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To Saturday, March 12
Arctic Sojourn, an exhibition of work by Nicola Tibbetts, featuring painted observations of Iqaluit and Cape Dorset, at the Deer Lake Gallery, 6584 Deer Lake Ave., open Tuesday to Saturday noon to 4 p.m. Info: www.burnabyartscouncil.org.
To Sunday, March 27
New Acquisitions, an exhibition showcasing recently acquired works at the Burnaby Art Gallery, 6344 Deer Lake Ave., representing local, national and international artists, both historical and contemporary. Info: www.burnabyartgallery.ca, or 604-297-4422.
To Sunday, March 27
Art Squared, an exhibition of work by the New West Artists group, at the Gallery at Queens Park, presented by the Arts Council of New Westminster. Opening reception March 2, 6 to 8 p.m. Gallery open Wednesdays 1 to 8 p.m., Thursday to Sunday 1 to 5 p.m. Info: www.artscouncilnewwest.org.
To Thursday, March 31
Arts Council of New Westminster’s satellite gallery at Vancity uptown branch features the work of Susan L. Greig. Info: 604-525-3244 or [email protected].
There Goes the Train, an exhibition of work by Christy Frisken, featuring chalk pastels and charcoal, at the Plaskett Gallery at Massey Theatre, open 1 to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday or by appointment. Info: www.masseytheatre.com.
To Saturday, April 16
Greenlinks 2016: Celebrating the Urban Garden, featuring nature photography by Wendy Schmidt and semi-abstract paintings by Lauren Morris, on at the Amelia Douglas Gallery, fourth floor north, Douglas College, 700 Royal Ave. Gallery open Monday to Friday 10 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., Saturday 11 a.m. to 4p.m., closed Sunday. Free. Info: 604-527-5723.
To Saturday, April 30
Arts Council of New Westminster’s satellite gallery at the Seniors Services Society features the work of Tony Durke. Info: 604-525-3244 or [email protected].
To Sunday, May 1
Take Care: New Work by Hannah Bennett, an exhibition of woodcuts by the printmaker, underway at the Bob Prittie (Metrotown) branch of Burnaby Public Library, 6100 Willingdon Ave., an off-site exhibition by Burnaby Art Gallery. Info: www.burnabyartgallery.ca.
To Monday, May 2
From the Collection: The Rainbow Show, featuring work by B.C. artists who have referenced rainbows in their work in a variety of ways, with work from the City of Burnaby’s permanent art collection, underway at the McGill branch of Burnaby Public Library, 4595 Albert St., a presentation of the Burnaby Art Gallery’s off-site exhibition program. Info: www.burnabyartgallery.ca.
To Friday, May 6
Takao Tanabe, Sumie: Ink Brush Paintings circa 1959-1960, a new exhibition at the Nikkei National Museum and Cultural Centre, 6688 Southoaks Cres., Burnaby, with calligraphy workshop on Saturday, Feb. 27 from 2 to 4 p.m. Curator’s tour, by Sherri Kajiwara, coming April 16 at 2 p.m. Sumie workshop on Saturday, April 30, 2 to 4 p.m. Info: www.nikkeiplace.org.
Wednesday, March 9
New Westminster Cultural Roundtable meets from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Gallery in Queen’s Park, free, open to all interested in bringing the community together through the arts. Register at www.artscouncilnewwest.org/new-westminster-cultural-roundtable/
Thursday, March 10 and Friday, March 11
4000 Miles, the Arts Club on Tour production of Amy Herzog’s award-winning drama, 8 p.m., tickets.shadboltcentre.com or 604-205-3000.
Thursday, March 10
Artovations, presented by the Arts Council of New Westminster, 100 Braid Street Studios and the New Westminster Chamber of Commerce, with artist April Lacheur speaking on Getting Your Art Out There, 7 to 8:30 p.m. at 100 Braid St Studios. Info: www.artscouncilnewwest.org, or register through www.100braidststudios.com through the Classes page.
Spoken Ink, the Burnaby Writers’ Society’s reading night, featuring poet Trisha Cull, 8 p.m. at Wings Pub and Grill, 6879 Kingsway, Burnaby. Info: www.burnabywritersnews.blospot.com or [email protected].
Saturday, March 12
Canadian singer-songwriter Jann Arden performs at Massey Theatre, 735 Eighth Ave., New Westminster, 7:30 p.m. Tickets $78.50 plus service charges, 604-521-5050 or ticketsnw.ca.
Irish Wakers perform a pre-St. Patrick’s Day concert at Queens Avenue United Church, 529 Queens Ave., with a repertoire of traditional Irish tunes, starting at 7:30 p.m. Concert is performed bistro-style in the gym, with refreshments. Info: www.queensavenue.org or 604-522-1606.
Continuum Dance Company, with special guests, in performance at the Shadbolt Centre for the Arts Studio Theatre, 8 p.m. Cost: $12. Info: www.shadboltcentre.com.
Vancouver Metropolitan Orchestra performs at the Michael J. Fox Theatre, 7373 MacPherson Ave., 7:30 p.m., with violin soloist Tamaki Kawakubo and conductor Ken Hsieh. Program includes Beethoven’s Violin Concerto and Brahms’ Symphony No. 4. Tickets $30, or $25 for students and seniors. See www.vmocanada.com.
Sunday, March 13
In the BAG, a free family drop-in program at Burnaby Art Gallery, giving folks of all ages a chance to check out the current exhibition and then get into the studio to make their own art. This month’s theme: Paint Resist. Runs 1 to 4 p.m. at the gallery, 6344 Deer Lake Ave. Info: www.burnabyartgallery.ca or 604-297-4422.
Youth in Motion dance company, with special guests, in performance at the Shadbolt Centre for the Arts Studio Theatre, 8 p.m. Cost: $12. Info: www.shadboltcentre.com.
Wednesday, March 16
Writing With Cold Feet, a workshop at Bonsor Recreation Complex, 7 to 9 p.m., $30, www.burnaby.ca.
Friday, March 18
Urban Alchemy, the best of urban dance onstage at Michael J. Fox Theatr,e 7373 MacPherson Ave., Burnaby, doors at 7:30 p.m., show at 8 p.m. Tickets and info: www.urbanalchemy.ca.
Saturday, March 19 to Saturday, April 9
Luminescence, a group exhibition at Deer Lake Gallery, 6584 Deer Lake Ave., presented by the Burnaby Arts Council, with works exploring light in two and three dimensions, in celebration of the spring equinox. Opening reception March 19, 7 to 9 p.m., with lantern workshop by Naomi Singer and music by violinist Nicole Scoffield. Gallery hours: Tuesday to Saturday, noon to 4 p.m. Info: www.burnabyartscouncil.org.
Sunday, March 20
Canadian Hip Hop Championship, Vancouver regionals, onstage at Michael J. Fox Theatre, 7373 MacPherson Ave., Burnaby, with junior, varsity, adult and MegaCrew divisions, 7 to 10 p.m. Tickets $35 online, $45 at the door, see www.blueprintdance.com.
Wednesday, March 23
How to Write and Publish Your eBook, a workshop at Bonsor Recreation Complex, 7 to 9 p.m., $30, www.burnaby.ca.
Thursday, March 24
Douglas College ensembles perform as part of the free Arts at One concert series in the Laura C. Muir Performing Arts Theatre, fourth floor north, Douglas College, 700 Royal Ave., 1 p.m.
A Little Lunch Music, featuring the roots-pop duo Winsome Kind, with buffet lunch from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and concert (free) from noon to 1 p.m. Lunch $12, in Encores Café at Shadbolt Centre for the Arts. Info: www.shadboltcentre.com or 604-291-6864.
Sunday, March 27
ArtsToGo, a workshop presented by the Arts Council of New Westminster at the Easter in the Park celebrations at Queen’s Park, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Info: www.artscouncilnewwest.org.
Monday, March 28
Remember, an Atom Egoyan film starring Christopher Plummer, showing as part of the Last Mondays at the Movies series at Massey Theatre, 735 Eighth Ave., New Westminster, $10, or $8 for students/seniors, cash only at the door. Info: www.artscouncilnewwest.org.
Thursday, March 31
Student showcase concert, part of the free Arts at One concert series in the Laura C. Muir Performing Arts Theatre, fourth floor north, Douglas College, 700 Royal Ave., 1 p.m.
Friday, April 1 to Sunday, April 3
Foots for Art, a spring exhibition and sale by the Burnaby Artists Guild, with work by featured artist Elena Surayeva and guild members in a variety of styles and mediums. Artists on hand, demonstrations will be offered. Runs Friday, 7 to 10 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Shadbolt Centre for the Arts, 6450 Deer Lake Ave., Info: www.burnabyartistsguild.com.
Saturday, April 2
The Music of Nat King Cole, performed by DonStewart, at 7:30 p.m. at Queens Avenue United Church, 529 Queens Ave. Tickets $20, seniors/students $15, children $10. Info: www.queensavenue.org or 604-522-1606.
Artist talk, 2 p.m. at the Deer Lake Art Gallery, 6584 Deer Lake Ave., featuring Judson Beaumont as part of the Luminescence exhibition. Info: www.burnabyartscouncil.org.
Sunday, April 3
ArtsToGo, a workshop presented by the Arts Council of New Westminster, noon to 3 p.m. at Royal City Centre. Info: www.artscouncilnewwest.org.
Thursday, April 7
Student showcase concert, part of the free Arts at One concert series in the Laura C. Muir Performing Arts Theatre, fourth floor north, Douglas College, 700 Royal Ave., 1 p.m.
Friday, April 8
Carol Welsman, internationally acclaimed jazz singer and pianist, performs at 8 p.m. at the Shadbolt Centre for the Arts, 6450 Deer Lake Ave. Tickets $25 to $35. Info: www.shadboltcentre.com
Saturday, April 9
Into the Light, a spring concert by the Amabilis Singers with guest violinist Andrea Siradze, 8 p.m. at New Westminster Christian Reformed Church, 8255 13th Ave., Burnaby, $20 (free for children under 11). Tickets available at the door or by calling 604-503-2074.
Tuesday, April 12
Culture Chats, a neighbourhood intercultural book club, meets 6 to 8 p.m. at the McGill branch of Burnaby Public Library, 4595 Albert St. Info: Fiona, [email protected] or www.facebook.com/culturechatsburnabybookclub.
Saturday, April 30
West Coast Symphony performs with violinist Nancy DiNovo as part of the Music at Queens concert series at Queens Avenue United Church, 529 Queens Ave. Program features Korngold Violin Concerto and Brahms’ Symphony No. 4. By donation. Info: www.queensavenue.org.
Sunday, May 8
ArtsToGo, a workshop presented by the Arts Council of New Westminster, noon to 3 p.m. at Royal City Centre. Info: www.artscouncilnewwest.org.
Sunday, May 15
Vancouver Men’s Chorus performs at 7:30 p.m. at Queens Avenue United Church, 529 Queens Ave., as part of the Music at Queens concert series. Tickets $20 regular, $15 students/seniors, $10 children. Info: www.queensavenue.org or 604-522-1606.
Tuesday, May 17
Culture Chats, a neighbourhood intercultural book club, meets 6 to 8 p.m. at the McGill branch of Burnaby Public Library, 4595 Albert St. Info: Fiona, [email protected] or www.facebook.com/culturechatsburnabybookclub.
Sunday, June 5
ArtsToGo, a workshop presented by the Arts Council of New Westminster, noon to 3 p.m. at Royal City Centre. Info: www.artscouncilnewwest.org.
ONGOING
New Westminster Cultural Crawl seeks volunteers, artists and venues for the 13th annual event, taking place this summer on Aug. 13 and 14. Info: www.newwestculturalcrawl.com or info@newwestculturalcrawl. Deadline: March 31.
Camp Kerry Community Choir, a non-traditional choir intended to create an inclusive community for those dealing with illness, loss and grief, invites members for its spring (May 5 to June 23) session, Thursdays from 4:30 to 6 p.m. at Douglas College, 700 Royal Ave. Register at www.campkerry.org or call 604-553-4663.
A you a mom? Are you a crafter? New West Craft is calling for mom makers and artisans to take part in the next Made by Mom Market, coming April 2 to River Market, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., featuring kids’ items, baby items, jewelry, fashion, arts, toys, gifts and more. Info: [email protected].
Writers called, to enter the Royal City Literary Arts Society’s 2016 Write On! Contest, with fiction, non-fiction and poetry categories. Prose submissions no more than 1,500 words; poems no more than one single-spaced page. Prize money available for three winners in each category, plus three honourable mentions in each category. Fees are $10 per submission for members or $20 non-members. For full guidelines see www.rclas.com. Deadline to submit is April 1; winners will be announced April 15.
Burnaby Art Gallery seeks people with a passion for art who are outgoing and friendly, to lead school tours through exhibitions in the gallery. A minimum of one day per week availability during daytime hours is required. Extensive training and orientation is provided. If interested, apply online at www.myvolunteerpage.com or call 604-297-4414.
Arts Council of New Westminster seeks volunteers to help promote the arts in the community. Positions and programs include ArtsToGo, New West Craft, social media team, finance and fundraising, marketing and media, membership and volunteer committee, office assistants, research assistants and more. See www.artscouncilnewwest.org/membership/volunteer/ for details and an online application form.
Emerging contemporary visual artists aged 17 to 24 are invited to take part in The Living Archive, a project of the New Westminster Museum and Archives at Anvil Centre. Led by lead artist Cindy Mochizuki, artists will work collaboratively to present an exhibition inspired by the museum’s collection. Deadline to apply is March 27. Full details at www.tinyurl.com/LivingArchiveNW.
Bonsor Singin’ Seniors, a four-part harmony choir based in the Bonsor Recreation Centre, needs a volunteer accompanist. Choir rehearses from September through June, Fridays from 1 to 3 p.m., and performs several concerts and seniors’ care centres in December and May/June. If you can help, call Christine Leston at 604-516-0277 or email [email protected].
Newcomers’ Choirmeets Wednesdays from 3:30 to 5 p.m. Open to everyone interested in improving their English-language or music skills, with an emphasis on multiculturalism and diversity. Free. See www.miusc.ca, or, for more, call 604-781-4704.
Enjoy singing? Burnaby Pacemakers Choiris looking for sopranos and altos. Music is light and varied. Choir rehearses on Tuesdays, 7 to 9 p.m. at Gordon Presbyterian Church, 7457 Edmonds St., Burnaby, 604-298-4843 or 604-434-9737.
Dance for Fun’s Swing and Country Club, Wednesdays from 6:30 to 11 p.m. at Sapperton Pensioners Hall, with music and lessons, plus snack bar. Enjoy the whole evening, including lesson, for $12, or dance only for $5. Email [email protected] or call 778-709-8880 for information, or see www.meetup.com/Dance-For-Fun-Vancouver-Social-Dancing-Meetup/ for details.
Got arty kids in the house? Anvil Centre, 777 Columbia St., New Westminster, offers a variety of hands-on art, music and other programs for kids. See www.anvilcentre.com to download a new brochure.
Email entertainment listings to [email protected].
