Chilliwack Music and More pictures

Thanks to all the families and children who came out to the show in Salish Park, it was a hot and sunny day, but there were patches of shade scattered around the park and everyone had a good time.

It is so much fun to be able to play my ukulele now as part of the show and all the kids were so enthusiastic about playing along with the instruments and coming up front to play with me.
Thanks again everyone and here are some pictures for you.

Pamela Sunshine at Music and More

I am looking forward to a lovely day in the sun in Chilliwack today. Music and More takes place in Salish Park outside the Chilliwack Library. The YMCA work with the Library to present this special program throughout the summer.
There is a picnic outside and I will be telling stories and singing for the families after they have had their picnic.
So bring our blanket and have some fun in the sun.

Video now on youtube.

I have a new video posted up on youtube. My friend George Faulkner was kind enough to film my performance at the Firehall Arts Centre as part of the Spring Into The Arts: BC Buds Festival in May.
I played with Beth and lots of folks joined in on the instruments I usually bring along to my shows.
This was a great event, spreading over the weekend, and there was dance, drama and music, as well as a magician, pretty special.

Pictures from the Storytelling Tent at Surrey Children's Festival

I had a great time at the Surrey Children's Festival telling stories in the Storytelling Tent.
It was a packed house for each show, and everyone listened so wonderfully. Thanks to all who came out

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I told stories about Masha and the Bear, The Singing Turtle and a story from Tanzania called, Look Back and See, among others. Lots of chances for the audience to join in with the chanted parts etc, especially in The Three Billy Goats Gruff.
I got the children up front to help out with Ten Empty Pop Cans and everyone had lots of fun.

I would like to thank the Surrey Library for inviting me to perform and all the families that came out in the sun to take in this fabulous day.

There are more pictures posted on my facebook page, Pamela Sunshine

Pamela Sunshine at the Surrey Children's Festival

I am telling stories at the Surrey Children's Festival June 30th at 11 and 12:00.
I am in the Storytelling Tent at Bear Creek Park on 88th in Surrey and this is one of the many free events at this wonderful Chilren's Festival.

Here is more information on this event

Experience the power of creativity. The performances will engage audiences through wonder and imagination. Envision yourself as a tightrope walker with Circus INcognitus, experience life with the Sky People in Story Before Time or assemble an incredible musical instrument from recycled materials with SAM2. No matter which performance you attend, you will see great possibilities in the world around you.

2009 marks the fifth anniversary of the Surrey Childrens Festival. Participants are encouraged to explore circus skills, clay arts, visual arts, dance and many other artistic practices in the free interactive on site workshops. Nurturing young imaginations and encouraging children to stretch their creative muscles empowers them to imagine the impossible as possible.

Firehall Arts Centre Spring Arts Fair: BC Buds

I am playing at this years BC Buds Spring Arts Fair. I am thrilled to be doing songs from my Growing Up Green Show on Saturday and Sunday.
Beth is coming along to play some accordian and penny whistle as well as the djembe so it will be a fun set. The sets are short and sweet at this event and there are theatre pieces, dance performances, hip hop folk and much more.

In the evenings there are showcase concerts.

The fifth anniversary BC Buds - Firehall's Spring Arts Fair wraps up the season with artists, actors, and musicians creating innovative and cutting edge new work in every crack and cranny of the beautiful heritage Firehall building.

This is a FREE event. Don't miss out!
The full schedule of performance is listed online

The fifth anniversary BC Buds - Firehall's Spring Arts Fair wraps up the season with artists, actors, and musicians creating innovative and cutting edge new work in every crack and cranny of the beautiful heritage Firehall building.

This is a FREE event. Don't miss out!

The full schedule of performance is listed online through the link below.

If you cannot see the link, please visit the "On Stage" section of our website.

DATES: May 22, 23, 24
TIME: Friday, May 22nd: 7pm-11:30pm
Saturday, May 23rd: 2pm-11:30pm
Sunday, May 24th: 12pm-5pm

Tonight is the Lantern Parade

It has seemed a long time coming but the night of the magical Lantern Parade is upon us.
It is the culmination of a day of Celebrating Wood at the Spirit Of Wood Festival in Maple Ridge.

The Lantern Celebration starts at 4 with a workshop in the Pett Meadows Heritage Hall, during which you can make your lantern. Then there is entertainment with your truly playing at 6:20 approx. in the Harris Road Park.
Finally there will be the Lantern Parade around the park.
I hope to see lots of families out for this great Valentine's Day event.

Lantern Parade in February, Let The Arts Light Up Your Life

In February, on Valentines Day, there will be a Lantern Celebration in Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows.
This is a community event on February 14th , 2009. There will be free lantern workshops in which the public are invited to come and make a lantern for the parade.
Pamela Sunshine will be playing and telling stories.
This is the first lantern parade in Ridge Meadows and is a forerunner of the big celebration as part of the 2010 Olympic Celebrations.
I am excited to be involved in the early planning for this magical event.
Letting the Arts Light Up Your Life is something Pamela Sunshine is all about, spreading light is good.

Extra Date Added at Burnaby.

I am happy to announce that an extra date has been added to my Heritage Christmas at Burnaby VIllage Museum schedule.
I will be there on Boxing Day from 1- 1:45 and again at 2:15.
Here is what you can look forward to at the Village over Christmas.

2008 Christmas Traditions, Past and Present

Scenes from seasonal storybooks and songs bring Christmas memories to life at the museum. The smell of cedar and pine boughs, the sight of festive wreaths with bright red bows, and the sounds of carollers remind visitors of Christmases past and present.

Also, look for decorations inspired by:

• The Nutcracker Suite
• Twas the Night Before Christmas
• O Tannebaum
• The Gingerbread House

Highlights include:

Father Christmas listens to children’s wishes. (Father Christmas represents the spirit of Christmas and is depicted as a lean man wearing a long belted robe & hat.)

Footlight Theatre returns to entertain visitors for another season. During the Heritage Christmas, their play will be presented over 45 times! Admission to these performances is included with museum entrance.

Baking in the Farmhouse. Every Sunday, before Christmas, visitors will be treated to the smells and tastes of baking - right from wood-stove in the kitchen at the Love Farmhouse.

"Twelve Days of Christmas" scavenger hunt. Items mentioned in the song have been placed throughout the site: pick up your check list, locate all the items, and earn a small prize.

Musicians, entertainers, demonstrators, story tellers, community choirs and heritage crafts are also scheduled throughout the season. Click here for the schedule of entertainment.