Rewired by Sab Curtis
2024-02-10 12:00 - 16:00 (America/Vancouver) | VISAC Gallery, 1501 Cedar Avenue, Trail, V1R 2J5
Exhibition Opening Date: January 29, 2024
Artist Live Painting Demo @ The Josie Hotel: February 2, 2024 at 4PM
Artist Talk @ VISAC: February 10, 2024 at 3 PM. Registration required and opening soon. Light refreshments to be provided.
Exhibition Closing Date: March 7, 2024
Gallery Hours: Mon-Thu @ 12pm-4pm

Artist Statement
“My adventures mold me and each canvas becomes my journal to translate what I discover through my wanders. My art practice began as a way to feel nurtured by nature’s magnificence when I was experiencing physical and cognitive limits due to injury, and it continues to immerse me in what I love most.”

DIY Valentines Cardmaking
2024-02-10 13:00 - 15:00 | Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery, 502 Vernon Street, Nelson, V1L 4E7, Canada
The Nelson Museum is hosting a free workshop with local papercraft artist, Jenine Lillian, who will teach you fun and simple techniques to create one-of-a-kind artwork to share with your favourite people. Give them out to your barista that always remembers your name, that cashier who always says hi, the trash collectors that brave the elements, your new neighbours and more!
Skills required are suitable for ages 10 and up. Younger participants may need assistance from parents or guardians.

Local Art Studio Opening – Balfour, Green Road
2024-02-10 13:00 - 16:00, 2024-02-16 13:00 - 16:00, 2024-02-17 13:00 - 16:00 | Donna Rodman Art Studio, 1259 Green Road, Balfour, V0G 1C0, Canada
All ages event. By appointment to private home. Tea/wine served. Fine artist in new business with oil canvases and limited edition prints for sale. Content is cultural, abstract realism, eco art, fine oil painting works. Seeking commissions. Community spirit: ideas and donations welcome for Arts Council projects.

Après Ski at The Josie Hotel with White Lightning Blues, Rock and Boogie Band
2024-02-10 14:00 - 16:30 | The Josie Hotel, 4306 Red Mountain Rd, Rossland, BC, V0G 1Y0, Canada
Ski in or walk in to The Velvet Restaurant at The Josie Hotel, RED Mountain this Saturday for Après Ski with White Lightning Blues, Rock and Boogie Band. Danceable toe-tapping classics from Little Walter to Chuck Berry and The Beatles plus lively Kootenay themed originals.

Polka Dot Dragon Lantern Festival
2024-02-10 17:00 - 19:00 | Lakeside Park, Nelson, V1L 5S4, Canada
This year the Polka Dot Dragon Lantern Festival will start with a community lantern parade on Baker Street. Bring a lantern and gather at Hall Street Plaza at 6pm on Friday, February 9th and join with Moving Mosaic Samba Band, the dragon puppet, and other performers for a fun and beautiful procession down Baker Street. On Saturday, February 10th the festival continues with an outdoor gallery at Lakeside Park from 5:00-7:00 pm. Come and enjoy the lantern installations and ambient performances at this beloved community festival. This year’s theme is Deep Sea Dreamscape!

The High Bar Gang – Performing Arts Trail
2024-02-10 19:30 - 21:15 | Charles Bailey Theatre, 1501 Cedar Ave, Trail, British Columbia, V1R 4C7, Canada
The Trail & District Arts Council presents a unique take on old time bluegrass from Juno nominated BC supergroup The High Bar Gang at The Bailey Theatre on Saturday, February 10 at 7:30 pm. Led by Shari Ulrich (fiddle/mandolin) and guitarist Barney Bentall, with Wendy Bird and Kirby Barber’s vocal harmonies, Dave Barber on banjo, Rob Becker on bass, and Colin Nairne on guitar and mandolin, the band’s repertoire stays firmly rooted in the golden age of bluegrass music with songs by the likes of Bill Monroe, The Stanley Brothers and Del McCoury.

Kootenay Burlesque Marathong @ The Royal
2024-02-10 20:30 - 22:30 | The Royal, 330 Baker Street Nelson, BC V1L 4H5, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 4H5, Canada
Vesper Valentine presents the 4th annual Kootenay Burlesque Marathong on Saturday, Feb 10th at the Royal. Come cheer on all your favourite performers as they pop their pasties, twirl their tassels, dance in drag and sing in sync in a show that is designed to film each performers BEST act in front of a live audience. Come experience an evening of exciting and enticing entertainment that you won’t soon forget!

Kootenay Burlesque Marathong
2024-02-10 20:30 - 22:30 | The Royal, 330 Baker Street Nelson, BC V1L 4H5, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 4H5, Canada
Get ready for the 5th annual Kootenay Burlesque Marathong happening Saturday, February 10th The Royal – Nelson . Come cheer on all your favorite performers as they twirl their tassels,dance in Drag and sing in sync at a show that is designed to capture their BEST ACTS on video for festival submissions!

Tickets $25 in advance $30 at the door

Father Funk Live At Bloom Nightclub
2024-02-10 22:00 - 23:30 | Bloom Nightclub, 198 Baker St, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 4H4, Canada
Bloom Nightclub Presents, in Nelson on Feb 10th from 10pm-2am
Father Funk

With Special Guests
Wes Please
Fatty Cakes

19+

Beauty & The Beast at The Langham
2024-02-11 13:30 - 16:00 | The Langham, 447 A Avenue, Kaslo, BC, V0G 1M0, Canada
Family Movie at The Langham!

In celebration of 2024 as the 50th anniversary of The Langham – Kaslo Cultural Centre we have some exciting events planned throughout the year. Coming up this Sunday is a special presentation of Disney’s Beauty & The Beast staring Emma Watson. Come down dressed up in your fairytale best for a special afternoon of magic and fun for the whole family! This event is open to everyone, donations encouraged. All proceeds will go towards The Langham and the presentation of future events!

Newkeys Place presents, Blues in The Afternoon with Sam Hurrie
2024-02-11 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

CKCA GRANT-WRITING WORKSHOP
2024-02-12 11:00 - 12:00 | Online
Do you have an idea for a project that focuses on arts and culture? Grants from the Columbia Kootenay Cultural Alliance (CKCA) could help.
These grants—funded by Columbia Basin Trust and managed by the West Kootenay Regional Arts Council—are available for all art disciplines, for both individuals and arts and culture organizations in the Columbia Basin.
To learn more about these grants and how to apply, attend one of our FREE grant-writing workshops. The sessions all take place online through Zoom. See the schedule for all sessions here.
REGISTER FOR TODAY’S SESSION HERE.
Before you attend a session, we encourage you to watch the following video. Then come to the session with your questions.
VIEW THIS VIDEO BEFORE ATTENDING A SESSION.
If you have questions about your specific project, rather than the programs themselves, contact us directly instead of asking them during a session.

Preschool Workshop – Itty Bitty Art Time
2024-02-13 11:00 - 12:00 | VISAC Gallery, 1501 Cedar Avenue, Trail, V1R 2J5
Looking to explore art and creativity with the little kiddo in your life?
The instructor, Erin Shuttleworth, will prepare projects focused on process and sensory activities that engage your preschoolers with colour, texture, and fun! Please be aware that this class gets messy, so send children in comfortable play clothes.
Children ages 2-5 yrs old (one adult helper per child or group of children is required.)
These classes coincide with Trail Gymnastics – make it an engaging morning for your preschooler by signing up with them as well.
When:
12 or 16 Tuesday mornings with two class time options
10:00 am – 10:45 am
11:00 am – 11:45 am
12-week series: January 16-April 16, 2024 (No classes during Spring Break)
16-week series: January 16-May 14, 2024 (No classes during Spring Break)
Where:
VISAC Gallery
1501 Cedar Ave, Trail
Lower Level of Community Building downtown
Class fee: $80 for 12 weeks, or $100 for 16 weeks, per child.

Youth Workshop – Visual Exploration Club – Ages 7-10
2024-02-14 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.

OPEN MIC COMEDY
2024-02-14 18:30 - 22:00 | The Royal, 330 Baker Street Nelson, BC V1L 4H5, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 4H5, Canada
Wed Feb 14th 6:30pm at The Royal in Nelson
VALENTINES EDITION
Open mic comedy with a seasonal flair!
To sign up visit @kootenaycomedy on instagram!
$10 at the door

Weekly Tango Mini Lesson & Practice
2024-02-14 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!

Nelson Overture Concerts Society presents Duo Concertante
2024-02-14 19:30 - 21:30 | The Capitol Theatre, 421 Victoria Street, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 5R2, Canada
On Valentine’s Day, partners in life and music, Duo Concertante will perform at the Capitol Theatre in Nelson. Violinist
From Newfoundland, Nancy Dahn and pianist Timothy Steeves have built a musical legacy in Canada. They will delight audiences with an evening of music for violin and piano.

Youth Workshop – Visual Exploration Club – Ages 11-14
2024-02-15 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.

Pollination Pathways Speaker Series
2024-02-15 17:00 - 18:00 | Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery, 502 Vernon Street, Nelson, V1L 4E7, Canada
The Nelson Museum and the Kootenay Native Plant Society are presenting Pollination Pathways, a speaker series that takes a look at how to support resilient ecosystems in the Kootenays, and the research that is driving the recovery of plant-pollination networks.

February 15 topics:
– Blossoms and Butterflies in BC Parks
– Milkweed and Monarchs in the West Kootenay

Stay and explore the Elevation exhibition, which includes additional research from KNPS, as well as specimens, stories, artifacts, maps, and incredible art pieces that speak to the peaks and valleys of life in a mountain town.
This event is FREE and open to the public. No registration required.

JESSE ROPER W/ GUESTS
2024-02-15 19:00 - 23:00 | Spiritbar, 422 Vernon St, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 4E5
– 19+, Two pieces of valid government issued ID required
– At Spiritbar, in nelson, on Feb 15th, @7pm
– Jesse Roper is a Canadian blues musician from Victoria, British Columbia

Lucas Myers in ROOF at The Langham
2024-02-16 19:00 - 21:00, 2024-02-17 19:00 - 21:00 | The Langham, 447 A Avenue, Kaslo, BC, V0G 1M0, Canada
Tickets on sale now! Lucas Myers live with his new show “ROOF” at The Langham Feb 16th, 17th & 18th. Weaving together elements of stand-up comedy, physical theatre and Lucas Myers’ trademark brand of observational humor, ROOF is a show you don’t want to miss. Tickets $25 at Sunnyside & Willow or email langham@netidea.com.

ONEIRO SPECTRA, Presented by The Circus Acts Insomnaics
2024-02-16 19:00 - 21:30, 2024-02-17 19:00 - 21:30 | The Capitol Theatre, 421 Victoria Street, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 5R2, Canada
Circus Acts Insomniacs Present ONEIRO SPECTRA
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A multidimensional performance art experience bringing dreams to life
at The Capitol Theatre
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“Oneiro Spectra” is an immersive theater experience that brings dreams to life, exploring surreal landscapes and emotional narratives inspired by the subconscious. Through captivating aerial performances, musical collaboration, and improvisational dance, the show delves into the mysteries of the human mind and the complex emotions that shape us. This unique production offers a perspective on mental well-being, where reality blurs with imagination, and dreams intertwine with nightmares.
A collaborative show from Circus Acts Insomniacs with guests:
CIRCUS ACTS INSOMNIACS
(Aerial & Dance Featured Performances)
ADRIAN WAGNER
(Live Music Production)
MAT THE HUMAN
(Cyr Wheel)
HUSH HUSH
(Movement Art)
NOTOK
(Movement Art)
ALEGRIA AERIAL
(Aerial arts)
ANDREA LEGG
(Aerial Silks)
AZZAYLEA
(Aerial Silks)
SHY TIGER
(Corde lisse)
RUNEKEY
(Music Production & Performance)
BLAIR LEAMEN
(Poetry)
Shadow Arts by Heather Dawn Sparks
TWO NIGHTS – Feb 16th & 17th
Doors @ 7:00 PM – Show at 7:30 PM
Tickets $40 – available at the Capitol Theatre or online capitoltheatre.ca
All ages show – Parental discretion recommended. Please be advised of strobe lights, smoke effects, dark themes and non-traditional soundscapes.

HEAVY AIRSHIP; A LED ZEPPELIN TRIBUTE
2024-02-16 20:00 | The Royal, 330 Baker Street Nelson, BC V1L 4H5, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 4H5, Canada
HEAVY AIRSHIP is made up of four long time friends that play the music of the iconic band, Led Zeppelin!
You don’t want to miss it!

Rubber Tire Peep Show LIVE at Encore Brewing
2024-02-16 20:00 - 23:00 | Encore Brewing, 1400 4 Street North, Cranbrook, BC, V1C 3L5, Canada
Rubber Tire Peep Show is a Canadian musical collective with an eclectic repertoire spanning genres from blues, country, funk, soul, to some good old rock ’n’ roll, putting a contemporary spin on the musical styles of the 60’s and ’70s.

With a diverse repertoire of both original music, and “deep-cuts”, delivered in dynamic jam-band inspired arrangements, the Peep Show is best known for their commitment to the live performance and constantly work to bring their audience a unique experience on any given night. Curating both in-studio and live collaborations with an ever growing roster of artists and musicians, core members Harrison Smith and Liam Slingerland steer the ship of the constantly rotating lineup that is RTPS and work to ensure that you’ll never see the same show twice!

RTPS has solidified it’s presence in the Toronto/GTA live music scene, including sold-out performances at notable venues such as The Dakota Tavern, Cameron House, The Horseshoe Tavern, Bovine Sex Club and Burdock Music Hall, and even most recently performing as the Winnipeg Blue Bombers’ house band at the 2023 Grey Cup Festival. With the upcoming release of our debut album, The Peep Show is hitting the road to play to new friends, and fans across Canada.

Guided Cold War Bunker tours
2024-02-17 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!

SEVERED ARM & REALITY TRAP
2024-02-17 20:30 | The Royal, 330 Baker Street Nelson, BC V1L 4H5, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 4H5, Canada
Please join us for an evening of music, comedy, and dancing to benefit our dearest Grimm!
This event will be hosted by the lovely Skye Spears (who will also be performing a comedy act)!
Grimm’s favourite bands, Severed Arm, and Reality Trap will be in full force.
https://www.instagram.com/reality__trap…
https://www.instagram.com/severed_arm_?igsh=aWh4ejVxY2YzN21l
Capping off the evening will be DJ Throwbekk blasting us into another dimension with some 90’s hip hop, funk, disco and more.
Doors at 9, are 15$ or by donation.
Tickets in advance available
https://www.theroyalnelson.com/…/realitytrapsevere…/1577
