COLUMN: Eye on the Arts – New and familiar sounds at K.R. Barkman Concerts in the Park

Join us for the K.R. Barkman Concerts in the Park, a free outdoor concert series perfect for the whole family! Taking place on Tuesdays and Thursdays from May 27 through June 10, these concerts showcase local performers across a variety of genres, featuring both familiar and new sounds from the community.

Bring your lawn chairs, relax in the fresh air, and enjoy the performances. The artist lineup will be announced next week! For the full performer schedule, visit SteinbachArts.ca.

The Steinbach Arts Council is delighted to partner with the Barkman Concrete Foundation to continue this summer tradition of featuring local and guest artists and bringing our community together in celebration of music and arts.

Final week to view Merrill Clark’s Resin Art Exhibit

This is the final week to see Merrill Clark’s exhibit, titled “In the Night Sky,” in our Hall Gallery. The exhibit captures the beauty and mystery of the night, showcasing the details of galaxies and nebulas in resin.

This event is free to the public, and SAC encourages a toonie donation to support our hall gallery. Clark’s collection of resin artwork and merchandise will be available until May 16.

The next scheduled exhibit showcase is on May 23 with works featured by Naomi Gerrard and Earl D Talatala.

SAC would like to thank Hall Gallery sponsor, Good N Natural.

Summer Arts Day Camp Registration is Filling up Fast!

This year, we’re thrilled to have campers ages 3-4, 5-8, and 9-12 for full days of activities! Pick a themed week of camp, from June 30 to Aug. 22. Allow your children to engage more deeply in a variety of creative activities in music, art, theatre, dance, culinary, and more for a fun experience alongside their peers. Lunches and breaks will be incorporated into their daily routine to ensure they approach the day with renewed energy and focus!

Our camps are led by staff dedicated on your child’s safety and enjoyment.

Pick your week:

Legends of the Deep: June 30 – July 4 (four day camp week)

Jurassic World: July 7 – July 11

Life on the Farm: July 14 – July 18

Medieval Explorers: July 21 – July 25

The Great Outdoors: July 28 – Aug. 1

Adrenaline Adventures: Aug. 5 – Aug. 8 (four day camp week)

Beach Bash: Aug. 11 – Aug. 15

Spy Kids: Aug. 18 – Aug. 22

Register now at SteinbachArts.ca or call 204-346-1077. Thanks to Canadian Tire Steinbach for sponsoring this program.

Register Your Child for the Arts4Tots Preschool Program

Registration for the Arts4Tots program is now open for the 2025-2026 year, offering a unique and engaging educational experience for children ages 3 to 5. This innovative program combines music, theatre, visual arts, and dance to foster creativity, imagination, and cognitive development. Led by experienced clinicians and directors with a Montessori-inspired curriculum, this program emphasizes sensory, cultural, and creative learning. Arts4Tots provides a well-rounded educational experience to introduce your tots to a school setting!

The program runs from Sept. 15, 2025, to June 4, 2026, with half-day sessions twice a week featuring an option of mornings or afternoons. Registration can be completed over the phone by calling 204-346-1077 or in-person at 304 Second St.

Thank you to Oakridge Garden Centre for sponsoring our preschool program.