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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, […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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. Elisha Almeida's poetry is inspired by being with the river, trees, soil, and plant kin. She writes about heart and ancestral re-connection. She attempts to […]
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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). […]
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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 […]
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Pearl Ellis Gallery Presents ‘Joy’ – A Celebration of Art and Community to Close Out 2024
Pearl Ellis Gallery 1729 Comox Ave, Comox, BC, CanadaPearl Ellis Gallery invites the community to experience "Joy," a members' show that embodies warmth, creativity, and celebration. This final exhibit of the year, running from November 26 to December […]
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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 […]
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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.
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CVGBs New Year’s Dance Party w/ Drama Queen, Devours, & Avro
Comox Valley Curling Centre 4835 Headquarters Road, Courtenay, BC, CanadaLocal music and art cooperative CVGBs is proudly presenting it’s first ever New Year’s event, an inclusive dance party featuring three diverse live acts & DJs. Co-headlining will be two […]
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Artful : The Poets
Artful the Gallery 526 Cumberland Rd, Courtenay, BCJoin us for the February 3rd start to the 2025 Artful : The Poets Series. Comox Valley's Carol Neufeld is our feature poet. Sign up at the door for the […]
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Comox Valley Songwriters Circle
Artful the Gallery 526 Cumberland Rd, Courtenay, BCEach month singer/songwriters gather to share their tunes at Artful : The Gallery. The range of abilities, experience and genres welcomes musicians who appreciate the challenge (and the deadline!) of […]
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