The Pender Harbour Chamber Music Festival opens its series of six classical music concerts on Aug. 18, running until Aug. 21, in the intimate setting of the School of Music in Madeira Park. Artistic director Alexander Tselyakov’s knowledge of chamber music repertoire has once again brought a fresh selection to the stage, including consummate violinist Mark Fewer, among other renowned musicians. Find out more at www.penderharbourmusic.ca or by phoning 604-989-3995.
Power of Paint
Power of Paint, a show of original work from the Eleven Equal Artists, opens this Friday, Aug. 12, and runs until Aug. 14 at the Seaside Centre in Sechelt. Artist Ian MacLeod, one of the Eleven, created some original art cards with the goal of raising money for the Emergency Cold Weather Shelter at St. Hilda’s Church in Sechelt. He’ll be selling the cards at the Power of Paint Exhibition and 100 per cent of the funds will be donated to the S.C. Community Services Society. The opening reception is Friday from 5 to 9 p.m., show runs Saturday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Coffee House
This Friday, Aug. 12, the School of Music Coffee House will host another evening of great entertainment with the Blue Line Trio featuring Dr. Fun. Hear old time acoustic blues, western swing, gypsy jazz, newgrass and classic folk songs. Also appearing is the Robin Atchison/Nelson Giles Duo with a singer/songwriter/guitarist plus harmonica on original folk, blues, country and rock. Coffee and goodies will be sold. Suggested donation at the door is $10 at the School of Music in Madeira Park. The Coffee House is on the second Friday of the month. Doors open at 7 and music is at 7:30 p.m. To perform or for info, call 604-883-9749 or see www.penderharbourmusic.ca
Gunnars art
During the month of August, the Landing Gallery Co-op (436 Marine Drive, Gibsons) is presenting See the Sea, a collaboration between co-op members Nell Burns and Ruth Rodgers, as both artists have created work inspired by the ocean theme in the past. In addition to this show is another exhibit, Perceptions, by Kristjana Gunnars in the Show Room from Aug. 9 to 23. It’s a selection of paintings that highlights the way we see things through tangles and washes of colour with a heightened sense of energy.
Rock out
Playback, the classic rock band, is at the Sechelt Legion on Saturday, Aug. 13 from 8 p.m. to midnight. Dance! Rock out! C’mon! Ten dollars at the door.
This weekend
Festival of the Written Arts is on all weekend in Sechelt. Some author readings are sold out; many are not, and there’s often still a place for you to squeeze in to the 400-plus seating at the Rockwood Pavilion. See www.writersfestival.ca for more information.
The Hackett Park Arts and Crafts Fair sets up in the park in Sechelt from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Aug. 13 and 14 with admission at $3 and $2 for seniors. The S.C. Arts Council benefits from this gathering. Find out more at sunshinecoastartscouncil.com
Flamenco
Direct from Seville, Spain: Fin de Fiesta Flamenco dance and music ensemble presents Audacia, a bold new production that explores the many sides of one of the world’s most passionate and intense art forms: flamenco. They will appear at the Heritage Playhouse in Gibsons on Wednesday, Aug. 17 at 7:30 p.m. Boasting a company of acclaimed international flamenco musicians and starring esteemed Canadian flamenco dancer and choreographer Lia Grainger, Audacia takes audiences on a thrilling journey, from flamenco’s traditional roots to its contemporary forms in an explosion of staccato guitar, haunting flute and percussive footwork. Tickets are $15 to $25 at the door, or in advance at www.findefiestaflamenco.com
Texada art
Texada’s visual artists are an eclectic bunch, equalling the wildness and diversity of the island’s natural surroundings. Sunshine Coast residents are invited to hop across the strait Aug. 13 and 14 for the third biennial Texada Artists Studio Tour (TAST).
More than 20 artists are exhibiting in 14 studios, which are open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. both days of the tour. Admission is free. Genres of work include wood carving, stained glass, painting, pottery, jewelry, soap, textiles, and more. Information about TAST is available at www.texadaart.com. Email [email protected] or call 604-486-0334. A free driver escort service is available from the Blubber Bay ferry terminal on Texada and the Texada Boat Club in Van Anda. Preregister on the website for this service.
Creative at the Gumboot
Creative in the Creek is on Thursday, Aug. 18 with doors opening at 7 p.m., showtime at 7:30, at the Gumboot Café in Roberts Creek. It’s hosted by the versatile David Roche, with guitarist Kevin Broome, Moments of Grace story-tellers Gerry Hills and Micheal Oswald, and Erica Snowlake on the Roberts Creek mandala – plus an appearance by God! All in all, it’s a feast of community creativity from your friends and neighbours. Donations are welcome at the door.
Noon deadline
Send your notice of arts events to [email protected] or 604-886-4692.
