Fernie & Elk Valley Culture Guide Issue 5 - Summer 2017 | Page 30

Coming this Fall INDIE FILMS FERNIE FIRST SUNDAY OF EVERY MONTH, SEPTEMBER – APRIL | THE VOGUE THEATRE A project of the Arts Station that continues to go from strength to strength, screening thought provoking and well-crafted films from around the world. Part of TIFF’s Film Circuit. Many films sell out, so be sure to arrive early to ensure your seat. See local listings for details of dinner & a movie deals with local restaurants. 5pm. $10. BOOKED! FERNIE WRITERS’ SERIES FERNIE HERITAGE LIBRARY Fernie author Angie Abdou will be joined by members of the local Ktunaxa Nation to launch the new season with her latest book In case I go at the Fernie Heritage Library on September 14th. Booked events attract a full house for an engaging and entertaining evening of literary discussion and music, and of course, a reading and Q&A with the author. The season continues with events in October & November, plus Joseph Boyden and Esi Edugyan in 2018. 7pm. Entry is free, complimentary appetizers and cash bar. GILLBILLY FESTIVAL SEPTEMBER 29 – OCTOBER 1 | THE ARTS STATION There’s music in them there hills! The annual Gillbilly Festival returns for more tunes and tackle than you can shake a stick at. Bring your fishing pole and your stringed things, and settle in for a weekend of jamming, fishing, feasting and fine times in the deep Canadian Rockies. 30