Book Babies
2024-12-10 10:30 - 11:00, 2024-12-17 10:30 - 11:00 (America/Vancouver) | Nelson Public Library, 602 Stanley St, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 1N4, Canada
Bring your 0 to 18 month olds to the Library in Nelson for rhymes, songs & stories! A great way to meet other parents and caregivers, and enhance early literacy skills in a casual environment.
Drop-in. TUESDAYS at 10:30

Join the Friends of the Nelson Public Library
2024-12-10 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Vancouver) | Nelson Public Library, 602 Stanley St, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 1N4, 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 important part of our community. We meet at noon (12 pm) the 2nd Tuesday of the month at the Nelson Public Library.
For more information check out Friends of the Library webpage.

Crafternoon
2024-12-10 15:30 - 16:30, 2024-12-17 15:30 - 16:30 (America/Vancouver) | Nelson Public Library, 602 Stanley St, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 1N4, Canada
Drop in between 3:30 and 4:30 every Tuesday for CRAFTERNOON at the Nelson Public Library.
Crafts, LEGO, Ozobots, DatoDuo, STEAM stations & more! Every week is a bit different.
Activities will be geared towards school aged children aged 5-13.

Holiday Wreath Workshop
2024-12-10 17:30 - 19:30 (America/Vancouver) | Kootenay Co-op, 777 Baker Street, Nelson, V1L 4J5
Get into the holiday spirit with a hands-on workshop led by Laure, where you’ll craft your own holiday wreath using natural, locally sourced materials. Learn tips and techniques to transform treasures from the forest into stunning decor or heartfelt gifts.
This workshop includes all the supplies you’ll need, plus delicious snacks and refreshments. All materials are natural and reusable, making this a creative way to celebrate the season!
Register Here

KOOTENAY COMEDY OPEN MIC
2024-12-11 20:00 - 23:30 (America/Vancouver) | The Royal, 330 Baker Street Nelson, BC V1L 4H5, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 4H5, Canada
Hosted by lil’ Mikey, its an open mic Comedy night!
To sign up come early or message kootenaycomedy on instagram!
$5

Family Story Time
2024-12-12 10:30 - 11:00, 2024-12-19 10:30 - 11:00 (America/Vancouver) | Nelson Public Library, 602 Stanley St, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 1N4, Canada
Drop by the Nelson Public Library Thursday mornings at 10:30 come to sing your favourite songs and hear some great stories!
All ages welcome.

Fall into Fall FREE Thursday evenings
2024-12-12 16:00 - 20:00 (America/Vancouver) | Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery, 502 Vernon Street, Nelson, V1L 4E7, 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 the Gift Shop.

Apres FREE! Thursday evenings
2024-12-12 16:00 - 20:00 (America/Vancouver) | Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery, 502 Vernon Street, Nelson, V1L 4E7, Canada
The days are shorter but the Nelson Museum is open longer! Thursdays from 4-8pm is FREE admission to the galleries, museum and Shop, where you can explore the newest exhibitions, learn about local history, and shop over 100 local artists!

OPEN MIC NIGHT at Wild North Brewing Co.
2024-12-12 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Edmonton) | Wild North Brewing Co., 125 16 Ave N, Creston, BC, V0B 1G5
Dec 12, 2024, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Wild North Brewing Co., 125 16 Ave N, Creston, BC V0B 1G5, Canada

Event Details

Open Mic Night every 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month.

No6 Holiday Pop-Up
2024-12-13 16:00 - 19:00 (America/Vancouver) | No6 Coffee Co., 511 Front St, Nelson, BC, V1L 4B4, Canada
Enjoy the excitement of this year’s Christmas POP-UP event with locally handmade goods, pottery, treats, jewellery, and coffee!

KSA Winter Show and Sale
2024-12-13 16:00 - 20:00, 2024-12-14 10:30 - 15:00 (America/Vancouver) | KSA – Selkirk College, 606 Victoria Street, NELSON
It’s that time of year! The Annual Winter Show and Sale is happening Dec 13 (4 – 8 pm) and Dec 14 (10:30 – 3 pm).

Community Song Circle
2024-12-13 18:30 - 20:30 (America/Vancouver) | Bindu Studio, 5676 Winlaw Bridge Rd, Winlaw, BC, V0G 2J0, Canada
Community Song Circle – BY DONATION
Friday 13th December6.30pm – 8.30pm
@Bindu Studio( 5676 Winlaw Bridge Rd )
BY DONATION*Suggested $15 – $25*
No one turned away due to finances
To register your spote-mail yogamy108@gmail.com
Join Amy Heasman & Mark Parsons300hr Yoga Teacher & Vocalistas we celebrate & connect withsound & vocal expression.
– Gentle Stretching– Vocal Warm Up & Toning– Vocal Chakra Activations– Community Song Circle
Bring along your yoga mat,a cushion & a water bottle / tea

Community Day!
2024-12-14 10:00 - 16:00 (America/Vancouver) | Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery, 502 Vernon Street, Nelson, V1L 4E7, Canada
Come on in and explore the Shop at the Nelson Museum! With over 100 local artists and artisans represented, you’re sure to find something for everyone on your list. Or take a break from shopping and drop into ArtLab for free holiday card and tag making, all materials supplied. See what’s new in the galleries, with FREE admission all day!

Guided Cold War Bunker tours
2024-12-14 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Vancouver) | Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery, 502 Vernon Street, Nelson, V1L 4E7, 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 board games and ashtrays, visitors get a glimpse of the vast measures taken to create normalcy in an extraordinary time.
Email info@nelsonmuseum.ca to register. Adult admission required – children under 18 are always free!

Home for the Holidays
2024-12-14 12:30 - 17:00 (America/Vancouver) | Nelson Studio 88, 402 Victoria St., Nelson, BC, V1L 4K5, Canada
It’s the most wonderful time of the year. The Civic has been on the move a lot this year with an under the stars outdoor theatre in the Summer and Fall and now we are off to Studio 88 for our annual Home for The Holidays free community event. Co-presented and hosted by Studio 88, this year’s event promises performance, more art and music along with a free holiday movie, prizes and a visit from Santa. Bring your sketchbook and mark making tools if you got them. We will have paper and pencils on hand if you don’t.

SkillShare Saturdays: Holiday Paper Crafts
2024-12-14 13:00 - 15:00 (America/Edmonton) | Creston Valley Public Library, 531 16 Ave S, Creston, BC, V0B 1G5
Join us for an afternoon of family-friendly festive crafts using old books and book pages. All supplies provided, no experience necessary. This is an adult programming event, but kids accompanied by a participating adult and teens welcome!

Christmas with Dan Perrault & Friends
2024-12-14 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Vancouver) | Balfour: St Michaels and All angels Chapel and Performance Center (Balfour Chapel on Busk Rd.), 8551 Busk Rd, Balfour
Join us for an afternoon of festive cheer with Dan Perrault & Friends, featuring original Bluegrass, Folk songs, and Christmas carols! ? Adults: $20 | Kids (12 & under): $15. Tickets available at local Balfour businesses or call 250-229-4527. Limited tickets may be available at the door if not sold out. Enjoy a cozy cookie intermission and a chance to win a door prize!

Winter Stars Social
2024-12-14 19:00 - 20:30 (America/Vancouver) | Nelson Public Library, 602 Stanley St, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 1N4, Canada
The holiday season is a time for connecting, though sometimes it can be hard to find a way to connect on these dark December nights. To that end, teens and adults are invited to a Winter Stars Social at the Nelson Library on Saturday, December 14th, 7-8:30pm. The event is free and open to all, pairs, singles or groups.
Along with tea, cookies and socializing, local artist Rayya Liebich will demonstrate how to make folded paper stars and trees that one can make as tree ornaments, present toppers or room decorations. The decorations will be made from discarded book paper. Liebich started making art from old books a few years ago and hasn’t yet found an end to the possibilities.

Country Christmas at the Nelson & District Riding Club
2024-12-15 10:00 - 15:00 (America/Vancouver) | Nelson & District Riding Club, 4635 Blewett Road, Nelson, BC, V1L 6X4, Canada
Christmas time of the year. This is a family fun event open to the public. Come for the warm of the Christmas Spirit. Enjoy the hay rides, sleigh rides, farm animals, cowpoke roping and the gingerbread ranch. Bortsch and chili from the elves from the club house. Cozy up by the bonfire. Oh and SANTA.

SVYCC Winter Celebration
2024-12-15 13:30 - 17:30 (America/Vancouver) | Salmo Valley Youth and Community Center, 206 7th Street, Salmo, V0G1Z0
Join us at our Winter Celebration. This will be a sweet and magical event for families and community members to gather, Featuring an enchanting Arial Silks performance by Discovery Circus at 2pm! Be entertained and partake in seasonal crafts including Candle Dipping, and walking the out door Spiral Labyrinth. Plan to visit our Cookie Queen in her Crystal Cave where she will share a sweet, magical story offering each child a delicious treat from her enchanted cookie collection.

Artisan Wonderland Christmas Market
2024-12-15 15:00 - 19:00 (America/Vancouver) | Nelson Legion, 204 Victoria Street, Nelson
Step into the Magic of the Holidays!

Join us for the Artisan Wonderland Christmas Market on Sunday, December 15th, from 3 PM to 7 PM at The Legion (402 Victoria St, Nelson).

This festive market is the perfect place to: Shop unique, handmade gifts from talented local artisans Get a palm / numerology reading done Enjoy a cozy drink at our licensed venue (19+ only) Embrace the holiday spirit with a warm and inviting atmosphere

Admission is FREE, so bring your friends and family (adults only!) for an unforgettable evening filled with holiday cheer.
Follow us on Instagram for updates: @butterfliesinballgowns @spacebums.co

We can’t wait to see you there!

20/40 Auditions
2024-12-15 17:00 - 18:00 (America/Vancouver) | Nelson Studio 88, 402 Victoria St., Nelson, BC, V1L 4K5, Canada
20/40 Sketch Comedy Show Auditions.
Sunday, Dec 15th, 2024
Book a 10-minute slot between 5:50 PM – 6:50 PM
Auditions held at Nelson Studio 88 (402 Victoria street)
What’s the show?
20/40 is an experimental theatre show composed of twenty acts performed in forty minutes, the twist is the audience picks the order. This show is written and performed by the selected ensemble cast and directed by Michelle Hart. We’ve only ever performed sold out shows in Nelson, so get ready!
What do I need to do to audition?
-Perform an original 1-5 Minute monologue or sketch (This can be character monologues, two hander sketch, fun song, speech, dance, anything that you think would fit this narrative).
Sign up to audition through out google docs:
https://forms.gle/94AxHWbo5aDRiVt28

Community Carol Sing!
2024-12-15 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Vancouver) | Nelson United Church, 602 Silica Street, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 4N1, Canada
Sing your favourite Christmas songs by request!With live piano and singing!Admission by donation to support our Raise the Roof Campaign!

The Langham 50th Presents: A Christmas Carol
2024-12-15 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Vancouver) | The Langham, 447 A Avenue, Kaslo, BC, V0G 1M0, Canada
Celebrate the holiday season at The Langham!

Join us for a special reading of Charles Dickens’ timeless classic, “A Christmas Carol” our FINAL part of the Langham 50th anniversary series!

Immerse yourself in this heartwarming tale of redemption, generosity, and the true spirit of Christmas. Brought to life by over 30 local performers in the cozy setting of The Langham theatre.

Don’t miss this perfect, FREE, event to get you geared up and in the mood for the holiday season.

Our lovely talented performers will also be providing “High Tea” a free tea event on December 21st and 22nd to add to the local cheer!

All donations to this event and High Tea will benefit the Kaslo Food Hub.

Winter Solstice Gatherings
2024-12-17 11:00 - 15:00 (America/Vancouver) | Nelson & District Women’s Centre, 420 Mill Street, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 4R9, Canada
It’s time for our annual Winter Solstice event! Due to the mega-success of last year, we’ll be dividing the events across two days this year.

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AN EVENING WITH MOLLY JO, BRIANNA & AYA
2024-12-18 19:00 - 23:00 (America/Vancouver) | The Royal, 330 Baker Street Nelson, BC V1L 4H5, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 4H5, Canada
Wed, Dec 18 at The Royal

minors allowed if accompanied by parent or legal guardian

Get ready for a magical evening filled with enchanting melodies! Join Molly Jo, Brianna, and Aya as they deliver captivating three-part harmonies that blend folk, indie, and original tunes, each sprinkled with a unique twist. With a sound that’s melodic, groovy, and just the right touch of melancholy, this is a night of music you won’t want to miss. Celebrate the spirit of Christmas with a delightful musical experience that will warm your heart and lift your spirits!
