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A hearty feast of free readings, lectures, presentations, workshops and showcases celebrating our culture, community and the wild blue yonder.
 Where inquiring minds gather.
Okanagan Institute
at Hanna's Lounge
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Arts Council of the Central Okanagan is a resource centre and advocate for the arts in Kelowna and Central Okanagan. Find us at:
8-1304 Ellis Street
Kelowna BC V1Y 1Z8
Phone: 250.861.4123
Fax: 250.861.4155
Email: Click here
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Join the Arts Council of the Central Okanagan today and you will:
» Meet people who are involved in our arts community, and stay informed.
» Receive our weekly email newsletter, The Junction.
» Become eligible for group member grants.
» Have a worthy advocate to protect your artistic and cultural rights.
» Be able to join ARTSCO's special projects.
Click here to apply.
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Literary Arts
I Feel Like "No"! Lorraine Drdul
No! I don't want any sausages, bacon or ham
or crusty toast with strawberry jam.
No! I don't want to wear my red checkered shirt
or put on that itchy pleated skirt.
Why can't I have green and blue jelly beans
and run around in my cut-off jeans?
No! I won't tidy up all the toys in my room
or sweep up cracker crumbs with a broom.
No! I won't read anymore mystery tales
or practice those stupid piano scales.
Why can't I just run outside to play
and scatter the squawking crows away?
No! I'm not going to scrub my hands and feet
or brush my hair until it's neat.
No! I'm not going to wear that silly nightgown
or snuggle under the covers when I lie down.
Why can't I keep my fingers and toes out of sight
and go to sleep under the bed tonight?
No, Mom's not mad 'cause she told me so.
She still loves me even when I feel like No!
A resident of Kelowna, Lorraine has published a children's picture book story, called "The Blue Boots", available at Chapters and regional libraries. She is at present working on another.
We invite submissions from writers.
» The story or poem should not be over 2000 words and must be your own original work. All submissions must be word processed and emailed to us at our email address.
» Submissions must include your complete contact information: Name, Telephone, Email, Mailing Address.
» Please also include a short biography and if possible a small photo of yourself.
» The anonymity of all that submit a story or poem will be respected. Contact details supplied as part of your submission will not be disclosed to any third party.
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8-1304 Ellis Street, Kelowna BC V1Y 1Z8
Telephone: 250.861.4123 | Fax: 250.861.4155 | Email:
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