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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
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SUMMARY:"Natural Geometry" Solo Art Exhibit by Michael Hepher
DESCRIPTION:Kimberley\, BC — September 4–28\, 2025 — Art Gallery Kimberley is proud to present “Natural Geometry\,” a solo exhibition of hand-printed artworks by Fernie-based interdisciplinary artist Michael Hepher. Known for his vibrant sense of colour\, thoughtful interpretation of the everyday\, and abilities across mediums\, Michael’s series pushes the boundaries of abstraction while using the historic art of letterpress printmaking. \nFor more than a decade\, Michael has explored the intersection of the natural and the abstract. “Natural Geometry” translates organic shapes and landscapes into layered compositions of bold colours\, overlapping forms\, and rhythmic patterns. Each work invites viewers to see the world around them in a new way—where the familiar vanishes into geometry\, and where the mechanics of nature are revealed in uplifting\, unexpected ways. \n“Letterpress printing is both ancient and tactile\,” says Michael. “It offers a human touch to abstraction—each impression carrying the honesty of an analog process while reimagining the natural spaces we move through every day.” \nWorking from his Clawhammer Press studio in Fernie\, BC\, Michael combines traditional wood and linoleum block techniques with modern design sensibilities. His limited-edition prints touch the intersection of history\, craft\, and contemporary vision. \nMichael’s career spans printmaking\, oil painting\, and illustration\, with a portfolio of acclaimed public art projects\, private commissions\, and exhibitions including All Kinds of Beauty\, a 16 x 96’ mural celebrating Fernie (2019)\, Backroads BC (Fernie Museum Gallery\, 2018; Smithers Art Gallery\, 2019)\, and In This Together\, a touring exhibition shown across the Kootenays (2021–2022). \nPlease join us in celebrating this bold and intimate exploration of how we see\, feel\, and interpret the natural world at the closing reception on Friday\, September 26\, 2025 between 6 and 8 pm with an artist talk and interactive demonstration at 7 pm.
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/natural-geometry-solo-art-exhibit-by-michael-hepher/
LOCATION:167 Deer Park Avenue\, Kimberley\, BC\, V1A 2J5\, 167 Deer Park Avenue\, Kimberley\, V1A 2J5
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ORGANIZER;CN="Art Gallery Kimberley":MAILTO:info@artgallerykimberley.com
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SUMMARY:DANCE CLASSES FOR KIDS & YOUTH
DESCRIPTION:We’re so excited to share that Tapatia Collective is opening more space for our younger dancers this fall! Our kids and youth classes are designed to get little ones moving\, building confidence\, and having fun with Latin rhythms. \nFall Schedule (Starting the week of Sept 8th): \nTuesdays\n🪩 Latin Fusion (11+ yrs) – 5:30–6:30 PM \nThursdays\n👶 Little Movers (3–6 yrs) – 3:00–3:45 PM\n💃 Latin Fusion (8–10 yrs) – 3:45–4:45 PM \nAll classes finish with a final show\, dancers are invited to take part in a final show—participation is optional but always lots of fun! \nHere’s the best part—your child can try their first class for free before committing. No pressure\, just fun\, movement\, and music. And dancing is always better with friends\, so feel free to bring a buddy along!
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tapatia Collective":MAILTO:Info@tapatiacollective.com
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SUMMARY:West Kootenay Métis Society Monthly Community Gathering
DESCRIPTION:2nd Tuesday of the month \nWKMS Monthly Community Gathering featuring fabulous food. \nWest Kootenay  Métis hosts a regular gathering the 2nd Tuesday of every month! \nHeld at Taghum Hall near beautiful downtown Taghum from 6-8pm \nTraditional foods\, games\, activities\, as well as\, great company. \nBring your family\, stories and to go containers-because its traditional to send you home with food!
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/west-kootenay-metis-society-monthly-community-gathering-3/
LOCATION:Taghum Hall\, 5915 Taghum Hall Rd\, Nelson\, V1L 6Y4
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ORGANIZER;CN="West Kootenay Metis Society":MAILTO:westkootenaymetis@gmail.com
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