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NEXT ISSUE...Yuk YuksBasia BulatStirCrazy Blues Festival
September to December 2014
CURRENTWORKSHansen-Ross Pottery
Culture Days
Centennial Tree Lighting
A Military History
Cold Specks
Legacy
Fall into Christmas
Published by Adinfinitum Designs
Art Gallery of Swift Currentwww.artgalleryofswiftcurrent.orgRC Dahl Centre at 411 Herbert Street East S9H 1M5 306-778-2736Kim Houghtaling, Director and Curator: [email protected]
227 Central Avenue North, Swift Current306-773-6292 [email protected]: P.O. Box 1143, S9H 3X3 www.lyrictheatre.ca
CanadianHeritage
CF Coordinator Shann [email protected] 306-778-2686blendersmusic.ca windscapekitefestival.ca
CULTURAL FESTIVALS
Blenders presents A SPECIAL CONCERT with
An Acoustic Evening withBIG SUGAR
The award-winning Canadian legendary band thatgot their start in the early ‘90s will bring theirroots-rock-reggae sound with an updated languidly-paced, percussion-heavy acoustic groove. It’s anacoustic rendition of old material and new stuffthat is chilled out with vocal harmonies galore.
Thursday, February 19 at Lyric Theatre Doors: 7:30pm Music: 8:30pm $40 Tickets at Pharmasave
Thom & AdriannaVoth and Family
Market Square ChessCome on down and get your game on each week with Market Square Chess…• Challenge your friends
on the giant chessboard!• Earn points for your opportunity
to win prizes!• Avoiding the spotlight?
Regulation boards available.Every Saturday thru September10am to 3pm at Market Square, located on the corner of Central & Chaplin.Checkmate!
Blenders presents
Shred Kelly
The five piece band is best known for mixingclawhammer banjo riffs with ambient synth, highvoltage guitar, fierce drums, and hauntingly sweetvocal harmonies to produce a sound that hasbeen properly coined “Stoke Folk.” Shred Kelly isturning banjo doubters into sweaty indie folk rockbelievers on the dance floor, one town at a time.
Saturday, February 7 at Lyric Theatre Doors: 7:30pm Music: 8:30pm $30 Tickets at Pharmasave
Swift Current Public Arts Services presents
Southwest OpenExhibition:August 8 toSeptember 28
West Wing GalleryThe Airmen’s Billets, Doc’s Town, Kinetic Park
Blenders presents A SPECIAL CONCERT with
Basia Bulat
Basia Bulat expertly uses echo and reverb, electronic flutters and electric autoharp, voicesthat charge and incandesce around buzzing guitars, lonely piano and rattling percussion tocreate a sound that is uniquely hers. Innovation Credit Union is proud to offer a $10 rebate to all itsmembers. Show a credit union cheque, Member Card orMasterCard at the door and receive a $10 refund on your ticket.
Friday, January 23 at Lyric Theatre Doors: 7:30pm Music: 8:30pm $40 Tickets at Pharmasave
This exhibition offers an excellent opportunity to view a variety of art-works by Southwest Saskatchewan semi-professional and amateurartists. Artwork includes drawing, painting, quilting, photography, wood-working, printmaking, and more. An "Open Exhibition" is non-curated.Southwest Saskatchewan artists are asked to submit examples oftheir works. The result is an exhibition of very diverse artisticapproach and ability. Hours: 1 to 5 pm on Friday to Sunday
Blenders presents
Jack Semple Trio
In 1992, Jack came to national prominence bywinning the MuchMusic “Guitar Wars” contest. Hehas been twice nominated for Gemini Awards,won a Juno award, and two Western Canadianmusic awards. Jack Semple is an absolute virtuoso of his art form, playing with unparalleledfeeling and total technical control.
Saturday, January 17 at Lyric Theatre Doors: 7:30pm Music: 8:30pm $25 Tickets at Pharmasave
art + music @ art gal lery of swift current
Come enjoy the music and art!Spectacular live music ranging from blues,rock, world, roots, and folk performed by
some of Canada’s best musicians alongsideamazing art curated by Art Gallery of SC.
Check the music @ www.blendersmusic.ca
Purchase a season pass to all10 concerts for a great price!
Season Pass: $275 Value: $300
Limited season passes will be available.Tickets at Pharmasave on September 1.
To discuss sponsorship opportunities, please call Shann at 306-778-2686.
2 0 1 4 - 2 0 1 5
Blenders presents
Jason WilsonDr. Jason Wilson is a Canadian historian, a two-time Juno-Awardsnominated reggae musician, Canadian Reggae Music Award winner,SSHRC Doctoral Fellowship Recipient, and the author of four books.Known for incorporating jazz and Scottish influences atop a reggaefoundation, Wilson is a multi-instrumentalist, though is perhaps bestknown for his piano skills.
Saturday, December 20 at Shann and Ray’s Doors: 7:30pm Music: 8:30pm $20 For tickets, call Shann at 306-778-2686
Birds of Chicago Saturday, September 20Described as 'Americana music at it's finest'
Wooden Sky Monday, September 22Indie rock band pushes limits of folk, rock and country
Tom Wilson Saturday, October 183X multi-gold record singer songwriter from Junkhouse
Black Hen Traveling Roadshow RevueSunday, November 16
Three award-winning musicians sharing the stage Jim Byrnes, Steve Dawson, Big Dave McLean
Cold Specks Saturday, November 29 'Doom soul' – deep south gospel with strong goth streak
Jack Semple Trio Saturday, January 17Juno award-winning Saskatchewan blues guitarist
Shred Kelly Saturday, February 7Banjo with sweet harmonies, high voltage guitar, and drums
Indigo Joseph and The Dead SouthSaturday, March 28
Two of Saskatchewan’s greatest young bands
Marco Calliari Saturday, April 11Dramatic Italian roots with a Quebecois influence
Jordie Lane Saturday, May 2Playful charm, rhythmic fingerpicking, and beautiful voice
Yours TruLeeGift Shop
AkropolRestaurant
The Lyric is a licensed venue. The theatrehas a sound system and stage lighting, andis available for musical and theatrical productions, performing arts events, or anyother cultural program. Call our office to booka date, and host your next event in our historic venue.
www.lyrictheatre.ca 306-773-6292 [email protected]
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LYRIC OPEN STAGEDecember 18
Lyric Theatre
Doors: 7:30pm Show: 8pm Performers: free Audience: $5
Pre-register: 306-773-6292
BasiaBulat
SPECIALS
BigSugar
Award-winning Canadian singer-songwriter whose musicexplores echo and reverb, electronic flutters and electricautoharp, voices that charge and incandesce aroundbuzzing guitars, lonely piano and rattling percussion. Her extraordinary concerts are beautiful and haunting.January 23 Lyric Theatre Doors: 7:30pm Music: 8:30pm
An incredible acoustic evening of roots, rock, blues andreggae. This percussion-heavy musical statement runsthe gamut from classics like ‘Turn The Lights On’ to brandnew cuts.February 19 Lyric Theatre Doors: 7:30pm Music: 8:30pm
Tickets: $40 Both concerts for $60! at Pharmasave To book a tab le , ca l l Shann at 306-778-2686
LYRIC THEATRE’SChildren's Christmas Matinée
Enjoy a beloved children’s Christmas film, traditional
Christmas treats, a unique craft, and perhaps even
a visit from a special jolly guest! Help keep
this historical Lyric Theatre Tradition alive.
December 13 & 14$5 with a donation for the
Salvation Army food bank.
Lyric Theatre Tickets available at Pharmasave
ART CLASSES!Art Classes for children, youth and adults will be offered from
September to December.Weekly studio art classes,
occasional studio art workshops,lectures and demos.
Watch the “City News” page in thePrairie Post Newspaper for upcoming programs.
Check our website at www.artgalleryofswiftcurrent.org
For information or to register, call 306-778-2736
Hilarious Live Uncut Comedy!
Laughs Guaranteed!The funniest way to spend an evening out!
Yuk Yuk’s comedy night Saturday, December 6th Lyric TheatreDoors: 8:00pm Comedy: 9:00pm (2 acts)
$15 in advance $18 at door and tickets are available at Pharmasave
at the
LyricTheatre
Art Gallery of Swift Current September 6 to November 2, 2014
HANSEN-ROSSPOTTERY
Dr. Kim KennedyAlpine Dental Clinic
Blenders presents
Cold SpecksSteeped in the old gospel spirituals and traditional folk songs, herunique blend of Deep Southern soul, Tom Waits/Jeff Buckley-inspiredblues, and goth-tinged indie folk first caught the public’s attention afteran appearance on Later…With Jools Holland. She describes her signature sound as “doom soul.”
Saturday, November 29 at Lyric Theatre Doors: 7:30pm Music: 8:30pm $35 Tickets at Pharmasave
HANSEN-ROSS POTTERYHansen-Ross Pottery operated in Fort Qu'Appelle, Saskatchewanfrom the mid 1950s to 2005. The pottery was named after two artists,Danish-born Folmer Hansen (1930– ) and Winnipeg-born David Ross(1925–1974).
The pottery, made of local Saskatchewan clay, reveals an "honestearthiness of material and skill of an ancient tradition."Many local potters were influenced by and studied under Hansen andRoss. The exhibition features over sixty ceramic objects.
Light Up the FutureFriday, November 28
The final Centennial event for2014! We’ve enjoyed a year offun and excitement in SwiftCurrent as part of our 100thBirthday celebrations. Light Upthe Future festivities will be heldin conjunction with the DowntownBusiness Association’s annualTree Lighting. Join in winter funand grow with us into the future!
Many thanks to all our sponsors, including Platinum Sponsors Living SkyCasino and Standard Motors.
Light Upthe Future
Swift
Cur
rent
Mus
eum
At Your Service: Swift Current Service ClubsSeptember 9 to November 1
Service Clubs such as the Eagles, Kiwanis, Rotary,Oddfellows and more, have been making positive contributions to Swift Current for over 100 years. This exhibit explores the history, legacies, and current activities of Swift Current’s numerous service clubs.Opening Reception: September 17 at 7pm
Swift Current Museum44 Robert Street West 778-2775
LYRIC OPEN STAGE
Thursday, November 20Doors: 7:30pm Music: 8:00pm
Performers: free Audience: $5 Info: 306-773-6292
Swift
Cur
rent
Mus
eum LUNCH ‘N LEARN
Second Wednesday of each month at noonJoin the Museum for lunch and interesting talks. Fromlocal history to current events to the natural world,Lunch & Learn is always savoury! Talk is free; $6 for lunch.September 10: Prairie Wind & Silver Sage October 8: Collections and CollectingNovember 12: Royal Canadian Legion
History Buy the PintThird Wednesday of each month at 5:30pmSpend happy hour at the Museum. This licensed eventwill feature a variety of local history and general inter-est talks. Complimentary snacks, $4 drinks, and $1.50for pop and juice. Stay & chat over drinks.October 15: Black Bridge BreweryNovember 19: Local Artisans; Gift Shop Open House
Coffee RowLast Wednesday of each month at 10amCome to the Museum for coffee and a discussionabout Swift Current's history. Share your memories, orjust come to learn. Complimentary coffee and goodies.
Swift Current Museum44 Robert Street West 778-2775
Robin and Arlene KarpanRobin and Arlene Karpan are writers, photographers, and publishers based inSaskatoon, SK. For many years theKarpans have contributed to more than 100 publications around the world, workingon contracts for business and governmentand selling stock photography.
Lyric Theatre at 7pm (Doors: 6:30pm) $5
WRITE OUT LOUDWednesday, November 19
Deana J. Driver is an author, editor, publisher,and freelance journalist based in Regina. Sheis the author of five non-fiction books and thefounding partner of DriverWorks Ink. Since1983, she has had more than 2,000 articles invarious national periodicals. Her first book,‘Just a Bunch of Farmers: The Story of theWeyburn Inland Terminal,’ was released in2001.Lyric Theatre at 7pm (Doors: 6:30pm) $5
WRITE OUT LOUDWednesday, September 17
THE LYRICOPEN STAGE
Thursday, September 18 Doors: 7:30pm Music: 8pmLyric Theatre306-773-6292
Blenders presents
Black HenTravelingRoadshowRevueThis touring revue features some of thegreatest roots and blues musicians thatCanada has to offer – Jim Byrnes,Steve Dawson, and Big Dave McLean.All three performers are Juno-awardwinners with many years and numerousalbums among them. Be prepared for alittle southern gospel, traditional blues,and some of the fanciest fingerpickinganywhere.
Sunday, November 16 at Lyric Theatre Doors: 7:30pm Music: 8:30pm $30 Tickets at Pharmasave
Blenders presents
Birds of Chicago
Birds of Chicago is JT Nero and Allison Russell,two of the most compelling new voices in NorthAmerican Roots music. Nero’s fractured country-soul voice wrapped in Russell’s silver and goldtones is a fine thing. You’ll hear echoes of gospel,street corner doo-wop, and classic soul accompa-nied by just a banjo and a guitar – it’s chilling.
Saturday, September 20 at Lyric Theatre Doors: 7:30pm Music: 8:30pm $30 Tickets at Pharmasave
The CYPRESS HILLSwould never be the same
An Historical Musicalat the Lyric Theatre, Swift Current
Thursday, Friday, SaturdayNovember 13, 14, & 15, 2014www.cypresshills-historical-musical.ca
The Windscape Kite Club invites you
to our last of the season
SummerFUN FLYSunday, September 21
1 to 4pm
at the
Field
Bring your family, a chair, sunscreenand your kites!!
An exhibition of artworks surveying the artists who have shown hereover the past 40 years. This last exhibition of the centennial yearallows us to reflect on the legacy created by past exhibition artists,whose contributions inspired our vibrant art community.
Free Group Tours available. Call gallery staff at 306-778-2736.
LEGACYA Swift Current History of Visual Art
Blenders presents
The Wooden Sky
Trying to nail down the disparate genres exploredby the Wooden Sky isn't an easy task. Whenpressed, the band tosses out tags like "folk rock",but the words don't hint at the nuances. Theypush the limits of folk and country, adding piecesof outside influence and slowly growing their ownunique sonic aesthetic.
Monday, September 22 at Lyric Theatre Doors: 7:30pm Music: 8:30pm $35 Tickets at Pharmasave
LEGACYA Swift Current History of Visual Art
Exhibition: November 8 - December 28, 2014Art Gallery of Swift Current
CELEBRATING ARTS + CULTUREFROM COAST TO COAST TO COAST
Art Gallery of Swift Current Play with Clay- view an exhibition of pottery by
the famous Hansen-Ross studio - watch a real artist make pottery
on the wheel- experience handling clay by
creating shapes and textures to produce a unique clay necklace
West Wing Gallery Design and make a greeting card- view a variety of artworks by
local artists including paintings, drawings, prints, photographs, wood carvings, and more
- paint a card using some of the methods learned from exhibition
An afternoon of all things cultural!September 27 – 1 to 5pm
Lt. Col. Clifton CentreThe culture of sport!- centennial games and activities- discover a number of stations
where everyone will participate in pioneer games and activities
Lyric TheatreBe part of a silent movie production- brief presentation on the history - view a silent film and participate
by making sound effects - make music for the movie using
simple musical instruments Swift
Cur
rent
Mus
eum
A Military History of Swift CurrentNovember 7 to January 3
From the Boer War to Afghanistan, a history of SwiftCurrent's contributions to national and internationalconflicts.
Swift Current Museum44 Robert Street West 778-2775
Do the Time Warp again at the Lyric Theatre this Halloween at the Rocky Horror Picture Show Audience Participation Party!
See our website for a list of props to bring.
Friday, October 31 (Hallowe'en night!)Doors: 8pm Film: 8:30pm
CELEBRATING ARTS + CULTUREFROM COAST TO COAST TO COAST
Swift Current MuseumBuild a sod house- introduction to ways that people
have used the land in the past century
- lay sod bricks and help build a “soddie”
Swift Current Library Make an shadow puppet show- view a puppet show with three
traditional tales including: First Nations –“How the Coyote Painted the Bird”Pilipino – “The Foolish Woman and the Crocodile”Hindi – “The Rupee Tree”
- make a shadow puppet creation
CREATE, PARTICIPATE & CELEBRATESeptember 27 – 1 to 5pm
Newcomer Welcome CentreDesign your own flag- a five minute presentation on
the flags of the most common countries of origin for Swift Current immigrants
- design your own flag or copy from the flag sticker provided
- match the flag sticker to one of the flags displayed and discover what country the flag represents
Taste It!
featuring wines from the Noble RidgeVineyard & Winery in Okanagan Falls,
British Columbia.
Friday, October 3rd Tickets: $25
Doors: 6:30pm Tasting: 7:00pm. Includes small plate food pairings.
ChinookRegional LibraryOur Family Day Program is intended forchildren and their parents to cometogether and enjoy interaction with otherfamilies while working on craftsor enjoying events. Stay tuned afterFamily Day for a FREE themed moviewith refreshments and popcorn.
Saturday, October 18th: Spinning Plates for Kids
Saturday, November 15th: Get your Zen on, Zentangle for Kids!
Saturday, December 20th: Happy Holidays at the Library!
Blenders presents
Tom WilsonTom Wilson is a three-time multi-gold record awarded Canadian musician. He is a sought-after musician with his own bandJunkhouse, or as one of the three principle members of Juno-winningBlackie and the Rodeo Kings, or as his most recent and innovativeincarnation, Lee Harvey Osmond.
Saturday, October 18 at Lyric Theatre Doors: 7:30pm Music: 8:30pm $30 Tickets at Pharmasave
Fall intoChristmasFine Art and Handcraft Market
Saturday, October 4th – 10am to 6pmSunday, October 5th – 11am to 5pm
The Stockade, Kinetic Park, Swift Current
One Weekend Only!www.fallintochristmas.ca
Check us out on facebook!
Southwest Saskatchewan’sBiggest Handcraft Sale,
Now Celebrating 10 Years!
40 years sharing expressions of inspiration and imagination – see something to think about
Everyone is invited to a Wine & Cheese Celebrationwith live music and speechesSaturday, October 4 at 7:30pm
artgalleryofswiftcurrent.orgDirector & Curator: [email protected]
40Years
Anne LazurkoAnne Lazurko is a Saskatchewan writer. Agraduate of the Humber School for Writers,she has published poetry and fiction. Herfirst novel, Dollybird, (Coteau Books, 2013),is nominated for a Saskatchewan BookAward in the SaskPower Fiction category.
Lyric Theatre at 7pm (Doors: 6:30pm) $5
WRITE OUT LOUDWednesday, October 15
LYRIC OPEN STAGEThursday, October 16Doors: 7:30pm Music: 8:00pm Performers: free Audience: $5 Info: 306-773-6292
40 years sharing expressions of inspiration and imagination – see something to think about
Everyone is invited to a Wine & Cheese Celebrationwith live music and speechesSaturday, October 4 at 7:30pm
artgalleryofswiftcurrent.orgDirector & Curator: [email protected]
40Years
Anne LazurkoAnne Lazurko is a Saskatchewan writer. Agraduate of the Humber School for Writers,she has published poetry and fiction. Herfirst novel, Dollybird, (Coteau Books, 2013),is nominated for a Saskatchewan BookAward in the SaskPower Fiction category.
Lyric Theatre at 7pm (Doors: 6:30pm) $5
WRITE OUT LOUDWednesday, October 15
LYRIC OPEN STAGEThursday, October 16Doors: 7:30pm Music: 8:00pm Performers: free Audience: $5 Info: 306-773-6292
Taste It!
featuring wines from the Noble RidgeVineyard & Winery in Okanagan Falls,
British Columbia.
Friday, October 3rd Tickets: $25
Doors: 6:30pm Tasting: 7:00pm. Includes small plate food pairings.
ChinookRegional LibraryOur Family Day Program is intended forchildren and their parents to cometogether and enjoy interaction with otherfamilies while working on craftsor enjoying events. Stay tuned afterFamily Day for a FREE themed moviewith refreshments and popcorn.
Saturday, October 18th: Spinning Plates for Kids
Saturday, November 15th: Get your Zen on, Zentangle for Kids!
Saturday, December 20th: Happy Holidays at the Library!
Blenders presents
Tom WilsonTom Wilson is a three-time multi-gold record awarded Canadian musician. He is a sought-after musician with his own bandJunkhouse, or as one of the three principle members of Juno-winningBlackie and the Rodeo Kings, or as his most recent and innovativeincarnation, Lee Harvey Osmond.
Saturday, October 18 at Lyric Theatre Doors: 7:30pm Music: 8:30pm $30 Tickets at Pharmasave
Fall intoChristmasFine Art and Handcraft Market
Saturday, October 4th – 10am to 6pmSunday, October 5th – 11am to 5pm
The Stockade, Kinetic Park, Swift Current
One Weekend Only!www.fallintochristmas.ca
Check us out on facebook!
Southwest Saskatchewan’sBiggest Handcraft Sale,
Now Celebrating 10 Years!
CELEBRATING ARTS + CULTUREFROM COAST TO COAST TO COAST
Art Gallery of Swift Current Play with Clay- view an exhibition of pottery by
the famous Hansen-Ross studio - watch a real artist make pottery
on the wheel- experience handling clay by
creating shapes and textures to produce a unique clay necklace
West Wing Gallery Design and make a greeting card- view a variety of artworks by
local artists including paintings, drawings, prints, photographs, wood carvings, and more
- paint a card using some of the methods learned from exhibition
An afternoon of all things cultural!September 27 – 1 to 5pm
Lt. Col. Clifton CentreThe culture of sport!- centennial games and activities- discover a number of stations
where everyone will participate in pioneer games and activities
Lyric TheatreBe part of a silent movie production- brief presentation on the history - view a silent film and participate
by making sound effects - make music for the movie using
simple musical instruments Swift
Cur
rent
Mus
eum
A Military History of Swift CurrentNovember 7 to January 3
From the Boer War to Afghanistan, a history of SwiftCurrent's contributions to national and internationalconflicts.
Swift Current Museum44 Robert Street West 778-2775
Do the Time Warp again at the Lyric Theatre this Halloween at the Rocky Horror Picture Show Audience Participation Party!
See our website for a list of props to bring.
Friday, October 31 (Hallowe'en night!)Doors: 8pm Film: 8:30pm
CELEBRATING ARTS + CULTUREFROM COAST TO COAST TO COAST
Swift Current MuseumBuild a sod house- introduction to ways that people
have used the land in the past century
- lay sod bricks and help build a “soddie”
Swift Current Library Make an shadow puppet show- view a puppet show with three
traditional tales including: First Nations –“How the Coyote Painted the Bird”Pilipino – “The Foolish Woman and the Crocodile”Hindi – “The Rupee Tree”
- make a shadow puppet creation
CREATE, PARTICIPATE & CELEBRATESeptember 27 – 1 to 5pm
Newcomer Welcome CentreDesign your own flag- a five minute presentation on
the flags of the most common countries of origin for Swift Current immigrants
- design your own flag or copy from the flag sticker provided
- match the flag sticker to one of the flags displayed and discover what country the flag represents
Blenders presents
The Wooden Sky
Trying to nail down the disparate genres exploredby the Wooden Sky isn't an easy task. Whenpressed, the band tosses out tags like "folk rock",but the words don't hint at the nuances. Theypush the limits of folk and country, adding piecesof outside influence and slowly growing their ownunique sonic aesthetic.
Monday, September 22 at Lyric Theatre Doors: 7:30pm Music: 8:30pm $35 Tickets at Pharmasave
LEGACYA Swift Current History of Visual Art
Exhibition: November 8 - December 28, 2014Art Gallery of Swift Current
The Windscape Kite Club invites you
to our last of the season
SummerFUN FLYSunday, September 21
1 to 4pm
at the
Field
Bring your family, a chair, sunscreenand your kites!!
An exhibition of artworks surveying the artists who have shown hereover the past 40 years. This last exhibition of the centennial yearallows us to reflect on the legacy created by past exhibition artists,whose contributions inspired our vibrant art community.
Free Group Tours available. Call gallery staff at 306-778-2736.
LEGACYA Swift Current History of Visual Art
Deana J. Driver is an author, editor, publisher,and freelance journalist based in Regina. Sheis the author of five non-fiction books and thefounding partner of DriverWorks Ink. Since1983, she has had more than 2,000 articles invarious national periodicals. Her first book,‘Just a Bunch of Farmers: The Story of theWeyburn Inland Terminal,’ was released in2001.Lyric Theatre at 7pm (Doors: 6:30pm) $5
WRITE OUT LOUDWednesday, September 17
THE LYRICOPEN STAGE
Thursday, September 18 Doors: 7:30pm Music: 8pmLyric Theatre306-773-6292
Blenders presents
Black HenTravelingRoadshowRevueThis touring revue features some of thegreatest roots and blues musicians thatCanada has to offer – Jim Byrnes,Steve Dawson, and Big Dave McLean.All three performers are Juno-awardwinners with many years and numerousalbums among them. Be prepared for alittle southern gospel, traditional blues,and some of the fanciest fingerpickinganywhere.
Sunday, November 16 at Lyric Theatre Doors: 7:30pm Music: 8:30pm $30 Tickets at Pharmasave
Blenders presents
Birds of Chicago
Birds of Chicago is JT Nero and Allison Russell,two of the most compelling new voices in NorthAmerican Roots music. Nero’s fractured country-soul voice wrapped in Russell’s silver and goldtones is a fine thing. You’ll hear echoes of gospel,street corner doo-wop, and classic soul accompa-nied by just a banjo and a guitar – it’s chilling.
Saturday, September 20 at Lyric Theatre Doors: 7:30pm Music: 8:30pm $30 Tickets at Pharmasave
The CYPRESS HILLSwould never be the same
An Historical Musicalat the Lyric Theatre, Swift Current
Thursday, Friday, SaturdayNovember 13, 14, & 15, 2014www.cypresshills-historical-musical.ca
Swift
Cur
rent
Mus
eum
At Your Service: Swift Current Service ClubsSeptember 9 to November 1
Service Clubs such as the Eagles, Kiwanis, Rotary,Oddfellows and more, have been making positive contributions to Swift Current for over 100 years. This exhibit explores the history, legacies, and current activities of Swift Current’s numerous service clubs.Opening Reception: September 17 at 7pm
Swift Current Museum44 Robert Street West 778-2775
LYRIC OPEN STAGE
Thursday, November 20Doors: 7:30pm Music: 8:00pm
Performers: free Audience: $5 Info: 306-773-6292
Swift
Cur
rent
Mus
eum LUNCH ‘N LEARN
Second Wednesday of each month at noonJoin the Museum for lunch and interesting talks. Fromlocal history to current events to the natural world,Lunch & Learn is always savoury! Talk is free; $6 for lunch.September 10: Prairie Wind & Silver Sage October 8: Collections and CollectingNovember 12: Royal Canadian Legion
History Buy the PintThird Wednesday of each month at 5:30pmSpend happy hour at the Museum. This licensed eventwill feature a variety of local history and general inter-est talks. Complimentary snacks, $4 drinks, and $1.50for pop and juice. Stay & chat over drinks.October 15: Black Bridge BreweryNovember 19: Local Artisans; Gift Shop Open House
Coffee RowLast Wednesday of each month at 10amCome to the Museum for coffee and a discussionabout Swift Current's history. Share your memories, orjust come to learn. Complimentary coffee and goodies.
Swift Current Museum44 Robert Street West 778-2775
Robin and Arlene KarpanRobin and Arlene Karpan are writers, photographers, and publishers based inSaskatoon, SK. For many years theKarpans have contributed to more than 100 publications around the world, workingon contracts for business and governmentand selling stock photography.
Lyric Theatre at 7pm (Doors: 6:30pm) $5
WRITE OUT LOUDWednesday, November 19
Art Gallery of Swift Current September 6 to November 2, 2014
HANSEN-ROSSPOTTERY
Dr. Kim KennedyAlpine Dental Clinic
Blenders presents
Cold SpecksSteeped in the old gospel spirituals and traditional folk songs, herunique blend of Deep Southern soul, Tom Waits/Jeff Buckley-inspiredblues, and goth-tinged indie folk first caught the public’s attention afteran appearance on Later…With Jools Holland. She describes her signature sound as “doom soul.”
Saturday, November 29 at Lyric Theatre Doors: 7:30pm Music: 8:30pm $35 Tickets at Pharmasave
HANSEN-ROSS POTTERYHansen-Ross Pottery operated in Fort Qu'Appelle, Saskatchewanfrom the mid 1950s to 2005. The pottery was named after two artists,Danish-born Folmer Hansen (1930– ) and Winnipeg-born David Ross(1925–1974).
The pottery, made of local Saskatchewan clay, reveals an "honestearthiness of material and skill of an ancient tradition."Many local potters were influenced by and studied under Hansen andRoss. The exhibition features over sixty ceramic objects.
Light Up the FutureFriday, November 28
The final Centennial event for2014! We’ve enjoyed a year offun and excitement in SwiftCurrent as part of our 100thBirthday celebrations. Light Upthe Future festivities will be heldin conjunction with the DowntownBusiness Association’s annualTree Lighting. Join in winter funand grow with us into the future!
Many thanks to all our sponsors, including Platinum Sponsors Living SkyCasino and Standard Motors.
Light Upthe Future
BasiaBulat
SPECIALS
BigSugar
Award-winning Canadian singer-songwriter whose musicexplores echo and reverb, electronic flutters and electricautoharp, voices that charge and incandesce aroundbuzzing guitars, lonely piano and rattling percussion. Her extraordinary concerts are beautiful and haunting.January 23 Lyric Theatre Doors: 7:30pm Music: 8:30pm
An incredible acoustic evening of roots, rock, blues andreggae. This percussion-heavy musical statement runsthe gamut from classics like ‘Turn The Lights On’ to brandnew cuts.February 19 Lyric Theatre Doors: 7:30pm Music: 8:30pm
Tickets: $40 Both concerts for $60! at Pharmasave To book a tab le , ca l l Shann at 306-778-2686
LYRIC THEATRE’SChildren's Christmas Matinée
Enjoy a beloved children’s Christmas film, traditional
Christmas treats, a unique craft, and perhaps even
a visit from a special jolly guest! Help keep
this historical Lyric Theatre Tradition alive.
December 13 & 14$5 with a donation for the
Salvation Army food bank.
Lyric Theatre Tickets available at Pharmasave
ART CLASSES!Art Classes for children, youth and adults will be offered from
September to December.Weekly studio art classes,
occasional studio art workshops,lectures and demos.
Watch the “City News” page in thePrairie Post Newspaper for upcoming programs.
Check our website at www.artgalleryofswiftcurrent.org
For information or to register, call 306-778-2736
Hilarious Live Uncut Comedy!
Laughs Guaranteed!The funniest way to spend an evening out!
Yuk Yuk’s comedy night Saturday, December 6th Lyric TheatreDoors: 8:00pm Comedy: 9:00pm (2 acts)
$15 in advance $18 at door and tickets are available at Pharmasave
at the
LyricTheatre
art + music @ art gal lery of swift current
Come enjoy the music and art!Spectacular live music ranging from blues,rock, world, roots, and folk performed by
some of Canada’s best musicians alongsideamazing art curated by Art Gallery of SC.
Check the music @ www.blendersmusic.ca
Purchase a season pass to all10 concerts for a great price!
Season Pass: $275 Value: $300
Limited season passes will be available.Tickets at Pharmasave on September 1.
To discuss sponsorship opportunities, please call Shann at 306-778-2686.
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Blenders presents
Jason WilsonDr. Jason Wilson is a Canadian historian, a two-time Juno-Awardsnominated reggae musician, Canadian Reggae Music Award winner,SSHRC Doctoral Fellowship Recipient, and the author of four books.Known for incorporating jazz and Scottish influences atop a reggaefoundation, Wilson is a multi-instrumentalist, though is perhaps bestknown for his piano skills.
Saturday, December 20 at Shann and Ray’s Doors: 7:30pm Music: 8:30pm $20 For tickets, call Shann at 306-778-2686
Birds of Chicago Saturday, September 20Described as 'Americana music at it's finest'
Wooden Sky Monday, September 22Indie rock band pushes limits of folk, rock and country
Tom Wilson Saturday, October 183X multi-gold record singer songwriter from Junkhouse
Black Hen Traveling Roadshow RevueSunday, November 16
Three award-winning musicians sharing the stage Jim Byrnes, Steve Dawson, Big Dave McLean
Cold Specks Saturday, November 29 'Doom soul' – deep south gospel with strong goth streak
Jack Semple Trio Saturday, January 17Juno award-winning Saskatchewan blues guitarist
Shred Kelly Saturday, February 7Banjo with sweet harmonies, high voltage guitar, and drums
Indigo Joseph and The Dead SouthSaturday, March 28
Two of Saskatchewan’s greatest young bands
Marco Calliari Saturday, April 11Dramatic Italian roots with a Quebecois influence
Jordie Lane Saturday, May 2Playful charm, rhythmic fingerpicking, and beautiful voice
Yours TruLeeGift Shop
AkropolRestaurant
The Lyric is a licensed venue. The theatrehas a sound system and stage lighting, andis available for musical and theatrical productions, performing arts events, or anyother cultural program. Call our office to booka date, and host your next event in our historic venue.
www.lyrictheatre.ca 306-773-6292 [email protected]
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LYRIC OPEN STAGEDecember 18
Lyric Theatre
Doors: 7:30pm Show: 8pm Performers: free Audience: $5
Pre-register: 306-773-6292
Swift Current Public Arts Services presents
Southwest OpenExhibition:August 8 toSeptember 28
West Wing GalleryThe Airmen’s Billets, Doc’s Town, Kinetic Park
Blenders presents A SPECIAL CONCERT with
Basia Bulat
Basia Bulat expertly uses echo and reverb, electronic flutters and electric autoharp, voicesthat charge and incandesce around buzzing guitars, lonely piano and rattling percussion tocreate a sound that is uniquely hers. Innovation Credit Union is proud to offer a $10 rebate to all itsmembers. Show a credit union cheque, Member Card orMasterCard at the door and receive a $10 refund on your ticket.
Friday, January 23 at Lyric Theatre Doors: 7:30pm Music: 8:30pm $40 Tickets at Pharmasave
This exhibition offers an excellent opportunity to view a variety of art-works by Southwest Saskatchewan semi-professional and amateurartists. Artwork includes drawing, painting, quilting, photography, wood-working, printmaking, and more. An "Open Exhibition" is non-curated.Southwest Saskatchewan artists are asked to submit examples oftheir works. The result is an exhibition of very diverse artisticapproach and ability. Hours: 1 to 5 pm on Friday to Sunday
Blenders presents
Jack Semple Trio
In 1992, Jack came to national prominence bywinning the MuchMusic “Guitar Wars” contest. Hehas been twice nominated for Gemini Awards,won a Juno award, and two Western Canadianmusic awards. Jack Semple is an absolute virtuoso of his art form, playing with unparalleledfeeling and total technical control.
Saturday, January 17 at Lyric Theatre Doors: 7:30pm Music: 8:30pm $25 Tickets at Pharmasave
Blenders presents A SPECIAL CONCERT with
An Acoustic Evening withBIG SUGAR
The award-winning Canadian legendary band thatgot their start in the early ‘90s will bring theirroots-rock-reggae sound with an updated languidly-paced, percussion-heavy acoustic groove. It’s anacoustic rendition of old material and new stuffthat is chilled out with vocal harmonies galore.
Thursday, February 19 at Lyric Theatre Doors: 7:30pm Music: 8:30pm $40 Tickets at Pharmasave
Thom & AdriannaVoth and Family
Market Square ChessCome on down and get your game on each week with Market Square Chess…• Challenge your friends
on the giant chessboard!• Earn points for your opportunity
to win prizes!• Avoiding the spotlight?
Regulation boards available.Every Saturday thru September10am to 3pm at Market Square, located on the corner of Central & Chaplin.Checkmate!
Blenders presents
Shred Kelly
The five piece band is best known for mixingclawhammer banjo riffs with ambient synth, highvoltage guitar, fierce drums, and hauntingly sweetvocal harmonies to produce a sound that hasbeen properly coined “Stoke Folk.” Shred Kelly isturning banjo doubters into sweaty indie folk rockbelievers on the dance floor, one town at a time.
Saturday, February 7 at Lyric Theatre Doors: 7:30pm Music: 8:30pm $30 Tickets at Pharmasave
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September to December 2014
CURRENTWORKSHansen-Ross Pottery
Culture Days
Centennial Tree Lighting
A Military History
Cold Specks
Legacy
Fall into Christmas
Published by Adinfinitum Designs
Art Gallery of Swift Currentwww.artgalleryofswiftcurrent.orgRC Dahl Centre at 411 Herbert Street East S9H 1M5 306-778-2736Kim Houghtaling, Director and Curator: [email protected]
227 Central Avenue North, Swift Current306-773-6292 [email protected]: P.O. Box 1143, S9H 3X3 www.lyrictheatre.ca
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CF Coordinator Shann [email protected] 306-778-2686blendersmusic.ca windscapekitefestival.ca
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