🎹✨ Canadian pianist Charles Richard-Hamelin—the first Canadian to win the silver medal at the 2015 International Chopin Competition—returns to Vancouver! Known for his profound musicality, elegant phrasing, and poetic depth, he will perform a luminous program of Debussy, Ravel, Poulenc, and Chopin. 🎶 This marks his first appearance since becoming the Society’s Artistic Director—an evening not to be missed! 🌟 (fb)

Opening: Grow like a Forest 🌿 The Connection Salon Artists Collective provides low-barrier opportunities for artists who are underrepresented and have lived experience with mental health. Presented in collaboration with Alternative Creations Studio, this exhibition features 12 visual artists and runs from August 29 to October 5, 2025, celebrating creativity, resilience, and diverse perspectives. Join us for the Meet the Artists event on September 4, 5:30–7:00 PM, with live music by DJ Ross, Colin, and Soulabilities. Supported by the BC Arts Council, the Connection Salon Collective, and the Gathering Place Community Center. 🎟️ Tickets & info: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/opening-grow-like-a-forest-tickets-1619207385879?aff=oddtdtcreator C/O BC ArtsPost, a paid publicity service. (fb)