So you can’t get up to Whistler by regular means this beautiful long weekend due to the rock slide, but there’s still time to have fun and enjoy Whistler this summer.   Here is a list of events to check out for the rest of August:

Don’t forget about the weekend Farmer’s Market at Blackcomb side, every Sunday until Canadian Thanksgiving weekend (mid October).  Tasty artisan foods and live cooking demos by Whistler’s Chefs. Local artists, musicians and face painting. Lots of fun and activities for families and children.

Whistler Art Workshops on the Lake – Beginner Acrylics
August 6, 2008 – August 8, 2008
This class will teach some basic techniques in painting acrylics on canvas and is suitable for students at the beginner to intermediate level. For more information on the Whistler Art Workshops on the Lake, visit the Whistler Arts Council web site.

Kokanee Crankworx
August 9, 2008 – August 17, 2008
Whistler’s premier mountain bike festival, featuring freeride competitions, pro riding demos, FREE music and entertainment.

Whistler Art Workshops on the Lake – Intermediate Watercolour
August 13, 2008 – August 15, 2008
Led by instructor Grant Fuller, this workshop is intended for intermediate painters interested in watercolour. For more information on the Whistler Art Workshops on the Lake, visit the Whistler Arts Council web site.

Whistler Art Workshops on the Lake – Art of Drawing: Beginner to Intermediate
August 16, 2008 – August 17, 2008
A course meant for beginner and intermediate level artists interested in studying and sketching basic shapes with gesture drawings. For more information on the Whistler Art Workshops on the Lake, visit the Whistler Arts Council web site.

Whistler Art Workshops on the Lake – Effective Use of Light in Composition & Design
August 22, 2008 – August 24, 2008
This workshop will delve into the effective use of light and pattern, and focus on the inspiration and ideas for the painting through preliminary studies before proceeding with a finished work. For more information on the Whistler Art Workshops on the Lake, visit the Whistler Arts Council web site.

Campground C
August 23, 2008
The second annual “Campground C” country-rock music festival will feature a hot list of artists performing all day long, plus a ton of fun activities for the whole family. More information.

K9 Wine & Dine for WAG
August 23, 2008
Whistler Animals Galore (WAG) and the Hilton Whistler Resort & Spa host the 6th Annual K9 Wine and Dine on Saturday August 23, 2008. Come out and support WAG and its efforts to provide quality care and second chances to animals in need in Whistler. The event features a sumptuous three-course meal, as well as dinner for your four-legged friend, auctions with great prizes and more. Call Carol at 604.935.8364 or email ccoffey@thewagway.com for more information.

In-SHUCK-ch Days
August 23, 2008 – August 24, 2008
Join us at the second annual In-SHUCK-ch Days on August 23rd and 24th in Skatin, located along the Lillooet Lake Forest Service road in the scenic Lillooet River Valley. In-SHUCK-ch Days will offer fun for the whole family including free food, live music, traditional First Nations games and activities, a children’s fun zone, and much more. This event will showcase the Nation�s rich culture and strong community spirit.
For more information visit the In-SHUCK-ch website.

Feast of Fields
August 30, 2008
Feast of Fields is a gourmet, wandering, harvest festival picnic. With a wine glass and linen napkin in hand, you can taste the very best of BC from chefs, vintners, brewers, farmers and food artisans from across the province from 1-5 p.m. at Rebagliatti Park in Whistler.
For more information go to the official web site.