Oct. 25
Paddlewheel Coffee House Coldstream Live Music Society is working with Okanagan Landing Community Association to present the Paddlewheel Coffee House in Paddlewheel Hall on the fourth Friday of October. This show will use the Paddlewheel format, with a lineup of open mic performers, but no feature act. Doors open at 6:30 with the show starting at 7 p.m. Admission is $5. Performers wanting to play should contact Mike Fraser at 250-938-1858 to register.
Conjure the Spirits Victorian Halloween at Caetani Centre, 19+ Friday and Saturday at 7 p.m. Ticketseller.ca.
Halloween Tours Friday through Sunday bus leaves the Schubert Centre at 7 p.m. by donation to check out the spooky houses around Vernon. All ages welcome. By donation at the bus.
Field of Screams The 11th Gate Nightmare Harvest running Wednesdays-Sundays until Nov. 3 at O'Keefe Ranch. Tickets at fosokanagan.com or at the gate.
Oct. 26
Birding Outing join the North Okanagan Naturalists’ Club in the Commonage area, at Rose’s Pond, Tompson Lake and Birdie Lake at Predator Ridge Saturday 9-11 a.m. Meet on the road shoulder in front of Rose’s Pond on Commonage Road. From here we will drive to Tompson Lake and then Predator Ridge. www.nonc.ca
Horse Drawn Halloween Caravan Farm Theatre offers wagon rides the fields and forests with a trick or treat at the haunted house. Smokies, chili, craft beer, hot apple cider, pumpkin and apple pie. Rides run on the hour from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Book at caravanfarmtheatre.com
Vernon Buddhist Temple will be hosting a Zen-style Meditation session Sunday from 2:30-3:30 p.m. at the Vernon Japanese Cultural Centre, 4895 Bella Vista Rd. Our minister, Hirano Sensei, will give instructions for meditating while sitting on the floor or on a chair if wanted. We also welcome you on Oct. 26 to our Temple Service from 4-5:30 p.m. where we will chant a Sutra and listen to the Dharma (teachings of the Buddha) in English.
Hungry for Laughs Alex Mackenzie, Wes Barker, Brent Ayton and Yumii Nagashima serve up an evening of comedy and magic at the Vernon Performing Arts Centre Saturday 7:30 p.m. in support of a local charity. Ticketseller.ca
Super Evil Bloody Death Hell Elimination Tournament 21 Thrash Wrestling Saturday 7 p.m. at the Armstrong Centennial Hall. Ticketseller.ca.
Oct. 28
Social Tango featuring City Dance Monday at the Vernon Performing Arts Centre, 7:30 p.m. Ticketseller.ca
Oct. 29
North Okanagan Wood Carvers are displaying their carvings on Tuesday from 1:30-4 p.m. at the Vernon Community Arts Centre in Polson Park.
UBC Okanagan Debates Is there a Solution to BC’s Opioid Crisis? This important conversation takes place Tuesday, 7 p.m. at the Kelowna Community Theatre. Tickets are complimentary but pre-registration is required.
Oct. 30
Apple Password Management digital support no-cost workshop at the Literacy Society Wednesday 10-11:30 a.m.. Free, but sign up by calling 778-692-3117 or email digitalsupport@literacysociety.ca
Music of the Night SOLD OUT The Concert Tour Wednesday 7:30 p.m. at the Vernon Performing Arts Centre.
Oct. 31
Vernon Haunted House 2505 39th Ave. fundraiser for the Vernon Food Bank. No jump scares from 4-6 p.m. Thursday or dare to take in the full experience 7-9:30 Thursday and Friday. Suggested donation of $5.
Nov. 2
Trail walk Join the North Okanagan Naturalists’ Club for a walk on the Grey Canal Trail, Baker Hogg and Glenhayes roads, overlooking Swan Lake Saturday, Nov. 2 from 9-11 a.m. About 4 km there and back, all on trail. Meet at the water reservoir building off Baker Hogg Road. Driveway is next door to 7571 Baker Hogg. Look for a sign with NONC logo that day. Drive up hill to park at the reservoir. www.nonc.ca.
Vernon & District Family History Society Open House at our Resource Centre Saturday at the Peace Lutheran Church (lower level) 1204 30th Ave., Vernon 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Displays and knowledgeable volunteers to get you started on researching your family history.
UBC Engineering Open House - On-Campus Saturday 10-2. Explore all UBC Engineering has to offer at our Okanagan Campus in Kelowna and discover what your future could look like at one of the top engineering programs in Canada. We hope that you’ll take advantage of the chance to explore some of our campus, check out our student spaces and lecture halls, as well as talk with professors and current students. Register now to receive important event details and registration information for laboratory and campus tours! https://ubc.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0lg0r2RDL2UICMe.
Jennifer Scott Quartet at the Vernon Jazz Club Saturday 7:30 p.m. Tickets at vernonjazz.com and at the door. Scott offers a whole day vocal workshop Sunday as well.
Nov. 5
Active Parenting Tuesdays – Nov. 5 to Dec. 10 from 6-8 p.m. Group includes a snack for participants. Learn to create a positive home environment through activities, videos and education. For parents of children ages 5 to 12. Register online at: https://noyfss.org/event/active-parenting/ or email groups@noyfss.org or call 250-545-3572.
Changes A group for children ages 9-12 who have experienced big changes in their lives, such as divorce, loss of a loved one, or a move. Tuesday Nov. 5 to Dec. 10 from 3-4 p.m. To register email groups@noyfss.org, call 250-545-3572 or online: https://noyfss.org/event/changes/
Managing Conflict in the Family Conflict and anger are normal parts of family relationships at times. This free program provides information, skills, and practice for parents wanting to decrease conflict in their home. Tuesdays online Nov. 5 to Dec. 10 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Register at: https://noyfss.org/event/ or through email groups@noyfss.org or call 250-545-3572.
Nov. 6
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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 each Tuesday and Thursday at 9:30 a.m. at Vernon Curling Club. Experienced or newbie come join other 55+ senior men for 2 hour enjoyable rocking good time. Instruction arranged. Information 250-542-6713 or vcc@vernoncurlingclub.com. Fees apply.
North Okanagan Wood Carvers meet every Tuesday 1:30-4 p.m. end the end of May at the Vernon Community Arts Centre. Active since 1995, beginners always welcome.
Vernon & District Family History Society Resource Centre at Peace Lutheran Church (lower level) 1204 30 thAve. Open Tuesdays
10 a.m. to noon and 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., Wednesdays 10 a.m. to noon and Saturdays 1 to 3 p.m. Come in and start searching for your family history.
CNIB Peer Support Program meets the third Tuesday of the month, 1-3 p.m. at the Vernon library June 18-Dec. 17 offering compassionate and supportive environment for those living with vision loss. Register at 604-431-2121, ext. 6022 or email Jamie.Auman@cnib.ca.
Star Country Squares Try It Tuesdays introduction to Square Dancing 4-5 p.m. October through November at the Halina Centre in the Vernon Recreation Centre (entrance by outdoor ice rink - 34th Street and 35th Avenue). Call or text Roxy 250-540-9877.
Overeaters Anonymous meets Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m. at the Vernon Treatment Centre (2810 - 48th Ave). Enter from the lane. For more information call 604-375-3549.
National Association of Federal Retirees hosts Koffee Klatch at the Village Green Mall food court 10:30 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.
Sadok Ukrainian Dance Ensemble Register now for the 2024-2025 dance season. Classes held at City Dance Studio, 4411-29th St. Children’s Ensemble Culture Program - ages 3+ Monday evenings. Adult Performing Ensemble – Thursday evenings. Contact Artistic Director, Andrea Malysh at 250-309-6948 to register or email: sadok@shaw.ca
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
Vernon Farmers Market every Monday and Thursday 9-1 at Kal Tire Place.
Enderby Farmers Market 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Friday in downtown Enderby.
Armstrong Farmers Market Saturdays at Highland Park Elementary 8:30-12:30
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-Sunday 11-5 until the end of October. Starting November we will be open Saturday and Sunday 11-5.
Vernon Area Newcomers 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. 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.
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.
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 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.
Compassionate Friends of Lumby meet 6 p.m. on the first Wednesday of each month at the Lumby Museum
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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/
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.