Office Closed for Year End
For your information, CVA office will be closed for year end wrap-up. Regular Monday OFFICE times will be suspended from June 17 thru July 3 to allow us time to complete our year-end reporting and financials, and prepare for the 2017-18 season! Most general information is available on the website.
Originals Only THIS WEEKEND
August 12 & 13 at Comox Marina Park The Originals Only Fine Art Show is organized by a group of Vancouver Island artists who volunteer their time and energy to help other artists show and sell their work. They come from a wide variety of disciplines and groups within the fine art community. All artwork... Read More
Markets & Vending Opportunities!
Summer is fast approaching, and that means markets! [updated June 4] We will keep this list updated as we become aware of markets... Downtown SummerNight Markets new and fanciful addition to liven up our downtown core throughout the summer, offering a fresh, urban experience for locals and visitors alike. Now accepting applications fron Vendors, Buskers and... Read More
#worldbadpoetryday with Poet Laureate
Join Comox Valley Poet Laureate Natalie Nickerson in disturbing the public with bad poetry on the evening of World Bad Poetry Day: Friday August 18th, 2017. Collect all the cliches you know and come prepared to make an embarrassing spectacle of yourself and to boo, hiss and laugh-out-loud as Natalie and other brave souls attempt to... Read More
For Men Only – Singing Workshop!
Why not take in this free (yes, free) 1 ½ hour workshop and have a try at singing with a group of men? This is an open workshop for men to introduce group singing in a fun and informal setting. Monday, August 28, at the Elks Hall - 231 6th Street in Downtown Courtenay -... Read More
Denman Island Studio Tour THIS WEEKEND
Almost a decade has passed since the inaugural Denman Island Studio Tour, and local artists are once again preparing to welcome visitors from throughout the region for this annual celebration of the visual arts. Every year offers something different, as familiar favourites unveil their most recent series, and new talent showcases their latest work. From... Read More
Call for Entries for 2017 Art and Culture Program at YQQ
This year's theme: Spirit of Vancouver Island The Comox Valley Airport Commission and Comox Arts Council are seeking submissions for the 2017 Art and Culture Program at the Comox Valley Airport. This year’s exhibition, entitled Spirit of Vancouver Island, will run for six months from November 2017 to May 2018. “We live in one of... Read More
B.C. Wildfire FUNdrazer at Roy’s Towne Pub
Many people around the province have been affected by the wildfires and the Comox Valley would like to help return lives back to normal. Join us at Roy's Towne Pub August 27th from 1-5PM for an outdoor afternoon of live music, BBQ, and door prizes! Entry is by donation to the Red Cross with the... Read More
Kitty Coleman Artist Applications are still open
If you've been planning to Kitty Coleman Woodland Gardens Artisan Festival (Labour Day Weekend) or just assume you're going but having sent anything in, Bryan and Bev would LOVE to know you're interested! It's a busy year this year, and although there is lots of space, the planning of the space still has to be done!... Read More
Welcome, to our new team!
It's very exciting to get to announce this! We are looking forward to continuing to build and grow the work and ideas that allow us to serve the amazing arts community we have here in the Valley. So without further ado, we'd like to introduce and welcome: Michele Vanderwoude, our new Development Officer. Michele will be responsible... Read More
AUDITIONS for Anne of Green Gables
Fri Aug 11th (registration, music, intros), Sat Aug 12th (solo spots you sign up for on Fri), and callbacks Sun 13th. Email [email protected] IN ADVANCE for audition monologues, music, information and audition forms. You can still receive materials on Fri but you need to have them ready for Sat! This is one fun show to... Read More