Community Event
Paintings, By the Numbers
40 Knots Winery CourtenayInternationally renowned painter, Ken Kirkby donated 50 of his paintings to Project Watershed prior to his death on June 20, 2023. It was his wish that they be used for […]
Pulse on the Plaza
Duncan & 6th Duncan Avenue, Courtenay, BC, CanadaSUMMER PULSE ON THE PLAZAHAPPENING ON FRIDAYS THIS SUMMER - JULY 26, AUG 23 AND SEPT 27 Get ready for an exciting summer of creativity and community at “Summer Pulse […]
Artful : The Poets With Steven J. Thompson
Artful the Gallery 526 Cumberland Rd, Courtenay, BCArtful : The Poets features poet Steven J. Thompson as the opener in our monthly poetry series. Carys Owen will host the evening and guide the open mic following Thompson's […]
Art Writers Ghost Collective One Day Pop-up Art Exhibition
Artful the Gallery 526 Cumberland Rd, Courtenay, BCJust two weeks following a lymphoma diagnosis in October of last year, Courtenay artist Josh Klassen wanted a low-key, but creative way to connect with friends and family for his birthday. The first group painting party kicked off a project that would last through the next several months of treatment. A loose collective was formed, […]
A Comox Valley Tribute To David Bowie
Comox Valley Curling Centre 4835 Headquarters Road, Courtenay, BC, Canada10+ local musical acts each playing 12 minute sets of their interpretations of David Bowie songs. Hosted by Patti Savard. Including: Space Junk Removal Service, Captain Thunderpants, Macaque Attack, Wylie Marr, Captain Hofish, TV Dreams, sufferfools, Sonder, Avro and more. October 12, 2024 Doors at 7pm music at 8pm Comox Valley Curling Centre 4835 Headquarters […]
Comox Valley Songwriters Circle
Artful the Gallery 526 Cumberland Rd, Courtenay, BCThe circles are a place for both new and experienced songwriters to come share new songs they are working on, or to dust off some old ones that may need some practice. We take turns going around the circle sharing one song at a time, and each artist can decide if they want others to […]
Artful : The Poets Incubator Session
Artful the Gallery 526 Cumberland Rd, Courtenay, BCThis month the feature poet spot will be shared by three island poets. The evening will be hosted by Natalie Nickerson and an open mic will follow the feature poets. […]
Giftables: A Holiday Pop-Up
Pearl Ellis Gallery 1729 Comox Ave, Comox, BC, CanadaPearl Ellis Gallery Presents: Giftables: A Holiday Pop-Up For the first time, Pearl Ellis Gallery is thrilled to introduce Giftables: A Holiday Pop-Up, running from November 12th to November 23rd, […]
Art Studio Clearance Sale
Lion's Den 1729 rear, Comox Ave, Comox, BC, CanadaEight local artists will be offering original works of art at greatly reduced prices, up to 70% off. And 10% of sales will be donated to the Comox Valley Food Bank. This sale runs Nov. 16-17 from 10-4. It is in the Lion's Den, downstairs from the Pearl Ellis Gallery (entrance off of Nordin Street). […]
Capt. Jeff
Artful the Gallery 526 Cumberland Rd, Courtenay, BCJeff Hartbower is a long time Comox Valley resident and he has been a central figure in the arts community here over the past 25 years. Jeff is most famously known for his folk art wood sculpture and assemblage pieces. He has found inspiration in everything from local politics, cultural anomalies and local artists. He […]
Artful : The Poets features Kim June Johnson
Artful the Gallery 526 Cumberland Rd, Courtenay, BCKIM JUNE JOHNSON is an award-winning singer-songwriter and poet living on the unceded territory of the Komoks First Nations. Her fifth recording project, “Songs For a Quiet Day” is a collection of small poem-songs praising quiet things, and will be released in the spring. Her poems and short essays have appeared in Room, Prairie Fire, TNQ, Best Canadian […]
Gumboots in the Straits Author Reading
Artful the Gallery 526 Cumberland Rd, Courtenay, BCJoin Jeff Hartbower and friends reading from their contributions to the BC Bestseller "Gumboots in the Straits". Joe Ziner will be the bandleader for some fiddle music to round out the session. Artful is currently hosting "Capt. Jeff ", a 25 year retrospective of the work of folk artist and sculptor Jeff Hartbower.