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Centre 64 Art Exhibition

64 Deer Park Ave 64 Deer Park Ave, Kimberley, BC

George C. Hogg, "An Artist's Odessey- 60 years of Landscapes and Cultural Expression". Oct 4th-Nov 13th. Hours are Tuesday through Saturday 12-4pm closed Sunday & Monday & Statutory Holidays

Pippin, a magical theatre experience

The Studio Stage Door 11 11th Ave. S., Cranbrook

Cranbrook Community Theatre (CCT) is proud to present the Tony Award-Winning musical Pippin, a timeless story of self-discovery, adventure, and the search for meaning, set to the unforgettable music of Stephen Schwartz. Directed by Sanjay Fisk, this production promises to captivate audiences with its dynamic performances, dazzling choreography, and enchanting storytelling October 4-6, 10-12, 16-19 […]

Weekly Tango Mini Lesson & Practice

Christie Lee’s Hall 807-703 Radio Ave, Nelson, BC, 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 […]

$5

Author Reading at Huckleberry Books in Cranbrook, B.C.

Huckleberry Books Inc 16 9 Ave S, Cranbrook, BC

Cranbrook - Thursday, Oct 17th - 7:00pm! Join Kootenay author and musician Shelby Knudsen as she speaks about her latest novel, One Night Only. Knudsen has been a member of the band Wild Honey for over a decade. Her debut novel, Mountain Girl, was a heart-pounding thriller about forbidden love and captivity. In her second […]

‘Within This Earthen Vessel’ exhibition opening

Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery 502 Vernon Street, Nelson, Canada

Guest curated by Lucy Carver-Brennan with support from local artist Surya Sameera and contributions from numerous artists and community members, Within This Earthen Vessel is a celebration of the Indian diasporic community to the local region, weaving together stories of past and present through historical photos from regional archives and beyond, personal stories, and work from local artists. […]

Free

‘Within This Earthen Vessel’ exhibition opening

Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery 502 Vernon Street, Nelson, Canada

Guest curated by Lucy Carver-Brennan with support from local artist Surya Sameera and contributions from numerous artists and community members, Within This Earthen Vessel is a celebration of the Indian diasporic community to the local region, weaving together stories of past and present through historical photos from regional archives and beyond, personal stories, and work from local artists. […]

Free

Guided Cold War Bunker tours

Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery 502 Vernon Street, Nelson, 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 […]

$6 – $8

Open Mic

Slocan Lake Arts Centre 408 Lake Avenue, Silverton, BC

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!

$15 – $20

Laila Biali Trio

The Capitol Theatre 421 Victoria Street, Nelson, British Columbia, Canada

Laila Biali’s live show is eclectic and energetic, a true representation of her on and off stage. Melodies take thrilling left turns and pre-choruses give way to instrumental interludes. One minute Biali is soaring over a bluesy storm of handclaps and hard-charging keyboard riffs, the next she is pouring out her soul on an impassioned […]

Weekly Tango Mini Lesson & Practice

Christie Lee’s Hall 807-703 Radio Ave, Nelson, BC, 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 […]

$5

‘The War of the Worlds’ table read ONE NIGHT ONLY

Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery 502 Vernon Street, Nelson, Canada

The Nelson Museum presents a special ONE NIGHT ONLY performance of the 1898 HG Wells classic The War of the Worlds, an on-book reading in the Cold War Bunker starring Lucas Myers, Keith Page, Michael Graham, Adam O. Thomas, and more. The War of The Worlds was made famous by a 1938 radio broadcast by Orson Welles, which […]

$15 – $20

‘ਸ਼ੀਸ਼ੇ ‘ਚ ਤਰੇੜ | sheeshe ‘ch tharer | a crack in the mirror’ exhibition opening

Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery 502 Vernon Street, Nelson, Canada

It is easy to get swept up in the beauty of the brightly coloured, intricately patterned fabrics that create ਸ਼ੀਸ਼ੇ ‘ਚ ਤਰੇੜ | sheeshe ‘ch tharer | a crack in the mirror, a visually satiating exhibition by Surrey artist Simranpreet Anand and Conner Singh VanderBeek, which is touring to the Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery from October 26, 2024 […]

Free