Peachland Post May 8_FINAL REVISED

MOTHER’S DAY Striking sculpture symbolizes immense efforts of moms P.6

Peachland POST

The week of May 8, 2026

EXPERT TIPS Audiences were wowed by Master Gardeners’ presentation P.3

VINTAGE WHEELS

THE BIG ONE Getting ready for

ABOUT TOWN Find out what’s going on and where it’s happening P.11

By Keith Fielding

The Peachland Classic Car Show, typically the town’s biggest crowd draw event of the year, takes place in downtown Peachland on Sunday, May 17.

“Preparations are well underway,” said Jonathan Wall, President of the Peachland Chamber of Commerce. “We are partnered with volunteers from the Peach-

land Wheel Nuts and together we are working with District staff to organize this year’s event.”

Apart from its value as a spectacular display of beautiful classic cars, many restored to showroom perfection, the show is also a fundraiser. “Among the beneficiaries will be the Youth Activity program run by the Peachland Wellness Centre,” said Wall. “This is a program that provides funding

BERT BAPTIST’S ESSO GARAGE

The garage was located at the current site of the TNI Business Centre. This photo was taken about 1930, featuring cars of 1920 vintage.

Up to 10,000 people expected to visit the Peachland Classic Car Show

to help children to engage fully in sports activities when that would otherwise be impossible due to the high cost of equipment and protective gear,” he explained.

“We are fortunate to have had very strong support from our local and neighbouring business communities and their participation as sponsors has been invaluable.”

“Yes, parking will be an issue,” confirmed Wall, saying that

parking in the downtown area will be restricted. “However,” said Wall ,“there will be a shuttle bus service that will run continuously between the Peachland Mall and the Community Centre, so we are encouraging visitors to park in the streets around Peachland Elementary School and take the shuttle. Street parking from 13th to Todds will be also possible,” said Wall.

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT

Rally for the courts

More than 130 Pickleball players and supporters dressed to impress (no court shoes or athletic gear to be seen) enjoyed a soldout fundraiser event at the Peachland Legion last week. Guests opened their wallets generously, yielding $6,800.00 to go towards improvements at the under construction outdoor Pickleball courts. Nearly 70 donors mostly from the business community contributed generously with products and services that were used to make raffle baskets and serve as silent auctions items.

“The outpouring of support from local and other neighbouring community businesses was nothing short of remarkable,” said

Lorraine Clair, one of the event organizers. “It was overwhelming,” she added, “there were very few that couldn’t find a way to donate something and many donated far more than we had ever hoped for.”

With a door prize of a member’s original artwork, a 50/50 draw, 30 raffle baskets, and seven silent auction items on the block, many people went home with a wonderful reminder of the evening.

“The Peachland Legion and the Blind Angler played key roles in the evening’s success,” said Lorraine. “They offered excellent service, delicious food and with music provided by the Partimers there was a smooth lively atmosphere that ensured a great time for all.”

Our apologies

The front page story in the May 1 edition of the Peachland Post (headline: Labour of Love) contained an error for which we apologize. The correct name and title is Dr. Mary Stockdale.

Time to dig out those pink and grey recycling boxes

It has been a while since Peachland homes with curbside recycling pick-up found pink and grey recycling containers dropped at their driveway.

However, Recycle BC has now officially assumed responsibility for all recycling services in our Region meaning that on recycling day our P for plastic Pink contain-

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er, and our G for glass Grey container can now stand alongside our blue bins ready for pick up.

The pink box is to be used for flexible plastics which includes plastic bags and food wrapping; overwrap such as for toilet paper, paper towels, zipperlock pouches, cereal box liners, chip bags, pasta bags, packaging with plastic seals such as used for deli meats, sliced cheese, plastic net bags used for fruit, and bubble wrap.

Stuff them into a larger bag you are recycling to prevent blowing away.

The grey box will be used for non-deposit glass bottles and jars.

To prevent litter on windy days, residents are advised to place the heavier grey box on top of the flexible plastic pink bin.

Collection will be carried out by E360, using new, three-stream collection trucks that keep materials separated until processed.

“While these materials have long been accepted and continue to be accepted at dedicated depots,” said Sam Baker, Executive Director of Recycle BC, “we are making it more convenient for Central Okanagan residents to recycle and keep them out of landfills and nature.”

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CONTAINER GARDENING

Master Gardeners offer expert advice for successful planting

Raphael Desjarlais of the Peachland Library recently arranged for a couple of gardening presentations. The first was on container gardening, and the second on xeriscaping. Both presenters had Master Gardeners certification and wowed their audiences.

Laverne DeYaegher spoke about container gardening. His slideshow was inspiring, and he impressed the group with a flow of information and advice. Types of containers, watering advice, maintenance, plant choices, and potting were discussed.

Pots vary in sizes, shapes, and material. Short ones for succulents, big tubs for vegetables, old boots for cheekiness. You can bring them inside in autumn and move them as shade and sun needs vary.

Soil and water are how your plants thrive or perish. Well composted, fluffy soil helps retain moisture and requires less frequent watering. Slow release fertilizer in the spring is convenient. Always fertilize onto soil that is already wet. Tomatoes need more frequent fertilizing unless you planted them with lots of compost. Know

NATURAL WONDER

Judy Wyper

the specific needs of your plants.

Laverne calls watering an art. Petunias in the sun may need water twice a day or more, whereas mother hen and chicks in a shady spot might need once a week. Monitoring is necessary. Situating the pots according to frequency of watering needs can make watering simpler. You learn how much they need over time and this will vary through the year from once a week to once or three times a day.

Use the finger method. If it’s dry one or two inches deep, add water. Morning or evening are the best times. Water less in autumn. Automatic systems may work against plant health, as they may get soaking wet all the time, which can lead to rot.

If the plant is really dry, put the whole container in a bucket to rehydrate. Put the hose in the pot and don’t waste water by spraying where it’s not needed. Many people are now saving water from their kitchens and carrying it outside to spot water. When buying new plants, research first. Plant according to their needs, the sun and shade, and your place. Perennials do great, as do ornamental grasses and vegetables in big pots. Watch out for seed stages and control plants like Creeping Charlie or Jenny. If you plant into wooden wine barrels, keep them wet and the metal rings won’t fall off.

Planting new plants into containers is an art. Choose a cooler day. Water the soil and the plant ahead of time so they are both wet.

Fluff the soil. Take the plug out of the pot you bought it in and if it’s really root bound then spread out the roots. Firmly press the empty pot into the soil to compact the planting site. You’ve made a hole the same shape as the plug! Remove the container and put the plant in the hole! At this point of the presentation, there were cheers, oohs and laughter at the simplicity of this nifty step. Shove the tag into the side of the pot so you have the actual name for later reference. Fertilize a bit later.

Happy gardening.

Judy Wyper lives in Peachland and is a member of the Peachland Watershed Protection Alliance and the South Okanagan Council of Canadians.

BC Timber Sales Okanagan-Columbia

BC Timber Sales Okanagan-Columbia

INVITATION TO COMMENT – FOREST OPERATIONS MAPS

INVITATION TO COMMENT – FOREST OPERATIONS MAPS

The public is invited to review and comment on the BC Timber Sales OkanaganColumbia (BCTS TOC) Forest Operations Maps. The maps show proposed road construction and cut block development under Forest Stewardship Plan #771 within Forest Development Units in the Okanagan-Shuswap and Selkirk Natural Resource Districts. These maps will be valid for the operating period from June 6, 2026 – June 6, 2029. During the operating period, the Timber Sales Manager may invite applications for Timber Sale Licenses for the harvesting of cut blocks shown on the maps and apply for road permits to construct roads shown on the maps.

The public is invited to review and comment on the BC Timber Sales OkanaganColumbia (BCTS TOC) Forest Operations Maps. The maps show proposed road construction and cut block development under Forest Stewardship Plan #771 within Forest Development Units in the Okanagan-Shuswap and Selkirk Natural Resource Districts. These maps will be valid for the operating period from June 6, 2026 – June 6, 2029. During the operating period, the Timber Sales Manager may invite applications for Timber Sale Licenses for the harvesting of cut blocks shown on the maps and apply for road permits to construct roads shown on the maps.

The maps are available for public review and comment online, at: fom.nrs.gov.bc.ca/public/projects

The maps are available for public review and comment online, at: fom.nrs.gov.bc.ca/public/projects

The maps are also available for in-person review and comment by appointment at either of the following addresses, Monday to Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., at:

The maps are also available for in-person review and comment by appointment at either of the following addresses, Monday to Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., at:

BC Timber Sales Okanagan-Columbia 2501 14th Ave

Vernon, B.C., V1T 8Z1

BC Timber Sales Okanagan-Columbia 2501 14th Ave Vernon, B.C., V1T 8Z1

Telephone: 250 558-1700 or BC Timber Sales Okanagan-Columbia 1761 Big Eddy Rd

Telephone: 250 558-1700 or

BC Timber Sales Okanagan-Columbia 1761 Big Eddy Rd Revelstoke, B.C., V0E 3K0

Revelstoke, B.C., V0E 3K0

Telephone: 250 837-7611

Telephone: 250 837-7611

Comments will be accepted from May 6 – June 5, 2026. Comments may be submitted directly through fom.nrs.gov.bc.ca/public/projects emailed to BCTS.TOC.Input@gov.bc.ca, delivered in-person to the addresses above during business hours, or mailed to the 2501, 14th Ave, Vernon, B.C., V1T 8Z1 address to the attention of the Planning Department.

Comments will be accepted from May 6 – June 5, 2026. Comments may be submitted directly through fom.nrs.gov.bc.ca/public/projects, emailed to BCTS.TOC.Input@gov.bc.ca, delivered in-person to the addresses above during business hours, or mailed to the 2501, 14th Ave, Vernon, B.C., V1T 8Z1 address to the attention of the Planning Department.

If you have questions or require assistance, please email: BCTS.TOC.Input@gov.bc.ca

If you have questions or require assistance, please email: BCTS.TOC.Input@gov.bc.ca

The Icefields Parkway - a Canadian wonder

By eric hall

Trains cross the Rocky Mountains, but there are no railway routes between Lake Louise and Jasper. You can drive between them on the Icefields Parkway but access to that road is limited; no commercial trucks are permitted for through traffic. Railway lines are not possible because of the altitude and high mountain passes.

The Bow Summit on the Icefields Parkway is over 2000 metres high (almost 7000 feet) and is one of the highest points on a highway in Canada.

Construction of the Icefields Parkway began in 1931 as a makework project during the Great Depression. The road is entirely within the National Parks of Banff and Jasper. Tour coaches are numerous

during the summer months but facilities are very limited.

Parks Canada controls activity on the road and the emphasis is preserving the natural environment. Driving south to north, the road follows five river systems starting with the Bow River that flows from its source, the Bow Glacier, and continues east through Banff and Calgary. North of the Bow Summit, the Mistaya River flows north from Peyto Lake. This is one of the many lakes that have a beautiful blue-green colour caused by glacial rock powder.

The Mistaya River flows into the North Saskatchewan River just south of the Saskatchewan River Crossing (the Crossing). This is one of only two places were there is a restaurant for lunch. It is often very busy during the summer months. Just before reaching the Crossing,

Land Act: Notice of Application for a Disposition of Crown Land

Take notice that I, New Monaco Enterprise Corp., from Edmonton, AB, have applied to the British Columbia Ministry of Water, Land and Resource Stewardship (WLRS), Thompson Okanagan Region for a road tenure and utility tenure situated on Provincial Crown land located at LOT 9 BLOCK G DISTRICT LOT 449 OSOYOOS DIVISION YALE DISTRICT PLAN 217 EXCEPT PLAN KAP45929 and LOT 1 BLOCK H DISTRICT LOT 449 OSOYOOS DIVISION YALE DISTRICT PLAN 217 EXCEPT PLANS 19215 AND KAP45929. WLRS invites comments on this application. The Lands File Nos. are 3412997 (road) and 3413749 (utility). Written comments concerning this application should be directed to the Senior Land Authorizations Specialist, Thompson Okanagan Region, WLRS, at 441 Columbia Street, Kamloops, B.C. V2C 2T3. Comments will be received by WLRS up to June 9, 2026. WLRS may not be able to consider comments received after this date. Please visit the Applications, Comments and Reasons for Decision Database website at http://comment.nrs.gov.bc.ca/ for more information.

Be advised that any response to this advertisement will be considered part of the public record. Access to these records requires the submission of a Freedom of Information (FOI) request. Visit http://www.gov.bc.ca/freedomofinformation to learn more about FOI submissions.

the David Thompson Highway meets the Icefields Parkway.

Following the Icefields Parkway north of the Crossing, you leave Banff National Park and enter Jasper National Park and soon arrive at the Columbia Icefield Centre. This is the major stop on this road and you have an opportunity to travel on special vehicles that drive onto the Athabasca Glacier. This attraction is owned and operated by Pursuit, which is part of the Viad Corporation based in Denver, Colorado. Some people are not happy that so many facilities in the Canadian Rockies are owned and operated by Pursuit. Some of these were once owned by the Brewster family before being purchased by Pursuit.

The Columbia Icefield itself is high up at the top of the mountains and the Athabasca Glacier

is one of several that flow down fom it. This icefield sits on top of the continental divide and water flows from it to rivers that carry water to three different oceans.

Water flows west to the Pacific, east to the Atlantic and north to the Artic. It is the icy crown of the continent.

Driving north from the Icefields Centre, there are several good views of other glaciers that flow from the Columbia Icefield.

The Sunwapta River flows north and joins the Athabasca River south of Jasper. The Athabasca River flows north from Jasper and eventually into the Arctic Ocean via the Mackenzie River. The Icefields Parkway finishes just south of Jasper and completes 141 miles of amazing scenery. It is truly a wonder highway.

LEGEND:

LEGEND: CROWN PARCELS

PROP. ACCESS ROADWAY

PROP WATERMAIN

MUSINGS

At lunch with a friend, I pointed at two elderly ladies and said, “That’ll be us in 10 years.” She said, “That’s a mirror”.

I am on a light diet.I eat by daylight, moonlight, flashlight, candlelight, and sometimes refrigerator light.

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GEMINI-GENERATED

Artificial Intelligence meets homeless camp reality

As many readers know, Large Language Models (LLMs) are Artificial Intelligence programs such as Chat GPT and Google Gemini that have taken a simple Google search to entirely new heights. When once we were thrilled that in five seconds Google would tell us the name of the Provincial Government minister responsible for dealing with the unsafe and unsanitary conditions created by the homeless encampment on Crown land just outside our borders, an LLM (we used Google Gemini) offered to summarize the jurisdictional issues in a briefing note; write a letter to the Minister (short or long version); create a petition that residents can sign; write a letter to Mayor and council; write to a letter our MLA; or prepare a Press Release. We opted for a short letter

to the Minister and in less than 10 seconds were rewarded with this:

The Honorable Sheila Malcolmson, Minister of Social Development and Poverty Reduction

Dear Minister Malcolmson:

I am writing on behalf of a group of Peachland citizens to request immediate provincial assistance regarding a growing homeless encampment located on Crown land directly adjacent to the District of Peachland. Although the site lies outside municipal and regional jurisdiction, it is in close proximity to homes and has created significant concerns related to fire risk, public safety, environmental damage, and unsanitary conditions. Because this encampment is on provincial Crown land, local

authorities are unable to enforce bylaws or undertake remediation. We therefore request coordinated action from the Province—specifically the Office of Homelessness Coordination, BC Housing, and the HEART/HEARTH encampment response teams—to assess the situation and implement appropriate safety and housing measures.

We respectfully ask the Province to:

• Conduct an immediate safety and sanitation assessment of the site.

• Provide outreach and housing supports to individuals living in the encampment.

• Develop a coordinated Encampment Response Plan with the District of Peachland, RDCO, Interior Health, and RCMP.

• Communicate next steps and timelines so we can

POLICY MATTERS

Keith Fielding

keep residents informed. We appreciate the Province’s leadership in addressing homelessness and public safety and ask that this matter be treated as urgent. Peachland Post has not sent the letter or fact checked the content but is in awe of this lucid articulation of the problem and summary of expected actions.

Keith Fielding is President of the Peachland Community Newspaper Society and editor of Peachland Post. He is also a former Peachland mayor and councillor.

RECOGNIZING MOMS

Sunday, May 10th is Mother’s Day

Not long ago, I saw a photograph of a sculpture in Zaragoza, Spain, by the artist Luis Quevedo, named in Spanish “The Woman of Dawn.” This powerful piece depicts a mother bent over from the debilitating weight of the unpaid, invisible, as well as often unacknowledged work she does daily.

HOMETOWN HEART

Teresa Harris Triggiano

Despite obvious exhaustion, the mother in the sculpture is still seen lovingly holding the hands of her children.

If an image is worth a thousand words, this sculpture is worth triple. And yet, we often hear someone referring to a stay at home mother as a person who “doesn’t work.”

A day spent in any mother’s shoes would show her hours are without limit, and an overwhelming list of what needs doing. With responsibilities spanning from meal planning, grocery

shopping, cooking, cleaning, doing laundry, event scheduling, chauffeuring, clothes shopping, activity shopping, nursing, handling appointments, meeting with schools, buying gifts, planning of parties, caregiving, comforting, nurturing, loving, worrying, and counselling, to full blown crisis managing -- as well as at least twenty things I have left out -- is it any wonder Moms are tired? Not to mention the list of the Moms also working outside the home!

With Mother’s Day this Sunday May 10th, I put forward to Moms on Facebook, the question “What would be your dream come true for how you would like to spend Mother’s Day? And, what gift would you like most?” The results were simple. Overwhelmingly, here is what our Peachland Moms want:

• Time spent with their children Beverly writes, “A nice picnic lunch in a park with everyone there.” Linda says, “To spend the day with my two sons and their families.” Shirley adds, “No gifts necessary -- just quality time spent with family and maybe a dinner I don’t have to cook.

LOL.” Lazer wishes for “a handmade card and family trip to the beach with an ice cream cone.”

• A little time to themselves to recuperate. Tiera admits

(speaking for countless women), “Honestly, as a burnt out mom of four, a little alone time.” Kimberley agrees saying, “A solo beach day with a paddle board.”

• To be seen, acknowledged and celebrated Kelly puts it perfectly with, “The gift of being recognized. Being a Mom is special.”

Considering all they have given and continue to give, they don’t ask for much. They are humble requests and I sincerely hope they get exactly what they wish for. There is no way to measure, quantify or account for the sacrifices, energy or love most mothers pour into their children.

As for my Mom... How do you give thanks for the gift of having someone love you, care for you, believe in you, and root for you for decades?

Though there is no way of adequately giving thanks for being generously mothered, I will drive to the coast, make my Mom her favourite waffles, and offer the one thing she asks for: my time.

To the rest of you Moms, Happy Mother’s

Day to you all! May you be remembered, acknowledged, loved and appreciated in the ways you need most.

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

VINTAGE WHEELS

Volunteers and sponsors ensure classic car show success

CLASSICS

FROM PAGE 1

Jim Carpenter, President of the Peachland Wheel Nuts, a local chapter of the Vintage Car Club of Canada, confirmed that the club’s volunteers have been working closely with Chamber volunteers and are looking forward to a great day of family fun.

“Volunteers from both groups have been working on the details that need to be addressed including the registration process, figuring out where the cars will be parked, assigning spaces, collecting entry fees, organizing the check-in process, taking care of paperwork and organizing “flaggers” to direct traffic,” said Carpenter.

As usual the cars will be on display in the downtown area, lined up on Beach Avenue and on designated spots in Heritage Park. “Space is limited to 200 vehicles,” explained Carpenter, noting that to be eligible for participation in the show, vehicles have to be of

pre-1980 vintage. “Vehicle owners wishing to participate were able to register early on in the process,” he said. “It’s always a sold-out event, but there will be a limited number of spaces available on show day.”

Carpenter spoke of two vehicles that will be in the show. One is a 1947 district owned pick up truck that was converted into a fire engine and remains in the care of members of the Wheel Nuts chapter.

The other is his personally owned Cadillac convertible that was used in Vancouver by Princess Elizabeth and the Duke of Edinburgh during a 1951 royal tour -- shortly before Elizabeth became Queen after the passing of King George.

“We are all looking forward to this being a great day for participants and spectators,” said Carpenter. “Come out and enjoy Peachland hospitality and scenery and help support deserving causes in the community.”••

THEN & NOW

GARDEN GROWTH

Give your new plants the best possible start

Choosing nursery plants can be an overwhelming decision. There are always new brands, new cultivars, and exciting colourful blooms to choose from. Before you make the trip, here are some things that can make your nursery trip successful. It is important to do thorough research. I have seen invasive species for sale at all of the garden centres this year. Choosing the wrong plant could be detrimental to your yard and may take years (and lots of money!) to eradicate. Things like trumpet vine (Campsis radicans) or Myrtle spurge (Euphorbia myrsinites) may look nice, but they will compete with other plants and take over due to their aggressive spreading habits. It is valuable to use the Latin

names when purchasing plants. Common names are so broad and imprecise. Latin helps you find exactly what you’re looking for. ‘Snowball’ shrubs could be a Smooth Hydrangea, Hydrangea arborescens, or could also be Viburnum opulus Hydrangea arborescens prefer afternoon shade and grow up to about 5 feet tall. Viburnum

NO HISTORY? KNOW HISTORY!

by RICHARD SMITH

May

Pole Dance

May Day was the big celebration day each year and always included the traditional English May Pole dance entwining ribbons around a pole to the tune of a fiddler’s music.

In Peachland the ring around the pole top was hung with chocolate bars and each boy was given the chance to climb to top and retrieve one. In the back is the May Queen’s Swan float fresh from the day’s parade.

In 1984, our Jubilee year, the dance was re-enacted with the original Fiddler.

like full sun and reach heights of 10-15 feet. These are major differences in a home garden.

Make sure the plants you choose will thrive here in Peachland, as well as the location you choose in your garden. This could be full sun or full shade, proper zone, and soil preferences. Just because something is native here, doesn’t mean it will thrive in your location and soil. Trembling Aspen (Populus tremuloides) likes consis-

Check the roots and avoid purchase if there is a musty smell. Roots with minor circling can be teased apart upon planting.

tent moisture, so even though it is native to the Okanagan, it may not succeed in dry, rocky soil without irrigation and soil amendments.

Zones can be tricky to figure out and may require some experimenting. Peachland is classified as USDA Zone 6, meaning our average winters get down to -23°C to -18°C. There are other factors involved, and you may have many microclimates in your yard. These are small areas where the climate conditions differ from their larger, surrounding areas. Some factors include concrete and rocks heating

up an area, buildings protecting areas from cold winds, and close proximity to Okanagan lake. There are many ways to check if a plant at a garden centre is healthy. I like to start at the roots. You can spread your palm over the soil, turn the plant upside down, and tap the pot off to check the roots. You will smell right away if they are rotten. Overwatering is often worse and more unforgiving than underwatering. You can see if the plant is root bound, if it has thick circling roots. In extreme cases, circling and girdling roots can choke out and kill the plant, or cause stunted growth. Other things to look for are black spots on the leaves, webbing, or yellow or distorted leaves. This could mean a fungal disease, nutrient deficiency, or a pest such as spider mites or thrips. If you are buying a tree, one dominant leader, or main centre stem, is an important feature. Smaller plants should have balanced branching. Support your local growers! These plants will already be acclimatized compared to the ones shipped in from big box stores. With these tips as a foundation, you can shop with confidence and give your new plants the best possible start.

Megan Gooder lives in Peachland and is a Production Horticulturalist with a background in Permaculture and Landscape Design.

With Lou and Martha

“Never mess with a classic” ... so we did.

In honour of National Baking Day on May 17, we took a bold little detour with the beloved Nanaimo Bar—yes, that Nanaimo bar from Nanaimo—and gave it a couple of playful twists. (Cue the collective gasp… or shriek.) Martha leaned into a fresh minty version—with just a hint of green for fun—while Lou went the mocha route… perhaps with a slightly heavy hand on the coffee.

INGREDIENTS:

BASE LAYER

Classic Nanaimo Bars (WITH A TWIST OR TWO)

½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter

¼ cup granulated sugar

5 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder

1 large egg, beaten

1¾ cups graham cracker crumbs

½ cup finely chopped almonds (optional)

½ cup shredded coconut

CUSTARD LAYER

½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened

¼ cup milk

2 tablespoons vanilla custard powder

2 cups powdered sugar

CHOCOLATE LAYER

4 ounces semi-sweet chocolate

2 tablespoons unsalted butter

INSTRUCTIONS:

BASE LAYER

Line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.

Melt the butter, sugar, and cocoa together over a saucepan of simmering water, stirring until smooth. Remove from heat and gradually stir in the beaten egg—the mixture should turn glossy and slightly thickened. In a separate bowl, mix the graham crumbs, almonds (if using),

and coconut. Add to the chocolate mixture and stir until fully combined. It will be crumbly but should hold together when pressed. Press firmly into the prepared pan (a flat-bottomed glass works wonders here). Chill while preparing the next layer.

CUSTARD LAYER

Cream the butter, milk, and custard powder until light and fluffy. Gradually beat in the powdered sugar until smooth and spreadable. Spread evenly over the chilled base and return to the fridge for at least 30 minutes, until firm.

CHOCOLATE LAYER

Melt the chocolate and butter together over simmering water, stirring until smooth. Let cool slightly (so it doesn’t melt the custard layer), then pour and spread evenly over top. Chill for at least 2 hours until fully set.

FLAVOUR TWISTS (if you dare…)

Minty Martha: Add ½ tsp peppermint extract + a drop of green colouring to the custard layer

Mocha Lou: Add 1 tsp instant coffee dissolved in 1 tbsp hot water to the custard, plus ½ tsp into the chocolate layer

Peanut butter: Add ¼ cup to the custard

Coconut lover: Add ¼ cup coconut to the custard and sprinkle extra on top

Raspberry: Spread a thin layer of jam over the base before the custard

Lemon: Add 1 tsp lemon extract + zest of one lemon

Classic or creative, these no-bake bars are still pure Canada comfort— just with a little extra personality this time around.

Martha and Lou are cooking and baking enthusiasts who met through pickleball. Both are from the Lower Mainland and now live in Peachland. Martha works part time at Peachland Elementary as a teacher aide and Lou is a retired nurse.

CROSSWORD

ROAD NAME OF THE WEEK

HUSTON ROAD

This road is named for Mr. Robert Henry Huston (pronounced “Hewsten,”), one of the earliest settlers to this area. Indeed he acquired land here even before Peachland was founded by J.M. Robinson in 1898.

The block of land that he owned was, by today’s standards, huge – about 320 acres. In terms of current-day Peachland, this would have been the Hainle Vineyard and a great deal of land surrounding it. It did not include any of the lakeshore; that was occupied by the Lambly Ranch.

Robert Huston was born in Ontario in

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1852, but grew up in Manitoba. He married Abigail Ann Kimball and between 1885 and 1890 five children were born. Of these, only two survived infancy – a son Alfred Henry (Alf) and a daughter Rita Belle Kimball. The family moved to the Okanagan around 1891. They are known to have built a house with a splendid view which had a barn and horse corrals. Both Alf and Rita Belle attended the local school. Robert served as a councillor in 1911 and 1912 and again from 1920-26 inclusive. Mrs. Huston died in 1916, aged 64, and Robert followed in 1928, aged 75.

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SATURDAY

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Carpet Bowling 9:30-noon

12:00 Celebration of Life

OUR SPACE

Story Slam Doors 5:30 Starts 6 PM

Mother & Other workshop 1-4

Register Okanagan Folk School

PEACHLAND ART GALLERY

Hours Wed. to Sun. 10 AM-4 PM

Exhibits Beautiful Together and Echoes in Place

PEACHLAND LEGION

Tues. to Sun. opens at noon

Smash Burgers Meat Draw

50/50 3 PM

PEACHLAND LIBRARY

Mothers Day Craft 2 PM register

Grab-N-Go

Pick up all day while supplies last

PEACHLAND MUSEUM & VISITOR

CENTRE 250-767-3441

Open Daily 10 AM-6 PM

Train exhibit is operating

SUNDAY

MOTHER’S DAY

OKANAGAN FOLK SCHOOL

Register for workshops

Beginner Stained Glass

10 AM-4:30 PM

Mother and Other Beading 1-4 PM

PEACHLAND ART GALLERY

Wed.-Sun. 10 AM-4 PM

Exhibit ends today

PEACHLAND COMMUNITY CENTRE

Pickleball 3.0-3.5 9-11 AM

Pickleball 2.0-2.5 11:15 AM-1:15 PM

Pickleball 3.75-4.0 1:30-3:30 PM

PEACHLAND LEGION

Steak Sandwich

MONDAY

50 PLUS CENTRE 250-767-9133

50+ Fitness 8-9 AM

We Art Here 12 PM

Bridge 1 PM

Tae Kwon Do 5:30-7:30 PM

OUR SPACE

The Layered Self PCAC workshop

9:30 AM-3:30 PM register

Watercolour Flowers for Beginners 1-4 PM OFS Register

PEACHLAND COMMUNITY CENTRE

Indoor Walking 8-9 AM

Pickleball 2.5-3.0 9:15-11:15 AM

Chair Pilates 9:15-10:15 AM

Yoga Strength 10:45AM-12:45 PM

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

Pilates Fusion 12:30-1:30 PM

Pickleball 1.5-2.0 1:45-3:45 PM

Pickleball All Play Drop-in

6:15-8:15 PM

Fitness Blast:6:15-7 PM

Spin, Core & Stretch 6:30-7:30 PM

PEACHLAND WELLNESS CENTRE

Adult Day Service 9 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

OUR SPACE

The Layered Self PCAC workshop

9:30 AM-3:30 PM Register

PEACHLAND COMMUNITY CENTRE

Flow Yoga 9-10 AM

Pickleball All Play Drop-in

10:30 AM-12:30 PM

Remedy Yoga 10:30-11:45AM

Fitness Blast 12:30-1:15 PM

Pickleball 3.75-4.0 1-3 PM

Cycle Fusion 5:45-6:45 PM

PEACHLAND LEGION

Catch the King 5 PM

Darts 7 PM

PEACHLAND LIBRARY

Make a Postcard 3 PM

School Age Registration required

PEACHLAND WELLNESS CENTRE

Parkinson’s Support Group 10 AM

Ladies’ Cards 10:30 AM

Men’s Coffee 1 PM

Love, Loss, Grieving Group 4:30 PM

Register with PWC Meet at United Church Hall 4421 4th Street

PEACHLAND WHEEL NUTS

A&W 4-6 PM

WEDNESDAY

50 PLUS CENTRE

50+ Fitness 9-10 AM

Chair Yoga 11-noon

Bridge 1-3:30 PM

Zumba Gold 1-2 PM

Tae Kwon Do 5:30-7:30 PM

FALL FAIR COMMITTEE

Meeting in Community Centre 7 PM

PEACHLAND ART GALLERY

Wed.-Sun. 10 AM-4 PM

Beautiful Together and Echoes in Place

OUR SPACE

Drawing with Terry Moore 1-3 PM $5

PEACHLAND COMMUNITY CENTRE

Civic Awards 4:30- 7:00 PM

Pilates for Bone Health 1:45-2:45 PM

Zumba Step 3-4 PM

PEACHLAND LEGION

Wings Special Karaoke 3-6 PM Dona-Lea

PEACHLAND MODEL TRAIN GROUP 6:30 PM Museum

PEACHLAND WELLNESS CENTRE

Tai Chi 10 AM

Sunshine Singers 1 PM

THURSDAY

50 PLUS CENTRE

Zumba 8:30-9:30 AM

Art In Peachland 10 AM-2 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 9:15-10:30 AM

Pickleball 3.5-3.75 10:30 AM-12:30 PM

Yoga Strength 11 AM-12:15 PM

Fitness Blast 12:30-1:15 PM

Pickleball 3.75-4.0 1-3 PM

Volleyball & Badminton 5-6 PM

Pickleball All Play Drop-In

6:15-8:15 PM

PEACHLAND LEGION

Liver & Onions

Meat Draw 50/50 3 PM

PEACHLAND LIBRARY

Preschool Story Time 11 AM

Stay & Play 11:30 AM

Death Doula 2 PM Drop In

PEACHLAND WELLNESS CENTRE

Adult Day Service 9 AM

FRIDAY

50 PLUS CENTRE

50+ Fitness 9-10 AM

Coffee Beans 10:15-noon

Chair Yoga 11-noon

Canasta 1-4 PM

OURSPACE

Acrylic Painting with Wally Register with PCAC

PEACHLAND COMMUNITY CENTRE

Indoor Walking 8-9 AM

Creative Playtime 9-12:15 PM

Pickleball Drop In 2.5-3.0

12:30-2:30 PM

Pickleball Drop-In All Play 2:45-4:30 PM

PEACHLAND LEGION

Fish & Chips Crib 1-3 PM

Quiz Night 6:30 PM

For information on more programs at Peachland Community Centre search on-line at peachland.ca/recguide or phone 250-767-2133.

HONOURING ALL THE MOTHERS IN OUR COMMUNITY

Peachland