Local Arts

Remy Quinter and crew first to navigate world’s fifth longest river What: The Yenisey River Expedition Where: Howe Sound Inn, Squamish When: 8:30 p.m.

Tom Lavin’s encyclopedic knowledge of the blues keeps the music true Who: Powder Blues Band Where: Buffalo Bill’s When: May 26 Flip, flop, and fly… the Powder Blues Band hits town.

Mimosa, Spacious Couch and photography exhibit round out showcase What: Whistler Jazz and Blues Weekend When: June 14-16 Where: Various venues Canadian singer Colin James is the headliner at this year’s Jazz and Blues Festival, but there’s

In Whistler What : The adele-campbell Fine Art Gallery Where : Lobby level, Delta Whistler Resort This gallery represents many outstanding British Columbia artists, including Mike Svob. Funky, original furniture is also on display at the gallery.

Black Bear Researcher Spring Bear Count Whistler supports high densities of black bears in high quality habitats.

European stylings and timeless acoustic at Children’s Art Festival Who: The Bill Hilly Band, When: May 26, 1 p.m., Myrtle Philip school When: 7 p.m. at St.

Return to New York

Who: Yellowbelly Where: Boot Pub When: May 27 Victoria’s Yellowbelly return to The Boot Monday with songs from Naked as well as a new album.

Movin’ on up

Who: Nero Where: The Boot Pub When: May 20 Fusion band Nero bring you jazz-influenced grooves this Monday.