All invited to free evening of entertainment in Creston

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Photo of a group of people in Creston enjoying free evening of entertainment

All are welcome to attend an Evening of Basin Culture and Entertainment on Saturday, Oct.19. In photo: A musical performance during the 2010 cultural evening.

(Columbia Basin) – From First Nations drumming, to circus performers to painters and folk signing, a variety of entertainers and artisans will keep you entertained at the free Evening of Basin Culture and Entertainment. Hosted by Columbia Basin Trust (CBT), the event takes place Saturday, October 19, 2013, from 8 to 10:30 p.m., at Wynndel Hall in Creston. All ages are welcome, and registration is not required.

“We have a fantastic lineup thanks to all the accomplished performers and artisans we have here in the Basin,” said Neil Muth, CBT President and CEO. “This is a great way to celebrate local culture and have an entertaining night out.”

Performances include:

 8 p.m.  Musical Theatre from Creston’s Footlighters Theatre Society
 8:40 p.m.   Welcome from the evening’s host and CBT
 8:45 p.m.   Community Circus Entertainers: the A-Muse Troup from Golden
 9:30 p.m.  Eagle Spirit Bear Drum Group and Ktunaxa Dancers
 10 p.m.  Good Ol’ Goats from Cranbrook

 

Artisans from the Creston Valley area will be displaying visual art pieces, including painting, ceramics and fiber arts, plus performing live art demonstrations. There will be a cash bar and goods for sale.

A free shuttle service starts at 7:30 p.m. and departs every 30 minutes. For more information on shuttle bus stops and on the Evening of Basin Culture and Entertainment, visit cbt.org/culturalnight.

The evening coincides with the 2013 Columbia Basin Symposium, “Seeds for Success: Community Change Through Collaborative Action.” To register, visit cbt.org/2013symposium.

 

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