The National Congress of Black Women Foundation is celebrating the achievements of women artists in B.C.

In honour of Black History Month, the foundation is holding a special event at the Shadbolt Centre for the Arts tomorrow (Saturday, Jan. 28) at 6 p.m.

The event, titled Women of Our Times, Here and Now, honours Barbara Howard, Eleanor Collins, Eve Smith, Marcella King, Thelma Gibson and Jeni LeGon.

There's a show at 6 p.m., followed by a reception and silent auction with live entertainment.

It's all happening at the Shadbolt's James Cowan Theatre, at 6540 Deer Lake Ave. Tickets are $25 regular, $20 for students with ID or seniors (65 and over), or $15 for children 14 and under.

Tickets are available through the box office at 604-205-3000.

For more information, call 604-605-0124.

FOR THE LAUGHS

"If this show isn't the most amazing thing you've ever seen, then you watched it incorrectly."

You've gotta love any show that self-bills with such confidence!

Roman Danylo is hosting The Ultimate Comedy Show at the Shadbolt Centre for the Arts on Friday, Feb. 3.

It's a variety comedy show that will include sketch, standup and improv, featuring top comedy acts.

It's happening at 8 p.m. in the Shadbolt's Studio Theatre. Check out www. shadboltcentre.com.

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