What's Happening Around Vernon May 17 - 24, 2019

O'Keefe Ranch and Breeze Wellness are offering Goat Yoga again this year with the addition of Sunrise Yoga.

Yoga with Goats is always fun as our inquisitive and friendly goats encourage you in your Yoga poses.
Sunrise Yoga allows you to enjoy the beautiful view atop our hill and breathe the fresh air as you practice the many poses of sun salutations.

Sunrise Yoga @7am $10/person May 22,29, June 5
Yoga with Goats @ 9am $20/person May 18, 25,29,June 1 & 5
Register by calling 250-542-7868
Please send questions to [email protected]

The Falkland Stampede is a 3 Day Event featuring Bronc Riding, Bull Riding, Barrel Racing, Clown Acts, Full Throttle Trick Riders, and much more.

The Stampede kicks off Saturday Afternoon at 1pm. Sunday also begins with the rodeo action at 1pm. Monday starts with a Heavy Horse Pull at 10am, and the Stampede at 1pm.

The action continues Saturday and Sunday night with a 19+ dance at the local Community Hall, starting at 8pm each night. Pre-Sale ticket holders are guaranteed entry with 2 pieces of valid ID until 11pm each night. After 11pm ticket holders may be required to wait in line if the hall is at capacity.

Tickets can be purchased at the gate.

Senior Pass - Age 65+
Student Pass - Age 7-15
Children 6 & under - Free

All pools will be open and on a rotational basis, the climbing wall, diving board, rapids channel, bubble pit, raindrop, rope swing & slide will be available. Sauna, steam room & hot tub always open. The lap pool will have a min of 1 lane open for lap swimming.

Prices:

Adult 19+ $6.15

Youth 13-18 and 65 years+ $4.60

Child 7-12 $4.00

Preschool 3-6 $2.00

Family $13.45

A public swim at a bargain price, $2! All pools will be open and on a rotational basis, the climbing wall, diving board, rapids channel, bubble pit, raindrop, rope swing & slide will be available. Sauna, steam room & hot tub always open. The lap pool will have 3 lanes open.

All pools will be open and on a rotational basis, the climbing wall, diving board, rapids channel, bubble pit, raindrop, rope swing & slide will be available. Sauna, steam room & hot tub always open. The lap pool will have a min of 1 lane open for lap swimming.

Prices:

Adult 19+ $6.15

Youth 13-18 and 65 years+ $4.60

Child 7-12 $4.00

Preschool 3-6 $2.00

Family $13.45

Dance for Ruth will be on May 18, 2019 starting at 7 pm going until 1 am. There will be live music from the Shawn Lightfoot Band, a live auction, balloon pop, treasure and door prizes!

Tickets are $50 in advance and are available at Bannister GM, Bannister Honda, The Schubert Centre and Cheek to Cheek Dance Studio (Cash only).

Twice nominated “best jazz clarinetist” in the National Jazz Awards, LEO award-winning composer/performer James Danderfer has been performing and recording with some of the finest jazz musicians in North America. This night’s performance gathers a quintet of powerful players including JUNO award winners Oliver Gannon and Brad Turner.  

The James Danderfer Quintet includes James Danderfer(Clarinet and Sax) is joined by Oliver Gannon (guitar), Brad Turner (piano), Karl Kohut (bass), and Quincy Davis(drums)

Crepe Bistro is on-site every Sunday starting May 5 through to September.

Join us for tasty Crepes on our outdoor deck or in the Rail Trail Cafe.

The Falkland Stampede is a 3 Day Event featuring Bronc Riding, Bull Riding, Barrel Racing, Clown Acts, Full Throttle Trick Riders, and much more.

The Stampede kicks off Saturday Afternoon at 1pm. Sunday also begins with the rodeo action at 1pm. Monday starts with a Heavy Horse Pull at 10am, and the Stampede at 1pm.

The action continues Saturday and Sunday night with a 19+ dance at the local Community Hall, starting at 8pm each night. Pre-Sale ticket holders are guaranteed entry with 2 pieces of valid ID until 11pm each night. After 11pm ticket holders may be required to wait in line if the hall is at capacity.

Tickets can be purchased at the gate.

Senior Pass - Age 65+
Student Pass - Age 7-15
Children 6 & under - Free

All pools will be open and on a rotational basis, the climbing wall, diving board, rapids channel, bubble pit, raindrop, rope swing & slide will be available. Sauna, steam room & hot tub always open. The lap pool will have a min of 1 lane open for lap swimming.

Prices:

Adult 19+ $6.15

Youth 13-18 and 65 years+ $4.60

Child 7-12 $4.00

Preschool 3-6 $2.00

Family $13.45

Somebody Loves You, Mr. Hatch is set in a friendly and quaint town in the 1940s. Mr. Hatch is a tall, thin, lonely man who works a simple but important job attaching the aglets to shoelaces at a factory. He often spends time alone and doesn’t have the confidence or desire to make or keep friends. One day his life turns around when he receives a package on Valentine’s Day with a pink bow that has a message that reads, “Somebody loves you.” Mr. Hatch’s world is turned upside down and he begins to make friends, enjoy all sorts of nice foods, and the fun parts of life that he once ignored. 

Tickets are free but registration is required

(max 4 per order – email [email protected] to request more per order)

A public swim at a bargain price, $2! All pools will be open and on a rotational basis, the climbing wall, diving board, rapids channel, bubble pit, raindrop, rope swing & slide will be available. Sauna, steam room & hot tub always open. The lap pool will have 3 lanes open.

All pools will be open and on a rotational basis, the climbing wall, diving board, rapids channel, bubble pit, raindrop, rope swing & slide will be available. Sauna, steam room & hot tub always open. The lap pool will have a min of 1 lane open for lap swimming.

Prices:

Adult 19+ $6.15

Youth 13-18 and 65 years+ $4.60

Child 7-12 $4.00

Preschool 3-6 $2.00

Family $13.45

Every Monday & Thursday, April 18 – Oct 31 Rain or Shine! 

from local fruit, vegetables, meat, seafood, crafts, art, gourmet foods, plants, flowers, gifts, liquor, and delicious baking.  Entertainment and children’s activities often add to the cheerful atmosphere. Lively chatter and friendly faces welcome residents and visitors alike. We’re surrounded by plenty of free parking and have an onsite ATM. So bring the whole family to experience the vibrant colours, fresh flavours, aromatic smells, and fun sounds.

Join the Vernon Farmers Market on Facebook! If you have any questions please contact Ingrid Baron at the information provided.

The Falkland Stampede is a 3 Day Event featuring Bronc Riding, Bull Riding, Barrel Racing, Clown Acts, Full Throttle Trick Riders, and much more.

The Stampede kicks off Saturday Afternoon at 1pm. Sunday also begins with the rodeo action at 1pm. Monday starts with a Heavy Horse Pull at 10am, and the Stampede at 1pm.

The action continues Saturday and Sunday night with a 19+ dance at the local Community Hall, starting at 8pm each night. Pre-Sale ticket holders are guaranteed entry with 2 pieces of valid ID until 11pm each night. After 11pm ticket holders may be required to wait in line if the hall is at capacity.

Tickets can be purchased at the gate.

Senior Pass - Age 65+
Student Pass - Age 7-15
Children 6 & under - Free

$225.00 per student

In these programs, students will be introduced to acting techniques and theatre skills – improvisation, character building, script analysis, creative movement, and vocal work. These young artists will work together to create, collaborate and direct an original piece of theatre for the holiday season.

During events, Parking on-site is limited to handicapped and senior parking only. Please do not park in parking spaces marked “Reserved“.

A gripping true story of humanity and heroism, HOTEL MUMBAI vividly recounts the 2008 siege of the famed Taj Hotel by a group of terrorists in Mumbai, India. Refusing to leave their guests, the renowned chef Hemant Oberoi (Anupam Kher) and a waiter (Academy Award-Nominee Dev Patel, Slumdog Millionaire) choose to risk their lives to keep everyone safe.  As the world watches on, a desperate couple (Armie Hammer, Call Me By Your Name and Nazanin Boniadi, “Homeland") is forced to make unthinkable sacrifices to protect their newborn child. trailer

Cash wine bar available.

Live Music by Les Copland in the lobby before the 5:15 showing 

Tremendous Trivia and Alexanders Beach PUB & Liquor Store are pleased to present Monday Night Trivia, every week starting at 7:00. Gather up your family and friends, and bring a team down to challenge the others in general knowledge, music trivia, and mini-games. There are plenty of prizes available to win - gift certificates, hats, shirts, and the prestigious Tremendous Trivia trophy!

We have dry ribs on special for $5 a pound, and rotating drink specials for our hungry and thirsty trivia teams! Tremendous Trivia committed to producing the best pub trivia experience ever. The show includes questions projected on the big screen, 2 music rounds, and a passionate and entertaining host. It is designed to provide fun for all ages!

All pools will be open and on a rotational basis, the climbing wall, diving board, rapids channel, bubble pit, raindrop, rope swing & slide will be available. Sauna, steam room & hot tub always open. The lap pool will have a min of 1 lane open for lap swimming.

Prices:

Adult 19+ $6.15

Youth 13-18 and 65 years+ $4.60

Child 7-12 $4.00

Preschool 3-6 $2.00

Family $13.45

A gripping true story of humanity and heroism, HOTEL MUMBAI vividly recounts the 2008 siege of the famed Taj Hotel by a group of terrorists in Mumbai, India. Refusing to leave their guests, the renowned chef Hemant Oberoi (Anupam Kher) and a waiter (Academy Award-Nominee Dev Patel, Slumdog Millionaire) choose to risk their lives to keep everyone safe.  As the world watches on, a desperate couple (Armie Hammer, Call Me By Your Name and Nazanin Boniadi, “Homeland") is forced to make unthinkable sacrifices to protect their newborn child. trailer

Cash wine bar available.

Live Music by Les Copland in the lobby before the 5:15 showing 

Discover this unique art style as you learn how to give up control and let unpredictability and chance guide your art. Explore mark making techniques, the use of different mediums and materials, and how to express emotion through colour, line, texture, movement and collage. Learn how to incorporate music, literature and nature into your creative process and complete finished abstract works on canvas. Students should wear art appropriate clothing. Price includes all materials.

Tuesdays, April 30 to May 21   3:30 pm to 5:00 pm (4 classes) …or…

Mondays, May 27 to June 17   3:30 pm to 5:00 pm (4 classes)

Members $85 Non-Members $100  (price includes all materials)

To register, call or drop by the Arts Centre today!

Come and network with other business leaders in the community and learn more about Pickleball Depot, which meets the needs of an increasingly popular sport.

To attend, it is $5 for Chamber members or free with your M2M key tag (pay at the venue or register online). Non-members must register in advance and the fee is $15.

This is a FREE program provided by Greater Vernon Recreation. Our goal is to encourage families with children with get out, enjoy local parks and be active during the spring. Our focus is on FUN!

Please see schedule below for dates and parks.
Program runs Tuesdays from 5:30-7:00pm

Sovereign Park | 7604 Kidston Road
Apr 9, Apr 30, May 21 and Jun 11

O'Keefe Ranch and Breeze Wellness are offering Goat Yoga again this year with the addition of Sunrise Yoga.

Yoga with Goats is always fun as our inquisitive and friendly goats encourage you in your Yoga poses.
Sunrise Yoga allows you to enjoy the beautiful view atop our hill and breathe the fresh air as you practice the many poses of sun salutations.

Sunrise Yoga @7am $10/person May 22,29, June 5
Yoga with Goats @ 9am $20/person May 18, 25,29,June 1 & 5
Register by calling 250-542-7868
Please send questions to [email protected]

Last time was so much fun! Sister Speak returns to Ratio in Vernon May 22 as part of The Stand EP World Tour! Limited Seating (last show sold out). Get your tickets early :)

"Sister Speak" (CAN/USA) "Alt-Folk, World & Blues"
Tickets $12 in advance at: https://bit.ly/2UHtun9

Sister Speak is on a world tour in support of the sophomore record, 'The Stand EP.' The tour makes stops in Germany, USA, Canada, Central America and more. Frontwoman Sherri Anne grew up in BC and spent much of her childhood in the Okanagan. The live show combines passionate indie-rock, acoustic-blues and world music. Sponsors/partners: Taylor Guitars, D'addario, Jagasilk Tea

All pools will be open and on a rotational basis, the climbing wall, diving board, rapids channel, bubble pit, raindrop, rope swing & slide will be available. Sauna, steam room & hot tub always open. The lap pool will have a min of 1 lane open for lap swimming.

Prices:

Adult 19+ $6.15

Youth 13-18 and 65 years+ $4.60

Child 7-12 $4.00

Preschool 3-6 $2.00

Family $13.45

$30 General Admission

A true preserver of the spirit of folk music, 2017 Juno nominee Maria Dunn is often compared to Woody Guthrie for her keen social awareness and unvarnished songs about ordinary people. Her sixth album Gathering (2016) celebrates love—love of family, community, humanity that fires our actions to make the world a better place.
Shannon Johnson began studying violin at the age of three and quickly demonstrated an exceptional ability. She has won classical violin and fiddling awards at national and international levels. Shannon began performing professionally at the age of eight, wowing music fans and critics with her strong, pure playing and
exceptional improvisational skills.

$15 cover

~ APOLLO SUNS ~ Born from the fusing of seven uniquely talented Winnipeg, Canada based musicians, Apollo Suns have created a refreshing and innovative sound combining instrumental, rock, jazz and experimental music.
"Killer fusion jams which will be palatable to jazz and prog fans alike. This will definitely find a special way to your heart if you fancy the likes of Zappa's Hot Rats big band stuff. "
"Brass-driven musical goodness that incorporates jazz, fusion, prog and a loose playin' early '70's vibe. A very sweet, smooth listen."

Every Monday & Thursday, April 18 – Oct 31 Rain or Shine! 

from local fruit, vegetables, meat, seafood, crafts, art, gourmet foods, plants, flowers, gifts, liquor, and delicious baking.  Entertainment and children’s activities often add to the cheerful atmosphere. Lively chatter and friendly faces welcome residents and visitors alike. We’re surrounded by plenty of free parking and have an onsite ATM. So bring the whole family to experience the vibrant colours, fresh flavours, aromatic smells, and fun sounds.

Join the Vernon Farmers Market on Facebook! If you have any questions please contact Ingrid Baron at the information provided.

In this series with transformational memoir-writing instructor Janelle Hardy we’ll use a generative writing circle format with timed writing prompts to get ourselves into the writing habit, generate new stories as well as to share and listen deeply to one another.

This process is creative magic, connected, deep and playful. We'll write like wild women, swift, uncensored and unleashed. Limit to 6 participants per circle. $265.

$235.00 per student.

Late registrations will be accepted and pro-rated

Payment options are available – please call the office

In these programs, students will be introduced to acting techniques and theatre skills – improvisation, character building, script analysis, creative movement, and vocal work. These young artists will work together to create, collaborate and direct an original piece of theatre for the holiday season

This is a FREE program provided by Greater Vernon Recreation. Our goal is to encourage families with children to get out, enjoy local parks and be active during the spring. Our focus is on FUN!

Please see schedule below for dates and parks.
The program runs Tuesdays from 5:30-7:00 pm

Lakeview Park April 11, April 25, May 9, May 23, June 6 and June 20!

Do you know anyone with Talent? Starting this Thursday, bring them to our stage. Wing Night and Open Mic!

Karaoke! Comedy Material! Dance! Original Material! All are welcome!

The Sustainable Environment Network Society invites you to the Electric Car Show, taking place Thursday, May 23 from 7pm-9pm!

Go for some test drives, try an electric bicycle, and enjoy some solar and wind power displays. This is a free event and all are welcome to come an learn about the environmental impact of both the cars we're driving now and electric powered vehicles.

There will even be an all-electric 30' boat on display!

The Georgia Fats are a new band made up of three members with long histories in Canadian Music. No punch ins, no over dubs, just live off the floor the way it was done a long time ago. Joel Fafard, Boyd Norman, and Barry Taylor have come together from three different genres and histories to create gritty, greasy, diesel soaked blues rock with a fat groove bioengineered to get people moving.

Allan Brooks Nature Centre Mega Plant and Garage Sale Fundraiser. It’s that time again! Join us for the Allan Brooks Nature Centre Garage & Plant Sale Fundraiser!

There’s something for everyone! Drop off your donations at Allan Brooks Tues-Sat 9am-4pm.

Donations Appreciated Include Seasonal Decorations, Games, Pictures, CDs & LPs, Automotive Items, Furniture, Current Books, Housewares, Linens, Sports Equipment, Toys, Tools, Garden Equipment. Please, NO clothing, magazines, textbooks, encyclopedias, dated electronics, computer monitors, printers, or large appliances. "

Then join us May 24-26! SALE STARTS FRIDAY!!!

Bargain Day is Sunday, May 26! Let's all do our part to Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle! This event is one of our most important fundraisers. All money raised will go towards Allan Brooks Nature Centre’s educational and nature programs, help us to keep nature in our future!

A six-session workshop for adults with diabetes. Family members, caregivers & friends are welcome. 

Learn skills to manage daily challenges of living with Diabetes, healthy eating, physical activity, working with health care teams, and more. 

located in room 3 of People Place.

Each Friday; 9:30 am -12:00pm

All pools will be open and on a rotational basis, the climbing wall, diving board, rapids channel, bubble pit, raindrop, rope swing & slide will be available. Sauna, steam room & hot tub always open. The lap pool will have a min of 1 lane open for lap swimming.

Prices:

Adult 19+ $6.15

Youth 13-18 and 65 years+ $4.60

Child 7-12 $4.00

Preschool 3-6 $2.00

Family $13.45

This annual event is our major annual fundraiser for the Miracle Bucket Society and includes a gala evening featuring: a live auction with designer handbags, silent auction, unique getaways, complimentary wine, gourmet appetizers, gift bag, door prizes and more!

Evening’s Master of Ceremonies: Jason Armstrong (Beach Radio 107.5)
Live Auction Auctioneer: Don Raffan (Valley Auction Ltd.)

Ticket prices: Early Bird Price (Feb 14 - April 16) = $550 for a table of 8 or $70.00 per person

Apr 16 – May 24 = $600 for a table of 8 or $75.00 per person. 

Tickets available at Vernon Vitners or call or email the contact info provided.

For up to date information please click the website link.

All pools will be open and on a rotational basis, the climbing wall, diving board, rapids channel, bubble pit, raindrop, rope swing & slide will be available. Sauna, steam room & hot tub always open. The lap pool will have a min of 1 lane open for lap swimming.

Prices:

Adult 19+ $6.15

Youth 13-18 and 65 years+ $4.60

Child 7-12 $4.00

Preschool 3-6 $2.00

Family $13.45

The newly formed Chitarra da Camera Ensemble featuring accomplished local performers Martin Krátký, cello, Sandra Wilmot, violin, Ashley Kroecher, violin and Alan Rinehart, guitar are dedicated to exploring the chamber music repertoire that uses the guitar as an integral part of the group. The early part of the 19th century was a particularly rich period for such repertoire.

The concert program will include a variety of solo, duo, trio and quartet work by familiar composers such as Paganini, Haydn and Schubert as well as lesser-known composers such as Matiegka, Dotzauer and da Fossa.

Your favorite Northern Okanagan Dance / Rock Cover Band, that will have everyone in the house singing, and dancing to every live tune that they play.

Tim Reardon / Guitar & Vocals
Shane Sperling / Bass & Vocals
Don Mutter / Drums & Vocals