David Finnis

Traci-Jo Critchlow, left, was the winner in the Summerland Art Gallery’s Banners Reborn competition. Artists from the community repurposed old street banners to create new art. The exhibit was at the gallery earlier this fall. At right is Sue Gibbs of the Summerland Community Arts Council.

Celebrating the music of the season

This Friday we celebrate the 26th Festival of Lights and as a result the festive season has “officially” begun.

Traci-Jo Critchlow, left, was the winner in the Summerland Art Gallery’s Banners Reborn competition. Artists from the community repurposed old street banners to create new art. The exhibit was at the gallery earlier this fall. At right is Sue Gibbs of the Summerland Community Arts Council.
Summerlanders gathered for the 2012 Festival of Lights. This year, the festival will be held on Friday, Nov. 29. It marks the start of the festive season in Summerland.

Festival of Lights to include culture

The upcoming Festival of Lights is one of the cultural attributes of our community.

Summerlanders gathered for the 2012 Festival of Lights. This year, the festival will be held on Friday, Nov. 29. It marks the start of the festive season in Summerland.

Art and music in the Okanagan

As those who took advantage of the Studio Tour earlier this month know we are blessed to live in a community with many talented artists.

Considering the impact of war on art

As we prepare to pause for a minute’s silence on Nov. 11, it is time to reflect on war and its impact on art.

The Contenders, Valdy, left, and Gary Fjellgaard, will perform at Centre Stage Theatre in Summerland on Sunday, Oct. 27. The concert is part of their 13th annual Tour of the Okanagan/Interior.

ARTS PALETTE: Cultural events planned for October

Last weekend was officially designated as Culture Days by the federal government and we are now beginning a month full of cultural events.

The Contenders, Valdy, left, and Gary Fjellgaard, will perform at Centre Stage Theatre in Summerland on Sunday, Oct. 27. The concert is part of their 13th annual Tour of the Okanagan/Interior.

ARTS PALETTE: Talented artists brighten the community

As I mentioned in last week’s column Summerland is fortunate to have a very vibrant cultural community that includes many talented artists.

ARTS PALETTE: Arts organizations back for fall season

One of the wonderful things about September is that many of the organizations which take a break over the summer resume their activities.

Justin Hines performed at Centre Stage Theatre on Saturday evening to raise money for Agur Lake Camp. The concert was part of Hines’ Vehicle of Change tour. All money raised at the various North American concerts is donated to local charities. Hines described Agur Lake Camp as “such an incredible concept with incredible people behind it. I think it is amazing they are providing opportunities for everybody to experience nature, so I am a big fan of what they are doing.”

ARTS PALETTE: Discussion examines culture

You are invited to the Summerland Conversation Café for an evening of lively conversation about the importance of culture to Summerland.

Justin Hines performed at Centre Stage Theatre on Saturday evening to raise money for Agur Lake Camp. The concert was part of Hines’ Vehicle of Change tour. All money raised at the various North American concerts is donated to local charities. Hines described Agur Lake Camp as “such an incredible concept with incredible people behind it. I think it is amazing they are providing opportunities for everybody to experience nature, so I am a big fan of what they are doing.”

ARTS PALETTE: Art Walk shows works by local artists

You have until Aug. 31 to visit all or some of the 38 venues in Summerland that are displaying art by local artists during Art Walk.

Members of the Desert Sage Spinners and Weavers Guild show their exhibit, Crossing Borders, in the Adams Room at the Summerland Art Gallery. The exhibit is a cooperative effort by members of the guild. From left are Betty Barnes, Margie Sylvester, Gail Hunt, Barbara Levant, Donna Arneson, Lydia Baumbrough and Doreen Mayne.

ARTS PALETTE: Concert to benefit Agur Lake camp

The Agur Lake Camp Society presents Justin Hines in Concert with Special Guests Ash and Bloom on Saturday, Aug. 31.

Members of the Desert Sage Spinners and Weavers Guild show their exhibit, Crossing Borders, in the Adams Room at the Summerland Art Gallery. The exhibit is a cooperative effort by members of the guild. From left are Betty Barnes, Margie Sylvester, Gail Hunt, Barbara Levant, Donna Arneson, Lydia Baumbrough and Doreen Mayne.

ARTS PALETTE: New art exhibits open in Summerland

Two new shows open at the Summerland Art Gallery next Thursday, Aug. 15 with a reception from 7 to 9 p.m.

ARTS PALETTE: Strong artistic tradition continues in Summerland

It is inspiring to know that one of Canada’s most prolific writers lived in our community.

ARTS PALETTE: Museum tour shows area geology

The Summerland Museum invites you to join expert geologist Dr. Kathleen Jagger for a journey exploring rock formations of Summerland.

Surrounded by Summerland Credit Union staff and members of the Summerland Singers and Players, Herlinda Burt of the Summerland Credit Union, fifth from left, presents a cheque for $778 to Summerland Singers and Players. The money was raised by Credit Union staff during their quarterly Comfort for a Cause campaign.

ARTS PALETTE: Summer arts courses offered

This year’s Summer Arts Program has a range of fun programs for kids of various ages.

Surrounded by Summerland Credit Union staff and members of the Summerland Singers and Players, Herlinda Burt of the Summerland Credit Union, fifth from left, presents a cheque for $778 to Summerland Singers and Players. The money was raised by Credit Union staff during their quarterly Comfort for a Cause campaign.

ARTS PALETTE: Artist to offer workshops in fall

Winner of the People’s Choice Award at the Summerland Art Club’s annual show was Blue Moon, by Summerland artist Pat Thomson.

ARTS PALETTE: Museum holds summer events

The Summerland Museum would like to invite you to visit them on Canada Day after the flag raising ceremony in Memorial Park.

ARTS PALETTE: Painting added to gallery collection

The Arts Palette is written by David Finnis of upcoming events in and around Summerland

Painting added to gallery collection

The Permanent Art Collection of the Summerland Community Arts Council acquired a painting by local Summerland artist Bill Hibberd.

Musician to perform at Good Omens

A singer-songwriter will include Summerland as a stop in an upcoming tour.

Members of the Summerland School of Dance perform a musical theatre dance of Diamonds are a Girl’s Best Friend during the 2013 concert on Friday evening. From left are Claire Bowyer, Emma Fetterer, Jenna Mercer, Jenayah Lefebvre and Victoria Teo.

Changes on board at Arts Council

At the May board meeting of the Summerland Community Arts Council, Stan Etter stepped down after serving 15 years on the board.

Members of the Summerland School of Dance perform a musical theatre dance of Diamonds are a Girl’s Best Friend during the 2013 concert on Friday evening. From left are Claire Bowyer, Emma Fetterer, Jenna Mercer, Jenayah Lefebvre and Victoria Teo.