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SUMMARY:Young Visions of 2025 Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:After a two month period of time closed for renovations\, the Kootenay Gallery is pleased \nto announce that it will launch its 2025 exhibition season with one of its most anticipated \nannual events. The Young Visions exhibit runs in both the West and East Galleries from \nApril 17th to May 31st\, celebrating the creative skills and talents of young people in \nSchool District 20 from ages 13 to 18. \nThis year\, students from Stanley Humphries Secondary School in Castlegar\, and Kootenay \nColumbia Learning Centre will participate in the show. \nThe gallery and exhibit will open with a reception on Thursday\, April 17th from 5:00 to \n7:00 pm. All are welcome to attend the opening. \nGallery hours are from 10 am to 5 pm\, Tuesday through Saturday. \n  \nFor more information \ncontact the Gallery at 250.365.3337 or email kootenaygallery@telus.net.
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/young-visions-of-2025-exhibit/
LOCATION:Kootenay Gallery of Art\, 120 Heritage Way\, Castlegar\, BC\, V1N 4M5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Exhibition/Speakers
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SUMMARY:Changing Seasons Across the Kootenays
DESCRIPTION:“Changing Seasons Across the Kootenays” A Solo Exhibit by Kimberley Artist Lynne Zentner Now Showing at Art Gallery Kimberley \nWe are proud to present “Changing Seasons Across the Kootenays\,” a serene and heartfelt solo exhibition by local artist Lynne Zentner\, available from May 15 through June 8\, 2025. \nLynne’s collection pays tribute to the beauty and diversity of the four seasons in the Kootenays. Rooted in her deep connection to nature\, each landscape painting is a visual love letter to the forests and mountain views she’s encountered during her many hours of “forest bathing\,” solo camping\, hiking\, and skiing across the region. Her acrylic paintings capture not only the changing colours of the seasons\, but also the mood and atmosphere of being lost in nature. \n“I hope some of the love and beauty I’ve poured into my work will leak through to the viewer\,” says Lynne\, “and maybe even inspire a smile!” \nBorn on the wide-open prairies\, Lynne’s artistic adventure began against a vast natural backdrop and blossomed into a professional career quite literally painting backgrounds bringing animated worlds to life as an artist and colour designer. With over 15 years in the Ottawa animation industry—including work with Funbag\, Lacewood\, and Hinton Animation for productions like Flash Gordon\, Anthony Ant\, and Watership Down—she has mastered a wide range of media and styles. Since changing careers and becoming an English language teacher\, she has embraced landscape painting as her way of sharing her vision of the world. \nWhy should you visit? Because this exhibit is more than beautiful art—it’s a celebration of the wild\, magical place we call home represented in paintings that invite visitors to experience the seasons of the Kootenays through the eyes—and heart—of a passionate local artist. \nEveryone is invited to the opening reception on Thursday\, May 15\, 2025 at 7 pm. Whether you’re a longtime admirer of Lynne’s work or a newcomer\, this is a show that will move you—and perhaps change the way you see the landscape around you. \nWhere: Art Gallery Kimberley\, 167 Deer Park Ave\, Kimberley\, BC.\nWhen: May 15 through June 8\, 2025 | Monday through Wednesday\, by appointment and Thursday through Sunday\, 10 am – 5 pm.
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/changing-seasons-across-the-kootenays/
LOCATION:167 Deer Park Avenue\, Kimberley\, BC\, V1A 2J5\, 167 Deer Park Avenue\, Kimberley\, V1A 2J5
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SUMMARY:13th Annual Tiny Lights Festival
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to Tiny Lights. If you have never been before\, this video will give you a feel for what we are all about. If you have been\, it will bring back all the feels. Please explore the other wonderful year-round programs we run to support artists. \nTiny Lights Ignites- Artist Professional Development \nTiny Lights InSight Video Series \nTiny Lights ReNew Collaborations \nTiny Lights Tech Mentorship Program \nTiny Lights Photography Mentorship Program \n  \n \n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTiny Lights returns in the spring of 2025\, presenting our carefully curated mix of music\, mountains\, and makers. We are thrilled to welcome you all back to our Tiny Lights Family here in Ymir. As always\, we aren’t getting any bigger\, only better as our tiny town can only hold so much awesome. \nWe look forward to seeing you all again here in Ymir to start your summer with us! \nWe are so grateful for everyone who has supported our little festival this year. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSUMMER STARTS HERE!\nIMAGINE TINY LIGHTS\, TOGETHER…\nTHERE’S SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE\, CHOOSE YOUR OWN FESTIVAL ADVENTURE!
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/13th-annual-tiny-lights-festival-2/
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Live Performance
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SUMMARY:Guided Cold War Bunker tours
DESCRIPTION:During the height of the Cold War\, in the 1950s and 1960s\, nearly 50 bunkers were constructed across Canada. In 2017\, the Nelson Museum began work on restoring the space and opening it to the public. You can join a tour of one of the Museumʼs best-loved spaces! \nFrom iodine pills and Geiger counters to board games and ashtrays\, visitors get a glimpse of the vast measures taken to create normalcy in an extraordinary time. \nEmail info@nelsonmuseum.ca to register. Adult admission required – children under 18 are always free!
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/guided-cold-war-bunker-tours-82/
LOCATION:Nelson Museum\, Archives & Gallery\, 502 Vernon Street\, Nelson\, V1L 4E7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Kid Friendly
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ORGANIZER;CN="Nelson Museum%2C Archives &amp%3B Gallery":MAILTO:info@nelsonmuseum.ca
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SUMMARY:Corazón Vocal Ensemble presents: HEARTLINES
DESCRIPTION:Corazón’s final performance of the 2024/2025 season. Join us for an unforgettable celebration of choral music\, featuring special guests: Solstice Vocal Ensemble. \nVENUE FOR THIS PERFORMANCE IS THE NELSON UNITED CHURCH \nMain floor tickets: $21\nBalcony tickets: $16\n**Door tickets are $25 for the main floor and $20 for the balcony\, subject to availability \nTickets purchased by phone or online through the website will be held for pick up at the door of the UNITED CHURCH prior to the performance. Doors open 20 minutes before each performance.
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/corazon-vocal-ensemble-presents-heartlines-3/
LOCATION:Nelson United Church\, 602 Silica Street\, Nelson\, British Columbia\, V1L 4N1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Kid Friendly,Live Performance
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SUMMARY:Corazón Vocal Ensemble presents: HEARTLINES
DESCRIPTION:Corazón’s final performance of the 2024/2025 season. Join us for an unforgettable celebration of choral music\, featuring special guests: Solstice Vocal Ensemble. \nVENUE FOR THIS PERFORMANCE IS THE NELSON UNITED CHURCH \nMain floor tickets: $21\nBalcony tickets: $16\n**Door tickets are $25 for the main floor and $20 for the balcony\, subject to availability \nTickets purchased by phone or online through the website will be held for pick up at the door of the UNITED CHURCH prior to the performance. Doors open 20 minutes before each performance.
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/corazon-vocal-ensemble-presents-heartlines-2/
LOCATION:Nelson United Church\, 602 Silica Street\, Nelson\, British Columbia\, V1L 4N1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Kid Friendly,Live Performance
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SUMMARY:Abby Wilson Book Launch
DESCRIPTION:Author and artist Abby Wilson\, who runs the popular website West Kootenay Hiking\, has just published a brand new hiking book for the area. She’ll launch the guidebook West Kootenay Hiking on Saturday\, May 31 at 7:30pm in a multimedia presentation at the Nelson Pubic Library. The book features 77 of the best hiking trails in the West Kootenay region of southeast British Columbia and features clear layouts\, detailed topographic maps\, and elevation profiles. The launch event will include breathtaking slides showing some of the trails as well as some background about Wilson’s journey from blog to book. There will be plenty of time for questions\, and Otter Books will be on hand with copies for sale.
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/abby-wilson-book-launch/
LOCATION:Nelson Public Library\, 602 Stanley St\, Nelson\, British Columbia\, V1L 1N4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Exhibition/Speakers
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SUMMARY:A Cappella Love
DESCRIPTION:The Twin Rivers Community Choir presents: \nA Cappella Love! \nCome join us as we sing many A Cappella favourites old and new…from Doo Wop to Canadian favourites to World music and everything in between! \nAdults $20 / Students $10 \nMay 30 & May 31\, 7PM \nBrilliant Cultural Centre\, Castlegar.
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/a-cappella-love/
LOCATION:Brilliant Cultural Centre\, 1876 Brilliant Road\, Castlegar\, V1N 4K2
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Live Performance
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Twin Rivers Community Choir":MAILTO:trcchoir@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Fiesta Latina at Finley’s
DESCRIPTION:Fiesta Latina is firing up the dance floor at Finley’s\nJoin us for an electrifying Fiesta Latina hosted by Tapatia Collective!\nGet ready to immerse yourself in the vibrant rhythms and flavors of Latin America. Whether you’re a seasoned dancer or just looking to spice up your weekend\, this event is for you!\nDon’t miss out on this unforgettable celebration of Latin culture and community. Grab your friends and come join the fiesta!We can’t wait to dance the night away with you.
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/fiesta-latina-at-finleys-2/
LOCATION:Finley’s Bar $ Grill\, 705 Vernon St\, Nelson\, BC\, V1L 4G3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Calendar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tapatia Collective":MAILTO:Info@tapatiacollective.com
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SUMMARY:Corazón Vocal Ensemble presents: HEARTLINES
DESCRIPTION:Corazón’s final performance of the 2024/2025 season. Join us for an unforgettable celebration of choral music\, featuring special guests: Solstice Vocal Ensemble. \nVENUE FOR THIS PERFORMANCE IS THE NELSON UNITED CHURCH \nMain floor tickets: $21\nBalcony tickets: $16\n**Door tickets are $25 for the main floor and $20 for the balcony\, subject to availability \nTickets purchased by phone or online through the website will be held for pick up at the door of the UNITED CHURCH prior to the performance. Doors open 20 minutes before each performance.
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/corazon-vocal-ensemble-presents-heartlines/
LOCATION:Nelson United Church\, 602 Silica Street\, Nelson\, British Columbia\, V1L 4N1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Kid Friendly,Live Performance
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