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The week of January 16, 2026
BY-ELECTION The date for the upcoming election will be March 14 P.4
WORD SEARCH Teresa Harris Triggiano finally finds the perfect word P.8
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PEACHLAND PRODUCTION
LIGHTS! CAMERA! ACTION!
Palm trees are about to sprout on Beach Avenue
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By Keith Fielding
f you are filming in a home in Peachland, and it’s important to make it seem that you are filming in a home in Miami, some appropriate foliage is a must.
Photo: Keith Fielding
Ted and Donna Cave’s home on Beach Avenue will be transformed next week while a crew of roughly 40-50 people begin the production of a new movie being filmed on the premises.
And that’s why, for a few days next week, Ted and Donna Cave’s art deco style house on Beach Avenue will be suitably “dressed” while a film crew takes over the premises. “I was involved in the past rental of the United Church to
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two film companies and everything went well,” said Donna. “So, when we were approached, we thought about it and decided it might be fun!” “They’re going to put us up in a hotel for 3 days while the filming goes on,” explained
Ted, “and they have promised to put everything back exactly the way they found it.” “Will you two have a cameo appearance in the movie?” I wondered. “No, that’s not part of SEE PRODUCTION PAGE 7
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IN CASE YOU MISSED IT
Celebration of Life - Councillor Thom ~ JANUARY 24 • 1:00 PM ~ Mayor Van Minsel has announced that a Celebration of Life event for the late Councillor Thom, will be held at 1.00 pm on January 24 at the Community Centre and is open to the public.
Pop Up Recycling Events
$20 Saving on Dog Licenses
A recycling pop-up event will be available for Peachland residents at the community centre parking lot from 10.00 a.m. to 2 p.m on March 14 and April 11, those dated being the second Saturday of the month.
RDCO is reminding dog owners that if they purchase their dog license before February 28 they can save $20 on the fee. After that date license fees return to their regular rate of $40 for a dog that is spayed or neutered and $80 for a dog that is not.
RECYCLING
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THE CORPORATION OF THE DISTRICT OF PEACHLAND 2026 LOCAL BY-ELECTION NOTICE OF NOMINATION
PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given to the electors of the District of Peachland that nominations will be accepted for the following office, to be elected for the remainder of the four (4) year term ending in October 2026: COUNCILLOR – ONE (1) Nominations for the office of Councillor will be received by the Chief Election Officer or a designated person, as follows: By hand, mail or other delivery service: DISTRICT OF PEACHLAND 5806 BEACH AVENUE PEACHLAND, BC V0H 1X7 By fax to: 250-767-343 By email to: elections@peachland.ca
From: 9:00 AM JANUARY 27, 2026 To: 4:00 PM FEBRUARY 6, 2026 (Excluding statutory holidays and weekends) Originals of faxed or emailed nomination documents must be received by the Chief Election Officer by 4:00 PM on FEBRUARY 13, 2026.
Nomination documents are available at the District of Peachland Municipal Office during regular office hours (Monday to Friday 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM) beginning January 7, 2026 to the close of the nomination period being 4:00 PM February 6, 2026. Interested persons can also obtain information on the requirements and procedures for making nominations at the District of Peachland Website www.peachland.ca/government/elections NOMINATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED AFTER 4:00 PM, FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 6, 2026 QUALIFICATIONS FOR LOCAL GOVERNMENT OFFICE A person is qualified to be nominated, elected, and to hold office as a member of local government if they meet the following criteria: • Canadian citizen; • 18 years of age or older on general voting day March 14, 2026; • Resident of British Columbia for at least 6 months immediately before the day nomination papers are filed; and • Not disqualified under the Local Government Act or any other enactment from voting in an election in British Columbia or being nominated for, being elected to or holding the office, or be otherwise disqualified by law. CAMPAIGN PERIOD EXPENSE LIMITS In accordance with the Local Elections Campaign Financing Act, the following expense limits for candidates during the campaign period apply: Councillor
$5,398.92 THIRD PARTY ADVERTISING LIMITS
In accordance with the Local Elections Campaign Financing Act, for the 2026 local by-election, the following third-party advertising limits apply: Directed Advertising Limit – $809.84 Cumulative Third-Party Advertising Limit - $161,967.47 For further information on campaign period expense limits and third-party advertising limits, please contact Elections BC: Toll-free phone: 1-800-661-8683 / Email: electionsbc@elections.bc.ca / Website: www.elections.bc.ca For further information on the nomination process, please contact: Jennifer Sawatzky, Chief Election Officer: 250-767-3704 Karen Babin, Deputy Chief Election Officer: 250-767-3708
POP-UP
The District is reminding resident to park off the street for up to Residents will have a chance 48 hours after a snowfall ends to to enter a draw to win a $50 gift help plows clear snow from resiFor one day only, free of charge card from a Peachland business dential areas. POP-UPS you can drop off your: 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Glass bottles and jars at every recyclingStyrofoam pop-up they Failure to move vehicles from packaging (white or coloured) Flexible plastic packaging (soft plastic attend. the road right of way may result in Mar 8 Jul 12 bags, wrappers and bubble wrap) Apr 12 Aug 9 damage to vehicles as the plow Electronics (batteries, lightbulbs and May 10 Sep 13 fixtures) Jun 14 Oct 11 passes and, in cases where plows *Household / residential recycling only Staff will be on hand to cannot safely pass, ticketing and answer all your questions …is delivered free of charge to every towing of the vehicle. on recycling how to’s. 2nd Saturday of each month
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The setting of the sun lights up the sky above the lakeshore.
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January 16, 2026 • Page 3
ENGLAND ADVENTURES (PART FOUR)
More exploring in the “Old Country”
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By Eric Hall
e arived in London and then spent two weeks in Ely, Cambridgeshire. When we left Ely, we headed north to our next destination, a village near Newark in Nottinghamshire. The cottage that we rented has great views of the surrounding countyside. North Nottinghamshire is an area that has a history of coal mining but the mines have all closed now. Slag heaps have become rolling hills of grass; the scenery has been transformed. Fifty years ago, most of the electricity in England was generated from coal-fired power stations. UK power generation now uses wind, solar, nuclear and natural gas. The UK’s last coal-fired power plant in Ratcliffe-on-Soar closed down in 2024. However, wind and solar power output varies and the UK has serious concerns about its national power grid. The village where my brother lives is typical of many small English villages and is surrounded by green fields and woodlands. The village is not growing as the Greenbelt land (ALR) in England is defended vigorously. But urban
Photo: Eric Hall
sprawl is occurring in most of the big cities. His village has a small grocery store, the village church and two public houses. You can have a glass of beer and walk home from the pub and that’s perhaps the best way to get home. There are National Trust properties in the area and the first one we visited was Clumber Park. The park is over 3,000 acres including woods, open heath and rolling farmland. It contains the longest double avenue of lime trees in Europe; they were planted in 1840. The main house was demolished in 1938 after damage by several fires. The impressive church still remains near the lake and there are beautiful gardens. Clumber Park is one of the National Trust’s most visited properties with over 300,000 visitors annually. As with their other properties, there is a good restaurant, a garden shop and used book store. Not all of the old English country homes are owned by the National Trust. The next one we visited was Newstead Abbey, which is owned and operated by Nottingham City Council. It was the ancestral home of 6th Lord Byron, the famous English poet. When Lord Byron in-
Newstead Abbey, the ancestral home of the English poet, Lord Byron.
herited the estate, the house had many problems and later in life, he was forced to sell it. The abbey was built as a priory and was converted to a domestic home following the Dissolution of the Monasteries in 1539. Newstead Abbey has beautiful gardens and park land but the house itself needs more repairs. Nottingham Council has applied to get grant money from the National Lottery Heritage Fund for remedial works expected to last until 2028. A significant portion of the profits from the UK National Lottery is set aside for heritage building projects. Our next day out was quite a different experience. On Sundays, England has a variety of very popular flea markets called “car boot sales,” These are markets where people sell household and garden goods; they are often run in farmer’s fields. The term “car boot sale” refers to the selling of items
Photo: Eric Hall
Clumber Park, home of the longest double avenue of lime trees in Europe.
from a car’s trunk (in England the boot). Most of the goods on sale are used personal possessions but there are some professional sales as well. They take the place of garage sales, which are not common in England. We visited the Calverton car boot sale which was huge and amazingly busy. Getting into the parking area was much easier than getting out and yes, we did buy a few treasures. ••
FULKS ROAD Road name of the week
This cul-de-sac that runs off Gerrie Road is named after the Fulks family who were mainstays of the community for almost 40 years. Leonard (Len) Fulks, a World War I veteran, his wife Florence, and their four children came to Peachland in 1929 from Edmonton. Like many newcomers to Peachland at that time, the Fulks family became orchardists and farmers. However, in 1944 they sold their acreage to their daughter Joan and her husband Verne Cousins. In the spring of 1945 they purchased the building at 5854 Beach Avenue and opened Fulks
General Store (now Sunnyside Market). A year later, their son Ken, joined them in running the store. Later, Ken bought the store from his parents and ran it until 1968. Both Len and Florence Fulks played significant roles in the community. Len was an active member of the Legion; he served on Council for four years; and was a warden in St. Margaret’s Church. Florence served as president of the Legion Auxiliary and of the Women’s Institute and, like Len, was an active member of the Anglican Church.
Extracted from The Road Names of Peachland: The Origins of Their Names 2nd Edition With permission kindly granted by Peachland author, Don Wigfield
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COUNCIL NEWS
Council by-election will take place March 14
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n the absence of Provincial approval for Peachland to forego having a by-election to fill the seat previously held by Councillor Thom, the District is proceeding on the assumption that a waiver will not be forthcoming and has issued a “Notice of Nomination”. The “Notice of Nomination” alerts the public of the coming election and provides key information for potential candidates. Official sites for information about the by-election can be found at Elections BC www.elections. bc.ca and at and the District of Peachland www.peachland. ca/government/elections. To be eligible for election a candidate must be: • A Canadian citizen; • 18 years of age or old-
er on general voting day • Resident of British Columbia for at least 6 months immediately before the day nomination papers are filed; and • Not disqualified under the Local Government Act or any other enactment from voting in an election in British Columbia or being nominated for, being elected to or holding the office, or be otherwise disqualified by law. In order to run, you will need to pick up nomination documents from the District offices. You can do that Monday to Friday 9.00 am to 4.00 pm beginning January 27th through to February 6th. Candidates need to be nominated by two people eligible to vote in the election. The nomination documents require identifying
information about the nominators and the candidate and require the candidate to confirm their willingness to abide by campaign finance limits, to appoint a Financial Agent (themselves unless they appoint someone else) and make a solemn declaration about the truth of information provided. That declaration can be done before the Chief Elections Officer, Jennifer Sawatsky, when submitting the documents.
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NO HISTORY? KNOW HISTORY by RICHARD SMITH The evolution of the Edgewater Inn
Richard Smith photo contributed
The name of the downtown Edgewater comes full circle.
The Edgewater Hotel started its life as the Lakeview Hotel above the Cutbill Feed store on the CPR wharf and then moved to become the Edgewater Inn, J. M. Robinson’s home.
It was changed to the Totem Inn in the 1950s when Pete Spackman bought it and carved a totem pole from a pine tree growing in the front yard beside the street. Today, once again, it’s the Edgewater.
Photo: Martha McKenzie
A sunny waterfront walk on a windy day in January.
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January 16, 2026 • Page 5
LETTERS Editorial scores points with reader
Dear Editor, Well done on your editorial rant last week about Donald Trump. We cannot ignore the elephant in the room although it would be delightful if it would just disappear! Susan Haglund, Peachland
Do the right thing
Dear Editor, Dog owners and/or their dog walkers need to be reminded to please pick up their dog’s poo and not to toss into the side of the road or into trees. Please, take bagged dog poo home and put it in a garbage can. Thank you. Arlene Miller, Peachland
DRIS ADVANCEMENT
Final recommendations for downtown revitalization to be brought forward
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espite last Tuesday’s council meeting having been cancelled due to a lack of topics to discuss, the Downtown Revitalization Implementation Strategy (DRIS) process is advancing towards a conclusion. At a Committee of the Whole meeting on Tuesday morning , council approved a recommendation to direct staff to bring forward a final Downtown Revitalization Implementation Strategy (DRIS) report this Spring. Supporting that recommendation was a “For Information” report and presentation by Urban Systems that included summaries of the key stages in the DRIS process, a review of the main courses of action under consideration, and highlights of the provisions likely to be included in the OCP, zoning
bylaw, and design guidelines. The report also included summaries of feedback received at consultation points with the public, council and the DRIS task force. Public input was sought at the community BBQ, via a survey, and at two pop up events but yielded only 255 survey responses, meaning that staff will be challenged to develop a final set of recommendations they can be confident truly reflects public opinion. And even if that small sample proves to be representative, many problems remain. The 2010 Sustainable Downtown Plan developed from the “charette” process led by professor Condon from UBC’s Design Centre for Sustainability, outlined a vision for downtown
POLICY MATTERS Keith Fielding
Peachland that drew widespread public support. Its downfall was insufficient developer profit. Whether in light of the COTW discussion staff have received sufficient information and direction to “thread the needle” in a report that will balance all interests remains to be seen but it will be no easy task. What does seem clear is
that for now, there is no further opportunity for public input, although a public hearing will be required prior to adoption of the necessary, OCP amendments and zoning bylaw changes. And that is why when the time comes for the public hearings, the public must be fully informed about what is being proposed for their downtown (with illustrations galore, not just words) as well as about any proposed taxpayer funded incentives for developers. Robust public engagement is central to a successful DRIS outcome. Keith Fielding is President of the Peachland Community Newspaper Society and editor of Peachland Post. He is also a former Peachland mayor and councillor.
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OBWB
Okanagan Basin Water Board: The 2025 report
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ur Mayor, or designate, attends the meetings of the Okanagan Basin Water Board (OBWB). Formed in 1970, their mandate is to protect and enhance water resources in the Okanagan Basin. That’s a watershed stretching down to the USA, nearly 200 km and covering 8000 km2. 2025 saw Melissa Tesche coming on as Executive Director, with new Directors and employees joining the team. 2025 was a productive OBWB year. They began an updated Drought Bulletin series for ongoing information. In October, we were ominously at Drought Level 4. The September heatwave left stream flows dangerously low. In December we were in Level 2. The problem with drought is that it leaves the ground compact-
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ed and makes it difficult for water to trickle down, which can lead to runoff flooding. Aquifers are drawn down. It will take consistent wetness to recharge the moisture on the land. Our forests suffer. In November, The OBWB, along with the Okanagan Nation Alliance (ONA), held an Invasive Mussel Working Group. The aim was to “develop clear, actionable recommendations for mandatory watercraft inspections In collaboration with the Syilx Nation, this effort honoured the Syilx Nation’s ssqw?a Water Declaration and sqw?a Water Strategy, grounding invasive species prevention in shared responsibility for the health of sqw?a and the ecosystems it sustains.”
The “Don’t Move a Mussel” and “Clean, Drain and Dry” campaigns were successfully promoted on billboards, radio, social media, local media, YouTube, and Global TV. Mussels reproduce rapidly, as a single mussel can produce up to a million eggs per year. They clog water intake pipes, boat motors, and hydro systems. Dense mussel colonies smother native species and disrupt food webs. Their shells are sharp and dangerous for beaches. Once established in a lake, getting rid of them is nearly impossible. Overuse of water is a constant threat in the Okanagan Valley. “Make Water Work, Plant FireSmart™,” was launched in 2025. Ideas for conservation and promotion of xeriscaping for water wise planting were part of that program. The OBWB collaborated with ONA, Foresight Canada, and regional partners to launch the Environmental Flow Shiny App. It provides real-time information to governments about stream water levels to help balance human water use with critical ecosystem health needs.
“ONA fishery professionals and other water decision-makers can now access up-to-the-minute information, updated every 15 minutes, to assess stream health and ensure conditions are suitable for fish populations, including the historic return of sockeye salmon to Okanagan Lake after more than seven decades.” The annual Water Conservation and Quality Improvement Grant program offers $350,000. It prioritizes innovation in water security for the 2026 intake. One concern of mine is that OBWB does not address the threat to our watersheds by overharvesting of the forest cover. Trees hold water, soil, and carbon. They breathe out water vapour. The fires of 2025 left a legacy of threats to Peachland and Greata Creeks and the quality of water entering our water treatment plant. It is time to be personally vigilant about our water. Judy Wyper is involved with the Peachland Watershed Protection Alliance, Seniors For Change, First Things First, and the South Okanagan Chapter of the Council of Canadians.
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January 16, 2026 • Page 7
PEACHLAND PRODUCTION
Benefits from local filming PRODUCTION FROM PAGE 1
the deal,” laughed Ted, “and it’s quite possible that when we get to see the movie our house will be on screen for less than a minute with scenes shot in the dead of night!” I spoke with Cole Pollack, Location Manager for CMW Productions, to find out a bit more about the production and the challenges involved in putting it all together. “We aren’t releasing the name of the movie just yet, as that could change,” he told me. “However, it’s a murder mystery, with some of the action in Miami and most of it in Alaska.” I asked when and where we will be able to see the film. “Likely you will see it this year but where you see it has yet to be determined,” he explained. “CMW productions is associated with major networks that serve channels such as Lifetime, Hallmark and Amazon Prime, so depending on where it is sold, it could be any of those.” “What about the actors,” I asked, “are they people we might know?” “Sorry,” said Cole, “that too is being kept to ourselves for now, but I can tell you about the Director.” He went on to share with me that the Director is Greg Beeman. “He’s been directing and producing films since the 80s,” explained Cole. “The list includes feature films, TV movies, and hundreds of episodes of TV series including Jag, Melrose Place and Batwoman.” Although the last named is the only one to ring a bell with me, the Director clearly has a great resume and will no doubt show off Peachland to full advantage. “Why choose Peachland for the shoot?” I asked Cole. “It’s perfect,” he told me. “The range of housing styles here provides authentic looking settings for all of the film’s locations whether
they are in Florida or Alaska.” I asked about crew size. “At different times there will be about 40-45 people at work in Ted and Donna’s home,” he told me. “And when we are finished they will never know we were there.” Let’s hope so, I thought, but why so many? Cole explained. “Our crew includes camera operators, equipment technicians, lighting experts, electricians, drivers, equipment operators, hair dressers, make up artists, carpenters, trainees, and other helpers. We need all of them.” “How do you manage to keep a crew of that size ready and available for when you want to film?” I asked. “There’s enough business that we can keep them together pretty much the whole time,” he told me. “We can complete what we have to do for a film in one month and then move on to another the next month and do that all year round.” “How has it been working with the District?” I asked. “We have a good relationship,” he told me, “and like most municipalities they recognize the importance of the film industry to the Okanagan economy and want to help.” “For example,” he explained, “in Peachland our crew will be living here for four days and will be spending money on food and supplies and at cafes and restaurants. Also, we have to pay for parking, site rentals, and property rentals. And we like to show our gratitude, so we usually purchase local gift cards, like those offered at the Gasthaus, and make them available to thank people for their help.” “When will the filming take place?” I asked. “We will be here for 4 days starting January 19 and leaving January 22.” Asked whether he had any
Photo: Keith Fielding
Due to its range of housing styles, Peachland is an excellent location for movie productions.
messages for our readers, Cole said that he appreciated that their presence in town can be annoying. “Understandably, people don’t like to discover that their favourite parking spot has been taken up or that service is slower because of more people in a restaurant. We try hard to be as helpful as possible and ask people to think about the broader economic benefits. We are always ready to hear about people’s concerns and try hard to address them.” I gathered from our discussion that the Okanagan is one of the most desirable film making destinations in Canada. From various internet sources I discovered that the film industry has experienced rapid growth in our region with the economic benefits in the Okanagan being valued at over $91.3 million in 2024 alone. Industry advocates say that when films are made in the area,
they bring in money from outside the region which is spent locally on a wide range of goods and services such as on the hiring of local crews and talent, renting equipment and production offices, and by using local hotels, rental cars, and catering services. There is also the benefit that the movies themselves serve as a “soft-sell” for tourism, showcasing the Okanagan as a desirable destination. Industry growth has attracted new talent and crews to relocate to the region and has spawned supporting services such as training opportunities for those wishing to join the industry and the provision of studio space. So, we’re not Hollywood of the north quite yet, but given the number of incentives and tax credits being offered provincially and federally it may not be long before we are.••
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YEARLY REFLECTIONS
Searching for just the right word
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very January since 1991, I do the exact same thing. I sit quietly in a favourite place devoid of distraction, and ask myself: What word best represents my intention for this upcoming year? What do I hope to remember over the next twelve months? I then write down my chosen word along with a few thoughts, to serve as a reminder while facing whatever the new year ushers my way.
HOMETOWN HEART
Teresa Harris Triggiano I have documented these thoughts into a journal, imagining that one day when I was very “old” (which hilariously in 1991, I thought of as the age I am now) I would look back on them with wonder. With the exception of thinking one in their fifties is old, I wasn’t wrong. It’s an interesting read looking over my 35 years of entries and their jotted down explanations spanning decades between my twenties into my fifties. Take for instance, my choice in
Photo (and painting): Teresa Harris Triggiano
Humanity is the elusive word for 2026 that finally emerged.
1991 of the word “fearless.” At the time, I remember clearly the lofty intention of wanting to be without fear. It was such an ardent desire -- that to my parent’s great chagrin -- I attempted to have the word “fearless” tattooed on my lower back in mandarin. When I looked for the
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word “fearless” in a mandarin dictionary however, I could only find the word “courageous”. Now, I prefer and appreciate the wisdom in the difference -given courage in the face of fear is something I dearly value. Or take for example, my choice in 2022 of the Finnish word, “sisu”
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(meaning grit, resilience and determination) for the year we packed up and trailed a twenty foot trailer across the country. For some reason pinning down a word for 2026 has challenged me. I sat and contemplated to no avail. The right word still eluded me. Granted, I’ve been preoccupied with how much fear, turmoil and division we are seeing globally and within our own country while simultaneously taking note of how much beauty in selfless service I have witnessed within Peachland. Meeting both the volunteers at our Peachland Food Bank and the Wellness Center are perfect examples. It was while contemplating both these opposing truths, one hard and one beautiful, that the right word arose… “humanity.” “Humanity” is the reminder I wish to keep close while facing whatever this new year brings. It’s defined in the Oxford dictionary as: “the human race; human beings collectively.” But for me, it speaks as well to the qualities that make us uniquely human, such as: compassion, love, reason and kindness. Make no mistake, humanity does not equate weakness, for human decency requires strong action in the face of injustice. The word “humanity” reminds us not to focus on division through our differences such as political party, race or religion, but instead to focus on what binds us together. And in doing so, we will build a solution oriented community through inspired action and united humanity. Teresa Harris Triggiano is the founder of a restorative justice program. She was a columnist in the Vancouver Sun and appeared as a weekly expert on Global’s BC Noon News for fourteen years. Email: theheartofpeachland@gmail.com
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January 16, 2026 • Page 9
Photo: Martha McKenzie
The cheerful Christmas message takes on a different tone when viewed from the reverse side.
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The magnificent Four Directions Bear Family stands out against the beautiful backdrop of the lake.
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50 PLUS CENTRE 250-767-9133 Carpet Bowling 9:30 AM-noon OUR SPACE okfolkschool.ca Register for workshops PEACHLAND ART GALLERY Artists of the Okanagan until Jan. 18 Wed. to Sun. 10 AM-4 PM New exhibit Jan. 24 PEACHLAND COMMUNITY CENTRE Taco Night Upgrade (Cooking Class) 11:00AM-1:00PM PEACHLAND LEGION 250-767-9404 Wings or Bacon Cheeseburger & Fries Meat Draw 3-5 PM Kitchen open Thurs. to Sat 2-6 PM PEACHLAND MUSEUM & VISITOR CENTRE 250-767-3441 Open Daily 10 AM-6 PM Train exhibit is operating
SUNDAY
50 PLUS CENTRE Bluegrass 2-4 PM PEACHLAND ART GALLERY Artists of the Okanagan until Jan. 18 Wed. to Sun. 10 AM-4 PM PEACHLAND COMMUNITY CENTRE Pickleball 3.0-3.5 9-11 AM Pilates Fusion 11-noon Pickleball 2.0-2.5 11:15AM-1:15 PM Gnome Time Pottery 1-3 PM Pickleball 3.75-4.0 1:30-3:30 PM
MONDAY
50 PLUS CENTRE 250-767-9133 50+ Fitness 8-9 AM Variety Singers 9:30-11:30 AM We Art Here 12 PM Bridge 1-3:30 PM Tae Kwon Do 5:30-7:30 PM OUR SPACE Acrylic Painting With Wally Jan. 5-Feb 9 10 AM-2 PM Register peachlandarts.ca/workshops PEACHLAND COMMUNITY CENTRE Indoor Walking 8-9 AM Pickleball 2.5-3.0 9:15-11:15 AM Spin, Weights, Core and More 9:30-10:45 AM Choose to Move 9:30-10:45 AM
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Events listings are free to non-profit and community groups. Submit by Friday, 3 PM for publication the following Friday at info@peachlandpost.org Pickleball 3.0-3.5 11:30 AM-1:30 PM Yin Yoga 1-3 PM Pickleball 1.5-2.0 1:45-3:45PM January Gym Orientation (for members) 4-4:30 PM Mini Kickers--Girls 4:30-5:15 PM Soccer Fundamentals Girls 5:15-6:15 PM Zumba 5:30-6:30 PM Pickleball Basics 6:30-8:15 PM Pickleball All Play Drop-In 6:30-8:15 PM PEACHLAND WELLNESS CENTRE Adult Day Service 9 AM Chair Yoga 10:30 AM Ladies Social 1 PM
TUESDAY
50 PLUS CENTRE Yoga 8:30-9:30 AM Carpet Bowling 9:30-noon AA 12-1 PM Mahjong 1-4 PM Passion 4 Art 1-4 PM Line Dancing 4:30-5:30 PM Cloggers 6-7 PM PEACHLAND COMMUNITY CENTRE Flow Yoga 9-10 AM Learn to Play Pickleball 10:30-11:30 AM Remedy Yoga 10:30-11:45 AM Novice Pickleball 11:45 AM-12:45 PM Fitness Blast 12:30-1:15 PM Pickleball 3.7-4.0 1-3 PM Senior Strength, Balance and Core 1:30-2:45 PM Yoga for your Back 3:45-5:00 PM Beginner Vinyasa Yoga 5:15-6:30 PM Cycle Fusion 5:45-6:45 PM PEACHLAND LEGION Catch the King 5 PM Darts 7 PM PEACHLAND LIBRARY Junk Journals & Paper Crafting 1 PM PEACHLAND WELLNESS CENTRE Ladies Cards 10:30 AM Men’s Coffee & Crib 1 PM Love, Loss, Grieving Group 1:30-3 PM Register with PWC Meet at United Church Hall 4421 4th Street
WEDNESDAY
50 PLUS CENTRE 50+ fitness 9-10 AM Chair Yoga 11-noon Bridge 1-3:30 PM
Tae Kwon Do 5:30-7:30 PM OUR SPACE Drawing with Terry Moore 1-3 PM $5 PEACHLAND COMMUNITY CENTRE Indoor walking 8-9 AM Pickleball Drop-in 1.5-2.0 9:15-11:15 AM Functional Fitness 9:30-10:45 AM Mini Kickers Boys 4:30-5:15 PM Soccer Fundamentals Boys 5:15-6:15 PM Yoga and Beyond 5:15-6:15 PM Yoga and Beyond 6:30-7:30 PM Pickleball 4.0+ 6:30-8:30 PM PEACHLAND LEGION Shari’s Retirement 3-7 Partimers 4-7 PEACHLAND LIBRARY Mandala Rock Dotting 2 PM Materials provided Registration Required PEACHLAND MODEL TRAIN GROUP 6:30 PM Museum PEACHLAND WELLNESS CENTRE Tai Chi 10 AM Sunshine Singers 1 PM
THURSDAY
50 PLUS CENTRE Yoga 8:30-9:30 AM Art In Peachland 9:30 AM-2:30 PM Iron & Silk 11-12 AM Ukelele 1-2:30 PM PEACHLAND COMMUNITY CENTRE Pickleball 3.0-3.5 8:15-10:15 AM Yoga for your Back 9:30-10:45 AM Yoga Strength 11 AM-12:15 PM Fitness Blast 12:30-1:15 PM Pickleball 3.75-4.0 1-3 PM Senior, Strength, Core and More 1:30-2:45 PM
Volleyball & Badminton 5-6 PM Spanish for Adventures 5-6:30 PM Zumba Toning 5:30-6:30 PM Pickleball All Play Drop-In 6:15-8:15 PM PEACHLAND LEGION Meat Draw 3-5 PM Liver & Onions or Roast Beef Dinner PEACHLAND LIBRARY Story Time 11 AM Drop In Stay & Play 11:30 Drop In PEACHLAND WELLNESS CENTRE Adult Day Service 9 AM
FRIDAY
50 PLUS CENTRE 50+ Fitness 1-10 AM Chair Yoga 11-noon Canasta 1-4 PM Pot Luck 5:30 PM Robbie Burns Night PEACHLAND COMMUNITY CENTRE Indoor Walking 8-9 AM Flow Yoga 9-10 AM Creative Play Time 10 AM-noon Myofascial Yoga 10:30-11:45 AM Pilates Fusion 11 AM-noon Pickleball 2.5-3.0 12:30-2:30 PM PEACHLAND LEGION Crib1-3 PM Fish & Chips 2-6 PM Quiz Night 6:30 PM PEACHLAND LIBRARY Cozy Stitch Group 1 PM Adults Drop In For information on more programs at Peachland Community Centre search on-line at peachland.ca/recguide. For additional information re: Pickleball lessons and games, contact Zoe at 250-767-2133.
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