NEWS AT THE REACH

Local artist/author Myrtle-Anne Rempel launches autobiography at The Reach!

April 16, 2018 10:51 am

Renowned Abbotsford artist and author will launch her book Brushstrokes of Life – An Autobiography on Saturday, May 5, 2018 from 1:30pm to 3:30pm at The Reach, 32388 Veterans Way.

This is a casual, very special meet-the-author, have your book signed, and support The Reach while enjoying refreshments afternoon. The Brushstrokes of Life book sells for $25 (cash or cheque only, payable to the author), and the author in turn, will generously donate all of the book sales proceeds from this event to The Reach’s public programming.

Image attached: Author Myrtle-Anne Rempel’s Brushstrokes of Life book cover

Myrtle-Anne Rempel is a world-renowned artist who studied at the University of the Fraser Valley, Abbotsford. She was in involved in two major car accidents, and after spending many years in hospitals, often facing death as well as pain and loneliness, she picked up her paintbrushes.

This book is a synopsis of her and her husband’s (and family’s) life, from early childhood to the challenges they faced. Ed Rempel built a hugely successful business (including Rempel Bros. Concrete) in the years of a pro-union environment. Both Myrtle-Anne and Ed faced many highs and lows in their lifetimes, and this book will challenge you to overcome your own obstacles. Myrtle-Anne has served on the Board of the Crystal Gala Foundation, The Reach Gallery Museum and the Federation of Canadian Artists.

Join Myrtle-Anne Rempel for the launch of her just released book Brushstrokes of Life – An Autobiography on Saturday, May 5, 2018 – 1:30pm to 3:30pm at The Reach. What a special Mother’s Day, Father’s Day or friendship gift for a loved one! RSVP not required, however, Myrtle-Ann would love to hear that you’ll be dropping by! For more details visit: thereach.ca/calendar or call 604-864-8087.