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SUMMARY:Guided Tour & Afternoon Tea  on July 12\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:Start with a Guided Tour of the Bennett House\, then enjoy a afternoon tea with \nvarious traditional homemade treats ~ scones with clotted cream and jam\, finger sandwiches and \ndesserts\, while sipping on tea from our tea menu. \nAll while enjoying the history in the main dining area/living room of this beautiful Heritage mansion.
URL:https://okheritagesociety.com/event/guided-tour-afternoon-tea-on-july-12-2025/
LOCATION:Bennett Heritage House\, 1988 Bowes Street\, Kelowna\, British Columbia\, V1T 3C3\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Central Okanagan Heritage Society":MAILTO:cohs@telus.net
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SUMMARY:Bennett House Guided Tours
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nCome and step into the past to learn more about this outstanding building! \nThis is an exciting opportunity to view this significant heritage building and to \ndiscover more about its history and unique style. \nCOHS is dedicated to sharing and interpreting the house and site for the community. \nTours are offered at 11am and 1pm \n$20/person or $15 for COHS Members \nPre-Registration is required as there are limited spots for each tour
URL:https://okheritagesociety.com/event/dont-miss-the-june-28-bennett-house-guided-tour/
LOCATION:Bennett Heritage House\, 1988 Bowes Street\, Kelowna\, British Columbia\, V1T 3C3\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Central Okanagan Heritage Society":MAILTO:cohs@telus.net
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SUMMARY:Mix\, Mingle\, and Meander in Benvoulin Heritage Park
DESCRIPTION:Stop by our open house anytime from 2-4:30pm to see what our organization is all about! \nEnjoy a stroll through the beautiful Benvoulin Heritage Park gardens. \n  \nRyan Donn\, known for his rhythmic acoustic and melodic vocals\, \nwill be performing in the gardens. \n \n  \nThe Okanagan Master Gardeners will be available to answer any questions \nduring our Annual Plant Sale. \n  \n \nThere will be a talk & tour of the Benvoulin Heritage Church at 2:30pm. \n  \nSunday June 1\, 2025 \n 2:00pm – 4:30pm \nBenvoulin Heritage Park \n 2279 Benvoulin Rd\, Kelowna \n Admission is free!  \n(… of course donations are always welcome 😊) \n  \n \nThank you for your support: \nCity of Kelowna; Province of B.C.; \nCentral Okanagan Foundation
URL:https://okheritagesociety.com/event/mix-mingle-and-meander-in-the-park/
LOCATION:Benvoulin Heritage Church\, 2279 Benvoulin Road\, Kelowna\, British Columbia\, V1W2C8\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Central Okanagan Heritage Society":MAILTO:cohs@telus.net
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SUMMARY:Guided tour of the Heritage Designated Bennett House
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nCome and step into the past to learn more about this outstanding building! \nThis is an exciting opportunity to view this significant heritage building and to \ndiscover more about its history and unique style.  \nIn October 2024\, the grandchildren of W.A.C. and May Bennett donated this special place to \nthe Central Okanagan Heritage Society (COHS). \nWe feel very privileged and honoured to be entrusted with the care of this significant building. \nCOHS’ is dedicated to sharing and interpreting the house and site for the community. \nCOHS will be offering two 1.25 hour tours of this historical jewel on: \nSaturday May 24\, 2025 \n11am and 1pm \n  \nPre-Registration and a minimum donation of $20 is required. \nLimited spots for each tour. \nEmail: cohs@telus.net to register
URL:https://okheritagesociety.com/event/guided-tour-of-the-heritage-designated-bennett-house/
LOCATION:Bennett Heritage House\, 1988 Bowes Street\, Kelowna\, British Columbia\, V1T 3C3\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Central Okanagan Heritage Society":MAILTO:cohs@telus.net
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SUMMARY:Central Okanagan Heritage Society's Annual General Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Notice Of Annual General Meeting \nCentral Okanagan Heritage Society \n  \nPlease join us at our 43rd Annual General Meeting \nwith guest speaker Janet MacArthur \n  \nThursday\, March 27th 2025 \n7pm at Benvoulin Heritage Church   \n2279 Benvoulin Road\, Kelowna \n  \nAGM Agenda \nIntroductions \n2024 Highlights and Annual Report \nAGM Business and nominations to the COHS Board \nGuest Speaker Janet MacArthur \nRefreshments in Reid Hall \n  \nJanet will be discussing her co-authored anthology \nOkanagan Women’s Voices Syilx and Settler Writing and Relations\, 1870s to 1960s. \nThis anthology is on the relations between syilx women and settler women\, largely of European descent\, who came to inhabit the British Columbia southern interior from the mid-nineteenth to the early twentieth centuries. \n  \n2025 Memberships are now due for renewal: \nIndividual Membership $25 \nCouple/Family $35 \nNon-profit Organization $40 \nCorporate $100 \n  \nMemberships can be renewed on-line: okheritagesociety.com/membership \nOr e-transfers can be sent to: cohs@telus.net
URL:https://okheritagesociety.com/event/central-okanagan-heritage-societys-annual-general-meeting/
LOCATION:Benvoulin Heritage Church\, 2279 Benvoulin Road\, Kelowna\, British Columbia\, V1W2C8\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Heritage Grant Program Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for this free public information session on the City of Kelowna Heritage Grants Program. \nEveryone is welcome to attend. \n  \nReid Hall in Benvoulin Heritage Park \n2279 Benvoulin Road \nThursday\, March 6\, 2025 \n6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. \n  \nThe session will include an overview of the program and the on-line application process\, through the City of Kelowna’s website. The program manager and city planning staff will be available to answer questions about the on-line system\, the heritage grants program\, and other heritage-related matters. \nGrants assist with a portion of the costs incurred in maintaining the building’s exterior\, including the foundation. Only buildings listed on the Kelowna Heritage Register are eligible to apply. \nThe CoKHGP is administered by the Central Okanagan Heritage Society (COHS) for the City of Kelowna. \nPlease RSVP: Lorri Dauncey  ldauncey.cohs@telus.net \nRegistration is required as there is limited seating \n\n  \n 
URL:https://okheritagesociety.com/event/heritage-grant-program-information-session/
LOCATION:Reid Hall\, 2279 Benvoulin Road\, Kelowna\, British Columbia\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="City of Kelowna Heritage Grants Program":MAILTO:ldauncey.cohs@telus.net
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SUMMARY:Christmas at Benvoulin
DESCRIPTION:Join us on December 1st to welcome the holidays!  There will be music\, a Christmas story\, hot drinks and delicious desserts!  Expect many of your Christmas favorites’ and lots of fun! 2024 Christmas At Benvoulin  Seating is limited\, so make sure you arrive by 1:30pm as show starts at 2pm sharp. Admission is by donation to help us continue our work preserving the heritage houses in our region. \n 
URL:https://okheritagesociety.com/event/christmas-at-benvoulin/
LOCATION:Benvoulin Heritage Church\, 2279 Benvoulin Road\, Kelowna\, British Columbia\, V1W2C8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:COHS
ORGANIZER;CN="Central Okanagan Heritage Society":MAILTO:cohs@telus.net
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SUMMARY:Hits for Heritage with Andrew Johns!
DESCRIPTION:After 42 years of educating\, advocating\, collaborating and conserving the distinct heritage of the Central Okanagan\, we are excited to hold an off-site fundraiser for all! Join us in supporting our mission while enjoying the vibrant energy and music of Andrew Johns. This event will help the Central Okanagan Heritage Society continue to preserve and maintain our Heritage Designated Buildings and further our advocacy and educational efforts in the community. With the recent donation of the WAC Bennett House\, we have many plans to make it accessible to the public\, and funds raised will also support these efforts. Andrew Johns is the “one-man band” man who ALWAYS gives more than is expected and “loves” what he does\, and it shows. This world traveler brings his energy\, commitment and reliability to every event he plays no matter what\, no matter where and no matter with who! He’s performed with Alex Lifeson (RUSH) Tommy Thayer (KISS) Don Felder (Eagles) Robbie Krieger (DOORS) and of course Alice Cooper every year for his golf charity. Andrew brings his unique style of performance and humor and takes the audience on a gradual ride through the ages of music. From Victor Borge styled classical all the way to the latest pop hits and everything in between. The fundraiser will take place on November 7th at Creekside Theatre. Doors will open at 6pm\,with the show starting at 7pm. Ryan Donn will kick off the evening\, followed by Andrew Johns’ main act after the intermission. During the event\, guests can explore our silent auction featuring fantastic prizes from generous local businesses\, participate in a 50/50 raffle draw\, and enjoy snacks and drinks from the theatre bar. Sarah Porter\, our new Managing Director\, is passionate about fundraising and community engagement. We invite you to show your support by joining us with friends or family members. Purchase your tickets today\, and let’s make the Hits for Heritage event on November 7th a sold out success!
URL:https://okheritagesociety.com/event/hits-for-heritage-with-andrew-johns/
LOCATION:Creekside Theatre\, 10241 Bottom Wood Lake Road\, Lake Country\, British Columbia\, V4V 1Y7\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Central Okanagan Heritage Society":MAILTO:cohs@telus.net
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