November 27, 2009|
It is with heavy hearts that we share the news of the passing of our friend and colleague, Jan Wells. A beloved wife of Jerry, mother to William, Jan was an active member of our community, and a talented artist. She was a highly valued member of many local groups including a director of the Board of the Bowen Island Arts Council, a member of our gallery committee, a member of the Arts Pacific Co-op and a huge supporter of the arts on the island. Her warmth and kindness, vibrant spirit and inspiring energy, even as she courageously faced her illness, was a gift to all who knew her. We send our love to her family, and we will hold Jan in our hearts for a very long time to come. A memorial service will be held for Jan on Sunday, December 13 at 2 p.m. a the Little Red Church on Bowen Island.
 presents
----------------------FRIDAY NIGHT---------------------- Bowen’s very own multi-talented Recording Artist
Julie Vik will be performing songs from her new and past albums plus some new material as well.
With special guests...a night not to be missed.
----------------------SATURDAY NIGHT---------------------- Bowen's own party band
Deer in the Headlights
Come on out and dance! Bring your dancing shoes, guaranteed good time!
Good Food, Good Music & Good Fun
COME ON OUT AND SUPPORT LIVE MUSIC ON BOWEN!
The Happy Isle Cafe & Bistro
103-105 996 Dorman Road, Bowen Island, BC Phone: (604)947-2140
Please call for reservations
 Come walk, run, jingle or prance! 2.5 km or 5km Saturday Nov 28, 9am Meet in the meadow next to Bihora paddock All proceeds to the Bowen Island Christmas Hamper Registration at Bowen Island Recreation office or Positively Fit studio $15.00 individual or $40.00 family Cheques made payable to Bowen Island Municipality Hot Cocoa and prizes! If you can’t make it out… feel free to donate. ESTATE ART SALE On Saturday, November 28, from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. 1252 Eagle's Nest Road, a unique Estate Art Sale will take place of Ceramic Art Pieces by well known ceramic artist Ron Tribe and framed and unframed mixed media paintings by Ursul Aman-Tribe. A great opportunity to acquire significant art!   Julia & Angela of Phoenix invite everyone to the Bowen launch of Michael Nicoll Yahgulanaas¹s new Haida Manga book Red on Saturday, November 28, from 3 p.m. - 5 p.m., at the Happy Isle Café.The National Post writes: “Adapted from a Haida legend Yahgulanaas heard growing up, Red
tells the story of a young man obsessed with revenge against the raider
who kidnapped his younger sister. More memorable then the story,
however, is the art. Yahgulanaas blends these two distinct styles
together into something wholly original.” Published by Douglas & McIntyre, the hardcover book features 120 pages, including 108 colour illustrations by the local artist and author.
 BI Film Society presentsAdoration Collins Hall 7:30 p.m. Canadian filmmaker Atom Egoyan has spent most of his career exploring themes of identity and perception, and he returns to this territory again in ADORATION. For his French-class assignment, a high school student weaves his family history in a news story involving terrorism, and goes on to invite an Internet audience in on the resulting controversy. "A complex and thought-provoking work, Atom Egoyan's Adoration works well as both mystery and engaging drama." Rotten Tomatoes
Gifted at the Gallery @ Artisan Square Artists' Reception 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Everyone Welcome!
Craft Fair at the Legion
10 a.m. - 4 p.m. featuring work by local artists and CAWES serving lunch! Bowen's Biggest Indoor Garage Sale
BICS Gym, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. This is a fundraiser for BICS Parents Advisory Committee  BIMA presents ... Bluegrass concert with Shearwater! The show begins at 7 p.m. on Sunday November 29 at the Gallery @ Artisan Square.
Mad Mabel Book Launch Mad Mabel’s Christmas, a uber-popular play written by David Cameron of Kingbaby Productions is coming out in book form. Published by AIM Language Learning and gorgeously illustrated by Bowen’s own Adrien Deggan, it is the story of an “eccentric homeless woman who teaches a lesson in love and compassion to a misguided and selfish young girl.” A book launch is planned for Saturday, Dec. 5 at 3 p.m. at the Gallery in Artisan Square. Refreshments and a staged reading of the book by David Cameron, Jackie Minns, Katalina Bernards and a very special appearance by Jazzmin Carson who created the role of Anna, the young girl, 12 years ago in the very first production of the play. Everyone is welcome.  Annual LIGHT UP BOWEN & LANTERN PARADE Saturday, December 5  |
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. The Bowen Island Arts Council is seeking to fill the position of Gallery Coordinator/Curator Under the direction of the Gallery Committee, responsibilities include managing the operation of the Gallery @ Artisan Square, including developing a budget, curating and hanging of art exhibits, liaising with artists, administering sales, organizing programs, coordinating venue rental, supervising the recruiting and scheduling of volunteers, coordinating fundraising events, promotion and administration. Candidates should possess strong administrative skills, curatorial experience, and enjoy working with artists and the public. A background working within an arts council environment or involvement in related arts activities is desired. Computer skills are an asset. This is a permanent position with remuneration for 20 hours per week. Starting date: 2 January 2010. Applications will be accepted until 15 December, 2009. Please submit résumés and a covering letter to: Betty Dhont, Galley Committee, c/o BIAC, Box 211, Bowen Island, BC, V0N 1G0, or email to info@biac.ca.
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A Message from Arts Club Theatre Company As you may know, the arts and cultural community in BC is under siege. Organizations large and small are affected. Here at the Arts Club Theatre Company we feel very strongly that a healthy community has at its core a diverse and engaged arts sector. Presently, that very core is severely threatened. As we have come to understand, the arts will potentially suffer a 90% cut over two years through massive reductions to the BC Arts Council and gaming funds, at a time when no other province has contemplated such a threatening action to the arts sector. It is critical that we send a message to the provincial government that these cuts are massive, destructive, out of proportion, and unacceptable. It is important that the government hears from you: consumers of culture, donors, and concerned citizens. Please follow the link to easily send a clear message! SPEAK OUT ABOUT BC ARTS CUTS | Alliance For Arts and Culture Your message will be sent automatically to Premier Gordon Campbell; Kevin Krueger, Minister of Tourism, Culture and the Arts; Rich Coleman, Minister of Housing and Social Development; Colin Hansen, Minister of Finance; and your MLA. We must have a groundswell of opposition to these drastic cuts in arts and culture funding; please do your part to preserve BC's strong cultural and arts environment. Thank you. Sincerely, Bill Millerd Artistic Managing Director Howard R Jang Executive Director
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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
Email: info@biac.c
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