West Kootenay Regional Arts Council

Film Screening: The Meaningless Pursuit of Snow
2023-12-01 18:45 - 21:00 (America/Vancouver) | Nelson United Church, 602 Silica Street, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 4N1, Canada
Film Screening of the Meaningless Pursuit of Snow
+Live music & silent auction

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 1
6:45-9:00 PM @ NELSON UNITED CHURCH
602 SILICA ST NELSON, BC
TICKETS ONLY $10!! https://www.friendsofkootenaylake.ca/the-meaningless…/
Trailer: https://www.patagonia.com/…/the…/video-144108.html
ALL PROCEEDS GOING TO THE Friends of Kootenay Lake Stewardship Society
Event details: https://fb.me/e/1EfEWgWyX

Taghum Hall’s Christmas Market
2023-12-02 10:00 - 14:00 | Taghum Hall, 5915 Taghum Hall Rd, Nelson, V1L 6Y4
More than 30 vendors will offer unique gifts and goodies, with twinkly music and a chilli lunch to make everything warm and jolly.

Christmas Wreath Sale by ALFA Guild arts in Nakusp
2023-12-02 10:00 - 15:00 | Senior Hall Nakusp, 210 8th Ave, Nakusp, BC, V0G 1R0, Canada
Arrow Lakes Fine Arts is holding a Christmas Wreath Fundraiser Sale on Saturday December 2, from 10am to 3pm at the Seniors Hall located at 210 8th Ave, Nakusp BC. Traditional and unconventional wreaths are created and donated by members of the community. Event is free to attend.

Guided Cold War Bunker tours
2023-12-02 11:00 - 12:00, 2023-12-09 11:00 - 12:00, 2023-12-16 11:00 - 12:00 | 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!

Local Book Signing
2023-12-02 11:00 - 14:00 | Coles Books Chahko Mika Mall, 1107 Lakeside Drive, Nelson, BC, v1l 5z3, Canada
New Local Interest Kids Story Book, “Follow Me to the Golden Tree” Book Signing. Local authors, photographers and publishers, Lucas and Ginia Jmieff will be at Coles Books at the Chahko Mika Mall in Nelson on Saturday, December 2 from 11 am – 2pm to sign their new kids book. Bonus book signing includes their first publication, “Kootenay Escapes”, a photographic coffee table book that features 36 of the West Kootenay’s spectacular destinations.

Rekindle at the Rossland Museum
2023-12-02 12:00 - 16:00 | Rossland Museum & Discovery Centre, 1100 Hwy 3B | Junction of Hwys 3B & 22, Rossland, BC, V0G 1Y0, Canada
Drop by the Museum between 12 and 4 pm on Saturday, December 2nd to immerse yourself in the holiday spirit with hot chocolate, delightful snacks, and a heartwarming atmosphere. Engage in a holiday-themed STEAM activity suitable for all ages.
Admission is by donation all day.
The Museum Shop is brimming with unique treasures that make for perfect seasonal surprises – drop by any time during regular museum hours, 10 am to 6 pm Tuesdays to Sundays. Embrace the magic of giving and sharing. Let’s celebrate the season together!?

Tea & Textiles
2023-12-06 09:00 - 12:00 | 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.

Weekly Tango Mini Lesson & Practice
2023-12-06 19:30 - 21:30, 2023-12-13 19:30 - 21:30, 2023-12-20 19:30 - 21:30 | 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!

Annual NDCU Members Sale @ the Nelson Museum
2023-12-07 - 2023-12-09 | Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery, 502 Vernon Street, Nelson, V1L 4E7, Canada
Show your Nelson & District Credit Union member card and receive 20% off everything in the Nelson Museum Shop! Pick up some one-of-a-kind holiday gifts, a stunning new painting, or a heap of stocking stuffers – with over 100 artists represented, shopping local has never been easier!

Make Holiday Cards at the Nelson Museum
2023-12-07 17:00 - 19:00 | Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery, 502 Vernon Street, Nelson, V1L 4E7, Canada
Put that special touch on your holiday cards by making your own! Join us for a FREE papercraft workshop with Jenine Lillian at the Museum on Thursday, December 7 from 5-7pm. Materials provided but you are encouraged to bring your own inspiration! No registration required.

Holiday Around The World
2023-12-08 19:00 - 21:00, 2023-12-09 19:00 - 21:00 | Brilliant Cultural Centre, 1876 Brilliant Road, Castlegar, V1N 4K2
Come join the Twin Rivers Community Choir and Rossland Glee Club for an evening of music and song! Dec. 8th & 9th. 7PM
Brilliant Cultural Centre, 1876 Brilliant Rd, Castlegar, BC V1N 4K2. Concessions available.
Advance tickets available (cash only) at Mountain High Lighting in Castlegar, and Bear Country Kitchen in Rossland.
$15 Adults / $10 Students.
Tickets also available at the door. Doors open 6:15pm.

Bordertown Cafe – Freezing Point Play Reading Series
2023-12-08 19:30 - 22:00 | Nelson United Church, 602 Silica Street, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 4N1, Canada
Black Productions Presents Freezing Point: A Play Reading Series

Bordertown Cafe
by Kelly Rebar
Directed by Pat Henman

Featuring:
Scott Thorp
Sydney Black
Don Thompson
Dorothy Dalba

Friday, December 8th
7:30pm
Nelson United Church
10$ donation at the door

What exactly is a play reading?

A play reading is the most basic version of a play. Actors deliver their lines directly from the script with minimal direction and movement, but in character and with gusto. There are no technical elements such as props, costumes or lighting, but someone reads the stage directions aloud to give the audience the context for each scene.

(from What’s a Play Reading and Why is it Cool? By Andrew Kleindon)

Argenta Yuletide Market
2023-12-09 12:00 - 19:30 | Argenta Community Hall, 1024 Argenta Rd, Argenta ., British Columbia, V0G1B0, Canada
Come for the market, stay for the square dance! Experience some holiday cheer & delicious food with the folks of Argenta on Dec. 9th, at the Argenta Hall. Vendor’s market from noon – 5pm, with a bonfire & square dance to follow.

Local Kids Book Reading & Signing
2023-12-09 13:00 - 15:00 | Goldrush Book Store, 2063 Washington Street, Rossland, BC, V0G 1Y0, Canada
New Local Interest Kids Story Book, “Follow Me to the Golden Tree” Book Reading & Signing. Local authors, photographers and publishers, Lucas and Ginia Jmieff will be at the Goldrush Bookstore in Rossland on Saturday, December 9 from 1 pm – 3pm to read and sign their new kids book. Bonus book signing includes their first publication, “Kootenay Escapes”, a photographic coffee table book that features 36 of the West Kootenay’s spectacular destinations.

Rotary Carol Fest
2023-12-13 19:30 - 21:30 | Bailey Theatre, 1501 Cedar Ave., Trail, BC
Admission by Donation at the Door – Proceeds to the Salvation Army Christmas Hamper Fund.
General Admission – no reserved seating.
Get into the festive spirit! Trail Rotary Club’s annual Carol Fest is back!
The carol concert is a fundraiser for the Salvation Army Christmas Hamper Fund and features several local choirs including the St. Michael’s School Choir, Trail Harmony Choir, Kootenay Women’s Ensemble, Rossland Glee, the Salvation Army Choir AND the Trail Maple Leaf Band.
Doors open at 7:00. The Maple Leaf Band will play for the arriving audience starting at 7:15 pm and choir performances will begin at 7:30 pm. Join the Trail Maple Leaf Band in caroling in between choir performances.
Entry is by Donation at the door.
So many talented groups give freely of their time bringing their beautiful voices and talents to entertain and get us into the Christmas spirit. Join them for a lovely, heart-warming evening at The Bailey Theatre! See you there!
First set 60 min – Second set 50 minutes – 15 minute intermission. Building doors open 60 minutes before show time with theatre doors opening 30 minutes before show time. Concession available during intermission – cash only.

Kootenay Artisan Fair, Homespun Event
2023-12-15 10:00 - 2023-12-16 17:00 | Nelson District Rod and Gun Club, 801 Railway St, Nelson, V1L 1H6
We have 32 Handmade, Local Vendors for our Homespun Event at the Nelson and District R&G Club. Need a last min holiday gift or something for yourself? Our Homespun Vendor line up is live on our website.
Friday 10-7
Saturday 10-5
$2 at the door 12 and under free
https://www.kootenayartisanfair.com/dec-homespun-vendors

Nelson Museum Community Day!
2023-12-16 10:00 - 16:00 | Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery, 502 Vernon Street, Nelson, V1L 4E7, Canada
Join us on Saturday, December 16 for Community Day at the Museum! Learn papercrafting techniques to make your own holiday cards with Jenine from 1-3pm, enjoy some snacks and treats, and check out the new exhibitions Elevation and Give or Take a Few Million Years – admission is FREE all day!
While you’re here – share your interactive mural pics on social media and tag #ElevationNMAG to be entered to win a monthly prize draw! Don’t forget to tag @nelson.museum.archives.gallery

Brunch des Fêtes de l’AFKO
2023-12-16 10:30 - 15:00 | Taghum Hall, 5915 Taghum Hall Rd, Nelson, V1L 6Y4
The AFKO ( West Kootenay Francophone Association) invites you to its Winter Celebation.The purchase of a ticket includes a brunch service, an indigenuous story telling, a scavemger hunt for kids, and musical animation.

Kids Book Signing at Nelson Museum Archives & Gallery, Sat Dec. 16 11 – 1pm
2023-12-16 11:00 - 13:00 | Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery, 502 Vernon Street, Nelson, V1L 4E7, Canada
Join us at Nelson Museum Archives & Gallery this Saturday, December 16 from 11am – 1 pm, we will be singing our new local interest children’s book titled Follow Me to the Golden Tree. The Nelson Museum Archives & Gallery is hosting a free Community Day, check out the new exhibitions and stop by and say hi to Lucas and Ginia Jmieff, authors and photographers of their local interest book titles, Kootenay Esacpes and Follow Me to the Golden Tree.

WINTER ART & CRAFT SALE by the artist and friends of Strange Society.
2023-12-16 11:00 - 17:00 | Strange Society Tattoo, 201, 402 Beker Street, Nelson, BC, V1L 1M5, Canada
Arts, crafts, gifts & home decor. Dec 16th 11-5 at Strange Society Tattoo, 201, 402 Baker street on the second floor, in Nelson.

A Taghum Hall Country Christmas
2023-12-17 13:00 - 17:30 | Taghum Hall, 5915 Taghum Hall Rd, Nelson, V1L 6Y4
It’s all about twinkly family fun. Seasonal music, fun activities, and Taghum Youth Presents “How the Grinch Stole Christmas” are all part of this festive event. A “kids only” market is a great place for kids to find highly affordable gifts for family and friends. Rumour has it that the Jolly Old Elf himself will make an appearance!

OUT OF THE ORDINARY – A MAKERS MARKET
2023-12-17 14:00 - 18:00 | Eagles Hall, 641 baker street, Nelson, BC, V1L 4J3, Canada
Out of the Ordinary a Makers Market.
It is a 2 day event, Dec 15th FRIDAY afternoon/evening market, and Dec 17th SUNDAY market.
(the hall was already booked on the saturday)
Dec 15th 3-9
Dec 17th 12-6
Located at the Eagles Lodge – 641 Baker st NELSON,

30 different vendors each day!
This is a market for all & intended to highlight the amazing local makers&shakers for you this holiday season
There will be baked goods, warm drinks, smooth tunes, handmade, handprinted, upcycled, reworked, and unique offerings.
Non alcoholic Warm drink bar, and music provided by Jade Bridger.
And Festive tunes on Sunday brought to you by Cry Bebé

COMMUNITY CAROL SING
2023-12-17 15:00 - 17:00 | Nelson United Church, 602 Silica Street, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 4N1, Canada
Christmas songs by request! Robyn Lamb will host and lead us in a joyful celebration of singing and cheer!
Admission by donation. Sunday Dec. 17th at 3:00pm
Nelson United Church
602 Silica St. Nelson

NELON POETRY SLAM
2023-12-20 18:30 - 22:00 | The Royal, 330 Baker Street Nelson, BC V1L 4H5, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 4H5, Canada
An open mic poetry slam featuring poets from Nelson and whomever else should show up and sign in.
At The Royal, in Nelson, December 20th @6:30pm
$5-$10
