Heather Blush House Concert Aug. 3rd
Another intimate gathering for music lovers in the Ashcroft area, hosted by Creative Cow House Concerts will feature Calgary based singer songwriter and guitarist, Heather Blush on Wednesday August 3rd at 8 pm.
Whether performing solo or with her trio, Heather’s music can be described as somewhere between the “Adult Alternative” styles of Sarah Slean and Sarah Harmer, and old “Ella/Louis-style” vocal jazz/blues. Her voice is often compared to Norah Jones and Maria Muldaur.
With energetic, audience-engaging shows, she is quickly becoming known for songwriting that covers all bases between witty sarcasm and gut wrenching honesty. 2010 started off as a great year, with the trio performing at the Vancouver Winter Olympics, and Heather’s song “I Don’t Believe Me Anymore” being chosen as a finalist in the John Lennon Songwriting Contest.
The location for this summertime concert will be at the Creative Cow Farm House on Barnes Lake Rd. and hopefully be an outdoor affair, weather permitting. For reservations (250) 453-9100 or email creativecow@telus.net.Take a Summer
Kumsheen Rafting offers Live Music
Don’t miss some great live music at the Kumsheen Rafting Resort with Paul Filek on Saturday, August 6th from 8:30pm – 10:30pm. Paul’s current album “Elephant Shoes” is a blend of love ballads like “Falling for You” or “One Love”, good old rock and roll, some Spanish influences in “Elephant Shoes”, some hillbilly and there’s even a childlike innocence to a song or two. Without realizing it, you are tapping your toes, singing along and smiling as your doing it. “I just want to make people happy” Paul says…and with this current album he does exactly that.
With his easy charm, warm voice and catchy songs, there’s a reason he won the Peoples Choice Award at the BCIMA’s. His music is about lovers, love lost, friends, family, having fun and living life. In addition to whitewater rafting, folks can choose from other guided activities such as river kayaking, rock climbing and mountain biking. The resort has a licensed restaurant, furnished cabin tent and teepee accommodations, a large outdoor hot tub and swimming pool. Just 5kms east of Lytton. Phone 1-800-663-6667. www.kumsheen.com
Come and relax at Ashcroft’s Music In The Park
Winding Rivers Arts & Performance Society continues to offer music throughout the summer on Wednesday Aug. 10th, The Masonettes. This local Ashcroft duo of Leslie Alexander and Llynn Kellman offer up some sweet harmonies and a laid back ukulele strummin’ style with a country flair.
The Summer Season Finale is on August 24th with the Bargain Basement Band. Grab your dancin’ shoes and join in on the fun, the local boys are at it again. From old time Rockin’ Roll to the sounds of the 70’s, the Bargain Basement Band will take us into the sunset.
The series is held at Heritage Park Place on Railway Ave in Ashcroft. Bring your favourite lounge chair or a blanket. Concession and public washrooms will be available. Music starts at 7:00pm until 9:00pm. Pass-that-hat donations encouraged. Come early – the park fills up fast! www.windingriversarts.ca
Open your heart to Art
Members of the Ashcroft Arts Club invite the Community to take a stroll downtown at various locations along Railway Ave and locations on 1st to 5th. The 2nd Annual event runs through July & August and features some of the great Artists in town.
Packing House Dinner Concert Performing at The Packing House in Spences Bridge on Friday August 12th from 5:30pm – 10:30pm is Danielle Savage and the Miscreants. Please call us at (250) 458-2256 to make a reservation.
Described as folk-rock and melodramatic-pop, you’re bound to have an evening of great company and entertainment. Check these artists out at www.myspace.com/daniellesavagemusic
Desert Daze steps it up a notch
The 2nd Annual Desert Daze Music Festival takes place in Spences Bridge from August 19th-21st. There will be three days of the best in blues, folk, country & rock in a magnificent desert setting.
Amongst those playing at the Festival; Juno-nominee Romi Mayes & Jay Nowicki from Winnipeg are headlining Friday night’s show and WCMA-nominee, The Dustin Bentall Outfit will be taking the stage as Saturday night headliners. Local favourites Wichita Trip and Richie and the Fendermen will have festival-goers dancing the night away.
There are 20 acts set to perform throughout the 3-day festival in Spences Bridge. The event schedule is jam-packed with incredible musical talent from all genres and includes a guitar workshop, pickling workshop, apple bobbing, seed spitting contests, a beer garden, kids zone and local vendors.
Buy your tickets online now at www.desertdaze.ca. Desert Daze is also currently looking for volunteers and vendors. If interested, please send us an email at info@desertdaze.ca.This event would not be possible without hard-working volunteers and the generous donations of our sponsors.
River Festival call for Performers
8th Annual Lytton River Festival runs Friday, September 2nd to Sunday, September 4th from 8:30am – 11:00pm. Singers, Musicians, Entertainers and Performers of all kinds are encouraged to be apart of the River Festival’s Saturday Talent Show. Call Jo for more details (250) 455-2469
