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Naramata has much to celebrate throughout the year with events in every season. During the blossoming and budding spring season. Enjoy the Spring Wine Festival, the Festival of Awareness and May Day, rich in tradition. During the summer sunshine season. Enjoy the beaches, water, recreation and celebrate Canada Day and August Faire. During the crisp, scenic autumn season, enjoy the Fall Wine Festival and the Wise Woman Weekend. During the reflective, gentle winter season enjoy the peace and harmony of Naramata, with an enchanting Village Light-Up, first week of December and New Year celebrations at the Naramata Heritage Inn and the Camp Creek Station.
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| Jul 1st, 2008 (Tue) |
11:00 AM - 8:30 PM |
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Canada Day Celebrations
An opportunity to display your national pride. The many activities at Manitou Park include a flag-raising ceremony, a cricket match starting at noon, a slowpitch game starting at 4:30pm and music by Uncorked! from 6:30 to 8:30pm. Enjoy a picnic in the park, and cake cutting. This is all sponsored by the Naramata Parks and Recreation Commission. |
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Hiking Club
The Hiking Club meets every Wednesday morning, commonly at 9:00am or even as early as 7:30am, at the corner of 4th and Robinson, to carpool to the beginning of our hike. Hikes will take place from the end of April through to September. The hikes usually last from 2 - 4 hours, depending on where we hike and the length of the hike. There is also an annual Brent Mountain hike on the last Wednesday in July. It takes the better part of a day to finish. Bring water and snacks with you, or lunch if it is a longer hike. Walking poles are good, but not mandatory. Good footwear is recommended. Dress in layers during the spring and fall hikes. For more information, call Leslie Hartley at 496-4129, or email her at hartley29@shaw.ca You can find weekly hiking photos at www.wwwdesigns.ca |
| Jul 2nd, 2008 (Wed) |
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
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Naramata Community Market
Come to the Community Market at Wharf Park each Wednesday from June 4th through to September 10th. Residents and visitors are invited to enjoy fresh fruits and vegetables, delicious prepared foods and unique crafts at Naramata's weekly community market.
This is a lively, social event at Wharf Park. Please join in! |
| Jul 4th, 2008 (Fri) |
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM |
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Teen Night
Fridays at various locations in Naramata. Join in some active fun. Look for weekly postings at the Naramata Store for activities and locations. |
| Jul 5th, 2008 (Sat) |
10:30 AM - 5:00 PM |
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"The Benchlands" Art Exhibition
Art Studio and Gallery Unique hosts a multi-dimensional art exhibit with paintings, wood turnings, pottery, stone sculptures and other media. July 5 - September 2, 20083270 Rushberry Place. 496-6804. |
| Jul 6th, 2008 (Sun) |
10:15 AM - 4:30 PM |
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Trans Canada Trail bike ride
The "Trans Canada Trail" is sponsoring a bike ride on the KVR from Myra Canyon to Penticton. Phil Janzen is looking for volunteers to "man" a check point at Chute Lake.
Arrive on site by 10:15am. Tour of duty -10:30 am. to approximately 4:30 pm.
Skills required: to record the cyclists as they pass through the Chute Lake check point.
Required to bring: lots of water, lunch & snack, hat, sunscreen & bug protection. And probably a good sense of humour!
Provided: Canopy, table & chairs. If you have a favourite chair-please bring it along.
Please confirm your ability to volunteer by contacting Phil Janzen by July 3rd, by email: pgjanzen@shaw.ca or by phone: 250-496-5465 |
| Jul 7th, 2008 (Mon) -- Jul 10th, 2008 (Thu) |
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM |
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Summer Fun Day Camps
Games, crafts and lots of fun with friends. A lovely way for your child to spend their summer days. Come with water bottle, hat and sun screen already applied. Bring your lunch and snacks. No swimming! Meet at Manitou Park. For kids ages 6 - 12. Cost is $60/child. Contact Peggie Collins at 496-5204 for more information. Registration forms will be available at the Naramata Store and Naramata School. |
| Jul 7th, 2008 (Mon) |
7:00 PM |
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Naramata Water Advisory Committee
The NWAC holds it's monthly meetings at the RDOS Naramata Field Office (next to the Museum). Members of the public are welcome. |
| Jul 8th, 2008 (Tue) |
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM |
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Tumble Bumble
Parent participation drop-in program. Come and explore our equipment and toys in this informal outside atmosphere with music, games and more. Develop motor skills and social interaction. Children ages 5 and under. Location is Manitou Park. $2.50/visit. Tuesday mornings starting July 8th. |
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Hiking Club
The Hiking Club meets every Wednesday morning, commonly at 9:00am or even as early as 7:30am, at the corner of 4th and Robinson, to carpool to the beginning of our hike. Hikes will take place from the end of April through to September. The hikes usually last from 2 - 4 hours, depending on where we hike and the length of the hike. There is also an annual Brent Mountain hike on the last Wednesday in July. It takes the better part of a day to finish. Bring water and snacks with you, or lunch if it is a longer hike. Walking poles are good, but not mandatory. Good footwear is recommended. Dress in layers during the spring and fall hikes. For more information, call Leslie Hartley at 496-4129, or email her at hartley29@shaw.ca You can find weekly hiking photos at www.wwwdesigns.ca |
| Jul 9th, 2008 (Wed) |
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
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Naramata Community Market
Come to the Community Market at Wharf Park each Wednesday from June 4th through to September 10th. Residents and visitors are invited to enjoy fresh fruits and vegetables, delicious prepared foods and unique crafts at Naramata's weekly community market.
This is a lively, social event at Wharf Park. Please join in! |
| Jul 9th, 2008 (Wed) |
7:00 PM |
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Naramata Scottish Country Dancers
Come and join us for informal dances on Wednesday evenings throughout the summer. Enjoy some mild physical exercise, good mental stimulation, and FUN. We will aim for a 7:00pm start, weather permitting. This one is located at Wharf Park. EASY dances will be taught. You do not need to have any dance experience, just some enthusiasm and maybe a pair of soft, flexible shoes. You do not need to be Scottish - everyone is welcome. You do not need to have a partner - this is social dancing and you will likely change partners many times in an evening. Great for all ages! |
| Jul 14th, 2008 (Mon) -- Jul 18th, 2008 (Fri) |
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Tennis Lessons
Join certified Canada instructor, Cecile Gratton for a week of tennis. The Plat Tennis program emphasizes learning through play and the goal is for each child or student to have fun learning. Raquets and balls included. School Tennis Court. Kids and teens ages 6 - 17 years. Cost $50.00. 6 - 10 years, 9:00 am. 11 - 14 years, 10:00 am. 15 - 17 years, 11:00 am. Contact Peggie Collins at 496-5204 for more information. Registration forms will be available at the Naramata Store and Naramata School. |
| Jul 14th, 2008 (Mon) -- Jul 17th, 2008 (Thu) |
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM |
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Summer Fun Day Camps
Games, crafts and lots of fun with friends. A lovely way for your child to spend their summer days. Come with water bottle, hat and sun screen already applied. Bring your lunch and snacks. No swimming! Meet at Manitou Park. For kids ages 6 - 12. Cost is $60/child. Contact Peggie Collins at 496-5204 for more information. Registration forms will be available at the Naramata Store and Naramata School. |
| Jul 15th, 2008 (Tue) |
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM |
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Tumble Bumble
Parent participation drop-in program. Come and explore our equipment and toys in this informal outside atmosphere with music, games and more. Develop motor skills and social interaction. Children ages 5 and under. Location is Manitou Park. $2.50/visit. Tuesday mornings starting July 8th. |
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Hiking Club
The Hiking Club meets every Wednesday morning, commonly at 9:00am or even as early as 7:30am, at the corner of 4th and Robinson, to carpool to the beginning of our hike. Hikes will take place from the end of April through to September. The hikes usually last from 2 - 4 hours, depending on where we hike and the length of the hike. There is also an annual Brent Mountain hike on the last Wednesday in July. It takes the better part of a day to finish. Bring water and snacks with you, or lunch if it is a longer hike. Walking poles are good, but not mandatory. Good footwear is recommended. Dress in layers during the spring and fall hikes. For more information, call Leslie Hartley at 496-4129, or email her at hartley29@shaw.ca You can find weekly hiking photos at www.wwwdesigns.ca |
| Jul 16th, 2008 (Wed) |
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
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Naramata Community Market
Come to the Community Market at Wharf Park each Wednesday from June 4th through to September 10th. Residents and visitors are invited to enjoy fresh fruits and vegetables, delicious prepared foods and unique crafts at Naramata's weekly community market.
This is a lively, social event at Wharf Park. Please join in! |
| Jul 21st, 2008 (Mon) -- Jul 25th, 2008 (Fri) |
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Tennis Lessons
Join certified Canada instructor, Cecile Gratton for a week of tennis. The Plat Tennis program emphasizes learning through play and the goal is for each child or student to have fun learning. Raquets and balls included. School Tennis Court. Kids and teens ages 6 - 17 years. Cost $50.00. 6 - 10 years, 9:00 am. 11 - 14 years, 10:00 am. 15 - 17 years, 11:00 am. Contact Peggie Collins at 496-5204 for more information. Registration forms will be available at the Naramata Store and Naramata School. |
| Jul 21st, 2008 (Mon) -- Jul 24th, 2008 (Thu) |
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM |
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Summer Fun Day Camps
Games, crafts and lots of fun with friends. A lovely way for your child to spend their summer days. Come with water bottle, hat and sun screen already applied. Bring your lunch and snacks. No swimming! Meet at Manitou Park. For kids ages 6 - 12. Cost is $60/child. Contact Peggie Collins at 496-5204 for more information. Registration forms will be available at the Naramata Store and Naramata School. |
| Jul 22nd, 2008 (Tue) |
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM |
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Tumble Bumble
Parent participation drop-in program. Come and explore our equipment and toys in this informal outside atmosphere with music, games and more. Develop motor skills and social interaction. Children ages 5 and under. Location is Manitou Park. $2.50/visit. Tuesday mornings starting July 8th. |
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Hiking Club
The Hiking Club meets every Wednesday morning, commonly at 9:00am or even as early as 7:30am, at the corner of 4th and Robinson, to carpool to the beginning of our hike. Hikes will take place from the end of April through to September. The hikes usually last from 2 - 4 hours, depending on where we hike and the length of the hike. There is also an annual Brent Mountain hike on the last Wednesday in July. It takes the better part of a day to finish. Bring water and snacks with you, or lunch if it is a longer hike. Walking poles are good, but not mandatory. Good footwear is recommended. Dress in layers during the spring and fall hikes. For more information, call Leslie Hartley at 496-4129, or email her at hartley29@shaw.ca You can find weekly hiking photos at www.wwwdesigns.ca |
| Jul 23rd, 2008 (Wed) |
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
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Naramata Community Market
Come to the Community Market at Wharf Park each Wednesday from June 4th through to September 10th. Residents and visitors are invited to enjoy fresh fruits and vegetables, delicious prepared foods and unique crafts at Naramata's weekly community market.
This is a lively, social event at Wharf Park. Please join in! |
| Jul 23rd, 2008 (Wed) |
7:00 PM |
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Naramata Scottish Country Dancers
Come and join us for informal dances on Wednesday evenings throughout the summer. Enjoy some mild physical exercise, good mental stimulation, and FUN. We will aim for a 7:00pm start, weather permitting. This one is located at Lakawanna Park in Penticton. EASY dances will be taught. You do not need to have any dance experience, just some enthusiasm and maybe a pair of soft, flexible shoes. You do not need to be Scottish - everyone is welcome. You do not need to have a partner - this is social dancing and you will likely change partners many times in an evening. Great for all ages! |
| Jul 25th, 2008 (Fri) |
7:00 PM |
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An Evening of Classical Music
Please come to this wonderful classical music event with Krystine LeClair and special guests Nathalie Lewis and Dennis Nordlund. This is an evening in the gardens at the Bed & Breakfast Unique, 3270 Rushbury Place in Naramata. Please bring along a blanket or chair. Tickets are $12.50 and are available in advance at: Bed & Breakfast Unique, Penticton Visitor Centre and Skaha Sound, or by calling 250-496-6804. Proceeds will benefit Agur Lake Camp Society, which is a caring organization that provides a barrier-free facility for children and other people with special needs to enjoy nature in a safe and nurturing environment, along with their families. |
| Jul 26th, 2008 (Sat) |
6:00 PM - 9:30 PM |
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The Little King Lantern Festival
Manitou Park, by the water fountain. Cost: By donation - all proceeds will be donated to the South Okanagan Similkameen Brain Injury Society. Pre-registration is required to ensure we have enough material. Call Elephant Island to register at 496-5522. Created in memory of our "Little King", Rex Halladay, come together as family, as friends and as community to create lanterns - and let the magic unfold. Little ones get to stay up a little late and parade in the dusk like fireflies. All materials, instruction as well as BBQ dinner will be provided. Sponsors are Elephant Island Orchard Wines and The Bench Artisan Food Market. |
| Jul 28th, 2008 (Mon) -- Jul 31st, 2008 (Thu) |
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM |
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Summer Fun Day Camps
Games, crafts and lots of fun with friends. A lovely way for your child to spend their summer days. Come with water bottle, hat and sun screen already applied. Bring your lunch and snacks. No swimming! Meet at Manitou Park. For kids ages 6 - 12. Cost is $60/child. Contact Peggie Collins at 496-5204 for more information. Registration forms will be available at the Naramata Store and Naramata School. |
| Jul 29th, 2008 (Tue) |
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM |
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Tumble Bumble
Parent participation drop-in program. Come and explore our equipment and toys in this informal outside atmosphere with music, games and more. Develop motor skills and social interaction. Children ages 5 and under. Location is Manitou Park. $2.50/visit. Tuesday mornings starting July 8th. |
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Hiking Club
The Hiking Club meets every Wednesday morn | | |
