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SUMMARY:Exhibit: Dinosaurs of BC at the Courtenay and District Museum
DESCRIPTION:Dinosaurs of BC\, a travelling exhibit produced by the Royal BC Museum\, is now on display at the Courtenay and District Museum. \nDig into prehistoric British Columbia and get up close and personal with “Buster”\, the Iron Lizard of the Sustut River\, and the other dinosaurs that once roamed the province’s highest peaks\, densest forests and most remote river basins. Through research done by the Royal BC Museum’s palaeontology team\, we’re learning just how many ancient creatures once called these lands home. \nFollow the footsteps of tyrannosaurs and ankylosaurs\, see beautifully preserved marine fossils and meet the BC-born and bred Buster\, our reigning resident ferrisaurus. \nDinosaurs of BC initially debuted at the Royal BC Museum in 2023 and was met with an overwhelmingly positive public response. \n“The Courtenay and District Museum team is thrilled to welcome the Dinosaurs of BC exhibit from the Royal BC Museum\, and to invite the public to discover ”Buster” and other dinosaurs that reflect the diversity of British Columbia’s ancient life. This\, along with the Courtenay and District Museum’s palaeontological holdings\, including the 80-million-year-old elasmosaur\, now British Columbia’s official fossil emblem\, will give visitors a rare and exciting experience in exploring BC’s vast fossil record” says Deborah Griffiths\, Executive Director at the Courtenay Museum.
URL:https://comoxvalleyarts.com/community-calendar-event/exhibit-dinosaurs-of-bc-at-the-courtenay-and-district-museum/
LOCATION:the Courtenay and District Museum\, 207 4th St\, Courtenay\, BC\, COURTENAY\, BC\, V9N 1G7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Exibits
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SUMMARY:CVGBs New Year's Dance Party w/ Drama Queen\, Devours\, & Avro
DESCRIPTION:Local music and art cooperative CVGBs is proudly presenting it’s first ever New Year’s event\, an inclusive dance party featuring three diverse live acts & DJs. Co-headlining will be two acts that have caused multiple long line-ups to see them play at Cumberland’s Woodstove Festival: Vancouver’s Devours\, and Salt Spring Island’s Drama Queen. Opening the show will be a solo set from Denman Island’s Avro.\n\nDrama Queen\, is the lush\, nostalgic\, bejewelled synth-pop band that your pelvis never knew it needed. Reminiscent of Heroes-era Bowie and Kate Bush\, their music will confuse\, delight and alight your feelings and your senses. Give in to the emotional pop-star paradise soundtrack that is Drama Queen. Drama Queen is a synth-wave band\, and the latest invocation from Knick Tomlinson formerly of “Superfeather.” The group consists of Knick on Synthesizer\, Pierre Vincent Forgues on Synthesizers\, Harley Dunn on bass guitar and Ben Frey on Drums. Effortlessly channeling the essence of the past while crafting a sound distinctly their own\, Drama Queen weaves a tapestry of neon melodies and pulsating rhythms. They transcend the ordinary and envelope listeners in a vibrant sonic journey reminiscent of an electrifying ’80s dreamscape dancehall.https://www.instagram.com/drama.queen.band/\n\nDevours (they/them) is the DIY electropunk project of Vancouver-based musician Jeff Cancade. Across four acclaimed underground albums\, including the recent Polaris Prize-longlisted Homecoming Queen\, Devours has written confessional and confrontational electronic music about masculinity\, body image\, gay politics\, and inner-city queer existence. They have toured Canada and the US\, received coverage from Vice\, CBC\, Exclaim\, and the Globe and Mail\, and have performed at festivals such as SXSW\, Treefort Music Fest\, Up Here Festival\, Purple City\, Vancouver Jazz Fest\, and more. Their anticipated fifth record will be released in March 2025.https://www.facebook.com/devoursvancouverhttps://www.instagram.com/devours.ufo/https://linktr.ee/devourshttps://open.spotify.com/artist/1naaQv78Dwzc6iwCNRUWTb…\n\nDenman Island’s is an electronic pop group from Denman Island. Influenced by synthpop\, classic new wave / cold wave\, minimal techno\, and with a pinch of post punk. Their New Year’s eve set will be a solo set of new material from leader Adam Percy.https://www.facebook.com/thisisavrohttps://avromusic.com/https://www.instagram.com/avromusichttps://open.spotify.com/artist/1H85Rkd1aCTHK0vFdZYBBS…\n\nThe CVGBs New Year’s Dance Party will take place at the Comox Valley Curling Centre’s recently renovated Rotary Banquet room\, a growing cultural and community space.\nDJs to be announced!\nProduced with support from Comox Valley Pridehttps://www.facebook.com/comoxvalleypride2016
URL:https://comoxvalleyarts.com/community-calendar-event/cvgbs-new-years-dance-party-w-drama-queen-devours-avro/
LOCATION:Comox Valley Curling Centre\, 4835 Headquarters Road\, Courtenay\, BC\, V9J1P2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Concert
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SUMMARY:Lenses & Layers
DESCRIPTION:The Pearl Ellis Gallery is excited to begin 2025 with Lenses & Layers: Exploring Photography and Digital Art\, an exhibition showcasing the innovative possibilities within digital and photographic mediums. Running from January 7 to February 1\, 2025\, the exhibition features a diverse range of works by talented artists who are redefining the boundaries of creativity and technology. An opening reception will be held on Saturday\, January 11\, from 1:00 to 3:00 pm\, and the public is warmly invited to attend.\nThe exhibition explores how artists use technology to create captivating visual experiences. From imaginative digital creations and conceptual photography to works that merge digital and traditional techniques\, the collection celebrates the vibrant intersection of art and innovation. Visitors will also encounter textile and mixed media pieces that challenge conventional artistic practices.\nLenses & Layers offers a unique opportunity to experience art that pushes boundaries and reimagines what is possible through digital and photographic mediums. Admission is always free\, and all are welcome to visit the gallery Tuesday to Saturday from 10am to 4pm at 1729 Comox Ave. For more information\, visit www.pearlellisgallery.com
URL:https://comoxvalleyarts.com/community-calendar-event/lenses-layers/
LOCATION:Pearl Ellis Gallery\, 1729 Comox Ave\, Comox\, BC\, V9M 3M2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions
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SUMMARY:Adult/Teen Intro To Crochet
DESCRIPTION:Jan 10 – Jan 24 \nReady to get crocheting? You will love this three-class session! This class is for Teens (14+) and Adults! \nStarting with some simple stitch trials\,you will gain experience and confidence in crochet\, and then make this adorable cat plushy! \nLearn to work in rows\, circles and make a granny square! \nAll materials are included\, with a range of colours to choose from. \nYou will be able to bring the project home to work on between classes\, and keep your new crochet hook and yarn!
URL:https://comoxvalleyarts.com/community-calendar-event/adult-teen-intro-to-crochet-2/
LOCATION:#4-420 Fitzgerald Ave.\, Courtenay\, BC\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Inspirational Mandala Art Play
DESCRIPTION:Join Margaret for a relaxed workshop creating your own inspirational mandala to help raise your energy to a new level. \nUncover your inspiration\, wishes and vision for 2025 – and beyond – in this meditative mandala class. Enjoy the art of zen-dooodles and watercolour\, a simple art technique that produces amazing imagery with your story embedded withn it. No art experience needed and all materials provided. \nThe venue is in the studio at Silver Bowerbird Gallery\, home to local west coast artists’ rotating exhibitions. Enter from the back lane of 479 4th St. Downtown Courtenay. Some parking available beside the studio and on Fitzgerald Ave..
URL:https://comoxvalleyarts.com/community-calendar-event/inspirational-mandala-art-play/
LOCATION:Silver Bowerbird Gallery\, Back door 479 4th St.\, Courtenay\, british columbia\, V9N1G9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Classes / Courses
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SUMMARY:Slow Stich Series
DESCRIPTION:Jan 16 – Jan 30 \nIf 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. \nJoin costume maker and artist Lori Kenney for a deep breath and many small stitches. \nThe practical side of this course is one of basic sewing skills many of us are missing\, taking care of our clothes to make our wardrobe last longer. \nThe artistic side of this course will help you add character and understand traditional textile art practices from around the world\, connecting you to the way humans have worked with fibres through history. \nThe meditative elements of this series will help you slow down\, connect to your breathing and the rhythm of stitching. \nTake inspiration from global textile traditions such as Kantha\ntechniques\, mending and darning\, and Japanese Boro\, which focuses on re-purposing old textiles\, re-piecing fabrics and building texture with stitch. Bring awareness to the calming repetition of hand stitch rhythms and discover the simple pleasure of making. \nThere will be time in this class for connection with each other\, and portions of silence and breath. \nThe goal is to leave this series with a set of skills and abilities you can carry with you to calm your heart in times of need. \nPlease bring some worn and loved garments\, as well as any scraps you would like to incorporate.  \nWe will include materials to use\, and have additional supplies available for purchase to bring home. 
URL:https://comoxvalleyarts.com/community-calendar-event/slow-stich-series-2/
LOCATION:#4-420 Fitzgerald Ave.\, Courtenay\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Classes / Courses
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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 capella 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-6/
LOCATION:Artful the Gallery\, 526 Cumberland Rd\, Courtenay\, BC\, V9N 2C7
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