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:20230312T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20231105T090000 END:STANDARD 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 END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Edmonton BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20230312T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20231105T080000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20240310T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20241103T080000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20250309T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20251102T080000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20230312T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20231105T090000 END:STANDARD 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 END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240611T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240611T210000 DTSTAMP:20260403T122024 CREATED:20240528T202831Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240528T202831Z UID:7965-1718128800-1718139600@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Mug Night | 2 Week Pottery Class DESCRIPTION:At the Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre \nCreate a unique\, one-of-a-kind mug in this two-week workshop! You’ll be guided through the entire process\, from hand building and embellishing to trimming and glazing. No prior pottery experience is needed to join our Mug Night\, making this an ideal introduction to pottery. Whether you’re crafting a gift\, exploring a new hobby\, or simply looking for a fun night out\, this class is perfect for you! \n\nInstruction by Sherry Cheriton from Sheramic\n11 & 18 June\, 6pm – 9pm\nYour fired mugs will be ready for pickup on July 2nd\nRVAC Pottery Studio\, 320 Wilson st.\nOpen to teens & adults\n$75 per person\, all materials included\n\nClay is cherished for its endless possibilities. Your handmade mug can be sleek\, silly\, sentimental\, or anything in between. Perhaps you want to create something more sculptural to fully explore the potentials of handbuilding. Or maybe you prefer to let your glaze work shine with lovingly hand-painted designs. URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/mug-night-2-week-pottery-class/ LOCATION:Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre\, 320 Wilson Street\, Revelstoke\, V0E 2S0 CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events ORGANIZER;CN="Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre":MAILTO:info@revelstokeartgallery.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240612T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240612T210000 DTSTAMP:20260403T122024 CREATED:20240610T164338Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240610T164338Z UID:8427-1718218800-1718226000@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Summer Kicks: The Kootenay Renegades with Holly Hyatt & Jon Burden DESCRIPTION:Holly Hyatt and Jon Burden have morphed from an acoustic blues duo to an electric quartet that performs with a powerful blend of grit\, soul\, and rock. \nAward-winning vocalist-bassist Holly Hyatt and vocalist-guitarist Jon Burden have played Golden a few times already\, but never like this! \nWhat used to be an internationally acclaimed acoustic blues duo who performed with Harry Manx and Jim Byrnes has transformed into the Kootenay Renegades\, a hard-driving and very electric quartet that performs a heady mix of roots and blues as well as catchy rock classics and some tasty originals. With the addition of drummer Steve Wilson and Marty Carter on sax and flute\, 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! \nFeaturing Local talent: Unusual Suspects URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/summer-kicks-the-kootenay-renegades-with-holly-hyatt-jon-burden/ LOCATION:Keith King Park\, 1501 Maple Dr.\, Golden\, BC CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Live Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2024/06/20181058/ezgif-7-0b7b4d6e45.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240612T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240612T213000 DTSTAMP:20260403T122024 CREATED:20240324T205645Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240611T164727Z UID:7055-1718220600-1718227800@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Weekly Tango Mini Lesson & Practice DESCRIPTION:Want to learn and practice dancing Argentine Tango?\n\n\nWe host a weekly mini-lesson and practica at Christie Lee’s Hall in Fairview.\n\n\nThe 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.\n\n\n\nDancers of all levels are welcome! Material is beginner-friendly.\n\n\nTango 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.\n\n\n\n\nPlease bring your dancing shoes and a water bottle.\n\n\n5$ donation\n\n\n\nWhere 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.\n\n\nGoogle map link: https://goo.gl/maps/zFraPXNpJ6aBBJtv6\nMaps will tell you that it’s “temporarily closed” but don’t believe it! URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/weekly-tango-mini-lesson-practice-32/ LOCATION:Christie Lee’s Hall\, 807-703 Radio Ave\, Nelson\, BC\, V1L3L3\, Canada CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2023/11/20182235/ballroom-6474222_640-s0kOpm.tmp_.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Nelson BC Tango":MAILTO:nelsonbctango@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240613T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240613T190000 DTSTAMP:20260403T122024 CREATED:20240612T220019Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240613T174158Z UID:8497-1718298000-1718305200@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:‘We Love a Parade!’ installation launch DESCRIPTION:The Nelson Museum is officially launching a new permanent installation of We Love a Parade! featuring a localized timeline of events\, images\, and curatorial statements provided by Nelson Museum Curator Arin Fay\, and Research Assistant Adrian Dunkerson.\n\nThe launch takes place on Thursday\, June 13 from 5-7pm at the Museum\, and will feature a screening of the 10-minute trailer for the documentary Queering the Interior\, as well as an introduction from the film’s director Amy Bohigian\, and a tour of the Queer Archives by Michael Wicks.\n\nRefreshments will be provided by Kootenay Kombucha\, Sprout Plant-Based Eatery\, L&C French Bakery\, and the Kootenay Co-op. Thank you to these incredible local businesses\, and to the Columbia Basin Trust for supporting this celebration!\n\nThe event is free and open to the public. Happy Pride! URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/we-love-a-parade-installation-launch/ LOCATION:Nelson Museum\, Archives & Gallery\, 502 Vernon Street\, Nelson\, V1L 4E7\, Canada CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Exhibition/Speakers,Kid Friendly,LGBTQIA2S+ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2024/06/20181012/WLAP-launch-insta-sm-i4tByH.tmp_.png ORGANIZER;CN="Nelson Museum%2C Archives &%3B Gallery":MAILTO:info@nelsonmuseum.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240613T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240613T210000 DTSTAMP:20260403T122024 CREATED:20240601T190717Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240613T174159Z UID:8329-1718305200-1718312400@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Drop in Art Nights | FREE DESCRIPTION:Looking for a creative space to meet new people and make something? Have a project you’ve been meaning to work on? Join us for our free drop-in art nights! These relaxed evenings are open to everyone so bring your art supplies\, a drink\, a snack\, and come get creative! These evening are a fantastic way to make time for your art.  \nThe gallery will have some basic supplies on hand\, like scissors and brushes\, however artists are expected to be self sufficient and bring their own supplies. In the past participants have worked on everything from illustrations and paintings\, to fishing flies and mending projects. We welcome all forms of creative expression\, just please avoid brining any projects that are overly loud or smelly. \n– The second Thursday of the month 7pm – 9pm \n– June 13\, July 11\,  August 8\, & September 12 \n– The Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre\, Kitchen Studio\, 320 Wilson st \n– Entrance is via the undercover area on the left hand side of the building \n– Please leave the space clean for the next person \n– All welcome\, no bookings required URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/drop-in-art-nights-free-3/ LOCATION:Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre\, 320 Wilson Street\, Revelstoke\, V0E 2S0 CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,LGBTQIA2S+,Wellness ORGANIZER;CN="Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre":MAILTO:info@revelstokeartgallery.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240615T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240615T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T122024 CREATED:20240324T205645Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240614T174616Z UID:7060-1718449200-1718452800@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Guided Cold War 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! \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. \nEmail info@nelsonmuseum.ca to register. Adult admission required – children under 18 are always free! URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/guided-cold-war-bunker-tours-33/ 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:20240615T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240615T190000 DTSTAMP:20260403T122024 CREATED:20240610T161905Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240614T174616Z UID:8398-1718467200-1718478000@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Kootenay Resilience Festival: Food Forum DESCRIPTION:The Kootenay Resilience Festival leverages the power of music to bring people together in order to foster critical action. As part of the festival’s Food Forum taking place at Front Street Park in Kaslo\, attendees will be treated to performances by country star Shaela Miller and the vibrant DJ Raya Sun. Miller’s evolution in the music scene\, marked by her soulful voice and sincere stage presence\, brings a fresh sonic exploration\, while DJ Raya Sun infuses the atmosphere with celebratory bliss through her eclectic mix of feel-good tunes. Beyond the musical offerings\, the festival serves as a platform for dialogue and learning\, with experts delving into topics like local growing\, permaculture\, and regenerative agriculture\, paving the way for discussions on sustainable food strategies. URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/kootenay-resilience-festival-food-forum/ LOCATION:Kaslo Front Street Park\, Kaslo\, BC CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Exhibition/Speakers,Live Performance,Markets/Festival ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2024/06/20181100/KRF-2024-Insta-Post-Good-min-4FXEkE.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240615T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240615T210000 DTSTAMP:20260403T122024 CREATED:20240324T205645Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240614T174617Z UID:7062-1718478000-1718485200@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:2nd Annual Haute Trash! Trash Fashion Show Competition and Art Exhibition DESCRIPTION:This exciting community event will boast a runway style trash fashion show and art expo of designs crafted from post consumer waste and upcycled materials by artists and designers of all ages and skill levels. This unique affair will also highlight a variety of music\, dance and theatrical performances by some local gems\, including the likes of the RhythmDance Trash Orchestra\, among others. Tickets are $20\, adults\, $17.50 for youth and available at the Capitol Theatre. URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/2nd-annual-haute-trash-trash-fashion-show-competition-and-art-exhibition/ LOCATION:The Capitol Theatre\, 421 Victoria Street\, Nelson\, British Columbia\, V1L 5R2\, Canada CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Kid Friendly,Live Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2024/03/20181820/DSC08666-scaled-hb7qOr.tmp_.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Marilyn Hatfield":MAILTO:hautetrashnelson@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240615T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240615T220000 DTSTAMP:20260403T122024 CREATED:20240324T205645Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240614T174616Z UID:7061-1718478000-1718488800@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Open Mic DESCRIPTION: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. \nEvent takes place in our Slocan Lake Arts Center: 408 4th Street\, Silverton BC \nThis happens every 3rd Saturday of the month! URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/open-mic-5/ LOCATION:Slocan Lake Arts Centre\, 408 Lake Avenue\, Silverton\, BC\, V0G 1S0 CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Live Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2023/05/20182638/kate-OW70ek.tmp_.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Slocan Lake Arts Council":MAILTO:slocanlakeartscouncil@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240616 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240618 DTSTAMP:20260403T122024 CREATED:20240610T172339Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240610T172339Z UID:8430-1718496000-1718668799@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:2024 Sinixt Canoe Journey Nelson Stop DESCRIPTION:The Nelson stop of the Canoe Journey offers community members the chance to paddle alongside the traditional dugout canoes\, discover the secrets of nature in our medicinal plant workshop\, and enjoy live performances by Sinixt Members. \nThe Canoe Journey is a powerful assertion of the belief that Indigenous peoples of the region are stewards of the river and the salmon—one of their first foods. This journey highlights the vital connection between their language\, culture\, and the natural environment. \nThis event offers a transformative opportunity for the (Sinixt) Snayckstx/Arrow Lakes and Colville people (Snʕayckstx and Sxʷyʔiłp) to reconnect with their language\, traditional territories\, and waterways. The Salmon Ceremony\, a traditional and spiritual practice\, addresses the needs of both the people and the environment. This may be one of the most significant moments in history to amplify the Indigenous community’s voice regarding our shared responsibility to the land\, waters\, and natural environment. \nLast year’s journey spanned 272 miles\, from the Head Waters of the Columbia River at Revelstoke and Two Rivers\, Washington\, on the Spokane Indian Reservation\, culminating at the Kettle Falls Fishery and traditional Salmon Ceremony site. \nThis year’s sponsors are: \nColumbia Power Corporation\, West Kootenay Regional Arts Council\, Nelson Museum\, Archives and Gallery\, The Capitol Theatre\, Real Estate Foundation of BC\, The Nelson Chamber of Commerce\, Lalin Vocal Ensemble\, Nelson Kootenay Lake Tourism\, VIDEA\, BC Arts Council\, The City of Nelson\, Canadian Heritage\, The Hume Hotel. \nBelow is a full list of free community opportunities. Be sure to find the separate events on this website for the Plant Workshop (taking place upstairs at The Station) and the afternoon and evening events (taking place at the Capitol Theatre) to register and/or get free tickets! \nJune 16 \nMorning \nPaddlers arrive at Lakeside Park (across from concession building)\nCraft tables at Lakeside Park – Rotary Shelter \n10:00AM – NOON – Indigenous Plant Workshop @ at THE INNOVATION CENTRE ON THE MAIN FLOOR OF “THE STATION” (91 Baker Street)\nTO REGISTER\, PLEASE SEE SEPARATE EVENT ON THIS WEBSITE \nLed by: Faith Zacharle and Rob Crandall\nJoin us for a hands-on plant fibre processing and traditional medicine making workshop led by Sinixt knowledgeable keeper Faith Zacherle and native plant specialist Rob Crandall. Learn about traditional plant uses and their significance to the Sinixt people. This workshop is a unique opportunity to connect with indigenous culture and deepen your understanding of local flora. \nThis event is free and open to all members of the public to attend\, however space is limited to 25 participants\, so sign up soon to secure your spot! \n3:00PM – 5:00PM – Canoe Journey: Afternoon Event @ the Capitol Theatre\nFOR FREE TICKETS\, PLEASE SEE SEPARATE EVENT ON THIS WEBSITE \nIntroduction Janice Morrison\, Mayor\nWelcome by Shelly Boyd and Cindy Marchand\nFilm screening: Resist Reframe\nFilm screening: Beyond Bigbie\nStoryteller: Dan Nanamkin\nSpoken Word Artist and Poet: Stevey Seymour\nFilm screening: Scattered Roots\nSpoken word artist James Pakootas\nFilm screening: Calling the Salmo Home\nFilm screening: Canoe Journey\nQ&A with Filmmaker Derrick LaMere \n7:00PM – 8:30PM Canoe Journey: Evening Event @ the Capitol Theatre\nConcert: Tony Louie with James Pakootas and CarliAnn Forthun Bruner (multi-media presentation\, “Coming Home”)\nFOR FREE TICKETS\, PLEASE SEE SEPARATE EVENT ON THIS WEBSITE \nIntroduction for event: Brittny Anderson\nWelcome by Shelly Boyd and Cindy Marchand\nSpoken Word Artist: James Pakootas\nSinger/Songwriter: Tony Louie \nJune 17 \n10:00AM – NOON \n10:00AM: meet at Lakeside Park and paddle to view pictographs and hold ceremony – Community is invited to join in/on non-motorized boats/boards\, launch point for Sinixt canoes at Lakeside Park or end of airfield at Nelson Recycling Depot (Lakeside Drive) depending on weather. URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/2024-sinixt-canoe-journey-nelson-stop/ LOCATION:Capitol Theatre Nelson\, 421 Victoria Street\, Nelson CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Exhibition/Speakers,Live Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2024/06/20181057/Sinixt-Conf.-Canoe-Journey-2024-FINAL_page-0001.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240619T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240619T213000 DTSTAMP:20260403T122024 CREATED:20240324T205644Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240619T164700Z UID:7069-1718825400-1718832600@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Weekly Tango Mini Lesson & Practice DESCRIPTION:Want to learn and practice dancing Argentine Tango?\n\n\nWe host a weekly mini-lesson and practica at Christie Lee’s Hall in Fairview.\n\n\nThe 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.\n\n\n\nDancers of all levels are welcome! Material is beginner-friendly.\n\n\nTango 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.\n\n\n\n\nPlease bring your dancing shoes and a water bottle.\n\n\n5$ donation\n\n\n\nWhere 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.\n\n\nGoogle map link: https://goo.gl/maps/zFraPXNpJ6aBBJtv6\nMaps will tell you that it’s “temporarily closed” but don’t believe it! URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/weekly-tango-mini-lesson-practice-31/ LOCATION:Christie Lee’s Hall\, 807-703 Radio Ave\, Nelson\, BC\, V1L3L3\, Canada CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2023/11/20182235/ballroom-6474222_640-s0kOpm.tmp_.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Nelson BC Tango":MAILTO:nelsonbctango@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240620T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240620T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T122024 CREATED:20240612T221221Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240612T221221Z UID:8502-1718899200-1718906400@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Blooms & Brushes DESCRIPTION:Cranbrook Arts is partnering up with Community Connections for a free outdoor art event at the Public Produce Garden! \nWe will be painting ceramic flowers to create a permanent art installation on the garden fence.  URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/blooms-brushes/ LOCATION:Eric Mackinnon Park\, Corner of 18th Avenue North & 8th Street North CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2024/06/20181011/Screenshot-2024-06-12-at-2.09.32-PM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240621 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240622 DTSTAMP:20260403T122025 CREATED:20240612T222445Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240612T222548Z UID:8506-1718928000-1719014399@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Fun Field Festival DESCRIPTION:A brand new one-day festival in the mountains near Fernie. \nFun Field Festival will feature 2 stages of live music & DJ’s – arts – crafts – games – local foodtrucks – camping – firespinning – and plenty of fun times! \nBELLA CAT • BROTHERHOOD OF LOST SOULS • CORVESSA & GEO • DINGO STARR • DOGGONE BROTHERS • DOROTHY • DUBCONSCIOUS • DUKES OF PECTIN • ELECTRIC BLANKET BAND CLUB • GARUDA • HEADWALL • NAY TARON • PHILLY WONKA • RUBBER TYRE PEEP SHOW • THE BANNED \nImmerse yourself in the vibrant energy of a brand new family friendly festival. It’s a place where you can be yourself\, express your love for music\, and connect with like-minded individuals. Experience a magical musical mountain festival and celebrate the solstice! URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/fun-field-festival/ LOCATION:Hartley Lake Road CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Live Performance,Markets/Festival ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2024/06/20181010/RubberTyrePeepShow-medium.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240621T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240621T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T122025 CREATED:20240613T205440Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240621T170216Z UID:8513-1718964000-1718992800@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:National Indigenous People’s Day at the Rossland Museum DESCRIPTION:Drop by the Museum – we’re open by donation all day! Check out our discovery kit about Indigenous basketry of the region\, listen to recordings of oral history stories from Sinixt knowledge-keepers\, and watch our new short film\, Learning mxiɬp. URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/national-indigenous-peoples-day-at-the-rossland-museum/ LOCATION:Rossland Museum & Discovery Centre\, 1100 Hwy 3B | Junction of Hwys 3B & 22\, Rossland\, BC\, V0G 1Y0\, Canada CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2024/06/20181010/National-Indigenous-Peoples-Day-1XeGyl.tmp_.png ORGANIZER;CN="Rossland Museum &%3B Discovery Centre":MAILTO:info@rosslandmuseum.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240622T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240622T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T122025 CREATED:20240324T205644Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240621T170217Z UID:7077-1719054000-1719057600@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Guided Cold War 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! \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. \nEmail info@nelsonmuseum.ca to register. Adult admission required – children under 18 are always free! URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/guided-cold-war-bunker-tours-32/ 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/Edmonton:20240622T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240622T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T122025 CREATED:20240619T215949Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240619T215949Z UID:8714-1719054000-1719068400@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:National Indigenous Peoples Day DESCRIPTION:The Creston Valley Public Library has teamed up with the Yaqan Nuki People’s Heritage Society to present an afternoon celebrating traditional stick games and learning about Ktunaxa culture. \nJoin us for a fun afternoon learning about traditional Yaqan Nuki stick games and a chance to make a customized set to take and play at home! \nAll supplies provided\, free to participate! URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/national-indigenous-peoples-day/ LOCATION:Centennial Park Picnic Pavilion\, 905 Birch St\, Creston CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2024/06/20180858/National-Indigenous-Peoples-Day-v2.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Creston Valley Public Library":MAILTO:programs@crestonlibrary.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240623T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240623T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T122025 CREATED:20240529T040402Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240623T050445Z UID:7984-1719136800-1719154800@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Peter’s Day at the Doukhobor Discovery Centre DESCRIPTION:Doukohbors gather on Peter’s Day (Petrov Den’) to commemorate the Burning of Arms\, which took place in Russia in 1895. The Burning of Arms event ultimately reaffirmed the Doukhobors’ commitment to pacifism as many Doukhobors laid whatever weaponry they owned in a community bonfire. At the DDC\, Peter’s Day is observed through a community gathering\, featuring the singing of hymns\, as well as a vegetarian picnic lunch\, and an afternoon speaker series. URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/peters-day-at-the-doukhobor-discovery-centre/ LOCATION:Doukhobor Discovery Centre\, 112 Heritage Way\, Castlegar\, BC\, V1N 4M5\, Canada CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2024/05/20181607/Peters-Day-Poster-4-xN78Sl.tmp_.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Doukhobor Discovery Centre":MAILTO:info@doukhobor-museum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240624T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240624T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T122025 CREATED:20240613T184553Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240617T163259Z UID:8515-1719237600-1719237600@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:St Jean Baptiste Day at the Rossland Museum DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Museum at 2 pm to plant Quebec’s provincial flower\, blue flag irises\, in our garden. The Museum will be open by donation – with themed crafts all day! URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/st-jean-baptiste-day-at-the-rossland-museum/ LOCATION:Rossland Museum & Discovery Centre\, 1100 Hwy 3B | Junction of Hwys 3B & 22\, Rossland\, BC\, V0G 1Y0\, Canada CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Kid Friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2024/06/20181010/St-Jean-Baptiste-Day-vf5sfT.tmp_.png ORGANIZER;CN="Rossland Museum &%3B Discovery Centre":MAILTO:info@rosslandmuseum.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240626T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240626T213000 DTSTAMP:20260403T122025 CREATED:20240329T195334Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240626T164628Z UID:7166-1719430200-1719437400@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Weekly Tango Mini Lesson & Practice DESCRIPTION:Want to learn and practice dancing Argentine Tango?\n\n\nWe host a weekly mini-lesson and practica at Christie Lee’s Hall in Fairview.\n\n\nThe 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.\n\n\n\nDancers of all levels are welcome! Material is beginner-friendly.\n\n\nTango 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.\n\n\n\n\nPlease bring your dancing shoes and a water bottle.\n\n\n5$ donation\n\n\n\nWhere 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.\n\n\nGoogle map link: https://goo.gl/maps/zFraPXNpJ6aBBJtv6\nMaps will tell you that it’s “temporarily closed” but don’t believe it! URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/weekly-tango-mini-lesson-practice-33/ LOCATION:Christie Lee’s Hall\, 807-703 Radio Ave\, Nelson\, BC\, V1L3L3\, Canada CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2023/11/20182235/ballroom-6474222_640-s0kOpm.tmp_.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Nelson BC Tango":MAILTO:nelsonbctango@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240627T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240627T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T122025 CREATED:20240613T184553Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240627T170232Z UID:8519-1719482400-1719511200@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:National Multiculturalism Day at the Rossland Museum DESCRIPTION:We’ll be open by donation all day with some special displays featuring the history and historical wrongs experienced by Chinese Canadians\, voting rights and suffrage\, Indigenous basketry of the region\, and more. Check out our temporary art exhibit “From the Vault” and contribute to our community art wall! URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/national-multiculturalism-day-at-the-rossland-museum/ LOCATION:Rossland Museum & Discovery Centre\, 1100 Hwy 3B | Junction of Hwys 3B & 22\, Rossland\, BC\, V0G 1Y0\, Canada CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Kid Friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2024/06/20181009/National-Multiculturalism-Day-9PiCbJ.tmp_.png ORGANIZER;CN="Rossland Museum &%3B Discovery Centre":MAILTO:info@rosslandmuseum.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240628T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240628T210000 DTSTAMP:20260403T122025 CREATED:20240622T193231Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240624T163127Z UID:8733-1719603000-1719608400@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:20/40 Sketch Comedy Show – June Edition DESCRIPTION:Join us at The Royal on June 28th for the high-energy 20/40 Sketch Comedy Show! Doors open at 7:30 PM\, and the show kicks off at 8:00 PM sharp. Experience the excitement of 20 sketches in just 40 minutes\, with the twist that YOU get to choose the order! Grab your tickets in advance\, and don’t miss out on this unique\, interactive comedy experience!\n\nTickets: Advance: $15 or at the door $20 \nLink to Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/share/mXsDkEN9GMWa3Ueb/\nBuy your tickets at https://www.theroyalnelson.com/events URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/20-40-sketch-comedy-show-june-edition/ LOCATION:The Royal\, 330 Baker Street Nelson\, BC V1L 4H5\, Nelson\, British Columbia\, V1L 4H5\, Canada CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Live Performance END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240629T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240629T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T122025 CREATED:20240331T233550Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240628T171656Z UID:7180-1719658800-1719662400@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Guided Cold War 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! \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. \nEmail info@nelsonmuseum.ca to register. Adult admission required – children under 18 are always free! URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/guided-cold-war-bunker-tours-34/ 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:20240629T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240629T210000 DTSTAMP:20260403T122025 CREATED:20240622T193231Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240628T171656Z UID:8720-1719684000-1719694800@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:ArtWalk Nelson Opening Night #1 DESCRIPTION:The Nelson and District Arts Council invites you to hit the streets and celebrate the 36th annual ArtWalk. Wander the streets taking in the amazing talent of over 40 artists at 30 unique venues\, where singers\, dancers\, musicians\, and more will entertain you and all the other art lovers as you discover the diversity of talent. The first opening is on Saturday\, June 29th from 6-9pm. This is a free\, family-friendly event. \nMaps will be available at participating businesses\, local cafes and shops\, and the Nelson Visitor Centre. \nYou can also find the map online here: https://ndac.ca/programs/artwalk/ URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/artwalk-nelson-opening-night-1/ LOCATION:Downtown Nelson\, Various\, BC\, Canada CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Exhibition/Speakers,Live Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2024/06/20180857/447968736_1000815262046111_5135787837724630318_n-6ZMNdX.tmp_.png ORGANIZER;CN="Nelson &%3B District Arts Council":MAILTO:info@ndac.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240701T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240701T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T122025 CREATED:20240612T215940Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240701T163253Z UID:8499-1719831600-1719849600@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Canada Day in Rossland DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendars for another amazing celebration! We are once again hosting Rossland’s Canada Day celebrations at the Museum. We’ll be open with an amazing line-up of activities\, ceremony\, cake\, and live music from 11 am to 4 pm. Check out our games and activities\, grab some tacos\, hot dogs\, and a cold drink\, and settle down to enjoy the show. The ceremony starts at 12 noon\, but the bouncy castle will open at 11\, so don’t wait! Entry by donation. \nCheck out our website rosslandmuseum.ca/news/2024/canada-day – we’ll be updating it with a full schedule as details are confirmed. \nWe’re looking for volunteers to help with the events and for community groups/local businesses to set up info booths and kiosks on the lawn. Get in touch with Fiona at admin@ rosslandmuseum.ca to sign up! \nThis event is funded in part by the Government of Canada\, Teck Trail Operations\, Tourism Rossland\, and the Columbia Basin Trust. URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/canada-day-in-rossland/ LOCATION:Rossland Museum & Discovery Centre\, 1100 Hwy 3B | Junction of Hwys 3B & 22\, Rossland\, BC\, V0G 1Y0\, Canada CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Food/Beverage,Kid Friendly,Live Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2024/06/20181011/2024-Canada-Day-Event-Instagram-Post-LXWl2f.tmp_.png ORGANIZER;CN="Rossland Museum &%3B Discovery Centre":MAILTO:info@rosslandmuseum.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240701T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240701T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T122025 CREATED:20240610T162422Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240610T162422Z UID:8417-1719835200-1719846000@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Mountain Mosaic: Festival of the Arts 2024 DESCRIPTION:CV Arts is thrilled to be bringing back Mountain Mosaic to the Columbia Valley community! \nWe’re hosting a free party in the park and everyone is invited to celebrate local art and culture! \nFollowing the Invermere Canada Day Parade\, Join us at Pynelogs Cultural Centre Park for local live music from:\nBlitzen Coast • Tryg Strand and the Band • OIN • Second Winds Brass Band • Rhythm by Nature Community Drumming •\nBlackstar Studios Live Community Mural • Purcell Mountain Painters Gallery Exhibition • Face Painting • Inflatable Carnival • Family Fun Entertainment and Activities • Food Trucks • Artisan Market • 50/50 Draw • And so much more… \nNone of this would be possible without the generous support of:\nColumbia Basin Trust\nDistrict of Invermere\nTravel Columbia Valley\nBlack Star Studios\nFarOut Gear Rentals\nInvermere Home Hardware\nFehr Seasons HVAC\nCris Leonard @ Royal LePage – Rockies West Realty URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/mountain-mosaic-festival-of-the-arts-2024/ LOCATION:Pynelogs Cultural Centre & Park\, 1720 4 Ave\, Invermere\, BC\, V0A 1K0 CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Exhibition/Speakers,Live Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2024/06/20181059/Mountain-Mosaic-2024-Poster-.png ORGANIZER;CN="Columbia Valley Arts":MAILTO:info@columbiavalleyarts.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240703T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240703T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T122025 CREATED:20240408T180336Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240703T170127Z UID:7248-1719997200-1720008000@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-8/ 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:20240703T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240703T213000 DTSTAMP:20260403T122025 CREATED:20240408T180336Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240703T170127Z UID:7250-1720035000-1720042200@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Weekly Tango Mini Lesson & Practice DESCRIPTION:Want to learn and practice dancing Argentine Tango?\n\n\nWe host a weekly mini-lesson and practica at Christie Lee’s Hall in Fairview.\n\n\nThe 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.\n\n\n\nDancers of all levels are welcome! Material is beginner-friendly.\n\n\nTango 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.\n\n\n\n\nPlease bring your dancing shoes and a water bottle.\n\n\n5$ donation\n\n\n\nWhere 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.\n\n\nGoogle map link: https://goo.gl/maps/zFraPXNpJ6aBBJtv6\nMaps will tell you that it’s “temporarily closed” but don’t believe it! URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/weekly-tango-mini-lesson-practice-34/ LOCATION:Christie Lee’s Hall\, 807-703 Radio Ave\, Nelson\, BC\, V1L3L3\, Canada CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2023/11/20182235/ballroom-6474222_640-s0kOpm.tmp_.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Nelson BC Tango":MAILTO:nelsonbctango@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240705T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240705T210000 DTSTAMP:20260403T122025 CREATED:20240610T161822Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240705T171651Z UID:8405-1720206000-1720213200@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:‘Utopia Unveiled: Intentional Communities in the Kootenays’ exhibition opening DESCRIPTION:The history of communal living is the subject of Utopia Unveiled: Intentional Communities in the Kootenays\, the latest history exhibition at the Nelson Museum\, Archives & Gallery\, which opens Friday\, July 5 at 7pm and runs through September 28. Utopia Unveiled features artifacts\, photographs\, and stories from the Shawn Lamb Archives and the Doukhobor Discovery Centre\, as well as many contributions from community members. A new documentary film produced by the Museum will also be screened throughout the show\, featuring interviews with people reflecting on their story. URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/utopia-unveiled-intentional-communities-in-the-kootenays-exhibition-opening/ LOCATION:Nelson Museum\, Archives & Gallery\, 502 Vernon Street\, Nelson\, V1L 4E7\, Canada CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Exhibition/Speakers,Film ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2024/06/20181059/utopia-unveiled-insta-sm-VDgQg8.tmp_.png ORGANIZER;CN="Nelson Museum%2C Archives &%3B Gallery":MAILTO:info@nelsonmuseum.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240706T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240706T190000 DTSTAMP:20260403T122025 CREATED:20240418T212645Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240705T171653Z UID:7394-1720260000-1720292400@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Balfour Daze DESCRIPTION:Exciting news! Balfour Daze will be back this year! We are looking forward to getting the whole community together again.\nWe hope to see you! Saturday\, July 6th\, 2024 at the Community Playing Fields in Balfour\nIt will be a fun day for the whole family. There will be music\, food\, artisan vendors\, kid’s activities\, a beer garden and more. We are still in the planning phases\, so follow the Balfour Daze Facebook page and the website as more information comes available. URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/balfour-daze/ LOCATION:Balfour Playing Field\, Charles Street\, Balfour\, BC\, Canada CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2024/04/20181715/436943392_929690445523252_1452759390930783973_n-gZlzNg.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240706T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240706T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T122025 CREATED:20240408T180336Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240705T171717Z UID:7258-1720263600-1720267200@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Guided Cold War 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! \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. \nEmail info@nelsonmuseum.ca to register. Adult admission required – children under 18 are always free! URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/guided-cold-war-bunker-tours-35/ 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 END:VCALENDAR