April 20, 2013 - Saturday
Live Music (YRAF Creative Campus): A Musical Adventure of Scotland
April 20 at 7:30 pm. The Red Brick
$25 tickets available at Horizon Music and The Red Brick.
Acclaimed Cellist Christine Hanson, and special guest from Inverness Scotland- Master Highland Fiddler Bruce MacGregor, will take you on a musical adventure of Scotland as they explore repertoire from the Scottish Baroque, to driving Highland jigs and reels, to contemporary Scottish folk compositions. Join these wonderful performers for an intriguing and animated evening of Scottish traditional music, stories, and good Craic!
$25 tickets available at Horizon Music and The Red Brick.
Acclaimed Cellist Christine Hanson, and special guest from Inverness Scotland- Master Highland Fiddler Bruce MacGregor, will take you on a musical adventure of Scotland as they explore repertoire from the Scottish Baroque, to driving Highland jigs and reels, to contemporary Scottish folk compositions. Join these wonderful performers for an intriguing and animated evening of Scottish traditional music, stories, and good Craic!
December 30 & 31, 2011 - Friday & Saturday
Live Music (Ernie O's): Vacation On Mars
December 30 & 31 at 9:30 pm. Ernie O's Pub.
No cover charge. Including no cover charge on New Year's Eve.
Edmonton Power Trio
Cam Basler- Lead Vocals/Guitar
Chad Carmichael- Drums/Background Noise
John Turnball-Bass/Background Noise
Vacation On Mars: “Large, Loud, Living on the edge, Rock ‘n’ Roll! That’s Vacation On Mars in a nutshell,” says Cameron Basler, lead singer and guitar player for the three piece rock n roll jaunt called “Vacation On Mars”. This three piece band sounds like a five piece!” one great mind once said. They have amazing songs, great dynamics, amusing personalities, and they put on a unique and spectacular live show too. They combine the styles of rock, blues, alternative, folk and metal into something that is truly a Vacation On Mars. They have opened up for such bands as the New Meanies, the Grapes of Wrath, Captain Tractor, Butterfinger, Skid Row,10 Second Epic, Hedley, Chunk, Johsua..s Habit ,Todd Kerns just to name a few.
No cover charge. Including no cover charge on New Year's Eve.
Edmonton Power Trio
Cam Basler- Lead Vocals/Guitar
Chad Carmichael- Drums/Background Noise
John Turnball-Bass/Background Noise
Vacation On Mars: “Large, Loud, Living on the edge, Rock ‘n’ Roll! That’s Vacation On Mars in a nutshell,” says Cameron Basler, lead singer and guitar player for the three piece rock n roll jaunt called “Vacation On Mars”. This three piece band sounds like a five piece!” one great mind once said. They have amazing songs, great dynamics, amusing personalities, and they put on a unique and spectacular live show too. They combine the styles of rock, blues, alternative, folk and metal into something that is truly a Vacation On Mars. They have opened up for such bands as the New Meanies, the Grapes of Wrath, Captain Tractor, Butterfinger, Skid Row,10 Second Epic, Hedley, Chunk, Johsua..s Habit ,Todd Kerns just to name a few.
December 19, 2011 - Monday
Special Event (Galloway Station Museum): A Visit from Santa Claus
December 19 from 2:30 - 4:30 pm. Galloway Station Museum.
Come bring the kids down to see Santa Claus at the museum.
Come bring the kids down to see Santa Claus at the museum.
December 16 & 17, 2011 - Friday and Saturday
Live Music (Ernie O's): The Old Hippies
December 16 & 17 at 9:30 pm. Ernie O's Pub.
No cover charge.
The Old Hippies are a five-piece rock/country/folk/celtic/original group from Edson, Alberta. Tim Ward (guitar, harmonica, vocals), Dave Ward (mandolin, fiddle, vocals) Jack Drebit (lead guitar,keyboards, vocals) Kirby Smith (bass, keyboards, backing vocals) and Kevin Dye (drums, percussion, vocals).
No cover charge.
The Old Hippies are a five-piece rock/country/folk/celtic/original group from Edson, Alberta. Tim Ward (guitar, harmonica, vocals), Dave Ward (mandolin, fiddle, vocals) Jack Drebit (lead guitar,keyboards, vocals) Kirby Smith (bass, keyboards, backing vocals) and Kevin Dye (drums, percussion, vocals).
December 9 & 10, 2011 - Friday and Saturday
Live Music (Ernie O's): bluessmyth
December 9 & 10 at 9:30 pm. Ernie O's Pub.
No cover charge.
bluessmyth combines the words "blues" and "smyth" (or smith) as the forging and fusion of their roots in blues music with some heavy, metallic overtones and gospel & soul influences. bluessmyth is a thinking man's rock band. Their lyrical content covers the gamut of the human experience.
In early 2009, bluessmyth released "Sola Gratia" which they toured across Canada from British Columbia to Ontario. With two other successful albums under their belt, this new, riveting and introspective recording from the Canadian trio includes powerful tracks written about Hurricane Katrina and deep human experiences such as reaching out in despair, soul searching, and finding redemption.
The dynamic of bluessmyth has evolved with the addition of drummer Celene Yohemas in 2008. Seamlessly matched with the solid, definitive bass lines of Jason Yaholkoski, and supporting soulful singer and guitarist Chris Yaholkoski, this new chemistry is a recipe for international success.
In Chris' words: “ in many ways, bluessmyth is about making joy out of pain, good out of bad, rising above.”
No cover charge.
bluessmyth combines the words "blues" and "smyth" (or smith) as the forging and fusion of their roots in blues music with some heavy, metallic overtones and gospel & soul influences. bluessmyth is a thinking man's rock band. Their lyrical content covers the gamut of the human experience.
In early 2009, bluessmyth released "Sola Gratia" which they toured across Canada from British Columbia to Ontario. With two other successful albums under their belt, this new, riveting and introspective recording from the Canadian trio includes powerful tracks written about Hurricane Katrina and deep human experiences such as reaching out in despair, soul searching, and finding redemption.
The dynamic of bluessmyth has evolved with the addition of drummer Celene Yohemas in 2008. Seamlessly matched with the solid, definitive bass lines of Jason Yaholkoski, and supporting soulful singer and guitarist Chris Yaholkoski, this new chemistry is a recipe for international success.
In Chris' words: “ in many ways, bluessmyth is about making joy out of pain, good out of bad, rising above.”
December 4, 2011 - Sunday
Annual Concert (Vocal Variations): Christmas Concert
December 4 at 7:00 pm. Edson Christian Reformed Church.
Free admission - goodwill collection. Donations to the Edson Food Bank will also be accepted.
Join Edson's Vocal Variations, community adult choir, for their 5th Annual Christmas Concert. Directors: Matricia Brown, Michelle Stewart, Crystal Handford.
Free admission - goodwill collection. Donations to the Edson Food Bank will also be accepted.
Join Edson's Vocal Variations, community adult choir, for their 5th Annual Christmas Concert. Directors: Matricia Brown, Michelle Stewart, Crystal Handford.
December 3, 2011 - Saturday
Annual Event (Edson Public Library and Creative Campus): Tree Trimming & Holiday Crafts
December 3 from 12 noon - 3:00 pm. Edson Public Library Building.
Free family-friendly fun. Help decorate the big tree in the foyer. Make some great holiday crafts to take home.
Free family-friendly fun. Help decorate the big tree in the foyer. Make some great holiday crafts to take home.
December 2 & 3, 2011 - Friday and Saturday
Live Music (Ernie O's): The Shakedowns
December 2 & 3 at 9:30 pm. Ernie O's Pub.
No cover charge.
The Shakedowns deliver a hard-hitting, toe-tapping power house of original rock and indie music.
No cover charge.
The Shakedowns deliver a hard-hitting, toe-tapping power house of original rock and indie music.
November 30 - December 3, 2011 - Wednesday to Saturday
Live Theatre (Holy Redeemer High School): Oliver Twist
November 30 - December 3 at 7:00 pm. 2:00 pm matinee on December 3. Red Brick Arts Centre and Museum.
Tickets on sale November 1.
For more information, call 780-723-7437, peter.taylor@livingwaters.ab.ca or go to www.holyredeemerhigh.ca.
Tickets on sale November 1.
For more information, call 780-723-7437, peter.taylor@livingwaters.ab.ca or go to www.holyredeemerhigh.ca.
November 25 & 26, 2011 - Friday and Saturday
Live Music (Ernie O's): Tim Vaughn
November 25 & 26 at 9:30 pm. Ernie O's Pub.
No cover charge.
Tim Vaughn is a multi-instrumentalist, singer-songwriter based in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. His soulful voice and immaculate guitar, bass and keyboard work have been resonating through clubs across Western Canada for the greater part of a decade; energizing and inspiring fans. With shear musicianship and interactive performance, Vaughn leaves audiences wanting more. Tight funky backbeats round growling bass grooves and fresh horn arrangements drive the performances. From four on the floor dance grooves to sultry ballads there is something for every type of dancer to enjoy.
No cover charge.
Tim Vaughn is a multi-instrumentalist, singer-songwriter based in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. His soulful voice and immaculate guitar, bass and keyboard work have been resonating through clubs across Western Canada for the greater part of a decade; energizing and inspiring fans. With shear musicianship and interactive performance, Vaughn leaves audiences wanting more. Tight funky backbeats round growling bass grooves and fresh horn arrangements drive the performances. From four on the floor dance grooves to sultry ballads there is something for every type of dancer to enjoy.
November 25 & 26, 2011 - Friday and Saturday
Annual Event: Heatherwood Fall Festival
November 25 & 26. The Red Brick Arts Centre & Museum.
Heatherwood Fall Festival registration fees: Piano & Voice solos - $15 per entry. Piano ensembles - $15 per entry. Composition Masterclass - $20 per entry. Voice ensembles (under 5 in the group) - $15 per entry. School Choirs -$30 per entry. Community Choirs and larger ensembles - Fees will be based on time spent with the clinician, rather than per entry. Please speak to Matricia Brown for more information. Print the registration page and mail it to Heatherwood Fall Festival, 4434-6 Avenue, Edson, AB, T7E 1B6
The Registration deadline is October 31, 2011.
Heatherwood Fall Festival registration fees: Piano & Voice solos - $15 per entry. Piano ensembles - $15 per entry. Composition Masterclass - $20 per entry. Voice ensembles (under 5 in the group) - $15 per entry. School Choirs -$30 per entry. Community Choirs and larger ensembles - Fees will be based on time spent with the clinician, rather than per entry. Please speak to Matricia Brown for more information. Print the registration page and mail it to Heatherwood Fall Festival, 4434-6 Avenue, Edson, AB, T7E 1B6
The Registration deadline is October 31, 2011.
November 18 & 19, 2011 - Friday and Saturday
Live Music (Ernie O's): Self Evolution
November 18 & 19 at 9:30 pm. Ernie O's Pub.
No cover charge.
Starting by occasional jams in -lead singer- Michael Gress's garage mid 2008, the guys soon started to get a very good vibe from their sound and decided to start working on material. Things started to come together when -guitarist- Marty Powers moved into his house on the west end of the city. This house would be the birth place of a modern rock band and was soon known as "The House of Soul". Things really started to move forward and frequent visitors would come to listen to the practices. Supporters began to develop with the band and their new jam space. With these supporters a few small shows developed for birthdays and house parties. On January 25, 2009 Self Evolution played at Orlando's 2 open jam in Edmonton and soon became friends with the incredible bluesy house band The Vindicators. For the next few months Self Evolution would go quite often to play a spot in the Sunday afternoon ritual. The first official gig was at The Rendezvous Pub in Edmonton on Feb 21/09. Self Evolution started playing shows as much as they could.
No cover charge.
Starting by occasional jams in -lead singer- Michael Gress's garage mid 2008, the guys soon started to get a very good vibe from their sound and decided to start working on material. Things started to come together when -guitarist- Marty Powers moved into his house on the west end of the city. This house would be the birth place of a modern rock band and was soon known as "The House of Soul". Things really started to move forward and frequent visitors would come to listen to the practices. Supporters began to develop with the band and their new jam space. With these supporters a few small shows developed for birthdays and house parties. On January 25, 2009 Self Evolution played at Orlando's 2 open jam in Edmonton and soon became friends with the incredible bluesy house band The Vindicators. For the next few months Self Evolution would go quite often to play a spot in the Sunday afternoon ritual. The first official gig was at The Rendezvous Pub in Edmonton on Feb 21/09. Self Evolution started playing shows as much as they could.
November 18 - 20, 2011 - Friday to Sunday
Biannual Event (Edson Craft Centre & Edson Creative Arts Society): Palette & Pottery Show and Sale
November 18 from 7 - 10 pm; 19 from 10 am - 5 pm; 20 from 12 pm - 4 pm. Edson Public Library building.
No admission charge. Hospitality donation.
Palette & Pottery is a biannual sale hosted by the Edson Craft Centre (Potters Guild) and the Edson Creative Arts Society (visual artists). Functional and decorative pottery created by local potters as well as paintings by local artists will be available for purchase. A portion of the proceeds from the sale help both host groups cover operating costs and purchase equipment.
No admission charge. Hospitality donation.
Palette & Pottery is a biannual sale hosted by the Edson Craft Centre (Potters Guild) and the Edson Creative Arts Society (visual artists). Functional and decorative pottery created by local potters as well as paintings by local artists will be available for purchase. A portion of the proceeds from the sale help both host groups cover operating costs and purchase equipment.
November 17 - 19, 2011 - Thursday to Saturday
Annual Event (The Red Brick): Festival of Trees
November 17 from 9 am - 9 pm; 18 from 9 am - 9 pm; 19 from 11 am - 9 pm. The Red Brick Arts Centre & Museum. No admission charge. Lunch served daily 11:30 am - 1:30 pm for $6.
This year marks Edson's 6th annual Festival of Trees. Come and see the Christmas display of trimmed trees, wreaths, gingerbread houses, and many more gift ideas. Bring your children to see Santa and receive a gift Saturday from 2 - 4 pm. Parents, please bring your camera.
All Silent Auction items are on display and available until 9 pm Saturday night.
Gala Night with refreshments Saturday from 6 - 9 pm.
This year marks Edson's 6th annual Festival of Trees. Come and see the Christmas display of trimmed trees, wreaths, gingerbread houses, and many more gift ideas. Bring your children to see Santa and receive a gift Saturday from 2 - 4 pm. Parents, please bring your camera.
All Silent Auction items are on display and available until 9 pm Saturday night.
Gala Night with refreshments Saturday from 6 - 9 pm.
November 17, 2011 - Thursday
35th Season Ticket Launch (Chautauqua): The Galloway Station Museum
November 17 from 7:30 - 9:00 pm. The Galloway Station Museum.
No admission fee. $90 for four performances (individual ticket prices are $30, $25, $25, $30).
Chautauqua invites everyone to its 35th Season Ticket Launch. Join other arts and culture enthusiasts for a preview of the 2012 season. Season tickets and cds from 2012 performers will be available for purchase. All those who purchase season tickets at the launch will be entered into a draw; one lucky season ticket holder will have the purchase price refunded and win his season tickets for free. Refreshments served. Everyone, especially renewing season ticket holders, is invited to attend. For more information, call Marilyn 780-723-6224 or Doug 780-725-3684.
No admission fee. $90 for four performances (individual ticket prices are $30, $25, $25, $30).
Chautauqua invites everyone to its 35th Season Ticket Launch. Join other arts and culture enthusiasts for a preview of the 2012 season. Season tickets and cds from 2012 performers will be available for purchase. All those who purchase season tickets at the launch will be entered into a draw; one lucky season ticket holder will have the purchase price refunded and win his season tickets for free. Refreshments served. Everyone, especially renewing season ticket holders, is invited to attend. For more information, call Marilyn 780-723-6224 or Doug 780-725-3684.
November 11 & 12, 2011 - Friday and Saturday
Live Music (Ernie O's): Ballgag 'n' Chain Gang
November 11 & 12 at 9:30 pm. Ernie O's Pub.
No cover charge.
Ballgag 'n' Chain Gang is a 5-piece juggernaut of sound; a musical sideshow like no other. With 12 instruments, including horns, lap steels, didgeridoo, and banjo, and 3 lead vocals each giving their own unique sound, they take what is great about music, mix it together, boil it down, and run it through some copper pipes and come out with tunes that are high in proof and sweet in flavor. It's more then just a sound, it's a state of mind.
No cover charge.
Ballgag 'n' Chain Gang is a 5-piece juggernaut of sound; a musical sideshow like no other. With 12 instruments, including horns, lap steels, didgeridoo, and banjo, and 3 lead vocals each giving their own unique sound, they take what is great about music, mix it together, boil it down, and run it through some copper pipes and come out with tunes that are high in proof and sweet in flavor. It's more then just a sound, it's a state of mind.
November 10, 2011 - Thursday
Live Music (Ernie O's): Remembrance Day Jam with The Old Hippies
November 10 at 9 pm. Ernie O's Pub
No cover charge.
No cover charge.
November 5, 2011 - Saturday
Concert : La Vocabella
November 5, 2011 at 7 pm. The Red Brick Arts Centre & Museum.
$12 single tickets and $50 family tickets are available at The Red Brick.
A concert series with favorite repetoire and some Christmas Favorites. Featuring the Vanier Community Catholic School Choir.
La Vocabella, a genre-busting female quintet, is getting ready to bring its special blend of harmony and rhythm to the Heart of the Yellowhead. La Vocabella includes Edson resident Matricia Brown, who is joined by Dena Epp, Bartha Hartman, Regina Landeck and Rebecca Patterson. While they use their voices exclusively for the majority of their repertoire, they also incorporate acoustic and rhythm instruments. They travel with ease between musical eras and genres. Their audiences enjoy the program variety including jazz and swing, pop, folk and a sprinkling of R&B. As the festive season is quickly approaching, the program also includes Christmas selections that will energize your holiday mood with new and well-loved arrangements and even some humorous takes on the holiday season.
For more information, call Matricia Brown at 780-723-5904.
$12 single tickets and $50 family tickets are available at The Red Brick.
A concert series with favorite repetoire and some Christmas Favorites. Featuring the Vanier Community Catholic School Choir.
La Vocabella, a genre-busting female quintet, is getting ready to bring its special blend of harmony and rhythm to the Heart of the Yellowhead. La Vocabella includes Edson resident Matricia Brown, who is joined by Dena Epp, Bartha Hartman, Regina Landeck and Rebecca Patterson. While they use their voices exclusively for the majority of their repertoire, they also incorporate acoustic and rhythm instruments. They travel with ease between musical eras and genres. Their audiences enjoy the program variety including jazz and swing, pop, folk and a sprinkling of R&B. As the festive season is quickly approaching, the program also includes Christmas selections that will energize your holiday mood with new and well-loved arrangements and even some humorous takes on the holiday season.
For more information, call Matricia Brown at 780-723-5904.
November 5, 2011 - Saturday
Annual Event (The Red Brick): Bazaar & Tea
November 5, 2011 from 10 am to 3 pm. The Red Brick Arts Centre & Museum.
For more information, call 780-723-3582.
For more information, call 780-723-3582.
November 4 & 5, 2011 - Friday and Saturday
Live Music (Ernie O's): Freddie and the Axemen
November 4 & 5 at 9:30 pm. Ernie O's Pub.
No cover charge.
Freddie and the Axemen are a very entertaining, dynamic, must see act. If these guys aren’t like a Canadian ZZ Top I don’t know what you’d call them. From the dirtiest low down blues to absolute over the top self-indulging boogie, Freddie delivers from a “been there done that” perspective. Keep your eyes open for an appearance at an event near you.
Tim Meyers - Indie Music
No cover charge.
Freddie and the Axemen are a very entertaining, dynamic, must see act. If these guys aren’t like a Canadian ZZ Top I don’t know what you’d call them. From the dirtiest low down blues to absolute over the top self-indulging boogie, Freddie delivers from a “been there done that” perspective. Keep your eyes open for an appearance at an event near you.
Tim Meyers - Indie Music
November 4, 2011 - Friday
Live Music (TransCanada and CKUA): Matt Masters
November 4 from 8:00 - 9:00 pm. Galloway Station Museum.
Free event.
Join CKUA Radio Network for this live-on-location show, hosted by Grant Stovel. This performance is part of TransCanada's Alberta Backstage Series. All are welcome.
Matt Masters is a 35-year-old Calgary singer: a guitar-playing songwriter of original country and western music with a contemporary edge. Performing between 60 and 100 times annually across Canada and internationally, Matt is a full time musician since 2004, a self-managed, independent artist who makes a living singing.
Free event.
Join CKUA Radio Network for this live-on-location show, hosted by Grant Stovel. This performance is part of TransCanada's Alberta Backstage Series. All are welcome.
Matt Masters is a 35-year-old Calgary singer: a guitar-playing songwriter of original country and western music with a contemporary edge. Performing between 60 and 100 times annually across Canada and internationally, Matt is a full time musician since 2004, a self-managed, independent artist who makes a living singing.
October 28 & 29, 2011 - Friday and Saturday
Live Music (Ernie O's): Bob Cook & the Mucho Nada Party
October 28 & 29 at 9:30 pm. Ernie O's Pub. Halloween Howl on Saturday, October 29.
No cover charge.
Bob Cook & the Mucho Nada Party are an up-vibe band creating soul-shake-able tunes drawing up infectious grooves from rolling roots-rock of your backyard to the reggae-ska-soca-soukous-and-roll from around the world
No cover charge.
Bob Cook & the Mucho Nada Party are an up-vibe band creating soul-shake-able tunes drawing up infectious grooves from rolling roots-rock of your backyard to the reggae-ska-soca-soukous-and-roll from around the world
October 28, 2011 - Friday
Live Music (Sangudo Hotel): Oldscool
October 28 at 9:00 pm. Sangudo Hotel.
Join Edson rockers Oldscool for the Halloween Hoopla in Sangudo at the Sangudo Hotel- wear a costume
Join Edson rockers Oldscool for the Halloween Hoopla in Sangudo at the Sangudo Hotel- wear a costume
October 22, 2011 - Saturday
Book Sale (Friends of the Library): Fall Book Sale
October 22 from 10 am to 3 pm. Edson Public Library.
For more information, call 780-723-6691.
For more information, call 780-723-6691.
October 21 & 22, 2011 - Friday and Saturday
Live Music (Ernie O's): The Old Hippies
October 21 & 22 at 9:30 pm. Ernie O's Pub.
No cover charge.
The Old Hippies are a five-piece rock/country/folk/celtic/original group from Edson, Alberta. Tim Ward (guitar, harmonica, vocals), Dave Ward (mandolin, fiddle, vocals) Jack Drebit (lead guitar,keyboards, vocals) Kirby Smith (bass, keyboards, backing vocals) and Kevin Dye (drums, percussion, vocals).
No cover charge.
The Old Hippies are a five-piece rock/country/folk/celtic/original group from Edson, Alberta. Tim Ward (guitar, harmonica, vocals), Dave Ward (mandolin, fiddle, vocals) Jack Drebit (lead guitar,keyboards, vocals) Kirby Smith (bass, keyboards, backing vocals) and Kevin Dye (drums, percussion, vocals).
October 14 & 15, 2011 - Friday and Saturday
Live Music (Ernie O's): Freeburn
October 14 & 15 at 9:30 pm. Ernie O's Pub.
No cover charge.
For these rockers from Stony Plain, Alberta, making Friction-Free rock means making the music they believe in and love: a sublime yet powerfully heartfelt mix of both classic and contemporary rock and roll. Raw and honest lyrics partnered with searing guitar solos that echo the likes of some of the most legendary artists. This powerful band creates songs of timeless integrity with hints of everything ranging from Classic Southern Rock to Seattle Grunge. Freeburn are not trying to make manufactured music, pump out hits or sell an image. Together, the band mates (most of whom have been close friends for years) organically compose authentic sounds and palpably catchy riffs and melodies. The years of growing up together have allowed for a cohesive composition of music and every song truly sings a different tune. From beer drinkin and hell raisin' to heartache and triumph, Freeburn offers an infectious hook and groove in every piece they do. Their fans range in age from eight to fifty-eight, crossing all walks and demographics, - no surprise, once you have the Freeburn fever...
No cover charge.
For these rockers from Stony Plain, Alberta, making Friction-Free rock means making the music they believe in and love: a sublime yet powerfully heartfelt mix of both classic and contemporary rock and roll. Raw and honest lyrics partnered with searing guitar solos that echo the likes of some of the most legendary artists. This powerful band creates songs of timeless integrity with hints of everything ranging from Classic Southern Rock to Seattle Grunge. Freeburn are not trying to make manufactured music, pump out hits or sell an image. Together, the band mates (most of whom have been close friends for years) organically compose authentic sounds and palpably catchy riffs and melodies. The years of growing up together have allowed for a cohesive composition of music and every song truly sings a different tune. From beer drinkin and hell raisin' to heartache and triumph, Freeburn offers an infectious hook and groove in every piece they do. Their fans range in age from eight to fifty-eight, crossing all walks and demographics, - no surprise, once you have the Freeburn fever...
October 12, 19, 26, November 2 - Wednesdays
Classes (Edson Creative Art Society): Art Classes for Kids
Each Wednesday in October: 5, 12, 19, 26 from 3:45 - 5:00 pm.
$35 fee includes supplies.
Ages 8 and up.
Register at the Circulation Desk of the Edson Public Library.
For more information, call Sonja Boyce at 780-723-6107.
$35 fee includes supplies.
Ages 8 and up.
Register at the Circulation Desk of the Edson Public Library.
For more information, call Sonja Boyce at 780-723-6107.
October 7 & 8, 2011 - Friday and Saturday
Live Music (Ernie O's): Dick MacInnis
October 7 & 8 at 9:30 pm. Ernie O's Pub.
No cover charge.
Dick is currently touring in support of "Everything You've Heard About Love", performing both solo (singer/songwriter) shows, and with his full electric band, which can vary by venue between 3 and 8 members. His live shows have been described as both "hauntingly beautiful" and "highly energetic", and often include a wide range of cover songs from every imaginible genre; it can be not uncommon to see Dick play a Johnny Cash honky-tonk ballad one minute, only to follow with a Snoop-Dogg rap at the request of an audience member eager to try to stump the band. Through all this musical adventure, Dick maintains a unique and refreshing sound, making his original compositions and those of his influences blend seamlessly; indeed - many people have mistaken the works of the masters for Dick's own, and vice-versa.
No cover charge.
Dick is currently touring in support of "Everything You've Heard About Love", performing both solo (singer/songwriter) shows, and with his full electric band, which can vary by venue between 3 and 8 members. His live shows have been described as both "hauntingly beautiful" and "highly energetic", and often include a wide range of cover songs from every imaginible genre; it can be not uncommon to see Dick play a Johnny Cash honky-tonk ballad one minute, only to follow with a Snoop-Dogg rap at the request of an audience member eager to try to stump the band. Through all this musical adventure, Dick maintains a unique and refreshing sound, making his original compositions and those of his influences blend seamlessly; indeed - many people have mistaken the works of the masters for Dick's own, and vice-versa.
October 7 & 8, 2011 - Friday and Saturday
Live Music (Commodore Tavern): Huckfinny
October 7 & 8 at 9:00 pm. Commodore Tavern.
No cover charge.
Huckfinny plays tight, Southern Rock Band...Enjoy hearing the rarities of Rory Gallagher, Robin Trower, ZZ Top, Lynrd Skynrd, and on the flip side of that tappin into some other surprises.
No cover charge.
Huckfinny plays tight, Southern Rock Band...Enjoy hearing the rarities of Rory Gallagher, Robin Trower, ZZ Top, Lynrd Skynrd, and on the flip side of that tappin into some other surprises.
September 30 & October 1, 2011 - Friday and Saturday
Live Music (Ernie O's): The Old Hippies
September 30 and October 1 at 9:30 pm. Ernie O's Pub.
No cover charge.
The Old Hippies are a five-piece rock/country/folk/celtic/original group from Edson, Alberta. Tim Ward (guitar, harmonica, vocals), Dave Ward (mandolin, fiddle, vocals) Jack Drebit (lead guitar,keyboards, vocals) Kirby Smith (bass, keyboards, backing vocals) and Kevin Dye (drums, percussion, vocals).
No cover charge.
The Old Hippies are a five-piece rock/country/folk/celtic/original group from Edson, Alberta. Tim Ward (guitar, harmonica, vocals), Dave Ward (mandolin, fiddle, vocals) Jack Drebit (lead guitar,keyboards, vocals) Kirby Smith (bass, keyboards, backing vocals) and Kevin Dye (drums, percussion, vocals).
September 30 to October 2, 2011 - Friday to Sunday
Annual Event (Gov't of AB Culture and Community Spirit): Arts Days
Edson is a Host Celebration Site. Most events are free and are are funded by grants from The Government of Alberta Culture and Community Spirit and the Town of Edson. See the Alberta Arts Days 2011 in Edson page on this website for the Edson schedule.
September 25, 2011 - Sunday
Special Event (Galloway Station Museum & Travel Centre and the Edson Centennial Park Pavilion): Grand Opening
September 25 from 1 - 5 pm. Galloway Station Museum & Travel Centre and the Edson Centennial Park Pavilion.
Free admission (one day only).
The Edson and District Historical Society, The Town of Edson, and The Arts Centre for Edson Society invite everyone to attend.
Free admission (one day only).
The Edson and District Historical Society, The Town of Edson, and The Arts Centre for Edson Society invite everyone to attend.
September 24, 2011 - Saturday
Edson Centennial Event (Town of Edson): An Evening with the ESO
September 24
$30 tickets available at Thymes Two, Town Office, Kwik Crests, and Chamber of Commerce Office.
Homecoming Weekend, and the almost year long 100th Anniversary Celebration will come to a close with a performance of the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra. The Symphony is also celebrating its 60th anniversary this year. This will be the ESO's first ever performance in Edson. The music of the evening will consist of well known selections of the last 100 years.
For more information, contact Les Halliwell at 780-723-3713.
$30 tickets available at Thymes Two, Town Office, Kwik Crests, and Chamber of Commerce Office.
Homecoming Weekend, and the almost year long 100th Anniversary Celebration will come to a close with a performance of the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra. The Symphony is also celebrating its 60th anniversary this year. This will be the ESO's first ever performance in Edson. The music of the evening will consist of well known selections of the last 100 years.
For more information, contact Les Halliwell at 780-723-3713.
September 24, 2011 - Saturday
Edson Centennial Event (Town of Edson): Edson's 100th Anniversary Parade
September 24. Parade begins at 11 am.
PLEASE NOTE THE CHANGE IN PARADE ROUTE
-South on 48th Street from Parkland High.
-East on 9th to 46th.
-South to 6th Ave.
-West to 56th Street.
-North on 56th Street to 13th Ave.
-East to Parkland High parking lot.
For more information, call 780-723-6098.
PLEASE NOTE THE CHANGE IN PARADE ROUTE
-South on 48th Street from Parkland High.
-East on 9th to 46th.
-South to 6th Ave.
-West to 56th Street.
-North on 56th Street to 13th Ave.
-East to Parkland High parking lot.
For more information, call 780-723-6098.
September 23 & 24, 2011 - Friday & Saturday
Live Music (Ernie O's): Chris Durand
September 23 & 24 at 9:30 pm. Ernie O's Pub.
No cover charge.
Blues with the Chris Durand Band.
No cover charge.
Blues with the Chris Durand Band.
September 16 & 17, 2011 - Friday and Saturday
Live Music (Ernie O's): Matt Blais
September 16, 2011 - Friday
Live Music (Woodcutter Lounge - Hinton): Oldscool
September 16, 2011 at 9:00 pm. The Woodcutter Lounge at the Twin Pine Motor Inn in Hinton.
$6 cover charge.
Edson band Oldscool invites everyone to enjoy a night of live rock cover tunes in Hinton.
$6 cover charge.
Edson band Oldscool invites everyone to enjoy a night of live rock cover tunes in Hinton.
September 16, 2011 - Friday
Live Music (Zorba's): Mandy McMillan
September 16, 2011 at 9:00 pm. Zorba's at the Nova Inn.
$3 cover charge.
Mandy McMillan is a young country western singer and songwriter from central Alberta. She performas both original and cover songs.
$3 cover charge.
Mandy McMillan is a young country western singer and songwriter from central Alberta. She performas both original and cover songs.
September 14, 2011 - Wednesday
Meeting (ACES): Arts Centre for Edson Society Annual General Meeting
September 14, 2011 at 7:00 pm. The library at Holy Redeemer School.
For more information, contact Peter Taylor at peter.taylor@livingwaters.ab.ca.
For more information, contact Peter Taylor at peter.taylor@livingwaters.ab.ca.
September 9 & 10, 2011 - Friday and Saturday
Live Music (Ernie O's): The Old Hippies
September 9 & 10 at 9:30 pm. Ernie O's Pub.
No cover charge.
The Old Hippies are a five-piece rock/country/folk/celtic/original group from Edson, Alberta. Tim Ward (guitar, harmonica, vocals), Dave Ward (mandolin, fiddle, vocals) Jack Drebit (lead guitar,keyboards, vocals) Kirby Smith (bass, keyboards, backing vocals) and Kevin Dye (drums, percussion, vocals).
No cover charge.
The Old Hippies are a five-piece rock/country/folk/celtic/original group from Edson, Alberta. Tim Ward (guitar, harmonica, vocals), Dave Ward (mandolin, fiddle, vocals) Jack Drebit (lead guitar,keyboards, vocals) Kirby Smith (bass, keyboards, backing vocals) and Kevin Dye (drums, percussion, vocals).
September 2 & 3, 2011 - Friday and Saturday
Live Music (Ernie O's): Bob Cook & the Mucho Nada Party
September 2 & 3 at 9:30 pm. Ernie O's Pub.
No cover charge.
Bob Cook & the Mucho Nada Party are an up-vibe band creating soul-shake-able tunes drawing up infectious grooves from rolling roots-rock of your backyard to the reggae-ska-soca-soukous-and-roll from around the world
No cover charge.
Bob Cook & the Mucho Nada Party are an up-vibe band creating soul-shake-able tunes drawing up infectious grooves from rolling roots-rock of your backyard to the reggae-ska-soca-soukous-and-roll from around the world
August 25 & 26, 2011 - Thursday and Friday
Live Music (Ernie O's): The Sean Carney Band
August 25 & 26 at 9:30 pm. Ernie O's Pub.
No cover charge.
"Sean Carney is the real deal...echoes of T Bone Walker and Pee Wee Crayton permeate his tasty guitar solos, while his songwriting and singing reveal an artist of depth and class. He has played our festival twice in the past 5 years, to exceptional crowd response. Highly recommended."
Cam Hayden
Producer, Edmonton's Labatt Blues Festival
Announcer/Producer, CKUA Radio Network
Talent Buyer, Blues at the Bow
No cover charge.
"Sean Carney is the real deal...echoes of T Bone Walker and Pee Wee Crayton permeate his tasty guitar solos, while his songwriting and singing reveal an artist of depth and class. He has played our festival twice in the past 5 years, to exceptional crowd response. Highly recommended."
Cam Hayden
Producer, Edmonton's Labatt Blues Festival
Announcer/Producer, CKUA Radio Network
Talent Buyer, Blues at the Bow
August 24, 2011 - Wednesday
Planning Meeting (CANOE): Arts Days 2011
August 24 at 7 pm. The Red Brick Arts Centre & Museum.
Have you heard the news? Edson is a Host Celebration Site for Alberta Arts Days 2011. There are a variety of activities planned for Arts Days, Sept. 30 - Oct. 02. Come out to this meeting and become part of it!
For more information, contact Robyne at 780-712-6357.
Have you heard the news? Edson is a Host Celebration Site for Alberta Arts Days 2011. There are a variety of activities planned for Arts Days, Sept. 30 - Oct. 02. Come out to this meeting and become part of it!
For more information, contact Robyne at 780-712-6357.
August 19 & 20, 2011 - Friday and Saturday
Live Music (Ernie O's): The Kyler Schogen Band
August 19 & 10 at 9:30 pm. Ernie O's Pub.
No cover charge.
The Kyler Schogen Band's signature sound is funky blues and rock with pop/rock hooks. The group is all about flowing grooves and soulful deliveries. Starting in 1996 and covering ground from Whitehorse, (Yukon), to the Mexican border, they've played over 1350 shows in the past ten years. "Pocket Fulla Nothin'", their third CD, was released May 1st, 2011 on SunCave Records.Their live sets are dynamic and built on a wide range of experience and depth. No matter what the song, the focus is always on everyone having a good time.
No cover charge.
The Kyler Schogen Band's signature sound is funky blues and rock with pop/rock hooks. The group is all about flowing grooves and soulful deliveries. Starting in 1996 and covering ground from Whitehorse, (Yukon), to the Mexican border, they've played over 1350 shows in the past ten years. "Pocket Fulla Nothin'", their third CD, was released May 1st, 2011 on SunCave Records.Their live sets are dynamic and built on a wide range of experience and depth. No matter what the song, the focus is always on everyone having a good time.
August 18 - 20, 2011 - Thursday to Saturday
Annual Event (The Edson and District Chamber of Commerce): Sidewalk Jamboree
August 18 - 20. Main Street.
The Edson and District Chamber of Commerce invite you to join our residents in a weekend fun and frolic. The centre of our business area is closed to traffic. A midway carnival atmosphere is created, covering five city blocks, with rides, games, food and a chance to meet old and new friends.
For more information, contact the Edson Chamber of Commerce at 780-723-4918.
The Edson and District Chamber of Commerce invite you to join our residents in a weekend fun and frolic. The centre of our business area is closed to traffic. A midway carnival atmosphere is created, covering five city blocks, with rides, games, food and a chance to meet old and new friends.
For more information, contact the Edson Chamber of Commerce at 780-723-4918.
August 13 & 14, 2011 - Friday and Saturday
Live Music (Ernie O's): Vacation On Mars
August 13 & 14 at 9:30 pm. Ernie O's Pub.
No cover charge.
Edmonton Power Trio
Cam Basler- Lead Vocals/Guitar
Chad Carmichael- Drums/Background Noise
John Turnball-Bass/Background Noise
Vacation On Mars: “Large, Loud, Living on the edge, Rock ‘n’ Roll! That’s Vacation On Mars in a nutshell,” says Cameron Basler, lead singer and guitar player for the three piece rock n roll jaunt called “Vacation On Mars”. This three piece band sounds like a five piece!” one great mind once said. They have amazing songs, great dynamics, amusing personalities, and they put on a unique and spectacular live show too. They combine the styles of rock, blues, alternative, folk and metal into something that is truly a Vacation On Mars. They have opened up for such bands as the New Meanies, the Grapes of Wrath, Captain Tractor, Butterfinger, Skid Row,10 Second Epic, Hedley, Chunk, Johsua..s Habit ,Todd Kerns just to name a few.
No cover charge.
Edmonton Power Trio
Cam Basler- Lead Vocals/Guitar
Chad Carmichael- Drums/Background Noise
John Turnball-Bass/Background Noise
Vacation On Mars: “Large, Loud, Living on the edge, Rock ‘n’ Roll! That’s Vacation On Mars in a nutshell,” says Cameron Basler, lead singer and guitar player for the three piece rock n roll jaunt called “Vacation On Mars”. This three piece band sounds like a five piece!” one great mind once said. They have amazing songs, great dynamics, amusing personalities, and they put on a unique and spectacular live show too. They combine the styles of rock, blues, alternative, folk and metal into something that is truly a Vacation On Mars. They have opened up for such bands as the New Meanies, the Grapes of Wrath, Captain Tractor, Butterfinger, Skid Row,10 Second Epic, Hedley, Chunk, Johsua..s Habit ,Todd Kerns just to name a few.
August 5 & 6, 2011 - Friday & Saturday
Live Music (Ernie O's): Whitemud
August 5 & 6 at 9:30 pm. Ernie O's Pub.
No cover charge.
Whitemud.
Todd Moffatt- Lead Vocal
Tyler Wyatt - Bass
Gary Ohrn - Drums
Sean Delman -Guitar
No cover charge.
Whitemud.
Todd Moffatt- Lead Vocal
Tyler Wyatt - Bass
Gary Ohrn - Drums
Sean Delman -Guitar
July 31, 2011 - Sunday
Live Music (Kin Slo-Pitch Tournament): Big Sugar
July 31, 2011. Kinsmen Vision Park.
$15 cover charge at the Hangar.
Big Sugar is:
Gordie Johnson – guitar/vocals
Garry Lowe – bass
Kelly “Mr Chill” Hoppe – harmonica/sax/melodica
Friendlyness – keyboards/toasting
Stephane “Bodean” Beaudin – drums
Big Sugar became legendary early on for their live guitar-driven rock shows. From 1993’s “Five Hundred Pounds” thru 2003’s “Hit & Run”, their signature sound evolved to include blends of heavy reggae, dub and blues. This, coupled with their relentless touring and recording, and their continued dedication to their fans, earned Big Sugar international success, top radio singles and platinum sales across Canada.
With their new 2011 album, Big Sugar are back, bigger and better than ever!
For more information, call the Kin-Line at 780-723-7870.
$15 cover charge at the Hangar.
Big Sugar is:
Gordie Johnson – guitar/vocals
Garry Lowe – bass
Kelly “Mr Chill” Hoppe – harmonica/sax/melodica
Friendlyness – keyboards/toasting
Stephane “Bodean” Beaudin – drums
Big Sugar became legendary early on for their live guitar-driven rock shows. From 1993’s “Five Hundred Pounds” thru 2003’s “Hit & Run”, their signature sound evolved to include blends of heavy reggae, dub and blues. This, coupled with their relentless touring and recording, and their continued dedication to their fans, earned Big Sugar international success, top radio singles and platinum sales across Canada.
With their new 2011 album, Big Sugar are back, bigger and better than ever!
For more information, call the Kin-Line at 780-723-7870.
July 30, 2011 - Saturday
Live Music (Kin Slo-Pitch Tournament): Corb Lund
July 30, 2011. Kinsmen Vision Park.
$15 cover charge at the Hangar.
JUNO award winner and seven-time CCMA Roots Artist of the Year Corb Lund is, at the heart, an
unparalleled regional storyteller. Losin’ Lately Gambler, Corb’s sixth album and first major
international release, is another engrossing collection of sharply drawn characters and richly authentic tales inspired by his own ancestry from the Canadian West.
$15 cover charge at the Hangar.
JUNO award winner and seven-time CCMA Roots Artist of the Year Corb Lund is, at the heart, an
unparalleled regional storyteller. Losin’ Lately Gambler, Corb’s sixth album and first major
international release, is another engrossing collection of sharply drawn characters and richly authentic tales inspired by his own ancestry from the Canadian West.
July 22 & 23, 2011 - Friday and Saturday
Live Music (Ernie O's): The Pernell Reichert Band
July 22 & 23 at 9:30 pm. Ernie O's Pub.
No cover charge.
The Pernell Reichert Band are a four piece band from Vancouver, Canada. Their music has been described as fast folk, alt folk, alt country, acid country, country punk, or cow punk. In 2004, after four years as a solo artist Pernell formed the band in order to secure bigger gigs. The original name was The Pernell Reichert Band, but they changed the name to Pernell Reichert and the Hard Drinkers in hopes of sounding more up tempo and hard rocking. Recently, the name was changed back to The Pernell Reichert Band as it was decided it sounded more professional.
The current line-up consists of Pernell on acoustic guitar, electric slide guitar, harmonica, banjo, and vocals; Matt MacDougall on bass and background vocals; Tom Tischer on drums and background vocals; and Lewis Holloway on piano/keys. The band's live act features fast folky songs, electric slide guitar songs, foot stomping banjo songs, solo acoustic songs and witty banter with the audience.
No cover charge.
The Pernell Reichert Band are a four piece band from Vancouver, Canada. Their music has been described as fast folk, alt folk, alt country, acid country, country punk, or cow punk. In 2004, after four years as a solo artist Pernell formed the band in order to secure bigger gigs. The original name was The Pernell Reichert Band, but they changed the name to Pernell Reichert and the Hard Drinkers in hopes of sounding more up tempo and hard rocking. Recently, the name was changed back to The Pernell Reichert Band as it was decided it sounded more professional.
The current line-up consists of Pernell on acoustic guitar, electric slide guitar, harmonica, banjo, and vocals; Matt MacDougall on bass and background vocals; Tom Tischer on drums and background vocals; and Lewis Holloway on piano/keys. The band's live act features fast folky songs, electric slide guitar songs, foot stomping banjo songs, solo acoustic songs and witty banter with the audience.
July 15 & 16, 2011 - Friday and Saturday
Live Music (Ernie O's): The Old Hippies
July 15 & 16 at 9:30 pm. Ernie O's Pub.
No cover charge.
The Old Hippies are a five-piece rock/country/folk/celtic/original group from Edson, Alberta. Tim Ward (guitar, harmonica, vocals), Dave Ward (mandolin, fiddle, vocals) Jack Drebit (lead guitar,keyboards, vocals) Kirby Smith (bass, keyboards, backing vocals) and Kevin Dye (drums, percussion, vocals).
No cover charge.
The Old Hippies are a five-piece rock/country/folk/celtic/original group from Edson, Alberta. Tim Ward (guitar, harmonica, vocals), Dave Ward (mandolin, fiddle, vocals) Jack Drebit (lead guitar,keyboards, vocals) Kirby Smith (bass, keyboards, backing vocals) and Kevin Dye (drums, percussion, vocals).
July 9, 2011 - Saturday
Edson Centennial Event (Town of Edson): Edson's 100th Anniversary Parade
July 9. Parade begins at 11 am.
PLEASE NOTE THE CHANGE IN PARADE ROUTE
-South on 48th Street from Parkland High.
-East on 9th to 46th.
-South to 6th Ave.
-West to 56th Street.
-North on 56th Street to 13th Ave.
-East to Parkland High parking lot.
For more information, call 780-723-6098.
PLEASE NOTE THE CHANGE IN PARADE ROUTE
-South on 48th Street from Parkland High.
-East on 9th to 46th.
-South to 6th Ave.
-West to 56th Street.
-North on 56th Street to 13th Ave.
-East to Parkland High parking lot.
For more information, call 780-723-6098.
July 8 & 9, 2011 - Friday and Saturday
Live Music (Ernie O's): Ballgag 'n Chain Gang
July 8 & 9 at 9:30 pm. Ernie O's Pub.
No cover charge.
Ballgag 'n' Chain Gang is a 5-piece juggernaut of sound; a musical sideshow like no other. With 12 instruments, including horns, lap steels, didgeridoo, and banjo, and 3 lead vocals each giving their own unique sound, they take what is great about music, mix it together, boil it down, and run it through some copper pipes and come out with tunes that are high in proof and sweet in flavor. It's more then just a sound, it's a state of mind.
No cover charge.
Ballgag 'n' Chain Gang is a 5-piece juggernaut of sound; a musical sideshow like no other. With 12 instruments, including horns, lap steels, didgeridoo, and banjo, and 3 lead vocals each giving their own unique sound, they take what is great about music, mix it together, boil it down, and run it through some copper pipes and come out with tunes that are high in proof and sweet in flavor. It's more then just a sound, it's a state of mind.
July 4 to 23, 2011
Summer Camp (The Red Brick Summer Theatre Camp): The Wizard of Oz
July 4 - 23, 2011: 9 am - 3 pm weekdays. The Red Brick Art Centre & Museum.
Students aged 8-18 are invited to join us for our second summer musical theatre camp. Come and learn The Wizard of Oz. Be part of the 4 shows at the end. Learn all about singing, acting, stage management and costumes and have a lot of fun doing it! Registration form
For more information, call Matricia Brown (723-5904), Diana Inscho (723-), or Juanita Stauffer (723-6566). Register soon!
Students aged 8-18 are invited to join us for our second summer musical theatre camp. Come and learn The Wizard of Oz. Be part of the 4 shows at the end. Learn all about singing, acting, stage management and costumes and have a lot of fun doing it! Registration form
For more information, call Matricia Brown (723-5904), Diana Inscho (723-), or Juanita Stauffer (723-6566). Register soon!
July 1 to 10, 2011
Pottery Exibition and Sale (Urban Forest Design Studio): Summer Exhibition and Sale
July 1 to 10 from 10 am to 5 pm. Urban Forest Design Studio.
Edson Wildwood Edmonton
X-------------UF---X--------------------------------------X (Hwy 16)
Approx. 80 km east of Edson on Hwy16 (9km west of Wildwood). Turn South on RR102, 250m.
The start of the year has been quite different for us. Never before have we experienced a fire ban in the Spring, (especially when we had to drain 10,000 litres of water out of the garden) but when it is province-wide, firings must wait!
As soon as the bans were lifted, we madly did two firings and will be doing another this week. Join us to see the results. See you soon! - Christian & Enzien
For more information, contact Urban Forest Design Studio at 780-325-2360 or cbarr@planet.eon.net.
Edson Wildwood Edmonton
X-------------UF---X--------------------------------------X (Hwy 16)
Approx. 80 km east of Edson on Hwy16 (9km west of Wildwood). Turn South on RR102, 250m.
The start of the year has been quite different for us. Never before have we experienced a fire ban in the Spring, (especially when we had to drain 10,000 litres of water out of the garden) but when it is province-wide, firings must wait!
As soon as the bans were lifted, we madly did two firings and will be doing another this week. Join us to see the results. See you soon! - Christian & Enzien
For more information, contact Urban Forest Design Studio at 780-325-2360 or cbarr@planet.eon.net.
July 1, 2011 - Friday
Annual Event (Town of Edson): Canada Day Celebration
July 1.
Pancake breakfast at the Legion Hall from 10:00 am to 12:00 noon.
Games, food, and live entertainment at the LEISURE CENTRE from 1:00 pm to 10:30 pm.
Fireworks at Centennial Park at 11:15 pm.
Entertainment will include:
• Al Simmons
• HOJA
• Magic Show
• Face Painting
• Inflatable Jumper
• And much more…
For more information, contact Andrea Laboucane at 780-723-4403 or andreal@townofedson.ca.
Pancake breakfast at the Legion Hall from 10:00 am to 12:00 noon.
Games, food, and live entertainment at the LEISURE CENTRE from 1:00 pm to 10:30 pm.
Fireworks at Centennial Park at 11:15 pm.
Entertainment will include:
• Al Simmons
• HOJA
• Magic Show
• Face Painting
• Inflatable Jumper
• And much more…
For more information, contact Andrea Laboucane at 780-723-4403 or andreal@townofedson.ca.
June 24 & 25 - Friday & Saturday
Live Music (Ernie O's): The Wiremen
June 24 & 25 at 9:30 pm. Ernie O's Pub.
No cover charge.
The Wiremen are a 5-piece Roots Rockin’ Rhythm & Blues act that is comprised of seasoned and established musicians from Central Alberta. They deliver an up-tempo, hi-energy professional show that gets people off their seat and on the dance floor. You will hear a classic, diverse and exciting selection of swinging Rock & Roll and Rhythm & Blues numbers, mixed with The Wiremen’s grooving, hard driving originals.
Frontman/Rhythm Guitarist Creed Henry Taylor recently relocated his family to Alberta from Austin, Texas, where he was a bandleader since 1991, enjoying a fruitful success as a singer/songwriter playing the top clubs and festivals. Taylor has shared the stage with dozens of name artists and his band was the sole opening act for Blues master James Cotton, R&B legend Delbert McClinton and rock icon Bob Dylan. Creed has sought out the right musicians for “The Wiremen”, not only in abilities but their solid commitment to the vision and the music.
Next to join was veteran Alberta Drummer/Vocalist Arne Mack. Since 1969, Arne has been laying down the beat for countless Alberta bands and has also led his own projects, including SRO, which was Alberta’s top cabaret band. A great singer/songwriter also, Arne is an ARIA member and well respected in the Alberta music community.
Lead Guitarist/Vocalist Chris Schueller was the next addition. A unique and powerful player, Chris was tearing up the festivals and clubs in Germany for many years fronting the blues rock band One Dog Town before moving to Alberta. A terrific songwriter to boot, Chris sets the stage afire with his fiery but tasteful licks.
Roy James has seen and done it all - he has been up and down the road fronting Rock, Blues and Country Bands for decades. With his 1976 Fender Jazz Bass, a phenomenal voice and great stage presence he works hard in the engine room of the band, laying down the groove with an edgy, wiry sound.
Last to join- but certainly not least - was killer harpman/ sax player Ron Halliday. With a soaring style, Ron binds the signature licks and leads. A multi instrumentalist and great singer, he may even change to his flute in midsong. As a veteran of many Calgary based blues bands, he is the spice of the group.
No cover charge.
The Wiremen are a 5-piece Roots Rockin’ Rhythm & Blues act that is comprised of seasoned and established musicians from Central Alberta. They deliver an up-tempo, hi-energy professional show that gets people off their seat and on the dance floor. You will hear a classic, diverse and exciting selection of swinging Rock & Roll and Rhythm & Blues numbers, mixed with The Wiremen’s grooving, hard driving originals.
Frontman/Rhythm Guitarist Creed Henry Taylor recently relocated his family to Alberta from Austin, Texas, where he was a bandleader since 1991, enjoying a fruitful success as a singer/songwriter playing the top clubs and festivals. Taylor has shared the stage with dozens of name artists and his band was the sole opening act for Blues master James Cotton, R&B legend Delbert McClinton and rock icon Bob Dylan. Creed has sought out the right musicians for “The Wiremen”, not only in abilities but their solid commitment to the vision and the music.
Next to join was veteran Alberta Drummer/Vocalist Arne Mack. Since 1969, Arne has been laying down the beat for countless Alberta bands and has also led his own projects, including SRO, which was Alberta’s top cabaret band. A great singer/songwriter also, Arne is an ARIA member and well respected in the Alberta music community.
Lead Guitarist/Vocalist Chris Schueller was the next addition. A unique and powerful player, Chris was tearing up the festivals and clubs in Germany for many years fronting the blues rock band One Dog Town before moving to Alberta. A terrific songwriter to boot, Chris sets the stage afire with his fiery but tasteful licks.
Roy James has seen and done it all - he has been up and down the road fronting Rock, Blues and Country Bands for decades. With his 1976 Fender Jazz Bass, a phenomenal voice and great stage presence he works hard in the engine room of the band, laying down the groove with an edgy, wiry sound.
Last to join- but certainly not least - was killer harpman/ sax player Ron Halliday. With a soaring style, Ron binds the signature licks and leads. A multi instrumentalist and great singer, he may even change to his flute in midsong. As a veteran of many Calgary based blues bands, he is the spice of the group.
June 24, 2011 - Friday
Live Music (Mojo's Java): Mechanical Rhythm School's Out For Summer Jam
June 24 from 4:00 to 7:00 pm. Mojo's Java.
$5 tickets available at Mojo's.
Come rock out with Mechanical Rhythm.
For more information, contact Tyler at 780-517-1710.
$5 tickets available at Mojo's.
Come rock out with Mechanical Rhythm.
For more information, contact Tyler at 780-517-1710.
June 23, 2011 - Thursday
Workshop (Creative Campus): Voice and Movement with David Wilson
June 23 from 7:00 to 9:30 pm. Red Brick Dance Studio (upstairs).
$40 workshop fee. Register at The Red Brick or call Tracy at 780-723-5131.
Creative Campus presents a workshop with renowned instructor David Wilson. This is a great opportunity for teachers, singers, speakers, actors or anyone interested in using their voices more effectively.
Find your core, be strong. Find your voice, be heard. Find your breath, be serene.
This workshop is for everyone - for those interested in the art of breathing, the joy of movement, for those who can sing, and especially for those who think they can't: Open your mind, free your body, liberate your breath and unleash your voice.
In this fun and safe workshop we will explore vocal yoga, natural breathing techniques and metaphorical movement. Join us for Fun, Creativity, Laughter, Joy, and Exuberant Self-Expression!
For more information, contact Tracy Templeton at 780-723-5131.
$40 workshop fee. Register at The Red Brick or call Tracy at 780-723-5131.
Creative Campus presents a workshop with renowned instructor David Wilson. This is a great opportunity for teachers, singers, speakers, actors or anyone interested in using their voices more effectively.
Find your core, be strong. Find your voice, be heard. Find your breath, be serene.
This workshop is for everyone - for those interested in the art of breathing, the joy of movement, for those who can sing, and especially for those who think they can't: Open your mind, free your body, liberate your breath and unleash your voice.
In this fun and safe workshop we will explore vocal yoga, natural breathing techniques and metaphorical movement. Join us for Fun, Creativity, Laughter, Joy, and Exuberant Self-Expression!
For more information, contact Tracy Templeton at 780-723-5131.
June 17 & 18, 2011 - Friday & Saturday
Live Music (Ernie O's): Matt Blais
WANTED!
Stories & Poems from Edson and area
DEADLINE EXTENDED TO JUNE 15, 2011
Inspired by Edson’s Centennial Year, Creative Campus, Edson Public Library, and Edson WRITES! are collaborating to compile a collection of local writing. Everyone living in Edson and the surrounding area is invited to take part. Selected works to be published in The Muskeg Diaries.
Names of all who submit writing will be entered in a draw for prizes.
Writers selected for publication will receive a copy of The Muskeg Diaries and a piece of official Centennial memorabilia.
2500 word maximum, no minimum.
One entry per person.
Non-fiction, fiction, memoir, and poetry are all welcome. You could write about the present, past, or future—or imagine and create something entirely different. Submissions should somehow relate to Edson and/or the surrounding area.
For more information call Tracy at 780-723-5131 or email submissions to templeton.tracy@gmail.com
Hard copies can be dropped at the Edson Public Library
Names of all who submit writing will be entered in a draw for prizes.
Writers selected for publication will receive a copy of The Muskeg Diaries and a piece of official Centennial memorabilia.
2500 word maximum, no minimum.
One entry per person.
Non-fiction, fiction, memoir, and poetry are all welcome. You could write about the present, past, or future—or imagine and create something entirely different. Submissions should somehow relate to Edson and/or the surrounding area.
For more information call Tracy at 780-723-5131 or email submissions to templeton.tracy@gmail.com
Hard copies can be dropped at the Edson Public Library
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June 10 & 11, 2011 - Friday & Saturday
Live Music (Ernie O's): Jake Ian & The Haymakers
June 10 & 11 at 9:30 pm. Ernie O's Pub.
No cover charge.
Jake Ian is a guitarist/ singer/ songwriter hailing from Warspite, Alberta, a small hamlet of 48 people located 100 km north east of Edmonton. Growing up in the country, Ian realized the value of hard work at a young age and this has proven invaluable in his musical endeavors. Ian began his music career in High School starting the legendary Edmonton punk rock act, PiND, in which he was the lead guitarist, lead vocalist and chief songwriter. PiND released four albums in their nine year career including 2001’s PiND, 2004’s End Of Summer, 2006’s She Slugged Me and 2007’s Potential.
No cover charge.
Jake Ian is a guitarist/ singer/ songwriter hailing from Warspite, Alberta, a small hamlet of 48 people located 100 km north east of Edmonton. Growing up in the country, Ian realized the value of hard work at a young age and this has proven invaluable in his musical endeavors. Ian began his music career in High School starting the legendary Edmonton punk rock act, PiND, in which he was the lead guitarist, lead vocalist and chief songwriter. PiND released four albums in their nine year career including 2001’s PiND, 2004’s End Of Summer, 2006’s She Slugged Me and 2007’s Potential.
June 10 & 11, 2011 - Friday & Saturday
Special Show: 100 Quilts for 100 Years
June 10 from 10 am to 8 pm & June 11 from 10 am to 4 pm. Edson Leisure Centre.
Join local area quilters celebrating 100 years of quilting.
For more information, contact Ivy Jorgensen at 780-723-5370 or Debby Kehler at 780-723-3942.
Join local area quilters celebrating 100 years of quilting.
For more information, contact Ivy Jorgensen at 780-723-5370 or Debby Kehler at 780-723-3942.
June 10, 2011 - Friday
Live Music (YRAF Creative Campus): For the Birds - Coffee House Show
June 10 from 7 - 9 pm. Mojo's Java.
$10.00 tickets available at Mojo's.
For more information, contact Tracy Tempelton at 780-723-5131.
Top BC Songwriters Flock Together for Tour
Three of B.C.s best female singer-songwriters will tour BC...and Alberta together this fall as ‘For the Birds’, an in-the-round ensemble of three part harmonies, hilarious stories and their version of the truth. All three placed in the top six of Vancouver's Lilith Local Talent Search, an online songwriting contest geared towards drumming up new talent for Sarah McLachlan's 2010 “Lilith” tour. Aspen Switzer, Genevieve Rainey and Elaine Ryan begin their tour on May 24th in the Kootenays, head through Alberta and back through the Okanagan, finishing at the Railway Club in Vancouver on July 3rd.
$10.00 tickets available at Mojo's.
For more information, contact Tracy Tempelton at 780-723-5131.
Top BC Songwriters Flock Together for Tour
Three of B.C.s best female singer-songwriters will tour BC...and Alberta together this fall as ‘For the Birds’, an in-the-round ensemble of three part harmonies, hilarious stories and their version of the truth. All three placed in the top six of Vancouver's Lilith Local Talent Search, an online songwriting contest geared towards drumming up new talent for Sarah McLachlan's 2010 “Lilith” tour. Aspen Switzer, Genevieve Rainey and Elaine Ryan begin their tour on May 24th in the Kootenays, head through Alberta and back through the Okanagan, finishing at the Railway Club in Vancouver on July 3rd.
June 4, 2011 - Saturday
Annual Event (The Red Brick Art Centre & Museum): Strawberry Tea & Bake Sale
June 4 from 10 am to 3 pm.
June 3 & 4, 2011 - Saturday & Sunday
Live Music (Ernie O's): Shane Chisholm
June 3 & 4 at 9:30 pm. Ernie O's Pub.
$5 cover charge.
2 time CCMA Award winner Shane Chisholm has become a tour de force, performing around the globe sharing his passion for music and the ungentle art of show business. Be it BMX style acrobatic tricks on the Upright Gas Tank Bass to chanting anthems back and forth with an unsuspecting audience, Shane will have you at your attention from the beginning till the end.
As well as writing, producing and performing Sault Ste Marie born Chisholm has been crafting his own musical instruments. Shane's latest addition to his collection is called "Tank" an Upright Bass crafted from a gas tank from a Chevy Astro Mini-van which won CCMA Special Instrument of the Year 2010.
Shane's most honorable experience was touring in the Persian Gulf and Afghanistan in support our Canadian Forces.
Shane was recently welcomed into Ole Publishing family with a single song publishing deal which was won at the 2009 CCMA awards where he was also honored by being nominated along side of Corb Lund, Mike Plume and Ridely Bent for Country Roots Artist of the year. Chisholm's Hitchhiking Buddha CD was recently picked up for distribution from Fontana North a subsidiary of Universal Music Group, nominated for Country Recording of the Year through the Western Canadian Music Awards and for Album Design of the Year from the Canadian Country Music Awards followed by a 2010 nomination for CCMA Roots Artist of the Year Chisholm's sophomore record is now underway and there's no sign of the Chisholm Camp slowing down as he was recently profiled in The American Publication "Country Weekly Magazine".
$5 cover charge.
2 time CCMA Award winner Shane Chisholm has become a tour de force, performing around the globe sharing his passion for music and the ungentle art of show business. Be it BMX style acrobatic tricks on the Upright Gas Tank Bass to chanting anthems back and forth with an unsuspecting audience, Shane will have you at your attention from the beginning till the end.
As well as writing, producing and performing Sault Ste Marie born Chisholm has been crafting his own musical instruments. Shane's latest addition to his collection is called "Tank" an Upright Bass crafted from a gas tank from a Chevy Astro Mini-van which won CCMA Special Instrument of the Year 2010.
Shane's most honorable experience was touring in the Persian Gulf and Afghanistan in support our Canadian Forces.
Shane was recently welcomed into Ole Publishing family with a single song publishing deal which was won at the 2009 CCMA awards where he was also honored by being nominated along side of Corb Lund, Mike Plume and Ridely Bent for Country Roots Artist of the year. Chisholm's Hitchhiking Buddha CD was recently picked up for distribution from Fontana North a subsidiary of Universal Music Group, nominated for Country Recording of the Year through the Western Canadian Music Awards and for Album Design of the Year from the Canadian Country Music Awards followed by a 2010 nomination for CCMA Roots Artist of the Year Chisholm's sophomore record is now underway and there's no sign of the Chisholm Camp slowing down as he was recently profiled in The American Publication "Country Weekly Magazine".
June 3, 2011 - Friday
Fundraiser (Various): Benefit Dance for Slave Lake Wildfire Disaster Relief
June 3 at 7 pm. Edson Legion Hall.
Cash donations accepted at the door. All proceeds will go the Slave Lake wildfire rebuilding efforts.
Benefit dance in conjunction with the Kinsmen, Kinnettes, Edson Ladies Auxiliary and Edson Royal Canadian Legion.
Cash bar. Silent Auction (items greatly appreciated). Entertainment to be announced (entertainers--gratis--are welcome to perform). Let's help out our brothers and sisters in the True North.
Silent auction donations as well as cash donations can be dropped off at the Legion. For more information, contact Bobbi at 780-723-1364 or Dave at 780-712-1990.
Cash donations accepted at the door. All proceeds will go the Slave Lake wildfire rebuilding efforts.
Benefit dance in conjunction with the Kinsmen, Kinnettes, Edson Ladies Auxiliary and Edson Royal Canadian Legion.
Cash bar. Silent Auction (items greatly appreciated). Entertainment to be announced (entertainers--gratis--are welcome to perform). Let's help out our brothers and sisters in the True North.
Silent auction donations as well as cash donations can be dropped off at the Legion. For more information, contact Bobbi at 780-723-1364 or Dave at 780-712-1990.
May 29, 2011 - Sunday
Annual Event (Yo-Ho Museum): Family Day
May 29. Yo-Ho Museum (Hwy 32 north to TWP Rd 554, east 3/4m).
Breakfast at Fulham Hall 9-11am (8 yrs & up $7, under 8 yrs $5). Free admission to the museum (all day), with over 300 antique tractors & 250 antique cars. Some will be running. Jumpy balloon, car show, wagon rides. Coffee shop on site. Everybody welcome!
For more information, contact Bill or Isa Dixon at (780) 693-2193.
Breakfast at Fulham Hall 9-11am (8 yrs & up $7, under 8 yrs $5). Free admission to the museum (all day), with over 300 antique tractors & 250 antique cars. Some will be running. Jumpy balloon, car show, wagon rides. Coffee shop on site. Everybody welcome!
For more information, contact Bill or Isa Dixon at (780) 693-2193.
May 28, 2011 - Saturday
Special Event (Leigh Friesen): CD Release Party
May 28. Oddfella's Hall (above Freezen Hot Music).
$30/couple or $20/single--includes the CD.
Home cooked appetizers will be served; there will be a cash bar as well.
For more information, contact Leigh or Connie at 780-723-9778.
$30/couple or $20/single--includes the CD.
Home cooked appetizers will be served; there will be a cash bar as well.
For more information, contact Leigh or Connie at 780-723-9778.
May 26 to 28, 2011 - Thursday to Saturday
Live Music (Ernie O's): Q.E.D.
May 26 to 28. 9:30 pm.
No cover charge.
"Quod Erat Demonstrandum" - So it is proven......Q.E.D is an Experimental Rock Quartet based in Winnipeg, Manitoba releasing their album, 'Sometimes a Cigar...is just a Cigar' in late 2010.
No cover charge.
"Quod Erat Demonstrandum" - So it is proven......Q.E.D is an Experimental Rock Quartet based in Winnipeg, Manitoba releasing their album, 'Sometimes a Cigar...is just a Cigar' in late 2010.
May 20 & 21 - Friday & Saturday
DJ (Ernie O's): Freezen Hot DJ
May 20 & 21 at 9:30 pm. Ernie O's Pub.
No cover charge.
Don't freeze your butt off camping this weekend - rather have it Freezen Hot! Come on down to Ernie O's Pub for Freezen Hot DJ this weekend. Watch sports on the HDTV's, 17 VLT's. dance floor, pool tables, electronic games and so much more! Meet the crew at Ernie O's - good food, good friends, good times!
No cover charge.
Don't freeze your butt off camping this weekend - rather have it Freezen Hot! Come on down to Ernie O's Pub for Freezen Hot DJ this weekend. Watch sports on the HDTV's, 17 VLT's. dance floor, pool tables, electronic games and so much more! Meet the crew at Ernie O's - good food, good friends, good times!
May 16, 2011 - Monday
Opening Reception (Edson Photography Club and Edson WRITES!): a thousand words
May 16th at 7 pm. Edson Public Library.
No admission fee. Goodwill donation for refreshments.
Join the participating photographers and writers as they launch the display: a thousand words. The writers will read their short pieces and the photographers will share insights into their images.
For more information, contact Robyne at 780-712-6357.
No admission fee. Goodwill donation for refreshments.
Join the participating photographers and writers as they launch the display: a thousand words. The writers will read their short pieces and the photographers will share insights into their images.
For more information, contact Robyne at 780-712-6357.
May 14, 2011 - Saturday
Live Comedy (Kinsmen Club of Edson): Kin Comedy Night
May 14th. Edson Legion Hall.
When was the last time you laughed so hard you cried? This is an evening of dinner and laughs. Funds raised support a variety of community projects.
Join the Kinsmen Club of Edson as they celebrate their 60th Anniversary in one of many Kinsmen-sponsored events during Edson's Centennial.
For more information contact Don Bigger at 780-728-8551.
When was the last time you laughed so hard you cried? This is an evening of dinner and laughs. Funds raised support a variety of community projects.
Join the Kinsmen Club of Edson as they celebrate their 60th Anniversary in one of many Kinsmen-sponsored events during Edson's Centennial.
For more information contact Don Bigger at 780-728-8551.
May 13 - 15, 2011 - Friday to Sunday
Annual Event: 31st Annual Medicine Lodge Rodeo
May 13 - 15. Medicine Lodge Rodeo Grounds (between Edson and Hinton).
$10.00 General Admission, $ 5.00 Seniors, 12 and under free.
Check their website for details.
Featured Events: Friday night Cowboy Sing-A-Long Jamboree, petting zoo, on Saturday and Sunday there will be the Chinook Riders musical ride and native drumming and singing, rodeo intermission musical entertainment by Ernie Smith, Saturday Family dance music by Colleen Rae and Cornerstone, rodeo clown Squirrelly Early Anderson.
$10.00 General Admission, $ 5.00 Seniors, 12 and under free.
Check their website for details.
Featured Events: Friday night Cowboy Sing-A-Long Jamboree, petting zoo, on Saturday and Sunday there will be the Chinook Riders musical ride and native drumming and singing, rodeo intermission musical entertainment by Ernie Smith, Saturday Family dance music by Colleen Rae and Cornerstone, rodeo clown Squirrelly Early Anderson.
May 14, 2011 - Saturday
Writing Workshops (Edson Public Library): Judith Graves
May 14 at 10:00 am - 2:00 pm. Edson Public Library.
No registration fee, but please call or drop by the library to preregister.
Judith will be doing 4—40 minute sessions on “writing with voice, writing fiction
to die for & the backstage look at life of a young adult fiction writer”.
Session#1: 10am—10:40am
Session#2: 10:50am—11:30am
Session#3: 12:30pm—1:10pm
Session#4: 1:20pm—2pm
For more information or to register, contact the Edson Public Library at 780-723-6691.
No registration fee, but please call or drop by the library to preregister.
Judith will be doing 4—40 minute sessions on “writing with voice, writing fiction
to die for & the backstage look at life of a young adult fiction writer”.
Session#1: 10am—10:40am
Session#2: 10:50am—11:30am
Session#3: 12:30pm—1:10pm
Session#4: 1:20pm—2pm
For more information or to register, contact the Edson Public Library at 780-723-6691.
May 13 & 14, 2011 - Friday and Saturday
Live Music (Ernie O's): The Old Hippies
May 13 & 14 at 9:30 pm. Ernie O's Pub.
No cover charge.
Join local favourites The Old Hippies for a night of original and cover tunes. The Old Hippies are Jack Drebit, Kevin Dye, Kirby Smith, Dave Ward, and Tim Ward.
No cover charge.
Join local favourites The Old Hippies for a night of original and cover tunes. The Old Hippies are Jack Drebit, Kevin Dye, Kirby Smith, Dave Ward, and Tim Ward.
May 13, 2011 - Friday
Annual Event (Robyne Wilock for RONA MS Bike Tour): MS Fundraiser
May 13 from 7 to 9 pm. Mojo's Java.
No admission charge. Donations to the MS Society of Canada accepted.
This event is organized by Robyne Wilock to help fundraise for her ride in the RONA MS Bike Tour June 11 & 12 in Red Deer.
- live music by Matricia and Mackenzie Brown, Oldscool, The Old Hippies, and Four Way Street (from Hinton)
- silent auction
Come out and bring a friend or two. Mojo's has a liquor license on Friday evenings, so you can either sip a latte or have a brew.
For more information, contact Robyne Wilock at 780-712-6357.
No admission charge. Donations to the MS Society of Canada accepted.
This event is organized by Robyne Wilock to help fundraise for her ride in the RONA MS Bike Tour June 11 & 12 in Red Deer.
- live music by Matricia and Mackenzie Brown, Oldscool, The Old Hippies, and Four Way Street (from Hinton)
- silent auction
Come out and bring a friend or two. Mojo's has a liquor license on Friday evenings, so you can either sip a latte or have a brew.
For more information, contact Robyne Wilock at 780-712-6357.
May 12, 2011 - Thursday
Performance (Jonathan Kilgannon): Piano Recital
May 12 at 7:30pm. Edson Christian Reformed Church.
No admission charge. Goodwill donations accepted.
Jonathan Kilgannon is a Doctoral student at the Université de Montréal. His program will include works by Mozart, Schumann, Medtner and Hindemith.
No admission charge. Goodwill donations accepted.
Jonathan Kilgannon is a Doctoral student at the Université de Montréal. His program will include works by Mozart, Schumann, Medtner and Hindemith.
May 8, 2011 - Sunday
Performance (Vocal Variations): Spring Concert
May 8 at 7 pm. Christian Reformed Church.
No admission charge. Goodwill and food bank donations will be accepted.
In celebration of Edson's Centennial, the choir will perform songs from every decade over the last 100 years. Songs will include Look Behind You Neighbour (performed locally for Edson's 50th and 75th year celebrations). There will be some old favourites and new delights that audience members may recognize along with vocal solos, a flute duet, and a quartet ensemble of guest performers.
For more information, contact Matricia Brown at 780-723-5904 or Crystal Handford at 780-723-9571.
No admission charge. Goodwill and food bank donations will be accepted.
In celebration of Edson's Centennial, the choir will perform songs from every decade over the last 100 years. Songs will include Look Behind You Neighbour (performed locally for Edson's 50th and 75th year celebrations). There will be some old favourites and new delights that audience members may recognize along with vocal solos, a flute duet, and a quartet ensemble of guest performers.
For more information, contact Matricia Brown at 780-723-5904 or Crystal Handford at 780-723-9571.
May 7, 2011 - Saturday
Edson Centennial Event (Town of Edson): Shumka Dancers
May 7
$25 tickets available at Thymes Two, Kwik Crests, Chamber Office, and Town Office.
In the words of the Edmonton Journal's veteran dance writer, Pamela Anthony, “Shumka has turned the idea of folk dance into a living, breathing art form and emerged as one of the most contemporary dance companies around."
Shumka presents a full-length, professional dance theatre touring production, as well as intimate concert repertoire, across Canada and around the world. These productions marry the genre of Ukrainian dance with classical and contemporary movement to create dramatic storylines, which are recognized as distinctively Shumka-style. Their performance in Edson will also feature a live orchestra.
Our own Edson Veselka Dancers will first greet you at the door, and then they will perform a traditional Pryvit (Welcome Dance) choreographed by long-time Shumka dancer Marco Eugenio, to celebrate the 25th season of Ukrainian dance in Edson.
For more information, contact Dale Shnirer at 780-723-2927.
$25 tickets available at Thymes Two, Kwik Crests, Chamber Office, and Town Office.
In the words of the Edmonton Journal's veteran dance writer, Pamela Anthony, “Shumka has turned the idea of folk dance into a living, breathing art form and emerged as one of the most contemporary dance companies around."
Shumka presents a full-length, professional dance theatre touring production, as well as intimate concert repertoire, across Canada and around the world. These productions marry the genre of Ukrainian dance with classical and contemporary movement to create dramatic storylines, which are recognized as distinctively Shumka-style. Their performance in Edson will also feature a live orchestra.
Our own Edson Veselka Dancers will first greet you at the door, and then they will perform a traditional Pryvit (Welcome Dance) choreographed by long-time Shumka dancer Marco Eugenio, to celebrate the 25th season of Ukrainian dance in Edson.
For more information, contact Dale Shnirer at 780-723-2927.
May 7, 2011 - Saturday
Spring Dance
May 7 from 5:30 pm - May 8 at 1:00 am. Edson Legion Hall.
$40 tickets available at Obsession Shoes, Thymes Two, The Anchor.
Music By CROSSFIRE
Cocktails at 5:30 pm; supper at 6:30 pm; dance at 8:00 pm.
Silent auction proceeds are being donated to the KINSMEN SPRAY PARK.
For more information, contact Alta at 780-723-1152.
$40 tickets available at Obsession Shoes, Thymes Two, The Anchor.
Music By CROSSFIRE
Cocktails at 5:30 pm; supper at 6:30 pm; dance at 8:00 pm.
Silent auction proceeds are being donated to the KINSMEN SPRAY PARK.
For more information, contact Alta at 780-723-1152.
May 7, 2011 - Saturday
Book Sale (Friends of the Edson Public Library): Spring Book Sale
May 7 from 10 am - 3 pm. Edson Public Library.
For more information, call the library at 780-723-6691 or Ron at 780-723-3861.
For more information, call the library at 780-723-6691 or Ron at 780-723-3861.
May 5 - 7, 2011 - Thursday to Saturday
Live Theatre (Double Feature Theatre): Key for Two
Tickets are available at The Red Brick.
April 30, 2011 - Saturday
Live Music: Steve Bell
April 30 at 7:30 pm. Edson Legion Hall.
$15 tickets available at Kwik Crests, Thymes Two, Town Office and Chamber Office.
An intimate evening of story and song, featuring Steve Bell’s new album, Kindness.
Call him the best-kept secret in Canadian music. Winnipeg-based singer/songwriter Steve Bell has enjoyed serious commercial success over a prolific solo career that has spanned two decades, yet he has flown rather under the radar in terms of music industry and media recognition. Despite this, his large and loyal fan base has continued to grow, both here in Canada and the U.S. With the imminent release of a new album, KIN.DNESS, Bell is offering to a wider audience, his eloquent and heartfelt material. “We’ve managed to develop an niche audience that is very receptive to my music,” Steve explains, “and now we have a new album coming out that I think can potentially cut a wider swathe than previous ones.”
For more information, contact Carlo Klemm at 780-723-4891.
$15 tickets available at Kwik Crests, Thymes Two, Town Office and Chamber Office.
An intimate evening of story and song, featuring Steve Bell’s new album, Kindness.
Call him the best-kept secret in Canadian music. Winnipeg-based singer/songwriter Steve Bell has enjoyed serious commercial success over a prolific solo career that has spanned two decades, yet he has flown rather under the radar in terms of music industry and media recognition. Despite this, his large and loyal fan base has continued to grow, both here in Canada and the U.S. With the imminent release of a new album, KIN.DNESS, Bell is offering to a wider audience, his eloquent and heartfelt material. “We’ve managed to develop an niche audience that is very receptive to my music,” Steve explains, “and now we have a new album coming out that I think can potentially cut a wider swathe than previous ones.”
For more information, contact Carlo Klemm at 780-723-4891.
EVENT CANCELLED
April 30, 2011 - Saturday
Live Music (Chautauqua): Women Sing the Soul of the Prairies
April 30 at 7 pm. The Red Brick Art Centre and Museum.
$20 Tickets available at Freezen Hot Music (Edson), Thymes Two and Ernie O's.
Chautauqua is pleased to present a special evening of live music with three talented performers: Kat Danser, Johnnie Ninety-Nine, and Shiloh Lindsey.
Contact Kate at 780-712-3535 for tickets and information.
$20 Tickets available at Freezen Hot Music (Edson), Thymes Two and Ernie O's.
Chautauqua is pleased to present a special evening of live music with three talented performers: Kat Danser, Johnnie Ninety-Nine, and Shiloh Lindsey.
Contact Kate at 780-712-3535 for tickets and information.
April 30 & May 1, 2011 - Saturday & Sunday
Biannual Event (Edson Creative Arts Society and Edson Craft Centre) : Palette & Pottery Sale
April 30 from 10 am - 5 pm; May 1st, 12 pm - 4 pm. Edson Public Library building.
No admission charge. Hospitality donation.
Palette & Pottery is a biannual sale hosted by the Edson Craft Centre (Potters Guild) and the Edson Creative Arts Society (visual artists). Functional and decorative pottery created by local potters as well as paintings by local artists will be available for purchase.This year, in honour of Edson’s 100th Anniversary, it will feature “100 Pottery Bowls for 100 years." A potion of the proceeds from the sale help both host groups cover operating costs and purchase equipment.
No admission charge. Hospitality donation.
Palette & Pottery is a biannual sale hosted by the Edson Craft Centre (Potters Guild) and the Edson Creative Arts Society (visual artists). Functional and decorative pottery created by local potters as well as paintings by local artists will be available for purchase.This year, in honour of Edson’s 100th Anniversary, it will feature “100 Pottery Bowls for 100 years." A potion of the proceeds from the sale help both host groups cover operating costs and purchase equipment.
April 20 & 27; May 4 & 11, 2011
Classes (Edson Creative Arts Society): Drawing Classes for Kids
April 20 & 27; May 4 & 11 from 3:45 - 5:00 pm. The Art Room at the Edson Public Library building.
$25 including supplies.
Age 8 and up.
Register at the Circulation Desk of the Edson Public Library.
For more information contact Sonja Boyce at 780-723-6107.
$25 including supplies.
Age 8 and up.
Register at the Circulation Desk of the Edson Public Library.
For more information contact Sonja Boyce at 780-723-6107.
April 15 - 28, 2011
Display (Yellowhead Rotary Arts Festival): YRAF Edson Photography Display
April 15 - 28. Lobby in the Edson Public Library building.
Free admission.
Local photographers showcase their entries for this year's festival.
For more information contact Tracy Templeton, Edson and Yellowhead County Creative Campus Coordinator, at 780-723-5131.
Free admission.
Local photographers showcase their entries for this year's festival.
For more information contact Tracy Templeton, Edson and Yellowhead County Creative Campus Coordinator, at 780-723-5131.
April 15 - 28, 2011
Display (Yellowhead Rotary Arts Festival): YRAF Edson Visual Arts Display
April 15 - 28: Mon - Fri 9:30 am to 4:30 pm. Gallery at The Red Brick Arts Centre & Museum.
Free admission. Donations to YRAF appreciated.
Enjoy festival submissions from Edson and Yellowhead County. The display will include pottery, quilts, visual art, jewelry and lego sculpture.
For more information contact Tracy Templeton, Edson and Yellowhead County Creative Campus Coordinator, at 780-723-5131.
Free admission. Donations to YRAF appreciated.
Enjoy festival submissions from Edson and Yellowhead County. The display will include pottery, quilts, visual art, jewelry and lego sculpture.
For more information contact Tracy Templeton, Edson and Yellowhead County Creative Campus Coordinator, at 780-723-5131.
April 24, 2011 - Saturday
Workshop (Yellowhead Rotary Arts Festival): Digital Photography Basics
April 24th from 12 noon to 3pm. Community Use Room at the Edson Public Library building.
$40 registration.
For more information or to register contact Tracy Templeton, Edson and Yellowhead County Creative Campus Coordinator, at 780-723-5131.
$40 registration.
For more information or to register contact Tracy Templeton, Edson and Yellowhead County Creative Campus Coordinator, at 780-723-5131.
April 22 & 23, 2011 - Friday & Saturday
Live Music (Ernie O's): Big River--tribute to Johnny Cash
April 22 & 23 at 9 pm. Ernie O's Pub.
$5 cover charge.
Big River is four musicians from the West Coast of British Columbia whose main purpose is to present the recordings of Johnny Cash in the style and with the sound of Johnny Cash himself.
$5 cover charge.
Big River is four musicians from the West Coast of British Columbia whose main purpose is to present the recordings of Johnny Cash in the style and with the sound of Johnny Cash himself.
April 21, 2011 - Thursday
Live Music (Ernie O's): Jam Session
April 21 at 9pm. Ernie O's Pub.
No cover charge.
One night only - bring your toys and come jam with us!
Good Friday is tomorrow, so you're not working...come play!!
No cover charge.
One night only - bring your toys and come jam with us!
Good Friday is tomorrow, so you're not working...come play!!
April 19 & 20, 2011
Performance (Parkland & Pine Grove): A Night of One-Acts
April 19 & 20. The Red Brick Arts Centre and Museum.
For more information contact Helen at helepaye@gypsd.ca.
For more information contact Helen at helepaye@gypsd.ca.
April 17, 2011 - Sunday
Opening (Yellowhead Rotary Arts Festival): YRAF Edson Opening Day
April 17 from 1 to 4 pm. The Red Brick Arts Centre and Museum.
Free admission. Donations to YRAF appreciated.
Join us for refreshments and live music for the artist's reception and festival opening.
For more information contact Tracy Templeton, Edson and Yellowhead County Creative Campus Coordinator, at 780-723-5131.
Free admission. Donations to YRAF appreciated.
Join us for refreshments and live music for the artist's reception and festival opening.
For more information contact Tracy Templeton, Edson and Yellowhead County Creative Campus Coordinator, at 780-723-5131.
EVENT POSTPONED
April 16, 2011 - Saturday
Live Music (Joe Wynne Branch 51): Free Byrd--Tribute to Lynrd Skynrd
April 16 at 9pm. Edson Legion Hall.
$20 tickets.
Free Byrd with special guests Oldscool.
Free Byrd is Alberta’s only Lynyrd Skynyrd tribute band and we started from our love of classic Lynyrd Skynyrd as well as the current lineup and their new God and Guns album. Free Byrd has had amazing chemistry right from the first jam session which has continued as it has evolved. We are excited to be able to bring our live version of Lynyrd Skynyrd to Alberta.
$20 tickets.
Free Byrd with special guests Oldscool.
Free Byrd is Alberta’s only Lynyrd Skynyrd tribute band and we started from our love of classic Lynyrd Skynyrd as well as the current lineup and their new God and Guns album. Free Byrd has had amazing chemistry right from the first jam session which has continued as it has evolved. We are excited to be able to bring our live version of Lynyrd Skynyrd to Alberta.
April 16, 2011 - Saturday
Workshop (Yellowhead Rotary Arts Festival): Writing Road Trip - C'mon Get HAPPY!
April 16 2 - 6 pm. Hwy 16.
$25.
Red Deer poet Kimmy Beach is the Creative Writing Adjudicator for the Yellowhead Rotary Arts Festival this year. Inspired by her recently-completed collection of poems about small town bars, we're taking this writing workshop on the road. We'll be travelling east on Hwy 16 in a convereted ETS bus that has tables and chairs where we can write along the way. We'll be writing on the spot in response to prompts provided by Kimmy. Sound like fun? You should come!
Meet at the Edson Public Library by 2pm.
2 – 2:30 Edson to Niton (writing on the way)
2:30 – 3 Niton (share writing, have a beverage)
3 – 3:15 Niton to Nojack (writing on the way)
3:15 – 4 Nojack (share writing, have a beverage)
4 – 4:15 Nojack to Wildwood (writing on the way)
4:15 – 5 Wildwood (share writing, have a beverage)
6 estimated return to Edson
For more information or to register contact Tracy Templeton, Edson and Yellowhead County Creative Campus Coordinator, at 780-723-5131. Register soon. Space is limited.
$25.
Red Deer poet Kimmy Beach is the Creative Writing Adjudicator for the Yellowhead Rotary Arts Festival this year. Inspired by her recently-completed collection of poems about small town bars, we're taking this writing workshop on the road. We'll be travelling east on Hwy 16 in a convereted ETS bus that has tables and chairs where we can write along the way. We'll be writing on the spot in response to prompts provided by Kimmy. Sound like fun? You should come!
Meet at the Edson Public Library by 2pm.
2 – 2:30 Edson to Niton (writing on the way)
2:30 – 3 Niton (share writing, have a beverage)
3 – 3:15 Niton to Nojack (writing on the way)
3:15 – 4 Nojack (share writing, have a beverage)
4 – 4:15 Nojack to Wildwood (writing on the way)
4:15 – 5 Wildwood (share writing, have a beverage)
6 estimated return to Edson
For more information or to register contact Tracy Templeton, Edson and Yellowhead County Creative Campus Coordinator, at 780-723-5131. Register soon. Space is limited.
April 15 & 16, 2011
Live Music (Ernie O's): Freddie & The Axemen
April 15 & 16 at 9 pm. Ernie O's Pub.
No cover charge.
Freddie and the Axemen are a very entertaining, dynamic, must see act. If these guys aren’t like a Canadian ZZ Top I don’t know what you’d call them. From the dirtiest low down blues to absolute over the top self-indulging boogie, Freddie delivers from a “been there done that” perspective. Keep your eyes open for an appearance at an event near you.
Tim Meyers - Indie Music
No cover charge.
Freddie and the Axemen are a very entertaining, dynamic, must see act. If these guys aren’t like a Canadian ZZ Top I don’t know what you’d call them. From the dirtiest low down blues to absolute over the top self-indulging boogie, Freddie delivers from a “been there done that” perspective. Keep your eyes open for an appearance at an event near you.
Tim Meyers - Indie Music
April 15 & 16, 2011
Performance (Holy Redeemer High): 8th Annual Evening of Desserts & Entertainment
April 15 & 16 at 7 pm. Holy Redeemer High.
Tickets available March 14, 2011.
- Three One-Act Plays: Dancing Solo, Tuesdays and Sundays, One of Our Clowns is Missing
- Art Show & Auction
- Musical Choir
For more information contact 780-723-7437 or www.holyredeemerhigh.ca.
Tickets available March 14, 2011.
- Three One-Act Plays: Dancing Solo, Tuesdays and Sundays, One of Our Clowns is Missing
- Art Show & Auction
- Musical Choir
For more information contact 780-723-7437 or www.holyredeemerhigh.ca.
April 15, 2011 - Friday
Annual Event (Yellowhead Rotary Arts Festival): Write Nite
Friday, April 15, 7:00 pm (until about 8:30 pm). Mojo's Java.
Admission by donation to the Yellowhead Rotary Arts Festival.
Come and celebrate YRAF’s Creative Writing category in Edson, Alberta.
· Listen to students and adults read their own poems, creative non-fiction, and short stories out loud
· Meet the adjudicator: Red Deer poet, writer Kim Beach
For more information contact Robyne at 780-712-6357.
Admission by donation to the Yellowhead Rotary Arts Festival.
Come and celebrate YRAF’s Creative Writing category in Edson, Alberta.
· Listen to students and adults read their own poems, creative non-fiction, and short stories out loud
· Meet the adjudicator: Red Deer poet, writer Kim Beach
For more information contact Robyne at 780-712-6357.
April 9, 2011 - Saturday
Live Music (West Yellowhead Music Society): Travis Tritt
Saturday, April 9. Edson Recreation Complex.
VIP tables, tables of 10, individual tickets.
James Travis Tritt (born February 9, 1963) is an American country music singer from Marietta, Georgia. He signed to Warner Bros. Records in 1989, releasing seven studio albums and a greatest hits package for the label between then and 1999. In the 2000s, he released two albums on Columbia Records and one for the defunct Category 5 Records. Seven of his albums (counting the Greatest Hits) are certified platinum or higher by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA); the highest-certified is 1991's It's All About to Change, which is certified triple-platinum. Tritt has also charted more than forty times on the Hot Country Songs charts, including five number ones — "Help Me Hold On," "Anymore," "Can I Trust You with My Heart," "Foolish Pride" and "Best of Intentions" — and fifteen additional top ten singles. Tritt's musical style is defined by mainstream country and Southern rock influences.
He has received two Grammy Awards, both for Best Country Collaboration with Vocals: in 1992 for "The Whiskey Ain't Workin'," a duet with Marty Stuart, and again in 1998 for "Same Old Train", a collaboration with Stuart and nine other artists. In addition, he has received four awards from the Country Music Association, and has been a member of the Grand Ole Opry since 1992.
For tickets contact Freezen Hot Music at 780-723-9778.
VIP tables, tables of 10, individual tickets.
James Travis Tritt (born February 9, 1963) is an American country music singer from Marietta, Georgia. He signed to Warner Bros. Records in 1989, releasing seven studio albums and a greatest hits package for the label between then and 1999. In the 2000s, he released two albums on Columbia Records and one for the defunct Category 5 Records. Seven of his albums (counting the Greatest Hits) are certified platinum or higher by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA); the highest-certified is 1991's It's All About to Change, which is certified triple-platinum. Tritt has also charted more than forty times on the Hot Country Songs charts, including five number ones — "Help Me Hold On," "Anymore," "Can I Trust You with My Heart," "Foolish Pride" and "Best of Intentions" — and fifteen additional top ten singles. Tritt's musical style is defined by mainstream country and Southern rock influences.
He has received two Grammy Awards, both for Best Country Collaboration with Vocals: in 1992 for "The Whiskey Ain't Workin'," a duet with Marty Stuart, and again in 1998 for "Same Old Train", a collaboration with Stuart and nine other artists. In addition, he has received four awards from the Country Music Association, and has been a member of the Grand Ole Opry since 1992.
For tickets contact Freezen Hot Music at 780-723-9778.
April 9 & 10, 2011 - Saturday/Sunday
Workshop (Creative Campus): Mosaic Madness
Saturday, April 9, 11 am – 4 pm. Sunday, April 10, 11 am - 1 pm. The Edson Public Library.
$115 registration includes all supplies.
Create a mixed media butterfly mosaic for your home or garden with instructor Darlene Madden.
For more information or to register contact Tracy Templeton, Edson and Yellowhead County Creative Campus Coordinator, at 780-723-5131.
$115 registration includes all supplies.
Create a mixed media butterfly mosaic for your home or garden with instructor Darlene Madden.
For more information or to register contact Tracy Templeton, Edson and Yellowhead County Creative Campus Coordinator, at 780-723-5131.
April 8 & 9, 2011 - Friday & Saturday
Live Music (Ernie O's): Great North Blues Band
April 8 & 9 at 9 pm. Ernie O's Pub.
No cover charge.
The Great North Blues Band is bringing a great range of talented musicians showcasing the blues all across this whole wide world. Merging players from every style and background. The Great North Blues Band has created a very interesting lineup.
Sean Stephens - Bass/Vocals; Alex Putnam - Guitar; Kris Bridge - Drums ; Jenie Thai - Keys/vocals; Sam Toms - Sax; Will Ryan - Guitar; Dan Shinnan - Vocals/Harp; Johnny Mack - Sax; Harvey Danger - Drums or Trombone
No cover charge.
The Great North Blues Band is bringing a great range of talented musicians showcasing the blues all across this whole wide world. Merging players from every style and background. The Great North Blues Band has created a very interesting lineup.
Sean Stephens - Bass/Vocals; Alex Putnam - Guitar; Kris Bridge - Drums ; Jenie Thai - Keys/vocals; Sam Toms - Sax; Will Ryan - Guitar; Dan Shinnan - Vocals/Harp; Johnny Mack - Sax; Harvey Danger - Drums or Trombone
April 8, 2011 - Friday
Annual Event (Edson Literacy Program): 5th Annual Scrabble Night
April 8. Edson Public Library.
4:30 – 5:45 Registration, Pizza ($2/slice) and Drinks ($1)
6:00 Let the Games BEGIN!
To play: Ask friends, family, and perfect strangers to sponsor you for a great cause.
Individuals need $25 in sponsorship (feel free to sponsor yourself)
Families need $50 in sponsorship (you can do it! Woo!)
42% OF Albertans don’t have the Literacy skills they need to meet the demands of our society. With your support we help people meet their literacy goals!
Registration and pledge forms available at:
Edson and District Community Learning Society
#201, 111-54 Street (Provincial Building)
For more information or to have a form sent to you call
Michelle @ 780 723 6247 or edcls@gypsd.ca
All proceeds support the Edson Literacy Program.This is not an official scrabble tournament. It is for fundraising purposes only and designed to be fun, not seriously competitive.
4:30 – 5:45 Registration, Pizza ($2/slice) and Drinks ($1)
6:00 Let the Games BEGIN!
To play: Ask friends, family, and perfect strangers to sponsor you for a great cause.
Individuals need $25 in sponsorship (feel free to sponsor yourself)
Families need $50 in sponsorship (you can do it! Woo!)
42% OF Albertans don’t have the Literacy skills they need to meet the demands of our society. With your support we help people meet their literacy goals!
Registration and pledge forms available at:
Edson and District Community Learning Society
#201, 111-54 Street (Provincial Building)
For more information or to have a form sent to you call
Michelle @ 780 723 6247 or edcls@gypsd.ca
All proceeds support the Edson Literacy Program.This is not an official scrabble tournament. It is for fundraising purposes only and designed to be fun, not seriously competitive.
April 6 & 7, 2011 - Wednesday & Thursday
Live Music (Ernie O's): The Mudmen
April 6 & 7 at 10 pm. Ernie O's Pub.
No cover charge.
Always entertaining and definitely unique, The Mudmen are a blast of Celtic energy whose members are known to be characters both on and off stage. The band, formed in 1998 by Sandy and Rob Campbell (a.k.a. "The Campbell Brothers"), initially signed with EMI Records in 2000 with then frontman Zoy Nicoles. Best known for their singles "5 O'clock", "Saturday", and "Drink and Fight", their music has been featured on XBox and Playstation games, NBC's television show "Black Donnellys", WWE Wrestling, Don Cherry's hockey videos and six music videos on Much Music.
The Mudmen have appeared on CBC television many times including multiple live performances on Parliament Hill for Canada Day festivities (including performing for and meeting the Queen in 2010), The McKenzie Brothers special, the recording of the new Hockey Night in Canada theme song, and much more.
The Mudmen have 5 studio albums and have opened for ZZTop, The Guess Who, Biff Naked, Nazareth, Finger Eleven and many more. The Mudmen have toured Canada, U.S.A. and Europe and are best described as fun.
No cover charge.
Always entertaining and definitely unique, The Mudmen are a blast of Celtic energy whose members are known to be characters both on and off stage. The band, formed in 1998 by Sandy and Rob Campbell (a.k.a. "The Campbell Brothers"), initially signed with EMI Records in 2000 with then frontman Zoy Nicoles. Best known for their singles "5 O'clock", "Saturday", and "Drink and Fight", their music has been featured on XBox and Playstation games, NBC's television show "Black Donnellys", WWE Wrestling, Don Cherry's hockey videos and six music videos on Much Music.
The Mudmen have appeared on CBC television many times including multiple live performances on Parliament Hill for Canada Day festivities (including performing for and meeting the Queen in 2010), The McKenzie Brothers special, the recording of the new Hockey Night in Canada theme song, and much more.
The Mudmen have 5 studio albums and have opened for ZZTop, The Guess Who, Biff Naked, Nazareth, Finger Eleven and many more. The Mudmen have toured Canada, U.S.A. and Europe and are best described as fun.
April 6, 2011 - Wednesday
Meeting (CANOE/Creative Campus): Arts Days 2011 Planning Meeting
April 6th at 7 pm. The Red Brick Arts Centre & Museum.
Red Brick Arts Centre
CANOE members and all other interested community members are invited to attend a meeting at The Red Brick Arts Centre and Museum on Wednesday, April 6th at 7pm. Tracy Templeton, Creative Campus Coordinator for Edson and Yellowhead County, invites everyone to come out and take part in preliminary planning for Alberta Arts Days 2011. We are hoping to apply for a provincial grant--with an April 20th deadline--and need input from as many groups and individuals as possible. For more information contact Tracy Templeton, Edson and Yellowhead County Creative Campus Coordinator, at 780-723-5131.
Red Brick Arts Centre
CANOE members and all other interested community members are invited to attend a meeting at The Red Brick Arts Centre and Museum on Wednesday, April 6th at 7pm. Tracy Templeton, Creative Campus Coordinator for Edson and Yellowhead County, invites everyone to come out and take part in preliminary planning for Alberta Arts Days 2011. We are hoping to apply for a provincial grant--with an April 20th deadline--and need input from as many groups and individuals as possible. For more information contact Tracy Templeton, Edson and Yellowhead County Creative Campus Coordinator, at 780-723-5131.
April 1 & 2, 2011 - Friday & Saturday
Live Music (Ernie O's): Self Evolution
April 1 & 2 at 9 pm. Ernie O's Pub.
No cover charge.
Starting by occasional jams in -lead singer- Michael Gress's garage mid 2008, the guys soon started to get a very good vibe from their sound and decided to start working on material. Things started to come together when -guitarist- Marty "F-ing" Powers moved into his house on the west end of the city. This house would be the birth place of a modern rock band and was soon known as "The House of Soul". Things really started to move forward and frequent visitors would come to listen to the practices. Supporters began to develop with the band and their new jam space. With these supporters a few small shows developed for birthdays and house parties. On January 25, 2009 Self Evolution played at Orlando's 2 open jam in Edmonton and soon became friends with the incredible bluesy house band The Vindicators. For the next few months Self Evolution would go quite often to play a spot in the Sunday afternoon ritual. The first official gig was at The Rendezvous Pub in Edmonton on Feb 21/09. Self Evolution started playing shows as much as they could.
No cover charge.
Starting by occasional jams in -lead singer- Michael Gress's garage mid 2008, the guys soon started to get a very good vibe from their sound and decided to start working on material. Things started to come together when -guitarist- Marty "F-ing" Powers moved into his house on the west end of the city. This house would be the birth place of a modern rock band and was soon known as "The House of Soul". Things really started to move forward and frequent visitors would come to listen to the practices. Supporters began to develop with the band and their new jam space. With these supporters a few small shows developed for birthdays and house parties. On January 25, 2009 Self Evolution played at Orlando's 2 open jam in Edmonton and soon became friends with the incredible bluesy house band The Vindicators. For the next few months Self Evolution would go quite often to play a spot in the Sunday afternoon ritual. The first official gig was at The Rendezvous Pub in Edmonton on Feb 21/09. Self Evolution started playing shows as much as they could.
March 25 & 26, 2011 - Friday & Saturday
Live Music (Ernie O's): Vacation On Mars
April 1 & 2 at 9 pm. Ernie O's Pub.
No cover charge.
Edmonton Power Trio
Cam Basler- Lead Vocals/Guitar
Chad Carmichael- Drums/Background Noise
John Turnball-Bass/Background Noise
Vacation On Mars: “Large, Loud, Living on the edge, Rock ‘n’ Roll! That’s Vacation On Mars in a nutshell,” says Cameron Basler, lead singer and guitar player for the three piece rock n roll jaunt called “Vacation On Mars”. This three piece band sounds like a five piece!” one great mind once said. They have amazing songs, great dynamics, amusing personalities, and they put on a unique and spectacular live show too. They combine the styles of rock, blues, alternative, folk and metal into something that is truly a Vacation On Mars. They have opened up for such bands as the New Meanies, the Grapes of Wrath, Captain Tractor, Butterfinger, Skid Row,10 Second Epic, Hedley, Chunk, Johsua..s Habit ,Todd Kerns just to name a few.
No cover charge.
Edmonton Power Trio
Cam Basler- Lead Vocals/Guitar
Chad Carmichael- Drums/Background Noise
John Turnball-Bass/Background Noise
Vacation On Mars: “Large, Loud, Living on the edge, Rock ‘n’ Roll! That’s Vacation On Mars in a nutshell,” says Cameron Basler, lead singer and guitar player for the three piece rock n roll jaunt called “Vacation On Mars”. This three piece band sounds like a five piece!” one great mind once said. They have amazing songs, great dynamics, amusing personalities, and they put on a unique and spectacular live show too. They combine the styles of rock, blues, alternative, folk and metal into something that is truly a Vacation On Mars. They have opened up for such bands as the New Meanies, the Grapes of Wrath, Captain Tractor, Butterfinger, Skid Row,10 Second Epic, Hedley, Chunk, Johsua..s Habit ,Todd Kerns just to name a few.
March 23, 2011 - Wednesday
Performance (Chautauqua): Jorge Miguel Flamenco Ensemble
March 23 at 7 pm. The Red Brick Art Centre and Museum.
$25 tickets available at Freezen Hot Music (Edson), Thymes Two and Ernie O's.
Passionate, aggressive and percussive music, dance and song will take you on a journey to the contemporary Flamenco scene in Spain.
Jorge Miguel is a Spanish Canadian Flamenco Guitarist and composer living in Toronto. Jorge's family is from Cadiz in Andalucia, the birthplace of Flamenco.
The Jorge Miguel Flamenco Ensemble was formed in 2002 with the goal of taking true Flamenco to audiences across Canada. The ensemble includes "el toque" (guitar), "el baile" (dance), and "el cante" (singing). These three elements are the heart and soul of Flamenco. The five-piece ensemble also includes double bass and percussion.
The Jorge Miguel Flamenco Ensemble festival performances have included Toronto's Harbourfront Centre, CNE Bandshell for Masala! Mendhi! Masti!, The Taste of the Danforth, Celebrate Toronto, Markham Jazz Festival, Luminato, Sunfest in London, Bella Coola Discovery Coast Music Festival and Musicfest on Vancouver Island. Theatre presentations have included the Glenn Gould Studio, Orillia Opera House, John Elliot Theatre in Halton Hills, River Run Centre in Guelph, Oakville Centre for the Performing Arts, The Living Arts Centre in Mississauga, Aeolian Hall in London, The Sanderson Centre in Brantford, Memorial Hall at the Hot Springs Festival and Wise Hall in Vancouver.
Contact Kate at 780-712-3535 for tickets and information.
$25 tickets available at Freezen Hot Music (Edson), Thymes Two and Ernie O's.
Passionate, aggressive and percussive music, dance and song will take you on a journey to the contemporary Flamenco scene in Spain.
Jorge Miguel is a Spanish Canadian Flamenco Guitarist and composer living in Toronto. Jorge's family is from Cadiz in Andalucia, the birthplace of Flamenco.
The Jorge Miguel Flamenco Ensemble was formed in 2002 with the goal of taking true Flamenco to audiences across Canada. The ensemble includes "el toque" (guitar), "el baile" (dance), and "el cante" (singing). These three elements are the heart and soul of Flamenco. The five-piece ensemble also includes double bass and percussion.
The Jorge Miguel Flamenco Ensemble festival performances have included Toronto's Harbourfront Centre, CNE Bandshell for Masala! Mendhi! Masti!, The Taste of the Danforth, Celebrate Toronto, Markham Jazz Festival, Luminato, Sunfest in London, Bella Coola Discovery Coast Music Festival and Musicfest on Vancouver Island. Theatre presentations have included the Glenn Gould Studio, Orillia Opera House, John Elliot Theatre in Halton Hills, River Run Centre in Guelph, Oakville Centre for the Performing Arts, The Living Arts Centre in Mississauga, Aeolian Hall in London, The Sanderson Centre in Brantford, Memorial Hall at the Hot Springs Festival and Wise Hall in Vancouver.
Contact Kate at 780-712-3535 for tickets and information.
March 18 & 19, 2011 - Friday & Saturday
Live Music (Ernie O's): Zoo Lion
March 18 & 19 at 9 pm. Ernie O's Pub.
No cover charge.
Zoo Lion is a four piece alternative/rock band from Calgary. Born and raised prairie boys, the band is comprised of lyrical anthems from the beating rhythm of Craig Aikman’s guitar, the groovy riffs of Matt Tysowski’s bass, the intense licks of Mark Heit’s guitar and the complex yet solid beat of Tyler Reimer’s drums. Zoo Lion has caught attention by winning a handful of songwriting contests — including the 2007 Calgary radio station X 92.9 Denim Lounge Songwriter’s Showcase and the $25,000 preliminary round of the Calgary radio station Fuel 90.3 Big Rock Star contest.
No cover charge.
Zoo Lion is a four piece alternative/rock band from Calgary. Born and raised prairie boys, the band is comprised of lyrical anthems from the beating rhythm of Craig Aikman’s guitar, the groovy riffs of Matt Tysowski’s bass, the intense licks of Mark Heit’s guitar and the complex yet solid beat of Tyler Reimer’s drums. Zoo Lion has caught attention by winning a handful of songwriting contests — including the 2007 Calgary radio station X 92.9 Denim Lounge Songwriter’s Showcase and the $25,000 preliminary round of the Calgary radio station Fuel 90.3 Big Rock Star contest.
March 17, 2011 - Thursday
Live Music (Ernie O's): The Weebles
March 17 at 9 pm. Ernie O's Pub.
No cover charge.
Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with the Irish/Celtic sounds of musical group "The Weebles".
No cover charge.
Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with the Irish/Celtic sounds of musical group "The Weebles".
March 12, 2011 - Saturday
Performance (Chautauqua): Ballet Kelowna - Actions Consequences
March 12 at 7 pm. The Red Brick Art Centre and Museum.
$25 tickets available at Freezen Hot Music (Edson), Thymes Two and Ernie O's.
Ballet Kelowna is breathtakingly beautiful, bold and fresh; captivating audiences with classical and innovative dance. Because they are a small ballet company, their performances are intimate, carefully crafted, rare and precious, captivating audiences through the movement of dance.
Actions Consequences - Returning choreographer, Gioconda Barbuto, debuts a much anticipated newly commissioned ballet set to the music of Montreal composer Michael Oesterle. Gioconda’s choreography is well known (Negotiating Shifts – 2008) for its passion, intensity and lyrical physicality. “Lignes et Pointes” (1975) is a masterful interpretation of the music of French Canadian composer Pierre Mercure. Uniquely co-choreographed by two choreographers, Brian Macdonald C.C. (Montreal, QC)) and Brydon Paige (Duncan, BC). “In Stride” (1999), set to the pulsating music of Glenn Branca, is a light-hearted, effervescent and joyfully physical romp through the demands of contemporary choreographic vocabulary. Playfully energetic and inno-classically inspired. Rounding out the program is Artistic Director David LaHay’s engaging “Dvorak Dances” (2006), set to a selection of Czech composer Antonin Dvorak’s popular Slavonic Dances.
Chautauqua is pleased to announce the evening will begin with performances by Edson Recreational Dance students.
Contact Kate at 780-712-3535 for tickets and information.
$25 tickets available at Freezen Hot Music (Edson), Thymes Two and Ernie O's.
Ballet Kelowna is breathtakingly beautiful, bold and fresh; captivating audiences with classical and innovative dance. Because they are a small ballet company, their performances are intimate, carefully crafted, rare and precious, captivating audiences through the movement of dance.
Actions Consequences - Returning choreographer, Gioconda Barbuto, debuts a much anticipated newly commissioned ballet set to the music of Montreal composer Michael Oesterle. Gioconda’s choreography is well known (Negotiating Shifts – 2008) for its passion, intensity and lyrical physicality. “Lignes et Pointes” (1975) is a masterful interpretation of the music of French Canadian composer Pierre Mercure. Uniquely co-choreographed by two choreographers, Brian Macdonald C.C. (Montreal, QC)) and Brydon Paige (Duncan, BC). “In Stride” (1999), set to the pulsating music of Glenn Branca, is a light-hearted, effervescent and joyfully physical romp through the demands of contemporary choreographic vocabulary. Playfully energetic and inno-classically inspired. Rounding out the program is Artistic Director David LaHay’s engaging “Dvorak Dances” (2006), set to a selection of Czech composer Antonin Dvorak’s popular Slavonic Dances.
Chautauqua is pleased to announce the evening will begin with performances by Edson Recreational Dance students.
Contact Kate at 780-712-3535 for tickets and information.
March 11 & 12, 2011 - Friday & Saturday
Live Music (Ernie O's): Boogie Patrol
March 11 & 12 at 9 pm. Ernie O's Pub.
No cover charge.
The Boogie Patrol is a Blues, Funk, Soul band from Edmonton, Alberta. After creating a serious buzz on the lips of Edmontonians in the know, these diverse musicians entered the studio to record their debut album ‘Groove On or Bug Off’. Showcasing the talent of Alberta’s own Rotten Dan on harmonica and vocals, Nigel Gale on bass, Jimmy James on drums, and Japan's-Loss-Is-Alberta's-Gain Yuji Ihara on guitar, Boogie Patrol brings funk back to its roots and leads to you a place of good lovin. With newest addition Sean Grieve on keyboards, the Boogie Patrol combine jaw-dropping guitar, keys & harmonica solos with a rhythm section that you can't help but move 'n' groove to.
No cover charge.
The Boogie Patrol is a Blues, Funk, Soul band from Edmonton, Alberta. After creating a serious buzz on the lips of Edmontonians in the know, these diverse musicians entered the studio to record their debut album ‘Groove On or Bug Off’. Showcasing the talent of Alberta’s own Rotten Dan on harmonica and vocals, Nigel Gale on bass, Jimmy James on drums, and Japan's-Loss-Is-Alberta's-Gain Yuji Ihara on guitar, Boogie Patrol brings funk back to its roots and leads to you a place of good lovin. With newest addition Sean Grieve on keyboards, the Boogie Patrol combine jaw-dropping guitar, keys & harmonica solos with a rhythm section that you can't help but move 'n' groove to.
March 8, 2011 - Tuesday
Annual Event (Edson and District Community Learning Society): International Women's Day
March 8 at 5:30 pm. The Red Brick Art Centre and Museum.
$20 early bird tickets ($30 after February 24) at Edson Public Library, Town of Edson Community Services, Edson and District Community Learning Society.
5:30 pm - Social and appetizers; raffle to support Yellowhead Emergency Shelter for Women
6:45 pm - Opening remarks followed by keynote: Energy NOW!; door prize and raffle draws
8:00 pm - Wrap up and dessert
Keynote by Michelle Cederberg: Energy NOW! How to Generate More Energy, have Greater Health and Recharge Your Life.
Contact Edson and District Community Learning Society at 723-6247 for more information.
$20 early bird tickets ($30 after February 24) at Edson Public Library, Town of Edson Community Services, Edson and District Community Learning Society.
5:30 pm - Social and appetizers; raffle to support Yellowhead Emergency Shelter for Women
6:45 pm - Opening remarks followed by keynote: Energy NOW!; door prize and raffle draws
8:00 pm - Wrap up and dessert
Keynote by Michelle Cederberg: Energy NOW! How to Generate More Energy, have Greater Health and Recharge Your Life.
Contact Edson and District Community Learning Society at 723-6247 for more information.
March 8, 2011 - Tuesday
Special Event - Hockeyville Edson Rally
March 8 from 6:30 - 9:30 pm. Edson and District Leisure Centre.
Free family event: everyone is welcome.
- Baker Hughes is running the BBQ along with Minor Hockey Parents
- BBQ $1 Hotdog, $2 Burger, $2.50 Cheeseburger all proceeds go to Kids Sport Edson
- road hockey games organized by the Edson ICE
- entertainment from Oldscool
- live broadcast of CBC announcement!
Contact Andrea Laboucane at Town of Edson Community Services 780-723-4403 for more information.
Free family event: everyone is welcome.
- Baker Hughes is running the BBQ along with Minor Hockey Parents
- BBQ $1 Hotdog, $2 Burger, $2.50 Cheeseburger all proceeds go to Kids Sport Edson
- road hockey games organized by the Edson ICE
- entertainment from Oldscool
- live broadcast of CBC announcement!
Contact Andrea Laboucane at Town of Edson Community Services 780-723-4403 for more information.
March 4 & 5, 2011 - Friday & Saturday
Live Music (Ernie O's): Rattlesnake Romeo
March 4 & 5 at 9 pm. Ernie O's Pub.
No cover charge.
Rattlesnake Romeo is a four piece 'Dirt Rock' band from Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. Since its full formation in late October '08 Rattlesnake Romeo has opened for Wide Mouth Mason, David Usher (Moist), Ill Scarlett and Default as well as performing numerous shows as headliners.
No cover charge.
Rattlesnake Romeo is a four piece 'Dirt Rock' band from Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. Since its full formation in late October '08 Rattlesnake Romeo has opened for Wide Mouth Mason, David Usher (Moist), Ill Scarlett and Default as well as performing numerous shows as headliners.
March 4, 2011 - Friday
Event (Edson Creative Arts Society): ARTy Gras
March 4 from 7:30 - 10 pm. The Edson Public Library Building.
Free to attend for members and invited guests.*
- fundraiser for the Edson Creative Arts Society
- rummage sale of art and art-related items
- live music
- refreshments
- 18 and over
- FUN!
*Please email Robyne at robyne.w@telus.net to get on the guest list (as we are serving alcohol, this is a requirement by the Alberta Liquor and Gaming Commission). Alternately, you can pick up an invitation at the Edson Public Library.
Free to attend for members and invited guests.*
- fundraiser for the Edson Creative Arts Society
- rummage sale of art and art-related items
- live music
- refreshments
- 18 and over
- FUN!
*Please email Robyne at robyne.w@telus.net to get on the guest list (as we are serving alcohol, this is a requirement by the Alberta Liquor and Gaming Commission). Alternately, you can pick up an invitation at the Edson Public Library.
March 4, 2011 - Friday
Performance (W.P. Puppet Theatre): Finding My Song: By Bird
March 7 at 7:00 pm. The Red Brick Arts Centre and Museum.
$8 for children 12 year and under, $10 for adults. Tickets available at the Edson Public Library and at the door.
Show running time is 1 hour followed by a Q&A
Recommended for ages 5 years and older.
Finding My Song: By Bird is a fifty minute live theatre production for family audiences. It utilizes a paper aesthetic for the puppet designs and set. Two actors manipulate a multitude of puppets as well as play the parts of the Paper Bird Lady and Mr. Zlativ, the Choirmaster. Original music underscores the live voices and a movie projects onto a large screen which is integrated into the set. The imagery in the movie matches the overall paper aesthetic and reflects or supports the character’s physical or mental setting.
$8 for children 12 year and under, $10 for adults. Tickets available at the Edson Public Library and at the door.
Show running time is 1 hour followed by a Q&A
Recommended for ages 5 years and older.
Finding My Song: By Bird is a fifty minute live theatre production for family audiences. It utilizes a paper aesthetic for the puppet designs and set. Two actors manipulate a multitude of puppets as well as play the parts of the Paper Bird Lady and Mr. Zlativ, the Choirmaster. Original music underscores the live voices and a movie projects onto a large screen which is integrated into the set. The imagery in the movie matches the overall paper aesthetic and reflects or supports the character’s physical or mental setting.
February 26, 2011 - Saturday
Annual Event (Edson Ukrainian Cultural Society): Perogy Supper Fundraiser
Febrary 26 from 5:30 - 11:00 pm. Edson Legion Hall.
11 and over $20, 3-11 $10, 2 and under FREE. Tickets available at Thymes Two in Edson.
Edson Ukrainian Cultural Society hosts their annual Perogy Supper Fundraiser, Saturday February 26th at the Royal Canadian Legion in Edson. Evening includes a full course Ukrainian meal (much more than just perogies) Silent Auction, and performance by Edson Veselka Dancers. Doors open at 5:30, Dinner at 6:30.
For more information call Cindy or Dale 780-723-2927.
11 and over $20, 3-11 $10, 2 and under FREE. Tickets available at Thymes Two in Edson.
Edson Ukrainian Cultural Society hosts their annual Perogy Supper Fundraiser, Saturday February 26th at the Royal Canadian Legion in Edson. Evening includes a full course Ukrainian meal (much more than just perogies) Silent Auction, and performance by Edson Veselka Dancers. Doors open at 5:30, Dinner at 6:30.
For more information call Cindy or Dale 780-723-2927.
February 20 - March 27, 2011 - every Sunday
Screenings (NOVA Theatre): Edson Film Festival
All shows at 5 pm only. NOVA Theatre.
February 20 - Burlesque (rated PG)
February 27 - Hereafter (rated PG)
March 6 - The Fighter (rated 14A)
March 13 - Country Strong (rated PG)
March 20 - Barney's Version (rated 14A)
March 27 - The King's Speech
Movie Info Line: 780-723-3685. Manager's Line: 780-723-4906.
February 20 - Burlesque (rated PG)
February 27 - Hereafter (rated PG)
March 6 - The Fighter (rated 14A)
March 13 - Country Strong (rated PG)
March 20 - Barney's Version (rated 14A)
March 27 - The King's Speech
Movie Info Line: 780-723-3685. Manager's Line: 780-723-4906.
February 18 & 19, 2011 - Friday & Saturday
Live Music (Ernie O's): The Stone Cartel
February 18 & 19 at 9 pm. Ernie O's Pub.
No cover charge.
The Stone Cartel is a four piece alternative/rock band from Calgary.
No cover charge.
The Stone Cartel is a four piece alternative/rock band from Calgary.
February 15, 2011 - Tuesday
Registration Deadline: Yellowhead Rotary Arts Festival
Register by February 15 to be part of the Festival which takes place April 15 - 30.
Performing Arts: Handbells, Instrumental, Piano, Speech, Voice
Creative Writing: Poetry, Short Story, Creative Non-Fiction
Visual Arts: Drawing, Fibre Arts, Jewelery & Accessories, Painting, Photography, Pottery, Sculpture, LEGO®, Film
$12 per individual entry.
$24 per small group entry.
$40 per large group entry.
All registrations are online this year at www.yraf.com/festival.htm
If you require assistance with your registration, contact Tracy Templeton, Edson and Yellowhead County Creative Campus Coordinator, at 780-723-5131.
Performing Arts: Handbells, Instrumental, Piano, Speech, Voice
Creative Writing: Poetry, Short Story, Creative Non-Fiction
Visual Arts: Drawing, Fibre Arts, Jewelery & Accessories, Painting, Photography, Pottery, Sculpture, LEGO®, Film
$12 per individual entry.
$24 per small group entry.
$40 per large group entry.
All registrations are online this year at www.yraf.com/festival.htm
If you require assistance with your registration, contact Tracy Templeton, Edson and Yellowhead County Creative Campus Coordinator, at 780-723-5131.
February 2 - 28, 2011
Art Show (Alberta Society of Artists @ Edson Public Library): The Forest Show
The United Nations Forum on Forests declared 2011 to be the International Year of the Forests. The Edson Public Library, in conjunction with the Alberta Society of Artists, is happy to present The Forest Show.
Our forests, one of the planet's most precious resources, are celebrated this exhibition. The Forest Show will be at the Edson Public Library, February 2 to 28. It is an exciting and diverse exhibition of juried artworks from Albertans.
The exhibition showcases high-quality art and addresses the concerns we share regarding the sustainability of our forests. The Alberta Society of Artists ant the artists themselves are hoping to raise awareness about the important ecological, economic, and social functions forests play in everyday life. Be sure to visit Edson Public Library during February.
Our forests, one of the planet's most precious resources, are celebrated this exhibition. The Forest Show will be at the Edson Public Library, February 2 to 28. It is an exciting and diverse exhibition of juried artworks from Albertans.
The exhibition showcases high-quality art and addresses the concerns we share regarding the sustainability of our forests. The Alberta Society of Artists ant the artists themselves are hoping to raise awareness about the important ecological, economic, and social functions forests play in everyday life. Be sure to visit Edson Public Library during February.
January 25 - 27, 2011
Performance (École Pine Grove School): Aladdin
January 25, 26, 27 at 7 pm. The Red Brick Art Centre and Museum.
School matinees at 10:15 am and 1:15 pm. January 28 school matiness at 9:15 am and 12:00 noon.
School matinees at 10:15 am and 1:15 pm. January 28 school matiness at 9:15 am and 12:00 noon.
January 20 - 22, 2011
Performance (Chautauqua & Pandora Players): The Show of the Century
Celebrate the Centennial with the Pandora Players as we take a fun and factual look at our history. Remember music, fashion and popular culture looking back on the events that have shaped Edson for the last hundred years!
January 20, 21 & 22, 2011 at 7 pm. The Red Brick Art Centre and Museum.
Tickets are $20 each available at the Town of Edson
January 20, 21 & 22, 2011 at 7 pm. The Red Brick Art Centre and Museum.
Tickets are $20 each available at the Town of Edson
Friday, January 14, 2011
Performance (Chautauqua): Sultans of String
"Sultans of String are Canada's ambassadors of musical diversity. The band romps through an energized adventure of Latin, Gypsy-jazz, Middle Eastern and folk rhythms, celebrating musical fusion and human creativity with warmth and virtuosity..."
2010 JUNO Award Nominees/Canadian Folk Music Award winners
7pm at The Red Brick Arts Centre and Museum
$25 tickets are available at Ernie O's and Thymes Two
For information call 712-3535
This is the first show of Chautaqua's season. Season tickets can still be purchased at Ernie O's, Freezen Hot Music, and The Red Brick, and Thymes Two.
2010 JUNO Award Nominees/Canadian Folk Music Award winners
7pm at The Red Brick Arts Centre and Museum
$25 tickets are available at Ernie O's and Thymes Two
For information call 712-3535
This is the first show of Chautaqua's season. Season tickets can still be purchased at Ernie O's, Freezen Hot Music, and The Red Brick, and Thymes Two.
Chautauqua Season 2011
Season tickets can be purchased at Ernie O's, Freeezen Hot Music, The Red Brick, and Thymes Two until January 14, 2011.
Sunday, January 9, 2011
Workshop: Bringing History to Life
Supported by an Artists in Education grant from the Alberta Foundation for the Arts, Vanier Community Catholic School has Maureen Rooney conducting a mime residency in January. A community workshop was included as part of the grant application. The topic, Bringing History To Life, was selected to compliment the Centennial Celebrations taking place in Edson.
Fee: $25 for adults, $15 for 18 and under
Workshop
- starts with performance of Nellie McClung by Maureen
- participants will then begin bringing their own historical figure to life
What you need
- information about a relative, someone from the region, or a more famous figure (a basic outline of what the person did--or something they did)
- documents such as photos, letters, or diaries if available (consider contacting the archives at the Edson Public Library)
Register with Tracy Templeton, Creative Campus Coordinator, ASAP 780-723-5131. Registrations will also be taken at Vanier during the first week of January 780-723-6612.
Fee: $25 for adults, $15 for 18 and under
Workshop
- starts with performance of Nellie McClung by Maureen
- participants will then begin bringing their own historical figure to life
What you need
- information about a relative, someone from the region, or a more famous figure (a basic outline of what the person did--or something they did)
- documents such as photos, letters, or diaries if available (consider contacting the archives at the Edson Public Library)
Register with Tracy Templeton, Creative Campus Coordinator, ASAP 780-723-5131. Registrations will also be taken at Vanier during the first week of January 780-723-6612.
