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SUMMARY:Acoustic Jam
DESCRIPTION:The Acoustic Jam – sponsored by the South Cowichan Arts Guild meets every 2nd Sunday – 3:30pm – 6pm \n(Winter location) McLean Room at Kerry Park \n(Summer location) Shawnigan Pavilion in Elsie Miles Park beside the Shawnigan Lake Community Centre \nThis is an inclusive jam for all skill levels and welcoming singers and multi-instrumentalists with hosts Myron Arndt along with Dean Derby! Some joined us just to sing\, others to play and some to play and sing. We have a bit of a new format and want to make sure you are all able to participate and feel comfortable and welcome.
URL:https://cowichansouthartsguild.com/event/acoustic-jam-31/
LOCATION:Mill Bay Community Hall\, 1035 Shawnigan Lake - Mill Bay Rd\, Mill Bay\, V0R 2P2
CATEGORIES:Acoustic Jam
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SUMMARY:Inspired by Reading - Book Club
DESCRIPTION:For anyone interested in reading & inspiring conversation. No registration required\, you are welcome to attend any session! \nBook of the month: The Tiger: A True Story of Vengeance and Survival by John Vaillant.
URL:https://cowichansouthartsguild.com/event/inspired-by-reading-book-club-7/
LOCATION:South Cowichan Library\, 2720 Mill Bay Rd\, Mill Bay\, BC\, V0R 2P2
CATEGORIES:Inspired by Reading
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SUMMARY:Creators Circle
DESCRIPTION:Formerly Makers Circle and Fearless Friday Painters \nA space for makers\, painters\, & ‘artists at heart’ to gather & work on their projects in the company of other creatives. Great opportunity for shared conversation & inspiration! \nRuns September through May. First session free to drop in and see if you would like to join us! Free to members! \nContact Elaine or Lindsay: hello@cowichansouthartsguild.com
URL:https://cowichansouthartsguild.com/event/creators-circle-19/
LOCATION:Shawnigan Lake Community Centre\, - 2804 Shawnigan Lake Road
CATEGORIES:Creators Circle
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SUMMARY:Spotlight Series: Balkan Babes & Novo Drom
DESCRIPTION:The singers that make up the award-winning Victoria B.C. based Balkan Babes are dedicated to both the intricate music of the Balkan region\, and to the challenging and highly rewarding process of operating as a collective\, with no director.  Drawn to the penetrating harmonies\, asymmetric rhythms\, unusual ornamentations and powerful emotions that characterize the rich and timeless folk music of Eastern Europe\, Balkan Babes strive for an authentic sound in vocal production and pronunciation\, while opening up many songs to their own interpretations and arrangements. \nSinging together for over 25 years\, Balkan Babes have released three full length records since 1999 including Divna in 2008; Volio in 2012; and Zajedno in 2019\, all to warm reviews. The albums explore themes of love\, life\, longing\, and loss\, bridging cultures and times and making accessible the diverse musical traditions of the Balkans to music lovers near and far. \nNovo Drom\, meaning New Road in Slavic and Romani\, is a musical adventure which interweaves Balkan culture\, Romani sound\, and a West Coast vibe. They formed in 2019 out of a desire to share their love of and expertise with these captivating genres. The trio focuses on blending their voices and instruments to transport their audience to another time and place. Combining pulsing energy\, complex rhythms and intricate three part harmonies\, Novo Drom creates a multi-layered free-spirited sound for all ears to enjoy! www.novodromband.com \nBalkan Babes & Novo Drom are proud to be active members of Vancouver Island’s music\, arts and culture communities and are excited to present selections from these captivating musical traditions to the audience on November 21st \nAlternatively\, please email hello@cowichansouthartsguild.com to reserve your ticket if you wish to pay by e-transfer.
URL:https://cowichansouthartsguild.com/event/balkan-babes-novo-drom/
LOCATION:Shawnigan Lake Community Centre\, - 2804 Shawnigan Lake Road
CATEGORIES:Spotlight Coffee House
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SUMMARY:Holiday Wreath Making with Ingrid Mertens
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to make a natural Holiday Wreath\, on a willow hoop\, using freshly foraged greens and decorative materials. \nSome supplies provided\, participants are also welcome to bring/share materials! \nIngrid has 10 years of experience teaching and making wreaths with harvested materials from the wild as well as leading multiple workshops teaching basket weaving with natural fibres. She is also a regular food and medicinal forager. \n$18 for CSAG Members\n$28 for Non-Members\n$15 for an Annual Membership \nTo reserve a spot email: hello@cowichansouthartsguild.com \nInstagram: @bushcraftingsoccermom\nFacebook: Workshops With Ingrid
URL:https://cowichansouthartsguild.com/event/holiday-wreath-making-with-ingrid-mertens/
LOCATION:Shawnigan Lake Community Centre\, - 2804 Shawnigan Lake Road
CATEGORIES:Sampler Workshops
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