Rail Trail Plein Air Event
Okanagan Rail TrailThe Arts Council of the North Okanagan presents The Rail Trail Plein Air Event – Sunday, June 9th, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Paint outdoors & explore nature with your brush in hand! Starting at KM 0 of the beautiful Okanagan Rail Trail in Vernon and extending into Lake Country, artists will explore the trail and seek out a spot to paint for the day. This event is free and open to all ages and abilities.
Museum & Archives of Greater Vernon Annual General Meeting
Museum & Archives of Vernon 3009 32nd Avenue, Vernon, British Columbia, CanadaPlease join the Museum & Archives of Greater Vernon for the Society’s Annual General Meeting on Tuesday, June 11, 2024 from 6:30-7:30 PM PST. The purpose of the AGM is to give members a report on our society’s activities and finances for the previous year, and to formally elect board members to serve for the […]
VPAG Crit Club
Vernon Public Art Gallery 3228 31st Avenue, Vernon, British Columbia, CanadaCrit Club is a workshop and critique program dedicated to supporting high school students in their artistic pursuits and development. Each session will begin with a presentation by an established guest artist. Following the presentation, the guest artist will lead a workshop inspired by their practice. After the workshop, students are invited to share their […]
Cole Bradley – Music at Mackie
Mackie Lake House 7804 Kidston Rd, Coldstream, British Columbia, CanadaFor Cole Bradley, life’s always been about summer. It’s where he’s had his first brush with true love and his toughest of heartbreaks. His summer anthems like, ‘Way I Drink” and “Back On A Beach”, tell the stories of lived experiences and rowdy nights out with friends that stick with you forever. Bradley’s music is […]
National Indigenous Peoples Day & Summer Solstice
Allan Brooks Nature Centre 250 Allan Brooks Way, Vernon, British Columbia, CanadaCelebrate the Summer Solstice and National Indigenous Peoples Day at the Allan Brooks Nature Centre. Join us for a vibrant celebration of the Summer Solstice, presented in partnership with Silver Star Rotary. This special event falls on National Indigenous Peoples Day, offering a unique opportunity to honour the changing seasons and Indigenous traditions. Special Guest […]
Greater Vernon Museum Speaker Series with David Riach
Museum & Archives of Vernon 3009 32nd Avenue, Vernon, British Columbia, CanadaThe Museum & Archives of Vernon and the Vernon Branch of the Okanagan Historical Society are excited to announce the second event in their Hometown Histories Speaker Series with Winnipeg-based aviation researcher Dr. David Riach for a virtual presentation. Dr. Riach will explore the life and legacy of Bill McCluskey (1891-1935), one of British Columbia’s most […]
Opening for Auction Preview at the VPAG
Vernon Public Art Gallery 3228 31st Avenue, Vernon, British Columbia, CanadaJoin us on June 26th for the Opening Reception of the Midsummer’s Eve of the Arts auction preview! The VPAG invites the community to attend this reception to preview the spectacular pieces that will be available for auction at the Midsummer’s Eve of the Arts. Light bites and drinks will be served and entry is […]
VPAG – Mini Artists
Vernon Public Art Gallery 3228 31st Avenue, Vernon, British Columbia, CanadaJoin us for the next VPAG Mini Artists session on June 28 from 10:00-11:00am! This month we will be viewing Emergence, an exhibition by UBC-O graduating BFA students. We will then make multimedia sunflowers using seeds, paint, and other materials! We invite parents and guardians to bring their little ones under the age of 5 […]
VPAG – Family Saturdays
Vernon Public Art Gallery 3228 31st Avenue, Vernon, British Columbia, CanadaJoin us at the VPAG for our next Family Saturday, on June 29 from 1:00-3:30pm. We will begin our session by viewing Robert Fee’s exhibition, Accidentals. Robert Fee’s work uses a collage approach to inform the composition and idea generation in his paintings. Inspired by the exhibition, we will be painting and collaging. Join us […]
VPAG- Midsummer’s Eve of the Arts
Paddlewheel Park 7813 Okanagan Landing Road, Vernon, BC, CanadaThe Vernon Public Art Gallery’s most anticipated event of the summer is back for the 38th year! The 38th annual art auction: Midsummer’s Eve of the Arts takes place at the stunning Paddlewheel Hall this year, on July 17th, 2024. The event will feature a collection of curated artwork generously donated by local artists, […]
Caetani Summer Music Festival
Caetani Centre 3401 Pleasant Valley Road, Vernon, British Columbia, CanadaMark your calendars for the annual Caetani Summer Music Festival. The event is back bigger and better than ever, with two days of live music, food and fun, July 19th and 20th. July 19th will be a Friday Night Dance Party with Okanagan favourite, Cod Gone Wild, in one of their last live performances, and Vancouver […]
Teddy Bear Tea at Mackie Lake House
Mackie Lake House 7804 Kidston Rd, Coldstream, British Columbia, CanadaJoin us for a family-friendly teddy bear tea party at Mackie Lake House! Enjoy sandwiches, ‘tea,’ and desserts. Stick around for story time and a walk to Fulton Forest. Parents, accompany your children with a ticket. Stuffed animals only—our local deer don’t appreciate dogs. Late July event; dress accordingly and bring sunscreen.