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This week's column is dedicated to George Spetifore. The Spetifore family was the real estate developers of Wildwood in the Mission, who we purchased our new town home from. We had the best building experience with the Spetifore's and will always remember their willingness to make sure things were just right. We were lucky to have found them. Our condolences go out to Patricia, sons Quinton, Bryan, Vernon, Kevin and Martin, his entire family and many friends.
TAC Mobility owned and operated by Mort and Susan Downey is celebrating 20 years in business in Kelowna. Their first store was opened 21 years ago in Calgary and the company has recently received two prestigious industry awards. The first, from Motorola, was to recognize top “Mike” sales in Canada. The second, from TELUS, recognizes Top Canadian Dealers in the annual awards program. This award was one of only 15 in all of Canada and also TAC’s seventh consecutive award. There are now 23 TAC Mobility dealerships in B.C. and Alberta, the newest location being Whistler. Call 861-8848
After 20 years with CHBC-TV, well-known news reporter Kent Molgat is taking a position with CTV as their new B.C. Interior Bureau Chief Correspondent. The new CTV office will be located on St. Paul Street and will be up and running in time to cover the opening of the new bridge.
Jeff Bennett of The Okanagan Golf Club has been named "2007 B.C. Golf Superintendent of the Year" by the B.C. Golf Superintendents Association. Jeff has been with Quail Ridge since inception and continued through the growth and expansion to what is now the Okanagan Golf Club. He is a low handicap golfer, a gritty hockey player and is now credited with being the best in B.C. at his job.
Former V.P. Interior Region of HSBC, Tim Lawler has left the bank after 24 years and has joined UBC Okanagan as the Director of Development, Faculty Initiatives. Barry Taitinger, relocating from Surrey, is the new AVP and Branch manager of HSBC on Bernard Avenue. Call Tim at 807-9248 tim.lawler@ubc.ca
The Second Cup, located in Spall Plaza has re-opened after two weeks of major renovations and now has a complete new look including a fireplace and leather chairs. The good news is that owner Shellie Zuccato has renewed her contract with Second Cup for another ten years. Drop in to their grand re-opening this Friday, May 9. Call 712-0444.
For the second year in a row, Kelowna Infiniti at 2570 Enterprise Way has been awarded “Infiniti Award of Excellence” for dealer of the year. The award encompasses overall customer satisfaction, customer service and market share. Cordelle Rich is the general manager and Ken Pattison the local dealer representative of Infiniti Kelowna. Call 712-0404
Tamrah Wotherspoon is the new manager of Eveline Charles Salon’s and Spa’s in Orchard Park. Tamrah was with Eveline Charles and was promoted within. Call 448-5666.
Congrat’s to Ken Campbell and Daryle Roberts who were commended by Mayor Shepherd at Council’s regular meeting Monday. Both received recognition for outstanding contributions to their community.
Petals and Leaves Garden Centre, formerly Rainbow Gardens on the corner of Oceola and Goldie (up from the new Tim Horton’s) in Lake Country is now open for business, with new owners Sandra and Mike Bjarnason. Mike managed a tree nursery for five years and nursery is a full blown garden centre, with all types of plants, trees, pots and gardening supplies. Rainbow Gardens was formerly also in the business of selling fresh farm produce and the Bjarnason’s will be keeping that aspect of the business alive. Call 766-4624
Mission Park Dairy Queen is a permanent fixture in the Mission. The restaurant has recently undergone a complete renovation, sporting a brand new fresh look. The Bernath family have owned and operated the business for over 30 years, in the same location. Ken and Marg have retired (although Ken was knee deep in the reno’s) and now the restaurant is being operated by co-managers, daughter Donna Greer and son Mark Bernath. The new premises are delightful, sporting new tiles on the floor and wall, new booths, dividers, counters and a soon to be new Q-line for enhanced service. On the main wall are some really neat pioneer pictures in black and white that they purchased through Dairy Queen of former Dairy Queens. Call 763-8120
Kudos' to Ted Trotzuk of McGregor & Thompson Hardware on getting a hole-in-one (his second) on Hole #9 at The Kelowna Golf and Country Club. He also finished with a life-time best front nine of 32 (4 under par). He ended up shooting 70, 2 under par. His first comment to me was that Terry Wardrop will certainly have a comment about this, but he’s willing to take the heat!
This is simple and their service is great. Okanagan Paper Shredding owned and operated by Paul Meredith and Stephanie Bulmer is a local, mobile on-site paper shredding company that services the Okanagan. Bonded and insured, they shred any kind of paper in any containers or bags and offer pickup on demand. They can also provide locking, large paper consoles to be used until a company can empty them at their convenience. In today’s business and personal market, you need to shred those unwanted documents in a worry free and easy way. Call 869-7568
Esthetician Tania Chartrand has joined The Woman’s Place Fitness Group and will be offering a full range of esthetic services to members and non-members. She will be on-site for day and evening appointments. Call 762-7255.
Congratulations to Luke Turri (Earl’s) and Summer LaRose (UBCO) on their marriage on May 10.
Ladies, did you know that the worst place to put your handbag is on the floor and that lately there has been a lot of media coverage on the disgusting things we are carrying around on the bottom of our purses. Makes sense, mine is always on the floor. But, where do you put them in a restaurant, hair salon or bar – usually on the floor? Michelle of Jammeez Pajamas in Spall Plaza has come up with a very cool, elegant and stylish solution. They now carry elegant purse hooks that help women keep their handbags, or any other bag off the floor or a counter. They come in a velvet pouch that you keep in your purse. When you’re out, just place your beautiful hook on a counter or table and hang your purse from it. It’s the neatest thing I’ve seen in a long time and a great little something for Mother’s Day, a birthday or just for you. If nothing else, it’s a great conversation piece! Call 448-5263
The Electric Garage Collector Car Auction is coming to Kelowna on May 23/24 at the Curling Club, 551 Recreation Avenue, one of several cities on their circuit. Hosted by “The Electric Garage Inc.” the auction is touted as the Barrett-Jackson of Canada, featuring Rod Burnett, a world champion auctioneer. The auto preview and bidder registration is Friday, May 23 at 5pm and the live auction is Saturday, May 24. Reserves are welcome and each live auction consists of over 100 collector cars with hundreds of bidders in attendance. Their recent event in Red Deer in March was attended by over 5,000 and close to $2M in classic car sales. The company also markets cars on-line to collectors all over the world through www.theelectricgarage.com. Mike McMichael is the company’s local representative. Call 253-8256; 212-0007; electric.garage@shaw.ca. I’m trying to talk Chris into auctioning off one of his British cars so we have more parking (ha!).
Hunger Awareness Day is Thursday, June 5. and the Kelowna Food Bank is presenting their Celebrity Adventure Auction on-line at www.celebrityadventureauction.com. I’m ecstatic to have been asked to host a 30 person cruise with appetizers with Executive Houseboat Charters. I have been on the boat many times with Captain JC Rathwell, Captain Dave Wilson and Barbara Gervais. Let me tell you, it’s first class and the service is impeccable. It’s like having your own big ship. I’m thinking that perhaps it would be a great idea for a corporate incentive program, a perfect place for a staff party, family reunion, birthday or just about anything; maybe a thank you to your staff for a great year. I’m ready to set sail, so put in your bid. You won’t be sorry winning this one. Any questions, call me at 979-4546 or the Food Bank at 763-7161.
Debra Pender’s Beyond Rapture Day Spa’s is opening their seventh location at Summerland Waterfront Resort with a grand opening celebration, tomorrow, May 8. Beyond Rapture has developed a comprehensive collection of specialty treatments and services, most notably it’s internationally renowned vinotherapy line. The theme of the new spa is New York, New York which will be reflected in both the dr and the service descriptions. Call 448-8899
LA Weight Loss is continuing their food drive to support the Kelowna Food Bank until May 10. Any new and existing clients are offered a 10% discount on any program or product by brining in a food donation. The program is great and the support goes on and on. Take advantage of both; helping the food bank and helping yourself. It works! Call 862-2606.
The Silver Lake Forest Education Society hosted their first annual fund raising dinner held at the Forestry Centre located north of Peachland. “Dine in the Pines” was a huge success and raised over $10,000. During the summer months the main focus is on summer camps for youth, the highlight of which is the Camp for Kids Program that sees less fortunate kids attend summer camp by having their registration paid for by sponsors. The program was started four years ago by the Rotary Club of the Okanagan Mission when six kids were sponsored. The club now sponsors 24. This year over 260 kids will be sponsored by various organizations. If anyone is interested in sponsoring contact Monika Miller at 717-0033 or silverlakemm@yahoo.com
Around Our Town…. The K.G.H. Auxiliaries Annual Blossom Time Fair is Wednesday, May 14 from 9am-2pm at Cottonwoods Extended Care on Ethel. There’s a strawberry tea, collectibles, pies, face painting, plants, baking, crafts, a BBQ, 50/50 Draws and Raffle Tickets. It’s always fun with Caring Clowns and Old Time Fiddlers.
What happens when politics interfere with the right to justice? The Okanagan Jewish Community is hosting “Lawyers Without Rights” a free public panel discussion on May 15 at The Grand at 7pm. The exhibit will be held at The Rotary Centre for the Arts from April 15-May 24. Call 717-5304
Also hosted by the OJC is their 11th Annual Golf Tournament on July 20 at Harvest Golf Club. It’s fun, fabulous and well worth the entrance fee. Try a new tournament. It’s always a sell out, so register soon. Call Anne at 860-6866
Women’s Night Out at the Evangel Church on Gordon Drive is Wednesday, May 14 at 6pm. Guest speaker is Joy Kutney with all proceeds going to the Kutney family. There’s a fashion show, music and silent auction for only $6. Tickets or donations call Irene at 764-8592 or Ruby at 763-2388. No door tickets.
Quote of the week – The crisis of today is the joke of tomorrow. (Submitted by Tracy Nyboe RE/MAX Kelowna)
Birthday of the week – Happy 80th Irene Dickson (May10); Lorina Dick (May 4); Happy 45th Laurie Anne Livingston, Save On Foods-Mission (May 11); Arnie Schneider, Schneider, Sample (May 13); Brenda Bell, Springfield Elementary (Today, May 7).
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) |
