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SUMMARY:Castlegar Art Walk
DESCRIPTION:Opening night kicks off June 6th with live music\, refreshments and art! This free\, self guided community event runs from June 6th – Sep 20th which sees 19 artists featured at 11 local businesses.
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/castlegar-art-walk/
LOCATION:Castlegar\, Castlegar\, BC
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Exhibition/Speakers
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SUMMARY:true nature • an environmental group exhibit
DESCRIPTION:Bringing a voice to the environment\, nature\, and humanity’s relationship with it.\nAs we face climate challenges and work to deepen our connections and regenerative practices\, a story is conveyed through the eyes of 4 artists.\nBarbara Brown • www.BarbaraBrownArt.com\nChristopher Mcholm • https://www.instagram.com/chris.mcholm/\nSam Strachan • http://www.alkemyarttherapy.com/\nChrystyna Bykowa • www.BYKOWA.com\nEach artist expresses their relationship and inspiration derived from nature through their work. On exhibit for the months of July and August\, 2025. Gallery 444 is excited to bring forth a collective portrait\, sparking discussions\, as to how we may inform and influence our progress towards achieving planetary balance.\n*** For online payment $12 includes service fee\n*** Alternatively $10 e-transfer to somasoundstudio444@gmail.com or cash at door
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/true-nature-an-environmental-group-exhibit/
LOCATION:Gallery 444\, 448 Baker St\, Nelson\, BC\, V1L 4H8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Exhibition/Speakers
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SUMMARY:Saturday 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!\n\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.\n\nClick on the link to register. Adult admission required – children under 19 are always free! (https://form-can.keela.co/bunker-tours)
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/guided-cold-war-bunker-tours-88/
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:Mike Meany LIVE! @ Backroads Brewing
DESCRIPTION:Mike Meaney is a local Nelson musician originally from Toronto who plays a mixture of mellow fingerstyle and upbeat acoustic. Equally at home around a campfire or on stage\, his choice of songs are sure to get you singing along. He plays covers with a healthy dose of originals when courage moves him to do so\, refining his craft before the lovely audience of Nelson and the Kootenays.
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/mike-meany-live-backroads-brewing/
LOCATION:Backroads Brewing\, 460 Baker St\, Nelson\, BC\, V1L4H8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Calendar
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SUMMARY:Taghum Hall Present: Pierre Bensusan
DESCRIPTION:Pierre BensusanMister DADGAD – Virtuoso Guitarist\, Composer\, Vocalist \nDescribed as “the guitar given free reign to play itself\,” French-Algerian acoustic guitar legend Pierre Bensusan is a world-renowned master of the DADGAD tuning\, blending folk\, jazz\, classical\, and world music into a truly singular voice. A trailblazer on the global stage for over four decades\, Bensusan has captivated audiences with his emotive playing\, rich vocals\, and genre-defying compositions. \nWinner of the Independent Music Award for his live triple album Encore and voted Best World Music Guitarist by Guitar Player readers\, Pierre’s influence spans generations—from Michael Hedges naming a piece after him to collaborations with artists like Donny Osmond and praise from Steve Vai\, Tommy Emmanuel\, and Mark Knopfler. \nOften called “The Prince of DADGAD\,” Pierre’s performances are intimate journeys filled with innovation\, depth\, and raw beauty—an artist whose music transcends borders and touches the soul.
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/taghum-hall-present-pierre-bensusan/
LOCATION:Taghum Hall\, 5915 Taghum Hall Rd\, Nelson\, V1L 6Y4
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Live Performance
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SUMMARY:Glacier Watercolour Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Glacier Watercolour Workshop | Parks Canada\nHosted by Lara Davis\nPaint the Glaciers with Us!\nAs part of the Parks Canada Glacier Festival\, we’re excited to partner with Parks Canada to offer a special Glacier Watercolour Workshop at the Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre. \nJoin us for a creative evening where you’ll learn how to paint icy blues\, snowy textures\, and the beauty of alpine landscapes using watercolour. Whether you’re an experienced artist or a total beginner\, this workshop is for everyone. \nSaturday\, July 12\n7:00 pm – 9:00 pm\nRVAC Kitchen Studio\n$35 All Materials Provided\nAges 16+\nCome solo or bring a friend — no experience necessary. We look forward to seeing you there!\nRegister on our website: https://revelstokeartgallery.ca/education/
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/glacier-watercolour-workshop/
LOCATION:Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre\, 320 Wilson Street\, Revelstoke\, V0E 2S0
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Workshops
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