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Welcome back to Poet Next Door!
A Soul House event, bringing poetry to Squamish since 2022.
Poetry is for everyone and everyone is a poet. This is the space to witness your neighbourhood talent and to discover you're a poet too.
As a powerful tool of self-expression, poems' topics vary from deeply personal to universal: joy, trauma, love, sexuality, humour, embarassment, religion, politics and the full depth of the human mind and heart are explored at this event.
💵Tickets: $10-20 sliding scale.
Don't miss Battle of The Bands Round Three, where local & regional musicians compete for a spot in the finals on January 30th!
Battle of The Bands Round Three
Come early for dinner and drinks!
Get ready for an epic showdown at the Brackendale Art Gallery - three bands battling it out for a chance to advance to the next round. Cheer on your favorite performers as they take the stage and compete for a spot in the finals.
This week's Competitors:
8pm Juniper Fuse
9pm Amber Ablaze
10pm Shiny Red Button
Hot enough to raise sweat on a chunk of granite, don't miss the glorious return of Cousin Harley to The BAG. See you on the dance floor!
ALL AGES show at 8pm
Advance $20 Door $25
Cabaret seating in the bar section, dance floor in the stage section, come early if you need a seat!
Hailing from Vancouver BC, Canada, Cousin Harley, can explode like an active volcano, swing like the Basie band and holler like a lonesome hillbilly in the back woods of the Appalachia, all in a single show. This trio has been rocking international audiences for 20 years! Not to be trifled with and not to be missed, folks, this is Cousin Harley! Called the “Motorhead of
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Join us at the Brackendale Art Gallery for an evening of painting in our upstairs gallery space.
No experience is needed - our talented instructor, Theresa Columbus, will guide you every step of the way to create a beautiful painting. Whether you're a seasoned painter or a beginner, this event is perfect for anyone looking to unwind and have a great time. Don't miss out on this opportunity to create a masterpiece and make memories with friends.
We will supply the canvas , as well as simple acrylic paints, brushes, and easels. If you'd like to bring another preferred medium to work with, you are welcome to!
Feel free to come early and grab dinner!
Welcome to Battle of The Bands, Grand Finale at the Brackendale Art Gallery! Join us for this epic showdown! The winners from the first three rounds of competition each play a 40 minute set for a panel of judges.
Featuring:
Winner of Round One - Irie Safiery
Winner of Round Two -Whistler Cowboy Jazz
and Winner of Round Three -
Come early for dinner and drinks before the first band takes the stage
8pm TBA
9pm TBA
10pm TBA
The winning bands wins a $150 gift card, generously donated by Long & McQuade, $500 cash, and a headline booking at The BAG. Come out, hit the dance floor, and cheer on the finalists!
Join us on our big stage as we showcase some of our open mic all stars!
Support community music and local emerging artists at the BAG's second Open Mic Showcase Night on Satuday Jan 31. Show starts at 7:30pm — a beautiful, heartfelt evening of music, poetry, spoken word, and artistic expression! You can trust your hosts Amanda and Dom to keep the energy high, the laughs rolling, and the good vibes flowing.
Come early for dinner and drinks before the show.
This is more than just an open mic showcase—it's a celebration of the incredible talent right here in our beautiful Squamish community.
This event is all ages.
Cost: FREE—No tickets needed!
A 6-week community healing experience for real women with real stories. This isn't about acting or performing—it's about transformation through storytelling. Join Loretta Cella and Louise Robinson for a deeply healing journey where you'll use writing, breathwork, and gentle creative exploration to: awaken your authentic voice, honor truths you've been hiding, shed old patterns and fear, and step into empowered self-expression. Through improv fundamentals, heart-coherent breathwork, and somatic awareness, you'll craft a personal monologue that illuminates YOUR story—held safely in a trauma-informed space with women who truly see you. Each week builds intentionally toward deeper healing, embodied confidence, and reclaiming the parts of yourself waiting to emerge. Optional public community performance available for those who choose on March 14th.
The Free Label blends 70s disco, 90s R&B, and high-energy funk into an electrifying, dance-driven experience.
Remember when wallet chains, giant cellphones & black eyeliner were all the rage? Embark on a time-traveling adventure with Fresh Cut Grass.
Standing show with dance floor, limited seating.
Come early for dinner & drinks in the upstairs gallery.
show at 8pm two hour-long sets with an intermission
Tickets: Early Bird $15 / Advance $20 / Door $23
Fresh Cut Grass is a high-energy 5-piece rock and alternative cover band that specializes in the anthems of the 2000s emo and rock era. Born from a shared love of playing live music and a deep connection to the genres that defined their youth, the band delivers nostalgic performances that resonate with audiences in their 30s and 40s.
Exploring classic hits and deeper cuts, a fresh perspective on the Dead's expansive body of work. Expansive jams & reimagined arrangements.
Standing show with dance floor, limited seating.
Come early for dinner & drinks in the upstairs gallery.
Show at 8pm two sets with an intermission
Tickets: Advance $22 / Door $25
Songs to Phil the Air invites fans to experience the music of The Grateful Dead in new and exciting ways, all while maintaining the spirit and essence of the original compositions. Emerging from a shared passion for their timeless music, Songs to Phil the Air is an innovative tribute project that celebrates the legacy of this iconic band through a unique lens.
Join us for Nude Doodz at Brackendale Art Gallery! Enjoy a fun evening of figure drawing and mingling with fellow art enthusiasts. Models will pose in the nude, with facilitator Miriam Tingle on site!
We'll supply everything you need to unleash your creativity in a welcoming and relaxed environment. Whether you're a seasoned artist or just starting out, this event is perfect for anyone looking to explore figure drawing. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to hone your skills and connect with like-minded individuals. See you there!
This event is 19+
Doors: 6:30 pm
Drawing: 7 pm
Tickets: $25
Show-stopping vocals, genre defying style strings together folk, chart pop and irrepressible cabaret. Juno-winning singer-songwriter.
Hawksley Workman Duo Live at Brackendale Art Gallery
$30 adv $35 door
All Ages standing show with limited seating in bar section and balcony
presented by The Brackendale Art Gallery Society
Facilitated by artist and zine-maker Maïna Pertolas, this hands-on workshops will walk participants through making their own art zines. By the end of the workshop, each participant will have made a small zine.
The Library will provide supplies such as paper, magazines, scissors, glue, washi tape, stamps, a photocopier and more! If you want to include any of your personal photographs, art, or other visuals, please bring them along.
If you want to include any of your personal photographs, art, or other visuals, please bring them along.
Join us for a night of paint, snacks, drinks and community.
In this guided class with local artist Hope Johnson, you’ll learn the steps to create your vary own masterpiece.
No experience needed — just bring yourself and a willingness to play with paint. We’ll provide canvases, easels, brushes, and simple acrylics, and you’re welcome to bring your own preferred medium. Zephyr @ The BAG will have the kitchen and bar open for snacks, dinner, and drinks while you paint.
Event Details:
🕖 Painting starts at 7:00 PM (doors open earlier)
📍 Brackendale Art Gallery
🎟 Tickets: $40
Three incredible BC punk bands in one night!
Standing show with dance floor, limited seating.
Come early for dinner & drinks in the upstairs gallery.
show at 8pm two hour-long sets with an intermission
Tickets: Early Bird $20 / Advance $23 / Door $25
The Corps is a melodic skatepunk band from Vancouver, Canada. Examining personal and societal issues through the lens of the DC comic book universe, the band has seen international success with their unique lyrical content. Told from the perspective of heroes and villains alike, each song contains a fantastical tale that encourages repeat listens and exploration into the featured themes.
IDIOFLAME is a melodic punk band from Kelowna, BC, Canada.
The Subteraliens: Hailing from Squamish, BC
Discover the reimagined beauty of Canadian landscapes in Una Polenova’s latest exhibition, 'Horizons Reimagined'.
Opening Reception: Feb 17th from 7 to 9 pm.
Meet Me at the BAG, the Brackendale Art Gallery: Cafe & Culture Centre...
The show runs from February 17th to April 27th and
Invites art lovers and cultural enthusiasts to explore a fresh perspective on contemporary Canadian art in the heart of Brackendale.