Local Entertainment

Daniel Cook & The Radiators play the Osborne Bay Pub Saturday, June 11. (Photo submitted)

Chemainus Valley weekly events and entertainment schedule

For the week of June 9-15

Daniel Cook & The Radiators play the Osborne Bay Pub Saturday, June 11. (Photo submitted)
The KeyWinds Trio consisting of Margaret St. Cyr, French horn; Yvonne Gillespie, piano; and Annick Richardson, clarinet. (Photo submitted)

KeyWinds Trio finally performing at Chemainus Classical Concerts

Much-anticipated program twice postponed by COVID to conclude the season

The KeyWinds Trio consisting of Margaret St. Cyr, French horn; Yvonne Gillespie, piano; and Annick Richardson, clarinet. (Photo submitted)
This way to the Chemainus Ball Park for a busy weekend of tournament play hosted by the Chemainus & District Baseball Association. (File photo by Don Bodger)

Chemainus Valley weekly events and entertainment schedule

For the week of June 2-8

This way to the Chemainus Ball Park for a busy weekend of tournament play hosted by the Chemainus & District Baseball Association. (File photo by Don Bodger)
Raymond Tony Charlie and his wife Lorraine hold a copy of Charlie’s book about the abuse he experienced at residential school, his recovery, and the scars that remain. (Submitted photo)

Penelakut elder tells story of impact of residential schools

In the Shadow of the Red Brick Building tells of abuse, and recovery

  • May 29, 2022
Raymond Tony Charlie and his wife Lorraine hold a copy of Charlie’s book about the abuse he experienced at residential school, his recovery, and the scars that remain. (Submitted photo)
Bob Johns is known for his musical flair. (File photo by Don Bodger)

Johns’ song gathering votes in CBC Music Searchlight competition

Everyone can relate to ‘Sitting Here Drinking Beer’

Bob Johns is known for his musical flair. (File photo by Don Bodger)
The R&B Kingpins are at the Osborne Bay Pub May 28. (Photo submitted)

Chemainus Valley weekly events and entertainment schedule

For the Week of May 26-June 1

The R&B Kingpins are at the Osborne Bay Pub May 28. (Photo submitted)
Nanaimo-North Cowichan MLA Doug Routley. (Photo submitted)

Live music events to be enjoyed in the Cowichan Valley

Laketown Rock and Sunfest receive funding

  • May 23, 2022
Nanaimo-North Cowichan MLA Doug Routley. (Photo submitted)
Black Angus starts a stretch of continuous Saturday night entertainment at the Osborne Bay Pub over six consecutive weeks. (Photo by Jonathon Howe)

Chemainus Valley weekly events and entertainment schedule

For the Week of May 19-25

Black Angus starts a stretch of continuous Saturday night entertainment at the Osborne Bay Pub over six consecutive weeks. (Photo by Jonathon Howe)
Diana Binks with her Glory to Ukraine acrylic painting in bright blue and yellow colours. (Photo by Don Bodger)

Crofton Art Group springs back into a show and sale

First public event since the fall of 2019 lifts artist spirits

Diana Binks with her Glory to Ukraine acrylic painting in bright blue and yellow colours. (Photo by Don Bodger)
Black Angus, Victoria’s top Celtic band, is at the Osborne Bay Pub May 21. (Photo by webmeister Bud)

Music scene heats up again at the Osborne Bay Pub

The valley’s live music destination rolls out six straight Saturday acts

Black Angus, Victoria’s top Celtic band, is at the Osborne Bay Pub May 21. (Photo by webmeister Bud)
Pianist Mark Valenti plays the Chemainus Classical Concerts series on Sunday, May 22. (Photo submitted)

Piano music at concert sure to delight and inspire

Renowned pianist Valenti focuses on inclusivity and encouragement

Pianist Mark Valenti plays the Chemainus Classical Concerts series on Sunday, May 22. (Photo submitted)
Author Craig Sepnce and wife/illustrator Diana Durrand have teamed up on a young reader’s book that will be available soon. (Photo by Don Bodger)

You can judge a book by this cover

The story and illustrations of Flibber T. Gibbet hopping down the Hermit’s Trail colourful

Author Craig Sepnce and wife/illustrator Diana Durrand have teamed up on a young reader’s book that will be available soon. (Photo by Don Bodger)
Frank Ludwig certified double platinum records from his time with Trooper are part of the ’70s exhibit at the Chemainus Valley Museum. (Photo by Don Bodger)

Chemainus Valley weekly events and entertainment schedule

For the Week of May 5-11

Frank Ludwig certified double platinum records from his time with Trooper are part of the ’70s exhibit at the Chemainus Valley Museum. (Photo by Don Bodger)
The 39 Steps with Aidan deSalaiz, Felix LeBlanc, Caitlin Driscoll and Alexandra Brynn is on stage at the Chemainus Theatre until May 22. (Photo by Don Bodger)

Chemainus Valley weekly events and entertainment schedule

For the Week of May 5-11

The 39 Steps with Aidan deSalaiz, Felix LeBlanc, Caitlin Driscoll and Alexandra Brynn is on stage at the Chemainus Theatre until May 22. (Photo by Don Bodger)
Kristin Ormiston. (Submitted photo)

Former Chemainus Theatre performer to release two Mother’s Day tracks

Ormiston now living in Smithers and still making beautiful music

Kristin Ormiston. (Submitted photo)
Rifflandia returns to Victoria for the first time in four years Sept. 15-18. (Photo courtesy of Rifflandia)

Lorde, Charli XCX to headline as Victoria’s Rifflandia festival resurrected

September lineup unveiled for the first Victoria fest in four years

  • May 4, 2022
Rifflandia returns to Victoria for the first time in four years Sept. 15-18. (Photo courtesy of Rifflandia)
Check out the ’70s exhibit at the Chemainus Valley Museum. (Photo by Don Bodger)

Chemainus Valley weekly events and entertainment schedule

For the Week of April 28-May 5

Check out the ’70s exhibit at the Chemainus Valley Museum. (Photo by Don Bodger)
The Cowichan Camerata String Orchestra last performed in Ladysmith in December during its Winter Serenade concert. (File photo by Tyler Hay)

Cowichan Camerata’s strings bring in spring at concert

Performances taking place in Duncan and Ladysmith

  • Apr 25, 2022
The Cowichan Camerata String Orchestra last performed in Ladysmith in December during its Winter Serenade concert. (File photo by Tyler Hay)
‘The 39 Steps’ with Aidan deSalaiz, Felix LeBlanc, Caitlin Driscoll and Alexandra Brynn is on stage at the Chemainus Theatre April 22-May 22. (Photo by Don Bodger)

Review: Fast-paced Chemainus Theatre show just plain funny

The 39 Steps will have you guffawing at regular intervals

‘The 39 Steps’ with Aidan deSalaiz, Felix LeBlanc, Caitlin Driscoll and Alexandra Brynn is on stage at the Chemainus Theatre April 22-May 22. (Photo by Don Bodger)
Check out the ’70s exhibit at the Chemainus Valley Museum. (Photo by Don Bodger)

Chemainus Valley weekly events and entertainment schedule

For the Week of April 21-27

Check out the ’70s exhibit at the Chemainus Valley Museum. (Photo by Don Bodger)