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The Kelowna Art Gallery is one again pleased to host the eighth annual REEL ROOTs exhibition showcasing modern forms of Indigenous storytelling through the portal of transferring and sharing oral Indigenous culture and Knowledge.
The REEL ROOTs Indigenous Media Art Exhibition of 2010 will be buzzing again with excitement through the screening and exhibition of works in partnership with the Kelowna Art Gallery. An opening reception is scheduled for 7 pm on Wednesday, May 26, and the exhibition will continue until July 18, 2010.
For almost a decade this successful grassroots Indigenous cultural event has built community dialogue, artist networking opportunities which form new friendships, and partnerships by the sharing of food and culture. The rich cultural history of Canadaís first peoples will be the focus of this event. By expressing their stories through their voices using modern tools, the independent media student works will help to dispel myths and misconceptions about Indigenous media arts.
REEL ROOTs 2010 showcases indigenous artistic traditions being explored by the indigenous media arts sector. Films by artists of Metis, Cree, Haida, Syilx, Haida, Tilícho, Dehcho and Secwepemc nations will be featured. The Eníowkin Centre, Ullus Collective and the Kelowna Art Gallery invite other partners in the Okanagan to share these stories as they relate to the past, present and future of the First Nations Peoples of Canada exhibited as a legacy for all Canadians to enjoy in spring and summer of 2010.
This exhibition runs from May 27 to July 18, 2010.
The Kelowna Art Gallery, located at 1315 Water Street is open Tuesday to Saturday from 10 am to 5 pm, Thursday until 9 pm, Sundays from 1 pm to 4 pm, Mondays 1 pm to 4 pm (July & August). Admission to the gallery is $5 for individuals, $4 for students and seniors, or $10 for a family. FREE admission on Thursdays from 3 - 9 pm.
The REEL ROOTs Indigenous Media Art Exhibition of 2010 will be buzzing again with excitement through the screening and exhibition of works in partnership with the Kelowna Art Gallery. An opening reception is scheduled for 7 pm on Wednesday, May 26, and the exhibition will continue until July 18, 2010.
For almost a decade this successful grassroots Indigenous cultural event has built community dialogue, artist networking opportunities which form new friendships, and partnerships by the sharing of food and culture. The rich cultural history of Canadaís first peoples will be the focus of this event. By expressing their stories through their voices using modern tools, the independent media student works will help to dispel myths and misconceptions about Indigenous media arts.
REEL ROOTs 2010 showcases indigenous artistic traditions being explored by the indigenous media arts sector. Films by artists of Metis, Cree, Haida, Syilx, Haida, Tilícho, Dehcho and Secwepemc nations will be featured. The Eníowkin Centre, Ullus Collective and the Kelowna Art Gallery invite other partners in the Okanagan to share these stories as they relate to the past, present and future of the First Nations Peoples of Canada exhibited as a legacy for all Canadians to enjoy in spring and summer of 2010.
This exhibition runs from May 27 to July 18, 2010.
The Kelowna Art Gallery, located at 1315 Water Street is open Tuesday to Saturday from 10 am to 5 pm, Thursday until 9 pm, Sundays from 1 pm to 4 pm, Mondays 1 pm to 4 pm (July & August). Admission to the gallery is $5 for individuals, $4 for students and seniors, or $10 for a family. FREE admission on Thursdays from 3 - 9 pm.
19 May 2010
Art In Action: Inside Out
The Kelowna Art Gallery is pleased to host our 24th annual Art in Action exhibition. This exhibition, on display in the Front Project Space, features approximately 125 works of art created by students in Kelownaís public and private high schools.
Art in Action: Inside Out is a celebration of the creativity and artist talent of local youth. Each year, high-school students are asked to explore their imagination, creating their own creative visions of life through painting, sculpture, printmaking, drawing, and photography.
Art in Action not only highlights the exemplary art activities taking place in local classrooms, but is also meant to give students an increased sense of pride in their work, while providing a valuable learning experience. Art in Action is one of our highlight community exhibitions at the Kelowna Art Gallery, as it is always fascinating to see the thoughts and ideas of our youth.
The Kelowna Art Gallery, located at 1315 Water Street is open Tuesday to Saturday from 10 am to 5 pm, Thursday until 9 pm, Sundays from 1 pm to 4 pm, closed Mondays. Admission to the gallery is $5 for individuals, $4 for students and seniors or $10 for a family. FREE admission on Thursdays from 3 ñ 9 pm. www.kelownaartgallery.com
16 Apr 2010
Benefit concert helps to improve the lives of women and children in the Okanagan
GET JAZZED
Tuesday, April 27, 2010
Kelowna Community Theatre | 7.30 pm
GET JAZZED with JackОe Guillou and Robert Fine in a benefit concert for NOW CANADA at the Kelowna Community Theatre on Tuesday, April 27.
>From jazzy tunes and classic favourites, music from the Great American Song Book will entertain audiences in an evening of live vocal performances.
Fine’s crooner style has wowed audiences with his interpretations of old blues eyes, while Guillou’s vintage vocals has won her the CBC Galaxie Rising Star Award at the 2009 Vancouver International Jazz Festival.
A benefit concert for NOW Canada, proceeds from GET JAZZED will go towards restoring the Alexandra Gardner Women and Children Safe Centre (AG House) in Kelowna. “The AG House is accessed by women and children who are working towards overcoming mental health challenges; are struggling with addictions or fleeing abuse,” explains Liz Talbott, Executive Director of NOW Canada. “There are also others who have been displaced, lost their jobs, have no way of making ends meet and require assistance to get back on their feet. This 20-bed shelter is a non-judgmental environment, offering clean beds, nutritious meals, clothing and referrals to various community supports,” she explains. Since opening its doors in 2002, the AG House has operated at full capacity and serviced nearly 5,000 women and children.
For Katherine Kopec, the AG House transformed her life. Living with physical abuse and addiction for more than half her life she explains, “The AG House gave me trust and hope, neither of which I had before. It’s a beautiful place. The support and staff believed in me and because of them, I regained my dignity”. Surviving a volatile relationship of physical and mental abuse, violence and addiction, Kopec is a survivor and a success story of how the AG House changed her life. ”It’s the gift that keeps on giving,” she says.
For Guillou, she’s returning to Kelowna to perform this benefit concert and explains, "I firmly believe that everyone deserves a second chance, especially the women and children that are being reintegrated back into society with the help of the programs and housing provided by NOW Canada. As a part-time Kelowna resident I like to work within the community itself and with organizations that people aren't generally aware of. There any many unfortunate issues and problems that women and children face from day to day, and these are taking place in all neighbourhoods. Luckily for some, they have a chance to change this, to improve or seek comfort whatever they need to lead a better life. I think it's amazing that NOW Canada can provide support, and I would like to personally bring an awareness of this much needed program for all women and children who need help and assistance in changing their lives for the better," she says.
GET JAZZED is a collaboration between JackОe Guillou and Robert Fine. Performing traditional classics made popular by legendary vocalists Frank Sinatra, Sarah Vaughan, Peggy Lee and Carmen McRae with a selection of fresh new original pieces. The concert will entertain and help improve the quality of life for homeless women and children in the Okanagan.
Tickets for GET JAZZED are available at Select Your Tickets by calling 250.762.5050 or visit selectyourtickets.com.
Tuesday, April 27, 2010
Kelowna Community Theatre | 7.30 pm
GET JAZZED with JackОe Guillou and Robert Fine in a benefit concert for NOW CANADA at the Kelowna Community Theatre on Tuesday, April 27.
>From jazzy tunes and classic favourites, music from the Great American Song Book will entertain audiences in an evening of live vocal performances.
Fine’s crooner style has wowed audiences with his interpretations of old blues eyes, while Guillou’s vintage vocals has won her the CBC Galaxie Rising Star Award at the 2009 Vancouver International Jazz Festival.
A benefit concert for NOW Canada, proceeds from GET JAZZED will go towards restoring the Alexandra Gardner Women and Children Safe Centre (AG House) in Kelowna. “The AG House is accessed by women and children who are working towards overcoming mental health challenges; are struggling with addictions or fleeing abuse,” explains Liz Talbott, Executive Director of NOW Canada. “There are also others who have been displaced, lost their jobs, have no way of making ends meet and require assistance to get back on their feet. This 20-bed shelter is a non-judgmental environment, offering clean beds, nutritious meals, clothing and referrals to various community supports,” she explains. Since opening its doors in 2002, the AG House has operated at full capacity and serviced nearly 5,000 women and children.
For Katherine Kopec, the AG House transformed her life. Living with physical abuse and addiction for more than half her life she explains, “The AG House gave me trust and hope, neither of which I had before. It’s a beautiful place. The support and staff believed in me and because of them, I regained my dignity”. Surviving a volatile relationship of physical and mental abuse, violence and addiction, Kopec is a survivor and a success story of how the AG House changed her life. ”It’s the gift that keeps on giving,” she says.
For Guillou, she’s returning to Kelowna to perform this benefit concert and explains, "I firmly believe that everyone deserves a second chance, especially the women and children that are being reintegrated back into society with the help of the programs and housing provided by NOW Canada. As a part-time Kelowna resident I like to work within the community itself and with organizations that people aren't generally aware of. There any many unfortunate issues and problems that women and children face from day to day, and these are taking place in all neighbourhoods. Luckily for some, they have a chance to change this, to improve or seek comfort whatever they need to lead a better life. I think it's amazing that NOW Canada can provide support, and I would like to personally bring an awareness of this much needed program for all women and children who need help and assistance in changing their lives for the better," she says.
GET JAZZED is a collaboration between JackОe Guillou and Robert Fine. Performing traditional classics made popular by legendary vocalists Frank Sinatra, Sarah Vaughan, Peggy Lee and Carmen McRae with a selection of fresh new original pieces. The concert will entertain and help improve the quality of life for homeless women and children in the Okanagan.
Tickets for GET JAZZED are available at Select Your Tickets by calling 250.762.5050 or visit selectyourtickets.com.
13 Apr 2010
Woodhaven Eco Art Project
A unique artistic endeavor is officially underway in Woodhaven Nature Conservancy Regional Park.
It’s called the Woodhaven Eco Art Project and is being facilitated by UBC Okanagan Creative Writing professor Nancy Holmes in collaboration with local artist Lori Mairs.
From April 17 - October 31, 2010, local artists and students, including musicians and performers, writers, sculptors and other visual artists will create multiple works of art in the park and in response to the park. You are invited to attend the opening ceremony on Saturday, April 17 at 2 PM.
On Saturday, you’ll experience many unique experiences. Creative Writing students have created downloadable MP3 files for Woodhaven Audio Walks. There will also be collectable Woodhaven Trading Cards and strange little ‘zines’ to flip through - poems that people can read as they stroll along a path. There’s even a fridge magnet type log poem that people can use to create their own poetry. Professors Virginie Magnat and Aleksandra Dulic and Kenneth Newby will be organizing performers and music throughout the park between 2 and 3 PM.
Throughout the year, there will be special guided walks, performances and events and a short film about the art projects and people involved will be created to document the project. Visitors to Woodhaven may find a new ‘natural object’ installation, a new poem or an interesting sculpture. Each visit could find a new sample of artistic expression, generated from the inspiration of each participating artist.
Regional District Chair Robert Hobson says, “Our Board supports this unique endeavor because it is sensitive to the stewardship and history involved with Woodhaven, which was protected thanks to the vision and environmental activism of Joan and Jim Burbridge. Hopefully, this history and the wonderful natural surroundings of Woodhaven will inspire the participating artists and we look forward to their creative expressions. Our Regional Parks encourage people to leave only gentle footprints. As that forms the focus of this art project ‘that nothing will be left behind’, Woodhaven is the perfect location.”
You can keep up to date with what’s going on by:
- going to the website: http://www.woodhaven.ok.ubc.ca/
- becoming a friend on Facebook at “Woodhaven Project”
- reading Lori Mairs’ blog at http://blogs.ubc.ca/woodhaven/
The Woodhaven Eco Art Project is funded by the Hampton Fund at the University of British Columbia and is supported by the Regional District of Central Okanagan.
It’s called the Woodhaven Eco Art Project and is being facilitated by UBC Okanagan Creative Writing professor Nancy Holmes in collaboration with local artist Lori Mairs.
From April 17 - October 31, 2010, local artists and students, including musicians and performers, writers, sculptors and other visual artists will create multiple works of art in the park and in response to the park. You are invited to attend the opening ceremony on Saturday, April 17 at 2 PM.
On Saturday, you’ll experience many unique experiences. Creative Writing students have created downloadable MP3 files for Woodhaven Audio Walks. There will also be collectable Woodhaven Trading Cards and strange little ‘zines’ to flip through - poems that people can read as they stroll along a path. There’s even a fridge magnet type log poem that people can use to create their own poetry. Professors Virginie Magnat and Aleksandra Dulic and Kenneth Newby will be organizing performers and music throughout the park between 2 and 3 PM.
Throughout the year, there will be special guided walks, performances and events and a short film about the art projects and people involved will be created to document the project. Visitors to Woodhaven may find a new ‘natural object’ installation, a new poem or an interesting sculpture. Each visit could find a new sample of artistic expression, generated from the inspiration of each participating artist.
Regional District Chair Robert Hobson says, “Our Board supports this unique endeavor because it is sensitive to the stewardship and history involved with Woodhaven, which was protected thanks to the vision and environmental activism of Joan and Jim Burbridge. Hopefully, this history and the wonderful natural surroundings of Woodhaven will inspire the participating artists and we look forward to their creative expressions. Our Regional Parks encourage people to leave only gentle footprints. As that forms the focus of this art project ‘that nothing will be left behind’, Woodhaven is the perfect location.”
You can keep up to date with what’s going on by:
- going to the website: http://www.woodhaven.ok.ubc.ca/
- becoming a friend on Facebook at “Woodhaven Project”
- reading Lori Mairs’ blog at http://blogs.ubc.ca/woodhaven/
The Woodhaven Eco Art Project is funded by the Hampton Fund at the University of British Columbia and is supported by the Regional District of Central Okanagan.
13 Apr 2010
Theatre Kelowna Society presents "Distracted"
by Lisa Loomer directed by Linda Beaven
"Distracted" is a new comedy about a family with ADD. The child (Jesse) is the one that is diagnosed with ADD, but the whole family, and the entire community that they live in suffer from it.
The play is from the mother's perspective, molding the world around her in order to tell her story. At times she loses control of her own story, and at others she is distracted by the technology of everyday life--Instant Messaging, Cell Phones, CNN, Google, Zappos.com and Ritalin can definitely take a toll on a family. Come join us on her journey to do right by her child.
Cast:
Mama: Allison McFarlane
Dad: Andrew Glass
Jesse: Konar Sanderson
Dr. Savala/Waitress/Carolyn: Deborah Ward
Mrs. Holly/Dr. Waller/Nurse: Debby Helf
DR. Broder/Dr. Jinks/Dr. Karnes: Roger Ward
Sherry: Trina Glass
Vera: Aletha Currie
Natalie: Sarah Macfarlane
Okanagan College Theatre
1000 KLO Rd.
Evenings 8PM May 6, 7, 8, & 12, 13, 14.
Special Mother's Day Matinee: Sunday May 9th at 2PM
TICKETS
http://www.selectyourtickets.com 250-762-5050
Prospera Place Box Office & at the door
Adult $20; Senior $18; Student $10 (plus service charge)
10% discount for groups 10+
warning: adult content and language
info: http://www.theatrekelowna.org
250-862-8673
"Distracted" is a new comedy about a family with ADD. The child (Jesse) is the one that is diagnosed with ADD, but the whole family, and the entire community that they live in suffer from it.
The play is from the mother's perspective, molding the world around her in order to tell her story. At times she loses control of her own story, and at others she is distracted by the technology of everyday life--Instant Messaging, Cell Phones, CNN, Google, Zappos.com and Ritalin can definitely take a toll on a family. Come join us on her journey to do right by her child.
Cast:
Mama: Allison McFarlane
Dad: Andrew Glass
Jesse: Konar Sanderson
Dr. Savala/Waitress/Carolyn: Deborah Ward
Mrs. Holly/Dr. Waller/Nurse: Debby Helf
DR. Broder/Dr. Jinks/Dr. Karnes: Roger Ward
Sherry: Trina Glass
Vera: Aletha Currie
Natalie: Sarah Macfarlane
Okanagan College Theatre
1000 KLO Rd.
Evenings 8PM May 6, 7, 8, & 12, 13, 14.
Special Mother's Day Matinee: Sunday May 9th at 2PM
TICKETS
http://www.selectyourtickets.com 250-762-5050
Prospera Place Box Office & at the door
Adult $20; Senior $18; Student $10 (plus service charge)
10% discount for groups 10+
warning: adult content and language
info: http://www.theatrekelowna.org
250-862-8673
10 Apr 2010
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