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Week of June 1-8, 2006

Thursday, June 1
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
Who: Cameron Chu Live jazz, soul and R&B with the house piano man and guests.
Where: Bearfoot Bistro & Champagne Bar
What: Rob Thompson Toe tapping Celtic and rock tunes with the boy from Bowen Island. Show 7 p.m.
Where: Dubh Linn Gate Pub
What: Mr. Whistler Pageant Whistler’s hottest hunks will duke out their looks for $1,000 in prize money as well as the coveted Mr. Whistler title. Tickets are $15/$10 for females and only 25 $50 tickets are available for men. In true pageantry style, ditch hoodies and toques for party frocks and ties. Doors 9 p.m.
Where: Moe Joe’s
What: Tri-Huff-A-Lung LUNA hosts a recreational triathlon in conjunction with World No Tobacco Day. The event is about completion, not competition. Paddle, bike or run to support friends or yourself kicking the smoking habit. Lots of prizes to be won. The entry fee is $10. Call 604-935-4922 to sign up. Event starts at 6 p.m.
Where: Whistler Outdoor Experience @ Edgewater
CLUBS AND DJs
What: Locals Night Get there early. Always a line up for this local favourite night.
Where: Garfinkel’s

Friday, June 2
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
Who: Bruce Coughlan Rock and folk covers, originals and Celtic classics. Show 8 p.m.
Where: Dubh Linn Gate Pub
Who: Cameron Chu Live jazz, soul and R&B with the house piano man and guests.
Where: Bearfoot Bistro & Champagne Bar
Who: Michael Sicoly Singer, guitarist, piano man plays all the crowd pleasers from 4:30-6:30 p.m. & 9 p.m. to midnight.
Where: Mallard Lounge
Who: Rob Thompson Easy-going rock 'n' roll, Celtic favourites and a touch of blues with acoustics and rich vocals. Show 9 p.m.
Where: Crystal Lounge
CLUBS AND DJs
What: Heat Fridays Locals only hot party with Heat girls for spring.
Where: Savage Beagle
What: Hip Hop Mania Hip-hop club bangers and dancehall grinders with DJ Rosco.
Where: Garfinkel’s
Who: DJ Peacefrog A mainstream mix of tunes that gets the dance floor going.
Where: Buffalo Bill’s
What: Hip Hop Hype NobodyReally joins MCs and DJs for three-live-act show. Doors 10 p.m. Tickets $7.
Where: Moe Joe’s
What: ‘90s Night Party like your Nikki Sixx with DJ Trix spinning one hit wonders and old school dance tracks. Doors 9:30 p.m.
Where: Tommy Africa’s
Who: Big Radio Static Classic rock.
Where: Pemberton Hotel

Saturday, June 3
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
Who: Bruce Coughlan Rock and folk covers, originals and Celtic classics. Show 8 p.m.
Where: Dubh Linn Gate Pub
Who: Michael Sicoly Singer, guitarist, piano man plays all the crowd pleasers from 4:30-6:30 p.m. & 9 p.m. to midnight.
Where: Mallard Lounge
Who: Rob Thompson Easy-going rock 'n' roll, Celtic favourites and a touch of blues with acoustics and rich vocals. Show 9 p.m.
Where: Crystal Lounge
Who: Cameron Chu Live jazz, soul and R&B with the house piano man and guests.
Where: Bearfoot Bistro & Champagne Bar
Who: Dr. Dave Acoustic rock from mellow to rockin’ with local favourite noon to 4 p.m.
Where: Second Cup
CLUBS AND DJs
What: The Bog Party Saturday night goes big with hop-hop hits and Top 40 tracks from DJ Rob Banks.
Where: Garfinkel’s
Who: DJ Peacefrog A mainstream mix of tunes that gets the dance floor going.
Where: Buffalo Bill’s
Who: DJ Easy Leigh Hip hop, house, rock and dancehall. Lots of Smith giveaways. Doors 10 p.m.
Where: Moe Joe’s
What: Bang On DJ Business or Pleasure throws down hottest Top 40, R&B grinders and house. Doors 9:30 p.m.
Where: Tommy Africa’s
Who: Big Radio Static Classic rock.
Where: Pemberton Hotel
Who: Whole Lotta Led All your Zeppelin favourites from Grateful Greg and Creekside Phil. Tickets $10. Doors 9 p.m.
Where: Howe Sound Inn

Sunday, June 4
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
What: Punk Night Whistler’s ultimate anti-club night returns and moves homes from the Boot Pub to Garf’s. This week three of Canada’s feistiest punk rockers Circle the Wagons, Wantmonster and Married to Music rip it up fast, furious and chaotic. Collectively, groups played with likes of DOA, SNFU, Nomeansno and Hanson Brothers. Early to bed with 1 a.m. closing so come early.
Where: Garfinkel’s
What: Comedy Night International guest comedians tickle the funny bone at 7:15 p.m.
Where: Buffalo Bill’s
Who: Dr. Dave Acoustic rock from mellow to rockin’ with local favourite noon to 4 p.m.
Where: Second Cup
What: Jam Session Play along side the best with Reggae Master Kostaman leading the way. Show 9 p.m.
Where: Crystal Lounge
Who: Rob Funk Celtic and originals with a funky twist. Show 7 p.m.
Where: Dubh Linn Gate Pub
CLUBS AND DJs
What: Locals Night End the weekend of madness with DJ Push N’ Play. Norco cruiser bike giveaway.
Where: Longhorn Saloon
What: S.I.N. Service Industry Night plays all your favourite requests. Doors 10 p.m.
Where: Moe Joe’s
What: Soul Kitchen Local and international turntable tricksters are at the kitchen tables with club electro, breaks and house anthems for Go Go girls to shake their tails at. This week DJ Toddski with breaks and club electro as well as DJ Plastic Surgeon with drum ‘n’ bass. Doors 9:30 p.m.
Where: Tommy Africa’s

Monday, June 5
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
Who: Rob Funk Celtic and originals with a funky twist. Show 7 p.m.
Where: Dubh Linn Gate Pub
Who: Wes Mackey Old-time authentic South Carolina blues from 4:30-6:30 p.m. & 9 p.m. to midnight.
Where: Mallard Lounge
What: Karaoke Night I Will Survive won’t sing itself, so down some liquid courage and come on out to sing all your favourites.
Where: Crystal Lounge
CLUBS AND DJs
What: Live Jazz A trio of piano, bass and drum jazz up the weekly night. Show 7:30 p.m.
Where: Buffalo Bill’s
What: ‘80s Night Retro night with DJ Ryder who spins old school dance tracks and retro favourites. Free cover for ‘80s outfits. Doors 9:30 p.m.
Where: Tommy Africa’s

Tuesday, June 6
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
What: Joey’s Jam G-Willy hosts an open mic jam night at the Creekside Chinese eatery. Show p.m.
Where: Joey Chan’s
Who: Rob Thompson Toe tapping Celtic and rock tunes with the boy from Bowen Island. Show 7 p.m.
Where: Dubh Linn Gate Pub
Who: Wes Mackey Old-time authentic South Carolina blues from 4:30-6:30 p.m. & 9 p.m. to midnight.
Where: Mallard Lounge
CLUBS AND DJs
What: Play Every week guest DJs from Kori K.
Where: Garfinkel’s
What: Celebration The Faction Sound Crew dial up hip hop for Whistler’s smallest nightclub and biggest party. Ladies never wait in line.
Where: Savage Beagle

Wednesday, June 7
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
Who: Rob Thompson Toe tapping Celtic and rock tunes with the boy from Bowen Island. Show 7 p.m.
Where: Dubh Linn Gate Pub
What: Kostaman Jam Join Whistler’s own Reggae star Kostaman for 9 p.m. jam session.
Where: Black’s Pub
Who: Tom Arntzen Jazzed up evening from 4:30-6:30 p.m. & 9 p.m. to midnight.
Where: Mallard Lounge
CLUBS AND DJs
What: Real Deal International scratch wizard mixes up hip hop, funk, breaks, dancehall and drum ‘n’ bass. Doors 10 p.m.
Where: Moe Joe’s
What: Industry Night Rockin’ locals scene and giveaways galore.
Where: Buffalo Bill’s
What: Musgrave Rocks Hang out with Whistler’s hottest mixologist, legend Scott Musgrave with tunes by DJ Arems. Adults only.
Where: Savage Beagle

Thursday, June 8
LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS
Who: Cameron Chu Live jazz, soul and R&B with the house piano man and guests.
Where: Bearfoot Bistro & Champagne Bar
What: Live Music Toe tapping favorites and Celtic traditional tunes from guest performers. Show 7 p.m.
Where: Dubh Linn Gate Pub
Who: Tom Arntzen Jazzed up evening from 4:30-6:30 p.m. & 9 p.m. to midnight.
Where: Mallard Lounge
What: BMX-PO Check out the best BMX riders from the Sea to Sky Corridor with music from DJ Doug and gear from local BMX shops with prizes to be won from Monster Energy, Katmandu and more. Free entry. In case of rain, event moves to June 22. Event 7-10 p.m.
Where: Whistler Skate Park
CLUBS AND DJs
What: Locals Night Get there early. Always a line up for this local favourite night.
Where: Garfinkel’s
What: Dance Party All your favourite hits on one turntable. Doors 10 p.m.
Where: Moe Joe’s
Upcoming shows
Creekside Idol Step up to the mic to compete for $250/$500 cash prizes June 18 and 25, and July 2 at Joey Chan’s Creekside Chinese eatery. Six finalists will sing it out July 25.
Bands Against Hunger Benefit Vancouver’s Redeye Band joins Kostaman and friends to celebrate the reggae return to Thursday nights starting June 29 at Moe Joe’s.
Summer Splash Reggae Festival Bands Against Hunger join forces with artists such as DJ Phroh, Dub Empire and Kostaman for July 2 festival at Buffalo Bill’s. Slide presentation on African children. Advanced $9 tickets available at Bill’s.