Rockin’ to the bands

The Current Swell concert at the Community Hall on January 22 was a roaring success. Close to 300 attended and enjoyed four hours of music provided by three local Vancouver Island bands. Judging by the vibrating dance floor and the screaming crowd

The Current Swell concert at the Community Hall on January 22 was a roaring success. Close to 300 attended and enjoyed four hours of music provided by three local Vancouver Island bands. Judging by the vibrating dance floor and the screaming crowd

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