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The Chilliwack Arts & Cultural Centre Society presents

Sarah Hagen with special guest Krzysztof Kaczka Be captivated by an utterly magical experience with our Classical Music Series. These intimate mornings of classical music will begin with complimentary coffee, tea, and delicious baked treats before patrons settle down to enjoy the joyous and uplifting sounds of fantastic classical musicians. Hosted by Sarah Hagen, the innovative and exciting young Vancouver pianist, the Classical Music Series brings a collection of virtuoso musicians in to the Cultural Centre to duet with a figure that has been named “the rising star of Canadian classical music”. Beginning the 2014/15 series with a soothing tone will be the award-winning Polish flutist Krysztof Kaczka, the solo flutist of the Guangzhou Symphony Orchestra, and a regular chamber performer that has been heard from North America to South-East Asia and Australia.

MORE INFO Website Facebook Youtube Chilliwack Cultural Centre, Rotary Hall Studio Theatre Friday, October 24, 2014, 10:30am Tickets: Adult $27, Senior $24, Student $22 BUY TICKETS

Paquette Productions presents Elvis the Moments with Pete Paquette The show everyone is talking about!!! Pete has the look, the charisma, the voice, and the moves, representing Elvis in his prime. He is a dynamic performer not to be missed! Supporting Pete will be Toronto's finest Rudy and the Angels band; "Elvis – The Moments" will take you through the musical career of one of the most celebrated entertainers, from early Rock n' Roll to the Vegas Years. Come out and enjoy an evening of Elvis music with international Multi-Award winning Elvis Tribute Artist Pete Paquette with Toronto's finest Rudy and the Angels Show Band. Pete has the look, the charisma, the voice, and the moves, representing Elvis in his prime. He is a dynamic performer not to be missed! Relive the music of Elvis Presley with International Multi-Award winning Elvis Tribute Artist, Pete Paquette. Supporting Pete will be Toronto's finest Rudy and the Angels band; "Elvis – The Moments" will take you through the musical career of one of the most celebrated entertainers, from early Rock n' Roll to the Vegas Years. MORE INFO Website Facebook Youtube Chilliwack Cultural Centre, HUB International Theatre Friday, October 24, 2014, 7:30pm Tickets: $39.50 BUY TICKETS

The Chilliwack Metropolitan Orchestra presents

Romancing the Flute and Harp Featuring CMO Flutist Sarah Dyck and special guest Harpist Kaori Otake. Sarah started her flute studies at the age of 9. She won at the Kiwanis Music Festival three years consecutively with 1st and 2nd places respectively. Sarah has had many years of experience playing with various ensembles in Vancouver and the Fraser Valley, including the Fraser Valley Philharmonic Society,the Chilliwack Symphony Orchestra, and is currently principle flute with the Chilliwack Metropolitan Orchestra, and the Fraser Valley Symphony Orchestra. In the past Sarah has been a

member of the Vancouver Youth Orchestra and the Vancouver Philharmonic Orchestra as well. Harpist Kaori Otake’s powerful, radiant performance and vibrant energy of her soaring on majestic wing will reverberate in your heart. Ms Otake has given solo recitals and concerto performances around the world. She has performed the Debussy Danses and Damase Concertino with the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra and the Handel Concerto with the Vancouver Metropolitan Orchestra conducted by Ken Hsieh. She has also performed the Mozart Concerto with the Nippon Phil conducted by Kenichiro Kobayashi. She has performed at the EXPO in Aichi, Japan where she was born and was invited to do a solo recital in Osaka, Fukui, Chiba, Tokyo, and Sapporo. MORE INFO Website Facebook Chilliwack Cultural Centre, HUB International Theatre Saturday, November 1, 2014, 7:30pm Tickets: Adults $25, Students $15 BUY TICKETS

The Chilliwack Arts & Cultural Centre Society presents

Bentall, Byrnes & Mann Featuring BC’s Barney Bentall, Jim Byrnes and John Mann, this show opens a window into the lives and talent of three of Canada’s finest musicians. With over 25 albums, multiple Juno Awards, and countless tours between them, Bentall, Byrnes and Mann join forces to bring to the stage an engaging mix of their music - from folk to roots, blues-rock to pop. Bringing their own unique experiences to the stage, these musicians put on a show full of their stories. Known for their intimate, warm and entertaining performances, an evening with Bentall, Byrnes and Mann will make for a truly fine audience experience. With the musicians behind some of Canada’s most well-known hits from the 80s, 90s, and 2000s, Bentall, Byrnes and Mann will be a night of nostalgia and West Coast spirit. MORE INFO Youtube Chilliwack Cultural Centre, HUB International Theatre Sunday, November 2, 2014, 7:30pm Tickets: Adult $35, Senior $32, Student $30 BUY TICKETS

The Chilliwack Arts and Cultural Centre Society presents

Leave it to Cleavage

These ridiculously perky 50's housewives aim to install the virtues of the good ol' days through hilarious improvised scenes, using audience suggestions and volunteers. Hosted by the original Desperate Housewives, “Leave it to Cleavage’s” delightful homemakers incorporate audience members, game show questions, and hilarious improv comedy. Want to know how to make your marriage last? Cook a roast? Keep your neighbour off your lawn? Build a swimming pool with your bare hands? There's no problem too big that Leave it to Cleavage can't solve with a perky attitude and matching satin party dresses. Leave it to Cleavage knows how hard it is to be a modern woman, and they know just how to make it better… with some good old fashioned improvised common sense… and a martini.

“The Really Real Housewives of Vancouver”

Adult material and situations – may not be appropriate for all audiences. MORE INFO Website Youtube Chilliwack Cultural Centre, HUB International Theatre Thursday, November 6, 2014, 7:30pm Tickets: Adult $32, Senior $29, Student $27 BUY TICKETS

ALSO AT THE CENTRE BOX OFFICE:

Piano Extravaganza – November 8, 2014

On The Air – November 9, 2014

Max & Ruby – November 14, 2014

Warren Miller – No Turning Back – November 15, 2014

On Golden Pond – November 20, 21, 22, 23, 27, 28 & 29, 2014

Sarah Hagen and Anne Grimm – December 5, 2014

A Louisiana Hayride Christmas – December 5, 2014

A Rock 'n' Roll Christmas – December 8, 2014

Ken Lavigne – December 11, 2014

Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker Suite – December 13, 2014

A Circus In Wonderland – December 14, 2014

Winter Harp – December 16, 2014

Bringing it Back – Adam Fitzpatrick & Cadillac Kings – December 18, 2014

Sing-A-Long with the Sound of Music – December 19, 2014

The CMO Celebration of Christmas – December 20, 2014

Chilliwack Visual Artists Association presents

HEAT, LIFE, WATER Artists Elaine Unrau, Diane Davidson-Bastien and Karen Ireland collaborate in the diverse mediums of watercolour, batik, and warm glass. Each uniquely inspired by the elements and energies of heat, life, and water. September 18th – November 1st, 2014.

Information for all of our fall classes is now available on our website! With a huge range of arts and crafts classes including pottery, painting and drawing, crafts and more, there really is something for everybody at the Centre. Check our website for full details on even more upcoming classes!

CHECK OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE INFORMATION ON OUR 2014 CLASSES!

Acrylic Painting Adult Class – 6 sessions Date: October 22 to November 26, 2014 Time: Wednesdays, 10:am to 12:00pm Instructor: Dan Berube Cost: $125

This fun class will be an opportunity for students to explore skills and techniques in Acrylic Painting. This fun class will be an opportunity for students to explore skills and techniques in Acrylic painting. Topics will include a variety of techniques such as underpainting, composition, layering, light and shade, using colour and texturing. The world of colour will also be explored. Subject matter may include still life, nature and landscape themes. Students will supply their own paints and materials with the instructor’s advice.

Watercolour Explorations Adult Class – 6 sessions Date: October 23 to November 27, 2014 Time: Thusdays, 1:00 to 3:00pm Instructor: Dan Berube Cost: $120

This fun class will be an opportunity for students to explore new skills and techniques in Watercolour Painting. Splash your way to happiness! This fun class will be an opportunity for students to explore new skills and techniques in Watercolour painting. Subject matter will include a variety of techniques such as applying washes, wet on wet techniques, pouring, glazing and masking. The world of colour will also be explored. Subject matter may include still life, flowers, nature and landscape themes. Students will supply their own paints and materials with the instructor’s advice. Students should have done the Intro to Watercolour Class or have some knowledge of watercolour techniques.

Stop Motion Kids Class (Ages 6-10) – 8 sessions Date: October 23 to December 11, 2014 Time: Thursdays, 3:30 to 5:00pm Instructor: Brunella Battista Cost: $140

Learn to create Animation through Stop Motion. If you love animation and stop-motion, if you like to create your own characters, play with Lego or any favorite toys, if you like to draw or make origami this camp is what you have been waiting for. Be creative everyday and make fun stop-motion art to share with friends and family. Bring your own toys and be ready to have loads of fun. 2 hr class one day per week for 4 weeks plus a screening event. Learn to create a story, use still cameras and learn 4 different computer programs. Public Screening of your best videos on the last day.

Intermediate Drawing Discovery Adult Class – 6 sessions Date: October 24 to November 28, 2014 Time: Fridays, 1:00 to 3:00pm Instructor: Dan Berube Cost: $125

Be surprised by how well you can draw! This class will be an opportunity to explore the excitement of drawing. Students will develop their own drawing abilities through a series of fun exercises. We will explore contour line, solid three dimensional shapes, shading to create form, portrait drawing and various media to develop innovative drawings. *paper supplied

A Day with Bob Kingsmill Pottery Demonstration Adult Date: October 25, 2014 Time: Saturday, 10:00am to 4:00pm Instructor: Bob Kingsmill Cost: $100

Bob Kingsmill began making ceramic objects in Winnipeg under the tutelage of Muriel Guest. In 1967 he moved to Kelowna and in the Okanagan Mission opened his first studio where he produced stoneware and raku-fired pieces. He initiated the "Mission Hall Sale" which in 2007 celebrated 40 years in existence, helping Okanagan potters gain recognition for their fine work. In the 70's Bob moved to the coast and set up a studio on Bowen Island, where he put together his first book, A Catalogue of B.C. Potters. In 1979 Bob opened the studio on Granville Island in Vancouver, which he continues to maintain while making his home and keeping a studio in the Okanagan again, in Coldstream, near Vernon.

Beginners Wheel Throwing Adult Class – 6 sessions Date: October 26 to December 7, 2014 Time: Sundays, 1:00 to 3:30pm Instructor: Cost: $190 price includes materials

Wheel throwing for beginning pottery students or those wishing to continue to build their skills on the wheel. Students will be taken through the entire process from creating on the wheel tothe finishing of their work through glazing and firing. This is an eight week course, with seven weeks of wheel work and the eighth for glazing. There will be a one week break between the seventh and eighth class in order for all work to properly dry prior to firing.

Beginners Hand Building Adult Class – 7 sessions Date: October 29 to December 17, 2014 Time: Wednesdays, 6:30 to 9:00pm

Instructor: Cost: $210 materials included

For beginners or intermediate artists who wish to create a variety of ceramic pieces without the use of a potters wheel. This class will cover numerous dish making processes as well as many interesting surface techniques. Come build with us!

Beyond Beginners Wheel Adult class – 5 sessions plus pick up Date: October 20 to December 11, 2014 Time: Thursdays, 6:30 to 9:00pm Instructor: Sue Schellenberg Cost: $165

If you’ve mastered centering and feel it’s time to move forward in your throwing technique, this is the class for you to take the next step. Students will be taken through various projects that will teach them different techniques that will add variety to the types of pieces they are able to complete. Emphasis will be on form and function of the pieces you will be completing in class.Students in this class must be able to center on their own and have some throwing experience.There will be a special focus on making teapots.

Wire Bookmarks Adult Class Date: November 1, 2014 Time: Saturday, 1:00 to 3:00pm Instructor: Alicia Champ Cost: $25

Learn to manipulate heavy gauge wire using simple hand tools into fun and creative shapes. Create a unique gift out of using just wire and a few beads, guaranteed to satisfy even the hardest to buy for. Great for teachers, musicians, or just any book lover.

Afterschool Papermache

Kids Class – 4 sessions Date: November 4 to December 2, 2014 Time: Saturday, 3:30 to 5:00pm Instructor: Stephan Baker Cost: $75

This class is for children who are interested in using an old art form to create simple 3D art pieces. We will work on some easy sculpture ideas using paper mache and other items that can be “recycled” into a work of art!

Glazes – Getting a Great Finish Adult Class – 2 sessions Date: November 4, 18 & 25, 2014 Time: Tuesdays, 6:30 to 9:00pm Instructor: Holly McKeen Cost: $90 materials included

Learn how cone 6 electric fired glazes work, plus how to mix, layer and apply glazes for great effects. This course will offer a better understanding of how to create different colours, textures and effects in oxidation pottery glazes. Learn more about our glazes in the Centre’s Clay Lab, and how different glazes interact. Understand how to mix glaze ingredients, and apply them to achieve special effects. Using a large number of test tiles, students will create glaze colouring, texture and layering samples that will show how various effects are achieved, and how application/thickness and layering affects the results. Also learn tips and techniques on how kiln firing impacts glaze results. Also, bring your questions for expert trouble-shooting – Our Instructor is well known for her glazing expertise.

Continuing Open Studios

Clay Open Studio Drop in $6, or 10 Session Punch Card for $50 Mondays from 6:00PM – 9:00PM Fridays from 10:00AM – 1:00PM

Life Drawing Open Studio Drop In $12, $40 Monthly Subscription, 5 Session Punch Card for $55 Wednesdays from 6:30PM – 9:00PM

Paper Crafts Open Studio Drop in $7, or $56 for a 10 Session Punch Card Wednesdays from 6:30PM – 9:00PM

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The Chilliwack Cultural Centre’s Dinner and a Show program offers discounts or specials at some of Chilliwack’s best restaurants. On the night of your show, you simply present your ticket prior to ordering and receive your discount of special!

Restaurants involved in this fantastic offer include: AUSTIN FISH & CHIPS, BOZZINI’S, CORKY’S, DECADES, FRANKIE’S, KURO, ORIGINAL JOE’S, PRESTONS, RUSTICA’S, SOCIETY GATHERING HOUSE, SWISS CHALET, VITA BELLA, AND WOO MAI.

For more details go to our website: www.chilliwackculturalcentre.ca

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