CFURadio Youth Academy

Thanks to a grants from the  Canadian Radio Fund of Canada, and Canadian Summer Jobs, CFUR 88.7 FM is holding its second annual Radio Camp for youths. Participating youth will be encouraged to learn the art of radio based story telling, reporting & entertainment along with important technical skills relating to production and editing.

In this ever changing media landscape it is important for those who are interested in pursuing a future in this discipline to accumulate as many skills as possible and mentorship is key.

The hope of the camp is that participants will have a lot of fun and learn to work as a team. It’s all about making the opportunity available. Everybody has a passion. It might be bugs, track & field, drawing, string-theory, or it might be radio... You’ll never know unless you’re allowed to try! We make that possible in a safe environment.

The camp is open to youths ages 12-17 and will be running until July 28th. If you are interested in learning more about this summer's radio camp please visit http://www.cfur.ca/radio-camp/ alternatively you can reach CFUR station manager Ian Gregg at 250-960-5995.

The Burying Ground

If you're looking for something to do tomorrow (June 9th) , consider checking out the The Burying Ground , playing at the Legion. They are an upbeat blues string band that brings the fire of punk to the technical prowess and distinct sounds of early blues, country and jazz masters as Blind Blake, Bessie Smith, Gary Davis, Jimmie Rodgers and many others. This trio, featuring Woody Forster on guitar and vocals, Devora Laye on washboard, saw, and vocals along with Joseph Lubinsky-Mast on upright bass, just released their newest album, and play a mix of original material  alongside reinvented older songs. They strive to create a lively and gritty sound that is reminiscent of the music of the juke joints and jazz halls of the 1920s and '30s.

The doors open at 8pm, with the show starting at 9pm. As well, the cover fee for this performance is $10.

If you’re in the mood for blues, go check out The Burying Ground tomorrow night!

Celtic Fire Season 12 Episode 25

We're nearing the end of this season so tune in for more from Eddi Reader, Manran, and Traditions of Tiree along with New Tradition, Na h-Oganaich, and Na h-Eileanaich. Enjoy the show!  

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Girls Rock Camp North

Girls Rock Camp North is going to be happening here in PG and is ready to make some noise. It is a week long camp, running from August 21st to the 25th, for female identified and non- binary youth ages 9-17. Throughout the week campers get to work on songwriting, zine and poster making,positive self-image and identity discussions, gear set-up, technical training and much more! Campers of all skill levels are welcome, whether they already play an instrument or not, and all musical preference is encouraged. Registration will be happening Saturday , June 9th at the Wilson Square Community Farmers Market from 10AM-2PM. Fees are operating on a sliding scale, from $0-$300, and the camp accepts people on a first come first serve basis.

If you want to support the camp, you can check out their fundraising concert, She Shreds happening on June 23rd at 8PM. It's happening at the Omineca Arts Centre, and will feature Naomi Kavka, Sober Becky, Britt A.M., Genevieve Jade Tucker, and Kiera Dall'Osto.

For more info you can head to their website at https://www.girlsrockcampnorth.com/, or find them on facebook here:  https://www.facebook.com/girlsrockcampnorth

Uploading Ether in the Attic - On the Beach - 20170605

This episode we get wild on the beach in the land of Hypnotic suggestion, which mostly involves imaginary food. Walter blew the Hubcap stand this week to party with friends en la playa! pic credit: https://the23rdlife.blogspot.ca/2012/10/imagining-jah.html

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Casse Tête: Experimental Music in PG

If your in the market for something a little different, make sure you don't miss out on Casse Tête, a festival of experimental music right happening here in PG! This radically creative music is taking place at Theatre North-West and admission is completely free. It will feature improvisation, free jazz, avant-garde compositions, minimalism, post-rock, noise, and much more. Check out the 5th annual festival from June 15th till the 18th, and if you would like any more information you can head over to their website at http://www.cassetetefestival.com/. [audio mp3="http://www.cfur.ca/wp-content/uploads/20170605-Casse-Tete-PSA-copy.mp3"][/audio]

What's your Problem? - Episode 36: Anniversary Show - 20170531

It has been a full year and then some of WYP. In this episode, the doctor goes over some of her favourite problems from the past with some new spins on the tunes! Thanks for listening so far and let's keep at 'er!  

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Radio Mod - Episode #118 - 20170605

Radio Mod is  back to bring you the very best in vintage Rock, Pop & Mod. This time featuring bands like Rockfour, Rascals, Cardigans, Jefferson Airplane, Garbage and more. Make sure you don't miss out, and tune in!

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Mental Health Matters

This week, Britt AM talks matters of the mind. She provides mental health resources for those that may be struggling, and dishes on some weird dreams she's been having, while slinging some of today's dreamiest tracks. If you are in crisis, you can call 310-6789 (do not add 604, 778 or 250 before the number). This number will connect you to your local BC crisis line without a wait or busy signal, 24 hours a day. Crisis line workers are trained to help provide emotional support as well as mental health information and resources.[mixcloud https://www.mixcloud.com/britt-meierhofer/this-is-britt-am-episode-55-55-and-still-alive-but-really-how-are-you/ width=100% height=120 hide_cover=1 light=1]