This class is designed both for absolute beginners as well as those who previously took part one.  For beginners, you will learn the basic techniques and then will apply those to an image of your choosing.  If you’ve previously taken my course or have some experience with pen & ink, you will be expanding on these skills by working with compositional elements in your image. Please come with one or two black and white photographs that you would like to work with. 

Fee: $60 + GST each ($63 Total). All supplies are provided.

Date: Saturday, March 2nd, 2024

Time: 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm

Location: Leir House Cultural Centre (220 Manor Park Ave)

Registration: To register you can email programs@pentictonartscouncil.com or else call the office at 250-492-7997.

Get ready for an evening of lively conversations and brews at Cannery Brewing on Wednesday, March 6th, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM - where you can mingle with Board of Director Nominees

Your ticket includes a ONE beverage to kick off the evening's mixer. As you chat with the nominees, feel free to grab some tasty snacks and additional beverages from Cannery Brewing's fantastic menu (available for purchase).

Important Note: The Board of Directors election will be conducted through online voting from March 5th to March 11th. Current chamber members will receive a confidential key code via email to cast their votes for the 2024-2026 Board of Directors. We have ten nominees vying to fill 8 vacant seats.

Annual General Meeting (AGM) will be held in person on Tuesday, March 12th, at WINGS Penticton.  

Join us in celebrating Women's International Day at the "Inspire Inclusion" networking mixer, sponsored by OMRA Salon Laser Medspa at Peaches Lingerie, with wine poured by Chronos and catering by Honey Toast Cafe! 

📅 Friday, March 8th 🕠  5:30 PM - 7:30 PM 📍  Peaches Lingerie

Chamber Members $25| Future Members $35

Join us for the Penticton Chamber's Annual General Meeting, where members and the public come together for an afternoon of networking, lunch, and the AGM proceedings.  

Penticton Chamber Annual General Meeting
Date: Tuesday, March 12, 2024 
Time: 11:30am - 1:30pm 
Location: WINGS Penticton 152 Riverside Drive

Event Details:

• 11:30am Networking: Connect with fellow chamber members and local professionals.
• 12:00pm Lunch: Enjoy a delicious meal while mingling with peers.
• 12:15pm Annual General Meeting: Participate in the AGM where important updates, discussions, and decisions will take place.

Important Information:

• The AGM is open to all chamber members and the general public.
• Only members in good standing are elgible to vote.  There is only vote per Chamber member.
• To ensure eligibility, please verify your membership status before registering for the event. Contact info@penticton.org for assistance.
• Registration is Required:
  • AGM ONLY: Complimentary 
  • AGM & Lunch: $30 + GST

Don't miss this opportunity to engage with your community, contribute to the chamber's initiatives, and enjoy a productive afternoon.

Meet & Greet Board of Directors Nominees Wednesday, March 6 at Cannery Brewing from 5-7 connect and learn more about your 2024-26 board director nominee prior to voting.

Mark your calendars and spread the word - it's going to be an unforgettable night of fun and festivities! 

🍀 Join us for the Saint Patty's BAB Mixer at Okanoggin Barbers Thursday, March 14 5-7pm 🍀

Get ready to celebrate in style with fun hats, glasses, and green beaded necklaces for all our guests!

You will enjoy a glass of Deep Roots Wine poured by winemaker Will Hardman paired with appetizers from Save on Foods.

Enjoy a special 20% discount on merchandise purchases for the night (with some exclusions).

Plus, join in the fun with our Bingo Card activity, designed to guide you through all the fantastic things they have in store and a chance to WIN exciting door prizes throughout the evening!

Okanoggin Barbers where style and sophistication converge to create more than just a barber shop experience. Immerse yourself in an evening of networking, fostering connections, and supporting your local community. 

Get the jump on Spring and create you own indoor Herb Garden.

This workshop will include a choice of Window Box or Ratan Basket Planter, Herbs of your choice some spring pansies or seed. Moss for decor.

Design Direction and care will also be covered.

Get your hands dirt and create your own Kodedama Moss Ball planter.

This is the traditional Japanese Technique of taking the root ball of a plant and wrapping it in a mud ball then covering with green moss to secure.

You use your creativity to wrap with Jute.

This workshop includes you choice of plant, moss, decorative beads. Jute for hanging or an antique plate for displaying your masterpiece.

Design and direction and care will be covered.

The future belongs to the next generation and whatever it may hold is for them to define. The PDCAC has invited local artists aged 13 to 30 to show us what art means to them to give us a glimpse into the future of art.

Opening Reception: Saturday, March 23rd from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm

Gallery Hours: Wednesday to Saturday, 10:30 am to 4:30 pm

Location: PDCAC Gallery II at the Leir House Cultural Centre (220 Manor Park Avenue)

We sometimes find ourselves on an unexpected journey, unsure of where it may lead. In the uncertainty there are fragments of beauty to discover. As we focus on the beauty around us, we just may find ourselves sowing seeds of joy along the way.

Opening Reception: Saturday, March 23rd from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm

Gallery Hours: Wednesday to Saturday, 10:30 am to 4:30 pm

Location: PDCAC Gallery I at the Leir House Cultural Centre (220 Manor Park Avenue)

Ignite the Arts 2024: Art Walk & Sculpture Day Events

Saturday March 23th 11-4pm, 221 Martin Street Penticton B.C

The Penticton Art Gallery and Aurora Matheson Fine Art Gallery are once again presenting The Sculpture Day event on March 23rd, 2024 during the inaugural Ignite the Arts Festival, a nine-day celebration of art and culture. Sculpture Day will be located at Aurora Matheson Fine Art Gallery, 221 Martin Street and on the City Centre Gym Parking lot, adjacent to the Gallery. 

This event will take part in conjunction with the Spring Art Walk which showcases art throughout greater Penticton. The official time for both of these events will be from 11:00-4:00 P.M.

What to Expect

Live Painting:

Similar to a mini-art market, artists will be displaying their work as well as selling paintings,  cards, and commissions. Meet, greet, and connect with local artists as they craft right before your eyes.
 

Sculpture Exhibition & Demo:

Check out the outdoor sculpture exhibition as artists showcase their pieces. You will also have the opportunity to watch as local sculptors build magnificent works, inviting you to engage with the Sculptors through Q&A.

Ice Sculpture Event:

We are very excited to announce that Aaron Grant, a well known Canadian ice sculptor will be creating a piece for Ignite the Arts during the day. If you have never seen this form of carving before,  you won’t want to miss it! This will take place in the parking lot.

About Aaron Grant:

Aaron Grant has been sculpting ice since 2010. Formally a resident of Penticton, Aaron began his sculpting interest up at Apex mountain sculpting snow as a hobby.  Eventually he earned the title of BC snow sculpture champion at the Vernon winter carnival. This allowed him to travel to the famous Quebec carnival representing B.C. in the National championship.  After moving to Nanaimo, Aaron found that sculpting ice was a way to practice his artistic skills which turned into a small business. 

Since beginning in 2010 he has completed over 400 ice sculptures with only pictures of them as a memory. The best part of being an ice sculptor is being able to quickly transform a large 300 pound block of specialty ice into a unique and eye-catching work of art in a short amount of time. As a public display of artwork, it is unique and yet fleeting. One that has to be in person to appreciate it.  He enjoys doing public demonstrations and contests because the audience is always so enthusiastic and curious.   

Live Music:

Indulge your senses with the soulful melodies of Yanti & Friends, a rhythm & blues jazz band set to grace Sculpture Day with their enchanting performances. Join us for an unforgettable musical journey filled with rhythm, harmony, and dancing, reminiscent of last year's lively celebrations.

Food Truck:

Fiesta Mexicana Food Truck will be joining us, you'll be able to dig into some tasty Mexican treats while you enjoy the event!

Family Sculpture Contest:
 

Create, experience, and delve into the world of sculpture with our family friendly sculpture contest. As part of Sculpture Day, we invite family and friends, young and old, to come and participate in creating imaginative pieces with your dream team– a maximum of six people. You will get to work with your chosen team to produce an artistic creation or interpretation of your desires. Sculptures will be assembled from found objects ranging from cardboard to concrete, making use of any material your team finds to have creative potential. 

At 3:00 the teams will be judged esteemed local sculpture professionals. If you are interested in participating in this fun event, you must pre-register for the competition. This event is free to attend and we encourage early registration to make sure you get your allocated area to construct your work. Pre construction at home is encouraged and some assembly can take place prior to the event however significant assembly must take place on site. See below the link to our registration form for more information and details about the guidelines and rules of this contest.

Don't miss this opportunity to immerse yourself in a day of artistic exploration and community engagement at Sculpture Day, part of the Ignite the Arts Festival. Mark your calendars for March 23rd, and join us in celebrating the rich tapestry of creativity that defines our vibrant community.

For more information contact Renèe Matheson by email auroradawnarts@gmail.com 

or call (250) 488-4999

Family Sculpture Contest Registration Form: https://forms.gle/VWrw2fdF38HVFqg39

Come learn how to create your very own Cactus or Tropical Terrarium.

For beginners and experienced alike, this workshop will cover helpful tips and techniques for planting and care. No experience needed.

All materials (plants, terrarium, ingredients, and added toppings) will be provided for this class.

Join Us for Easter Weekend Fun at Lightning Rock Winery celebrating brand new releases!

📅 Friday, March 29th - Monday, April 1st

🕚 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Spring is in the air, and so are our latest wine releases! Experience the freshness of the season by being the first to sip, swirl, and savour our all-new flight of Lightning Rock gems at our tasting room.

Bring the whole family (including furry friends!) to celebrate Easter weekend with us. Enjoy half-price tastings for only $7.50 per person. And for our valued club members and their guests, indulge in complimentary flights and an exclusive 20% off all wine purchases.

Don't forget to take home a taste of Easter with your favourite new releases  - and enjoy 10% savings on Rosé and Sauvignon Blanc.

Reservations are recommended, but walk-ins are always welcome. We can't wait to see you there! 

Learn how to write convincing dialogue with published author, Tom Leveen! What you learn in this class can be applied to a variety of genres such as fiction, film and theatre.

Date: Saturday, March 30th, 2024

Time: 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm

Location: Leir House Cultural Centre (220 Manor Park Ave)

*Please note that the Leir House is not wheel chair accessible.

**This workshop is suitable for ages 16+. If you are under 16 and would like to join, please contact our office.

Registration: Email info@pentictonartscouncil.com or call the office at (250) 492-7997.

Learn how to share your writing with the world through traditional and indie publishing!

Date: Saturday, March 30th, 2024

Time: 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm

Location: Leir House Cultural Centre (220 Manor Park Ave)

*Please note that the Leir House is not wheel chair accessible.

**This workshop is suitable for ages 16+. If you are under 16 and would like to join, please contact our office.

Registration: Email info@pentictonartscouncil.com or call the office at (250) 492-7997.

Easter Brunch Buffet

DATE: Sunday, March 31, 2024
SEATINGS: 11am & 12pm
LOCATION: Penticton Lakeside Resort

Fun For The Whole Family!

• GottaGoat Petting Farm
• Visit From The Easter Bunny
• Easter Egg Hunt 12:30pm (Children 10 and under)

PRICE:
Adults 18+: $44.95
Children 11-17: $22.95
Children 4-10: $2/Year
3 and Under: Free
(Prices Subject to 20% Service Charge & GST)

To Purchase Tickets Call 250.493.9752 or
Email: sarah@rpbhotels.com