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"Introduction to Kundalini Yoga & Meditation,
as taught  by Yogi Bhajan"
Join Haribhajan Khalsa for active postures with long deep relaxation and connect to your heart by chanting to beautiful mantra music. Anyone can do this yoga no matter what your physical challenges - as long as you have breath in your body you can benefit.
Date:	Wednesdays in August 7:00-8:30 pm
Facilitator:	Haribhajan Khalsa
Location:	at The Yoga Loft - 19 - 219 Main Street, Penticton, BC
Investment:	By Donation (limited time offer)
Email:	for more details.
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I'm All That - Yoga for Youth (13 -19)
Feel good about yourself, handle stress & boost your energy with Kundalini Yoga. Build respect for yourself & others. Kundalini Yoga strengthens the nervous system and glandular system to balance mood swings.  Become calm, focused and confident in the face of any challenge. Each class includes, breath work, dynamic yoga set, relaxation, and meditation. This yoga is suitable for the most inflexible beginner.
Date:	Wednesdays, Sept 10 - Nov 26 - 4:00 - 5:30 pm
Facilitator:	Haribhajan Khalsa is certified to teach Kundalini Yoga (as taught by Yogi Bhajan) by the International Kundalini Yoga Teachers Association (IKYTA). He has also completed Level 2 advanced training in Authentic Relationships and Conscious Communication. Haribhajan began his practice of Kundalini Yoga in 2000. He is one of the founders of an annual Men’s Yoga Retreat on the Sunshine Coast (Khalsa Men’s Camp) and he led a monthly Men’s New Moon Meditation in Vancouver. He taught regularly at Yoga West, Rhodes Wellness College and Point Grey Community Centre. He is a healer trained in vibrational psychology, focused energy work and various meditational systems. He is a wellness workshop facilitator and was included in Waking Up the West Coast - Healers and Visionaries published in 2006. He is an accomplished reader of the tarot and is currently creating a new tarot deck based on the teachings of Yogi Bhajan called Tarot for the Aquarian Age.
Location:	mBody - 125 Eckhardt Ave, Penticton, BC
Investment:	By Donation
Email:	for more details. Web Site: www.WellnessCatalyst.com - Ph: 250 - 488 - 5157
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FREE - Take A Hike at a different Kelowna Regional Park with a park interpreter

Take A Hike With the Regional District. Enjoy a free guided hike each Wednesday, Friday and some weekends. Visit a different Regional Park each week with a park interpreter who will highlight special features. Please make sure you are prepared with appropriate clothing, a hat, sturdy shoes, sun protection and a water bottle. This is a great way to get out and get some exercise! There are hikes of varying lengths and skill levels. We’ve even scheduled some outings that your leashed dog is welcome to accompany you on! For more information on the dates listed including locations of hike, check out ‘Your Guide to Regional Parks’ at the Kelowna Regional District website below or you can contact the Regional Parks Department at 250-469-6232.

Drop In Story-time! Ages 3+
Wednesday 10 - 10:30 - July 2 - August 20 Friday 10 - 10.30 July 4 to August 22
Location:	Penticton Public Library, 785 main street, Penticton
Investment:	Free
Phone:	250 770 7781
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Summer Reading Club
Kids 6 - 12 can join us for storytelling, crafts, activities, prizes and books galore with the summer reading club! For Kids 6 - 8 - tuesday 2-3pm July 8 - August 5 For kids 9 - 12, wednesday 2 - 3pm July 9 - august 6
Location:	Penticton Public Library, 785 main street, Penticton
Investment:	Free
Phone:	250 770 7781
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Slithering Good Time – Okanagan Snakes

Saturday July 5th at 10am. From Garter snakes to rattlers, you'll learn all about the various snakes that call the Okanagan Valley home during this session with well-known local naturalist Scott Alexander. His presentation at the Pavilion in Bertram Creek Regional Park along the south end of Lakeshore Road runs on Saturday July 5th starting at 10:00 am. Admission is by donation. 250-469-6232

Moonlight Movie Night at Kelowna City Park

Thursday July 10 at 9:00 pm. Moonlight Movie Night Kelowna City Park, North Field. Families are invited to enjoy a unique cinema experience under the stars, as a giant inflatable movie screen is set up in Kelowna’s City Park. Bring your lawn chairs and picnic blankets to enjoy a popular family friendly movie in the park. Vote online for your favorite movie and to see which movie will be shown at www.boysandgirlsclubs.ca . Free family event with donations being accepted for the Okanagan Boys and Girls Clubs. Every day over 1,000 young people benefit from the programs and services provided by the Boys and Girls Clubs in the Okanagan. 250-762-3914

FREE - Movie Under the Stars - ages 12 - 18
Relax under the stars, the waves crashing and the movie playing in front of you. Bring a blanket. Popcorn, and drinks available for sale. Meet at Gyro park at dusk.
Date:	Friday july 11th 10pm - midnight
Location:	Gyro park bandshell, Penticton
Investment:	FREE
Phone:	250 490 2426 for more details.
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Free Laser Bowling - ages 13 - 18
Meet at Sun Country Lanes. Phone ahead and book your lanes as they fill up quickly!
Date:	Saturday July 19th at 10pm to 11.30pm
Location:	Sun Country Lanes, Penticton
Investment:	FREE
Phone:	250 490 2426 for more details.
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FREE - Nature Program for Families

Sunday July 20. Time: 1:00 pm. Get your family more in tune with nature with two events at one location. The Regional Parks Department invites you to take part in the free ‘Nature Program for Families’, Sunday, July 20th starting at 1:00 pm. Start off with a tour of the ‘Forest Story: The Trees, The Beetles and You’ exhibit in the Environmental Education Centre for the Okanagan. Afterwards, join a Regional Parks interpreter for a special guided hike through Mission Creek Regional Park. The EECO is located in Mission Creek Regional Park, Springfield and Durnin Roads. For information on this and other summer programs, check ‘Your Guide to Regional Parks’, go online to www.regionaldistrict.com or 250-469-6232 or the EECO (Environmental Education Centre for the Okanagan) at 250-469-6140.

Herb Walk

Thursday July 24 at 7:00 pm. Bring along a notepad and pen as you join our plant expert on an informative ‘Herb Walk’. Cara Kirkey will help you learn how to identify, harvest and use local herbs, trees and shrubs during this session at the Environmental Education Centre for the Okanagan, in Mission Creek Regional Park, Springfield and Durnin Roads. Please pre-register by contacting the EECO at 250-469-6140.

Birds of a Feather

Thursday July 31 at 7:00 pm. From the Avocet to Red-winged Blackbirds, you’ll learn about the variety of birds that call the Okanagan home with naturalist Chris Charlesworth during this session at the Environmental Education Centre for the Okanagan, in Mission Creek Regional Park, Springfield and Durnin Roads. Please pre-register by contacting the EECO at 250-469-6140. The presentation runs from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm and admission is by donation.

FREE - Nature Program & Astronomy for Families

Saturday August 9 Time: 7:00 pm. Members of the Okanagan Chapter of the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada will be presenting information about the Okanagan Observatory project as part of the special Nature Program for Families event in the Pavilion at Bertram Creek Regional Park, along the south end of Lakeshore Road. It starts at 7:00 pm on Saturday, August 9th. For information 250-469-6232

FREE - Summer Slam Beach Volleyball & BBQ - ages 12 - 18
Come hang out and play volleyball in the best spot in town - the beach! No previous experience necessary, all abilities welcome. BBQ, tunes and prizes.
Date:	Friday July 25th at 6pm to 9pm and Friday August 15th at 6pm to 9pm
Location:	Skaha Beach Volleyball Courts
Investment:	FREE
Phone:	250 490 2426 for more details.
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Bats - Creatures of the Night

August 14 Time: 7:00 pm at Mission Creek Regional Park. They are the only mammals with wings…and they easily maneuver around objects in the dark. Learn more about ‘Bats – Creatures of the Night’ in the EECO in Mission Creek Regional Park, Springfield and Durnin Roads. Naturalist Roseanne Van Ee will lead you on an outdoor bat chase, so please bring a head lamp and dress for the weather! Admission is by donation. For information 250-469-6232

Become Bear Aware

Saturday August 23 Time: 7:00 pm. What can you do to reduce the possibility of a run-in with a bear either at home or while on a hike? Naturalist Pete Wise will provide some suggestions to make you ‘Bear Aware’. The presentation starts at 7:00 pm in the Pavilion at Bertram Creek Regional Park (south end of Lakeshore Road). Admission is by donation. For information 250-469-6232 - Kelowna

Become Bear Aware

Thursday, August 28th at 7:00 pm. What can you do to reduce the possibility of a run-in with a bear either at home or while on a hike? Naturalist Pete Wise will provide some suggestions to make you ‘Bear Aware’. At the EECO in Mission Creek Regional Park (Springfield and Durnin Roads). Admission is by donation. 250-469-6140. kelowna

FREE - H20 FLO Teen Swim - ages 13 - 18
splash around in the pool, hit the watersides or diving boards, or simply relax in the hot tub. Special themes and contests each night.
Date:	Friday 8.30 - 10pm August 29
Location:	Penticton Community Centre
Investment:	FREE
Phone:	250 490 2426
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Walking in Penticton

Yahoo Group Online group for walkers in Penticton and local area to find a walking buddy. If you are looking for a walking partner or would like to find a few people to walk with regularly this group is for you. It's not always easy to motivate yourself and go out for a walk but if you have made a commitment with someone else you're more inclined to follow through. This group would also offer an opportunity to meet new people. Let's provide each other support and motivation. All fitness levels welcome. Come on Penticton, LET'S GET WALKING!.......................... http://groups.yahoo.com/group/walkinginpenticton/ or call Lorrie at 493-4843 stlucia@shaw.ca

Free Tai Chi Class Penticton
"Ongoing free Tai Chi Class wed 7pm-8:30pm at Marina Way Park, near Art Gallery in Penticton. This is a free class to give the opportunity to try tai chi & qi gong for all ages. Please contact Richard via email or by phone 809-0161.

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Festivals, Fairs, and Health Shows

Meditation

Sahaj Marg Meditation
a system of Raja Yoga, is a heart centered practice which is offered free of charge.  Easily integrated into daily life it leads to a calmer, more balanced mind. “First you have to learn to love yourself. That is why perhaps we meditate on our own heart. We learn to love what we find inside.”  For more information contact:
Penticton Leslie 250-492-4458 [weekly wednesday group] Oliver Tom   250-498-2310 Nelson: Michael 250 509-0905 More about Sahaj Marg and Meditation in Vancouver, BC, AB and world -wide gatherings

Weekly Meditation & Discussion With Norma Cowie
Every Wednesday - 7.30 – 9.15pm in Penticton. By Donation. [see upcoming workshops]
Facilitator: Norma Cowie - Norma is a spontaneous, fun-loving person who believes that life is here to be lived to the fullest. She enjoys teaching what she has learned through her years of being a student on the “journey of life”. She is a well-known radio and T.V. personality and her books have been well received by people who want to learn the many different techniques she has personally learned and adapted to support their spiritual, metaphysical journey.
Phone. 250 490 0654 or norma@normacowie.com for more details Web Site: www.normacowie.com

Sadhana Inspirations
South Okanagan Yoga Association presents: free Asana and Satsang!
Satsangs will be the first Saturday of every month at 9am . SOYA will hold them at Reflexions Yoga Studio,   645 Wade Avenue West, Penticton. One hour of beautiful stretches and 10am     One hour of chanting and meditation. Bring a blanket for meditation and savasana. Call Carla at 493-0054 for more information.

Kelowna Meditation Centre - meet at the First United Church,721 Bernard Avenue, Kelowna - Every Wednesday the evening starts with a free Hatha Yoga exercise class followed by a relaxing meditation. The night also features a free Vegetarian Feast so it makes for an affordable and enlightening night out for family and friends. 250-765-4406 kelownameditation@hotmail.com

ORGANIC FARMS & FARMERS MARKETS

Pentiction Farmers Market Saturdays at 100 block main st, runs from 8.30am to noon Call 770-3276

Penticton's Night Market, Tuesdays 4.30 to 8.30 at Okanagan lake Park. Call 492-7717

Summerland Country Market at Memorial park, Wednesdays, runs from 10 - 2pm  call 494 8496

Osoyoos - Market on Main, at Town square,Saturday, runs from 8 - 1pm until Oct 15th, Call: 250 - 495 7731

Naramata Market, at Wharf Park, Wednesdays, runs from 4 - 7pm.

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Previous Events

South Okanagan Centennial Health Fair - Penticton Trade & Convention Center - February 2nd 2008
Kelowna Health Shows Over 150 exhibitors featuring health experts, body workers, fitness clubs, & more . Feb 16 Saturday 10:00am - 6:00pm & Sunday 17, 11:00am - 5:30pm 2008. Dr. Kate Rhéaume "New Science of Appetite Control" Vince Ziccarelli, MSc RD FICN "The Amazing Health Benefits of Phytoplankten" Dr. Carolyn DeMarco - "Bone Building: Dispelling Myths Around Osteoporosis" Roger Lessard "The Body Electric" Presented by Quantum Knights Dr. D. Wittel and more speakers The Grand Okanagan Lakefront Resort & Conference Centre 1310 Water Street, Kelowna, BC, Canada
3rd Annual Summerland Health and Wellness Fair - November
Equinox Yoga in the Garden- kaledan south OKanagan
Breastfeeding Week Celebration - 3rd annual celebration_ Penticton South Okanagan
Reiki Share
Brad King - The Ultimate Energy Solution
Nature`s Fare - Healthy Living for Life
'Puddles for Peepers' - Free Summer Events
Yoga Master Balakhilya das Lecture by World Renowned Yoga Master
David Suzuki Environmental Toxins: Effects on Health
POND RESTORATION (native planting etc)
Sat. 5 May  - Nk & #146;Mip Desert Cultural Center (10:00 am - 1:00 pm)

Sun. 13 May  - Osoyoos Desert Centre (10:00 am - 1:00 pm)
Ladies Night at Natures Fare in Penticton
Victoria Health Show
Penticton Library and baby song
The Artist Way Free workshop in Penticton
GRAND OPENING - IRLEN SCREENING SERVICES BC Penticton-- Reading Difficulties, Attention and Concentration, Comprehension, Headaches, Light Sensitivity, Depth Perception, Night Blindness
Nov 10th Lymph & Hot Stones intro night 7 – 8:30 Kelowna
Summerland Health and Wellnes Fair
Anti-Cancer cooking class
The 5th Komasket Music Festival
Courtenay Art & Health Fair
SUMMER STORYTIME AT THE PENTICTON LIBRARY!
DO SOME EXTREME READING AT THE LIBRARY!
Future of Food" The Movie
South Okanagan Rehab Center for Owls Several raptor releases in early August.
the South Okanagan Rehab Centre for Owls- We will be releasing our two Pygmy Owl chicks this coming Sunday July 9....
PET DAY at Okanagan Natural Care Center -
Free Lecture
Healthy Heart, Strong Bone & Pain Free Living,  Evening with Barrie Carlsen & Vince Ziccarelli from Enerex Botanicals.  
Earth Day Event 'Gardeners Festival' live music, garden workshops, vendors,worm farm tours. World of Worm Castings,  
 
Kelowna Health Show 2006 March
Keremeos, B.C. Healing Arts Fair  March

 All Healing Groups are all invited to a special evening at the Penticton United Church, on  Dec 1st at  7 pm.  For more information contact Carolyn Reimer or Sandy Congrum
• Parenting Class by the Child Care Resource and Referral Program. Sat. Nov 26 from  9am -1pm at the Club ( 216 Hastings Str) and it is FREE.  The class focuses on child discipline. To register call Child Care Resource and Referral at 492-5814.
• Tenants Rights Workshop, Tuesday, November 15th 6:00 p.m. at Health & Wellness Centre, 439 Winnipeg Street 493-6822 Sponsed by the Penticton & Area Women's Centre
   
  Survivorship Dragon Boat Team South Okanagan Women paddling towards a sense of teamwork, support and an active lifestyle after Breast Cancer Contact Orian at E-mail:: web
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• HELP MAKE A CHILD’S WISH COME TRUE!   October  2005 - First Annual McCain Wishmaker Parade, Walk for Wishes in support of the Children’s Wish Foundation.
• Open house:Connect To Your Sprit - Holistic Healing and Retreat with Debra King Peachland.
• The Kalamalka Caring Klowns in Vernon  annual therapeutic clown training
• Tenants Rights Workshop, at Health & Wellness Centre, 439 Winnipeg Street 493-6822  Sponsed by the Penticton & Area Women's Centre
  Penticton Steps Out cardio walks - SS.Sicamous at noon, Monday to Friday. Call 490 2436
• Penticton Steps Out hosted walks- at community centre at 7am every Saturday.
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• The Enlightenment  Intensive  Free Introductory Evening.
• Rising Moon Yoga  -  with Wildflower
• THEOS at 10,000 feet 2005 - Dinner for four adults prepared and served on a secluded mountaintop overlooking Skaha Lake. All proceeds to the O.S.N.S. Child Development Centre
• Ironman Triathlon 2005 
• The Skaha Lake Clean-Up June 25, 2005 At Skaha Lake, Volunteers needed.Call 497-5075
• Free Meditation with Yoga Master Balakhilya das- Okanagan Tour
• Father's Day at Historic O'Keefe Ranch Sun, Jun 19th
• Celebrate National Aboriginal  Day June 21st - dancing, drumming & story telling at Penticton Gyro *****  excellent event
• Summer Solstice June 21st Sunrise ceremony at Penticton Indain Heritage Centre. Phone for details
• The Summerhill Pyramid Solstice is a sacred meditation on the Monday 20th  June 2005 at 6 30 PM,  followed by veggie pot  luck, drumming  & dancing. All are welcome & it is free. 

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