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This week’s column is dedicated to Ralph Falkingham, A/COM RTD. RCMP who passed away April 13. Ralph was a person who, throughout his 35 years with the RCMP, was admired and respected by both his peers and the public. I will miss seeing him with all the guys at coffee. My heartfelt condolences go out to his wife, Lainey; son, Cst. Scott Falkingham, daughter Kelly Hampton, other family and his large circle of friends. After listening to Kelly at his funeral, I really feel “Ralph is now sitting on his own fence, feeling it was the right thing to do”.
They've done it again and its big news in the life insurance industry. Terry Wardrop, CLU, MGA and Mike Mervyn, marketing manager of I A Pacific Life have again been named #1 in Life Insurance for all of Canada for I A Pacific Life. Terry has been in Kelowna for over 20 years, with Mike joining him in 2005. If that wasn't enough, their associates, Jeff and Darlene Moffat of Moffat & Associates were again named #1 overall life agency producers in Canada. Both Terry and the Moffat’s have been #1 in their respective categories for I A Pacific Life for many consecutive years. There's no stopping them. Call 762-2421.
Planet Computer is a new computer store located on the Westside at Unit 109-3480 Carrington Road (behind Home Depot). The store, owned and operated by Kelowna boys Jason Vetter and Kelly Quist, offers a new and unique concept to the valley, which has been around in other provinces for many years. Their computer store sells factory "re-certified - not used" products. They buy factory direct products that may be overstocked, end of line or discontinued. All the benefits come with your purchase, including local servicing with A-Plus certified technicians, major name brands and no shipping costs. They also carry a large selection of accessories such as wireless mice, routers, hard-drives and anti-virus software. The store is open seven days a week and until 8pm on week nights for all you late shoppers. A win-win situation. Call 707-3940
IPS Industrial Distributors owned and operated by Brad White, who has been in the industry for over 26 years, is moving his shop that has been across from Jacobsen GMC for the past 17 years. The new location is #11-364 Lougheed Road. IPS is a distributor for Binks/Devilbis spray equipment, Becker-Acroma lacquers and stains, fibreglass materials and Endura coatings, which are mostly used for industrial applications. Call 765-6157
Diane’s Fine Jewellery & Gifts located at the Ramada Hotel is promoting a new exclusive new line of unique precious gem and Venetian blown glass fashion jewellery by Lisa Brown of Divine Expression. The jewellery is stunning, but simple and all are one- of-a-kind. Lisa was taught by award winning master goldsmith/silversmith John Derek. Drop in and take a look. Call 762-2210
Artic Spas, Pools & Billiards, owned and operated by Lowell Rempel and managed by Paul Gervais, located at 1949 Harvey Avenue has again, for the second time, won “Dealer of the Year” for all of Canada, competing against 75 other dealers in Canada. In business for eight years, the award is based on customer service, sales volume and service rating. They proudly listen to their customers, offering high quality products and great service. Call 861-5484
Tracey Fredrickson has joined Everest Recruitment as a business communications specialist. Owned by David and Moya Webb, the company specializes in placing senior level employees with Okanagan companies. They place individuals in key positions that have a significant effect on the company’s success, usually senior administration to top management positions. Tracey was formerly with the EDC for over five years. Call 762-9940
Golfoundry, formerly located on Springfield Road has moved to Eaglequest Driving Range at 3810 Casorso Road. Owned and operated by Bob Anderson and Darcy Laine, Golfoundry is known for their professional club fitting and the move combines professional club fitting with lessons and practice facilities at the Eaglequest grass tee range. The teaching staff at Eaglequest remains the same with the addition of one new instructor Ben Maroney from Australia. He joins Cindy Lewthwaite (general manager) and Derek Nicolson as full time instructors and even though Irv Taylor says he has retired, he still offers private lessons from the Eaglequest facility. It’s a natural fit! Call 763-6181 or 860-3850.
Ma Maison, Textile and Interior at 550 West Avenue is celebrating its second anniversary in business. Owned by antique restorator and upholsterer, Arlette Weygers, the shop is a retail studio, offering a beautiful collection of high-end fabrics and made-to-order upholstery services, a unique combination in our city. She specializes in curtains, screens, bedding and upholstery and carries the latest collections of fashionable wall-paper. Her work is stunning. Call 712-1077.
Oram Spelliscy Family Wealth Management (OSFWM) an independent financial services branch of Raymond James opened at 3001 Tutt Street. Grant Oram and Hal Spelliscy have been joined by assistants BettyAnn Salisbury and Debbie Cookson. They are a full service investment advisory office. Call 763-9300,
The Kelowna Snowmobile Club has a new 2008 executive. Congrat’s to Rick Given (president); Tom White (1st vice-president); Clayton Prince (2nd vice-president); Cheryl White (secretary) and Sherilyn Given (treasurer). On another note, Roger Frost, president of the B.C. Snowmobile Federation is also the project manager for McCulloch Lake Resort Ltd. They are building 27, high-end hybrid chalets in the first phase, emphasizing Go Green. The units have geothermal heating and cooling, a brac grey water recycling system, with the foreshore preserved for wildlife. They also plan to install an educational kiosk to raise awareness of water quality and to educate guests about the birds and animals in the surrounding area. Call 765-7664 or 470-8931.
If you haven’t been to The Yellow House at 526 Lawrence Avenue, or haven’t been there in a while, Tara Griffiths and Robert Ahlgren are offering updated summer lunch and dinner menus, along with other dining experiences. All the cuisine is prepared in-house by head Chef Jordan Fraser and on Monday nights, they feature a fixed price menu that offers a three course meal for only $25 and an a la carte brunch on Sundays. With the onset of summer, they will be showcasing live music Friday nights on their intimate, open-air patio. They still offer the popular five course wine tasting dinners, with six wines; the next being held on May 1 for $85. They are open seven days a week for both lunch and dinner. Call 763-5136 www.theyellowhouse.ca
Believe it or not, BBQ season is upon us. 78% of Canadians own a BBQ and 29% of all households use the BBQ each week. Canadians are becoming “seasonless barbequers” now grilling more than once per month from October to April. In saying this, there’s a super new seasoning product on the market by Club House (McCormick Canada) called “La Grille”. La Grille products have no artificial colours of flavours; have no MSG added: are Trans fat and gluten free and some also have no salt added. Flavours of the seasonings are Lemon & Herbs, Pork, Chipotle Mango, Vegetable, Sweet Chili & Peppers and Montreal Steak Spice. Did you know that Montreal Steak Spice is the #1 selling spice in Canada, out-selling black pepper in 2007? The company has also come out with two La Grille Marinades, Baja Citrus and Chipotle Pepper which flavour and tenderize. The seasonings are wonderful and are now available at all MarketPlace IGA’s. Dale McEwan is the local Key Account Executive, Grocery Division for Crombie Kennedy Nasmark Inc., who markets the La Grille line.
What a fun event for only $45. Doggytopia is presenting the “3rd Annual “Gala Auction” a Kelowna vs. Kamloops SPCA fundraiser on May 8th at the Coast Capri Hotel at 6pm. The live bachelor auction is at 7:30pm, but this year’s auction has a new twist – not all bachelors. 101-5 SILK FM’s hot morning duo will MC the event and it will consist of 6 bachelors, 6 bachelorettes and three couples. Guess who the three couples are? Maxine and Chris DeHart (golf with them at the Kelowna Golf & Country Club); Fire Chief Rene Blanliel and his wife (Balloon ride and mini golf 19 Greens); Mayor Sharon Shepherd and Dr. Mike Shepherd (dinner for four). It’s going to be fun and you never know, the DeHart’s might just add something else to their auction item. For more info or tickets call Brenda at 712-0899 or brenda@doggytopia.com or on-line at www.spcagalaauction.com
The Second Annual Women’s Fair is Sunday, April 27 at the Parkinson Rec Center. Doors open at 10am with goodie bags for the first 200 women. Tickets are $6 at the door, with $1 being donated to breast cancer research. There are speakers throughout the day, with over $4,000 in prizes. Sponsors are Summerhill Pyramid Winery and 101-5 SILK FM. Some exhibitors are Creative Memories, The Pleasure Zone, Jammeez Pajamas, 5th Avenue Collection, Weekenders, Arbonne International, RE/MAX, Laser Hair Center, Madison Avenue Handbags, Glass Nail Files and many more. For more info call 1-866-843-9663 or www.thewomensfair.com
Don’t forget to drop by and see us at The Evans Gallery at 571 Lawrence Avenue, this Saturday, April 26 from 1-4pm for Painting Day. Lots of artists, media and VIP’s will be painting unique wooden keepsake boxes for auction at a later date for the KGH Hospital Infant Care Nursery to purchase stethoscopes. Call Julie or Wayne at 861-4422.
More than 80 “special kids” - all Sunshine Dreams for Kids from the Valley had the opportunity to play at Scandia Golf & Games. For 11 years, with Scandia’s compliments, they have given a party each year where the kids can come and play games till their hearts content. Other sponsors who participated were Bunsmaster in Penticton, Ali K. Zam, Ace Plumbing & Airtec Heating and UPS Westbank. The kids, between the ages of 3 and 19, have severe physical challenges and/or life threatening illnesses. The B.C. Interior Chapter is a volunteer-based organization. The kids say “thank-you” to all involved.
The next SuperHost Fundamentals course is April 30 and May 1, 6-9:30pm at the Kelowna Chamber/Tourism office on Harvey. Cost is $75 plus GST. Call Diana Dors at 861-1515, ext. 207
Lots happening at Orchard Park. Rio Rain is opening as we speak. It features environmentally friendly unisex apparel and accessories and is located in the former Randy River location. BCBG Max Azria is opening in July and is the latest location with 290 stores throughout the world. It will showcase Max Azria's women's ready-to-wear and accessory collections and will be located in the former Mariposa and Sony Store locations. Mappins will also be opening in July, located in the former Arctic Spa location. "Watch It" opened in March, blending function and fashion with unique and innovative watches and sunglasses located in the former Accessorize location.
Quote of the week - The next best thing to solving a problem is finding some humor in it. (Submitted by Tracy Nyboe RE/MAX Kelowna)
Birthdays of the week – Happy 60th Myrna Telford (Apr.25); Happy 60th Ron Couves, Ronco Finishing (Apr. 28); Happy 50th Mary Krupa, Morningstar Enterprises (Today, Apr. 23); Lynn Kratzer (Apr. 26); Jack May (Today, Apr.23); Peter Dick (Apr.26); Phyllis Litz, Royal Bank and Con Litz, L & O Jewellers (Both on Apr.27); Regina Schleppe (Apr.23); Pearse Walsh, BC Safety Authority (Apr. 18); Happy belated 91st to Alex Hunt (Apr. 6).
Maxine DeHart is a Kelowna hotelier. Phone her at 979-4546, fax 860-3173, E-mail maxdehart@telus.net and web-site www.welcometokelowna.com (click on Business) |
