BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//West Kootenay Regional Arts Council - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:West Kootenay Regional Arts Council X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for West Kootenay Regional Arts Council REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Vancouver BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20240310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20241103T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20250309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20251102T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20260308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20261101T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Edmonton BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20240310T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20241103T080000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20250309T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20251102T080000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20260308T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20261101T080000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250723T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250723T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T131022 CREATED:20250604T184551Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250724T004714Z UID:16317-1753275600-1753279200@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Wednesday Bunker Tours DESCRIPTION: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!\n\nFrom 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.\n\nWednesday Bunker tours run seasonally from June to September. Saturday Bunker tours are offered year-round. Click on the link to register. Adult admission required – children under 19 are always free! URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/wednesday-bunker-tours-6/ LOCATION:Nelson Museum\, Archives & Gallery\, 502 Vernon Street\, Nelson\, V1L 4E7\, Canada CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Exhibition/Speakers,Kid Friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2025/06/20174553/IMG_2807-copy-qXUm5k.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Nelson Museum%2C Archives &%3B Gallery":MAILTO:info@nelsonmuseum.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250726T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250726T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T131022 CREATED:20250428T204958Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250726T211713Z UID:14452-1753527600-1753531200@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Saturday Bunker tours DESCRIPTION: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!\n\nFrom 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.\n\nClick on the link to register. Adult admission required – children under 19 are always free! (https://form-can.keela.co/bunker-tours) URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/guided-cold-war-bunker-tours-90/ LOCATION:Nelson Museum\, Archives & Gallery\, 502 Vernon Street\, Nelson\, V1L 4E7\, Canada CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Kid Friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2023/09/20182335/17-UdtcgC.tmp_.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Nelson Museum%2C Archives &%3B Gallery":MAILTO:info@nelsonmuseum.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250726T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250726T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T131022 CREATED:20250709T222750Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250726T211713Z UID:17675-1753534800-1753545600@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:InSight: Creative Soma Studio DESCRIPTION:Join in on a gentle journey inward through somatic inquiry and art therapy.  Using focusing oriented art therapy techniques we’ll explore a felt sense to experience the body’s innate wisdom to guide us towards new insight and self awareness. URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/insight-creative-soma-studio/ LOCATION:Sanctuary Art Therapy\, 406 Josephine St #203\, Nelson\, V1L 1W3 CATEGORIES:Art,Calendar,Community Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2025/07/20174445/Creative-5Pb51i.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Juanita Kiff":MAILTO:heartwithinart@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250727T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250727T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T131022 CREATED:20250715T000204Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250727T220212Z UID:17881-1753614000-1753632000@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Free Copper Etching Workshop DESCRIPTION:Metal Arts Guild Slocan Valley\nand sponsors invite you to a\nFree Copper Etching Workshop\nSunday July 27\, 11-4\nAt the Slocan Valley Threads Guild in Winlaw\n7112 Perrys Back Road\, Winlaw\, B.C.\nAdults only\, email to register\nmagslovalley@gmail.com URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/free-copper-etching-workshop/ LOCATION:Slocan Valley Threads Guild\,\, 7112 Perrys Back Road\, Winlaw\, V0G 2J0 CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events ORGANIZER;CN="Metal Arts Guild of Slocan Valley":MAILTO:magslovalley@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250727T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250727T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T131022 CREATED:20250718T180044Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250718T180044Z UID:18029-1753614000-1753632000@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Free Copper Etching Workshop DESCRIPTION:Metal Arts Guild Slocan Valley\nand sponsors invite you to a\nFree Copper Etching Workshop\nSunday July 27\, 11-4\nAt the Slocan Valley Threads Guild in Winlaw\n7112 Perrys Back Road\, Winlaw\, B.C.\nAdults only\, email to register\nmagslovalley@gmail.com URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/free-copper-etching-workshop-2/ LOCATION:Slocan Valley Threads Guild\,\, 7112 Perrys Back Road\, Winlaw\, V0G 2J0 CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2025/07/20174426/etching-poster.pdf ORGANIZER;CN="Metal Arts Guild of Slocan Valley":MAILTO:magslovalley@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250727T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250727T203000 DTSTAMP:20260403T131022 CREATED:20250718T175243Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250718T175243Z UID:18023-1753641000-1753648200@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:On BEAUTY\, As We Come to it in the Forest DESCRIPTION:A Film Screening & Book Reading\, special evening event\, during the “true nature • environmental group exhibit” at Gallery 444\, Nelson \nBarbara Brown will be showing the film: “On BEAUTY\, As We Come to it in the Forest”.\nThis film is a half-hour deep dive into the beauty\, the wonder\, and the wisdom of the forest\, through her eyes as an artist. It features the stunning cinematography of filmmaker Isaac Carter\, with a gorgeous original soulful soundtrack by Noel Fudge. \nAfter the film Barbara will give readings from her book and sign copies of “Volume II: SYLVAN REFLECTIONS: Wanderings\, Painting sand Ponderings from the Forest”.\nFrom the back cover: “Filled with the poetry of the soul\, insightful quotes and delightful pictures\, Barbara Brown gives us a peek into the transformative power of spending time in the wild woods. Using her artistic talent\, Barbara’s book succeeds in bringing us into the enchanted realm of a healthy forest\, where we may find ourselves soothed\, heartened\, inspired\, uplifted and healed.”~ Ellen Dee Davidson\, Author of The Miracle Forest and Sacred Forest Bathing URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/on-beauty-as-we-come-to-it-in-the-forest/ LOCATION:Gallery 444\, 448 Baker St\, Nelson\, BC\, V1L 4H8\, Canada CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Film ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2025/07/20174427/BeautyFilmTitlePageScreenShot.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250730T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250730T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T131022 CREATED:20250604T184547Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T003216Z UID:16322-1753880400-1753884000@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Wednesday Bunker Tours DESCRIPTION: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!\n\nFrom 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.\n\nWednesday Bunker tours run seasonally from June to September. Saturday Bunker tours are offered year-round. Click on the link to register. Adult admission required – children under 19 are always free! URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/wednesday-bunker-tours-5/ LOCATION:Nelson Museum\, Archives & Gallery\, 502 Vernon Street\, Nelson\, V1L 4E7\, Canada CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Exhibition/Speakers,Kid Friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2025/06/20174553/IMG_2807-copy-qXUm5k.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Nelson Museum%2C Archives &%3B Gallery":MAILTO:info@nelsonmuseum.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250801T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250801T210000 DTSTAMP:20260403T131022 CREATED:20250627T052506Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250801T234717Z UID:17216-1754071200-1754082000@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:ArtWalk 2025 Opening Night DESCRIPTION:Join the Nelson District Arts Council for the annual ArtWalk Opening night on Friday\, August 1st. Wander the street checking out the art at over 20 venues\, listen to music and be entertained as you stroll. URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/artwalk-2025-opening-night/ LOCATION:Downtown Nelson\, Various\, BC\, Canada CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Exhibition/Speakers,Kid Friendly,Live Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2025/06/20174516/artwalk-rbDu61.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Nelson &%3B District Arts Council":MAILTO:info@ndac.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250802T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250802T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T131022 CREATED:20250505T191157Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250802T221711Z UID:14748-1754132400-1754136000@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Saturday Bunker tours DESCRIPTION: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!\n\nFrom 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.\n\nClick on the link to register. Adult admission required – children under 19 are always free! (https://form-can.keela.co/bunker-tours) URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/guided-cold-war-bunker-tours-91/ LOCATION:Nelson Museum\, Archives & Gallery\, 502 Vernon Street\, Nelson\, V1L 4E7\, Canada CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Kid Friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2023/09/20182335/17-UdtcgC.tmp_.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Nelson Museum%2C Archives &%3B Gallery":MAILTO:info@nelsonmuseum.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250806T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250806T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T131022 CREATED:20250508T215931Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250802T221713Z UID:14930-1754470800-1754481600@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Tea & Textiles DESCRIPTION: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. URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/tea-textiles-21/ LOCATION:J.B. Fletcher Store Museum\, 3602 Sutton Street\, Ainsworth\, BC\, V0G 1A0\, Canada CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2023/11/20182158/IMG_1102-16yh8u.tmp_.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="J.B. Fletcher Store Museum":MAILTO:jbfletcherstore@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250806T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250806T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T131022 CREATED:20250604T184542Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250802T221718Z UID:16325-1754485200-1754488800@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Wednesday Bunker Tours DESCRIPTION: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!\n\nFrom 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.\n\nWednesday Bunker tours run seasonally from June to September. Saturday Bunker tours are offered year-round. Click on the link to register. Adult admission required – children under 19 are always free! URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/wednesday-bunker-tours-4/ LOCATION:Nelson Museum\, Archives & Gallery\, 502 Vernon Street\, Nelson\, V1L 4E7\, Canada CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Exhibition/Speakers,Kid Friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2025/06/20174553/IMG_2807-copy-qXUm5k.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Nelson Museum%2C Archives &%3B Gallery":MAILTO:info@nelsonmuseum.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250809T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250810T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T131022 CREATED:20250803T023929Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250803T023929Z UID:18385-1754733600-1754841600@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Waking Up The Park DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Vallican Whole on the weekend of August 9 – 10 to celebrate the re-opening of the Sculpture Park. Originally opened in 2010\, the park has been quietly slumbering until this year\, when some of our best local artists have installed new wonderful sculptures to awaken it. \nCome walk the forest pathways and discover the magical visions and presences\, and visit the indoor gallery where there will be a new show by local artists for the duration of the weekend. Take part in art making workshops for all ages – a hands-on opportunity to use natural and recycled materials creatively. On Sunday\, enjoy music by the duo Tunupa The Cosmic Gardeners (Eva Tree and Bill Dickerson) between 1 and 3 pm\, and a barbecue from 12 to 2pm. \nThis is a FREE event\, sponsored by the Columbia Basin Culture Tour. Sculpture park and gallery will be open 10 – 4 both days. See you there! URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/waking-up-the-park/ LOCATION:Vallican Whole Community Centre\, 3762 Little Slocan South Road\, Vallican\, British Columbia\, V0G2J0\, Canada CATEGORIES:Art,Calendar,Community Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2025/08/20174421/image7-3-copy-1-iqbrHW.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Vallican Whole Community Centre":MAILTO:info@vallicanwhole.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250809T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250810T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T131022 CREATED:20250803T023955Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250803T023955Z UID:18383-1754733600-1754841600@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Waking Up The Park DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Vallican Whole on the weekend of August 9 – 10 to celebrate the re-opening of the Sculpture Park. Originally opened in 2010\, the park has been quietly slumbering until this year\, when some of our best local artists have installed new wonderful sculptures to awaken it. \nCome walk the forest pathways and discover the magical visions and presences\, and visit the indoor gallery where there will be a new show by local artists for the duration of the weekend. Take part in art making workshops for all ages – a hands-on opportunity to use natural and recycled materials creatively. On Sunday\, enjoy music by the duo Tunupa The Cosmic Gardeners (Eva Tree and Bill Dickerson) between 1 and 3 pm\, and a barbecue from 12 to 2pm. \nThis is a FREE event\, sponsored by the Columbia Basin Culture Tour. Sculpture park and gallery will be open 10 – 4 both days. See you there! URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/waking-up-the-park-2/ LOCATION:Vallican Whole Community Centre\, 3762 Little Slocan South Road\, Vallican\, British Columbia\, V0G2J0\, Canada CATEGORIES:Art,Calendar,Community Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2025/08/20174421/image7-3-copy-e3tH8N.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Vallican Whole Community Centre":MAILTO:info@vallicanwhole.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250809T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250809T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T131022 CREATED:20250512T193603Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250802T221720Z UID:15024-1754737200-1754740800@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Saturday Bunker tours DESCRIPTION: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!\n\nFrom 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.\n\nClick on the link to register. Adult admission required – children under 19 are always free! (https://form-can.keela.co/bunker-tours) URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/guided-cold-war-bunker-tours-92/ LOCATION:Nelson Museum\, Archives & Gallery\, 502 Vernon Street\, Nelson\, V1L 4E7\, Canada CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Kid Friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2023/09/20182335/17-UdtcgC.tmp_.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Nelson Museum%2C Archives &%3B Gallery":MAILTO:info@nelsonmuseum.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250812T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250812T203000 DTSTAMP:20260403T131022 CREATED:20250803T023936Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250803T023936Z UID:18387-1755025200-1755030600@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Valhalla Wilderness Society Film Screening – Safe Haven DESCRIPTION:All are invited to a screening of Damien Gillis and Valhalla Wilderness Society’s new film\, Safe Haven: The Rainbow-Jordan Wilderness. The 30 minute film will be followed by a presentation by Valhalla Wilderness Society biologist and campaigner Amber Peters\, including stunning photography from 25 years of research in British Columbia’s inland temperate rainforest. \nNorth Shore Hall – 675 Whitmore Rd\, Nelson\, BC V1L 6H7. \nDoors open at 6:30pm. Film starts at 7pm. \nAdmission by donation. \nThis event is being hosted by the Valhalla Wilderness Society. The Rainbow-Jordan Wilderness proposal was designed to protect a globally significant Inland Temperate Rainforest near Revelstoke\, BC. Since 2017 Valhalla Wilderness Society has studied the incredible biodiversity of this intact wilderness area that was previously unknown to science. Two years of filming in the proposal’s ancient forest led to the creation of Safe Haven. The film is a call to action for British Columbians to support the campaign to protect three remaining biodiversity havens of the inland temperate rainforest. \nContact info (at) vws.org for more information. \nPlease spread the word and come show your support! URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/valhalla-wilderness-society-film-screening-safe-haven/ LOCATION:North Shore Hall\, 675 Whitmore Rd\, Nelson\, BC\, V1L 6H7\, Canada CATEGORIES:Art,Calendar,Community Events,Film ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2025/08/20174419/Screenshot-2025-07-22-153648-VYhHf5.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Valhalla Wilderness Society":MAILTO:info@vws.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250813T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250813T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T131022 CREATED:20250604T184538Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T230213Z UID:16330-1755090000-1755093600@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Wednesday Bunker Tours DESCRIPTION: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!\n\nFrom 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.\n\nWednesday Bunker tours run seasonally from June to September. Saturday Bunker tours are offered year-round. Click on the link to register. Adult admission required – children under 19 are always free! URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/wednesday-bunker-tours-3/ LOCATION:Nelson Museum\, Archives & Gallery\, 502 Vernon Street\, Nelson\, V1L 4E7\, Canada CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Exhibition/Speakers,Kid Friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2025/06/20174553/IMG_2807-copy-qXUm5k.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Nelson Museum%2C Archives &%3B Gallery":MAILTO:info@nelsonmuseum.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250815T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250817T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T131022 CREATED:20250531T011956Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250531T012336Z UID:16084-1755248400-1755453600@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Trans Canada Lego Model Club at the Revelstoke Railway Museum DESCRIPTION:TCLTC are a group of Lego and train enthusiasts who enjoy creating realistic models and scenes with the iconic building blocks. The displays are punctuated by fun tongue-in-cheek vignettes featuring Lego mini-figures in historical or pop culture moments.\nThe project for Revelstoke will include an operating Lego train display\, and we anticipate including a railway yard\, beachfront activities\, a mountain pass\, and a town including a station\, resort and shopping district URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/trans-canada-lego-model-club-at-the-revelstoke-railway-museum/ LOCATION:Revelstoke Railway Museum\, 719 Track St W\, Revelstoke\, V0E 2S0 CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Exhibition/Speakers ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2025/05/20174602/TRANS-CANADA-LEGO-TRAIN-CLUB-EVENT-POSTER-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250816T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250816T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T131023 CREATED:20250521T175045Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250816T234813Z UID:15260-1755342000-1755345600@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Saturday Bunker tours DESCRIPTION: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!\n\nFrom 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.\n\nClick on the link to register. Adult admission required – children under 19 are always free! (https://form-can.keela.co/bunker-tours) URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/guided-cold-war-bunker-tours-93/ LOCATION:Nelson Museum\, Archives & Gallery\, 502 Vernon Street\, Nelson\, V1L 4E7\, Canada CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Kid Friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2023/09/20182335/17-UdtcgC.tmp_.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Nelson Museum%2C Archives &%3B Gallery":MAILTO:info@nelsonmuseum.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250820T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250820T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T131023 CREATED:20250604T184533Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250821T000953Z UID:16334-1755694800-1755698400@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Wednesday Bunker Tours DESCRIPTION: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!\n\nFrom 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.\n\nWednesday Bunker tours run seasonally from June to September. Saturday Bunker tours are offered year-round. Click on the link to register. Adult admission required – children under 19 are always free! URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/wednesday-bunker-tours-2/ LOCATION:Nelson Museum\, Archives & Gallery\, 502 Vernon Street\, Nelson\, V1L 4E7\, Canada CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Exhibition/Speakers,Kid Friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2025/06/20174553/IMG_2807-copy-qXUm5k.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Nelson Museum%2C Archives &%3B Gallery":MAILTO:info@nelsonmuseum.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250823T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250823T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T131023 CREATED:20250527T011949Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250824T005453Z UID:15468-1755946800-1755950400@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Saturday Bunker tours DESCRIPTION: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!\n\nFrom 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.\n\nClick on the link to register. Adult admission required – children under 19 are always free! (https://form-can.keela.co/bunker-tours) URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/guided-cold-war-bunker-tours-94/ LOCATION:Nelson Museum\, Archives & Gallery\, 502 Vernon Street\, Nelson\, V1L 4E7\, Canada CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Kid Friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2023/09/20182335/17-UdtcgC.tmp_.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Nelson Museum%2C Archives &%3B Gallery":MAILTO:info@nelsonmuseum.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250824T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250824T123000 DTSTAMP:20260403T131023 CREATED:20250618T170209Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250824T225453Z UID:17001-1756033200-1756038600@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Any Body Can Sing on Soul’s Paradise Beach DESCRIPTION:Explore your voice Vocal Technique Play Games Sing with others Learn a group song Gain knowledge on vocal health. URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/any-body-can-sing-on-souls-paradise-beach/ LOCATION:Soul’s Paradise\, 16961 Pilot Bay Road\, Kootenay Bay\, BC\, Canada CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Kid Friendly,Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2025/06/20174521/bella-3vrq9E.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250827T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250827T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T131023 CREATED:20250604T184526Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T000953Z UID:16337-1756299600-1756303200@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Wednesday Bunker Tours DESCRIPTION: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!\n\nFrom 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.\n\nWednesday Bunker tours run seasonally from June to September. Saturday Bunker tours are offered year-round. Click on the link to register. Adult admission required – children under 19 are always free! URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/wednesday-bunker-tours/ LOCATION:Nelson Museum\, Archives & Gallery\, 502 Vernon Street\, Nelson\, V1L 4E7\, Canada CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Exhibition/Speakers,Kid Friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2025/06/20174553/IMG_2807-copy-qXUm5k.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Nelson Museum%2C Archives &%3B Gallery":MAILTO:info@nelsonmuseum.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250829 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250901 DTSTAMP:20260403T131023 CREATED:20250820T222038Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T222038Z UID:18754-1756425600-1756684799@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Nelson Pride DESCRIPTION:Visit https://nelsonpride.ca/pride-calendar/ to see all the events\, including the Pride parade and Pride in the Park. URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/nelson-pride-2/ CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2025/08/20174408/Nelson_Pride_Long-Blank-768x193-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Nelson Pride Society":MAILTO:info@nelsonpride.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250830T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250830T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T131023 CREATED:20250602T182638Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250831T005452Z UID:16132-1756551600-1756555200@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Saturday Bunker tours DESCRIPTION: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!\n\nFrom 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.\n\nClick on the link to register. Adult admission required – children under 19 are always free! (https://form-can.keela.co/bunker-tours) URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/guided-cold-war-bunker-tours-95/ LOCATION:Nelson Museum\, Archives & Gallery\, 502 Vernon Street\, Nelson\, V1L 4E7\, Canada CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Kid Friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2023/09/20182335/17-UdtcgC.tmp_.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Nelson Museum%2C Archives &%3B Gallery":MAILTO:info@nelsonmuseum.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250903T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250903T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T131023 CREATED:20250605T184859Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250902T222501Z UID:16510-1756890000-1756900800@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Tea & Textiles DESCRIPTION: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. URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/tea-textiles-22/ LOCATION:J.B. Fletcher Store Museum\, 3602 Sutton Street\, Ainsworth\, BC\, V0G 1A0\, Canada CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2023/11/20182158/IMG_1102-16yh8u.tmp_.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="J.B. Fletcher Store Museum":MAILTO:jbfletcherstore@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250903T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250903T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T131023 CREATED:20250605T184855Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250902T222508Z UID:16511-1756904400-1756908000@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Wednesday Bunker Tours DESCRIPTION: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!\n\nFrom 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.\n\nWednesday Bunker tours run seasonally from June to September. Saturday Bunker tours are offered year-round. Click on the link to register. Adult admission required – children under 19 are always free! URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/wednesday-bunker-tours-14/ LOCATION:Nelson Museum\, Archives & Gallery\, 502 Vernon Street\, Nelson\, V1L 4E7\, Canada CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Exhibition/Speakers,Kid Friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2025/06/20174553/IMG_2807-copy-qXUm5k.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Nelson Museum%2C Archives &%3B Gallery":MAILTO:info@nelsonmuseum.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250905 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250907 DTSTAMP:20260403T131023 CREATED:20250825T172819Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T172919Z UID:18905-1757030400-1757203199@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Ed Fest DESCRIPTION:Ed Fest Arts & Music Festival is a two-day free to attend celebration of creativity and expression held at Rotary Park on September 5th and 6th\, offering an unforgettable experience for attendees of all ages. \nThe festival boasts a dynamic lineup\, including musical performances. In addition to musical acts\, there will be interactive art installations\, and a mesmerizing lantern parade. Did we mention food trucks and beer? \nThe festival features workshops and an art competition organized by Cranbrook Arts. An artisan market\, in collaboration with the Cranbrook Farmer’s Market\, will offer local crafts and goods\, providing a perfect spot to discover unique items and support local artisans. \nThis year’s festival embraces the whimsical history of Ed the elephant\, who famously escaped from a traveling circus in Cranbrook nearly a century ago. Festivities will include a downtown “stampede” with a large puppet of Ed\, and attendees are encouraged to wear carnival-themed costumes to join in the fun. \nWhether you are an art enthusiast\, a music lover\, or simply looking for a family-friendly event\, Ed Fest 2025 promises something for everyone. \nMark your calendars for September 5th and 6th at Rotary Park\, Cranbrook\, and join the celebration of community and creativity. \nLearn more: https://www.edfest.ca/ URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/ed-fest-3/ LOCATION:Rotary Park Cranbrook\, Cranbrook CATEGORIES:Art,Calendar,Community Events,Kid Friendly,Live Performance,Markets/Festival ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2025/08/25102743/EdFest.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Key City Theatre":MAILTO:info@keycitytheatre.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250905 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250907 DTSTAMP:20260403T131023 CREATED:20250903T013821Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T013821Z UID:19149-1757030400-1757203199@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Creston Fall Fair Sept 5 and 6\, 2025 DESCRIPTION:Creston’s Fall Fair is hosting an Artisan’s Alley as well as Horse events this year.\nMahood Sculptures is among the many Kootenay Artists who will be\nshowing their art and speaking to people.\nCreston Valley Fall Fair runs Friday\, Sept 5th from 10 am to 9 pm.\nSaturday from 10 am to 4 pm.\ntickets are $ 10 URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/creston-fall-fair-sept-5-and-6-2025/ LOCATION:Creston Flats Stables\, 633 Indian Road\, Creston\, BC CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Markets/Festival ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2025/09/02183620/IMG_0361-rotated.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250906T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250906T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T131023 CREATED:20250609T173440Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250902T222620Z UID:16635-1757156400-1757160000@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Saturday Bunker tours DESCRIPTION: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!\n\nFrom 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.\n\nClick on the link to register. Adult admission required – children under 19 are always free! (https://form-can.keela.co/bunker-tours) URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/saturday-bunker-tours/ LOCATION:Nelson Museum\, Archives & Gallery\, 502 Vernon Street\, Nelson\, V1L 4E7\, Canada CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Kid Friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2023/09/20182335/17-UdtcgC.tmp_.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Nelson Museum%2C Archives &%3B Gallery":MAILTO:info@nelsonmuseum.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250910T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250910T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T131023 CREATED:20250613T225550Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250902T222629Z UID:16814-1757509200-1757512800@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Wednesday Bunker Tours DESCRIPTION: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!\n\nFrom 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.\n\nWednesday Bunker tours run seasonally from June to September. Saturday Bunker tours are offered year-round. Click on the link to register. Adult admission required – children under 19 are always free! URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/wednesday-bunker-tours-15/ LOCATION:Nelson Museum\, Archives & Gallery\, 502 Vernon Street\, Nelson\, V1L 4E7\, Canada CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Exhibition/Speakers,Kid Friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2025/06/20174553/IMG_2807-copy-qXUm5k.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Nelson Museum%2C Archives &%3B Gallery":MAILTO:info@nelsonmuseum.ca END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR