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Fireworks: Shifting Sound

Nelson & District Community Complex (NDCC) 305 Hall St, Nelson

Fireworks: Shifting Sound A Mass Choir Experience Like No Other Presented by the Capitol Theatre | Directed by Allison Girvan Now in its 5th year, Fireworks is a powerful, one-of-a-kind community singing event that brings together hundreds of voices for a single, breathtaking performance. Conceived and directed by beloved choral leader Allison Girvan and produced […]

$15

RUTH & SHELBY’S BOOT SCOOTIN’ BOOGIE – JUNE

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

Country Line Dance Night with instruction by Fabiola Gascon Y’all ready for another boot-stompin’ good time at The Royal? We’ll start with a new line dance lesson led by Fabiola Gascon, followed by a quick refresher of the previous dances! Then, get ready to kick up some dust as we dance the night away. Western […]

$12

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.

by-donation

Wednesday 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 […]

$8

Still Life painting workshop w/ Cath McIntosh

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

Catherine McIntosh is your instructor for this 2-part still life painting workshop at the Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery. Bring your own objects to paint or use the items on hand. Learn tips and techniques for using light and shadow, perspective, and more. Pre-registration is required and is $50+GST for non-members and $40+GST for Museum […]

$40 – $50

Still Life painting workshop w/ Cath McIntosh

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

Catherine McIntosh is your instructor for this 2-part still life painting workshop at the Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery. Bring your own objects to paint or use the items on hand. Learn tips and techniques for using light and shadow, perspective, and more. Pre-registration is required and is $50+GST for non-members and $40+GST for Museum […]

$40 – $50

Pride at the Railway Museum

Revelstoke Railway Museum 719 Track St W, Revelstoke

GAMES - ART - CRAFTS Come Dress the Museum in Our Colours

Castlegar Art Walk

Castlegar Castlegar, BC

Opening night kicks off June 6th with live music, refreshments and art! This free, self guided community event runs from June 6th - Sep 20th which sees 19 artists featured at 11 local businesses.

Deep Roots exhibition opening

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

Deep Roots is the latest art/history exhibition at the Nelson Museum, which aims to explore the history of West Kootenay forestry industry, the attitudes and actions of our community to forest resources and the continuing importance of forest management to people, the environment and the economy. The exhibition examines our community’s relationship to the forest […]

Free

Saturday 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

The Red Thread – and Other Mingled Yarns

Silverton Gallery

The Slocan Lake Arts Council is hosting an intimate night of theatre at the Silverton Gallery with Ellie Reynolds on June 7th at 7pm. The Red Thread - and Other Mingled Yarns - is part myth, part funny memoir, and all heart. $20 tickets are available at the door.