St. Paddy’s Day, spring almost here
Spring is literally in my step. The snow in my front yard has melted away, my cold/flu has dissipated, energy is restored and I feel blessed once again with health and vitality.
I look forward to finalizing the program for my upcoming concert with Jazz Cafe, happening on March 27 at the Black Box and I’m excited that one of my favourite guitarists, Jesse Cook, is coming to Kelowna Community Theatre on March 23, and my interview with him will be published closer to his performance date.
St Patrick’s Day is less than a week away. When this day draws near, I know spring is coming, so Keep On and Carry On.
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Tonight, the Our Coffeehouse series begins. The event at Marmalade Cat Cafe, 2903 Pandosy St., features an open mic format before a headline performer hits the stage.
This week, the headliner is Virginia Stanton, a singer/songwriter who loves to create unique covers of songs from the 1960s, ’70s and ’80s.
Doors open at 6:45 p.m., open mic begins at 7:15, followed by the featured artist.
Admission is $5 for Kelowna Arts Council members, and $10 for non-members.
Those wanting to sign up to perform can email their request to info@kelownaartscouncil.ca or text/call Lynda at 250-878-6885.
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This Thursday and next Thursday, a Women of the Okanagan exhibition and tour takes place at the Okanagan Heritage Museum, 470 Queensway Ave.
This event for ages 19 and over celebrates the incredible women of the Okanagan.
If you are curious to know more about a local legend, a woman of status who defied social norms and people in power at a time when this was not done, then this tour is for you.
It includes wine and cheese through
The View Winery and Perseval & Young Cheesemongers.
Tickets are $20, available through eventbrite.ca, by calling the museum at 250-763-2417 or emailing info@kelownamuseums.ca. The time both weeks is 5:30-7 p.m.
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On Friday night, the Vibrant Vine’s own jazz speakeasy comes to life with Wood, Wire and Fire, featuring the incredible talent of Darko Cuc on double bass, Gill Kafka and Neil Fraser on guitar, Denis Letourneau on violin and Lonnie Burma on drums
The concert is from 6-8 p.m. and admission is $25 a person which includes a welcome drink.
To reserve your spot, contact eventsmanager@thevibrantvine.com or call 778-478 4153 ext. 3.
Vibrant Vines is at 3240 Pooley Rd. in East Kelowna.
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Sandhill Happy Hour, Friday, 5-7 p.m., has become the place to get your schmooze on.
This week’s talent is blues harmonica player Sherman Doucette. Visit sandhillwines.ca for more information and talent listings for the weeks to come.
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Parents or grandparents, it’s your turn to treat your youngsters to Mini Pop Kids. This popular and best-selling kids musical group is in town Sunday at 1:30 p.m. The show runs for 90 minutes with a 20-minute intermission and will feature the kids singing hits by Ariana Grande, Shawn Mendes, The Jonas Brothers, Taylor Swift, along with some throwback favourites.
Tickets average $26-$36, but there is a VIP package. Check kelownatickets.com or call 250-862-2867.
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The Red Dot Players presents Vanity Fair by Kate Hamill Thursday to Sunday.
This hilarious, fast-paced stage adaptation of the classic satirical novel by William Makepeace Thackeray, follows the parallel lives of two friends— sweet tempered, loyal Amelia and clever, manipulative Becky, as they negotiate their way through dangers and opportunities of early 19th-century English society.
The play takes place at the Kelowna campus theatre at Okanagan College, 1000 KLO Rd.
There is a dinner theatre option that takes place at Infusions, the restaurant operated by the Culinary Arts Program at the college, which is located steps from the theatre.
Dinner service will begin at 5:30 p.m. and the play begins at 7:30 p.m. with an added matinee on Sunday at 2 p.m.
Tickets can be purchased online through kelownatickets.com.
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Tuesday is St. Patrick’s Day, and even though parades are being cancelled in Ireland and elsewhere, we still can enjoy a pint or two in celebration.
Popular musicians Devon Coyote are at the 19 Okanagan Grill & Bar in Westbank and want to encourage you to get dressed up, put on your dancing shoes, and bring your favourite people to party with.
Music starts at 7:30 p.m. Admission is free, but bring your appetite as the menu will feature salads, burgers and bowls that taste great.
Of course St. Patrick’s Day is celebrated wholeheartedly at O’Flannigan's Pub downtown on Queensway, with music from Lucky Monkey, Rumble 100, and Kelowna’s Pipe Band getting you into the Irish spirit.
The pub is decorated with a green theme from floor to ceiling and, of course, the beer is green as well.
Celebrations start at 11:30 a.m., and continue to closing. Visit the Facebook page for details.