Happy on Purpose

08/20/2026

Ever thought, “I could have a radio show…”?

Well, come have a beer and ask us how we actually did it. 😂

This Friday, Jonathan Williams and I will be hanging out with Marv Manchura and the Valley FM crew at Pub Night at ANAF Unit #5 — Under the Spitfire.

Jonathan and I will be there to chat about our own journeys creating programs for 97.9 Valley FM — how we got started, what we’ve learned, and what it actually looks like to take an idea and get it on the air.

If you’ve ever been curious about creating your own program, come say hi. We’re happy to share what we know.

And even if you have absolutely no desire to be on the radio… there’s music, dancing, prizes and a pub. So there’s that. 😂

Friday, August 21 | 6:00 PM
ANAF Unit #5 — Under the Spitfire
No cover

Come hang out with us!

08/19/2026

Mandi is an author, podcaster, psychology graduate, and creator of Healing for Hot Messes — a community built for people who don't quite fit the polished version of self-help and wellness. Through humour, shadow work, creativity, and what she calls "feral self-care," she encourages people to stop trying to become someone else and start becoming more themselves.

08/19/2026

One year ago today, Valley FM 97.9 officially hit the airwaves. 🎙️

And today I found myself sitting around a table with two pretty incredible humans, Marv Manchura and Jonathan Williams, talking, laughing, sharing stories and dreaming up ideas for what comes next.

I keep thinking about how interesting life is.

You say yes to one thing because it sounds fun. Because you’re curious. Because something in you says, go see where this leads.

And suddenly your world gets a little bigger.

Through Valley FM and Happy on Purpose, I’ve met some of the most interesting, creative, passionate people — people doing things they care deeply about and finding their own ways to contribute to this community.

Today felt like one of those little moments when I looked around and thought, How cool is it that I get to be here?

I’m genuinely grateful for this unexpected little chapter of my life, for the people I’m meeting along the way, and for whatever comes next.

Happy one-year anniversary, Valley FM 97.9.

Turns out following your curiosity can take you to some pretty interesting places. ❤️

08/19/2026

1 minute nervous system reset:)

08/17/2026

I had the pleasure of sitting down with Jonny Braun — RCMP officer, TEDx speaker, storyteller, and now author of Black Sheep, a book that’s been flying off the shelves in bookstores throughout the Okanagan.

Jonny and I talk about his journey, the experiences that shaped him, and what led him from policing to the TEDx stage and, ultimately, to putting his story on the page.

A thoughtful, candid conversation with a fascinating Okanagan human.

Today I'm joined by Jonny Braun—a Vernon RCMP officer, author, and ...

08/13/2026

Check this out! We are team Mixtape Mayhem. Our volunteer giveback to our amazing community this year is Dancing With The Vernon Stars. 100% of all ticket sales goes directly to NOHS! Such an important organization.
This one will sell out, so get your tickets and come have some fun singing and dancing to this classic!
NOHS - North Okanagan Hospice Society
Vernon Towne Theatre

08/13/2026

Giving back to our community is very important. This year we are Dancing With The Vernon Star! 100% of the money raised goes to North Okanagan Hospice Society.
Get your tickets now so you don’t miss out! This one will sell out.
Who doesn’t love to sing a long with a classic?NOHS - North Okanagan Hospice Society Vernon Towne Theatre

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08/13/2026