Creston - Seedy Saturday at the Library! (seed swap)
2026-03-07 | Creston Valley Public Library, 531 16 Ave S, Creston, BC, V0B 1G5
Join us on March 7th for Seedy Saturday at the Library.
All-day self-serve seed swap! In the main foyer of the library you will find a bounty of seeds donated from the Creston Community Seed Bank Society and more donated by participants in the swap. Feel free to bring some seeds to contribute to the table, and take some away with you to grow at home! small bags and labelling supplies will be provided.
and at 1pm in the Library Meeting Room, we’ll be welcoming the Creston Community Seed Bank Society for an info session geared to new gardeners or gardeners new to the Creston area. A seed-saving Q&A will follow the presentation.
All are welcome, free to attend, no registration required.

Creston - 'M Factor 2 – Before the Pause' Documentary Screening
2026-03-12 19:00 - 20:30 (America/Vancouver) | Creston Valley Public Library, 531 16 Ave S, Creston, BC, V0B 1G5
Join us on March 12th at 7pm for a free screening of M Factor 2: Before the Pause, the next installment in the documentary series about menopause and perimenopause.
Carmen Ditzler and Joanne Gailius, both local women’s health advocates with extensive knowledge, will be present for discussion and a Q&A to accompany the screening.
All are welcome, free to attend.
Please register for “tickets” at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-m-factor-2-before-the-pause-perimenopause-creston-bc-tickets-1982980230249?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl
(if registration is a barrier to attending, please know you can also just show up! the registration with eventbrite is helpful for our stats and for the promotional efforts for the film).

Castlegar - Oots Open Mic featuring Tenise Marie
2026-03-14 17:30 - 21:00 (America/Vancouver) | Harry’s Hall, 1119 Columbia Rd., Castlegar, British Columbia, V1N4L7, Canada
Monthly Open Mic with feature act. Saturday March 14h at Castlegar’s newest, hippest venue… Come on out, we’d love to see you perform, watch, dance or simply hang out… All arts disciplines welcomed.
All ages, by donation event.
Let’s go Castlegar/Oots and beyond!
Food and drinks available by Feed Your Soul Foods.
This month’s feature act: Tenise Marie
Tenise Marie is a singer-songwriter and performer based in Nelson, British Columbia.
Known for her luminous voice, enchanting lyrics, and melodies that transcend the expected, her songs bridge tradition and innovation, reflecting the confluence of her English, French & Assyrian roots.
Her latest album Off The Record was released in 2025 with support from Creative BC and The Province of British Columbia, marking a vulnerable journey of reclaiming heritage and identity, heavily inspired by her travels to Iraq’s Assyrian homeland, supported by the Canada Council for the Arts.
In 2025, Tenise toured her live show across BC, with notable performances at festivals including Starbelly Jam (Crawford Bay) and Woodstove Festival (Cumberland), an official showcase at Pacific Contact (Vancouver), and a headlining concert at Key City Theatre (Cranbrook).
“Tenise doesn’t just write songs – she documents the soul’s evolution. Her music has always reflected a deep curiosity and hunger for meaning, and this new release continues this tradition with quiet grace”
~ Mischa Plouffe, Buzz Music, Los Angeles
“Watching Marie perform is an emotional experience…coming of age, falling in love, and exploring the world are just the surface level of inspiration in Marie’s pieces”
~ Olivia Herring, Music Mecca, Nashville
Sounds like: Allison Russell, Bedouine, & Joan Baez
https://www.tenisemariemusic.com/
https://www.instagram.com/tenisemariemusic/
https://www.facebook.com/tenisemariemusic/
https://www.youtube.com/c/TeniseMarie

Fruitvale - Dance away the winter blues with Swingsations
2026-03-14 19:00 - 22:30 (America/Vancouver) | fruitvale memorial hall, 1968 Main St, Fruitvale, BC, V0G 1L0, Canada
Join Swingsations Big Band for an evening of live swing and jazz at the Fruitvale Memorial Hall on Friday, March 14. The 18-piece band will be performing classic big band favorites along with lively dance tunes that keep the floor moving all night.
Whether you’re an experienced swing dancer or just want to enjoy great live music, everyone is welcome. Come out for a fun community evening filled with big band sound, great rhythm, and plenty of opportunity to dance.
Doors open at 7:00 PM, with music starting at 7:30 PM.

Nelson - Movie Night For Palestine
2026-03-15 17:00 - 20:00 (America/Vancouver) | Hume Hotel, 422 Vernon Street, Nelson, BC, V1L 4E5, Canada
In honour of International Women’s Day, Nelson4Palestine will be showing:
Naila & the Uprising documentary
Doors at 4:30pm
Film at 5pm
Interactive discussion at 6:30pm
About the movie:
An inspiring documentary chronicling the remarkable journey of Naila Ayesh and a fierce community of women at the frontlines, whose stories weave through the most vibrant, nonviolent mobilization in Palestinian history – the First Intifada in the late 1980s. The film is entirely subtitled and rated PG 14 for language and violence.
Tickets are $20 suggested minimum donation at the door (cash or debit). Free community tickets are available, email nelson4palestine@gmail.com to reserve.
100% of proceeds above the venue costs will go towards:
The ongoing Nelson4Palestine sponsorship of 2 orphaned children in Gaza via Islamic Relief Canada
Faz3a – a Palestinian led international solidarity network in the West Bank
Blood of Life Collective in support of the Autonomous Sinixt.

Creston - SkillShare Saturdays – Sketchbook & Collage Club
2026-03-21 13:00 - 15:00 (America/Vancouver) | Creston Valley Public Library, 531 16 Ave S, Creston, BC, V0B 1G5
Collage Club is back with a sketchbook twist!
Starting with an old book, we’ll use collage elements, paint, and whatever else we want to create a sketchbook or visual diary. Join us for an opportunity for free creative play!
All supplies provided! No registration required.
This is an adult programming event, but children accompanied by a participating adult are very welcome to attend.
This is the last session in a three-part series of collage events.

Nelson: Therese DesCamp Book Launch
2026-03-21 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Vancouver) | Nelson Public Library, 602 Stanley St, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 1N4, Canada
Join us at the Nelson Library for the book launch of Hands Like Roots: Notes on an Entangled Contemplative Life.
Authored by New Denver resident Therese DesCamp, the book weaves together science, spirituality, and a love of life. DesCamp integrates a grab-bag of knowledge—hydrology, climate instability, cognitive science, embodiment—with her inner experiences of prayer and meditation. The resulting essays are accessible, poetic, vulnerable and surprising.
DesCamp will discuss her book and answer your questions.

Revelstoke - ARTIST SOCIALS | LUFT CAFE & BAR
2026-03-26 18:30 - 20:00 (America/Vancouver) | Luft Café and Bar, VRGE Hotel 1500 1 St W, Revelstoke, BC
ARTIST SOCIALS | LUFT CAFE & BAR
Hosted by RVAC in Collaboration with the Luft Cafe & Bar
Join us for Artist Socials ! These laid-back, no-pressure events are the perfect opportunity to connect with other creatives in the community, share ideas, and socialize. There’s no set agenda—just good vibes and great conversation. You don’t need to be a member of the Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre to attend, so grab a friend or come ready to meet new ones.
Thursday, March 26 6:30 – 8:00pm
Lüft Café & Bar – Gravity Haus 1500 1 St W, Revelstoke, BC
Ask the server to point you to the right group
All welcome, always
Open to all ages, Everyone is Welcome
No bookings required

Revelstoke - Poetry in the Gallery | FREE
2026-03-26 18:30 - 20:00 (America/Vancouver) | Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre, 320 Wilson Street, Revelstoke, V0E 2S0
Poetry in the Gallery | FREE
Hosted by Emma Beck
Come spend a free evening surrounded by poetry, creativity, and community! Whether you’d like to read your own work, share a favorite poem, or just sit back and enjoy, everyone is invited. Bring a warm drink, settle into the cozy gallery space, and let yourself be inspired. This is a relaxed, judgment-free event where all voices are welcome—especially beginners!
Thursday, March 26
6:30pm – 8:00pm
March Theme: Animal
RVAC Main Gallery, 320 Wilson st.
All forms of poetry welcome
Open to all ages, Everyone is Welcome
No bookings required!
For our younger poets: All ages are encouraged to join these poetry nights, however please note that the last 45 minutes of this session will be reserved for adult content. Starting 7:15pm some material may not be suitable for younger audiences.

Rossland - Easter Egg Hunt at the Rossland Museum
2026-04-04 10:30 - 15:30 (America/Vancouver) | Rossland Museum & Discovery Centre, 1100 Hwy 3B | Junction of Hwys 3B & 22, Rossland, BC, V0G 1Y0, Canada
Join us on Saturday, April 4th, for our Annual Easter Egg Hunt — a day filled with egg hunts, spring-themed crafts and races, face painting, activities, and more! 🎉🐣
📅 Date: Saturday, April 4th
⏰ Egg Hunt Times:
Morning Hunts: Ages 0-8(ish) 10:30 AM | 11:30 AM
Afternoon Hunts: Ages 6-12(ish) 1:30 PM | 2:30 PM
🎟 Entry by donation
Bring your baskets — we’ll see you there! 🐇💐
NOTE: Much of this program will be taking place outside. Warm clothes and footwear are recommended!
Parking at the Museum is limited. Please consider carpooling or using active transportation. You can access the Museum via several City-maintained trails! Check out our website for more details: rosslandmuseum.ca/news/2026/easter
This program is supported in part by the Columbia Basin Trust and the Nelson & District Credit Union.

Nelson - Fresh Starts: Hand Mending Workshop
2026-04-17 18:30 - 20:30 (America/Vancouver) | Nelson Public Library, 602 Stanley St, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 1N4, Canada
Join the Nelson Public Library and West Kootenay Fibreshed for a hand mending workshop to learn how to fix worn or ripped clothing.
WK Fibreshed members will be on hand to guide the session and encourage peer-to-peer learning.
Materials provided for simple mending projects.
All welcome and no registration necessary!

Salmo - Your Story, Your Stage Performance Workshops Day 1
2026-04-18 11:00 - 17:00 (America/Vancouver) | Salmo Art Church, 304 Main St., Salmo, V0G1Z0
Improv, hosting, drag, dance, poetry, feedback (bring something to share and we’ll help you shine). A weekend to learn from performance pros. A stage to try something new (or just to have fun doing what you love). Suggested ages 15+
The Sunday showcase is optional but encouraged. It’s an open mic with a supportive audience. Priority stage spots go to workshop participants
$10 per workshop
$20 for the full two days of workshops
Free spots available (or by donation)
*REGISTER HERE*

All workshops and the showcase take place at the Salmo Art Church EXCEPT for the dance workshop with Fabiola Gascon, which will be held in the SVYCC multipurpose room.
Dates and times:
Saturday, April 18th
11 – 1 – THE CONFIDENCE TO FAIL – INTRO TO IMPROV W MICHELLE HART
1:30 – 3:30 – OWN THE MIC: HOSTING WITH DRAG, COMEDY, AND CONFIDENCE W ELLA L’AMOUREUX
4 – NO LIMITS: MAKE A DIY SHOW AT ANY LEVEL W KARMELLE AKA ALGORERHYTHM

Sunday, April 19th
11 – 1 – FUSION FLOW: LATIN & CONTEMPORARY DANCE W FABIOLA GASCON OF TAPATIA COLLECTIVE *this workshop only — takes place in the Salmo Valley Youth and Community Centre’s multipurpose room*
1:30 – FROM PAGE TO STAGE: THE ART OF SPOKEN WORD WITH KAI HARWOOD
3 – PRE-SHOWCASE FEEDBACK W KARMELLE AKA ALGORERHYTHM
6:30/7 – SHOWCASE HOSTED BY CHERYL COOK

A Super Normal Productions project
Generously supported by the CKCA.

Salmo – Your Story, Your Stage Performance Workshops Day 2
2026-04-19 11:00 - 20:30 (America/Vancouver) | Salmo Art Church, 304 Main St., Salmo, V0G1Z0

Winlaw - Slocan Valley Threads Guild Yard & Yardage
2026-04-26 10:00 - 14:00 (America/Vancouver) | Slocan Valley Threads Guild,, 7112 Perrys Back Road, Winlaw, V0G 2J0
Fabric, yarn, notions, equipment, plants and books for fibre-related activities for sale at reasonable prices outside under tents.
Lunch, snacks, coffee etc.
Display of members’ work inside the hall.
Lots of socializing too at this valued annual community event.

Slocan Valley Threads Guild
7112 Perry’s Back Road in Appledale. It’s a left turn off Highway 6, a few minutes north of Winlaw.

Creston Valley Bird Festival
2026-05-08 08:00 - 2026-05-11 17:00 (America/Vancouver) | Rotacrest Hall, 230 19 Ave N, Creston, BC, V0B 1G5
Celebrate the birds, art, and the agriculture of the Creston Valley.
Get ready to spread your wings and join us for an unforgettable celebration of feathered friends and the vital wetlands they call home during their annual migration north.
The Creston Valley Bird Festival is an exciting event that takes place every second weekend in May, where you’ll get the chance to explore and deepen your appreciation for the great outdoors with presentations, hikes, field trips, and tours with our expert bird guides.

Creston Clay Fest
2026-07-11 10:00 - 16:00 (America/Edmonton) | Eversfield Ceramics, 1522 Airport Road, Creston
Local Potters invite the public to learn, play, and explore the world of ceramics. Refreshments and interactive kids table available throughout the day. Fun for all ages!
