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SUMMARY:Kaslo - LOOT: Orienting to Matter; Days 2 & 3
DESCRIPTION:A three-day symposium in Nelson and Kaslo featuring Kootenay and Okanagan artists and writers known as the Ten Thieves Artist Collective runs from March 13 to 15 will include panels\, workshops\, a keynote talk and an art exhibition all centered on exploring humanity’s current relationship to matter.\n“Our relationship with matter which includes the elements that support our existence have been taken for granted\,” said LOOT curator Deborah Thompson\, a Nelson artist. “The symposium will focus on examining and re-imagining our attitudes towards matter\, and the stories we tell that shape this vital relationship.” \n“LOOT: Orienting to Matter\,” the symposium will begin with a keynote address by UBC Okanagan feminist environmental and humanities professor Astrida Neimanis at 6 p.m. March 13 at the Nelson Museum\, Archives and Gallery\, 502 Vernon St. \nThe event’s panels and workshops will be held March 14 and 15 at the Langham Cultural Centre\, 447 A Ave.\, Kaslo\, starting at 10 am each day.\nAn art exhibition of new works by the Ten Thieves Artist Collective – Susan Andrews Grace\, Eimear Laffan\, Carol Wallace\, Jim Holyoak\, Genevieve Robertson\, Hildur Jonasson\, Maggie Shirley\, Marnie Temple and Deborah Thompson – will be on display at the Langham from March 7 to May 8. \nAdmission to LOOT’s events is free or by donation.\nRegistration is encouraged for the workshops\, which include drawing\, poetry\, making art with natural materials. There will also be a lakeshore geology and hydrofeminsim walk.\nRegistration information and a detailed agenda for the symposium are at https://thelangham.ca
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/loot-day-2-3/
LOCATION:The Langham\, 447 A Avenue\, Kaslo\, BC\, V0G 1M0\, Canada
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ten Thieves Artist Collective":MAILTO:zwadi@telus.net
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SUMMARY:Winlaw: Flax to Linen Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Explore the full journey of flax from plant to fibre to linen. \nJoin us for a hands-on workshop that brings the ancient craft of linen-making to life. Participants will learn how flax\, a plant well-suited to our bioregion\, is transformed into soft\, strong raw linen through traditional hand-processing techniques. All flax used in this workshop was grown in our community plot this year \nYou’ll have the opportunity to try your hand at breaking\, scutching\, and hackling flax\, learn about its cultivation and cultural history in the Kootenays\, and explore how this plant fits into our regional fibre system today. \nThe tools used in these workshops are hand-crafted by local artisan Scott Fettes\, using locally sourced wood and traditional joinery. Their creation was made possible through generous support from Columbia Basin Trust and Kootenay Savings Credit Union\, helping us build a shared legacy of regional flax processing. \nThese workshops are part of our Flax to Linen Program\, a regional initiative connecting communities across the West Kootenays to reimagine the potential of locally grown fibre crops. By learning together\, we’re helping build the foundation for a bioregional linen economy rooted in soil health\, community collaboration\, and regenerative practice. \nNo experience is required. All materials and tools are provided. \nNote: Members receive 10% off all workshops. Look for your discount code in your inbox. If you cannot find it in your inbox or spam folder\, please contact info@westkootenayfibreshed.com \n$45 – $55 sliding scale tickets.
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/winlaw-flax-to-linen/
LOCATION:Slocan Valley Threads Guild\,\, 7112 Perrys Back Road\, Winlaw\, V0G 2J0
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ORGANIZER;CN="West Kootenay Fibreshed":MAILTO:info@westkootenayfibreshed.com
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SUMMARY:Revelstoke - Origami Workshop
DESCRIPTION:ORIGAMI WORKSHOP\nHosted by Milene Mochizuki \nLearn the Art of Origiami with Milene! In this hands-on workshop you will explore the traditional Japanese art of paper folding and learn to create Origami models. This workshop is the perfect opportunity to learn a something new\, enjoy a relaxing creative activity\, and bring home some beautiful art! \nSaturday\, March 14\, 4pm to 6pm\nRVAC Kitchen Studio Studio – 320 Wilson Street\n$40 – Materials Provided
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/rvacorigami/
LOCATION:Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre\, 320 Wilson Street\, Revelstoke\, V0E 2S0
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ORGANIZER;CN="Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre":MAILTO:info@revelstokeartgallery.ca
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SUMMARY:Castlegar - Oots Open Mic featuring Tenise Marie
DESCRIPTION:  \nMonthly Open Mic with feature act. Saturday March 14h at Castlegar’s newest\, hippest venue… Come on out\, we’d love to see you perform\, watch\, dance or simply hang out… All arts disciplines welcomed.\nAll ages\, by donation event.\nLet’s go Castlegar/Oots and beyond! \nFood and drinks available by Feed Your Soul Foods. \nThis month’s feature act: Tenise Marie \nTenise Marie is a singer-songwriter and performer based in Nelson\, British Columbia. \nKnown for her luminous voice\, enchanting lyrics\, and melodies that transcend the expected\, her songs bridge tradition and innovation\, reflecting the confluence of her English\, French & Assyrian roots. \nHer latest album Off The Record was released in 2025 with support from Creative BC and The Province of British Columbia\, marking a vulnerable journey of reclaiming heritage and identity\, heavily inspired by her travels to Iraq’s Assyrian homeland\, supported by the Canada Council for the Arts.\nIn 2025\, Tenise toured her live show across BC\, with notable performances at festivals including Starbelly Jam (Crawford Bay) and Woodstove Festival (Cumberland)\, an official showcase at Pacific Contact (Vancouver)\, and a headlining concert at Key City Theatre (Cranbrook). \n“Tenise doesn’t just write songs – she documents the soul’s evolution. Her music has always reflected a deep curiosity and hunger for meaning\, and this new release continues this tradition with quiet grace”\n~ Mischa Plouffe\, Buzz Music\, Los Angeles \n“Watching Marie perform is an emotional experience…coming of age\, falling in love\, and exploring the world are just the surface level of inspiration in Marie’s pieces”\n~ Olivia Herring\, Music Mecca\, Nashville \nSounds like: Allison Russell\, Bedouine\, & Joan Baez \nhttps://www.tenisemariemusic.com/\nhttps://www.instagram.com/tenisemariemusic/\nhttps://www.facebook.com/tenisemariemusic/\nhttps://www.youtube.com/c/TeniseMarie
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/oots-open-mic-tenise/
LOCATION:Harry’s Hall\, 1119 Columbia Rd.\, Castlegar\, British Columbia\, V1N4L7\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Fruitvale - Dance away the winter blues with Swingsations
DESCRIPTION:Join Swingsations Big Band for an evening of live swing and jazz at the Fruitvale Memorial Hall on Friday\, March 14. The 18-piece band will be performing classic big band favorites along with lively dance tunes that keep the floor moving all night. \nWhether you’re an experienced swing dancer or just want to enjoy great live music\, everyone is welcome. Come out for a fun community evening filled with big band sound\, great rhythm\, and plenty of opportunity to dance. \nDoors open at 7:00 PM\, with music starting at 7:30 PM.
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/dance-winter-swingsations/
LOCATION:fruitvale memorial hall\, 1968 Main St\, Fruitvale\, BC\, V0G 1L0\, Canada
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