you can almost smell the fumes! The party continues with “Blues Brother Too and their Show Band”. Relax, dance, and enjoy this high-energy, big band, song and dance tribute act to the original Blues Brothers - “Jake and Elwood” - Saturday evening will not soon be forgotten.
Saturday’s Show & Shine will be followed by the motorcycle games, guaranteed to thrill spectators. Shine and spit polish your Harley® and then get ready for traditional favourite skills games like the tennis ball and wiener bite. This rally features a non-bike game too… the tire throw! Participants can flex their muscles as well as their throttles!
In keeping with the Harley Owners Group® emphasis on safe and responsible riding, the Okanagan Chapter is providing complimentary shuttle bus service. On Friday and Saturday night, those registered for the rally can keep their bikes parked and take the shuttle to and from selected hotels and the evening events. Finish your rally weekend Sunday morning with breakfast back at Kane’s Harley-Davidson®.
Kelowna is the largest city in the Okanagan, offering all the cultural amenities of a major city, along with the historical orchard charm that was the foundation for the city’s success. The Okanagan Chapter of the Harley Owners Group® invites all to come and share our amazing scenic highways this summer and to enjoy a weekend packed with fun and entertainment.
Register today at www.okanaganhog.com |
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Kelowna
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8/11
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Join in the great event Sunday August 11th, be part of the A-L-S Cycle of Hope in Kelowna. Sign up for the 30 or 70 kilometre ride. You can make a huge difference, as you fundraise and ride to inspire hope for families living with ALS.
Facebook event page link for August 11th Kelowna community rides:
https://www.facebook.com/events/187528124733328/
Route map:
http://www.mapmyride.com/routes/view/171379964
Enter to win the day of the event Sunday August 11th:
A 2-night stay in Vancouver at Accent Inns with 2 tickets to a Canucks game
The registration date being EXTENDED to July 28th!
Register onlie at cycleofhope.ca
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8/17
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SUN FM & ELEMENT ANNOUNCE KELOWNA'S HOTTEST MUSIC FESTIVAL
"ELEMENTAL 2013"
Saturday June 17, 2013 – Kelowna Community Theatre
SUNFM is teaming up with ELEMENT EVENTS to bring you possibly one of the biggest edm festivals ever to hit Kelowna. August 17 at Kelowna Community Theatre show casing 13 headliners from all over the world in 2 rooms with over 80,000 watts of sound AND amazing state of the art production!
Headliner's include:
VICETONE
THE M MACHINE
GRIZ
DBERRIE
FAR TOO LOUD
LAZY RICH
ANTISERUM
GLADIATOR
REVOLVR
HIRSHEE
REID SPEED
THUGLI
COYOTE KISSES
Early Birds sold out in 45 minutes! Make sure to grab your advanced tickets at 79.99 at HEMP CITY (Kelowna) , PENTAGON BOARDSHOP (Penticton) or online at www.ticketzone.com/elementevents |
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Doors open @ 6:30 Show starts at 7:00pm,
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Kelowna Community Theatre
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9/6
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The 2013 Pihl Law Corporation Golf Marathon will take place on Friday, September 6th on The Bear at The Okanagan Golf Club in Kelowna and there are some options for you golfers out there - the diehards and the aspiring diehards:
1. Full Marathon - 100 Holes of Golf: A 12 hour day of golfing fun (5½ rounds). Registration fee is $200 + a minimum $1,000 fundraising. (Only 30 spots available)
2. Half Marathon - 50 Holes of Golf: A 6 hour day of golfing from 1pm to 7pm. Registration fee $200 + minimum $750 fundraising. (Only 10 spots available)
3. Relay Team - For teams of 4 players. Each player will play for 3 hours and the registration fee is $100 per player + minimum of $2,500 fundraising per team. (Only 10 spots available)
Schedule:
1. Full Marathon - Your day commences with a buffet breakfast at 6:00am, tee off at 7:00am and play until 7:00pm.
2. Half Marathon - Your tee off time starts at 1:00pm, but please come for a BBQ Lunch on the course between 11:00am and 1:00pm.
3. Relay Team - Your first player attends the 6:00am breakfast and plays from 7:00am-10:00am, 2nd player from 10:00am-1:00pm, 3rd player from 1:00pm-4:00pm and the last player from 4:00pm-7:00pm. All players are welcome to enjoy the buffet dinner. Please RSVP in advance.
The Pihl Law Corporation Golf Marathon is BrainTrust Canada's largest fundraising event. The goal this year is set at $85,000.
Every golfer gets their own golf cart, dozens of golf balls and other goodies! In all cases this is READY GOLF and not about the score - it's about your personal best and trying to complete your number of holes.
During the day there are events and activities on all the holes around the course, plus Hole in Ones, Snacks and Beverages to your heart's content, a BBQ lunch and an amazing buffet dinner at the Okanagan Golf Club AND PRIZES!!
Prizes include:
- Top Fundraiser prizes
- Relay Team Top Fundraiser prize
- Grand Prize
- Individual Prizes - EVERY golfer walks away with a prize! Those of you who are not the recipient of one of the above prizes get a wonderful prize from our prize table with donated items from our generous prize donors!
For more information, to register as a golfer, to support a golfer with a donation, to sponsor the event, or to volunteer, please click here. |
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6:00am-7:00pm,
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The Bear at The Okanagan Golf Club
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9/7
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Wine Country Half Marathon
Destination Races and Sun FM present the Wine Country Half Marathon in Kelowna on September 7, 2013.
Produced by Destination Races of Sonoma, California, the series began in 2004 with the Napa-to-Sonoma Wine Country Half Marathon and includes other US events in Santa Barbara wine country, the Willamette Valley of Oregon, Healdsburg, California andNorthern Virginia. The Kelowna event will attract runners and wine enthusiasts from throughout Canada and the United States to the Okanagan Valley!
The Route: The Kelowna Wine Country Half Marathon course begins at The Vibrant Vine winery, offering spectacular views of Okanagan Lake and the surrounding mountains. The course meanders its way past vineyards, farms, apple orchards, and onto the Mission Creek Greenway as it makes its way to the lakefront. The final four miles runs alongOkanaganLake and finishes atWaterfrontPark, site of the post-race Wine & Music Festival where runners join family and friends to enjoy food, entertainment, the awards ceremony, and wine tasting from many of the region’s finest vintners.
Supporting local YMCA: The Strong Kids campaign, in partnership with the YMCA of Okanagan, will provide volunteer support for this event as the primary local beneficiary and charity partner. A full slate of activities are scheduled, beginning on Thursday September 5th with a welcome reception, and culminating with a finisher’s celebration in Kelowna on Saturday evening. The Delta Grand Okanagan Resort and Conference Centre will host the Race Expo held on Friday September 6th from 10:00am to 6:00pm, which is open to the public and free.
Race registration is open NOW. Event details and registration are available online at the event website www.destinationraces.com/runbc |
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East Kelowna
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9/13–9/15
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Sun FM is proud to present:
The Okanagan Food & Wine Film Festival
Launching a new kind of film festival - one that celebrates award winning wine and the Okanagan region as a culinary destination that brings great documentaries to the local screen!
The festival will showcase both feature length and short films from the valley and around the world with a local expert on the film subject oth introduce and host a Q&A at it's conclusion. Following each mouth-watering film a reception will be hosted that will serve the food or wine that was the "star" of the screened film.
The Okanagan Food & Wine Film Festival will be held September 13-15th at the Rotary Centre for the Arts
Tickets will go on sale in May but in the meantime, you can learn more about the festival at www.okfoodwinefilmfest.com |
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Various Times,
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The Rotary Centre of the Arts
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9/14–9/15
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Saturday & Sunday, September 14th & 15th 2013
RONA: 1711 Springfield Road, Kelowna
Check-in Time: 8:00am
Start Time: 9:30am
Route Length(s): Day 1: 70 km, Day 2: 55 km
Early Check-in Date: Saturday September 14th 2013
Early Check-in Time: 8:00am
Early Check-in Location: RONA: 1711 Springfield Road, Kelowna
Everything starts and finishes at RONA when doing it right to end MS! Join us as we sip, savour and cycle through out the Central Okanagan’s beautiful wine and farm country side. The Okanagan Grape Escape is a great bonding activity for family and friends and team building activity for you and your co-workers. Gather your team together and start planning your fundraising activities now so you can spend the weekend getting to know each other a bit better as you sip, savour and cycle to end MS!
Spend the first day riding to the wineries on the Upper Bench and in the Mission, enjoying fantastic lake views, fields of ripening grapes, and luscious apple orchards. We will treat you to a lovely lunch at a very picturesque location and provide hosts at each venue you visit along the way who will bring your purchases back to RONA for you to pick up at the end of the day.
After an amazing breakfast at RONA on Sunday you will ride west over Okanagan Lake to visit more of our world famous wineries. Taking roads and paths through some of our most stunning farm lands and vineyards. Don’t forget your camera to capture your view of the lake as you sip savour and cycle to end MS!
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RONA: 1711 Springfield Road, Kelowna
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10/24
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STAR OF THE LATE LATE SHOW
CRAIG FERGUSON
LIVE IN KELOWNA
Thursday, Oct 24 - Kelowna Community Theatre
Tickets on sale Friday!
Just For Laughs is thrilled to announce that Scottish comedian and festival favorite Craig Ferguson will be hitting select Canadian cities this fall with his witty and hilarious stand up performance aptly titled Craig Ferguson Live! Don’t miss the star of The Late Late Show when he performs in Kelowna at the Kelowna Community Theatre on Thursday, October 24 at 7PM & 9:30PM.
Born in Glasgow, Scotland, Ferguson got his start in the entertainment industry as a drummer for some of the worst punk bands in the UK. Too wimpy to be in punk rock, he started acting. He played Drew Carey’s boss, Nigel Wick, in The Drew Carey Show from 1996-2003.
Ferguson has also become a huge success on the North American comedy circuit. He performs all over the country and has sold out Carnegie Hall and Radio City Music Hall. Additionally, Craig has three widely acclaimed standup comedy specials: A Wee Bit o’ Revolution which premiered on Comedy Central and was released on Home Video in 2009, Does This Need To Be Said, which premiered on Epix in February 2011 and was released on Home Video in Fall 2011 and I’m Here To Help, which premiered on Netflix in March of 2013.
Currently the host of The Late Late Show With Craig Ferguson on CBS, actor-comedian-writer-director Ferguson, won his first Emmy nomination in 2006, as well as receiving the 2009 Peabody Award for Excellence in Broadcasting for his interview with Archbishop Desmond Tutu.
Tickets go on-sale Friday, June 14 at 10:00 AM at all Ticketmaster outlets, by phone at 1-855-985-5000 or online at www.ticketmaster.ca |
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7:30pm & 9:30pm,
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Kelowna Community Theatre
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