Exhibit: Broken Promises
the Courtenay and District Museum 207 4th St, Courtenay, BC, COURTENAY, BC, CanadaThe Courtenay and District Museum is pleased to present the travelling exhibition Broken Promises from the Nikkei National Museum & Cultural Centre. Grounded in research from Landscapes of Injustice – […]
Ebb & Flow at Pearl Ellis Gallery
Pearl Ellis Gallery 1729 Comox Ave, Comox, BC, CanadaThe Pearl Ellis Gallery presents Ebb & Flow, a juried exhibition running from April 1st to 26th, 2025, inviting viewers to reflect on the profound relationship between humanity and water. […]
Waterways: The Comox Valley Gallery Hop
This April, nine galleries across the Comox Valley are coming together to celebrate the beauty and power of water through Waterways: The Comox Valley Gallery Hop. Each gallery will present […]
Just in Time Choirs Spring 2025 Concert “New Orleans”
Sid Williams Theatre 442 Cliffe Avenue, Courtenay, BC, CanadaJust in Time Choirs present “New Orleans”, their Spring Concert at the Sid Williams Theatre in Courtenay at 7:00 pm on Saturday April 26th. Join us in celebrating the fabulous, diverse music of this vibrant and iconic city, the city that gave us Louis Armstrong, Harry Connick Jr., Jon Batiste and John Boutte to name […]
Step-by-Step Acrylic Painting with Alexander Campbell
Lion's Den 1729 rear, Comox Ave, Comox, BC, CanadaDates: Sunday, April 27th, 1:30-3:30 PM Location: The Lion's Den, Comox Level: Beginner Cost: $45 Join Alexander Campbell for a guided acrylic painting experience, perfect for beginners. In this step-by-step class, Alexander will demonstrate a painting while participants follow along on their own canvases. By the end of the session, each participant will leave with […]
Bag Making With Lorraine
#4-420 Fitzgerald Ave., Courtenay, BC, CanadaMay 2 – May 16 Join Lorraine for this great bag-making class! You will use the Traverse Bag by Noodlehead Patterns, with a small modification to make it even more beginner-friendly. Choose from two sizes! This class is a great way to keep practicing those straight lines, sewing zippers, and making accurate measurements and cuts. […]
Slow Stich Series
#4-420 Fitzgerald Ave., Courtenay, BC, CanadaMay 2 – May 23 If you find yourself seeking a chance to slow down, to deepen your relationship with your garments and with your self, this 3-4 week series is an opportunity to do just that. Join costume maker and artist Lori Kenney for a deep breath and many small stitches. The practical side […]
Lecture: Challenging Exile: Japanese Canadians and the Wartime Constitution
the Courtenay and District Museum 207 4th St, Courtenay, BC, COURTENAY, BC, CanadaLocation: Rotary Gallery of the Courtenay and District Museum Speaker: UVic Professor of History Dr. Jordan Stanger-Ross Dr. Stanger-Ross’ illustrated talk will explore the government’s attempted mass banishment of Japanese Canadians after the close of the Second World War. Stanger-Ross was the lead researcher for the Broken Promises travelling exhibit from the Nikkei National Museum […]
Natural Dye; Deep Dive!
#4-420 Fitzgerald Ave., Courtenay, BC, CanadaMay 10 – Jun 7 If you love natural dyes, working with fibre and exploring colour, you'll love this six week course with Eloise Holland! Take control of your dye work and look more closely at the processes and chemistry behind the colours. This six-week intensive course is geared for fascinated beginners. You will finish […]
Lecture: The Coast Salish Woolly Dog
the Courtenay and District Museum 207 4th St, Courtenay, BC, COURTENAY, BC, CanadaLocation: Rotary Gallery of the Courtenay and District Museum Speaker: researcher and writer on Coast Salish textiles Liz Hammond-Kaarremaa This illustrated presentation will give a brief overview of Mutton’s story (Mutton was the name of the only known woolly dog whose pelt is at the Smithsonian). Genetic research has been combined with Oral History […]
Adult/Teen Intro To Crochet
#4-420 Fitzgerald Ave., Courtenay, BC, CanadaMay 28 – Jun 11 Ready to get crocheting? You will love this three-class session! This class is for Teens (14+) and Adults! Starting with some simple stitch trials,you will gain experience and confidence in crochet, and then make this adorable cat plushy! Learn to work in rows, circles and make a granny square! All […]
Natural Dye; Deep Dive!
#4-420 Fitzgerald Ave., Courtenay, BC, CanadaJan 12 – Feb 16 If you love natural dyes, working with fibre and exploring colour, you'll love this six week course with Eloise Holland! Take control of your dye work and look more closely at the processes and chemistry behind the colours. This six-week intensive course is geared for fascinated beginners. You will finish […]