Local Arts

Print maker Michelle Brownridge welcomed an eager and creative group of aspiring printers on Feb. 13 at the Estevan Art Gallery and Museum (EAGM) for a print workshop that would feature the creation of just-in-time Valentine Day cards.

The Middle Coast begins a series of performances across Saskatchewan in late-February and March, and they stop in Assiniboia at the Prince of Wales Centre on March 3.

In 1998 the Estevan Art Gallery and Museum (EAGM) coupled with photographer Shaun Harrison for a project they entitled Women of Influence in the Energy City.

The Arcola Daycare is hosting its annual Ladies Night Out in Arcola on Saturday, March 11. The third annual event is going to bring Vegas to Arcola with games tables being hosted by Bear Claw Casino, so dress up for a night on the town.

Eric Harper, the award-winning Flamenco guitarist, made a stop in Assiniboia on January 31 as part of the Stars for Saskatchewan Concert series.

Tenille Arts has been nominated for “Female Vocalist of the Year” and “Album of the Year” for the 2017 Saskatchewan Country Music Association (SCMA) awards. The winners of the awards will be announced in Saskatoon on Saturday, April 1.

Former Bienfait resident Andy Shauf has received three nominations for Juno Awards, which recognize the best in Canadian music.

The Estevan Arts Council has been working with many local artists, to help them enrich their skills in the age-old artistic tradition of pottery making.

Toes were tapping at the performance by the Twin Fiddles on February 2 at the Shurniak Art Gallery in Assiniboia. It was one of two stops in the area, with the other stop including Lafleche.

Weyburn’s own “Private Drive” recently won Jack 94.5’s Battle of the Cover Bands in Regina.