[BCMA] September E-News | Historic O'Keefe Ranch

Thu Sep 7 15:18:41 PDT 2017

The Ranch is Still Open with Lots to See and Do

Victorian Elegance and Cowboy Culture
Open until October 1 2017
View this email in your browser (http://mailchi.mp/0c3518d8b238/april-e-news-historic-okeefe-ranch-1578481?e=1e053e65a6)

** We Are Not Done Yet!
------------------------------------------------------------

August was another busy month at the O'Keefe Ranch with sold out Cowboy Dinner Shows, record numbers at our Family Fun Day, and a wait list for our Pioneer Children's Summer Camp. Our 150th Anniversary Year has been wonderful and our visitor numbers continue to grow. Thank you to our guests, volunteers, and community members for your continued support. The O'Keefe Ranch is open daily in September from 10:00 am - 5:00 pm and the last day of the season is Sunday October 1. Our interpreters look forward to providing tours of the mansion and our teachers are ready for students to take part in the Educational School program for the remainder of the season. September is a great month for 55+ travelers to stop by for a visit of the Greenhow Museum exhibitions, dinner at Cattlemen's Club Restaurant, or a stay over in our RV Park. Warm days and cool nights this month makes for a great time of year to explore the Historic O'Keefe Ranch. Remember, the Ranch grounds are dog friendly (on
a leash please) and picnic lunches are allowed.

** Yoga with Goats
------------------------------------------------------------

New at the O'Keefe Ranch! Yes that's right folks, we are offering 6 sessions of yoga with goats this month. Practice breathing, stretching, and being present, while in the company of our very curious, agile, and friendly resident Nigerian Dwarf goats. Join yoga instructors Jennifer at 10:00 am on Wednesdays, September 13, 20, 27, or Sam at 1:00 pm on Saturdays, September 16, 23, 30.  The fee is $20 + GST per person and it includes regular admission to the Ranch. Sessions are approx. 1 hr, beginners welcome, and children are permitted with the company of a guardian. Please bring your own yoga mat or towel. In case of rain the session will be moved from the grass to the pavilion. Pre-registration is required as space is limited. For more information and to register call 250-542-7868 or email events at okeeferanch.ca (mailto:events at okeeferanch.ca)

http://okeeferanch.us3.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=f9abbe84adeaefd86c157e916&id=3287bdf0f0&e=1e053e65a6

** O'Keefe Family Reunion
------------------------------------------------------------

On Sunday Aug 6^th, 120 descendants of Cornelius O’Keefe gathered to celebrate the 150^th Anniversary of the O’Keefe family. His families with Alapetsa, Mary Ann and Elizabeth were well represented and came from many parts of North America to attend. The genealogy of Cornelius’s 3 families was displayed and family members had great fun looking up to see what generation they were from Cornelius. Family from the 3^rd to the 7^th generation were in attendance at the reunion. At this time Cornelius has a legacy of 8 generations. Everyone was busy visiting with one another and taking in all the activities and exploring the Ranch site throughout the day. Following a delicious lunch prepared by the Cattleman’s Club, Ken Mather, the former Manager/Curator of the Ranch for 22 years, provided a very informative talk on the beginnings of the Ranch and the impact Cornelius had on Vernon and the Okanagan Valley. The family members gathered in front of the Church for a group family photo
to cap the day’s events. Submitted by Eileen Giuliani (O'Keefe)

** From the Curator
------------------------------------------------------------

Celebrate Culture Days with our curator! Visit the Ranch on Saturday, September 30 from 12:00pm – 3:00pm for photography related activities for all ages. Drop in on our curator Carla-Jean Stokes in the Greenhow Museum to learn more about our collection of historic photographs and how we care for them. Check out some of our historic cameras, and take a turn with a stereoviewer. Visitors are encouraged to bring in their historical photographs and ask questions on how best to store them. We will also have a photo booth on the grounds, and we will be bringing out some of our costume collection for visitors to dress up and snap a photograph. Culture Days activities are free with regular admission.

http://okeeferanch.us3.list-manage2.com/track/click?u=f9abbe84adeaefd86c157e916&id=974b2e5d6c&e=1e053e65a6

** Wish List
------------------------------------------------------------

Our staff and volunteers could make good use of some gently used or previously loved items. If you have any of the following items available to donate to the Ranch please let us know at 250-542-7868 or info at okeeferanch.ca (mailto:info at okeeferanch.ca?subject=donations) . You would be surprised how excited we get over the little (and big) things that help make our work day more efficient!
* cork board and dry erase boards, big and small
* office filing cabinet
* chalk board/sandwich board signs
* book shelves
* break room fridge
* toaster oven
* construction materials; lumber, plywood, and tin for Field of Screams and horse shelters

** Current Exhibitions
------------------------------------------------------------

We are now in the last month of viewing for our 2017 exhibitions (http://okeeferanch.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=f9abbe84adeaefd86c157e916&id=a54808c02b&e=1e053e65a6) , so be sure to stop by the Greenhow Museum by October 1st. Admission to the Museum is free with regular admission to the Ranch. Carla-Jean has some fantastic, brand new exhibitions planned for 2018 so stay tuned!

The History of O'Keefe Ranch in 50 Objects
Staying Home: Photography, Family, Memory
Leading Ladies
The Gallery of Cowboy Treasures
Native Cowboys

http://okeeferanch.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=f9abbe84adeaefd86c157e916&id=c16d3f1b30&e=1e053e65a6

** Volunteer Opportunities
------------------------------------------------------------

The O'Keefe Ranch is currently seeking volunteers for the following positions:
* Field of Screams; building/construction crew starting immediately
* Field of Screams; clean up and dissembling crew after the last show October 28 (many hands will be required for this large task)
* General Store: short shifts available until we close October 1.
* Salmon Arm Parade: the more the merrier, we need friendly smiling people to dress the part and join the fun!

Please contact the Ranch at 250-542-7686 or info at okeeferanch.ca (mailto:info at okeeferanch.ca?subject=volunteer)  if you are able to volunteer. Every little bit helps!

** Upcoming Events
------------------------------------------------------------
* Fri & Sat, Sept 8 & 9: Murder Mystery Show SOLD OUT!
* Sat, Sept 9 @10:45am: Waive to us in the Salmon Arm Fair Parade
* Wednesdays, Sept 13, 20, 27 @ 10:00 am Yoga with Goats (http://okeeferanch.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=f9abbe84adeaefd86c157e916&id=7baefd3877&e=1e053e65a6)
* Sat, Sept 16, Intro to Blacksmithing Class contact patmcivor at yahoo.ca (mailto:patmcivor at yahoo.ca)
* Saturdays, Sept 16, 23, 30 @1:00 pm Yoga with Goats (http://okeeferanch.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=f9abbe84adeaefd86c157e916&id=0b7b84de9b&e=1e053e65a6)
* Sun, Sept 17, Centre Punch and Walking Chisel Blacksmithing Class contact patmcivor at yahoo.ca (mailto:patmcivor at yahoo.ca)
* Sat & Sun, Sept 23 & 24, Hammer Workshop Blacksmithing Class contact patmcivor at yahoo.ca (mailto:patmcivor at yahoo.ca)
* Sat, Sept 30, 12-3:00pm Culture Days (http://okeeferanch.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=f9abbe84adeaefd86c157e916&id=af16e6a00f&e=1e053e65a6) at the Ranch

For more information visit our website under Ranch Activities (http://okeeferanch.us3.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=f9abbe84adeaefd86c157e916&id=162a0dfad5&e=1e053e65a6)  or Family Friendly Programming (http://okeeferanch.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=f9abbe84adeaefd86c157e916&id=4cfe2c28a0&e=1e053e65a6)
The Historic O’Keefe Ranch tells the story of early BC Ranching and endeavours to preserve the history and culture of the early ranching era for future generations.

Open daily, May -  October 1, from 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Contact 250-542-7868 or info at okeeferanch.ca

============================================================
** (http://okeeferanch.us3.list-manage2.com/track/click?u=f9abbe84adeaefd86c157e916&id=d4ae4e6985&e=1e053e65a6)
The Historic O’Keefe Ranch gratefully acknowledges the financial assistance of the City of Vernon, British Columbia Arts Council, British Columbia Community Gaming Grant, Young Canada Works, Canada Summer Jobs, Rotary Club of Vernon, Kalamalka Rotary Club of Vernon, and our members, donors, and sponsors. O'Keefe Ranch and Interior Heritage Society if a registered charitable organization, BN# 108090713RR0001
** (http://okeeferanch.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=f9abbe84adeaefd86c157e916&id=86b730771e&e=1e053e65a6)
** (http://okeeferanch.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=f9abbe84adeaefd86c157e916&id=1af5169fbe&e=1e053e65a6)
** (http://okeeferanch.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=f9abbe84adeaefd86c157e916&id=c33d1b3202&e=1e053e65a6)
** (mailto:info at okeeferanch.ca)
** (http://okeeferanch.us3.list-manage2.com/track/click?u=f9abbe84adeaefd86c157e916&id=4df46eaec6&e=1e053e65a6)
Copyright © 2017 O'Keefe Ranch & Interior Heritage Society, All rights reserved.
 You are receiving this email because you signed up to our Friends of O'Keefe list.

Our mailing address is:
O'Keefe Ranch & Interior Heritage Society
9380 Hwy 97N
Vernon, BC V1T 6M8
Canada
Want to change how you receive these emails?
You can ** update your preferences (http://okeeferanch.us3.list-manage.com/profile?u=f9abbe84adeaefd86c157e916&id=9bd2e24632&e=1e053e65a6)
or ** unsubscribe from this list (http://okeeferanch.us3.list-manage.com/unsubscribe?u=f9abbe84adeaefd86c157e916&id=9bd2e24632&e=1e053e65a6&c=fa6924872c)
 Email Marketing Powered by MailChimp
http://www.mailchimp.com/monkey-rewards/?utm_source=freemium_newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=monkey_rewards&aid=f9abbe84adeaefd86c157e916&afl=1
-------------- next part --------------
An HTML attachment was scrubbed...
URL: http://lists.vifa.ca/pipermail/bcma/attachments/20170907/007e01eb/attachment.htm 