DANCE CLASSES FOR KIDS & YOUTH
2025-09-09 - 2025-09-11
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.
Fall Schedule (Starting the week of Sept 8th):
Tuesdays
🪩 Latin Fusion (11+ yrs) – 5:30–6:30 PM
Thursdays
👶 Little Movers (3–6 yrs) – 3:00–3:45 PM
💃 Latin Fusion (8–10 yrs) – 3:45–4:45 PM
All classes finish with a final show, dancers are invited to take part in a final show—participation is optional but always lots of fun!
Here’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!

West Kootenay Métis Society Monthly Community Gathering
2025-09-09 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Vancouver) | Taghum Hall, 5915 Taghum Hall Rd, Nelson, V1L 6Y4
2nd Tuesday of the month
WKMS Monthly Community Gathering featuring fabulous food.
West Kootenay Métis hosts a regular gathering the 2nd Tuesday of every month!
Held at Taghum Hall near beautiful downtown Taghum from 6-8pm
Traditional foods, games, activities, as well as, great company.
Bring your family, stories and to go containers-because its traditional to send you home with food!

Wednesday Bunker Tours
2025-09-10 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-09-17 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-09-24 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Vancouver) | 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.

Wednesday Bunker tours run seasonally from June to September. Saturday Bunker tours are offered year-round. Click on the link to register. Adult admission required – children under 19 are always free!

KOOTENAY COMEDY OPEN MIC
2025-09-10 20:30 - 23:00 (America/Vancouver) | The Royal, 330 Baker Street Nelson, BC V1L 4H5, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 4H5, Canada
With your host Cry Bebe Mikey! $5 at the door! 19+

Open Mic Comedy with some of the Kootenays finest and some others!
message @kootenaycomedy on instagram to sign up!

September Exhibition Opening
2025-09-11 15:00 - 20:00 (America/Vancouver) | 320 Wilson St., Revelstoke
Celebrate the launch of our newest exhibition at RVAC with an unforgettable evening of art, music, and community!
🎨 Artists & Exhibitions:
Clement Yeh – Movement in Time and Space
Julie McIntyre – Ghost Stories
Pepe Hidalgo – Cycle of Life
Interactive Exhibit
📍 RVAC, 320 Wilson St
🕰 Thursday, September 11
🕛 Quiet Viewing: 3–5 PM
🕛 Bar & Live Music: 5–8 PM
🎟 $5 Entry | Free for Members
🍷 All Drinks $5 | Cash & Card Accepted
👗 Semi-formal Attire Encouraged — dress to impress!
✨ Don’t miss your chance to experience these extraordinary works up close, mingle with the artists, and enjoy live music in a vibrant gallery setting.

Summer Lovin’ FREE Thursdays
2025-09-11 16:00 - 20:00, 2025-09-18 16:00 - 20:00, 2025-09-25 16:00 - 20:00 (America/Vancouver) | Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery, 502 Vernon Street, Nelson, V1L 4E7, Canada
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.

Saturday Bunker tours
2025-09-13 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-09-20 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-09-27 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Vancouver) | 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.

Click on the link to register. Adult admission required – children under 19 are always free! (https://form-can.keela.co/bunker-tours)

BIG RIVER Speaker Tour
2025-09-13 14:00 - 15:00 (America/Vancouver) | The Griff at The Bailey Theatre, 1501 Cedar Ave., Trail
Join acclaimed author Eileen Delehanty Pearkes for transboundary conversations about healing the Columbia River. Pearkes and fellow speakers, Shelly Boyd (Sinixt Confederacy Coordinator) and Cindy Marchand (Chair of the Colville Confederated Tribes Fish & Wildlife Committee) will offer hopes for salmon and the future of the Columbia River.
Tickets are $15.00 and can be purchased at the Trail Museum & Archives in the Trail Riverfront Centre (1505 Bay Avenue, Trail) or by phone with credit card.

Eco-Dyeing and Printing at Cranbrook Arts
2025-09-13 14:00 - 17:00 (America/Edmonton) | Cranbrook Arts, 1401 5th St N, Cranbrook, BC
Join artist Karen Deibert for an introductory workshop on eco-dyeing and printing. In this hands-on class, participants will learn the fundamentals of natural dyeing and create a one-of-a-kind 14” x 72” silk scarf using iron or copper-based mordants. The process explores plant-based techniques that produce beautiful and unpredictable designs rooted in nature.
The workshop includes instruction on terminology, technique, and design experimentation. All materials are provided. A follow-up drop-in session on September 14 offers the opportunity to view final scarf results and discuss the process further.

Note: Seating is limited. This is a creative, beginner-friendly class — no prior experience required.

2025 Smokiepalooza Music Festival
2025-09-13 16:00 - 22:00 (America/Vancouver) | Butler Park, 1800 Thom St., Trail, V1r 4t8
SMOKIEPALOOZA 2025 — This is the event you don’t want to miss!
Three bands. One epic night.
The Smokiepalooza outdoor music festival returns Saturday, September 13, at Trail’s iconic Jason Bay Field at Butler Park! Sponsored by the incredible corporate partner, Power Paving.
Tickets are ONLY $25 (+ $2 ticket fee)
Trail Smoke Eaters Season Ticket Holders get 10% OFF!
Kids 15 & under get in FREE, thanks to the Murphy Family Foundation!
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WHAT TO EXPECT
A powerhouse lineup:
Midnight Rider (4:30–5:45 PM)
A hard-hitting blues rock band from Trail, BC, known for gritty Texas-style guitar riffs, soulful vocals, and a rhythm section that grooves with purpose. Blending classic blues and rock with a modern edge, keeping the spirit of rock ‘n’ roll alive and kicking.
Captain Jean-Luc Picard (6:15–7:30 PM)
Buckle up for a sonic voyage with Captain Jean-Luc Picard — a band that boldly goes where great music lives! From classic rock anthems to modern bangers, from laid-back grooves to high-energy jams, they cover the best from every era and genre and they’ve got your soundtrack. Engage!
Headliner: BC/DC (8:00–9:45 PM)
Get ready for a high-voltage rock show as BC/DC brings their explosive energy to the Smokiepalooza stage! There are tribute bands, and then there’s BC/DC. Born of bush party ashes in the summer of 1999, they’ve played over 1200 unexpected gigs, redefining what a tribute band can be — from biker bashes in Ymir to stadiums and arenas across North America and now, Smokiepalooza! This AC/DC tribute band isn’t just a tribute — they’re an experience. From Back in Black to Hells Bells, they’ll have Butler Park electrified! Their over-the-top live show has become a legendary “rite-of-passage” for fans — Remember the first time you believed in rock n’ roll? Welcome back. BCDC
Food vendors
Beer garden
Kids Zone
All-ages fun for the whole family!
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Get your tickets now: tickets.trailsmokeeaters.com
Bring the family. Bring your friends. Bring your love for rock.
This is the show you don’t want to miss.
Smokiepalooza 2025: Let’s rock Trail.

Newkeys Place presents, Blues in The Afternoon with Sam Hurrie
2025-09-14 16:00 - 19:00, 2025-09-21 16:00 - 19:00 (America/Vancouver) | 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

CLAY BEAD WORKSHOP
2025-09-16 16:00 - 17:30 (America/Vancouver) | Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre, 320 Wilson Street, Revelstoke, V0E 2S0
CLAY BEAD WORKSHOP
Hosted by Jenna Aldus
Looking for a creative after-school activity? Kids ages 6–10 are invited to join us for a two-part pottery workshop at the Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre! Students will first learn to handbuild their own clay beads, then return the following week to paint and decorate their creations.
September 16 | 4:00 – 5:30 pm (Handbuilding)
September 23rd | 4:00 – 5:30 pm (Painting)
Ages 6 – 10
$40 per person, All Materials provided
RVAC Kitchen Studio, 320 Wilson st

TECHNICOLOUR POTTERY
2025-09-18 17:00 - 21:00 (America/Vancouver) | 320 Wilson St., Revelstoke
TECHNICOLOUR POTTERY
Hosted by The Creative Traveller
Looking to bring bold colour and intricate pattern into your ceramics practice?
This hands-on workshop is designed for intermediate and advanced potters with previous handbuilding experience who are ready to deepen their skills and explore new creative territory.
What You’ll Learn:
An introduction to ceramic stains
Working with 3 base colours to create your own inlaid slab
Building a one-of-a-kind patterned mug from your slab
Techniques inspired by Nerikomi — a Japanese method of layering coloured clay
This class focuses on slab work, surface design, and colour play — perfect for artists wanting to push beyond basics and experiment with dynamic new techniques.
Thursday, September 18
5:00pm – 9:00pm
$200 – All Materials Provided
Intermediate & Advanced Handbuilding
RVAC Pottery Studio, 320 Wilson Street

Botanical Printing on cloth w/Tracy Fillion
2025-09-20 13:00 - 15:00 (America/Vancouver) | Oxygen Art Centre, 320 Vernon St Unit-3, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 4E4, Canada
Learn the fundamentals of botanical printing on fabric. In this hands-on workshop, we will explore how to identify suitable fibres for plant dyeing and how to properly prepare cloth for plant dyeing and eco printing.
We will also discuss dye plants, ethical harvesting practices, and working in harmony with seasonal and local materials.
Using locally grown flowers, each participant will have the opportunity to design and create their own botanically printed cotton bandana to take home.
free to attend
registration required
all materials provided
[max. 20 students per workshop]

REGISTER: https://oxygenartcentre.org/seed-bombs-event-1-w-tracy-fillion/

4th annual Jazz Night with Brass Roots
2025-09-20 20:00 - 22:00 (America/Edmonton) | 64 Deer Park Ave, 64 Deer Park Ave, Kimberley, BC, V1A 2J2
It’s that time of year again—Centre 64 is presenting the Kaleidoscope Festival with three days of workshops and fabulous music. One of the festival’s most popular traditions has been Jazz Night, which for the past three years has featured local jazz favourites Take Four, led by Randy Marchi.
This year, Brass Roots takes over hosting duties, bringing their own high-energy style, big-band sound, and Latin flair to the stage.
Known for their dynamic performances and sold-out shows, Brass Roots has delighted audiences with themed concerts such as Jazz in Cinema and Roots of Jazz. This year’s event will be a “gala mix”—a celebration of highlights from past shows, along with a sneak peek at their upcoming Sangria Dance Party on November 15 at the Stemwinder Bar & Grill.
Adding to the excitement, the evening will feature surprise guest performers and showcase some of the hidden talents within Brass Roots’ own lineup.
Tickets are already selling quickly, and another sold-out performance is expected. Get yours now at the Centre 64 website: centre64.com.
If you missed the last couple of shows, now’s the perfect time to catch up—don’t miss this year’s Kaleidoscope Jazz Night with Brass Roots! 🎶
📅 Date: Saturday, September 20
🕗 Time: 8:00 PM
📍 Venue: Centre 64 Theatre Room

Railway Day
2025-09-21 10:00 - 16:00 (America/Vancouver) | 719 Track St W, 719 Track St W, Revelstoke, BC
Join us for Railway Day, our annual celebration dedicated to honoring Revelstoke’s rich railway heritage! This family-friendly event brings together the whole community for a day filled with fun, learning, and connection. Explore engaging activities hosted by local community groups, enjoy interactive exhibits, and celebrate the history that helped shape our town.
Bring your family and friends to experience a memorable day steeped in the legacy of the rails!
Stations:
Rolling Stock Open
Model Railway Running
Steam Cab Open
Kids Custom Postcards
Games with the Grizzlies
Face Painting with the Grizzlies
Scavenger Hunt
Sidewalk Chalk
Colouring Pages
SD 40 No 5500 Booth
Bouncy House
Community Participants:
Chamber of Commerce/Visitor Centre
Bear Aware
Operation Lifesaver
Roller Derby
CPKC Police
Adaptive Sports
Revy Stoke Squad (Tourism Revelstoke)
ORL Library
Grizzlies
Rotary Club Revelstoke
Performances:
Community Band (10:30-12)
Food Trucks:
Italiano Pasta Co
Crepe It!

Rebalance with the Black, Black Earth
2025-09-21 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Vancouver) | Nelson Seniors Centre, 717 Vernon Street, Nelson
Nelson Storytelling Guild presents storyteller Gail Nyoka with tales of balance from Ghana.
By donation $20, sliding scale

Beading Space with West Kootenay Metis Society
2025-09-25 17:30 - 19:30 (America/Vancouver) | Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery, 502 Vernon Street, Nelson, V1L 4E7, Canada
4th Thursday and Saturday
Beading Space
FNMI relatives are invited to join us the 4th Thursday and Saturday of the month
NMAG at 502 Vernon
Summer hours –
Thursday July 24 5:30- 7:30pm
Saturday July 26 2-4pm
Theme- Blueberry pin kits

Thursday August 28 5:30- 7:30pm
Saturday August 30 2-4pm
Theme -Orange Shirt pins
Cost is free. Supplies included. Light snack provided. Beginner kits available. Intermediate and advanced welcome to bring own project.
Beginner kits are:
a simple leather thimble.
Basic and based on the theme of the month

Heartberries ‘ode mina’ (strawberry)

POETRY IN THE GALLERY | FREE
2025-09-25 18:30 - 20:00 (America/Vancouver) | 320 Wilson St., Revelstoke
POETRY IN THE GALLERY | FREE
Hosted by Emma Beck
Come spend a free evening surrounded by poetry, creativity, and community! Whether you’d like to read your own work, share a favourite poem, or just sit back and enjoy, everyone is invited. Bring a warm drink, settle into the cozy gallery space, and let yourself be inspired. This is a relaxed, judgment-free event where all voices are welcome—especially beginners!
Thursday, September 25
6:30pm – 8:00pm
Septembers Theme: “Tolerance”
RVAC Main Gallery, 320 Wilson st.
All forms of poetry welcome
No bookings required!
For our younger poets: All ages are encouraged to join these poetry nights, however please note that the last 45 minuets of this session will be reserved for adult content. Starting at 7:15pm some material may not be suitable for younger audiences.

Mural Workshop | Adults
2025-09-26 - 2025-09-28 | 320 Wilson St., Revelstoke
Mural Workshop | Adults
Hosted by Antonia Otoya
Learn how to transform your artwork into larger-than-life murals in this immersive three-day workshop. Antonia Otoya will guide you through a perfect balance of hands-on learning and theory, providing you with the essential foundations of mural painting. This workshop is designed for beginners and artists who want to expand their skills and delve into the world of mural painting. Please note that this class focuses on hand painting with acrylic paint, rather than spray paint.
September 26, 27, & 28
$180 – All materials provided
Adults
RVAC Kitchen Studio & Offsite Location
For beginner and intermediate artists
Artists will be painting a collaborative mural
Pending Public Art Committee Approval
TIMELINE:
Friday Evening: Learn the theory, partner up, start finalising your design.
Saturday (Full day): Translate your design onto the building, mix colours, paint!
Sunday (Full day): Continue painting your mural

Unusual Angles" 2026 Open Adjudicated Art Exhibit
2025-09-26 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Edmonton) | 167 Deer Park Avenue, Kimberley, BC, V1A 2J5, 167 Deer Park Avenue, Kimberley, V1A 2J5
Coming up in February 2026: Open Adjudicated Art Exhibit celebrating visual art and The Kootenays | “Unusual Angles” | February 5 – March 1, 2026
With this year’s theme “Unusual Angles” we are looking to celebrate The Kootenays from unique perspectives.
Anyone can enter up to 3 artworks in any medium. Deadline for entry and artworks: Sunday, January 25, 2026.
What’s in it for YOU?
1. The awesome experience of being part of this celebration of visual art & The Kootenays with other artists and art collectors.
2. A guaranteed spot for your artwork(s) in the online gallery for a month.
3. A guaranteed spot for your artwork(s) in the web shop for a month.
4. Exposure on our website, in our newsletter, on social media, in local news outlets, at the opening reception, and in the art gallery for a month.
5. A chance at winning the $100 (minimum) Inspiration Award (selected by draw from all artworks that didn’t make the shortlist).
6. A chance at having your artwork(s) selected to be showcased at Art Gallery Kimberley in a high traffic location in Kimberley’s Platzl for a month.
7. A chance at having your artwork(s) short-listed for the Kootenay Art Prize.
8. A chance at winning the $500 (minimum) Kootenay Art Prize (selected by draw from shortlist).
9. Added value to your CV.
10. An invitation to celebrate with fellow artists, family, and friends at the opening reception.
Number of artworks selected to be showcased in the art gallery: 20-25 depending on dimensions | Minimum number of entries: 20 | Number of artworks to be shortlisted: 10 | Kootenay Art Prize min. $500, Inspiration Award min. $100.

Zine Making 101
2025-09-26 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Edmonton) | Castlegar Library, 1005 3 St, Castlegar, BC
Join us for a hands-on workshop diving into the world of zines!
Whether you’re new to zine making or have some experience, this session offers a perfect space to learn, create, and connect with other enthusiasts.
You’ll get a chance to brainstorm zine topics with a fun free-writing exercise, and then you’ll have dedicated time and materials to create your very own zine.

"Natural Geometry" Reception, Artist Talk & Interactive Demo by Michael Hepher
2025-09-26 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Edmonton) | 167 Deer Park Avenue, Kimberley, BC, V1A 2J5, 167 Deer Park Avenue, Kimberley, V1A 2J5
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.
Please 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.
