<div dir="ltr"><div><div><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;border:none"><b style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">For
Immediate Release:</span></b></p>

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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;border:none"><b><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">Lake
Country Art Gallery Presents the </span></b></p>

<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;border:none"><b><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">16th
Annual <i>Under 200 Exhibition & Fundraising Sale</i></span></b></p>

<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;border:none"><b><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">December
4–21, 2025  </span></b></p>

<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;border:none"><b><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">Featuring
70 Artists and Over 500 Original Works</span></b></p>

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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;border:none"><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">The
Lake Country Art Gallery is pleased to announce the return of its most
anticipated annual event—the <b>Under 200 Exhibition & Fundraising
Sale</b>, running from <b>December 4 to 21, 2025</b>. Now in its sixteenth
year, this beloved community tradition transforms the Gallery into a vibrant,
floor-to-ceiling showcase of small, original artworks created by Gallery Member
artists from across the Okanagan.</span></p>

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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;border:none"><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">With <b>over
500 one-of-a-kind pieces</b> by <b>70 artists</b>, the exhibition
offers an extraordinary range of affordable art perfect for seasonal giving,
collecting, and celebrating local creativity. Most artworks are priced under
$200, making this event one of the region’s most accessible and spirited arts
experiences.</span></p>

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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;border:none"><b><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">NEW
Features this year include:</span></b><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif"></span></p>

<p class="gmail-MsoListParagraph" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 0.5in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:14pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Symbol">·<span style="font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;font-size-adjust:none;font-kerning:auto;font-feature-settings:normal;font-stretch:normal;font-size:7pt;line-height:normal;font-family:"Times New Roman"">       
</span></span><b><span style="font-size:14pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">Christmas Gift Art Bazaar, </span></b><span style="font-size:14pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">a
curated marketplace of handcrafted artisan items including jewelry, glassware,
ceramics, woodcraft, fibre arts and more, all available throughout the show.</span></p>

<ul style="margin-top:0in;margin-bottom:0in" type="disc">
 <li class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;border:none"><b><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">13^th December
     Community gathering</span></b><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif"> around a fire for carols singing and marshmallow
     roast.</span></li>
 <li class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;border:none"><b><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">20^th
     December WISH Keepers</span></b><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">: Alternative Santa event, a place to safely share
     your hopes and <a href="https://www.lakecountryartgallery.ca/events/wish-keepers" target="_blank"><span style="color:windowtext;text-decoration-line:none">wishes</span></a>.</span></li>
</ul>

<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 0in 0.5in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;border:none"><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif"> </span></p>

<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;border:none"><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">Sales
from the exhibition directly support the artists and the Gallery:<br>
<b>70%</b> of each purchase goes to the artist, while <b>30%</b> supports
LCAG programs and exhibitions in the coming year.</span></p>

<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;border:none"><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif"> </span></p>

<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;border:none"><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">The
Under 200 Exhibition will be open <b>Tuesday to Sunday, 9am–6pm</b> throughout
its run.</span></p>

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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;border:none"><b><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif"> </span></b></p>

<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;border:none"><b><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">But
FIRST! Front of the Line – Exclusive Opening Preview</span></b></p>

<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;border:none"><b><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">December
3, 2025 | 6:30–9:00 pm</span></b></p>

<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;border:none"><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif"> </span></p>

<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;border:none"><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">To
launch this year’s exhibition, the Gallery presents <b>Front of the Line</b>,
an exclusive early-access preview event taking place on <b>Wednesday,
December 3</b>.</span></p>

<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;border:none"><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">This
ticketed evening offers guests the opportunity to:</span></p>

<ul style="margin-top:0in;margin-bottom:0in" type="disc">
 <li class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;border:none"><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">Browse and
     purchase artworks <b>before the public opening</b></span></li>
 <li class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;border:none"><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">Enjoy a festive
     atmosphere with music, treats, and refreshments</span></li>
 <li class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;border:none"><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">Experience the
     first look at 5<b>00+ original works</b> by 70+ artists</span></li>
 <li class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;border:none"><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">Explore new
     features, including <i>A Taste of Christmas</i> and the <b>Christmas
     Gift Art Bazaar</b></span></li>
</ul>

<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 0in 0.5in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;border:none"><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif"> </span></p>

<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;border:none"><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">Tickets
to this preview event are <b>$20</b> and available online or at the
door.</span></p>

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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;border:none"><b><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif"> </span></b></p>

<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;border:none"><b><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">A
Seasonal Tradition Rooted in Community</span></b></p>

<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;border:none"><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">For
sixteen years, the Under 200 Exhibition has brought together artists,
supporters, and art lovers for a celebration of creativity, generosity, and
local talent. This year continues that legacy, offering a joyful and inspiring
environment that reflects the Gallery’s commitment to accessible arts
experiences and sustainable artist support.</span></p>

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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in;font-size:12pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;border:none"><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">Images attached:
Here is your sneak peek behind the curtain</span><img src="cid:ii_ming7js40" alt="✏️" width="16" height="16"><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif"> </span><img src="cid:ii_ming7js71" alt="🔨" width="16" height="16"><img src="cid:ii_ming7js92" alt="🪜" width="16" height="16"><img src="cid:ii_ming7jsb3" alt="⚒️" width="16" height="16"><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:Arial,sans-serif"> Organizing
500 artworks is not for the faint of heart, but our volunteers and staff are
absolute champs.</span></p>

<p class="gmail-MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst" style="margin:0in 0in 0in 0.5in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:14pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Symbol">·<span style="font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;font-size-adjust:none;font-kerning:auto;font-feature-settings:normal;font-stretch:normal;font-size:7pt;line-height:normal;font-family:"Times New Roman"">       
</span></span><span style="font-size:14pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">President of the Board Dr. Sharon McCoubrey
leads the installation team</span></p>

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</span></span><span style="font-size:14pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">One of many volunteers, Kathy Hale helps lay
out the walls</span></p>

<p class="gmail-MsoListParagraphCxSpLast" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 0.5in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:14pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Symbol">·<span style="font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;font-size-adjust:none;font-kerning:auto;font-feature-settings:normal;font-stretch:normal;font-size:7pt;line-height:normal;font-family:"Times New Roman"">       
</span></span><span style="font-size:14pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">Festive Sale Poster</span></p><p class="gmail-MsoListParagraphCxSpLast" style="margin:0in 0in 8pt 0.5in;line-height:115%;font-size:12pt;font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:14pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Arial,sans-serif">Press text attached</span><span style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;font-size:small"></span></p></div><div><div dir="ltr" class="gmail_signature"><div dir="ltr"><div><span style="font-size:large">Press Contacts:</span></div><font size="4">Dr Sharon McCoubrey - President of the Board: <a href="mailto:sharonmccoubrey@lakecountryartgallery.ca">sharonmccoubrey@lakecountryartgallery.ca</a><br>Petrina McNeill - Executive Director: <a href="mailto:petrinamcneill@lakecountryartgallery.ca">petrinamcneill@lakecountryartgallery.ca</a></font><div><br></div><div><br></div><div>🥰 Petrina<br></div><div>250-899-2805</div></div></div></div></div><div><div dir="ltr" class="gmail_signature" data-smartmail="gmail_signature"><div dir="ltr"><div style="color:rgb(34,34,34)"><br></div><div style="color:rgb(34,34,34)"><a href="http://www.lakecountryartgallery.ca/" style="color:rgb(17,85,204)" target="_blank">www.lakecountryartgallery.ca</a></div><div style="color:rgb(34,34,34)"><br></div><div><div><span style="color:rgb(136,136,136)">Petrina McNeill - </span><font color="#741b47"><i>Executive Director</i></font></div><div style="color:rgb(136,136,136)"><font face="arial, sans-serif"><b>Lake Country Art Gallery</b></font></div><div style="color:rgb(136,136,136)"><font face="arial, sans-serif"><a href="https://goo.gl/maps/9ZBXw" style="color:rgb(17,85,204);font-size:13px;text-align:justify" target="_blank"><font color="#000000">10356A Bottom Wood Lake Rd, Lake Country</font></a><br></font></div><div style="color:rgb(136,136,136)">Open 6 days per week Tuesday to Sunday 9am - 3pm</div><div style="color:rgb(136,136,136)"><font face="arial, sans-serif" color="#741b47"><b><span style="font-size:13px;text-align:justify">250-766-1299</span></b></font></div><div style="color:rgb(136,136,136)"><font face="arial, sans-serif"><span style="color:rgb(63,63,63);font-size:13px;text-align:justify"><br></span></font></div><div style="color:rgb(136,136,136)"><span style="color:rgb(32,31,30);font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;font-size:13.3333px"><i>We respectfully acknowledge that the Lake Country Art Gallery and Art House are located on the traditional and unceded territory of the Syilx/Okanagan people</i></span></div><div style="color:rgb(34,34,34)"><br></div></div></div></div></div></div>