Vicky Jones is communication and membership co-ordinator for the Summerland Chamber of Commerce.
This month has seen a large number of new members come to the Summerland Chamber of Commerce. Giant Head Estate Winery is the newest winery in Summerland opening their shop this month to feature their boutique wines.
Also in the wine industry, Maximus Vineyard Management Ltd. will help support our local wineries by offering a number of management services.
The newest farm market opened in Summerland with the launch of The Peach Pitt this month.
At the former location of The Market, the Peach Pitt will provide everything from fresh fruit and vegetables to pies, syrups, and macaroni salad.
Dogs owners will benefit from the launch of two new businesses this month.
The Wag Spa will operate out of The Dog Den, providing high-end spa services. Meanwhile, at Heidi’s Holistic Dog Care, herbal remedies will aid in the care of dogs.
Adding to our community’s health and wellness providers Eyes 4 You, Eyewear will provide optical goods right to your door.
And to ensure healthy skin RMS Dermal Systems Inc., run by René Serban, will provide professional skincare solution products.
Summerland businesses celebrated a number of anniversaries in June.
Bead Trails enjoyed their five-year anniversary this month. Established by artist Karen Griggs in Summerland in 2010, the trail now includes nine communities and 140 participating organizations including businesses, artists and tourist attractions.
Summerland Women’s Fitness Centre celebrated their second birthday on June 17. They are celebrating by offering their clients drop-in discounts throughout June, July and August.
On an individual note, physiotherapist Tracey McQuair celebrated 10 years with Pro-Physio Clinic. Tracey has helped many people, from office workers to athletes, meet their rehabilitation and fitness goals.
In August Lawrence Buhler will move from Ontario to join ENCORE Vineyards as director of winemaking. With over 15 years experience in the industry Buhler will oversee all winemaking operations including the newly established Evolve Cellars brand.
To attract more locals and visitors to downtown businesses at the weekend, Summerland Rotary successfully launched the Summerland Sunday Market on June 21st with 45 booths. The market, which happens each Sunday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. until Sept. 20 on Main Street, will feature on-street vendors, local stores and members of Bottleneck Drive throughout the summer.
There are lots of new developments in Summerland’s wine industry. This month 8th Generation Winery started the conversion of the old farmhouse on their property into their new wine shop.
Bernd and Stefanie Schales, herself a trained architect, said that the move will give them more production space and also allow them to exhibit local arts and crafts in the renovated space.
Further growth was announced by Mike and Gillian Stohler this month as they unveiled their plans to expand SummerGate Winery.
The new vineyards will double the size of the winery and feature Kerner, Siegerrebe and Pinot Noir blocks.