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Renowned Vernon artist Sveva Caetani's home opening to the public
June 28, 2021 - 7:30 AM

Beloved Vernon teacher, artist and writer Sveva Caetani’s works have returned to the city after a nearly 35-year hiatus.
Kamloops artist with bipolar disorder uses painting to help cope with hard times
June 26, 2021 - 4:31 PM

It can be challenging when life throws us curve balls and we are forced to adapt, sometimes quickly.
Syilx artist and community leader contributes to UBCO’s public art collection
June 24, 2021 - 7:30 AM

Syilx artist Sheldon Pierre Louis says the painting he created for UBC Okanagan’s Public Art Collection celebrates resistance and the strength of Syilx women.
Vernon museum hosting exhibit created to remember residential school survivors
June 10, 2021 - 8:00 PM

A timely exhibit on Canada’s residential schools will be at the Greater Vernon Museum and Archives this summer.
Buffy Sainte-Marie's digital art exhibit coming to Penticton Art Gallery
June 09, 2021 - 2:45 PM

The Penticton Art Gallery has a summer treat in store as it prepares for a showing of Buffy Sainte-Marie’s digital art.
Pair of shoes for each of the 215 children discovered buried at former Kamloops residential school
May 31, 2021 - 5:30 PM

The days since the announcement of the discovery of the remains of 215 children buried at the former Kamloops residential school have been hard for Stephanie Gutierrez.
West Kelowna winery showcases Syilx art for National Indigenous Month
May 29, 2021 - 10:55 AM

Grizzli Winery is celebrating the heritage, cultures and achievements of the Okanagan’s Indigenous peoples with a summer art exhibition honouring National Indigenous Month.
Kamloops artist 'liberates isolation art' with power pole displays
May 17, 2021 - 8:00 AM

In seeking ways to get outside amidst a year of cancelled events, postponed sports leagues and closed businesses, some made art to keep their sanity while restricted to a life inside, and some simply stepped out their front door to walk their neighbourhood while travel has been restricted.
Kelowna woman’s giant Minecraft costume nets her cosplay contest prize
May 08, 2021 - 6:30 AM

A Kelowna woman who spent hours meticulously painting and wiring a seven-foot tall Minecraft costume has been rewarded for her efforts in an Extra Life United Cosplay contest.
Auction nets hefty price for painting of Lumby's favourite dog
April 08, 2021 - 7:30 AM

A painting of a very popular North Okanagan dog has surprised the local art scene having been sold at auction for significantly more cash than anyone had thought it would.
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Actor Sylvester Stallone approves of Rambo statue erected in small B.C. town
- This story was originally published Aug. 15, 2020. Actor Sylvester Stallone likes a new wooden statue honouring the 1980s movie Rambo: First Blood that was erected in a small B.C. community this week. First Blood, a 1982 action

Recipe: Anna Olsen’s no bake cheesecake
Did you know today, July 30, is National Cheesecake Day? A great excuse to eat this delicious favourite dessert this weekend. Blueberries are also in season right now making this combination dreamy. No Bake Cheesecake with Blueberry Sauce

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