West Kootenay Regional Arts Council

Weekly Tango Mini Lesson & Practice
2024-02-28 19:30 - 21:30, 2024-03-06 19:30 - 21:30, 2024-03-13 19:30 - 21:30, 2024-03-20 19:30 - 21:30 (America/Vancouver) | Christie Lee’s Hall, 807-703 Radio Ave, Nelson, BC, V1L3L3, 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 all levels are welcome! Material is beginner-friendly.

Tango 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.

Please bring your dancing shoes and a water bottle.

5$ donation

Where 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.

Google map link: https://goo.gl/maps/zFraPXNpJ6aBBJtv6
Maps will tell you that it’s “temporarily closed” but don’t believe it!

OKAN
2024-02-28 19:30 - 21:30 (America/Edmonton) | Golden Civic Centre, 806 10th Avenue S, Golden, BC
Toronto-based OKAN is a woman-led Afro-Cuban ensemble that beautifully integrates jazz, Latin, and folk rhythms. Their roots are deep, yet the music they make is contemporary, exciting, and sophisticated. This is a must-see performance.

Guided Cold War Bunker tours
2024-03-02 11:00 - 12:00, 2024-03-09 11:00 - 12:00, 2024-03-16 11:00 - 12:00, 2024-03-23 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!

Tea & Textiles
2024-03-06 09:00 - 12:00 (America/Vancouver) | J.B. Fletcher Store Museum, 3602 Sutton Street, Ainsworth, BC, V0G 1A0, 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.

Royal BC Museum Community Conversations at the Rossland Museum
2024-03-06 17:30 - 19:00 (America/Vancouver) | Rossland Museum & Discovery Centre, 1100 Hwy 3B | Junction of Hwys 3B & 22, Rossland, BC, V0G 1Y0, Canada
The Royal BC Museum and the Rossland Museum & Discovery Centre officially invite the community to join us for a Community Conversation on Wednesday, March 6th at 5:30 pm up at the Museum. Community conversations are an opportunity to gather with your community for a focused conversation on how a reimagined Royal BC Museum could better serve and represent people living throughout BC.
Touching on topics including the Format and Location of the new RBCM site, Indigenous Reconciliation and UNDRIP Implementation, Diversity and Representation, and Inclusion and Accessibility. This is also an opportunity for a sneak peek at Rossland Museum & Discovery Centre’s own renewal plans.
Snacks and drinks will be provided. Come play a role in shaping how our heritage is communicated locally and across the province! Connect with Skylar at community@rosslandmuseum.ca for any questions or further information.
RSVP for this free event here: https://www.royalbcmuseum.bc.ca/visit/events/calendar/event/community-conversation-rossland

PRODUCER JAM NIGHT (NELSON) | A night of collaboration
2024-03-06 18:00 - 21:30 (America/Vancouver) | Jam Factory Co-working Space, 303 Vernon St., Nelson, V1L4E3, Canada
Finally! A night for Producers, Beatmakers, and Electronic Music Composers to jam for fun!
WHAT IS IT? It’s a night of collaboration games for Producers, Beat-Makers, and Electronic Music Composers, of all genres, DAWs, and skill levels.
Join us for a fun music collaboration event tailored for electronic music composers and producers. Bring your Headphones and laptop with your preferred DAW or hardware such as MPC, Maschine, Push3, or others.
The event is on March 6th from 6-9:30 pm at “The Jam Factory”, 303 Vernon St, Nelson, BC V1L 4E3. This inaugural event kicks off a series of monthly jams, each featuring a unique collaboration “game” or “style”. Here’s how it works:
Seed Creation: We’ll provide a “Seed” – a sample, stems, or a found sound (like popcorn popping).
Production Phase: Spend the first hour creating elements (drums, bass, synths, chops, etc.) inspired by or derived from the Seed.
Stem Sharing: Export your audio stems and upload them to a shared Dropbox or USB.
Collaboration Phase: In the remaining hour, combine uploaded elements from other participants as you see fit.
Show and Tell: Conclude with a showcase and Q&A session.
This collaborative approach, dubbed “Co-Independent Collaboration”, aims to foster community networking, enhance creative decision-making skills, boost confidence, and inspire both new and seasoned electronic composers. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to have fun, learn, and connect with fellow music enthusiasts!
RECAP:
-Date: March 6th
-Time: 6:00 pm – 9:30 pm
-Location: The Jam Factory, 303 Vernon St, Nelson, BC V1L 4E3
-Cost: $5 participation fee (to cover space rental)
What to Bring:
-Laptop with preferred DAW
-Hardware if you prefer (e.g., MPC, Maschine, Push3)
-Headphones
QUESTIONS?
Text or call: 1 250 505 7725
SEE YOU THERE!
Oh! and don’t forget to bring a friend!

Langham Gallery Opening Night
2024-03-08 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Vancouver) | The Langham, 447 A Avenue, Kaslo, BC, V0G 1M0, Canada
Save The Date!! Friday March 8th from 7-9 pm. Join us for the opening night of 2 exhibitions at the Langham.
Monstro, Monstrare by Calgary based ceramic artist Yvonne Kustec.
Here’s to You, Fair Lady, guest curated by Kootenay Lake Archives, Elizabeth Scarlett, and Maggie Tchir celebrating the Langham Cultural Society’s 50th Anniversary. So come out and enjoy an evening of celebrating art and history at the Langham.

Spotlight: International Womens Day Special
2024-03-08 19:00 - 22:00 (America/Edmonton) | 601 1st Ave, Fernie BC
Join us this special edition of Spotlights to celebrate International Women’s day in partnership with the Fernie Women’s Resource centre featuring local female performers!
Bring your friends for a fun evening out to support the Fernie Women’s Resource centre. All funds raised will go to supporting their causes in the Elk Valley. Each ticket includes a $10 donation. There are also options to add a further donation when you register or on the night!
Doors at 7pm, Show begins promptly at 8pm
$10 Donation included in ticket price!
March Spotlight will Feature:
The Audielles An ensemble of ladies living locally in Fernie, BC, The Audielles sing a variety of different arrangements. These ladies leave your soul feeling full & bubbly. Their hard work doesn’t go unnoticed. A joy to see and hear them all take pleasure in the art of singing!
Anie Hepher With her clear and fearless vocals Anie Hepher invites the crowd to ponder family, laughter, heartache, loneliness, love, connection, fields, boats, ponies & railroads. Her original music is built around her pure and unfettered voice.
Rachel Behan Local legend and member of ‘The Hark Raving Sirens’, Rachel Behan sings with the clarity of a bell. She teaches voice lessons here at the Arts Station for a reason!
Shelby Knudsen She has been a member of the all-female band Wild Honey for a decade. Together they
released two albums and continue to play stages all over Western Canada. She grew up in Cranbrook,
but made Fernie her home a dozen years ago. She loves to write and isn’t picky about the medium.
Songs and magazine articles, short stories and novels. She’s the author of Mountain Girl, has another
novel ready to be released, and is thrilled to be back with a monthly column for The Fernie Fix. This is
her first solo show.
Naena Robinson A true Fernie local who loves to share her passion for singing with our community. She has played many shows at Bramasole, The Loaf, Crumbs and more!

SHE RHYTHMES & RIDES
2024-03-08 20:00 - 23:00 (America/Vancouver) | The Royal, 330 Baker Street Nelson, BC V1L 4H5, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 4H5, Canada
Presented by The West Kootenay Francophone Association, at the Royal in Nelson on Friday March 8th @ 8PM
An International Women’s Day Celebration with performances by
BELLA CAT
CAT BIRD
OONA & ANNA
LEXA VOLT & IVY QUINN
DJ MP & DJ MADBEATS
with a Retro Sports Outfit Contest!

Museum Mash!
2024-03-10 10:00 - 15:00 (America/Vancouver) | Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery, 502 Vernon Street, Nelson, V1L 4E7, Canada
Museum Mash returns this spring with another round of singalongs, performances, cardboard box forts, and sock puppet shows, designed with kids in mind and for the whole family to enjoy at the Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery. Museum Mash provides the space for kids to be kids and shows them that museums and galleries aren’t devoid of movement and sound but are in fact exceptional places of learning and fun. This event is FREE and open the public of all ages.

Kootenay Entrepreneurs Group (KEG)
2024-03-12 17:30 - 19:00 (America/Vancouver) | Torchlight Brewing Co., 125 Hall St, Nelson, BC, V1L 7B4
Are you starting your own business in the Kootenays?
Join other folks just like you who are navigating the path from passion to profit!
This group will give you a chance to network and skill share with other growth-minded people working on their own business!
Join us at Torchlight on the 2nd Tuesday at 5:30pm starting on March 12th!

Weaving together people and place – creating a climate of regeneration, March 15 at noon on Zoom.
2024-03-15 08:00 - 17:00, 2024-03-15 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Vancouver) | Zoom
For our next noon hour webinar, West Kootenay Climate Hub looks forward to exploring the concept of bioregionalism within our own community, including examples of on the ground regenerative projects and how we can deepen ecological connections. Jan Inglis will lead us through what is meant by bioregionalism and why it is important to re-orient ourselves to living within ancient boundaries of watersheds and our bioregional commons instead of just orienting ourselves to recent political and civic boundaries.

Climate Hub Webinar: Weaving together people and place – creating a climate of regeneration
2024-03-15 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Vancouver) | Zoom
West Kootenay Climate Hub looks forward to exploring the concept of bioregionalism within our own community, including examples of on the ground regenerative projects and how we can deepen ecological connections. Jan Inglis will lead us through what is meant by bioregionalism and why it is important to re-orient ourselves to living within ancient boundaries of watersheds and our bioregional commons instead of just orienting ourselves to recent political and civic boundaries.
More details here: https://www.westkootenayclimatehub.ca/event-details/march2024-webinar

Taghum Hall Winter Market
2024-03-16 10:00 - 15:00 (America/Vancouver) | Taghum Hall, 5915 Taghum Hall Rd, Nelson, V1L 6Y4
The end of winter is celebrated with the final Winter Market of the year on Saturday, March 16 Taghum Hall. Everything from fruit chung to apple fritters will be on offer, with organic meat, cheese, kimchi, and more baked goods to fill out the menu, plus homespun yarn, pottery, bath and personal care products, art work and more, with 22 vendors in all.

Poetry Night | Free
2024-03-19 19:00 - 20:30 (America/Edmonton) | Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre, 320 Wilson Street, Revelstoke, V0E 2S0
Unleash your inner poet at our Free Poetry Nights in the gallery! Whether it’s a cherished piece or your own creation, all are welcome to share in this cozy and encouraging space. Feel free to express yourself or simply soak in the poetry. Bring a cup of tea, bring a friend, and let the words flow!Tuesday March 19th, 7:00pm – 8:30pmThe first 45 minutes are open to all ages, however the last 45 minutes may feature mature contentRVAC, 320 Wilson stMain Gallery via the main entrancePlease feel free to bring a cup of teaNo reservations or bookings required

Indigenous Reads Book Club
2024-03-20 19:00 - 20:30 (America/Vancouver) | Nelson Public Library, 602 Stanley St, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 1N4, Canada
Embark on a learning journey with us! We will be reading books exploring the truth of Indigenous history and stories. Come to one or come to all and learn the richness of Indigenous culture. New learners welcome at The Nelson Public Library
MMIWG2S (Murdered, Missing Indigenous Women, Girls, Two Spirit) – Surviving the City by Tasha Spillet – January 24
Residential Schools – Five Little Indians by Michelle Good – February 21
Indigenous History – This Place: 150 Years Retold – March 20
Indigiqueer – Johnny Appleseed by joshua whitehead – April 17
Indigenous Humour – Prairie Chicken Dance Tour by Dawn Dumont – May 22

Free Abstract Intuitive Painting Workshop For Seniors
2024-03-21 13:00 - 15:00 (America/Vancouver) | Kootenay Seniors, Nelson Cares, 805 Nelson Avenue, Nelson, V1L
This workshop is creative play, designed to try out various acrylic painting techniques and tools.
You will be encouraged to explore overcoming blocks, relating to mistakes, building stronger communication with your inner-self and letting your creative energy to roam. The result will be your very own, unique, abstract painting.
March 21, 2024. 1pm-3pm.
*Registration Required*
Call 250-352-2708
805 Nelson Avenue, Nelson

‘VisuALchemy’ opening reception
2024-03-22 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Vancouver) | Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery, 502 Vernon Street, Nelson, V1L 4E7, Canada
Judy Wapp is a much loved and respected artist living in New Denver, BC, and is known as a prolific artist and staunch patron of the arts in the Kootenays. Judy’s work uses images from mass media to, “give a second look to what surrounds us every day.” Discussions can include the art of collage, the proliferation of the media, and more.
VisuALchemy is curated by David Everest and Arin Fay, and opens with a reception at the Nelson Museum on Friday, March 22 from 7-9pm. The show runs to June 22, 2024.

Judy Wapp: ‘VisuAlchemy’ exhibition opening
2024-03-22 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Vancouver) | Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery, 502 Vernon Street, Nelson, V1L 4E7, Canada
As an activist, visual artist, and radio personality for nearly 75 years, Judy Wapp has lived an incredible life, laying the groundwork for her intense interest in communication via mass media – the subject of her collage work for nearly 33 years.
A thoughtful look at Judy’s art career spanning six decades, VisuAlchemy is a never-before exhibited retrospective showing at the Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery from March 23 to June 22, 2024. The show features many of her collage pieces that have been held in private collections for years and not accessible to the public, as well as samples of art cards that Judy has traded around the globe throughout her storied career.
Judy’s daughter, actor and musician Bessie Wapp, has developed a special performance for the opening reception on Friday, March 22 @ 7pm. Guests are strongly encouraged to wear neckties!

Extended Bunker Hours – Spring Break
2024-03-23 12:00 - 16:00 (America/Vancouver) | Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery, 502 Vernon Street, Nelson, V1L 4E7, Canada
The Nelson Museum is offering an extended Bunker schedule for the first week of spring break! Explore one of Nelson’s best kept secrets during drop-in hours Wednesday to Saturday, 12-4 pm.
Kids – stop in at the Front Desk to get your free scavenger hunt, and return it for a prize!

SHADOWPLAY: A Night of Dark Music on Wax
2024-03-23 21:00 - 2024-03-24 00:00 (America/Vancouver) | Kootenay Co-op Radio, 308 A Hall Street, Nelson, V1L1Y8, Canada
SHADOWPLAY

Join duo CLOAK & DAGGER and their comrade JAKOB on Saturday March 23rd in the basement of Kootenay Coop Radio for a night of dark music on wax. The event takes its name from the iconic track off of Joy Division’s debut album Unknown Pleasures. The band’s intervention in 1979 was a game changer that inspired many genres of unique musical exploration, such as darkwave, EBM, industrial, new wave, post-punk, and gothic rock. The night will feature many vintage and contemporary releases on vinyl from a variety of these mesmerizing and mysterious musical genres.

“To the centre of the city in the night, waiting for you!”
-Ian Curtis

WHERE: Basement of @kootenaycoopradio – 308 A Hall St. Sinixt təmxʷúlaʔxʷ (Nelson, BC)
WHEN: Saturday, March 23rd, 2024
TIME: 9-late
PRICE: Tickets at the door $10-20 sliding scale

IG: https://www.instagram.com/p/C38a52hvGmd/
FB: https://fb.me/e/1KXpHilXG
Bio:

CLOAK & DAGGER: Eclectic Vinyl selectors and collectors Cloak & Dagger have been known to play music spanning many different genres and decades, often within the same set. Although their roots are founded in the dub realm you can expect everything from jazz, hip-hop, ambient-experimental leaning electronic & some classics from the 70’s & 80’s. The duo hosts the radio show ‘Something That’s Not Nothing’ every Wednesday night 10pm-12am pst on Kootenay Co-op radio.

@ol.molasses
https://soundcloud.com/olmolasses

@more.like.space
https://soundcloud.com/more-like-space

JAKOB: The intertwined circle and triangle is an ancient alchemical symbol representing a precise transmutation. The extension of the triangle’s points beyond the parameters of the circle indicates that the reaction will take place free from coercion or control, where the radius of the transformation is wholly dependent upon the strength of the reaction. Extending this incantation to the transformative potential of music, it is also clear that carefully curated audio atmospheres have the capacity to provoke captivating responses among audiences.

@jakobsounds
https://soundcloud.com/jakob-sounds
-No forms of bigotry or harassment will be tolerated.
-Consent is mandatory.
-Celebrate responsibly.
-Please contact us if you have any accessibility requirements and would like to attend
– Capacity is very limited so be sure to arrive early.

Israelism
2024-03-24 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Vancouver) | Nelson United Church, 602 Silica Street, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 4N1, Canada
Film: Israelism coming to Nelson, Sunday, March 24, 2024
Contacts for interviews: Sid Shniad, shniad@gmail.com
Maxine Kaufman-Lacusta, maxinekl@shaw.ca
General info: Ijvnelson6@gmail.com
Israelism, the award-winning film by Erin Axelman and Sam Eilertsen, explores the lives of two
young American Jews whose comfortable American upbringing centered largely on their
unconditional support for Israel. This film is currently on a Norther American tour and will be
coming to Nelson on Sunday, March 24 at 7 pm, at Nelson United Church (602 Silica Street).
Tickets are $15 and are available at Capitol Theatre website:

Israelism

After the film, there will be a discussion led by members of Independent Jewish Voices Canada:
Maxine Kaufman-Lacusta and Sid Shniad.
Link to film website: https://www.israelismfilm.com/

Life Drawing Sessions
2024-03-25 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Vancouver) | Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre, 320 Wilson Street, Revelstoke, V0E 2S0
Monday EveningsThese classes are open to absolutely anyone, regardless of skill level. The only thing to note is that these are self directed classes, meaning the instructor is on site to facilitate rather than teach.Who:Most sessions are semi draped and open to ages 15+, however undraped/ fully nude sessions will be open to ages 19+ only.What:A range of standard drawing materials will be available on the night, however if you’d like to work with your own materials you are more than welcome to bring those along.When:Monday Evenings, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm***Important: Please show up at least ten minutes early to set up your drawing station. Doors will be closing at exactly 6:00pm to ensure our model has privacy.*** March 4th | Ages 15+ – Semi-draped (Underwear): CancelledMarch 11th | Ages 19+ only – Undraped (Nude)March 18th | Ages 15+ – Semi-draped (Underwear)March 25th | Ages 19+ only – Undraped (Nude)Where:Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre, Main Gallery320 Wilson St, RevelstokeCost:Drop in, $15 per sessionBasic materials provided however participants are encouraged to bring their own suppliesPay with cash or card at the doorNo bookings required
