Wednesday, February 9, 2011

#Vernon Winter Carnival Wednesday Feb 9 '11 Calendar of Events includes New Appies and Art Event!

There has been a late addition to the Carnival Line up!

Appetizers and Art!

Time:            7:00-9:00pm
Location:     Village Green Hotel Sierra Room

Admission:  $5.00

Enjoy an exhibition featuring the works of  local artists!

Arrest the Best
Sponsors:         Vernon Dodge Jeep, Okanagan Restoration, Vernon Winter Carnival Society
Time:                8:30 am to 5:00 pm.
Admission:        $20.00 an arrest, plus bail money

Arrange to have you BEST friend or BOSS arrested. The jail will arrive at your place of business. Pictures of jail time will be taken upon payment of bail. Your arrested BEST will be released into your custody. Call the Carnival Office to arrange your Arrest  250-545-2236

Free Lessons at Cheek to Cheek Dance Studio
Sponsors:         Cheek to Cheek Dance Studio
Time:                7:00 pm
Location:           3401A 30th Ave. Downtown Vernon

Free Couples SALSA lessons. So much fun your cheeks will hurt. Just show up at the scheduled time ready to have a good time dancing. Everyone is welcome. No experience necessary. They love two left feet.

Broom Ball Tournament Semi Finals and Final
Sponsors:         Royal Bank and Downtown Vernon Association
Time:                12:00 Noon
Location:           30th Avenue

The best, most outrageous sporting event is back for another year in Downtown Vernon. Registered teams will participate in an outdoor Broom Ball tournament on 30th Avenue Downtown. Teams compete for an official trophy. Come down and cheer for your favourite team! Good luck to all... we will be spectators as we lost yesterday to the City of Vernon.

What’s Cooking in the Night Sky?
Sponsor:           Silver Star Rotary Club
Time:                3:30 pm
Location:           Okanagan Science Centre – Polson Park
Cost:                Regular admission rates apply; Free for OSC members

Fun for all ages. Join us in the Planetarium for a look into our carnival night sky and be on the lookout for culinary constellations-this presentation will leave you hungry for more! (Astronomy that is!)

Skillets, Crocks and Pudding Sticks

Sponsor:              Greater Vernon Museum and Archives

Date:                     ongoing

Location:             Vernon Museum 3009 – 32nd Ave.

Admission:         By donation

In keeping with the Carnival theme, the Vernon Museum will be assembling displays that feature early kitchen implements, tools and processes. The history behind a few pioneer recipes will accompany the displays along with a “What is it?” Contest for unusual objects found in the 19th century kitchens. Demonstrations of apple peelers will also be in place.

Jopo House Luncheon

Sponsors:            Prospera Credit Union, Vernon Winter Carnival

Time:                    Doors open at 11:00 Lunch served at 11:45 Entertainment 12:30 pm.

Location:             Prestige Hotel Ballrooms

Admission:         $22.00

Come and enjoy a plated lunch featuring Salmon served at your table, includes salad and a selection of desserts. Then sit back and enjoy the sounds of Lee Dinwoodie performing some of his original country music and his #1 hit from Europe as well as other chart hitting songs.

What’s Cooking  - Dinner Theatre

Sponsors:            Tragically Comic Players

Time:                    Doors open at 6 Dinner 6:20 Show at 7:30

Location:             Schubert Centre

Admission:         $45.00

“What’s Cooking ?” is a comedy mystery of the zaniest order, full of twists and turns and just crazy stuff. The cast of 8 includes Jackson Mace (musician/actor/writer) who will treat the audience to some familiar tunes as well as some new ones. He also plays a role along with Mr. Phil Wagner the writer/director/designer of this new “What’s Cooking?” comedy. Expect to be drawn into the play since some of the characters will magically appear from the audience.

Not recommended for children, but thoroughly okay for the whole family, and the food will be delicious.

Outdoor Skating Party

Sponsor:           Kiss FM and Okanagan Boys and Girls Club

Time:                 6:30 – 8:30pm

Location:         Centennial Outdoor Rink at the Rec Centre

Admission:     $2.00 /per person or $5.00/family

A fabulous evening of skating, popular music and great prizes. Music provided by Kiss FM. Concession available – Hot dogs, chips, pop, Hot Chocolate. Create a costume of Carnival Theme or wear your favourite.

Science behind the Spirits

Sponsor:         Okanagan Spirits

Time:               7:00 – 9:00pm

Location:        Okanagan Spirits 2920 28th Avenue

Admission:   $35.00 per person / $25.00 for Okanagan Science Centre Members

Limited tickets – Check with Okanagan Science Centre in Polson Park or at Okanagan Spirits for availability.

Science is everywhere and contributes to many aspects of our lives, including enjoying a finely crafted distilled beverage. Learn how spirits are made and how science plays a part. An eventful evening with active distilling and spirit production, science demonstrations and the opportunity to sample locally made spirits and culinary delights. Must be over 19 years of age.

Wok and Rock at the Halina – Tea and Decorated Hats

Sponsor:        Halina Seniors Centre (Vernon Senior Citizens Rec Society)

Location:       Halina Centre 3310 37th Avenue

Time:             1:00 – 3:00 pm

Admission: $6.00

An afternoon tea serving Shang Hai Wrap, jello with a twist, fortune cookie, tea and coffee. There will be entertainment throughout the event. Prizes will be awarded for the best homemade decorated Chinese hats. Door prises too. Everyone Welcome.

See you online,

 Brell ~ Brenda Ellis REALTOR ®

Your Okanagan Real Estate Umbrella

with  Century 21 Executives Realty Ltd 

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Vernon, BC  V1T 5M2

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