Community Calendar

Sunday, August 16, 1-4 p.m.

Join us for live music in a picturesque setting overlooking the shore of Lake Ontario. We hope to see you here. Please bring your own lawn chair; a limited number will be available.

Ukrainian-born Marina Gorelaya, who holds a Ph.D. in music from the Kyiv State Tchaikovsky Conservatory, will present a fascinating hourlong performance/seminar on waltzes and their place in musical history. The concert is part of the church's Sanctuary Seasonings arts series, and is free. The church is fully accessible; a reception will follow.

The album, Cook, isn’t just a nod to Lettuce’s musical heat; it’s an invitation to join the band at the table, where funk, soul, jazz, rock, and hip-hop come together in one rich, flavorful dish.

For these six lifelong partners: Adam Deitch (drums), Adam “Shmeeans” Smirnoff (guitar), Erick “Maverick” Coomes (bass), Ryan “Zoid” Zoidis (saxophones, synths), Eric “Benny” Bloom (trumpet), and Nigel Hall (vocals, keyboards), Cook marks a bold expansion of their ever-widening musical palette. Released on their own Lettuce Records label, the album arrives on the heels of tours with rap icon GZA of Wu-Tang Clan and reggae legend Ziggy Marley, as well as the release of their live album and concert film Lettuce with the Colorado Symphony. Still, there’s a generous dose of Lettuce’s signature funk throughout, paying homage to James Brown and the JB’s while honoring longtime mentors like Tower of Power and Maceo Parker.

More than just a figurative title, Cook debuts alongside Lettuce Red Crush and Orange Crush wines in collaboration with Aquila Cellars, plus a limited-edition recipe book of pairings included with the vinyl and digital release.

With Cook, the band feels like their concepts and ideas can come to fruition with an innovative team and devout fan base behind them—they’re in a fresh new headspace ready to savor a new chapter.

The Town Pants are back at The Smith Friday, October 30 for their Drinking in the Graveyard Party show! Kick off Halloween weekend with an evening of lively Celtic rock. Costumes encouraged!

Based in Ottawa, Ontario, The Town Pants masterfully blend Irish traditional, folk, rock, and roots Americana. Brothers Duane and Dave Keogh deliver powerful dual lead vocals that ignite every performance with fervour and vitality. The robust rhythm section, featuring Jeff Tripoli and Blake Propst, is complemented by the extraordinary violin skills of Johanna So, crafting a distinct “West Coast Celtic” sound that resonates with audiences long after the final note.

In a sea of Celtic folk-rock bands, The Town Pants distinguish themselves with their unmatched fusion of passion, energy, and spirit. Their imaginative and captivating songwriting cements their status as a leading force in the genre, promising an unforgettable musical experience.