ArtStarts on Saturdays & ArtStarts at River Market
Looking for fun, free things to do with kids in the Lower Mainland? ArtStarts is pleased to offer free arts-based events for kids and families each month—in both Vancouver and New Westminster. Join some of the best artists working with young people for performances and workshops that explore a wide range of cultures and artistic disciplines. Each 45-minute workshop takes place twice, at 11am and 1pm. Please arrive a little early as this is a popular program. Ideal for ages 8 and under, but all are welcome. Free! Donations welcome.
Attention: The lift at our Vancouver location is currently out of order until further notice. Please read more information here.
If you have any questions about these free family performances, contact our Program Manager, Leah Horlick at [email protected]
The Gumboot Kids Live Show with Jessie Farrell
The Gumboot Kids Live Show is a family entertainment experience for all-ages. It features award-winning performing artist, Jessie Farrell, singing songs about nature from the hit children’s series, The Gumboot Kids, along with choreographed dance routines from Scout & Daisy, which invite audience participation.
The live show has been winning hearts across Canada with its family friendly songs and lovable characters. The heart-centred and joyful show draws on the theme of exploring nature to create an exhilarating event for kids, parents and grandparents.
Suitable for children 8 and under
Saturday, February 22, 2020, 11am and 1pm
ArtStarts Gallery (808 Richards St, Vancouver BC)
Sunday, February 23, 2020, 11am and 1pm
River Market (810 Quayside Dr, New Westminster, BC)
About Jessie Farrell
Jessie Farrell is a singer-songwriter with a passion for entertaining audiences with songs that connect with children and grownups alike. Her music is featured in the CBC Kids hit series The Gumboot Kids. She stars in the CBC Kids TV show Jessie & The Gumboot Kids, a series of music videos for children and their families. Her songs are also featured in Scout & The Gumboot Kids and Daisy & The Gumboot Kids.
Having established herself as Canada's country music sweetheart -- winning top honours from the Canadian Country Music Association, touring and writing with the biggest acts in country music, and building a loyal and loving fanbase from coast to coast -- Jessie stepped out of the spotlight to raise her children.
Motherhood would prove to be a powerful muse. Jessie poured her passion into writing music for her son and daughter. With an emphasis on melody and rhyme, she wrote about the little things that captivate a curious mind. Nature and mindfulness are the key themes of this collection of music.
More Fun Down the Block
If you're joining us at the ArtStarts Gallery in Vancouver on the last Saturday of every month, also be sure to also stop by the Contemporary Art Gallery, located just two blocks away (at the corner of Richards and Nelson). The CAG invites all ages to drop-in for short exhibition tours and free art making activities that respond to our current exhibitions. CAG Family Art Day events are planned on the last Saturday of the month from Noon to 3pm. Learn more.
Family Fundays at the Anvil Centre
Enjoy a mini Family Day adventure in downtown New West! Start at River Market for ArtStarts’ free family programming then head to Anvil Centre for exceptional, creative family-friendly activities in New Media Gallery (Learning Lab), New West Museum and the 4th floor cultural studios. Free drop-in, all ages welcome.
Sunday, November 24, 12-3pm
Anvil Centre, 777 Columbia Street, New Westminster
For more information about this month’s activities head here.
Supporters
Westminster Savings is committed to increasing access to active living and the arts in our communities through their Project Better Balance.
808 Richards Street, Vancouver, BC, V6B 3A7, Canada