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Lots of good things happening at BMO Bank of Montreal these days. Sean Armstrong has been promoted to district vice-president, B.C. Central Interior North &Yukon. Sean formerly took over for long-time banker Don Marr who retired earlier this year. Bruce Olsen is replacing Sean as the mid-market commercial banking area manager for B.C. Relocating from Saskatoon is Maureen Vanin, the new personal banking area manager (Kelowna North Okanagan) and Lori Loewen who was previously with the Bank of Commerce in Kelowna is now the investment sales manager-Interior for BMO. The ugliest kitchen has been exposed. The judges have picked the winners of the “Ugly Kitchen Contest” sponsored by The Kitchen Triangle at #7-1905 Evergreen Court and Granite Solutions at Unit #1-3308 Appaloosa Road. The grand prize winner of the $10,000 kitchen package is Barb and Greg Brosnikoff of Winfield. Other prizes were won by Ruth and Jim Robertson, Debbie Craig, Gerard da Coudray, Mary Dwyer, Lisa Cain and Ann McMillan. After 30 years with the city, the past 18 as City manager, Ron Born is retiring. His first posting at the city was as city clerk. He’s got lots planned for the summer, including going on a mission trip to Mexico with his church, The Kelowna Gospel Fellowship with sixteen other volunteers, golfing, fly fishing and visiting his family around the province in their R.V. Ron’s retirement party is this weekend with Walter Gray officiating as M.C. Speaking of former mayor Walter Gray, a lot of people have been knocking on his door for various reasons. Keep tuned for a couple of announcements in the next while. Also, Walter and his Salmon Arm Cable company partners are attending a CRTC hearing on June 9th in Edmonton for application for a new FM Radio Station in Grande Prairie, Alberta. Also, in the hunt are Standard Radio and former Kelowna radio guy Paul Mann of Vista. Don’t worry; I got it from the horse’s mouth that Walter and Doreen are not moving to Grande Prairie. Stay tuned! Jodi Evans, former gardener of the Kelowna Golf and Country Club (she was the one responsible for all the beautiful flower beds) has moved on and is now working at Bylands Nursery as inventory co-coordinator. Jodi will also be working with the sales staff at the nursery. Warren Reese is the new tradesman gardener at the Kelowna Golf and Country Club. This is kind of neat. Warren and the club’s grounds superintendent Craig Lewis attended Horticultural School over 30 years ago together. Le Triskell Creperie at 467 Bernard Avenue, owned and operated by Manon and Franck Royant are celebrating their 5th anniversary in business. You must try this restaurant. It has a charming atmosphere and the food is excellent. Two Kelowna nurses recently received Awards of Excellence in health care and nursing from the College of Registered Nurses of B.C. The prestigious awards are giving for outstanding contributions to the profession and for demonstrating excellence in relation to professional standards for registered nurses and nurse practitioners. Congratulations to Denise Dunton (Award of Excellence in Nursing Administration) and Deborah Eggers (Award of Excellence in Nursing Practice). Joanne Konnert is the new chief operating officer Okanagan for Interior Health. She relocated from the lower mainland where she held the same position for the Fraser Health Authority. Joanne has tons of experience and will definitely be an asset for our area. Sunshine Theatre and the Rotary Centre for the Arts have entered into a management agreement that will bring the two organizations into a working partnership. The Rotary Centre will provide the administrative, management and marketing support that Sunshine needs and Sunshine will continue to provide live theatre programming for the Centre and people of Kelowna. David Mann is the artistic director of Sunshine Theatre Company. Their phone number is now 717-5304; David’s email is david@sunshinetheatre.org and Sunshine’s email is info@sunshinetheatre.org. Seasons tickets are now on sale and can now be purchased from the box office at the Rotary Centre for the Arts. The first performance of “Pith” is October 12. Theresa Arsenault, a partner at Pushor Mitchell Lawyers LLP and Nick Arkle, Chief Forester at Gorman Bros. Lumber have been elected as the new co-chairs of the Okanagan Partnership Society. They succeed Brad Bennett and Gordon Fitzpatrick. Linda Winnick of Picture Perfect was the winner of the Exceptional Service of the Sun Award for January and Shabbir Dhalia of the Royal Anne Hotel the February winner. The awards were just recently presented due to the winners being away. What’s a retired RCMP and head of security at Big White doing these days – why making hot sauce! “Habby Jacks” is a new hot sauce invented and produced by well-known guy around town, Don Urquhart. Habby Jacks does not give up flavour for “hot” and is sugar free, which is a plus for diabetics. There are three flavours of Habby Jacks. Blazn Summer (made with habanero hot peppers and mangos); two are made with habanero hot peppers and peaches (Warm Summer Night and Hot Summer Night), depending on how hot you want to purchase. It’s neat stuff. Habby Jacks is available at Cecil’s Perogies at 1011 Richter Street and Johnny’s Meat’s on Hollywood Road in Rutland. Call Don at 765-3311 This is the coolest kiosk. “Memory Lane” is located in Orchard Park in front of West 49 (in the shortest hallway in the mall). Owner Stephanie Burtenshaw carries a delightful line of nostalgic candy. I’m sure all of us baby boomers can remember pink popcorn; sugar daddies, necco wafers and that sugar filled cotton candy. She also has a good selection of big lollipops and even carries cinnamon toothpicks. Along with her candy, she also carries a full line of Italian charms. One thing, if you have a sweet tooth or you’re going by with kids, you’ll definitely have to stop and shop. Call 212-0246. Happy 65th anniversary James and Katherine Bazian (May 9). Had the pleasure of attending the ribbon cutting of the new cardiac Catheterization Lab that was officially opened last Friday at KGH by Health Minister George Abbott, Interior Health’s Alan Dolman and Cardiologist Dr. Richard Hooper. It boosts the very latest in leading edge technology, improving and modernizing health technology across the province and is a win-win for patients and doctors. Dr. Hooper, head of the KGH Cardiac Cath Lab states that the new equipment provides higher quality images and is a safer experience for patients and staff using the equipment because of the lower radiation doses. Well-known gal around town, Laurel D’Andrea, formerly of TELUS is starting a new venture. “Beyond 50 Magazine” will be a new resonating voice in the Central Okanagan. The magazine is inspired by the creativity and motivation of the “Plus 50” population. With 10,000 copies rolling hot off the presses this fall 2006, Beyond 50 promises a beneficial relationship with advertisers and residents. The complimentary magazine is a mix of articles written by local professionals, experts, parents, family and friends and even local children. From travel to health and entertainment, they will bring it all together. The focus of the magazine is to give the community a voice to share their ideas, stories and inspire others. It will be full of great information and informative ideas and suggestions. If you would like to submit a story or advertise call Laurel at 878-9194 or by email at beyond50@telus.net. There’s plenty happening at the airport and not only for travelers. Three Air Canada Jazz employees have reached milestones with the company. Cliff Kerr celebrated his 20 year service anniversary; Carole Denison her 15th anniversary and Allan Miller his 10th anniversary with the company. Did you know that Wireless Internet is now available at YLW with three public internet kiosks? Earlier this year, Gary Schnierer celebrated 15 years with the City. His 15 year career has seen him working for several departments, including four years as Airport Operations Specialist from 1997-2001. Treasures is a volunteer based, non-profit program with the goal to provide local high school graduates with formal attire to help make graduation a night to remember. Treasures began with a vision to assist grad’s who would not be able to attend their graduation festivities because of financial hardships. Graduates are referred to by school counselors, teachers, principals and social agencies. They rely solely on financial and product support from individual donors and corporate sponsors to fund the program. If you can provide a service such as hairstylist, seamstress, tailor, makeup artist or photographer, call Sue McKenzie at 717-6827 or Kelowna-treasures@hotmail.com. Corporate sponsorships or cash donations are also appreciated. It’s a great program. Two well-known financial guys are celebrating milestones in their industry. Paul Mulvihill, CFP, CLU, CHFC is celebrating 30 years in the industry and Ron Burden CFP, CLU with 25 years. Paul and Ron along with Jeff Klassen and Ralph Plant are four Clarica advisors acting as a partnership under the name of Mulvihill, Burden, Klassen & Plant. Jeff recently attained his Financial Management Advisor designation and Ralph attained his Certified Financial Planner designation. Their office is located at #200 -2141 Springfield Road. The Heart and Stroke Foundation will be moving their offices on June 15 from St. Paul Street to #4-1551 Sutherland Avenue, near the four way stop on Burtch and Sutherland. Diana Barker has been officially promoted to the area manage position. Call 860-6275. The Kelowna Museum has a new board for 2006/07. They are Jim Grant, president (Grant Thornton LLP Chartered Accountants); Bob Groves, vice-president (Lawyer) and Dale Knowlan, treasurer (Canada Lands). Directors are Vincent Bezeau, Jack Dangerfield, Susan Dulik, Ray Dziver, Garry Filafilo (MacKay LLP Chartered Accountants), Murray Glazier (Glazier Polley), Rob Peter, Edna Terbasket (Ki-Low-Na Friendship Society), Julia Trops, Brian Weddell, Tom Wolf and Carol Gran (Councilor). Congratulations to Tom Light of Ontrack Marketing who aced his first hole-in-one at Scandia – oops I meant The Harvest Golf Club on #4-170 yards. P.S. Tom – that was Terry Wardrop’s idea! This Saturday, May 13 from 10am-4pm is the 18th Annual M&M Meat Shops Charity BBQ Day in support of the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation of Canada. Last year they raised $1.55 million and this year’s fundraising goal is $1.75 million. For a minimum of $2 you get a hot dog or hamburger, a drink and a Humpty Dumpty or Frito Lay snack. What could be better than that? Join the local Mitzel family at any one of the M&M Meat Shops at Mission Park, Harvey Avenue or Westbank. I’ll be there. Congratulations to Natalie Pacheco (Packing House Pub) and Kevin Morrison of Duradek on the birth of their son Austin John Angus. The public is invited to attend an informal evening at the Rotary Centre for the Arts on Thursday, May 18 at 7pm for an update on recent Rotaplast activities and to hear about plans for 2006-2007 including the mission to Ethiopia in November of this year. Contact Alan Law at 717-0423 for more info. If you’re looking for someplace to go for breakfast or lunch this coming weekend for Mother’s Day, Mickie’s Pub is opening their pub and patio, with their beautiful flowers and hanging baskets at 9am on Saturday and Sunday only. Call 979-4548 Freedom’s Door is holding a fundraiser and information dinner on Thursday, May 18 at Willow Park Church at 439 Highway 33 W. at 5:30pm. Tickets are only $15, with advance tickets only. Call 717-0472 or freedomsdoor@shaw.ca for ticket info. The new summer hours of the Okanagan Military Museum located inside the Memorial Arena at 1324 Ellis street are Tuesday to Saturday, 10am to 4pm. Currently on display is “What’s With All these Symbols?” a study of military emblems. Kelowna Land & Orchard has opened for the season. Everything’s in full gear including orchard and Raven Ridge Cidery tours, petting zoo and the Farm Store is fully stocked. Lunch is served daily at The Ridge and is available for private functions. Call 763-1091. Here’s a neat little story. Last week I was in Phoenix visiting former Gallagher residents and good friends Barry and Linda Gibbs. Linda is a superb golfer and she signed us up for a ladies golf tournament at her course. Unfortunately she got very ill and could not play, but the gals in her club greeted me with open arms. I was teamed up with Paula Ferguson, another great golfer (I’m not that hot) and guess what? We won the tournament in our class. We even got cash (American) for our winnings. Go figure it eh! Thanks Linda. Quote of the week – You’ve achieved success in your field when you don’t know whether what you’re doing is work or play. 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