West Kootenay Regional Arts Council

Artist Trading Cards Workshop
2025-01-30 16:00 - 18:00 (America/Vancouver) | Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery, 502 Vernon Street, Nelson, V1L 4E7, Canada
The Nelson Museum is launching a monthly drop-in workshop for artists of all ages and skill levels to create and trade art cards! Artist trading cards are miniature works of art specifically made to be freely traded. Created on 2.5 x 3.5-inch card stock using any medium, ATCs encourage artistic experimentation, creativity, and community building rather than consumption.

Blank cards, art making materials, and collage supplies will be available but feel free to bring your own. This FREE program is an all ages drop-in program that will be offered the last Thursday of the month. You can join one, two, or all three programs!

Guided Cold War Bunker tours
2025-01-25 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-01-18 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-01-11 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-01-04 11:00 - 12:00, 2024-12-28 11:00 - 12:00, 2024-12-21 11:00 - 12:00 | 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.
Email info@nelsonmuseum.ca to register. Adult admission required – children under 18 are always free!

Apres FREE! Thursday evenings
2025-01-23 16:00 - 20:00, 2025-01-16 16:00 - 20:00, 2025-01-09 16:00 - 20:00, 2025-01-02 16:00 - 20:00, 2024-12-26 16:00 - 20:00, 2024-12-19 16:00 - 20:00 | Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery, 502 Vernon Street, Nelson, V1L 4E7, Canada
The days are shorter but the Nelson Museum is open longer! Thursdays from 4-8pm is FREE admission to the galleries, museum and Shop, where you can explore the newest exhibitions, learn about local history, and shop over 100 local artists!

Fall into Fall FREE Thursday evenings
2025-01-23 16:00 - 20:00, 2025-01-16 16:00 - 20:00, 2025-01-09 16:00 - 20:00, 2025-01-02 16:00 - 20:00, 2024-12-26 16:00 - 20:00, 2024-12-19 16:00 - 20:00 | Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery, 502 Vernon Street, Nelson, V1L 4E7, Canada
The Nelson Museum is open late on Thursdays and admission is FREE from 4-8pm. Explore the new gallery exhibitions — A Crack in the Mirror in Gallery A and Within This Earthen Vessel in Gallery B — discover the region’s history in the 2nd Floor Museum Exhibit, and shop work from over 120 local artists in the Gift Shop.

The Circle Performance
2025-01-11 18:00 - 20:00 | Discover Circus, 330 Baker St. Suite 302, Nelson, BC, V1L 4H5, Canada
THE CIRCLE
Saturday January 11th 2025
6:00 PM – Tickets are $25
The Circle is a nurturing performance showcase at Discover Circus, open to artists of all levels and disciplines to share their work at any stage of development. Designed to foster a warm and supportive environment, The Circle provides a space for creativity, growth, and community connection, celebrating each artist’s unique journey.
Performance located at Discover Circus – 330 Baker St. Suite 302

Nelson Polar Bear Swim
2025-01-01 11:00 - 12:30 | Lakeside Park, Nelson, V1L 5S4, Canada
The Polar Bear Swim is a fun event that brings together around 400 people every year. Happening on Wednesday, Jan 1st with the plunge at noon. This is a fundraiser for Kootenay Co-op Radio and Friends of Kootenay Lake Stewardship Society. Head to https://nelsonpolarbearswim.com/ to sign up, donate, or find more info.

December Music at Red Light Ramen
2024-12-27 18:00 - 21:00, 2024-12-20 18:00 - 21:00 | Red Light Ramen, 308 Herridge Lane, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 6G5, Canada
This December, let Red Light be your cozy Friday escape! From 6-9 PM every Friday, we’re filling the evening with curated soundscapes to set the perfect tone for the weekend. Our patio is the ideal spot to enjoy the fresh winter air, with heaters to keep you warm and music to soothe your soul. Whether inside or out, it’s all about great vibes and even better tunes. See you there!
Reservations are always encouraged.
D.6 – Rosso @rosssoooo
D.7 Sylvie Le Sylvie Art Exhibition @sylvielesylvie
Music from Rena Vee @renaveemusic
D.13 – Lexa Voltz @lexa_voltz
D.20 – Fluxo @fluxoryan
D.27 – Wils @wils_curates

Taghum Hall’s Merry Little Christmas
2024-12-20 18:30 - 20:00 | Taghum Hall, 5915 Taghum Hall Rd, Nelson, V1L 6Y4
Taghum Hall’s Merry Little Christmas is twinkly, family-friendly, and free (with donations gratefully accepted, of course!) Come and enjoy carol-singing, stage presentations by talented community children (and a parent or two!), a KidsCAN Bake table, a craft-making table, good things to eat, and our Kids-Only Market, where kids can buy gifts for their families at very affordable prices! And what else? Why, the Jolly Old Elf himself will make an appearance! Ho ho ho!

Rangoli Workshop w/ Surya Sameera
2024-12-19 17:30 - 19:30 | Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery, 502 Vernon Street, Nelson, V1L 4E7, Canada
Inspired by the current exhibitions Within This Earthen Vessel and A Crack in the Mirror at the Nelson Museum – join artist Surya Sameera for an evening of Rangoli making. Rangoli is an art form that originates from the Indian subcontinent, in which patterns are created on the floor or a tabletop. We will be creating take-home pieces for you to enjoy. All materials supplied for this FREE workshop but donations are welcomed! Space is limited, please use this form to secure your spot.

Winter Solstice Gatherings
2024-12-19 12:00 - 14:00 | Nelson & District Women’s Centre, 420 Mill Street, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 4R9, Canada
It’s time for our annual Winter Solstice event! Due to the mega-success of last year, we’ll be dividing the events across two days this year.

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Family Story Time
2024-12-19 10:30 - 11:00 | Nelson Public Library, 602 Stanley St, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 1N4, Canada
Drop by the Nelson Public Library Thursday mornings at 10:30 come to sing your favourite songs and hear some great stories!
All ages welcome.

AN EVENING WITH MOLLY JO, BRIANNA & AYA
2024-12-18 19:00 - 23:00 | The Royal, 330 Baker Street Nelson, BC V1L 4H5, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 4H5, Canada
Wed, Dec 18 at The Royal

minors allowed if accompanied by parent or legal guardian

Get ready for a magical evening filled with enchanting melodies! Join Molly Jo, Brianna, and Aya as they deliver captivating three-part harmonies that blend folk, indie, and original tunes, each sprinkled with a unique twist. With a sound that’s melodic, groovy, and just the right touch of melancholy, this is a night of music you won’t want to miss. Celebrate the spirit of Christmas with a delightful musical experience that will warm your heart and lift your spirits!

Crafternoon
2024-12-17 15:30 - 16:30 | Nelson Public Library, 602 Stanley St, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 1N4, Canada
Drop in between 3:30 and 4:30 every Tuesday for CRAFTERNOON at the Nelson Public Library.
Crafts, LEGO, Ozobots, DatoDuo, STEAM stations & more! Every week is a bit different.
Activities will be geared towards school aged children aged 5-13.

Visual Exploration Club (Ages 5-8)
2024-12-17 15:30 - 16:30 | VISAC Gallery, 1501 Cedar Avenue, Trail, V1R 2J5
About Visual Exploration Club (VEC):
Students can expect to learn about other artists, experiment with various materials, and make mistakes. Each participant receives a sketchbook to track their skill development in a wide range of materials such as drawing, painting, printmaking and 3-dimensional art.

This session is for ages 5-8, or primary students in grades K-3.

About the instructor:
Erin has a BFA in Studio Arts from UVic and a Masters of Illustration from Falmouth University. Her classes focus on process-based activities that don’t have a set outcome, fostering creativity and a low pressure environment, encouraging exploration and making mistakes!

Workshop Dates:
Tuesday afternoons
September 10 – December 17, 2024 (15 sessions)
3:30pm-4:30pm

Minimum 6 students, with a maximum of 12.

Where:
VISAC Gallery – Under the red gallery awning
1501 Cedar Ave, Trail
Lower Level of Selkirk Building

If you have any questions, reach out to info@visacgallery.com

Register here: https://revenue-can.keela.co/visual-exploration-club-ages-5-8
