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  Welcome - Summerland Chamber
Summerland, rich with history and culture, is nestled amid the rambling orchards and lush vineyards on the hills, overlooking Lake Okanagan just 35 minutes from Kelowna and 15 minutes to Penticton.
Summerland is also home to the Kettle Valley Steam Railway and the Trout Creek Canyon Trestle, which showcase the history of the old Kettle Valley Railway line built from 1910-1915.
Summerland is a 2006 National Award Winner in the prestigious Communities in Bloom Competition.
www.summerlandchamber.bc.ca   (229 words)

  
 Bookreporter.com - SUMMERLAND by Michael Chabon
SUMMERLAND is a vast, extravagant tale, combining the mythic nature of baseball with mythic elements from Norse and Native American culture.
If SUMMERLAND were nothing more than a collection of tales featuring a dizzying array of mythological characters barnstorming their way through a land of eternal summertime, it would still be a good and honorable piece of work.
The villain in SUMMERLAND is Coyote, the trickster in both Native American and Norse mythology, and his goal is to end existence as we know it.
www.bookreporter.com /reviews/0786808772.asp   (637 words)

  
 ReadingGroupGuides.com - Summerland by Malcom Knox
Courtships become marriages, marriages become liabilities, and the closer Richard looks at his memories, the more his nostalgia turns to nihilism-for the story of Hugh and Helen and Richard and Pup is a suspenseful, masterly told tale of secrets and lies, infatuation and rejection, luxury and self-destruction.
Summerland is, essentially, a modern retelling of The Good Soldier, the classic novel by Ford Maddox Ford first published in 1915.
Reading Summerland, we learn that Pup, Richard's wife and an aspiring novelist, is likewise working on a "plagiarized" version of The Good Soldier, although Richard himself is unfamiliar with Ford's masterpiece.
www.readinggroupguides.com /guides3/summerland1.asp   (911 words)

  
  Summerland
The Summerland is where the spirits that presently do not have an earthly body wait for the right time to return to Earth.
Some Pagans trust in the Summerlands, a peaceful and enjoyable place of rest where they can recover from their past life, be helped to assess it and prepare to be reborn.
The Summerlands have a real existence on the astral plane, and yet are to a certain extent self-created, whether on an individual or a group basis.
zer0dmx.tripod.com /summer_land.html   (8757 words)

  
 Michael Chabon, Summerland   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-25)
Summerland is being marketed as a fantasy novel for young adults, but please don't let that fool you.
Summerland is a yarn in the old-fashioned sense of the word -- a long, tangled story that interrupts itself with first-person narration, apologetic flashbacks, refresher courses in the form of lectures given by senior characters, and the texts of non-fiction books written by ferisher baseball players and scouting experts of long ago.
For all the fantastical flora and fauna of Summerland, which may bring to mind C.S. Lewis, T.H. White and the Brothers Grimm, its theme is that we all share one Lodgepole, and have a common responsibility to take care of it and of each other.
www.greenmanreview.com /book/book_chabon_summerland.html   (1204 words)

  
 Summerland, British Columbia, Canada
Summerland is a theme town done in the same spirit as Osoyoos, only this time they chose to do it olde English Tudor style.
Summerland is serious fruit growing country, rivaled only by Kelowna as the biggest growing and processing town in the Okanagan.
Summerland was the site of the first electric light service in the Okanagan in 1905, and the first college in Western Canada in 1906.
www.britishcolumbia.com /regions/towns/?townID=3470   (1806 words)

  
 Book Template
The small beings — known as ferishers — who ensure this perfect weather, however, are threatened by an ancient enemy, and need a hero — a baseball star, in fact — to vanquish their foe.
Summerland is the story of Ethan Feld, the worst ball player in the history of the game, recruited by a hundred-year-old scout called Ringfinger Brown, himself a Negro League Legend.
Summerland creates a whole new universe, an American version of Middle Earth, with legendary beings, monsters, and mythical creatures inhabiting a magical landscape where the powers of the past and the future, of good and evil, are engaged in an elaborate battle.
www.hyperionchildrensbooks.com /board/displayBook.asp?id=572   (245 words)

  
 The District of Summerland Municipal Web Site
Summerland is a beautiful town nestled in the heart of the Okanagan Valley.
We are seeking tenders for the operation of the concession stand and to manage the public skating at the Summerland Arena.
Fund Raiser for the Development of Summerland Rodeo Ground
www.summerland.ca   (214 words)

  
 Summerland travel guide - Wikitravel
The first Summerland was nestled in the tiny strip of land between Okanagan Lake and the foreboding clay cliffs that covered the settlement in shadow by mid afternoon.
While Summerland has a modest population, the town itself is spread over a huge amount of area with many steep hills.
Giant's Head Mountain is an extinct volcano right in the center of town, has 360 degree views of Summerland to the north and west, Okanagan Lake to the east, and Penticton to the south.
wikitravel.org /en/Summerland   (1010 words)

  
 Summerland
Summerland is the perfect setting for a truly relaxing vacation or visit.
Summerland is home to 11,000 residents and is situated in the heart of the Okanagan Valley - just 10 minutes north of Penticton and 45 minutes south of Kelowna.
Summerland’s charming “Old English” towne center with boutique style shopping, parks, attractions, and wineries entice visitors from all over the world.
summerland.totabc.com   (298 words)

  
 Amazon.com: Summerland: Books: Michael Chabon   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-25)
On the great infinite tree of worlds, Summerland is on the boundary between two such worlds, and a particularly destructive fairy called Coyote and his band of warriors are nearby and threatening to destroy everything.
Summerland is the tale of a young boy in modern day Washington state who is quite possibly the worst baseball player around.
I thought Chabon was best in Summerland when he was writing about baseball (which is clearly another passion of his).
www.amazon.com /Summerland-Michael-Chabon/dp/0786808772   (2291 words)

  
 Summerland   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-25)
Summerland: A new concept of luxury and recreation which accompanies the advances and aspirations of our modern times.
Such aspirations are now embodied in Summerland as an integrated city which provides all what you need of relaxation and pleasure.
At Summerland, life is always shiny and warm - day and night, and in all seasons.
www.bookinn.com /homepage/summerland   (94 words)

  
 Accommodations Okanagan Valley, BC, Canada. Tourism information for Penticton, Summerland, Osoyoose and Oliver. Travel ...
The Summerland BC community buildings are pastel in colour and built to "Old England" heritage style specifications.
The desert hills of Summerland is home to some of the popular sprawling orchards, fruit fields and to the rows of grape vines of the internationally recognized wineries and vineyards.
In Summerland the Kettle Valley Steam Railway (KVR) draws visitors from around the world to be part of history and to witness the "Great Train Robbery" consisting of local actors.
www.okaccommodations.com /summerland   (234 words)

  
 Santa Barbara.com - Summerland
Summerland, California is a quaint little seaside town reminiscent of a New England village nestled on a hill overlooking the Pacific Ocean.
Summerland is just five minutes down the coast from its neighboring city, Santa Barbara.
When Summerland was founded as a Spiritualist colony in 1889, terraced streets lined with small lots that sold for $25 apiece replaced the eye-high yellow mustard on the hillsides.
www.santabarbara.com /community/neighboring_communities/summerland/default.asp   (468 words)

  
 Official Web Site of Summerland Grove
The ministers of Summerland Grove have chosen to make our own New Year Resolutions for the Church in 2007.
Want to see Summerland Grove grow in the upcoming year.
Organize a “Sunday School” for the children of Summerland Grove.
www.summerland.org   (313 words)

  
 Summerland   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-25)
Summerland is back for Summer for sure, but only for a few episodes...the first few eppys will determine if we get to see a new full season.
Here is a great article from a college student at Colombia discussing her 'guilty pleasure' Summerland.
Be on the lookout for Zac on the Monday April 11th, episode of CSI: Miami.
www.summerlandcentral.com   (1453 words)

  
 Coastal Properties
Summerland is today a small, charming beach town, just to the south of Santa Barbara, but it has an unusual history.
At the turn of the Century it was referred to as "Spooksville." The town was founded by Henry L. Williams, a rancher whose interest in Spiritualism led him to create a community where his fellow spiritualists could pursue their beliefs (including the idea that the living can communicate with the dead through a medium).
Today, Summerland is more peaceful, enjoying wonderful ocean views from almost every home.
www.coastalrealty.com /areas/summerland.asp   (180 words)

  
 Summerland TV Series | Facts | Cast | The WB | Taylor Cole | Picture | Jesse McCartney | Lori Loughlin | TV Show   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-25)
Courtesy of The WB After her sister and brother-in-law die in a tragic accident, quirky fashion designer Ava Gregory (played by Lori Loughlin) is forced to grow up and take care of their three kids.
Due to low ratings, Summerland was cancelled by the WB in 2005.
Actress Kay Panabaker plays Nikki on the show, and in real life she is extremely smart (she graduated high school when she was just 12 years old!).
www.kidzworld.com /article/4757-summerland-tv-show-fun-facts   (418 words)

  
 washingtonpost.com: Team Spirit
In Summerland he uses that understanding to tell a very different kind of story.
But as soon as the kids flee Summerland and head off into a great beyond to put their team together and save the universe, the story finds its game.
But the engines that drive Summerland are real story engines, and they work hard to deliver: It's a fantasy with a young protagonist that fuses baseball, Native-American tales, Norse myths and shaggy god stories into a tasty, quest-driven stew.
www.washingtonpost.com /ac2/wp-dyn/A42670-2002Oct4?language=printer   (694 words)

  
 PARC - Summerland - Mandate
The PARC Summerland laboratory was established in 1914 as a Dominion Experimental Farm.
The prime concerns were to find out which crops, crop varieties and breeds of livestock were best suited to the area and to find solutions to production problems.
Today PARC Summerland staff conduct research in several different areas to enhance the agricultural sector locally, regionally, and nationally.
res2.agr.ca /parc-crapac/summerland/index_e.htm   (174 words)

  
 Summerland - Coming to Shore for a Second Season
Relationships are reconsidered.Ava has doubts about getting serious with Simon while she still has feelings for Johnny.Susannah reconsiders quitting her partnership with Ava.Jay has second thoughts about Erika moving in with him when she wants to redecorate his place.Bradin is confused by Callie's hot and cold actions.Nikki suffers when she remembers her parents death.
Summerland will be back Monday February 28th 2005 in place of Everwood for 7 weeks.
SUMMERLAND #15 for week among 12-34 year olds Summerland continues to roll this summer.This past week,Summerland was #2 in its hour among women 12-34(2.9/9) and #3 in women 18-34(2.3/7)and was #1 drama for week in females teens(4.7/15).Summerland was also #15 for week(#5 among dramas) in women 12-34 (2.9/9)
www.fan-sites.org /summerland   (515 words)

  
 Summerland Financial Costa Rica
Reports may be generated with views based on the timeframe, category of expense or asset, Summerland Group company that incurred it, tax category in which it falls, as well as customized studies.
Summerland Insurance Agency uses this special relationship and the market power of group purchasing to provide as much as a 15% discount on premiums along with hazard coverage that exceeds standard, individual policies in important ways.
As with Summerland Insurance Agency, the power of group purchasing, combined with the efficiencies provided in an on-line accounting and communication system, allows the Summerland Group to provide this service to our clients at a substantial discount over individual accounting relationships clients might have with firms like Deloitte.
summerlandfinancial.net   (420 words)

  
 Festivals & Events - Summerland Chamber
Summerland plays host to a wide variety of vibrant festivals and events each year.
From the Good Will Shakespeare Festival in May and Action Festival in June to the Summerland Folk Festival in August and Festival of Lights in November each event brings thousands of people to Summerland to experience the warmth of our residents, live entertainment, delicious food, craft displays, sports and family activities.
Organized by the Summerland Orca Swim Club this event is now in its eighth year and brings competitors from all over western Canada.
www.summerlandchamber.bc.ca /tourism/festivalsevents.asp   (1482 words)

  
 MPR Books - "Summerland" by Michael Chabon
(From the Publisher) Summerland is a magical place, where the local Little League gathers to play baseball on a perfectly manicured lawn, and the sun is always shining in a flawless blue sky.
However, the small beings known as ferishers, who ensure this perfect weather, are threatened by an ancient enemy and need a hero—a baseball star, in fact—to vanquish their foe.
Accompanied by his determined friend Jennifer T. Rideout and a motley crew of creatures that includes everything from a sasquatch to a werefox, Ethan struggles to defeat giants, bat-winged goblins, and one of the toughest ball clubs in the realms of magic to save the Summerlands, and, ultimately, the world.
www.mpr.org /books/titles/chabon_summerland.shtml   (434 words)

  
 Summerland TV Show - Summerland Television Show - TV.com
Eventually, she will come to understand that the family she thought she didn\'t need is the one thing she was meant to have in her life.
Summerland is about a family of 3 kids whose parents die in a crash.
Reverend Eric Camden (Stephen Collins) and his wife Annie (Catherine Hicks) have always had their hands full caring for seven children, not to mention the friends, sweethearts and spouses that...
www.tv.com /summerland/show/20542/summary.html   (1352 words)

  
 Powell's Books - Summerland by Michael Chabon   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-25)
I was hooked from the moment Ethan and a ragtag group of characters — including a depressed Sasquatch and the rudest fairy princess you can imagine — embark on their quest to rescue Ethan's dad and save the world.
Set partly in the Pacific Northwest and partly in fantasyland, Summerland is the funniest, most suspenseful book I've read in recent years.
Following the death of his mother, a boy moves with this father to an island, where a mystical baseball scout recruits him for a special mission and escorts him through a gateway to a series of interconnected worlds.
www.powells.com /cgi-bin/biblio?inkey=18-0786816155-0   (863 words)

  
 Summerland By Michael Chabon
In defiance of the rains that plague the rest of Clam Island, the skies over Summerland are always blue.
Ethan learns from them that the Universe is actually a tree, its enormous number of branches and leaves representing various places and times and with four main quadrants or worlds.
Coyote's diabolical mission is not only to separate the leaves and thus eliminate the galls but also to poison the well that waters the tree.
www.post-gazette.com /books/reviews/20021229chabon1229fnp5.asp   (927 words)

  
 Summerland | PopMatters Television Review
Summerland and Everwood share the same timeslot: while the latter is on break, the former is its midseason replacement.
But while both series work from the same premise -- parents die, leaving their kids to previously self-absorbed guardians -- in practice, they're as disparate as cardboard and flesh and blood.
By contrast, Summerland orphaned the Westerly kids to set up a wacky living situation.
www.popmatters.com /tv/reviews/s/summerland-2005.shtml   (1115 words)

  
 Summerland Golf and Country Club...
The Summerland Golf and Country Club is one of the Okanagan's best kept secrets.
Set amongst Pine and Poplar trees, this venue is perched upon a majestic plateau 300 meters above Okanagan Lake offering a breathtaking view of the area.
The most spectacular is #18, where it will challenge you from tee to green.
www.summerlandgolf.com   (192 words)

  
 The OFFICE - About Summerland
Summerland is an engineering firm whose product team includes aerospace, automotive, and NASA mechanical, electrical and systems engineers, woodworking craftspeople, metal fabrication, material experts, and motor specialists.
Summerland Press is an educational publishing division of The Summerland Group.
Summerland mentors, and provides editing as well as encouragement to talented authors and artists whose works will undoubtedly influence young minds.
www.the-office.com /summerland   (766 words)

  
 Summerland Pictures, Jesse McCartney Pictures, Ryan Kwanten Pictures   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-25)
We track the users you send over and record their IP addresses to assure they are actually new members visiting the site.
After months of being gone Johnny returns home he is shocked to learn that Ava asks Simon to marry her.
TheWB hasn't posted any casting updates for Summerland yet, but we'll let you know when spots are needed.
www.summerlandcentral.com /ipod.htm   (513 words)

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