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Are You Listening? A one-woman show by Zaynab Mohammed

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

$8 – $10

Are You Listening? A one-woman show by Zaynab Mohammed

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

$8 – $10

Spirit Moves ART OPENING

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 […]

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Conversations With Poets

The Langham 447 A Avenue, Kaslo, BC, 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.

$10

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

Día De Muertos Cultural Celebration

Nelson Studio 88 402 Victoria St., Nelson, BC, 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. […]

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Museum Mash!

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

Free

Seniors’ Workshop Series at the Rossland Museum: Preserving Family Heirlooms

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

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Kootenay Co-op Radio Fundraiser & Comedy night TAKEOVER

The Royal 330 Baker Street Nelson, BC V1L 4H5, Nelson, British Columbia, 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 […]

$10

Son of John Album Release Show

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 […]

$15 – $25.

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

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