AUGUST 10, 10:00AM-6:00PM Junction Park, Downtown Squamish Free public event | Site-wide Liquor License Complimentary Bike Parking | Free street parking nearby Featuring Neighbourhood Craft market, food vendors, roaming performances, art activities and more! Bring the whole family to downtown Squamish for this memorable day...
Join artists Sarah Afskoven and Amanda Desjardins for an evening at Wine and Brew, learning to paint a Squamish mountain scene! With an instructional demo by Sarah and individual tips, you'll leave with your own 9x12" painting and a 750 ml bottle of custom Bitches with Brushes pinot grigio from Wine and Brew! All supplies included - all you have to do is show up.
This meetup will be a conversation about how cities can foster biodiversity in open spaces, led by salmon biologist and urban planning enthusiast Auston Chhor.
Using various spaces around Downtown Squamish as a backdrop, we'll discuss how changes to land use policies and community-led restoration efforts can help blur the line between urban and natural areas.
Join us for an evening of music, poetry, spoken work and creative expression as the BAG kicks off its very own Open Mic Night! In the spirit of creative sharing within our community, you are invited to practice your artisitic expression with an audience of supportive ears, in a safe inclusive environment.
OG hosts Nico and Amanda from the legendary Zephyr Cafe are returning to help and support you and probably make a few jokes.
There are so many talented folks in this beauty town and we are beyond excited to provide a space for this expression.
Sign up @ 6 pm.
Come show us what you got Squamish!
Amped in the Park is a program by youth for the whole community. This exciting program brings emerging artists, youth and older, to the stage to hone their craft in front of Squamish’s most enthusiastic audience!
The FOYER FUNDRAISER Art Exhibit is on now and the display cases and north wall are filled with beautiful artwork donated for this exhibit! Become a ‘FRIEND of the FOYER’ and in return for your online donation, you will receive:
A tax receipt for the value, recognition in the Gallery, special notice of current and upcoming exhibitions and entry into a random draw by September 9th for a chance to win one of these 30+ pieces of artwork created by our Foyer artists and others.
Click on “Donate Now” button at top of squamishlibrary.ca
Suggested minimum donation $30.
FOYER Gallery and the Squamish Public Library thanks you for your support!
In this traditional competition, artists must compose, paint, complete and frame (or finish) a piece of art outdoors “en plein air.”
Works will be judged and fabulous prizes donated by Opus Art Supplies will be awarded. Participants may exhibit and sell their art created during the competition from 4 to 7 p.m. on the day of the challenge.
AUGUST 17, 2PM-11PM Sp’akw’us Feather Park, Oceanfront Squamish Free public event | Site-wide Liquor License Complimentary Bike Parking| Limited Parking On-site Join Matthews West & Squamish Arts for the event of the summer!
Indulge in a gourmet feast crafted by Chef Christopher James Floyd with the finest ingredients, paired with exquisite wines to tantalize your taste buds in our first Long Table Dinner in our picturesque garden.
With experience working alongside Chef Riccardo Camanini in Lombardia, Italy, and in Michelin-starred restaurants across the UK and Denmark, Chef Floyd brings a wealth of culinary expertise. Driven by a passion for ingredient-focused cuisine and technical mastery, he cherishes time spent with his family in Southern France, as well as exploring the beauty of British Columbia.
We have 2 ticket types:
$175, including dinner and wine,
$99 for the alcohol-free option!
With only a limited number of tickets available, don't miss out on this extraordinary event!
COMMUNITY LOVE A FAIR! Saturday Sept 7, 2024
Join the excitement, bring the whole family, and all your friends and neighbours! (But no dogs, please - we have farm animals and little children on site so doggos stay home and guard the house!)
Walk or come by bicycle or bus! Bring your appetites, your shopping list, your enthusiasm! Make a whole day of it!
The original, the iconic, Brackendale Fall Fair is in the Brackendale Farmers Institute Park at 41976 Government Road.
All day Performers, Vendors, Exhibit Competition viewing (Judging is Friday Sept 6), Activities, Zucchini Races, Hay Wagon Ride, Baby Goats, Mini Golf and more.
Come join us for a fun-filled evening of communal collage at the Brackendale Art Gallery!
We'll pop on an old teen movie (PG13) and supply the paper, glue, sissors, and some materials to be deconstructed.
You'll bring your creativity and some old magazines, photos, or whatever you have to make your masterpiece! Bring some for yourself, and maybe some to share (that old wrapping paper you've been saving?)
Our kitchen and bar will be open to keep you fed and watered.
The stakes are low, and the fun is high. We can't wait to see you there!
This evening is all-ages.
Event from 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Free event!
Join us for Trivia Night at the Brackendale Art Gallery as Paige Sotham makes her hosting return! Get ready for a fun-filled evening of brain-teasing questions and friendly competition. Paige is known for trivia questions that will keep you on your toes and test your knowledge of a wide variety of sujects. Whether you're a trivia master or just looking for a good time, this event is perfect for everyone. Don't miss out on a chance to test your knowledge, win some cool prizes, and see you're favourtie trivia host back in action. See you there!
This event is 19+
In leu of a ticket, please bring a non-perishable food item to be donated to Under One Roof.
Welcome y'all to the The Ol' Hoedown Throwdown with Vancouver's Stringband Sundae & Special Guests! Get ready for a boot-stompin', knee-slappin' good time on Friday August 30th, 2024 at the Brackendale Art Gallery. Join us for a night of live music, dancing, and good ol' fashioned fun. Grab your cowboy boots and hat, and come on down for a hoedown you won't soon forget!
Doors: 7pm
Band: 8pm
Tickets: 15 bones
Featuring:
Trent Freeman - Fiddle
Mark Kilianski - Guitar
Evie Laden - Banjo
Neal Evans - Bass
Peg Evans - Caller
We're open all day prior to event!
Twig's “Wood first Wednesdays” are back from summer break.
The next meetup is Sept. 4th 6-8pm @vanurbantimber
@squamishhotbags will be showing us around the space and sharing more intel on the various fine specimens and production they get up to.
Our mission is to unite wood professionals residing and working in the Sea to Sky Corridor each month, fostering a vibrant exchange of knowledge, connections, and ideas. Squamish, with its rich wood-centric history and a thriving community of manufacturers, woodworkers, businesses, craftspeople, and artists, serves as the perfect backdrop for this endeavour.
Meet on the date at VUT from 6:00-8:00. After you join you can jump into the WhatsApp group to stay connected to the monthly updates and event locations.
