Emergence: UBCO Artists

by Shawna Patenaude | May 6, 2024

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,...

Gallery Vertigo: Asana Hughes’ The Journey Inward

by Shawna Patenaude | May 6, 2024

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...

Okanagan Symphony Orchestra Brings on Beethoven

by Shawna Patenaude | May 6, 2024

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...

Rail Trail Plein Air Event

by Shawna Patenaude | Apr 26, 2024

REGISTER – RAIL TRAIL PLEIN AIR EVENT The 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...

Powerhouse Theatre: The Exquisite Hour

by Shawna Patenaude | Apr 12, 2024

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...