BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//West Kootenay Regional Arts Council - ECPv6.16.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:West Kootenay Regional Arts Council X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for West Kootenay Regional Arts Council REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Vancouver BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20230312T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20231105T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20240310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20241103T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20250309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20251102T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241105T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241105T163000 DTSTAMP:20260602T025609 CREATED:20240828T192856Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T000300Z UID:9839-1730820600-1730824200@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Visual Exploration Club (Ages 5-8) DESCRIPTION:About Visual Exploration Club (VEC):\nStudents 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.\n\nThis session is for ages 5-8\, or primary students in grades K-3.\n\nAbout the instructor:\nErin 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!\n\nWorkshop Dates:\nTuesday afternoons\nSeptember 10 – December 17\, 2024 (15 sessions)\n3:30pm-4:30pm\n\nMinimum 6 students\, with a maximum of 12.\n\nWhere: \nVISAC Gallery – Under the red gallery awning\n1501 Cedar Ave\, Trail\nLower Level of Selkirk Building\n\nIf you have any questions\, reach out to info@visacgallery.com\n\nRegister here: https://revenue-can.keela.co/visual-exploration-club-ages-5-8 URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/visual-exploration-club-ages-5-8-6/ LOCATION:VISAC Gallery\, 1501 Cedar Avenue\, Trail\, V1R 2J5 CATEGORIES:Calendar,Kid Friendly,Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2024/08/20180302/Visual-Exploration-Club-wreizB.tmp_.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="VISAC Gallery":MAILTO:Info@visacgallery.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241107T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241107T200000 DTSTAMP:20260602T025609 CREATED:20241030T035150Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241108T001650Z UID:10512-1730995200-1731009600@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Fall into Fall FREE Thursday evenings DESCRIPTION: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. URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/fall-into-fall-free-thursday-evenings-11/ LOCATION:Nelson Museum\, Archives & Gallery\, 502 Vernon Street\, Nelson\, V1L 4E7\, Canada CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Kid Friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2024/10/20180033/fall-into-fall-insta-01-sm-RTbVRV.tmp_.png ORGANIZER;CN="Nelson Museum%2C Archives &%3B Gallery":MAILTO:info@nelsonmuseum.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241109T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241109T120000 DTSTAMP:20260602T025610 CREATED:20240813T004259Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241110T003301Z UID:9664-1731150000-1731153600@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Guided Cold War Bunker tours DESCRIPTION: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! \nFrom 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. \nEmail info@nelsonmuseum.ca to register. Adult admission required – children under 18 are always free! URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/guided-cold-war-bunker-tours-53/ LOCATION:Nelson Museum\, Archives & Gallery\, 502 Vernon Street\, Nelson\, V1L 4E7\, Canada CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Kid Friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2023/09/20182335/17-UdtcgC.tmp_.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Nelson Museum%2C Archives &%3B Gallery":MAILTO:info@nelsonmuseum.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241110T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241110T160000 DTSTAMP:20260602T025610 CREATED:20241009T013322Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241111T003118Z UID:10362-1731250800-1731254400@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Where have all the Buffalo Gone? DESCRIPTION:Where Have All The Buffalo Gone? by Tai Amy Grauman specifically shares scenarios from the Callihoo family’s stories\, incorporating fiddle music\, jigging and a life size 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. \nAge 9+ \nAdult: $15; Senior: $13.50; Under 30: $10 \nThe Capitol Theatre \nhttps://www.axistheatre.com/where-have-all-the-buffalo-gone URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/where-have-all-the-buffalo-gone/ LOCATION:The Capitol Theatre\, 421 Victoria Street\, Nelson\, British Columbia\, V1L 5R2\, Canada CATEGORIES:Calendar,Kid Friendly,Live Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2024/10/20180127/19-1TKOBd.tmp_.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241112T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241112T100000 DTSTAMP:20260602T025610 CREATED:20240828T192539Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241113T003223Z UID:9840-1731402000-1731405600@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Itty Bitty Art Time (Preschool Art Classes) DESCRIPTION:Participants can expect to make artwork in a wide range of materials that encourage experimentation and motor skill development. Previous projects include yarn bowls\, glitter dioramas and marker pull art.\n\nThese classes get MESSY\, be sure to dress your child (and yourself!) in play clothes. Paint\, salt\, glue and many more materials will be used. One caregiver per child (or group of children) is required.  \nAbout the Instructor:\nErin 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!\n\nWorkshop Dates:\nTuesday mornings\nSeptember 10 – December 17\, 2024 (15 sessions)\n9:00am-9:45am or 10:00am-10:45am\n\nMinimum 6 students\, with a maximum of 12.\n\nWhere: \nVISAC Gallery – Under the red gallery awning\n1501 Cedar Ave\, Trail\nLower Level of Selkirk Building\n\nIf you have any questions\, reach out to info@visacgallery.com URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/itty-bitty-art-time-preschool-art-classes-2/ LOCATION:VISAC Gallery\, 1501 Cedar Avenue\, Trail\, V1R 2J5 CATEGORIES:Calendar,Kid Friendly,Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2024/08/20180302/Itty-Bitty-Art-Time-1-RYMiD9.tmp_.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="VISAC Gallery":MAILTO:Info@visacgallery.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241112T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241112T163000 DTSTAMP:20260602T025610 CREATED:20240828T192539Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241113T003234Z UID:9841-1731425400-1731429000@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Visual Exploration Club (Ages 5-8) DESCRIPTION:About Visual Exploration Club (VEC):\nStudents 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.\n\nThis session is for ages 5-8\, or primary students in grades K-3.\n\nAbout the instructor:\nErin 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!\n\nWorkshop Dates:\nTuesday afternoons\nSeptember 10 – December 17\, 2024 (15 sessions)\n3:30pm-4:30pm\n\nMinimum 6 students\, with a maximum of 12.\n\nWhere: \nVISAC Gallery – Under the red gallery awning\n1501 Cedar Ave\, Trail\nLower Level of Selkirk Building\n\nIf you have any questions\, reach out to info@visacgallery.com\n\nRegister here: https://revenue-can.keela.co/visual-exploration-club-ages-5-8 URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/visual-exploration-club-ages-5-8-2/ LOCATION:VISAC Gallery\, 1501 Cedar Avenue\, Trail\, V1R 2J5 CATEGORIES:Calendar,Kid Friendly,Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2024/08/20180302/Visual-Exploration-Club-wreizB.tmp_.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="VISAC Gallery":MAILTO:Info@visacgallery.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241114T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241114T200000 DTSTAMP:20260602T025610 CREATED:20241030T035150Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241115T004619Z UID:10513-1731600000-1731614400@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Fall into Fall FREE Thursday evenings DESCRIPTION: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. URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/fall-into-fall-free-thursday-evenings-10/ LOCATION:Nelson Museum\, Archives & Gallery\, 502 Vernon Street\, Nelson\, V1L 4E7\, Canada CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Kid Friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2024/10/20180033/fall-into-fall-insta-01-sm-RTbVRV.tmp_.png ORGANIZER;CN="Nelson Museum%2C Archives &%3B Gallery":MAILTO:info@nelsonmuseum.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241116T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241116T120000 DTSTAMP:20260602T025610 CREATED:20240819T201602Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241117T004704Z UID:9723-1731754800-1731758400@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Guided Cold War Bunker tours DESCRIPTION: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! \nFrom 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. \nEmail info@nelsonmuseum.ca to register. Adult admission required – children under 18 are always free! URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/guided-cold-war-bunker-tours-54/ LOCATION:Nelson Museum\, Archives & Gallery\, 502 Vernon Street\, Nelson\, V1L 4E7\, Canada CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Kid Friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2023/09/20182335/17-UdtcgC.tmp_.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Nelson Museum%2C Archives &%3B Gallery":MAILTO:info@nelsonmuseum.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241116T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241116T140000 DTSTAMP:20260602T025610 CREATED:20241108T020116Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241117T004713Z UID:10618-1731754800-1731765600@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Louis Riel Day DESCRIPTION:The public is welcomed to commemorate Métis leader Louis Riel\, In partnership with the West Kootenay Métis Society. Raise the Métis flag at City Hall\, and then join us at the Nelson Museum for stew and bannock\, and to officially open the Truth and Reconciliation case in the 2nd floor museum exhibit. This event is FREE and open to all. \n11am: raising the Métis flag (City Hall) \n12pm: official launch of the Truth and Reconciliation case (Museum 2nd floor) \n1pm: stew and bannock (Museum breezeway) URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/louis-riel-day/ LOCATION:Nelson Museum\, Archives & Gallery\, 502 Vernon Street\, Nelson\, V1L 4E7\, Canada CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Exhibition/Speakers,Food/Beverage,Kid Friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2024/11/20175950/louis-riel-day-insta-laMPn4.tmp_.png ORGANIZER;CN="Nelson Museum%2C Archives &%3B Gallery":MAILTO:info@nelsonmuseum.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241119T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241119T100000 DTSTAMP:20260602T025610 CREATED:20240828T192539Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241120T004715Z UID:9842-1732006800-1732010400@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Itty Bitty Art Time (Preschool Art Classes) DESCRIPTION:Participants can expect to make artwork in a wide range of materials that encourage experimentation and motor skill development. Previous projects include yarn bowls\, glitter dioramas and marker pull art.\n\nThese classes get MESSY\, be sure to dress your child (and yourself!) in play clothes. Paint\, salt\, glue and many more materials will be used. One caregiver per child (or group of children) is required.  \nAbout the Instructor:\nErin 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!\n\nWorkshop Dates:\nTuesday mornings\nSeptember 10 – December 17\, 2024 (15 sessions)\n9:00am-9:45am or 10:00am-10:45am\n\nMinimum 6 students\, with a maximum of 12.\n\nWhere: \nVISAC Gallery – Under the red gallery awning\n1501 Cedar Ave\, Trail\nLower Level of Selkirk Building\n\nIf you have any questions\, reach out to info@visacgallery.com URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/itty-bitty-art-time-preschool-art-classes/ LOCATION:VISAC Gallery\, 1501 Cedar Avenue\, Trail\, V1R 2J5 CATEGORIES:Calendar,Kid Friendly,Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2024/08/20180302/Itty-Bitty-Art-Time-1-RYMiD9.tmp_.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="VISAC Gallery":MAILTO:Info@visacgallery.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241119T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241119T163000 DTSTAMP:20260602T025610 CREATED:20240828T192538Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241120T004736Z UID:9843-1732030200-1732033800@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Visual Exploration Club (Ages 5-8) DESCRIPTION:About Visual Exploration Club (VEC):\nStudents 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.\n\nThis session is for ages 5-8\, or primary students in grades K-3.\n\nAbout the instructor:\nErin 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!\n\nWorkshop Dates:\nTuesday afternoons\nSeptember 10 – December 17\, 2024 (15 sessions)\n3:30pm-4:30pm\n\nMinimum 6 students\, with a maximum of 12.\n\nWhere: \nVISAC Gallery – Under the red gallery awning\n1501 Cedar Ave\, Trail\nLower Level of Selkirk Building\n\nIf you have any questions\, reach out to info@visacgallery.com\n\nRegister here: https://revenue-can.keela.co/visual-exploration-club-ages-5-8 URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/visual-exploration-club-ages-5-8/ LOCATION:VISAC Gallery\, 1501 Cedar Avenue\, Trail\, V1R 2J5 CATEGORIES:Calendar,Kid Friendly,Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2024/08/20180302/Visual-Exploration-Club-wreizB.tmp_.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="VISAC Gallery":MAILTO:Info@visacgallery.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241121T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241121T200000 DTSTAMP:20260602T025610 CREATED:20241030T035149Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241122T004735Z UID:10514-1732204800-1732219200@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Fall into Fall FREE Thursday evenings DESCRIPTION: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. URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/fall-into-fall-free-thursday-evenings-9/ LOCATION:Nelson Museum\, Archives & Gallery\, 502 Vernon Street\, Nelson\, V1L 4E7\, Canada CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Kid Friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2024/10/20180033/fall-into-fall-insta-01-sm-RTbVRV.tmp_.png ORGANIZER;CN="Nelson Museum%2C Archives &%3B Gallery":MAILTO:info@nelsonmuseum.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241123T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241123T120000 DTSTAMP:20260602T025610 CREATED:20240826T201828Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241123T163217Z UID:9786-1732359600-1732363200@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Guided Cold War Bunker tours DESCRIPTION: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! \nFrom 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. \nEmail info@nelsonmuseum.ca to register. Adult admission required – children under 18 are always free! URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/guided-cold-war-bunker-tours-55/ LOCATION:Nelson Museum\, Archives & Gallery\, 502 Vernon Street\, Nelson\, V1L 4E7\, Canada CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Kid Friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2023/09/20182335/17-UdtcgC.tmp_.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Nelson Museum%2C Archives &%3B Gallery":MAILTO:info@nelsonmuseum.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241126T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241126T100000 DTSTAMP:20260602T025610 CREATED:20240828T192540Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241126T163227Z UID:9853-1732611600-1732615200@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Itty Bitty Art Time (Preschool Art Classes) DESCRIPTION:Participants can expect to make artwork in a wide range of materials that encourage experimentation and motor skill development. Previous projects include yarn bowls\, glitter dioramas and marker pull art.\n\nThese classes get MESSY\, be sure to dress your child (and yourself!) in play clothes. Paint\, salt\, glue and many more materials will be used. One caregiver per child (or group of children) is required.  \nAbout the Instructor:\nErin 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!\n\nWorkshop Dates:\nTuesday mornings\nSeptember 10 – December 17\, 2024 (15 sessions)\n9:00am-9:45am or 10:00am-10:45am\n\nMinimum 6 students\, with a maximum of 12.\n\nWhere: \nVISAC Gallery – Under the red gallery awning\n1501 Cedar Ave\, Trail\nLower Level of Selkirk Building\n\nIf you have any questions\, reach out to info@visacgallery.com URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/itty-bitty-art-time-preschool-art-classes-3/ LOCATION:VISAC Gallery\, 1501 Cedar Avenue\, Trail\, V1R 2J5 CATEGORIES:Calendar,Kid Friendly,Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2024/08/20180302/Itty-Bitty-Art-Time-1-RYMiD9.tmp_.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="VISAC Gallery":MAILTO:Info@visacgallery.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241126T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241126T163000 DTSTAMP:20260602T025610 CREATED:20240828T192539Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241126T163240Z UID:9856-1732635000-1732638600@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Visual Exploration Club (Ages 5-8) DESCRIPTION:About Visual Exploration Club (VEC):\nStudents 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.\n\nThis session is for ages 5-8\, or primary students in grades K-3.\n\nAbout the instructor:\nErin 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!\n\nWorkshop Dates:\nTuesday afternoons\nSeptember 10 – December 17\, 2024 (15 sessions)\n3:30pm-4:30pm\n\nMinimum 6 students\, with a maximum of 12.\n\nWhere: \nVISAC Gallery – Under the red gallery awning\n1501 Cedar Ave\, Trail\nLower Level of Selkirk Building\n\nIf you have any questions\, reach out to info@visacgallery.com\n\nRegister here: https://revenue-can.keela.co/visual-exploration-club-ages-5-8 URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/visual-exploration-club-ages-5-8-3/ LOCATION:VISAC Gallery\, 1501 Cedar Avenue\, Trail\, V1R 2J5 CATEGORIES:Calendar,Kid Friendly,Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2024/08/20180302/Visual-Exploration-Club-wreizB.tmp_.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="VISAC Gallery":MAILTO:Info@visacgallery.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241126T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241126T163000 DTSTAMP:20260602T025610 CREATED:20240828T192856Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241126T163240Z UID:9855-1732635000-1732638600@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Crafternoon DESCRIPTION:Drop in between 3:30 and 4:30 every Tuesday for CRAFTERNOON at the Nelson Public Library. \nCrafts\, LEGO\, Ozobots\, DatoDuo\, STEAM stations & more! Every week is a bit different. \nActivities will be geared towards school aged children aged 5-13. URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/crafternoon-5/ LOCATION:Nelson Public Library\, 602 Stanley St\, Nelson\, British Columbia\, V1L 1N4\, Canada CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Kid Friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2024/01/20182119/CRafternoon-insta-square-fall-2023-1-1-dCah1h.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241128T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241128T110000 DTSTAMP:20260602T025610 CREATED:20240920T163446Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241128T163115Z UID:9966-1732789800-1732791600@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Family Story Time DESCRIPTION:Drop by the Nelson Public Library Thursday mornings at 10:30 come to sing your favourite songs and hear some great stories! \nAll ages welcome. URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/family-story-time-8/ LOCATION:Nelson Public Library\, 602 Stanley St\, Nelson\, British Columbia\, V1L 1N4\, Canada CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Kid Friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2024/01/20182118/Storytime-square-insta-fall-2023-LEJWDc.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241128T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241128T200000 DTSTAMP:20260602T025610 CREATED:20241030T035149Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241128T163116Z UID:10515-1732809600-1732824000@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Fall into Fall FREE Thursday evenings DESCRIPTION: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. URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/fall-into-fall-free-thursday-evenings-8/ LOCATION:Nelson Museum\, Archives & Gallery\, 502 Vernon Street\, Nelson\, V1L 4E7\, Canada CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Kid Friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2024/10/20180033/fall-into-fall-insta-01-sm-RTbVRV.tmp_.png ORGANIZER;CN="Nelson Museum%2C Archives &%3B Gallery":MAILTO:info@nelsonmuseum.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241130T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241130T120000 DTSTAMP:20260602T025610 CREATED:20240920T163445Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241130T163200Z UID:9971-1732964400-1732968000@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Guided Cold War Bunker tours DESCRIPTION: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! \nFrom 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. \nEmail info@nelsonmuseum.ca to register. Adult admission required – children under 18 are always free! URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/guided-cold-war-bunker-tours-58/ LOCATION:Nelson Museum\, Archives & Gallery\, 502 Vernon Street\, Nelson\, V1L 4E7\, Canada CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Kid Friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2023/09/20182335/17-UdtcgC.tmp_.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Nelson Museum%2C Archives &%3B Gallery":MAILTO:info@nelsonmuseum.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241201T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241201T160000 DTSTAMP:20260602T025610 CREATED:20241203T202454Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241203T202454Z UID:10856-1733061600-1733068800@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Goldilocks and the Three Bears DESCRIPTION:The Capitol Theatre’s 35th Annual Winter Community Production \nJoin us to meet the inhabitants of Toad Mountain and see if they can co-exist with folks who live in Nelsontown. Find out how much mischief a small child with ringlets can cause and whether bears actually like porridge! There’ll be lots of music and silly jokes in our version of Goldilocks and the Three Bears! \nTickets\nAdult $20\n30 and Under $12\nFamily of 4 $50 \n  URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/goldilocks-and-the-three-bears/ LOCATION:The Capitol Theatre\, 421 Victoria Street\, Nelson\, British Columbia\, V1L 5R2\, Canada CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Kid Friendly,Live Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2024/12/20175917/goldilocks-3-RYQpol.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241203T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241203T100000 DTSTAMP:20260602T025610 CREATED:20240920T163411Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241203T170253Z UID:9976-1733216400-1733220000@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Itty Bitty Art Time (Preschool Art Classes) DESCRIPTION:Participants can expect to make artwork in a wide range of materials that encourage experimentation and motor skill development. Previous projects include yarn bowls\, glitter dioramas and marker pull art.\n\nThese classes get MESSY\, be sure to dress your child (and yourself!) in play clothes. Paint\, salt\, glue and many more materials will be used. One caregiver per child (or group of children) is required.  \nAbout the Instructor:\nErin 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!\n\nWorkshop Dates:\nTuesday mornings\nSeptember 10 – December 17\, 2024 (15 sessions)\n9:00am-9:45am or 10:00am-10:45am\n\nMinimum 6 students\, with a maximum of 12.\n\nWhere: \nVISAC Gallery – Under the red gallery awning\n1501 Cedar Ave\, Trail\nLower Level of Selkirk Building\n\nIf you have any questions\, reach out to info@visacgallery.com URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/itty-bitty-art-time-preschool-art-classes-14/ LOCATION:VISAC Gallery\, 1501 Cedar Avenue\, Trail\, V1R 2J5 CATEGORIES:Calendar,Kid Friendly,Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2024/08/20180302/Itty-Bitty-Art-Time-1-RYMiD9.tmp_.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="VISAC Gallery":MAILTO:Info@visacgallery.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241203T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241203T110000 DTSTAMP:20260602T025610 CREATED:20240920T163411Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241203T170253Z UID:9977-1733221800-1733223600@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Book Babies DESCRIPTION:Bring your 0 to 18 month olds to the Library in Nelson for rhymes\, songs & stories! A great way to meet other parents and caregivers\, and enhance early literacy skills in a casual environment. \nDrop-in. TUESDAYS at 10:30 URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/book-babies-2/ LOCATION:Nelson Public Library\, 602 Stanley St\, Nelson\, British Columbia\, V1L 1N4\, Canada CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Kid Friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2024/01/20182119/CRafternoon-insta-square-fall-2023-2-44JPQ8.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241203T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241203T163000 DTSTAMP:20260602T025610 CREATED:20240920T163411Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241203T170307Z UID:9978-1733239800-1733243400@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Crafternoon DESCRIPTION:Drop in between 3:30 and 4:30 every Tuesday for CRAFTERNOON at the Nelson Public Library. \nCrafts\, LEGO\, Ozobots\, DatoDuo\, STEAM stations & more! Every week is a bit different. \nActivities will be geared towards school aged children aged 5-13. URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/crafternoon-7/ LOCATION:Nelson Public Library\, 602 Stanley St\, Nelson\, British Columbia\, V1L 1N4\, Canada CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Kid Friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2024/01/20182119/CRafternoon-insta-square-fall-2023-1-1-dCah1h.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241203T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241203T163000 DTSTAMP:20260602T025610 CREATED:20240920T163411Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241203T170307Z UID:9979-1733239800-1733243400@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Visual Exploration Club (Ages 5-8) DESCRIPTION:About Visual Exploration Club (VEC):\nStudents 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.\n\nThis session is for ages 5-8\, or primary students in grades K-3.\n\nAbout the instructor:\nErin 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!\n\nWorkshop Dates:\nTuesday afternoons\nSeptember 10 – December 17\, 2024 (15 sessions)\n3:30pm-4:30pm\n\nMinimum 6 students\, with a maximum of 12.\n\nWhere: \nVISAC Gallery – Under the red gallery awning\n1501 Cedar Ave\, Trail\nLower Level of Selkirk Building\n\nIf you have any questions\, reach out to info@visacgallery.com\n\nRegister here: https://revenue-can.keela.co/visual-exploration-club-ages-5-8 URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/visual-exploration-club-ages-5-8-14/ LOCATION:VISAC Gallery\, 1501 Cedar Avenue\, Trail\, V1R 2J5 CATEGORIES:Calendar,Kid Friendly,Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2024/08/20180302/Visual-Exploration-Club-wreizB.tmp_.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="VISAC Gallery":MAILTO:Info@visacgallery.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241205T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241205T110000 DTSTAMP:20260602T025610 CREATED:20240920T163410Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241206T173135Z UID:9985-1733394600-1733396400@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Family Story Time DESCRIPTION:Drop by the Nelson Public Library Thursday mornings at 10:30 come to sing your favourite songs and hear some great stories! \nAll ages welcome. URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/family-story-time-7/ LOCATION:Nelson Public Library\, 602 Stanley St\, Nelson\, British Columbia\, V1L 1N4\, Canada CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Kid Friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2024/01/20182118/Storytime-square-insta-fall-2023-LEJWDc.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241205T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241205T200000 DTSTAMP:20260602T025610 CREATED:20241030T035149Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241126T163243Z UID:10516-1733414400-1733428800@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Fall into Fall FREE Thursday evenings DESCRIPTION: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. URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/fall-into-fall-free-thursday-evenings-7/ LOCATION:Nelson Museum\, Archives & Gallery\, 502 Vernon Street\, Nelson\, V1L 4E7\, Canada CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Kid Friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2024/10/20180033/fall-into-fall-insta-01-sm-RTbVRV.tmp_.png ORGANIZER;CN="Nelson Museum%2C Archives &%3B Gallery":MAILTO:info@nelsonmuseum.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241205T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241205T200000 DTSTAMP:20260602T025610 CREATED:20241203T202413Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241206T173150Z UID:10864-1733414400-1733428800@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Apres FREE! Thursday evenings DESCRIPTION: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! URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/apres-free-thursday-evenings-13/ LOCATION:Nelson Museum\, Archives & Gallery\, 502 Vernon Street\, Nelson\, V1L 4E7\, Canada CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Kid Friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2024/12/20175915/apres-free-insta-sm-7uMCFb.tmp_.png ORGANIZER;CN="Nelson Museum%2C Archives &%3B Gallery":MAILTO:info@nelsonmuseum.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241206T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241206T210000 DTSTAMP:20260602T025610 CREATED:20241203T202453Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241206T173419Z UID:10904-1733508000-1733518800@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:December Music at Red Light Ramen DESCRIPTION: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! \nReservations are always encouraged. \nD.6 – Rosso @rosssoooo\nD.7 Sylvie Le Sylvie Art Exhibition @sylvielesylvie\nMusic from Rena Vee @renaveemusic\nD.13 – Lexa Voltz @lexa_voltz\nD.20 – Fluxo @fluxoryan\nD.27 – Wils @wils_curates URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/december-music-at-red-light-ramen-4/ LOCATION:Red Light Ramen\, 308 Herridge Lane\, Nelson\, British Columbia\, V1L 6G5\, Canada CATEGORIES:Calendar,Food/Beverage,Kid Friendly,Live Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2024/12/20175912/Screen-Shot-2024-12-02-at-3.26.13-PM-XvEgnq.tmp_.png ORGANIZER;CN="Red Light Ramen":MAILTO:info@redlightramenbar.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241207T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241207T150000 DTSTAMP:20260602T025610 CREATED:20241127T192718Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241207T174729Z UID:10796-1733565600-1733583600@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Holiday Workshop DESCRIPTION:We’re hosting a one-stop shop for kids to make all of their holiday gifts this year! Drop by the Rossland Museum between 10 am and 3 pm on Saturday\, December 7th\, to take advantage of the craft stations and gift-wrap solutions! With options geared for ages 5-12 (and maybe even some wiggle room for slightly older or younger kids!)\, there’s something for everyone on the list. \nWhen you’re through with crafting\, enjoy the holiday films in the theatre or try out our toboggans and snowshoes to explore the snowy wonderland surrounding the museum! \nEntry by Donation. URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/holiday-workshop/ LOCATION:Rossland Museum & Discovery Centre\, 1100 Hwy 3B | Junction of Hwys 3B & 22\, Rossland\, BC\, V0G 1Y0\, Canada CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Kid Friendly,Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2024/11/20175923/Holiday-Workshop-Rossland-Museum-2024-Instagram-Post-3SVJDi.tmp_.png ORGANIZER;CN="Rossland Museum &%3B Discovery Centre":MAILTO:info@rosslandmuseum.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241207T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241207T120000 DTSTAMP:20260602T025610 CREATED:20240920T163333Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241207T174729Z UID:9990-1733569200-1733572800@www.wkartscouncil.com SUMMARY:Guided Cold War Bunker tours DESCRIPTION: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! \nFrom 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. \nEmail info@nelsonmuseum.ca to register. Adult admission required – children under 18 are always free! URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/guided-cold-war-bunker-tours-57/ LOCATION:Nelson Museum\, Archives & Gallery\, 502 Vernon Street\, Nelson\, V1L 4E7\, Canada CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Kid Friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://genexsites.s3.ca-west-1.amazonaws.com/05/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2023/09/20182335/17-UdtcgC.tmp_.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Nelson Museum%2C Archives &%3B Gallery":MAILTO:info@nelsonmuseum.ca END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR