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A rts - Entertainment - Events - and what’s going on
The Scene
Upcoming Events Award-winning Canadian band
Upcoming Events
to perform in Edson
Jan 19: A Ukrainian New Year's Eve celebration will Fundraising concert to raise money for ‘Youth Shack’
be held at the Park Court Hall. Dinner, dance, a
midnight lunch, and live music by the “Northern
Kings” will be included. Call 780-727-4476 or 780-
727-2138 for more information or tickets.
Jan 19: Join the Bethel Pentecostal Church from 7
pm to 10 pm for another Jam City session, which
will feature some fun and awesome local talent.
This event is free and open to all the citizens of
Edson. Genres range from classical to heavy metal.
Doors open at 6 pm. For more information, call
Michael Lambregts at 780-517-1757.
Jan 19: Bring the family to the Edson Legion to
enjoy the swirling and pounding of the 49th
Battalion Pipes and Drums. The concert is by
donation to the band.
Jan 20: Come out for some family fun and
celebrate World Snow Day from 12 pm to 4 pm at
the Hornbeck Ski Trails (10 minutes west of Edson).
There will be ski activities for kids and a scavenger
hunt through the trails. Soup, baking and goodies,
hot chocolate, and tea will be available in the
warm up shelter. All you need to bring is your cross
country skis and your family! Remember to dress On January 30, the award-winning Canadian band, Hillsburn, will be performing at the Red Brick Arts
warm. Centre in Edson. “The purpose of the concert is to bring the community together by providing an inspiring
musical experience and to increase awareness about our new and exciting Youth Shack project,” said
Town of Edson Community Development Coordinator Diana Inscho. photo submitted
Jan 24: Learn how easy it is to host a Winter Block
Party at the Galloway Station Museum from 7 pm by Cassie Kushniruk Clare Macdonald, vocalist/violinist Rosanna
to 8 pm. This presentation will give you the ins and Burril, and vocalist Clayton Burril.
outs of hosting a Block Party in the winter. Light Get ready for a stellar live performance and Over the years, Hillsburn has seen their fair
refreshments will be provided. The event is free to unique musical experience on January 30 when share of success since the release of their first
attend and anyone is welcome. award-winning band, Hillsburn, visits Edson for album, The Battle Years. During the 2016
a special fundraising concert at the Red Brick Canadian Folk Music Awards, Hillsburn was
Feb 3: The Edson and Area Early Childhood Matters Arts Centre. awarded for New/Emerging Artist of the Year,
Coalition invites out families and their preschool The concert, sponsored by the Town of Edson and later won Fans' Choice Video during the
th
children to the 6 annual Kids Fest at the Pine Community Services, will not only rock you off 2017 East Coast Music Awards.
Grove School gym. From 10 am to 2 pm, your feet, but will shine a light on and raise After the release of their second album, The
attendants will have the opportunity to speak with funds for the department's new project: the Youth Wilder Beyond, the band was nominated for six
experts, participate in interactive activities, and Shack. “Our department and community have awards at the 2018 Nova Scotia Music Awards,
learn through informative displays. Live music will identified the need for a space dedicated to and singer/songwriter Paul Aarntzen was even
also be included at 11 am and 1 pm. youth,” said Town of Edson Community nominated for SOCAN songwriter of the year.
Development Coordinator Diana Inscho. “Our Since its release, the album has charted
Feb 6: At 12:10 pm, enjoy a 45 minute walk goal with the building renovations is to create a extensively on community radio charts in
th
through the trails for the 13 annual Winter Walk safe, inclusive, healthy, and fun environment Canada.
Day. Sign up as a school, with your friends, or as an where youth from all walks of life come Currently, the band is on a cross-Canada tour
individual at winterwalkday.ca. Soup, bun, and a together.” promoting their second album, and will share
hot drink will be available for purchase following Through this concert, the Town of Edson will their talents with community members of Edson
the event. be raising money to fund the renovations of the on January 30.
If you are interested in attending the concert,
Remember to drop off your building as well as programming. “The Town of tickets can be purchased for $35 at Thymes Two,
Edson has budgeted funds toward the
donations for the Feb 8: Kids grades 5 and up are invited out to the renovations such as cabinets, flooring, furniture, the Red Brick Arts Centre, Town of Edson
EDSON FOOD BANK Repsol Place pool from 6 pm to 9 pm for a free and lighting,” Inscho said. “We are very Community Services department, online at
Winter Pool Party.
at Independent Grocer, Sobeys fortunate to have talented Town of Edson staff Eventbrite, or at the door. “Our new Youth
or the Edson Food Bank Feb 6 and 13: Learn practical ways to keep the who are able to do the majority of the Council will be running a concession during
The Food Bank will be open two Thursday evenings, brain young and healthy through the FCSS renovations to keep our costs down.” intermission so bring a little cash to purchase a
the second and last Thursday of the Month sponsored Brain Trainer session, which will be held “One of the larger on-going expenses will be tasty treat,” Inscho added.
6:45-8:00 pm. at the Galloway Station Museum from 7-9 pm. providing staff to supervise and facilitate Donations, in the form of construction supplies
Open regular hours every Tuesday from Registration is appreciated. Register online at programming, so we will be exploring or in-kind electrical/plumbing expertise, will also
9-11 am. edson.ca or in person at Repsol Place. sponsorship and grants to cover these costs once be appreciated by the Town of Edson
780-723-1350 we get the shack renovated,” Inscho added. Community Services. To donate, conact Tanya
Sponsored by The Weekly Anchor
Hours: Tues 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Feb 16: Join the Edson Dance Enthusiasts for their “Supervision would be provided at all times to Byers or Diana Inscho at 780-723-4403. “Any
th
Last Thursday of the month 6:45 p.m. to 8 p.m. 4 annual Valentine's Dance from 7:30 to 12 am at ensure safety and provide support and guidance funds that are not needed in construction would
Food Bank located at 4511 5th Ave., Edson the Lions Club. A free dance lesson will be available as needed.” give us a head start on providing evening
starting at 8 pm, and the dance will begin at 9 pm. Hillsburn, a five-piece Canadian band hailing programming at the Shack,” Inscho said.
A cash bar, photo booth, and door prizes will also from Nova Scotia, bring their unique folk/rock “Our entire community will benefit either
be available. music to the stage and impress audience directly or indirectly from The Shack,” said
members by blending their individual talents Inscho. “Youth are an integral part of our
together for an inspiring musical experience. community, and we want to provide them with
See Classified Page for The band is a collaborative effort between this great place for youth to gather, spend time
monthly meetings and activities singer/songwriter Paul Aarntzen, multi- with peers, and make new connections.”
instrumentalist Jackson Fairfax-Perry, drummer
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A rts - Entertainment - Events - and what’s going on
The Scene
Upcoming Events Award-winning Canadian band
Upcoming Events
to perform in Edson
Jan 19: A Ukrainian New Year's Eve celebration will Fundraising concert to raise money for ‘Youth Shack’
be held at the Park Court Hall. Dinner, dance, a
midnight lunch, and live music by the “Northern
Kings” will be included. Call 780-727-4476 or 780-
727-2138 for more information or tickets.
Jan 19: Join the Bethel Pentecostal Church from 7
pm to 10 pm for another Jam City session, which
will feature some fun and awesome local talent.
This event is free and open to all the citizens of
Edson. Genres range from classical to heavy metal.
Doors open at 6 pm. For more information, call
Michael Lambregts at 780-517-1757.
Jan 19: Bring the family to the Edson Legion to
enjoy the swirling and pounding of the 49th
Battalion Pipes and Drums. The concert is by
donation to the band.
Jan 20: Come out for some family fun and
celebrate World Snow Day from 12 pm to 4 pm at
the Hornbeck Ski Trails (10 minutes west of Edson).
There will be ski activities for kids and a scavenger
hunt through the trails. Soup, baking and goodies,
hot chocolate, and tea will be available in the
warm up shelter. All you need to bring is your cross
country skis and your family! Remember to dress On January 30, the award-winning Canadian band, Hillsburn, will be performing at the Red Brick Arts
warm. Centre in Edson. “The purpose of the concert is to bring the community together by providing an inspiring
musical experience and to increase awareness about our new and exciting Youth Shack project,” said
Town of Edson Community Development Coordinator Diana Inscho. photo submitted
Jan 24: Learn how easy it is to host a Winter Block
Party at the Galloway Station Museum from 7 pm by Cassie Kushniruk Clare Macdonald, vocalist/violinist Rosanna
to 8 pm. This presentation will give you the ins and Burril, and vocalist Clayton Burril.
outs of hosting a Block Party in the winter. Light Get ready for a stellar live performance and Over the years, Hillsburn has seen their fair
refreshments will be provided. The event is free to unique musical experience on January 30 when share of success since the release of their first
attend and anyone is welcome. award-winning band, Hillsburn, visits Edson for album, The Battle Years. During the 2016
a special fundraising concert at the Red Brick Canadian Folk Music Awards, Hillsburn was
Feb 3: The Edson and Area Early Childhood Matters Arts Centre. awarded for New/Emerging Artist of the Year,
Coalition invites out families and their preschool The concert, sponsored by the Town of Edson and later won Fans' Choice Video during the
th
children to the 6 annual Kids Fest at the Pine Community Services, will not only rock you off 2017 East Coast Music Awards.
Grove School gym. From 10 am to 2 pm, your feet, but will shine a light on and raise After the release of their second album, The
attendants will have the opportunity to speak with funds for the department's new project: the Youth Wilder Beyond, the band was nominated for six
experts, participate in interactive activities, and Shack. “Our department and community have awards at the 2018 Nova Scotia Music Awards,
learn through informative displays. Live music will identified the need for a space dedicated to and singer/songwriter Paul Aarntzen was even
also be included at 11 am and 1 pm. youth,” said Town of Edson Community nominated for SOCAN songwriter of the year.
Development Coordinator Diana Inscho. “Our Since its release, the album has charted
Feb 6: At 12:10 pm, enjoy a 45 minute walk goal with the building renovations is to create a extensively on community radio charts in
th
through the trails for the 13 annual Winter Walk safe, inclusive, healthy, and fun environment Canada.
Day. Sign up as a school, with your friends, or as an where youth from all walks of life come Currently, the band is on a cross-Canada tour
individual at winterwalkday.ca. Soup, bun, and a together.” promoting their second album, and will share
hot drink will be available for purchase following Through this concert, the Town of Edson will their talents with community members of Edson
the event. be raising money to fund the renovations of the on January 30.
If you are interested in attending the concert,
Remember to drop off your building as well as programming. “The Town of tickets can be purchased for $35 at Thymes Two,
Edson has budgeted funds toward the
donations for the Feb 8: Kids grades 5 and up are invited out to the renovations such as cabinets, flooring, furniture, the Red Brick Arts Centre, Town of Edson
EDSON FOOD BANK Repsol Place pool from 6 pm to 9 pm for a free and lighting,” Inscho said. “We are very Community Services department, online at
Winter Pool Party.
at Independent Grocer, Sobeys fortunate to have talented Town of Edson staff Eventbrite, or at the door. “Our new Youth
or the Edson Food Bank Feb 6 and 13: Learn practical ways to keep the who are able to do the majority of the Council will be running a concession during
The Food Bank will be open two Thursday evenings, brain young and healthy through the FCSS renovations to keep our costs down.” intermission so bring a little cash to purchase a
the second and last Thursday of the Month sponsored Brain Trainer session, which will be held “One of the larger on-going expenses will be tasty treat,” Inscho added.
6:45-8:00 pm. at the Galloway Station Museum from 7-9 pm. providing staff to supervise and facilitate Donations, in the form of construction supplies
Open regular hours every Tuesday from Registration is appreciated. Register online at programming, so we will be exploring or in-kind electrical/plumbing expertise, will also
9-11 am. edson.ca or in person at Repsol Place. sponsorship and grants to cover these costs once be appreciated by the Town of Edson
780-723-1350 we get the shack renovated,” Inscho added. Community Services. To donate, conact Tanya
Sponsored by The Weekly Anchor
Hours: Tues 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Feb 16: Join the Edson Dance Enthusiasts for their “Supervision would be provided at all times to Byers or Diana Inscho at 780-723-4403. “Any
th
Last Thursday of the month 6:45 p.m. to 8 p.m. 4 annual Valentine's Dance from 7:30 to 12 am at ensure safety and provide support and guidance funds that are not needed in construction would
Food Bank located at 4511 5th Ave., Edson the Lions Club. A free dance lesson will be available as needed.” give us a head start on providing evening
starting at 8 pm, and the dance will begin at 9 pm. Hillsburn, a five-piece Canadian band hailing programming at the Shack,” Inscho said.
A cash bar, photo booth, and door prizes will also from Nova Scotia, bring their unique folk/rock “Our entire community will benefit either
be available. music to the stage and impress audience directly or indirectly from The Shack,” said
members by blending their individual talents Inscho. “Youth are an integral part of our
together for an inspiring musical experience. community, and we want to provide them with
See Classified Page for The band is a collaborative effort between this great place for youth to gather, spend time
monthly meetings and activities singer/songwriter Paul Aarntzen, multi- with peers, and make new connections.”
instrumentalist Jackson Fairfax-Perry, drummer
