Wednesday Bunker Tours
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!

Summer Lovin’ FREE Thursdays
2025-10-30 16:00 - 20:00, 2025-11-06 16:00 - 20:00, 2025-11-13 16:00 - 20:00, 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.

Saturday Bunker tours
2025-11-01 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-11-08 11:00 - 12:00, 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)

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

We Can Help Animals! BC SPCA Comics Workshop (Ages 8-12)
2025-11-07 08:00 - 17:00 (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.

Selkirk Weavers Christmas Sale: Friday (14th) & Saturday (15th)
2025-11-14 16:00 - 2025-11-15 16:00 (America/Edmonton) | Kinnaird Hall, 2320 Columbia Avenue, Castlegar, BC, V1N 2X1, 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

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

RLOP Presents: Into The Woods
2025-11-28 18:30 - 21:30, 2025-11-29 14:00 - 17:00, 2025-11-30 14:00 - 17:00 (America/Edmonton) | Charles Bailey Theatre, 1501 Cedar Ave, Trail, British Columbia, V1R 4C7, Canada
The Rossland Light Opera Players are proud to present their 2025 Mainstage Production of Into the Woods!
Escape into a fantastical fairytale adventure where wishes come true, not free.
Into the Woods is a witty and whimsical musical that combines the plots of familiar fairy tales like Jack and the Beanstalk, Cinderella, Little Red Riding Hood, Rapunzel, and more.
The story pulls from the darker elements of the original folk and fairy tales, combining the darkness with comedy to create this delightfully macabre story that explores the consequences of its characters’ wishes.
Watch our characters’ paths intertwine as they chase their deepest desires through an enchanted forest!
At the Charles Bailey Theatre
November 28th 6:30pm, November 29th 2pm & 6:30pm, November 30th 2pm
Sponsored by Teck Trail Operations

Basics of Animal Illustration: Ages 11-14
2025-12-06 09:30 - 12:30 (America/Vancouver) | 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.

WATERCOLOUR HOLIDAY CARD WORKSHOP
2025-12-06 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Edmonton) | Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre, 320 Wilson Street, Revelstoke, V0E 2S0
WATERCOLOUR HOLIDAY CARD WORKSHOP
Hosted by Emily DeLalonde
Looking to add a personal touch to your holiday gifting this year? Join us for our Holiday Card watercolour workshop, where you’ll learn watercolour techniques in a fun, supportive environment! In this workshop, you’ll create two unique holiday-themed cards on high-quality watercolour cardstock, envelopes included!—perfect for gifting something made with love.
Saturday, December 6th
6pm – 8pm
$45 – All Materials Provided
RVAC Kitchen Studio, 320 Wilson st.
Everyone is Welcome

Second Winds Community Band Holiday Concert in Invermere
2025-12-10 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Edmonton) | Columbia Valley Centre, 646 4 Street, Invermere, BC, V0A 1K0
Second Winds Community Band is performing live at the Columbia Valley Centre on December 10th! Doors: 6 pm, show @ 7 pm.
FREE entry with donations to The Christmas Bureau of the Columbia Valley & Columbia Valley Food Bank will be gratefully accepted. Cash concession run by Bright New Minds Childcare Society.
Presented by the District of Invermere. Enjoy an evening of festive music while supporting wonderful local causes. See you there!

Trail Rotary Club Christmas Carol Concert
2025-12-10 18:30 - 21:00 (America/Vancouver) | Charles Bailey Theatre, 1501 Cedar Ave, Trail, British Columbia, V1R 4C7, Canada
Trail Rotary Clubs Annual Christmas Carol Concert is back December 10th at the Charles Bailey Theatre
Doors at 6:30, show starts at 7:00
Entry is by donation and all proceeds go to the Trail Salvation Army Christmas Food Hamper

The Twin Rivers Community Choir presents: Winter Connections
2025-12-12 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-12-13 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Edmonton) | New Life Church, 602 7 St, Castlegar, BC, V1N 3J6, Canada
Come join us as we deliver an enjoyable seasonal experience!
Adults $20 / Students $10
Dec 12 & Dec 13, 7PM til 9 PM PST.
New Life Church, Castlegar.
TICKETS: https://www.twinriverschoir.com/events
Contact Information;
250-364-8346
trcchoir@gmail.com

Salmo Artventure Exhibition & Competition
2026-01-10 15:00 - 19:00 (America/Edmonton) | 215 Davies Ave, Salmo, BC V0G 1Z0, Canada
This is a family fun event where the public casts their vote for their favourite artwork.
Winners are chosen by the public. The show features painters, metal artists, wood artists, illustrators, glass artists, photographers and textile artists all vying for this years crown.
The show also features live music and an Art Basket Door Prize from the Salmo And District Arts Council.
This is a free event to attend.

Slocan: 4TH ANNUAL WINTER CARNIVAL
2026-01-17 13:00 - 19:00 (America/Vancouver) | Expo Park, Slocan
4TH ANNUAL WINTER CARNIVAL!
BY DONATION $0-$50

EXPO PARK, SLOCAN

1:00 HANNAH CLAIRE
2:00 MASSIMO CIRCUS ARTS
2:30PM PUPPETS ON THE MOVE & SPIN THE WHEEL
3:30 WALL DOG NEO-SOUL FOLK JAZZ
4:30 SOS RAP & FREESTYLE
5:00 THISISSAMI
6:30 ANIMUS ROVING FIRE SPINNING
7:00 THE GREAT FULL LIFE

1PM BIOCHAR WORKSHOP
SNOWMAN BUILDING COMPETITION
FIRE PITS
RAFFLE PRIZES AND 50/50
VENDORS

1PM-4PM
FREE CRAFTING WITH CBAL
FREE LAZER TAG FROM KOOTENAY TAGTICAL
FREE GAMES BY SV YOUTH NETWORK & PHARATREE

THE LEGION, SLOCAN
9PM- 1AM DJS FATTYCAKES, DAILY BASIS & LUMINESCE

FOOD VENDORS:
THE SLICE
TALISHACK
OH MY LARD
FOMO

MUSIC PRODUCED BY LIVE HARMONICS

THANK YOU TO ALL OUR SPONSORS AND SUPPORTERS:

THE VILLAGE OF SLOCAN
REDI GRANT, RDCK AREA H
SLOCAN VALLEY LEGACY FUND
COLUMBIA BASIN TRUST
STELLARVISTA
KOOTENAY CO-OP
SLOCAN VALLEY CO-OP
TROWELEX RENTALS AND SALES
SIFCO
NELSON & DISTRICT CREDIT UNION
SLOCAN VALLEY LEGION
SLOCAN VILLAGE MARKET
WEGCSS
THE HUB
HALL PRINTING

Trail: Presto! The Great Lambrusco
2026-02-07 15:00 - 16:00 (America/Vancouver) | Bailey Theatre, 1501 Cedar Ave., Trail, BC
The Rossland Council for Arts and Culture and Trail & District Arts Council TOGETHER present PRESTO! by Nayana Fielkov, a comedic show for kids 5 to 12 years old and their families to enjoy together. The show is on Saturday, February 7 at 3 pm at the Rossland Miners Hall as part of the TECK Family Series.
Presto! The Great Lambrusco turns scarves into eggs! Coins appear from thin air, and a cupcake gets baked in a shoe! In this comedic unfolding, the audience finds out that illusions are not reality, and that to find true magic, we must slow down, observe, and listen.
Real magic, real comedy, real entertainment for the whole family!
Watch the trailer https://youtu.be/kJoyUj-gsq4
Suitable for ages 5 to 12 years old. 60 minutes.
Acclaimed performing artist Nayana Fielkov has performed at festivals and venues across the country with her genre-bending approach to theatre. She is co-creator of award-winning RAGMOP Theatre, Habitats, Underbelly, and The Myrtle Sisters, and is a founding member of the Dusty Flowerpot Cabaret.
Single tickets are $18 or get tickets to all 4 Family Series shows for just $60. General admission seating so come early to get the best seats.
All individual tickets and passes are available online at purchase.trail-arts.com, by phone at 250-368-9669, and in person at the Bailey Box Office at 1501 Cedar Ave., Trail.
This show is made possible thanks to funding from Teck Trail Operations, the BC Arts Council, BC Touring Council, the Government of Canada, and Tourism South Kootenay with support from Ferraro Foods and the Prestige Mountain Resort Rossland. We also gratefully acknowledge the financial support of the Province of British Columbia.

Trail: Where Have All the Buffalo Gone? by Axis Theatre
2026-03-01 15:00 - 16:15 (America/Vancouver) | Charles Bailey Theatre, 1501 Cedar Ave, Trail, British Columbia, V1R 4C7, Canada
The Trail & District Arts Council and Rossland Council for Arts and Culture present Where Have All the Buffalo Gone? by Axis Theatre, a captivating show for kids in Grade 4 to 12, their families and the young at heart to enjoy together. The show is on Sunday, March 1 at 3:00 pm in The Bailey Theatre and is part of the TECK Family Series.
Where Have All The Buffalo Gone? is a love-story that transcends time as it follows two souls through seven different periods of Métis history. Filled with stories about the Sun Traveller and the Callihoo family, the performance is a theatre piece that incorporates fiddle music, jigging, and a life-like buffalo puppet.
Inspired by historical events of the Métis people of Canada, this original play for young audiences explores the loves, the losses and the fight of Treaty 6’s Métis people – and their love and kinship to the buffalo.
The play takes the audience through the emergence of the Métis Nation across the plains, then leads into the robust colonization that arises from the fur trade, the disappearance of the buffalo, as well as the political uprising of the Métis Association of Alberta in the 1930s. The story starts in creation among the stars and ends in 2024.
Watch the trailer https://vimeo.com/940939867?p=1s
CREATIVE TEAM – Playwright: Tai Amy Grauman; Director: Amanda Testini; Co-Director & Sound Design: Chris McGregor; Set, Props & Buffalo Design: Dusty Hagerüd; Costume Design: Alaia Hamer.
ABOUT AXIS THEATRE
In the age of “looking down,” Axis draws young eyes up to engage them in interactive experiences that educate, inspire, and transform. Audiences experience smart, entertaining interpretations of traditional and cutting-edge physical theatre. Axis incorporates combinations of puppetry, movement, live music, red-nose clown, and improvisation to expand the meaning and impact of the stories presented. It is deceptively simple, completely fresh, and memorable.A special thank you to the company’s sponsors: The Downie-Wenjack and Chris Spencer Foundations.
Axis Theatre is grateful to live, work, and play on the unceded, traditional territories of the Coast Salish peoples – sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), sel̓íl̓witulh (Tsleil-Waututh), and xwməθkwəy̓ əm (Musqueam) nations.
Show 55 minutes with a 15 min Q&A after the show.
Single tickets are $18 or get tickets to all 4 Family Series shows for just $60. General admission seating so come early to get the best seats.
All individual tickets and passes are available online at purchase.trail-arts.com, by phone at 250-368-9669, and in person at the Bailey Box Office at 1501 Cedar Ave., Trail.
This show is made possible thanks to funding from Teck Trail Operations, the BC Arts Council, BC Touring Council, the Government of Canada, and Tourism South Kootenay with support from Ferraro Foods and the Prestige Mountain Resort Rossland. We also gratefully acknowledge the financial support of the Province of British Columbia.

Castlegar - Groovy Tunes with TruckVanCar and Steve Marc
2026-03-27 19:00 (America/Vancouver) | Harry’s Hall, 1119 Columbia Rd., Castlegar, British Columbia, V1N4L7, Canada
Join us for an unforgettable evening at Harry’s Hall. Experience the energy, the music, and the community that makes every event special.
Groovy Tunes with TruckVanCar and Steve Marc
Friday, March 27 – Doors at 7pm, Music at 7:30
Harry’s Hall, 1119 Columbia Rd, Castlegar
All Ages, Licensed Event
$20 Adults, $10 Minors
Get Your Tickets at https://harryshall.com/events
Get ready to dance and groove the night away!!!
Truckvancar is a soul-stirring fusion of reggae, soul, and rock ‘n’ roll, born in the heart of a small mountain ski town. With roots as deep as the pines and grooves as fresh as a snowfall, this five-piece band blends laid-back island rhythms with raw, mountain-town grit. Their sound is equal parts sunset jam and backcountry bonfire — heartfelt, high-energy, and undeniably human. Whether you’re dancing barefoot in the grass or cruising mountain roads, Truckvancar delivers the kind of music that makes you feel at home wherever you are.
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TruckVanCar
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/truckvancar
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Truckvancar
Website: https://truckvancarmusic.com/
Steve Marc is a high-vibrational world/reggae/funk fusion band from the Kootenays. They deliver soulful, danceable grooves infused with messages of peace, unity, and healing. Feel good music that uplifts the spirit, moves the body, and opens the heart. Featuring a small but mighty horn section and luscious harmony background vocals, Steve’s unique songwriting prowess will move you in more ways than one. This six piece band brings fun, love and energy to the stage with creative arrangements of cover songs known and unknown, mixed in with mostly original songs you will surely come to love.
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stevemarcg
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevemarcmusic
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SteveMarcG
Website: https://www.stevemarc.ca
