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Pearl Ellis Gallery Presents: “Outside In”

Pearl Ellis Gallery 1729 Comox Ave, Comox, BC, Canada

The Pearl Ellis Gallery is thrilled to present "Outside In," a captivating group show featuring the works of Maggie Ziegler, Sharon Lalonde, Shea Kotilla, Jean Cockburn, Lynn Farwell, Larissa McLean, and Elaine Smith. This exhibition runs from September 17 to October 12, 2024. The concept behind "Outside In" explores the sources of artistic inspiration. It […]

Free

Spinning and Unravelling: Art from the Wachiay Residency

Comox Valley Art Gallery 580 Duncan Avenue, Courtenay, BC

During this year’s Wachiay Residency, six community-based artists from around B.C. spent a week immersed in the screen print medium. Their work will be on display at Comox Valley Art Gallery from September 27-October 26. The opening of this exhibit coincides with Pulse in the Plaza. Several of the artists will be in attendance. Luke […]

Free

Cumberland Fungus Fest

Calling all lovers of fungus and forest ecology! Join us for our 5th Annual Cumberland Fungus Fest featuring guided walks, films, talks, workshops, science pub, kids activities, art projects, forest feast and much more! October 3-5 2024 in and around the sweet Village of Cumberland. LIMITED PASSES AVAILABLE! General Passes are $40. YOUTH PASSES (18 […]

Artful : The Poets With Steven J. Thompson

Artful the Gallery 526 Cumberland Rd, Courtenay, BC

Artful : 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 reading. Sign up for the open mic at the door, 5 mins per spot. $10 or pwyc.

$10

Exhibit: Dinosaurs of BC at the Courtenay and District Museum

the Courtenay and District Museum 207 4th St, Courtenay, BC, COURTENAY, BC, Canada

Dinosaurs of BC, a travelling exhibit produced by the Royal BC Museum, is now on display at the Courtenay and District Museum. Dig into prehistoric British Columbia and get up […]

By Donation

Bag Making With Lorraine

#4-420 Fitzgerald Ave., Courtenay, BC, Canada

Oct 8 – Oct 22 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. […]

$155.00

Intro To Quilting- A Simple Sampler

#4-420 Fitzgerald Ave., Courtenay, BC, Canada

Oct 9 – Nov 13 Feeling intimidated about quilting? It can feel scary, but a calm and compassionate teacher with a plan will help you work through the step to succeed! Enter Lorraine! Please read the complete description before registration! This multi-week class is a great primer, encompassing  the basic skills you need for almost […]

$270.00

Art Writers Ghost Collective One Day Pop-up Art Exhibition

Artful the Gallery 526 Cumberland Rd, Courtenay, BC

Just 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, […]

Free

Old Townsites Tour- Cumberland Museum & Archives

1951 Comox Lake Rd #1888, Cumberland, BC V0R 1S0 Explore the rich history of Cumberland's Japanese and Chinese Communities Join us for a unique and immersive tour that delves into the intertwined histories of Cumberland's Chinese and Japanese communities. This special tour, guided by local historian Dawn Copeman, combines the poignant stories of two once-thriving […]

A Comox Valley Tribute To David Bowie

Comox Valley Curling Centre 4835 Headquarters Road, Courtenay, BC, Canada

10+ 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 […]

$10 – $25

Comox Valley Songwriters Circle

Artful the Gallery 526 Cumberland Rd, Courtenay, BC

The 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 […]

$10