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SUMMARY:Taylor’s Version – Dance Party
DESCRIPTION:Taylor’s Version – a Taylor Swift dance party. Join us on July 13th at Spiritbar (19+) to dance and sing to your favourite Taylor Swift songs\, take pics in the photo booth\, and make friendship bracelets. All proceeds from this event will be donated to Nelson Pride.
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/taylors-version-dance-party/
LOCATION:Spiritbar\, 422 Vernon St\, Nelson\, British Columbia\, V1L 4E5
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,LGBTQIA2S+
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ORGANIZER;CN="Axel and Ruth":MAILTO:rkrulitsky@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240713T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240713T160000
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SUMMARY:Open Studio Workshops (Chris Dufour\, artist-in-residence)
DESCRIPTION:Summer Residency\nChris Dufour \nOpen Studio Workshops: July 13\, July 20\, and August 10\, 2024\, from 1:00 – 4:00 PM *updated*\nWKRAC Culture Tour: August 10 + 11\, 2024\, from 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM\nClosing Event: August 17\, 2024\, at 1:00 PM\nAdmission is free. No registration required. \n  \nArtist-in-residence\, Chris Dufour\, is offering three contemporary art open studio events at Oxygen Art Centre on Saturday July 13\, July 20\, and August 10\, 2024\, from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM. All events are free to attend. \nParticipants can expect to engage with the artist and their material practice. Each event will feature a workshop on the topics of explore phytograms\, cyanotypes\, charcoal and ochre screen printing\, and likely some gathering\, snacking\, and discussing! Flexible in structure\, folks are encouraged to come to as many or as little as you’d like.
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/open-studio-workshops-chris-dufour-artist-in-residence-3/
LOCATION:Oxygen Art Centre\, 320 Vernon St Unit-3\, Nelson\, British Columbia\, V1L 4E4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,LGBTQIA2S+,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240711T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240711T210000
DTSTAMP:20260419T222945
CREATED:20240601T190717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240624T163131Z
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SUMMARY:Drop in Art Nights | FREE
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a creative space to meet new people and make something? Have a project you’ve been meaning to work on? Join us for our free drop-in art nights! These relaxed evenings are open to everyone so bring your art supplies\, a drink\, a snack\, and come get creative! These evening are a fantastic way to make time for your art.  \nThe gallery will have some basic supplies on hand\, like scissors and brushes\, however artists are expected to be self sufficient and bring their own supplies. In the past participants have worked on everything from illustrations and paintings\, to fishing flies and mending projects. We welcome all forms of creative expression\, just please avoid brining any projects that are overly loud or smelly. \n– The second Thursday of the month 7pm – 9pm \n– June 13\, July 11\,  August 8\, & September 12 \n– The Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre\, Kitchen Studio\, 320 Wilson st \n– Entrance is via the undercover area on the left hand side of the building \n– Please leave the space clean for the next person \n– All welcome\, no bookings required
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/drop-in-art-nights-free-2/
LOCATION:Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre\, 320 Wilson Street\, Revelstoke\, V0E 2S0
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,LGBTQIA2S+,Wellness
ORGANIZER;CN="Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre":MAILTO:info@revelstokeartgallery.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240711T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240711T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T222945
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240711T170251Z
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SUMMARY:Friendship Bracelets in ArtLab!
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for the Spiritbar’s Taylor’s Version Dance Party by making your own friendship bracelets in ArtLab! Join us on Thursday\, July 11 for a guided session to make the bracelet of your dreams\, or stop in anytime between July 1-13 and explore your creativity with the FREE materials provided.\n\nThe event is a fundraiser for Nelson Pride.
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/friendship-bracelets-in-artlab/
LOCATION:Nelson Museum\, Archives & Gallery\, 502 Vernon Street\, Nelson\, V1L 4E7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Kid Friendly,LGBTQIA2S+,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Nelson Museum%2C Archives &amp%3B Gallery":MAILTO:info@nelsonmuseum.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240628T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240628T220000
DTSTAMP:20260419T222945
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SUMMARY:20/40\, A Sketch Comedy Show @ The Royal
DESCRIPTION:Really Cool Productions presents 20/40\, A Sketch Comedy Show.\n\n20/40 is an experimental theater show with twenty acts performed in forty minutes\, and the audience picks the order!\nThe acts include performance art\, dance\, audience participation\, and sketch. This mix of art blurs the line between chaotic and focused performances\, proving to be a multi-layered emotional roller coaster that demands you to stay present.\n\nThis show is interactive\, energetic and without exaggeration\, a must-see.We’ve sold out twice in the past\, so get your tickies while available!!\n\n\n\nNeed to knows:\n\nThe 20/40 Sketch Comedy Show is at The Royal\, located at 330 Baker Street. Doors open at 8:00pm Show starts at 8:30pm. This show is timed to be exactly 40 minutes long with no intermissions! So get there early\, have a drink and stay there late and have a drink!\n\nTickets: $15 online / $20 at the door.\n\nWho We Are:\nJaymes BowmanSuz ChristisonMichelle HartEmma HillRuth KrulitskyShelby Sanford\n\nDirected by Michelle Hart\n\nMichelle Hart is a multi-disciplinary artist\, specializing in theatre and improvisation. Since graduating from Mount Allison University with a theatre degree\, she has trained\, taught and performed with theatre institutions across North America to hone her craft. Michelle is the recipient of the Pat & Tony Freedom Fund\, Outstanding Sketch/Improv Productions from My Entertainment Weekly\, and was featured on JFL42 Sirius FX Just For Laughs Festival. She has worked as a cast member for MSC Seaside\, The Second City\, and the Bad Dog Theatre Feature Players. Currently she is the Co-Director of The Canadian Improv Games: Improv Camp and one of the head writers of Southern Interior\, a Nelson-based Sketch Show.\nOnline: @WeirdHart + @ReallyCoolProductions\n\nThe 20/40 Sketch Comedy Show is proudly produced by Really Cool Productions. Follow us on Instagram for upcoming shows and audition notices! @ReallyCoolProductions
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/20-40-a-sketch-comedy-show-the-royal/
LOCATION:The Royal\, 330 Baker Street Nelson\, BC V1L 4H5\, Nelson\, British Columbia\, V1L 4H5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Calendar,LGBTQIA2S+,Live Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240613T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240613T210000
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CREATED:20240601T190717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240613T174159Z
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SUMMARY:Drop in Art Nights | FREE
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a creative space to meet new people and make something? Have a project you’ve been meaning to work on? Join us for our free drop-in art nights! These relaxed evenings are open to everyone so bring your art supplies\, a drink\, a snack\, and come get creative! These evening are a fantastic way to make time for your art.  \nThe gallery will have some basic supplies on hand\, like scissors and brushes\, however artists are expected to be self sufficient and bring their own supplies. In the past participants have worked on everything from illustrations and paintings\, to fishing flies and mending projects. We welcome all forms of creative expression\, just please avoid brining any projects that are overly loud or smelly. \n– The second Thursday of the month 7pm – 9pm \n– June 13\, July 11\,  August 8\, & September 12 \n– The Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre\, Kitchen Studio\, 320 Wilson st \n– Entrance is via the undercover area on the left hand side of the building \n– Please leave the space clean for the next person \n– All welcome\, no bookings required
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/drop-in-art-nights-free-3/
LOCATION:Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre\, 320 Wilson Street\, Revelstoke\, V0E 2S0
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,LGBTQIA2S+,Wellness
ORGANIZER;CN="Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre":MAILTO:info@revelstokeartgallery.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240613T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240613T190000
DTSTAMP:20260419T222945
CREATED:20240612T220019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240613T174158Z
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SUMMARY:‘We Love a Parade!’ installation launch
DESCRIPTION:The Nelson Museum is officially launching a new permanent installation of We Love a Parade! featuring a localized timeline of events\, images\, and curatorial statements provided by Nelson Museum Curator Arin Fay\, and Research Assistant Adrian Dunkerson.\n\nThe launch takes place on Thursday\, June 13 from 5-7pm at the Museum\, and will feature a screening of the 10-minute trailer for the documentary Queering the Interior\, as well as an introduction from the film’s director Amy Bohigian\, and a tour of the Queer Archives by Michael Wicks.\n\nRefreshments will be provided by Kootenay Kombucha\, Sprout Plant-Based Eatery\, L&C French Bakery\, and the Kootenay Co-op. Thank you to these incredible local businesses\, and to the Columbia Basin Trust for supporting this celebration!\n\nThe event is free and open to the public. Happy Pride!
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/we-love-a-parade-installation-launch/
LOCATION:Nelson Museum\, Archives & Gallery\, 502 Vernon Street\, Nelson\, V1L 4E7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Exhibition/Speakers,Kid Friendly,LGBTQIA2S+
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ORGANIZER;CN="Nelson Museum%2C Archives &amp%3B Gallery":MAILTO:info@nelsonmuseum.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240601T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240601T210000
DTSTAMP:20260419T222945
CREATED:20240429T023605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240602T000251Z
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SUMMARY:RIFT 2024 – Woman’s Centre Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to our second annual Women’s Centre Fundraiser! We have local legends Paris Pick and the Pricks headlining for the second year running and a gorgeous line-up of wildly talented local artists and performers to entertain you.\nAll of our acts are donating their time and talents to this event\, allowing the proceeds to go straight back into the Centre. We rely on grants\, donations and fundraising to keep our doors open so please come celebrate with us and help us keep our programs running!\nThis year our theme is Break The Binary – throw out you notions of gender norms and come dressed as your most uninhibited self. Take inspiration from Ru Paul\, think fluidity\, fantasy and freedom from biases!\nThere will also be an extra special raffle this year with some truly fabulous prizes.\nWe can’t wait to see you there!\nDoors at 7pmTickets $15
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/rift-2024-womans-centre-fundraiser/
LOCATION:The Royal\, 330 Baker Street Nelson\, BC V1L 4H5\, Nelson\, British Columbia\, V1L 4H5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,LGBTQIA2S+,Live Performance
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ORGANIZER;CN="Nelson and District Woman&#8217%3Bs Center":MAILTO:Info@nelsonwomenscentre.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240427T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240427T233000
DTSTAMP:20260419T222945
CREATED:20240404T193820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240427T194705Z
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SUMMARY:DIRTWIRE W/ LION-S & THE CIRCUS ACTS INSOMIACS
DESCRIPTION:19+\, ID required\nPresented by The Pride Events & Living Room
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/dirtwire-w-lion-s-the-circus-acts-insomiacs/
LOCATION:Spiritbar\, 422 Vernon St\, Nelson\, British Columbia\, V1L 4E5
CATEGORIES:Calendar,LGBTQIA2S+,Live Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240425T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240425T193000
DTSTAMP:20260419T222945
CREATED:20240324T205646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240425T193348Z
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SUMMARY:Faceless Dolls workshop series
DESCRIPTION:The Faceless Dolls campaign\, created by the Native Women’s Association of Canada\, was launched in March 2012 to raise awareness of missing and murdered Indigenous women and girls\, and of the impact this tragedy has on communities across Canada. The project builds on the work of Gloria Larocque’s ‘Aboriginal Angel Doll Project.’\n\nJoin Nelson Museum Social Justice Coordinator Lesley Garlow for free\, facilitated workshops to create your own faceless doll. You can attend one\, a few\, or all of the workshops\, and completed dolls will be on display in the Community Cabinets on the main floor of the Museum. This is a FREE program\, no registration is required\, and all materials will be supplied.
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/faceless-dolls-workshop-series/
LOCATION:Nelson Museum\, Archives & Gallery\, 502 Vernon Street\, Nelson\, V1L 4E7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Exhibition/Speakers,Kid Friendly,LGBTQIA2S+,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Nelson Museum%2C Archives &amp%3B Gallery":MAILTO:info@nelsonmuseum.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240418T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240418T203000
DTSTAMP:20260419T222945
CREATED:20240418T212527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240418T212527Z
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SUMMARY:Nelson Community Drumming Experience
DESCRIPTION:Set free your inner rhythm\, connect with your community\, and let the beat move you! \nRhythm by Nature presents a fully interactive and immersive drumming experience for one night only at the North Shore Hall\, Nelson\, April 18\, 7 pm\, as part of the Spring Community Drumming Tour! \nNo drumming experience is needed and all the instruments are provided. \nProfessionally facilitated\, participants will learn about and experiment with different drums and drumming techniques from all around the world. You’ll experience a fun and inclusive drumming workshop\, but that’s only the beginning!
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/nelson-community-drumming-experience/
LOCATION:North Shore Hall\, 675 Whitmore Rd\, Nelson\, BC\, V1L 6H7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Kid Friendly,LGBTQIA2S+,Wellness,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rhythm By Nature":MAILTO:info@rhythmbynature.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240418T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240418T193000
DTSTAMP:20260419T222945
CREATED:20240324T205951Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240418T180115Z
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SUMMARY:Faceless Dolls workshop series
DESCRIPTION:The Faceless Dolls campaign\, created by the Native Women’s Association of Canada\, was launched in March 2012 to raise awareness of missing and murdered Indigenous women and girls\, and of the impact this tragedy has on communities across Canada. The project builds on the work of Gloria Larocque’s ‘Aboriginal Angel Doll Project.’\n\nJoin Nelson Museum Social Justice Coordinator Lesley Garlow for free\, facilitated workshops to create your own faceless doll. You can attend one\, a few\, or all of the workshops\, and completed dolls will be on display in the Community Cabinets on the main floor of the Museum. This is a FREE program\, no registration is required\, and all materials will be supplied.
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/faceless-dolls-workshop-series-2/
LOCATION:Nelson Museum\, Archives & Gallery\, 502 Vernon Street\, Nelson\, V1L 4E7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Exhibition/Speakers,Kid Friendly,LGBTQIA2S+,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Nelson Museum%2C Archives &amp%3B Gallery":MAILTO:info@nelsonmuseum.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240413T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240413T150000
DTSTAMP:20260419T222945
CREATED:20240324T205951Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240413T174633Z
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SUMMARY:Faceless Dolls workshop series
DESCRIPTION:The Faceless Dolls campaign\, created by the Native Women’s Association of Canada\, was launched in March 2012 to raise awareness of missing and murdered Indigenous women and girls\, and of the impact this tragedy has on communities across Canada. The project builds on the work of Gloria Larocque’s ‘Aboriginal Angel Doll Project.’\n\nJoin Nelson Museum Social Justice Coordinator Lesley Garlow for free\, facilitated workshops to create your own faceless doll. You can attend one\, a few\, or all of the workshops\, and completed dolls will be on display in the Community Cabinets on the main floor of the Museum. This is a FREE program\, no registration is required\, and all materials will be supplied.
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/faceless-dolls-workshop-series-3/
LOCATION:Nelson Museum\, Archives & Gallery\, 502 Vernon Street\, Nelson\, V1L 4E7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Exhibition/Speakers,Kid Friendly,LGBTQIA2S+,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Nelson Museum%2C Archives &amp%3B Gallery":MAILTO:info@nelsonmuseum.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240413T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240413T143000
DTSTAMP:20260419T222945
CREATED:20240404T193821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240413T174611Z
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SUMMARY:Author Reading Series: Alicia Elliott + Brandi Bird
DESCRIPTION:Author Reading Series: April 2024\nSaturday\, April 13\, 2024\, at 1:00 PM PST (Zoom)\nAlicia Elliott + Brandi Bird\n+ introducing Morrigan Bonegardener\nFree! Register to attend (Zoom) \n  \nOxygen Art Centre is delighted to present the first event of 2024’s Author Reading Series featuring Alicia Elliott and Brandi Bird\, and emerging writer Morrigan Bonegardener at an online reading event on Saturday\, April 13\, 2024\, at 1:00 PM PST (Zoom).  \nTo attend\, please register in advance. This event is free\, everyone welcome! \nThe online event will feature readings by all three authors\, as well as a short question and answer period at the event. This program is generously supported by the Columbia Kootenay Cultural Alliance. \nLearn more about this event and upcoming events and workshops\, here.
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/author-reading-series-alicia-elliott-brandi-bird/
LOCATION:Oxygen Art Centre\, 320 Vernon St Unit-3\, Nelson\, British Columbia\, V1L 4E4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Exhibition/Speakers,LGBTQIA2S+,Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240404T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240404T193000
DTSTAMP:20260419T222945
CREATED:20240324T205952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T180331Z
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SUMMARY:Faceless Dolls workshop series
DESCRIPTION:The Faceless Dolls campaign\, created by the Native Women’s Association of Canada\, was launched in March 2012 to raise awareness of missing and murdered Indigenous women and girls\, and of the impact this tragedy has on communities across Canada. The project builds on the work of Gloria Larocque’s ‘Aboriginal Angel Doll Project.’\n\nJoin Nelson Museum Social Justice Coordinator Lesley Garlow for free\, facilitated workshops to create your own faceless doll. You can attend one\, a few\, or all of the workshops\, and completed dolls will be on display in the Community Cabinets on the main floor of the Museum. This is a FREE program\, no registration is required\, and all materials will be supplied.
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/faceless-dolls-workshop-series-4/
LOCATION:Nelson Museum\, Archives & Gallery\, 502 Vernon Street\, Nelson\, V1L 4E7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Exhibition/Speakers,Kid Friendly,LGBTQIA2S+,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Nelson Museum%2C Archives &amp%3B Gallery":MAILTO:info@nelsonmuseum.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240121T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240121T170000
DTSTAMP:20260419T222945
CREATED:20240103T044911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240121T173110Z
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SUMMARY:G Rated: A Musical Puppet Show
DESCRIPTION:CAPITOL FAMILY SERIES\nTickets $10 \nA 60 minute puppet show musical for kids aged 10-13 and their parents about puberty\, identity\, confidence\, LGBTQ2SIA and consent. The show gently introduces these themes in an approachable medium with relatable characters and catchy tunes!
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/g-rated-a-musical-puppet-show/
LOCATION:The Capitol Theatre\, 421 Victoria Street\, Nelson\, British Columbia\, V1L 5R2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Kid Friendly,LGBTQIA2S+,Live Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231207T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231207T233000
DTSTAMP:20260419T222945
CREATED:20231123T005600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231207T224616Z
UID:5569-1701979200-1701991800@www.wkartscouncil.com
SUMMARY:SETTING THE SCENE w/ SHIRAZE DEVILLE & ONEZIE PARADE
DESCRIPTION:Thurs Dec 7th 8pm at The Royal in Nelson\nExperience a fusion of talk and tunes on ‘Setting the Vibe’ Host Shiraz DeVille delves into the musical journey of Onezie Parade- discussing their fresh sound\, latest tracks and the band’s evolution.\nFREE
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/setting-the-scene-w-shiraze-deville-onezie-parade/
LOCATION:The Royal\, 330 Baker Street Nelson\, BC V1L 4H5\, Nelson\, British Columbia\, V1L 4H5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Calendar,French Events,LGBTQIA2S+,Live Performance
ORGANIZER;CN="The Royal":MAILTO:marc@theroyalnelson.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230909T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230909T223000
DTSTAMP:20260419T222945
CREATED:20230817T190131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230909T171620Z
UID:4464-1694287800-1694298600@www.wkartscouncil.com
SUMMARY:Queen City Burlesque Expo – The Grand Gala
DESCRIPTION:The Grand Gala\nAll tickets $35 \nPresented by\nDeja Louve & Queen City Burlesque Expo \nTheme of the Night: “If I Join the Circus!” \nEvery year\, we gather to celebrate our love of the vaudeville arts in a “grand” fashion with you. Every year\, be prepared for new faces and unique acts performed by veteran performers from near and far. We gather together to share joy\, to feel emboldened\, to be sensational. \nWith Special Guests from Edmonton\, Vancouver and Victoria\, between Nelson\, Georgia\, Seattle and all the way from Broadway…\nIt’s the 4th Annual Queen City Burlesque Expo Saturday Night\n⭐ The Grand Gala! ⭐ \nStarring\n? Arabella Boop | Vancouver\n? Audra Dacity | Edmonton\n? Big Daddy Pancakes & Violetta Rain | Nelson\n? Brandy Wine & Lula Bliss | Quesnel\n? Cherry Cheeks | Victoria\n? Coco Rose | Georgia\n? The Lady Luck Showgirls | Nelson\n? Misty Moss | Victoria\n? The Lady Drew Blood | Seattle\n? Vivian Brass | Nelson\n? Vivian Vanguard | Edmonton \nWith a Guest Appearance by\n? The Shameless | Nelson \nA Tribute by our Local Headliner\n? Mz. Iris Wilde | Nelson \nHeadliners\, Direct from Broadway\,\n? The Current Reigning Queen of Burlesque and\n? Winner of Best Debut as well as the 2022 Winners of Best Duet at ? The Burlesque Hall of Fame Weekender….. \n? Midnight Mayhem: SamsonNight and Margo Mayhem | Broadway NYC \nSpecial Guest Host\n? Rebecca Hmm Davis | Seattle \nhttps://queencityburlesque.ca/
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/queen-city-burlesque-expo-the-grand-gala/
LOCATION:The Capitol Theatre\, 421 Victoria Street\, Nelson\, British Columbia\, V1L 5R2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,LGBTQIA2S+,Live Performance,Markets/Festival
ORGANIZER;CN="Queen City Burlesque Expo":MAILTO:queencityexpo@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230908T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230908T223000
DTSTAMP:20260419T222945
CREATED:20230817T190134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230908T171755Z
UID:4463-1694203200-1694212200@www.wkartscouncil.com
SUMMARY:Queen City Burlesque Expo – Tease on Tap
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the 4th Annual Queen City Burlesque Expo!  \n**A Sensational Vaudeville Affair** \nTease on Tap: A way to let loose and enjoy seeing and meeting all of our special guests up close and personal. \nStarring special guests\, straight from Broadway NYC\, from Vancouver\, Victoria\, Edmonton\, and Seattle\, as well as a bevy of local performers including Nelson’s Sweetheart of Burlesque\, and this year’s local headliner: Mz. Iris Wilde. \nPeruse our Facebook Event Page for more information about each and every performer. \nAlso\, stay tuned for our suggested (but not mandatory!) theme for the night! \n#letsbesensational \nhttps://queencityburlesque.ca/
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/queen-city-burlesque-expo-tease-on-tap/
LOCATION:The Royal\, 330 Baker Street Nelson\, BC V1L 4H5\, Nelson\, British Columbia\, V1L 4H5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,LGBTQIA2S+,Live Performance,Markets/Festival
ORGANIZER;CN="Queen City Burlesque Expo":MAILTO:queencityexpo@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230902T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230902T233000
DTSTAMP:20260419T222945
CREATED:20230829T184916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230902T164621Z
UID:4572-1693681200-1693697400@www.wkartscouncil.com
SUMMARY:The Royal Art Throwdown – Pride Edition
DESCRIPTION:Hello beautiful people!!!\nI would like to invite you all to a fantastic event. This year we are running the first Nelson Pride edition in ‘The Royal Art Throwdown’ format.\nAs a stand alone event and in celebration of Pride week\, we are bringing together a selection of incredible artists from the lgbtq2s+ community for your viewing pleasure.\nArt is such a beautiful voice for culture and expression that we are super excited to see what our artists come up with on the night.\nThe format will be similar to those we have run before with 3-4 artists on stage in two ‘heats’ for one hour\, creating in their chosen format right in front of you.\nAs usual we will be selling raffle tickets to win the art pieces from the night with a portion of proceeds going to the Christopher Moore Community Fund in support of trans and gender diverse community members.\nThere will be no charge at the door but donations will also be graciously accepted. \nDid I mention that I shall also be providing some fun beats for you to vibe on while watching the artists do their thing? \nIn the theme of personal expression I would like to invite everyone to dress up on the night. No theme\, you just do you boo! \nOur fantastic Artists so far are:\nSylvie Le Sylvie\nEllisha Macoretta\nAnna Jauncey\nAmelia Rose aka Art Hermit\nMary Marinangeli aka Night Janitor\nMarcela Calderon Donefer \nI still have a couple of spaces available for lgbtq2s+ artists for the event if you feel like you would want to join in. \nI’m also looking for donations from community businesses or members for prizes for the artists as well as donations for the Christopher Moore fund. \nAs always get in early and get a seat as it will pack out!!! \nBig love to you all!!
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/the-royal-art-throwdown-pride-edition/
LOCATION:The Royal\, 330 Baker Street Nelson\, BC V1L 4H5\, Nelson\, British Columbia\, V1L 4H5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Calendar,LGBTQIA2S+
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230901T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230901T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T222945
CREATED:20230829T184933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230901T164623Z
UID:4569-1693598400-1693598400@www.wkartscouncil.com
SUMMARY:PRIDE CABARET 2023
DESCRIPTION:A drag and burlesque celebration featuring a myriad of performers with live music\, prizes and some other surprises!
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/pride-cabaret-2023/
LOCATION:The Royal\, 330 Baker Street Nelson\, BC V1L 4H5\, Nelson\, British Columbia\, V1L 4H5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Calendar,LGBTQIA2S+,Live Performance
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Royal":MAILTO:marc@theroyalnelson.com
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