Reflecting environmental concerns.
Steven Duff works of a piece of artwork.
Cody Storm Cooper photo
According to a recent survey by the CBC, climate change is the leading cause of concern among Canadians, eclipsing even terrorism. It is thus fitting that the Friends of the West Parry Sound District Museum should sponsor for the fourth time, an event focusing on environmental issues through art, music, and literature.
In situations like the environmental crisis, the job of the artist is to warn.
Accordingly, Artists Round the Sound will present an art show reflective of the environment, with all works being for sale in aid of the museum.
Opening
The show’s opening on Saturday evening, April 17, will feature readings by members of the Parry Sound Writers’ Group, a presentation by Shane Evoy on the deteriorating ice conditions in the Antarctic, and music by Parry Sound’s own Ed Armstrong and MinWeWe, the drumming/singing group from Wasauksing. John Rice, story-teller, activist, and former chief of Wasauksing will be serving as host for the evening and, in addition, snacks and a cash bar will be offered.
The art show itself runs through May 21.
The title of this year’s event is “Lighten Up on Mother Earth”, with the opening reception starting at 7 p.m., Saturday, April 17, in the Lions’ Room at the museum. Admission is by donation for continued support of the museum.
David Suzuki has warned us of the climate situation for years. The convulsive storms ripping through the U.S., China, and elsewhere bear testimony to his prophesy.
In fact, the Farmers’ Almanac, with its uncanny track-record for accuracy, predicts exceptionally violent weather for the coming summer.
It is time, then, to lighten up on Mother Earth and do everything we can to help the only planet we have to heal herself.