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Arts & Entertainment
When you think of bands that came out of Seattle in the 1990s, Nirvana and Pearl Jam are likely top of mind. But amid the burgeoning grunge music movement of that time was a band that was doing its own thing, creating upbeat, fun-loving rock and roll —
Jennifer Miller
jmiller@whistlerquestion.com | 12/31/2008 | Arts & Entertainment
Yikes! It’s Dec. 31 and you haven’t decided what you’re going to do tonight to ring in 2009.
But don’t worry: The Question is here to give you a rundown of the many options available in Whistler and Pemberton to suit just about every taste and budget.
Jennifer Miller
jmiller@whistlerquestion.com | 12/31/2008 | Arts & Entertainment
When the holiday season comes to an end, there’s usually a bit of a reality check: the return to work and school, the looming credit card bills and no more excuses for over-indulging in sweets or skipping a workout.
The new year is also a good time to
12/31/2008 | Arts & Entertainment
Whistler artist Penny Martyn said as soon as she saw the plain white, 7.5-foot-tall fibreglass bald eagle she’s been commissioned to paint for the Eagles in the City project, the design came to her immediately — almost as if spiritually inspired.
“When
Jennifer Miller
jmiller@whistlerquestion.com | 12/31/2008 | Arts & Entertainment
When you’re in a band whose members are literally scattered across the United States, you have to get creative with rehearsals. Or, when the band is made up by musical virtuosos like those that comprise Garaj Mahal, perhaps you don’t really need to
Jennifer Miller
jmiller@whistlerquestion.com | 12/24/2008 | Arts & Entertainment
If your New Year’s resolution for 2009 has something to do with supporting local musicians or spending more time with family, nurturing your creative side or even cutting back on your alcohol consumption, Whistler’s First Night celebration is a great
Jennifer Miller
jmiller@whistlerquestion.com | 12/24/2008 | Arts & Entertainment
When the presents are all opened and the leftover turkey is destined for the soup pot, one of the biggest questions of the year comes to the forefront: What are you doing for New Year’s Eve?
It’s the last party of the year — the chance to celebrate all
Jennifer Miller
jmiller@whistlerquestion.com | 12/24/2008 | Arts & Entertainment
Anyone who’s spent the holiday season in Whistler knows that it isn’t all just marketing — the resort really is a magical place at this time of year.
With festive lights strung throughout the Village and lots of smiling visitors from all over the world
12/24/2008 | Arts & Entertainment
There’s something magical about Christmas Eve — spending time with loved ones, experiencing the anticipation of Christmas morning and the excitement of knowing the empty stockings ...
Jennifer Miller
jmiller@whistlerquestion.com | 12/18/2008 | Arts & Entertainment
As the saying goes, there’s no such thing as a free lunch. But a free holiday concert by a highly acclaimed singer/songwriter? You bet your bottom dollar....
12/18/2008 | Arts & Entertainment
Some people do their best work when a deadline is looming. Take local band The Fall of Summer, for example: When the band first got together almost five years ago, it was...
Jennifer Miller
jmiller@whistlerquestion.com | 12/18/2008 | Arts & Entertainment
Not many events in Whistler have the power to draw 1,000-plus people, let alone involving a sing-along and not including a bar. But each year on Christmas Eve, up to 1,500 people...
Jennifer Miller
jmiller@whistlerquestion.com | 12/18/2008 | Arts & Entertainment
With the frigid arctic winds howling up our pant legs and freezing our behinds, it’s fortunate there are lots of indoor activities throughout the resort to keep the whole family...
12/18/2008 | Arts & Entertainment