Local Arts

Canadian singer-songwriter Jeffery Straker loves to talk with his audience during breaks and after his shows. He says he's had many "aha!" moments talking to fans on tour.

Newfoundland’s Ennis Sisters are celebrating their sixth annual holiday tour and for the first time, taking their award-winning three-part harmonies throughout Ontario, Saskatchewan and Alberta this November and December.

Christmas continues at the Dekker Centre Friday evening when four of Canada’s finest singer-songwriters will present a mix of Christmas songs, old and new.

It was a night of influences at the last Performer’s Cafe of 2015 at the Humboldt and District Gallery on Nov. 19. Melfort’s Jodie Hergott took the headline spot for the first time along with bandmates from 40oz Philosophy.

Dan Danielson, author of “Memories of a Suitcase Farmer”, spoke on Nov. 17 about his book at the Community Gathering Place. Starting from the beginning of putting together his book, Danielson explained how everyone is capable of writing a book.

For those of you not interested in football, or Roughrider fans waiting for next year, Gallery Singers will be performing at the Dekker Centre Sunday, Nov. 29 at 7 p.m.

Cochin Community Players has two extended weekends worth of presentations due to sell out, as usual, as they present 37 Postcards at the Cochin Community Hall.

The Gog opens its season Friday, Nov. 27 with a return engagement by Megan Nash, a Canadian singer songwriter based in rural Saskatchewan.

Frank Mills drove through North Battleford last year but he didn't even have time to stop for a cup of coffee. This year, he's stopping and staying long enough for fans to spend an evening with Mr. Music Box Dancer.

Local talent will be the focus of a new initiative announced this week by the Dekker Centre for the Performing Arts. To be held March 5 and 6, On Stage at the Dekker Centre will be a showcase for performing artists from the Battlefords and area.