Supersuckers celebrate 20 years with album, tour

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

The New Year’s Eve event rundown

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

Whistler Reads starts 2009 with climate/energy talk

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

Martyn’s eagle a tribute to nature, imagination

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

Garaj Mahal’s groovy intellect

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

Biggest band lineup ever at First Night

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

Endless options for New Year’s Eve in Whistler

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

Top picks for Whistler holiday fun

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

Goh Ballet returns with traditional Nutcracker

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

Allison Crowe’s holiday ‘Tidings’

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

Two nights of music, giving planned

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

Christmas Eve Service to celebrate 25 years

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

Whistler Holiday Experience fun for all

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