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Our Living Languages: First People’s Voices in BC
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
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
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 […]
VCAC Instructors Showcase
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 […]
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Gallery Vertigo: Asana Hughes’ The Journey Inward
An opening reception will be held on Thursday, May 9 from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m Light refreshments will be offered. The Journey Inward by Asana Hughes is Influenced by Yoga and Buddhist meditation practices, his Celtic heritage, Pythagorean mathematics, and philosophy. Asana works from a perspective that creativity is inherent to the structure of the universe. By participating, he is participating […]
Powerhouse Theatre: The Exquisite Hour
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 […]
4 events,
Vernon & District Garden Club Plant Sale
Vernon & District Garden Club Plant Sale
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. […]
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Okanagan Symphony Orchestra Brings on Beethoven
Okanagan Symphony Orchestra Brings on Beethoven
The Okanagan Symphony Orchestra wraps up its 2023/2024 season with the majesty, beauty and energy that defines so much of Ludwig van Beethoven’s music: the Egmont Overture, his beloved Symphony No. 7, and the iconic Piano Concerto No. 5 (Emperor), brought to life in the expert hands of Canadian pianist Ian Parker. OSO audience favourite […]
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Belonging: A Reflection on Creative Resistance and Resilience
Belonging: A Reflection on Creative Resistance and Resilience
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 […]
3 events,
Emergence: UBCO Artists
The Vernon Public Art Gallery is pleased to announce the exhibition Emergence, featuring works of artists who have completed their studies at UBC Okanagan’s BFA program in 2024. This exhibition showcases a range of hands-on approaches in research and studio practice, including digital technologies used in contemporary artistic production. The works in this exhibit mark […]
Accidentals: Robert Fee
The Vernon Public Art Gallery is pleased to introduce the exhibition Accidentals by Robert Fee. Accidentals refers to the musical term indicating a temporary shift in a musical composition. At first this temporary change may be a mystery, but there is an underlying meaning: what might have seemed a random change always has a purposeful […]
4 events,
Third Annual North Okanagan Children’s Festival
The 3rd Annual North Okanagan Children’s Festival offers a range of activities for toddlers and school-aged children, such as roving performers, music, interactive play, arts/crafts, workshops, and food trucks. This year's festival features performances by the 360 All Stars and Uzumi Taiko Drummers, as well as various workshops and activities like Baby's First Concert, Nursery […]
6 events,
Museum Speaker Series with Chad Soon
Museum Speaker Series with Chad Soon
Join us for a Speaker Series co-hosted by the Museum & Archives of Vernon and the Okanagan Historical Society. Chad Soon, a local teacher and fourth-generation Chinese Canadian, will be our guest speaker. Recognized by the Vancouver Canucks as a foremost historian on Larry Kwong, Chad is uniquely positioned to shed light on the life of […]
Okanagan Military Tattoo: The Sounds of Celebration
Okanagan Military Tattoo: The Sounds of Celebration
"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 […]