Ticket holders for Chilliwack’s Art of Wine Festival will be thrilled with the award-winning wineries represented at the Cultural Centre Saturday, May 9 at 7pm. This signature festival has it all: a stunning space, perfectly paired hors d’oeuvres, two live entertainment stages, an interactive wine tasting contest, art gallery exhibit themed “Light & Shadow” and a highly sought-after raffle auction sure to create a spectacular evening.

Beyond the glitz and glamour, Chilliwack’s Art of Wine Festival is presented by the Chilliwack Arts & Cultural Centre Society Board of Directors to ensure financial support for the thriving arts and crafts programs at The Centre.

And then, of course, there’s the wine.

Winery representatives will fill the Chilliwack Cultural Centre from gallery to studio theatre, and everywhere in between. Try award-winning wine from Chaberton Estate Winery, Damali Lavender & Winery, Kalalal Organic Estates Winery, Moon Curser Vineyards, Blasted Church Winery and so many more!

The span of showcased wines is both vibrant and wide; from local Valley wineries to samplings from the Sunshine Coast and the Okanagan, the festival showcases both the variety and quality of British Columbia wines.

All in all, this spectacular evening

is a testament to the power of local wine, food, art, and live music – not to mention Chilliwack’s amazing community spirit. Everything comes together in a celebration of everything art – and in overwhelming support for the growing arts and crafts programs at The Centre!

The Art of Wine Festival is an opportunity

to explore new wines, as well as a

chance to take home fabulous items from the silent auction and raffle, sample elegant hors d’oeurves from Chilliwack establishments, and enjoy the stunning space of the Chilliwack Cultural Centre. Settle in with a glass of red or white to enjoy the sweet sounds of the Curbside Jazz Band, or take in the gentle music of acclaimed harpist Glen Cuthbertson.

It’s the perfect way to embrace spring in an intimate environment, and a wonderful opportunity to connect with the tastemakers behind our award-winning BC wines and local food.

“We are expecting to sell out the Art of Wine Festival,” says KellyAnne TeBrinke, Development Officer of the Chilliwack Arts & Cultural Centre Society and one of the organisers behind this stand-out

event. “The word is out: the Art of Wine Festival is the premiere spring event to attend. Sample some of BC’s finest wines and celebrate Chilliwack’s cuisine and culture!”

Call the Box Office at 604-391-SHOW(7469) or visit www.ChilliwackCulturalCentre.ca for online ticketing. Please note this is a 19+ only event.

Chilliwack’s Art of Wine Festival is proud to have Harmony Mortgage Group as its Platinum Sponsor.

Additional generous sponsors include gold sponsors: O’Connor

Dodge Chrysler-Jeep, Sabrina vandenBrink, and Waterstone Law Group; silver sponsors:

Baker Newby, Master Painting and Renovations, and One Yellow Tree. Bronze sponsors are Carmie Joe’s Interiors, Chilliwack Carpet One, Lolly’s Fashion Lounge, Dominion

Lending Drake Entrust, Fraser Valley Physio, Hofstede’s Produce Barn, Little Village Shoes, Mt. Waddington’s Outdoors, Sardis Park Wines, Social Life Media, Unger Window and Door. Media sponsors are Star FM, and the Chilliwack Times, and accommodation sponsor is the Royal Hotel. Producing partners are the Chilliwack Rotary Club and the Chilliwack Arts & Cultural Centre Society.

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FOR TICKETS CALL 604.391.SHOW(7469) or IN PERSON at 9201 Corbould St. or ONLINE www.chilliwackculturalcentre.caThe Centre Box Office Hours: Monday to Friday: 9:30am-9pm, Saturday and Sunday: 9:30am - 5pm

and open one hour before performances.

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CLASSES AT THE CENTRE

ERRORS AND OMISSIONS: While we take many precautions to ensure the accuracy of the Front & Centre Newsletter, occasionally errors or omissions may appear. Patrons are encouraged to double-check dates and times on their tickets or class receipts.

Front CENTREMarch 2015 - NEWS FROM THE CENTRE

THE CENTRE PRESENTS SIGNATURE WINE FEST!

MAKING GLASS BEADS Six sessionsPainting & Drawing Studio April 16 to May 21, 2015 6:30pm to 8:30pm Discover the ancient art of creating beautiful glass beads with a torch and glass rods! This introductory course will introduce students to the basics of flamework. Supplies provided.

Cost: $245

PORTRAIT PHOTOGRAPHY WorkshopPainting & Drawing Studio April 18, 2015 1:00pm to 4:00pm This workshop offers a host of tips for both environmental and studio portraits. Participants will need to bring their own camera, whether a point-and-shoot style or DSLR, and a tripod is recommended.

Cost: $29

STILL LIFE DRAWING Six sessionsPainting & Drawing Studio April 17 to May 22, 2015 10:00am to 12:00pm This class will be an introduction into the excitement of still-life drawing. Starting with contour lines and natural shapes, the class culminates in a series of beautiful finished drawings. Supplies provided.

Cost: $130

GARDEN MARKERS WorkshopArts & Crafts Studio April 21, 2015 6:30am to 8:30pm Turn a simple spoon into a fun creation for planters, garden beds, herb gardens, and more! This is a loud class full of hammering, so bring ear plugs and pent-up emotions! Supplies provided.

Cost: $35

INTRO TO WATERCOLOUR Six sessionsPainting & Drawing Studio April 16 to May 21, 2015 10:00am to 12:30pm Plunge into the exciting world of watercolour painting! Students will learn a variety of techniques. Subject matter may include still-life and landscape themes. Supplies provided.

Cost: $150

INTRO TO DRAWING Six sessionsDrawing & Painting Studio April 17 to May 22, 2015 1:00pm to 3:00pm This class will be an opportunity to discover the world of drawing. Students will develop their drawing abilities through a series of fun exercises, to create form, depth, and detail. Supplies included.

Cost: $130

CLAY CREATORS: HANDBUILDING Nine sessionsClay Studio April 22 to June 24, 2015 6:30pm to 9:00pm Create a variety of ceramic pieces without the use of a potter’s wheel. This class covers dish-making processes and surface techniques. Materials provided.

Cost: $250

To register for classes, or for more information and full class

details, including scheduling and class

descriptions, please visit the Box Office in person or call 604-391-SHOW. Find more infor-

mation online at chilliwackculturalcentre.ca

Open Studios!Clay Open Studio

Mondays 6:00 - 9:00pm Fridays 10:00am - 1:00pm

Life Drawing Open Studio Wednesdays 6:30 - 9:00pmSaturdays 10am -12:30pm

Paper Crafts Open Studio Wednesdays 6:30 - 9:00pm

RAIN CHAINS WorkshopArts & Crafts Studio April 25 1:00pm to 5:00pm Make a home-made rain chain using heavy gauge wire and recycled items salvaged from your local thrift store or garage sale. Using tin snips, wire, and old cookie cans, students will create their own rain chains.

Cost: $55

STOP MOTION Eight sessionsComputer Lab April 16 to June 4, 2015 3:30pm to 5:30pm Make fun stop motion art! Bring your own toys and be ready to have loads of fun. Learn to create a story, use still cameras, and learn four different computer programs. Ages 6 to 10.

Cost: $140

CLAY CREATORS: WHEEL Eight sessionsClay Studio April 25 to July 4, 2015 1:30pm to 4:00pm This course for beginners is the perfect introduction to pottery. Students will explore the entire process of wheel-thrown pottery, from creating on the wheel to finishing, glazing, and firing.

Cost: $250

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SARAH HAGENChilliwack Arts & Cultural Centre Society presents

In our final performance in our Classical Music series, experience Canadian pianist Sarah Hagen in an intimate solo setting. This beautiful concert, with complimentary pastries and beverages, is the perfect start to any morning.

Sponsored by Sardis Bakery, The Royal Hotel, The Chilliwack Times, the City of Chilliwack, The Province of British Columbia, the British Columbia Arts Council, and the Department of Canadian Heritage.

Chilliwack Cultural Centre, Rotary Hall Studio TheatreApril 17, 2015 at 10:30amTickets: Adults $27, Seniors $24, Students $22

JOHN MANNChilliwack Arts & Cultural Centre Society presents

Spirit of the West’s John Mann shares the wisdom and music that arose from from his battle with cancer as well as his recently announced struggle with Alzheimer’s. Mann’s signature honesty is seasoned with whimsy and optimism in a show sure to touch hearts and souls.

Sponsored by the Chilliwack Progress, the Alzheimer Society of British Columbia, the Department of Canadian Heritage, Mertin Auto Group, the Coast Chilliwack Hotel, and the City of Chilliwack.

Chilliwack Cultural Centre, Rotary Hall Studio TheatreApril 17, 2015 at 7:30pmTickets: $32

THE FOX ON THE FAIRWAY

The Chilliwack Players Guild presents

This tribute to great English farce of the 1930s and 1940s takes audiences on a hilarious romp through a private country club. Filled with mistaken identities, slamming doors, and over-the-top romantic shenanigans, it’s a charmingly madcap adventure about love, life, and man’s eternal love affair... with golf.

Chilliwack Cultural Centre, HUB International TheatreApril 23 to May 2, 2015 at 7:30pm, April 26 at 2:00pmTickets: Adult $25, Senior/Student $20

Light & Shadow

The Chilliwack Visual Arist Association presents

Exhibit is on display in the Art Gallery

until April 2 to May 9, 2015

Gallery hours: Wednesday to Saturday, 12 - 5pm

This exhibit showcases the work of ten local photographers as they explore

the relationship between light, shadow, and the stories told by image.

Rhapsody in BlueMay 23

Buddy & The BeatlesMay 24

Vivace!May 30

The Lonely June 27

British Pub NightsJuly 2 - 11

OklahomaJuly 23 - August 2

The Last Five YearsAugust 6 - 9

Louisiana HayrideDecember 4

DEREK EDWARDSShantero Productions presents

Derek Edwards’ Baloney and Wine tour is an uproarious journey through the increasingly strange quirks of our daily routines. In an ever more chaotic world, Edwards remains an inimitable constant, the hilarious voice of reason. Derek Edwards’ new 90-minute stand-up comedy show is a richly textured and enthralling cut above, a brazen and tightly woven running commentary about human nature.

Chilliwack Cultural Centre, HUB International TheatreApril 18, 2015 at 7:30pmTickets: $44

OUT OF A DREAMChilliwack Arts & Cultural Centre Society presents

Embark on a timeless, romantic journey through the beloved Rodgers and Hammerstein songbook. Full of whimsy and nostalgia, this enchanting musical revue draws on Oklahoma, Carousel, The King & I,The Sound of Music and so many more.

Sponsored by The Chilliwack Progress, Amax Praetorian, British Columbia Arts Council, Unger Window & Door, The City of Chilliwack, The Province of British Columbia, and the Department of Canadian Heritage.

Chilliwack Cultural Centre, HUB International TheatreMay 10, 2015 at 7:30pmTickets: Adult $35, Senior $32, Student $30

COLIN JAMESRock.It.Boy Entertainment presents

Iconic Canadian superstar Colin James returns to his full-blooded rock roots with his newest album. This acoustic tour is the perfect blend of old and new: James showcases some of the best rock, blues, gospel,and pop songs he’s ever written. Having traversed so many genres, he has sometimes puzzled onlookers with his eclecticism. But no matter what, Colin James is bound to dazzle audiences with an amazing show.

Chilliwack Cultural Centre, HUB International TheatreMay 11, 2015 at 7:30pmTickets: $47.80

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