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Family Story Time

Nelson Public Library 602 Stanley St, Nelson, British Columbia, Canada

Drop by the Nelson Public Library Thursday mornings at 10:30 come to sing your favourite songs and hear some great stories! All ages welcome.

Winter Solstice Gatherings

Nelson & District Women’s Centre 420 Mill Street, Nelson, British Columbia, Canada

It’s time for our annual Winter Solstice event! Due to the mega-success of last year, we’ll be dividing the events across two days this year. ???? ???? ???: ????-???Come join us for delicious treats, a hearty Solstice meal, a game or two and some live music! ????? ???? ???: ????-???Come visit our annual gift shop […]

Fall into Fall FREE Thursday evenings

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

The Nelson Museum is open late on Thursdays and admission is FREE from 4-8pm. Explore the new gallery exhibitions — A Crack in the Mirror in Gallery A and Within This Earthen Vessel in Gallery B  — discover the region’s history in the 2nd Floor Museum Exhibit, and shop work from over 120 local artists in […]

Free

Apres FREE! Thursday evenings

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

The days are shorter but the Nelson Museum is open longer! Thursdays from 4-8pm is FREE admission to the galleries, museum and Shop, where you can explore the newest exhibitions, learn about local history, and shop over 100 local artists!

Free

Rangoli Workshop w/ Surya Sameera

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

Inspired by the current exhibitions Within This Earthen Vessel and A Crack in the Mirror at the Nelson Museum –  join artist Surya Sameera for an evening of Rangoli making. Rangoli is an art form that originates from the Indian subcontinent, in which patterns are created on the floor or a tabletop. We will be […]

Free

Celebrate Winter Solstice (One Day Retreat)

Online

Join us at this potent time of the sun’s rebirth. We will be honouring our deep connection with nature, inviting in the nurturing power of the Light and letting it shine out to others throughout the world. Combining movement and stillness we will be reflecting, bringing together the opposites and connecting to the wisdom within. […]

$100

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

Open Mic

Slocan Lake Arts Centre 408 Lake Avenue, Silverton, BC

Hosted by Jeff Bonner, this licensed evening of performances will be a delight and full of surprises! Come to play, or simply to enjoy the local talents. Event takes place in our Slocan Lake Arts Center: 408 4th Street, Silverton BC This happens every 3rd Saturday of the month!

$15 – $20

Fiesta Latina

Finley’s Bar $ Grill 705 Vernon St, Nelson, BC, Canada

***30 min Salsa class starting at 7 pm*** Fiesta Latina is back to fire up the dance floor at Finley’s! Join us for an electrifying Fiesta Latina hosted by Tapatia Collective. Get ready to immerse yourself in the vibrant rhythms and flavors of Latin America. Whether you’re a seasoned dancer or just looking to spice […]

Fall into Fall FREE Thursday evenings

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

The Nelson Museum is open late on Thursdays and admission is FREE from 4-8pm. Explore the new gallery exhibitions — A Crack in the Mirror in Gallery A and Within This Earthen Vessel in Gallery B  — discover the region’s history in the 2nd Floor Museum Exhibit, and shop work from over 120 local artists in […]

Free

Apres FREE! Thursday evenings

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

The days are shorter but the Nelson Museum is open longer! Thursdays from 4-8pm is FREE admission to the galleries, museum and Shop, where you can explore the newest exhibitions, learn about local history, and shop over 100 local artists!

Free

The Royal Art Throwdown – Round 2

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

The silly season is upon us and we would like to throw your favorite winter event into the mix!! Art throwdown is on and we are stoked to welcome a new bunch of artists and a new DJ to the stage on the 27th!! If you haven’t been to one of these make sure you […]

Free