Local Arts

Over a dozen wordsmiths are participating in the NaNoWriMo challenge by gathering every day throughout November to make headway on multifarious manuscripts. 

Novel set in Paris a departure from everyday life, says CaroleAnn Leishman

A longtime Sunshine Coast resident and member of the women’s acapella barbershop community contributed to a gold-medal finish at the Sweet Adelines International Competition in Louisville, Kentucky on Nov. 3.

Multimedia artist Simon Haiduk plans to present Metta Grove, an experiential performance with roots in guided meditation, psychedelic sensations, and community connections at the Roberts Creek Community Hall on December 16. 

Ruth Rodgers writes about pioneering female journalists

Exhibition flows from artist’s journey down the Columbia River in skin-on-frame kayak

At Liz de Beer’s Klaywerk Studio and Gallery, a two-minute drive from the Langdale ferry terminal, kiln-fired pottery tells a story of cultural fusion.

A longstanding artist cooperative will draw to a close at the end of this month, as four members of the Landing Artists bid farewell to the influential movement through a poignant showcase of distinctive works. 

Also, pianist Charles Richard-Hamelin at the Raven's Cry, folk legend Roy Forbes plays in Pender and film society presents 'I'm Your Man'

Dutch jazz musicians Ineke Vandoorn and Marc van Vugt make one last stop in their concert tour of Canada, Friday at High Beam Dreams in Gibsons.