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Hot Mess – Local artists Erin Boake featured at Red Deer Museum

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3 months ago

Hot Mess: A Residency in Motherhood

The exhibition Hot Mess: A Residency in Motherhood by local Artist Erin Boake will be on display at the Red Deer Museum + Art Gallery (MAG) July 20^thto September 29^th, 2019. In her exhibit Hot Mess, Boake explores and embraces the chaotic, cluttered and cyclical nature of motherhood.

Boake’s self directed Residency in Motherhood, is an ongoing and evolving experiment in seeing and embracing the beautiful side of the clutter, and the raw, sticky, messy side of parenting. This project is for the invaluable, behind the scenes, household heroes we call Mom.

“It has been thrilling to watch Erin Boake mature as an artist,” says Lorna Johnson, Executive Director. “She has mastered her drawing and painting skills and she continues to challenge herself with creative new projects. Hot Mess shows that even the most mundane of household tasks can be fuel for a creative mind and a source of beauty. We are very pleased to present Erin’s work at the MAG.”

Erin Boake was born and raised in Red Deer, where she completed her first two years of visual arts at Red Deer College, before transferring to Alberta College of Art & Design. She graduated with a degree in Painting in 2003. Erin spent many years traveling and living in various communities around Canada and abroad. Between 2008 and 2013, Erin had the opportunity to live and work in Iqaluit, Nunavut, teaching drawing and design at the Nunavut Arctic College. Erin has been teaching art for 17 years, and in the last year, has taken over the role of owner and operator of Artribute Art School, alongside her own studio practice. Erin currently lives in Red Deer with her husband and two small girls, and spends her time doing laundry when she’s not painting it.

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BIG HANK’S TRIBUTE TO THE BLUE’S SONGS OF CHRISTMAS

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7 hours ago

November 13, 2019

Lloyd Lewis

“…This is a great show. I mixed it last year and it was awesome!…” Carl Stretton

If you’re a music fan in the city, you probably know Carl Stretton. He’s been mixing bands, playing bass, hosting jams, and supporting music for decades. So when he says a show is awesome, I generally pay attention. Here’s some more from Carl:

“Blues fans old and young (all ages) are welcome. Some great players on this tour. Big Hank with a great lineup. Some Canadian greats. Jack Lavin from Powder Blues Band on bass, Dennis Meneely of Streetheart and many bands, Saxophonist Dave Babcock from Edmonton… The ensemble is pretty stellar and a great blues dance party is guaranteed. Family friendly. Fun Times!”

Here’s a video that shows you all you need to know.

BIG HANK’S TRIBUTE TO THE BLUE’S SONGS OF CHRISTMAS

Big Hank Lionhart and the R&B Kingpins are going to fill your ears and spirits with the glorious gift of Christmas Blues! Featuring a brand new line-up, fresh songs and a whole lot of good cheer this will be the ‘don’t miss’ show of the Holiday Season.

This show is a collection of traditional Blues Christmas tunes from the 20’s, 30’s, 40’s 50’s, and 60’s, by the likes of Louis Jordan, Big Joe Turner, BB King, Eric Clapton, Charles Brown, Etta James and more.

It’s not the standard collection of carols; rather it’s a tribute that gives you a look into the souls of the fabulous music legends sharing their Christmas Blues. A refreshing take on a holiday concert, it has played to sold-out houses and received rave reviews across British Columbia for the past 4 years.

Call 403.406-6592 to reserve your ticket today! $15 cover.

You can learn more about The Krossing here.

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Celebrate Red Deer’s Downtown during CFR! Affordable Fun Experiences!!

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2 weeks ago

October 31, 2019

Downtown Red Deer

Red Deer’s Downtown Business Association is teaming up with Hotels Red Deer and A Limo & Sedan Service to offer some fine entertainment this week!

Ghost & Art Alley Tour – Thursday, October 31 – 12:30 to 2:30

On Thursday, October 31, jump in our “limo” and come enjoy a guided walking tour of one of Canada’s largest bronze sculpture collections and murals created by local artists.

Participating businesses will be handing out Halloween candy during this guided tour.

Hotels Red Deer is providing shuttle services for this event. It’s free with your ticket to participate. Here’s the schedule for pick up!

Ghost & Art Alley Tour – South Shuttle. (pick up)

Pick up at Enmax Centrium from (11:35 – 11:44)
Enmax to Motel 6 (4min) — (11:48 – 11:54)
Motel 6 to Sandman (4min) — (11:58 – 12:03)
Sandman to Cambridge (4min) — (12:07 – 12:12)
Cambridge to Baymont (3min) — (12:16 – 12:21)
Baymont to DBA (4min) — Arrive at 12:25 p.m.

Ghost & Art Alley Tour – North Shuttle (pick up)

Pick up at Best Western from (11:53 – 11:58)
Best Western to Radisson (3min) — (12:01 – 12:06)
Radisson to Quality Inn & Suites (6min) — (12:12 – 12:17)
Quality Inn & Suites to DBA (7min) — Arrive at 12:23 p.m.

Click here for information and tickets..

Dine Downtown – Friday, November 1 – 4:00 to 6:30

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On Friday, November 1, jump in our “limo” and discover two unique downtown restaurants!

Your ride and meal will be a highlight of your Red Deer experience!

Again Hotels Red Deer is providing shuttle services for this event. It’s free with your ticket to participate. Here’s the schedule for pick up!

Downtown Dining – South Shuttle (pick up)

Pick up at Enmax Centrium from (3:35 – 3:45)
Enmax to Motel 6 (4min) — (3:49 – 3:54)
Motel 6 to Sandman (4min) — (3:58 – 4:03)
Sandman to Cambridge (4min) — (4:07 – 4:12)
Cambridge to Baymont (3min) — (4:16 – 4:21)
Baymont to DBA (4min) — Arrive at 4:25 p.m.

Downtown Dining – North Shuttle (pick up)

Pick up at Best Western from (3:45 – 3:55)
Best Western to Radisson (3min) — (3:58 – 4:03)
Radisson to Quality Inn & Suites (6min) — (4:09 – 4:14)
Quality Inn & Suites to DBA (7min) — Arrive at 4:21 p.m.

Click here for information and tickets to Tribe..

Click here for tickets to Tandoor & Flame

Shop, dine or play in Downtown Red Deer during the 2019 Canadian Finals Rodeo! Email a picture of your receipt(s) from ANY Downtown businesses for your chance to win.

Email: info@downtownreddeer.com

Participants will be entered in a draw to win back the value of their purchases, up to $500. Purchases made at any time between October 26-November 3, 2019 can be combined as one entry.

More Information: http://www.cfrreddeer.ca/event/win-your-purchase/