More than a decade ago, a group of music enthusiasts dreamed of a summer chamber music festival in their community, the pretty village of Madeira Park on B.C.’s Sunshine Coast. They had the venue—a restored government Forestry building housing the Pender Harbour School of Music, surrounded by tall firs, its generous windows overlooking the lively [...]
Linda Sabiston’s photographic work covers a variety of subjects—from landscapes and abstracts to baby and pet portraits. She is however, well known on the Coast for her real estate and architectural photography which showcases some of the best homes and interiors on the Sunshine Coast. This is the second installment of what could possibly be [...]
This year marked the 5th Annual Synchronicity Arts Festival held at Shirley Macey Park in Gibsons, BC. More than 60 musicians took part in the festivities: new MainStage Series, Rainforest Circus, new Workshop Series, thought-provoking installations, the Community Village, local food, Human Jukebox, a “Refreshment” Garden featuring local libations, and more. The darling of the [...]
Yoga on a stand up paddle board? In Tuwanek? I had to try it. Sunshine, gorgeous scenery, balance, and breathing. I’m an on-again/off-again yogi wanabee. Child’s Pose, Downward Dog, and Tree are my favorite poses, and I’m flexible, so it mostly comes easily, but I don’t relax enough. Just breathe enough. Just be. My first [...]
The Roberts Creek Arts Festival (RCAF) is a three-night and two-day, low-impact cultural event spotlighting local and international talent. The two festival days, Saturday and Sunday, along with nighttime ticketed events, are set in eight Roberts Creek studio locations in the woods. More than 100 local and international musicians, visual and performing artists, film makers, [...]
Each year, the Sunshine Coast plays host to a variety of festivals and special events, which reflect the rich and colourful local culture. Home to a high population of artists in a myriad of creative disciplines, and blessed with a natural beauty that inspires innovation and imagination, the Sunshine Coast is a world-class stage for [...]
The Sunshine Coast Jazz and Entertainment Society presents the 19th Annual Gibsons Landing Jazz Festival from June 20 to 22. The Festival weekend is preceded by ‘Jazz Week’, a full week of live music in local restaurants and other venues to promote the talented musicians on the Sunshine Coast. Visit www.coastjazz.com for the full schedule. [...]
Power of Paint is the one of the Sunshine Coast’s largest art exhibitions, held on the same weekend as the Sunshine Coast Festival of the Written Arts and the Hackett Park Summer Arts & Crafts Fair, creating a synergetic artistic weekend in Sechelt. “The Power of Paint exhibition makes a significant contribution to this cultural [...]
In April 2010, Sunshine Coast resident Dianne Whelan traveled to Nepal and Mount Everest Base Camp to direct and shoot her award-winning documentary film, 40 Days at Base Camp. Her personal journey has spawned a new book published by Caitlin Press of halfmoon bay. Base Camp: 40 Days on Everest is a gripping exposé referencing [...]
The works of fibre artists Linda Kemshall, Laura Kemshall and Catherine Nicholls are on exhibit at Fibreworks Gallery in Madeira Park until the 13th of July. Visit www.fibreworksgallery.com for more information.