West Kootenay Regional Arts Council

Newkeys Place presents, Blues in The Afternoon with Sam Hurrie
2025-11-16 16:00 - 19:00, 2025-11-23 16:00 - 19:00, 2025-11-30 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

eARTh Community Clay Studios 2025 Bowl Workshop
2025-11-18 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Vancouver) | eARTh Community Clay Studios, 1116 Latimer St, Nelson, BC, V1L 4W4, Canada
Have you wanted to try pottery but can’t commit to a 6-week class? Then our throw-a-bowl workshop is perfect for you. Learn everything you need to know about how to throw your very own bowl in a class.
This workshop will teach you all the skills to throw a bowl. The class is 2 hours long. Diane will then trim, fire and glaze your bowl. You can pick up your finished bowl a few weeks later.
Course Fees
$75 + taxes. Materials included.
Instructors
Diane Walters
Day and Time
1 Session (2 hours)
November 18, 2pm – 4pm

Sketch on Your Clothes with Embroidery
2025-11-19 18:30 - 20:30 (America/Edmonton) | HWY 6 Studios, 3513 BC-6 unit 1, Nelson, BC V1L 6Z3
Bored of your clothes or want to learn embroidery? Come to this workshop in an informal setting and learn to sketch on your clothes with needle and thread whilst meeting the community. Just bring something along to embroider and pre prepare a small design. All other materials provided. Suitable for all abilities.

Weekly Tango Mini Lesson & Practice
2025-11-19 19:30 - 21:30, 2025-11-26 19:30 - 21:30 (America/Vancouver) | 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!

Summer Lovin’ FREE Thursdays
2025-11-20 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.

Downtown Trail Ladies Night
2025-11-20 16:00 - 20:00 (America/Edmonton) | Trail, BC, Trail, BC
Thursday November 20th. It will be a day to remember! There are lots of downtown businesses participating and all will have specials, snacks and surprises.

I am including the ad that is going out in the Trail Times soon. Everyone who comes to this event will be entered into a draw to win the grand prize valued at$1000. We have an amazing artist prize draw in our store worth over $300. All the artists from our new Artisan Marketplace are contributing along with a special package from us! There will be other surprises too!

Please feel free to contact me with any questions about the event.

Looking forward to seeing you there!
Melissa

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Melissa Woodward
Woodland Hillside

www.woodlandhillside.ca
Facebook Woodland Hillside
melissa@woodlandhillside.ca
Phone 250-512-0576

WISHBONE THEATRE'S production of HALLOWED BE THY
2025-11-20 19:00 - 2025-11-21 21:30 (America/Edmonton) | Valemount Community Theatre, Valemount
Wishbone Theatre is excited to present – HALLOWED BE THY – A play by Valemount artist Miwa Hiroe will premiere in Valemount November 20th & 21st at Valemount Community Theatre. Original music by Half/Asian & Amy the Coda.

Saturday Bunker tours
2025-11-22 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-11-29 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)

2026 Collage Calendar Making @ Nelson Museum and Archives
2025-11-22 13:00 - 15:00 (America/Edmonton) | Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery, 502 Vernon Street, Nelson, V1L 4E7, Canada
Join Nelson Museum’s Stephanie Myers, our Program Coordinator, and make your own 2026 Calendar using our amazing stock of collage and crafting materials. They make a great gift or keepsake.
This is a two-part workshop.
All materials supplied.
Saturday, Nov 22nd & 29th from 1 – 3pm
$10 for members $15 for non-members

BYO Sewing Machine @ HWY 6 Studios 🧵
2025-11-26 18:30 - 20:30 (America/Edmonton) | HWY 6 Studios, 3513 BC-6 unit 1, Nelson, BC V1L 6Z3
Bring your own sewing machine and get to know it! Learn how to set it up, basic stitches and construction making a tote bag.
🧵 New Workshop: BYO Sewing Machine @ HWY 6 Studios 🧵
Curious about sewing but not sure where to start? Join us at HWY 6 Studios for our new BYO Sewing Machine workshop — a beginner-friendly session designed to help you get comfortable using your own machine!
Together, we’ll go through the basics and create a simple, stylish tote bag to take home. You’ll gain confidence, meet other creative folks, and enjoy a relaxed afternoon with a cup of tea (on us!).
What to Bring:
Your own sewing machine (or borrow one – reach out early to reserve my spare!)
Scissors
Thread
Bobbins
Pins
Precut fabric and tea are provided. 🌿
Spaces are limited, so grab your spot now and let’s get stitching!

Clash of the Canvas
2025-11-27 19:00 - 23:00 (America/Edmonton) | Jailhouse Studios, RVAC – 320 Wilson St, Revelstoke, BC
🎨 CLASH OF THE CANVAS! 🎨
Five artists. Two rounds. One champion.
Watch creativity collide in a live art battle like no other!
🎶 Music by DJ Naga @val_esnaga
🎟️ Raffles + 50/50
✨ Prize for Best Dressed: Monochromatic You
🗓️ November 27 | 7–11 PM
📍 Jailhouse Studios, RVAC – 320 Wilson St
💵 $20 advance | $25 at the door
Art. Music. Energy. Chaos. One winner.
Be there when the paint hits the canvas. 💥
BUY TICKETS ONLINE HERE – https://revelstokeartgallery.ca/education/

RLOP Presents: Into The Woods
2025-11-28 18:30 - 21:30, 2025-11-29 14:00 - 17:00, 2025-11-30 14:00 - 17:00 (America/Edmonton) | Charles Bailey Theatre, 1501 Cedar Ave, Trail, British Columbia, V1R 4C7, Canada
The Rossland Light Opera Players are proud to present their 2025 Mainstage Production of Into the Woods!
Escape into a fantastical fairytale adventure where wishes come true, not free.
Into the Woods is a witty and whimsical musical that combines the plots of familiar fairy tales like Jack and the Beanstalk, Cinderella, Little Red Riding Hood, Rapunzel, and more.
The story pulls from the darker elements of the original folk and fairy tales, combining the darkness with comedy to create this delightfully macabre story that explores the consequences of its characters’ wishes.
Watch our characters’ paths intertwine as they chase their deepest desires through an enchanted forest!
At the Charles Bailey Theatre
November 28th 6:30pm, November 29th 2pm & 6:30pm, November 30th 2pm
Sponsored by Teck Trail Operations

1910: The Uncovering Revelstoke Premiere
2025-11-29 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Edmonton) | Revelstoke Performing Arts Centre, 1007 Vernon Ave, Revelstoke
1910: The Uncovering
Soon after its World Premiere at the Vancouver International Mountain Film Festival on November 12, Revelstoke will get to see the new, stunning documentary 1910 – The Uncovering. Principal photography for the 27-minute Film took place in July and December of 2024, showcasing key local locations: Revelstoke Railway Museum, Parks Canada, Rogers Pass, and Revelstoke Museum & Archives. In addition to surprising Vancouver connections, the film includes insightful interviews with local experts Tomo Fujimura, Cathy English, John Woods, Sylvain Hebert, Doug Meyer, Ed Palasz, Karen Matthews, and a cameo appearance by Taiki Fujimura. It also includes the skilled camera work of Revelstoke residents Tom Poole and Francois Desrosiers.
Using new information and graphic techniques, this Film describes the tragic avalanche that occurred at the Rogers Pass summit in March of 1910. It remains Canada’s deadliest, with 58 railway workers losing their lives. This documentary project also delves into the lives of two unlikely friends today, a downtown Vancouver businessman and a Japanese-born ski guide, brought together by their unique connections to the story and shared passion for researching the mysteries and injustices of this event. During production, the team was surprised by a 1910 victim’s great-grandson’s first-ever visit to the sites, from Tokyo.
Tickets are just $10, with all proceeds going to The Revelstoke Railway Museum and Revelstoke Museum & Archives. Many of the Film participants will be present to discuss with the audience afterwards. Arts Revelstoke – Revelstoke Performing Arts Centre, November 29th, 7 pm doors. 7:30 film.
Tickets: https://share.google/vXnLDvyzIjmdWVQQA
Trailer: https://vimeo.com/1059360514/202da13e7a?fl=pl&fe=vl
VIMFF: https://vimff.org/film/1910-the-uncovering/

Film & Market Night for Palestine at Nelson United Church
2025-12-05 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Vancouver) | Nelson United Church, 602 Silica Street, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 4N1, Canada
✨ MOVIE AND MARKET NIGHT FOR PALESTINE✨
Date: December 5th
Market @ 6pm
Film @ 7pm
Location: Nelson United Church
Sliding scale, suggested donation of $20
Come gather in community and join us for our Makers Market and Film Screening. Market will feature goods from local artists, makers, and creatives, plus other donated goods.
Following the market we will be screening ‘Gaza: Doctors Under Attack’.
As this is a co-sponsored event by Nelson4Palestine and UCPIP, all ticket sales with be split between this organization and N4P donees. All market proceeds will be directly divided between N4P donees; our sponsorship of orphans in Gaza through Islamic Relief Canada, and Autonomous Sinixt.
http://galabid.com/gazadoctorsattacked

Basics of Animal Illustration: Ages 11-14
2025-12-06 09:30 - 12:30 (America/Vancouver) | West Kootenay Community Animal Centre, 124 Heritage Way, Castlegar BC
Get creative with the BC SPCA!
Participants will learn the basics of drawing from real life, taking inspiration from shelter animals and BC SPCA alumni. Through this interactive workshop, they will learn about the SPCA as an organization, the basics of animal body language, and contribute to the community by highlighting adoptable animals. Facilitated by Erin Shuttleworth, a professional artist and humane educator. Participants can also bring portfolio pieces for feedback.
Date and time: December 6, 2025 from 9:30am-12:30pm
Location: West Kootenay Community Animal Centre, 124 Heritage Way, Castlegar BC
Ages: 11-14
Price: $37.50
Note: while participants will have the opportunity to view shelter animals, they may not be able to interact directly with them.

Kimberley Clay Collective's Winter Pottery Sale
2025-12-06 12:00 - 16:00 (America/Edmonton) | Art Gallery Kimberley at “The Laundromat”, 167 Deer Park Avenue, Kimberley
The Kimberley Clay Collective will be having their Winter Pottery Sale at the gallery on Saturday, December 6, 2025 between noon and 4 pm to raise funds for the pottery studio at Centre 64.
They’ve been busy making fabulous Christmas ornaments as well as other ceramic wares. Don’t miss this chance to scoop up a little gem for a great price and support a wonderful cause at the same time!

In Recent Memory - new work from recent travels.
2025-12-06 12:00 - 18:00 (America/Vancouver) | The Langham, 447 A Avenue, Kaslo, BC, V0G 1M0, Canada
One day exhibit and sale of new pastel landscapes from travels over the last year by artist Deb Borsos of Argenta.
These images were all inspired by travels around the region, the province and the world in 2025.
Originals (framed) and prints (framed and unframed) will be available from noon to 6pm only on Saturday Dec 6 at the Langham Cultural Centre, community gallery.
Come by for a look, a chat, stories that inspired the artwork or a glass of warm spiced apple juice to keep you warm before you head out to watch Kaslo Light Up following a visit to this show.
Pieces of local artwork make excellent Christmas gifts!

Meet & Greet With Jewellery Designer Darcy Wanuk
2025-12-06 13:00 - 16:00 (America/Edmonton) | Art Gallery Kimberley at “The Laundromat”, 167 Deer Park Avenue, Kimberley
Please join us on Saturday, December 6 between 1 and 4 pm for a meet & greet social with local jewellery designer Darcy Wanuk (Distinctly Silver).
If you like Darcy’s jewellery and/or you are into jewellery-making, you don’t want to miss Darcy’s short silver smithing demonstration!
Light refreshments will be served.

WATERCOLOUR HOLIDAY CARD WORKSHOP
2025-12-06 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Edmonton) | Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre, 320 Wilson Street, Revelstoke, V0E 2S0
WATERCOLOUR HOLIDAY CARD WORKSHOP
Hosted by Emily DeLalonde
Looking to add a personal touch to your holiday gifting this year? Join us for our Holiday Card watercolour workshop, where you’ll learn watercolour techniques in a fun, supportive environment! In this workshop, you’ll create two unique holiday-themed cards on high-quality watercolour cardstock, envelopes included!—perfect for gifting something made with love.
Saturday, December 6th
6pm – 8pm
$45 – All Materials Provided
RVAC Kitchen Studio, 320 Wilson st.
Everyone is Welcome

RING WORKSHOP
2025-12-07 09:00 - 16:00 (America/Edmonton) | Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre, 320 Wilson Street, Revelstoke, V0E 2S0
RING WORKSHOP
Hosted by Dana Colghesy
Spend the day at the Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre learning the art of silver jewelry making. In this workshop, you’ll design, texture, and shape your own custom ring, then finish it to a smooth polish. By the end of the class, you’ll walk away with a one-of-a-kind piece of jewelry that you made yourself.
Sunday, December 7
9am – 4pm
$190 – All Materials Provided
RVAC Jailcell Studio, 320 Wilson st.
No experience necessary
This class focuses on pure silver

ARTIST SOCIAL @ LUFT CAFE & BAR
2025-12-09 18:30 - 20:30 (America/Edmonton) | Luft Café and Bar, VRGE Hotel 1500 1 St W, Revelstoke, BC
ARTIST SOCIALS | LUFT CAFE & BAR
Hosted by RVAC in Collaboration with theVRGE Hotel
Join us for Artist Socials ! These laid-back, no-pressure events are the perfect opportunity to connect with other creatives in the community, share ideas, and socialize. There’s no set agenda—just good vibes and great conversation. You don’t need to be a member of the Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre to attend, so grab a friend or come ready to meet new ones.
Tuesday, December 9, 6:30 – 8:30pm
Lüft Café & Bar – VRGE Hotel 1500 1 St W, Revelstoke, BC
Ask the server to point you to the right group
All welcome, always
No bookings required

Second Winds Community Band Holiday Concert in Invermere
2025-12-10 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Edmonton) | Columbia Valley Centre, 646 4 Street, Invermere, BC, V0A 1K0
Second Winds Community Band is performing live at the Columbia Valley Centre on December 10th! Doors: 6 pm, show @ 7 pm.
FREE entry with donations to The Christmas Bureau of the Columbia Valley & Columbia Valley Food Bank will be gratefully accepted. Cash concession run by Bright New Minds Childcare Society.
Presented by the District of Invermere. Enjoy an evening of festive music while supporting wonderful local causes. See you there!

Trail Rotary Club Christmas Carol Concert
2025-12-10 18:30 - 21:00 (America/Vancouver) | Charles Bailey Theatre, 1501 Cedar Ave, Trail, British Columbia, V1R 4C7, Canada
Trail Rotary Clubs Annual Christmas Carol Concert is back December 10th at the Charles Bailey Theatre
Doors at 6:30, show starts at 7:00
Entry is by donation and all proceeds go to the Trail Salvation Army Christmas Food Hamper

The Twin Rivers Community Choir presents: Winter Connections
2025-12-12 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Edmonton) | New Life Church, 602 7 St, Castlegar, BC, V1N 3J6, Canada
Come join us as we deliver an enjoyable seasonal experience!
Adults $20 / Students $10
Dec 12 & Dec 13, 7PM til 9 PM PST.
New Life Church, Castlegar.
TICKETS: https://www.twinriverschoir.com/events
Contact Information;
250-364-8346
trcchoir@gmail.com
