The Bin 4 Burger Lounge opened at 1616 Powick Road, in the same center as the new Holiday Inn Express. Owned and operated by Dan and Sarah Blackmore and chef Mike Ringland of Victoria, the new restaurant is run by Lehran Young from Kelowna. The restaurant has a modern contemporary feel and is exactly what it says on the tin. It’s all about burgers and side dishes, although there are starters and a good variety of salads. The menu features 18 burgers, served with homemade Kennebec fries, spiced potato chips or a Bin 4 house salad, along with one of 10 dips. There are a lot of add-ons. Chris and I ordered the Black and Blue Burger and the Minted Lamm Burger. We shared a starter of goat cheese bruschetta, which was exceptional and plentiful for the four of us, and two desserts of Irish cream cheesecake and flourless chocolate cake, which was also enough for four. The food was delicious with a good portion size. Our server was Kayla Horricks and she was delightful. There are now five am 4 burger lounges in BC, including Victoria, Saanich, Langford and Vancouver. Open seven days a week for lunch and dinner. www.bin4burgerlounge.com.
Two Kelowna attorneys have received prestigious appointments. Longtime lawyer, Clark Burnett with Pushor Mitchell Lawyers LLP has been appointed provincial judge. Clark currently works in criminal defense and law enforcement for the Public Prosecution Service of Canada. Steven Schwartz of Schwartz and Company is now a Masters in the BC Supreme Court; one of 15 masters in BC Steven was previously with both Pushor Mitchell LLP and Benson Law LLP.
Speaking of Pushor Mitchel LLP, Angela price-stephens joined the firm as Associate Counsel. She practices in the fields of professional indemnity and health law, with a strong focus on medical malpractice and catastrophic injuries caused by the negligence of others. Price-stephens@pushormitchell.com
New board announced
The Kelowna Hotel Motel Association has a new board for 2019. Give Sivucha, General Manager of the Coast Capri Hotel, is the new President. The executive branch consists of Don Culic, Vice President (Holiday Park Resort); Rosemary Paterson, past President (Best Western, West Kelowna); Heide Schaub, Treasurer (Casa Loma Resort); Natalie Corbett, Secretary (Accent Inns). Are board members Christa Park, Royal Anne Hotel; Melanie Atkins, Hotel Zed and Meg McManus, Sandman Hotel.
Our Rutland
URBA Uptown After Hours is Wednesday, March 6th, 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Aubin & Associates Notaries Public on 202-125 Highway 33 in Rutland Plaza. www.ourrutland.ca
Roots & Vines Tour Co. was founded by Michael and Terri Metcalfe in 2015 and has seen steady growth over the past four seasons. They are also founding members of the board of directors of the Thompson-Okanagan Tour Operators Association (TOTO). In late 2018, Terri Metcalfe Distinctly bought Kelowna Tours from the previous owner Debbie Dupasquier and inherited a legacy of quality operations that dates back to 2010. Kelowna is clearly prepared for the 2019 season, specializing in private wine tours, bespoke itineraries, and corporate travel packages. They also offer adventure, food, and cultural tours, and offer all locals (Kelowna and West Kelowna) 15 percent off their public tours. www.distinctlykelownatours.com; www.rootsandvinestours.com.
The Art of Dr. Seuss is celebrating the 115th birthday of Dr. Seuss and the 60th birthday of The Cat in the Hat. Art Evolution at the Delta Grand Hotel is proud to announce The Cat’s 60th Anniversary, one of the newest artworks from the Dr. Seuss Illustration Collection. The Cat in the Hat was written in 1957, so this little edition was published to commemorate the literary achievement that changed the world. Visit the gallery and see all of Dr. Seuss or visit www.artevolution.com/secret-art-of-dr-seuss.
Working with individuals of all ages and companies, certified hypnotherapist Sara Laamanen leads her clients to change and transformation with a highly effective drive therapy method called Rapid Transformational Therapy (RTT). Her sessions include a mix of positive hypnotherapy tools and techniques such as trance, regression and hypnotic conditioning and she guides her clients to forcefully overcome their problems. Sara not only teaches her clients to communicate with their subconscious, but also to access any existing blockages directly and to rewire them. Customers experience breakthroughs in areas such as stress, anger, insomnia, weight and body image issues, health challenges, confusion and indecision, career transition, corporate and career performance, and self-confidence. Based at 203-575 Osprey Avenue, Sara has local and international clients she works with in person or on Skype. It also provides business services, delivering on-site training and bespoke packages. To schedule your free 20 minute consultation, call 250-826-7241 or visit www.saralaamanen.com
The Bumbershoot Theater and Film Society is entering a new and exciting phase with a new honorary board. Its goal is to provide opportunities for writers, producers, and anyone interested in learning and participating in any roles in theater or film. It will also act as an umbrella organization for film and theater groups that want to produce their own projects. After the 2017 season of the Bumbershoot Children’s Theater ended, volunteers from the theater community got involved to save society from disintegration and lead it in a new direction. They are now looking for new directors to join their new community ventures. The annual general meeting will be held on Tuesday, March 19 at 6:00 p.m. in the Theater Kelowna Society’s Set Shop at the Rotary Center for the Arts. Contact bumbershoot2018tfs@gmail.com
Make a note of the appointment
I am happy to be the MC for a wonderful event every year. Save the date for the Divas & Diamonds Ladies Night Out on April 13th at 6pm at the Westbank Lions Hall. This event is hosted by the Peachland Lions Club and is a very affordable event for women with proceeds going to the KGH Foundation. Shelley Sweeney and Lynne Mistress and the association does an excellent job. Enjoy a fashion show, a champagne reception, and a sumptuous buffet dinner from the award-winning chef Adam Grasses, Raffle prizes, photo booths and the ever-popular reverse jewelry drawing, in which every 10th ticket drawn wins, provided by JK Scmidt Jewelers. Other sponsors include The View Winery, Okanagan Woman Magazine, Bell Media, Pink Pumpkin, Galleria Fashion, KelownaNow.com, Loyal Hair, John Edwards, National Bank Financial and TheDaily Courier. Tickets only $ 99.00 per diva at www.pachlandlions.com or www.eventbrite.ca. Call Shelley at 250-212-2025 or Lynne at 250-767-6225 for information or tickets.
Congratulations
The Chartered Professional Accountants of British Columbia (CPABC) presented Leigh Sindlinger, Senior Analyst at Kal Tire with an excellent Service Award for their commitment and dedication to young people who are financially savvy. As part of CPA Canada’s Financial Literacy Program, Leigh has volunteered for several years as a final proficiency teacher and conducted more than 100 financial literacy workshops in Okanagan schools for grades 3 through 12 students to help young people develop valuable financial skills like budgeting, saving and management to learn recognition.
Time for dinner!
The Westbank Lions Club is holding its 18th Annual Pickerel Dinner with St. Patrick’s Day Entertainment on Saturday, March 16 at 5:00 p.m. in the Westbank Lions Community Hall. Tickets $ 20 available from Home Hardware or Jack Lucas at 250-707-1317. No seat reservations or refunds as this is a sold out event.
Kelowna’s Spring Women’s Fashion Flea Market takes place on Saturday, March 9, 2019, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Laurel Packinghouse. The event includes women’s clothing, shoes and accessories and this time it takes place on a Saturday. This is a great place to find new treasure, save money, and win door prizes. Admission is just $ 5, with some going to Mamas for Mamas and the first 100 ladies through the door will receive a usable gift bag. www.greatclosetcleanout.com
InspireHeath is a nonprofit cancer supportive organization approved by the British Columbia Department of Health that provides programs and services to improve the quality of life, health, and well-being of people with cancer and their families. It is hosting its third annual Rain Walk fundraising event on Sunday March 3rd at the Parkinson Rec Center, starting at 9 a.m. Last year, the event had 130 attendees and raised nearly $ 19,000. This year the goal is to raise $ 20,000 for Kelowna alone to keep its cancer rehabilitation service going. DR. Hannah Nette will attend from Victoria and Elizabeth Ruple will share their cancer journey. www.inspirehealth.ca/rainwalk.
Birthdays of the week
Happy 60th birthday Kirsten Moxness (27th of February); John Matzgkeit (27th of February); Norm Lecavalier (27th of February); Andrew Carter (February 28); Jack classes (4th of March); Ken laloge (February 28); John Crofts (February 28); Ken saves (February 29); Brad Seven (1st March); Karen Harper (1st March); Rick Patterson (2nd March); Jock Craddock (2nd March); Rick Pushor (2nd March); Faye Wills (3 March); Bruce Murray (3 March); Leon Gaba (3 March); Nancy way (4th of March); Sandra Hofer (5. March); Kelly friends (5. March); Penny Ivens-Baker (5. March); Linda Frisby (5. March).
Maxine DeHart is a Kelowna councilor and local hotelier. Call them at 250-979-4546 or 250-862-7662. Email to maxdehart@telus.net.
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