Annual Reports 2016 | Page 11

Arts, Culture, Amenities Serene Okanagan lakes, exquisite orchards and vineyards, and miles of sun-drenched landscapes: this is life, the Okanagan way – and it’s what makes Lake Country the perfect setting for work and play. Our vibrant, tight-knit community is also rich in culture, offering extraordinary arts and entertainment, a museum, an art gallery, live music open air concerts every Saturday during the summer, festivals/special events, a seasonal Farmers’ Market, as well as acclaimed fine and casual dining. Lake Country has over 50 kms of beautiful walking trails and is home to many amenities including athletic fields, parks, beaches, an arena, a curling club, waterpark, t ennis and padel courts as well as a skateboard park. The many community facilities such as the Community Complex, the Creekside Theatre, the Beasley Park Gazebo, various community halls and the Lake Country Senior Citizens’ Activity Centre are all available for public use and host various events throughout the year which are enjoyed by residents from all over the Okanagan valley. Community Parks          Swalwell Park Beasley Park Jack Seaton Park Okanagan Centre Museum Park Okanagan Centre Linear Park (Beach) Okanagan Centre Pixton Beach Linear Park Coral Beach Park Pioneer Park Creekside Park & Memorial Park Neighbourhood Parks          Apex Drive Park McCarthy Park Dewar Park Coral Beach North & South Nuyens Park Gable Road End R. S. Marshall Park Whiskey Cove Road End Cemetery Park Regional Parks     Kaloya Regional Park Kopje Regional Park Okanagan Centre Safe Harbour Reiswig Regional Park 2016 Annual Report 11 | P a g e