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SUMMARY:CKCA Q&A Session
DESCRIPTION:Do you have an idea for a project that focuses on arts and culture? Grants from the Columbia Kootenay Cultural Alliance (CKCA) could help. \nThese grants—funded by Columbia Basin Trust and managed by the West Kootenay Regional Arts Council—are available for all art disciplines\, for both individuals and arts and culture organizations in the Columbia Basin. \nQ&A sessions\nTo learn more about these grants and how to apply\, attend one of our FREE question-and-answer sessions. The events all take place online through Zoom. \nREGISTER NOW IN THE ONE THAT WORKS FOR YOU! \n\nWednesday\, January 15\, 2025: noon Pacific / 1 p.m. Mountain\nWednesday\, January 29\, 2025: noon Pacific / 1 p.m. Mountain\nMonday\, February 3\, 2025: 4 p.m. Pacific / 5 p.m. Mountain\nWednesday\, February 5\, 2025: noon Pacific / 1 p.m. Mountain\n\nBefore you attend a session\, we encourage you to watch the video about the specific program you’re considering applying to. To find the video\, select the program that interests you and navigate to that program’s page. Afterwards\, come to the Q&A session with your questions. \nIf you have questions about your specific project\, rather than the programs themselves\, contact us directly instead of asking them during a session.
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/ckca-qa-session-copy/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Calendar,WKAC Workshops,Workshops
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SUMMARY:Visual Exploration Club (Ages 9-12)
DESCRIPTION:About Visual Exploration Club (VEC):\nStudents can expect to learn about other artists\, experiment with various materials\, and make mistakes. Each participant receives a sketchbook to track their skill development in a wide range of materials such as drawing\, painting\, printmaking and 3-dimensional art. \nThis session is for ages 9-12\, or intermediate students in grades 4-7. \nWorkshop Dates:\nWednesday afternoons\nJanuary 8 – June 4\, 2025 (20 sessions)\n3:30pm-4:30pm\nNo classes during SD20 Spring Break; March 19 & 26\, 2025\n \nMinimum 5 students\, with a maximum of 12. \nClass Fee:\n$200 per participant\nAll supplies are provided \nWhere: \nVISAC Gallery – Under the red gallery awning\n1501 Cedar Ave\, Trail\nLower Level of Selkirk Building \nRegister here:\nhttps://revenue-can.keela.co/visual-exploration-club-january-june-2025-9-12 \nAbout the instructor:\nErin has a BFA in Studio Arts from UVic and a Masters of Illustration from Falmouth University. Her classes focus on process-based activities that don’t have a set outcome\, fostering creativity and a low pressure environment\, encouraging exploration and making mistakes! \nIf you have any questions\, reach out to info@visacgallery.com
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/visual-exploration-club-ages-9-12-7/
LOCATION:VISAC Gallery\, 1501 Cedar Avenue\, Trail\, V1R 2J5
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Workshops
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SUMMARY:The Improv Comedy Show
DESCRIPTION:The Improv Comedy Show features an all-female cast performing for one night and one night only. They sold out their last venue. Will they do it again? \nACT 1 :Our trio of improvisors take turns directing each other in improvised scenes\, ultimately competing to be the best director of the night. If the audience likes the scene they can award the director a point. However\, if the audience does not like the scene the director is instantly punished! \n7:30 doors\, 8:00 pm show$10 online / $15 door. 19 + Audience. \nJackie Atkins is a writer\, filmmaker and improviser currently based in Nelson\, BC. In 2020\, she graduated from Middlebury College in Vermont with a degree in Narrative Studies and French. She also holds a certificate in Fine Woodworking from Selkirk College in Nelson\, BC. Her most recent project\, Nature + Elles\, is a French language documentary that weaves together stories of Francophone women involved in adventure sports\, entrepreneurship and environmental activism in the Kootenay region of British Columbia. She is one of the head writers of the upcoming sketch series\, Southern Interior\, and is excited to be working on her first feature screenplay with support through the Her Vision: Women in Film program. Her love for storytelling is rooted in an appreciation of the specific and the strange\, as is the rest of her life. \nMichelle Hart is a multi-disciplinary artist\, specializing in theatre and improvisation. Since graduating from Mount Allison University with a theatre degree\, she has trained\, taught and performed with theatre institutions across North America to hone her craft. Michelle is the recipient of the Pat & Tony Freedom Fund\, Outstanding Sketch/Improv Productions from My Entertainment weekly\, and was featured on JFL42 Sirius FX Just For Laughs Festival. She has worked as a cast member for MSC Seaside\, The Second City\, and the Bad Dog Theatre Feature Players. Currently she is the Co Director of The Canadian Improv Games: Improv Camp\, a head writer on Southern Interior\, a Nelson based Sketch Show\, and the director and producer of 20/40 and The Nelson Sketch Comedy Revue. Online: @WeirdHart + @ReallyCoolProductions \nLindsay Mullan is a Canadian Comedy Award-Nominated actor\, improvisor\, instructor\, and creator. She is an alumnus of the Second City Toronto Mainstage\, an alumnus of the internationally-acclaimed improvisation theatre\, Loose Moose\, and a graduate of the Mount Royal University Theatre Arts Acting Program. Lindsay has worked as a performer for over almost two decades in various mediums (Theatre\, Film\, Television\, Web\, and Podcasting). Currently she is based in Toronto\, Canada where she is one half of the improv duo The Cheeky Chappies (alongside improv pal Gavin Williams). When she’s not improvising\, you can spot Lindsay in commercials eating fast food sandwiches or playfully rolling her eyes at TV husbands who’ve just done something stupid.Online: @lindsomullo + lindsaymullan.com
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/the-improv-comedy-show/
LOCATION:The Royal\, 330 Baker Street Nelson\, BC V1L 4H5\, Nelson\, British Columbia\, V1L 4H5\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Sechille Sedare
DESCRIPTION:Experience the Enchantment of Sechile Sedare! \nSpend a captivating evening with Sechile Sedare\, where timeless traditions meet contemporary artistry. This mesmerizing performance promises to take you on an unforgettable journey through a rich tapestry of music\, dance\, and storytelling. \nBe prepared to be enthralled by Sechile Sedare’s unique blend of cultural heritage and innovative expression. This event is a celebration of creativity\, passion\, and the profound connections that art can forge across diverse communities. \nSecure your tickets now and be part of an extraordinary night that will leave you inspired and invigorated. Don’t miss out on this chance to witness a truly magical performance! \nFor more information or to purchase tickets please visit the Key City Theatre website.
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/sechille-sedare/
LOCATION:Key City Theatre\, 20 14th Avenue North\, Cranbrook\, BC\, V1C 6H4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Live Performance
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SUMMARY:SonReal w/ Sunsetto – All Things Aside Tour
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