An exhibition of acrylics by Jeff Wilson, 60 Degrees North: Shetland, opens on Feb. 11 at the Gibsons Public Art Gallery and runs through March 6 with an opening reception on Saturday, Feb. 13 from 2 to 4 p.m. In parallel, Arrival, an exhibition of photographs by Nick Westover, is in the Eve Smart Gallery. Wilson writes: “This series of paintings is based on my visual art residency completed in March 2014 at The Booth in Scalloway, Shetland Islands. The subject matter of these works includes animals, landscapes, boats and signage that typify this northern community that has striking similarity to Canada’s own life and landscape north of sixty.” He will give a talk on Saturday, Feb. 20 at 2 p.m.
Arrival by Nick Westover features photographic portraits of refugees, newly settled in Canada, within the context of their new environments and within the wider context of the political constraints and boundaries in which they exist. For further information, phone Michael Aze at 604-886-0531.
Beer and music
The Sunshine Coast Craft Beer Fest is on Saturday, Feb. 6 from 4 to 8 p.m. at Quality Gardens, Pratt Road, Gibsons. There’s an exceptional lineup of music and sampling of suds to whet your palate. This event is a fundraiser for the Sunshine Coast Association for Community Living. Tickets are available online through Eventbrite.
Brain Freeze
Heather Conn will be hosting the Brain Freeze Trivia Night at Roberts Creek Legion this Friday, Feb. 5. The event will start at around 7:30ish (Creek time). If you’ve never been to this event before, it’s a fun way to spend an evening and win money and free beer (if you’re good). Show up and join an existing team, or create one of your own. You need at least three people. It’s $5 per person and the winning team gets to split the pot.
Brazilian film
On Monday, Feb. 8 the SC Film Society presents The Second Mother. A wealthy Brazilian couple have a live-in housekeeper who’s been with them for so long that she practically raised their son. When her estranged daughter comes to stay, she is surprised to learn that her mother doesn’t even live in her own home. This sharply observant film (Brazil’s 2015 Oscar entry) mixes dry humour, aching drama, and stinging social commentary. It shows in Gibsons at the Heritage Playhouse on Feb. 8 at 7:30 p.m. and in Sechelt at the Raven’s Cry Theatre on Feb. 13 at 2 p.m. See www.scfs.ca for more.
Bob night
This year fans are celebrating Bob Marley’s 71st birthday at the 20th annual Bob’s Birthday Bash. The Hoolicans will be joined by the talented Mz Jeevious and DJ Nils on Saturday, Feb. 6. Doors open at 8:30 p.m. Cost is $12 for guests of members, $6 for members at the Roberts Creek Little Legion No. 219. Get up, stand up and get out to this popular event.
Dinner and laughter
There’s a fundraiser for the Pender Harbour Community Hall, this Saturday, Feb. 6 in downtown Madeira Park. A four course buffet dinner by Laverne of Laverne’s Grill in Garden Bay is served at 6 p.m., followed by music and laughter from Jenicahaha, Teal, and Joe Stanton. Tickets are $30 at John Henry’s, IGA Madeira Park, Copper Sky and Palmeros in Sechelt, or reserve at [email protected]
Les Liaisons
Capilano University’s Theatre Department and Exit 22 Productions proudly present the infamous classic Les Liaisons Dangereuses. Sophia Ballantyne, an acting student who grew up on the Sunshine Coast, has a lead role in this seductive tale. Her character is not nice, Ballantyne says – the character is the puppeteer of the whole show who uses sex and love to manipulate. At age 22, Ballantyne has had to stretch her life experiences to fill the role: “It’s a large task to get myself in her mindset, but I’m grateful for the challenge.” Ballantyne’s dad, Timothy Webber, better known for his role as Cece Cooper in CBC’s Arctic Air, has had a long career in the business and has been a great support to her. Directed by Gillian Barber and performed by theatre students, Les Liaisons Dangereuses opens Feb. 10 at 8 p.m. at Capilano University, North Vancouver campus and runs to Feb. 13. Tickets are at tickets.capilanou.ca or call 604-990-7810.
Coffee House
Pender Harbour Music Society Coffee House at the School of Music takes off Friday Feb. 12 with doors opening at 7 and music at 7:30 p.m. This month it’s Sh-Boom, everyone’s favourite guy group with oldies, jazz tunes and fun. Also performing are Anagram, the jazz group of Anna Lumiere, Graham Ord and friends. Coffee and goodies will be sold and it’s a $10 suggested donation at the door. To perform or for information, call 604-883-9749 or see www.penderharbourmusic.ca
Creativity Café
Creativity Café starts Friday, Feb. 12 at the Arts Building, South Fletcher, Gibsons. Stop by for five weeks of creative brainstorming and breakthroughs. Information and registration can be found at www.artsbuilding.org
House concert
A house concert in Roberts Creek on Feb. 13 at 7 p.m. features Jennifer Hayes (vocals), Jodi Proznick (bass) and Steve Giltrow (guitar). It’s an evening of vocal jazz (swing, bossas, ballads), blues and originals with outstanding musicians, engaging music, an intimate setting, shared goodies and an opportunity to mingle with the musicians following the concert. Contact Frank Henning for $20 tickets at [email protected] or 604-740-0963.
Family dance
All ages are welcome to a family dance and PAC fundraiser at the Roberts Creek Elementary school on Saturday, Feb. 13 from 5 to 9 p.m. Tickets are $10 per adult, $5 per child with $30 immediate family maximum. Please pre-purchase tickets so they know how much food to make. Tickets are available at the RC Elementary office. DJ little d is on deck to play tunes about love. Dinner, snacks and non-alcoholic beverages will be available. From 5 to 6 p.m. is geared toward younger children.
Valentine’s dance
The Christian Life Assembly (CLA) is sponsoring a Syrian refugee family and will hold a fundraising Valentine’s dance on Saturday, Feb. 13 featuring music by the Creek Big Band. The dance runs 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. at Christian Life Assembly, 730 School Road, Gibsons. Tickets are at CLA and Laedeli Gift Shop in Sunnycrest Mall. This is a non-alcohol event.
Noon deadline
Send your notice of arts events by Tuesday at noon for Friday’s newspaper to [email protected] or phone 604-886-4692. Be sure to include a contact phone number or email in your notice.
