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Marking 50 years since the BC Summer Games were first held in Penticton, the games are returning to the city for their anniversary in 2028.

Kamloops, the original host of the BC Winter Games, will also once again host the event in February of 2028.

Hundreds of student athletes from across B.C. in every geographic zone of the province will come to the two communities to showcase their talent and build connections with their fellow competitors.

“A lot’s changed in 50 years and I think during that period, the focus went away from the pure competition to building athletes in and around the province,” said Penticton Mayor Julius Bloomfield. “I think the focus now is about using the games to build communities and strengthen communities. I see that as a message to strengthen…

Marking 50 years since the BC Summer Games were first held in Penticton, the games are returning to the city for their anniversary in 2028.

Kamloops, the original host of the BC Winter Games, will also once again host the event in February of 2028.

Hundreds of student athletes from across B.C. in every geographic zone of the province will come to the two communities to showcase their talent and build connections with their fellow competitors.

“A lot’s changed in 50 years and I think during that period, the focus went away from the pure competition to building athletes in and around the province,” said Penticton Mayor Julius Bloomfield. “I think the focus now is about using the games to build communities and strengthen communities. I see that as a message to strengthen…

History lessons with fun sips

Photo: Summerland Museum & Archives Society

The Summerland Museum ‘popped-up’ at the Summerland Heritage Cider Co. on Friday to share some local history

The Summerland Museum is on the move — heading to local wineries and distilleries to share some history.

Throughout the summer, the Summerland Museum & Archives Society shared that they will be hosting different special pop-up museums.

The one-off exhibits will explore the fascinating history of each area while offering attendees the opportunity to enjoy a tasting while listening.

Coming up on July 21, the museum will be at Dirty Laundry Winery from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

“A winery with a colourful past, a beautiful patio, and views of the KVR and trestle bridge. Our special one-off exhibit will…