Enjoy food and fine art at Tempo

On Thursday, Nov. 18, spend a night out with friends while enjoying wine, appetizers, and some original artwork by local artist Amy Williams. 

“Wine, Apps & Art with Amy” will be an art exhibit held at Tempo Modern Mediterranean located inside the Marconi Cultural Event Centre. 

Williams is a mom of four and has been a stay-at-home mom and medical caregiver for her children for the last few years. 

Now Williams is taking the time to pursue her passion for art and has been creating paintings that showcase the Sault Ste. Marie area. She specializes in watercolour, acrylic and oil painting. 

“When my kids started school I wanted to do something from home that would allow me the flexibility to still look after my kids,” Williams said. 

“I've always loved art but never thought it was something I could make a living from. It was always just a hobby,” she said. 

The event will start at 6 p.m. at Tempo. Tickets are $55 each and include appetizers and a glass of wine. Tickets can be purchased online.

“It will be a fun, casual night out where people can have some great appetizers and check out the exhibit,” she said. 

Williams will have approximately 40 pieces of art on display. All of the art will be for sale. 

“I am so excited for the event. This is what dreams are made of, people coming to see your work while having a great night out with their friends,” Williams said. “I'm looking forward to showcasing what I’ve been working so hard on and connecting with people.”

More of Amy's work can be viewed on her Instagram page: @artbyamywilliams

New North Holiday Store in Churchill Plaza

Nov. 13

New North Greenhouses is opening its pop-up holiday store on Saturday, Nov. 13 at 10 a.m. The holiday store can be found in Churchill Plaza between FYidoctors and Subway.

8th Annual Holiday Gift Show Part 2

Nov. 13-14

If you weren’t able to make it to the first one, the Canadian Bushplane Heritage Centre’s Annual Holiday Gift Show will be back this Saturday, Nov. 13 and Sunday, Nov. 14 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. both days. Continue your holiday shopping with a bigger selection of vendors than the first show. Proof of vaccination will be required to enter. 

The Ovalle Project Live

Nov. 14

Enjoy the solo piano works of Brazilian composer Jayme Ovalle and pianist Dr. Andree-Ann Deschenes at The Loft at the Algoma Conservatory. This event is presented by the Algoma University Music Department and will be held on Sunday, Nov. 14 starting at 7 p.m. Tickets are $25 each and can be purchased online. 

C&O Fashion on the Ridge

Nov. 18

Cities and Oceans,  a local online shop that sells apparel and beachwear, is having a fashion show on Thursday, Nov. 18 called C&O Fashion on the Ridge. The event will be held at Embers Grill and Smokehouse at Crimson Ridge Golf Course on 418 Fourth Line West. All of the models have selected a charity, and a live draw will be done before the show to determine which charity the proceeds will benefit. Below are the current charities that have been chosen:

• MS Research
• ADHD Research
• Spina Bifida Association of Ontario
• Indian Residential Schools Survivors Society
• Canadian Mental Health Association
• Native Women’s Association of Canada

Tickets are $50 each and can be purchased by calling 705-255-6605. Tickets include one tropical cocktail, appetizers, and a donation to the chosen charity. Attendees will also receive 15 per cent off featured pieces after the show. Masks and proof of vaccination are required for entry. 

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