The Birds and the Bees by Mark Crawford

Vernon and District Performing Arts Centre 3800 - 33rd Street, Vernon, British Columbia, Canada

Sarah, a turkey farmer, has split up with her husband and moved in with her mom, Gail, a beekeeper. Add in Earl, the flirty neighbour, and Ben, an eager young graduate student, and you have the perfect breeding ground for unlikely attractions. Set in adjoining bedrooms, The Birds & the Bees is a Canadian comedy about love, lust, beekeeping, and the artificial insemination of turkeys.

“What could be better therapy than an old-fashioned, knee-slapping, rip-roaring sex comedy?” —The Vancouver Sun

Audience Advisory: general sauciness, strong language, sexual content and some nudity.

$30 – $45

The Birds and the Bees by Mark Crawford

Vernon and District Performing Arts Centre 3800 - 33rd Street, Vernon, British Columbia, Canada

Sarah, a turkey farmer, has split up with her husband and moved in with her mom, Gail, a beekeeper. Add in Earl, the flirty neighbour, and Ben, an eager young graduate student, and you have the perfect breeding ground for unlikely attractions. Set in adjoining bedrooms, The Birds & the Bees is a Canadian comedy about love, lust, beekeeping, and the artificial insemination of turkeys.

“What could be better therapy than an old-fashioned, knee-slapping, rip-roaring sex comedy?” —The Vancouver Sun

Audience Advisory: general sauciness, strong language, sexual content and some nudity.

$30 – $45

Finger Eleven – Greatest Hits North American Tour

Vernon and District Performing Arts Centre 3800 - 33rd Street, Vernon, British Columbia, Canada

Finger Eleven, the alternative rock band from Ontario and one of the best-selling Canadian bands of all time, have released a series of consecutive hit albums and become among the greatest live bands to ever emerge from the great White North.

$64 – $69

Finger Eleven – Greatest Hits North American Tour

Vernon and District Performing Arts Centre 3800 - 33rd Street, Vernon, British Columbia, Canada

Finger Eleven, the alternative rock band from Ontario and one of the best-selling Canadian bands of all time, have released a series of consecutive hit albums and become among the greatest live bands to ever emerge from the great White North.

$64 – $69

The Debaters Live on Tour Holiday Special

Vernon and District Performing Arts Centre 3800 - 33rd Street, Vernon, British Columbia, Canada

The Debaters Live on Tour is the comedy stage show where comics go toe to toe in a battle of laughs and logic and the audience picks the winner. Award-winning comedian and host, Steve Patterson brings two of Canada’s top headlining stand-up comics, Katie-Ellen Humphries and Graham Clark, to venues across Canada to delight crowds with an exhilarating exchange of facts and funny.

But that’s not all. Before Steve launches into the debate portion, The Debaters Live on Tour gets the holiday hilarity rolling with segments of smart stand-up comedy from all three of these world-class comics.

The Debaters Live on Tour Holiday Special features two debates in the format familiar to fans of the popular radio show The Debaters. Program creator and tour producer, Richard Side, is excited to present this extraordinary line-up that will deliver the festive fun and leave audiences debating their favourite punch-lines.

Audience Advisory: Due to the spontaneous nature of live performances, some language may be inappropriate for younger audience members. This is not a CBC production and will not be broadcast.

$45 – $49

The Debaters Live on Tour Holiday Special

Vernon and District Performing Arts Centre 3800 - 33rd Street, Vernon, British Columbia, Canada

The Debaters Live on Tour is the comedy stage show where comics go toe to toe in a battle of laughs and logic and the audience picks the winner. Award-winning comedian and host, Steve Patterson brings two of Canada’s top headlining stand-up comics, Katie-Ellen Humphries and Graham Clark, to venues across Canada to delight crowds with an exhilarating exchange of facts and funny.

But that’s not all. Before Steve launches into the debate portion, The Debaters Live on Tour gets the holiday hilarity rolling with segments of smart stand-up comedy from all three of these world-class comics.

The Debaters Live on Tour Holiday Special features two debates in the format familiar to fans of the popular radio show The Debaters. Program creator and tour producer, Richard Side, is excited to present this extraordinary line-up that will deliver the festive fun and leave audiences debating their favourite punch-lines.

Audience Advisory: Due to the spontaneous nature of live performances, some language may be inappropriate for younger audience members. This is not a CBC production and will not be broadcast.

$45 – $49

Mini Artists

Vernon Public Art Gallery 3228 31st Avenue, Vernon, British Columbia, Canada

Join us on the last Friday of every month for a diverse exploration of art-making materials and art processes through age-appropriate art activities. We invite parents and guardians to bring their little ones under the age of 5 to explore art-making with non-toxic materials in this fun and social program that encourages creative self-expression while developing fine and gross motor skills and sensory awareness. Make sure you dress for the mess as all are invited to join in on the fun! Parents must accompany children for the duration of the session and admission is by donation.

December 15 10:00 - 11:00 AM
Mackie Lake House Decorating
We will begin our session with a tour of the exhibition by our most recent artist-in-residence at Mackie Lake House. After our tour, we will decorate houses!

Mini Artists

Vernon Public Art Gallery 3228 31st Avenue, Vernon, British Columbia, Canada

Join us on the last Friday of every month for a diverse exploration of art-making materials and art processes through age-appropriate art activities. We invite parents and guardians to bring their little ones under the age of 5 to explore art-making with non-toxic materials in this fun and social program that encourages creative self-expression while developing fine and gross motor skills and sensory awareness. Make sure you dress for the mess as all are invited to join in on the fun! Parents must accompany children for the duration of the session and admission is by donation.

December 15 10:00 - 11:00 AM
Mackie Lake House Decorating
We will begin our session with a tour of the exhibition by our most recent artist-in-residence at Mackie Lake House. After our tour, we will decorate houses!

VPAG Crit Club

Vernon Public Art Gallery 3228 31st Avenue, Vernon, British Columbia, Canada

Vernon Critique Club is a high school after school program committed to create a safe and caring environment for students to share their artwork with their peers.

Each third Thursday of the month, students will bring in a piece of art that is in process or complete, and receive a open discussion critique on their work by the group. Each critique session will also have a guest host who works within the art industry to speak about their experiences and offer their own critiques of the students artworks.

VPAG Crit Club

Vernon Public Art Gallery 3228 31st Avenue, Vernon, British Columbia, Canada

Vernon Critique Club is a high school after school program committed to create a safe and caring environment for students to share their artwork with their peers.

Each third Thursday of the month, students will bring in a piece of art that is in process or complete, and receive a open discussion critique on their work by the group. Each critique session will also have a guest host who works within the art industry to speak about their experiences and offer their own critiques of the students artworks.

Soar High Gala

Prestige Vernon Lodge & Conference Centre 3914 - 32nd Street, Vernon, British Columbia, Canada

Soar into the New Year at the Allan Brooks Nature Centre's "Soar High Gala" Join us for an unforgettable New Year's Eve celebration amidst the splendor of nature and luxury at the Prestige Vernon Lodge and Conference Centre. Immerse yourself in an enchanting evening of elegance, entertainment, and exploration as we bid farewell to the old and welcome the new.

Highlights of the Evening

Live Music & Dancing: Groove to the rhythm of live music, and dance your way into the midnight hour. Exquisite Dining: Indulge in a gourmet culinary experience crafted to tantalize your taste buds. Champagne Toast: Raise your glass for a sparkling champagne toast as we countdown to a new beginning.

$150

Soar High Gala

Prestige Vernon Lodge & Conference Centre 3914 - 32nd Street, Vernon, British Columbia, Canada

Soar into the New Year at the Allan Brooks Nature Centre's "Soar High Gala" Join us for an unforgettable New Year's Eve celebration amidst the splendor of nature and luxury at the Prestige Vernon Lodge and Conference Centre. Immerse yourself in an enchanting evening of elegance, entertainment, and exploration as we bid farewell to the old and welcome the new.

Highlights of the Evening

Live Music & Dancing: Groove to the rhythm of live music, and dance your way into the midnight hour. Exquisite Dining: Indulge in a gourmet culinary experience crafted to tantalize your taste buds. Champagne Toast: Raise your glass for a sparkling champagne toast as we countdown to a new beginning.

$150