Upcoming concerts and events from around the South Okanagan. Western News graphic

Upcoming concerts and events from around the South Okanagan. Western News graphic

TGIF: Penticton and South Okanagan events listings

Live theatre, concerts, events, art exhibits and more from around the South Okanagan

CONCERTS

Sundays – Shades on Main has an acoustic open stage every Sunday from 4 to 8 p.m. in their coffee room. Synchronized by Mat Duffus, there will be a guitar and bass on hand and musician and guest specials.

July 26 — Rock the Sun free summer concerts in Gyro Park returns with Aidan & Mandy, smooth harmonies, heartfelt lyrics and playful guitar. Concert is from 7 to 9 p.m.

July 26 — Live music by Rebel Luv at the Penticton Eagles Club.

July 27 — The Who Knew Band is performing at the Penticton Eagles Club.

July 28 — Aaron Loewen is back at Cannery Brewing for another night of music. Aaron will entertain from 6-8 p.m., no cover charge.

Aug. 1 — Jazz Nights at the 1908 Restaurant and Lounge featuring Yanti and Mell. Concert is from 7 to 9 p.m. Reservations recommended 778-514-5444.

Aug. 2 — Rock the Sun free summer concerts in Gyro Park returns with Beamer Wigley performing classic country. Concert is from 7 to 9 p.m.

Aug. 4 — Cannery Brewing is the place to be as Jeff Piattelli will play from 6-8 p.m. No cover charge.

Aug. 10 — Okanagan Blues Project at the Nest & Nectar from 7 to 9 p.m. Reservations recommended. $15 cover.

Aug. 11 — Ernest Anyway will play at Cannery Brewing from 6-8pm, no cover charge. Enjoy the good things in life, beer, food and live music.

Aug. 16 — Rock the Sun free summer concerts in Gyro Park returns with the Mason Burns Band performing music that takes you back to another time of peace, love and change. Concert is from 7 to 9 p.m.

EVENTS

Until Aug. 29 — Penticton Arts Council presents Pot Pourri, a clay exhibition by the Penticton Potters’ Guild. Opening night is July 25 at 6 p.m. at the Leir House Cultural Centre (220 Manor Park Ave.). Complimentary food and refreshments served.

July 27 — Official book launch of Get in Lin Winstanley! at the Frog City Café at Linden Gardens in Kaleden. Meet the author and artist of the book, which is about the extraordinary life of local woman Betty Winstanley. Event is at 1:30 p.m. RSVP to jpnoseworthy@shaw.ca.

July 27 — Many Hats Theatre Co. presents The Savannah Sipping Society — a comedy by Jessie Jones, Nicholas Hope and Jamie Wooten. Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m. Tickets are $25 for adults, seniors and students are $22. Show is at The Cannery Stage (1475 Fairview Rd.).

July 28 and Aug. 25— Art in the Gardens 2019, presented by the Summerland Ornamental Gardens, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Artists may display and/or sell their work. RSVP by July 15 to events.summerlandgardens@gmail.com if you would like your art displayed.

Aug. 12 — Dominion Radio Astrophysical Observatory invite the public to watch the Perseid meteor shower. Dress warmly and bring a blanket or lawn chair to watch the meteors in comfort. Admission is free. Gates open at 7:15 p.m. Talks presented at 8 p.m. and 8:45 p.m. Planet viewings at 8 p.m. and 10 :30 p.m. By dusk, 9:30 p.m., it should allow for the viewing of the brightest meteors. Telescopes available for public use. Penticton Air Cadets will have a cash only concession. Event concludes at 11 p.m.

Aug. 17 — The Summerland Singers and Players present Murder on the Rails: The Case of the Mondello Crime Family. Based on the success of the one-night-only performance last summer, they are bringing it back with a new script with a combination of staged lines and improvised interaction with the audience.

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