BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//West Kootenay Regional Arts Council - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for West Kootenay Regional Arts Council REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Vancouver BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20240310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20241103T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20250309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20251102T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20260308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20261101T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250723T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250723T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T133055 CREATED:20250604T184551Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250724T004714Z UID:16317-1753275600-1753279200@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Wednesday Bunker Tours DESCRIPTION: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!\n\nFrom 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.\n\nWednesday Bunker tours run seasonally from June to September. Saturday Bunker tours are offered year-round. Click on the link to register. Adult admission required – children under 19 are always free! URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/wednesday-bunker-tours-6/ LOCATION:Nelson Museum\, Archives & Gallery\, 502 Vernon Street\, Nelson\, V1L 4E7\, Canada CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Exhibition/Speakers,Kid Friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2025/06/20174553/IMG_2807-copy-qXUm5k.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Nelson Museum%2C Archives &%3B Gallery":MAILTO:info@nelsonmuseum.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250723T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250723T233000 DTSTAMP:20260403T133056 CREATED:20250612T000133Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250724T004715Z UID:16703-1753299000-1753313400@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:ANGELIQUE FRANCIS DESCRIPTION:This multi-talented\, multi-instrumentalist\, multi-genre singer song  writer and composer has wowed audiences across the globe with her  electrifying performances\, instrumental abilities and powerful textured  vocals. She is known for her eclectic mix of various musical genres  including Blues\, Soul\, Folk\, Americana\, Jazz\, Gospel and Rock. Angelique  has shared the stage/opened for a large roster of well-known musicians  such as Buddy Guy\, Gary Clark Jr\, Joe Bonamassa\, Eric Gales\, Keb’ Mo’\,  Jimmy Vivino\, Beth Hart\, Tom Cochran\, Burton Cummings\, Sugar Ray and the  list goes on. Her diversity\, passion and love of music can be heard in  all of her original compositions. URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/angelique-francis-2/ LOCATION:The Royal\, 330 Baker Street Nelson\, BC V1L 4H5\, Nelson\, British Columbia\, V1L 4H5\, Canada CATEGORIES:Calendar,Live Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/avif:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2025/06/20174537/angelique-erSzX0.avif END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250724T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250724T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T133056 CREATED:20250428T204958Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250724T220213Z UID:14391-1753372800-1753387200@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Summer Lovin’ FREE Thursdays DESCRIPTION: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. URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/spring-fling-free-thursdays-21/ LOCATION:Nelson Museum\, Archives & Gallery\, 502 Vernon Street\, Nelson\, V1L 4E7\, Canada CATEGORIES:Art,Calendar,Kid Friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2025/06/20174552/summer-lovin-insta-FLsxqR.png ORGANIZER;CN="Nelson Museum%2C Archives &%3B Gallery":MAILTO:info@nelsonmuseum.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250724T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250724T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T133056 CREATED:20250630T165215Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250724T220216Z UID:17327-1753376400-1753387200@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Kootenay Savings Music in the Park DESCRIPTION:Kootenay Savings Music in the Park \nGyro Park\, Trail \nThe Trail & District Arts Council is excited to present a range of great musicians at Kootenay Savings Music in The Park. With two acts per night\, it’s the perfect opportunity for all the family to get together outside and listen to great live music in beautiful Gyro Park from June 26 to August 14. Regular Music in the Park Nights start at 6:15 with the headliner at 7:00 pm. \nTo make the season even more fun\, we will see the return of the popular Night Markets on July 17 and August 14 as we once again collaborate with Trail’s Incredible Farmers Market. These awesome events bring the community together for Music\, Food\, Beer Garden and Farmers Market.  These special events run from 5-8:30 pm. \nAnd we have two new events. The Friday night Music in the Dark Beach Dance Party on August 8 will feature DJs and dance-heavy music from Apollo Suns our headliners. Happening from dusk ‘til dark from 7-9:30 pm admission is $10 at the door for this no alcohol event recommended for ages 15 and up. \nOn July 24\, RemarkABILITY Fest\, in partnership with Diverse Family Roots\, will provide unique experiences to engage the public and celebrate inclusion and diverse community.. \nFREE shuttle buses run from 5:30 -9:00 from Trail Safeway and Trail Arena for the July 17\, 24 and August 14 events. \n  \nMusic in the Park Schedule \nThurs. June 26: \n\nTrail Maple Leaf Band’s 30 to 40 band members will play tunes that delight everyone including concert band pieces\, show tunes and movie medleys and marches\nTrail Pipe Band will engage the audience playing pipe band favourites from their huge repertoire. They will be joined by guests the B. McJones Highland Dancers for Scottish piping and dancing.\n\nThurs. July 3 \n\nTruckvancar is a five-piece\, Alt. Soul\, Reggae\, Rock band out of Rossland and Trail B.C. They play original music and cover tunes that they make their own for a groovy fusion of rock\, reggae and everything in between.\nTina Leon is a singer-songwriter from Montreal who draws her inspiration from the Motown generation and the soul music of the last decades for a colorful musical journey through jazzy\, funk\, and pop rhythms with rich and enchanting melodies.\n\nThurs.\, July 10 \n\nShuffle Demons have a unique and unmistakable sound. A trademark fusion of jazz\, funk\, blues\, and rap with finely crafted compositions from all five band members.\nStubbs and the are rooted in Rossland. This 5-piece plays crowd-pleasing covers and independent original and theatrical music with lyrics in 10 different languages.\n\nThurs.\, July 17: The Night Market \n\nTwin Fiddles and Friends have been Castlegar Fiddle camp Instructors and playing MITP for 20 years. Gordon Stobbe and JJ Guy and two more instructors (tbc) will play Canadian Old Time Fiddle Music. features favourites of the fiddling world JJ Guy and Gordon Stobbe\, whose distinctive original tunes are written in the twin fiddle style with lead and harmony lines that reflect their shared love for traditional fiddle music\,\nMimi O’Bonsawin is a contemporary roots singer-songwriter born in Ontario of French Canadian & W8banaki (Abénaki) heritage. Her story-driven\, ethereal music whisks you away with uplifting melodies that weave pop sensibilities with acoustic instruments.\nMeredith Moon plays unique\, non-traditional folk with her finger-style guitar\, piano\, lap dulcimer and clawhammer banjo complementing her lyrical storytelling.\n\n  \nThurs.\, July 24: RemarkABILITY (Celebrating Inclusion and Diverse community in Partnership with Diverse Family Roots) \n\nRock Squad is a 4-piece band covering classic rockers from the past that will rock your socks off! The band was formed after two members Luc Picard (drums) and Marshall (Guitar) met at Autism BC during one of their Awareness Events. Joining them in Andrew MacFarlane on lead guitar and dean on bass.\n\n  \n\nRhythm by Nature will run 20-minute drumming workshops at 5:15\, 6:00 and 6:45 where you will learn about and experiment with different drums and drumming techniques. No experience needed. All ages friendly.\n\nThurs.\, July 31 \n\nKim Churchill is an Australian singer-songwriter who brings a distinctive presence to the stage. Kim is known for his laidback folk style\, often described as “ocean-side blues.”\nShooglenifty was formed in 1990 by musicians from the Scottish Highlands\, Orkney and Edinburgh. Its bright spark was the idea of fusing traditional and traditional-sounding melodies with the beats and basslines of a mixed bag of more contemporary influences.\n\n  \nThurs.\, August 7 \n\nTenise Marie Trio – Tenise Marie is a multi-instrumentalist based in Nelson\, whose original music pairs soulful vocals with acoustic guitar\, piano\, and oud\, crafting a unique blend of Western and Eastern folk music\, reflective of her own heritage.\nJohn Reischman and The Jaybirds play a stylish take on bluegrass that blends original songs and instrumentals with Appalachian old-time music.\n\n  \nFriday\, August 8: Music in the Dark \n\nDJ TBA\nApollo Suns is a 7-piece instrumental collective from Winnipeg\, Manitoba that fuses jazz\, rock and psychedelic music to create their own unique sounds with the dancefloor in mind.\n\nThurs.\, August 14: Night Market \n\nBella Cat is a dynamic and soulful vocalist whose electrifying performances blend R&B\, funk\, blues\, hip-hop\, and pop for an unforgettable\, immersive and thrilling experience.\nThe Latin Lovers are seven extremely dynamic musicians from The Slocan who play Latin Fusion. With a mix of original songs and well-known Spanish covers\, they invite the audience to participate by adding harmonies and playing shakers.\n\nSo\, bring a lawn chair and your dancing shoes for a Summer of live music in the park! \nAdmission is by donation – $3 per person minimum suggested. Or support the Trail Arts Council’s programming by buying a Season Pass for the whole summer for $30! You may buy a pass at trail-arts.com by clicking on any of the Music in the Park events and clicking the “Buy” button. Or buy them in person at Gyro Park with cash or credit card.\nPlease note that entrance for Music in the Dark is $10. \nThis show is made possible thanks to support from BC Arts Council\, BC Live Performance Network\, the Government of Canada\, Kootenay Savings\, City of Trail\, Columbia Basin Trust\, Pharmasave Trail\, Teck Trail Operations\, HUB International\, Summit 95.7 FM and Tourism South Kootenay. We also gratefully acknowledge the financial support of the Province of British Columbia. \nShows are moved indoors if the weather is not cooperative. Check our Facebook page by 2:00 pm on Thursdays for the exact location. URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/kootenay-savings-music-in-the-park-4/ LOCATION:Trail Gyro Park\, 234 Park Rd\, Trail\, British Columbia\, V1R 4X7\, Canada CATEGORIES:Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2025/06/20174510/with-sponsors-and-band-names-bh-fHOwMB.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Trail &%3B District Arts Council":MAILTO:info@trail-arts.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250724T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250724T203000 DTSTAMP:20260403T133056 CREATED:20250630T165212Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250724T220337Z UID:17328-1753376400-1753389000@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:RemarkABILITY Fest with Rock Squad and Rhythm By Nature at Music in the Park DESCRIPTION:The Trail & District Arts Council is excited to present a range of great musicians at Kootenay Savings Music in The Park. With two acts per night\, it’s the perfect opportunity for all the family to get together outside and listen to great live music in beautiful Gyro Park from June 26 to August 14. \nOn July 24\, our new event RemarkABILITY Fest\, in partnership with Diverse Family Roots\, will provide unique experiences to engage the public and celebrate inclusion and diverse community. \nRemarkABILITY Fest is the first of its kind in Trail and our headliners\, Rock Squad\, include members who are Autistic who are excited to bring their music on the road for the first time ever! \nRock Squad is a 4-piece band covering classic rockers from the past that will rock your socks off! The band was formed after two members Luc Picard (drums) and Marshall (Guitar) met at Autism BC during one of their Awareness Events. \n  \nLuc is also the inspiration for Rock4autism. He was diagnosed with autism before his 3rd birthday\, and has been drumming since he could sit up! He won the K-5 talent show in grade 3 with his keys and vocals rendition of Song Sung Blue by Neil Diamond. In 2016 he began performing at Open Mic jams in the Vancouver area\, and now he plays bass\, drums\, keys along with guitar. \n  \nRock4autism had its first Fundraiser at the Paddlewheeler Pub in 2017\, because the staff at the pub loved Luc so much. They donated over $2\,000.00 to Autism BC at that time\, and in 2018 Rock4autism 2 took place at the outdoor stage at Rocky Point Park in Port Moody and that is where Rock Squad was born. \n  \nThe rest of Rock Squad tonight are Andrew MacFarlane on lead guitar and Dean on bass. Andrew is a very talented professional musician\, and has been a supporter of Rock4autism ever since it all started at his Open Mic jam. Get ready to rock with Andy on board! \n  \nPlaying classic rockers from the past…from Lay Down Sally\, to Rock and Roll All Night\, to Born to be Wild\, you’ll want to chill near the dance floor….Luc and Marshall also love to engage with the crowd…we all know it’s more fun for the band AND the crowd when there’s crowd participation!! \n  \nTo add to the evening’s experience\, Rhythm by Nature will be running 20-minute drumming workshops at 5:15 pm\, 6:00 pm\, and 6:45. \nSet free your inner rhythm\, connect with your community\, and let the beat move you in a fully interactive and immersive drumming experience! Participants will learn about and experiment with different drums and drumming techniques. No drumming experience needed and all the instruments are provided. Fun for all ages. \nFacilitator Patrick Carrick is a professional percussionist\, and music educator. Patrick’s drumming has taken him all around the world and his workshops employ a multicultural approach\, not based on any ethnospecific traditions\, cultures\, or rhythms\, so that the experience is accessible to everyone. \nAlso on location will be hands-on activities\, info booths\, vendors and food. Please note that anyone applying to participate in activities\, info booths or vendors MUST be an organization that supports people with disabilities OR be led by a person with a disability. \nFREE shuttle buses run from 5:30 -9:00 from Trail Safeway and Trail Arena at this event. \nAlso tonight you won’t want to miss a sneak peek at the talented kids in this year’s Triple Threat Theatre double-feature performance “Aristocats” and “Seussical the Musical”. \nSo\, bring a lawn chair and your dancing shoes for a Summer of live music in the park! \nAdmission is by donation – $3 per person  minimum suggested. Or support the Trail Arts Council’s programming by buying a Season Pass for the whole summer for $30! You may buy a pass at trail-arts.com by clicking on any of the Music in the Park events and clicking the “Buy” button. Or buy them in person at Gyro Park with cash or credit card. Please note that entrance for Music in the Dark is $10. \nThis show is made possible thanks to support from BC Arts Council\, BC Live Performance Network\, the Government of Canada\, Kootenay Community Council\, Kootenay Savings\, City of Trail\, Columbia Basin Trust\, Pharmasave Trail\, Teck Trail Operations\, HUB International Insurance\, Summit 95.7 FM and Tourism South Kootenay. We also gratefully acknowledge the financial support of the Province of British Columbia. URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/remarkability-fest-with-rock-squad-and-rhythm-by-nature-at-music-in-the-park/ LOCATION:Trail Gyro Park\, 234 Park Rd\, Trail\, British Columbia\, V1R 4X7\, Canada CATEGORIES:Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2025/06/20174508/remarkability-2-XPCeuu.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Trail &%3B District Arts Council":MAILTO:info@trail-arts.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250726T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250726T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T133056 CREATED:20250428T204958Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250726T211713Z UID:14452-1753527600-1753531200@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Saturday Bunker tours DESCRIPTION: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!\n\nFrom 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.\n\nClick on the link to register. Adult admission required – children under 19 are always free! (https://form-can.keela.co/bunker-tours) URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/guided-cold-war-bunker-tours-90/ LOCATION:Nelson Museum\, Archives & Gallery\, 502 Vernon Street\, Nelson\, V1L 4E7\, Canada CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Kid Friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2023/09/20182335/17-UdtcgC.tmp_.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Nelson Museum%2C Archives &%3B Gallery":MAILTO:info@nelsonmuseum.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250726T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250726T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T133056 CREATED:20250709T222750Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250726T211713Z UID:17675-1753534800-1753545600@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:InSight: Creative Soma Studio DESCRIPTION:Join in on a gentle journey inward through somatic inquiry and art therapy.  Using focusing oriented art therapy techniques we’ll explore a felt sense to experience the body’s innate wisdom to guide us towards new insight and self awareness. URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/insight-creative-soma-studio/ LOCATION:Sanctuary Art Therapy\, 406 Josephine St #203\, Nelson\, V1L 1W3 CATEGORIES:Art,Calendar,Community Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2025/07/20174445/Creative-5Pb51i.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Juanita Kiff":MAILTO:heartwithinart@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250726T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250726T210000 DTSTAMP:20260403T133056 CREATED:20250729T182514Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T182514Z UID:18128-1753552800-1753563600@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Cry Bebes Yacht Rock Garden DESCRIPTION:Putting the SAD back and your SADderday nights LIVE this week at the World famous HUME BEER GARDEN! set sale for a sentimental journey as the Titan of tears himself Navigates this ship through the rough waters of emotions from 6 until 9 PM! Family friendly\, kids and dogs welcome! URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/cry-bebes-yacht-rock-garden/ LOCATION:Hume Hotel Beer Garden Stage\, 422 Vernon Street\, Nelson\, British Columbia\, V1L 4E5\, Canada CATEGORIES:Calendar,Comedy,Food/Beverage,Live Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2025/07/20174425/image0-3-PGvGio.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Hume Hotel":MAILTO:info@humehotel.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250726T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250726T210000 DTSTAMP:20260403T133056 CREATED:20250701T171403Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250701T171403Z UID:17473-1753556400-1753563600@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Music in the Park Festival Series DESCRIPTION:By Donation Event brought to you by The Slocan Lake Arts Council (SLAC) \nKootenay River Renegades \nKootenay River Renegades are a hard-driving and electric quartet that perform a heady mix of roots and blues as well as catchy rock classics and some tasty originals. Holly Hyatt on Vocals and bass\, Jon Burden on Vocals and Guitar\, Steve Wilson on Drums and Clint Swanson on Sax\, 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. URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/music-in-the-park-festival-series-2/ LOCATION:Centennial Park\, New Denver CATEGORIES:Calendar,Live Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2025/07/20174454/Music-in-the-Park-2025-1-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Slocan Lake Arts Council":MAILTO:slocanlakeartscouncil@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250727T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250727T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T133056 CREATED:20250627T052510Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250727T220212Z UID:17215-1753614000-1753624800@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:JULY 27\, 2025: MEADOW CREEK\, BC – Farm Tour and Potluck at Earth Temple Gardens DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to a Farm Tour and Potluck at Earth Temple Gardens in Meadow Creek\, BC! Come out to connect with other farmers and food lovers\, share a potluck meal and learn how to operate a farm in a remote location. \nEarth Temple Gardens is an organic farm situated in the rural community of Meadow Creek\, nestled between the Selkirk and Purcell mountain ranges at the north end of Kootenay Lake. Owner and operator Michael Silver first established the farm over 10 years ago\, on leased land. When the land was sold in 2023\, Michael worked with the B.C. Land Matching Program to develop a land agreement with the new landholders. Since then\, Earth Temple Gardens has continued to supply the community with organic vegetables and medicinal herbs. Michael’s mission is to grow healthy produce in the most sustainable way possible – he believes that nourishing local communities and enriching the biodiversity of the land are far from mutually exclusive. \nDuring the farm tour\, we will learn about Michael’s approach to sustainable agriculture and his experience selling through multiple sales channels\, including: farmers’ markets\, farm stand\, and wholesale. Nyree\, the Columbia Basin Land Matcher\, will also be there to discuss how she can help you find a farmer for your land or farmland where you can build your dream farm business. The afternoon will wrap up with a potluck meal\, with plenty of time to ask questions and socialize. \nCome out to learn about land matching and check out what your local farmers are up to! \nDATE: July 27\, 2025 • 11am – 2pm \nLOCATION: Ktunaxa\, Sinixt\, and Syilx Territory. 13270 BC-31\, Meadow Creek\, BC \nDIRECTIONS/PARKING: The farm is located right off of Highway 31 (Balfour-Kaslo-Galena Bay Highway)\, close to where it intersects with Meadow Creek Rd. There is parking space available on the farm. Carpooling is encouraged – if you are looking for or can offer a ride to or from the event\, you can organize carpooling through the Facebook event (coming soon). Please do not bring pets to the event. Kids are welcome! More information below. \nREGISTER: So that we can plan for the tour and potluck\, please register on Eventbrite. URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/july-27-2025-meadow-creek-bc-farm-tour-and-potluck-at-earth-temple-gardens/ LOCATION:Earth Temple Gardens\, 13270 BC-31\, Meadow Creek\,\, V0G 1N0 CATEGORIES:Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2025/06/20174506/banner-2025-July-27-Earth-Temple-Gardens-2-720x377-1-iX0gng.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250727T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250727T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T133056 CREATED:20250715T000204Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250727T220212Z UID:17881-1753614000-1753632000@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Free Copper Etching Workshop DESCRIPTION:Metal Arts Guild Slocan Valley\nand sponsors invite you to a\nFree Copper Etching Workshop\nSunday July 27\, 11-4\nAt the Slocan Valley Threads Guild in Winlaw\n7112 Perrys Back Road\, Winlaw\, B.C.\nAdults only\, email to register\nmagslovalley@gmail.com URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/free-copper-etching-workshop/ LOCATION:Slocan Valley Threads Guild\,\, 7112 Perrys Back Road\, Winlaw\, V0G 2J0 CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events ORGANIZER;CN="Metal Arts Guild of Slocan Valley":MAILTO:magslovalley@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250727T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250727T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T133056 CREATED:20250718T180044Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250718T180044Z UID:18029-1753614000-1753632000@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Free Copper Etching Workshop DESCRIPTION:Metal Arts Guild Slocan Valley\nand sponsors invite you to a\nFree Copper Etching Workshop\nSunday July 27\, 11-4\nAt the Slocan Valley Threads Guild in Winlaw\n7112 Perrys Back Road\, Winlaw\, B.C.\nAdults only\, email to register\nmagslovalley@gmail.com URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/free-copper-etching-workshop-2/ LOCATION:Slocan Valley Threads Guild\,\, 7112 Perrys Back Road\, Winlaw\, V0G 2J0 CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2025/07/20174426/etching-poster.pdf ORGANIZER;CN="Metal Arts Guild of Slocan Valley":MAILTO:magslovalley@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250727T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250727T190000 DTSTAMP:20260403T133056 CREATED:20250428T204958Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250727T220212Z UID:14480-1753632000-1753642800@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Newkeys Place presents\, Blues in The Afternoon with Sam Hurrie DESCRIPTION:Newkeys Place in Crawforbay presents\, Blues in The Afternoon with Sam Hurrie\, Like with friends. \nSundays 4-7 URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/newkeys-place-presents-blues-in-the-afternoon-with-sam-hurrie-77/ LOCATION:New Key’s Pub\, 16070 BC-3A\, Crawford Bay\, BC\, V0B 1E0\, Canada CATEGORIES:Calendar,Live Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2024/02/20182019/421386343_794638979369624_4824241606627690411_n-MipTQS.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250727T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250727T203000 DTSTAMP:20260403T133056 CREATED:20250718T175243Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250718T175243Z UID:18023-1753641000-1753648200@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:On BEAUTY\, As We Come to it in the Forest DESCRIPTION:A Film Screening & Book Reading\, special evening event\, during the “true nature • environmental group exhibit” at Gallery 444\, Nelson \nBarbara Brown will be showing the film: “On BEAUTY\, As We Come to it in the Forest”.\nThis film is a half-hour deep dive into the beauty\, the wonder\, and the wisdom of the forest\, through her eyes as an artist. It features the stunning cinematography of filmmaker Isaac Carter\, with a gorgeous original soulful soundtrack by Noel Fudge. \nAfter the film Barbara will give readings from her book and sign copies of “Volume II: SYLVAN REFLECTIONS: Wanderings\, Painting sand Ponderings from the Forest”.\nFrom the back cover: “Filled with the poetry of the soul\, insightful quotes and delightful pictures\, Barbara Brown gives us a peek into the transformative power of spending time in the wild woods. Using her artistic talent\, Barbara’s book succeeds in bringing us into the enchanted realm of a healthy forest\, where we may find ourselves soothed\, heartened\, inspired\, uplifted and healed.”~ Ellen Dee Davidson\, Author of The Miracle Forest and Sacred Forest Bathing URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/on-beauty-as-we-come-to-it-in-the-forest/ LOCATION:Gallery 444\, 448 Baker St\, Nelson\, BC\, V1L 4H8\, Canada CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Film ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2025/07/20174427/BeautyFilmTitlePageScreenShot.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250728 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250729 DTSTAMP:20260403T133056 CREATED:20250718T175517Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250718T175517Z UID:18026-1753660800-1753747199@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:NELSON : Marketing for Hippies 101 Daylong Workshop - Brought to you by Storytelling Nelson. DESCRIPTION:Marketing can feel good.\nThat’s the premise of this workshop.\nYou don’t need to sell your soul to sell your work.\nToo much marketing (even by savvy\, conscious entrepreneurs) creates either no response or seems “over-hyped” and triggers a “used car salesman” reaction.\nIn short\, it feels awful. \nSince 2001\, I have traveled around North America & Europe working with conscious entrepreneurs just like you. Some successful\, others struggling. And I’ve gathered quite the assortment of success stories and strategies right from the horses’ mouths. This workshop is my best distillation and collection of those practices and stories. \nThis workshop is for those who know they need to market but who hate marketing. You don’t have to choose between ethics and effectiveness. \n“I met him a few years ago at a Grief and Gratitude Retreat. I noticed him immediately. He did not just sit and listen. While he listened he hand spun fleece off a distaff and onto a spindle. There he was\, unassuming master of marketing\, practicing the old craft of spinning wool that later he would knit into a variety of clothing and accessories. Beautiful! Deeply meaningful\, soul magnet!” – Ray Stothers URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/nelson-marketing-for-hippies-101-daylong-workshop-brought-to-you-by-storytelling-nelson/ LOCATION:Nelson Chamber Rail Station Boardroom\, 941 Baker Street\, Nelson\, V1L4X4 CATEGORIES:Calendar,Exhibition/Speakers ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2025/07/20174426/Tadmural.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Nelson Storytelling Guild":MAILTO:raystothers@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250728T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250728T170000 DTSTAMP:20260403T133056 CREATED:20250705T001816Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T003319Z UID:17545-1753693200-1753722000@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Marketing 101 for Hippies with Tad Hargrave DESCRIPTION:This Pay What You Can (PWYC) workshop offers ways to get clients that are deeply respectful\, trauma-informed\, and conscience-driven. \nMarketing can feel good.\nThat’s the premise of this workshop. \nYou don’t need to sell your soul to sell your work. URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/marketing-101-for-hippies-with-tad-hargrave/ LOCATION:Nelson Chamber Rail Station Boardroom\, 941 Baker Street\, Nelson\, V1L4X4 CATEGORIES:Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2025/07/20174451/Screenshot_20250703-122650_Chrome-SZAzqA.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Storytelling Nelson":MAILTO:nelsonstorytelling@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250728T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250728T170000 DTSTAMP:20260403T133056 CREATED:20250718T174622Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T003321Z UID:17966-1753693200-1753722000@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:NELSON : Marketing for Hippies 101 Daylong Workshop – Live DESCRIPTION:This Pay What You Can (PWYC) workshop offers ways to get clients that are deeply respectful\, trauma-informed\, and conscience-driven.\nMarketing can feel good.\nThat’s the premise of this workshop.You don’t need to sell your soul to sell your work.Too much marketing (even by savvy\, conscious entrepreneurs) creates either no response or seems “over-hyped” and triggers a “used car salesman” reaction.In short\, it feels awful.Since 2001\, I have traveled around North America & Europe working with conscious entrepreneurs just like you. Some successful\, others struggling. And I’ve gathered quite the assortment of success stories and strategies right from the horses’ mouths.This workshop is my best distillation and collection of those practices and stories.This workshop is for those who know they need to market but who hate marketing.You don’t have to choose between ethics and effectiveness.You can sell successfully and sleep soundly.\nIn general\, here’s who this workshop is for:Most of the folks who’ve come are service providers of some kind: in the Healing Arts or a Holistic Practitioner\, a Therapist\, Massage Therapist or Body-worker\, Yoga Instructor\, Herbalist\, Shamanic Practitioner\, Life-Coach\, Meditation Teacher etc. But I’ve also had crafters\, farmers and permaculture folks and they’ve loved it too. Everyone is welcome.\nIn this workshop you will learn how to:-Apply the Seven Fundamentals of the Marketing for Hippies approach (Space\, Ethics\, Niching\, Point of View Marketing\, Business Model\, Hub Marketing\, and Sharing).-Get more word-of-mouth and attract more of the clients you want (without ever sacrificing your integrity or spending a fortune).-Apply my best core ethical marketing strategies on how to market your business in a way that’s genuinely good-vibes\, deeply respectful\, trauma-informed\, consent-based\, conscience-driven\, courteous\, and that honours the dignity of everyone involved (including you).– Market your beautiful work beautifully – in a way that makes the world better.-Market with no fake scripts\, no pitching\, no inauthentic self-promotion\, no high-pressure sales tactics\, no manipulating anyone and make sure your marketing gets a positive response and creates warm feelings of trust.This is marketing you’ll actually do.My name is Tad Hargrave and I want to invite you to come and join us for this day-long workshop\, my signature event that I call Marketing for Hippies 101.PRICE: $25 deposit + Pay What You Want at the End.What does this mean?You pay $25 to secure your spot.And then you get to enjoy the workshop and\, at the very end\, you can pay me whatever you’d like to pay.It’s an honest-to-goodness\, decide-at-the-end\, no funny business\, pay-what-you-can/want deal.OR: Pay a flat $300 market value fee for the workshop upfront. If that feels good and convenient for you\, please choose this option. It’s something that’s been requested a number of times so I’m trying it out\, but either way is fine by me.\nIMPORTANT: CANCELLATIONSThese events often sell out. If you cancel last minute\, no-show\, or leave early please remember that someone who could have attended for the entire day could have had your space. If you aren’t committed to coming\, please wait until the last minute to see if any spots are available to someone planning to be there for the full day.\nWHAT TO BRING:– Pen and paper \, or a fresh document on your computer.– Payment: I prefer cash. Otherwise\, please be prepared to send me your PWYC fee at the end of the workshop. I’ll send you an email with a link to a payment button to make this payment online via PayPal or credit card.\nSCHEDULE:This day is mostly hands-on exercises\, reflection groups and Q&A based as you learn the core content of my approach to marketing.MORNING: Three Hours of Workshop (fifteen minute break halfway through)LUNCH: 90 MinutesAFTERNOON: Three and a Half Hours (fifteen minute break halfway through)\nSo that’s it.If you have any questions\, feel free to email us at mfhtour@gmail.com otherwise I hope to see you there.Stay Human\,Tad HargraveFounder\, marketingforhippies.com\nPS: BONUS! When you register for this workshop you’ll get a copy of my ebook How to Start \, which sells for $20 USD on my website. This book is a practical and refreshing\, seven-step workbook to use when marketing feels gross and awkward (you can do it all in one lazy\, rainy afternoon and you’ll use it for the rest of the life of your business).How to Start is a tiny workbook about a little idea that could make a big difference in every piece of marketing you ever do from here on. Here’s the little idea: what if you made the heart of your marketing strategy about how your marketing feels to you and others?\nTESTIMONIALS: What People Are Saying About My Workshops:“Just watched the Marketing for Hippies 101 workshop from the Starter Kit. By FAR the best workshop I’ve ever done . I totally feel the weird pressure off of me and ideas are pouring in.“– Tricia Scott*“Thank you for your starter kit. It is really the first type of marketing that has felt good to me . I am so grateful that you share all of this content for free. As a new start up I wouldn’t be in a position to pay for all the information.”*“I want to thank you for your Starter Kit. I was feeling down\, doubting myself and your videos made me feel better straight away! I have so much debt from so many courses that were NOT a fit for me. ”– MMG*” I’ve learned and understood more about marketing in this workshop\, than I have done in years. “*” I learned more practical and useful marketing strategies in Tad’s one day workshop than I did in my five year university business degree. It’s been three months since I attended Marketing for Hippies 101 and I have been taking his practical advice to a “T”. I nearly sold out my 40 person retreat this past weekend\, have connected with several “hubs”\, and finally have a business model that is profitable. His workshop was like the magic comb I didn’t know was possible to straighten out the mess and just have a simple marketing strategy that actually fucking works.”– Garett Rokosh*“I’m already putting in a good 3 hours a week with free materials. I’ve got some momentum and you/your framework makes sense and I enjoy it and have made more progress than with $10k business coaching investments.”About Tad HargraveTad Hargrave is a hippy who developed a knack for marketing (and then learned to be a hippy again).Since 2001\, he has been weaving together strands of ethical marketing\, Waldorf School education\, a history in the performing arts\, local culture making\, anti-globalization activism\, an interest in his ancestral\, traditional cultures\, community building and supporting local economies into his work helping people create profitable businesses that are ethically grown while restoring the beauty of the marketplace.You can learn more about Tad and his work at marketingforhippies.com URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/nelson-marketing-for-hippies-101-daylong-workshop-live/ LOCATION:Nelson & District Chamber of Commerce\, 91 Baker Street\, Nelson\, V1L4G8 CATEGORIES:Calendar,Exhibition/Speakers,Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2025/07/20174436/tad-hargrave-TC8oxL.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250730T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250730T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T133056 CREATED:20250604T184547Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T003216Z UID:16322-1753880400-1753884000@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Wednesday Bunker Tours DESCRIPTION: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!\n\nFrom 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.\n\nWednesday Bunker tours run seasonally from June to September. Saturday Bunker tours are offered year-round. Click on the link to register. Adult admission required – children under 19 are always free! URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/wednesday-bunker-tours-5/ LOCATION:Nelson Museum\, Archives & Gallery\, 502 Vernon Street\, Nelson\, V1L 4E7\, Canada CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Exhibition/Speakers,Kid Friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2025/06/20174553/IMG_2807-copy-qXUm5k.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Nelson Museum%2C Archives &%3B Gallery":MAILTO:info@nelsonmuseum.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250730T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250730T203000 DTSTAMP:20260403T133056 CREATED:20250715T000423Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T003349Z UID:17808-1753902000-1753907400@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Deep Roots panel discussion DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Nelson Museum for a panel discussion on our relationship to local forests\, featuring former MLA and logger Corky Evans\, West Kootenay Watershed founder and former RDCK director Ramona Faust\, fire mitigation and emergency preparedness expert Rik Valentine\, professional forester and forest ecologist Herb Hammond\, and representation from the Sinixt Confederacy. The discussion will be moderated by strategic resource planning consultant John Cathro. \nThis event is FREE and open to the public. URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/deep-roots-panel-discussion/ LOCATION:Nelson Museum\, Archives & Gallery\, 502 Vernon Street\, Nelson\, V1L 4E7\, Canada CATEGORIES:Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2025/07/20174439/deep-roots-panel-KCR-1-lOTUmG.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Nelson Museum%2C Archives &%3B Gallery":MAILTO:info@nelsonmuseum.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250730T203000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250730T233000 DTSTAMP:20260403T133056 CREATED:20250610T192012Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T003226Z UID:16706-1753907400-1753918200@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:RIPCORDZ\, RONG\, ADITS DESCRIPTION:What a lineup! Punk for the People! URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/ripcordz-rong-adits/ LOCATION:The Royal\, 330 Baker Street Nelson\, BC V1L 4H5\, Nelson\, British Columbia\, V1L 4H5\, Canada CATEGORIES:Calendar,Live Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/avif:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2025/06/20174537/rip-euKxvd.avif ORGANIZER;CN="Noise Cult Productions":MAILTO:thenelsonnoise@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250731T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250731T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T133056 CREATED:20250505T191157Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250801T001813Z UID:14700-1753977600-1753992000@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Summer Lovin’ FREE Thursdays DESCRIPTION: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. URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/spring-fling-free-thursdays-22/ LOCATION:Nelson Museum\, Archives & Gallery\, 502 Vernon Street\, Nelson\, V1L 4E7\, Canada CATEGORIES:Art,Calendar,Kid Friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2025/06/20174552/summer-lovin-insta-FLsxqR.png ORGANIZER;CN="Nelson Museum%2C Archives &%3B Gallery":MAILTO:info@nelsonmuseum.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250731T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250731T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T133056 CREATED:20250630T165209Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250801T001816Z UID:17331-1753981200-1753992000@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Kootenay Savings Music in the Park DESCRIPTION:Kootenay Savings Music in the Park \nGyro Park\, Trail \nThe Trail & District Arts Council is excited to present a range of great musicians at Kootenay Savings Music in The Park. With two acts per night\, it’s the perfect opportunity for all the family to get together outside and listen to great live music in beautiful Gyro Park from June 26 to August 14. Regular Music in the Park Nights start at 6:15 with the headliner at 7:00 pm. \nTo make the season even more fun\, we will see the return of the popular Night Markets on July 17 and August 14 as we once again collaborate with Trail’s Incredible Farmers Market. These awesome events bring the community together for Music\, Food\, Beer Garden and Farmers Market.  These special events run from 5-8:30 pm. \nAnd we have two new events. The Friday night Music in the Dark Beach Dance Party on August 8 will feature DJs and dance-heavy music from Apollo Suns our headliners. Happening from dusk ‘til dark from 7-9:30 pm admission is $10 at the door for this no alcohol event recommended for ages 15 and up. \nOn July 24\, RemarkABILITY Fest\, in partnership with Diverse Family Roots\, will provide unique experiences to engage the public and celebrate inclusion and diverse community.. \nFREE shuttle buses run from 5:30 -9:00 from Trail Safeway and Trail Arena for the July 17\, 24 and August 14 events. \n  \nMusic in the Park Schedule \nThurs. June 26: \n\nTrail Maple Leaf Band’s 30 to 40 band members will play tunes that delight everyone including concert band pieces\, show tunes and movie medleys and marches\nTrail Pipe Band will engage the audience playing pipe band favourites from their huge repertoire. They will be joined by guests the B. McJones Highland Dancers for Scottish piping and dancing.\n\nThurs. July 3 \n\nTruckvancar is a five-piece\, Alt. Soul\, Reggae\, Rock band out of Rossland and Trail B.C. They play original music and cover tunes that they make their own for a groovy fusion of rock\, reggae and everything in between.\nTina Leon is a singer-songwriter from Montreal who draws her inspiration from the Motown generation and the soul music of the last decades for a colorful musical journey through jazzy\, funk\, and pop rhythms with rich and enchanting melodies.\n\nThurs.\, July 10 \n\nShuffle Demons have a unique and unmistakable sound. A trademark fusion of jazz\, funk\, blues\, and rap with finely crafted compositions from all five band members.\nStubbs and the are rooted in Rossland. This 5-piece plays crowd-pleasing covers and independent original and theatrical music with lyrics in 10 different languages.\n\nThurs.\, July 17: The Night Market \n\nTwin Fiddles and Friends have been Castlegar Fiddle camp Instructors and playing MITP for 20 years. Gordon Stobbe and JJ Guy and two more instructors (tbc) will play Canadian Old Time Fiddle Music. features favourites of the fiddling world JJ Guy and Gordon Stobbe\, whose distinctive original tunes are written in the twin fiddle style with lead and harmony lines that reflect their shared love for traditional fiddle music\,\nMimi O’Bonsawin is a contemporary roots singer-songwriter born in Ontario of French Canadian & W8banaki (Abénaki) heritage. Her story-driven\, ethereal music whisks you away with uplifting melodies that weave pop sensibilities with acoustic instruments.\nMeredith Moon plays unique\, non-traditional folk with her finger-style guitar\, piano\, lap dulcimer and clawhammer banjo complementing her lyrical storytelling.\n\n  \nThurs.\, July 24: RemarkABILITY (Celebrating Inclusion and Diverse community in Partnership with Diverse Family Roots) \n\nRock Squad is a 4-piece band covering classic rockers from the past that will rock your socks off! The band was formed after two members Luc Picard (drums) and Marshall (Guitar) met at Autism BC during one of their Awareness Events. Joining them in Andrew MacFarlane on lead guitar and dean on bass.\n\n  \n\nRhythm by Nature will run 20-minute drumming workshops at 5:15\, 6:00 and 6:45 where you will learn about and experiment with different drums and drumming techniques. No experience needed. All ages friendly.\n\nThurs.\, July 31 \n\nKim Churchill is an Australian singer-songwriter who brings a distinctive presence to the stage. Kim is known for his laidback folk style\, often described as “ocean-side blues.”\nShooglenifty was formed in 1990 by musicians from the Scottish Highlands\, Orkney and Edinburgh. Its bright spark was the idea of fusing traditional and traditional-sounding melodies with the beats and basslines of a mixed bag of more contemporary influences.\n\n  \nThurs.\, August 7 \n\nTenise Marie Trio – Tenise Marie is a multi-instrumentalist based in Nelson\, whose original music pairs soulful vocals with acoustic guitar\, piano\, and oud\, crafting a unique blend of Western and Eastern folk music\, reflective of her own heritage.\nJohn Reischman and The Jaybirds play a stylish take on bluegrass that blends original songs and instrumentals with Appalachian old-time music.\n\n  \nFriday\, August 8: Music in the Dark \n\nDJ TBA\nApollo Suns is a 7-piece instrumental collective from Winnipeg\, Manitoba that fuses jazz\, rock and psychedelic music to create their own unique sounds with the dancefloor in mind.\n\nThurs.\, August 14: Night Market \n\nBella Cat is a dynamic and soulful vocalist whose electrifying performances blend R&B\, funk\, blues\, hip-hop\, and pop for an unforgettable\, immersive and thrilling experience.\nThe Latin Lovers are seven extremely dynamic musicians from The Slocan who play Latin Fusion. With a mix of original songs and well-known Spanish covers\, they invite the audience to participate by adding harmonies and playing shakers.\n\nSo\, bring a lawn chair and your dancing shoes for a Summer of live music in the park! \nAdmission is by donation – $3 per person minimum suggested. Or support the Trail Arts Council’s programming by buying a Season Pass for the whole summer for $30! You may buy a pass at trail-arts.com by clicking on any of the Music in the Park events and clicking the “Buy” button. Or buy them in person at Gyro Park with cash or credit card.\nPlease note that entrance for Music in the Dark is $10. \nThis show is made possible thanks to support from BC Arts Council\, BC Live Performance Network\, the Government of Canada\, Kootenay Savings\, City of Trail\, Columbia Basin Trust\, Pharmasave Trail\, Teck Trail Operations\, HUB International\, Summit 95.7 FM and Tourism South Kootenay. We also gratefully acknowledge the financial support of the Province of British Columbia. \nShows are moved indoors if the weather is not cooperative. Check our Facebook page by 2:00 pm on Thursdays for the exact location. URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/kootenay-savings-music-in-the-park-3/ LOCATION:Trail Gyro Park\, 234 Park Rd\, Trail\, British Columbia\, V1R 4X7\, Canada CATEGORIES:Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2025/06/20174510/with-sponsors-and-band-names-bh-fHOwMB.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Trail &%3B District Arts Council":MAILTO:info@trail-arts.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250801T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250801T210000 DTSTAMP:20260403T133056 CREATED:20250627T052506Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250801T234717Z UID:17216-1754071200-1754082000@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:ArtWalk 2025 Opening Night DESCRIPTION:Join the Nelson District Arts Council for the annual ArtWalk Opening night on Friday\, August 1st. Wander the street checking out the art at over 20 venues\, listen to music and be entertained as you stroll. URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/artwalk-2025-opening-night/ LOCATION:Downtown Nelson\, Various\, BC\, Canada CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Exhibition/Speakers,Kid Friendly,Live Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2025/06/20174516/artwalk-rbDu61.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Nelson &%3B District Arts Council":MAILTO:info@ndac.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250801T220000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250801T235900 DTSTAMP:20260403T133056 CREATED:20250803T024008Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250803T024008Z UID:18360-1754085600-1754092740@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:PARIS PICK w/ DAMIEN ALBLAS & YOUNG BRAISED DESCRIPTION:After two wild months on the road\, The Pricks are back for one heck of a homecoming show — and it’s their ONLY one this summer! Let’s make it count! 💃🪩🕺 \n🔥 Young Braised is kicking off the night with an original hip-hop/rap set \n🌈 Damien Alblas is bringing the heat with some psychedelic rock magic \n🚤  Paris Pick and the Pricks are closing it out with a full-blown yacht-rock dance party \n🎟️ TICKETS:\n$20 for Friday only // $30 for the 2-night bundle (Friday + Saturday with Bella Cat & Siren Recluse!) URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/paris-pick-w-damien-alblas-young-braised/ LOCATION:The Royal\, 330 Baker Street Nelson\, BC V1L 4H5\, Nelson\, British Columbia\, V1L 4H5\, Canada CATEGORIES:Calendar,Live Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2025/07/20174423/A92C34D9-4443-4366-8EB1-7AEAE2A0F024_1_102_o-SIJkMS.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250802T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250802T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T133056 CREATED:20250505T191157Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250802T221711Z UID:14748-1754132400-1754136000@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Saturday Bunker tours DESCRIPTION: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!\n\nFrom 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.\n\nClick on the link to register. Adult admission required – children under 19 are always free! (https://form-can.keela.co/bunker-tours) URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/guided-cold-war-bunker-tours-91/ LOCATION:Nelson Museum\, Archives & Gallery\, 502 Vernon Street\, Nelson\, V1L 4E7\, Canada CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Kid Friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2023/09/20182335/17-UdtcgC.tmp_.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Nelson Museum%2C Archives &%3B Gallery":MAILTO:info@nelsonmuseum.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250802T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250802T230000 DTSTAMP:20260403T133056 CREATED:20250618T170214Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250802T221712Z UID:16997-1754161200-1754175600@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Sam Hurrie Band on Soul’s Paradise Beach DESCRIPTION:A fun evening with great music 🙂 Park on Pilot Bay Road\, bring your chain & drinks. URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/sam-hurrie-band-on-souls-paradise-beach/ LOCATION:Soul’s Paradise\, 16961 Pilot Bay Road\, Kootenay Bay\, BC\, Canada CATEGORIES:Calendar,Kid Friendly,Live Performance,Markets/Festival ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2025/06/20174522/sam-6OZLbm.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250803T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250803T190000 DTSTAMP:20260403T133056 CREATED:20250505T191157Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250802T221712Z UID:14773-1754236800-1754247600@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Newkeys Place presents\, Blues in The Afternoon with Sam Hurrie DESCRIPTION:Newkeys Place in Crawforbay presents\, Blues in The Afternoon with Sam Hurrie\, Like with friends. \nSundays 4-7 URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/newkeys-place-presents-blues-in-the-afternoon-with-sam-hurrie-78/ LOCATION:New Key’s Pub\, 16070 BC-3A\, Crawford Bay\, BC\, V0B 1E0\, Canada CATEGORIES:Calendar,Live Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2024/02/20182019/421386343_794638979369624_4824241606627690411_n-MipTQS.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250806T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250806T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T133056 CREATED:20250508T215931Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250802T221713Z UID:14930-1754470800-1754481600@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Tea & Textiles DESCRIPTION:The J.B. Fletcher Museum in Ainsworth will be hosting gatherings for fibre enthusiasts and tea lovers to come and work on their knitting\, crochet\, embroidery\, and spinning projects while connecting with fellow crafters. These gatherings will occur the first Wednesday of every month from 9-12. Drop ins welcome. URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/tea-textiles-21/ LOCATION:J.B. Fletcher Store Museum\, 3602 Sutton Street\, Ainsworth\, BC\, V0G 1A0\, Canada CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2023/11/20182158/IMG_1102-16yh8u.tmp_.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="J.B. Fletcher Store Museum":MAILTO:jbfletcherstore@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250806T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250806T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T133056 CREATED:20250604T184542Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250802T221718Z UID:16325-1754485200-1754488800@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Wednesday Bunker Tours DESCRIPTION: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!\n\nFrom 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.\n\nWednesday Bunker tours run seasonally from June to September. Saturday Bunker tours are offered year-round. Click on the link to register. Adult admission required – children under 19 are always free! URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/wednesday-bunker-tours-4/ LOCATION:Nelson Museum\, Archives & Gallery\, 502 Vernon Street\, Nelson\, V1L 4E7\, Canada CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Exhibition/Speakers,Kid Friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2025/06/20174553/IMG_2807-copy-qXUm5k.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Nelson Museum%2C Archives &%3B Gallery":MAILTO:info@nelsonmuseum.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250806T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250806T210000 DTSTAMP:20260403T133056 CREATED:20250508T215931Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250802T221714Z UID:14932-1754503200-1754514000@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Open Mic Night at The Angry Hen DESCRIPTION:Open mic night at The Angry Hen in Kaslo. \nThe first Wednesday of every month. All live music is presented in conjunction with Propel Studios\, a full-production recording studio with accommodation directly across the street from The Angry Hen. URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/open-mic-night-at-the-angry-hen-12/ LOCATION:Angry Hen Brewing\, 343 Front St\, Kaslo\, V0G1M0 CATEGORIES:Calendar,Food/Beverage,Live Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2024/04/20181655/Open-mic-poster-SE3UI6.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR