West Kootenay Regional Arts Council

Nelson Museum AGM
2024-05-14 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Vancouver) | Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery, 502 Vernon Street, Nelson, V1L 4E7, Canada
Attention members! Mark your calendars for the 2024 Nelson Museum Annual General Meeting (AGM). Jennifer Dunkerson, Executive Director, and the NMAG Board of Directors are eager to welcome members into Gallery A to discuss the challenges and triumphs of 2023, what is planned for the year ahead, and to welcome some fresh faces to the NMAG board.
The public is welcome to attend, but only Museum Members in good standing are able to vote. Not a member? Sign up here!

KOOTENAY COMEDY OPEN MIC NIGHT
2024-05-15 19:00 - 23:00 | The Royal, 330 Baker Street Nelson, BC V1L 4H5, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 4H5, Canada
Wed May 15th 7:00pm At The Royal in Nelson
Hosted by lil’ Mikey, its an open mic Comedy night!
To sign up come early or message kootenaycomedy on instagram!

Weekly Tango Mini Lesson & Practice
2024-05-15 19:30 - 21:30, 2024-05-22 19:30 - 21:30 | Christie Lee’s Hall, 807-703 Radio Ave, Nelson, BC, V1L3L3, Canada
Want to learn and practice dancing Argentine Tango?

We host a weekly mini-lesson and practica at Christie Lee’s Hall in Fairview.

The guided portion from 7:30-8:15 has a different host and topic each week (check our Facebook page for host and topic announcements). We have an open practice after the lesson until 9:30pm.

Dancers of all levels are welcome! Material is beginner-friendly.

Tango is an improvised partner dance originating in Argentina and Uruguay; you don’t need a partner to attend tango practices or events and it can be danced by anyone and everyone.

Please bring your dancing shoes and a water bottle.

5$ donation

Where to find us: Christies Lees Hall is on Radio Ave., in lower Fairview. You can access Radio from 4th or 7th Streets. The Hall’s part of the Kiwanis Villa complex. On Radio Ave. look for “701” on the deck post near the sidewalk leading to the front doors. Also, look for the sandwich board near the sidewalk.

Google map link: https://goo.gl/maps/zFraPXNpJ6aBBJtv6
Maps will tell you that it’s “temporarily closed” but don’t believe it!

Small Town Artillery Collective
2024-05-15 19:30 - 22:00 | Vallican Whole Community Centre, 3762 Little Slocan South Road, Vallican, British Columbia, V0G2J0, Canada
THE SMALL TOWN ARTILLERY COLLECTIVE is the moniker under which brothers Tom & Derek van Deursen release and perform their signature style of music.
Their live show is a crackling good time, full of emotional dynamics, trumpet and violin earworms, guitarmonies and feeling. 2024’s touring outfit is 6 strong, featuring Kyle Vaughan (Year Of The Wolf) on Guitar, Safiya Labelle on Violin and Vocal, Jocelyn Waugh on Trumpet, and Sam Schuette on Bass.
This show at Vallican Whole also features an opening set by Salt Spring Island’s Safiya Labelle ????
Get tickets at Rambling Rose Boutique & Thrift in Winlaw, reserve by email to info (at) vallicanwhole (dot) com, or get ’em at the door!

Youth Workshop – Visual Exploration Club – Ages 15-18
2024-05-16 15:30 - 16:30 | VISAC Gallery, 1501 Cedar Avenue, Trail, V1R 2J5
This bi-weekly club has a different theme per session. Participants will explore a variety of materials to gain confidence in their art making, building a sketchbook to reflect their growth as an artist. Themes include: Watercolour, Clay & 3D Art, Repainting Thrifted Art, and Paper Mosaic.
When: Thursdays (bi-weekly) 3:30pm-4:30pm
Duration: Jan 11-May 16, 2024 (No VEC club during Spring Break)
Age: 15 – 18
Class fee: $80 for 9 classes (January – May); or $10 drop-in per youth

Where:

VISAC Gallery – Under the red gallery awning
1501 Cedar Ave, Trail
Lower Level of Selkirk Building

Please email info@visacgallery.com with any questions.

Anything Goes! Collage with Michelle Oakley
2024-05-16 18:00 - 20:00, 2024-05-23 18:00 - 20:00 | Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery, 502 Vernon Street, Nelson, V1L 4E7, Canada
Avante garde? Political? Whimsical? Anything goes in this collage workshop with artist Michelle Oakley, inspired by Judy Wapp’s exhibition VisuAlchemy and hosted by the Nelson Museum.
These workshops are FREE and all materials are supplied. You can attend one or both workshops, but separate pre-registration is required. Please use the links below.
May 16 Signup Form
May 23 Signup Form

THE UNBRANDED w/ GUESTS
2024-05-16 20:00 - 23:30 | The Royal, 330 Baker Street Nelson, BC V1L 4H5, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 4H5, Canada
From honky tonks to dive bars, THE UNBRANDED are an original country band formed in the farm lands of Chilliwack B.C. Influenced by the Bakersfield sound of California and the attitude from the outlaws in Texas. Writing original songs from personal experiences and bringing them to stages and dancefloors everywhere!

SMALL TOWN ARTILLERY W/ GUESTS
2024-05-16 21:00 - 23:30 | The Flying Steamshovel Inn & Gastropub, 2003 2nd Ave, Rossland, BC, V0G1Y0, Canada
Small Town Artillery Collective (STAC) is an original sextet from the Pacific Northwest, with hubs in Vancouver, Saltspring Island, Kaslo, Lillooet and Victoria. They play pretty good and often interesting rock and roll music. Join them Thursday, May 16th in Rossland for a ripping good time.

83rd Annual Creston Valley Blossom Festival 2024
2024-05-17 - 2024-05-20 | various locations, Creston and surrounding valley
Community festival for all ages, free events, parades, midway, entertainment, dances, street fair, cowboy race and more.

Blues Set w/ J. Greg Walter
2024-05-17 17:30 - 20:30, 2024-05-24 17:30 - 20:30 | Torchlight Brewing Co., 125 Hall St, Nelson, BC, V1L 7B4
Come on down to Torchlight Brewing Co. in Nelson, every Friday, for some end of the week week good times and great tunes!

SMALL TOWN ARTILLERY
2024-05-17 20:30 | The Royal, 330 Baker Street Nelson, BC V1L 4H5, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 4H5, Canada
Small Town Artillery is a rock and roll band helmed by brothers Tom and Derek van Deursen. Originally from Kaslo, British Columbia, Tom and Derek have been playing together for over 20 years, with Small Town Artillery as their flagship project for the past 10.
They are a band that is hard to define, but aim to accomplish many things. Hard hitting riffs of guitar and brass, funky grooves, soaring choruses and melodies, and poetic lyrics are some of things that they are most known for.
After a rising 6 years in Vancouver, including headlining festivals, multiple tours, signing to JumpAttack! Records and releasing a full length album and 2 EPs, the band was halted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Small Town Artillery pivoted, and by following restriction guidelines, booked the “Fewer Faces, Open Spaces” tour, one of the only live music tours during the summer of 2020 and 2021 in Canada.
Most recently, during some time taken off of performing the band lost a core member, Carson Webber. He had been their dedicated Bass player for almost 10 years and his death sparked a change in how it felt to play music and what it meant to be a band.
Rallying together as a community, and reaching out to construct a new sound and experience, Small Town Artillery now feels itself a collective, with members both new and old forming the current roster.
The Band’s successes & growth are due to their high-energy live show, quality of original music and video, and strong work ethic to see a childhood dream realized, 20 years in the making.

May Days 2024
2024-05-18 09:00 - 2024-05-21 16:00 | Vimy Park, Kaslo, BC, Canada
A three day long celebration of the return of summer – May Days takes place Saturday, May 18 through to Monday, May 20th in Kaslo, BC. Events happen all over town including music and vendors in Vimy Park, Logger Sports, the Snow n Shine Car Show, Sk8 Jam and more!

Guided Cold War Bunker tours
2024-05-18 11:00 - 12:00 | Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery, 502 Vernon Street, Nelson, V1L 4E7, Canada
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!
From 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.
Email info@nelsonmuseum.ca to register. Adult admission required – children under 18 are always free!

Keepsake Collage with Melissa Owen
2024-05-18 13:00 - 15:00 | Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery, 502 Vernon Street, Nelson, V1L 4E7, Canada
Creator Melissa Owen will guide you through the creation of a keepsake collage to honour a lost friend, family member, or beloved pet. This Nelson Museum program is FREE – collage materials are provided, participants need to bring a photo of their loved one to be photocopied and used in their project.
The workshop on the 25th is a repeat of the 18th, please register for one or the other, but not both.
May 18 Signup Form
May 25 Signup Form

The Smooth Talkers
2024-05-18 19:00 - 21:30 | Harrison Memorial Cultural Centre, 16074 Crawford Creek Rd, Crawford Bay, V0B 1E0
South Kootenay lake art connect presents, The Smooth Talkers at the Harrison Memorial Cultural Centre in Crawford Bay. Come enjoy and evening og Jazzy, swing, funk, rockabilly music.
Tickets online @ artconnect.cc or Crawford Bay market.

Open Mic
2024-05-18 19:00 - 22:00 | Slocan Lake Arts Centre, 408 Lake Avenue, Silverton, BC, V0G 1S0
Hosted by Jeff Bonner, this licensed evening of performances will be a delight and full of surprises! Come to play, or simply to enjoy the local talents.
Event takes place in our Slocan Lake Arts Center: 408 4th Street, Silverton BC
This happens every 3rd Saturday of the month!

THE HEAVY LIGHTERS w/ DANA LEE
2024-05-18 19:30 - 23:30 | The Royal, 330 Baker Street Nelson, BC V1L 4H5, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 4H5, Canada

Newkeys Place presents, Blues in The Afternoon with Sam Hurrie
2024-05-19 16:00 - 19:00 | New Key’s Pub, 16070 BC-3A, Crawford Bay, BC, V0B 1E0, Canada
Newkeys Place in Crawforbay presents, Blues in The Afternoon with Sam Hurrie, Like with friends.
Sundays 4-7

Crafternoon
2024-05-21 15:30 - 16:30 | Nelson Public Library, 602 Stanley St, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 1N4, Canada
Drop in between 3:30 and 4:30 every Tuesday for CRAFTERNOON at the Nelson Public Library.
Crafts, LEGO, Ozobots, DatoDuo, STEAM stations & more! Every week is a bit different.
Activities will be geared towards school aged children aged 5-13.

DAYGLO ABORTIONS W/ HELLBENT + MORE
2024-05-21 21:00 - 23:30 | The Flying Steamshovel Inn & Gastropub, 2003 2nd Ave, Rossland, BC, V0G1Y0, Canada
This spring tour for one of Canada’s most iconic punk bands, Dayglo Abortions, also marks the return of the Cretin to the line up!
Legendary punk trio, Dayglo Abortions, has been one of Victoria, BC Canada’s most dangerous music exports since 1979.
The band (in one configuration or another) has always offered up no-holds barred punk rock over-the-top album cover artwork and images. Led by Murray Acton “The Cretin” (guitar and vocals), they left a mark on the punk underground in the ’80s.
They released classics like ‘Out of the Womb’ (1981), ‘Feed Us a Fetus’ (1986), and ‘Here Today, Guano Tomorrow’ (1987).
In 1988, criminal charges were brought against their label Fringe and distributor the Record Peddler for the 1986 album’s overall offensiveness.
The ’90s releases continued with ‘Two Dogs Fucking – Deux Chiens Fourrent’ (1991), ‘Little Man in the Canoe’ (1995), ‘Corporate Whores’ (1996), ‘Stupid World, Stupid Songs’ (1998), and ‘’Death Race 2000’ (1999).
Around this time The Cretin was joined by current bassist Willy Jak. 21st century releases include ‘Holy Shiite’ (2004) and ‘Live 2011’ (2011), new drummer, “Blind Marc” (who is legally blind), and the latest release ‘Armageddon Survival Guide’ (2016).

Youth Workshop – Visual Exploration Club – Ages 7-10
2024-05-22 15:30 - 16:30 | VISAC Gallery, 1501 Cedar Avenue, Trail, V1R 2J5
This bi-weekly club, facilitated by comic artist Erin Shuttleworth, encourages inquisitiveness and exploration, with a supportive environment and topics to focus activities. Participants will experiment with materials, style and subject matter to develop their confidence and support future artistic growth.
When: Wednesdays (bi-weekly) 3:30pm-4:30pm
Duration: Jan 17-May 22, 2024 (No classes during Spring Break)
Age: 7 – 10
Class fee: $80 for 9 classes (Jan – May); or $10 drop-in per youth
Where:
VISAC Gallery – Under the red gallery awning
1501 Cedar Ave, Trail
Lower Level of Selkirk Building
Please email info@visacgallery.com with any questions.

“Rossland Recollections” with Richie Mann
2024-05-22 18:00 - 19:30 | Rossland Museum & Discovery Centre, 1100 Hwy 3B | Junction of Hwys 3B & 22, Rossland, BC, V0G 1Y0, Canada
Rossland Recollections is back – and so is Rossland legend Richie Mann, ready to regale us with tales of Rossland’s first farms and founding ski hills. Join us here at the Rossland Museum at 6 pm on Wednesday, May 22nd for an evening of stories, photographs, and magnificent memories, courtesy of Richie Mann!

Indigenous Reads Book Club
2024-05-22 19:00 - 20:30 | Nelson Public Library, 602 Stanley St, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 1N4, Canada
Embark on a learning journey with us! We will be reading books exploring the truth of Indigenous history and stories. Come to one or come to all and learn the richness of Indigenous culture. New learners welcome at The Nelson Public Library
MMIWG2S (Murdered, Missing Indigenous Women, Girls, Two Spirit) – Surviving the City by Tasha Spillet – January 24
Residential Schools – Five Little Indians by Michelle Good – February 21
Indigenous History – This Place: 150 Years Retold – March 20
Indigiqueer – Johnny Appleseed by joshua whitehead – April 17
Indigenous Humour – Prairie Chicken Dance Tour by Dawn Dumont – May 22

Legally Blonde: The Musical
2024-05-23 - 2024-05-26 | The Capitol Theatre, 421 Victoria Street, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 5R2, Canada
BLACK PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS
LEGALLY BLONDE: THE MUSICAL
Book by Heather Hach
Music and Lyrics by Laurence O’Keefe and Nell Benjamin
Based on the novel by Amanda Brown and the Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer motion picture
Directed by Darren Fuss
Musical Direction by Malaika Horswill
Choreography by Mackenzie Hope
Set Design by Eric Galbraith
Costume Design by Jackie Routien
Set Decoration by Jessilyn Leckie
Stage Management by Kyla Hurst
“Legally Blonde: The Musical” tells the story of Elle Woods, a fashionable and bubbly sorority girl who decides to follow her ex-boyfriend to Harvard Law School in hopes of winning him back. Despite facing skepticism and judgment from her peers, Elle discovers her own strength and determination as she tackles the challenges of law school and proves that she is more than just a pretty face. Along the way, she finds new friends, including the loyal Emmett and the quirky Paulette, and discovers her passion for law while defending a fellow Delta Nu sister in a high-profile case. With catchy songs, hilarious moments, and a message of empowerment, “Legally Blonde: The Musical” is a fun and heartwarming journey about staying true to oneself and defying expectations. Join Black Productions as we bring this beloved story to life on stage in Nelson, BC, celebrating friendship, love, and the power of believing in yourself.
**Content Warning: Sexual Content, Mild Language and Stereotyping**
Starring:
Ali Paul
Angela Lacroix
Ashley Betschel
Brent Geisler
Carly Naka
Darren Fuss
Denis Senecal
Eliza Hicks
Gillian Wiley
Greg Marrast
Jaimie MacGibbon
Jodie Edmunds
Kozmo Sammartino
Lev Sonego
Luz Ramos-Swanston
Mackenzie Hope
Maddy Setzer
Malaika Horswill
Marleah Lander
Nicole Courson
Noa Dagan
Quinn Barron
Rebecca Maybank
Rhythm Storm
Robyn Lamb
Scott Thorp
Sydney Black
Vaughn Preninger
Legally Blonde The Musical is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI.
www.mtishows.com

Youth Workshop – Visual Exploration Club – Ages 11-14
2024-05-23 15:30 - 16:30 | VISAC Gallery, 1501 Cedar Avenue, Trail, V1R 2J5
This bi-weekly club has a different theme per session. Participants will explore a variety of materials to gain confidence in their art making, building a sketchbook to reflect their growth as an artist. Themes include: Watercolour, Clay & 3D Art, Repainting Thrifted Art, and Paper Mosaic.
When: Thursdays (bi-weekly) 3:30pm-4:30pm
Duration: Jan 18-May 23, 2024 (Note that there will be no VEC club during Spring Break)
Age: 11 – 14
Class fee: $80 for 9 classes (January – May); or $10 drop-in per youth

Where:

VISAC Gallery – Under the red gallery awning
1501 Cedar Ave, Trail
Lower Level of Selkirk Building

Please email info@visacgallery.com with any questions.

AVERSIONS, POOL FIGHT, BITTER//WASHED
2024-05-23 20:00 - 23:30 | The Royal, 330 Baker Street Nelson, BC V1L 4H5, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 4H5, Canada

Kootenay Dance Academy: Disney: 100 Years of Magic
2024-05-24 - 2024-05-25 | Key City Theatre, 20 14th Avenue North, Cranbrook, BC, V1C 6H4, Canada
Step into a world of magic and wonder with Kootenay Dance Academy’s enchanting production: Disney: 100 Years of Magic!
Join Kootenay Dance Academy on Friday, May 24th, at 7:00 PM for a spectacular journey through Disney’s iconic tales and timeless melodies.
Tickets:

Regular: $28
Senior & Youth (13-17): $23
Child under 12: $18

About the Show: Experience the magic of Disney like never before as Kootenay Dance Academy presents their 33rd Annual Production Revue. From beloved classics to modern favorites, immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Disney with captivating performances that will leave you spellbound.
Don’t miss this unforgettable celebration of “Disney: 100 Years of Magic!” Get your tickets now and be part of the magic!
For more information and to purchase tickets, visit the Key City website.
