The Rutlanders FB Page is Now Where It’s At
Join the Rutlanders community on Facebook at www.Facebook.com/rutlanders.
Business has been booming for me lately so I haven’t had the time to produce and update as much content on this site as I once did. The Facebook page really is the best way for us all to stay in touch about Rutland happenings - join the community by “Like”ing the page at www.Facebook.com/Rutlanders
Park & Play in Rutland July & August
I took my kids to enjoy the City of Kelowna’s “Park & Play” initiative at Mugford Park last week and it was a blast. The City of Kelowna is putting these great free family events on at various parks throughout the city including Mugford Park, Ben Lee Park, and Wigglesworth Park. For more info, visit http://www.kelowna.ca/CM/Page3445.aspx and download the PDF.
Gerstmar Park Grand Opening July 15
The City of Kelowna is hosting a Grand Opening Ceremony for the official opening of the new Gerstmar Park on Friday, July 15th from 1-2pm. They are inviting federal and municipal dignitaries as well as the Rutland Residents Association, local residents and daycares. After about 15 minutes of speeches there will be cake, refreshments, freezies/juice for the kids. As well as having a new playground, Recreation Services will have a few of the Park and Play activities out for the kids.
Gerstmer Park is located at the south end of Gerstmer Road along Mission Creek.
Ben Lee Park a Hotbed for Local Talent
Check out these talented locals putting on a show at Rutland’s Ben Lee Skate Park. I love how they react like they do this every day. Video shot and shared by Nico Boesten.
New 49 Unit Residential Building Breaks Ground on Rutland Road
With the support of BC Housing, a 49 unit apartment building has begun construction at the City Of Kelowna’s property at 189 Rutland Road N. The housing development will provide long term, transitional housing for those who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. The John Howard Society of the Central and South Okanagan (JHSCSO) will manage and operate New Gate Apartments. Completion of the building is estimated for January 2012.
“New Gate Apartments will be home to people who have already begun to stabilize their life through living in short-term supportive housing environments such as our Cardington Apartments,” said Shelley Cook, executive director, John Howard Society of the Central and South Okanagan. “With the addition of this building our organization will be able to further meet the needs of citizens in our community and come closer to breaking the cycle of poverty and homelessness.”
For more information, visit http://www.bchousing.org/news/news_releases/2011/02/22/5590_1102221418-675?pageNumber=
Game Seven at Home for the Kelowna Chiefs
The Kelowna Chiefs have shown some serious moxy in their first playoff series against the Princeton Posse, coming back to tie the best of 7 series at 3-3. Game 7 is tonight at Rutland Arena at 7 pm and the Chiefs want the suppport of their Rutland community to make sure they can put Princeton behind them and move on to round 2.
Ticket prices are super affordable and you’re sure to enjoy some high quality old time hockey at Rutland Arena. For more info, visit www.kelownachiefs.com
Todd Sanderson Speaks Out on his Frustrations with Kelowna City Council
This is a great article featuring hard working Rutland volunteer Todd Sanderson speaking his mind on his frustrations with Kelowna City Council’s lack of attention to the Rutland area.
Way to speak your mind, Todd!
http://www.castanet.net/news/Kelowna/60102/Rutland-Businesses-frustrated-by-city
Rutland Minor Baseball Registration Coming Up Soon in Kelowna
I met with Todd Russell, President and long time volunteer with the Rutland Minor Baseball Association to find out more about the organization and to spread the word about registration coming up in February. Get all the info at http://RutlandBaseball.com
Rutlanders.ca Facebook Page: 500+ Fan Prize Draw
The Rutlanders Facebook page (http://facebook.com/rutlanders) has surpassed 500 online fans and to celebrate, we’re doing a prize draw! This morning we randomly drew from the fans of the Facebook page for some great prizes donated by Rutland area businesses – here are the results:
Prize: $20 G.C. for the Aura Rose Winery wine shop located at 2270 Garner Road in the Belgo area (see previous post for more info)
Winner: Michael Gantner
Prize: four Kelowna Rockets tickets donated by Garry Benson, Lawyer from Benson Salloum Watts located on Highway 33 across from Plaza 33 – http://www.bensoncolaw.ca/garrybenson.php
Winner: Lori Janzen Fehr
Prize: two in home fitness sessions and a Ginger & Crew T-Shirt from Ginger and Crew Personal Training and Fitness – http://www.gingerandcrew.com/
Winner: Corrie Aker
Prize: a 15 lb box of organic Fuji apples from Orchard Corners Organics located in the Belgo area
Winner: Dianne Boutilier
Prize: $20 gift card for the Bean Scene Rutland donated by Grant Wiebe of Century 21 – http://RutlandHomes.ca
Winner: Alex Milnes
Congratulations to all the winners – you’ll be contacted shortly via Facebook. Thanks again to all our generous prize donors – make sure you support your Rutland area businesses in 2011!
It’s time once again for a long time Kelowna Christmas tradition in Rutland. Willow Park Church’s Living Nativity is this weekend and everyone is invited to enjoy a Bethlehem petting zoo, a musical drama, live Victorian mannequin displays, an INDOOR town of Bethlehem, and cookies and hots drinks for all. Living Nativity is Willow Park’s gift to the community and it’s all free. Go to www.WillowParkChurch.com for more info and showtimes.
