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SUMMARY:Courtenay Little Theatre Presents: “The Children” by Lucy Kirkwood
DESCRIPTION:What do we owe the next generation? \nCourtenay Little Theatre presents The Children by Lucy Kirkwood at the Sid Williams Theatre\, April 15–19. \nPart mystery\, part comedy\, and part eco-thriller\, The Children is witty\, gripping\, and deeply relevant. Retired nuclear engineers Hazel and Robin are living in a cottage on the coast of England after a disaster at the nearby power station. When their former colleague Rose arrives unexpectedly\, an evening of food\, drink\, and memories takes a surprising turn. \nAs old secrets surface\, the three must confront questions of responsibility\, sacrifice\, aging\, and what they will leave behind. \nDirected by Catherine Hannon and featuring Simon Easterman\, Erin Malin\, and Ruthie Tilston.
URL:https://comoxvalleyarts.com/community-calendar-event/courtenay-little-theatre-presents-the-children-by-lucy-kirkwood/
LOCATION:Sid Williams Theatre\, 442 Cliffe Avenue\, Courtenay\, BC\, V9N 2J2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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SUMMARY:Learning Lounge: Ancestral Echoes × Art Wagon
DESCRIPTION:Learning Lounge: Ancestral Echoes × Art Wagon \n\n\n\nPop-up podcast listening event — FREE \n\n\n\nSaturday\, April 24 • 1–4 PM \n\n\n\nCVAG Plaza\, Downtown Courtenay \n\n\n\nDrop by the CV/Arts Art Wagon—now a cozy mobile listening booth—for a relaxed\, free afternoon of snacks and episodes from Ancestral Echoes. Hear multigenerational conversations between MIKI’SIW Métis Elders and youth from Season 1. All welcome! \n\n\n\nBring a friend — listen\, learn\, and connect. \n\n\n\nThis event is part of the Reconciliation Advisory Table Learning Series is a project of the Comox Valley Reconciliation Advisory Table\, a round table of Comox Valley’s local governments working collaboratively with First Nations\, Inuit\, Metis\, and urban Indigenous peoples and organizations on advancing reconciliation and relationship building in our community. The Reconciliation Advisory Table was formed in 2022 and includes participants from the K’ómoks First Nation\, Indigenous Women’s Sharing Society\, Kumugwe Cultural Society\, MIKSIW Métis Association\, Sasamans Society\, Upper Island Women of Native Ancestry\, City of Courtenay\, Comox Valley Regional District\, Town of Comox and the Village of Cumberland. Public education is a priority for the Advisory Table and this new Learning Series (April 23-25) marks a key milestone in the group’s work. Find out more HERE \n\n\n\nPoster featuring participants in season one of Ancestral Echoes: Chrys and Keygan. All episodes of Ancestral Echoes were recorded in the Comox Valley Arts Digital Creation Hub. Episodes of the upcoming season 4 will be played on DIGFM\, a partner of this production. We thank the Comox Valley Art Gallery for their space and headsets. Ancestral Echoes is funded through Service Canada New Horizons for Seniors.
URL:https://comoxvalleyarts.com/community-calendar-event/learning-lounge-ancestral-echoes-x-art-wagon/
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SUMMARY:Just in Time Choirs 20th Anniversary Spring Concert 2026 part 2 " Directors Cut"
DESCRIPTION:As part of their milestone 20th Anniversary Season\, the Just in Time Choirs continue the celebration with their spring concert\, “Director’s Cut – 20th Anniversary Highlights.”\n\nBe a part of this commemorative musical extravaganza at the Sid Williams Theatre\, where there will be performances on Saturday April 25th in the evening and Sunday April 26th in the afternoon.\n\nFor two decades\, the Just in Time Choirs have been bringing community together through the power of song — sharing music\, connection\, and unforgettable performances. This special spring concert marks Part 2 of their anniversary concert series\, featuring personal favourites chosen by Musical Director\, Wendy Nixon Stothert.\n\nThe organization consists of three ensembles: Unplugged (everyone welcome)\, and the smaller auditioned groups\, the Jems (treble) and Vocal Minority (mixed). They will be joined by skilled musical collaborators: Sean Mooney on piano\, Beau Stocker on drums\, Steve Wallace on bass\, and Rachel Cooper on clarinet and sax.\n\nThese renowned contemporary choirs are known for their versatility; their performances cover a wide spectrum of musical styles from jazz\, ballads\, folk\, swing\, soul\, and contemporary pop to classic rock. Drawing from standout moments across the past twenty years\, Director’s Cut showcases songs that have shaped the choir’s musical journey — audience favourites\, meaningful repertoire\, and highlights that reflect the growth and spirit of the choir family.\n\nJust in Time’s founder and Music Director\, Wendy Nixon Stothert is excited to continue the celebration. “It has made me really happy to have a reason to dig into the archives and return to some of my favourite songs\, some from quite far back!” says Nixon Stothert. “Many of these songs are reminiscent of very special performance moments we’ve had over these past 20 years. For example\, I chose Stand By Me because I remember when 40 of us travelled to Cuba in 2014 and we sang it deep in a cave. Bumblebee is on the setlist because it reminds me of when my daughter sang the song with the Jems when she was 10 years old. Vocal Minority recorded a video version of Take On Me during the pandemic when we couldn’t sing in person together and singing it again now reminds me of the perseverance and dedication of the singers during those tough times. All of these magical moments\, and many more\, form a treasure trove that I love to reflect upon.”\n\nThe setlist also includes Coco Love Alcorn’s soulful “Revolution”\, jazz standard “Cheek to Cheek”\, an acapella version of Ah-Ha’s 80s hit “Take on Me”\, “Sir Duke” by the incomparable Stevie Wonder and “Sway” a la Michael Buble. To name just a few! The concert finale brings all three choirs together to perform Led Zeppelin’s epic classic “Stairway to Heaven” and\, fittingly\, the jazz standard “Just in Time”.\nThis concert caps a year-long celebration honouring 20 years of music and community. Join the Just in Time Choirs as they look back on cherished memories while celebrating the vibrant energy that continues to inspire singers and audiences alike.\n\nTickets are $33.40 (incl fees) for adults\, $15 for children 12 & under\, plus fees. There is also a live stream option for $33.40 per household\, and we are again offering a limited number of Community Supported Tickets at $15 for those under financial constraint.\n\nTickets available in person\, by phone\, and online at sidwilliamstheatre.com. Patrons are encouraged to purchase tickets early as performances regularly sell out.
URL:https://comoxvalleyarts.com/community-calendar-event/just-in-time-choirs-20th-anniversary-spring-concert-2026-part-2-directors-cut/
LOCATION:Sid Williams Theatre\, 442 Cliffe Avenue\, Courtenay\, BC\, V9N 2J2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Concert
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SUMMARY:Just in Time Choirs 20th Anniversary Spring Concert 2026 part 2 " Directors Cut" - Virtual Event
DESCRIPTION:As part of their milestone 20th Anniversary Season\, the Just in Time Choirs continue the celebration with their spring concert\, “Director’s Cut – 20th Anniversary Highlights.”\n\nBe a part of this commemorative musical extravaganza at the Sid Williams Theatre\, where there will be performances on Saturday April 25th in the evening and Sunday April 26th in the afternoon.\n\nFor two decades\, the Just in Time Choirs have been bringing community together through the power of song — sharing music\, connection\, and unforgettable performances. This special spring concert marks Part 2 of their anniversary concert series\, featuring personal favourites chosen by Musical Director\, Wendy Nixon Stothert.\n\nThe organization consists of three ensembles: Unplugged (everyone welcome)\, and the smaller auditioned groups\, the Jems (treble) and Vocal Minority (mixed). They will be joined by skilled musical collaborators: Sean Mooney on piano\, Beau Stocker on drums\, Steve Wallace on bass\, and Rachel Cooper on clarinet and sax.\n\nThese renowned contemporary choirs are known for their versatility; their performances cover a wide spectrum of musical styles from jazz\, ballads\, folk\, swing\, soul\, and contemporary pop to classic rock. Drawing from standout moments across the past twenty years\, Director’s Cut showcases songs that have shaped the choir’s musical journey — audience favourites\, meaningful repertoire\, and highlights that reflect the growth and spirit of the choir family.\n\nJust in Time’s founder and Music Director\, Wendy Nixon Stothert is excited to continue the celebration. “It has made me really happy to have a reason to dig into the archives and return to some of my favourite songs\, some from quite far back!” says Nixon Stothert. “Many of these songs are reminiscent of very special performance moments we’ve had over these past 20 years. For example\, I chose Stand By Me because I remember when 40 of us travelled to Cuba in 2014 and we sang it deep in a cave. Bumblebee is on the setlist because it reminds me of when my daughter sang the song with the Jems when she was 10 years old. Vocal Minority recorded a video version of Take On Me during the pandemic when we couldn’t sing in person together and singing it again now reminds me of the perseverance and dedication of the singers during those tough times. All of these magical moments\, and many more\, form a treasure trove that I love to reflect upon.”\n\nThe setlist also includes Coco Love Alcorn’s soulful “Revolution”\, jazz standard “Cheek to Cheek”\, an acapella version of Ah-Ha’s 80s hit “Take on Me”\, “Sir Duke” by the incomparable Stevie Wonder and “Sway” a la Michael Buble. To name just a few! The concert finale brings all three choirs together to perform Led Zeppelin’s epic classic “Stairway to Heaven” and\, fittingly\, the jazz standard “Just in Time”.\n\nThis concert caps a year-long celebration honouring 20 years of music and community. Join the Just in Time Choirs as they look back on cherished memories while celebrating the vibrant energy that continues to inspire singers and audiences alike.\n\nTickets are $33.40 (incl fees) for adults\, $15 for children 12 & under\, plus fees. There is also a live stream option for $33.40 per household\, and we are again offering a limited number of Community Supported Tickets at $15 for those under financial constraint.\n\nTickets available in person\, by phone\, and online at sidwilliamstheatre.com. Patrons are encouraged to purchase tickets early as performances regularly sell out.
URL:https://comoxvalleyarts.com/community-calendar-event/just-in-time-choirs-20th-anniversary-spring-concert-2026-part-2-directors-cut-virtual-event/
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CATEGORIES:Concert
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SUMMARY:UK avant garde guitar legend FRED FRITH w/ Phipps Pt.
DESCRIPTION:CVGBs presents: \nFrom the UK\, guitar and avant garde legend \nFRED FRITH  \nwith special guests from San Francisco \nPHIPPS PT. \n& from Cumberland \nDevils Club \nFriday May 1\, 2026      6:30 PM       Comox Valley Curling Centre \nCVGBs is excited to welcome renowned avant-garde guitar player Fred Frith for a very rare show on Friday May 1. Frith who has an illustrious career dating back to England in the 1970’s\, notably with Henry Cow\, Art Bears\, Skeleton Crew\, Massacre\, and countless more. His unique style has provided him the opportunity to play a veritable who’s who of innovative artists such as Brian Eno\, John Zorn/Naked City\, Mike Patton (Faith No More)\, the Residents\, Richard Thompson\, Bill Laswell\, KK Null\, Jad Fair\, Tom Cora\, Derek Bailey\, Sonny Sharrock\, Henry Kaiser\, Hans Reichel… This list could go on for pages… Frith provided iconic guitar work on two of Eno’s legendary records “Music for Films” and “Before and After Science”. \nUnderstatement: Fred Frith is a legend of improvised and experimental music\, and beyond being one of the world’s most iconic and most renowned avant garde guitar players\, he is a truly inspirational artist. While improvised music has been the common thread throughout his career Frith has actively engaged in theatre and dance work\, providing accompanying sounds. Frith has appeared on over 400 recordings and continues to actively tour. He is the subject of the 1990 feature length documentary Step Across the Border. \nhttps://www.fredfrith.com/\nhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fred_Frith\nhttps://www.discogs.com/artist/78003-Fred-Frith \nJoining Fred on this tour is Phipps PT. which is an electronic experimental folk duo consisting of Lovage Sharrock and Jon Leidecker (Wobbly). Sharrock is a native of the Comox Valley while Liedecker hails from San Francisco. Leidecker is best known as a member of seminal experimental art band Negativland and part of Thurston Moore’s Ensemble. Moore is best known as the guitarist/leader of Sonic Youth. Wobbly has also collaborated with artists including Matmos\, Dieter Moebius (Cluster)\, Tania Chen\, Fred Frith\, Tim Story\, David Toop\, Zeena Parkins\, and People Like Us. Free improvisation\, acid folk and ambient electronics\, the music Sharrock and Leidecker create is a conversation between two artists and long-time friends. \nhttps://phippspt.com/\nhttps://phippspt.bandcamp.com/\nhttps://lovagesharrock.com/ \nOpening the show will be the debut performance of new Cumberland experimental duo Devils Club. Two members of Vancouver’s legendary Sex Church\, Devils Club will bring the weird with their new Basement Kosmiche project Devils Club. Half of Devils Club also happens to be behind much of the great beer from Land and Sea!\nhttps://soundcloud.com/devilsclub6 \nTickets: \nhttps://www.eventbrite.ca/e/fred-frith-with-special-guests-phipps-pt-tickets-1982758565243 \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/1446894333662271/ \nComox Valley Curling Centre\, 4835 Headquarters Road\, Courtenay \nDoors 6:30 PM     Tickets $30 Licensed\, All Ages welcome
URL:https://comoxvalleyarts.com/community-calendar-event/uk-avant-garde-guitar-legend-fred-frith-w-phipps-pt/
LOCATION:Comox Valley Curling Centre\, 4835 Headquarters Road\, Courtenay\, BC\, V9J1P2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Concert
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SUMMARY:Red Dress Day MMIWG2S+ Awareness Event
DESCRIPTION:This event is in honour of all MMIWG2S+ \nThe event will include local indigenous organizations\, educational booths and tables as well as community speakers and will conclude with a community awareness walk. \nFor more details\, please vist the Facebook event page.
URL:https://comoxvalleyarts.com/community-calendar-event/red-dress-day-mmiwg2s-awareness-event/
LOCATION:Florence Fliberg Centre\, 411 Anderton Avenue\, Courtenay\, BC\, V9N6C6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Indigenous Women's Sharing Society":MAILTO:Indigenouswomenssharingsociety@gmail.com
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260510T160000
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SUMMARY:Comox Valley Concert Band concert
DESCRIPTION:A fundraiser for Evergreen Club. \nYouth 12 and under are free. \nTickets can be purchased in advance at the Florence Filberg Centre reception\, or at the door.
URL:https://comoxvalleyarts.com/community-calendar-event/comox-valley-concert-band-concert/
LOCATION:Florence Fliberg Centre\, 411 Anderton Avenue\, Courtenay\, BC\, V9N6C6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Concert
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260514T190000
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SUMMARY:Holding Heritage: Unspoken Stories
DESCRIPTION:Unspoken Stories showcases candid conversations between\nChinese-Vietnamese Boat People refugees and their families. \nAt its heart is the belief that for younger generations to carry culture forward\, they must first be inspired by the stories of their own families. \nBy encouraging honest and intentional dialogue across generations\, we invite viewers to see how embracing personal understandings of their roots can spark pride\, belonging\, and a deeper connection to both their identities and family histories. \nThe screening will be followed by a discussion with: \n\nHollie Ha\, Holding Heritage founder and Unspoken Stories creator\nSandy Ho\, Author of “No Way But Through: A Family Memoir”\nAndrew Ha\, interviewee from the Unspoken Stories project\n\nHollie Ha bridges generations by sharing candid conversations and untold stories of Chinese-Vietnamese Boat people refugees and their descendants. Through these meaningful exchanges\, the series explores the delicate interplay between heritage\, identity\, and family dynamics. \nWatch the trailer here!
URL:https://comoxvalleyarts.com/community-calendar-event/holding-heritage-unspoken-stories/
LOCATION:Cumberland Museum & Archives\, 2680 Dunsmuir Ave\, Cumberland\, BC\, V0R 1S0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Film
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SUMMARY:Spencer Krug w/ Elbow Kiss
DESCRIPTION:CVBGs Presents \nWolf Parade leader Spencer Krug celebrates solo album release at the CVCC \nSPENCER KRUG  \nwith special guests from Victoria \nELBOW KISS          & the Comox Valley’s         bathslut \nFriday May 15\, 2026      6:30 PM       Comox Valley Curling Centre    4835 Headquarters Road \n  \nSPENCER KRUG \nVictoria’s Spencer Krug is the co-frontperson of Wolf Parade\, leader of Sunset Rubdown & Moonface\, & writing member of Frog Eyes & Swan Lake. This special show is in celebration of Krug releasing his first solo album Same Fangs the very same day. First gaining attention in the mid 2000s as co-leader of Montreal’s rock’n’roll Wolf Parade\, then soon after as the voice and mind behind the chaotic Sunset Rubdown\, and equal member of indie supergroup Swan Lake (with Dan Bejar of Destroyer and Carey Mercer of Frog Eyes) Krug eventually used the now defunct Moonface as an outlet for his more experimental and sporadic solo material. And while he still plays with both \nWolf Parade and Sunset Rubdown\, there remains in him a need to express something less rock-oriented\, something quieter and more introverted. So\, returning to his first and favorite instrument\, the piano\, Krug has ventured back into his own fantastic world of pseudo-classical balladeering; poetic lyricism laced with twisted pop sensibility and jazz mimicry. Using this template\, he now releases solo work on his own label\, Pronounced Kroog\, and tours a variety of new and old material as Spencer Krug. \nAfter these solo shows\, Wolf Parade will be touring festivals and larger venues. There is substantial resurgence of interest since December\, when Wolf Parade’s song “I’ll Believe in Anything” (written by Spencer Krug) went viral for its use in an episode of the same name of the Crave TV hockey romance Heated Rivalry. The episode\, the fifth of season one of the series\, aired on December 19\, 2025\, and by December 27\, plays on Spotify increased by 2658%. The song’s continued success resulted in it peaking at number four on Billboard’s Alternative Digital Song Sales chart and at number seven on Billboard’s Rock Digital Song Sales. \nhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spencer_Krug \nhttps://www.instagram.com/krugspencer \nhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wolf_Parade \nhttps://firstdatetouring.com/spencer-krug \nhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sunset_Rubdown \n  \nELBOW KISS \nFrom Victoria. Plucking guitar\, harp\, and heart strings. Softly dredging up deep seeds of yearning\, nostalgia\, heartbreak. Love songs to ghosts. \nhttps://elbowkiss.bandcamp.com/ \nhttps://www.instagram.com/elbow.kiss \nhttps://bio.site/elbowkiss \nhttps://www.youtube.com/@elbow-kiss \n  \nBATHSLUT \nbathslut is a dark-wave noise pop band born out of a shared love of drum machines\, saw waves\, scented candles\, and late night bubble baths. Their music flows from atmospheric soundscapes to riff-driven post punk and heavy late-night synth-driven tracks. Get in the tub. \nhttps://www.instagram.com/bath_slut \n  \nTickets: \nhttps://www.eventbrite.ca/e/1985782913149 \nFacebook Event
URL:https://comoxvalleyarts.com/community-calendar-event/spencer-krug-w-elbow-kiss/
LOCATION:Comox Valley Curling Centre\, 4835 Headquarters Road\, Courtenay\, BC\, V9J1P2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Concert
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260518T190000
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SUMMARY:Comox Valley Songwriters Circle
DESCRIPTION:Each 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 creating a new song each month. \nThe circle provides a place to be inspired\, seek feedback and to be\nable to hear what other creatives are working on. Most musicians bring along their\nguitars or ukuleles\, although some sing a cappella or use the in-house piano for accompaniment. \nHost Ashley Sykes’s love of connecting with other artists provides motivation to write\nand perform in the supportive group. The circle does not provide instruction; it provides an opportunity to perform your song\, and to be impacted by others doing the same. \nAttendance is by donation ($10 or pwyc). The group welcomes newcomers\, and the\nonly criteria is that the songs performed are original.
URL:https://comoxvalleyarts.com/community-calendar-event/comox-valley-songwriters-circle-15/
LOCATION:Artful the Gallery\, 526 Cumberland Rd\, Courtenay\, BC\, V9N 2C7
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260520T120000
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SUMMARY:Bridging Conversations
DESCRIPTION:We are a group of six Comox Valley visual artists with varied backgrounds and life experiences. For the past few years we have been meeting monthly to share stories of challenge\, inspiration\, and creative processes. Conversations that go off in unexpected directions have created a space of shared reflection resulting in connection. \nBridging Conversations celebrates individuality woven into community—a visual manifestation of stories exchanged and growth witnessed and experienced. We are abstract artists; we are representational artists. We paint with different mediums. Our work ranges from nonobjective to figurative\, from boldly expressive to quietly meditative. We come from diverse cultures and have followed varied artist paths. What unites us is our commitment to the belief that art is a vital tool for connection. Stories that tie together with threads of curiosity and identity open up our individual worlds to one another\, and the effects of what is known as adjacent possibilities (the inadvertant shift in what is possible resulting from an action taken) come out on the canvas. Despite our differences\, we bring the “other” inside our boundaries. \nDivision often dominates headlines\, as the world is quite fractured. We share what happens when people come together with open minds and creative hearts. Through this exhibition\, we invite viewer into our circle—to feel the energy of collaboration\, the vulnerability of shared experience\, and the beauty of seeing the world through multiple lenses. For it to be a full conversation there is a ‘call and response’ involving the artist and the viewer\, as happens in an exhibit space. We learn and grow separately and together. We welcome this opportunity to present a curated selection of paintings reflecting the whole of our experience.
URL:https://comoxvalleyarts.com/community-calendar-event/bridging-conversations/
LOCATION:Artful the Gallery\, 526 Cumberland Rd\, Courtenay\, BC\, V9N 2C7
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260522T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260522T235959
DTSTAMP:20260613T024701
CREATED:20260429T211845Z
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SUMMARY:CV/ARTS Incubator Microgrant Program - Last Day to Apply
DESCRIPTION:Last day to apply – applications close tonight at 11:59 PM. \nThe CV/Arts Incubator Program supports local artists and collectives in developing community-engaged\, experimental\, and culturally relevant projects across the Central Island. From public art and performances to workshops\, storytelling\, and community-based initiatives\, the program helps bring new ideas to life while building capacity for future opportunities. \nLearn more and apply visit our website
URL:https://comoxvalleyarts.com/community-calendar-event/cv-arts-incubator-microgrant-program-last-day-to-apply/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260523T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260523T210000
DTSTAMP:20260613T024701
CREATED:20260510T040857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260510T040857Z
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SUMMARY:Bridging Conversations Artist Reception
DESCRIPTION:Join artists Sharon Lalonde\, Laurie Martz\, Corina Menz\, Jenny Mitchell\, Miriam Myers and Elaine Smith at the artist reception in celebration of their exhibition at Artful : The Gallery.
URL:https://comoxvalleyarts.com/community-calendar-event/bridging-conversations-artist-reception/
LOCATION:Artful the Gallery\, 526 Cumberland Rd\, Courtenay\, BC\, V9N 2C7
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260526T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260526T200000
DTSTAMP:20260613T024701
CREATED:20260505T225243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T225243Z
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SUMMARY:Lecture: Source Encounters – The Comox Lake Watershed
DESCRIPTION:Time: Doors open 6:30 PM\, presentation starts 7:00 PM.. \nJoin Meaghan Cursons as she presents a lively and visual overview of the many issues\, past and present\, affecting our watershed. \nCursons is a Storyteller and provides Public Outreach and Engagement for the CVRD Comox Lake Watershed Protection Plan. \nTickets: Free admission thanks to Comox Valley Regional District (CVRD). Please call to reserve a space as seating is limited. 250-334-0686 ext. 2.
URL:https://comoxvalleyarts.com/community-calendar-event/lecture-source-encounters-the-comox-lake-watershed/
LOCATION:the Courtenay and District Museum\, 207 4th St\, Courtenay\, BC\, COURTENAY\, BC\, V9N 1G7\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260530T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260530T113000
DTSTAMP:20260613T024701
CREATED:20260515T180859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T171152Z
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SUMMARY:Book Launch and Reading\, Do You Know the Dark?
DESCRIPTION:Join us to celebrate the release of local author illustrator Roz MacLean’s newest picture book\, Do You Know the Dark? !\n“A mesmerizing invitation to embrace night’s beauty—great for bedtime shelves and budding naturalists alike.”\n– Kirkus starred review\nDo You Know the Dark? published by Henry Holt Books for Young Readers\, uses minimal text and traditionally created artwork to explore what is beautiful and fascinating about darkness\, from dancing shadows to seeds growing underground\, bioluminescence\, deep sea beings\, shooting stars and black holes. Grounded in darkness as a space of rest\, regeneration and possibility\, this book is a gentle companion for bed time and curious minds.\nWe will have a story reading\, crafts\, snacks and time for questions! This event is free to attend\, open to all ages\, and focused on being fun for kids. You can see a preview of the book at: https://us.macmillan.com/…/9781250392206/doyouknowthedark/\nRoz MacLean is also the author of More Than Words: So Many Ways to Say What We Mean (featured on CBC Kids Reads) and Together\, a Forest.\nMay 30\, 10:30 am\, at Smol Store (previously Little Village) at 2704 Dunsmuir Ave\, Cumberland.\nSpace is wheelchair accessible\, with a bathroom nearby at the library.
URL:https://comoxvalleyarts.com/community-calendar-event/book-launch-and-reading-do-you-know-the-dark/
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260530T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260530T160000
DTSTAMP:20260613T024701
CREATED:20260504T200231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T200239Z
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SUMMARY:Blue Moon Surrealist Extravaganza
DESCRIPTION:ART/MUSIC/POETRY/DANCE/FILM
URL:https://comoxvalleyarts.com/community-calendar-event/blue-moon-surrealist-extravaganza/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260531T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260531T140000
DTSTAMP:20260613T024701
CREATED:20260510T043235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260510T043235Z
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SUMMARY:Unsculpted!
DESCRIPTION:This afternoon workshop will connect you with the joy of creating for the sake of exploration\, humour\, and collaboration. Primarily utilizing modelling and assemblage\, we will cultivate a sense of possibility\, adventure and imagination. \nCreating with unexpected materials can lower our inhibitions\, giving us the playful experience of creating with curiosity and openness to the unexpected…just for the pleasure of it! \nUnsculpted is not about learning to sculpt with skilled technical expertise; it will expand your creativity though\, just not in the ways you might expect! \nThe activities in Unsculpted are intended to guide you back to your creative heart. The act of (art) creation can get so twisted up in our judgments of what constitutes ‘good’ that we completely lose touch with the joy of creating for the sake of exploration and playfulness. \n​This one-session workshop runs from 1 to 4pm with a mid-way break. Feel free to bring drinks and snacks. The $105 workshop fee includes GST and all materials supplied. Bring a friend discount of $25 each when 2 people sign up at the same time. Email kristinacampbellart@gmail.com to register.
URL:https://comoxvalleyarts.com/community-calendar-event/unsculpted-2/
LOCATION:Artful the Gallery\, 526 Cumberland Rd\, Courtenay\, BC\, V9N 2C7
CATEGORIES:Classes / Courses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260601T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260601T210000
DTSTAMP:20260613T024701
CREATED:20260526T215024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T215024Z
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SUMMARY:Artful : The Poets
DESCRIPTION:Join host Dan Kirk as he welcomes our feature poet Michael Penny at Artful : The Poets. Michael’s feature spot will be followed by an open mic. Sign up at the door for the open mic\, 5 minutes max per poet\, $10 or pwyc. \nMichael Penny was born in Australia\, but his family moved him to Canada when he was young. Since then\, he has published five books\, most recently\, ‘Particles’ and ‘Outside. Inside’\, both with McGill-Queen’s University Press. His work has appeared in many literary magazines including Fiddlehead\, The Antigonish Review\, The Amsterdam Review\, Acumen\, The Malahat Review\, and The Salzburg Review. He lives on Bowen Island\, and\, once upon a time was a lawyer.
URL:https://comoxvalleyarts.com/community-calendar-event/artful-the-poets/
LOCATION:Artful the Gallery\, 526 Cumberland Rd\, Courtenay\, BC\, V9N 2C7
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260603T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260603T235959
DTSTAMP:20260613T024701
CREATED:20260429T221021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T213817Z
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SUMMARY:Tin Town Cafe Member Show – Closing TODAY
DESCRIPTION:CV/Arts first Tin Town Cafe Member show is closing today \nCV/Arts and Tin Town Cafe have partnered to host a rotating exhibition series featuring work by current CV/Arts members. The salon-style hang in the cafe will rotate three times a year\, giving multiple members regular opportunities to show and sell their work in a welcoming\, high-traffic setting. The current member show features 27 works of art by 20 local artist members. \nTo apply for the next show visit our website
URL:https://comoxvalleyarts.com/community-calendar-event/tin-town-cafe-member-show-closing-today/
LOCATION:Tin Town Cafe\, 2456 Rosewall Crescent #106\, Courtenay\, BC\, V9N 8R9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260612T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260612T170000
DTSTAMP:20260613T024701
CREATED:20260608T171339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T165656Z
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SUMMARY:HeARTful Art: Paint for Relaxation & Wellness
DESCRIPTION:Join Margaret every Friday 2-5 pm at the Silver Bowerbird Gallery in a series of expressive art activities that focus on improving mental and physical wellness helping you to reconnect with your authentic self. \nFor anyone\, but especially those who are experiencing stress\, anxiety\, dealing with life changes or health issues.  The aim is to enhance one’s vitality\, energy and positivity through art.  Discover your own creative genius or just relax into a comfortable\, nurturing space to explore what art has to offer you.  No experience necessary.
URL:https://comoxvalleyarts.com/community-calendar-event/heartful-art-paint-for-relaxation-wellness/
LOCATION:Silver Bowerbird Gallery\, Back door 479 4th St.\, Courtenay\, british columbia\, V9N1G9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Classes / Courses
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ORGANIZER;CN="Margaret McKenzie":MAILTO:silverbowerbird@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260613T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260613T150000
DTSTAMP:20260613T024701
CREATED:20260604T210942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T222803Z
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SUMMARY:Lenticular Print Making with Kourtney Jackson
DESCRIPTION:Join us SATURDAY JUNE 13TH from 1PM-3PM for a special workshop with ‘Sacred In All Forms’ artist\, Kourtney Jackson!\n\n\n\nDiscover how motion\, time\, and visual storytelling can exist within a single image in this hands-on DIY lenticular print workshop. Using their own photography\, participants will create prints that shift as the viewer moves\, producing the illusion of a movement and transformation.\n\n\nFor more information\, visit our website: www.crartgallery.ca/events
URL:https://comoxvalleyarts.com/community-calendar-event/lenticular-print-making-with-kourtney-jackson/
LOCATION:campbell river art gallery\, 1235 Shoppers Row\, campbell river\, BC\, V9W2C7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Classes / Courses
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ORGANIZER;CN="campbell river art gallery":MAILTO:admin@crartgallery.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260613T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260613T213000
DTSTAMP:20260613T024701
CREATED:20260605T183628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260605T183628Z
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SUMMARY:ES:MO live in Campbell River
DESCRIPTION:ES:MO is Elizabeth Shepherd and Michael Occhipinti\, two imaginative genre-defying musicians who create music that is uniquely their own. ES:MO fuses a love of songwriting with the inventive musicianship they’re known for as perennial Juno Award nominees (19 JUNO nominations between the two!) and veterans of the Toronto music scene. \nMichael Occhipinti’s huge palette of sounds and versatile skills has made him one of Canada’s most admired guitarists. He leads jazz orchestras\, plays afro-pop\, R&B\, funk\, and Sicilian folk music\, and does it all with finesse\, curiosity\, and virtuosity. He’s played with Bruce Cockburn\, Bill Frisell\, Trey Anastasio\, Laila Biali\, Andrea Bocelli\, the Toronto Symphoni and many more. \nElizabeth Shepherd is a classically trained pianist who turned to jazz through her love of old-school hip-hop. She’s been hailed as “wholly unique and unclassifiable\,” a “jazz virtuoso with a pop sensibility” blaring the boundaries between jazz\, R&B\, pop and hip-hop. Her soulful and ethereal voice and keyboard work stunned listeners on ES:MO’s debut album The Weight of Hope\, which received a JUNO nomination in 2022. The album was built around the duo’s unique interpretations of songs by Stevie Wonder\, Bruce Cockburn\, Jackie Shane\, Nick Drake and others. \nThe second ES:MO album SUNSHINE IN MY BONES which comes out just before this tour is a celebration of the duo’s own compositions built on hours of jam sessions\, found sounds such as washing machines\, improvised voice and guitar loops\, and the magical connection Elizabeth and Michael have when they create music together. Their thoughtful songs explore everything from war crimes to cruise ship class warfare\, love among tulips\, and the need for human connection. On the recording they’re joined by guest drummers Larnell Lewis\, Jinu Isac\, Tony Ferraro\, and Marito Marques. For this west coast tour they’ll be joined by Tony Ferraro on drums and Derek Fillippo on bass.
URL:https://comoxvalleyarts.com/community-calendar-event/esmo-live-in-campbell-river/
LOCATION:Rivercity Stage\, 1080 Hemlock\, Campbell River\, BC\, V9W 3E4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Concert
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ORGANIZER;CN="Highway 19 Concerts":MAILTO:hwy19concerts@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260618T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260618T220000
DTSTAMP:20260613T024701
CREATED:20260530T142719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260530T142719Z
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SUMMARY:Sing & Steam
DESCRIPTION:Sing & Steam is a cozy evening of sauna rounds\, simple songs and good vibes. \nNo music experience needed\, all songs will be beginner-friendly (promise!)\, no music-reading required. Song time will be in between steams\, and guided by Zoë from Squeaky Wheel Creative\, with Dan & Lisa from The Lost Faucet facilitating an awesome\, music-focused Aufguss session for us at the end. Our sauna is booked from 7:30-10pm – stay for some or all of that time. \nCome solo or bring a friend – all genders\, bodies\, and voices are welcome! (Ages 18+) \nRegister by emailing thesqueakywheelcreative@gmail.com.
URL:https://comoxvalleyarts.com/community-calendar-event/sing-steam-2/
LOCATION:The Lost Faucet Sauna House\, 3455 Cumberland Rd\, Courtenay\, BC\, V9N 9N6\, Canada
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ORGANIZER;CN="Squeaky Wheel Creative":MAILTO:thesqueakywheelcreative@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260619T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260619T170000
DTSTAMP:20260613T024701
CREATED:20260609T173900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T165537Z
UID:10000873-1781856000-1781888400@comoxvalleyarts.com
SUMMARY:HeARTful Art: Paint for Relaxation & Wellness
DESCRIPTION:Join Margaret every Friday 2-5 pm at the Silver Bowerbird Gallery in a series of expressive art activities that focus on improving mental and physical wellness helping you to reconnect with your authentic self. \nFor anyone\, but especially those who are experiencing stress\, anxiety\, dealing with life changes or health issues.  The aim is to enhance one’s vitality\, energy and positivity through art.  Discover your own creative genius or just relax into a comfortable\, nurturing space to explore what art has to offer you.  No experience necessary.
URL:https://comoxvalleyarts.com/community-calendar-event/heartful-art-paint-for-relaxation-wellness-2/
LOCATION:Silver Bowerbird Gallery\, Back door 479 4th St.\, Courtenay\, british columbia\, V9N1G9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Classes / Courses
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ORGANIZER;CN="Margaret McKenzie":MAILTO:silverbowerbird@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260619T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260619T183000
DTSTAMP:20260613T024701
CREATED:20260612T215031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260612T215242Z
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SUMMARY:Art Opening Celebration (with Artist Talk by Michael Campbell) | Field Recordings of Icebergs Melting
DESCRIPTION:ART OPENING CELEBRATION (WITH ARTIST TALK) \nField Recordings of Icebergs Melting by multi-media artist Michael Campbell will open at the Comox Valley Art Gallery on Friday\, June 19. Doors open at 4:00pm to view the new exhibition. \nAt 5:30pm\, there will be an artist talk\, followed by a casual reception and hospitality. Everyone is welcome. \n— \n\n\nFIELD RECORDINGS OF ICEBERGS MELTING \nArtist Michael Campbell’s multi-media exhibition “. . . brings into play its place in the cultural imagination of a frontier zone of extreme conditions\, and its history during the period of European expansion from the 16th to the 20th centuries. The allusion conjures the stream of survey ships that sought the north-west Passage of the North Pole\, strove to classify species and peoples\, and to map the New World. It further speaks to present day resource extraction and climate change monitoring\, the forays of animal rights activists and increasingly\, military survey flights asserting territorial claims. . . . Its steam punk ethos with its fusion of Victorian Era and future technologies sets an undercurrent of planetary emergency in motion. . . .” – Jan Allen \n— \nThe Comox Valley Art Gallery is committed to creating safer spaces where everyone can participate. \nAll ages are welcome. \nCVAG spaces are accessible. Efforts are made to make presented programming contents available to all by using approachable audio and visual technologies to aid in experience and wayfinding. Staff are available to answer any questions and to provide orientation to the presentation and gallery spaces. \nPrograms are barrier-free (no cost). DONATIONS are appreciated and contribute to ongoing community interactive programming. \nPUBLIC HEALTH CONSIDERATIONS: we ask that visitors choose not to visit if they are experiencing symptoms of colds and flus. \nHand sanitation dispensers are available at CVAG. Wearing a mask is at the discretion of the visitor.
URL:https://comoxvalleyarts.com/community-calendar-event/art-opening-celebration-with-artist-talk-by-michael-campbell-field-recordings-of-icebergs-melting/
LOCATION:Comox Valley Art Gallery\, 580 Duncan Avenue\, Courtenay\, BC
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Exhibitions,Exibits
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260619T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260619T223000
DTSTAMP:20260613T024701
CREATED:20260603T034626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T034626Z
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SUMMARY:Amber Webber & Stephen McBean: BLACK MOUNTAIN Twin Oscillations
DESCRIPTION:CVGBs presentsFrom Los Angeles & Vancouver\nATO Recording Artists\nAmber Webber & Stephen McBean:BLACK MOUNTAIN Twin Oscillations\n\nWith special guests from VictoriaSMALL PLEASURES\n\nand from Powell RiverELECTRIC BRAINS\n\n6 PM Friday June 19Comox Valley Curling Centre4835 Headquarters Road\, CourtenayLicensed all ages event.$25 Advance tickets athttps://www.eventbrite.ca/…/amber-webber-stephen-mcbean…$30 tickets at the door if not sold out.\n\nBLACK MOUNTAIN TWIN OSCILLATIONS TOURBlack Mountain’s founders & principal singer/songwriters Amber Webber & Stephen McBean are pleased to announce special intimate duo performances of select BMA bangers in the UK and Canadian / European dates. Most shows are with the incredible SUNN O)))\nThe rock canon has many anti-heroes\, Black Mountain being the latest. In the past\, Can’s ‘Tago Mago’ established that the only rule in rock and roll is that there are no rules. Delinquent proto-metallers Black Sabbath demonstrated that you can make a lot from not that much. Now Black Mountain teach us that you don’t have to be afraid of the past to move bravely into the future.Black Mountain is a Canadian psychedelic rock band from Vancouver\, British Columbia. The band is composed of Stephen McBean\, Jeremy Schmidt\, Adam Bulgasem\, Amber Webber\, and Arjan Miranda. Since forming in 2004\, Black Mountain has released five globally celebrated LPs: Black Mountain (2005)\, In the Future (2008)\, Wilderness Heart (2010)\, IV (2016) and Destroyer (2019)https://www.blackmountainarmy.com/https://blackmountain.bandcamp.com/https://www.instagram.com/blackmountainarmy/https://www.facebook.com/BlackMountainOfficialhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Black_Mountain_(band)\n\nwith special guests from VictoriaSMALL PLEASURESSmall Pleasures is a post-punk duo from Victoria\, Canada.Inspired by early 80s dark-wave pioneers\, the band is a fusion between Viny’s fuzzed out bass backed by Nevada’s textured drums and triggered synth mixed with lofty vocal melodies. Currently\, Small Pleasures are working on their sophomore album recorded by Colin Stewart at The Hive\, with a release planned for the summer of 2026. In the past year\, the duo toured Japan\, France and played multiple shows and festivals across Canada. April 2026 will see the return of the band overseas\, with dates in Germany\, Austria and France.\n\nand just as special guests from Powell RiverELECTRIC BRAINSPower pop\, punk rock and roll from qathet BC! These guys ruled at the Dead Soft/K Car roller skating night last summer! Before that all those fortunate enough to catch the Dead Bob show at the Waverly will recall the rawkus punk rock celebration that was Electric Brains (then called the Kicks) who worked the room into a frenzy. Electric Brains count among their members a certain Sean Hawryluk\, a crucial member of both Kelowna/Vancouver’s legendary Ladyhawk\, and then hardcore metal pathcutters Baptists.https://open.spotify.com/artist/6YHbb1RXqz1WvSsAhWQzET…https://www.instagram.com/electric__brains/\n\nCVGBs is a loose collective bringing oddball music\, art\, & culture to the Comox Valley.https://cvgbs.com/upcomingshows/
URL:https://comoxvalleyarts.com/community-calendar-event/amber-webber-stephen-mcbean-black-mountain-twin-oscillations/
LOCATION:Comox Valley Curling Centre\, 4835 Headquarters Road\, Courtenay\, BC\, V9J1P2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Concert
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ORGANIZER;CN="CVGBs":MAILTO:keith@scratchrecords.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260620T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260620T180000
DTSTAMP:20260613T024701
CREATED:20260603T202721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T202754Z
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SUMMARY:John Czegledi Annual Outdoor Art Show
DESCRIPTION:This is John’s 15th Annual Outdoor Garden Art Show.  Metal Sculptures large and small.  Stainless steel and Patina natural steel.\n\nCome stroll the gardens and find a perfect piece of art for your garden.\n\nRefreshment provided on the patio.   Everyone welcome!\n\n6742 Rennie Road\, Courtenay\, BC\n\n250 338 7904 for more info
URL:https://comoxvalleyarts.com/community-calendar-event/john-czegledi-annual-outdoor-art-show/
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260620T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260620T210000
DTSTAMP:20260613T024701
CREATED:20260609T232144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T232144Z
UID:10000875-1781956800-1781989200@comoxvalleyarts.com
SUMMARY:National Indigenous People's Day
DESCRIPTION:National Indigenous Peoples Day celebrations coming on Saturday June 20th! \nK’ómoks First Nation and their community and cultural partners are inviting the Comox Valley to come together to celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day 2026 and the unique contributions and cultures of First Nation\, Inuit and Métis communities locally and across Canada. This FREE community celebration takes place on Saturday June 20th from 2 pm till 9 pm at the beautiful Comox Valley Exhibition Grounds \n\nThis year’s celebration includes interactive Youth and Elder Zones\, K’ómoks cultural resource and archeology displays\, guided walks to the Tsolum River\, live screen printing\, story telling and knowledge sharing\, delicious food vendors including a traditional salmon BBQ\, over 30 Indigenous craft vendors\, cultural and community tents\, and live music from world class Indigenous artists including The Spiritual Warriors\, Tsimka and Michael Red\, LOV\, and 4 time Juno Award Winner Aysanabee! \nAysanabee is a multi-instrumentalist and singer songwriter currently based in Toronto. He is Oji-Cree\, Sucker Clan of the Sandy Lake First Nation\, a remote fly-in community in the far reaches of Northwestern Ontario. A four time JUNO winner\, Aysanabee merges indie\, soul\, and electronic sounds with mournful saxophone and pulse-quickening fingerpicking\, exploring themes of memory and storytelling. \nSolemn and soaring\, his striking sound is equal parts hypnotic and melodic which has been compared to Bon Iver\, Matt Corby\, Don Ross\, Kim Churchill\, Kings of Leon and Sam Smith. On March 23\, 2024\, Aysanabee made history as the first ever Indigenous Artist to win the JUNO Awards for both Alternative Album of the Year and Songwriter of the year\, for Here and Now\, his sophomore album. This year he won JUNOs for both Alternative Album and Indigenous Artist of the Year for his 2025 album Edge of the Earth! \nTsimka & Michael Red is a collaboration of music from the land and from the heart.  Rooted in ancestral Tla-o-qui-aht homelands\, Tsimka works with Nuuchahnulth singing traditions along with contemporary inspirations as part of her musical expression. She often invokes Tla-o-qui-aht language in her songs\, integrating language revitalization into the experience and tapping into cultural teachings\, imagery and love of her home. \nMichael Red fills out the rest of the music\, beats and atmospheres *all* created from blending & morphing & affecting natural sounds recorded primarily on Tsimka’s ƛaʔuukwiʔatḥ home territory. Sounds like Cixwatsac (Frank Island frogs)\, Swainson’s Thrush\, and other birds\, a little creek at Hiłwinʔis\, ocean\, rain\, mist and ice. Together they express a human experience with observations and emotions that arise with desire\, joy\, care\, resiliency\, and kinship. \nThe Spiritual Warriors create music inspired by the land and life in the coastal mountains of the Lil’wat Nation\, Mount Currie BC. With their unique blend of indigenous chants and contemporary roots\, rock\, reggae\, The Spiritual Warriors are distinctly west coast. \nThis internationally acclaimed band performs most of their songs in U’cwalmicwts (the Lil’wat Language) and are passionate about preserving and promoting their language and culture. They use the chanting styles of the Lil’wat/St’at’imc people to fuse with reggae and rock to create uplifting contemporary Indigenous world music. This truly unique band will take you on a cultural journey to the natural heartbeat of the Indigenous drum and the St’at’imc people. \nLOV is a force of resilience\, rhythm\, and reinvention. Hailing from Poundmaker Cree Nation\, Treaty 6\, Saskatchewan\, LOV transforms personal trials into soulful affirmations of strength and independence. With a sound rooted in UK-inspired soul and guided by a deep sense of purpose\, LOV’s music is both healing and unapologetically empowering. \nHer journey took a pivotal turn when she decided to fully embrace her artistry – stepping into her truth and reshaping her narrative. What followed was a rebirth. LOV’s rich\, smoky vocals channel raw emotion into songs that carry the weight of lived experience while remaining light enough to dance to. Whether she’s celebrating matriarchal strength or voicing quiet moments of reflection\, her music resonates with sincerity and grace. \nCultural and Community Partners for this year’s celebrations include Kumugwe Cultural Society\, Queneesh Indigenous Community Society\, Wachiay Friendship Society\, MIKI’SIW Métis Association\, Indigenous Women’s Sharing Society\, Upper Island Women of Native Ancestry\, City of Courtenay\, Town of Comox\, Village of Cumberland and Comox Valley Regional District. \nVolunteers are still welcome for this year’s celebration\, with a special meal for all volunteers provided by LUSH Valley! The volunteer sign up\, event details\, stage schedules\, community sponsors can be found at https://komoks.ca/nipd-2026/ \nFor more information message communications@komoks.ca
URL:https://comoxvalleyarts.com/community-calendar-event/national-indigenous-peoples-day/
LOCATION:Comox Valley Exhibition Grounds\, 4839 Headquarters Rd\, Courtenay\, BC\, V9J 1P2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="K%E2%80%99%C3%B3moks First Nation":MAILTO:communications@komoks.ca
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SUMMARY:HeARTful Art: Paint for Relaxation & Wellness
DESCRIPTION:Join Margaret every Friday 2-5 pm at the Silver Bowerbird Gallery in a series of expressive art activities that focus on improving mental and physical wellness helping you to reconnect with your authentic self. \nFor anyone\, but especially those who are experiencing stress\, anxiety\, dealing with life changes or health issues.  The aim is to enhance one’s vitality\, energy and positivity through art.  Discover your own creative genius or just relax into a comfortable\, nurturing space to explore what art has to offer you.  No experience necessary.
URL:https://comoxvalleyarts.com/community-calendar-event/heartful-art-paint-for-relaxation-wellness-3/
LOCATION:Silver Bowerbird Gallery\, Back door 479 4th St.\, Courtenay\, british columbia\, V9N1G9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Classes / Courses
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ORGANIZER;CN="Margaret McKenzie":MAILTO:silverbowerbird@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Cumberland Home & Garden Tour AND Culture Crawl
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 2026 Cumberland Home & Garden Tour AND Culture Crawl! Explore the built places\, gathering spaces\, studios\, gardens\, urban farms\, historic gems and modern additions in the Village of Cumberland.\n\nEarly Bird Tickets are on sale now until June 15th for $25 – Buy your tickets HERE\n\nThe overarching theme for this tour is ‘resilience’. We explore ways that our community can build resilience through water conservation\, mindful landscaping\, urban farming\, alternative energy\, restoring old buildings and building new structures with state of the art materials.\n\nWe also explore ways to build resilience through Neighbourhood Emergency Planning\, FireSmart assessments and drought and wildfire smart landscaping.\n\nResilience is also all about creativity! Expect pop up art shows\, music\, crafts and other creative undertakings as we partner with Comox Valley Arts to activate the culture crawl aspect of this awesome event!\n\nWan to join this fun this year and share your home\, garden or gathering space? We’d love to hear from you. Message courtney@cumberlandforest.com
URL:https://comoxvalleyarts.com/community-calendar-event/cumberland-home-garden-tour-and-culture-crawl/
LOCATION:Cumberland Village\, Cumberland\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="cumberland Community Forest Society":MAILTO:meaghan@cumberlandforest.com
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