Now you KNow with Pamela and Nikki: Upcoming Events for December 6 to 12
Pamela's Highlights:
Christmas Plant Workshop
Date: Saturday, December 7, 2024 Time: 1:00 PM Where: Black Hills Estate Winery - Oliver Link: Event Link Details: Each ticket will include one glass of wine, charcuterie as well as all of the materials needed to make your Grinch Tree including a small spruce tree and a a large range of decorations to choose from.
Grinchmas is Coming to Town
Date: Friday, December 13 to Sunday, December 15, 2024 Time: 12:00 (Noon) to 4:00 PM Where: Delta Hotels Grand Okanagan Resort Event Link Details: We'll have Dr. Seuss story-time, a polaroid Photo Booth open for grab & go memories, and trufulla tree pops with Whooville candy canes for the kids. Book a photo appt with a pro photographer
Tech the Halls
Date: Thursday, December 12, 2024 Time: 4:00 to 7:00 pm Where: Innovation Centre Event Link Details: Mix & mingle, Hear a few words from AO's CEO, Brea Lake. Drink & appies
Kelowna's Largest Christmas Expo
Date: Thursday, December 12, 2024 to Saturday, December 14, 2024 Time: Varying times Where: Kelowna Harvest Church Link: Event Link Details: The Bite Before Christmas! Head to Mainstreet Centre to explore a magical holiday market with over 200 vendors offering unique gifts, handcrafted goods, and delicious seasonal treats. Door prizes.
December Holiday OMEC Mixer
Date: Tuesday, December 17, 2024 Time: 4:00 to 7:00 PM Where: Craft 42 Roasters Link: Event Link Details: Meet and mingle with other members in the event community, while enjoying delicious holiday treats and sips. Okanagan Meetings & Events Community. With a gift exchange!
Goal Setting Strategies - Planning for Success
Date: Thursday, December 19, 2024 Time: 12:00 (Noon) to 1:00 PM Where: Canada Life Office Link: Event Link Details: Join Joshua Marshall & Tamara Pals for our annual Goal Setting lunch and learn where you will have the opportuinity to plan for your 2025 goals and learn our strategies for success. Free!
Kelowna's Largest Office Christmas Party
Date: Friday, December 20, 2024 Time: 6:00 to 11:30 PM Where: Delta Hotels Grand Okanagan Resort Link: Event Link Details: Reception, silent auction, buffet dinner, live music, DJ, photobooth, Chef's Hat competition
Happening this Week!
Friday, December 6, 2024
West Kelowna Light Up!
Time: 5:00 to 8:00 PM Where: Brown Road Event Link Details: Join the City of West Kelowna for free, festive, family fun as we make Westbank Centre sparkle and shine. This event includes holiday music, activity stations, free hot chocolate, food trucks, a visit from Santa, the Grinch, the cast of Frozen and more
Shane Koyczan, Spoken Word Artist
Time: 7:30 PM Where: RCA Event Link Details: Clinched victory in the USA Slam Poetry Competition and also triumphed in the Canadian Spoken Word Olympics. “A symbol of hope … Canada’s best-known spoken word poet.” CBC The National. Spoken word poetry is a word-based performance art where speakers engage in powerful self-expression by sharing their views on particular topics for a live audience, focusing on sound and presentation.
Craft Culture Holiday Market
Dates: December 6 to 8, 2024 Time: Varying Hours Where: RCA Event Link Details: Clinched victory in the USA Slam Poetry Competition and also triumphed in the Canadian Spoken Word Olympics. “A symbol of hope … Canada’s best-known spoken word poet.” CBC The National. Spoken word poetry is a word-based performance art where speakers engage in powerful self-expression by sharing their views on particular topics for a live audience, focusing on sound and presentation.
Matilda the Musical
Dates: Check Link Below for More Dates Time: 7:30 to 10:30 PM Where: Kelowna Actors Studio Event Link Details: Matilda takes you on a whimsical journey into the extraordinary world of a precocious and gifted young girl named Matilda Wormwood.
Saturday, December 7, 2024
Holiday Cheer Tour
Dates: Every Saturday & Sunday through December Time: 12:00 (Noon) to 7:00 PM Where: Luckhurst Farms, Meadow Vista, Priest Creek Event Link Details: Cocktail flights, treats for the kids, holiday light up, wine tasting, s'mores, sing carols, santa photos. Proceeds to BCCH
Decorate Your Own Christmas Tree
Time: 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM Where: Buckerfields Event Link Details: $15 Per Tree, Includes lights, decorations and a miniature tree. Kids under 16 only. Please RSVP
Sensitive Santa
Time: 6:30 PM Where: Orchard Park Mall Event Link Details: This year, we're partnering with Canucks Autism Network. Each family will receive a complimentary photo with Santa and a special anniversary gift. Limited spaces available, register now!
JPC Holiday Light Up
Time: 11:00 AM Where: West Kelowna Event Link Details: Across all Jason Parkes Customs locations, join us in the festive fun as we light up the JPC trail, host family friendly activities, and support local charities; The COFB, and Mamas
Sunday, December 8, 2024
Bark the Halls: Festive Cookie Decorating
Time: 3:00 to 5:00 PM Where: So Fetch, Canine Social Club Event Link Details: Join us for a paws-itively fun event where you and your furry friends can paint delicious dog cookies together. It's a great way to spend time bonding with your pup and meeting other dog lovers in the community.
Santa Brunch
Dates: December 8 and December 15 Time: 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM Where: Kelowna Yacht Club Event Link Details: The buffet will have a wide array of options for everyone in the family, including a Chef-attended eggs benedict bar, a carvery station & much more. Santa photos, crafts, activities
Winter Evergreen Wreath Workshop
Time: 1:00 PM Where: Little Straw Vineyards Event Link Details: Get into the holiday spirit and bring home a touch of festive cheer with our Winter Evergreen Wreath Workshop at Little Straw Vineyards! Materials and instruction provided.
Create & Sip: Grinch Tree Workshop
Time: 1:00 PM Where: Delta Grand Event Link Details: Completely customize your own grinch tree creation with friends or family. Beverage & all supplies are included. No experience necessary just come create and have fun!
Monday, December 9, 2024
Winter Deep Dive: A Gong Experience
Time: 6:30 to 7:30 PM Where: Perfect Balance Yoga & Fitness WK Event Link Details: Come Deep Dive into the depths of ambient sound in a healing space with Gongs and sound instruments. The nuances and complexities of the vibrational range can be quite penetrating, at times peaceful, and at other times compelling. They enable healing on all levels – physical, mental, emotional and spiritual.
Tuesday, December 10, 2024
Holiday Swing Dance Party
Time:6:00 to 9:00 PM Where: Benvoulin Heritage Church Event Link Details: Beginner swing lesson followed by social dancing then our intermediate lesson. Our DJ will be playing a set of vintage holiday tunes and there might even be some festive games. No partner or dance experience needed.
Wednesday, December 11, 2024
West K Women of Influence Holiday Meet & Mingle
Time: 4:30 to 7:30 PM Where: 19 Okanagan Grill & Bar Event Link Details: Guest speaker Jennifer Henson, Office/Pastor, The Salvation Army. Food, festive cheer, and LEARN about The Salvation Army, their past, present and future vision!
Thursday, December 12, 2024
Stars on Ice Holiday Tour
Time: 7:00 PM Where: Prospera Place Event Link Details: Spectacular skating by Elvis Stojko, Kaetlyn Osmond, Kaitlyn Weaver & Andrew Poje, Keegan Messing, Satoko Miyahara, Nam Nguyen, Jeremy Abbott, Gracie Gold & Elladj Balde.
December Business After Hours
Time: 5:00 to 8:00 PM Where: 4 Eyes Optometry Event Link Details: Join us on Thursday, December 12 from 5-7pm at 4 Eyes Optometry for a great evening of networking, local food and drink and some great prizes.
Now You KNow with Pam and Nikki will be back next week with more hand curated events.
Enjoy the beautiful region we live in and get out there to meet people who share your interests!
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