News - Max DeHart
I’m baaack! The Maxine DeHart – United Way, Ramada Hotel Drive-Thru Breakfast will be Thursday, September 30th from 6 a.m. – 9 a.m. at the Ramada Hotel, 2170 Harvey Avenue. With help from the City of Kelowna and the local RCMP we were able to secure using Enterprise Way as the entrance to the Ramada Hotel for the Drive-Thru and so, it’s a go again this year. In saying that, all the sponsors were extremely supportive and happy that they will be helping raise money for the United Way and our community and their support and enthusiasm was overwhelming. Along with all our existing sponsors, we are excited to have FORTISBC (Powersense), Mrs. Palmer’s Pantry and Coca-Cola come on board as new sponsors. Incidentally, it is United Way’s 60th Anniversary and we are expecting that all our breakfast bags will be sold out with a record amount of funds being raised. As an added bonus, anyone who donates $60 or more for a breakfast bag will receive a “Live United” T-shirt. If you would like to sponsor, provide a gift for the bags or a gift certificate please call me at 250-979-4546 or max@rpbhotels.com...
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This week’s column is dedicated to Agostino Masi who recently passed away. I met Agostino and Julie in 2004 when they started Agostino’s on Bernard. Julie and their son Lucca are continuing on with Agostino’s at Shannon Lake. Condolences to Julie, Lucca, his family and many friends....
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Encore Printing has new owners and a new name, but will remain in the same location at #1-1980 Bredin Road. The company is now “E Printing & Business Solutions” owned and operated by Ken Chung. Along with the quality printing of stationery, business cards, copying, binding, wide format printing, brochures, flyers, forms, cheques and any promotional materials, they are now offering website hosting and design, postal and shipping services, mail boxes and a host of business solutions. Call 250-869-0954 www.encoreprinting.com...
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This week’s column is dedicated to Ed Innes who passed away suddenly. I have known Ed for many years; working with him back in the 80’s at the Scotiabank Regional Office in Vancouver. My personal condolences to his family and many friends....
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Caramoomel Fine Foods, owned/operated by the mother and daughter team of Antonia and Catalina Dudka since 1990 are now selling their quality products to the public directly from their farm at 2105 Morrison Road. Inspired by family tradition and created with wholesome quality, they offer wine jellies, delectable sauces, fruit and veggie spreads, apple butters and side dish appetizer toppings. The company has been selling their products in many retail outlets around the world and will also be featured in the Bellagio Hotel in Vegas. Open 9-5 p.m. seven days a week. Call 250-765-0574 www.caramoomel.com...
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Sandrine Raffault-Martin and Pierre Jean Martin, former proprietors of La Boulangerie on Lakeshore Road have opened a new boutique pastry shop “Sandrine French Pastry & Chocolate” at 1865 Dilworth Drive (former Golf USA). They offer exquisite pastries of chocolatines, croissants, palmiers, lemon meringue, macaroons, mille feuilles, opera, quiche and many other items. In addition to their familiar favorites, they offer croissant sandwiches, freshly made fruit sorbet and a new variety of Artisan Chocolates. Sandrine’s family in France has been celebrated chocolatiers for three generations. Open Tuesday-Saturday. Call 250-860-1202...
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If you have never heard of “Threading” or know of it, but not sure where to find the service, makeup artist Sharlene Kjorven has opened “Shar Skincare and Rouge” at #101- 1353 Ellis Street. Threading is the technique of removing facial hair that is a cross between tweezing and waxing and is widely used in Middle East countries. Sharlene specializes is threading for anything neck up, along with eyelash and eyebrow tinting. She has been a makeup artist and instructor for 14 years, and also worked with Holt Renfrew for 10 years. The shop also offers exclusive makeup and skincare lines which are physician grade. She also offers makeup applications for special events, lessons, and bridal make ups along with education seminars; the next one in September about complexion. I had the experience of trying threading on my eyebrows. It’s fast and easy with great results. Call 778-478-9707 www.sharskincareandrouge.com...
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Opening on Canada Day, July 1, The Kelowna Fire Museum and Education Centre, located at 1630 Water Street (beside the historic Water Street Fire Hall) started off as an urgent need to preserve the firefighting memorabilia after the 2003 firestorm brought to then, Fire Chief Gerry Zimmermann’s attention how much “stuff” was clogging the local fire halls. Instead of tossing it out, museum executive director Brian Moore came up with an idea that the “junk” was a valuable part of local history; a museum where fire department memorabilia would be collected and made available to the community. Completely run by volunteers, the museum’s collection includes a fully restored 1928 Graham ladder truck (make sure to try out the hand siren when you see it) as well as several other vintage trucks, equipment and over 20,000 images. The education centre was named after firefighter Garry Drachenberg who tragically lost his life on July 22, 1966 and the Firehouse Kitchen Coffee Shop will be managed by the Kelowna Lioness Club (try the unique and healthy yogurt milkshake). The Kelowna Mission Lions Club will be hosting a BBQ outside the Fire Museum between 10 a.m. and noon on July 1st with hamburgers and hot dogs with proceeds going to the museum....
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After ten years at The Kelowna Yacht Club, well-known general manager Randy Prost is retiring. Knowing Randy, I'm sure we will be hearing from him again soon. The new general manager is Jim Kay, former general manager of Missionwood Retirement Resort. Jim has an extensive background in the hospitality industry having been employed with GolfBC who operate ten courses in B.C. Jim played an active role in the construction and opening of Arbutus Ridge Golf Course on Vancouver Island. The Yacht Club has started their Stage 1 construction relocating the break-water at the bottom of Queensway. Bob Smith is the 2010 Commodore. Call 250-762-3310 or jkay@kelownayachtclub.com...
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Neway Landscape & Irrigation is open at 3740 Casorso Road. Owned and operated by Glenn Chora, the company has been offering commercial and residential landscaping for the past eight years with Glenn being in the landscape industry for the past 20 years, Now, having a location in the heart of the Mission Neway has expanded to a nursery and landscape supply depot, which is open to the public, also offering a variety of landscape stone, gravel, sand, mulch, topsoil and compost materials. Call 250-470-9196 or neway@shaw.ca...
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Linda and Glen Woods of the Compassionate Friends of Kelowna are the recipients of the Spirit of Kelowna Award. Each year, the Brevity Memorial is visited by more people than any other site at the Kelowna Memorial Park Cemetery, providing a tribute to all of the children who have predeceased their parents and provides a beautiful location and much needed service for people to grieve the death of their children....
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On Friday, May 12 at 12:30 p.m. Glenmore Elementary School will be hosting a “Balding for Dollars” event where dozens of students and staff will be shaving their heads in support of the Oncology Department at BC Children’s Hospital. Cancer has hit the Glenmore community close to home as a teacher; student and a couple of parents are all fighting their individual battles against cancer. Go to www.baldingfordollars.com for more info, to sign up as a shavee or to donate....
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The “Iron Chef Okanagan Throw Down” was held at Cabana Bar and Grille. Chef Paul Cecconi of Local Lounge & Grille in Summerland with help from George Kulai and Chef Ned Bell of Cabana Bar and Grille with help from Aaron Ng went spatula to spatula in a heated battle with the secret ingredient being "Outlandish Angel Oysters from Quadra Island. I was one of five judges that evening and in the end, Chef Ned Bell was reigned "Iron Chef" for the third year in a row...
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The Kelowna Hospital Auxiliary along with Cottonwoods, Peachland, Rutland and Winfield Auxiliaries are hosting the Blossom Time Fair is May 12 at Cottonwoods Care Centre at 2255 Ethel Street from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. There will be baking, face painting, collectibles, books, a raffle, plants and garden accessories along with their famous Strawberry Tea....
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Emily King and her sister Jessie Mueller have embarked on a new business venture “Mudd Puddle Kids Consignment” with a little twist. They will be accepting and then selling on consignment, gently used children’s items for ages 0-6 years old. They will be accepting items on April 24 and May 15 (9 a.m.-1 p.m.) at the Evangel Church at 3261 Gordon Drive and their first two markets will be held at Evangel on May 8 and June 19 (10 a.m. – 3 p.m.). If you are looking for a great selection of like-new children’s items at affordable prices or would like to consign your gently used children’s items go to www.muddpuddlekids.com for consignment details or call 250-717-1818....
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If you are environmentally conscious and interested in reducing your carbon footprint, try Solar. The Okanagan receives over 2,200 hours of sunlight per year and is recognized as the third brightest city in Canada, so why not take advantage of a renewable resource that is abundant, clean and free. SunSmart Solar Systems, owned by Wayne Zawisza provides customized solar electric systems for residential, commercial and institutional customers. They also use “made in Canada” solar modules, inverters, racking and accessories. It’s easy to have a sun powered dwelling or business. Visit www.sunsmartsolar.ca and take a quick assessment to determine if Solar PV is for you or call 250-212-7282.......
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A Woodside Design Gallery at 1561 Pandosy Street is showing the artwork of Emmy Bouma, presenting her newest colourful work for the month of April. Studio space is coming available at the Rotary Centre for the Arts starting May 1. Visual artists and art organizations in the community interested in full-time studio space should apply by April 15. Visit www.rotarycentreforthecarts.com or call 250-717-5304....
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Mamma Rosa Restaurant is hosting their 8th Annual Fundraiser in memory of Giacomo Anfuso on Monday, April 26th raising money for KGH and the Canadian Liver Foundation and creating awareness on the importance of being an organ donor. The dinner is served “family style” with a silent auction and raffle. Any donations are greatly accepted. Tickets are only $50 purchased in advance with two seating’s that evening. Get your tickets early as this event is always a sell-out. In seven years, they have raised $115,150. Call 250-763-4114....
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The Kelowna Farmers Market opens outdoors starting Saturday, April 3rd at the corner of Springfield and Dilworth. They will be open every Wednesday and Saturday from 8 a.m. – 1 p.m., celebrating their 15th year selling healthy, farm fresh and local food to the community....
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Dr. Samantha Nutt, MD, MSc, CCFP, FRCPC, LLD, founder of the humanitarian organization, War Child Canada will receive an honorary doctorate from UBC during the UBC Okanagan convocation ceremonies on June 11. Nutt is a medical doctor specializing in maternal and child health in zones of armed conflict, family medicine, public health, refugee health and women’s health....
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Do you have a hot new invention or think you have the money-making chops to take on the savviest business tycoons in the country. The Dragons’ Den production team will be in Kelowna scouting for the next best thing for Season Six of the hit series on CBC-TV. The show gives aspiring entrepreneurs the opportunity to pitch their businesses to a panel of wealthy Canadian moguls for the chance to earn real cash and real investment from the Dragon’s own pockets. Auditions are taking place on Monday, March 15th from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. hosted by Okanagan College (Atrium of the Centre of Learning Building) on KLO Road. Apply on-line and then bring your completed application forms to the auditions. I had a chat with Justine Lewkowicz, associate producer and it’s going to be a fun day....
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The finalists of the "3rd Annual Grade 8 Rotary Essay Contest" were announced by the Okanagan Mission Rotary Club. Students were invited to write about how the Rotary "Four Way Test" related to them; Is it the truth? Is it fair to all? Will it build goodwill and better friendships? Will it be beneficial to all concerned? First place entrant, Logan Bakker (KLO Middle School) wrote about how dreams and goal setting relates to the tenet of "being beneficial to all". Pauline Schrott (KLO Middle School) placed second and third went to Brayden Johnstone, also of KLO Middle School. Two honourable mentions were received by Jennica Sedmak of Rutland Middle School and James Ryan of KLO Middle School. Kudos to the Okanagan Mission Rotary Club for their continued support of student writing and their generous financial awards....
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Vedanta Academy is celebrating its 10th Anniversary. Join them on February 27 at The Rotary Centre for Arts to celebrate the hard work and success they experienced over the last 10 years. It’s an evening of memories as well as celebration with a special performance by Kinshira Fire Troupe. Call 250-868-8816 www.vedantaacademy.com...
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Celia Browne-Clayton is the winner of a Spirit of Kelowna Award for her efforts to organize a rally to show that the people of Kelowna really do care about the homeless in our city following the beating of a man at Orchard Plaza last week....
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Marble Slab Creamery owned and operated by Kay Wells has relocated from Orchard Park Shopping Center to 31-27B Harvey Avenue (directly behind Arby’s on Harvey). All Marble Slab ice cream is made in-house and they also offer custom ice cream cakes. Call 250-801-6348 or better yet, stop in. The weather is certainly nice enough for ice cream....
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The "16th Annual Wendy's DreamLift Day" is Wednesday, January 27. All proceeds from the day's sales in the dining room and drive-thru as well as staff and management wages (all volunteered) will be earmarked for the next B.C. Interior DreamLift to Disneyland....
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The Kelowna Farmers Market has moved indoors for the winter at the Parkinson Rec Centre from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Saturdays starting January 23rd until March 27th. They offer a variety of root crops, honey, baking, ethnic foods, meat, apples and a whole lot more. The market opens outdoors on Saturday, April 3....
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ell-known artist, Julia Trops, who has been the sole occupant of Studio 113 in the Rotary Centre for the Arts for the past four years, has opened her space up to three artist friends. Angela Bonten is actively involved in the Arts Council of the Central Okanagan as the Director of the Artscape Program. Rebekah Wilkinson is an artist who holds a BFA from the University of Guelph and who does work in charcoal and acrylic and Trina Ganson is a printmaker who specializes in lift prints, and monoprints, intaglio and other forms of etching....
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Second-year Okanagan College Culinary Arts Apprentice, David Colombe has a new challenge – marketing his debut cookbook, “Colombe’s Cooking in Your Kitchen”. A fan of great cooking and local ingredients, David won the grand prize in the Florida Tomato Committee’s 20th Annual Best of the Best Recipe Contest for his creation, Fire Roasted Florida Tomato Gumbo Soup. He is taking classes toward his Red Seal certification while toiling at RauDZ Regional Table....
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A Very Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to all of you! Award winning chef, Rod Butters of RauDZ Regional Table on Water Street has launched his “rjb” line (Rod’s initials) of preserves and canning with the products to be sold exclusively through the restaurant....
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We’re back from Disneyland and all I have to say is “Wow” what an awesome experience and one that I was extremely honoured and excited to have been a part of. It was truly amazing to see first-hand the unbelievable logistics of planning such a huge undertaking to make 80 dreams come true....
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Just plug-in and go! Larry’s Cycle and Sports at #123-1511 Sutherland Avenue (a division of Kelowna & District Society for Community Living) now has the A2B Metro Electric Bike by Ultra Motor. Why go A2B? Arrive fresh, set your own pace, it’s exhilarating, practical, economical (10 cents per charge-30km per charge) and its eco-friendly (reducing the carbon foot print). Sells for about $2,800 retail. Call 250-762-4920....
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Share the joy at Good Earth Coffeehouse and Bakery at 102-2949 Pandosy Street. Owners Dale and Shelly Sapieha have launched a campaign for Habitat for Humanity Kelowna and will sell seasonable packages of fabulous fresh-baked gingerbread families for only $5.95, with $1 from each package going to the charity. Gingerbread Latte, Eggnog Latte and Red Americano Misto are available for a limited time. You can also enter a draw for the fabulous gingerbread house that is on display in the store. Call 250- 448-7768....
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Congratulations to RPB Hotels and Resorts, owners of the Ramada Hotel (Kelowna); Penticton Lakeside Hotel (Penticton); Best Western Vernon Lodge (Vernon) and Best Western Sands Hotel (Vancouver) on receiving the Thompson Okanagan Tourism Association (TOTA) "Tourism Industry Partnership Award"....
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Did you know that 17% more seniors are using the food bank? The Chatsworth Retirement Home at 1831 Parkview Crescent (Leckie Road) is accepting donations for the Food Bank targeting the nutritional needs of seniors. They are collecting high protein foods such as canned tuna, salmon, pork and beans and meals in a can, such as stews, chili, chunky soup, food supplements, Boost, Ensure and canned fruit and veggies. Drop off your donations and enter to win dinner for six in their private dining room....
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Congratulations to Humanitarian Award Recipients Lois and Cliff Serwa and to the United Way Award of Distinction winners, Glen and Ev Rae of Capri Insurance....
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Canada’s national wine magazine Wine Access selected Sandhill as “Winery of the Year” from among 157 wineries in Canada in the 9th Annual Canadian Wine Awards. Sandhill rose to the top winning the coveted award and a total of 21 medals, including White Wine of the Year for Sandhill Small Lots 2008 Viognier and Red Wine of the Year for Sandhill Small Lots 2007 Syrah. Sandhill’s master winemaker is Howard Soon. www.sandhillwines.ca...
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Friends of the Library were awarded the Spirit of Kelowna Award to acknowledge the major fundraising achieved each year by them with their annual Great Okanagan Book Sale. This non-profit organization also sponsors an endowment fund with the Central Okanagan Foundation....
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“Cosmo Tailoring and Alterations” at 1488 St. Paul Street, owned and operated for 30 years by Cosmo Scinicarello has been sold and Cosmo has retired. Olga Proiaeva is the new owner of the shop; a well trained dress making designer with four years European schooling and apprenticeship, starting at a young age. Olga formerly owned and operated an alteration business in Calgary for many years and specializes in the alterations of both men’s and women’s clothing, new formal women’s wear, wedding gowns and suede and leather clothing. Call 250-762-9137....
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Dr. Moira Drosdovech of Pawsitive Veterinary Care, a full service veterinary facility, has recently added laser therapy and animal talk to a growing list of holistic modalities that include chiropractic, homeopathy, herbal medicine, acupuncture, bowen therapy and raw diets, all of which complement each other as well as their philosophy of minimal vaccinations and minimal drugs. Laser therapy offers both pain relief and anti-inflammatory activity for a wide variety of conditions and animal talk sessions balance the general body/mind energy of your companions, addressing physical, emotional and behavioral concerns. Call 250-862-2727....
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Thanks a million Kelowna! You did it again. In just three hours we raised over $40,000 at the 12th Annual Maxine DeHart, Ramada Hotel – United Way Drive Thru-Breakfast. Personal thanks to all the sponsors, RCMP, City of Kelowna, volunteers, media, road maintenance crew and by-law officers who participated in the event to make it a success. Also, thanks to everyone who helped in the bagging the evening before. The tremendous amount of support, from you the community, in these uncertain times, is nothing less than overwhelming. Thanks to all Ramada staff including general manager Stan Martindale, conference manager Sergio Cunial, maintenance manager Doug Mills and banquet manager Cindy Atkinson. I love you all!...
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Don’t forget everyone, tomorrow morning; Thursday, October 1st from 6-9 a.m. is the final year of the Maxine DeHart, United Way – Ramada Hotel Drive-thru Breakfast. Watch for both Andy and TJ of 101-5 SILK-FM and Tarzan Dan and Susan Knight of 99.99 SUN FM live on Enterprise Way and at the Ramada. Remember to enter the Ramada on Enterprise Way and Exit onto Highway 97. The RCMP, traffic officers and volunteers will be there to guide you....
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Things are just rolling along for the Maxine DeHart – United Way, Ramada Hotel Drive-Thru Breakfast on Thursday, October 1. Tim Hortons will be serving their delicious coffee and there will also be “Timbits” in every bag. There are tons of other goodies in the famous I.A. Pacific blue bags, including Sun-Rype juice, Island Farms yogurt, Kellogg’s cereal and Kozy Shack puddings, just to name a few....
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In order to continue to provide improved product offerings and enhanced pharmacy services in a newly refined setting, "Dyck's Pharmacists" doing business since 1955 has joined "Remedy's Rx" a new and exciting Canadian owned and operated independent pharmacy program. Formerly, Dyck's Medicine Centres, the new name will be "Dyck's Pharmacists - Remedy's Rx"....
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The Maxine DeHart Ramada Hotel United Way Drive-Thru Breakfast is fast approaching in about three weeks. We will be filling and distributing over 1,400 of the famous blue bags sponsored by Terry Wardrop and I. A. Pacific Life. This year, we are featuring something new. The Evans Gallery is generously supporting this final Drive-Thru Breakfast by providing a beautiful limited edition Artist's Proof by Robert Bateman entitled "Great Blue Heron in Flight" to be auctioned by way of a silent auction....
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A first for Kelowna. "Soul de Cuba Cafe" is a quaint new restaurant at 101-1180 Sunset Drive (close to Bouchons). Owned and operated by Cesar Hernandez, a very pleasant young man, whose homeland is Cuba, the restaurant serves authentic Cuban food....
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Hambleton Galleries are hosting “The Art work of Leonard Cohen” from August 6-23. Cohen is a multi-faceted artist, publishing twelve books, including two novels, poems and songs and creating seventeen albums. His work is known and loved throughout the world. They are bringing the artworks to the Okanagan in cooperation with the Linda Lando Gallery in Vancouver....
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Paul Dournovo of Apple Valley Massage has been awarded this week's Spirit of Kelowna Award for organizing the BBQ at Dilworth Safeway to raise funds for 5 year old Tianna Jack's medical expenses to deal with her serious respiratory issues. The funds will assist the Jack family obtain the costly medical procedures that Tianna requires....
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"Urban Essence" an eco friendly shop owned and operated by young entrepreneur Monica Jones has opened at #4 - 3045 Tutt Street Square. She offers two services: one being eco-friendly women's fashions made of natural fibers of organic cotton, bamboo, soy and hemp; the second being a Botanical Day Spa Service. The clothing line is from Salt Spring Island and Nelson. Call 250-870-4218 or aboutsally@hotmail.com...
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Mamma Rosa Restaurant is celebrating their 25th Anniversary. Owned and operated by the Anfuso family, the restaurant was originally located on Harvey Avenue in Northgate Plaza. Now located at 561 Lawrence Avenue for the past 16 years, James, Railene and Rosa Anfuso operate the popular Italian restaurant. Father, Giacomo passed away in 2002 and each year, the family celebrates Giacomo’s Day by hosting a fund raiser with all proceeds donated to KGH and The Canadian Liver Association in his memory. To-date, they have raised $115,000....
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