“Still Moving” is the title of our next art exhibit beginning Oct. 20 at the Rollin Art Centre. This exhibit will showcase the works of Meaghan Stouck and Marilyn Ridsdale. Stop by the gallery Sat. Oct. 24 from 1-3 p.m., enjoy some refreshments and a chance to meet these wonderful artists. ‘Still Moving’ runs until Nov. 14.
Turning 50 for history
The Alberni District Historical Society is marking its own past, celebrating a golden anniversary on Thursday, Oct. 15. Members and friends are invited to a commemorative tea that afternoon, from 2—4 p.m at the A.V. Museum.
Everyone is welcome to share stories, test their knowledge of local history and, of course, to enjoy the birthday cake. If you have an item, a photo or a special memory from 1965 (perhaps it was the year you were married?) Please bring it along. The society, founded in 1965 as the A.D. Museum and Historical Society, operates the community archives.
Pumpkin time at the Rollin
Mark your calendars for Saturday, Oct. 31 as the Rollin Art Centre prepares for its second annual Halloween family event. Enjoy a day of old fashion jack-o-lantern carving under a big tent at the Rollin Art Centre. There will be lots of pumpkins to choose from and only $5 to register for each pumpkin. Some carving tools will be on hand for people who don’t bring their own. If you can’t make the day of carving, we will encourage you to take home your pumpkin, but don’t forget to bring it back for the light up and possibly win a ribbon in your age group.
Carving takes place from 11 a.m. until 4 p.m. at the Rollin Art Centre, and then at 4 p.m. we will transform the gardens into a maze of lit jack-o-lanterns.
We encourage everyone to begin their evening of trick or treating at the Rollin Art Centre and vote on their favourite carved pumpkin before headin out trick or treating. Votes cost $2 each and people may vote as many times as they like; proceeds will go towards BC Children’s Hospital.
There will be six Categories available, for ages: 4-6 yr. olds, 7-10 yr. olds, 11-13 yr. olds, 14-17 yr. olds, adults and groups. Ribbons will be awarded to winners. Please come in costume, trick-or-treat in the gallery and stroll the gardens.
Fall in love at DRAW
Fall in Love with Art is the current group exhibit at DRAW, until Nov. 27. The gallery is open Thursdays and Fridays from 12–5 p.m. as well as by appointment.
Featured artists are Lucas Chickite, Cecil Dawson, Pamela Holl Hunt, Ann McIvor, Todd Robinson and Michael H. Wright. The exhibit also includes works created by the participants at the third annual Alberni Paint Out. For more information, please go online to www.drawgallery.com or call 250-724-2056.
Mistletoe Market returns
The Rollin Art centre will be bringing back Mistletoe Market at the gallery this year from Dec. 1-23. If you are interested in displaying your art or crafts please contact us at 250-724-3412.
Solstice fest in the works
We have an exciting new arts festival in the works for June 2016. Our Solstice Arts Festival will be held Father’s day weekend, Friday, June 17, Saturday, June 18 and Sunday, June 19. We are teaming up with the Days with the Arts, Portal Players, Art Rave and Art Matters, to bring all sorts of art, entertainment and culture jam packed in this fun family event.
If you are interested in participating and would like to rent a table and be a part of an inspiring weekend of arts, please call the Rollin Art Centre at 250-724-3412.
Melissa Martin is the Arts Administrator for the Community Arts Council, at the Rollin Art Centre.
