June 23
Hazel's Rescue Everything Home Sale June 4-28, 10-4 daily at the Shops at Polson Mall. Furniture, dishes, silverware, small appliances, mirrors, clocks, ornaments, jewelry, books, pet supplies, antiques and collectibles (ie. Royal memorabilia, 60-70 Blue Mountain pottery pieces, dolls and hundreds of miscellaneous items. Raffle tickets to win one of three great prizes. All proceeds go to rescue and care of abandoned and needy cats and kittens. For more info, call Hazel at 250-542-1607.
Rocky Horror 10-year reunion show at the Prestige Hotel on Thursday, Fridays and Saturdays until June 27. strictly 18+. Ticketseller.ca
Lunch at Allen's Murray McLauchland, Cindy Church, Marc Jordan and Ian Thomas at the Vernon Performing Arts Centre Tuesday 7:30 p.m. Ticketseller.ca
June 26
Dehydrating Foods Lumby Lifeskills Workshop Thursday 6-8 p.m. with Jeanette Wilding at the OAP hall. $20 for Monashee Co-op members, $25 general.
B.C. is Burning wildfire documentary Thursday 7 p.m. at the Vernon Performing Arts Centre. Ticketseller.ca
June 27
Understand Stroke Research in the Okanagan join the conversation Friday 10-12 @ Vernon library with UBC researchers, IH clinicians, March of Dims and Patient Partners. Free event but register via email ok.strokeresearch@ubc.ca
Outdoor concert: Sounds of Summer with Shalisa, 6:30 p.m., 730 Whitevale Rd., Lumby; Rain or shine. Tickets are $30. Bring your own blanket or chair. A 19+ only event. All proceeds go towards a new roof at The Bridge Land for Learning. Presented by the Bridge Educational Society.
Rule 857 band performs at Armstrong's Music in the Park 7-9 p.m. in the Lions Gazebo at Memorial Park, 3285 Pleasant Valley Rd. The event is free, but food bank donations are encouraged.
June 28
Nature Walk Join the North Okanagan Naturalists’ Club on the Grey Canal Trail in Coldstream, between Buchanan Road and Warren Road. There and back, as far as we can go in about 2 hours. Meet at 9 a.m. at the new parking lot for the trail on the north side of Buchanan Road, east of Grey Road. Enter through a gate between 8585 and 8467 Buchanan Rd. www.nonc.ca
Live Stock Wildfire Preparedness community open house with Lady Farmer Okanagan, free barbecue Saturday 1-4 @ BX Community Park, 5734 Silver Star Rd. Ranchers, farmers and pet owners: learn how to prepare your animals, barn and create evacuation plans and build supports.
Public Talk A Just, Ethical Governance System for a Peaceful and Prosperous Future, A Baha’i Perspective, Saturday, 1-3 p.m. - in the Meeting Room, main floor, at the Vernon Public Library. Refreshments will be served. Hosted by the Baha'i Communities of Vernon and Coldstream. Information: Eva Strom, 250-550-6761.
June 29
Canadiana Sing-a-Long Service entitled From Sea to Sea to Sea. Wear your red and white, stay for a barbecue and sing your way through the provinces Sunday 10 a.m. at Knox Presbyterian Church, 3701 32nd Ave. RSVP - knoxpresbyterian@shaw.ca
July 1
Armstrong Canada Day Citizen of the Year celebrated Tuesday 4 p.m. at Memorial Park.
July 4
Radium Girls fundraising performance repeats Friday and Saturday at Powerhouse Theatre 7:30 p.m. Ticketseller.ca
Cadillac Jack and Blue Tones band performs at Armstrong's Music in the Park 7-9 p.m. in the Lions Gazebo at Memorial Park, 3285 Pleasant Valley Rd. The event is free, but food bank donations are encouraged.
July 5
Monument Unveiling for the Vernon Girls Trumpet Band Saturday 11-12 @ Civic Memorial Park. Brand-new monument dedicated to the legacy of the Vernon Girls Trumpet Band that more than 6,000 of local girls have been apart of. Performances by the Alumni Band, meet past and current members, staff and the founding family of the band.
July 6
Meghan Patrick country artist at Vernon Performing Arts Centre Sunday 7:30 p.m. Ticketseller.ca
ONGOING:
June Art Show Armstrong Spallumcheen Museum & Art Gallery exhibit on until June 21 featuring Gail Dyer, Mary Docksteader, Peter Bittroff and Gyula Varga.
Yoga With Goats Historic O'Keefe Ranch hosts Samantha Richardson and four-legged friends throughout the summer. Ticketseller.ca
Caetani Centre guided tours Thursdays 6 p.m. and Saturdays 11 & 2. Tickets $20 ($10 for ages 12-18 and $5 for 12 and under) at the door.
Vernon & District Garden Club meets February, March, April, May, June, September, October and November every fourth Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. in the Vernon Arts Centre, 2704 Hwy 6 (Polson Park). Guest speaker each meeting and guests are welcome. www.vernongardenclub.ca.
Vernon Farmers' Market Mondays and Thursday 8-1 at Kal Tire Place. Saturdays 9-1 at Kal Tire parking lot, 1540 Kalamalka Lake Rd. until Sept. 27.
Polson Artisan Night Market Fridays 4-8 p.m. in Polson Park throughout the summer.
Armstrong Farmers' Market Saturdays at the IPE fairgrounds 8:30-12:30.
Enderby Farmers' Market Fridays on Cliff Avenue 9-1.
Good Food Box monthly orders for large $25 produce box or $15 small box at goodfoodbox.ca or in person at Independent Living Vernon or North Okanagan Youth and Family Services Society. Pickups the third Thursday of every month at local churches.
North Okanagan Model Railroaders Association located in the Greenhow Building at the Historic O'Keefe Ranch is open every Saturday from 9:30-4. We welcome new members with an interest in the hobby of model railroading. For information call 250-260-0053.
Overeaters Anonymous is a 12 step fellowship. Anyone with a desire to stop eating compulsively is welcome. Beginning Sunday, April 27, we will be meeting between 2 and 3 p.m. weekly on Sundays at the Alano Club, 3204 Alexis Park Dr. Contact is Valerie at 604-375-3549.
Ethel Gama is a high achiever at her school of Memezile High in Sabie, South Africa. In addition to winning several awards for academic achievement, she was also awarded a laptop for her academic record. Volunteer administrators, Vicky & Myriam Bryant are betting on her and Ethel’s track record of high scholarly achievement. If you are interested in supporting Ethel in her studies in molecular biology, you can contact vernongranniesagogo@gmail.com. Or phone Carol Schroeder (250-545-8499), or mail her a cheque to: Box 1652, Vernon, BC. V1T 8C3.
Adult Children of Alcoholics and dysfunctional families (ACA) meets every Wednesday 6:30-7:30 @ Vernon Treatment Centre 2810 48th Ave. For more information call 403-604-3925 or visit adultchildren.org
Zumba classes Tuesday and Thursday mornings at 8:30 a.m. at Schubert Centre. Join in the fun, dancing for a hour, by donation.
Courtyard Gallery Feature artist for June is Diane Akey, guest artist is painter Leilani Ambrose. New paintings also up and don't forget to check out our card gallery and other offerings. https://courtyardgallery.ca. Hours are Monday to Saturday, from 10–4, at 907 Belvedere St., Enderby. 778-443-0529.
BCOAPO Vernon Seniors Br. 6 meets every third Tuesday of the month at 1:30 p.m. at the Schubert Centre. We have a guest speaker at each meeting, introducing subjects of interest and benefit to seniors. We invite you to join us for fellowship and to learn ways of improving your life in our community. For info call Margaret 250-545-0384
Bluegrass Musicians come and join us for two hours of fun on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month. All acoustic instruments welcome @ Halina Activity Centre (Club Room) 7-9 p.m. $5 for Halina Centre members/ $7 for non-members. Contact Diana Stanford 780-712-1357 for more info.
Yarn and craft give and take Too much yarn? Donate! Not enough yarn? Take! Knox Presbyterian Church offers a give and take for yarn, craft supplies, half finished projects etc. Take what you need and leave what you don't. Tuesday - Thursday 10 a.m.-12 p.m. @ 3701 32nd Ave.
Vernon Area Newcomers meet the first Tuesday of every month at 7 p.m. at the Vernon Museum. Please enter through the back door. For more information, email new2vernon@gmail.com.
Men's Shed Vernon A great place to build things, friendship and community. Visit our website to find out if it interests you: https://mensshedvernon.ca
Play and Learn Bridge North Okanagan Duplicate Bridge Club hosts 3 afternoon games a week at All Saints Anglican Church - 3205 27th St. Vernon. All levels of players are welcome. Drop in with a partner, or email us at: nodbcvernon@gmail.com for help finding one. For beginners and anyone wanting to refresh their bridge skills, we also offer a series of 9 bridge lessons twice a year. For more information visit: bridgewebs.com/nodbc
Senior Men's Drop-in Curling concluded for the season. Back on the ice in October.
Vernon & District Family History Society Resource Centre at Peace Lutheran Church.
CNIB Peer Support Program meets the third Tuesday of the month, 1-3 p.m. at the Vernon library Jan. 21-Dec. 16 offering compassionate and supportive environment for those living with vision loss. Register at 604-431-2121, ext. 6022 or email Jamie.Auman@cnib.ca.
National Association of Federal Retirees hosts Koffee Klatch at a new location, Boston Pizza, 11:30 a.m. every third Tuesday of the month. Casual event and friends are welcome that are eligible for membership (ie. active and retired Canadian Armed Forces, federal public service, RCMP and federally appointed judges, as well as their partners and survivors).
Vernon Photography Club Would you like to learn to take photographs or take your photos to the next level? All levels of experience with any model of camera, are welcome. The program includes educational workshops, monthly field trips, and annual gallery exhibitions. Memberships run from September to June. More information including membership forms and fees, at www.vernoncameraclub.com.
Kalamalka Highlanders Pipe Band meets Thursday evenings at Knox Presbyterian Church. We welcome new members and provide instruction. Please contact Maureen at 250-306-2594.
Parkinson’s Disease support group meets the third Thursday of each month at People Place (in the basement) from 1-2:30 p.m.
Cardiff Miller Art Warehouse 527 Granville Ave., Enderby, now features eight multi-media installations and sound sculptures is open Friday through Sunday 11-5.
Vintage Car Club meets the second Thursday of the month at the Schubert Centre at 7 p.m. New members welcome.
Freemasons meet at the Masonic Lodge at 3005A - 32nd St. every month. Kalamalka Lodge #160 tyles at 7:30 p.m. the first Monday of each month and Miriam Lodge #20 tyles at 7:30 pm the second Thursday of each month. Travelling Freemasons are always welcome.
Seniors shinny 60+ shinny hockey on Tuesdays and Thursdays 10:45-12 noon, 70+ shinny on Mondays 10:45-12 noon. Located at PV Arena, full hockey gear required, goalies play for free. Contact Greater Vernon Recreation for further information at 250-545-6035.
Are you a single senior 65+ (widowed or divorced), looking to make new friends? Do you like to dance, dine out, walks, bike rides, play board games or cards etc? Your input or suggestions on activities greatly appreciated. Come meet this friendly growing group every Wednesday morning at 10 a.m. at the Village Green Mall food court (look for the sparkle centrepieces). We are looking forward to meeting you.
Single Friends 75+ Seniors getting together for breakfasts, lunches, dinners, weekly coffee, social gatherings, community activities, etc. We meet at Vernon Family Church on Friday’s at 10 a.m., ask for Carol 250-260-5238.
North Okanagan Radio Amateur Club meets in person and online on the third Thursday of every month. Interested in becoming a licensed radio ham? Then come and join us. Club members also meet socially for coffee in Armstrong and Vernon on a weekly basis. To find out more visit norac.bc.ca.
Vernon Flying Club/COPA Flight 65 meets at 7 p.m. on the third Tuesday of every month except December. New members welcome at 6210 Tronson Rd. For more information contact flyingclubvernon@gmail.com.
Taoist Tai Chi This practice helps people of all ages and all physical abilities to relax, build strength, flexibility and to find balance inside and out. Sessions are Thursdays 9:30 -11:30 a.m. and Saturdays 10 - noon at Peace Lutheran Church, East Hill. Contact us at bcinterior@taoist.org or 250-542-1781. Visit taoist.org to learn more about us.
Scrabble We delight in teaching ‘newbies’! Bring your dictionary, have fun, meet new friends, and even learn new words every Wednesday, 10 a.m., Vernon’s Schubert Centre. Everyone welcome.
A Circle of Men a place to be supported in all aspects of life without fear of blame or judgment Thursdays 6:30-8:30 p.m. A group of men with a desire to take responsibility, to live authentic lives and to be accountable to ourselves, our families and our community. For location and to confirm attendance call or text Myles at 778-932-2371.
Vernon Community Concert Band We welcome all new members to join our band. In operation since the 1980s, we practice Wednesday nights from 7-9 p.m. at W.L. Seaton Secondary School. We play at various venues around town between Oct-June. Haven’t played in a while? Not to worry. Please drop in and we will provide the music! Have questions? Call Sue at 250-540-7786.
The Compassionate Friends (TCF) is an international, non-profit, non-denominational, self-help organization for parents who have experienced the death of a child at any age, from any cause. Meetings are held at 6pm on the last Thursday of each month at The People Place in Vernon (3402-27th Ave.). For more information contact: Cliona at Vernon@tcfcanada.net, 778-212-6295 or Ramona at 250-308-5584.
Compassionate Friends of Lumby meet 6 p.m. on the first Wednesday of each month at the Lumby Museum.
Vernon Turning Club meets on the first and third Monday of each month at 2 p.m. Meetings are held at the Men’s Shed, 7158 Meadowlark Rd. (just past the weigh scales). Meetings often include a demonstration of a project. New members are welcome.
Army Navy & Air Force Live music and dinner available every Friday night. Meat draw Saturday’s 2 p.m., kitchen open! Retro Lounge every Thursday from 6-9 p.m. All welcome!
Al-Anon meets Wednesdays 7 p.m. @ Peace Lutheran Church (1204 30th Ave.) in person, Thursdays at 1:30 p.m. at Trinity United Church (3300 Alexis Park Dr.) in person. Also Tuesday 7 p.m. in-person and Zoom meeting at Schubert Centre, ID 297150938, password 338604. For more information 250-545-4933.
Alcoholics Anonymous meet @ Alano Club (3204 Alexis Park Dr.) everyday 7 a.m., noon and 5 p.m. Also Mondays 7 p.m. (men’s) and Fridays 7 p.m. Meetings @ Peace Lutheran Church (1204 30th St.) Mondays 7 p.m. (women’s), Fridays 12 noon and Fridays 7 p.m. Meetings @ building #43 (2201 53rd Ave.) Tuesdays 7 p.m. Vernon Family Church (3508 25th Ave., back entrance) meets Thursdays 7 p.m. Vernon Treatment Centre (2810 48th Ave.) Saturdays 12 noon. Killiney Beach fire hall meetings Tuesday, 7:30 p.m. Lumby Christian Church (1962 Maple St.) meets Wednesday’s @ 7 p.m. Armstrong meetings at Zion United Church (2315 P.V. Blvd.) Sundays, 7 p.m. For more info call 250-545-4933 or visit aa.org.
Pregnancy Outreach Program continues to provide services to people who are pregnant and/or have a baby under six months old. Follow us on Facebook at Vernon Pregnancy Outreach Program, text us at 250-306-9954 or call us at 250-542-1247.
Women’s Group for newcomers/immigrants every Thursday, 3:30 p.m. at the Vernon and District Immigrant & Community Services Society. Childminding available for kids 12 and under. To register email zibragimova@vernonfrc.ca.
Monashee Toastmasters Club meets every second and fourth Tuesday of the month at the Lumby Museum (1785 Glencaird St.) or on Zoom.If interested contact Mike 250-547-9335 (mftakahashi@shaw.ca) or Louise 250-547-6480 (cl.wilcox@hotmail.com). Or just turn up in person!
Vernon Toastmasters is meeting in person every Thursday at a new location Halina Centre, doors open at 7:15 p.m. meeting from 7:30 to 8:45 p.m. Toastmasters has for 98 years helped people from diverse backgrounds to become more confident speakers, communicators and leaders. Guests welcome. Check out 1929.toastmastersclubs.org/
Hi Noon Toastmasters meets every Wednesday noon until 1 p.m. via Zoom. For further information, contact Ken at 778-442-5461 or kbarrtm21@gmail.com.
Monday Night Vernon Toastmasters helps you build confidence by developing your speaking and leadership skills through their personalized educational program. Are you ready to move forward? Join us on Zoom the first and third Monday, 7 p.m. Contact Jackie at jaclow@telus.net.
Gentle Yoga offered on Fridays at 12 p.m. through the Okanagan Centre for Spiritual Living. Come and enjoy the Spiritual atmosphere as well. By donation at 2913 29th Ave.
Okanagan Centre for Spiritual Living (2913 29th Ave.) Weekly activities - Tuesday: Meditation 12-12:30 p.m. Wednesday: A Course in Miracles class 5-6:30 p.m. Saturday Refresher (heartmath/stretching): June 21 @ 9 a.m. Sunday Celebration: June 22, 29 @ 10 a.m. Sunday Funday (youth program): June 29. Third Tuesday Writing Group: June 17 @ 6 p.m. Women's Wisdom Circle: June 24.
