The James Bay neighbourhood is filled with fabulous arts events and activities, and we're pleased to share some of them with you in this newsletter. From an outstanding lineup at next week's Tuesday Night Jazz, choirs for everyone from age 6 and up, to a return of the famous James Bay Art Walk on September 24 & 25, there's a great vibe happening here. Thanks for reading and sharing the excitement!

Michigan-born bassist Louis Rudner earned a reputation as a hard swinging bass player, inventive soloist and team player while pursuing his Masters in Jazz Performance at Michigan State University. 

In this special presentation, Louis brings together the renowned tenor saxophonist Ryan Oliver and stellar drummer Kelby MacNayr to explore the quintessential saxophone, bass, drums trio setting in jazz. Drawing inspiration from the recordings of saxophonists Sonny Rollins, John Coltrane and more, this trio will be full of joyful exuberance and playfulness.

Masks required on the main floor, masks optional in balcony.

Admission by donation ($20 suggested donation / sliding scale)

relax in the cosy and acoustically excellent sanctuary
of James Bay United Church
for some very special presentations

Have you walked by the church on a Wednesday night and wondered where the music was coming from? It's the James Bay Community Chorus, back rehearsing from 7pm - 9pm each week. 

This non-auditioned community choir welcomes all:

- if you love to sing, or have wondered if you can (or can't) carry a tune, 
- if you like to hang out with people on a Wednesday evening, 
- if you miss 'community' and know that singing together feels great, 
- if you've ever wondered why all those people in a choir look so happy all the time

The James Bay Children's Chorus welcomes new singers for their Fall/Winter Season!

Directed by Sandra Fletcher, this non-auditioned community choir offers two age-related groups:
INSPIRE, for singers aged 6 -12: 3:45pm to 4:45pm on Thursdays.
EMERGE, for singers aged 12 - 16: 5pm to 6pm on Thursday evenings.

Both groups start this week!

All rehearsals at James Bay United Church.

Details & online registration here. 

The James Bay Art Walk returns for 2022! Twenty four artists who live and work in this historic neighborhood will open their studios and gather at various locations, to display and sell their art. An amazing spectrum of creative endeavors will be available, featuring both established and emerging artists. The local community has banded together, providing centralized spaces for artists whose studios can’t accommodate crowds. 

The largest gathering will be at the historic James Bay United Church. Thirteen artists including Anne Hansen, Jessie Beauvilliers, David Roberts, Holly Vivian and Teresa Waclawik will offer a variety of media, including clay sculpture, pebble and sea glass art, pastels and pointillism, oils and murals, recycled material collages and line drawings. In total, 11 locations across this eclectic neighborhood will be open on Saturday and Sunday, September 24 and 25 from 10am to 4pm to visitors from across the region. The complete artist listing, art walk map and special events can be found at their website.