Michelle Connolly an MA of UNBC's Environmental Sciences Dept., Ken Edzerza of the Etzenlee Tahltan Family Clan Association, and Todd Whitcombe of UNBC's Chemistry Dept. all discuss the topic, "How to Spur Action in the Face of Climate Change"
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Mob Bounce is a duo of insanely talented indigenous men. You may have seen them in the Lheidli T'enneh Pavilion during the Canada Winter Games in 2015.If you didn't, don't worry, they made their first full length album FREE for your consumption. Visit www.mobbouncemusic.com to download it and find out more about their community work.
This album is a treasure trove of diversity - there are poems, acoustic renditions, hip hop jams. Throughout the whole thing is an incredibly clear expression of cultural pride and promise for the future.
BURN SAGE EVERYDAY.
Check it out loves - Riot Grrrl
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16 Feb 2016 -- Williams Lake-native Brandon Hoffman, better known as Blocktreat, was shown some love by VICE's Noisey Canada Staff today! (Happy belated Valentine's Day?)
The article, entitled "Get Lost In Blocktreat's Catchy New Single 'Hinterland Steez,'" is accompanied by the release of a single from his soon-to-come album, Exciting New Ventures In Fucking Up. In addition to the track, Noisey featured a photo of Brandon shot by singer-songwriter Sam Tudor of Big Lake, BC. Lots of love for the Cariboo!
Indie Shuffle was first to offer a taste of the new album with the single "Follow Your Stupid Heart." These two tracks, in addition to Blocktreat's other albums, are perfect for riding the city bus or slothing around the library until 11pm or lying on your living room floor.
If you're keen to hear more music by Williams Lake/Big Lake locals, I'll leave my Audiomap episode here. It features Blocktreat, Sam Tudor, and many others. You can listen if you'd like.
Post by Dara Campbell
https://www.mixcloud.com/daracampb/episode-five-williams-lake/
Hey sweet darlin' CFUR fans, It's no secret that this particular Riot Grrrl is in love with her scene here in Northern BC. This past summer I was lucky enough to attend several festivals in BC and like the years before they made me an even bigger fan than I was before.
I figured I would start off 2016 with a bunch of songs about love - love for music, and for people. New love, lust, old loves, true love, and the end of love, which always has something good in it if you look for it. My one true love is music, and my local scene, which has never failed to fill me up.
So enjoy my friends, and love freely.
yours truly,
Riot Grrrl #1
riotgrrrl@cfur.ca
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Happy December to you all! Twinkling lights, snowy treetops, rosy cheeks, and, ah yes, blatant consumerism. The good news? You can avoid supporting exploitative, money-hungry, eco-unfriendly corporations by shopping LOCAL this weekend!
Prince George grassroots project Home Sweet Home is proud to present the 4th Annual Pulp City Indie Bazaar! This event is your one-stop shop for holiday treats, snacks, and gifts.
When? THIS Saturday, December 5th, from 10am-4pm Where? Knox United Church, 1448 5th Avenue
Vendors include Ribbon & Sparks, local artists Frances Gobbi and Maureen Hamilton, Hunter + Thistle Creative, Cards by Cori, Farlane Supply Co, Wild Rising + Friends, Hygge Hearth, Na-Dene Arts and Design, Molipop, and many, many more!
Facebook event : https://www.facebook.com/events/1399333687025097/
The Fresh Sheet talks about some very important issues and events that are happening in the community. We ALSO chat with Dave a little about the First Waltz show from Saturday Nov 21st and how FABULOUS that was. Hope you like all the new music the Dave's picked for you guys! The Mental Health Association Contact:
Coordinator- Rochelle Frigon: rochellefrigon@cmhapg.ca
The Montreal Massacre Event Contact:
Womens Center- Sarah Boyd: empower@unbc.ca
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There are numerous versions of Charles Dickens’ beloved tale “A Christmas Carol” out there. It’s a timeless story, really; we never tire of watching Ebenezer Screwed - I mean, Scrooge- get scared out of his mind by a couple of spirits until he understands the meaning of Christmas. Ah, joy. Recently I had the chance to watch Theatre Northwest’s brand-new spin on A Christmas Carol, adapted and directed by Heather Davies; I was not disappointed in the slightest.
The show starts out in the future, with Scrooge and his family and friends all gathered round on Christmas evening and ask Scrooge to regale them with the story of how he came to join them in their festivities. And so the adventure begins.
It is charming, energetic, humorous at times; (“What’s that upon your cheek?” The Ghost of Christmas Past says when she watches Scrooge cry. “A pimple,” he replies dismissively, wiping it away.) and made my otherwise cold and deadened soul feel the full range of emotion over the course of two hours. It had everything I wanted in any rendition of the Christmas Carol and more; I loved the steampunk elements (a unique Theatre Northwest twist!), I loved the acting (some great local work), the singing (Christmas music sung well is my favourite), the special effects (they really did make it look magical), and the costumes (wardrobe department was very on point with the Ghosts).
I was so very impressed by the production; it was clear that an enormous amount of work was put into it. I recommend this show to anyone and everyone who loves the holidays (and if you don't love the holidays maybe this is just the thing you need.). If you think you’ve seen everything when it comes to this classic story, think again. Theatre Northwest delivers a fresh take, and I personally left the show humming “Joy to the World” under my breath, so that probably tells you what kind of mood it put me in.
The show runs until December 9 only, and tickets run out fast. I highly advise you to go to their website (theatrenorthwest.com) and book a ticket for you and your family/friends as soon as possible. This is one rendition of A Christmas Carol you definitely don’t want to miss!
The first weekend of November is upon us and it's full of good things! If you're curious as to what the things are - read on. Power Duo's FREE album release show is happening Friday the 6th @ 8pm. The Parish Church of St. Michael and All Angels will surely be a lovely venue for the Prince George duo's scrappy and poignant folk harmonies. All ages! ** Tickets for the After Party are $10 a piece at Handsome Cabin Boy Tattoo. Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1509934009329878/
The indie rock/pop/funk/folk/northern BC vibes of Bright City Heights will be alive and well and really friggin' vivacious at the Westwood Pub, Saturday the 7th @ 9pm. 19+. No cover! Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1630366007233948/
Prince George's The Statistics are opening for Texture and Light, an electronic dream rock band from BC's Sunshine Coast. The cover charge is $5 but the show will be priceless. Don't miss this energetic, sweaty, and intimate experience. Saturday the 7th @ 9pm at none other than Nancy O's. 19+. Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/497756477054458/
The Hart Community Centre is hosting a Barn Dance Party Saturday the 7th @ 8pm. At $25 a piece, tickets include food and a shuttle service. Local country artist Rick Stavely will be playing from 8:30 to 11pm, followed by DJ Mike Boyce of Rhythm and Sound. 19+. Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/844431565670833/
What We Did On Our Holiday is screening Saturday the 7th @ 7pm at the College of New Caledoni, courtesy of Cinema CNC. This UK film is a charming and delightful account of a family vacation gone awry, featuring Gone Girl's Rosamund Pike, David Tennant of Dr. Who, and comedian Billy Connolly. Event: http://cinemacnc.blogspot.ca/2015/09/november-7-what-we-did-on-our-holidays.html
CNC International Education and Dana Mandi have collaborated to bring Diwali to Prince George. Dinner, dance performances, door prizes, and fireworks - the whole shbang! Get in on the festivities Saturday the 7th @ 5:30pm at the Hart Banquet Hall. Tickets are $20 for adults, $15 for students, and $10 for children. Event: http://tourismpg.com/events/diwali-party
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There's plenty to see/hear/do in Prince George this weekend and I couldn't be happier about it. But if you're more of a homebody (which I am six out of seven days of the week), you can still get your fill of arts and culture!
Here's an unorderly list of new-ish albums and not-so-new-but-equally-important movies worth checking out: - Days of Heaven by Steven Lambke (album) - Wino Oracle EP by The Zolas (album) - Currents by Tame Impala (album) - Depression Cherry by Beach House (album) - Shake, Shook, Shaken by The Dø (album) - Frank (movie) - The Kings of Summer (movie) - Mad Max: Fury Road (badass movie) - Je suis Femen (badass feminist documentary)
Post by Dara Campbell
