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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
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SUMMARY:Summer Lovin’ FREE Thursdays
DESCRIPTION:Come on down to the Nelson Museum on Thursday evenings\, where you can visit the galleries\, museum\, and shop for FREE. 4-8pm every Thursday.
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/spring-fling-free-thursdays-24/
LOCATION:Nelson Museum\, Archives & Gallery\, 502 Vernon Street\, Nelson\, V1L 4E7\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Kootenay Savings Music in the Park
DESCRIPTION:Kootenay Savings Music in the Park \nGyro Park\, Trail \nThe Trail & District Arts Council is excited to present a range of great musicians at Kootenay Savings Music in The Park. With two acts per night\, it’s the perfect opportunity for all the family to get together outside and listen to great live music in beautiful Gyro Park from June 26 to August 14. Regular Music in the Park Nights start at 6:15 with the headliner at 7:00 pm. \nTo make the season even more fun\, we will see the return of the popular Night Markets on July 17 and August 14 as we once again collaborate with Trail’s Incredible Farmers Market. These awesome events bring the community together for Music\, Food\, Beer Garden and Farmers Market.  These special events run from 5-8:30 pm. \nAnd we have two new events. The Friday night Music in the Dark Beach Dance Party on August 8 will feature DJs and dance-heavy music from Apollo Suns our headliners. Happening from dusk ‘til dark from 7-9:30 pm admission is $10 at the door for this no alcohol event recommended for ages 15 and up. \nOn July 24\, RemarkABILITY Fest\, in partnership with Diverse Family Roots\, will provide unique experiences to engage the public and celebrate inclusion and diverse community.. \nFREE shuttle buses run from 5:30 -9:00 from Trail Safeway and Trail Arena for the July 17\, 24 and August 14 events. \n  \nMusic in the Park Schedule \nThurs. June 26:  \n\nTrail Maple Leaf Band’s 30 to 40 band members will play tunes that delight everyone including concert band pieces\, show tunes and movie medleys and marches\nTrail Pipe Band will engage the audience playing pipe band favourites from their huge repertoire. They will be joined by guests the B. McJones Highland Dancers for Scottish piping and dancing.\n\nThurs. July 3  \n\nTruckvancar is a five-piece\, Alt. Soul\, Reggae\, Rock band out of Rossland and Trail B.C. They play original music and cover tunes that they make their own for a groovy fusion of rock\, reggae and everything in between.\nTina Leon is a singer-songwriter from Montreal who draws her inspiration from the Motown generation and the soul music of the last decades for a colorful musical journey through jazzy\, funk\, and pop rhythms with rich and enchanting melodies.\n\nThurs.\, July 10 \n\nShuffle Demons have a unique and unmistakable sound. A trademark fusion of jazz\, funk\, blues\, and rap with finely crafted compositions from all five band members.\nStubbs and the are rooted in Rossland. This 5-piece plays crowd-pleasing covers and independent original and theatrical music with lyrics in 10 different languages.\n\nThurs.\, July 17: The Night Market \n\nTwin Fiddles and Friends have been Castlegar Fiddle camp Instructors and playing MITP for 20 years. Gordon Stobbe and JJ Guy and two more instructors (tbc) will play Canadian Old Time Fiddle Music. features favourites of the fiddling world JJ Guy and Gordon Stobbe\, whose distinctive original tunes are written in the twin fiddle style with lead and harmony lines that reflect their shared love for traditional fiddle music\,\nMimi O’Bonsawin is a contemporary roots singer-songwriter born in Ontario of French Canadian & W8banaki (Abénaki) heritage. Her story-driven\, ethereal music whisks you away with uplifting melodies that weave pop sensibilities with acoustic instruments.\nMeredith Moon plays unique\, non-traditional folk with her finger-style guitar\, piano\, lap dulcimer and clawhammer banjo complementing her lyrical storytelling.\n\n  \nThurs.\, July 24: RemarkABILITY (Celebrating Inclusion and Diverse community in Partnership with Diverse Family Roots) \n\nRock Squad is a 4-piece band covering classic rockers from the past that will rock your socks off! The band was formed after two members Luc Picard (drums) and Marshall (Guitar) met at Autism BC during one of their Awareness Events. Joining them in Andrew MacFarlane on lead guitar and dean on bass.\n\n  \n\nRhythm by Nature will run 20-minute drumming workshops at 5:15\, 6:00 and 6:45 where you will learn about and experiment with different drums and drumming techniques. No experience needed. All ages friendly.\n\nThurs.\, July 31 \n\nKim Churchill is an Australian singer-songwriter who brings a distinctive presence to the stage. Kim is known for his laidback folk style\, often described as “ocean-side blues.”\nShooglenifty was formed in 1990 by musicians from the Scottish Highlands\, Orkney and Edinburgh. Its bright spark was the idea of fusing traditional and traditional-sounding melodies with the beats and basslines of a mixed bag of more contemporary influences.\n\n  \nThurs.\, August 7 \n\nTenise Marie Trio – Tenise Marie is a multi-instrumentalist based in Nelson\, whose original music pairs soulful vocals with acoustic guitar\, piano\, and oud\, crafting a unique blend of Western and Eastern folk music\, reflective of her own heritage.\nJohn Reischman and The Jaybirds play a stylish take on bluegrass that blends original songs and instrumentals with Appalachian old-time music.\n\n  \nFriday\, August 8: Music in the Dark \n\nDJ TBA\nApollo Suns is a 7-piece instrumental collective from Winnipeg\, Manitoba that fuses jazz\, rock and psychedelic music to create their own unique sounds with the dancefloor in mind.\n\nThurs.\, August 14: Night Market \n\nBella Cat is a dynamic and soulful vocalist whose electrifying performances blend R&B\, funk\, blues\, hip-hop\, and pop for an unforgettable\, immersive and thrilling experience.\nThe Latin Lovers are seven extremely dynamic musicians from The Slocan who play Latin Fusion. With a mix of original songs and well-known Spanish covers\, they invite the audience to participate by adding harmonies and playing shakers.\n\nSo\, bring a lawn chair and your dancing shoes for a Summer of live music in the park! \nAdmission is by donation – $3 per person minimum suggested. Or support the Trail Arts Council’s programming by buying a Season Pass for the whole summer for $30! You may buy a pass at trail-arts.com by clicking on any of the Music in the Park events and clicking the “Buy” button. Or buy them in person at Gyro Park with cash or credit card.\nPlease note that entrance for Music in the Dark is $10. \nThis show is made possible thanks to support from BC Arts Council\, BC Live Performance Network\, the Government of Canada\, Kootenay Savings\, City of Trail\, Columbia Basin Trust\, Pharmasave Trail\, Teck Trail Operations\, HUB International\, Summit 95.7 FM and Tourism South Kootenay. We also gratefully acknowledge the financial support of the Province of British Columbia. \nShows are moved indoors if the weather is not cooperative. Check our Facebook page by 2:00 pm on Thursdays for the exact location.
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/kootenay-savings-music-in-the-park/
LOCATION:Trail Gyro Park\, 234 Park Rd\, Trail\, British Columbia\, V1R 4X7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Calendar
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SUMMARY:The Night Market Bella Cat and The Latin Lovers at Music in the Park
DESCRIPTION:Join the Trail & District Arts Council and Trail’s Incredible Farmers Market on August 14 for an entertaining evening of food vendors\, market\, beer & wine garden\, and live music at The Night Market in Gyro Park. From 5 pm to 8:30 pm there’s lots to do all topped off with great live music \nHeadlining the evening are The Latin Lovers at 7:15 pm. \nThe Latin Lovers are a fiery\, wildly entertaining\, Latin Band from the West Kootenays. Their music is Latin Fusion; inspired by a variety of traditional rhythms\, like Cumbia\, Flamenco\, Tango and more. With a mix of original songs and well-known Spanish covers\, these beats make you dance. \nPlaying an outstanding array of instruments: didgeridoo\, pan flute\, harmonica\, accordion\, brass\, congas\, bongos\, alternative percussion\, and so much more\, these seven extremely dynamic musicians light the stage on fire! Their interactive approach invites the audience to participate by adding harmonies to songs and providing shakers for everyone to join in the musical experience. \nMembers are: Juan Rizzatti  (lead vocals\, guitar\, pan flute\, harmonica\, accordion\, didgeridoo); Vern Wakunick  (vocals\, timbale\, bongos\, shakers\, guirro\, claves); Jay Conrad   (vocals\, guitar); Trevor Scott   (congas\, bongos\, djembe); Carl Redden   (trumpet\, trombone\, vocals); Mike Roy   (bass\, vocals); Darryl Hosquet   (drum kit). \nListen to them play live https://youtu.be/0snfwPNSsuo \nPerforming from 6-7 pm is the dynamic Bella Cat\, a soulful vocalist whose electrifying performances blend R&B\, funk\, blues\, hip-hop\, and pop for an unforgettable\, immersive and thrilling experience. \nKnown for her powerful stage presence\, Bella delivers unforgettable shows\, often incorporating elements of drag and burlesque to create an immersive and thrilling experience. Her music\, reminiscent of legends like Etta James\, Amy Winehouse\, and Tina Turner\, is both raw and captivating\, with a raspy\, soulful voice that echoes the golden era of soul. \nWith three albums under her belt\, Bella Cat’s career is marked by nine cross-Canada tours\, performances on Hollywood Boulevard\, appearances at international festivals such as the Pap Jazz Fest in Haiti\, and a feature on Canada’s The Voice (La Voix). These experiences have helped her gain international acclaim\, with recent shows in Costa Rica solidifying her status as a global artist. \nBella’s concerts have been hailed as “futuristic soul shows\,” and media outlets like CBC\, Ottawa Magazine\, and Metro News have praised her remarkable vocal range and captivating stage presence. A visionary and multifaceted creator\, Bella Cat also works as a songwriter\, lyricist\, music video producer\, and vocal coach\, dedicated to transforming and inspiring others to become their best selves. \nHear her sing https://youtu.be/8Pz_sqVyrQ4 \nOrganized by Trail & District Arts Council\, in partnership with Trail’s incrEDIBLE Farmer’s Market\, our Night Markets have become a staple of Music in the Park where you may picnic\, shop\, and dance the night away. The market will see a range of artisans and other vendors at the market\, as well as tasty cooling treats and delicious eats by our food vendors. Plus\, the Beer and Wine Garden will be serving up cold beverages including cider and sodas. \nSo\, bring a lawn chair and don’t forget to bring plenty of water. Need to cool off? The music is right by the water park and the river! \nAdmission is by donation – $3 minimum suggested. \nThis show is made possible thanks to support from BC Arts Council\, BC Live Performance Network\, the Government of Canada\, Kootenay Savings\, City of Trail\, Columbia Basin Trust\, HUB International Insurance\, Pharmasave Trail\, Teck Trail Operations\, and Tourism South Kootenay. We also gratefully acknowledge the financial support of the Province of British Columbia. \nShows are moved indoors if the weather is not cooperative. \nCheck our Facebook page by 2:00 pm on Thursdays for the exact location.
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/the-night-market-bella-cat-and-the-latin-lovers-at-music-in-the-park/
LOCATION:Trail Gyro Park\, 234 Park Rd\, Trail\, British Columbia\, V1R 4X7\, Canada
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