Fused glass artist and instructor Carly Beckstead has opened her new glass studio, Coastal Breeze Glassworks, at 1-3045 Tutt St. (Tutt Street Square) in Kelowna.
The studio will be used to both sell her own artwork and for customers to come and make their own fused glass projects. Carly has and will continue to teach classes at Parkinson Recreation Centre, the Vibrant Vine Winery, Ellis Art Studios, Studio on Water and the Kelowna Art Gallery. Some of the artwork that Carly makes are suncatchers, Christmas ornaments, framed artwork, and coasters and dishes. The studio officially opened Wednesday, Aug. 21, and Carly will host an open house grand opening on Saturday, Sept. 21. Her shop is now open Wednesday to Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
A shout out to those who can help out by supporting the fundraising effort of the Central Okanagan FC U15 boys soccer team. The boys recently won the A15 B.C. championship, qualifying them for a berth in the Canadian U15 finals being held in Quinte West, Ontario, from Oct. 9 to 14. The national and provincial soccer federations provide some financial support to help with the travel and accommodation costs, but the team needs to fundraise to help off-set their share of the costs. So for anyone who can step up and help their fundraising efforts, it would be greatly appreciated as Kelowna will be represented on a national stage in this event, an experience these boys will never forget as only 15 and 17 year-olds get to compete for a Canadian championship in youth soccer. For more information about how to donate, check out the Okanagan FC fundraising website: www.ofcnationals2024.com.
Model Bean Coffee Co. has relocated from their original location in Rutland to a new location in the Capri Centre Mall, between the Dollar Store and the Mall entrance. Owned and operated by husband-and-wife team Camilo Isaza and Diana Torres, along with training their son Nicholas, the coffee house is larger, brighter and cheery with seating inside and a lovely outside patio. Model Bean offers a good variety of high-quality specialty coffees. If you are not a coffee drinker, you can try one of their sparkling flavoured lemonades. Their coffee has a distinctive taste South American flavour as their coffee beans come from Colombia. You can also purchase the coffee by the pound to take home and enjoy. Model Bean offers baking and treats, some of which are traditional recipes from Colombia with tropical flavours made by the family. Hours are currently Monday to Saturday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., but Model Bean will be open seven days a week starting in September.
Karine Lawrence, is the founder and principal consultant of Sirocco Food + Wine Consulting, based in Kelowna. Karine holds a Master of Food Science degree as well as a food engineering degree from France. She has been a BC VQA Wine Assessor for 10 years. Karine has worked for the wine and food industry for over 20 years and since the inception of Sirocco Food + Wine Consulting in 2014, has provided training and consulting services to over 600 small and medium size companies in B.C., Canada and the US. The team of four scientists provide services in English, French, Spanish and Chinese. Sirocco prepare food safety plans for food importers, exporters and manufacturers and conducts accredited food safety training. They certify food and beverage processing clients and farms to food safety standards. Sirocco also provide food and beverage labeling services for the Canadian and U.S. market. Karine91ÂãÁÄÊÓƵ™s wine research project has been published in Consumer Science and Strategic Marketing: Case Studies in the Wine Industry. She has taught principles of sensory science at Okanagan College and Lethbridge College.
The inaugural Tim Hortons Chip and Sip Event with presenting sponsor Saputo Foodservice is a two-day event with a golf tournament at Harvest Golf Club on Friday, Sept. 27, with an 11 a.m. shot gun start and a wine tasting event at Quails' Gate Winery on Saturday, Sept. 28. The event will benefit The Tim Hortons Foundation Camps and its mission to improve the lives of economically disadvantaged youth in our communities. Tims Camps have served over 320,000 youth since 1974 age 11 to 16 at an important time in their development that shapes who they will become as adults. For sponsorship opportunities visit . For inquiries or assistance with registration reach out at BCChipandSIP@gmail.com or contact Dawn Fiacco at 250-863-9709.
Okanagan College has two new members who will join the Okanagan College board of governors 91ÂãÁÄÊÓƵ“ Sheri Hamilton and Gurjit Chand have been appointed for a one-year term. They replace appointee Juliette Cunningham and Tina Lee. Benjamin Harris from Okanagan College91ÂãÁÄÊÓƵ™s business program and Sukhmeet Kaur from the science program were elected to the board for a one-year term. Employees Roger Wheeler and Kevin Fukushima have also been elected for three-year terms. The new members join current government-appointed OC board members Dale Safinuk, board chair; Andrea Alexander, vice-chair; JoAnn Fowler, Dustyn Baulkham and Cindy Battersby as well as ex-officio members president Neil Fassina and education council chair Jillian Garrett.
The Kelowna chapter of Probus Canada will hold its first meeting of the year Aug. 26, 9 a.m., at the Seniors Centre, 1353 Richter St. Probus is a volunteer-based, non-profit, non-political, non-sectarian organization for seniors in retirement and semi-retirement. Probus' goal is to provide friendship, fellowship and fun for a couple hours per month. The group meets the last Monday of the month and welcomes all interested to come and see what they are all about. They enjoy guest speakers monthly, photography expeditions, bridge and lunches out. Martha JaneLewis is the president of Probus. For more information contact Shannon Bews Croft at croft-s-business@telus.net.
If you are ready and want to experience the magic of Taylor Swift live in concert like never before, you now have a chance. Beginning Aug. 15, Kiwanis Central Okanagan is offering an exclusive chance to win two VIP tickets to Taylor Swift91ÂãÁÄÊÓƵ™s highly anticipated 2024 show. For just $25, you can enter our raffle and potentially secure your spot at one of the most sought-after-events of the year. But that91ÂãÁÄÊÓƵ™s not all. They will add some extra sparkle with a $300 gift card. The Taylor Swift Eras Concert in Vancouver is Dec. 7, and the raffle draw is Nov. 6, 6 p.m. Only 4,000 tickets are available. Net proceeds will support programs for the benefit of children and youth. Tom Cockrell is the President of Kiwanis Club of the Central Okanagan. Tickets on-line only at .
The Move Well Café, at 1019 Richter St., will host their one-year anniversary celebration Aug. 24. Join Lise and Sean MacMillan for a fun filled day of activities, special offers and a chance to connect with your community.
Dress for Success Kelowna will host Watch Her Soar 2024 91ÂãÁÄÊÓƵ“ A Night of Fashion Empowerment and Community, in partnership with ATB Wealth. The event takes place Oct. 19, from 6 to 9 p.m., at the Metro Hub, blending fashion, empowerment and community. Attendees will witness inspiring stories of transformation as Dress for Success clients showcase their makeover in stunning outfits from top Okanagan boutiques. These ensembles will be auctioned off to fund programs that empower Okanagan women to achieve their employment and financial goals. Early bird tickets available until Aug. 31 including a $50 gift card to Indulge Boutique on Ellis Street. This year they are also offering VIP tickets. For more information and tickets visit .
The 2nd annual Garry Benson Memorial Golf Tournament is fast approaching on Sept. 12 at Sunset Ranch Golf & Country Club. It91ÂãÁÄÊÓƵ™s an incredible tournament in Garry91ÂãÁÄÊÓƵ™s memory. For registration contact Marek Buryska at marekb@live.ca or Kent Harris at kent.harris@arlingtonstreet.ca. Proceeds to the BC Cancer, Kelowna.
Project 1000 is a Jamaica Hurricane Relief Drive on Friday, Aug. 30, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Saturday, Aug. 31, from 1 to 5 p.m., at 2777 Hwy. 97N. The Category 5 Hurricane Beryl ravaged Jamaica leaving over 1,000 people in emergency shelters with many terrifying issues. There will be jerk chicken, a BBQ and yard sale with 100% of the proceeds to be given to the United Pentecostal Church of Jamaica National Body. For more information email project1000foundation@gmail.com.
Birthdays of the week
Peter Sherba (Aug. 21); Ken Johnson (Aug. 22); Gerri Weninger (Aug. 23); Wayne Dudych (Aug. 23); Bruce Jones (Aug. 23); Amin Tran (Aug. 24); Nicole Zaiser (Aug. 24); Jerry Scherle (Aug. 24); Stacey Sandison (Aug. 24); Marg Hobson (Aug. 24); Gavin Young (Aug. 24); Bud Magrath (Aug. 24); Peter Raja (Aug. 25); Melanie Barber (Aug. 25); Brent Browne (Aug. 26); Barb Finkleman (Aug. 26); Klaudia Van Emmerik (Aug. 26); Rachel Dekker (Aug. 26); Richard Rafton (Aug. 26); Christina Ferreira (Aug. 26); Eileen Galarneau (Aug. 26); Stephen Keppler (Aug. 27); Shayne Drydal (Aug. 27); In MEMORY of Ken Bernath (Aug. 20).
The Specialty Bakery Birthday Cake Winner of the Week is Melanie Barber. Melanie, please pick up your cake, with I.D. from any Specialty Bakery location by August 27/2024.
Maxine DeHart is a Kelowna city councillor and local hotelier. Phone her at 250-979-4546 or 250-862-7662, email max@maxinedehart.ca.
