Aug. 2
Schubert Centre thrift shop bargain sale Friday, 10-2. Barbecue and happy hour. Non-meat options are available at the barbecue, which runs 11:30-1:30. Happy hour is 1-3.
First Friday Studio Stroll free monthly art event where artists open their studios to the public (firstfridayokanagan.com): 12–6 Laurel Fredin at 7970 Baker Hogg Rd.; 2–8 Christine Kashuba at 7371 McKoryk Rd.; 1–5 Gerry Marchand at 4216 Wellington Dr.; 12–4 Lisa Nagy at 4101 Okanagan Ave.; 2–6 Sue Schierer at 4712 Belleview Dr.; 2:30–6:30 Mary Tremayne at 2502 22nd St.; 2–6 Nancy Vince at 3021 Coachwood Cres.
Dixie Fried Hep Katz play Armstrong's Music in the Park Friday at Memorial Park, 7 p.m. Food truck on site. Free event but bring a non-perishable food bank donation.
Aug. 4
Silver Star Mountain Museum free event Sunday at 10 a.m. Come learn about the history of the Silver Star Fire Lookout. Jim Wright has over 30 years experience with the Ministry of Forestry. With his passion for photography and knowledge of forestry Jim is sure to educate us on the forests that surround us. Meet in front of Evolve at 10 a.m. You will require a gondola pass. If you do not have one a group rate will be given when we meet. To register, email Debbie at dell6506@gmail.com
Aug. 6
Sveva Caetani's 107th birthday celebrate with 2-for-1 guided tour at 1 p.m., free self-guided tours, deals on membership and gift shop items, plus free treats and goodie bags.
Vernon She Shed Society will be holding an open house information evening 6 to 7 p.m. on Aug. 6 & 27 at the shed 7158 Meadowlark Rd. New intro sessions begin Sept. 22 and 24, 2024. For more info contact vernonsheshed@gmail.com.
Aug. 8
Downtown Sounds free concerts Thursdays in August 6-7:30 p.m. by the Vernon Museum with food trucks, vendors, games, bring your own chairs and listen to the Shawn Lightfoot Band Aug. 8 and The Cat Wells Project Aug. 15.
Aug. 9
Hat Trick Band play Armstrong's Music in the Park Friday at Memorial Park, 7 p.m. Food truck on site. Free event but bring a non-perishable food bank donation.
Aug. 10
Garage Sale multi-family and Order of Eastern Sale sale Saturday 8-12 at 4300 Poplar Dr., in Spallumcheen. Hot dogs and drinks for sale, all proceeds to cancer and Eastern Star charities.
Nature Walk Join the North Okanagan Naturalists’ Club on the Longacre Trail, Okanagan Landing 9-11 a.m. Meet at the small parking lot at east end of trail on Apollo Road near Longacre Drive. Take Apollo south off Okanagan Landing Road. www.nonc.ca
Aug. 11
Cat/Kitten Adoptions Okanagan Humane Society hosts adoption event Sunday from 11-1 at AJ’s Pets N Things in Vernon to meet and apply on-site for cats and kittens that are ready to find forever homes. All cats and kittens will be spayed/neutered, vaccinated, microchipped, and ready to go home with you right away!
Aug. 15
Poetry reading with Kerry Gilbert, Laisha Rosnau and Jason Emde at Raku Thursday with food and conviviality until 8 p.m., poetry and continued conviviality after.
ONGOING:
Okanagan Landing Stationhouse Museum (adjoining Paddlewheel Hall) celebrates the history of the area and houses an amazing 21'x4' scale model depicting Okanagan Landing in 1914, when sternwheelers provided the only transportation from Vernon to Penticton. Open Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Noon-4pm throughout August. Admission by donation. Paddlewheel Park, 7813 OK Landing Rd. Call 250-558-4233 for further info. or to book a private tour at any time of the year.
Vernon Horseshoe Club pitching shoes every Tuesday and Thursday evening at 6 p.m. on Alexis Park Drive near 39th Avenue. The club has a relaxed, fun atmosphere - come and go as you please. Annual membership fee is $45, children under 18 are free but must be accompanied by an adult. We have extra horseshoes to loan. For further information please contact Dwight at 250-545-2798 or cousinsclan1@gmail.com or Darlene at Marydar@shaw.ca.
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.
Vernon Community Singers welcomes the return of founding director Paul Hunter following the retirement of Terry Logan. The new season starts Sept. 4 and Hunter is seeking more men to build the bass sound of the choir. Email pchsings@gmail.com or vernonsingers@gmail.com.
Are you a breast cancer survivor who loves being outdoors in good, supportive company? Come and join the Buoyant Buddies Dragon Boat team and help us fill our boat. Practices are held on Swan Lake, Tuesday and Thursday evenings between 6 and 7.30 p.m. No experience necessary. For more information contactLorinda at bbvernon01@gmail.com
Caetani Centre self-guided tours in the newly renovated building from Tuesdays to Fridays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Guided Tours continue tours throughout the summer on Thursday evenings and Saturdays.
National Association of Federal Retirees hosts Koffee Klatch at the Village Green Mall food court every third Wednesday of the month at 10:30 a.m. 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 Farmers Market every Monday and Thursday 9-1 at Kal Tire Place.
Polson Artisan Market Friday nights throughout the summer in Polson Park 4-8 p.m. with vendors and food trucks May 17 to Sept. 13.
Enderby Farmers Market 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Friday in downtown Enderby.
Parkinson’s Disease NO MEETINGS in JULY or AUGUST 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 a 19,000 sq.ft. hall in Enderby with entertaining, technology-based art installations, open Thursday to Sunday from 11-5 @ 507 Granville Ave., Enderby. Featuring The Forty Part Motet, a virtual 40-piece choir as well as 3 other large works by artists Janet Cardiff and George Bures Miller.
Vernon Area Newcomers NO MEETINGS IN JULY OR AUGUST meet the first Tuesday of the month at 6:15 p.m. at the Vernon Public Library. For more information visit the club website vernonareanewcomers.ca or email new2vernon@gmail.com
Vintage Car Club meets the second Thursday of the month at the Schubert Centre at 7 p.m.
Freemasons meet at the Masonic Lodge at 3005A - 32nd St. every month. Miriam Lodge #20 tyles at 7:30 p.m. the second Thursday of each month. Kalamalka Lodge #160 tyles at 7:30 p.m. the first Monday 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 70+ Join us for weekly coffee, lunches and dinners, social outings, potlucks, events in the community, games and cards. Our meeting place is Vernon Family Church Hall.
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.
Halina Centre Floor curling on Monday mornings at 9:30. All equipment supplied, $3 members, $5 drop-in. First time free. Bingo every Tuesday at 1 (doors open at noon) and Fridays 12-3. Mahjongg 1 p.m. every Wednesday, open to experienced players and everyone who would like to learn the game: $3 for members and $5 for non members. Dance the Afternoon Away every Thursday 2-4 p.m. to old time music. Come alone, bring a partner or just listen. 50/50 tickets and snacks. Monthly pancake breakfast, the fourth Saturday of every month.
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 judgement 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 Grant at 250-896-0376 or email gmwaldman@outlook.com.
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 6 p.m. on the last Thursday of the month at People Place, located at 3402-27th Ave. For further information contact: Lainey at 587-343-1285 or Ramona at 250-308-5584 (evenings are best), or email Vernon@tcfcanada.net.
Vernon Scottish Country Dancers meet at Knox Presbyterian Church Hall on Alexis Park Drive every Tuesday evening 7-9 p.m. Come join us and learn to jig, reel and dance the Strathspey. Instruction in basic steps to get you going. Check us out on Facebook — Vernon Scottish Country Dancers.
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!
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.
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.
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.
Vernon & District Garden Club meets every fourth Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m., in the Vernon Arts Centre, 2704 Highway 6 (Polson Park). There will be a guest speaker each meeting. Guests are welcome.
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. Falkland Senior Centre meets Mondays at 7 p.m. 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.
Vernon & District Family History Society Resource centre at Peace Lutheran Church 1204 30th Ave. (lower level) is open Wednesdays 10-noon and Saturday 1-3 p.m. Are you wondering about your family’s roots? Come in and start look.
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 People Place (101-3402 27th Ave.) doors open at 7:15 p.m. meeting from 7:30 to 8:30 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/ Send questions to hootyowl@shaw.ca
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.
Vernon Fiddlers Club is seeking new members who are developing or skilled in the old—time fiddle genre to jam, with a potential for performance at retirement homes and for old-time dances. Also seeking back-up players on guitar and piano who may have the opportunity to play lead. Call 250-306-8918.
Gentle Yoga is 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 Weekly activities include Sunday meditation, and Sunday celebration at 10:30 a.m., Monday meditation, Science of Mind book study on Tuesdays, Wednesdays offer a Yoga class, A Course in Miracles, and the first and third Wednesdays of the month a Women’s Group meets. On the last Wednesday of each month there is a movement meditation, and once a month on a Friday is a chance to relax and have fun with a Games Night, held outdoors in fair weather and with indoor board games in winter. Gentle yoga Fridays at noon. And drop-ins are welcome to all events at 2913 – 29th Ave.
