West Kootenay Regional Arts Council

Selkirk Weavers Christmas Sale: Friday (14th) & Saturday (15th)
2025-11-14 16:00 - 2025-11-15 16:00 (America/Edmonton) | Kinnaird Hall, 2320 Columbia ave, Castlegar, BC, Canada
The Selkirk Weavers and Spinners Guild, a group of local artisans from Castlegar, Nelson, Trail, and Fruitvale, are holding their annual Holiday Sale and Exhibit on Friday November 14th from 4-8 pm, and Saturday November 15th from 9am-4pm.
It will be at the Kinnaird Hall at 2320 Columbia Avenue, Castlegar, BC.
Hope to see you all there!

We Can Help Animals! BC SPCA Youth Workshop (Ages 8-12)
2025-11-15 09:30 - 12:30 (America/Edmonton) | West Kootenay Community Animal Centre, 124 Heritage Way, Castlegar BC
Are you a young changemaker looking to help animals?
Participants will learn ways to help at-risk animals through a variety of activities at the West Kootenay Community Animal Centre. Discuss how the BC SPCA helps animals. Create comics about the value of all beings. Give back by collaborating on a project for the shelter. This is a fast-paced and engaging workshop that combines play, creativity and learning!
Date and Time: November 15, 2025 from 9:30am-12:30pm
Location: West Kootenay Community Animal Centre, 124 Heritage Way, Castlegar BC
Ages: 8-12
Price: $37.50
Note – While there may be some time for animal interactions, we cannot guarantee the availability of suitable animals.

Saturday Bunker tours
2025-11-15 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-11-22 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-11-29 11:00 - 12:00 (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.

Click on the link to register. Adult admission required – children under 19 are always free! (https://form-can.keela.co/bunker-tours)

Summer Lovin’ FREE Thursdays
2025-11-20 16:00 - 20:00 (America/Vancouver) | Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery, 502 Vernon Street, Nelson, V1L 4E7, Canada
Come on down to the Nelson Museum on Thursday evenings, where you can visit the galleries, museum, and shop for FREE. 4-8pm every Thursday.

2026 Collage Calendar Making @ Nelson Museum and Archives
2025-11-22 13:00 - 15:00 (America/Edmonton) | Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery, 502 Vernon Street, Nelson, V1L 4E7, Canada
Join Nelson Museum’s Stephanie Myers, our Program Coordinator, and make your own 2026 Calendar using our amazing stock of collage and crafting materials. They make a great gift or keepsake.
This is a two-part workshop.
All materials supplied.
Saturday, Nov 22nd & 29th from 1 – 3pm
$10 for members $15 for non-members

Basics of Animal Illustration: Ages 11-14
2025-12-06 09:30 - 12:30 (America/Edmonton) | West Kootenay Community Animal Centre, 124 Heritage Way, Castlegar BC
Get creative with the BC SPCA!
Participants will learn the basics of drawing from real life, taking inspiration from shelter animals and BC SPCA alumni. Through this interactive workshop, they will learn about the SPCA as an organization, the basics of animal body language, and contribute to the community by highlighting adoptable animals. Facilitated by Erin Shuttleworth, a professional artist and humane educator. Participants can also bring portfolio pieces for feedback.
Date and time: December 6, 2025 from 9:30am-12:30pm
Location: West Kootenay Community Animal Centre, 124 Heritage Way, Castlegar BC
Ages: 11-14
Price: $37.50
Note: while participants will have the opportunity to view shelter animals, they may not be able to interact directly with them.
