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Join the Friends of the Nelson Public Library

Nelson Public Library 602 Stanley St, Nelson, British Columbia, 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 […]

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

KOOTENAY COMEDY OPEN MIC

The Royal 330 Baker Street Nelson, BC V1L 4H5, Nelson, British Columbia, Canada

Hosted by lil’ Mikey, its an open mic Comedy night! To sign up come early or message kootenaycomedy on instagram! $5

$5

Fall into Fall FREE Thursday evenings

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

The Nelson Museum is open late on Thursdays and admission is FREE from 4-8pm. Explore the new gallery exhibitions — A Crack in the Mirror in Gallery A and Within This Earthen Vessel in Gallery B  — discover the region’s history in the 2nd Floor Museum Exhibit, and shop work from over 120 local artists in […]

Free

Beading Workshops w/ Nicole Courson

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

West Kootenay Métis Society president Nicole Courson leads these beading workshops, sharing techniques, stories, and Métis history at the Nelson Museum. Registration is required, please attend one or the other, but not both. The workshops are FREE and all materials are provided — donations are welcomed! November 7 Sign-up November 14 Sign-up

Free

Bear Grease

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

Get ready for a jaw-dropping, toe-tapping spectacle! Bear Grease takes the 1978 musical, Grease, on an Indigenous joyride, with fashion that slays, humour that tickles your funny bone, and music that makes you groove! It’s a rez makeover for the beloved characters, keeping the authenticity alive while adding a burst of cultural flair. Buckle up […]

The Royal Art Throwdown – Round 1

The Royal 330 Baker Street Nelson, BC V1L 4H5, Nelson, British Columbia, Canada

Whats up y’all???Straight up you know that when the snow flies so do the paint brushes.The Royal Art Throwdown is back once again for another season and we are beyond stoked!!This season we will be seeing new awesome local artists, new DJ’s and the same old MC. I hope you like the sound of my […]

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

Louis Riel Day

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

The public is welcomed to commemorate Métis leader Louis Riel, In partnership with the West Kootenay Métis Society. Raise the Métis flag at City Hall, and then join us at the Nelson Museum for stew and bannock, and to officially open the Truth and Reconciliation case in the 2nd floor museum exhibit. This event is […]

Free

11TH WILD AND SCENIC FILM FESTIVAL

Columbia Valley Centre 646 4 Street, Invermere, BC

An epic night of 12 films from around the world. Sharing stories that ignite your passion for our planet and for positive change. The Wild & Scenic Film Festival is Wildsight Invermere’s annual fundraiser and, truly, the most awesome Columbia Valley grassroots gathering of the year! It’s one BIG night of shared food, drink, story telling, films […]

Dance Educators’ Showcase

Capitol Theatre Nelson 421 Victoria Street, Nelson

The Nelson & District Arts Council is thrilled to announce the return of the Dance Educators' Showcase on Saturday, November 16th at 7:30 PM. This highly anticipated event spotlights the incredible dance educators in Nelson and area, giving them the opportunity to shine in the spotlight after countless hours spent nurturing their students' growth. For […]

NMAG Annual Members Sale

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

The annual Nelson Museum Members Shop sale is here, in time for holiday shopping! Get thoughtful, locally made gifts for everyone on your list at 20% off the whole Shop for Museum members. Stock up on host or hostess gifts, stocking stuffers, and holiday cards, and the tree is full of ornaments in all shapes, […]

Free