A Sparkling Celebration to Kick Off the Centre’s 50th Anniversary Week! On Friday, September 18 at 7:30 pm, the Ryga Arts Festival and the Summerland Community Centre are joining forces for an uplifting evening that celebrates the Arts and launches a full week of anniversary festivities at the Centre. The night features two standout musical […]
Celebrating 50 Years of Community The Summerland Community Centre began in the 1960s when Harry and Ida Dracas helped local seniors create a place to gather, socialize, and enjoy activities. With just a $200 grant, the group launched a drop‑in program at the I.O.O.F. Hall, offering dances, carpet bowling, shuffleboard, and Bingo. As membership grew, […]
Sure as the sun sets in the west, rolling into the Centre on Friday, October 16, is A Man Named Sue, performing “The Songs of Johnny Cash — and Other Outlaws.” A Man Named Sue (yes, that’s the name he insists on) graduated from Summerland Senior Secondary — eventually. He cheerfully admits he was “a […]
We're excited to offer two floors of vendors again! In June, we have already received applications from vendors. We had a wonderful turnout of both the vendors and the public last year. Our vendors provide quality, unique handcrafted gift items that you'd be hard-pressed to find anywhere else! You can get all of your Christmas […]
James Hay's blues journey began on the road in the mid‑90s touring with travelling bands such as the Ole Johnson Blues Band, Northwest Boogie, and Zydeco North. Those early years helped to shape his sound — a mix of gritty blues, rootsy groove, and the kind of stage presence that only comes from playing night […]
The Strummers are back for another year of festive fun! After seeing how much joy this event has brought, both for those leading it and those singing along, the group jumped at the chance to host it again. Many of us miss the old tradition of going door‑to‑door caroling, but times have changed. This gathering […]
Our ever-favourite show-and-dance band is returning to help us all celebrate the wonderful Christmas season! Come in from out in the cold and warm up with neighbourly chit chat, toe-tapping rhythms, and danceable dances, to a program of festive tunes, often with a twist - just to keep things interesting! If you’ve been to one […]
Glory Days brings a feel‑good mix of classic hits to stages across the Okanagan. Whether it’s a pub night, club show, wedding, or private party, this Kelowna duo is known for lively performances that get audiences dancing, singing, and reminiscing. Featuring music by: The Beatles — timeless pop‑rock classics Eagles — smooth California harmonies Johnny […]
