May Days 2024
2024-05-18 09:00 - 2024-05-21 16:00 (America/Vancouver) | Vimy Park, Kaslo, BC, Canada
A three day long celebration of the return of summer – May Days takes place Saturday, May 18 through to Monday, May 20th in Kaslo, BC. Events happen all over town including music and vendors in Vimy Park, Logger Sports, the Snow n Shine Car Show, Sk8 Jam and more!

Guided Cold War Bunker tours
2024-05-18 11:00 - 12:00, 2024-05-25 11:00 - 12:00 | Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery, 502 Vernon Street, Nelson, V1L 4E7, Canada
During the height of the Cold War, in the 1950s and 1960s, nearly 50 bunkers were constructed across Canada. In 2017, the Nelson Museum began work on restoring the space and opening it to the public. You can join a tour of one of the Museumʼs best-loved spaces!
From iodine pills and Geiger counters to board games and ashtrays, visitors get a glimpse of the vast measures taken to create normalcy in an extraordinary time.
Email info@nelsonmuseum.ca to register. Adult admission required – children under 18 are always free!

Keepsake Collage with Melissa Owen
2024-05-18 13:00 - 15:00, 2024-05-25 13:00 - 15:00 | Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery, 502 Vernon Street, Nelson, V1L 4E7, Canada
Creator Melissa Owen will guide you through the creation of a keepsake collage to honour a lost friend, family member, or beloved pet. This Nelson Museum program is FREE – collage materials are provided, participants need to bring a photo of their loved one to be photocopied and used in their project.
The workshop on the 25th is a repeat of the 18th, please register for one or the other, but not both.
May 18 Signup Form
May 25 Signup Form

The Smooth Talkers
2024-05-18 19:00 - 21:30 | Harrison Memorial Cultural Centre, 16074 Crawford Creek Rd, Crawford Bay, V0B 1E0
South Kootenay lake art connect presents, The Smooth Talkers at the Harrison Memorial Cultural Centre in Crawford Bay. Come enjoy and evening og Jazzy, swing, funk, rockabilly music.
Tickets online @ artconnect.cc or Crawford Bay market.

Open Mic
2024-05-18 19:00 - 22:00 | 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!

THE HEAVY LIGHTERS w/ DANA LEE
2024-05-18 19:30 - 23:30 | The Royal, 330 Baker Street Nelson, BC V1L 4H5, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 4H5, Canada

Newkeys Place presents, Blues in The Afternoon with Sam Hurrie
2024-05-19 16:00 - 19:00 | New Key’s Pub, 16070 BC-3A, Crawford Bay, BC, V0B 1E0, Canada
Newkeys Place in Crawforbay presents, Blues in The Afternoon with Sam Hurrie, Like with friends.
Sundays 4-7

Crafternoon
2024-05-21 15:30 - 16:30 | Nelson Public Library, 602 Stanley St, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 1N4, Canada
Drop in between 3:30 and 4:30 every Tuesday for CRAFTERNOON at the Nelson Public Library.
Crafts, LEGO, Ozobots, DatoDuo, STEAM stations & more! Every week is a bit different.
Activities will be geared towards school aged children aged 5-13.

DAYGLO ABORTIONS W/ HELLBENT + MORE
2024-05-21 21:00 - 23:30 | The Flying Steamshovel Inn & Gastropub, 2003 2nd Ave, Rossland, BC, V0G1Y0, Canada
This spring tour for one of Canada’s most iconic punk bands, Dayglo Abortions, also marks the return of the Cretin to the line up!
Legendary punk trio, Dayglo Abortions, has been one of Victoria, BC Canada’s most dangerous music exports since 1979.
The band (in one configuration or another) has always offered up no-holds barred punk rock over-the-top album cover artwork and images. Led by Murray Acton “The Cretin” (guitar and vocals), they left a mark on the punk underground in the ’80s.
They released classics like ‘Out of the Womb’ (1981), ‘Feed Us a Fetus’ (1986), and ‘Here Today, Guano Tomorrow’ (1987).
In 1988, criminal charges were brought against their label Fringe and distributor the Record Peddler for the 1986 album’s overall offensiveness.
The ’90s releases continued with ‘Two Dogs Fucking – Deux Chiens Fourrent’ (1991), ‘Little Man in the Canoe’ (1995), ‘Corporate Whores’ (1996), ‘Stupid World, Stupid Songs’ (1998), and ‘’Death Race 2000’ (1999).
Around this time The Cretin was joined by current bassist Willy Jak. 21st century releases include ‘Holy Shiite’ (2004) and ‘Live 2011’ (2011), new drummer, “Blind Marc” (who is legally blind), and the latest release ‘Armageddon Survival Guide’ (2016).

Youth Workshop – Visual Exploration Club – Ages 7-10
2024-05-22 15:30 - 16:30 | VISAC Gallery, 1501 Cedar Avenue, Trail, V1R 2J5
This bi-weekly club, facilitated by comic artist Erin Shuttleworth, encourages inquisitiveness and exploration, with a supportive environment and topics to focus activities. Participants will experiment with materials, style and subject matter to develop their confidence and support future artistic growth.
When: Wednesdays (bi-weekly) 3:30pm-4:30pm
Duration: Jan 17-May 22, 2024 (No classes during Spring Break)
Age: 7 – 10
Class fee: $80 for 9 classes (Jan – May); or $10 drop-in per youth
Where:
VISAC Gallery – Under the red gallery awning
1501 Cedar Ave, Trail
Lower Level of Selkirk Building
Please email info@visacgallery.com with any questions.

“Rossland Recollections” with Richie Mann
2024-05-22 18:00 - 19:30 | Rossland Museum & Discovery Centre, 1100 Hwy 3B | Junction of Hwys 3B & 22, Rossland, BC, V0G 1Y0, Canada
Rossland Recollections is back – and so is Rossland legend Richie Mann, ready to regale us with tales of Rossland’s first farms and founding ski hills. Join us here at the Rossland Museum at 6 pm on Wednesday, May 22nd for an evening of stories, photographs, and magnificent memories, courtesy of Richie Mann!

Indigenous Reads Book Club
2024-05-22 19:00 - 20:30 | Nelson Public Library, 602 Stanley St, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 1N4, Canada
Embark on a learning journey with us! We will be reading books exploring the truth of Indigenous history and stories. Come to one or come to all and learn the richness of Indigenous culture. New learners welcome at The Nelson Public Library
MMIWG2S (Murdered, Missing Indigenous Women, Girls, Two Spirit) – Surviving the City by Tasha Spillet – January 24
Residential Schools – Five Little Indians by Michelle Good – February 21
Indigenous History – This Place: 150 Years Retold – March 20
Indigiqueer – Johnny Appleseed by joshua whitehead – April 17
Indigenous Humour – Prairie Chicken Dance Tour by Dawn Dumont – May 22

Weekly Tango Mini Lesson & Practice
2024-05-22 19:30 - 21:30 | Christie Lee’s Hall, 807-703 Radio Ave, Nelson, BC, V1L3L3, Canada
Want to learn and practice dancing Argentine Tango?

We host a weekly mini-lesson and practica at Christie Lee’s Hall in Fairview.

The guided portion from 7:30-8:15 has a different host and topic each week (check our Facebook page for host and topic announcements). We have an open practice after the lesson until 9:30pm.

Dancers of all levels are welcome! Material is beginner-friendly.

Tango is an improvised partner dance originating in Argentina and Uruguay; you don’t need a partner to attend tango practices or events and it can be danced by anyone and everyone.

Please bring your dancing shoes and a water bottle.

5$ donation

Where to find us: Christies Lees Hall is on Radio Ave., in lower Fairview. You can access Radio from 4th or 7th Streets. The Hall’s part of the Kiwanis Villa complex. On Radio Ave. look for “701” on the deck post near the sidewalk leading to the front doors. Also, look for the sandwich board near the sidewalk.

Google map link: https://goo.gl/maps/zFraPXNpJ6aBBJtv6
Maps will tell you that it’s “temporarily closed” but don’t believe it!

Legally Blonde: The Musical
2024-05-23 - 2024-05-26 | The Capitol Theatre, 421 Victoria Street, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 5R2, Canada
BLACK PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS
LEGALLY BLONDE: THE MUSICAL
Book by Heather Hach
Music and Lyrics by Laurence O’Keefe and Nell Benjamin
Based on the novel by Amanda Brown and the Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer motion picture
Directed by Darren Fuss
Musical Direction by Malaika Horswill
Choreography by Mackenzie Hope
Set Design by Eric Galbraith
Costume Design by Jackie Routien
Set Decoration by Jessilyn Leckie
Stage Management by Kyla Hurst
“Legally Blonde: The Musical” tells the story of Elle Woods, a fashionable and bubbly sorority girl who decides to follow her ex-boyfriend to Harvard Law School in hopes of winning him back. Despite facing skepticism and judgment from her peers, Elle discovers her own strength and determination as she tackles the challenges of law school and proves that she is more than just a pretty face. Along the way, she finds new friends, including the loyal Emmett and the quirky Paulette, and discovers her passion for law while defending a fellow Delta Nu sister in a high-profile case. With catchy songs, hilarious moments, and a message of empowerment, “Legally Blonde: The Musical” is a fun and heartwarming journey about staying true to oneself and defying expectations. Join Black Productions as we bring this beloved story to life on stage in Nelson, BC, celebrating friendship, love, and the power of believing in yourself.
**Content Warning: Sexual Content, Mild Language and Stereotyping**
Starring:
Ali Paul
Angela Lacroix
Ashley Betschel
Brent Geisler
Carly Naka
Darren Fuss
Denis Senecal
Eliza Hicks
Gillian Wiley
Greg Marrast
Jaimie MacGibbon
Jodie Edmunds
Kozmo Sammartino
Lev Sonego
Luz Ramos-Swanston
Mackenzie Hope
Maddy Setzer
Malaika Horswill
Marleah Lander
Nicole Courson
Noa Dagan
Quinn Barron
Rebecca Maybank
Rhythm Storm
Robyn Lamb
Scott Thorp
Sydney Black
Vaughn Preninger
Legally Blonde The Musical is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI.
www.mtishows.com

Youth Workshop – Visual Exploration Club – Ages 11-14
2024-05-23 15:30 - 16:30 | VISAC Gallery, 1501 Cedar Avenue, Trail, V1R 2J5
This bi-weekly club has a different theme per session. Participants will explore a variety of materials to gain confidence in their art making, building a sketchbook to reflect their growth as an artist. Themes include: Watercolour, Clay & 3D Art, Repainting Thrifted Art, and Paper Mosaic.
When: Thursdays (bi-weekly) 3:30pm-4:30pm
Duration: Jan 18-May 23, 2024 (Note that there will be no VEC club during Spring Break)
Age: 11 – 14
Class fee: $80 for 9 classes (January – May); or $10 drop-in per youth

Where:

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

Please email info@visacgallery.com with any questions.

Anything Goes! Collage with Michelle Oakley
2024-05-23 18:00 - 20:00 | Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery, 502 Vernon Street, Nelson, V1L 4E7, Canada
Avante garde? Political? Whimsical? Anything goes in this collage workshop with artist Michelle Oakley, inspired by Judy Wapp’s exhibition VisuAlchemy and hosted by the Nelson Museum.
These workshops are FREE and all materials are supplied. You can attend one or both workshops, but separate pre-registration is required. Please use the links below.
May 16 Signup Form
May 23 Signup Form

AVERSIONS, POOL FIGHT, BITTER//WASHED
2024-05-23 20:00 - 23:30 | The Royal, 330 Baker Street Nelson, BC V1L 4H5, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 4H5, Canada

Kootenay Dance Academy: Disney: 100 Years of Magic
2024-05-24 - 2024-05-25 | Key City Theatre, 20 14th Avenue North, Cranbrook, BC, V1C 6H4, Canada
Step into a world of magic and wonder with Kootenay Dance Academy’s enchanting production: Disney: 100 Years of Magic!
Join Kootenay Dance Academy on Friday, May 24th, at 7:00 PM for a spectacular journey through Disney’s iconic tales and timeless melodies.
Tickets:

Regular: $28
Senior & Youth (13-17): $23
Child under 12: $18

About the Show: Experience the magic of Disney like never before as Kootenay Dance Academy presents their 33rd Annual Production Revue. From beloved classics to modern favorites, immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Disney with captivating performances that will leave you spellbound.
Don’t miss this unforgettable celebration of “Disney: 100 Years of Magic!” Get your tickets now and be part of the magic!
For more information and to purchase tickets, visit the Key City website.

Blues Set w/ J. Greg Walter
2024-05-24 17:30 - 20:30 | 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!

Ora Cogan Live in Nelson with Sarah Orton and Sauly Prior
2024-05-24 19:00 - 22:00 | Nelson Squash and Social Lounge, 330 Baker st, Nelson, V1L 4H5
Friday May 24th 2024
at the Nelson Squash Club Social Lounge, upstairs at 330 Baker St
20$ at the door, 7PM
In support of her acclaimed album Formless and part of her 2024 world tour:
Ora Cogan
https://oracogan.com/
https://open.spotify.com/album/1gGoQORTeRJPQ7fZrqJGMq…
Over the years, Cogan has steadily crafted a gothic and cinematic approach to alt country and folk. Her latest string of albums have walked a careful line between shadowed folk intimacy and fractured sonic confessionals, bringing a hazy psychedelic edge tinged with a myriad of influences. Under The Radar
“Spent many nights listening to this captivating music.” – Hope Sandoval, Mazzy Star
“She and her band entwine the melody with modal guitar curlicues and distant vocals, yet somehow she sounds more alone than ever.” New York Times
Ora Cogan draws from a wide web of influence, but – truly – she sounds like no other. – CLASH Magazine
Formless finds beauty, absurdity, humour, and unlikely joy in the bleakest of times. Cogan’s smoky, psychedelic approach to gothic country and hazy folk merges with post-punk, groove, psych rock, and traditional balladry. With a singular voice as much sensation as sound, Ora Cogan seeks out new realities within the smoke-and-mirrors labyrinth of our cruel society.
with
Sarah Orton
-Nelson based Soul-Noir
www.sarahortonmusic.com
https://youtu.be/lbIsX0pKfpc?si=XFU5chYJIXPqduyb&t=37
and
Sauly Prior
– Dream drone
https://youtu.be/44r4iXN-bhg?si=0vfePaV1b72pqEiI

Finley’s Afterwork Dance Party with White Lightning Blues, Rock and Boogie Band
2024-05-24 19:30 - 22:00 | Finley’s Bar $ Grill, 705 Vernon St, Nelson, BC, V1L 4G3, Canada
White Lightning Blues, Rock and Boogie Band returns to Finley’s Bar and Grill with another night of great dance music- classics from Little Walter to Chuck Berry, Little Feat and the Beatles plus an ever increasing collection of Kootenay themed originals. Suggested Cover $10.

TOASTER, GLUE UNIT, TRASH WIZARD
2024-05-24 20:00 - 23:30 | The Royal, 330 Baker Street Nelson, BC V1L 4H5, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 4H5, Canada

Dandelion Festival
2024-05-25 | BC
A one day spring festival to celebrate the well being of ourselves and our communities. Live music, artisan market, amazing workshops, talks fun and interesting activities for everyone.

Kootenay EcoFest
2024-05-25 10:00 - 2024-05-26 17:00 | Bear Spring Eco Retreat, 5248 Queen Victoria Road, Beasley, V0G 2G2
A celebration of sustainable action with local waste reduction solutions, live demonstrations, inspiring learning opportunities, regional food tasting and live music. All happening on our beautiful property, Bear Springs Eco Resort, in Beasley, BC.

To book accommodations during the festival, please contact us directly at info@bearspringeco.ca.

Kootenay EcoFest
2024-05-25 10:00 - 2024-05-26 17:00 | Bear Spring Eco Retreat, 5248 Queen Victoria Road, Beasley, V0G 2G2
A weekend celebration of sustainable action with local waste reduction solutions, live demonstrations, inspiring learning opportunities, local wildcrafting skills and live music at Bear Spring Eco Retreat.

YÉ DAY FEST: Dare to embrace joie de vivre
2024-05-25 13:00 - 19:00 | Esling Park, Spokane St, Rossland, BC V0G 1Y0
On May 25, 2024, let’s come together and celebrate what characterizes Francophones: their joie de vivre, a concept we can all identify with!

Whether you speak English, Arabic, Hindi, or French, join theYÉ DAY FEST: Dare to embrace Joie de vivre! With our interactive and family-friendly Francophone-themed challenge area (think giant croissants and larger-than-life poutines!), live performances, a French market, and food, you’ll be immersed in Francophone culture and get to know talented, friendly, and joyful people!

Don’t miss your chance to participate in this event organized by the Association Francophone des Kootenays-Ouest (AFKO), which should be attended by hundreds of like-minded community members!
WHEN: May 25, 1 p.m. – 7 p.m.
WHERE: Spokane St / Esling Park, Rossland, BC
FOR WHO: For everyone
WHAT: Clues hunt, Costume contest, Beat 10 challenges, French Market, Live performances
HOW MUCH: only 16$ per team of two to beat the challenges
Info and team registration on www.afko.ca

Shambhala Pre Party Live At Bloom Nightclub
2024-05-25 19:00 - 23:30 | Bloom Nightclub, 198 Baker St, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 4H4, Canada
Its the 2024 Shambhala Pre Party at Bloom Nightclub!!
Saturday May 25th
7PM -2AM
Raffle Draw for a Ticket to the Shambhala 2024!! The Earlier you come the more entries you get!!!
Huge line up of Electronic Dance Music!
Slynk
Thomas Workshop
Lil Bones
Throwbekk
Bass cat
Before The Sun
19+

The Latin Lovers live at EcoFest
2024-05-25 19:00 - 23:30 | Bear Spring Eco Retreat, 5248 Queen Victoria Road, Beasley, V0G 2G2
See The Latin Lovers live at Kootenay EcoFest this Saturday, May 25th! A fiery, wildly entertaining, Latin Band from the West Kootenays. Tickets $40 and must be pre-purchased by May 22. The event includes Evening Talks about our amazing natural world by Craig DeLong, Tyson Ehlers and Shannon Berch. Gate Opens at 7 pm.
