Philosophers' Café  
presented in partnership with Simon Fraser University's Continuing Studies
at Lynn Valley Library, Wednesday February 16, 2011 - 7:00pm

The 'Campfires' exhibition at CityScape Community Art Space and the Campfires Spirit Festival (Campfires:  A Circle of Community) encourage further exploration of what is a community.  With online chat rooms called 'campfires' and social media replacing personal, social contact, we wonder if the reality of a 'community' is changing.  Working with Simon Fraser University, the North Vancouver Community Arts Council invites everyone to participate in a conversation about community.
 

Community
Is community fundamentally geographic or can it be interest based?  Are we losing community in our urban and digital world or may digital connectivity enhance the reach of community?
Mediator:  Dr. Mark Battersby, Capilano University

For more information about the Philosophers' Café, visit the website.

Additional festival events:

Campfires - An Art Exhibition
February 4-26, 2011
Opening Reception:  Thursday, February 3, 2011 - 7:00-9:00pm
CityScape Community Art Space, 335 Lonsdale Avenue
Six artists explore the utility and magic of a campfire, recalling the narrative and re-imagining its contemporary brand while contending with a dialogue that mystifies rather than clarifies.  The artists have created diverse works for this exhibition such as carvings, found objects, sculptures, video, photography, paintings and DIY art.
Gallery Hours:  Tuesday to Saturday 12:00pm-5:00pm
Featured Artists:  Andrei Bus, Norman Coloma, Martin Krykorka, Marcus Jolly, Roland Meier and Joelle Sept

Artist Talk - Saturday, February 5, 2011
1:00-3:00pm at CityScape Community Art Space

Community Campfire - Saturday, February 19, 2011
6:00-9:00pm at Ship Builders Square
foot of Lonsdale Avenue, North Vancouver