Local Arts

They Ask Me Why I Sing So Loud is Pauline Le Bel’s first book of poetry, with works covering everything from the big bang to arbutus trees, from Eve to ageing, the loss and remembrance of parents and shifting family dynamics.

Seven years ago, after a lifetime of working in fashion, sculpture, motion picture wardrobe, masks, and “wool everything,” Bonnie Campbell took a break from the pressures of deadline-based art.

Standing on a stage carved out of a former storage room, Ross Doytchinov gets stars in his eyes talking about his love of rock music and the taste of stardom he experienced as a young man back in Bulgaria.

For most of us, reading poetry is an uncommon occurrence. Poetry requires a focus and stillness we don’t often afford ourselves.

There are so many people on Bowen who not only love to eat, but love to cook. While some of our foodie friends kindly offer us the opportunity to taste their food by opening up restaurants, there are so many others whose food-lives are unknown to us.

The talented Amber Spitovski has been showing up in all kinds of places on and off Bowen Island with her wonderful music and vibrant personality. I was finally able to catch up with Spitkovski who goes by Amber Mae, and sit down to chat with her.

You may have noticed Raef Grohne driving around Bowen Island in his 1958 Dodge Power Wagon, a car that stands out for its style, age and great condition.

On Tuesday, June 6, at 7 pm come discover the exhilaration of rock balancing and join in the discussions of the inaugural Bowen Island Land Art salon.

If you’re a new parent like me, it’s likely that you’re discovering the world of children’s entertainment little by little and fiercely scouring the Vancouver area for things to do with the wee ones.

Square Dancing is an old-time tradition within settler communities in Western Canada. It’s a beautiful and fun tradition, where neighbours create something together that can’t happen without joining together.