Tickets Available - the Comox Valley`s Exhibition

Fri Aug 28
12 pm - 7 pm
12 pm - 10 pm
8 pm - 10 pm
All events
Midway
David James and Big River with special guest Boondock and Alex Wickett
Outdoor Concert
(Ticket Required)
Sat Aug 29
10 am - 7 pm
10 am - 10 pm
8 pm - 10 pm
All events
Midway
Aaron Pritchett with special guest Darkhorse
Outdoor Concert
(Ticket Required)
Sun Aug 30
10 am - 4 pm
All Events
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David James and Big River are often described as one of the most authentic Johnny Cash tribute shows
touring today. Thousands of fans agree with those reviews, as they routinely sell out shows in venues
large and small across Canada and the U.S.
James and his band – Todd Sacerty on bass, Duncan Symonds on guitar and pedal steel, and Colin Stevenson on drums – look and sound like the legacy of the Man in Black, and when they step on stage,
they live it.
From the way Cash holds his guitar to the way he talks to his audience, the legendary musician lives
again when James steps to the mike and says, “Hello – I’m almost Johnny Cash.”
Concerts
Presented by:
I was born and raised in Parksville and grew up with a
very old piano. Sports was a staple in our household
and my interest in the instrument faded. I stopped playing when I was 11 years old, but picked it back up once I
began to take vocal lessons with Shelley Beeston. I've
always been a fan of a wide range of music, from Andrea Bocelli, to Tool, to Sarah McLachlan. I was brought
up with a lot of classical influences, but recently appreciate more modern genres like Indie-style Folk Rock. I like
that fusion between the old and the new; more reshaping than inventing styles. Many of my songs are emotionally charged, but I'm a pretty happy guy in everyday
life, and I try and reflect that in my performance, as well.
I've always loved to perform.
Boondock originates in the Comox Valley area, but play
all over Vancouver Island, Vancouver, and anywhere else
people want to have a good time! They play at big festivals such as Sunfest in Duncan BC, Salmonfest in Campbell River, to Pubs, and private functions. Boondock is
known for their diverse set list, consisting mainly of New
Country-Rock, but they throw in a few Top 40, and Classic rock songs for good measure. Boondock offers energetic, fun stage presence, and a promise to keep your
feet moving all night long.
Being together for over 6 years, they have a tight sound,
well-rehearsed, and are always looking for new songs to
add to their set list. They are currently recording their debut album "Small Town" which should be completed this Summer of 2015.
Acclaimed for bringing “rock energy” to “country audiences”, Aaron Pritchett continues to hold the title of
one of the most sought after artists in the business. His passion and intensity for his art overflows on
stage and spills into his unwavering dedication to his fans.
Growing up in small-town Northern BC, Aaron drew his earliest musical influences from 80’s Rock, but
the transition to country music came naturally, “it was based on being able to relate to the stories that
country songs told. Those stories were a lot like mine. I was going fishing, camping, and riding buses to
hockey tournaments in even smaller towns than my own, life was a lot more country than rock and roll.
That feeling resonated with me and I strive to convey that in my music today” Still there is no doubt that
his rock roots have had a major influence on his sound with hits such as the classic’s “Big Wheel”, “Hold
My Beer” and “Let’s Get Rowdy” to his latest “Boat on the Water”, “Hold You Like My Whiskey” and
“Wake You With A Kiss”. Following on the heels of a cross Canada tour, 2015 will see the release of a
much anticipated greatest hit album entitled “Body Of Work” on May 12th.
Concerts
Presented by:
If you took everything you loved from the So-Cal era when
The Eagles and Fleetwood Mac ruled the charts, mixed in a
little .38 Special, a dash of Skynrd, Jackson Browne, a little
Springsteen, Yoakum and some gasoline, you might begin
to grasp what DarkHorse is. Fueled by the writing and singing of Paul Laine, DarkHorse is a band poised for success
DarkHorse's debut album, Let It Ride, is both anthemic and
beautiful, melancholy and uplifting. "The truth is", says
Laine,"I wanted to make an album that I wanted to hear,
from a band that I wanted to be a part of, and build a show
that I wanted to see". DarkHorse has been thrilling audiences with their live show ever since. The journey has just begun for DarkHorse,with live shows opening for Chad Brownlee, Keith Urban, Lee Brice, Joe Nichols just to name a few.
Catch them on a stage near you...
Tickets Available:
Credit Card only
Online at www.cvex.ca
Cash only at the following locations
CVEX office - 201-580 Duncan Ave, Courtenay
Woofy’s - 2400 Cliffe Ave, Courtenay
Shar Kare - 120 N. Island Hwy, Courtenay
Top Shelf Feeds - 7648 Island Hwy, Black Creek
Brian McLean Chevrolet-Buick-GMC - 2145 Cliffe Ave, Courtenay
Concerts
Presented by:
Alan Jossul's fingerstyle, acoustic guitar playing achieves a
sound that is playful and descriptive - like a waking dream.
His music is heartfelt and honest and will soon become your
favorite tracks to listen to while working, relaxing or during
your next get-together. "I write music to describe an experience or a feeling that I have, whether it is waiting in the park
for someone or a joyful moment with friends; “this is my way
of sharing with the world.”
Saturday
3:00 pm Main Stage
Anela Kahiamoe is a self-taught musician from Hawaii
who loves to play guitar. He became a full-time musician
at the age of 17.
In 1978 he recorded the number 5 hit song El Dorado with
the group Island band in Hawaii. In the early 1980’s Anela
worked in tourism providing sunset dinner cruise music. It
was Anela’s dream job is making people happy and the
gig has lasted for over 20 years. He has lost track of the
number of recordings he has contributed to.
The 1990’s brought plenty of studio work using instruments such as the ukulele, guitar, and bass, Hawaiian lapsteel, electric and steel guitars. He has also provided accompaniments for other artists. Anela has performed in
Canada, US, China, Japan, Korea, and Guam, some of
which became Grammy and Juno Awards. Anela currently
lives here in the Comox Valley teaching guitar and playing
gigs.
Friday 5:30 pm Main Stage
Main Stage sponsored by:
My name is Ashlyn Smart, I am in grade 6 and I go to Aspen Park Elementary. I have been singing since I was 5 years old and have loved
singing ever since. Thank you to everyone who has supported me and
thank you to the Fall Fair for inviting me to sing here - I am very grateful.
Friday 1:00 pm Main Stage
Azucena Flamenco is the collaboration of guitarist from Mexico Oscar Robles Diaz, vocalist Britt de la Isla (Brittany Bowman), and
dancer from Japan Tomomi Ozaki. Azucena Flamenco has performed at the annual Victoria Flamenco Festival for the past two
consecutive years and has performed locally at the Sid Williams
Theater, the City of Courtenay’s recent Centennial celebrations as
well as at a number of multicultural festivals. With 20 years of flamenco dancing under her belt, Tomomi Ozaki has studied with
many internationally renowned Flamenco dancers from Spain.
Sunday 3:00 pm Main Stage
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Bruce and Judy’s eclectic repertoire combines folk,
jazz, country and refurbished oldies, and their complementary musical styles appeal to many different audience groups. The Wings perform original music, featuring intertwining guitar parts and vocal harmonies, occasionally spiced up with mandolin, bass or keyboard.
The synergy of their talents is a listening pleasure.
Sat & Sun 10:00 am Main Stage
Main Stage sponsored by:
Carlos & Carlitta provide fun, imaginative, clowning
activities for children and adult celebrations and
events. Interactive magic, sing-a-longs, puppet
skits and group balloon sculptures are all about
"getting everyone into the act".
Saturday 12 noon Slegg Meadow Stage
Joey Clarkson is a high energy Pop/Rock artist from the Vancouver Island, Canada. Her music has been
described as Katy Perry and Blondie meet Cheap Trick. Joey also is happy to be an ArtStarts Artist in the
classroom, touring schools sharing her music and philosophy. Joey released her second album "See You,
Love You, Behave Yourself!" in 2013. She plans to return to the studio in early 2015, with new releases to
follow as the year unfolds!
Saturday 5:00 PM Main Stage
Main Stage sponsored by:
Keisja Cox is a talented singer and songwriter from
Courtenay, BC. Her music is raw, acoustic and full of
emotion. The lyrics within her songs portray meaningful messages everyone can relate to. Keisja's live
show is intimate, engaging and creates a "coffee shop"
atmosphere. There is a feeling of wholesomeness to
not only Keisja's music, but to herself as well.
Saturday 12:00 noon Main Stage
Kel Kelly is a man of many hats; mediator, political
activist, community organizer, family man, and musician. He has been pursuing music for many
years, playing with local rockers and writing songs
of his own. Kel Kelly’s songs cover subjects ranging
from his deep commitment to family to political topics. This summer Kel Kelly is taking his songs on
the road and Comox Valley Exhibition is a stop he
is thrilled for. “To be able to play at one of the longest running events in our community is a great honour to me.”
Friday
3:30 pm Main
Main Stage sponsored by:
Through song and dance, the K’umugwe Dancers
weave the stories of their people and beliefs. Their
oral history traditions preserve their ancient
knowledge while passing on their knowledge to new
generations. Experience a glimpse of this ancient
culture in their performances at the CVEX
Friday 1:00 pm Main Stage
Laurie Tinkler School of Dance has
been entertaining audiences in the
Comox Valley for over 32 years. They
offer classes to children and adults
starting at age 3 in Jazz, Ballet, Tap,
Highland, Lyrical, Contemporary, Modern, Hip Hop and Musical Theatre.
Recreational and competitive classes,
beginner to advanced levels.
Sunday 2:00 pm Main Stage
Visit our website at: laurietinkler.com
Larry Ayre has lived in the Comox Valley for over 20
years, where he has been performing and teaching many
styles of music. His instrumental focus is the guitar but he
also plays the acoustic bass, electric base and harmonica. Larry Ayre varies his musical style; his current passion
is classical music on a nylon string guitar. This highly
experienced and talented musician is not to be missed.
Saturday 11:00 am Main Stage
Saturday
2:00 pm Main Stage
The BC Old Time Fiddlers Assoc. was formed with the intention of fostering, and keeping alive, old time
fiddling music. This covers a wide variety of music, from sweet, smooth waltzes and haunting airs, to
those toe tapping jigs and reels that liven your spirits. Branch 17, North Island, has been part of this association for almost thirty years, playing at hospitals, seniors care homes, public gatherings, and private parties, like family reunions. The music is enjoyed by small children as evidenced by the automatic urge to
dance when they are in the vicinity, as well by seniors who grew up with this type of music, and everyone
in between.
They can be reached via e-mail at [email protected]
Main Stage sponsored by:
Sat. 1:00 pm on Main Stage
PK Tessmann's song "Cannot Explain" won Best
Roots/Folk Recording at the Vancouver Island Music
Awards 2015 and she was also nominated in the Vocalist of the Year category. Recently, this Vancouver
Island based indie-folk songstress was amongst Canada's top 23 in the CBC Searchlight Contest 2015, taking home the title of Regional Champion! With a voice
as tasty as honey and emotive song writing skills that
include hook-lines and catchy melodies, you'll be satisfied by both an acoustic ballad or a full band groove.
Sunday 12:00 noon Main Stage
Award winning singer songwriter Richard Caissie has been moving audiences for years with his deep
voice and equally deep songs written about life's journey and his fascination with the human condition.
This year Richard will be joined by his three talented sons Isaac 14, Ethan 12, and Owen 10. Together
they will perform a range of original, classic rock and modern pop songs.
Friday
4:30 PM Main Stage
Main Stage sponsored by:
Rob has been playing in the Comox Valley since the old Loft
days. Now he can be seen rocking the night away with the local
house band "Big Fun" or on his own piano bar playing anything
from Irish to Sinatra. This is his tenth year playing Maritime music for the Nautical Days Breakfasts and with his band
still rocks at the local festivals. There will be Stompin Tom,
Great big Sea, Irish Descendants and other Canadian Artists played to provide that down home atmosphere at this year’s
Fair.
Sat & Sun 11:00 am Slegg Meadow Stage
Main Stage sponsored by:
Now into it’s 7th year, the CVEX quilting show keeps getting bigger and better at all levels. The
Comox Valley Exhibition promises another wonderful Quilt Show to check out while you are at
the fair. The Quilt Show presents fabulous pieces of work from a variety of beginner and experienced quilters. Their talent of both creativity and skill can be seen through the different styles
of quilting. The displays range from multi
-sized bed quilts, wall quilts, and wearable items. Make sure you don’t miss out
seeing these displays in the CVEX Red
Barn
A huge thank you to Fabricland Quiltshop for their outstanding support.
Picture: Farm Team by Cindy Kozlowski - winner of the 2013 Viewers Choice,
Best In Show and 1st Place in Original Design Representational Wall quilt.
With hundreds of entries, make sure you leave time for
browsing through this area. The bounty and talent of the
Comox Valley will astound you.
 garden produce of assorted vegetables, herbs, fruits,
berries, and nuts.
 flower arrangements, cuts and displays.
 home arts of baked and canned goods, and special
dietary requirement baking.
 needle arts with classes of crochet, knitting, weaving
and spinning, embroidery, sewing, recycled articles,
and more.
 hobbies of arts, photography, woodwork, pottery, paper crafts, and more
 and assisted entry categories for those with special
needs or under long term care.
Come visit with the St. John Ambulance canine ambassadors,
everyone's best friends! Therapy Dogs visit people in hospitals,
special needs programs and in long-term care facilities. They
will be roving throughout the exhibition grounds.
Volunteer Forms available at www.cvex.ca
Volunteer Opportunities:
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Set-up and Take Down
Kidzone
Food Service (must have Food Safe)
Waste Management
Cattle sorting is a fun filled family equestrian event for any level of horse and rider. It is derived from the common ranch work of separating cattle into pens for branding, doctoring or
transport. The basic concept of the event consists of two riders working in harmony moving
ten head of cattle from one pen to another in numerical order with a 60 sec. time limit. The
winning team is determined by sorting 10 head in the fastest time or the most head sorted in
the 60 sec. time limit. The events are promoted by the N.V.I.H.A. with regular sortings at Norwood Farm and again this year we will be at the Comox Valley Exhibition.
To participate or for more info call Rick at 250-339-7206 or email [email protected]
All proceeds going to Tour De Rock
This year, the Glacier Heritage Power & Equipment Club
is proud to be celebrating its
24th Anniversary with the
Comox Valley Exhibition
since its founding on the exhibition grounds in 1991. The
Glacier Heritage Power &
Equipment Club’s objective
has been to preserve and restore antique equipment, and
to promote the equipment
through exhibitions and
demonstrations that show the pioneer way of living. Demonstrations and displays have included grain
threshing, grain grinding, tractor parades, many types of engines, old tools, an old fashioned home, a garage, and a blacksmith shop. Our engine demonstrations and displays include flywheel engines that were
once used for power before the days of electricity. They generated power for cream separators, water
pumps and created general power for machine shop work. Other engine demos and displays include marine engines, antique outboards, old trucks, and a wide assortment of antique tractors.
What is a day at the farm without a hay ride! Hop on to get to
your next destination or just relax and take in the sites of the
Comox Valley Exhibition.
A modern competitive twist on
the traditional work tasks of a
coastal lumberjack, the West
Coast Lumberjack Show is
non stop, action packed, family oriented entertainment that
continues to astonish audiences. Watch lumberjacks perform with axes and saws, 40
foot climbs and log rolls. Make
sure you check out the kettle
boil you will not want to miss!
Friday - 2:00, 4:00, 6:00 Saturday - 2:00, 4:00, 6:00
It takes a skilled artist to craft a carved masterpiece with
a chainsaw. Witness artists carve logs into statues following the 2015 Exhibition theme of ‘100 Fair Memories’ .
Starting Friday with a raw log, watch the creative transformation into a beautiful work of art by Sunday closing.
Sunday - 12:00, 2:00
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Farmer For A Day
Hay Maze by Quinnwood Meadows
Track ‘n Trail Kids’ Fun Run
Hay Rides
Ms Cowaline - Interactive Milking Cow
Farmer Andy & Farmer Joanna photo cut-outs
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It’s a Trout Time Fishing Pond
Kiwanis Zucchini Races
Bounce-A-Rama
DoCo the Train
Face Painting by Cathy Corbett
Amoo’zing
Free ice cream for
Scoop
children 10 and under
Sponsored by:
Hey Kids – come on down to CVEX and try your luck in our Trout
Pond. CVEX is having its 2nd annual Trout Pond. Open to ages 612 for FREE!!! We supply the pond, the trout, the gear and the
teacher. There are over 300 trout for you to come and try your luck
in catching one. Learn from the PROS to help you catch, clean and
store your fish to take home with you for supper or release back
into the pond for someone else to try catching it. Open Friday 46pm and Saturday 10-2pm & 4-6pm and Sunday 2-4pm in the KidZone. Sponsored in part by Canadian Tire.
Sponsored by:
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Help out your community by getting involved
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Support youth and agriculture
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Many areas and positions available
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What are your interests - share with the community!
Annual General Meeting: November 16, 2015 Time: 7:00 pm
Place: 201-580 Duncan Avenue Phone: 250.338.8177
The true meaning of life is to plant tree, under whose shade you do not expect to sit.
- Nelson Henderson
Is your hay top-notch? Come find out the quality of the
top forage producers on Vancouver Island.
Samples from these hay bales get sent to labs for hay
analysis. Judged by Dr. Peter Parke 70% on laboratory
analysis and 30% on visual appearance
Junior categories for the Home & Garden Show offer numerous
opportunities for youth to showcase their talents in arts,
crafts, and horticulture; over 100 categories are open for en-
The Home and Garden Junior Division has a LEGO category!!! If
you’re interested in LEGO come and see some creative LEGO designs. The contest is to create a scene in the Comox Valley from
the past, present, or future. Check out the possibilities that LEGO
can create with your imagination. Prize money is provided by:
Have you always wanted to try being a farmer? At the KidZone children have the opportunity to help Farmer
Andy with the farm work. You can experience the of picking an apple from a tree, gathering eggs from a hen and
digging in the dirt for potatoes. For an even more life enriching experience, try out the interactive milking cow
station – Ms. Cowaline!
4-H Pledge:
I pledge my HEAD for clearer thinking, my HEART for greater loyalty, my
HANDS for larger service, my HEALTH for better living for my club, my
community, and my country.
The 2015 Comox Valley Exhibition is celebrating
Courtenay’s 100th Anniversary with the theme 100
Fair Memories. With both Canada and BC having just
celebrated their 100 years, CVEX recognizes the
importance of the 4-H clubs for our community
youth.
viewing. The types of entries include crafts,
honeybees, small engines, sewing, quilting, foods,
photography, beef, dairy, cavies, goats, poultry,
swine, rabbits, sheep, dogs, chinchillas, and horses.
Let the island youth show you their passions and
maybe help you find a new interest of your own!
This year at the CVEX, 4-H clubs from across the
island will be displaying their exhibits for your Visit http://www.bc4h.bc.ca/ for more information
Saturday August 29, 2015
10:30 4-H Dairy Show- Show Ring behind the Therapeutic Barn
11:00 Open Dairy Show-Show Ring behind the Therapeutic Barn
Sunday August 30, 2015
11:30 Open Beef Show- Show ring behind the Therapeutic Barn
12:00 4-H Beef Show- Show ring behind the Therapeutic Barn
Sponsored by:
Stop by and watch one of the many Sheep Shows to learn something new and
observe the results of the strong dedication and work ethic of the participants.
With 10 breed classes and 6 Divisions the quality of animals showcases some of
BC’s best agriculture!
Saturday 10:00 am Open Sheep Show
Sunday 10:00 am 4-H Sheep Show
Judge: Dylan Clark
Come see the Comox Valley’s future farmers show their prize
winning beef. These are the youngsters who will be putting food
on our plates in the future!
Judge: Scott Fraser
Thank you to our local farm businesses in supporting and encouraging our future farmers! The challenge goes out to all our local farmers to join in.
Casawood Farms
Courtenay Country Market
Daldas Farms
Gunter Bros. Meats
Think you’re a good bingo player? If Lucy the Chicken poops on your square, you’re $50 richer! Maybe you
have a strategy like selecting a certain playing card with a particular number or arrangement on it; but this game is nothing like regular old bingo. We’ve amped up the
playing board, put a chicken on it and to win you only need one square….Like any good
game there is money to be won so bring your friends for a friendly competition of
Chicken Poop Bingo and you just might be the lucky winner. Place your bets and have a
laugh with proceeds supporting agriculture.
Event Hours: Friday 12 noon – 7pm. Saturday 10am - 7pm. Sunday 10am - 4pm
Located beside the Red CVEX Barn
Lace your runners for the Track ‘n Trail Fun Run coordinated by the Comox Valley Road Runners. We hope to
add endless fun to the running experience.
With 3 age and distance categories there is fun for everyone to join in. All participants will have free entry
to the 2015 CVEX. The ‘Marshmallows’ ages 5 and under will run a 500m dash followed by the ‘Chicklets’
ages 6-9 running a 1km loop and finishing with the ‘Truffles’ ages 10+ running a 1.5km riverside trail run. To
participate in this fun running experience fill out an application on page 43 in the Participants Guide or register on race day Saturday August 29th at the Comox Valley Exhibition Grounds Dove Creek entrance (on
Let’s take racing to the next extreme. If you’ve got
a great imagination, passion and the skills to turn a
zucchini into a great racer, come and enter into the
Kiwanis Extreme Zucchini Race. Stop by the Extreme Parts Pit Stop and let the knowledgeable
Scouts help fix, fine tune or even help create your
racer. It’s available all day for you to test out your
zucchini racer’s performance and your competition.
Come on out and race at the Kiwanis Extreme Zucchini Race Track!
Racing available all day!
Have some family fun with West Coast Amusements Ltd. Join friends and family to enjoy the carnival
experience of thrilling rides and exciting games, there is endless amusement for all ages.
Friday
12 noon - 10 pm
Saturday 10 am - 10 pm
Sunday
10 am - 4 pm
Witness the choreographed dressage of the Courtenay CADORA Drill Team. This group of local women began
training together for their own enjoyment and progressed into showing publicly at the request of local
events. These detailed dressage exercises require extreme coordination and strict training; the dedication
and talent of this group shows in their performances.
See the CADORA Drill Team perform on Saturday at 12:00 noon and 3:00 pm
The Fjord horse or Norwegian Fjord Horse is a relatively
small but very strong horse breed from the mountainous
regions of Western Norway. It is an agile breed of light
draft horse build. All Fjord horses are dun in color. One
of the world's oldest breeds, it has been used for hundreds of years as a farm horse in Norway, and in modern times is popular for its generally good temperament.
It is used both as a harness horse and under saddle.
Yvonne Olsen will be demonstrating her team of Norwegian Fjord Horses & buggy! Such a beautiful fit to
the Comox Valley Exhibition!
Over the last six years Kitty Cat P.A.L. Society has grown into a beneficial community
charity following the motto, ‘Prevent A Litter’. Through their volunteer’s hard work
they have reduced the numbers of feral cats born and improved the quality of life for
existing feral cats. To learn more about their initiative visit www.kittycatpals.com.
Kitty Cat P.A.L. Society will again be volunteering at the CVEX gates and collecting
parking revenues. Be sure to visit them at their booth during the event.
Back by popular demand Island Waterscape is here to make your dreams a reality, Island Waterscape turns the
CVEX main entrance gates from bleak well-trodden earth to a luscious water-land wonder to greet our weekend
guests.
Visit www.islandwaterscape.ca to find out how
Watch for 2015’s new wonder creation!
to make your own waterscape dreams come true.