Special Events at the Sooke Fine Arts Show
Join Sooke Fine Arts 2011 in celebrating the arts! Many special events are being organized over the 10 day event – regardless of your age or taste we have something for everyone - come and join the fun.Purchasers' Preview. Thursday July 21st, 2011 – 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Tickets - $25 Call 250 642-7256 to reserve tickets, also available at the door
Sponsored by Road's End Contracting Ltd
Can’t wait to see the show? Do you want first crack at purchasing a unique and beautiful piece of art? Come and join us for Purchasers' Preview Night. Enjoy an elegant selection of hors d’oeuvres and wines while you tour the Show.Plan to stay and listen as The Dave Paulson Trio entertain you with Jazz favourites. Sit in the Bistro area and savour the music. Tour the art show. Enjoy the work of some of the best artists from Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands.
Artists' Celebration Evening. Friday July 22nd 7:00pm to 10:00 pm.
Sponsored by Woodland Creek
A special event for invited guests including sponsors and artists. A night of celebrating with awards presentations and music.
The Doug Farr Trio will entertain you with a diet of hearty jazz standards with a side of latin jazz, originals, and some light seasonings from other genres too.
Artz4Boomers. Friday July 22nd 10:00 am – noon
Sponsored by Wood Travel & Cruise
Admission is via donation – space is limited to 25 - Please call 250-642-7256 to register.
Be one of the first through the doors to see Sooke Fine Arts. Artz4Boomers is a chance to get a guided tour through the gallery.
Find out about the various techniques used in the works displayed – ask questions about the style and explore the possibilities for taking classes to help you find a way to express the artist within you.
Artz4Fashion. Saturday July 23rd 7:00 – 9:00 pm
Gallery open until 10pm
Included in the price of admission
Sponsored by Rona, Sooke Harbour House, Croy & Co. Stage Lighting Ltd. and Everything Wine
Join in on an evening where the arts and the runway combine to bring fashion, creativity and style. Our models will be displaying the latest in wearable art. Find a new look for your next wardrobe addition.
Wine may be purchased for $4 / glass
Community Mosaic Mural in Progress.
Monday July 25th thru Friday July 29th 11:00am – 4:00 pm
Stop By and lend a hand in creating this community Mosaic Mural.
Be a part of the 25th anniversary celebration of the Sooke Fine Arts.
Visit the artist, Norene Schmuck, website. Please click here.
Artz4Kids. Tuesday July 26th 2:00 - 4:00 pm
Sponsored by Dr. Louise Morin and Associates
Admission is free for children under 12; however, they must be accompanied by an adult.
Looking for a way to entertain the kids this summer? Let us help you by providing an afternoon of fun at Sooke Fine Arts Show. The afternoon will be filled with crafts, activities, entertainment and prizes especially designed for children under 12 years of age.Bluegrass Night. Tuesday July 26th 6:00 - 8:00 pm
Sooke River Bluegrass Festival Society presents MGM Acoustic Trio.
Artz4Youth. Wednesday July 27th 5:00 - 8:00 pm
Sponsored by Sooke Youth Council
Enjoy pizza as The Sooke Youth Council presents live entertainment just for youth.
Listen to the music of Alyssa Blatchford, Ella Ryan, Hazen Price, Daeun Chung, Sydney Van Eyk, Alex Leno & The Journey Band.
Seniors Teas. Thursday July 28th 2:00 - 4:00 pm and again on Friday July 29th 2:00 – 4:00 pm
Sponsored by Pure Elements and D. Kevin Mayo Inc.
Free for Seniors 65+ / $3 for under 65
Enjoying fine art and a fine cup of tea is an ideal way to spend a summer afternoon. Included in the price of admission Seniors 65+ will be able to take advantage of the special offering of a complimentary cup of tea, scone and jam. Wander the gallery and then sit back and enjoy afternoon tea with friends.
On Thursday enjoy the music of Doug Farr on Piano, and on Friday be entertained by Louise Rose & the Victoria Good News Choir.
Taste of Sooke. Thursday July 28th 7:00 - 9:00 pm
Sponsored by Sooke Region Chamber of Commerce, McCall's Westshore, West Coast Super Storage, Steve Drane Harley-Davidson and Sooke Harbour House
Evening Admission $12.00/pp Wine $4 / glass
A night to explore all that Sooke has to offer – come on out and sample tasty appetizers supplied by the amazing eating establishments of the region. Enjoy a complimentary glass of wine with your friends, wander through the Show and Gallery Shop to find that special item to add to your art collection.
Celebrate the night with local Sooke band, The Rhythm Miners, a rhythmic powerhouse laying down some of the most formidable beats and grooves of our time complementing their all original music.
25th Anniversary Celebration:
Sponsored by Sofia Caffe et Chocolat at the Prestige Oceanfront Resort and Butler Brothers Supplies Ltd.
The 25th Anniversary Gala is an event by invitation only.
Artist Demonstrations. July 23rd – August 1st
Sponsored by Epcor
Selected artists will demonstrate their methods & techniques.EMCS Youth Art Display . July 23th – August 1st
Sponsored by Sooke Community & Police Consultative Society
Youth art on display in Jenny's Bistro.
Volunteer Appreciation Wind-Up Party. Saturday August 6th 4:00 - 9:00 pm at Treacy and Lloyd Reddington’s Home
Sponsored info. TBA