Kali Loves Aphrodite January 29-31
A Weekend retreat for Women at the Ocean Resort Uncovering Our Relationship with Compassion and Fear. Treat yourself to an amazing weekend of deepening your relationship with yourself through voice, movement and writing.  With Claire Gilmore co-facilitating. Call Ocean Resort 250 923- 4281 to register and for inquiries.

VocalEase at the CRA in Courtenay. Call 250 338-5371 to register and for all info. Adults/ Youth 10- 11:30 Filberg Centre.

The Red Martini Grill - Nanaimo, Front Street 6:30-11:00 ( minimal cover; GREAT food)

JOANNA SINGS with Sean Money and James Lithgow Come and hear some new originals and the standards that keep sounding better every decade. Courtenay Elks club on 6th street. 7:30-10:00 (minimal cover).

Six classes in Cumberland in improvisational voice music. Discover the amazing sounds you can make. Sing, speak, dance your heart out!
Every Tuesday 5:30-6:15  at the Abbey All Ages 60.00 for six; 12.00 drop in. (Community Way @50%) Register Now.

Connect & Release: A VocalEase workshop retreat for women and men at Ocean Resort in Oyster Bay, Vancouver Island. (.pdf file here)
Saturday 10:00am - 9:30pm with time for strolls, nourishment and reflection, interspersed with improvisational toning, harmony and rhythm games, dancing and laughter. We will take our songs to the beach and into the woods to create deep listening and nature’s orchestra.  Sunday is from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. All inclusive Special $435.00. For accommodation, breakfasts and dinners, please contact Ocean Resort www.oceanresort.ca 1-877-561-3425 or 250-923-4281. Early bird special: paid in full by August 31st get ocean view rooms and $50.00 off. Limited space, please enroll early. Deposit $50 by August 31st to reserve your place in peace. Day guests welcome- contact Joanna for tuition info. 250 336-2474.

“Pussy Finch and the Stellar Jays” playing the heart and soul of sass and panache with original jazz, blues and cabaret. With Sean Mooney, keys; Alan Jossul, guitars; James McRae drums and Joanna Finch vocals and flute. 8:00 PM at the Red Martini Lounge, Front Street Nanaimo. $10.00 at the door. Call 250-336-2474 FMI www.joannafinch.com

PUSSY FINCH & THE STELLAR JAYS at the beautiful Hariot Bay Inn on Quadra Island. Playing the heart and soul of sass and panache with original jazz, blues and cabaret. With Sean Mooney, keys; Alan Jossul, guitars; James McRae drums and Joanna Finch vocals and flute. 6:00 PM- 9:00. Fine dining and a gorgeous view. Call 250-285-3322 www.heriotbayinn.com FMI or www.joannafinch.com

Adult Advanced singers improvisational voice-play workshop. World groove, rhythm, harmony exploration- ideal for choirs and musical theatre people!11:00- 2:00 $25.00 (registration required by July 15)

Kidspin Experimental Creative Music classes for kids 7-10 years old. Tuesday mornings 9:30-10:30 for 4 classes. $40.00 per child. (Registration required by July 3.)

Youth Improv sound and motion workshop. Have fun making new sounds in this two hour workshop. Explore ‘Rhythm Wraps’- a body/ mouth music jam or ‘Animalinga’ where we explore language and vocalizations, sounds that are not sung. Discover Rhiannon’s (www.rhiannonmusic.com) games as well: ‘Circle Song’, which introduces people to soloing over a pattern, ‘Three Face Front’, where three people stand facing ahead and co-create an improvised song that has elements of harmony, rhythm, and soloing. $20.00 Bring water and wear loose clothing. (Registration required by July 2)

Mini workshops will run in July from, on the 2nd, 3rd, 6th 7th and 9th, for those who want to explore scat singing, improvisational harmonies and Rhiannon's (www.rhiannonmusic.com) Voicestra games. $15.00 each session or $55.00 for all.

CAFÉ BLAH BLAH BLAH season’s finale with writers from  Comox Valley arts and culture magazine, The Island Word with music by  kitsch in synch. Tarbells café 7:00-9:30 “Where spoken word is heard”. With the music of kitsch in synch: eclectic and original folky jazz. Open mic poets, story-tellers, etc. welcome every second Friday of the month. At Tarbell’s Cafe, the heart of Cumberland. 6:30-9:30 $5.00 cover. Call 250-336-2474 for monthly guest writer spots. Call Tarbell’s 336-8863 to reserve a table.

CAFÉ BLAH BLAH BLAH “where spoken word is heard” With the music of kitsch in synch: eclectic and original folky jazz. Open mic poets, story-tellers, etc. welcome every second Friday of the month. At Tarbell’s Cafe, the heart of Cumberland. 6:30-9:30 $5.00 cover. Call 250-336-2474 for monthly guest writer spots. Call Tarbell’s 336-8863 to reserve a table.

Madame Jojo’s Cabaret… the seasons finale! (Location and time to be determined…)

Fridays impromptu voice jams/ Primordial Ooohs: toning chanting and movement - all ages - Drop ins, families welcome! $5.00 At The Abbey on First and Penrith inCumberland. Willing to travel to your community for groups of 6 or more. Call Joannna at 250 336-2474.

PUSSY FINCH & THE STELLAR JAYS at the beautiful Hariot Bay Inn on Quadra Island. Playing the heart and soul of sass and panache with original jazz, blues and cabaret. With Sean Mooney, keys; Alan Jossul, guitars; James McRae drums and Joanna Finch vocals and flute. 6:00 PM- 9:00. Fine dining and a gorgeous view. Call 250-285-3322 www.heriotbayinn.com FMI or www.joannafinch.com 

CAFÉ BLAH BLAH BLAH “where spoken word is heard” featured guests: Nanaimo’s Tongue and Groove present a multi- media event of punchy, political poetry and pulsing groove. This jazz and world music combo led by the poetic rap of drummer Tracy Myers with Myron Makepeace on guitars will make you move! Come early to get a seat. Open mic writers always welcome to share. At Tarbell’s Cafe, in the heart of Cumberland. 6:30-9:30 $5.00 cover. Call 250-336-2474 for monthly guest writer spots. Call Tarbell’s 336-8863 to reserve a table.

VOCALEASE VOICEMUSIC CLASSES starting sign up now! Toning, harmony skills, body rhythm/beat box, improvisational vocal games. Fun, interactive and deeply satisfying! Youth to elders welcome. Great for choirs who want to improve improvisational skills! $60.00 for six classes. Registration ONLY. Family rates available! At The Abbey (corner of 1st Street & Penrith Avenue) in Cumberland. Classes will continue through the summer in various locations.

NORBURY & FINCH at the Arts and Bloom Festival at Kitty ColemanWoodland Gardens. Come stroll the beautiful gardens at this artisans/ musician’s festival. Lots to hear and see! http://www.woodlandgardens.ca/calendar.html

CAFÉ BLAH BLAH BLAH
Theme: Rhythm and Rhyme “where spoken word is heard” with the music of kitsch in synch: eclectic and original folky jazz. Open mic poets, story-tellers, etc. welcome every second Friday of the month. At Tarbell’s Cafe, the heart of Cumberland. 6:30-9:30 $5.00 cover. Call 250-336-2474 for monthly guest writer spots. Call Tarbell’s 336-8863 to reserve a table.

MOTHERS DAY VOCALEASE RETREAT
“Mother Love” VocalEase Retreat Saturday & Sunday at Deer Heart Sanctuary on Hornby Island Celebrate your 'Mother' in this two-day workshop in improvisational sound and movement with Vancouver Island vocalist/ songwriter, Joanna Finch. Playful, soulful vocal expression uncovers your connection to 'Mother'. Inspiration will come from walks in nature, group vocal games and shared writing. All ages: youth to elders. Come alone, with a partner, child or parent- we will all play together. For registration and cost, please contact www.deerheartsanctuary.com phone (250) 335-0952

“Pussy Finch and the Stellar Jays” playing the heart and soul of sass and panache with original jazz, blues and cabaret. With Sean Mooney, keys; Alan Jossul, guitars; James McRae drums and Joanna Finch vocals and flute. 8:00 PM at the Red Martini Lounge, Front Street Nanaimo. $10.00 at the door. Call 250-336-2474 FMI www.joannafinch.com

 VocalEase Drop-In - Harmony exercises, vocal games, motion emotion, beat box rhythms-
 voice and body music for everybody. Youth to elders welcome. $10-12. Family rates available! Green Spirit Acupuncture Clinic 2781 Dunsmuir Ave. Phone 250 336-2474 FMI

 Kidspin Parents and Tots Creative Music and Movement Class -  3-5 year olds $40.00 for 4 sessions for parent and child. Materials included. Phone 250 336-2474 to register. Green Spirit Acupncture Clinic 2781 Dunsmuir Ave.

 Friday,
 February 13

Tarbell’s Café in Cumberland hosts
Cafe Blah Blah Blah - Open mic spoken word with kitsch in synch and award winning journalist and published author Sulaika Mar Levasseur sharing excerpts from her books NINE LETTERS TO A DEAD MAN BEFORE BEING FOUND BY LOVE AGAIN, and HOT CHOCOLATE FOR THE MYSTICAL LOVER Phone 250 336-2474 to be a guest.

February 14

Madame Jojo's Cabaret: “After the chocolate is gone and the roses have wilted.” Loves lost, tainted and tossed. Welcoming new Cabaret artists, burlesque queens, musical dandies and circus performers each month! Please contact Ma'm Jojo 250 336-2474 to get your act in the show. Next show in May. Prepare now.

February 27

Tarbell’s Café in Cumberland hosts Cafe Blah Blah Blah - Open Mic spoken word. Jazz and Spoken Word with Rick Husband, guitar and Joanna Finch vocals and flute. Local guest writers Jean DuGal of futuristic novel Zem Zem fame, and Hazel Lennox with her recently published Ruth Masters memoir. Phone 250 336-2474 FMI

Comox Valley Farmers Market with Norbury & Finch

VocalEase Elemetal Ahhhs Workshops with a group of at lease six participants. Call 250 336-2474  now to book your group. Stretch your imagination and discover the pleasure of free, creative vocal and movement improvisations in this 3 hour introductory workshop. Youth to elders welcome. Singing experience not neccessary. $30.00 or barter! (Group rate available) Registration necessary. Green Spirit Acupuncture Clinic 2781 Dunsmuir Ave.

Cumberland Lodge Christmas Party with Paddy and Joanna 1:00-3:00 Cumberland Hospital @ Windermere and First St.

Merry Music with Paddy and Joanna at the Comox Mall 11:00 –1:00 in front of Santa’s HoHo Shed

Cumberland Elementary Christmas Recital. Joanna will be singing ‘Cumberland Snow’; accompanied by Linda Safford while the grade four class dances (6:30 –7:30 Repeat evening performance)

Food Bank Fund Raiser at the Waverley hotel with kitsch in synch 8:00 till late with Brodie, Meaghan, Bobbie, Greg, Doug and friends.

Cumberland Coffee House hosted by Joanna Finch and friends at the Cumberland United Church, First and Penrith Ave. Open mic- everyone welcome!

VocalEase drop in voice music class for all. This fun, energizing, and community building weekly class will break till January. Bring your family- 12 and up- for a magical musical experience. $12.00 ($8.00 each for families) at the Masonic Hall in Cumberland first and Dunsmuir

Café Blah Blah Blah with kitsch in synch: Words and Music Wednesdays and  book launch: Come Back, Judy Baba: Memoirs of India by Judy Norbury. Tarbells Café, the corner of Dunsmuir and Second Street in Cumberland, and, as an added bonus will play some songs from her newly released CD, Did You Find The Door which will also be available. To reserve a table please call Tarbell’s 336-8863

VocalEase: Primordial Oooos
Morning chanting, toning, authentic movement classes with voice artist Joanna Finch and Santo Cupelli on didgeridoo. Release and connect; open to free expression and healing.
Green Spirit Acupuncture Dunsmuir & 6th in Cumberland.  $5- $10.00 drop in.
Call ahead: 250 336-2474 or email
FMI click on VocalEase

Madame Jojos Cabaret Fall Premier:
At Cumberland’s Waverley Hotel. Dinner and lounge jazz from 6:30 with Joanna Finch and her Merry Men, then invited guests perform traditional and modern entertainment…skits, circus arts, drag artists, comedy, poets, rappers & dancers. Prizes for best Groucho Marx or Mae West impersonation! Ongoing events into November.

Amateur and professional entertainers are invited to call: 336-2474 or email:joyjobird@gmail.com Tickets $10.00 at the Waverley or the Romance Shop

Dinner with "Kitsch in Synch":
Danny Zanbilowicz and Joanna Finch, singer/songwriter duo. Slice of life folkjazz; up close and intimate. At Tarbells’ Café, Dunsmuir & 2nd in Cumberland. Experience Linda’s Lebaneese delicacies. Dinner @6:00; music @ 7:30. Call to reserve: 250 336-8863

VocalEase Six Session Level One
Learn the basics of creative voice-music in six lessons. Tuesdays and Thursdays @ Masonic Hall Cumberland Corner of Dunsmuir and First Street (Three bi-weekly sessions) $60.00 or $12.00 drop in fee.

Kidspin Creative Music Class
Fridays, 4 sessions 7- 10 year olds. For children who like to make interesting vocal noises and have an ability to hold notes and keep a steady rhythm. Character games, made up languages, interesting musical instruments…@ Green Spirit Acupuncture Dunsmuir and 6th in Cumberland $35.00. Pre- registration required. Call 250 336-2474 or email

After work wind-down with "Kitsch in Synch": Danny Zanbilowicz and Joanna Finch, singer/songwriter duo. Slice of life folkjazz; up close and intimate. At Tarbells’ Café, Dunsmuir & 2nd in Cumberland. $5.00 in the hat.

Kidspin Creative Music Class parents and tots: 3-5 years old
Four 45- minute sessions on Tuesdays in Cumberland. Learn rhythm through the feet, hands and mouth. Make music with elastic bands, chopsticks, pots and bottles. Sing, dance and play with authentic movement and sounds. Playful fun for kids and parents! $30.00. Pre- registration required. Call 250 336-2474 or email

VocalEase Six Session Level Two
More harmonies, group listening, expressive movement and vocal games. Create songs from the beat up, adding harmonies, texture, dynamics and words- prepare for performance! Tuesdays and Thursdays @ Masonic Hall Cumberland Corner of Dunsmuir and First Street (Three bi-weekly sessions) Level One pre-requisite or a recent 5 hour VocalEase workshop. Rhiannon’s students welcome! $60.00 or $12.00 drop in. Pre- registration required. Call 250 336-2474 or emailFMI click on VocalEase

A day-long tandem workshop with Joanna and Marco. You can come for the whole thing- warm up your body and voice and have creative fun with vocal improvisor Joanna in the morning, then learn the skill of tala- tongue talk with Marco in the afternoon. Dancers and drummers will love this! Or you can come for one or the other.

10:30- 12:30
Primordial Ooohs & Elemental Ahh VocalEase workshop with Joanna & Marco. Open your eyes, heart and voice this morning with toning, authentic movement, harmony and creative voice expression. $30.00

1:00-3:00
Tongues & Tala Hindustani Rhythm for Dance, Drum & Song with Marco Zonka please bring: water, pencil & paper, a drum and/or your primary musical instrument, wear comfortable clothes, and be ready to move!
$30.00 Attend both workshops for 45.00 at Lasqueti Arts Centre To register call Jenny @ 8312

Kidspin Creative Music Class
4 sessions 7- 10 year olds. For children who like to make interesting noises and have an ability to hold notes and keep a steady rhythm. Character games, weird voices, interesting musical instruments…@ Green Spirit Acupuncture Dunsmuir and 6th in Cumberland $40.00. Pre- registration required.

Vocal-Ease Six Session Level Two
More harmonies, group listening, expressive movement and vocal games. Create songs from the beat up, adding harmonies, texture, dynamics and words- prepare for performance!
7:30- 9:00 Tuesdays and Thursdays @ Masonic Hall Cumberland Corner of Dunsmuir and First Street (Three bi-weekly sessions) Level One pre-requisite or a recent 5 hour VocalEase workshop. Rhiannon’s students welcome! $60.00 or $12.00 drop in

Vocal-Ease Six Session Level One
Learn the basics of voice music in six lessons 5:30-7:00 Tuesdays and Thursdays @ Masonic Hall Cumberland Corner of Dunsmuir and First Street (Three bi-weekly sessions) $60.00 or $12.00 drop in fee.

Vocal-lEase: Primordial Oooos
Morning chanting, toning, authentic movement classes. With didgereedoo, bells bowls and drums, (bring your own). Fridays 8:00 - 9:00 am

Tuesdays, Primordial Ooos @ Green Spirit Acupuncture Dunsmuir and 6th in Cumberland

Kidspin Creative Music Class
Parents and Tots: 3-5 years old
Four 45- minute sessions from 12:30 -1:15 on Mondays and Wednesdays. Learn rhythm through the feet, hands and mouth. Make music with elastic bands, chopsticks, pots and bottles. Sing, dance and play with authentic movement and sounds. Playful fun for kids and parents! Courtenay Recreation Centre, Lewis Park.
FMI:250- 338-5371

2:00-4:00

7:00- 10:00

11:00-3:00

7:00-9:00

Kitsch in Synch
Islands tour with Cal- Scottish award winning singer/songwriter. Updates coming…

Kitsch in synch: New songs from Danny and Joanna at the Comox Valley Farmers Market, Fairgrounds, Headquarters Road, Courtenay

Kitsch in synch: New songs from Danny and Joanna at the Grotto, Union Street Grill 5th St Courtenay.

Ongoing…
Vocal-Ease: Primordial Oooos Friday mornings Chanting, toning, authentic movement classes. 2739 Allen Ave Cumberland.  Drop in fee by donation. (Location moves in September)

Vocal-Ease Six Session Level One
Learn the basics of voicemusic in six lessons
5:30-7:00 Tuesdays @ Green Spirit Acupuncture Dunsmuir and 6th in Cumberland and Thursdays @ 2739 Allen Ave 250 336-2474 FMI

Norbury & Finch
Harmony Arts Festival in West Vancouver Daytime Fountain Concert on the Park Royal Fountain Stage, Ambleside Landing,
FMI click here:

Norbury & Finch TBA

Vocal-Ease Lammas Chant on Denman. Everyone welcome. Community Hall at 9:30 AM. Followed by a potluck lunch and Lammas Celebration in the afternoon.

Kitsch in synch: New songs from Danny and Joanna
Comox Valley Farmers Market at Simms Park

Hornby Summer Sensations Workshops
Saturday July 26
9:30- 12:30 - “Elemental Ahhh…” vocal improv techniques and openers $45.00
1:30-4:00 - “ Take Flight” contact improv, voice and movement games $ 30.00
Sunday July 27:
8:30-10:00 - “Primordial Oooos” breathing, stretching, toning, contact dance $15.00
At Tim Biggins’ Healing Homestead 1000 Central Rd. All three workshops: $75.00 Bring two friends; one comes for free!

Norbury & Finch
Cumberland Hospital Ice Cream Social

Norbury & Finch
Hornby Island Bakery
Enjoy the garden and the fabulous food!

Vocal-Ease: Vancouver Island Musicfest
River Walk Nature Sing
Each day Joanna will lead groups in a Naturstra river-sing on the Tsollem River. Everyone welcome!

Vocal-Ease: Primordial Oooos
Morning chanting, toning, authentic movement classes. (Ongoing) 2739 Allen Ave Cumberland. Drop in fee by donation.

VOCAL-EASE Six Session
Learn the basics of voicemusic in six lessons
5:30-7:00 Tuesdays @ 2739 Allen Ave and Thursdays @ Green Spirit Acupuncture Dunsmuir and 6th in Cumberland

Joanna Finch Trio
Wedding in Qualicum Beach

VOCAL-EASE FREE introductory class
2739 Allen Ave. Cumberland

Norbury & Finch
Campbell River Market at Pier Street

VCMI Showcase Concert Vancouver International Jazz Festival.

Norbury & Finch
Comox Valley Farmers Market at Simms Park

VCMI Student Showcase at Vancouver International Jazz festival(Times and place to be announced)

VCMI Advanced Improvisation Course in Vancouver.

Vox y Doits: Joanna Finch, Sean Mooney and Friends. Expressive Jazz and nu tunes. A Comox Valley Jazz Society sponsored event. Elks Club, 6th St. Courtenay.

Norbury & Finch School Show:
Mr Bradley Look at Me Now
Brooklyn Elementary, Comox  BC (Admission by permission at school office: 339-4866)

VOCAL-EASE
At the Magic Mirror Mansion in Chemainus
$70.00 per person (includes brunch and snacks)
Sliding scale available to groups of two or more- plus one scholarship
Scat  singing… contact improv… toning… harmonic chanting… group games… laugh jams… word raps… listening to the  sounds of silence …unwinding… opening blocked passages to bliss.
Registration necessary: Doug: 246-5081 or Joanna (250)336-2474 or email.

Saturday,
May 31

VOCAL-EASE
Overnight Sensations with Joanna Finch
Enjoy the magic and fun of voice-music in an evening and morning workshop

Kitty Coleman Woodland Gardens Art and Bloom Festival (check norburyandfinch.com for details)

May 3rd-4th

Norbury & Finch
9:30-11:30

10:30-1:30
$50.00

Kidspin Introductory playdate for kids from 8-12 years. Vancouver, BC

Spring Equinox Party at HQ, Nelson’s Dockyard with Ron Tomasson

Kidspin family fun at Windward Beach, English Harbour

Guest vocalist with the Harbour Trio and Ron Tomasson at Russell’s Fort James

Free Jam with Alex Mathias and Roberta and special guest guitarist, Ron Tomasson at HQ, English Harbour Antigua

Special guest vocalist with Happy Lewis and the Harbour Trio at Russell’s, Fort James

Six week course in Vocal-Ease at Casa Rainbow View, English Harbour

Six week course in Kidspin at Casa Rainbow View, English Harbour

Russells at Fort James with the Harbour Trio- jazz jam. Fort James, Antigua

Guest vocalist with Synthesis Band at Kings Casino, St John’s Antigua

Valentines Day at the Inn at Galleon Beach, English Harbour with the Harbour Trio: Eddie Nias, William Lewis and Bernie Constant

Special guest with Laul Thomas Band- Synthesis- at Grenadian Festival, Multi-purpose Centre, St John’s Antigua

Guest on Observer Radio with host Kim Derrick, introducing listeners to kidspin with helpers Amber, Arianna, Mahala, Lisa and Denise

Vocal-ease drop in 2 hour workshops at Casa Rainbow View, English Harbour

Vocal-ease 5 hour workshop in English Harbour, Antigua WI

Guest vocalist with The Harbour Trio, and special guest, Guadeloupe trumpeter Happy Lewis. Russell’s Restaurant and Jazz bar at Fort James, Antigua WI

August 18
Saturday

idspin Workshop
Interactive all day workshop in freeform vocalizing and dance with Joanna.
The Studio at Rosewall Crescent (off Cousins) call 336-2474 or email: info@joannafinch.com
for details go to Bookings

March 8 –double booked!
Women of jazz
Georgia Straight Jazz Society presents a Jazz Jam Concert entitled "The Ladies of Jazz" to be presented at the Elks March 8th International Women's Day. www.georgiastraightjazz for details

Women’s Transition Society fundraiser Coffee House Variety show
featuring the Ms. Adventures at St Georges United Church in Fitzgerald, in Courtenay

The compound
(McPhee in Courtenay, behind the Apple Computer store)
open improvisation/new music ensemble

destanne AKA jane swyndle, flute,violin/effects
scott aitken; guitar/effects,bells
jesse gentes; drums/percussion,bells,etc.

with special guests;
joanna finch; experimental vocals,flute
greg lapsley; electric bass
claire gilmore; guitar and mandolin

doors 9p.m.,$5

music will start at the usual between 9:30 and 10:00 p.m.

Women’s Centre Benefit Coffee House Variety Show with The Ms Adventures, (see bio page)

at Zen Zero, 407B Fifth Street
Courtenay, BC

Idspin Workshop - Lasqueti island
Improvisational dance, sing and play in nature
Lasqueti island- Sunday
CANCELLED DUE TO FERRY SCHEDULE CHANGE

Idspin Workshop - Nanaimo
Susan Peach's Studio 6140 Parkway Drive

Participation will be capped at 12; a minimum of 10 people requested. Wear comfortable clothes and footwear appropriate for inside dance and outside exploration.
confirm registration by e-mailing Joanna at info@joannafinch.com or (250) 336-2474or
register by Friday, January 12, noon

11:00- 4:00 p.m.

Cost: $55.00.

call 336-2474 to register

11:00- 4:00 p.m.

Cost: $55.00.

call 336-2474 to register

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11:00- 4:00 p.m.

Cost: $55.00.

call 336-2474 to register

Friday October 27th & Saturday October 28th