In this NWCA August Monthly Newsletter Issue: | |
The Sound Lab is an extension to NWCA's "Music in the Park". Building on the success of outdoor live music, the NWCA is happy to extend social connections through the power of music with our indoor version "The Sound Lab at Killiney Beach". The Lab is a reference that we will be trying a wide variety of genres and vibes to try to create a setting for everyone to enjoy. | |
COMMUNITY MEMBER SPOTLIGHT | |
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Photo and Post shared by
Candice White to
People of the North Westside Facebook Group
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A big NWCA THANK YOU goes out to Candice White for purchasing a new metal net for the park. Candice noted that this is about the 5th net they have purchased as all previous nets got ripped or torn down quickly. Which means when your ball goes through it bounces all over the place instead of staying on the court. She is hoping, like many others, this one lasts longer. We agree and would like to help.
If there are any equipment requests or needs to the children's playground equipment at the Westshore Estates Community Park please contact your NWCA Parks Director here as she is working in collaboration with our NWCA Sports Director on improvements to the shed and contents.
To all the community members who have kept the equipment intact and the park clean you are greatly appreciated!
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Thank you to all who came out and enjoyed the free NWCA Canada Day bbq, held at Westshore Estates Community Park, on Saturday, July 1st between 12 and 3 pm with the NWCA community. We appreciated all the support, sponsors, and diversity that make this all happen and we look forward to seeing you next year, July 1st, 2024.
We sincerely apologize to all for what unexpectedly occurred at this years celebration and promise to ensure there will be no political speeches next year.
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Congratulations to our 50/50 winner Sashah Harrison (pictured below with her family) who won $367 with Ticket #2177324. NWCA BCLC License # 140476! | | |
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SUMMERTIME BLUES
has come and gone....and everyone left with a smile.
Thank you to the many neighbours and friends that attended NWCA's Music in the Park on July 22nd at Westshore Estates Community Park with the musical group So_Co Blues Band.
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Thank you so very much to our sponsors, Morgan's Mountain Industries LTD, N.W.S. Landscaping and Beyond, and EXP Realty/Steele Group for their generous contribution to keep live music healthy and a part of our North Westside cultural experience. | |
Thank you to all the NWCA Hippie Market vendors that set up and endured the heat and the wind...hope that you enjoyed the music and the evening as well. You all make the event that much more special with your festive contributions. Thank you to Gary Sumner of Outdoor Star Cinema for some beautiful pictures to help capture the day. | | |
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Special thank you to Scott Graham, Andrew Coulter, Greg MacKeen and Christina Seitz for volunteering to make the event happen. It takes a small village to pull off an outdoor event. A big thank you to Jaimie Dewar , our own very talented NWCA Communications Director for all the beautiful graphics for the poster, menus etc. to showcase our events. | |
Thank you to the special group of ladies that demonstrated the very best of enjoying a Saturday evening with Blues music as they sat in the grass in their pretty dresses and hats and enjoyed some of Sheila's Toukylou Ice Cream treats...you ladies really know how to live and thrive...you put a big smile on my face and a few others. | |
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Next Music in the Park is Sat. Aug. 26th 2-5PM as we come together once again to celebrate PEACE< LOVE and ART with musical guests Justin Rindal and Steve Hansen. See you at the Park.
Article by Events Director, Wendy Waters
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NWCA COMMUNITY NEWS & INFO | |
Make a Difference in the Westside | |
We are looking for passionate community members, wishing to give back, while having fun, to join our NWCA team! We value your time and contribution. From as little as an hour a month to a directors seat there are many opportunities available so please let us know what interests YOU. | |
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Make a Difference. Join the NWCA.
Support making the Westside the Best side by becoming a member. Select your membership plan based on your residential address. There are two types of NWCA Membership. If your address is in the area beginning at Westshore Estates and ending at La Casa Resort then you are a VOTING member. If you live outside of these areas you are a NON Voting member.
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North Westside Business Directory | |
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The NWCA Business directory has multiple category listings, a map directory, and an A-Z listing of over 145 businesses that service the North Westside Communities and its residents. The directory is becoming the trusted go to place for contact information to much needed services.
Check out the directory next time you are looking to support local. IF you have a westside business please check that you are in the directory and your information is correct and current. IF you are not in the directory and would like to be please complete our submission form and add your business for free today.
Click on the category link to view on NWCAOnline.ca. Scroll to the appropriate subcategory to locate the business you are searching for.
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Artists and Photographers. | | |
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Carpenter, Chimney, Concrete, Decks, Drywall, Electrician, Equipment Operator, Excavating, Fencing, Finishing, Glass, Handyman, House Construction, Inspections, Metal Fabricator, Painting, Pile Driving, Plumbing & Heating, Roofing, Siding, and Stairs. | | |
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Bakery, Farm, Food Truck, and Store. | | |
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Acupuncture, Aesthetics, Coaches and Trainers, Hair Stylist, Holistic, Reiki, Tattoo, Cosmetics, Traditional, and Yoga. | | |
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Blinds, Cleaning, Glass, Home Décor, Lighting, Pest Control, Power wash, Sharpening, Solar, Vents, and Window Cleaning. | | |
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Landscaping, Snow Removal, and Tree Removal. | | |
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Automotive & Transportation Services and Small Engine Repair. | | |
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Child Care Services, Dog Grooming, Dog Training, Dog Walking, Groomer and Breeder, Pet Sitting, and Zumbini. | | |
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Accommodations, Accounting, Audio & Visual, Bookkeeper, Communications, Community Organizations, Consulting, Education & Training, Environmental Consulting, Graphic & Web Design, Home Design, Interior Design, Marketing Specialist, Property Management, Real Estate Agent, and Travel Club. | |
Marine 103 is out on the lake this beautiful Okanagan summer day for water rescue training with Kelowna Fire Department, Penticton Fire Department and Lake Country Fire Department |
Myron On The Bagpipes. Great acoustics at Station 102 🎶 👨🚒🚒 | By North Westside Fire Rescue | Facebook | Myron On The Bagpipes. Great acoustics at Station 102 🎶 👨🚒🚒 | | | |
We had a packed hall for this week’s training on WSPP-WFF. Lt. Zimmer led members through theory on Triage and Safe zones (TRA), Firefighters then went out into the community triaging homes and identifying safe zones in real life scenarios. This training provides members with BC Wildfire Certification. | |
Big NWFR thank you to the
Ewings Landing homeowners for supporting our training program.
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NWFR members were out in the community yesterday (July 7, 2023) handing out candy, letting kids spray water while checking out the fire trucks. It was great to meet everyone and see all the smiling faces as we rolled through Fintry Provincial Campground. | |
More photos from Fintry Campground where our friendly firefighters drove down to hand out candy, let kids spray water and check out the trucks. What a great night! | |
UPCOMING AUGUST SPECIAL EVENTS | | |
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SUMMER READING CHALLENGE
With 32 Registered Participants!
Summer reading challenge hosted by the North Westside Community Library for kids 2 to 17 is underway with 32 registered participants. Challenge is to read a minimum of 20 minutes a day for 5 days a week for 8 weeks.
There will be prizes each week and a Sundae Party for participating and completing the challenge! Click the flyer for more challenge and sponsor details!
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NORTH WESTSIDE PADDLERS GROUP
Are you interested in getting out on Okanagan Lake and joining? Click the image to follow and Join our Facebook group for the schedule and updates. All updates, locations, and schedule can be found on the group on Facebook.
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NWCA Welcomes The Lovers from Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
Here on the Westside we have many rocking snowbirds that have requested we bring the sounds and experience of the Lovers as the first installment to the upcoming SoundLab series held at Killiney Beach Community Hall. If you haven't heard them please click the link to the Facebook page to listen to what you don't want to miss. Tickets are almost sold out! Get yours today!
Click here to check out, follow, and listen to The Lovers on Facebook.
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Steve Hansen is a West Coast blues musician who has worked on the Vancouver music scene for 30 years. Now living in Westshore he also performs an array of different styles including early rhythm and blues, folk depending on the venue. | |
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Toss & Fetch WWC + UpDog Triple Crown
September 9th and September 10th
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NWCA has invited Kelowna Disc Dog Club up to Westshore Estates Community Park to host a full weekend trial!
The NWCA will host and will be providing a BBQ lunch on both days! We welcome all Westsiders to come out and enjoy the exciting games and professional dog competition!
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If you are a local dog related business that would like more information about setting up a booth at the Pet Hippie Market please register today!
This event is open to human spectators only.
If your dog is not registered to participate we respectfully request that
you do not bring your pet friends to the park and field during event times.
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We are looking to host our first annual North Westside Chili Cook Off at the September 23 Hippie Market at the hall.
The draw will be made for the Quilters SOLD OUT quilt raffle at this market. We will find out the winner to this heirloom piece!
If you would like to participate as a vendor or chef contender please contact us, register, and secure your limited spot at NWCAOnline.ca today!
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UPCOMING RECURRING EVENTS | |
Please note that youth group meetings are suspended for the summer but parents can contact Andrea at LibraryNWCA@gmail.com to get your kids set up to join in September. During the summer months the YA group is meeting for beach days. | |
Your feedback is always appreciated, and improves our delivery of service to you, our valued community member, so please feel free to engage and communicate! | | | | |
