Blues Set w/ J. Greg Walter
2024-05-03 17:30 - 20:30, 2024-05-10 17:30 - 20:30 (America/Vancouver) | Torchlight Brewing Co., 125 Hall St, Nelson, BC, V1L 7B4
Come on down to Torchlight Brewing Co. in Nelson, every Friday, for some end of the week week good times and great tunes!

Author Reading Series: Corinna Chong + Matt Rader (event)
2024-05-03 19:00 - 20:30 (America/Vancouver) | Oxygen Art Centre, 320 Vernon St Unit-3, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 4E4, Canada
Event: Friday, May 3, 2024 @ 7 PM (Free!)
All held at Oxygen’s facility (#3-320 Vernon St., Nelson, BC)
Oxygen Art Centre is delighted to present the second event of 2024’s Author Reading Series featuring Corinna Chong and Matt Rader at an in-person reading event on Friday, May 3, 2024 @ 7 PM.
This event is free, everyone welcome! No registration is required.
The event will feature readings by Chong and Rader, in addition to an emerging writer in the Selkirk College Creative Writing program. A short question and answer period will close the event.
This program is generously supported by the Columbia Kootenay Cultural Alliance. Learn more about this event and upcoming events and workshops, here.

GRAPHIC NOVEL AUTHOR TALK!
2024-05-03 19:00 - 20:30 (America/Vancouver) | Kaslo & District Public Library, 413 4th St, Kaslo, V0G 1M0
The story of a Kootenay summer: forests are burning, activists are blockading, and a rookie wildfire fighter joins her first crew. A sneak peek at We Were Found in the Fires, with writer-artists @nathancomics and Anne DeGrace.
May 3rd at 7:00 pm

The Music of John Lennon and Joni Mitchell
2024-05-03 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Vancouver) | The Langham, 447 A Avenue, Kaslo, BC, V0G 1M0, Canada
The Music of John Lennon and Joni Mitchell featuring multiple JUNO Award nominees.
Yvette Toller – Vocals
Michael Occhipinti – Guitar
Tony Ferraro – Drums
Jill Mckenna – Bass
Yvette Roller and Michael Occhipiniti are two of Canadas most imaginative musicians, using jazz, soul, and popular song to interprite the the music of two great songwriters in deeply personal and creative ways. Do not miss this very special night
Tickets $20 Available at Sunnyside & Willow or email langham@netidea.com to purchase

REVY.Tracks: Josh Feinberg
2024-05-03 19:30 - 21:00 (America/Vancouver) | Revelstoke Railway Museum, 719 Track St W, Revelstoke, V0E 2S0
REVY.Tracks, Arts Revelstoke’s concert series collaboration with the Revelstoke Railway museum, returns May 3rd with a performance from sitarist, Josh Feinberg.
Josh began his musical training at 4 years old with western classical and jazz on piano and bass in New York City, studying with some of the most accomplished musicians on the scene including Dave Holland, Kenny Wheeler, Ben Monder, Paul Bley, Drew Gress, Bob Bowen, Dan Weiss, and Jacob Sacks among others. He was hailed as a prodigy performing in jazz venues and concert halls across the New York area including Lincoln Center, Alice Tully Hall, and many others. In his teens, Josh fell in love with the music of Ustad Ali Akbar Khan and Pandit Nikhil Banerjee, and shifted his focus to sitar and Hindustani music while pursuing his Bachelors degree from New England Conservatory.
Josh has been dazzling audiences around the world for 20 years. In 2019 Josh had 3 international tours including 25 concerts in 28 days for his India tour at some of the leading venues in the country. His other 2019 tours included 77 concerts in the United Kingdom, Australia, and concerts throughout the USA, making him one of the most in-demand sitarists currently performing. Josh is also one of very few young musicians who has performed with most of the top tabla artists in the world including Pt. Swapan Chaudhuri, Pt. Anindo Chatterjee, Pt Kumar Bose, and others. Josh is a regular at the Chicago World Music Festival and has performed for the Lotus World Music Festival, Harvard University, New England Conservatory, and countless other venues and festivals around the world.
This is a licensed event. Refreshment and beverages will be available for purchase. The event is family friendly, all ages are welcome.

HARPOONIST
2024-05-03 20:30 (America/Vancouver) | The Royal, 330 Baker Street Nelson, BC V1L 4H5, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 4H5, Canada
THE HARPOONIST
You ought to meet Harpoonist. Known to family, friends and hardcore fans as Shawn Hall. A harpoon/harmonica/harp virtuoso with a couple of decades in the hardcore, blues-based rock and roll trenches. D’you remember The Harpoonist and the Axe Murderer, Shawn’s duo with Matt Rogers for 17 blistering years at festivals and concert halls and clubs large and small, grungy and almost clean?
Well, Hall’s turned a new leaf. Harpoonist — Hall’s non-de-plume and the name of the band — is something else again. New songs. New record. New gritty, tough-assed swamp music with edge and off-the-wall lyrics. More importantly, new musical partner-in-crime Big Sugar’s Gordie Johnson. Harpoonist (the band) is something else: Hall on harpoon, and vocals of course, and some keys. And Johnson, Big Sugar’s Texas-based producer, guitarist on nearly everything else. Plus, Hall’s pal Jonas Shandel, who also helped write the songs.
Harpoonist is ready. There’s a new track ready to be released called “Good People” The made-in-Texas record is titled “Did We Come Here to Dance.” Due in February on Tonic Records label and on all the streaming services.
Oh, and you almost certainly will dance. Promise.

Kootenay Artisan Fair Spring Mothers Day Event
2024-05-04 10:00 - 18:00 (America/Vancouver) | Prestige Lakeside Resort, 701 Lakeside Dr, Nelson, British Columbia, BC V1L 6G3, Canada
Join over 60 Handmade, Local, Artisans for our 9th annual Spring/Mothers day event at the Prestige in Nelson.

One day only Saturday May 4th

$2 entry at the door 12 and under are free

Treat mom with a one of a kind gift or pick out something for yourself.

Want more information or want to see a full list of vendors? visit us at https://www.kootenayartisanfair.com/
We are currently full for this event. If you have any questions please email aviva@kootenayartisanfair.com

Guided Cold War Bunker tours
2024-05-04 11:00 - 12:00, 2024-05-11 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!

TALES OF THE EARTH | Discover Circus School Showcase
2024-05-04 15:30 - 2024-05-05 17:00 (America/Vancouver) | The Capitol Theatre, 421 Victoria Street, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 5R2, Canada
Discover Circus is proud to present the fifth annual Circus School showcase, Tales of the Earth at the Capitol Theater in Nelson.

Come one, come all to a Circus Journey exploring the Earth in all it’s unique ways! We will be celebrating weather systems, channeling earth animal and exploring different landscapes to share with you our finest Circus Acts and tricks performed by all ages.
There will be Aerial Silks, Aerial Hoop, Flow Arts, Trapeze and more. This year the show will be happening in two parts (think of one big intermission). Part 1 and Part 2 will be completely different. So if you want to join us for the full show, make sure to get tickets for both parts!
—— TWO DAYS ——
SATURDAY MAY 4th
PART 1 @ 3:30
PART 2 @ 7:00
SUNDAY MAY 5TH
PART 1 @ 12:00
PART 2 @ 3:30

This is a Family Friendly all ages show.
Tickets are $22 for each Part. Available at the Capitol Theater or online
There is a Family Ticket available for the Sunday Show only for purchase at the Capitol Theatre ($44 for one Adult & Two Kids Under 10)

VESPER VALENTINE PRESENTS: TOO HOTH TO HANDLE
2024-05-04 20:00 (America/Vancouver) | The Royal, 330 Baker Street Nelson, BC V1L 4H5, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 4H5, Canada
Vesper Valentine Presents
Star Wars – Too Hoth to Handle ~ A Burlesque Revue
Come get Hoth & Heavy with us and enjoy a galactic evening of enticing entertainment as Vesper Valentine presents the next chapter in the Star Wars saga. We are back with brand new acts and a cast full of sassy scoundrels and sinister sisters and misters who have come together to tempt and tease you into embracing the desires of the dark side of the force. Board our starship cruiser of provocative performers and allow us to take you on a pleasure cruise to some of the hottest spots in the galaxy!
Here for one night only on Saturday, May 4th, get your tickets while you can because this show is going to be out of this world! Dressing up is highly encouraged, we will have prizes for best dressed and a few other surprises that are yet to come!

A SUNDAY MARKET!
2024-05-05 12:00 - 16:00 (America/Vancouver) | The Royal, 330 Baker Street Nelson, BC V1L 4H5, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 4H5, Canada
Sun May 5th 12pm-4pm @ The Royal in Nelson
20 vendors! (Several brand new vendors too!)
On-site photography booth
Cinco de Mayo festivities
Mother’s Day gift ideas
Mimosa Special

Newkeys Place presents, Blues in The Afternoon with Sam Hurrie
2024-05-05 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

DANCING PLAGUE + TOTAL CHROMA + RENONCE w/ JAKOB and DARK ARTS MARKET
2024-05-05 19:00 - 2024-05-06 00:00 (America/Vancouver) | Oxygen Art Centre, 320 Vernon St Unit-3, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 4E4, Canada
Come one, come all to an evening of darkwave, EBM, post-industrial, and synth-punk music, and vending from local artisans.
On May 5th, Dancing Plague (Portland), Total Chroma (Vancouver) and Renonce (Montreal) will be performing at the Oxygen Art Centre on unceded Sinixt təmxʷúlaʔx (Nelson, BC) with support from JAKOB. The event will also include a Dark Arts Market featuring Little Magics, Pupille, sylvie Le sylvie, and Völur Chainmaille. This is a rare opportunity to hear and see the craft of these talented musicians and artists all in one place.
Dancing Plague, Total Chroma, and Renonce are joining forces for a tour across Turtle Island ahead of their appearances at Verboden 2024 (May 9-12). This event will be a taste of what is to come at the seventh annual darkwave festival on Coast Salish territory (Vancouver, BC).
Location: Oxygen Art Centre Address: 320 Vernon St Unit-3, Sinixt təmxʷúlaʔx (Nelson, BC) Date: Sunday May 5th, 2024
Time: EARLY SHOW Doors 7pm, Show 8pm Tickets: $15 advance (link below), $20 door
https://restlessnites.com/events/dancingplaguewithguestsdarkartsmarket5may2024
MUSICIAN BIOS:
DANCING PLAGUE: Portland, OR’s Dancing Plague makes broodingly intense but surprisingly emotional dark electronic music. Since the solo project’s inception in 2015, Dancing Plague has released four albums and four EPs, solidifying them in the world of darkwave and body music.
Words about new album, out March 2024: On their 5th studio album “Elogium”, Portland based electronic act Dancing Plague continues to flesh out and perfect their unique brand of crushing Darkwave. The album explores themes of loss, regret, rebirth and growth coupled with throbbing basslines, rave synths, and pounding drums. Dancing Plague balances aggressive waves of electronics with enough pop sensibilities and catchy hooks to be inviting to those new to the genre.
Bandcamp: www.dancingplaguemusic.bandcamp.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/dancingplaguemusic
Instagram: @dancingplaguemusic
Post-Punk.com single premiere: https://post-punk.com/portland-darkwave-project-dancing-plague-debuts-new-single-dreamless/
RENONCE: Renonce is a Montreal project of industrial/darkwave music created in 2021. Their second album Nuisance sonore was produced by Annie-Claude Deschênes (Duchess Says, Pypy) and mixed by the Toronto industrial duo Odonis Odonis. Noisier and more aggressive, it will be released in April 2024 on Verboden x Negative Gain. For fans of electronic saturation, industrial noise and vocal fry.
Bandcamp: https://renonce.bandcamp.com/album/nuisance-sonore
Instagram: @renoncemtl
TOTAL CHROMA: Total Chroma, the project of Canadian minimal synth artist Isku Katerwol, offers a creative fusion of Italo disco, classic EBM, minimal wave, and post punk sounds among other styles. Katerwol combines diverse influences into a genre-defying hybrid.
Bandcamp: https://totalchroma.bandcamp.com/album/lapland
Instagram: @totalchroma
JAKOB: The intertwined circle and triangle is an ancient alchemical symbol representing a precise transmutation. The extension of the triangle’s points beyond the parameters of the circle indicates that the reaction will take place free from coercion or control, where the radius of the transformation is wholly dependent upon the strength of the reaction. Extending this incantation to the transformative potential of music, it is also clear that carefully curated audio atmospheres have the capacity to provoke captivating responses among audiences.
Instagram: @jakobsounds
Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/jakob-sounds
DARK ARTS MARKET VENDORS:
LITTLE MAGICS
@_littlemagics
PUPILLE
@p.upille
SYLVIE LE SYLVIE
@sylvielesylvie
VÖLUR CHAINMAILLE
@volur.chainmaille
-No forms of bigotry, harassment or hate will be tolerated
-Consent is mandatory
-Celebrate responsibly
-Please contact us if you have any accessibility requirements and would like to attend
-Capacity is limited, please arrive early
#darkwave #ebm #industrial #synthpunk #verboden #goth

RANDOM KILLING, MTHRFKRS, LAUGHING SICKNESS
2024-05-08 00:00 (America/Vancouver) | The Royal, 330 Baker Street Nelson, BC V1L 4H5, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 4H5, Canada
Random Killing is a Toronto, Montreal and Oshawa based veteran Canadian punk rock band established in 1984. The group of childhood friends initially got together to jam some of their favourite punk rock music, just for a shits and giggles. The fun turned infectious, the jams continued and before long they had written their own songs, played their first shows, played on live television, recorded Take Our Flag (1985), a 7″ EP and made their first video of the title track. Their video aired on Rogers Cable, CityTV news, Much Music and won a cash prize at Trinity Square Video.

Graphic Novel Author Talk
2024-05-08 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Vancouver) | Nelson Public Library, 602 Stanley St, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 1N4, Canada
GRAPHIC NOVEL AUTHOR TALK! ???? The story of a Kootenay summer: forests are burning, old-growth activists are blockading, and a rookie wildfire fighter wrestles with her Doukhobor past while working to protect the future. We Were Found in the Fires, an in-progress book by writer-artist Nathan Wilkinson with writer Anne DeGrace, is coming to toi the Nelson Public Library with a talk and community discussion on the story and the process. If you have an interest in graphic novels, our B.C. wildfire situation, or the challenging process of writing culturally relevant fiction, join us. Appropriate for adults and older teens.
The creators acknowledge the support of the Columbia Kootenay Cultural Alliance, Kootenay Library Federation and Canada Council for the Arts.
Wed May 8th, 8am – 5pm

Youth Workshop – Visual Exploration Club – Ages 7-10
2024-05-08 15:30 - 16:30 (America/Vancouver) | 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.

Weekly Tango Mini Lesson & Practice
2024-05-08 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!

Youth Workshop – Visual Exploration Club – Ages 11-14
2024-05-09 15:30 - 16:30 (America/Vancouver) | 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.

Blind Date With a Book - Fundraiser
2024-05-09 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Edmonton) | 167 Deer Park Avenue, Kimberley, BC, V1A 2J5, 167 Deer Park Avenue, Kimberley, V1A 2J5
Are you ready to mingle, sip, and groove for a good cause? Join us for an entertaining evening, as we team up with Huckleberry Books to raise funds for Kimberley Kaleidoscope Arts Festival 2024 while sipping, nibbling, browsing for books, and enjoying live music and more.
Mark your calendars for Thursday, May 9, 2024, at 7 pm, and get ready for a mystery-filled night of matchmaking. Here’s how it works:
Blind Date Book: We’ve wrapped up stacks (and stacks!) of mystery books, each with a teaser on the package. It’s like a blind date with a book! Wander through the gallery and gift shop to find your perfect literary match while enjoying a drink and nibbling on snacks.
Live Music: Groove to the beats of Kimberley’s newest band, Howard Street Blend.
Tickets: Secure your spot for $35, which includes a blind date book, your first drink, and a $20 donation to the Kimberley Kaleidoscope Arts Festival. Plus, additional books and drinks will be available for purchase to keep the good times rolling.
Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to support the arts while having a blast.
Purchase your tickets online or drop by the gallery.
Let’s support local arts together. See you there!

JD Edwards Home Routes Concert
2024-05-09 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Vancouver) | Heddlestone Village Common House, 3260 Heddle Rd, Nelson, BC, V1L 6M3, Canada
Please mark your calendars for the Home Routes, JD Edwards concert in the Heddlestone Village Common House, 3260 Heddle Rd, 6 Mile, on Thusday, May 9th starting at 7 p.m. Admission $25 at the door.
Sample of JD Edward’s music: https://youtu.be/xCGFoi7yUIc?feature=shared
Tell your friends!

Women’s Adventure Film Tour
2024-05-10 18:30 - 21:30 (America/Vancouver) | Nelson United Church, 602 Silica Street, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 4N1, Canada
Join us for an exciting evening filled with empowering stories, breathtaking landscapes, and inspiring women pushing their limits. This in-person event will be held at the Nelson United Church, in its unique sanctuary space. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. to allow ticket holders time to peruse a silent auction full of outdoor gear and gift certificates from choice local business like The Uphill Market and La Ruelle Bakery, and covetable outdoor brands like Arc’teryx and MEC. The films will begin at 7:00 p.m. All funds raised will go toward building the new Kootenay Climbing & Community Centre (aka the Cube 2.0). The 2024 WAF Tour is brought to you by the Kootenay Climbing Association (the non-profit society that oversees the Cube), Cube staff & volunteers, and event sponsor Whitewater Ski Resort.

Langham Gallery Opening Night
2024-05-10 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Vancouver) | The Langham, 447 A Avenue, Kaslo, BC, V0G 1M0, Canada
Opening night at the Langham in Kaslo. Join us from 7-9 pm on Friday May 10 at the gallery for the opening of 2 new exhibits:
‘Hidden in Plain Sight’ by Lorenzo Pepito and ‘Lands Far Away’ by Abby Wilson. Come out and enjoy an evening of artist talks, refreshments, and of course, Art!
This event is free – everyone welcome.

Lands Far Away – Opening Reception
2024-05-10 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Vancouver) | The Langham, 447 A Avenue, Kaslo, BC, V0G 1M0, Canada
Join us @ The Langham in Kaslo, on Friday May 10 from 7-9 pm for the opening of ‘Lands Far Away’ by Nelson based artist Abby Wilson. Come and meet the artist and enjoy an evening of art with us! This event is free and open to everyone.
“Lands Far Away ” pushes the boundaries between imagination and reality, stretching familiar Kootenay landscapes into deeper fantasy worlds. Nelson artist Abby Wilson gathers reference material while hiking in the mountains, focusing on capturing local landscapes that remind her of JRR Tolkein’s poetic descriptions of Middle Earth. Wilson’s photos and Tolkein’s phrases are used to prompt Midjourney Artificial Intelligence (AI), creating unique landscapes fed by multiple imaginations. Wilson revises the generated landscapes, and then paints them in her own style.

Alice in Wonderland
2024-05-10 19:30 - 21:00 (America/Vancouver) | The Capitol Theatre, 421 Victoria Street, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 5R2, Canada
Get your tickets to this middle school Waldorf production of “Alice in Wonderland” at the Capitol Theatre next Friday. This elaborate and family-friendly production features a giant Cheshire Cat operated by five students, original music by Vanya Popov, digital art projections, and the participation of the grade 5 class in supporting roles. Tickets available at the Box Office or using the QR code on the event poster. See you down the rabbit hole—don’t be late!

BRASS CAMEL
2024-05-10 20:00 (America/Vancouver) | The Royal, 330 Baker Street Nelson, BC V1L 4H5, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 4H5, Canada
A five headed prog funk hydra!

Alice in Wonderland
2024-05-10 21:30 (America/Vancouver) | The Capitol Theatre, 421 Victoria Street, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 5R2, Canada
Take a tumble down the rabbit hole with Alice, and land in a whimsical world of rhymes, ridiculousness, and otherworldly characters. As Alice desperately seeks to make her way back home, she stumbles into a series of strange situations featuring a raging Queen of Hearts, a mystical Caterpillar, Tweedledee and Tweedledum, Humpty Dumpty, plus a very nice and helpful Cheshire Cat!
This delightful production of Lewis Carroll’s classic is performed by students from the Nelson Waldorf School, most of whom have been acting in theatre productions for the past seven years. We hope you’ll come down the rabbit hole—don’t be late!
Two shows:
4:30pm & 7:30pm

Performance venue:
The Capitol Theatre
421 Victoria Street
Nelson, BC V1L 5R2
Phone: (250) 352-6363

Met Opera: Madama Butterfly
2024-05-11 09:55 - 13:30 (America/Vancouver) | The Royal Theatre, 1597 Bay Ave, Trail, V1R 4B2, Canada
Extraordinary soprano Asmik Grigorian tackles the demanding role of Cio-Cio-San, the loyal geisha at the heart of Puccini’s devastating tragedy. Tenor Jonathan Tetelman stars as the callous American naval officer Pinkerton, whose betrayal destroys her.
Live Streamed Met Opera, held at The Royal Theatre in Trail BC

Saturday Storytime & Author Reading
2024-05-11 10:30 - 12:00 (America/Vancouver) | Nelson Public Library, 602 Stanley St, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 1N4, Canada
Join local author Kathryn Hartley read from her new novel Castle Mountain at The Nelson Public Library
Author Reading at 10:30am
Followed by crafting from 11am to noon
Book will be available for purchase
Synopsis:
MOUNTAINS CAN BE MAGICAL PLACES.
BUT DANGER IS NEVER FAR AWAY.
There were two things Joanie knew for certain when she woke up that morning:
1. There was no way Mom was going to let any of them
get out of marching up a mountain today.
2. She didn’t want to be a part of this family any more.
Every May long weekend Joanie’s mom made the family do their traditional spring hike. At nine, Joanie thought she was old enough to go stay at a friend’s instead of trudging up a mountain. But Chloe, her annoying older sister, and Matt, her self-centered brother, had both tried that before and it had never worked for them. So she knew she was doomed to do it again today. They all were. When Mom said jump, they all jumped. Even Dad. And Dad was sick. No one talked about it but you’d have to be stupid not to notice.
Then there was Chloe and Matt. Both teenagers. Both with attitude. The thought of spending a whole day with them, with no escape, made her want to turn into a little black beetle and crawl under the bed.
The magic and mystery of Castle Mountain will hold all their lives in its stony grip. Joanie and her family will be challenged beyond anything they have ever faced before. Will they be able to overcome what the mountain has in store?
