Cathy Pelter's "Random Moments" and
Stephen Dobson's "West Coast Reflections"
August 22 - September 16, 2014
Cathy Pelter’s exhibit, “Random Moments,” consists of pieces inspired by random moments of shadow and light, a facial expression, a path in the forest, lovers in the city, a curtain blowing in the wind or whatever scene beckons to be explored with her paints and brushes. She currently utilizes an impressionist style with watercolour or acrylic mediums to capture the essence of her feelings. The process of creating a painting gives Cathy the opportunity to savour such random moments.
Stephen Dobson’s exhibit, “West Coast Reflections,” offers pieces that are more driven by landscapes, marine work and figurative subjects that are all based on scenes from the West Coast of British Columbia. Read more...
Coming soon to the Kariton Art Gallery:
Fraser Valley Watercolour Society Presents
"Doing Our Own Thing - Together"
September 19 - October 14, 2014
Opening Reception: September 21, 1 - 4PM
Medium: Watercolour Paintings
Several years ago, a group of artist friends got together to paint in watercolour. They met on a regular basis, and from this group, the Fraser Valley Watercolour Society was born. Everyone was encouraged to paint whatever they liked, in whatever style suited them - portraits, landscapes, still life, florals, nature or abstract in the mode of photo real, impressionism or something totally new - as long as it was in watercolour and as long as they enjoyed it! Now, twenty-five years later, we are still at it - DOING OUR OWN THING - TOGETHER!
Submissions are now being accepted from visual artists to exhibit work at the Kariton Art Gallery in 2015. Submissions in all mediums including painting, drawing, photography, sculpture, woodcarving, pottery and more will be accepted until September 29, 2014, and individuals and groups based in the Fraser Valley region are invited to apply. Read more...
Call for Artists:
2014 Christmas Artisan Market at Highstreet
The Abbotsford Arts Council is looking for visual artists for the 2014 Christmas Artisan Market at Highstreet to take place November 21, 22 and 23 at Highstreet Shopping Centre (3122 Mt. Lehman Road, Abbotsford, B.C.). Read more...
Art of Marketing Speaker Series:
Answering the Call: Completing artists' documentation for museums & galleries
September 18, 2014, 6:30PM Kariton Art Gallery & Boutique
The Abbotsford Arts Council presents Answering the Call: Completing artists' documentation for museums and galleries, the fifth of eight presentations in the 2014 Art of Marketing Speaker Series, sponsored by the Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce. The featured speaker will be Kristin Krimmel, contemporary fine artist and educator.
Preparing photos, a list of works, biography, CV, and cover letter are essential to submitting a portfolio for inclusion in galleries and museums. Kristin will discuss these elements of submissions and give you samples to help you prepare your own.
Pre-registration is $15 for Abbotsford Arts Council members and $25 for non-members and possible online at marketingtogalleries.eventbrite.ca or at the Kariton Art Gallery and Boutique, located at 2387 Ware Street in Abbotsford, B.C. The entire speaker series schedule can be viewed on abbotsfordartscouncil.org.
Founded in 2009, Culture Days is a non-profit organization dedicated to building a national network of cultural connections devoted to providing Canadians with opportunities to participate in, and appreciate, all forms of arts and culture. Through an annual three-day national celebration each September, hundreds of thousands of artists and cultural organizations in hundreds of cities and towns come together and invite Canadians to participate in free interactive and “behind the scenes” activities to discover their cultural spirit and passion.
This year, several organizations throughout Abbotsford are banding together to produce a diverse range of activities for the public to enjoy. From acting workshops, dancing lessons, cartoon drawing and more, be sure to drop by one of the participating organizations after September 12 and grab a Culture Days Abbotsford Activity Passport to collect stamps for the chance to win prizes! Sponsored by the Abbotsford Arts Council in partnership with Globe Printers.
Several non-profit organizations in Abbotsford will be collectively hosting both a Council Townhall and a Mayoral Debate on Tuesday, October 21st and Thursday, October 23rd, respectively. The event will focus on three key areas: arts & culture, the environment, and social services. The Council Townhall will afford residents to ask one, 30-second question to a specific candidate; the Mayoral Debate will consist of questions prepared by the organizing committee, which will be asked by a moderator.
Both events will be held at the Matsqui Centennial Auditorium with doors opening at 6:30pm and proceedings beginning at 7:00pm. Both evenings will end at approximately 9:30pm. The Arts Council will send email and social media updates as we receive more information.
AAC Member Group Events - September
Cascadia Wind Ensemble Welcomes New Members
At present, we are particularly looking for trombonists, tuba players and percussionists, but anyone is welcome.
Rehearsals: Thursday evenings at WJ Mouat School.
We are a non-profit community group directed by Shannon Goldsmith, playing a wide variety of concert band repertoire, and performing many concerts throughout the year. We play at the Grade 3 to 5 band level. Contact sgoldsmith@xplornet.com or www.cascadiawindensemble.org for more information.
Mexico en la Piel Cultural Society (Non for Profit Organization)
Mexican Fiesta
September 6 | 6pm til 1am
Abbotsford Banquet Center, 33738 Laurel Street - Abbotsford, BC
This is a family event to celebrate Mexican Independence Day, we are inviting other latinamerica countries that celebrates this event in the same month.
It will be a lots of entertainment with Mariachi music, Folklore dancers and Latin music to dance from 10:00 to 1:00 am. Come and join us and have fun!
Contact information: Ofelia 604-615-2059 or Rita 604-897-9767
Facebook: Mexico En La Piel Cultural Society
Website: www.mexicoenlapiel.ca
Fraser Valley Poets Society Blue Moon Reading & Book Launch
September 8 | 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Clearbrook Library Multipurpose Room, 32320 George Ferguson Way
Fraser Valley Poets Society (formerly MSA Poets Potpourri Society) resumes their 2014 season with the launch of Encouragement—the society’s hot-off-the-press anthology featuring founder Donna Bishop. Join them as they celebrate International Literacy Day, poetry, and the 90th birthday of one of Abbotsford’s literary gems, Donna Bishop. No open mic this evening. www.poetspotpourrisociety.com
Come Audition for the Pacific Mennonite Children's Choir
September 9 | 4:30-6:00pm
Aldergrove Fellowship Baptist Church, 28163 Swensson Ave
Vocal Training. Performing. Teamwork. Self-Confidence. Fun!
Join the Pacific Mennonite Children's Choir, who for more than 35 years have exemplified the best in choral tradition, discipline and dedication. PMCC continues to train and motivate children and youth to pursue musical excellence under the new direction of Betty-Ann Vroom.
Auditions are for interested singers aged 8-17
Regular rehearsals are from either 5:30-7:00pm or 6:30–8:30pm depending on age and experience.To make arrangements to audition please email: pmccmanager@gmail.com or visit our website for details: www.pmcc.ca
Ukrainian Club of Abbotsford Association
September 9 at 7pm
Trinity Memorial United Church Abbotsford, 33737 George Ferguson Way
UCAA meets the 2nd Tuesday of every month. Come register to be a member, learn what is planned for the year and get involved with the club and the Yevshan Dancers! This September meeting is the first meeting of the new dance year, so is a great time to get involved with the plans for the year.
Fraser Valley Woodturners Guild
Next meetings: September 11 and October 9
Meetings are at 6:30pm on the 2nd Thursday of each month (except July and August)
Location: Robert Bateman Secondary – Wood Shop, 35045 Exbury Ave., Click here for map to our meetings
FVWG meetings are relaxed and informal with featured guest demonstrators, videos, “show & tell”, ad hoc competitions and quite a bit of learning and sharing of ideas and techniques between the 60 or so members. Visitors are always welcome, so come join the fun. Please check the website for latest information (September meeting could possibly be affected by teacher job action). www.fvwg.ca
After Dark at The Reach
Saturday, September 13 at 7:00pm
The hottest fundraiser in the coolest gallery! Featuring Aerial Art by Amanda Shatzko, recording artists Roy Duquette and Darla Kendrick, Classical Music Performance by Susan Choi and Friends, Caricature Drawings by Ted Couling, Elegant Food from The Ramada Team, Square Foot Art Auction, Jazzy Guest Lounges. Register online at www.thereach.ca
Exhibition - By Land And Sea (Prospect and Refuge.) Marian Penner Bancroft
September 25, 2014 – January 4, 2015
Text, maps, photographs, and portraits of ancestors chart the journeys of Penner Bancroft’s father’s Mennonite family from what is now Ukraine and her mother’s Presbyterian family from northern Scotland.
Exhibition - Betwixt and Between. Jude Griebel and Dana Holst
September 25, 2014 – January 4, 2015
Betwixt and Between is a two-person exhibition, featuring painted sculptures by Alberta artists Jude Griebel and paintings and a drawing installation by Dana Holst.
Exhibition - Between Madness and Delight. Marcia Pitch
September 25, 2014 – January 4, 2015
This diverse group show honors the 25th anniversary of the Fraser Valley Watercolour Society. These artists present their passion and shared interest of the watercolor medium. www.thereach.ca
Exhibition - Chinese Legacies: Building the Canadian Pacific Railway
July 17, 2014 – September 7, 2014
Circulated by the Revelstoke Railway Museum
Sunday Family Arts - FREE
Sunday, September 7 1pm to 3pm and Sunday, September 28 1pm to 3pm
Families of all ages, sizes and abilities are invited to attend Sunday Family Arts to create art projects together. Preregistration is required. Email The Reach to register at programs@thereach.ca or call 604 864-8087
Abbotsford Spinners and Weavers Guild
September 16, 2014 - 10AM
Birkeland Bros, 33739 Essendene Ave, Abbotsford, BC - in the back room
The Abbotsford Spinners and Weavers Guild meets on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of the month at 10AM from September till June. The 1st Tuesday of the month is a guild meeting and the 3rd Tuesday is a fibre morning. Make sure to bring your spinning wheel or knitting to that meeting.
Abbotsford Learning Plus Society
Sept. 18 - Dec. 18, 2014; every Tues/Thurs mornings from 10am - 12 noon
Abbotsford Recreation Centre, 2499 McMillan Rd., Abbotsford
We invite you to join us for our biweekly educational sessions on a variety of topics from a host of creative speakers! And don't miss the coffee/tea and goodie break! Cost is $5 + $2 ARC drop-in fee. www.learningplus.ca, Tel. 778-808-7377, abbylearnplus@gmail.com
MSA Museum Society – Trethewey House Wine Festival
September 27th | 7:00pm – 10:00pm
Trethewey House Heritage Site – 2313 Ware Street, Abbotsford, BC
The MSA Museum Society invites you to the beautiful Trethewey House Heritage Site for an evening of elegance, wine, music and delectable food. Tickets are available online at www.msamuseum.ca/wine-festival for $40.00
For more information please call us at 604 853-0313, visit our website at www.msamuseum.ca or find us on Facebook: Trethewey House
Fraser Valley PWAC SEPTEMBER meeting
September 30 | 6:30pm – 8:30pm
Members Only Event
For information about FV PWAC, please, contact lynda@thewayofwords.com with PWAC in subject line. www.facebook.com/FraserValleyPWAC
The Fraser Valley Chapter of the Federation of Canadian Artists Juried Art Show
October 18 to November 15, 2014, Monday to Saturday | 11am to 4pm
Saturday, October 18, 2014 | 2pm to 4pm
The ACT, 11944 Haney Place, Maple Ridge, BC
This is a juried art show featuring 2D works in oil, watercolour, acrylic, print media, drawing and collage. www.fraservalleyartists.ca
Several years ago, a group of artist friends got together to paint in watercolour. They met on a regular basis, and from this group, the Fraser Valley Watercolour Society was born. Everyone was encouraged to paint whatever they liked, in whatever style suited them - portraits, landscapes, still life, florals, nature or abstract in the mode of photo real, impressionism or something totally new - as long as it was in watercolour and as long as they enjoyed it! Now, twenty-five years later, we are still at it - DOING OUR OWN THING - TOGETHER! 
The Abbotsford Arts Council presents Answering the Call: Completing artists' documentation for museums and galleries, the fifth of eight presentations in the 2014 Art of Marketing Speaker Series, sponsored by the Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce. The featured speaker will be 
