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Taghum Hall Winter Market

Taghum Hall 5915 Taghum Hall Rd, Nelson

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 […]

Free

Guided Cold War Bunker tours

Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery 502 Vernon Street, Nelson, 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 […]

$6 – $8

Poetry Night | Free

Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre 320 Wilson Street, Revelstoke

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 […]

Indigenous Reads Book Club

Nelson Public Library 602 Stanley St, Nelson, British Columbia, 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 – […]

Weekly Tango Mini Lesson & Practice

Christie Lee’s Hall 807-703 Radio Ave, Nelson, BC, 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 […]

$5

Free Abstract Intuitive Painting Workshop For Seniors

Kootenay Seniors, Nelson Cares 805 Nelson Avenue, Nelson

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* […]

Free

‘VisuALchemy’ opening reception

Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery 502 Vernon Street, Nelson, 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, […]

Free

Judy Wapp: ‘VisuAlchemy’ exhibition opening

Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery 502 Vernon Street, Nelson, 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 […]

Free

Guided Cold War Bunker tours

Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery 502 Vernon Street, Nelson, 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 […]

$6 – $8

Extended Bunker Hours – Spring Break

Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery 502 Vernon Street, Nelson, 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!

$6 – $8

SHADOWPLAY: A Night of Dark Music on Wax

Kootenay Co-op Radio 308 A Hall Street, Nelson, 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 […]

$10 – $20

Israelism

Nelson United Church 602 Silica Street, Nelson, British Columbia, Canada

Film: Israelism coming to Nelson, Sunday, March 24, 2024 Contacts for interviews: Sid Shniad, [email protected] Maxine Kaufman-Lacusta, [email protected] General info: [email protected] 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 […]

$15