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SUMMARY:Art Event
DESCRIPTION:NIC students will be showcasing their 2024 Art Event at the Comox valley campus in the Shadbolt and Raven art studios.
URL:https://comoxvalleyarts.com/community-calendar-event/art-event/
LOCATION:North Island College Comox Valley Campus Shadbolt + Raven Studios\, 2300 Ryan Rd\, Courtenay\, BC\, V9N 8N6
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions
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SUMMARY:Songs of Nature to Celebrate Spring - An Intimate House Concert
DESCRIPTION:Nature\, the Gentlest Mother. \n\n\nPianist Dagmar Kilian and soprano Jennifer Rasor present a collection of art songs to celebrate Nature and Spring including works by Ralph Vaughan Williams\, Reynaldo Hahn\, Robert Schumann\, Edvard Grieg\, Aaron Copland\, Samuel Barber\, and Thomas Pasatieri. Also featuring evocative poetry by Robert Louis Stevenson\, Moréas\, Banville\, Dauphin\, Eichendorf\, Vinje\, Bjørnson\, Agee\, Fletcher\, and Dickinson. \n\n\nSpring is a time of new beginnings and rejuvenation\, and what better way to celebrate it than by combining two of the most inspiring and uplifting experiences – music and nature? \nPlease join us in the intimate setting of the York Place Musical Salon.
URL:https://comoxvalleyarts.com/community-calendar-event/songs-of-nature-to-celebrate-spring-an-intimate-house-concert/
LOCATION:York Place Musical Salon\, Courtenay\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Concert
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SUMMARY:Intro To Quilting- A Simple Sampler
DESCRIPTION:Apr 16 – May 21 \nFeeling 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! \nThis multi-week class is a great primer\, encompassing  the basic skills you need for almost any future quilt. \nMaterials: A full list is below\, but most materials are not included\, to allow for students to bring their own. Batting and Thread in included. \nYou’ll learn about fabrics\, colours\, print and how many different ways you can make something look great! \nYou’ll gain confidence with measuring and cutting with the rotary cutter and learn chain-piecing and pressing. \nYou’ll learn the tips and tricks to make 4-squares look great\, how to make log cabins and the essential- half square triangles! \nThe pattern we’ve created for this class is somewhat modular- if you want to play with the design\, you may. However\, if you know yourself to be indecisive or perfectionist\, we invite you to make it as designed to take that pressure off you\, and to spend your energy learning\, not thinking! \nNext\, you’ll construct your whole quilt top\, quilt and bind it. \nSome people (like Nicole) love piecing quilts but don’t enjoy the actual quilting part- so you’ll have the option to have it long-arm quilted by Lorraine (for a fee)\, and then you’ll bind it! \nThe thing about quilts- they are infinite. One design can be made so personally and so uniquely time and again! \nBatting and thread is included in the cost of the class\, but fabric is not. We know many people have their own fabric they want to use\, and using the collected stash is a great way to get started! \nYou can use as few as two fabrics for a very graphic look\, or 50 for a scrappy look.
URL:https://comoxvalleyarts.com/community-calendar-event/intro-to-quilting-a-simple-sampler-3/
LOCATION:#4-420 Fitzgerald Ave.\, Courtenay\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Classes / Courses
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SUMMARY:Opening: CVAG Return to Water
DESCRIPTION:Return to Water\, an annual program that considers our relationship with the watershed of this region. Mark your calendars for April 13 at 1:00PM for anOpening Reception + Artist Talk + Community + Cultural Presentations + Premier Screening. 
URL:https://comoxvalleyarts.com/community-calendar-event/opening-cvag-return-to-water/
LOCATION:Comox Valley Art Gallery\, 580 Duncan Avenue\, Courtenay\, BC
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions
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SUMMARY:A-School: Navigating the Art Market with Illana Hester
DESCRIPTION:Session 4: Navigating the Art Market with Illana Hester\, Thursday\, April 11\, 2024 | 10:00 AM-12:00 PM | Location: Comox Valley Art Gallery Board Room (2nd floor)\, 580 Duncan Ave. \n\n\n\nJoin us for an interactive lecture with Illana Hester\, curator and arts business expert\, as she delves into the dynamics of the business of creatives. This unique chat will offer invaluable insights into understanding the positioning of artists within the contemporary business landscape. Illana will share strategies for navigating the complexities of the art marketplace. Participants will have the chance to engage directly with Illana\, asking questions and gaining practical advice. This event serves as a platform for artists to connect\, fostering a supportive community that extends beyond the confines of their studios. Don’t miss out on this enriching experience that promises to empower and inspire artists to thrive in the ever-evolving art industry.  \n\n\n\nIllana Hester (she/her)  is the Executive Director of The Old School House Arts Centre located on the unceeded territories of the Qualicum First Nations\, where she moved after over 12 years working in many spaces in the NYC contemporary art market.  She is a curator\, and leads a tiny team to make space for epic arts community education and programming. She serves on the LGBTQ+ advisory panel of the BCMA\, and believes in the importance of curating for a more equitable community. She is also the co-chair of a lab project that connects the Vancouver Island arts ecosystem creativecoast.ca. She serves as an artist career coach and helps mentor artists to their professional best.  
URL:https://comoxvalleyarts.com/community-calendar-event/a-school-navigating-the-art-market-with-illana-hester/
LOCATION:Comox Valley Art Gallery\, 580 Duncan Avenue\, Courtenay\, BC
CATEGORIES:Classes / Courses
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SUMMARY:YQQ + CVArts: Polarities and Junctions Closing
DESCRIPTION:YQQ + CVA Arts and Culture Program is an adjudicated exhibition that takes place in the winter and spring at the Comox Airport. The call for submissions is announced in the Fall and the show is up through early Spring. This program is a partnership between Comox Valley Arts and The Comox Airport (YQQ). \n\n\n\nAbout Polarities & Junctions: Polarity in physics is defined as two distinct and opposite poles that can either attract or repel each other. This term is also used to refer to the state of having two opposite or contradictory tendencies\, opinions\, or perspectives. Polarity as well as convergence can be found in nature\, online\, within political\, social\, economic and environmental contexts\, and among people’s perspectives. We invite you to consider the polarities you observe and navigate as an artist and the places of convergence and junction where differences can be conciliated in nature\, in communities and in global conversations. The show includes work by local and regional artists reflecting on this theme.  \n\n\n\nThe show will be up and open to the public during airport hours until April 15th\, 2024.
URL:https://comoxvalleyarts.com/community-calendar-event/yqq-cvarts-polarities-and-junctions/
LOCATION:Comox Airport (YQQ)\, 1250 Knight Road\, Comox\, BC V9M4H2
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions
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SUMMARY:Opening: Artful: Sanctuary Feat. 4 Local Artists
DESCRIPTION: Sanctuary is a group exhibit featuring artists Sharon Lalonde\, Mary Gorman\, Lynn Farwell and Shea Kotilla. An opening event will be held on April 6th at Artful from 7-9pm.  
URL:https://comoxvalleyarts.com/community-calendar-event/opening-artful-sanctuary-feat-4-local-artists/
LOCATION:Artful the Gallery\, 526 Cumberland Rd\, Courtenay\, BC\, V9N 2C7
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions
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SUMMARY:Choral Musaic Fundraiser Feat. 200 Voices
DESCRIPTION:A CHORAL MUSAIC RETURNS TO ST. GEORGES IN APRILFUNDRAISING CONCERT FEATURING 200 VOICES \n\n\n\nA Choral Musaic” will return after a five-year hiatus to raise the roof at St. George’s United Church for a fundraising  concert.  Featuring more than five choirs with more than 200 voices and four music directors\, the concert starts at 7pm.    \n\n\n\nSeveral Comox Valley choirs will be joined at this event by the Naramata Community Choir\, directed by Justin Glibberly\, and the Vancouver Island Chamber Choir directed by Brian Tate.   The local choirs include  the Just In Time Choirs’ Jems & Vocal Minority ensembles and the Canadian Military Wives Choirs- Comox\, directed by Wendy Nixon Stothert.   Additionally\, the concert will feature the Comox Valley Children’s Choir—Youth ensemble\, directed by Sophie Simard\, and the Celebration Singers and Quarantones\, directed by Denise Marquette. \n\n\n\n According to Nixon Stothert\, who is known for her exuberant\, high-energy directing\, “This evening will be an epic jubilee of choral music in a wide variety of styles.  We are so privileged to have the out-of-town guest choirs joining us.   Both Justin Glibbery and Brian Tate have been teacher-mentors of mine over the past 25-plus years\, and I’m thrilled that they expressed interest in returning to the Valley with their choirs to sing.  The finale\, when all the choirs combine  to sing as an ensemble of more than 200 singers\, is sure to move the hearts and souls of audience members.” \n\n\n\nTickets are $20 in advance at Eventbrite and at the church office; they are  $25 at the door.  Children under 12 are free. You can learn more and get your tickets here.
URL:https://comoxvalleyarts.com/community-calendar-event/choral-musaic-fundraiser-feat-200-voices/
LOCATION:St. Georges United Church\, 505 6th Street\, Courtenay\, BC\, V9N 1M5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Concert
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SUMMARY:Photography Basics for Kids - South Island
DESCRIPTION:Fotorando offers immersive Photography courses for kids\, through Nature Walks in safe and central locations. Currently offering Photography Basics ages 9 to 13 in the West Shore/Langford area. Course is composed of 3 sessions\, over 3 Saturdays. Starts on April 6th 2024. Information and registration on the website!
URL:https://comoxvalleyarts.com/community-calendar-event/photography-basics-for-kids-south-island/
CATEGORIES:Classes / Courses
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SUMMARY:Transparencies: New Support Group for Parents
DESCRIPTION:TRANSPARENCIES: Clear support for parents of trans and nonbinary kids \n\n\n\nThis is a free group for parents or caregivers\, hosted by the Pride Society of the Comox Valley. \n\n\n\nWe will meet once a month in person near downtown Courtenay from 6:15 – 7:45 pm on the following dates: \n\n\n\nJanuary 17\, February 7\, March 6\, April 3\, May 1\, June 5 \n\n\n\nFor more information or to register contact: kerry.kentfield@gmail.com
URL:https://comoxvalleyarts.com/community-calendar-event/transparencies-new-support-group-for-parents/2024-04-03/
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