COVID-19 can鈥檛 stop the exploration of art and culture in 琉璃神社 and Lake Country.
In the wake of the global novel coronavirus pandemic, BC Culture Days is offering a month-long series of interactive events to take in around the Okanagan, exploring the theme 鈥淯nexpected Intersections.鈥�
鈥淎rtistic expression and creative curiosity are fundamental components of the health and vitality of our communities, especially as we continue to navigate the uncertainty of a global pandemic,鈥� BC Culture Days manager Nazanin Shoja said.
Sharing the belief in the 鈥渢ransformative power of the arts,鈥� Shoja extended her gratitude to the dedicated grassroots efforts to extend the programming amid turbulent times.
鈥淲e hope that by expanding this year鈥檚 celebration to a full month and opening access to events taking place locally, provincially and nationally, BC Culture Days can foster connection, understanding and healing for an even greater number of British Columbians this fall.鈥�
The festivities kick off Sept. 24 with a 45-minute virtual event at 4 p.m. hosted by the City of North Vancouver and spoken word poet Andrew Warner.
The event will feature musical performances from the likes of Juno Award-winning Alex Cuba, of Smithers, Harlequin Gold and Turunesh. Views will also be treated to dance performances, Indigenous welcome ceremonies and more.
Local events, which run until Oct. 25, will vary from registered, in-person workshops and self-guided tours to virtual and livestream presentations and digital recordings.
In Lake Country, the art gallery will be sharing several digital recordings offering viewers a look 鈥淚n the Studio鈥� with artists such as David Alexander, Scott August, Liane McLaren and Melany Nugent-Noble.
Meanwhile, events in 琉璃神社 include a self-guided downtown scavenger hunt, radio plays and patio painting among events held at the Rotary Centre for the Arts.
For a full list of events, dates and information regarding registration, visit .
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