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SUMMARY:KOOTENAY COMEDY OPEN MIC
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by lil’ Mikey\, its an open mic Comedy night!\nTo sign up come early or message kootenaycomedy on instagram!\n$5
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/kootenay-comedy-open-mic-6/
LOCATION:The Royal\, 330 Baker Street Nelson\, BC V1L 4H5\, Nelson\, British Columbia\, V1L 4H5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events
ORGANIZER;CN="The Royal":MAILTO:marc@theroyalnelson.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240912T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240912T210000
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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-4/
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240912T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240915T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T124315
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240911T005508Z
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SUMMARY:Elephant Mountain Lit Fest
DESCRIPTION:Elephant Mountain Lit Fest is celebrating our 13th anniversary with a weekend packed with workshops\, readings\, discussions\, mentorship sessions\, and a book fair! Through a wide spectrum of literary experiences\, join us in exploring the work of talented writers who push boundaries\, bend genres\, and write from their hearts. This year’s festival line-up promises to inspire\, challenge\, and uplift. View the full festival program here: https://www.emlfestival.com/festival-2024 \nFeatured Presenters  \nShashi Bhat \nJayli Wolf \nZaynab Mohammed \nSmokii Sumac \nRoz Nay \nJayme Moye \nEmma Noyes \nBook Fair \nVisit the Capitol Theatre on Saturday\, September 13th from 1:30-4:30 to browse books by over 20 local writers from the Columbia Basin Region! Meet writers and get your books signed. \nHow to get tickets:\n-You can sign up for workshops and mentorships directly on our website here: https://www.emlfestival.com/festival-2024\n-Single evening event tickets are booked through the Capitol Theatre’s website or the box office: https://capitoltheatre.ca\n-Gold Passes must be booked in person\, by phone\, or by email through the Capitol Theatre.
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/elephant-mountain-lit-fest-2/
LOCATION:Capitol Theatre Nelson\, 421 Victoria Street\, Nelson
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Exhibition/Speakers,Live Performance,Markets/Festival,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kootenay Literary Society":MAILTO:elephantmountainliteraryfest@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240914T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240914T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T124315
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240913T012003Z
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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-45/
LOCATION:Nelson Museum\, Archives & Gallery\, 502 Vernon Street\, Nelson\, V1L 4E7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Kid Friendly
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ORGANIZER;CN="Nelson Museum%2C Archives &amp%3B Gallery":MAILTO:info@nelsonmuseum.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240914T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240915T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T124315
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SUMMARY:Arts & Culture Festival
DESCRIPTION:Join us on the Rossland Museum lawn for live music and fun for the whole family at our annual Arts & Culture Festival\, September 14th and 15th from 12 to 4 pm all weekend. In partnership with the Rossland IncrEdible Market\, we’ll be featuring Kootenay artisans\, vendors\, and food trucks! Not to mention: art workshops\, a bouncy castle\, lawn games\, scavenger hunt\, and crafts to make this the perfect event to enjoy on a September afternoon. \nSign up for a ceramics workshop with Lana Jamieson at 1pm on Saturday – we’ll be making porcelain ghost-shaped candle holders! At 1pm Sunday\, Erin Shuttleworth of VISAC Gallery will be offering a styrofoam plate printing workshop! These workshops are free\, but space is limited\, so please register in advance! Make this your weekend’s main event\, or stop by to enjoy our food\, music\, and artisans before an exciting evening at Between the Peaks music festival. \nThis Festival is an opportunity for our region’s local visual and performing artists to showcase their talents to the public as we celebrate the spectacular culture in our area with live music\, artist demos\, artisan booths\, and more. Entry is free\, but donations are always appreciated! \nThis event is supported in part by Tourism Rossland\, Columbia Power\, the Columbia Basin Trust\, the Nelson & District Credit Union\, Teck Trail Operations\, the Province of BC\, and the Government of Canada.
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/arts-culture-festival-3/
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,Markets/Festival,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rossland Museum &amp%3B Discovery Centre":MAILTO:info@rosslandmuseum.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240914T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240914T233000
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SUMMARY:The Last Arcade
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Club 86ed with support from the Moonflower Collective arts grant The Last Arcade at Oxygen Art Centre is a celebration of 1990’s and early 2000’s video games and dance music. Compete for a $50 cash prize in our NES Tetris tournament\, relive console and arcade greatness\, channel surf our custom cable system\, or just bask in the CRT glow while the beats bump. All ages\, abilities and skill levels welcome. \ntpwtr is a local glunk (glitchy lofi funk) artist who is very excited to share some new music featuring a famous hedgehog.
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/the-last-arcade/
LOCATION:Oxygen Art Centre\, 320 Vernon St Unit-3\, Nelson\, British Columbia\, V1L 4E4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Live Performance
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ORGANIZER;CN="Club 86ed":MAILTO:club86nelson@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240918
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240923
DTSTAMP:20260404T124315
CREATED:20240718T211347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240718T211347Z
UID:9474-1726617600-1727049599@www.wkartscouncil.com
SUMMARY:Elk Valley Pride Festival
DESCRIPTION:A rainbow celebreation of Pride in the mountains! This 5-day festival features Spectrum Queer Arts Day\, Drag Brunch\, Storytine\, Rainbow Reads\, Rainbow Reels\, and so much more!
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/elk-valley-pride-festival/
LOCATION:Fernie\, Fernie\, BC
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Exhibition/Speakers,LGBTQIA2S+,Live Performance
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fernie Pride Society":MAILTO:ferniepride@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240918T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240918T213000
DTSTAMP:20260404T124315
CREATED:20240622T193230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240917T030908Z
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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-45/
LOCATION:Christie Lee’s Hall\, 807-703 Radio Ave\, Nelson\, BC\, V1L3L3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Nelson BC Tango":MAILTO:nelsonbctango@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240919T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240919T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T124315
CREATED:20240801T231218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240917T030908Z
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SUMMARY:Crystal Journey In Nelson\, BC. Tagum Hall
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, September 19thTaghum Hall5915 Taghum Hall RdNelson\, BC7:00-9:00pm$25/PersonTickets Available @\nhttps://www.taghumhall.ca/event-details/crystal-journey-with-david-hickey \nAnd At The Door\n\nBring Yoga Mat Or Blanket To Lie On\n\nWhat You Can Expect From Crystal Journey:\nThe show will take place in two 40 to 50 minute sets. David’s usual set up includes 6 Quartz Crystal Bowls\, 8 Paiste Planet Gongs\, 2 Persian Santoors & Harmonica.
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/crystal-journey-in-nelson-bc-tagum-hall/
LOCATION:Taghum Hall\, 5915 Taghum Hall Rd\, Nelson\, V1L 6Y4
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Kid Friendly,Live Performance,Wellness
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ORGANIZER;CN="Taghum Hall":MAILTO:taghumhall@shaw.ca
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240920
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240921
DTSTAMP:20260404T124315
CREATED:20240920T163739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240920T163739Z
UID:9927-1726790400-1726876799@www.wkartscouncil.com
SUMMARY:Rural Theatre & Performance Lab
DESCRIPTION:A Country Road Rural Theatre Lab is an artist-focused series of workshops\, discussions\, performances and community networking events for local theatre and performance artists.  It will be hosted at the Vallican Whole Community Centre from September 20th to 22nd.  \nThe event will feature workshops in dramaturgy\, acting\, vocals\, viewpoints\, improv\, clowning\, and devising\, as well as a roundtable discussion on local rural production and the New Works Cabaret\, a showcase of short new theatre pieces by local artists. \nRegistration is by sliding scale\, and open to artists at any stage of their craft.  To learn more or to register\, visit www.ruraltheatrelab.com. \nFinancial support for this project generously provided by the Columbia Kootenay Cultural Alliance and the Columbia Basin Trust.
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/rural-theatre-performance-lab-2/
LOCATION:Vallican Whole Community Centre\, 3762 Little Slocan South Road\, Vallican\, British Columbia\, V0G2J0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Exhibition/Speakers,Live Performance,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Vallican Whole Community Centre":MAILTO:info@vallicanwhole.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240920T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240920T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T124315
CREATED:20240920T163739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240920T163739Z
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SUMMARY:‘Witness Blanket’ closing ceremony
DESCRIPTION:The Witness Blanket closes this Friday\, September 20 at the Nelson Museum. This FREE event is open to the public\, and will feature a screening of the 8-minute version of the documentary\, as well as jingle dancers and speakers. The event starts at 6 pm and seating will be limited.
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/witness-blanket-closing-ceremony/
LOCATION:Nelson Museum\, Archives & Gallery\, 502 Vernon Street\, Nelson\, V1L 4E7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Exhibition/Speakers,Film,Live Performance
ORGANIZER;CN="Nelson Museum%2C Archives &amp%3B Gallery":MAILTO:info@nelsonmuseum.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240921T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240921T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T124315
CREATED:20240624T015625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240921T040113Z
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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-46/
LOCATION:Nelson Museum\, Archives & Gallery\, 502 Vernon Street\, Nelson\, V1L 4E7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Kid Friendly
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ORGANIZER;CN="Nelson Museum%2C Archives &amp%3B Gallery":MAILTO:info@nelsonmuseum.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240921T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240921T220000
DTSTAMP:20260404T124315
CREATED:20240920T163621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240921T040114Z
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SUMMARY:Argenta Fall Faire
DESCRIPTION:The Argenta Fall Faire is a family friendly community celebration!\n\nMarket: noon – 5pm\n\nLive music into the evening!
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/argenta-fall-faire/
LOCATION:Argenta Community Hall\, 1024 Argenta Rd\, Argenta .\, British Columbia\, V0G1B0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Food/Beverage,Kid Friendly,Live Performance,Markets/Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240921T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240921T213000
DTSTAMP:20260404T124315
CREATED:20240920T163621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240921T040114Z
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SUMMARY:BRAVE NEW WORKS – a Theatre Cabaret
DESCRIPTION:Join us at A Country Road Rural Theatre Lab for BRAVE NEW WORKS\, a night of theatrical excerpts\, works-in-progress\, experiments\, and new work!\nOn Saturday\, September 21st at 7:30PM\, Writer/Creator/Performers from around the Kootenays are bringing short pieces of new work to share… who knows what we’ll see!\n\nBRAVE NEW WORKS is just one piece of a weekend-long event for rural theatre creators.Learn more about the Rural Theatre Lab at www.ruraltheatrelab.com.\nTickets to the Cabaret are sliding scale $10-20. Come out & support Kootenay creators.\n\nThe Lab is generously supported by the Columbia Kootenay Cultural Alliance and the RDCK.
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/brave-new-works-a-theatre-cabaret/
LOCATION:Vallican Whole Community Centre\, 3762 Little Slocan South Road\, Vallican\, British Columbia\, V0G2J0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Exhibition/Speakers,Live Performance
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ORGANIZER;CN="Vallican Whole Community Centre":MAILTO:info@vallicanwhole.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240921T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240921T220000
DTSTAMP:20260404T124315
CREATED:20240624T015625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240921T040114Z
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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-7/
LOCATION:Slocan Lake Arts Centre\, 408 Lake Avenue\, Silverton\, BC\, V0G 1S0
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Live Performance
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ORGANIZER;CN="Slocan Lake Arts Council":MAILTO:slocanlakeartscouncil@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240921T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240921T233000
DTSTAMP:20260404T124315
CREATED:20240819T201603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240921T040115Z
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SUMMARY:NERDLESQUE – ANIMATION FLIRTATION
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/nerdlesque-animation-flirtation/
LOCATION:The Royal\, 330 Baker Street Nelson\, BC V1L 4H5\, Nelson\, British Columbia\, V1L 4H5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Live Performance
ORGANIZER;CN="The Royal":MAILTO:marc@theroyalnelson.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240925T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240925T213000
DTSTAMP:20260404T124315
CREATED:20240627T204823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240925T163214Z
UID:9155-1727292600-1727299800@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-46/
LOCATION:Christie Lee’s Hall\, 807-703 Radio Ave\, Nelson\, BC\, V1L3L3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Nelson BC Tango":MAILTO:nelsonbctango@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240926T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240926T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T124315
CREATED:20240923T044207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240926T164622Z
UID:10032-1727371800-1727377200@www.wkartscouncil.com
SUMMARY:Rossland Gallery Series Opening – Jaydlyn Joan
DESCRIPTION:The Rossland Museum & Discovery Centre Gallery Series continues with a special showing of local artist Jaydlyn Joan’s work\, “Burning the Koots!” Join us on opening night at 5:30 pm\, September 26th for an address from the artist\, refreshments\, and time to take in the new exhibit with friends. Come check out Jaydlyn’s incredible pyrography and for those who can’t make it to the opening night\, Jaydlyn’s exhibit will remain onsite from September 26th to October 10th in the Museum’s Entrance Gallery\, where interested parties may also purchase the artwork. RSVP for opening night: https://rossland-museum.square.site/product/rmdc-gallery-series-opening-burning-the-koots-with-jaydlyn-joan/817
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/rossland-gallery-series-opening-jaydlyn-joan/
LOCATION:Rossland Museum & Discovery Centre\, 1100 Hwy 3B | Junction of Hwys 3B & 22\, Rossland\, BC\, V0G 1Y0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Exhibition/Speakers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rossland Museum &amp%3B Discovery Centre":MAILTO:info@rosslandmuseum.ca
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240927
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241001
DTSTAMP:20260404T124315
CREATED:20240923T052337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240923T052337Z
UID:10066-1727395200-1727740799@www.wkartscouncil.com
SUMMARY:STOODIS Indigenous Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:In 2023\, the STOODIS Indigenous Film Festival debuted\, exploring the film industry’s “Colonial Gaze” and immersing audiences in authentic Indigenous narratives. Thomas King’s words\, “The truth about stories\, is that’s all we are\,” underscored the festival’s emphasis on the profound impact of storytelling\, particularly on youth. \nThe festival’s design draws inspiration from the Medicine Wheel\, a symbol of cultural significance\, representing life’s various facets for Indigenous communities. STOODIS aims to promote the normalization and celebration of Indigenous presence and perspectives. In the predominantly rural\, settler community in which we live\, the festival seeks to cultivate knowledge\, support\, and humanization of Indigenous people\, fostering a shared understanding of past\, present\, and future. \nIn  2024\, STOODIS will offer a celebration of diverse and compelling storytelling through film\, live performances\, and community engagement and conversations. The festival aims to showcase the work of emerging and established Indigenous artists while fostering a sense of community and cultural exchange. This year\, STOODIS will spotlight global Indigenous resistance\, excellence\, and resurgence.
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/stoodis-indigenous-film-festival-2/
LOCATION:Nelson Civic Theatre\, 719 Vernon St Suite 103\, Nelson\, BC\, BC V1L 4G3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Exhibition/Speakers,Film,Live Performance,Markets/Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240927T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240927T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T124315
CREATED:20240920T163621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240927T170116Z
UID:9950-1727463600-1727470800@www.wkartscouncil.com
SUMMARY:‘Utopia Unveiled’ Closing Party
DESCRIPTION:We wrap up the Utopia Unveiled exhibition at the Nelson Museum with a closing party with performances from Carol Gaskin and Laura Landsberg. Gaskin’s performance\, Untangling: The Art of Honouring Ancestors\, features collage video and poetry reading. Landsberg’s piece\, Lines: tracing an unconventional story through Poetry and Music uses song\, poetry\, and art to craft spontaneous compositions. \nThis event is FREE and open to the public. Light refreshments will be served.
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/utopia-unveiled-closing-party/
LOCATION:Nelson Museum\, Archives & Gallery\, 502 Vernon Street\, Nelson\, V1L 4E7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Exhibition/Speakers,Live Performance
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ORGANIZER;CN="Nelson Museum%2C Archives &amp%3B Gallery":MAILTO:info@nelsonmuseum.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240927T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240927T213000
DTSTAMP:20260404T124315
CREATED:20240920T163621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240927T170116Z
UID:9952-1727465400-1727472600@www.wkartscouncil.com
SUMMARY:Sexsmith at Sixty
DESCRIPTION:Sexsmith At Sixty – Capitol Season\nAdult $35\nSenior #31.50\nUnder 30 $10 \nRon Sexsmith is one of Canada’s most accomplished singer-songwriters. He has collaborated with the likes of Daniel Lanois\, Mitchell Froom\, Ane Brun\, Tchad Blake\, and Bob Rock. His songwriting appears on albums from Rod Stewart\, Michael Bublé\, k.d. lang\, Emmylou Harris and Feist. His inimitable work has drawn praise from the likes of Paul McCartney\, Elvis Costello and Chris Martin to name just a few. He has been awarded 3 Juno Awards\, having been nominated 15 times including eight nods for Songwriter of the Year. \n 
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/sexsmith-at-sixty-2/
LOCATION:The Capitol Theatre\, 421 Victoria Street\, Nelson\, British Columbia\, V1L 5R2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Live Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240928T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240928T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T124315
CREATED:20240630T214702Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240928T170314Z
UID:9195-1727521200-1727524800@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-47/
LOCATION:Nelson Museum\, Archives & Gallery\, 502 Vernon Street\, Nelson\, V1L 4E7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Kid Friendly
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ORGANIZER;CN="Nelson Museum%2C Archives &amp%3B Gallery":MAILTO:info@nelsonmuseum.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240928T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240928T233000
DTSTAMP:20260404T124315
CREATED:20240822T192403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240928T170328Z
UID:9758-1727555400-1727566200@www.wkartscouncil.com
SUMMARY:Hippie Happening dance with Paisley Groove
DESCRIPTION:ALFA Guild Nakusp presents Hippie Happening live music/dance with Paisley Groove.\nSept 28 at the Nakusp Arena Auditorium.\n19+ Doors at 8:30\, Band 9pm\, last call 11:30pm\nTickets: $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 night of the event. \nWear your grooviest 60’s and 70’s styles!
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/hippie-happening-dance-with-paisley-groove/
LOCATION:Nakusp\, 608 Broadway Street\, Nakusp\, British Columbia\, V0G 1R0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Arrow Lakes Fine Arts":MAILTO:alfaguildgallery@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240930T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240930T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T124315
CREATED:20240930T051701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240930T051701Z
UID:10274-1727690400-1727694000@www.wkartscouncil.com
SUMMARY:Yaq̓it ʔa·knuqⱡi ‘it Flag Raising
DESCRIPTION: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 of residential schools.We invite you to attend this important ceremony.
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/yaq%cc%93it-%ca%94a%c2%b7knuq%e2%b1%a1i-it-flag-raising/
LOCATION:Fernie City Hall\, 501 3rd Ave\, Fernie
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240930T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240930T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T124315
CREATED:20240930T044925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240930T044925Z
UID:10263-1727690400-1727697600@www.wkartscouncil.com
SUMMARY:National Truth and Reconciliation Day and Orange Shirt Day
DESCRIPTION: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.\nLunch will follow.\nEveryone is welcome. Show your support. Wear some orange.
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/national-truth-and-reconciliation-day-and-orange-shirt-day/
LOCATION:Saint Eugene Mission\, V0B 1N0
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240930T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240930T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T124315
CREATED:20240930T053019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240930T053019Z
UID:10278-1727694000-1727701200@www.wkartscouncil.com
SUMMARY:Orange Shirt Day
DESCRIPTION: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 the experiences of those affected by this history\, including children\, survivors\, and their families. We warmly welcome everyone in the community to join us on September 30th to commemorate this important day\, deepen understanding of the past\, and offer a space for healing and connection. This year’s event will be held at the Castlegar COINS office\, located at 1801 Connors Road\, from 11 am to 1 pm\, regardless of weather conditions. \nIf you’d like to volunteer on this day\, please contact supporteddevelopmentwk@coinations.net
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/orange-shirt-day/
LOCATION:1801 Connors Road
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Circle of Indigenous Nations":MAILTO:info@coinations.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240930T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240930T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T124315
CREATED:20240930T050739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240930T050739Z
UID:10270-1727697600-1727703000@www.wkartscouncil.com
SUMMARY:Walk and Gathering for Truth and Reconciliation
DESCRIPTION:??:?? ???? ?? ??? ??? ???? ??????? ???\, ??? ? ?? ?\n??:?? ???? ??? ????? & ??????????????Route:Start at RCU back parking lot\, 110 2 St W (off Connaught St).Go down the alley to First StTurn right on First StTurn right on MackenzieTurn right on 4thTurn left on Campbell AveContinue on to Centennial Park DriveEnd at Worker’s Memorial in Centennial Park\n?:?? ???? & ????????? At Centennial Park (near the Worker’s Memorial)Potluck* + food provided by the Neighbourhood Kitchen.Bring your own beverages and chairs / picnic blanket*\n?:?? ???? ?????? Led by a member of our Indigenous community.Please bring a drum* if you would like.\n*You can drop your chairs\, potluck items\, drums etc\, off at 11:30 at the park before heading to the start of the walk.\n\n??????????We need volunteers to help run the event.If you’re interested please submit this formhttps://forms.gle/y1wwB6Za5876czzU7
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/walk-and-gathering-for-truth-and-reconciliation/
LOCATION:110 2nd Street\, 110 2nd Street\, Revelstoke
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240930T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240930T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T124315
CREATED:20240930T045927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240930T045927Z
UID:10267-1727697600-1727704800@www.wkartscouncil.com
SUMMARY:National Truth and Reconciliation Day
DESCRIPTION: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.\nFollowing the 12pm closing ceremonies of Stoodis Film Festival\, come down to Lakeside for fresh bannock and more food and community
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/national-truth-and-reconciliation-day/
LOCATION:Lakeside Park\, 1900 Lakeside Dr.\, Nelson\, V1L 5S4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="West Kootenay Metis Society":MAILTO:westkootenaymetis@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241001T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241001T233000
DTSTAMP:20260404T124315
CREATED:20240923T044005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241001T191652Z
UID:10048-1727812800-1727825400@www.wkartscouncil.com
SUMMARY:RUTH & SHELBY PRESENT: BOOT SCOOTIN’ BOOGIE
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/ruth-shelby-present-boot-scootin-boogie/
LOCATION:The Royal\, 330 Baker Street Nelson\, BC V1L 4H5\, Nelson\, British Columbia\, V1L 4H5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Workshops
ORGANIZER;CN="The Royal":MAILTO:marc@theroyalnelson.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241002T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241002T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T124315
CREATED:20240704T200216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241002T193238Z
UID:9237-1727859600-1727870400@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-11/
LOCATION:J.B. Fletcher Store Museum\, 3602 Sutton Street\, Ainsworth\, BC\, V0G 1A0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="J.B. Fletcher Store Museum":MAILTO:jbfletcherstore@gmail.com
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