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Both Hands poised for radio play What: CD release party for Wil Mimnaugh Where: The Shack When: Aug. 23, 10 p.m. The evolution of rising talent is a beautiful thing to watch. Even more beautiful, if you’re the talent.

Andreas Schroeder lecture reveals writer’s secrets First draft no-no’s A lively Andreas Schroeder doled out some novel writing tips during a one hour lecture at the Whistler Hostel on Aug. 17.

Leanne Lamoureux back from tour Where has singer-songwriter Leanne Lamoureux been? On a cross-country tour, jamming at the open mic nights of the Maritimes.

All day, all-ages festival features Maceo Parker, family events What: Zoophorus, all day music festival When: Aug. 31; gates at noon, music 1-9 p.m.

Live blends bluegrass tunes Who: Leftover Salmon Where: Garfinkel’s When: Aug.

Takaya Tours wins two Aboriginal tourism awards Tourism Whistler announced the winners of the first annual B.C. Aboriginal Awards, which took place on Aug. 12. Part of Weetama 2002, the awards were a co-presentation the B.C.

Birken murder mystery combines action with hunt There’s some funny stuff going on in Birken at Whispering Falls Resort on Aug. 24.

Locals Jo Cairns and Sandor G gig keep up new band It took a couple of months, a "very long road trip to the Yukon," and a visit to Glasgow before Blue Steel was finally forged.

Rolling Stones Tribute band hits town Aug. 12 What: Jumping Jack Flash, a Rolling Stones tribute band Where: Buffalo Bill’s When: Aug.