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Pique to Valley Listings Feb. 20-Feb. 26

Friday, Feb.

Friday, Feb. 20

LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS

What: Adventure Film Showcase

Where: MY (Millennium) Place

A special screening of two hits from the 2003 Whistler Film Festival: historical climbing documentary and People’s Choice Award winner In the Shadow of the Chief, and Pororoca: Surfing the Amazon. Part of Celebration 2010-Whistler Arts Showcase. 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. Tickets $10. Ph: 604-935-8410.

Who: Cameron Chu with Bobby Taylor

Where: The Bearfoot Bistro & Champagne Bar

Piano-man Chu and special guest Motown soul-daddy Taylor set the mood with old-time soul and R&B favourites.

Who: Rob Thompson

Where: Crystal Lounge

Easy-going rock ’n’ roll hits with a touch of the blues.

Who: Guitar Doug

Where: Merlin’s

Whistler’s legendary acoustic rocker ski bum – at après and back again to finish the night off right.

Who: Bally Oak

Where: Dubh Linn Gate

The high-spirited guitar and fiddle duo cover all the Irish classics. Music worth a toast of your pint.

Who: WDC

Where: Moe Joe’s

Rock covers by Moe Joe’s regulars.

What: Rob Funk Fridays

Where: Black’s Pub

Easy-going rock tunes with the local singer/guitarist.

What: Das Boot Ballet

Where: Boot Pub

This is not the ballet your mother told you about. Buck-naked babes lose the tutus and flaunt their flexibility. Bring tips.

Who: Still Smokin’

Where: Pemberton Hotel

Classic rock.

CLUBS AND DJS

Who: DJ buddha

Where: Dusty’s

Hip-hop, metal, rock, reggae – expect the unexpected.

Who: DJ Rob Banks

Where: Garibaldi Lift Co. (GLC)

A funky après set of R&B, soul, hip-hop and reggae. 3-7 p.m.

Who: DJ R3

Where: Garfinkel’s

Hip-hop, Top 40 and dance tracks all night long.

What: DJ Keph

Where: Garibaldi Lift Co. (GLC)

Sexy lounge grooves, nu-jazz and breaks.

Who: DJ Peace Frog

Where: Buffalo Bill’s

Mainstream dance floor faves to kick off another crazy weekend.

What: Flavour Fridays

Where: Tommy Africa’s

Hip-hop and R&B hits from DJ Rob Banks. Doors at 9:30 p.m.

Who: DJ Derek

Where: Savage Beagle

Dropping the best Top 40 hip-hop and R&B in the red lounge and down below. Doors at 8:30 p.m.

Who: DJ Rich

Where: Maxx Fish

Top 40 dance tunes.

Saturday, Feb. 21

LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS

Who: The Hairfarmers

Where: Garibaldi Lift Co. (GLC)

Après with acoustic rocker ski bums Guitar Doug and Grateful Greg playing everything from Johnny Cash to Bob Marley to who knows what else.

Who: Little Brother

What: Saturday Night Live

Where: Dusty’s

Vancouver-based acoustic guitar and percussion trio featuring Grateful Greg’s little brother Wes, who’s every bit as talented as his Hairfarmer bro’. Greg says he’ll join in for a few.

Who: Rob Thompson

Where: Crystal Lounge

Easy-going rock ’n’ roll hits with a touch of the blues.

Who: Bally Oak

Where: Dubh Linn Gate

The high-spirited guitar and fiddle duo cover all the Irish classics. Music worth a toast of your pint.

Who: Cameron Chu with Bobby Taylor

Where: The Bearfoot Bistro & Champagne Bar

Piano-man Chu and special guest Motown soul-daddy Taylor set the mood with old-time soul and R&B favourites.

Who: Cease & Desist

Where: Monk’s Grill

Classic rock tunes at the hillside grill in the Blackcomb Benchlands. 2:30—5:30 p.m.

Who: Mother Superior & The Rhythm Method

Where: Blends

Live acoustic café jazz from 3 to 4 p.m.

Who: Rob Funk

Where: Second Cup

Guitar tunes on weekend afternoons for those who want to sit and sip their coffee.

Who: Still Smokin’

Where: Pemberton Hotel

Classic rock.

CLUBS AND DJS

Who: DJ Milton

Where: Garibaldi Lift Co. (GLC)

Upbeat funky house tracks in the hillside lounge.

Who: DJ Tone Ballone

Where: Moe Joe’s

Pop, rock and dance tunes that get ’em dancing on the pool table.

What: 2 Kinky

Where: Crab Shack

DJs Loki and Topcat start the evening off with down-tempo jazzy beats at dinnertime, then turn it up for the late night lounge partiers.

Who: DJ Buddha

Where: Merlin’s

Buddha is one with everything from Top 40 to hip-hop to reggae, at après and back again in the evening.

Who: DJ Derek

Where: Savage Beagle

A mix of hip-hop, R&B & Top 40 dance tunes for chilling in the upstairs lounge or getting down in the bass-ment. Doors at 8:30 p.m.

Who: DJ Rob Banks

Where: Garfinkel’s

Garf’s Gone Wild — Top 40 dance tunes and hip-hop grooves.

Who: DJ Peace Frog

Where: Buffalo Bill’s

Mainstream tunes get the dance floor rockin’.

What: Goodtimes with DJ Trix

Where: Tommy Africa’s

Trix is for kids that know how to shake it on the dance floor. Top 40, hip-hop and funky house tracks. Doors at 9:30 p.m.

LOUNGES, PUBS AND PATIOS

Where: Longhorn Saloon

The prime-positioned bar and patio is internationally renowned as an après spot.

Where: Mallard Lounge at the Fairmont Chateau Whistler

A classic bar for the premium scotch-on-the-rocks set.

Where: Garibaldi Lift Co. (GLC)

A high-ceilinged room on top of the Whistler Village Gondola station with a sunny deck for checking out hillside action.

Where: Casa Tapas and Wine Bar

The jazzy lounge bar welcomes the funky set that want a relaxed yet more sophisticated night out.

Where: Citta

Citta’s has nice long windows and a big deck in the Village Square making it the ideal place to meet or watch the world go by. Voted Best Local Hangout in the Pique’s 2003 Best of Whistler poll.

Where: The BrewHouse

Kick back with a locally brewed beer and play a game of pool or two in the casual atmosphere by the creek.

Where: Amsterdam Pub & Café

Right in the heart of Whistler Village. Cool tunes, funky design and a great heated patio perfect for people-watching.

Where: Black’s Pub

A cozy spot overlooking the plaza by the Whistler and Blackcomb gondolas.

Where: Tapley’s Neighbourhood Pub

The game’s always on the big screen TV, plus keno, darts and some of the best value pub food in Whistler.

Where: BBK’s Pub

A small, friendly spot in the heart of Blackcomb Village with bartenders who know their wines and a unique photo gallery.

Where: Merlin’s

The popular spot at the base of Blackcomb serves up gigantic platters of nachos. Open seven days a week for après and beyond.

Where: Hoz’s Pub

In old Creekside, enjoy a true Whistler original with an excellent patio for watching the sun set.

Where: Dusty’s

A big room with a fantastic fireplace – the place to be for Creekside après.

Sunday, Feb. 22

LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS

What: Whistler Youth Authors Reading

Where: MY (Millennium) Place

Local youth authors are joined by Vancouver writer Kevin Chong for readings and discussion. Part of Celebration 2010 — Whistler Arts Showcase. Event starts 5 p.m. Ph: 604-935-8410.

What: Literary Leanings

Where: Uli’s Flipside

Food, drink and lively literary discussion featuring Vancouver writers Karen X. Tulchinsky and Lee Henderson and members of the Whistler Writers’ Group, a.k.a.The Vicious Circle. Part of Celebration 2010 — Whistler Arts Showcase. Event starts 8 p.m. Ph: 604-935-8410.

Who: Mother Superior & The Rhythm Method

Where: Blends

Live acoustic café jazz from 3 to 4 p.m.

Who: Rob Funk

Where: Second Cup

Chill guitar tunes on weekend afternoons for those who want to sit and sip their coffee.

Who: S.T.R.E.E.T.S.

What: The Punk Night

Where: Boot Pub

The Whistler anti-club crowd gets a visit from the notorious Vancouver skate-punk band. Tickets $5 at the door. Ph: 604-932-3338.

Who: WDC

Where: Crab Shack

High-energy classic rock, metal and pop-punk covers.

Who: Cameron Chu with Bobby Taylor

Where: The Bearfoot Bistro & Champagne Bar

Piano-man Chu and special guest Motown soul-daddy Taylor set the mood with old-time soul and R&B favourites.

What: Open Mic night

Where: Crystal Lounge

Humble shower singers and basement guitar gods take the stage for a casual evening of untapped talent.

Who: Bally Oak

Where: Dubh Linn Gate

The high-spirited guitar and fiddle duo cover all the Irish classics. Music worth a toast of your pint.

CLUBS AND DJS

What: Soul Kitchen — 11 th Anniversary Party

Where: Tommy Africa’s

The granddaddy of Whistler club nights celebrates its 11 th birthday with founder DJ Czech and old-timer Vinyl Ritchie on the decks, MC Curtis Santiago on the mic and super-go-go dancers Ace and Heather on the stages. Doors at 9:30 p.m.

Who: DJ Kio-san

Where: Garibaldi Lift Co. (GLC)

Upbeat lounge grooves for the après crowd from 3 to 7 p.m.

Who: DJ Buddha

Where: Merlin’s

An après set of everything from Top 40, to hip-hop, to reggae, to rock.

Who: DJ Noel

Where: Garibaldi Lift Co. (GLC)

Funk Royale in the hillside lounge.

What: Jägermeister Olympics

Where: Garfinkel’s

A locals appreciation party at the locals’ favourite place to party.

Who: DJ NT

Where: Buffalo Bill’s

It’s Saturday night all over again! Supercharged mainstream dance faves to keep the weekend alive.

Who: DJ Rosco

Where: Savage Beagle

Hip-hop and R&B from Montreal’s finest. Doors at 8:30 p.m.

Monday, Feb. 23

LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS

What: Literary Leanings

Where: Uli’s Flipside

Food, drink and lively literary discussion featuring Vancouver writer Annabel Lyon and members of the Whistler Writers’ Group, a.k.a. The Vicious Circle. Part of Celebration 2010 — Whistler Arts Showcase. Event starts 8 p.m. Ph: 604-935-8410.

What: Rockstar Night

Where: Buffalo Bill’s

Got a rock ’n’ roll fantasy? Locals Leth Dodis rock the house all night and if you’re ready, willing and able they’ll let you sing.

Who: Doundounba

Where: Boot Pub

Monday Madness features West African world-beat dancehall jams from the Vancouver-based band. Ph: 604-932-3338.

Who: Bowen Boys

Where: Dubh Linn Gate

Fiddle-driven Celtic, Irish and easy-rock tunes from a pair of local legends. Music worth a toast of your pint.

What: Karaoke Night

Where: Crystal Lounge

Come by in the evening and belt out a rocker to celebrate making it through another crazy weekend.

Who: Cameron Chu

Where: The Bearfoot Bistro & Champagne Bar

Piano-man Chu sets the mood with lots of soul and R&B and jazzy lounge favourites.

What: Open Mic Night

Where: Dusty’s

Open stage opportunity for aspiring rockers hosted by Creekside Phil and Grateful Greg – locals with a show or two under their belts. All skill levels welcome.

What: Open Mic Night

Where: Moe Joe’s

An on-stage opportunity for musicians. If music ain’t your thing come by at 8 p.m. and register for the weekly fooz ball competition.

What: Jam Night

Where: Second Cup

Bring an instrument and join local musician Rob Funk for an open coffee shop jam starting at 7 p.m.

CLUBS AND DJS

Who: DJ Rob Banks

Where: Garibaldi Lift Co. (GLC)

R&B, soul, hip-hop and reggae for après.

Who: DJ Ali

Where: Garibaldi Lift Co. (GLC)

Deep house grooves in the hillside lounge.

Who: DJ Tanner

Where: Savage Beagle

Hip-hop tunes for a full house. Doors at 8:30 p.m.

What: ’80s Night

Where: Tommy Africa’s

DJ Ryder rocks out retro-style for the packed dance floor. Doors at 8:30 p.m. Free cover for the first 50 people and VIP line treatment for ’80s outfits!

Who: DJ Skinny

Where: Maxx Fish

Top 40 dance tunes.

Tuesday, Feb. 24

LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS

What: Mardi Gras Party

Where: Maxx Fish

Get that N’awlins feeling up north with live Cajun dance tunes by Vancouver band Mojo Zydeco and bead-necklace craziness.

What: Western Front MC Battle Series

Where: Moe Joe’s

The first of a five-week series for unsigned MCs to wage a war of words. Hosted by MC Gigalo with beats by DJ Rob Banks. Sign up before 9 p.m. or in advance online at www.moejoes.com. Ph: 604-935-1152.

What: Grizz’s Amateur Video Night

Where: Merlin’s

A chance for local action filmmakers to showcase ski, snowboard and lifestyle footage on Merlin’s giant screen TV. Maximum 15 minutes each. Audience-judged prizes for best footage. Screenings start 8 p.m. Ph: 604-938-7700.

Who: Carlos Robinson

Where: Crab Shack

’Shack Unplugged – acoustic tunes.

Who: Bowen Boys

Where: Dubh Linn Gate

Fiddle-driven Celtic, Irish and easy-rock tunes from a pair of local legends. Music worth a toast of your pint.

Who: Cameron Chu

Where: The Bearfoot Bistro & Champagne Bar

Piano-man Chu sets the mood with lots of soul and R&B and jazzy lounge favourites.

Who: Leanne Lamour

Where: BBK’s Pub

Local gal strums an après set of bluesy-folksy originals laced with harmonica and Irish tin whistle in the cozy Benchlands pub. 2:30 — 5:30 p.m.

What: Open Mic Night

Where: Black’s Pub

Check out some new talent at a friendly pub. Might even be time to dust off that old guitar.

What: Das Boot Ballet

Where: Boot Pub

This is not the ballet your mother told you about. Buck-naked babes lose the tutus and shake their booty for the boys. Bring tips.

CLUBS AND DJS

What: Jungle ’n’ Breaks Night

Where: Garfinkel’s

Deep down & dirty basslines from resident DJs Jungle Souldier, Plastic Surgeon and guests.

Who: DJ Ace

Where: Garibaldi Lift Co. (GLC)

Whistler’s favourite go-go dancer gets behind the decks and spins an eclectic yard sale of whatever she feels like for the après crowd, from 3 to 7 p.m.

Who: DJ Kori K

Where: Merlin’s

Local boy lays down funky house tracks at après.

Who: DJ Seanski

Where: Savage Beagle

Long-running old and new skool hip-hop night. Doors at 8:30 p.m.

Who: DJ Noel

Where: Garibaldi Lift Co. (GLC)

Hip-hop and dance tracks in the hillside lounge.

What: ’90s Night

Where: Tommy Africa’s

DJ Trix spins all your favourite club tracks from the last decade. Free cover. Doors at 9:30 p.m.

Wednesday, Feb. 25

LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS

Who: Rhythm Method

Where: Buffalo Bill’s

All the best soul and R&B hits played live.

Who: Dave Crowley

Where: Crab Shack

Acoustic guitar rockers by the local metal musician and industry night deals.

What: Whistler Idol Karaoke

Where: Merlin’s

Luscious Lindsay hosts a night of liquid courage-fueled singing insanity. 7 — 11 p.m.

Who: Cameron Chu with Bobby Taylor

Where: The Bearfoot Bistro & Champagne Bar

Piano-man Chu and special guest Motown soul-daddy Taylor set the mood with old-time soul and R&B favourites.

Who: Bowen Boys

Where: Dubh Linn Gate

Fiddle-driven Celtic, Irish and easy-rock tunes from a pair of local legends. Music worth a toast of your pint.

Who: Brickhouse

Where: Moe Joe’s

Jazzy, funky R&B from the Vancouver six-piece band.

What: Das Boot Ballet

Where: Boot Pub

This is not the ballet your mother told you about. Buck-naked babes lose the tutus and shake their booty for the boys. Bring tips.

CLUBS AND DJS

What: Big Wednesday Beach Party

Where: Maxx Fish

Surf-themed party inspired by the John Milius-directed cult ’70s surf-flick starring Gary Busey and Jan-Michael Vincent before they were wackos.

Who: DJ Milton

Where: Garibaldi Lift Co. (GLC)

An après set of chill-out lounge tracks from Whistler’s favourite DJ from 3 to 7 p.m.

What: Kinky Vinyl Party

Where: Tommy Africa’s

A night of funky house and breaks tracks from DJs Joel Xavier and Gary Moore, plus kinky go-go girls and body painting. Doors at 9 p.m. Tickets $8 in advance from Tommy’s and Snomotion, $12 at the door. www.tommyafricas.com.

What: Don’t Blame Us, Blame...Garfinkel’s!

Where: Garfinkel’s

This week’s theme: The Monster’s Ball. Dress gruesome and groove to house tunes from DJs "Terrifying" Tom Antenucci and "Killer" Kori K. Prizes for outlandish outfits. Ph: 604-932-2323.

Who: DJ Phroh

Where: Garibaldi Lift Co. (GLC)

Dancehall reggae and deep bass grooves.

Who: DJ Rosco

Where: Savage Beagle

Hip-hop and R&B from Montreal’s finest. Doors at 8:30 p.m.

Thursday, Feb. 26

LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS

What: Tuned Women

Where: MY (Millennium) Place

A showcase of vibrant original music composed and performed by a crew of local women – everything from jazz to folk to blues to rock. Show starts 8 p.m. Tickets $12 - $16. Ph: 604-935-8410.

Who: Crowned King

Where: Maxx Fish

Seven-piece ska-punk band straight outta’ North Van throws down high-energy rockers. www.maxxfish.com.

Who: Rhythm Method

Where: Buffalo Bill’s

All the best soul and R&B hits played live.

What: The Jam Night

Where: Boot Pub

Open mic and instrumental jam night with house jam band Cold Snap. Plus, a $100 pool tourney, darts and a no techno or R&B guarantee.

Who: Cameron Chu with Bobby Taylor

Where: The Bearfoot Bistro & Champagne Bar

Piano-man Chu and special guest Motown soul-daddy Taylor set the mood with old-time soul and R&B favourites.

Who: Bowen Boys

Where: Dubh Linn Gate

Fiddle-driven Celtic, Irish and easy-rock tunes from a pair of local legends. Music worth a toast of your pint.

Who: Leth Dodis

Where: Moe Joe’s

Rock tunes played by members of local band WDC.

Who: Dave Trimble

Where: Crystal Lounge

Local solo acoustic artist plays rock ’n’ roll oldies and newer faves.

CLUBS AND DJS

Who: DJs Tanner & Arems

Where: Savage Beagle

Faction Sound Crew boys throw down hip-hop and dancehall reggae. Doors at 8:30 p.m.

Who: DJ Rob Banks

Where: Garibaldi Lift Co. (GLC)

Mr. Banks rocks out at après and comes back at 9 p.m. to spin hip-hop party tunes.

What: Eye Candy

Where: Tommy Africa’s

Hip-hop and Top 40 tunes. Free cover for girls. Doors at 9:30 p.m.

What: Locals Night

Where: Garfinkel’s

Local’s take over Garf’s and get down to party tunes from DJ Trix.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Tuned Women, Feb. 27.

Bue Earth, Feb. 28.

The Clumsy Lovers, Feb. 28.

Obie Trice, Feb. 29.

Mad Caddies, March 5.

Maxine & Blare’s High School Reunion, March 5.

The McDades, March 5.

The Deep End, March 9.