Local Arts

Aaron Spohr's youth was all about sports, but he always knew when the time was right he'd pick up a guitar and it would be magic. And Spohr said that's just how it happened for him.

Here's some good news. Beginning this year, a Children's Art Tax Credit (CATC) allows parents to claim eligible expenses of up to $500 per year per child under 16, or under 18 if the child is eligible for the disability tax credit.

Sunday night's party night at CN Centre as the Extreme Muzik Tour hits the stage Sept. 25 with Big $ Rich and Gretchen Wilson sharing the stage. "You will come out of the show and say you've never seen anything like it," promised Gretchen Wilson.

Professional jealousies are not quite as old as the subjects in Vivien Lougheed's new book, but they are certainly present in the modern age when it comes to who gets the credit for fossils.

A local artist known for up close and personal depiction of western life presents a solo exhibition of her work Wednesday. An Evening of Lesley White Original Western Art opens at Direct Art, 1650 Queensway Avenue, Wednesday from 6 to 9 p.m.

James and the Giant Peach authored by Roald Dahl was published a half century ago. To celebrate the 50th anniversary of the book and the anniversary of the Dahl's birthday (Sept. 13) the quirky folks at Books & Co.

An iconic B.C. band is coming to Prince George to rock out during Rocktoberfest Haus Party. It's been nine years since 54-40, originally from Tsawassen B.C. and now one of the most popular bands in Canada, has been in Prince George.

The Tapestry Singers program is celebrating its fourth year of providing a mature choral experience to elementary school students.

Artists and artisans will soon have a new venue to sell their wares when the Butler's Market opens this fall.

She loves the blues and is determined to make sure touring acts don't pass her by.