Summerland jazz musician Larry Crawford at a recent community centre concert event A guest blog by Susan NorieAnother in our “Little Town of Summerland” series Following a discussion covering the topic of Aging in the Arts at the Ryga Arts Festival (see Ken’s earlier blog) a broad spectrum of issues was covered at that discussion.... Continue Reading →
Fine thoughts from Deanne Fitzpatrick -- Deanne Fitzpatrick Studio, Amherst, Nova Scotia The other day my husband broke my favourite mug. It was a tan carved mug from a potter in British Columbia that I bought at a chocolate shop in Moncton. I always buy pottery mugs. I buy them because they are beautiful and... Continue Reading →
Anyone familiar with the work of artist Maude Lewis must visit the Art Gallery of Nova Scotia, and in particular the Maude Lewis gallery when visiting Halifax. Surrounded by works from the provincial collection, and from collections of generous benefactors, visitors are met not only with samples of her art, but by her actual house,... Continue Reading →
Take Note - Reflections on life, music, politics, retirement and more by Ken Gray 