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Artbeat – Arts & Culture from the Edge – September 12, 2025

Now Showing: First Nation Art at the Village Gallery

Declan Bison by Joseph Kruger
Declan Bison by Joseph Kruger

We’re proud to invite the public to experience our Indigenous Art Show, now on display at the MAC/Village Gallery in Lumby.

Featuring the work of First Nations artists from our community, this powerful collection highlights both traditional and contemporary practices—weaving, paintings, sewing, beadwork, sculpture and more. Each piece carries deep meaning and offers a window into the stories, heritage, and creativity of our Indigenous artists.

Exhibition Dates:
September 2 – October 3
Open Monday to Saturday, 10 AM – 4 PM
MAC/Village Gallery – 1975 Vernon Street, Lumby, BC

Artists in the family collection of works created by Jeannette and Julie Wilding
Artists in the family collection of works created by Jeannette and Julie Wilding

We are honoured to host this exhibition and invite everyone to come witness the strength, beauty, and diversity of First Nations art and expression.

Art Classes are Here!!

Wednesday evening Art classes are back with a great line up of classes lead by some of our amazing local artists. 

Check out more information on the MAC website

Theatre classes are back

Theatre classes are now starting up again at the OAP Hall and CBSS Theatre, with something for everyone — from beginner acting to behind-the-scenes production, teen and adult classes, and more.

Register at the Village Gallery or drop in!
More info can be found at: www.monasheeartscouncil.com

Art classes are back for kids 

Sharon Storms will be leading youth through various arts and crafts every Thursday from 3-4:30 pm. So weather kids want to design their own custom shoes, paintings or other creative project they can let their inspiration wild!

Registration is now open at the Village Gallery.

Call for Artists – Collaborative Canvas

 October 6 – November 14

An invitation to artists to create together, pick a friend, pick a family member or a pet. Pick a project, create it together, then share your Masterpiece at the Collaborative show!

2D, 3D, Textile; Paint, Draw, Nature craft, up-cycled, metal, the possibilities are endless.

In a time when the world feels increasingly divided we believe art can bring us closer together! To each other, to our surroundings and deepen the ties that make us human.

Application Deadline October 4/2025

Donations needed – 2nd hand art supply sale

Have you been cleaning out those art spaces? do you have something that you just don’t really use? Something that could be helpful to future artists? MAC is still accepting donations for our 2nd hand art supply sale that will be happening at the end of September at the Autumn Artisan Market.

All the proceeds from this sale go toward student bursaries for those who want to continue their education in the Arts!

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