Okanagan Events

Kelowna's Ladies Fashion Flea Market will be held Sunday March 12, 2017 10am-2pm at the Parkinson Rec. This event will have ladies clothing, shoes and accessories! SHOP: Find new to you treasures! Save money! Find unique products! Be entered to win door prizes! SELL: Sell those designer items that consignment stores won't take! Clear out those closets! Make some extra money!‹ www.kelownaclosetcleanout.com

This six-week series will change the way you think of yoga. It will expand your knowledge of alignment, postures, meditation, and breathwork, and teach you to use them to create your own flow. You'll leave the series with the freedom to curiously explore your own inspired movement, both on and off the mat. The Freedom Flow Series is designed to take you from wherever you're at now, into love, playfulness, and creativity. Learn how to trust yourself and completely surrender into your body - LOVE your body. This juicy series is completely inspired by the practice of yoga. It's had such a huge impact on both Cassie and Tamara, and we're so excited to bring this to Kelowna. Whether you’re brand new to yoga or have been practicing for years, you’re sure to leave with a new love for your practice. Join us post-movement for journalling, tea & conscious discussion, as well as in an online Facebook group for continuous support. Classes will take place every Tuesday evening from 7-9pm from April 4th - May 9th.

The De Vine Arts Group presents the first show in the Summerland Arts Centre's new gallery. Come and see a wide collection variety of art in many forms by a local group of artists. The show is free and runs until May 12, 2017

Open Windows, featuring the De Vine Arts Group, will be the opening show of Summerland Community Arts Council's new gallery on 9525 Wharton St. Show runs until May 12. Closed Good Friday and Easter Monday. Gallery hours: Monday - Friday 10am-4pm

Another Conversation…LC Art Gallery Members’ Exhibition with Guest Curator Lee Claremont Exhibition Dates: April 7th to May 20th Opening Reception: Thursday, April 6th 6-8pm Curator Feedback and Discussion: Sunday, April 9th 1-3pm Another Conversation is an exhibition about responding to a pervious idea or opinion. Whether the conversation is about an event, a political movement, a time in art history, post colonialism, feminism, gender equality, the environment or cats vs dogs…this exhibition is open ended. What do you feel deserves more consideration? What subject, question, debate or discussion do you feel needs further examination? The Lake Country Art Gallery invites all artists to submit a work of art to this years Members’ Exhibition with guest curator Lee Claremont. Submission Drop Off Dates: March 30, 31 and April 1st from 10am-3pm at the Lake Country Art Gallery, 10356A Bottom Wood Lake Road, Lake Country

PLANT SALE, HOME BAKING & BARBEQUE LUNCH 9am – 1pm, MAY 6th. at 4th. STREET PLACE, PEACHLAND. RAFFLE, PRIZES, ANNUALS & PERENNIALS, GARDENING TIPS, COFFEE CORNER, HOME BAKING, ORGANIC VEGETABLES, ME2We

Gardens are a constant source of inspiration for Pat Hall. Exploring the world of plants, seed pods and birds Pat uses clay to depict sculptures, bells, flowers, whimsical creatures and functional wares.

Colours enter through the eye and end up in the heart, where they change the way we feel about what we see. Christine and Francine have been working together for years in the intensely creative field of early childhood education; where creativity and imagination are unleashed by the budding young minds. Reaching into the palette of possibility and placing each stroke on canvas is a way to display the artist’s relationship with the world of colour. This exposition is expressing pure emotion. M-F: 10am to 4pm. (closed from 1-1:30PM)

Colours enter through the eye and end up in the heart, where they change the way we feel about what we see. Christine Leblanc and Francine Portelance have been working together for years in the intensely creative field of early childhood education; where creativity and imagination are unleashed by the budding young minds. Reaching into the palette of possibility and placing each stroke on canvas is a way to display the artist’s relationship with the world of colour. This exposition is expressing pure emotion.

Join Jazzercise Kelowna and MOGA for a fun Latin themed Dance Mixx class followed by a drink at Baxter's on cuatro de Mayo! Class will be an hour, including fun dance cardio followed by strengthening/toning/stretching. Be sure to bring clean indoor-only athletic shoes. After class all are welcome to join us (sweaty clothes and all) for a casual ladies' night at Baxter's Pub (margarita and nachos anyone?). Women only please. Free for Members and New Customers, $15 Drop-Ins Note: Cinco de Mayo is a holiday that has its origins in celebrating a Mexican battle victory but actually isn't really a big deal in Mexico. Somehow it came to be a good excuse to drink margaritas and eat Mexican food in the rest of North America. This seems like as good of an excuse as any to do some fun Latin (not only Mexican) routines. Although not exactly a traditional celebration, we could certainly use a good workout to go with those nachos and margaritas, right? 😊💃🏻🎉

During this long awaited spring season why not pair your wine touring with some Art touring ! The Artists of the South Okanagan-Similkameen are pleased to be showing a collection of member works in their upcoming spring exhibit “New Beginnings” at Leir House Cultural Centre, 220 Manor Park Avenue, Penticton B.C. Duration of exhibit: May 5-May 26th /2017 Tuesday-Friday 10:00AM -4:00PM. For more information please visit our website at http://fca-sos.ca/show

Back Door Winery and Property Guys are sponsoring a fundraiser for NeighbourLink Summerland. Drop by and enjoy wine tasting, appetizers, music and more. Admission is free and donations are gratefully accepted!

Come to Third Space Coffee on Friday, May 5th, 2017! Bridging to Goodness will be hosting the 2nd Annual auction with Michael Odenbach of Western Star Auctions officiating and all proceeds from the auction will be donated to Okanagan Mental Health Services Society. Third Space Coffee is a registered non-profit foundation comprised of individuals committed to developing authentic connection & community. Through their core services of professional development, life guidance and spiritual exploration, they strive to create that space for you. All programs operated by the Okanagan Mental Health Services Society promote community focused services to individuals diagnosed with a persistent mental illness. They operate two programs; The Assisted Living Program and the Therapeutic Work Program. These programs provide flexible services that adapt to the challenging needs of individuals requiring assistance. All participants in the programs are referred through the Kelowna Mental Health Centre.

Annual Garage Sale, Great selection of items. Donations appreciated, items can be dropped off at Abbeyfield House, 3511-27th Ave. Proceeds go towards the operation of Abbeyfield Houses for Seniors.

Join Victory Life for its annual 'REFRESH LADIES SPRING CONFERENCE' May 6th at the Holiday Inn 9 AM-12:30 PM *includes continental breakfast 7 PM Evening Gala Prizes! Fun! Informative! Guest Speakers: Ruth Hamm & Diana Tripke Tickets: $40 Early Bird $30 if purchased by April 30th Purchase Tickets online at www.victorylife.ca-Click 'donate' and specify 'ladies ticket' For more info: 250-862-3044 www.victorylife.ca

Penticton, Kelowna and Oliver Grandmothers for Africa are hosting a Spring Sale of scarves, jewelry, and Mother’s Day gifts at the Frog City Café in Linden Gardens in Kaleden from 10AM until 2 on Sat. May 6th

The Kelowna SPCA is having it's 2nd Annual Spring Cleaning Garage Sale at the Shelter (3785 Casorso Rd) from 8 am - Noon on 7th May '17. A large quantity of used cat/dog/rodent/bird cages, carriers and accessories will be available for sale "by donation". Come support the animals and get a great deal at the same time!

Prizes, healthy snacks, games, bouncy castles, face painting and much more! The 12th annual Healthy Kids Day, presented by Interior Savings Credit Union, is a free family event focused on promoting the health and wellness of our children. The festival like event will host an entertainment stage and dozens of community businesses and organizations all...

The Asian Heritage Month Family Sundays at Kelowna Art Gallery will be held every Sunday in May. There are four community groups teaching arts and crafts such as the Japanese, Korean, Filipino and Chinese. This is an annual family event enjoyed by children and parents every year. Every parent is encouraged to bring his or her children to participate and celebrate Asian Month in the Okanagan.

It's that time of year again to get your used books out and donate them to the Friends of the Westbank Library for their annual book sale. Please drop used books off at the Heritage Retirement Residence, 3630 Brown Rd, West Kelowna from 10 am to 4 pm any day of the week from May 8th to May 25th

Connecting Business and Government Support Services What: The 2017 Kelowna Small Business Information Expo When: Wednesday May 10th, 2017 Where: Laurel Packinghouse 1304 Ellis St, Kelowna, BC V1Y 1Z9 WHY: The SBIE will feature a tradeshow which will give you the opportunity to speak face-to-face with experts from 20 plus support programs who provide valuable resources to small businesses. Interested in learning about how government support programs can help your business and your clients? Please join us! In addition to the tradeshow portion of the Expo, you will have the chance to attend two free educational panel sessions! **Please note that seating at the panel sessions are limited, and on a first-come, first-serve basis.** Check us out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/1155976847843548/ Check us out on Twitter: https://twitter.com/OSMEPacific

Tickets are on sale from May 10th to May 24th. at Dr. Specs Optical between MEC & Natures Fare for $60.00 – cash or cheque please. Come have fun June 3rd, Sat Night, at the Parkinson Recreation.center, Kelowna

Plants and garden related items on sale for great prices. Master Gardeners will answer questions. Raffles.

Fresh air, sweet and savory fare, finds that are rare, it’s an annual affair! It’s a great spring tradition, 5 years of handcrafted heaven! Over 60 local artists, one of a kind finds. You will discover amazing gifts for mom and keepers for yourself. Be sure you stop in to support your local makers. We have flowers and baked treats for the first 200 moms, and lots of door prizes! Please bring a cash donation for ISEE Solutions. www.iseesolutions.org If you create with your hands and are looking for venues to show the world your talent, contact blazeeventskelowna@gmail.com