June | Exhibition Opening Celebration
2024-06-06 17:00 - 20:00 (America/Vancouver) | Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre, 320 Wilson Street, Revelstoke, V0E 2S0
Celebrate the unveiling of a new exhibition at the Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre! Join us Thursday June 6 for an evening of fresh artworks, live music, and refreshments with friends. This is a fantastic opportunity to connect with the Revelstoke art scene, be inspired by the latest creations, and enjoy a stylish night out.

$5 admission or free entry for members All welcome Semi formal attire encouraged The viewing (quiet) | 2pm – 5pm The social (main event) | 5pm – 8pm RVAC, 320 Wilson st

This month we are proud to be celebrating the hard work of:

Emilie & Mike Fantuz@emiliefantuz @mikefantuz

Leah Allison & Rosetta Mitchell@glassduck @fraser_fine_arts

Michael Hepher@michaelhepher

Alice Mansellwww.manselldesign.com

BATS Speaker Series at the Rossland Museum
2024-06-06 17:30 (America/Vancouver) | Rossland Museum & Discovery Centre, 1100 Hwy 3B | Junction of Hwys 3B & 22, Rossland, BC, V0G 1Y0, Canada
Here’s another event to make you go batty! Join us at the Rossland Museum & Discovery Centre at 5:30 pm on Thursday, June 6th for an exciting Speaker Event with Elodie Kuhnert. Entry by donation.
Elodie, the Kootenay Coordinator with the “Got Bats?” BC Community Bat Program, will help us discover the fascinating world of bats in an engaging presentation that explores their importance in our ecosystem. Learn all about bat biology, behaviour, and reproduction, and understand the critical role that bats play in our environment. We’ll discuss why bats are facing threats and how we can help protect them during a fascinating evening in the mysterious world of bats!

Paper mâché workshop with Myra Rasmussen
2024-06-06 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Vancouver) | Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery, 502 Vernon Street, Nelson, V1L 4E7, Canada
Join facilitator Myra Rasmussen for Printed Material Surrounds Us, a FREE papercraft workshop at the Nelson Museum.

In this workshop we will use paper mâché and collage techniques to make a vessel out of paper, starting by by making a form with paperboard and then covering it with a layer of paper mâché. For the final layer we will use magazines, newspapers, and other printed materials to add texture and interest to the pieces.

Ages 12 and up. Children under 14 require parental assistance. Please register here.

Free Cinematography and Hand-Processing Workshop
2024-06-07 13:00 - 17:00 (America/Vancouver) | The Capitol Theatre, 421 Victoria Street, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 5R2, Canada
Kootenay Moving Pictures in partnership with the Capitol Theatre in Nelson and Vancouver’s Echo Park Center North are pleased to offer a celluloid weekend including a free cinematography and hand-processing workshop in Nelson on Friday, June 7th!
Friday June 7, 1-5pm
Cinematography and hand processing workshop, free
Meet at the Capitol Theatre at 1pm where participants will begin by exploring camera mechanics and cinematography tips and tricks. We’ll use this new knowledge to film around town. After an hour or so of filming we’ll return to the Capitol Theatre to hand process the film using both eco and traditional film chemistry. Drop-in or rsvp: epfccollective@gmail.com
The following evening the films we made will be presented as part of a screening of short films at the Capitol Theatre.
Saturday June 8, 7pm, Capitol Theatre, 421 Victoria St
Screening, music & bingo, $10/15

Independent Animation – Capitol Season

The following day both workshop participants and the community are invited back to the Capitol Theatre to enjoy a curated screening of short independent animated films from across Canada and beyond and we’ll get to see the films we made the day before. Plus our visiting artists will present one of their community film projects and play some music for us!

The artists involved are:
Siloën Daley is a Kootenay kid who founded Carbon Arc Cinema, a community art house in Halifax as well as the Animation Festival of Halifax. She loves community building through the arts.
Paolo Davanzo is a filmmaker, educator and one of the co-founders of the Echo Park Film Center in 2001. He believes in the power of cinema and storytelling to bring love and hope to the world.
Lisa Marr (formerly of the band CUB) loves making movies and music with communities all over the world. She’s been part of the Echo Park Film Center Family since 2001.
Matthew James-Wilson is a writer, photographer and musician who founded Heavy Manners Library, is the editor of Forge. art magazine, and has family in the area.

Art in the Library - Kootenay River Secondary School Senior Art Students
2024-06-07 15:00 - 16:30 (America/Edmonton) | Creston Valley Public Library – Teen Space, 531 16 Ave S, Creston, BC, V0B 1G5
Artists from the Senior Independent Art classes at Kootenay River Secondary School will be sharing their final projects in the new Teen Space in the Creston Valley Public Library. The artists, Amaleigh, Aspen, Chloe, Derri, Gracin, and Madison, all created new works for this exhibition based on the theme of Genres.
We will be hosting a public reception to celebrate the work of the artists, all are welcome.

Ebb & Flow
2024-06-07 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Vancouver), 2024-06-08 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Edmonton) | Brilliant Cultural Centre, 1876 Brilliant Road, Castlegar, V1N 4K2
Join the Twin Rivers Community Choir for an evening of music and song, with Ebb & Flow!
See poster for details!
Adults $15 (in advance) / $20 at the door
Students $10 any time
Advance tickets available (cash only) at:
Mountain High Lighting & Trowelex in Castlegar, or buy online at:
https://ticketscandy.com/e/twin-rivers-community-choir-presents-ebb-and-flow-4820

B.A. JOHNSTON w/ GHOST FACTORY & HOSPITAL GREEN
2024-06-07 20:00 - 23:55 (America/Vancouver) | The Royal, 330 Baker Street Nelson, BC V1L 4H5, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 4H5, Canada
Date & Time

Fri, Jun 7
8:00 p.m. PDT

Location

The Royal
330 Baker Street
Nelson BC V1L 4H5

Bicycle Photo Booth
2024-06-08 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Vancouver) | Lakeside Park, 1900 Lakeside Dr., Nelson, V1L 5S4, Canada
Participate in GO BY BIKE WEEK by riding your bicycle down to Lakeside Park and getting a free picture of yourself with your ride and BOB (Big Orange Bridge). Even better bring your family or friends and have a group photo taken. A professional photographer will be on-site taking photos. All participants will get a high resolution digital photo.

Join the Community Bicycle & BBQ Ride to Taghum Beach happening right after.

Guided Cold War Bunker tours
2024-06-08 11:00 - 12:00, 2024-06-15 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!

Lost Cat! w/Bessie Wapp
2024-06-08 13:00 - 15:00 (America/Vancouver) | Oxygen Art Centre, 320 Vernon St Unit-3, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 4E4, Canada
LOST CAT! (≈ㅇᆽㅇ≈)♡
Final Event #5: Saturday, June 8, 2024, from 1:00 – 3:00 PM
All Aboard the Loop Station! with Bessie Wapp
*◡* Free! No registration required.
Musician, theatre artist and educator Bessie Wapp welcomes all in a supportive and playful environment to let your voice join with others in creating on-the-spot improvised grooves, textures, and flights of fancy! Using a looping station we’ll build up layers of sound to create original soundscapes together – and hear how every voice adds a unique beauty to the whole.
This program is generously supported by the Columbia Kootenay Cultural Alliance ♡(ﾐ ᵕ̣̣̣̣̣̣ ﻌ ᵕ̣̣̣̣̣̣ ﾐ)ﾉ

LALIN:Sing the World Awake @ the Nelson United Church
2024-06-08 13:30 - 21:00 (America/Vancouver) | Nelson United Church, 602 Silica Street, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 4N1, Canada
ANY REMAINING TICKETS WILL BE AVAILABLE AT THE DOOR OF THE NELSON UNITED CHURCH 1/2 HOUR BEFORE EACH PERFORMANCE –
1:30 for the 2pm concert
5:30 for the 6pm concert
7:30 for the 8pm concert
BALCONY TICKETS $20 AND MAIN FLOOR TICKETS $25
Performance venue:
Nelson United Church

Wherzpeter 5th Anniversary Concert
2024-06-08 19:00 - 20:30 (America/Vancouver) | Harrison Momorial Cultural Centre, 16074 Crawford Creek Road, Crawford Bay, BC, Canada
Harmonic duo Paul and Mary of Wherzpeter celebrate their 5 anniversary of song in the Kootenays with a packed event at the Harrison Memorial Cultural Centre in Crawford Bay, Saturday June 8 at 7 PM. Guests Sweet Tuesday Singers and Ken of the amazing flute round out the soundscape. Harmony is king at this event, with original songs and sounds to please you to the core.

Independent Animation Mini-Festival
2024-06-08 19:00 - 22:00 (America/Vancouver) | The Capitol Theatre, 421 Victoria Street, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 5R2, Canada
Kootenay Moving Pictures and the Capitol Theatre in Nelson present curated animated films from across Canada and around the world. This animation film festival is an event that showcases a diverse selection of films that celebrate the artistry and creativity of animators, featuring a wide range of styles, storytelling techniques and voices. Audiences can immerse themselves in the captivating world of animation and discover the magic of animated storytelling.

THE EISENHAUERS
2024-06-08 19:30 - 21:30 (America/Vancouver) | Taghum Hall, 5915 Taghum Hall Rd, Nelson, V1L 6Y4
Get ready to experience the soulful folk-roots music of THE EISENHAUERS live in concert – it’s going to be a night to remember!
Join us for a night of amazing music at Taghum Hall. The Eisenhauers will be performing live, showcasing their original old-time, folk-roots sound. Get ready to hear some of the best Canadian-folk songwriting to date with soulful harmonies, old-timey banjo, and acoustic guitar. Don’t miss out on this special in person event – mark your calendars now!

Langham 50th Anniversary Dance
2024-06-08 20:00 - 2024-06-09 01:00 (America/Vancouver) | Kaslo Legion, 403 5th St, Kaslo, British Columbia, V0G 1M0, Canada
June 8th – The Langham’s 50th Anniversary Dance
8:00 pm – 1:00 am – Legion Hall – 19+ event, Tickets $25
Join us for a 70s themed night of celebration and dancing at the Kaslo Legion Hall. Get ready to groove to the beats of our live bands and DJs as we commemorate this special milestone. Don’t miss out on this unforgettable evening filled with music, laughter, and memories. Grab your dancing shoes, dress in your 70s best and come party with us as we honor 50 years of The Langham Cultural Society!
Live Music Line Up:
8 PM – The Frequent Liars with: Drew Birkett, Jerry Hamilton, Marty Lynch, & George McCuaig
10 PM – Baker Street Blues
11:30 PM – Surprise Guest DJ
Tickets $25 at www.thelangham.ca or Willow & Sunnyside in Kaslo

Newkeys Place presents, Blues in The Afternoon with Sam Hurrie
2024-06-09 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

Live Music + 16mm Film Screening
2024-06-09 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Vancouver) | Former Japanese United Church, 212 7th Ave, New Denver
Kootenay Moving Pictures in partnership with Vancouver’s Echo Park Center North are pleased to offer a free community event at the former Japanese United Church in New Denver!!

Sunday June 9
Free screening with music & bingo, bring your own snacks
former Japanese United Church, 212 7th Ave
Doors 7pm, Music 7:30, Screening 8pm
Music by Lisa Marr and Friends (formerly of the band CUB)
Screening films on 16mm by Nelson’s Siloën Daley, Vancouver’s Lisa Marr and Paolo Davanzo among others. Some of the artists will be in attendance to present their work and will talk about filmmaking as an art medium!
The films selected celebrate play and community, proudly incorporate a love of living things, highlight deep personal expression, and promote positive change through actions. The programming is aimed at a general audience with a run-time of an average feature film.
Artists in attendance:
Siloën Daley is a Kootenay kid who founded Carbon Arc Cinema, a community art house in Halifax as well as the Animation Festival of Halifax. She loves community building through the arts.
Paolo Davanzo is a filmmaker, educator and one of the co-founders of the Echo Park Film Center in 2001. He believes in the power of cinema and storytelling to bring love and hope to the world.
Lisa Marr loves making movies and music with communities all over the world. She’s been part of the Echo Park Film Center Family since 2001.

Queen: It’s a Kinda Magic
2024-06-09 19:00 - 22:00 (America/Vancouver) | The Capitol Theatre, 421 Victoria Street, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 5R2, Canada
Adult $71
Child (under 13) $42
Groups (6+) $66 each
Nelson! Get ready to welcome back Queen: It’s a Kinda Magic!
Following the roaring success of 2023’s Canadian tour, Queen: It’s a Kinda Magic is back by popular demand for a nationwide tour.
Get ready for summer the right way with a night of non-stop Rock anthems including We Will Rock You, We Are the Champions, Radio GaGa, I Want to Break Free, Somebody to Love, Don’t Stop Me Now, Another One Bites the Dust, A Kind of Magic, Bohemian Rhapsody and so many more.
Secure your seats TODAY, you won’t wanna miss out on this one!

Mug Night | 2 Week Pottery Class
2024-06-11 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Vancouver) | Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre, 320 Wilson Street, Revelstoke, V0E 2S0
At the Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre
Create a unique, one-of-a-kind mug in this two-week workshop! You’ll be guided through the entire process, from hand building and embellishing to trimming and glazing. No prior pottery experience is needed to join our Mug Night, making this an ideal introduction to pottery. Whether you’re crafting a gift, exploring a new hobby, or simply looking for a fun night out, this class is perfect for you!

Instruction by Sherry Cheriton from Sheramic
11 & 18 June, 6pm – 9pm
Your fired mugs will be ready for pickup on July 2nd
RVAC Pottery Studio, 320 Wilson st.
Open to teens & adults
$75 per person, all materials included

Clay is cherished for its endless possibilities. Your handmade mug can be sleek, silly, sentimental, or anything in between. Perhaps you want to create something more sculptural to fully explore the potentials of handbuilding. Or maybe you prefer to let your glaze work shine with lovingly hand-painted designs.

Summer Kicks: The Kootenay Renegades with Holly Hyatt & Jon Burden
2024-06-12 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Edmonton) | Keith King Park, 1501 Maple Dr., Golden, BC
Holly Hyatt and Jon Burden have morphed from an acoustic blues duo to an electric quartet that performs with a powerful blend of grit, soul, and rock.
Award-winning vocalist-bassist Holly Hyatt and vocalist-guitarist Jon Burden have played Golden a few times already, but never like this!
What used to be an internationally acclaimed acoustic blues duo who performed with Harry Manx and Jim Byrnes has transformed into the Kootenay Renegades, a hard-driving and very electric quartet that performs a heady mix of roots and blues as well as catchy rock classics and some tasty originals. With the addition of drummer Steve Wilson and Marty Carter on sax and flute, these four superb musicians plug in and let rip with a powerful blend of blues grit, soul, and fiery rock. Jon is rated an “extraordinary” guitarist by the Smoky Mountain Blues Society, while Holly’s honey-rich vocals “captivate the listener” (Blues Blog USA). Better not miss these guys!
Featuring Local talent: Unusual Suspects

Weekly Tango Mini Lesson & Practice
2024-06-12 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!

‘We Love a Parade!’ installation launch
2024-06-13 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Vancouver) | Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery, 502 Vernon Street, Nelson, V1L 4E7, Canada
The Nelson Museum is officially launching a new permanent installation of We Love a Parade! featuring a localized timeline of events, images, and curatorial statements provided by Nelson Museum Curator Arin Fay, and Research Assistant Adrian Dunkerson.

The launch takes place on Thursday, June 13 from 5-7pm at the Museum, and will feature a screening of the 10-minute trailer for the documentary Queering the Interior, as well as an introduction from the film’s director Amy Bohigian, and a tour of the Queer Archives by Michael Wicks.

Refreshments will be provided by Kootenay Kombucha, Sprout Plant-Based Eatery, L&C French Bakery, and the Kootenay Co-op. Thank you to these incredible local businesses, and to the Columbia Basin Trust for supporting this celebration!

The event is free and open to the public. Happy Pride!

Drop in Art Nights | FREE
2024-06-13 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Vancouver) | Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre, 320 Wilson Street, Revelstoke, V0E 2S0
Looking for a creative space to meet new people and make something? Have a project you’ve been meaning to work on? Join us for our free drop-in art nights! These relaxed evenings are open to everyone so bring your art supplies, a drink, a snack, and come get creative! These evening are a fantastic way to make time for your art.
The gallery will have some basic supplies on hand, like scissors and brushes, however artists are expected to be self sufficient and bring their own supplies. In the past participants have worked on everything from illustrations and paintings, to fishing flies and mending projects. We welcome all forms of creative expression, just please avoid brining any projects that are overly loud or smelly.
– The second Thursday of the month 7pm – 9pm
– June 13, July 11, August 8, & September 12
– The Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre, Kitchen Studio, 320 Wilson st
– Entrance is via the undercover area on the left hand side of the building
– Please leave the space clean for the next person
– All welcome, no bookings required

Tiny Lights Festival
2024-06-14 08:00 - 2024-06-16 17:00 (America/Vancouver) | Ymir, Ymir, British Columbia, Canada
Tiny Lights returns in the spring of 2024, presenting our carefully curated mix of music, mountains, and makers. We are thrilled to welcome you all back to our Tiny Lights Family here in Ymir. As always, we aren’t getting any bigger, only better as our tiny town can only hold so much awesome.
We look forward to seeing you all again here in Ymir to start your summer with us!

GOLD MYND REGGAE NIGHT
2024-06-14 21:00 - 23:30 (America/Vancouver) | The Royal, 330 Baker Street Nelson, BC V1L 4H5, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 4H5, Canada
Gold Mynd is a grounded, passionate, ambitious and prolific international Reggae artiste who now calls Kelowna, British Columbia Canada home. Original songs created by the artist can be found on Spotify and a simple search of Gold Mynd’s YouTube channel will yield a variety of visually creative music videos. Gold Mynd’s debut Reggae album titled “Love & Life” is available worldwide on all platforms. The album has been well received and is doing great things for the artist.The album was released April 2023 and is an eclectic mix of songs designed to promote fun, educate, elicit emotion and highlight important social issues. “BLAZE” was the first single released from the LOVE & LIFE album and has already secured over 65,000 plus Spotify streams.
@ The Royal in Nelson

Kootenay Resilience Festival: Food Forum
2024-06-15 16:00 - 19:00 (America/Vancouver) | Kaslo Front Street Park, Kaslo, BC
The Kootenay Resilience Festival leverages the power of music to bring people together in order to foster critical action. As part of the festival’s Food Forum taking place at Front Street Park in Kaslo, attendees will be treated to performances by country star Shaela Miller and the vibrant DJ Raya Sun. Miller’s evolution in the music scene, marked by her soulful voice and sincere stage presence, brings a fresh sonic exploration, while DJ Raya Sun infuses the atmosphere with celebratory bliss through her eclectic mix of feel-good tunes. Beyond the musical offerings, the festival serves as a platform for dialogue and learning, with experts delving into topics like local growing, permaculture, and regenerative agriculture, paving the way for discussions on sustainable food strategies.

2nd Annual Haute Trash! Trash Fashion Show Competition and Art Exhibition
2024-06-15 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Vancouver) | The Capitol Theatre, 421 Victoria Street, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 5R2, Canada
This exciting community event will boast a runway style trash fashion show and art expo of designs crafted from post consumer waste and upcycled materials by artists and designers of all ages and skill levels. This unique affair will also highlight a variety of music, dance and theatrical performances by some local gems, including the likes of the RhythmDance Trash Orchestra, among others. Tickets are $20, adults, $17.50 for youth and available at the Capitol Theatre.

Open Mic
2024-06-15 19:00 - 22:00 (America/Vancouver) | 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!
