Summer in the Shuswap, I love our relaxed attitude.
When the temperatures rise, opportunities to get outside and enjoy our beautiful community increase; Wednesday on the Wharf, Ross Street Plaza lunchbox and jazz stage, upcoming Roots and Blues Festival and so much more.
Listening to the music last at Wednesday on the Wharf made me reflect on how much we have in the way of the arts here in Salmon Arm. We have numerous talented local musicians and are entertained by many differing styles of concerts at our recreation centre.
We have published writers in our midst. In May, The Shuswap Association of Writers, hosts their annual Word on the Lake Writers Festival attended by a number of esteemed and aspiring writers.
This year Dianna Gabaldon, author of the Outlander series, was the key note speaker.
Think of our SAGA Art Gallery featuring a multitude of our local painters and artists. SAGA hosts a variety of art shows each year along with programs for children and adults. SAGA’s latest creation is the community art project at the Ross Street Plaza stage.
The mosaic, produced with the help of our community, is a masterpiece which will be enjoyed by everyone for years to come. A big thank you to Tracey and Eric, the SAGA board of directors and countless volunteers for making this project a reality.
Then our Shuswap Theatre, what a tremendous asset! Their productions have thrilled and entertained us for more than 30 years.
Their amazing dedication to the performing arts in our community is appreciated with sold-out performances year round.
Diversity of the arts adds vitality and a sense of place to our community. Their value cannot be counted in dollars and cents but rather in the beauty and enjoyment they contribute to our Salmon Arm lifestyle.
– Nancy Cooper is the mayor of the City of Salmon Arm.
