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Living Lab put to real-life test
Contributed - May 05, 2023 - Think Local

After being open to the public for six months, the award-winning Wilden net-zero home is now for sale, offering a unique opportunity to buy a house that surpasses current building and energy efficiency standards, for the price of a regular home. In return, the new owners will agree to the confidential collection of energy data from […]

Get fine cuts at Razorback
Contributed - May 04, 2023 - Think Local

When Beata Bogdan mentions that Razorback Barbers in West Kelowna is a family business, she really means it. Bogdan owns the barbershop at 2411 Drought Rd., and those who work for her know her rather well. Her daughter, Cynthia Nagy, and nephews Terrell Bogdan and Rudy Bani create follicle masterpieces at the shop as well. […]

All your exterior needs here
Contributed - May 04, 2023 - Think Local

There is only so much you can learn from a picture. Holding something and actually seeing it with your own eyes is so much better. That’s what Avalanche Exteriors was thinking when it recently opened a brand new showroom on the border of Kelowna and Lake Country. The Okanagan’s leading exterior finish company now has […]

Winery restaurant open May 6
Contributed - May 03, 2023 - Think Local

At Mission Hill Family Estate Winery’s award-winning Terrace Restaurant, everything created in its kitchen is connected to the Okanagan Valley. Celebrating the taste of the region, executive Chef Patrick Gayler, chef de cuisine Heather Brumwell and the entire restaurant staff create and present menus that source ingredients focused on celebrating the valley. Guided by four […]

Plenty of RV deals to be had
Contributed - May 03, 2023 - Think Local

Production and supply chains are back to normal, and that means it is a great time to be a buyer if you are looking for a recreation vehicle. When the stock was limited, great deals were few and far between. Dealers had a tough time keeping anything in the parking lots. Now that production has […]

Red Barn Winery at Jagged Rock 
Contributed - May 02, 2023 - Think Local

Red Barn Winery is open for business. The Barn What first started as a working barn and equipment storage unit hidden between the rows of Jagged Rock vineyard in Oliver was later reimagined in a colourful way to create a commune of creativity for those who wish to unwind. Surrounded by lush vines and steep, […]

OC fundraiser blooms
Contributed - May 02, 2023 - Think Local

Sowing the seeds of success for student parents in Vernon is what’s at the heart of Okanagan College’s Plant a Seed Day fundraiser on May 10. This fun, free, family friendly event will support the new, affordable, 44-seat, on-campus Sunflower Childcare Centre that will be operated by local, non-profit child-care provider Maven Lane. Guests will […]

Community Market set to go
Contributed - May 01, 2023 - Think Local

Penticton Downtown Community Market will fire up its 2023 season on the Saturday of May long weekend. The market will bring together more than 75 vendors who feature handmade goods, including clothing, food and jewellery, collectibles, antiques and furniture. There are also weekly food vendors, live music and entertainment that combine to create a fabulous […]

Learn all about logging
Contributed - May 01, 2023 - Think Local

The Interior Logging Association will be gathering this week in Kamloops for its 65th annual general meeting and convention. It will not just be endless meetings and industry chatter, however. There will be plenty of fun for the entire family as the event returns to its full schedule after two years of cancellations and last […]

Incentives end May 10
Contributed - Apr 30, 2023 - Think Local

Whether you’re seeking a one-of-a-kind summer escape, a desirable rental property or a high-end residence in a coveted destination, the time is now to explore Skywater at Movala. Situated in Kelowna, the fastest-growing metropolitan area in Canada, Movala is the Okanagan’s best new beachside community featuring landmark architecture, a coveted Lower Mission location, walking distance […]