West Kootenay Regional Arts Council

Newkeys Place presents, Blues in The Afternoon with Sam Hurrie
2025-10-05 16:00 - 19:00, 2025-10-12 16:00 - 19:00, 2025-10-19 16:00 - 19:00, 2025-10-26 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

Wednesday Bunker Tours
2025-10-08 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-10-15 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-10-22 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-10-29 13:00 - 14:00 | 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.

Wednesday 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!

KOOTENAY COMEDY OPEN MIC
2025-10-08 20:30 - 23:00 | The Royal, 330 Baker Street Nelson, BC V1L 4H5, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 4H5, Canada
With your host Cry Bebe Mikey! $5 at the door! 19+

Open Mic Comedy with some of the Kootenays finest and some others!
message @kootenaycomedy on instagram to sign up!

Summer Lovin’ FREE Thursdays
2025-10-09 16:00 - 20:00, 2025-10-16 16:00 - 20:00, 2025-10-23 16:00 - 20:00, 2025-10-30 16:00 - 20:00 | Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery, 502 Vernon Street, Nelson, V1L 4E7, Canada
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.

Paint Night - Spooky Trees - Family Friendly Event by Gilbert Studios
2025-10-09 18:00 - 21:00 | Gilbert Studios, 3364 Southridge Drive, Castlegar, BC, V1N 4G1, Canada
📅 Thursday, Oct 9
⏰ 6:00–9:00 PM
🏠 3364 Southridge Drive
💸 $40 or bring a friend and pay 2 for $75 (must be paid together)
Please message me via my business page to confirm availability before sending payment. Don’t forget to follow the page so you don’t miss out on upcoming classes!
https://www.facebook.com/StudioPaintNight/
Studio is located in Castlegar, British Columbia
Join us for a fun, creative night out—perfect for friends and family! No experience needed. All supplies (brushes, paints, canvas), plus a snack and warm drink, are included.
👨‍👩‍👧 Family friendly: Recommended for kids 12+ but any age is welcome provided they are able to follow instructions and stay seated for the full class (ratio of 1 adult per child).
☕ Warm drinks (coffee, tea, hot chocolate) and a light snack provided. Let me know if you have any allergies (studio is nut free and I have gluten free options)

Saturday Bunker tours
2025-10-11 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-10-18 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-10-25 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-11-01 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.

Click on the link to register. Adult admission required – children under 19 are always free! (https://form-can.keela.co/bunker-tours)

Clement Yeh Artist Talk
2025-10-12 15:00 - 16:00 | 320 Wilson St., Revelstoke
ARTIST TALK | FREE
Hosted by Clement Yeh
We’re excited to invite you to a special afternoon with exhibiting artist Clement Yeh as he shares insights into his practice and his exhibition Movement in Time and Space.
Sunday, October 12
3pm – 4pm
RVAC Main Gallery, 320 Wilson St.
Free – Everyone Welcome
This is a wonderful opportunity to hear directly from Clement about the inspirations behind his work, his creative process, and the themes he explores in his art. Whether you’re a fellow artist, an art enthusiast, or simply curious, this talk promises to be inspiring and thought-provoking.

Join the Friends of the Nelson Public Library
2025-10-14 12:00 - 13:00 | Nelson Public Library, 602 Stanley St, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 1N4, Canada
The Friends of the Library are dedicated to helping the Nelson Public Library through successful booksales and other creative fundraising efforts live trivia nights, with the funds going to new books, necessary technologies, furnishings and program supplies.
Join us: New members are welcome! It’s a great way to meet people and contribute to a vital and important part of our community. We meet at noon (12 pm) the 2nd Tuesday of the month at the Nelson Public Library.
For more information check out Friends of the Library webpage.

West Kootenay Métis Society Monthly Community Gathering
2025-10-14 18:00 - 20:00 | Taghum Hall, 5915 Taghum Hall Rd, Nelson, V1L 6Y4
2nd Tuesday of the month
WKMS Monthly Community Gathering featuring fabulous food.
West Kootenay Métis hosts a regular gathering the 2nd Tuesday of every month!
Held at Taghum Hall near beautiful downtown Taghum from 6-8pm
Traditional foods, games, activities, as well as, great company.
Bring your family, stories and to go containers-because its traditional to send you home with food!

Paint Night - Pumpkin Gnome - Family Friendly Event by Gilbert Studios
2025-10-16 18:00 - 21:00 | Gilbert Studios, 3364 Southridge Drive, Castlegar, BC, V1N 4G1, Canada
📅 Thursday, Oct 16
⏰ 6:00–9:00 PM
🏠 3364 Southridge Drive
💸 $40 or bring a friend and pay 2 for $75 (must be paid together)
Please message me via my business page to confirm availability before sending payment. Don’t forget to follow the page so you don’t miss out on upcoming classes!
https://www.facebook.com/StudioPaintNight/
Studio is located in Castlegar, British Columbia
Join us for a fun, creative night out—perfect for friends and family! No experience needed. All supplies (brushes, paints, canvas), plus a snack and warm drink, are included.
👨‍👩‍👧 Family friendly: Recommended for kids 12+ but any age is welcome provided they are able to follow instructions and stay seated for the full class (ratio of 1 adult per child).
☕ Warm drinks (coffee, tea, hot chocolate) and a light snack provided. Let me know if you have any allergies (studio is nut free and I have gluten free options)

BYO PUMPKIN CARVING | FREE
2025-10-16 18:30 - 21:30 | 320 Wilson St., Revelstoke
BYO PUMPKIN CARVING | FREE
Hosted by The Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre
Looking for a way to get into the Halloween spirit without the mess at home? Join us for a free pumpkin carving night just for adults! Perfect if you’re new to town, want to soak up a little more spooky fun, or are simply looking for a relaxed way to connect with others. Bring a friend—or make one here! Just don’t forget to bring your own pumpkin, knife, and carving tools.
Thursday, October 16th
6:30pm – 9:00
Jailhouse Studios, 320 Wilson st.
Free! No bookings required
BYO Pumpkin, knife, and carving tools
Open to anyone 18+

LIFE DRAWING | WEEKLY DROP IN
2025-10-20 18:00 - 20:00 | Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre, 320 Wilson Street, Revelstoke, V0E 2S0
LIFE DRAWING | WEEKLY DROP IN
Hosted by Kira Makela
Life Drawing is back! The season will begin Monday, October 20th and will run every Monday night until the end of March. These sessions have been filling up, so we’re now capping participants at 20 people max. Make sure to arrive early to claim your spot and get set up.
See you there!
Starts October 20
Monday nights, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Doors close at 6:00 pm sharp
Please arrive at least 10 min early to claim a space and get set up
$15 per session
Some materials provided but BYO encouraged
RVAC Main gallery, 320 Wilson st.
No bookings required
Maximum of 20 participants

Let's Go Surfin'! - Beach Boys Tribute
2025-10-20 19:30 - 22:00 | Capitol Theatre Nelson, 421 Victoria Street, Nelson
Get ready to be swept away by the timeless melodies of the Beach Boys! Join us for a nostalgic evening filled with their iconic hits and concert favorites.
Let’s Go Surfin is performed by BACKBEAT, Canada’s most authentic musical tribute to the 60’s. They nail the incredibly intricate Beach Boys harmonies perfectly! All the genius of Brian Wilson’s songwriting and studio wizardry blossoms on stage in a spectacular musical salute to one of the greatest pop groups of all time!
All the hits are here! From the energetic “Fun, Fun, Fun” and “Surfin’ USA” to the emotional masterpieces like “Don’t Worry, Baby” and “God Only Knows”, this show will take you on a musical journey through the sunshine-soaked sounds of California. Feel the sand between your toes and the warmth of the summer sun as you sing along to your favorite Beach Boys classics.

Beading Space with West Kootenay Metis Society
2025-10-23 17:30 - 19:30, 2025-10-25 14:00 - 16:00 | Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery, 502 Vernon Street, Nelson, V1L 4E7, Canada
4th Thursday and Saturday
Beading Space
FNMI relatives are invited to join us the 4th Thursday and Saturday of the month
NMAG at 502 Vernon
Summer hours –
Thursday July 24 5:30- 7:30pm
Saturday July 26 2-4pm
Theme- Blueberry pin kits

Thursday August 28 5:30- 7:30pm
Saturday August 30 2-4pm
Theme -Orange Shirt pins
Cost is free. Supplies included. Light snack provided. Beginner kits available. Intermediate and advanced welcome to bring own project.
Beginner kits are:
a simple leather thimble.
Basic and based on the theme of the month

Heartberries ‘ode mina’ (strawberry)

INTRODUCTION TO POINTILLISM
2025-10-25 13:00 - 17:00 | 320 Wilson St., Revelstoke
INTRODUCTION TO POINTILLISM | ADULTS
Hosted by Delree Dumont
Discover the world of pointillism with Delree Dumont in this introductory workshop! Delve into Delree’s signature style as she shares the tricks of the trade, including the tools and paints she uses, how to highlight an image, and how to achieve the right consistency for your dots. Students will have the opportunity to paint from their own reference images, adding a personal touch to their first pointillism piece. This beginner-friendly class provides all the necessary materials, offering a social environment to learn this incredible painting technique.
Saturday, October 25th, 1:00pm – 5:00pm
The RVAC Jailcell Studio, 320 Wilson st.
$70 per person, all materials provided
Youth ( 16+) and Adults

INTRODUCTION TO POINTILLISM | ADULTS
2025-10-25 13:00 - 17:00 | Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre, 320 Wilson Street, Revelstoke, V0E 2S0

HALLOWEEN MASK PAINTING WORKSHOP
2025-10-26 09:30 - 11:30 | 320 Wilson St., Revelstoke
HALLOWEEN MASK PAINTING WORKSHOP
Hosted by May Ghalib
Start your Halloween celebrations with a simple and hands on workshop! Kids will paint and decorate their very own masks using a variety of colourful materials. With step-by-step guidance in a fun and supportive environment, each child will head home with a unique mask to enjoy for Halloween.
Sunday, October 26
9:30am – 11:30am
Ages 5 – 9
RVAC Kitchen Studio, 320 Wilson st.
$30 – All Materials Provided
