ON NOW
To Sunday, Aug. 28
Joe Fafard: Retailles, at Burnaby Art Gallery, 6344 Deer Lake Ave., admission by donation (suggested donation $5). With special programs including an artist talk June 25 at 2 p.m.; Kidz Club Art Night on June 30 at 6:30 p.m.; In the BAG family drop-ins on Sundays, July 10 and Aug. 14, 1 to 4 p.m., and adult art camp, Aug. 15 to 19. Info: www.burnabyartgallery.caor 604-297-4422.
To Saturday, September 3
Ron Simmer’s infinity room, A Night Walk in Falling Snow, is open at the Deer Lake Gallery, 6584 Deer Lake Ave., until Sept. 3 – extended again by popular demand. Info: www.burnabyartscouncil.org.
Between Land and Sky, a group exhibition by members of the Vancouver Sketch Club, focusing on landscapes and everyday life, at Deer Lake Gallery, open Tuesday to Saturday, noon to 4 p.m. Free parking and admission. Info: 604-298-7322 or www.burnabyartscouncil.org.
To Monday, September 5
MIRAGE, an art installation at Metropolis at Metrotown shopping centre, features a visual, audio and digital experience using state-of-the-art projection technology and a mirrored ceiling and floor. Admission free, open noon to 7 p.m. daily. At the Grand Court, lower level.
To Friday, September 9
This Part Remains with Me, a mixed-media exhibit by Louise A. DeGagné and Gregg Steffensen, on at the Amelia Douglas Gallery inside Douglas College, fourth floor north. Gallery open 10 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Monday to Friday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday. An artists’ talk is on Sept. 9 at 10 a.m. Everyone is welcome.
To Saturday, September 24
Favourite Things, an exhibition of artists from the New West Artists group, at Gabor Gasztonyi Studio Gallery, 730 12th St., New Westminster, open Thursday to Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Info: www.gaborgasztonyigallery.com.
UPCOMING
Saturday, August 27
Music by the River, the Arts Council of New Westminster’s busking program, continues at River Market with a performance by singer-songwriter Ranj Singh, bringing his Indo-folk music to the stage from noon to 2 p.m.
Uptown Unplugged, featuring live performances at Royal City Centre mall from noon to 2 p.m. Featured performer: Jayne Trimble, a solo folk musician from Ireland.
Sunday, August 28
Summer Sunday concert series at Civic Square, Burnaby, next to the Metrotown library branch at Kingsborough and McKay, with free music for all ages. Hang Johnny, on hang drum, at 6 p.m.; and the Ruffled Feathers folk-chamber pop group at 7 p.m.
ArtStarts: Jump, Bend, Sway, Twist, Shake!, a free workshop for kids and families at River Market in the community square upstairs. It’s led by dance educator Lee Kwidzinski, with percussion by Anthony Hutchcroft, exploring movement with live percussion, music and props. Workshop is 45 minutes long and runs twice, starting at 11 a.m. and again at 1 p.m. Free, no need to register, by drop in early as it is a popular program. Info: www.rivermarket.ca.
Uptown Unplugged, featuring live performances at Royal City Centre mall from noon to 2 p.m. Featured performer: Katie and Peter Chow.
Wednesday, August 31
Poetry in the Park, presents featured poets and open mike sessions in the bandshell at Queen’s Park, New Westminster, free, 6 to 8 p.m. Featuring Wayde Compton and Renee Saklikar. Info: www.rclas.com.
Saturday, September 3
Uptown Unplugged, featuring live performances at Royal City Centre mall from noon to 2 p.m. Featured performer: Barry Wilson, a multi-instrumentalist with rock, country, folk, Irish and old-time music.
Music by the River, the Arts Council of New Westminster’s busking program, continues at River Market with a performance by Michael Woodknott Pelchat, guitarist, noon to 2 p.m.
OpenStage: NOTE: Previously scheduled and listed OpenStage event at Queen’s Park is now cancelled.
Saturday, September 3 and Sunday, September 4
Nikkei Matsuri, the fourth annual Japanese festival at the Nikkei National Museum and Cultural Centre, including performances by Yuki Maeda, former member of Whiteberry, plus the Matsuri Star Talent Search. Also includes tea ceremony, martial arts demonstrations, kids’ area, street food and much more. Info: www.nikkeiplace.org.
The Chalk Art Experience, featuring chalk artists Scott Gillies and Ian Morris, plus a chance to create your own chalk art, with art activities, live music, face painting and more. Runs noon to 3 p.m. both Saturday and Sunday at Bonsor Recreation Complex, 6550 Bonsor Ave. Info: www.burnaby.ca/communityarts.
Sunday, September 4
Uptown Unplugged, featuring live performances at Royal City Centre mall from noon to 2 p.m. Featured performer: Emma Toth, singer-songwriter born in Vancouver in 2002.
Music by the River, the Arts Council of New Westminster’s busking program, continues at River Market with a performance by Mike Dunbar, noon to 2 p.m.
ArtsToGo, a Make a Mobile workshop with artist Natasha Boad, at Royal City Centre, noon to 3 p.m. Offered by the Arts Council of New Westminster, free to kids (parental supervision required). Info: www.artscouncilnewwest.org.
Thursday, September 8
Opening reception for Keith Langergraber: Betrayal at Babylon, 7 to 9 p.m. at the Burnaby Art Gallery, 6344 Deer Lake Ave., free. Artist will be on hand for the opening of the exhibition. Info: www.burnabyartgallery.ca.
Friday, September 9 through Sunday, October 23
Keith Langergraber: Betrayal at Babylon, runs at the Burnaby Art Gallery, 6344 Deer Lake Ave. The new installation by the mixed media artist reinterprets the biblical Tower of Babel as a western mine and ghost town, with large-scale mixed media works on paper alongside a short film by Langergraber. Includes In the BAG family Sunday studio drop-ins on Sept. 11 and Oct. 9; artist talk and film screening on Sept. 10; art tour Sept. 20, One Place, Many Names talk on Sept. 25, Culture Days Guided tour on Oct. 2. Gallery open Tuesday to Friday 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Saturday and Sunday, noon to 5 p.m. Admission by donation, with suggested donation of $5. Parking is free. Info: www.burnabyartgallery.ca.
Saturday, September 10
Uptown Unplugged, featuring live performances at Royal City Centre mall from noon to 2 p.m. Featured performer: Jayne Trimble, a solo folk musician from the coastal village of Coney Island, Ireland.
Music by the River, the Arts Council of New Westminster’s busking program, continues at River Market with a performance by multi-instrumentalist Barry Wilson, noon to 2 p.m.
Saturday, September 10 to Saturday, Oct. 1
Diffusion, a group exhibition at Deer Lake Gallery featuring the work of Carolyn Kramer, Corey Hardeman and Sean O’Flynn. Opening reception Sept. 10, 2 to 4 p.m. Artist talk Saturday, Oct. 1 at noon. Gallery is at 6584 Deer Lake Ave., open Tuesday to Saturday, noon to 4 p.m. Info: www.burnabyartscouncil.org or 604-298-7322.
Sunday, September 11
Uptown Unplugged, featuring live performances at Royal City Centre mall from noon to 2 p.m. Featured performer: singer-songwriter Jeff Neufeld with “vintage American” music.
Music by the River, the Arts Council of New Westminster’s busking program, continues at River Market with a performance by acoustic instrumental folk duo the Cranky Molluscs, noon to 2 p.m.
Thursday, September 15 to Saturday, October 22
The End of the Affair: Reimagined Roles and 20th-Century Cinema, an art exhibition of paintings by Stefanie Denz, at the Amelia Douglas Gallery, fourth floor north, Douglas College. Opening reception Sept. 15, 4:30 to 7:30 p.m., artist’s talk on Friday, Sept. 16, 10 a.m. Gallery is open 10 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Monday to Friday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday.
Saturday, September 17
Uptown Unplugged, featuring live performances at Royal City Centre mall from noon to 2 p.m. Featured performers: Katie and Peter Chow.
Music by the River, the Arts Council of New Westminster’s busking program, continues at River Market with a performance by Music Box music academy, noon to 2 p.m.
Sunday, September 18
Uptown Unplugged, featuring live performances at Royal City Centre mall from noon to 2 p.m. Featured performer: the Cranky Molluscs, an acoustic instrumental duo that performs world folk music.
Music by the River, the Arts Council of New Westminster’s busking program, continues at River Market with a performance by Margenne Mangaoang, noon to 2 p.m.
Saturday, September 24
Uptown Unplugged, featuring live performances at Royal City Centre mall from noon to 2 p.m. Featured performer: Joylene Baylis, a Vancouver-based singer-songwriter.
Music by the River, the Arts Council of New Westminster’s busking program, continues at River Market with a performance by singer-songwriter Daven Atma, noon to 2 p.m.
Sunday, September 25
Uptown Unplugged, featuring live performances at Royal City Centre mall from noon to 2 p.m. Featured performer: Mike Dunbar.
Monday, September 26
The Man Who Knew Infinity, a Last Mondays at the Movies screening at Massey Theatre, 7:30 p.m. General admission $10, seniors/students $8. Tickets in advance at www.ticketsnw.ca, or at the door (cash only). Theatre is at 735 Eighth Ave. Info: www.artscouncilnewwest.org.
ONGOING
Vivo Children’s Choir welcomes new singers for its 2016/17 season. Vivo is a non-auditioned choir for children ages seven and up that sings music through the ages, in a range of languages, from folk to gospel and contemporary. Meets Wednesdays starting Sept. 14 at 4 p.m. at Olivet Baptist Church, New West. Info: www.vivochildrenschoir.ca or email vivochoir@gmail.com. Early registration pricing is open until Aug. 31.
Enjoy singing? Burnaby Pacemaker’s Choir is looking for sopranos and altos. Music is light and varied. We rehearse on Tuesdays, from 7 to 9 p.m., running Sept. 13 to Feb. 7, 2017, at Gordon Presbyterian Church, 7457 Edmonds St., Burnaby. Phone 604-298-4843 or 604-434-9737.
Tickets on sale for Chantal Keviazuk’s Hard Sail tour, coming to Massey Theatre, New Westminster, Nov. 4, www.ticketsnw.ca or 604-521-5050.
Burnaby Art Gallery seeks people with a passion for art who are outgoing and friendly, to lead school tours through exhibitions in the gallery. A minimum of one day per week availability during daytime hours is required. Extensive training and orientation is provided. If interested, apply online at www.myvolunteerpage.com or call 604-297-4414.
Arts Council of New Westminster seeks volunteers to help promote the arts in the community. Positions and programs include ArtsToGo, New West Craft, social media team, finance and fundraising, marketing and media, membership and volunteer committee, office assistants, research assistants and more. See www.artscouncilnewwest.org/membership/volunteer/ for details and an online application form.
Newcomers’ Choir meets Wednesdays from 3:30 to 5 p.m. Open to everyone interested in improving their English-language or music skills, with an emphasis on multiculturalism and diversity. Free. See www.miusc.ca, or, for more, call 604-781-4704.
Dance for Fun’s Swing and Country Club, Wednesdays from 6:30 to 11 p.m. at Sapperton Pensioners Hall, with music and lessons, plus snack bar. Enjoy the whole evening, including lesson, for $12, or dance only for $5. Email byronstarr@telus.net or call 778-709-8880 for information, or see www.meetup.com/Dance-For-Fun-Vancouver-Social-Dancing-Meetup/ for details.
Email entertainment listings to jmaclellan@burnabynow.com.
