Youth Beading Workshops
2023-10-20 16:00 - 17:30 (America/Vancouver) | Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery, 502 Vernon Street, Nelson, V1L 4E7, Canada
As Brain Scans / Neurotransmitting nears its end, we are coming together for a series of beading workshops with Nelson Museum Educator Lesley Garlow. Youth workshops are Fridays, October 13 & 20, from 4-5:30pm.
These workshops are FREE and all materials are supplied.

Artist Talk with Ruth and Theo Cuthand
2023-10-20 19:00 - 21:00 | Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery, 502 Vernon Street, Nelson, V1L 4E7, Canada
As Brain Scans / Neurotransmitting comes to a close on October 21, join artists Ruth and Theo Jean Cuthand for an artist talk on Friday evening at the Nelson Museum. Share in discussion of topics related to mental health, expression through art, the power of family and kinship, and much more. This is a FREE event open to the public.

Guided Cold War Bunker tours
2023-10-21 11:00 - 12:00, 2023-10-28 11:00 - 12:00, 2023-11-04 11:00 - 12:00, 2023-11-11 11:00 - 12:00, 2023-11-18 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!

Dinner for the Cultured Soul
2023-10-28 18:00 - 22:00 | The Nineteenth Restaurant, 1602 Aaron Rd, Castlegar, BC, V1N 4L6, Canada
October 28, 2023 at The Nineteenth Restaurant. Join your friends for a fundraiser for the Kootenay Gallery of Art, and enjoy a catered four-course meal including an array of appetizers and a complimentary glass of bubbly. Live music provided by the Rob Funk Duo, and don’t forget to bring your wallet to bid on our fantastic live and silent auction items! Pay up to $99, with a game of chance to determine if you win a dinner ticket at a reduced price. To reserve a spot, call the Gallery with your credit card number by October 14 at 250-365-3337. Dress code is smart casual or as posh as you like. We look forward to seeing you there!

Hallow Zine: a Ghostly Zine Workshop w/ Renée Harper
2023-10-29 13:00 - 16:00 | Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery, 502 Vernon Street, Nelson, V1L 4E7, Canada
Museums and archives are home to all kinds of ghosts, as they hold the remnants of lives lived. What stories are hidden in the Nelson Museum? Explore the answer through writing and art with Selkirk College instructor Renée Harper.
This program is FREE but space is limited. Register by email to programs@nelsonmuseum.ca. Presented with the Elephant Mountain Lit Fest.

Are You Listening? A one-woman show by Zaynab Mohammed
2023-11-02 19:00 - 21:00, 2023-11-03 16:00 - 18:00 | Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery, 502 Vernon Street, Nelson, V1L 4E7, Canada
“Zaynab opens her heart and soul to you,” observed Meg Stewart, who was in the audience for the first performance of Zaynab Mohammed’s one-woman show Are You Listening? in the Cold War Bunker. “Her vulnerability allows you to reach into your own.”
The Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery and the Nelson & District Arts Council are presenting two additional performances of Are You Listening?, on November 2 at 7 pm and November 3 at 4 pm.
Are You Listening? is the story of a woman reflecting on what she has learned by leaning on the art of listening to herself, to others, and to the earth. It is the story of a young woman who loses her innocence at a young age due to cultural inequity, and how she finds freedom from centuries of colonization and displacement,

Spirit Moves ART OPENING
2023-11-03 18:00 - 21:00 | SOMA Sound & Events, 444 Baker St., Nelson BC
This exhibit will feature Mexican/Canadian artist, Arturo Arcos, currently living in Squamish, BC, originally from Mexico.
You are invited to experience an evening that is moved by Spirit during a time when the veil thins.
A story of death, life & the human experience depicted by the artist is emotionally engaging, mysterious and contemplative.
Donations are welcomed
Tea and snacks available

Conversations With Poets
2023-11-03 19:00 - 21:00 | The Langham, 447 A Avenue, Kaslo, BC, V0G 1M0, Canada
Join award-winning authors Jane Byers, Leesa Dean and Rayya Liebich for a lively and thought-provoking evening of readings and discussion. Each author will read from a mix of published and forthcoming work. The readings will be followed by a discussion on art, poetics, and the role of the poet in today’s here and now.

Día De Muertos Cultural Celebration
2023-11-04 16:30 - 18:30 | Nelson Studio 88, 402 Victoria St., Nelson, BC, V1L 4K5, Canada
Join us for a heartwarming, family-friendly event that delves into the rich traditions and history of Dia de los Muertos, the Day of the Dead!
We welcome and appreciate any donations to support our celebration.
Event Highlights:
– Altar Creation:
Join us to witness this beautiful tradition and add your own tributes if you wish.
– Paper Flowers Workshop:
Contribute to our communal altar by placing a paper flower in memory of your cherished ones. Purchase paper flower kits for $2 at Cowan’s or create a simple paper flower at the event.
-Presentation on Día De Muertos:
Come learn about Día De Muertos – a celebration which honours the lives of our dear departed souls.
-Poetry Workshop:
Learn the beautiful art of crafting “calaveritas” – short poems dedicated to loved ones who have journeyed beyond.
– Live Music and Dance:
Immerse yourself in the vibrant rhythms and movements that celebrate life and honor those who have passed.
– Storytelling:
Share your personal Dia de los Muertos traditions and stories in a special storytelling space. Let’s carry on these cherished traditions together!
Purpose:
This event is a bridge to connect with the multicultural aspects of Dia de los Muertos and offers a wonderful opportunity for the community to come together and celebrate the lives of those departed souls we hold dear. It’s a day to honor and remember, to create, to share, and to connect.
Date: Saturday, November 4th 2023
Time: Drop-in anytime between 4:30-6:30 PM. Feel free to come and go as you please; the listed activities will be happening throughout the event.
Location: Studio 88, 402 Victoria St, Nelson BC
Donations can be done by e-transfer to info@tapatiacollective.com or by cash the day of the event
We want to express our heartfelt gratitude to the Columbia Kootenay Cultural Alliance, Colombia Basin Trust, and Polka Dragon Arts Society for their invaluable support in making this event a reality.

Museum Mash!
2023-11-05 10:00 - 15:00 | Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery, 502 Vernon Street, Nelson, V1L 4E7, Canada
Museum Mash returns this fall with another round of singalongs, dance performances, circus troupes, writing workshops, and sock puppet shows, designed with kids in mind and for the whole family to enjoy at the Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery.
The doors open at 10 am on Sunday, November 5, with activities and performances scheduled throughout the day, until 3 pm. Performers include the Red Fox Puppet Theatre, Circus Acts Insomniacs, cardmaking in the Archives, the Nelson Writers’ Salon, and much more. Activities and performances will take place throughout the building, including both galleries, the 2nd Floor Museum Exhibit, and the Shawn Lamb Archives.

Seniors’ Workshop Series at the Rossland Museum: Preserving Family Heirlooms
2023-11-08 13:00 - 15:00 | Rossland Museum & Discovery Centre, 1100 Hwy 3B | Junction of Hwys 3B & 22, Rossland, BC, V0G 1Y0, Canada
The Rossland Museum & Discovery Centre has organized a hands-on, beginner workshop to help you preserve your family heirlooms. We will be focusing on textiles, photographs, paper, and objects You will learn how to store textiles properly, do basic repairs on objects, do basic document repairs, and encapsulation. You can bring documents from home to repair or encapsulate or you can practice on some pieces from the museum’s education collection.
Entry is by donation with coffee/tea & treats will be provided; space is limited, so please RSVP with Skylar at community@ rosslandmuseum.ca or call 250-362-7722

Kootenay Co-op Radio Fundraiser & Comedy night TAKEOVER
2023-11-08 18:00 | The Royal, 330 Baker Street Nelson, BC V1L 4H5, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 4H5, Canada
Kootenay Coop Radio – Comedy Night TAKEOVER & Fundraiser!

Join us on November 8th at the Royal for a night of laughter, camaraderie, and fantastic performances as Kootenay Coop Radio presents Comedy Night TAKEOVER & Fundraiser! Our fabulous host, Lil’ Mikey, will guide you through an evening of hilarity and fun.

What to Expect:

Live performances from your favorite KCR programmers!
Discover new shows and talents.
Indulge in a delicious dinner.
Enjoy a refreshing pint with friends.
Exclusive access to NEW KCR merchandise!

Come together with fellow KCR enthusiasts, support your community powered radio station, and have a blast at this unforgettable event!
Your presence and contributions make a difference.

Tickets available here: https://www.theroyalnelson.com/events

Son of John Album Release Show
2023-11-10 19:00 - 21:30 | Bailey Theatre, 1501 Cedar Ave., Trail, BC
Son of John Album Release Show, Friday November 10, 2023 at the Bailey Theatre, Trail BC. Show starts at 7:00PM. All tickets are available online at tickets.trail-arts.com, by phone at 250-368-9669, and in person at the Bailey Box Office at 1501 Cedar Ave., Trail.
Son of John will be performing new and familiar songs from their debut album, “Lucky,” produced by John Ellis (Doc Walker, George Canyon, Ridley Bent, Leeroy Stager, Colin James, Be Good Tanyas) with a full band consisting of Jason Thomas (Trail) on guitar, banjo, and slide, Hal Rezansoff (Slocan Valley) on stand up bass, and Don Walker (Nelson) on drums with an opening act by Johnny D. Johnson. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the Trail Hospice Society.

Weekly Tango Mini Lesson & Practice
2023-11-15 19:30 - 21:30, 2023-11-22 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!

Winter Artisan Market at the VISAC Gallery
2023-11-17 10:00 - 2023-11-18 15:00, 2023-11-17 17:00 - 21:00 | VISAC Gallery, 1501 Cedar Avenue, Trail, V1R 2J5
Join the Trail Pottery Club and the VISAC Gallery for a Winter Market. Two delightful days to purchase creations from potters, artists and artisans.
The VISAC Gallery will also have their own table offering workshop signups, upcoming exhibition information and mini prints from our brand new art vending machine! All you need is a toonie to get a random piece of artwork made by local illustrator Erin Shuttleworth.
Event Dates:
Friday, November 17, 5pm-9pm
Saturday, November 18, 10am-3pm
Free to attend.
Our Friday evening hours coincide with “Kootenay Vaudeville Affair” at The Charles Bailey Theatre – make it a double date with the VISAC and Bailey by visiting both events.
Please consider bringing cash as some vendors may not have the ability to capture card payments.

Contact info@visacgallery.com for more information.

Christmas at the Gallery
2023-11-17 10:00 - 2023-12-23 14:30 | Kootenay Gallery of Art, 120 Heritage Way, Castlegar, BC, V1N 4M5, Canada
The Kootenay Gallery’s Christmas at the Gallery Show opens on Friday, November 17th, and runs until December 23rd. Visitors will recognize many beloved and familiar vendors amongst the 100 artisans who will have new work to offer for those looking for just that right gift. We will also welcome a number of first-time vendors who will be joining our regular roster. A members-only sneak preview will take place from 10 am – 12 noon on November 17th, and the show will be open to the general public from 12 noon – 8 pm. This 5-week show will provide lots of opportunity for return visits – we look forward to seeing you!

Carol Wallace: ‘Give or Take a Few Million Years’
2023-11-17 19:00 - 21:00 | Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery, 502 Vernon Street, Nelson, V1L 4E7, Canada
“In retrospect, I feel like my work as a geologist was, in fact, my art education.” Give or Take a Few Million Years reflects Carol Wallace’s experience with the ridgelines and landscapes of her past life through drawings, paintings, and textiles that build a dreamlike, otherworldly exhibition worth delving into.
Geologic imagery is stitched and inked on layers of silk organza, magnified minerals of local bedrock are projected onto the gallery wall, biomorphic shapes are sculpted onto fractured rock, and ink drawings remind us that a rock is much more than its exterior surface.
Give or Take a Few Million Years opens Friday, November 17 with a reception from 7-9 pm at the Nelson Museum. The exhibition runs until Saturday, February 24.

The Importance of Being Earnest – Freezing Point Play Reading Series
2023-11-17 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

The Importance of Being Earnest
By Oscar Wilde
Directed by Robyn Lamb

Featuring:
Scott Thorp
Quinn Barron
Greg Marrast
Lev Sonego
Lindsay Clague
Jaimie MacGibbon
Gillian Wiley
Sydney Black
Nelson United Church

Friday, November 17, 7:30pm
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)

Dance Showcase and Dance Party
2023-11-19 18:00 - 23:00 | The Royal, 330 Baker Street Nelson, BC V1L 4H5, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 4H5, Canada
Join us for our very first Dance Showcase at the Civic Theatre on Sunday, November 19th. Doors open at 6:00 PM, with the showcase kicking off at 7:00 PM.
After the showcase, the energy continues as we transition into a vibrant Dance Party. It’s a family-friendly event, and kids are welcome to join with a parent or guardian until 10:00 PM.
Don’t miss this fantastic celebration of dance and community! Get your tickets through the Royal website – secure your spot now. ??

Studio Connexion Winter Group Show
2023-11-22 - 2024-01-20 | Studio Connexion, 203 Fifth Ave. NW, Nakusp, BC, Canada
The Winter Group Show is under way at Studio Connexion Art Gallery! VISIT – VIEW – ENJOY…perhaps FALL IN LOVE with the artworks by our talented artists.

Castlegar Community Drum Circle
2023-11-23 07:00 - 21:00 | Castlegar & District Recreation & Aquatic Centre, 2101 6 Ave, Castlegar, British Coumbia, V1N 3B2, Canada
Set free your inner rhythm, connect with your community, and let the beat move you!
Welcome to the Castlegar Community Drum Circle as part of Rhythm by Nature’s Community Drumming Tour!
Supported by the Columbia Kootenay Cultural Alliance, Rhythm by Nature brings you a fully interactive and immersive drumming experience for one night only in the Selkirk Room of the Castlegar & District Community Complex.
No drumming experience is needed and all the instruments are provided.
Professionally facilitated, participants will learn about and experiment with different drums and drumming techniques from all around the world. You’ll experience a fun and inclusive drumming workshop, but that’s only the beginning!
Here are a number of reasons why this event is for you:

Group drumming releases stress and negative emotions
You’re pulled into the present moment
It induces deep relaxation
It provides a sense of empowerment
It can reduce chronic pain & boost the immune system
Your body and mind align with the natural world
You’re offered a non-verbal communicative tool
It allows for personal transformation
Oh, and it’s a whole lot of fun!

Discounts are offered when you buy three or more tickets!
Instruments are provided but feel free to bring your own.

A little about Rhythm By Nature and your facilitator, Patrick Carrick:
Patrick is a certified ‘Circles of Rhythm’ master facilitator, professional percussionist, and music educator. Patrick has a passion for bringing people together through the power of rhythm and has worked within a wide variety of musical genres and ensembles.
Patrick founded Rhythm by Nature in 2016 and it has since become a popular mainstay in BC’s Columbia Valley region, offering a variety of programs and events that promote community connection, wellness, social development, and creativity.
Patrick’s affection for music and drumming has taken him all around the world, finally growing roots in the Kootenays. After completing three levels of facilitation training with the nationally acclaimed ‘Circles Of Rhythm’ & internationally recognized Rhythm2Recovery, Patrick has been hosting community drumming events in the communities of Invermere, Radium Hot Springs, Panorama Mountain Resort, Fairmont Hot Springs, Edgewater, Canal Flats, Kimberley, Golden and beyond. Rhythm by Nature has earned a reputation for its positive community impact and inclusive approach to group drumming.
Thanks to the support of the Columbia Kootenay Cultural Alliance, Rhythm By Nature is touring the entire Columbia Basin throughout the Fall with the intention of demonstrating the many benefits that come from the Integrative Community Drum Circle.
An Important Distinction:
Rhythm By Nature follows the ‘Integrative Community Drum Circle (ICDC)’ methodology. This means that our drumming is not based on any ethnospecific traditions, cultures, or rhythms. The ICDC employs a multicultural approach so that the experience is accessible to everyone. It’s about celebrating our diversity, creativity, and playfulness. Our drums are from all around the world but do not hold any limiting cultural or ceremonial significance. Our instruments are of premium quality and are made from 100% recycled wood fiber.
Families are most welcome. We find that very young children have trouble holding attention for the whole session and we kindly ask that children of all ages are responsibly supervised, for the enjoyment of all : )
