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Friday, March 15 STAGE SIDE Who: Freeflow What: Pontiac GMC Snow Show, Village Mainstage Vancouver’s Freeflow brings rock energy and jazzy funk blends on stage today round about 3 p.m.

Friday, March 15

STAGE SIDE

Who: Freeflow

What: Pontiac GMC Snow Show, Village Mainstage

Vancouver’s Freeflow brings rock energy and jazzy funk blends on stage today round about 3 p.m.

Who: Whole Damn County

Where: Moe Joe’s

Whistler’s favourite cover band play tunes all night long.

Who: Groove Junky

Where: Crystal Lounge

B-side cover songs and others from Groove Junky tonight.

Who: Hairfarmers

What: Payday Friday

Where: Merlin’s

Folksy psychedelic rock from the boys at Merlin’s. Buy your pal a pint!

Who: Murphy’s Lagh

Where: Dubh Linn Gate

More Irish fun from the boys in Murphy’s Lagh.

Who: Bryan Lyster

Where: Zeuski’s Taverna

Flamenco guitar gets your Spanish nights sizzlin’. Que bueno!

Who: Michael Sicoly

Where: Mallard Lounge

Adult contemporary piano from the piano man.

What: Das Boot Ballet

Where: Boot Pub

The only place for adult entertainment in Whistler. Undressing through the midnight hour.

CLUBS AND DJS

What: Honey

Where: Dusty’s

The sweet life: beautifully drippin’ honey grooves from Mat the Alien and Ghetto Boy, apres and evening sets. This is sweet, kick outta the Creek for mountain beats!

What: Moodswing

Where: GLC

Dr. Digglesworth and guests bring you straight loungin’ with deep house, broken beat, soul and funk, on the village side of Whistler Mountain.

What: Fresh Fridays with R3

Where: Garfinkel’s

DJ R3 spins his favourites so you can cut a rug.

Who: Passion Fridays

Where: Tommy Africa’s

Whistler’s own DJ Erin keeps grooving all night long with an incredibly delicious mix of funky vocal house including UK re-mixes.

What: Double Ought Buck

Where: Maxx Fish

Double Ought Buck with dj brokenarrow at Maxx Fish. Classic yet nouveau beats.

Who: DJ Rich

Where: Buffalo Bill’s

Get out and shake it while you linger at Bill’s with a bevie.

Who: DJ Seanski

Where: Savage Beagle

Hip hop and R&B tonight.

PUBS & PATIOS

Where: Black’s Pub

The warming floor for locals apres-ski. Conversational pub feel, located at the foot of both mountain gondolas. Enjoy their telescope to people watch or star gaze. Tasty food, 99 brands of beer in a gilded silver menu, and 40 scotches to keep you reminiscing.

Where: Citta’

Citta’s central stage in Village Square attracts locals, patio-side, and visitors too. Best people watching spot to enjoy a variety of pints on tap; open for lunch.

Where: Amsterdam Café

With a Euro-look and feel, its wooden interiors lined with eye candy décor make for a good lounging spot, cocktail or café in hand. Patio too. Live music some nights.

Where: BBK’s Pub

It’s a locals’ favourite for unwinding after a hard day. This cozy pub in the Upper Village has a fine selection of B.C. wines and micro-brewed beers as well as an outstanding menu. Settle in on their couches for a game of cards or gab with their colourful bartenders. "We Be Smoke-free!"

Where: Tapley’s Neighbourhood Pub

Casual atmosphere for warm conversation and cold beer. Bar staff operate a not-too-loud sound system of rock and roll numbers and the outdoor patio gives patrons the best air in the world.

Where: The Brew House

Brewhouse tunes are always hopping from morning till night, with an emphasis on the ’80s and ’90s. A pool table and fireside comfy chairs, alongside full restaurant set up, make for a great meeting spot.

Where: Hoz’s Pub

Down to earth pub but still in that Whistler style. Just a hop, skip and a jump from that brisk walk on the Valley Trail in Whistler Creekside.

Saturday, March 16

TRACKS AND TRICKS

Who: Allison Crowe

Where: Snow Show at the Village mainstage, 3 p.m. and at The Shack, 10 p.m.

Rising indie star Crowe and her trio sing from Six Songs and new album. See article.

Who: Rob Funk

Where: Second Cup

Piano and guitar stylings every Saturday night, window-side by the booths. Caffe Latte + tunes = a good life.

Who: Leanne & Kyla

Where: Monk’s Grill

Celtic covers and originals on hand with Leanne & Kyla, on guitar and fiddle.

Who: Murphy’s Lagh

Where: Dubh Linn Gate

See Friday’s listings.

Who: Groove Junky

Where: Crystal Lounge

See Friday’s listings.

Who: Whole Damn County

Where: Moe Joe’s

See Friday’s listings.

Who: Michael Sicoly

Where: Mallard Lounge

See Friday’s listings.

CLUBS AND DJS

What: Reggae Night

Where: Merlin’s

Songs from the Island with Club Shred tonight.

Who: Superfunk with DJ Keph

Where: Maxx Fish

Uber-sexy funk all night long at Maxx Fish.

Who: DJ Stoli with Miguel Sanchez

Where: Garfinkel’s

Stoli mixes up your favourites for a Saturday night boogie or barfly mode.

Who: DJ Larry

Where: Dusty’s

Apres ski with rock and blues classics on a Saturday afternoon, Creekside.

Who: DJ Peace Frog

Where: Buffalo Bill’s

Mainstream mix with Peace Frog at Bill’s lilypad booth.

Who: DJ Trixx

Where: Tommy Africa’s

Top 40 tunes grooving through the dance floor twists at Tommy’s tonight.

Who: DJ Derek

Where: Savage Beagle

See Friday’s listings.

Sunday, March 17 St. Patrick’s Day

Not only is it time for good music, it’s a day for green beverages. Perhaps you’ll find your four leaf clover this round.

Who: Spirit of the West and the Town Pants

Where: Dusty’s Bar

West Coast Celtic band Spirit of the West and the Town Pants yuk it up this eve at the base of Whistler Mountain, Creekside. Come home for a rest…See article.

Who: Ian Parker

Where: Millennium Place, 4 p.m.

Pure classical; no intermission this set. Master pianist and Vancouver-born Ian Parker, now based in NYC, performs fluid songs inspired by the Whistler environs. Songs from the Juilliard Masters’ student include Ravel’s Ondine. See article.

Who: The Hairfarmers

Where: Tapley’s Pub

What: Tapley’s St. Patrick’s Day Party

Folksy duo the Hairfarmers keep you entertained with Beatles, Happy Birthday to St. Patrick, and more. Green Keith’s (yum) on tap.

Who: DOA

Where: Boot Pub

Punk rock from Joe Keithley tonight at the Boot.

Who: Olaf Deshields

Where: Mallard Lounge

Deshields keeps you company over a cocktail or tea at the Mallard.

Who: Whole Damn County

Where: The Shack

Don’t call me daughter… Pearl Jam covers and others. Lights, camera, …

Who: Murphy’s Lagh

Where: Dubh Linn Gate

See Friday’s listings.

CLUBS AND DJS

Who: Context presents Abstract Rude

Where: Maxx Fish

L.A. native plays from their latest album titled P.A.I.N.T., a 16-song compilation released on Battle Axe records. Emcee Ab Rude "can rip it up on stage, and blow your mind freestyling in a cipher." The new album also features LMNO & DJ Rhettmatic of Beat Junkies, and newcomer Kenny Seagal.

Who: DJ Shandy Rae with Chris Viner

Where: GLC

Two DJS mix up your St. Paddy’s Day fun.

Who: Resident DJ R3

Where: Garfinkel’s

Gin ’n Juice night with DJ R3.

Who: DJ Larry apres-ski

Where: Dusty’s Bar

DJ Larry in the house. He’ll play the blues for you.

Who: DJ Diamond Doug

Where: Buffalo Bill’s

Diamond Doug spins your faves tonight.

Who: DJ Derek

Where: Savage Beagle

Dance, hip hop and top 40 songs.

Monday, March 18

ASTOUNDING SOUND

Who: Grames Brothers

Were: Boot Pub

Funk and groove with the Grames Brothers tonight.

Who: Olaf Deshields

Where: Mallard Lounge

See Sunday’s listings.

Who: Leanne & Kyla

Where: Dubh Linn Gate

Celtic covers and originals from the dynamic duo this evening.

CLUBS AND DJS

Who: DJ Laurent de St. Laurent and Kid Kio from Tokyo

What: Fight Club

Where: Garfinkel’s

Two DJ’s mix it up with their own special blend Sunday at Garf’s.

Who: DJ Hebegebee apres-ski

Where: Dusty’s

Pint-drinking tunes at the base of the mountain.

What: Scott Arkwell’s Shits and Giggles

Where: Maxx Fish

Always big sexy funk every Monday night, voted best DJ by Georgia Straight readers.

What: Magnum Opus

Who: DJ Ryder

Where: Tommy’s Africa

Come and show off your moves. The biggest retro-boogie night in Whistler nine years running that highlights the best in ’80s wear. Dress to impress.

Who: Drive with DJ Chris Viner, Milton and Foxxi Ozzi

Where: Savage Beagle

Spinning deep vocal house… Chris Viner’s b-day bash!

Who: DJ Ram with passport Mondays

Where: Moe Joe’s

DJ Ram kicks out the hits tonight.

Tuesday, March 19

STAGEBOUND

What: Live Wire Tuesdays

Who: Big Up

Ska and reggae faves from local lads Big Up, every Tuesday.

Who: Yale University’s Magevet

Where: Millennium Place

Yale’s premiere singing group devoted to Jewish and Israeli music. Founded nine years ago by five men, they are now a co-ed ensemble that has toured North America.

What: Open Mic Night with your host Randy of Whistler Music

Where: Amsterdam Pub Café

Play live with Whistler’s best local musicians on stage.

Who: Olaf Deshields

Where: Mallard Lounge

See Sunday’s listings.

Who: Leanne & Kyla

Where: Dubh Linn Gate

See Monday’s listings.

What: Boot Ballet

Where: Boot Pub

See Friday’s listings.

CLUBS AND DJS

Who: DJ David Alvarado with DJ Chris Viner and Milton Currie

Where: GLC

A night of underground deep sexin’ house from L.A. native David Alvarado. He spins tonight with Chris Viner and Milton Currie.

Who: Snowsurfer

Where: Merlin’s

Retro songs and new ones too, tonight at Merlin’s.

Who: DJ Seanski

Where: Savage Beagle

The longest running hip-hop night in Whistler.

What: Digress!

Where: Maxx Fish

For funk’s sake, Rick, Roly and special guests. Funky surprises and cool prizes.

What: Disco Night

Where: Moe Joe’s

Platforms, baby. It’s Lycra night with a little o’ Sly to get you slinky.

Who: DJ Noodlez CD release party with Soda Pop

Where: Tommy Africa’s

DJ Noodlez spins all night long.

Wednesday, March 20

SEARCHING FOR RHYTHMS

What: Whistler Music Search

Where: Crystal Lounge

Tonight Rob Funk, Glen Mishaw and Ben Scott.

Who: Leanne & Kyla

Where: Dubh Linn Gate

See Monday’s listings.

Who: Olaf Deshields

Where: Mallard Lounge

See Sunday’s listings.

What: Das Boot Ballet

Where: Boot Pub

See Friday’s listings.

CLUBS AND DJS

Who: DJ Czech with Boogie Cafe

Where: Garfinkel’s

DJ Czech spins beats for you, apres-ski and into vinyl mode.

Who: DJ Diamond Doug

Where: Buffalo Bill’s

See Sunday’s listings.

What: Sanctuary

Where: GLC

See Tuesday’s listings.

What: Spare Grooves

Where: Maxx Fish

Mat the Alien and Kilo Cee bring you Whistler’s hip hop. Two DJs, four turntables, incredible ease.

What: Play featuring DJ Shandy Rae

Where: Tommy Africa’s

Groove with funky beats on the dance floor this eve, tiki-hut side.

Who: DJ Derek

Where: Savage Beagle

More dance, hip hop, and Top 40.

Thursday, March 21

THE SCIENCE OF SOUND

Who: Karen Thirlwall

Where: Crystal Lounge

Former Whistlerite, now based in Calgary, singer-songwriter Karen Thirlwall plays from her collection of pop songs, recorded in Whistler in 2001. Songs include Fall Away, original pop music influenced by Alanis Morissette, Jewel, and Sarah McLachlan. Thirlwall has opened for Spirit of the West, The Paper Boys, and Big Yellow Taxi. Cover songs too.

What: Local Jam Night

Where: Boot Pub

Host Greg Reamsbottom opens up the mic tonight.

Who: Leanne & Kyla

Where: Dubh Linn Gate

See Monday’s listings.

Who: Michael Sicoly

Where: Mallard Lounge

See Friday’s listings.

CLUBS AND DJS

Who: DJ Keph

Where: Maxx Fish

Old school hip hop night with DJ Keph… with all your favourite classic hip hop.

Who: DJ Doug

Where: Buffalo Bill’s

Thirst-day at Bill’s, music by Doug.

What: Locals’ Night

Where: Garfinkel’s

Still the best locals’ night 10 years running. Resident DJs Erin and Stoli shake things up down below.

What: Sanctuary

Where: GLC

See Tuesday’s listings.

What: Waxed

Who: DJ Milton and guest Kori

Where: Savage Beagle

Funky house and breaks.

What: Ladies Night

Where: Moe Joe’s

Looks good, smells good, it’s all good…ladies’ night at Moe’s this eve.