THE LOCALIST: APRIL 2026 WRAP-UP

A Horse Named Friday—The Marriage of Loneliness and Continental Bliss

(LP)

Release Date: Apr. 14, 2026

City: Kitchener

Genre: Chamber Folk

The long-awaited debut album from A Horse Named Friday is the product of their gradual evolution over the last two years. The band experiments with a wide variety of instruments such as banjo, mandolin, violin, cello and harmonica, fulfilling a […]

https://www.communityedition.ca/the-localist-april/

PAUL DROTOS’ GUIDE FOR YOUR IMPROV JOURNEY

Your Improv Journey is Paul Drotos’ treatise meant for beginners, veterans and randos. It is an easy read and is relevant even when considering teamwork, community and art in general.   

Improv is an art form where actors create scenes on the spot. In a show, troupes will usually have games they play with varying levels of audience input.   

When the scene ends, that is the end of […]

https://www.communityedition.ca/paul-drotos-guide-for-your-improv-journey/

A HORSE NAMED FRIDAY LAUNCH ANTICIPATED DEBUT ALBUM

On Apr. 14, 2026, the Kitchener-based chamber-folk band A Horse Named Friday released their debut album, The Marriage of Loneliness and Continental Bliss, marking a milestone for a project that was years in the making.  

The band kicked off their supporting tour this month at Kitchener’s Queen St. Commons Cafe, bringing a sound shaped by diverse instrumentation and a strong sense of […]

https://www.communityedition.ca/a-horse-named-friday-launch-anticipated-debut-album/

Greenroots Gallery: Art, Nature & Creative Business in One Space

I still remember my first visit. It was 2023, and I walked into Greenroots for a meeting with fellow creatives alongside the owner. From the moment I set foot there, I knew this space was different. There’s a quiet energy that surrounds you as soon as you arrive—something that feels both inspiring and peaceful at the same time. That first encounter left a mark, one that I still carry with me every time I return. Located at Shop No 1 at Greenroots, right next to Beauty and Nail Adventure […]

https://sowetoapparel.wordpress.com/2026/05/10/greenroots-gallery-art-nature-creative-business-in-one-space/

#3goodthings

1. A day spent with my mom. Garage sales, helping out around the house.

2. Some helpful critiques for my writing.

3. A kickass art show featuring two dozen local artists.

What a lovely day. Now I am tired and will have ice cream. Ooh, good thing number four 😉

#today #writing #MothersDay #art #localart #saskatoon

Currently deep in magnet-painting mode for an upcoming art show! 🧲🎨

There's something really satisfying about working small; you have to commit to every stroke, and the colors have to hit hard. These little ones are turning out so fun.

I'll share show details as we get closer — come say hi if you're in the area! They'll be available to take home for your fridge or wherever you need a tiny piece of art.

#ArtShow #Magnets #SmallArt #HandmadeArt #LocalArt #ArtistLife #ComingSoon

Wow, @belfrytheatre’s Casey and Diana is told with so much love, truth, and yes, humour too. Such a touching way to end the 50th season ❤️ #YYJ #Art #LocalArt #Theatre #50Years
Such a fun way for me to meet the 716 Johnson space! Tales from the Galaxy were two fun spacey themed musicals from some up and coming artists in our community. Runs this weekend only! #Arts #YYJ #LocalArt #LocalTheatre

RE: https://mastoart.social/@photosbygina_yeg/116211029390771007

It's today!!! 😄 Yes, you can RSVP at the door--tickets are pay-what-you-will. Stop by if you're in #YEG and you're into the #art scene 🎨 📷 See you there!

#yegArtist #yegArt #LocalArt #SupportLocalArt