Local Arts

Painting in the great outdoors or plein air painting, as it is called, is more than just landscape art at picturesque locations. It's about capturing the immediacy of the moment, according to Grantham's Landing artist Jan Poynter.

For the second year, residents in the Sechelt area will be able to enjoy a program of fine Canadian and international films without having to drive to Gibsons.

The crowd that packed the Gibsons Heritage Playhouse on Aug.

"Play Me a Rock 'n' Roll Song" -Valdy is coming back to Sechelt.

Music in the Landing presents its final weekend of live music in Gibsons Landing starting tonight (Friday) from 7 to 8 p.m. in the gazebo on the wharf.

On Saturday, Aug.

You may know her as the creative face painter often found at the Sechelt Thursday Night Market or the friendly voice answering the phone and supporting many initiatives at St. John's United.

The carnival came to Shirley Macey Park last weekend - but this fun fair was without the bright lights, fuzzy toys and cotton candy.

Studio 201 is having an art show this weekend featuring new work from Nancy Hache, Ann Willsie and Jackie Buddle. The opening reception is this Friday, Aug. 23, from 6 to 9 p.m. All are welcome at #201 - 287 Gower Point Rd.

The first piece performed at the opening concert of the ninth annual Pender Harbour Chamber Music Festival did not live up to its title.