Quincy and I have 2 boys that just turned 8 and 10. As they grow up (boo, hoo) we wanted to transform their bedrooms from little babies rooms to ulitmate boys room.  Looking through hundreds of photos for the best decorating ideas for a boy’s room, we thought we should let our little men decide.

Starting with a clean slate, we re-painted out all the rooms white. Our oldest son Gabriel is really into Pokemon and was convinced this was how he wanted to decorate.  Not my choice for the best decorating idea for a boy’s room, however, we wanted to empower him to make his own choice.  After a few weeks of throwing ideas around, he decided on what I think is THE BEST idea I’ve ever heard of.

The best decorating idea for a boy’s room is…

He decided wanted a collage of all of his favorite things and wanted it done with graffiti.  I was impressed with his creativity!! So we began the search for a graffiti artist that could get the job done.  It’s harder than I thought to find such an artist and while everyone thought is was the best decorating idea for a boy’s room, they had no idea who could paint it.

We tried for 3 months placing ads on Castanet and Kijiji. With no luck, my son and I made up a flyer. We posted them at the skate park at Ben Lee Park in Rutland.  A week later, a graffiti artist contacted me and was excited to do the job.  He came and learned about my son’s interest and put together a preliminary sketch of what it would look like.  

In a day of and half, we had an original art wall shown here in time lapse.  

We were all very happy with end result.  The artist who completed my son’s wall in has incredible talent. Although we do not condone illegal graffiti,(this would be any graffiti done to property without consent), Quincy and I would encourage anyone to employ the services of a graffiti artist.  

Not only is graffiti the best decorating idea for a boy’s room, this art could be used for personal or business. Try personalizing a wall in your home, brand your vehicles or feature an outdoor murals for your local Kelowna business.  

If you are looking for a Kelowna home to add a graffiti wall to, contact Quincy Vrecko and Associates. Tracey Vrecko is a dedicated real estate professional with years of industry experience selling Kelowna homes, condominiums, and townhouse. If you are looking for real estate in Kelowna, call Tracey Vrecko today! 1-778-760-2860!

One of the best ways to kickstart the Holiday Season is gathering together as a community and enjoying the light up shows that the city has to offer. When are they happening? Where can I watch the city light up in beautiful colour? The team at Quincy Vrecko and Associates have put together a handy list of the light up shows happening this December. Take it with you and enjoy all that the Okanagan has to offer.

Downtown Kelowna Light Up

Bring your friends and enjoy Downtown Kelowna

What better way to kick off December and the Holiday Season by heading to Downtown Kelowna for the Light Up. This free annual event is held in Stuart Park from 11AM – 5:30PM. Live entertainment, free activities, food and our favorite… Santa! New to the Light Up this year is the Winter Street Market happening on Water Street. Get a head start, or finish your Christmas Shopping all while enjoying local shops, great food and the community of Kelowna. What more could you ask for?

Big White Light Up

Now after you are done watching the Downtown Kelowna Light Up, you’ll have to rush up to Big White to see the Light Up show. The light up show and fireworks do not start until 6:30PM. Bring your friends and watch as Big White lights up! Enjoy carnival games, hot chocolate, delicious treats and of course the fireworks and light up show! Don’t forget to dress warm and enjoy all that Big White is about!

Gather at Silverstar for a firework display

Silverstar Light Up

Now don’t worry you don’t have to rush over to Silverstar on the same day! Head up to Silverstar on December 8th from 5 – 8 PM. This year not only is Silverstar celebrating the Holiday Season, they are also celebrating their 60th anniversary. This event will be amazing! Similar to Big White, enjoy fireworks and the light up show happening at Silverstar. Don’t forget to keep your eyes peeled for a certain someone named Santa… they are expecting a visit at Silverstar.

With December comes festive activities, community events and beautifully decorated cities covered in lights. If you are not a resident of any of these beautiful areas, you’ll want to be. Light up shows are an annual thing in the Okanagan. Our community gathers and we enjoy the last month of 2017!

If you are looking for real estate in the Okanagan, contact the team at Quincy Vrecko and Associates. The team at Quincy Vrecko and Associates are a dedicated team of real estate professionals with years of experience selling real estate in Kelowna. Call 1-778-760-2860 today! 

Sensitive Santa is coming back for his 3rd year thanks to a team of Kelowna realtors!

For the third year in a row, a special kind of Santa visit is happening at Orchard Park Mall.  Sensitive Santa is an event for families with children living on the Autism Spectrum. Children living on the Autism Spectrum can be sensitive to the noises and lights of a typical Santa visit.  Kelowna Realtors, Tracey and Quincy Vrecko started the Sensitive Santa event 2 years ago. They recognized this family tradition was hard on their son who has Autism Spectrum Disorder.

“We could see he was going into sensory overload. He would cover his ears and try to hide his face, it seemed like it was  torture for him to be there”.  says Vrecko 

Long lines, bright lights and loud music over the hustle and bustle of the Christmas shopping crowd can be overwhelming for anyone, let alone, a child with Autism Spectrum Disorder (known as ASD).  ASD is a neurological disorder affecting 1 in 68 children.  It is common for children with ASD to have  a heightened sensitivity to sound, lights and touch. A family event, such as a Santa visit, slowly can turn into a disaster. 

Tracey and Quincy Vrecko have 2 boys, one of whom has been diagnosed with ASD.  They were desperate to make this family tradition a happy experience for everyone. So they came up with a solution to their son’s sensory needs and created Sensitive Santa.

What is Sensitive Santa?

With the help of Orchard Park Mall and Autism Okanagan, the Vreckos have been bringing this new family tradition to Kelowna for 3 years now. Special Santa visits are appointment only and done after mall hours to ensure a controlled environment.  With the music off and lights dimmed, each family has 5 whole minutes with the big man himself.  

“It’s a magical experience. Parents would tell me they just gave up on trying to visit Santa until now.  Watching the smiles on everyone’s face is so heartwarming” says Quincy, who admits to tearing up throughout the evening.  

With such an overwhelming response to the event last year, a third day will be added.  These special Sensitive Santa visits will be held at Orchard Park Mall on December 3rd, 10th and 17th from 6pm-8pm.

This year we are also expanding into Vernon!  Visits in Vernon will be held at Village Green Centre December 3rd from 9am-11am.

To schedule a time with Santa, visit SensitiveSantaOkanagan.ca or call 778-760-2860.

Well it feels like we were just writing your October Agenda, and yet another month comes and goes. November is here and so is the cool weather! With a new month comes a new agenda of things to do in Kelowna. Check out our three ideas of things to do in Kelowna this November.

Remembrance Day Parade in Kelowna

Remembrance Day in Kelowna, BC

With November comes an important day, Remembrance Day. This year, like every year, visit Downtown Kelowna for the Remembrance Day festivities. The parade begins at 10:30AM. The parade starts at Kerry Park and will finish at City Park so grab a seat wherever you can find one. You won’t miss it! Following the parade, there is a ceremony at City Park. The ceremony begins at 11:00AM.

Opening Day at Big White

If all goes as planned, Big White is scheduled to open November 23rd! Head on up to Big White for opening day from 8:45AM-3:45PM. Enjoy the party at the Ridge Rocket Express. Live music, free hot chocolate and a ton of giveaways is just a few things you may see on opening day! Loose and Lucy Moose are also making an appearance welcoming you all back to the beautiful Big White!

Visit Intrigue Wines this November

Intrigue Wines Holiday Open House

It wouldn’t be a November agenda if there wasn’t one Holiday activity to do, now would it? Head over to Intrigue Wines on November 25th for their Annual Holiday Open House. This great event starts at 11:00AM and goes until 5:00PM. Enjoy treats, amazing wine and holiday specials! Do not miss out on this open house!

November is a great month, it is filled with family and friends getting together, holiday parties, opening day at Big White and much much more! This November make sure to get out there and enjoy all that Kelowna has to offer.

If you are looking to relocate to Kelowna this Winter, contact the team at Quincy Vrecko and Associates. Tracey Vrecko is an experienced real estate agent with RE/MAX Kelowna. Tracey Vrecko specializes in selling homes and condos in Kelowna and is ready to assist you with your next home purchase. Call 1-778-760-2860 to speak with Tracey today!