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The Royal Art Throwdown – Round 1

The Royal 330 Baker Street Nelson, BC V1L 4H5, Nelson, British Columbia, Canada

Welcome back to ‘The Royal Art Throwdown’ for our third season. After the fantastic success that we had the last two years with so many incredible artists on the stage and packed houses every night it was an easy decision to bring the Throwdown back for another winter. Round 1 will be kicking off with […]

Free

Serenity Fest

Harrison Memorial Cultural Centre 16074 Crawford Creek Rd, Crawford Bay

Free event! Collaborative art as tribute to Hilma af Klint, a recognised female genius of abstract art, whose artworks were locked in a vault to be released 50 years after her death. Facilitated by Jacqueline Wedge.  Sound healing session with a local sound healer Qusie, Chi Kung healing session with Zora followed by a self- […]

Free

Rossland Museum AGM

Rossland Museum & Discovery Centre 1100 Hwy 3B | Junction of Hwys 3B & 22, Rossland, BC, Canada

Join us for an exclusive sneak peek of our soon-to-be-launched Digital Museums Canada exhibit – Gold Mining to Gold Medals: A Century of Ski Racing in Rossland, showcasing the adrenaline-fueled adventures and enduring community spirit of our local skiers. Engage with passionate volunteers, explore our preservation efforts, and get inspired by our plans for the […]

Free

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

Film Screening: The Meaningless Pursuit of Snow

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

$10

Taghum Hall’s Christmas Market

Taghum Hall 5915, Taghum Hall Rd, Nelson, British Columbia

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

Senior Hall Nakusp 210 8th Ave, Nakusp, BC, 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

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

Local Book Signing

Coles Books Chahko Mika Mall 1107 Lakeside Drive, Nelson, BC, 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 […]

Local Book Signing

Coles Books Chahko Mika Mall 1107 Lakeside Drive, Nelson, BC, 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 […]

Rekindle at the Rossland Museum

Rossland Museum & Discovery Centre 1100 Hwy 3B | Junction of Hwys 3B & 22, Rossland, BC, 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 […]

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Tea & Textiles

J.B. Fletcher Store Museum 3602 Sutton Street, Ainsworth, BC, 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.

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