West Kootenay Regional Arts Council

Botanical Printing on cloth w/Tracy Fillion
2025-09-20 13:00 - 15:00 (America/Vancouver) | Oxygen Art Centre, 320 Vernon St Unit-3, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 4E4, Canada
Learn the fundamentals of botanical printing on fabric. In this hands-on workshop, we will explore how to identify suitable fibres for plant dyeing and how to properly prepare cloth for plant dyeing and eco printing.
We will also discuss dye plants, ethical harvesting practices, and working in harmony with seasonal and local materials.
Using locally grown flowers, each participant will have the opportunity to design and create their own botanically printed cotton bandana to take home.
free to attend
registration required
all materials provided
[max. 20 students per workshop]

REGISTER: https://oxygenartcentre.org/seed-bombs-event-1-w-tracy-fillion/

Rebalance with the Black, Black Earth
2025-09-21 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Vancouver) | Nelson Seniors Centre, 717 Vernon Street, Nelson
Nelson Storytelling Guild presents storyteller Gail Nyoka with tales of balance from Ghana.
By donation $20, sliding scale

Wednesday Bunker Tours
2025-09-24 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-10-01 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-10-08 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-10-15 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-10-22 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-10-29 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Vancouver) | Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery, 502 Vernon Street, Nelson, V1L 4E7, 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 board games and ashtrays, visitors get a glimpse of the vast measures taken to create normalcy in an extraordinary time.

Wednesday 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!

POETRY IN THE GALLERY | FREE
2025-09-25 18:30 - 20:00 (America/Vancouver) | 320 Wilson St., Revelstoke
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 favourite 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, September 25
6:30pm – 8:00pm
Septembers Theme: “Tolerance”
RVAC Main Gallery, 320 Wilson st.
All forms of poetry welcome
No bookings required!
For our younger poets: All ages are encouraged to join these poetry nights, however please note that the last 45 minuets of this session will be reserved for adult content. Starting at 7:15pm some material may not be suitable for younger audiences.

"Natural Geometry" Reception, Artist Talk & Interactive Demo by Michael Hepher
2025-09-26 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Edmonton) | 167 Deer Park Avenue, Kimberley, BC, V1A 2J5, 167 Deer Park Avenue, Kimberley, V1A 2J5
Kimberley, BC — September 4–28, 2025 — Art Gallery Kimberley is proud to present “Natural Geometry,” a solo exhibition of hand-printed artworks by Fernie-based interdisciplinary artist Michael Hepher. Known for his vibrant sense of colour, thoughtful interpretation of the everyday, and abilities across mediums, Michael’s series pushes the boundaries of abstraction while using the historic art of letterpress printmaking.
Please join us in celebrating this bold and intimate exploration of how we see, feel, and interpret the natural world at the closing reception on Friday, September 26, 2025 between 6 and 8 pm with an artist talk and interactive demonstration at 7 pm.

Clement Yeh Artist Talk
2025-10-12 15:00 - 16:00 (America/Vancouver) | 320 Wilson St., Revelstoke
ARTIST TALK | FREE
Hosted by Clement Yeh
We’re excited to invite you to a special afternoon with exhibiting artist Clement Yeh as he shares insights into his practice and his exhibition Movement in Time and Space.
Sunday, October 12
3pm – 4pm
RVAC Main Gallery, 320 Wilson St.
Free – Everyone Welcome
This is a wonderful opportunity to hear directly from Clement about the inspirations behind his work, his creative process, and the themes he explores in his art. Whether you’re a fellow artist, an art enthusiast, or simply curious, this talk promises to be inspiring and thought-provoking.

Day of the Dead: A Cross-Cultural Celebration
2025-11-01 15:00 - 23:00 (America/Edmonton) | The Eagles Hall, 641 Baker St, Nelson, BC V1L 4J3, Canada, BC, V1L 4J3, Canada
Join us for a very special Day of the Dead celebration, a free, family-friendly community event where we’ll honor tradition while embracing the richness of many cultures. Inspired by Día de Muertos, this event brings together diverse practices of remembrance and celebration of life.
What to Expect at the Day of the Dead Celebration
✨ Mexico – Dia de Muertos
Interactive altar. Arts & crafts while we share the meaning of this tradition. Plus, live serenatas (serenades) will fill the space with music and remembrance.
✨ Philippines – “Undas”
Experience the Filipino tradition of Undas through a communal altar, prayers, and music. Participate in shared offerings, hands-on crafts, and enjoy a live performance of Dahil Sayo.
✨ India – “Moksha”
“Moksha” is a visual and interactive display of India’s diverse rituals of remembrance, including storytelling, a short talk, and a participatory dance performance.
✨ Celtic Roots – “From Samhain to Halloween”
Presenter Shannon Silvermoon will explore Samhain’s ancient rituals and its transformation into Halloween. Participate in a short visualization, ancestor offerings, and intention-setting for the new year.
✨ Reflections on Grief and Healing
Led by death doula Leif, this space invites us to reflect on loss, grief, and renewal.
✨ Community Offerings
-Food vendors & face painting
-Performances by local & guest artists
-A closing dance party with uplifting global beats
📌 Save the date: Full schedule with times will be shared soon!
Event Schedule:
-3:00 – 4:00 PM: Altars making & community gathering begin, live Serenata from 3:30–4:00 PM & face painting & mini traditional food market open
-4:00 – 4:10 PM: Land Acknowledgment
by Rick Desautel
-4:10 – 5:10 PM: Community Talk: “Grief, Loss, and Healing”by Leif Mjolsness
-5:10 – 6:20 PM: Cultural Presentations:
Ireland – Origins of Halloween (5:10–5:30)
India – Moska (5:30–5:40)
Mexico – Traditions + Activity (5:40–6:00)
Philippines – Heritage + Activity (6:00–6:20)
-6:20 – 6:30 PM: Closing Remarks
-6:30 – 7:00 PM: Dance Performances featuring:
Miriam Martínez, Slava Doval’s DanceFusion, Sophie Barbaric, Surya & Nino, Tango group & Tapatia Collective
-7:00 – 9:30 PM: Dance Party featuring
DJ Mochilero & DJ Dubconscious
-9:30 – 11:00 PM: Karaoke & Curated Playlist

Studio Connexion Winter Group Show
2025-11-13 11:00 - 2025-12-23 16:00 (America/Vancouver) | Studio Connexion Art Gallery, 203 Fifth Ave. NW., Nakusp
The Winter Group Show is coming back to Studio Connexion Art Gallery in Nakusp. Fine artworks by more than 35 talented artists from across Canada who are represented at Studio Connexion will be for sale during the Christmas season. Art-gifts are the type of presents that keeps on giving. Anne-Elizabeth Béliveau is the owner and the curator of the quaint space. She is delighted by the artworks the artists have been creating for the event.
Most of the artists she represents do landscape, abstract or wildlife. It is a great selection for the season or any occasion.
The Winter Group Show starts Thursday November 13th and runs through December 23rd. Walk-in-hours are 11am to 4pm.
Studio Connexion Art Gallery is location at 203 FIFTH Ave. in the heART of Nakusp just 2 1/2 short blocks from Broadway St.

In Recent Memory - new work from recent travels.
2025-12-06 12:00 - 18:00 (America/Vancouver) | The Langham, 447 A Avenue, Kaslo, BC, V0G 1M0, Canada
One day exhibit and sale of new pastel landscapes from travels over the last year by artist Deb Borsos of Argenta.
These images were all inspired by travels around the region, the province and the world in 2025.
Originals (framed) and prints (framed and unframed) will be available from noon to 6pm only on Saturday Dec 6 at the Langham Cultural Centre, community gallery.
Come by for a look, a chat, stories that inspired the artwork or a glass of warm spiced apple juice to keep you warm before you head out to watch Kaslo Light Up following a visit to this show.
Pieces of local artwork make excellent Christmas gifts!

Meet & Greet With Jewellery Designer Darcy Wanuk
2025-12-06 13:00 - 16:00 (America/Edmonton) | Art Gallery Kimberley at “The Laundromat”, 167 Deer Park Avenue, Kimberley
Please join us on Saturday, December 6 between 1 and 4 pm for a meet & greet social with local jewellery designer Darcy Wanuk (Distinctly Silver).
If you like Darcy’s jewellery and/or you are into jewellery-making, you don’t want to miss Darcy’s short silver smithing demonstration!
Light refreshments will be served.

Revelstoke Visual Art Centre's Opening Celebration
2026-01-08 15:00 - 20:00 (America/Vancouver) | Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre, 320 Wilson Street, Revelstoke, V0E 2S0
🎉 Opening Reception Alert! 🎉
We’re thrilled to invite you to the Opening Reception of our brand new exhibition featuring four incredible artists:
🎨 Carol Schlosar
🎨 Rachel Prins
🎨 Hunter Haig
🎨 Jacques Moeder (JAH-CKO)
📍 Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre, 320 Wilson St
🗓 Thursday, January 8
🕔 Quiet Viewing | 3–5 PM 🎶 Bar & Live Music | 5–8 PM
🎟 Entry by donation | Free for Members
🍷 Drinks: $6 (Cash & Card Accepted)
👗 Semi-formal Attire Encouraged — let’s celebrate in style!
✨ Come discover thought-provoking art, connect with the artists, enjoy live music, and share a glass with your community. This is a night you won’t want to miss! ✨

Kimberley: Unusual Angles - Open Adjudicated Art Exhibit
2026-02-05 - 2026-03-01 | Art Gallery Kimberley at “The Laundromat”, 167 Deer Park Avenue, Kimberley
Celebrating visual art and The Kootenays at Art Gallery Kimberley.
artgallerykimberley.com

Revelstoke: ARTIST TALK | RACHEL PRINS
2026-02-08 16:00 - 17:00 (America/Vancouver) | Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre, 320 Wilson Street, Revelstoke, V0E 2S0
ARTIST TALK | FREE
Hosted by Rachel Prins
We’re excited to invite you to a special afternoon with exhibiting artist Rachel Prins as she shares insights into her practice and her exhibition The Dawn Chorus.
Sunday, February 8th
3pm – 4pm
RVAC Main Gallery, 320 Wilson St.
Free – Everyone Welcome
This is a wonderful opportunity to hear directly from Rachel about the inspirations behind her work, her creative process, and the themes she explores in her art. Whether you’re a fellow artist, an art enthusiast, or simply curious, this talk promises to be inspiring and thought-provoking.

Revelstoke - Poetry in the Gallery | FREE
2026-02-26 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, February 26
6:30pm – 8:00pm
February’s Theme: Growth
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 minuets of this session will be reserved for adult content. Starting 7:15pm some material may not be suitable for younger audiences.

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).

Nelson - LOOT: Orienting to Matter; Day 1
2026-03-13 18:00 (America/Vancouver) | Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery, 502 Vernon Street, Nelson, V1L 4E7, Canada
A three-day symposium in Nelson and Kaslo featuring Kootenay and Okanagan artists and writers known as the Ten Thieves Artist Collective runs from March 13 to 15 will include panels, workshops, a keynote talk and an art exhibition all centered on exploring humanity’s current relationship to matter.
“Our relationship with matter which includes the elements that support our existence have been taken for granted,” said LOOT curator Deborah Thompson, a Nelson artist. “The symposium will focus on examining and re-imagining our attitudes towards matter, and the stories we tell that shape this vital relationship.”
“LOOT: Orienting to Matter,” the symposium will begin with a keynote address by UBC Okanagan feminist environmental and humanities professor Astrida Neimanis at 6 p.m. March 13 at the Nelson Museum, Archives and Gallery, 502 Vernon St.
The event’s panels and workshops will be held March 14 and 15 at the Langham Cultural Centre, 447 A Ave., Kaslo, starting at 10 am each day.
An art exhibition of new works by the Ten Thieves Artist Collective – Susan Andrews Grace, Eimear Laffan, Carol Wallace, Jim Holyoak, Genevieve Robertson, Hildur Jonasson, Maggie Shirley, Marnie Temple and Deborah Thompson – will be on display at the Langham from March 7 to May 8.
Admission to LOOT’s events is free or by donation.
Registration is encouraged for the workshops, which include drawing, poetry, making art with natural materials. There will also be a lakeshore geology and hydrofeminsim walk.
Registration information and a detailed agenda for the symposium are at https://thelangham.ca

Kaslo - LOOT: Orienting to Matter; Days 2 & 3
2026-03-14 - 2026-03-15 | The Langham, 447 A Avenue, Kaslo, BC, V0G 1M0, Canada

WKRAC Presentation to Nelson City Council
2026-03-17 19:00 - 19:30 (America/Vancouver) | Nelson City Hall, 310 Ward Street, Nelson, BC, V1L5S4, Canada
Listen in as Kallee Lins and Lily Andersen share grant program updates with Nelson City Council. They will highlight recently funded projects in the area and new initiatives at the Kootenay Regional Arts Council.

This is a Cultural Presentation at the top of the City’s March Committee of the Whole meeting. Meetings are livestreamed to the City’s YouTube page: City of Nelson – YouTube

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 - 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.

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
