What's Happening Around Vernon May 4 -10, 2019

May 3 to 5 2019, we are offering a unique powerful women's retreat at Sparkling Hill Resort. Featuring, a Crystal Bowl Welcome, Ancestral Clearing, Angel Therapy,  Heart Resonance, Energy & Frequency, Neuroscience and Power of Vision Workshops, Energy Suckers & Who Are They and Tuning Into Your Home Frequency.

Sparking Hill Check -in Friday, May 3, 2019 4 pm
Retreat Registration: 5pm to 6:30 pm receive your welcome package
Relax and rejuvenate with KurSpa steam rooms, saunas, relaxation rooms and pools.

For more info and a schedule of May 4 and 5 please click the website linkprovided.

There will be private healing sessions Saturday starting at 5:30 pm.

* For private sessions please book in advance by emailing the information provided.

Find a treasure for you, your home or your pet while supporting a worthy cause at the BC SPCA Vernon & District Branch Garage Sale.

If you have saleable items to donate please drop them off at the Big Steel Box at the BC SPCA Vernon & District Branch during open hours, Tuesday to Saturday, 12 - 4 p.m. Beach Radio Events Crew will be on site. Bakery goodies and Starbucks coffee available for purchase.

For a list of items accepted and not accepted please click the website linkprovided.

If you have large pieces of furniture or any items you aren’t sure about that you would like to donate, please call ahead to inquire at the information provided.

XC Race will be held at Ellison Provincial Park, please visit the website linkprovided to learn more information. The theme is "Good old-fashioned Bike Race"!

Bigger and badder than ever before, the 3rd Annual Vernon Bike Fest is back and is packed with the events you’ve come to love as well as some new ones to keep you on the edge of your saddle!

30th Vernon Yacht Club Boat & Watersports Show

May 4 & 5 – 2019

Saturday May 4th: 10am to 6:00 pm *NEW HOURS*

Sunday May 5th: 9am to 4:00 pm

The Kal Tire Shuttle Service for the public runs every 10 mins from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm from the Marshall Field Parking Lot to the Boat Show.

Okanagan's Own Gathering of collectors and Fans! Vernon Comic Con is almost here!

Come join the fun, meet some wonderful collectors, artists, play games, search through a plethora of long boxes for that special comic, find unique collectables, view stunning props, costumes, cards, video and board games, photo ops, vintage items and much more. From private collectors and artists to retail outlets bringing out their special items that are hardly seen with many deals. For those that have never been to a collectable show or con, this event has something for everyone and it’s much more than you think. It’s created for the entire family!

Come ride your bike along the shores of Kalamalka Lake while discovering some of the region’s talented artists. Live painting, performers, and music. Come see what all the fuss is about with the exquisite pathway. Feel free to come on foot or on a bike, just come out and enjoy the beauty of the Okanagan!

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

Imagine a creature tens of thousands of years old, sent to Earth as a watcher by a shadowy race of gods.

Now imagine that he’s equally capable of appearing as a crow or a human, with the jaded attitude of a film noir detective, and you have the personality profile of a character known as Dead Crow.

As the introductory prose poem to a work-in-progress of narrative poems, the Prologue combines elements of mythology drawn from classical, Celtic and aboriginal sources to create its powerful central character.

To realize this vision Joyce fuses techniques from live theatre, film and a compelling soundtrack written and recorded by composer Noel Fudge.

To introduce the film Joyce will speak about the various literary and aesthetic sources that went into the creation of the character and the poems.

$28 Adult
$22 Youth <18
Sunday Matinee
$26 Adult
$22 Youth <18

Season Tickets Now on Sale!

Violent ambition shatters medieval Scotland in this mesmerizing tale of tyranny, dark magic and murder. Witness for yourself the play whose very name is said to carry a curse that dares everyone involved to survive its haunting -- audiences and theatres alike. Known by the name that is safely spoken aloud, “The Scottish Play” draws you inescapably into the story of the undoing of its notorious characters. Experience first hand the terror that comes when unlocking this old masterpiece’s chilling study of power and corruption [that has never been more relevant]. “Something wicked this way comes.

By William Shakespeare / Directed by Matt Brown

The Jazz program faculty of Capilano University unleash their own brand of musical poetry. Separately the players represent some of the finest performing and recording artists in the Canadian jazz scene, producing a wide selection of jazz styles. Collectively, they score an immeasurable impact mentoring the next generation of the nation’s Jazz musicians at one of the top music institutions our country has to offer. The evenings performance is guaranteed to be a masterful concert that shouldn’t be missed.  

Cap U Faculty consists of Dennis Esson (trombone), Steve Kaldestad (Sax), Brad Turner (Trumpet & Piano), Jared Burrows (Guitar), Dave Robbins (Drums) and Laura Harrison (Vocals). 

~ Diane Lines ~ $15 cover

 In 2018 Diane was inducted into the BC Entertainment Hall of Fame. She was also nominated for an Ovation Award as Musical Director of the Year. Diane was the pianist/accompanist for Grammy winner Michael Bublé and has also performed with a variety of artists including: Gabriel Mark Hasselbach, Marian McPartland, Beverley Elliott, Dee Daniels, Jim Byrnes, Blues Boss Kenny Wayne, Gospel great John Boutte, Alfie Zappacosta, Bria Skonberg, Linda Tillery, Amanda Wood and Shari Ulrich. Diane was the principal pianist and vocalist with the Dal Richards Orchestra from 2002 to the present. She performed throughout the United States as keyboardist and vocalist with Mac Frampton’s Hollywood Hills Orchestra.
Diane is the musical Director/arranger for the high-spirited Pals Chorus and the musically accomplished Sound Eclectic Choir.

May 3 to 5 2019, we are offering a unique powerful women's retreat at Sparkling Hill Resort. Featuring, a Crystal Bowl Welcome, Ancestral Clearing, Angel Therapy,  Heart Resonance, Energy & Frequency, Neuroscience and Power of Vision Workshops, Energy Suckers & Who Are They and Tuning Into Your Home Frequency.

Sparking Hill Check -in Friday, May 3, 2019 4 pm
Retreat Registration: 5pm to 6:30 pm receive your welcome package
Relax and rejuvenate with KurSpa steam rooms, saunas, relaxation rooms and pools.

For more info and a schedule of May 4 and 5 please click the website linkprovided.

There will be private healing sessions Saturday starting at 5:30 pm.

* For private sessions please book in advance by emailing the information provided.

Trail and ultra run - 50km, 25km & 8km. 

The 50km is once again the 2018 was the Canadian Mountain Running Championships!

Parking and Race Start Location: Drive to the Juniper/Jade entrance to Kalamalka Provincial Park on Kidston Rd.

Ultra Run – an ultra run is 50km plus so this is the first of the Dirty Feet ultras in Vernon BC! – Registration will be limited to 400. If 400 people are registered a shuttle will be available for the 8km. This run is located at Kalamalka Provincial Park and will be quite different to the half marathon course in July. The race will include an 8km, 25km and 50km. There will be a 25km loop that the 50km runners will do twice.

30th Vernon Yacht Club Boat & Watersports Show

May 4 & 5 – 2019

Saturday May 4th: 10am to 6:00 pm *NEW HOURS*

Sunday May 5th: 9am to 4:00 pm

The Kal Tire Shuttle Service for the public runs every 10 mins from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm from the Marshall Field Parking Lot to the Boat Show.

Sunday, May 5 is Demo Day! Bigger and badder than ever before, the 3rd Annual Vernon Bike Fest is back and is packed with the events you’ve come to love as well as some new ones to keep you on the edge of your saddle!

Location: Ellison Provincial Park (Booths in the upper lot, park in the lower day lot)

The IG Wealth Management Walk for Alzheimer’s is the Alzheimer Society of B.C.'s flagship fundraiser and is a way British Columbians can celebrate and remember people in their lives who have been affected by dementia, while they raise valuable funds and awareness to create change.

Each year we honour a member of the local community who has been affected by dementia or who has valuably contributed to the lives of people living with the disease in Vernon. This year we honour Margaret Stecyk and family, members of the community who have been affected by dementia.

Margaret Stecyk is living well with dementia. She and her family have all attended Minds in Motion®, the Alzheimer Society of B.C.’s social and fitness program for people in the early stages of dementia. “It gives her stability and she loves the exercise,” says Margaret's daughter, Charlene. “It was a real constant in her life when everything else was in upheaval.”

Get your family, friends and colleagues together and join us for an amazing day at the 2019 IG Wealth Management Walk for Alzheimer’s.

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

$28 Adult
$22 Youth <18
Sunday Matinee
$26 Adult
$22 Youth <18

Season Tickets Now on Sale!

Violent ambition shatters medieval Scotland in this mesmerizing tale of tyranny, dark magic and murder. Witness for yourself the play whose very name is said to carry a curse that dares everyone involved to survive its haunting -- audiences and theatres alike. Known by the name that is safely spoken aloud, “The Scottish Play” draws you inescapably into the story of the undoing of its notorious characters. Experience first hand the terror that comes when unlocking this old masterpiece’s chilling study of power and corruption [that has never been more relevant]. “Something wicked this way comes.

By William Shakespeare / Directed by Matt Brown

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.

“Crystal Bowls Vernon” happens once a month on the Sunday eve closest to the time of the New Moon. We gather at 6:30 pm for this 2-hour event at Tidal Elements Healing Arts Studio to listen to the beautiful bowls and receive the amazing sound therapy that comes with it.

A love donation of $20 is graciously accepted at the door. Please come 10 minutes early with a bottle of water and any blankets & pillows you may wish to have for comfort. We look forward to BE-ing with you soon!

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

$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“.

Think you can’t draw? Think again! Achieve realistic drawings using the elements of shape, space, light, shadow and relationships. Students will capture essence and movement through contour and gesture and develop confidence through practice. Price includes all materials.

no class May 20 Members $222 Non-Members $237

Call or drop by the Arts Centre to register today!

Dr. Anne Innis Dagg re-traces the steps of her groundbreaking 1956 journey to South Africa to study giraffes in the wild – and discovers a startling contrast between the world of giraffes she once knew and the one it has become. Weaving through the past and present, her harrowing journey gives us an intimate look into the factors that destroyed her career and the forces that brought her back.

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

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!

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

Park & Play at Sawicki Park April 16, May 7, May 28 and June 18.

Your $20 ticket gets you a famous Kal Burger, and a beverage of your choice; beer, highball or wine.  $10 from each ticket supports the work of the Learning Disabilities Association of BC, supporting young learners in Vernon and area.

Wednesday night is also Jam Night.  Becca T. and Bad Habitz will be featured.  50/50 Draws.

For more information and for tickets, please use the email address provided.

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

$28 Adult
$22 Youth <18
Sunday Matinee
$26 Adult
$22 Youth <18

Season Tickets Now on Sale!

Violent ambition shatters medieval Scotland in this mesmerizing tale of tyranny, dark magic and murder. Witness for yourself the play whose very name is said to carry a curse that dares everyone involved to survive its haunting -- audiences and theatres alike. Known by the name that is safely spoken aloud, “The Scottish Play” draws you inescapably into the story of the undoing of its notorious characters. Experience first hand the terror that comes when unlocking this old masterpiece’s chilling study of power and corruption [that has never been more relevant]. “Something wicked this way comes.

By William Shakespeare / Directed by Matt Brown

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!

Help raise funds towards the new Palliative Care Suites. Tickets are $50 per ticket and include a glass of wine, appies, coffee and tea. Amazing door prizes, group tables, reservations can be made at the gift shop! Tickets are available at VJH Auxiliary Gift Shop

The world wide musical sensation MAMMA MIA debut's for the first time in the North Okanagan! Put on your disco shoes and be swept into the romantic comedy that follows the story on the Greek island of Kalokairi, bride-to-be Sophie Sheridan reveals to her best friends that she has secretly invited three men to her wedding with out telling her mother, Donna. Having read her mothers diary from the 70's, it is revealed, one of them is her dad and she dreams of being given away by him.

The story that unfolds when all three possible dads show up will leave you transported into a story of love and hilarity! You will fall in love again and again with the famous music from the group ABBA including hits, Dancing Queen, Mamma Mia, Money Money, The Winner Takes it All and many more!

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!

$28 Adult
$22 Youth <18
Sunday Matinee
$26 Adult
$22 Youth <18

Season Tickets Now on Sale!

Violent ambition shatters medieval Scotland in this mesmerizing tale of tyranny, dark magic and murder. Witness for yourself the play whose very name is said to carry a curse that dares everyone involved to survive its haunting -- audiences and theatres alike. Known by the name that is safely spoken aloud, “The Scottish Play” draws you inescapably into the story of the undoing of its notorious characters. Experience first hand the terror that comes when unlocking this old masterpiece’s chilling study of power and corruption [that has never been more relevant]. “Something wicked this way comes.

By William Shakespeare / Directed by Matt Brown

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

The Okanagan Mascot Games bring some of your favourite mascots head to head in challenging battles to see who will come out the ultimate champion!

Meet and greet your favourite mascots, catch some fist bumps, high fives and hugs along with photos to last a lifetime! The games start and the mascots form teams challenging each other to win the ultimate glory of Mascot Champion!

Souvenir Game Tickets will be available at the door when presenting your payment form.

Visit the website link provided for further details.

The world wide musical sensation MAMMA MIA debut's for the first time in the North Okanagan! Put on your disco shoes and be swept into the romantic comedy that follows the story on the Greek island of Kalokairi, bride-to-be Sophie Sheridan reveals to her best friends that she has secretly invited three men to her wedding with out telling her mother, Donna. Having read her mothers diary from the 70's, it is revealed, one of them is her dad and she dreams of being given away by him.

The story that unfolds when all three possible dads show up will leave you transported into a story of love and hilarity! You will fall in love again and again with the famous music from the group ABBA including hits, Dancing Queen, Mamma Mia, Money Money, The Winner Takes it All and many more!

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

$28 Adult
$22 Youth <18
Sunday Matinee
$26 Adult
$22 Youth <18

Season Tickets Now on Sale!

Violent ambition shatters medieval Scotland in this mesmerizing tale of tyranny, dark magic and murder. Witness for yourself the play whose very name is said to carry a curse that dares everyone involved to survive its haunting -- audiences and theatres alike. Known by the name that is safely spoken aloud, “The Scottish Play” draws you inescapably into the story of the undoing of its notorious characters. Experience first hand the terror that comes when unlocking this old masterpiece’s chilling study of power and corruption [that has never been more relevant]. “Something wicked this way comes.

By William Shakespeare / Directed by Matt Brown