November 12, 2009|
The Carters, now featured at the Gallery @ Artisan Square
 Long time Bowen Islanders, the Carters, have been coming to Bowen since 1945. An exhibit of work created by seven family members, representing three generations, includes landscapes and abstracts, oil paintings, watercolours, acrylics, scratchboard images, photographs and giclee prints. The show runs until November 22.
The Artists: Dick Carter is a professional sign writer, Dick drew and painted throughout his life. He was active in helping create the painting group at Collins Hall. He was the inspiration for many of the family to pursue drawing and painting. (1898 - 1997) Katie Carter took up art after retiring to Bowen. She was instrumental in getting the art group going at Collins Hall. She enjoyed painting and developed a fine style. (1900 - 1996) Ross Carter studied art at the Vancouver school of Art. He drew and painted throughout his life. Well known on Bowen for his painting. Ross was a librarian in the USA and Canada. He ended his career as the Acting President of VancouverCommunity College. He served on the first Bowen council and was active in promoting Bowen as a municipality. (1929 2008) Jim Carter took up drawing and painting on his retirement in 2000. He is currently a member of the Fisherman’s Cove Painting Group. Prior to his current interest in painting, Jim was involved in education and sport leadership. He is currently President of the west Vancouver Historical Society. Stephanie Carter is a professional illustrator with offices on Granville Island. Whe studied at Emily Carr and Capilano College. Her web site, Image Zoo, involves artists from around the world who submit works for distribution. She was influenced by her grandpa, Dick Carter, who, at an early age, taught her some of the basics of drawing. John Carter began painting about seven years ago and focused on creative works without the influence of instruction. He believes instruction can interfere with the creative process. He has been a photographer for 20 years and continues to expand his range of work. Ian Carter began painting three years ago and is evolving a style of his own. He has joined the other Carter painters for sessions of group painting. His work reflects a creative and fresh approach to the canvas.
Open Mic at the Happy Isle Café! It is that time again....second Thursday of the month and we are switching on the mic at 7 p.m.
All singers, poets, story-tellers and performers welcome. Come down and share your tunes and words. Everyone gets at least 7 minutes...maybe more, never less; depends on how many folks approach the mic. Refreshments available from the Happy Isle.
 this Friday 13th the lucky sounds of Teun Schut, Peter Dives and Nelson and Peter Lepine! Soothe your superstitious soul! Come on down and groove with Nelson Lepine on vocals & guitar Peter Lepine on vocals & bass Teun Schut on guitar with Peter Dives on drums Guaranteed to be a feast for the ears! Doors open @ 6 pm for Dinner and Appys Music starts 8-ish Come early for dinner or come late for a night cap!
 Thursday, November 19, 7:30 pm 1131 Howe St Vancouver, BCTrailblazing poet, author, musician and media artist Heather Haley returns to Pacific Cinémathèque for its annual special evening devoted to video poetry (also known as poetry film or cine-poetry), a hybrid creative form that integrates verse with media art visuals produced by a camera or a computer. This year's dynamic and diverse program showcases more than thirty short films and videos from Canada and around the world.
Lantern Making Workshop -
Saturday, November 21, 2009 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. in the gym at BICS. Cost: By
donation. The Chamber of Commerce is
proudly sponsoring a Lantern Making Workshop. All proceeds are being donated to
the Bowen Island Christmas Hamper. Come out and support your
community while spending some quality time with your kids, grandkids, friends,
neighbours or come be creative on your own together with us! This is a
community & family event. Supplies are provided. There will be craft stations
set up, instructions, and people to assist you with the lantern building. This
event is for everyone and anyone! The lanterns are being created
to be utilized in the Bowen Island Chamber of Commerce – Light Up Bowen and
Parade on December 5, 2009 commencing at Artisan Square at 5:45 p.m. See
upcoming issues BITE and Undercurrent for details of the Light Up Bowen event
complete with photos with Santa (appointment needed, call Phoenix
604-947-2793), caroling, Bob Doucet & The Black Sheep, lantern parade,
nativity scene in the Orchard and a special visit from Santa arriving by water
taxi (treats & refreshments available at Doc Morgan’s Pub Patio and local
businesses along parade route). Watch upcoming issues of the BITE for a carol
sheet! For a complete schedule of "Light Up" night... click here We are hoping to make this
year’s parade our most illuminated ever. Please join us! Volunteers are still needed
for the workshop and “Light Up” night, your participation is welcome. Contact: George Zawadzki Bowen Island Chamber of
Commerce 2009 Light Up Bowen and
Lantern Parade Committee VISITING POETS Salon & Reading Saturday, Nov. 21, 2009 Josef & Heather's Place Bowen Island, BC
Gabrielle Everall from Fremantle, Australia Kurt Heintz from Chicago, USA Please email Heather or call (604) 947-9386 or to RSVP Free Admission. Free shuttle to and from the event leaves Snug Cove at 7 PM Verse, the annual screening event Heather Haley hosts and curates for Pacific Cinémathèque in Vancouver, taking place Thursday, Nov. 19 this year. Please come on over to our place on the south side, make them feel welcome, hear their marvelous work, *see* their voices right here on Bowen Island!  Issa
(formerly Jane Siberry) Performs Tuesday, November 24. Jane Siberry (now known as Issa) will appear at Cates Hill
Chapel. She will be performing at 7:30 p.m.   BIMA presents ... Bluegrass concert with Shearwater! The show begins at 7 p.m. on Sunday November 29 at the Gallery @ Artisan Square. Stay tuned for more details. |
The Gallery @ Artisan Square is Open
available for rental.
Friday - Sunday
10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
And by appointment
at other times.
Please call Ann Ramsay,Gallery Coordinator/Curator at 604.947.2454
for more information.
Please call
for more information.
 The BIAC Annual Community Art Show & Sale Gifted 2009
will run Nov. 27-Dec. 27 at the Gallery @ Artisan Square. Local artists are invited to enter work. There is no restriction as to the media or size of artwork. Only original artworks are eligible. One to three pieces per artist may be submitted. All participating artists must be willing to sit the Gallery for one two-hour shift during the show. Art drop off is Sunday, Nov. 23, between 4 p.m. - 6 p.m. The Artists' Reception is Sunday, Nov. 29, from 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. For a registration form, visit the Gallery @ Artisan Square, or contact Ann at gallery@biac.ca. Deadline for Registration: Nov. 21.
The local Spirit of BC Committee is seeking submissions of an official song of Bowen – reflecting its effervescent spirit and joie de vivre! Original lyrics and a catchy melody are sought. The song will inspire us all to raise our voices together, if not in harmony, at least in a shared moment of celebration of the place we call home. It is hoped the song will be sung far and wide on Bowen shores by young and old alike, as a community anthem to be performed at public gatherings. All Bowen Island residents are welcome to enter their compositions. Traditional tunes may be used IF copyright is in the public domain. An honorarium of $750 will be awarded to the winning song. The composer will retain copyright but agree to allow the Bowen Island Municipality to distribute copies of the work for noncommercial purposes only. Submissions must be received no later than December 4. Please forward digital recordings (MP3 preferred) along with written copies of lyrics no later than December 1, 2009 to bowensings@gmail.com, or drop off DVDs and other information at Municipal Hall at 1041 Mount Gardner Road. Recordings should not exceed three minutes in length. Please include full contact information with submissions including name, address, phone number(s) and email address.  Tune In and Tune Up Moves to Gabriola! And it's bigger and better...a full weekend of workshops, concerts and merriment. With guest instructors: Jennifer Scott (Vocal Technique/Vocal Harmony/Vocal Improv), Doug Cox (Slide in D, Fingerstyle Picking, Dobro), Corwin Fox (Mando, Clawhammer banjo, Songwriting), Todd Butler (Flat picking, Performance Skills, Licks & Tricks) and Rene Worst (Beginner bass, Intermediate bass, Music Theory/Jam) it's a dream team of musical talent leading the way for some great magic. Over the course of two days, at the beautiful waterfront gulf island location of Haven-by-the-Sea, we'll kick off the weekend Friday night with a double feature concert (with Corwin Fox and Jennifer Scott & Rene Worst), have 3 workshops Saturday followed by another double feature concert (with Doug Cox and Todd Butler) and still more workshop time Sunday to pick up where we left off the day before. Your fingers may be sore, your voice may be too, but you'll be singing and smiling all the way home...I promise. It's all happening Valentines weekend (hint! hint!) 2010 but there's an early bird registration deadline of January 3rd (what a great Christmas gift!) so act soon. For more info, contact Cindi at Keep Musical Productions. |
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Bowen Island Arts Council (BIAC)
Box 211, Bowen Island, BC V0N 1G0 Tel: 604.947.2454 |
Website: http://www.biac.ca
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