arts and culture
No options offered for Kelowna performing arts centre that won’t negatively impact theatre current users
Building a new Kelowna Community Theatre in a nearby parking lot is simply not an…
Kelowna arts groups thrilled and terrified as plans move forward on a new theatre
A new, 1,200-seat Kelowna performing arts centre would be a “game changer” for arts groups…
Visitor numbers double at Vernon Community Arts Centre
VERNON – The Vernon Community Arts Centre has seen a huge spike in visitors, almost…
Smith Creek fire closes parks; music will still be heard
WEST KELOWNA - Three Central Okanagan Regional District parks are closed in West Kelowna because of the danger from Smith Creek wildfire. Glen Canyon, Shannon Lake, Rose Valley Regional Parks are all closed as a result of fire activity and will remain closed until further notice. "The Regional District apologizes for any inconvenience and encourages...
Will Vernon have to turn away exhibitors from its own international art show?
VERNON - An international art show—the likes of which has never been seen before in the Okanagan—is coming to Vernon, but organizers don’t know where they’re going to put it. The Okanagan Print Triennial was launched by the Vernon Public Art Gallery, the Kelowna Art Gallery and UBC Okanagan in Vernon in 2009 as a...
Valley First named title sponsor for Penmar Community Arts Centre
PENTICTON - Valley First was announced as title sponsor for the Penmar Community Theatre this morning during a groundbreaking ceremony, marking the start of construction for the theatre’s additions. The Penmar Community Arts Society has named the new theatre Valley First Community Arts Centre after the title sponsor. This is the second major sponsorship in...