The Comox Valley is always bustling with opportunities to connect and have fun. From Farmer’s Markets to Poetry Readings at the library, and from music festivals to mountain bike races — here are a few exciting things happening right here in your neighbourhood.
Raised in Nanaimo, a Berklee School of music Graduate, and recently played at some of the most prestigious jazz clubs in the U.S. John Lee’s jazz and organ playing is both gritty and soulful. This is part of the Georgia Straight Jazz Society (GSJS) Summer series. georgiastraightjazz.com
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A country-rock couple who have won various country awards in Alberta. Info and Tickets
When the Cumberland mine workers descended into the coal caverns, they faced the toughest of work environments: cramped, wet, dark, and dirty. There was a constant fear of danger at every turn, with roof collapses and flooding both common risks. The Cumberland coal seams had a reputation for expelling gas, increasing the likelihood of explosions....
Part of the Miner’s Memorial Weekend come listen to some classic folk and storytelling. More Info
Frontman to Bedouin Soundclash, recently remixed by Diplo (!), and collaborator with Coeur de Pirate, Jay Malinowski is one of the many quiet legends of the Canadian music scene. He has great stories. Tickets
Part of the 40th Miner’s Memorial Weekend, this is a community event that will bring you back to coffee house nights of the true folk era. More Info
Some of the very best people went to Westdale Secondary in Hamilton, ON. Martin Short, Eugene Levy, Jennifer Geddes and Christian (B.A.) Johnston. True friends would make the effort to see this bizarre and beautiful one-man show. At the very least you will most likely get some free Hawkins cheezies out of the deal. Opening...
One-night riverside camping and dancing fest. 20 minutes from Highway 4 / Island Highway turnoff. Exact location revealed ONLY to ticket holders the night before. Tickets 3 LIVE BANDS a stacked lineup of DJs playing: Mid-tempo funky beats Funktronica Dancehall Reggaeclassics and mashups Hip hop mashups UKG / Broken beats/BASS Dub & downbeats Good-time river...
Alfie is a two-time Juno winner, jazz and classical guitarist. He will be joined by Tom Arntzen on keys. This is a fundraiser for the Evergreen Club. Apparently coffee/tea and cookies during intermission are included. Tickets are available at the Filberg Centre reception desk.
Elizabeth Shepherd and Michael Occhipinti have 19 Juno Noms between them. Tickets
This is the second installment of Schall and Rausch’s series dedicated to sharing a passion for electronic music. schall-un-rausch.com
