West Kootenay Regional Arts Council

SELKIRK COLLEGE MUSIC PRESENTS: ROYAL BASH!
2024-12-12 20:30 - 23:30, 2024-12-13 20:30 - 23:30 (America/Vancouver) | The Royal, 330 Baker Street Nelson, BC V1L 4H5, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 4H5, Canada
Two different nights! Two different shows! All proceeds go towards student scholorships!

Thursdays showcase features songwriters, odd alternative, police and hard rock acts!
Fridays shocase features Jazz, Country, Beatles and ensemble acts!

All proceeds go towards student scholarships!

Selkirk Weavers & Spinners Studio and Giftshop
2024-12-13 10:00 - 16:00, 2024-12-14 10:00 - 16:00 (America/Vancouver) | Doukhobor Discovery Centre, 112 Heritage Way, Castlegar, BC, V1N 4M5, Canada
Visit the Selkirk Weavers & Spinners Guild Studio and Gift Shop located at the Doukhobor Discovery Centre, Heritage Way in Castlegar this summer. Meet our members, shop a selection of handcrafted items in our giftshop and enjoy live demonstrations. Thinking to join? Find us on Facebook and Instagram @selkirkweaversspinners. Saturdays only in June. Wed-Sat July through Sept.

No6 Holiday Pop-Up
2024-12-13 16:00 - 19:00 (America/Vancouver) | No6 Coffee Co., 511 Front St, Nelson, BC, V1L 4B4, Canada
Enjoy the excitement of this year’s Christmas POP-UP event with locally handmade goods, pottery, treats, jewellery, and coffee!

KSA Winter Show and Sale
2024-12-13 16:00 - 20:00, 2024-12-14 10:30 - 15:00 (America/Vancouver) | KSA – Selkirk College, 606 Victoria Street, NELSON
It’s that time of year! The Annual Winter Show and Sale is happening Dec 13 (4 – 8 pm) and Dec 14 (10:30 – 3 pm).

The Big Eddy Winter Market
2024-12-13 16:00 - 21:00 (America/Vancouver) | Revelstoke, Revelstoke
The 5th Annual Big Eddy Winter Market—a vibrant celebration of local artistry and community spirit! Taking place at the start of winter, this beloved event transforms Big Eddy Glass Works into a dazzling wonderland of twinkling lights, music, and creativity.
This year’s market promises an unforgettable experience with a lineup of talented artisan vendors offering unique, handcrafted goods perfect for holiday shopping. As you explore, enjoy the beats from live DJs setting the mood for a festive gathering like no other. Head into the shop to check out the live glassblowing demonstrations.
Whether you’re looking for one-of-a-kind gifts, local delicacies, or simply want to soak in the festive atmosphere, the Big Eddy Winter Market 2024 is the perfect place to celebrate the season with friends and family. Come for the art, stay for the vibe, and be part of Revelstoke’s most magical winter kick off!

December Music at Red Light Ramen
2024-12-13 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Vancouver) | Red Light Ramen, 308 Herridge Lane, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 6G5, Canada
This December, let Red Light be your cozy Friday escape! From 6-9 PM every Friday, we’re filling the evening with curated soundscapes to set the perfect tone for the weekend. Our patio is the ideal spot to enjoy the fresh winter air, with heaters to keep you warm and music to soothe your soul. Whether inside or out, it’s all about great vibes and even better tunes. See you there!
Reservations are always encouraged.
D.6 – Rosso @rosssoooo
D.7 Sylvie Le Sylvie Art Exhibition @sylvielesylvie
Music from Rena Vee @renaveemusic
D.13 – Lexa Voltz @lexa_voltz
D.20 – Fluxo @fluxoryan
D.27 – Wils @wils_curates

Community Song Circle
2024-12-13 18:30 - 20:30 (America/Vancouver) | Bindu Studio, 5676 Winlaw Bridge Rd, Winlaw, BC, V0G 2J0, Canada
Community Song Circle – BY DONATION
Friday 13th December6.30pm – 8.30pm
@Bindu Studio( 5676 Winlaw Bridge Rd )
BY DONATION*Suggested $15 – $25*
No one turned away due to finances
To register your spote-mail yogamy108@gmail.com
Join Amy Heasman & Mark Parsons300hr Yoga Teacher & Vocalistas we celebrate & connect withsound & vocal expression.
– Gentle Stretching– Vocal Warm Up & Toning– Vocal Chakra Activations– Community Song Circle
Bring along your yoga mat,a cushion & a water bottle / tea

Winlaw Winter Wonderland
2024-12-14 10:00 - 15:00 (America/Vancouver) | Emery Herbals, 5729 HWY-6, Winlaw, BC, V0G 1R0, Canada
Come and join in on the 12th Annual Winlaw Winter Wonderland!

This quaint, all outdoors, market and holiday event began over a decade ago and has been treasured by the community ever since.

Hosted at the Cedar Creek Gardens in front of Emery Herbals on the last Saturday of the month before Solstice this event showcases the most amazingly talented makers and Artists the Slocan Valley and Kootenay region has to offer.
Come down and enjoy a day spent with friends around the bonfire, perusing the holiday marketplace and enjoying all this fine community has to offer.

Original Art Poster created by Bubzee and Gabe.

Community Day!
2024-12-14 10:00 - 16:00 (America/Vancouver) | Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery, 502 Vernon Street, Nelson, V1L 4E7, Canada
Come on in and explore the Shop at the Nelson Museum! With over 100 local artists and artisans represented, you’re sure to find something for everyone on your list. Or take a break from shopping and drop into ArtLab for free holiday card and tag making, all materials supplied. See what’s new in the galleries, with FREE admission all day!

Guided Cold War Bunker tours
2024-12-14 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.
Email info@nelsonmuseum.ca to register. Adult admission required – children under 18 are always free!

Home for the Holidays
2024-12-14 12:30 - 17:00 (America/Vancouver) | Nelson Studio 88, 402 Victoria St., Nelson, BC, V1L 4K5, Canada
It’s the most wonderful time of the year. The Civic has been on the move a lot this year with an under the stars outdoor theatre in the Summer and Fall and now we are off to Studio 88 for our annual Home for The Holidays free community event. Co-presented and hosted by Studio 88, this year’s event promises performance, more art and music along with a free holiday movie, prizes and a visit from Santa. Bring your sketchbook and mark making tools if you got them. We will have paper and pencils on hand if you don’t.

SkillShare Saturdays: Holiday Paper Crafts
2024-12-14 13:00 - 15:00 (America/Edmonton) | Creston Valley Public Library, 531 16 Ave S, Creston, BC, V0B 1G5
Join us for an afternoon of family-friendly festive crafts using old books and book pages. All supplies provided, no experience necessary. This is an adult programming event, but kids accompanied by a participating adult and teens welcome!

Christmas with Dan Perrault & Friends
2024-12-14 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Vancouver) | Balfour: St Michaels and All angels Chapel and Performance Center (Balfour Chapel on Busk Rd.), 8551 Busk Rd, Balfour
Join us for an afternoon of festive cheer with Dan Perrault & Friends, featuring original Bluegrass, Folk songs, and Christmas carols! ? Adults: $20 | Kids (12 & under): $15. Tickets available at local Balfour businesses or call 250-229-4527. Limited tickets may be available at the door if not sold out. Enjoy a cozy cookie intermission and a chance to win a door prize!

DeBlock’s Birthday Bash
2024-12-14 18:00 - 2024-12-15 02:00 (America/Vancouver) | Finley’s Bar $ Grill, 705 Vernon St, Nelson, BC, V1L 4G3, Canada
We are celebrating the day of birth for our buddy DeBlock.

As it goes, it will be celebrated with a night of house music! Clarence Dangerfield and Double Trouble will be holding down the music for the night.

Miirror visuals

Adv. tickets only $10 available at Finleys

PK sound provided.

Christmas 1965: Festive Jazz at Knox on 2nd
2024-12-14 19:00 - 20:00 (America/Edmonton) | 201 2nd Ave, 201 2nd Ave, Fernie, BC
A screening of ‘A Charlie Brown Christmas’ with accompaniment, plus a performance of The Ventures’ Christmas Album by a live jazz quartet.
TICKETS:
Adults $20
Under 19: $15
PURCHASE ONLINE
A special double performance by a talented group of Jazz musicians from Lethbridge – members of Shaela Miller’s band and Richard Inman’s band.
First up, a screening of the original 1965 “Charlie Brown Christmas” with a live performance of the album, followed by a live performance of The Ventures’ Christmas Album.
This is an all ages event and there will be drinks (including festive drinks) available to 19+.

Please note that the venue is located in a residential area.
Please do not block driveways when parking, and keep noise to a minimum while outdoors.
Tickets available at the door subject to availability, advance purchase recommended.
Sorry, due to the nature of the building, this venue is not currently handicapped accessible.

Winter Stars Social
2024-12-14 19:00 - 20:30 (America/Vancouver) | Nelson Public Library, 602 Stanley St, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 1N4, Canada
The holiday season is a time for connecting, though sometimes it can be hard to find a way to connect on these dark December nights. To that end, teens and adults are invited to a Winter Stars Social at the Nelson Library on Saturday, December 14th, 7-8:30pm. The event is free and open to all, pairs, singles or groups.
Along with tea, cookies and socializing, local artist Rayya Liebich will demonstrate how to make folded paper stars and trees that one can make as tree ornaments, present toppers or room decorations. The decorations will be made from discarded book paper. Liebich started making art from old books a few years ago and hasn’t yet found an end to the possibilities.

Jayne Karma Lamo and the Interbeings Album Release Party!
2024-12-14 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Vancouver) | Erie Creek Brewing, 117 4th St., Salmo, Canada
Come on out and celebrate the release of our DEBUT album together as a band. Recorded and produced here in Salmo, we’re looking forward to sharing its release with our community.

Links to follow about when and where you can pre-save the digital release!

We will also be debuting a few new songs, AND a few new band members!! To be unveiled SOON! Keep your eye on this page!
Suggested cover is $15, however no one will be turned away. We will have MERCH! We will be rocking out for you for a couple hours with plenty of danceable tunes, including a few of your favourite covers. We know Salmo can PARTY so save the date and BRING it this December 14th!! We’d be so happy to see you there.

If our music is new to you, please head on over to https://bio.site/jkl to listen to Jayne’s previous releases on the streaming platform of your choice, to get a feel for our femme fronted, post-grunge, shoegaze-laced alt rock vibes.

The release of this album was graciously made possible by grant funding from the Columbia Basin Trust / Columbia Kootenay Cultural Alliance

Country Christmas at the Nelson & District Riding Club
2024-12-15 10:00 - 15:00 (America/Vancouver) | Nelson & District Riding Club, 4635 Blewett Road, Nelson, BC, V1L 6X4, Canada
Christmas time of the year. This is a family fun event open to the public. Come for the warm of the Christmas Spirit. Enjoy the hay rides, sleigh rides, farm animals, cowpoke roping and the gingerbread ranch. Bortsch and chili from the elves from the club house. Cozy up by the bonfire. Oh and SANTA.

SVYCC Winter Celebration
2024-12-15 13:30 - 17:30 (America/Vancouver) | Salmo Valley Youth and Community Center, 206 7th Street, Salmo, V0G1Z0
Join us at our Winter Celebration. This will be a sweet and magical event for families and community members to gather, Featuring an enchanting Arial Silks performance by Discovery Circus at 2pm! Be entertained and partake in seasonal crafts including Candle Dipping, and walking the out door Spiral Labyrinth. Plan to visit our Cookie Queen in her Crystal Cave where she will share a sweet, magical story offering each child a delicious treat from her enchanted cookie collection.

Artisan Wonderland Christmas Market
2024-12-15 15:00 - 19:00 (America/Vancouver) | Nelson Legion, 204 Victoria Street, Nelson
Step into the Magic of the Holidays!

Join us for the Artisan Wonderland Christmas Market on Sunday, December 15th, from 3 PM to 7 PM at The Legion (402 Victoria St, Nelson).

This festive market is the perfect place to: Shop unique, handmade gifts from talented local artisans Get a palm / numerology reading done Enjoy a cozy drink at our licensed venue (19+ only) Embrace the holiday spirit with a warm and inviting atmosphere

Admission is FREE, so bring your friends and family (adults only!) for an unforgettable evening filled with holiday cheer.
Follow us on Instagram for updates: @butterfliesinballgowns @spacebums.co

We can’t wait to see you there!

Newkeys Place presents, Blues in The Afternoon with Sam Hurrie
2024-12-15 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

20/40 Auditions
2024-12-15 17:00 - 18:00 (America/Vancouver) | Nelson Studio 88, 402 Victoria St., Nelson, BC, V1L 4K5, Canada
20/40 Sketch Comedy Show Auditions.
Sunday, Dec 15th, 2024
Book a 10-minute slot between 5:50 PM – 6:50 PM
Auditions held at Nelson Studio 88 (402 Victoria street)
What’s the show?
20/40 is an experimental theatre show composed of twenty acts performed in forty minutes, the twist is the audience picks the order. This show is written and performed by the selected ensemble cast and directed by Michelle Hart. We’ve only ever performed sold out shows in Nelson, so get ready!
What do I need to do to audition?
-Perform an original 1-5 Minute monologue or sketch (This can be character monologues, two hander sketch, fun song, speech, dance, anything that you think would fit this narrative).
Sign up to audition through out google docs:
https://forms.gle/94AxHWbo5aDRiVt28

Community Carol Sing!
2024-12-15 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Vancouver) | Nelson United Church, 602 Silica Street, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 4N1, Canada
Sing your favourite Christmas songs by request!With live piano and singing!Admission by donation to support our Raise the Roof Campaign!

SHRED KELLY with THE HEAVY LIGHTERS
2024-12-15 18:30 - 22:30 (America/Vancouver) | The Royal, 330 Baker Street Nelson, BC V1L 4H5, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 4H5, Canada
Emerging from the majestic landscapes of the Canadian Rockies, Shred Kelly is a powerhouse band that seamlessly blends elements of alternative, folk, and rock music. With a captivating live act that leaves audiences in awe, they have become a mainstay in the Canadian music scene. But it’s not just their energetic performances that set them apart—Shred Kelly’s heartfelt songwriting strikes a chord with listeners, connecting deeply as each band member brings their eclectic musical influences to the table, shaping the group’s unique musical direction.

The Langham 50th Presents: A Christmas Carol
2024-12-15 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Vancouver) | The Langham, 447 A Avenue, Kaslo, BC, V0G 1M0, Canada
Celebrate the holiday season at The Langham!

Join us for a special reading of Charles Dickens’ timeless classic, “A Christmas Carol” our FINAL part of the Langham 50th anniversary series!

Immerse yourself in this heartwarming tale of redemption, generosity, and the true spirit of Christmas. Brought to life by over 30 local performers in the cozy setting of The Langham theatre.

Don’t miss this perfect, FREE, event to get you geared up and in the mood for the holiday season.

Our lovely talented performers will also be providing “High Tea” a free tea event on December 21st and 22nd to add to the local cheer!

All donations to this event and High Tea will benefit the Kaslo Food Hub.

Itty Bitty Art Time (Preschool Art Classes)
2024-12-17 09:00 - 10:00 (America/Vancouver) | VISAC Gallery, 1501 Cedar Avenue, Trail, V1R 2J5
Participants can expect to make artwork in a wide range of materials that encourage experimentation and motor skill development. Previous projects include yarn bowls, glitter dioramas and marker pull art.

These classes get MESSY, be sure to dress your child (and yourself!) in play clothes. Paint, salt, glue and many more materials will be used. One caregiver per child (or group of children) is required.
About the Instructor:
Erin has a BFA in Studio Arts from UVic and a Masters of Illustration from Falmouth University. Her classes focus on process-based activities that don’t have a set outcome, fostering creativity and a low pressure environment, encouraging exploration and making mistakes!

Workshop Dates:
Tuesday mornings
September 10 – December 17, 2024 (15 sessions)
9:00am-9:45am or 10:00am-10:45am

Minimum 6 students, with a maximum of 12.

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

If you have any questions, reach out to info@visacgallery.com
