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There's always something happening in Vernon - check out our events calendar below, which is updated regularly with new events. If you can't find the event you're looking for, please refer to the Vernon Morning Star's Community Calendar www.vernonmorningstar.com or visit the Vernon Events listing at www.VernonEvents.ca

Wednesday
May
22

6:30 pm to 9:00 pm “Jazzin It Up” with Henry’s Heros Jazz Trio

6:30 to 9:00 listen to smooth Jazz while enjoying dinner in our beautiful three storey tropical atrium.
Call ahead to book your reservation and ask about our 3 course dinner features for only $29.95pp.
For more information call 250-542-9839 or check us out on facebook https://www.facebook.com/pages/BX-Creek-Bar-and-Grill/361501513864303?fref=ts

Best Western Vernon Lodge
3914 32nd Street Vernon BC   [ map ]

7:30 pm Joseph & the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat

W.L. Seaton's 27th Street Theatre presents this updated version, set in the psychedelic 70's, of the Andrew Lloyd Webber/Tim Rice classic. Tickets $15/adults, $10 students/seniors at the school office, 250-542-3361.

W.L. Seaton Secondary
2701-41 Avenue Vernon BC   [ map ]
250-542-3361

8:00 pm to 12:00 am Spotlight Karaoke

Spotlight karaoke and DJ entertainment.

Longhorn Pub
4513 25th Avenue Vernon BC   [ map ]
(250) 542-9222

Thursday
May
23

8:00 am to 1:00 pm Vernon Farmer’s Market

Friendly vendors offer best of local field and hothouse produce, plants, baking, crafts, artistic pursuits and entertainment. Still featuring tones of easy, free parking, the market is directly behind Wesbild Centre off 43rd Ave every Monday and Thursday.

Wesbild Centre
3445 – 43rd Ave Vernon BC   [ map ]

9:00 am Free Tour: Duteau Creek Water Treatment Plant

Residents of Vernon, Coldstream and Regional District Electoral Areas “B, C and D” are encouraged to sign up for tours of the Duteau Creek Water Treatment Plant during May 23-25, 2013. Advance registration is required for these tours as participants will be transported by bus to the site. Those in attendance will learn where their water comes from, what forms of treatment and disinfection are required, which sources supply Greater Vernon Water customers and what the Greater Vernon Water is doing to supply its customers with clean, safe drinking water.

To sign up for tours of the Duteau Creek Water Treatment Plant call Emma Posluns at 250-550-3684 or email emma.posluns@rdno.ca to secure your seat. The tours will be limited to a maximum of 40 participants per day. Participants must be over the age of 10 and it is recommended that they be able to walk up and down stairs. For safety reasons, as this is a fully operational industrial facility, participants must wear long pants and closed toe flat shoes.

Tours will be starting at 09:00 am and ending at 12:00 noon at the RDNO office. 9848 Aberdeen Road Coldstream, BC. Pre-booking for this tour is required.

BC   [ map ]
Emma Posluns
250-550-3684
emma.posluns@rdno.ca
www.rdno.ca

10:00 am to 11:00 am Silly Science for Tots

Inspire your young explorer with dynamic, hands-on, Silly Science programs at the Okanagan Science Centre this spring!

Parent or guardian accompaniment required. Drop in – no registration necessary
Cost per session:
Members: $5 + GST per child
Non-members: Regular admission and $5 + GST per child

Okanagan Science Centre
2704 Hwy 6 Vernon BC   [ map ]

1:00 pm Songs of the Emerald Isle @ the Schubert Centre

Sally Evans and molly Boyd present Songs of the Emerald Isle - a tribute to Old Ireland. Doors open at 1pm, showtime is 2-4pm. Tickets are $8 at Schubert Centre and at the door if available.

Schubert Centre
3505 30 Ave Vernon BC   [ map ]

7:00 pm “Fuel” Film @ Schubert Centre

Sir Richard Branson, musicians Sheryl Crow, Willie Nelson and Neil Young are just a few of the famous faces who appear in the movie, Fuel, which earned Audience Award at the 2008 Sundance Film Festival. The film is being shown at the Schubert Centre, a free presentation of the Sustainable Environment Network Society. For more details, see www.sensociety.org.

Schubert Centre
3505 30 Ave Vernon BC   [ map ]

7:30 pm Joseph & the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat

W.L. Seaton's 27th Street Theatre presents this updated version, set in the psychedelic 70's, of the Andrew Lloyd Webber/Tim Rice classic. Tickets $15/adults, $10 students/seniors at the school office, 250-542-3361.

W.L. Seaton Secondary
2701-41 Avenue Vernon BC   [ map ]
250-542-3361

8:00 pm Phantom of the Opera at Headbones

Headbones Gallery is hosting Peter Karrie and Melina Moore performing Phantom of the Opera. If you missed it last week, this is your last chance to see it! Limited tickets available. $25 from Bean Scene or call Headbones at 250-542-8987.

Headbones Gallery
6700 Old Kamloops Road Vernon BC   [ map ]

Friday
May
24

9:00 am Free Tour: Duteau Creek Water Treatment Plant

Residents of Vernon, Coldstream and Regional District Electoral Areas “B, C and D” are encouraged to sign up for tours of the Duteau Creek Water Treatment Plant during May 23-25, 2013. Advance registration is required for these tours as participants will be transported by bus to the site. Those in attendance will learn where their water comes from, what forms of treatment and disinfection are required, which sources supply Greater Vernon Water customers and what the Greater Vernon Water is doing to supply its customers with clean, safe drinking water.

To sign up for tours of the Duteau Creek Water Treatment Plant call Emma Posluns at 250-550-3684 or email emma.posluns@rdno.ca to secure your seat. The tours will be limited to a maximum of 40 participants per day. Participants must be over the age of 10 and it is recommended that they be able to walk up and down stairs. For safety reasons, as this is a fully operational industrial facility, participants must wear long pants and closed toe flat shoes.

Tours will be starting at 09:00 am and ending at 12:00 noon at the RDNO office. 9848 Aberdeen Road Coldstream, BC. Pre-booking for this tour is required.

BC   [ map ]
Emma Posluns
250-550-3684
emma.posluns@rdno.ca
www.rdno.ca

3:00 pm to 7:00 pm Friday Night Farmer’s Market

One of the Okanagan's friendliest and most convenient farmers' markets. Located next to SportChek, at the north end of the Village Green Centre parking lot, the market offers a wonderful selection of in-season fruits and vegetables, plus crafts, jewellery, cosmetics, baking, ethnic foods and much more. A great place to stock up for the weekend.

Village Green Centre Parking Lot
4900 27 St #0340, Vernon Vernon BC   [ map ]
Wayne
(250) 549-1588

7:00 pm Jamming the Pipeline Concert

Performers include Expression Collective, Henry Piovesan, Jayme McKillop, Peter McKillop, Immaculate, Laryssa Wolanski, Kian Waters, Bruce Kollis, Lance Carr, Ben Beveridge, Paul Langlois, Daniel Stark, Bill Boyd, Moot, Angela Roy, Megan Hunter, Tom Spencer, Hanah Jukes, Matt Brown, Nolan Janssens. Tickets available at The Hub, Bean Scene and www.ticketseller.ca. $22

Powerhouse Theatre
2901 35 Avenue Vernon BC   [ map ]
(250) 542-6194

7:30 pm Joseph & the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat

W.L. Seaton's 27th Street Theatre presents this updated version, set in the psychedelic 70's, of the Andrew Lloyd Webber/Tim Rice classic. Tickets $15/adults, $10 students/seniors at the school office, 250-542-3361.

W.L. Seaton Secondary
2701-41 Avenue Vernon BC   [ map ]
250-542-3361

7:30 pm Chilliwack

Vancouver stalwart CHILLIWACK has its roots as the house band of the Torch Cabaret back in '66. Evolving shifts in style and personnel resulted in the emergence of the band we know and love. Through it all, the driving force remains Bill Henderson. From the release of their first single "Looking at a Baby" which quickly rose to number three in Canada to the twenty minute major opus "What Love: Suite" - a huge cult classic - onward to "Raino", "Lonesome Mary", "Crazy Talk", "Fly at Night", "Baby Blue", "California Girl", "Communication Breakdown", "My Girl (Gone Gone Gone)", and "Whatcha Gonna Do" this iconic Canadian label has produced 31 hit singles, 16 of them Top 40.

As The Collectors they composed and performed music for George Ryga's play Grass and Wild Strawberries, for the NFB's Don't Let Angels Fall, and for a multi-media presentation at the Canadian pavilion at Expo 70 in Osaka, Japan. Henderson, along with previous member Brian MacLeod took home a Juno Award for Best Producer (1982). Rolling Stone Magazine wrote, "At their best, Chilliwack was the finest Canadian rock band, out-rocking BTO and out-writing Burton Cummings."

Vernon And District Performing Arts Centre
3800 - 33rd Street Vernon BC   [ map ]
(250) 549-7469
www.ticketseller.ca/

Saturday
May
25

9:00 am Free Tour: Duteau Creek Water Treatment Plant

Residents of Vernon, Coldstream and Regional District Electoral Areas “B, C and D” are encouraged to sign up for tours of the Duteau Creek Water Treatment Plant during May 23-25, 2013. Advance registration is required for these tours as participants will be transported by bus to the site. Those in attendance will learn where their water comes from, what forms of treatment and disinfection are required, which sources supply Greater Vernon Water customers and what the Greater Vernon Water is doing to supply its customers with clean, safe drinking water.

To sign up for tours of the Duteau Creek Water Treatment Plant call Emma Posluns at 250-550-3684 or email emma.posluns@rdno.ca to secure your seat. The tours will be limited to a maximum of 40 participants per day. Participants must be over the age of 10 and it is recommended that they be able to walk up and down stairs. For safety reasons, as this is a fully operational industrial facility, participants must wear long pants and closed toe flat shoes.

Tours will be starting at 09:00 am and ending at 12:00 noon at the RDNO office. 9848 Aberdeen Road Coldstream, BC. Pre-booking for this tour is required.

BC   [ map ]
Emma Posluns
250-550-3684
emma.posluns@rdno.ca
www.rdno.ca

10:30 am Eagle Run Race and Skills Clinic

The season opener includes recreational and competitive races and relays for both newbies and experienced paddlers along a spectator-friendly course between Kal Beach and Bishops Bird Sanctuary. In an effort to involve kids and youth, this year’s schedule now includes shorter distance races for Groms (Ages 13 & Under) and Junior (14-18yrs) making the event fun for the entire family. For those looking to develop new skills and hone their technique, Kalavida is also hosting a SUP Skills Clinic prior to the race and for the general public, there are free demos in the afternoon – A great chance to try out the sport for the first time and learn about the boards and equipment. Beach Day!

Kalavida Surf Shop 778-475-5808
www.kalavidasurfshop.com

Kalamalka Beach
Kalamalka Road Coldstream BC   [ map ]

1:00 pm Family Saturday @ Vernon Public Art Gallery

New to VPAG, Family Saturdays will take place on the last Saturday of each month, with an art project suitable for little kids and big kids alike, at a minimal cost to participants. This month we’ll explore paper sculpture, a fascinating art form with only one medium! Cut, bend, fold paper and create depth of field on a flat surface. Suggested ages 7+ Drop-in, $3/members, $5/non-members.

Vernon Public Art Gallery
3228 31 Ave Vernon BC   [ map ]

1:00 pm to 4:00 pm SPCA Open House

The Vernon & District Branch of the BC SPCA invites you to an animal-themed day of fun at its open house on May 25. Highlights of the open house include educational diplays, shelter tours, a barbecue with refreshments, and a garage sale from Noon to 4pm.

Vernon & District SPCA
4800 Haney Road Vernon BC BC   [ map ]

2:00 pm Joseph & the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat

W.L. Seaton's 27th Street Theatre presents this updated version, set in the psychedelic 70's, of the Andrew Lloyd Webber/Tim Rice classic. Tickets $15/adults, $10 students/seniors at the school office, 250-542-3361.

W.L. Seaton Secondary
2701-41 Avenue Vernon BC BC   [ map ]
250-542-3361

2:00 pm to 4:00 pm Strawberry Tea & Bazaar

Knitting, crafts, fascinators, angels, new and used jewellery and many novelty items. Bake sale, deli items, plant and book sale. A serving of strawberry shortcake topped with cream with tea or coffee is $5.

All Saints Anglican Church
3205 27th Street Vernon BC BC   [ map ]

7:30 pm Joseph & the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat

W.L. Seaton's 27th Street Theatre presents this updated version, set in the psychedelic 70's, of the Andrew Lloyd Webber/Tim Rice classic. Tickets $15/adults, $10 students/seniors at the school office, 250-542-3361.

W.L. Seaton Secondary
2701-41 Avenue Vernon BC   [ map ]
250-542-3361

Sunday
May
26

9:00 am to 2:00 pm Sunday Brunch @ The Village Green Hotel

Sunday Brunch $12.95 Adults / $10.95 Seniors/Children

27th Street Grill
4801 27th Street Vernon BC   [ map ]
(800) 555-1123

1:00 pm to 4:00 pm Art Start Show & Sale

Admission by donation to - Baby Liam Carr and his family
By the members of the Kalview Group of Painters
Complimentary ArtStart refreshments
For further information contact Joan Rowan @ 549-2665
Original watercolours and cards

Schubert Centre
3505 30 Ave Vernon BC   [ map ]

2:00 pm Okanagan Ukranian Festival

The Sadok Ukrainian Dance Ensemble is celebrating their 13th Anniversary Dance performance at the Vernon Performing Arts Theatre, Sunday, May 26, 2013 at 2:00pm. Special guests at this year's Okanagan Ukrainian Festival will be the Dolyna Ukrainian Dancers of Kelowna.

The Sadok Ukrainian Dance Ensemble is a dance theatre troupe that continually pushes the boundaries of this art form by entertaining and educating their audience about their Ukrainian Canadian Heritage. They have performed throughout the Okanagan Valley, Vancouver, Alberta and Los Angeles, California. In March of 2008 they performed at Disneyland, California where they shared their culture with the world. This excitingly vibrant and colourful dance is always enjoyed by audiences of both Ukrainians and non-Ukrainians alike!

We invite you all to join in an afternoon of Dance, Drama and Ukrainian Spirit! $20 Adult $10 Pre-School

Vernon And District Performing Arts Centre
3800 - 33rd Street Vernon BC   [ map ]
(250) 549-7469
www.ticketseller.ca/

7:00 pm Sunday Night Jams

Sunday Night Jams are back!Your host will be house band GTR!

The Green
4801 27th Avenue Vernon BC   [ map ]
(250) 542-3321

Monday
May
27

8:00 am to 1:00 pm Vernon Farmer’s Market

Friendly vendors offer best of local field and hothouse produce, plants, baking, crafts, artistic pursuits and entertainment. Still featuring tones of easy, free parking, the market is directly behind Wesbild Centre off 43rd Ave every Monday and Thursday.

Wesbild Centre
3445 – 43rd Ave Vernon BC   [ map ]

Tuesday
May
28

7:00 pm Service on 6th

Kalamalka Secondary School's Apple Box Theatre presents its student-penned, directed and acted play "Service on 6th", centred around the lives of residents of a small town and the '50s-style diner where they hang out. Tickets are $7/adults, $5/students available at the school office or at the door.

Kalamalka Secondary School
7900 McClounie Road Vernon BC BC   [ map ]
(250) 545-1396

7:30 pm Joseph & the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat

W.L. Seaton's 27th Street Theatre presents this updated version, set in the psychedelic 70's, of the Andrew Lloyd Webber/Tim Rice classic. Tickets $15/adults, $10 students/seniors at the school office, 250-542-3361.

W.L. Seaton Secondary
2701-41 Avenue Vernon BC   [ map ]
250-542-3361

7:30 pm Blues Caravan 2013

During their blistering five-month northern hemisphere tour, Blues Caravan (now in its fifth year) includes Toronto's JIMMY BOWSKILL on his third visit to the Performing Arts Centre (since being discovered at age eleven by bluesman Jeff Healey). "Tomorrow's Guitar Heroes" also features USA's BART WALKER (Best Guitarist at the 2012 International Blues Challenge) and the UK's JOANNE SHAW TAYLOR (lead guitar for Annie Lennox at the Diamond Jubilee Concert for Queen Elizabeth II.) Fundraiser by Jim Elderton for Vernon's Teen Junction Youth Centre. $27.50 Adult $15 Student.

Vernon And District Performing Arts Centre
3800 - 33rd Street Vernon BC   [ map ]
(250) 549-7469
www.ticketseller.ca/

Wednesday
May
29

7:00 pm Service on 6th

Kalamalka Secondary School's Apple Box Theatre presents its student-penned, directed and acted play "Service on 6th", centred around the lives of residents of a small town and the '50s-style diner where they hang out. Tickets are $7/adults, $5/students available at the school office or at the door.

Kalamalka Secondary School
7900 McClounie Road Vernon BC BC   [ map ]
(250) 545-1396

7:30 pm Joseph & the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat

W.L. Seaton's 27th Street Theatre presents this updated version, set in the psychedelic 70's, of the Andrew Lloyd Webber/Tim Rice classic. Tickets $15/adults, $10 students/seniors at the school office, 250-542-3361.

W.L. Seaton Secondary
2701-41 Avenue Vernon BC   [ map ]
250-542-3361

8:00 pm to 12:00 am Spotlight Karaoke

Spotlight karaoke and DJ entertainment.

Longhorn Pub
4513 25th Avenue Vernon BC   [ map ]
(250) 542-9222

Thursday
May
30

8:00 am to 1:00 pm Vernon Farmer’s Market

Friendly vendors offer best of local field and hothouse produce, plants, baking, crafts, artistic pursuits and entertainment. Still featuring tones of easy, free parking, the market is directly behind Wesbild Centre off 43rd Ave every Monday and Thursday.

Wesbild Centre
3445 – 43rd Ave Vernon BC   [ map ]

10:00 am to 11:00 am Silly Science for Tots

Inspire your young explorer with dynamic, hands-on, Silly Science programs at the Okanagan Science Centre this spring!

Parent or guardian accompaniment required. Drop in – no registration necessary
Cost per session:
Members: $5 + GST per child
Non-members: Regular admission and $5 + GST per child

Okanagan Science Centre
2704 Hwy 6 Vernon BC   [ map ]

6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Vernon Public Art Gallery Opens Four Okanagan Artist Exhibitions

Opening reception featuring the UBCO BFA Graduation Exhibition, Julia Prudhomme, Petula Pettman, James Postill with live music by Tanya Lipscomb. Admission by donation.

Vernon Public Art Gallery
3228 31 Ave Vernon BC   [ map ]

7:00 pm Service on 6th

Kalamalka Secondary School's Apple Box Theatre presents its student-penned, directed and acted play "Service on 6th", centred around the lives of residents of a small town and the '50s-style diner where they hang out. Tickets are $7/adults, $5/students available at the school office or at the door.

Kalamalka Secondary School
7900 McClounie Road Vernon BC BC   [ map ]
(250) 545-1396

7:30 pm Joseph & the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat

W.L. Seaton's 27th Street Theatre presents this updated version, set in the psychedelic 70's, of the Andrew Lloyd Webber/Tim Rice classic. Tickets $15/adults, $10 students/seniors at the school office, 250-542-3361.

W.L. Seaton Secondary
2701-41 Avenue Vernon BC   [ map ]
250-542-3361

Friday
May
31

3:00 pm to 7:00 pm Friday Night Farmer’s Market

One of the Okanagan's friendliest and most convenient farmers' markets. Located next to SportChek, at the north end of the Village Green Centre parking lot, the market offers a wonderful selection of in-season fruits and vegetables, plus crafts, jewellery, cosmetics, baking, ethnic foods and much more. A great place to stock up for the weekend.

Village Green Centre Parking Lot
4900 27 St #0340, Vernon Vernon BC   [ map ]
Wayne
(250) 549-1588

7:00 pm Service on 6th

Kalamalka Secondary School's Apple Box Theatre presents its student-penned, directed and acted play "Service on 6th", centred around the lives of residents of a small town and the '50s-style diner where they hang out. Tickets are $7/adults, $5/students available at the school office or at the door.

Kalamalka Secondary School
7900 McClounie Road Vernon BC BC   [ map ]
(250) 545-1396

7:30 pm Joseph & the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat

W.L. Seaton's 27th Street Theatre presents this updated version, set in the psychedelic 70's, of the Andrew Lloyd Webber/Tim Rice classic. Tickets $15/adults, $10 students/seniors at the school office, 250-542-3361.

W.L. Seaton Secondary
2701-41 Avenue Vernon BC   [ map ]
250-542-3361