Poetry & Music – With Catherine McNeil
Courtenay Public Library 300, 6th St, Courtenay, BC, CanadaCome celebrate Pride with Catherine as she reads from Emily & Elsbeth, her newest publication with Caitlin Press. Catherine will also read from her book Under the Influence, and sing a few tunes accompanied by button accordion and guitar. . Emily & Elspeth follows two women and their unique paths to love... and each other. […]
Pivot ‘n Grow Reception
Pearl Ellis Gallery 1729 Comox Ave, Comox, BC, CanadaPlease consider this your invitation to the OPENING RECEPTION of ‘Pivot ‘n Grow’, a two-person art show and sale with Qualicum Beach artist, Linda Grieg, and Kate Bridger! Kate's part of this exhibition is the ‘Pivot’ half as it reflects the new direction their work has been going in since the start of this year. Their […]
Sam Tudor Live in Concert
Weird Church 2688 Penrith Ave., Cumberland, British Columbia, CanadaThe underpinnings of the songs are genre-less; jazz players join forces with Eno inspired beats while acoustic guitars meet distorted synths. What unifies the project is Tudor’s distinct voice: a sandy, melancholic narrator, leaning in close with confessional and cathartic writing. The band’s live show is not to be missed - moving and personal, with […]
Sarah Wilson – Guest Artist
Potters Place Gallery 180B 5th Street, Courtenay, British Columbia, CanadaCurrently ongoing, closing on June 30th The Potters Place Gallery is pleased to feature the ceramic art of Sarah Wilson for the month of June. Sarah Wilson is a potter based in Ladysmith, Vancouver Island. Sarah believes potters have a unique opportunity through the nature of their craft, to bring beauty to the simplest moments […]
Canada Day Open House at Courtenay Museum
the Courtenay and District Museum 207 4th St, Courtenay, BC, COURTENAY, BC, CanadaThe Courtenay and District Museum will celebrate Canada Day with an open house from 11 am to 3 pm on Monday, July 1st. Guests are welcome to enjoy live music by Alan Jossul, enter to win door prizes, and try their hand at kids’ crafts. While you’re at the museum loving the air-conditioned comfort, take […]
Sheena Legrand with Special Guest Andy Gartner
Weird Church 2688 Penrith Ave., Cumberland, British Columbia, CanadaThere’s a special moment when the breath meets the heartbeat, and time stands still. The pull to move with the music emerges, and hesitancy falls away. Sheena Legrand channels this in “Back To Life” - her latest offering to the world since 3 full length albums as Sheena Grobb. Listening to her music, there is […]
Shared Wisdom (SOLD OUT)
Miracle Beach Amphitheatre 1720 Miracle Beach Dr, Black Creek, BC, CanadaAn Intercultural Storytelling Experience A community inquiry exploring stories to live by. Guided by Chief Wedlidi Speck and Kester Reid of Fianna Wilderness School, this gathering will celebrate connections between Salish-Kwakwaka’wakw and Irish-Scottish traditions. Detailed description: This circle will explore stories from two old traditions - the local Salish-Kwakwaka’wakw, and the Irish/Scottish tradition of settler […]
Reading – Into – Writing
Artful the Gallery 526 Cumberland Rd, Courtenay, BCREADING-INTO-WRITING is a workshop by Cornelia Hoogland that will precede her feature poet reading (followed by an open mic) at the Artful : The Gallery, Courtenay B.C. The workshop runs 5:00-6:30 pm on July 8, 2024. The back-to-back workshop and reading are by separate donation to cover separate costs. Please arrive ON TIME, say, 10 […]
Artful : The Poets
Artful the Gallery 526 Cumberland Rd, Courtenay, BCArtful : The Poets features Cornelia Hoogland as our featured poet, followed by an open mic (sign up at the door for your 5 minute spot). Diana Kolpak is our host for the evening. Cornelia Hoogland is 2023 winner of the Colleen Thibaudeau Outstanding Achievement in Poetry Award. Trailer Park Elegy, (Harbour, 2017), was a finalist for the […]
Comox Valley Songwriters Circle
Artful the Gallery 526 Cumberland Rd, Courtenay, BCThe Comox Valley Songwriters Circle is a place for both new and experienced sonwriters 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 […]
Curated Comox Valley Market
Paradise Plants Garden Centre 2480 Hardy Road, Courtenay, BC, CanadaHandcrafted artisan market featuring 30+ vendors from across Vancouver Island
Printed Matter (Closing)
Artful the Gallery 526 Cumberland Rd, Courtenay, BCPrinted Matter. The Comox Valley Printmakers Association (CVPA) is a diverse group of artists expressing themselves via the dynamic interaction of ink and paper (and occasionally wood and fiber). Rooted in the rich tradition of printmaking, these artists are invested in the physicality and joy of creating the hand-pulled art print. Using traditional and contemporary […]