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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

Hippie Happening dance with Paisley Groove

Nakusp 608 Broadway Street, Nakusp, British Columbia, Canada

ALFA Guild Nakusp presents Hippie Happening live music/dance with Paisley Groove. Sept 28 at the Nakusp Arena Auditorium. 19+ Doors at 8:30, Band 9pm, last call 11:30pm Tickets: $25 avail at the Nakusp Bon Marche and Homegrown Market. Avail at the Silverton General Store starting August 29th. Also avail from Karen 250-863-7633 for pickup the […]

$25.00

Yaq̓it ʔa·knuqⱡi ‘it Flag Raising

Fernie City Hall 501 3rd Ave, Fernie

The City of Fernie is honoured to be joining Yaq̓it ʔa·knuqⱡi ‘it Leadership for a flag raising ceremony on September 30, the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.National Truth and Reconciliation Day is a day to honour the Residential School Survivors, the children who never returned home, their families and communities, and the inter-generational impacts […]

National Truth and Reconciliation Day and Orange Shirt Day

Saint Eugene Mission

Join us on September 30th at 10am.We will gather in front of the St Eugene mission. From there we will walk to Crying Hill together. Lunch will follow. Everyone is welcome. Show your support. Wear some orange.

Orange Shirt Day

1801 Connors Road

Orange Shirt Day is a significant occasion dedicated to recognizing the enduring impact of Canada’s residential school system on Indigenous communities. This day is a powerful reminder of the resilience of Indigenous peoples and the ongoing need for reconciliation and understanding. For several years, COINS Elders and Staff have organized a public event to acknowledge […]

Walk and Gathering for Truth and Reconciliation

110 2nd Street 110 2nd Street, Revelstoke

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National Truth and Reconciliation Day

Lakeside Park Nelson, Canada

THE WEST KOOTENAY METIS SOCIETY WILL HOST AN OPEN TRC DAY AT LAKESIDE PARK IN NELSON INDIGENOUS VENDORS ARE WELCOME TO PARTICIPATE AND ENGAGE WITH THE LOCAL COMMUNITY !!! WE WELCOME ALL / ANY DRUMMERS AND SUPPORTIVE COMMUNITY MEMBERS, SHARE STORIES AND EXPERIENCE IN A SAFE AND RESPECTFUL WAY. Following the 12pm closing ceremonies of […]

RUTH & SHELBY PRESENT: BOOT SCOOTIN’ BOOGIE

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

YEEHAW! Dust off your boots and dive into the heart of 90s country. Start off the evening by learning a line dance led by Fabiola Gascon, and then get ready to boot scoot the night away under the neon moon.

$10

Tea & Textiles

J.B. Fletcher Store Museum 3602 Sutton Street, Ainsworth, BC, Canada

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.

by-donation

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

SPECIAL FILM SCREENING: Snk̛míp Dig Deeper

Rossland Museum & Discovery Centre 1100 Hwy 3B | Junction of Hwys 3B & 22, Rossland, BC, Canada

The Rossland Museum & Discovery Centre is proud to present an Autonomous Sinixt and Valhalla Foundation for Ecology production, Snk̛míp Dig Deeper on Thursday, October 3rd at the Rossland Museum. This event is open by donation (suggested $12-$15), with proceeds after costs going to support the efforts of the Autonomous Sinixt. Register for the showing […]

$12

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