Local Arts

Lights, camera, action. Benny-TV is rolling. This innovative, "Lonely Planet of the dance world" is unashamedly named after its host/creator, but it’s all about capturing the essence and culture of nightlife.

Organizers of last month’s Whistler Arts Experience say the event is important to developing continuity in the local arts community but still needs some re-working to insure its ongoing success.

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Friday, Aug. 17 LIVE PERFORMANCES Who : Slow Nerve Action Where : Garfinkel’s Get funked this Friday with Whistler’s favourite sexed-up groovers.

In Whistler What: Art Walk When : Tuesdays, 11 a.m. Where : Meet in the lobby of the Delta Whistler Resort for this free tour. A knowledgeable guide will introduce you to the many galleries in Whistler Village.

A story in the Aug. 3 issue of Pique Newsmagazine incorrectly stated that the Bliss evening of music, art and dance on Aug. 3 was at the Savage Beagle, when in fact it was at AlpenRock. Pique Newsmagazine apologizes for the error.

WHAT: Weetama First Nations Festival WHERE: Whistler WHEN: Aug. 30-Sept. 2 Welcome to Weetama! A celebration of our region’s Aboriginal traditions and culture.

WHO: Recipe From A Small Planet WHERE : Garfinkel’s WHEN : Friday, Aug. 10 Take one part funk, two parts soul, a dash of reggae and some Latino to taste. Shake your booty vigorously and serve with a generous heap of rock and roll.

Whistler youth have the opportunity to get behind the scenes or in front of the camera with Kid’s TV World. Organized by Whistler-based musician, Kibwe, KTV-Communications is a 30-minute production by kids, for kids and about kids.

Aboriginal Youth Guatemalan Project beneficiary WHAT : First People’s Music Outdoor Benefit WHERE : Mount Currie Stomping Grounds WHEN : Saturday, Aug.