Local Arts

Work by artists from Flin Flon, Creighton, Cranberry Portage, Wanless and other northern communities is featured in a new provincial art show.

The 2022 edition of Culture Days is weeks away and plans are afoot to make this year’s event a return to form for the festival.

Plays, acclaimed musicians and bands, orchestras, jigging and a major musical - the Flin Flon Arts Council is preparing for one of its biggest years yet for events.

Flin Flon and the book that gave the town its name has garnered the attention of one of America’s most known authors.

"Unbelievably, summer is drawing to a close. That’s hard to get one’s head around, we know, but it’s time to start reporting on what we can anticipate from arts and culture in the upcoming fall and winter seasons."

For years, Irvin Head was one of northern Manitoba’s most talented and vibrant artists. The Cranberry Portage-based carver and sculptor died August 15 at age 66, leaving dozens of works and a legacy of art behind.

Call it a comeback, call it what you will - the Blueberry Jam Music Gathering is back. The return of the festival exceeded organizers’ hopes and expectations.

The third and final day of the 2022 Blueberry Jam Music Gathering, held August 7.

The second day of the 2022 Blueberry Jam Music Gathering, held August 6.

The first night of the 2022 Blueberry Jam Music Gathering, held August 5.