Our Living Languages: First People’s Voices in BC

Vernon Museum & Archives 3009 32nd Avenue, Vernon, British Columbia, Canada

Learn what First Nations communities throughout the province are doing to help 34 different languages survive and flourish, in Our Living Languages: First Peoples’ Voices in BC, a beautifully designed exhibition from the Royal BC Museum and First Peoples’ Cultural Council that celebrates the resilience and diversity of Indigenous languages in the face of change.
 
Through interactive stations, video and audio, the exhibit provides visitors with the opportunity to learn more about the history of disrupted languages in BC, the complexity of these languages, and the people–and entire communities–that are working tirelessly to document and revitalize them.

Our Living Languages: First People’s Voices in BC

Vernon Museum & Archives 3009 32nd Avenue, Vernon, British Columbia, Canada

Learn what First Nations communities throughout the province are doing to help 34 different languages survive and flourish, in Our Living Languages: First Peoples’ Voices in BC, a beautifully designed exhibition from the Royal BC Museum and First Peoples’ Cultural Council that celebrates the resilience and diversity of Indigenous languages in the face of change.
 
Through interactive stations, video and audio, the exhibit provides visitors with the opportunity to learn more about the history of disrupted languages in BC, the complexity of these languages, and the people–and entire communities–that are working tirelessly to document and revitalize them.

There Must Be Life: Ulrich J. Wolff

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

The Vernon Public Art Gallery is pleased to introduce the exhibition titled There Must Be Life produced by Ulrich J. Wolff, March 14 to May 15, 2024. Based in Karlsruhe, Germany, the artist and educator is known for his vast range of images including natural and urban landscapes, architecture, bodies of water, fields, forests, and […]

By donation

VCAC Instructors Showcase

Vernon Community Arts Centre 2704A Highway 6, Vernon, British Columbia, Canada

Experience the creativity and talent of VCAC’s instructors at the “VCAC Instructors Showcase!” This Exhibit is a vibrant tribute to the artistic prowess of our community, celebrating the diverse talents of VCAC’s Instructors. Explore their boundless creativity, from paint to paper, clay to glass, and everything in between. Don’t miss this showcase that invites you to celebrate […]

Free

Powerhouse Theatre: The Exquisite Hour

Powerhouse Theatre 2901 35th Avenue, Vernon, British Columbia, Canada

Powerhouse Theatre’s final production of the 2023-2024 season opens on May 1 and promises to provide audiences with all of the warmth and delight of an early evening in late summer. The Exquisite Hour, written by Edmonton playwright Stewart Lemoine and directed by Tanya Laing Gahr, is a sweet ode to bygone days when the […]

$15 – $35

Vernon & District Garden Club Plant Sale

Home Hardware - Home Building Centre 4601 27th Street, Vernon, BC, Canada

Perennials, tomatoes, succulents, and more, grown by Vernon & District Garden Club members, will be for sale at this annual fundraiser. Master Gardeners will be in attendance to answer gardening questions. Come check it out on Saturday, May 11, 8 am-11 am at Home Hardware Home Building Centre parking lot - 4601 27th Street, Vernon. […]

Belonging: A Reflection on Creative Resistance and Resilience

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

In our community, oppression, discrimination, and racism persist, motivating local creators to use art as a way to understand and express their personal experiences. Vernon and District Immigrant and Community Services Society invites you to join us May 16th for a special evening at the Vernon and District Performing Arts Centre, where we'll honour these […]

Free

Okanagan Military Tattoo: The Sounds of Celebration

Kal Tire Place 3445 43rd Ave, Vernon, BC, Canada

"Sounds of Celebration" is a monumental spectacle that unites the world through the universal languages of music and dance. This extraordinary event is a vibrant showcase of festive energy that transcends borders, generations, and backgrounds. With a focus on festive music and boundless energy, this event is designed to bring people of all ages together […]

$40 – $60