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SUMMARY:Still Life painting workshop w/ Cath McIntosh
DESCRIPTION:Catherine McIntosh is your instructor for this 2-part still life painting workshop at the Nelson Museum\, Archives & Gallery. Bring your own objects to paint or use the items on hand. Learn tips and techniques for using light and shadow\, perspective\, and more.\n\nPre-registration is required and is $50+GST for non-members and $40+GST for Museum members\, all painting materials are provided. Space is limited so register early!
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/still-life-painting-workshop-w-cath-mcintosh-2/
LOCATION:Nelson Museum\, Archives & Gallery\, 502 Vernon Street\, Nelson\, V1L 4E7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Calendar,Community Events,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Nelson Museum%2C Archives &amp%3B Gallery":MAILTO:info@nelsonmuseum.ca
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SUMMARY:Beginner / Intermediate Wheel Throwing with Sarah Zanussi
DESCRIPTION:Join instructor Sarah Zanussi for 6 weeks of clay exploration. Sarah teaches a mix of hand building and wheel throwing techniques in her workshops\, so this is an excellent class for those who aren’t sure which style of making is their preference yet. Take this opportunity to begin\, or further develop\, your skills in the pottery studio. Participants will learn wedging\, centering\, pulling\, trimming\, making handles\, as well as some hand building techniques. \nWhen: Wednesdays\, 6:00pm-8:30pm \nDuration: 6 weeks (May 21 – June 25\, 2025) \nClass Fee: $270 for VISAC members (or $300 for non-members) \nSupply Fee: $20 for clay\, to be paid by cash or e-transfer on the first day of class. \nMinimum 4 students\, with a maximum of 5.\nYouth ages 16-18 are welcome to participate\, with parental consent. \nWhere: VISAC Gallery – Under the red gallery awning\n1501 Cedar Ave\, Trail\nLower Level of Selkirk Building \nAbout Sarah Zanussi of Pisces Pottery:\nCreating nature inspired\, whimsical collections of functional pottery from her home studio. To learn more\, check out her work on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pisces_pottery/ \nIf you have any questions\, please reach out to info@visacgallery.com
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/beginner-intermediate-wheel-throwing-with-sarah-zanussi-2/
LOCATION:VISAC Gallery\, 1501 Cedar Avenue\, Trail\, V1R 2J5
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="VISAC Gallery":MAILTO:Info@visacgallery.com
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SUMMARY:Still Life painting workshop w/ Cath McIntosh
DESCRIPTION:Catherine McIntosh is your instructor for this 2-part still life painting workshop at the Nelson Museum\, Archives & Gallery. Bring your own objects to paint or use the items on hand. Learn tips and techniques for using light and shadow\, perspective\, and more.\n\nPre-registration is required and is $50+GST for non-members and $40+GST for Museum members\, all painting materials are provided. Space is limited so register early!
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/still-life-painting-workshop-w-cath-mcintosh/
LOCATION:Nelson Museum\, Archives & Gallery\, 502 Vernon Street\, Nelson\, V1L 4E7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Calendar,Community Events,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Nelson Museum%2C Archives &amp%3B Gallery":MAILTO:info@nelsonmuseum.ca
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SUMMARY:Earth Daughters Festival
DESCRIPTION:A 4 day wellness gathering for Wild Hearted Women.\n100+ workshops to curate your own journey.\nProfessional music & performances each day.\nMarket Place featuring Vendors Village & Healers Grove\nCatered Meal & Food Vendors \n‘Where we are restoring our true brilliance\,\nattuning to our innate intelligence and\nforging a way forward for the generations to come\nthat resides within deep reverence toward life.’
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/earth-daughters-festival/
LOCATION:Golden\, BC
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Live Performance,Wellness,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Earth Daughters Collective":MAILTO:hello@earthdaughtersfestival.com
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250607T143000
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SUMMARY:Painted floor cloth workshop
DESCRIPTION:A two-part workshop teaches participants to create their own painted floorcloth: decorative mats for home and hearth. Instructor Lily Mayall’s own beautiful floorcloths embrace playful narratives\, but workshop-goers are free tell their own tales. All materials are provided; more information and registration at taghumhall.ca for this workshop—a Taghum Hall kitchen renovation benefit—which runs Saturday\, May 24 and Saturday\, June 7\, from 10am – 2:30pm.
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/painted-floor-cloth-workshop/
LOCATION:Taghum Hall\, 5915 Taghum Hall Rd\, Nelson\, V1L 6Y4
CATEGORIES:Art,Calendar,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Taghum Hall":MAILTO:taghumhall@shaw.ca
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SUMMARY:Molly Gray | Printmaking Demo
DESCRIPTION:Molly Gray | Printmaking Demo\nReduced Rate!\nJoin us for a printmaking demo with artist Molly Gray! Watch as she shares her process\, techniques\, & tips while creating original prints. \nSaturday\, June 7th\n4 pm – 6pm\nReduced Rate $5\nRVAC Printmaking Studio\, 320 Wilson st\nEntrance via the front door\nRegister here: https://revelstokeartgallery.ca/education/ \nAccessibility Note: Please note that this demo will take place in our downstairs studio\, which is currently not wheelchair accessible. We recognize this as a barrier and are happy to provide photos or video documentation of the event upon request.
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/molly-gray-printmaking-demo/
LOCATION:Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre\, 320 Wilson Street\, Revelstoke\, V0E 2S0
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250611T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250611T173000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T221821Z
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SUMMARY:POM POM DROP IN | FREE
DESCRIPTION:POM POM DROP IN | FREE\nHosted by Jenna Aldus \nDrop in & Get Crafty! Join us at the Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre for a fun\, free afternoon of pom pom making! We’re finishing up our Pom Pom wall and we need your help. Bring your friends\, kids\, or just your creative self — all ages welcome and no experience needed. Stay for five minutes or all afternoon. \nWednesday June 11th\n3:30pm – 5:30pm\nFREE!\nDrop in anytime\, no RSVP required\nSupplies provided\nKitchen Studio\, 320 Wilson st\nEntrance via the front door\nCome spin\, snip\, and fluff your way to some joyful\, fuzzy creations — it’s simple\, fun\, and totally free!
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/pom-pom-drop-in-free/
LOCATION:320 Wilson St.\, Revelstoke
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre":MAILTO:info@revelstokeartgallery.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250611T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250611T203000
DTSTAMP:20260602T203524
CREATED:20250313T193549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250331T231656Z
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SUMMARY:Beginner / Intermediate Wheel Throwing with Sarah Zanussi
DESCRIPTION:Join instructor Sarah Zanussi for 6 weeks of clay exploration. Sarah teaches a mix of hand building and wheel throwing techniques in her workshops\, so this is an excellent class for those who aren’t sure which style of making is their preference yet. Take this opportunity to begin\, or further develop\, your skills in the pottery studio. Participants will learn wedging\, centering\, pulling\, trimming\, making handles\, as well as some hand building techniques. \nWhen: Wednesdays\, 6:00pm-8:30pm \nDuration: 6 weeks (May 21 – June 25\, 2025) \nClass Fee: $270 for VISAC members (or $300 for non-members) \nSupply Fee: $20 for clay\, to be paid by cash or e-transfer on the first day of class. \nMinimum 4 students\, with a maximum of 5.\nYouth ages 16-18 are welcome to participate\, with parental consent. \nWhere: VISAC Gallery – Under the red gallery awning\n1501 Cedar Ave\, Trail\nLower Level of Selkirk Building \nAbout Sarah Zanussi of Pisces Pottery:\nCreating nature inspired\, whimsical collections of functional pottery from her home studio. To learn more\, check out her work on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pisces_pottery/ \nIf you have any questions\, please reach out to info@visacgallery.com
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/beginner-intermediate-wheel-throwing-with-sarah-zanussi-3/
LOCATION:VISAC Gallery\, 1501 Cedar Avenue\, Trail\, V1R 2J5
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="VISAC Gallery":MAILTO:Info@visacgallery.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250615T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250615T130000
DTSTAMP:20260602T203524
CREATED:20250531T012243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250531T012243Z
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SUMMARY:SUMI Workshop at Nikkei Internment Memorial Centre - with Tsuneko Kokubo (aka Koko)
DESCRIPTION:The Slocan Lake Arts Council is bringing the Nikkei Art Excursions back this year!\nThis inspiring series offers a mix of artforms taught by talented artists from our area\, share our local Japanese history\, and take place at three beautiful (outdoor) Japanese Historic Sites in New Denver.\nThis SUMI workshop starts with a tour through the NIMC\, after which Japanese Canadian artist Tsuneko Kokubo guides you in an exploration of SUMI (ink) drawing\, using brush and pen.\nSpaces are limited so please register today to secure your spot.
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/sumi-workshop-at-nikkei-internment-memorial-centre-with-tsuneko-kokubo-aka-koko-2/
LOCATION:Nikkei Internment Memorial Centre\, 306 Josephine St\, New Denver\, BC\, V0G 1S0
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Slocan Lake Arts Council":MAILTO:slocanlakeartscouncil@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250618T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250618T203000
DTSTAMP:20260602T203524
CREATED:20250321T032206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250331T231658Z
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SUMMARY:Beginner / Intermediate Wheel Throwing with Sarah Zanussi
DESCRIPTION:Join instructor Sarah Zanussi for 6 weeks of clay exploration. Sarah teaches a mix of hand building and wheel throwing techniques in her workshops\, so this is an excellent class for those who aren’t sure which style of making is their preference yet. Take this opportunity to begin\, or further develop\, your skills in the pottery studio. Participants will learn wedging\, centering\, pulling\, trimming\, making handles\, as well as some hand building techniques. \nWhen: Wednesdays\, 6:00pm-8:30pm \nDuration: 6 weeks (May 21 – June 25\, 2025) \nClass Fee: $270 for VISAC members (or $300 for non-members) \nSupply Fee: $20 for clay\, to be paid by cash or e-transfer on the first day of class. \nMinimum 4 students\, with a maximum of 5.\nYouth ages 16-18 are welcome to participate\, with parental consent. \nWhere: VISAC Gallery – Under the red gallery awning\n1501 Cedar Ave\, Trail\nLower Level of Selkirk Building \nAbout Sarah Zanussi of Pisces Pottery:\nCreating nature inspired\, whimsical collections of functional pottery from her home studio. To learn more\, check out her work on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pisces_pottery/ \nIf you have any questions\, please reach out to info@visacgallery.com
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/beginner-intermediate-wheel-throwing-with-sarah-zanussi-4/
LOCATION:VISAC Gallery\, 1501 Cedar Avenue\, Trail\, V1R 2J5
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="VISAC Gallery":MAILTO:Info@visacgallery.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250620T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250620T210000
DTSTAMP:20260602T203524
CREATED:20250612T000447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250620T224715Z
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SUMMARY:Harmony Festival
DESCRIPTION:3rd Annual HARMONY Festival \nMusic\, dance and play!\nBy donation $0-$50Pay-what-you-can or Pay-it-ForwardCash\, scan or e-transfer treehuggersocietybc@outlook.com\nA non-profit community event.Family Friendly and no alcohol served.\nLocal artists and free workshops:\n\nFriday June 20th3:00 Open micCONTACT IMPROV WORKSHOP5:00 Mountain Weather Band7:00 Month of Sundays Dance * DJ Wax Headroom\n\nSaturday\, June 21st10:00 SONG WRITING & SAND SCULPTING WORKSHOPS12:00 Kiara Astara Prayers12:50 Mandi Sparrow & Jupiter Skye Dance1:00 Judy Brown & Sam Hurrie2:00 thisissami::rawHOOP DANCE WORKSHOP3:00 Melvyn4:00 Keith RathieBATIK WORKSHOP5:00 Rosa Good6:30 I Herd Cats Collective & Dance Cypher8:30 TruckVanCarPyro Pixie Fire Dance11:00 Solstice Lakeside Jam\n\nSunday\, June 22nd11:00 INNER SOUL SOUNDS WORKSHOP12:00 Kera Willis1:00 Jasmine Wiley Wu with Belisse Binah Bellydance2:00 Barnharmonics3:00 Puppets Got Talent & Spin The Wheel4:00 Soul PotionMIX AND MATCH PUPPET MAKING WORKSHOP5:00 DJ Adham Shaikh\n\nSATURDAY WATER GAMESSUNDAY FIREFIGHTER GAMEsVOLLEYBALLBOUNCY CASTLEKID’S CRAFT ZONEFACEPAINTINGBINGORAFFLE AND 50/50 DRAWSROSE WOMB SANCTUARY TENT\n\nFOOD & ARTISAN VENDORS:FoodhiniTalishack KitchensCheez 2 PleezJaganath ExpressRawsaReverie Bakerie\nBring games to share!\nIf you have an idea for a last minute workshop\, let us know!\nWe are looking for volunteers to make this community event a success:Fundraising and promotionSet up\, tear down and clean upGarbage and RecyclingVolunteer CoordinatorSecurityRaffle prize and merchandize tableBINGO callerCollecting donations at the gate\nShow up\, PM or email treehuggersocietybc@outlook.com to let us know you want to help.\nHARMONY is hosted by non-profit Treehugger Retreats and Events Society and produced by Live Harmonics Sound Science.\nOur intention is to support local artists\, small businesses and organizations\, to create a space to bridge connections between old and new residents of the Slocan Valley and to bring increased tourism to the Village of Slocan. We also give back to the community by hiring local artists and tradespersons\, donating extra revenue to local non-profits\, and loaning equipment for free for other non-profit community events throughout the year.\n\nThank you to our sponsors and supporters!Village of SlocanSlocan Valley Legacy FundReDI Grant\, Village of Slocan and Area HRDCK Community Development GrantColumbia Basin TrustKootenay InsuranceTrowelex Rentals & SalesKootenay Savings Credit UnionKootenay Co-OpSlocan Village MarketNelson & District Credit UnionTransformation Development\n\nOrganizers acknowledge that we will gather on snʕickstx tmxʷúlaʔxʷ (Sinixt territory) and give gratitude to this land and its waters. We wish to continue to build connections\, with ourselves\, with each other and with Mother Earth.
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/harmony-festival-3/
LOCATION:Slocan Beach\, Village of Slocan\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Food/Beverage,Kid Friendly,Live Performance,Markets/Festival,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Treehugger Retreats and Events Society":MAILTO:TREEHUGGERSOCIETYBC@OUTLOOK.COM
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250621T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250621T233000
DTSTAMP:20260602T203524
CREATED:20250612T000120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250621T230314Z
UID:16773-1750500000-1750548600@www.wkartscouncil.com
SUMMARY:Harmony Festival
DESCRIPTION:3rd Annual HARMONY Festival \nMusic\, dance and play!\nBy donation $0-$50Pay-what-you-can or Pay-it-ForwardCash\, scan or e-transfer treehuggersocietybc@outlook.com\nA non-profit community event.Family Friendly and no alcohol served.\nLocal artists and free workshops:\n\nFriday June 20th3:00 Open micCONTACT IMPROV WORKSHOP5:00 Mountain Weather Band7:00 Month of Sundays Dance * DJ Wax Headroom\n\nSaturday\, June 21st10:00 SONG WRITING & SAND SCULPTING WORKSHOPS12:00 Kiara Astara Prayers12:50 Mandi Sparrow & Jupiter Skye Dance1:00 Judy Brown & Sam Hurrie2:00 thisissami::rawHOOP DANCE WORKSHOP3:00 Melvyn4:00 Keith RathieBATIK WORKSHOP5:00 Rosa Good6:30 I Herd Cats Collective & Dance Cypher8:30 TruckVanCarPyro Pixie Fire Dance11:00 Solstice Lakeside Jam\n\nSunday\, June 22nd11:00 INNER SOUL SOUNDS WORKSHOP12:00 Kera Willis1:00 Jasmine Wiley Wu with Belisse Binah Bellydance2:00 Barnharmonics3:00 Puppets Got Talent & Spin The Wheel4:00 Soul PotionMIX AND MATCH PUPPET MAKING WORKSHOP5:00 DJ Adham Shaikh\n\nSATURDAY WATER GAMESSUNDAY FIREFIGHTER GAMEsVOLLEYBALLBOUNCY CASTLEKID’S CRAFT ZONEFACEPAINTINGBINGORAFFLE AND 50/50 DRAWSROSE WOMB SANCTUARY TENT\n\nFOOD & ARTISAN VENDORS:FoodhiniTalishack KitchensCheez 2 PleezJaganath ExpressRawsaReverie Bakerie\nBring games to share!\nIf you have an idea for a last minute workshop\, let us know!\nWe are looking for volunteers to make this community event a success:Fundraising and promotionSet up\, tear down and clean upGarbage and RecyclingVolunteer CoordinatorSecurityRaffle prize and merchandize tableBINGO callerCollecting donations at the gate\nShow up\, PM or email treehuggersocietybc@outlook.com to let us know you want to help.\nHARMONY is hosted by non-profit Treehugger Retreats and Events Society and produced by Live Harmonics Sound Science.\nOur intention is to support local artists\, small businesses and organizations\, to create a space to bridge connections between old and new residents of the Slocan Valley and to bring increased tourism to the Village of Slocan. We also give back to the community by hiring local artists and tradespersons\, donating extra revenue to local non-profits\, and loaning equipment for free for other non-profit community events throughout the year.\n\nThank you to our sponsors and supporters!Village of SlocanSlocan Valley Legacy FundReDI Grant\, Village of Slocan and Area HRDCK Community Development GrantColumbia Basin TrustKootenay InsuranceTrowelex Rentals & SalesKootenay Savings Credit UnionKootenay Co-OpSlocan Village MarketNelson & District Credit UnionTransformation Development\n\nOrganizers acknowledge that we will gather on snʕickstx tmxʷúlaʔxʷ (Sinixt territory) and give gratitude to this land and its waters. We wish to continue to build connections\, with ourselves\, with each other and with Mother Earth.
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/harmony-festival-2/
LOCATION:Slocan Beach\, Village of Slocan\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Food/Beverage,Kid Friendly,Live Performance,Markets/Festival,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Treehugger Retreats and Events Society":MAILTO:TREEHUGGERSOCIETYBC@OUTLOOK.COM
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250621T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250621T163000
DTSTAMP:20260602T203524
CREATED:20250401T180917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T180917Z
UID:13671-1750518000-1750523400@www.wkartscouncil.com
SUMMARY:Ikebana in New Denver Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Date and Time: \nSaturday\, June 21\, 2025 from 3:00-4:30 pm \n$20 (pre-registration as space is limited) includes all materials. Take your Ikebana home to enjoy (in a beautiful containter specially hand crafted for this event!). \nAbout Ikebana in New Denver Event \nOn Saturday June 21st\, 2025 the community is invited to attend a special one day Ikebana exhibition (free admission\, no pre-registration required)that will include several Ikebana arrangements on display to be viewed throughout the event and a special heirloom display featuring stories and objects from the Japanese Canadian members of our team. \nAt 1:00 PM the Ikebana demonstration by Hollis Ho Sensei will begin and all are welcome to come and watch. \nAt 3:00 PM an Ikebana workshop will take place\, offering attendees hands-on experience as they create their take-home Ikebana arrangement in a beautiful container specially crafted just for this event. Tickets for the workshop are $20 and must be pre-purchased here on Eventbrite as there is limited space. \nIf you have any questions please email at ikebananewdenver@gmail.com. \nAbout Ikebana: \nIkebana\, the art of Japanese flower arranging\, is a way to inspire you to focus on the natural beauty of your surroundings. This fun workshop will share the basic philosophical concepts of this traditional art and teach you the basic techniques to create your own Ikebana that you may take home with you at the end of the session. All supplies are provided. No equipment or previous experience is necessary. \nThere are many schools of Ikebana in Japan\, and different rules do apply to the teachings of each school. Nevertheless\, the basic principles of the art are carefully preserved\, and common among all the schools. This workshop is being presented by the Sogetsu School of Ikebana which was founded by Sofu Teshigahara in Tokyo\, 1927. The Sogetsu school is one of the largest and most modern with its approach to technique\, variety of materials\, design\, and outlook.
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/ikebana-in-new-denver-workshop/
LOCATION:Bosun Hall\, 710 Bellevue Street\, New Denver\, BC\, V0G1S0
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Workshops
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UID:16774-1750590000-1750618800@www.wkartscouncil.com
SUMMARY:Harmony Festival
DESCRIPTION:3rd Annual HARMONY Festival \nMusic\, dance and play!\nBy donation $0-$50Pay-what-you-can or Pay-it-ForwardCash\, scan or e-transfer treehuggersocietybc@outlook.com\nA non-profit community event.Family Friendly and no alcohol served.\nLocal artists and free workshops:\n\nFriday June 20th3:00 Open micCONTACT IMPROV WORKSHOP5:00 Mountain Weather Band7:00 Month of Sundays Dance * DJ Wax Headroom\n\nSaturday\, June 21st10:00 SONG WRITING & SAND SCULPTING WORKSHOPS12:00 Kiara Astara Prayers12:50 Mandi Sparrow & Jupiter Skye Dance1:00 Judy Brown & Sam Hurrie2:00 thisissami::rawHOOP DANCE WORKSHOP3:00 Melvyn4:00 Keith RathieBATIK WORKSHOP5:00 Rosa Good6:30 I Herd Cats Collective & Dance Cypher8:30 TruckVanCarPyro Pixie Fire Dance11:00 Solstice Lakeside Jam\n\nSunday\, June 22nd11:00 INNER SOUL SOUNDS WORKSHOP12:00 Kera Willis1:00 Jasmine Wiley Wu with Belisse Binah Bellydance2:00 Barnharmonics3:00 Puppets Got Talent & Spin The Wheel4:00 Soul PotionMIX AND MATCH PUPPET MAKING WORKSHOP5:00 DJ Adham Shaikh\n\nSATURDAY WATER GAMESSUNDAY FIREFIGHTER GAMEsVOLLEYBALLBOUNCY CASTLEKID’S CRAFT ZONEFACEPAINTINGBINGORAFFLE AND 50/50 DRAWSROSE WOMB SANCTUARY TENT\n\nFOOD & ARTISAN VENDORS:FoodhiniTalishack KitchensCheez 2 PleezJaganath ExpressRawsaReverie Bakerie\nBring games to share!\nIf you have an idea for a last minute workshop\, let us know!\nWe are looking for volunteers to make this community event a success:Fundraising and promotionSet up\, tear down and clean upGarbage and RecyclingVolunteer CoordinatorSecurityRaffle prize and merchandize tableBINGO callerCollecting donations at the gate\nShow up\, PM or email treehuggersocietybc@outlook.com to let us know you want to help.\nHARMONY is hosted by non-profit Treehugger Retreats and Events Society and produced by Live Harmonics Sound Science.\nOur intention is to support local artists\, small businesses and organizations\, to create a space to bridge connections between old and new residents of the Slocan Valley and to bring increased tourism to the Village of Slocan. We also give back to the community by hiring local artists and tradespersons\, donating extra revenue to local non-profits\, and loaning equipment for free for other non-profit community events throughout the year.\n\nThank you to our sponsors and supporters!Village of SlocanSlocan Valley Legacy FundReDI Grant\, Village of Slocan and Area HRDCK Community Development GrantColumbia Basin TrustKootenay InsuranceTrowelex Rentals & SalesKootenay Savings Credit UnionKootenay Co-OpSlocan Village MarketNelson & District Credit UnionTransformation Development\n\nOrganizers acknowledge that we will gather on snʕickstx tmxʷúlaʔxʷ (Sinixt territory) and give gratitude to this land and its waters. We wish to continue to build connections\, with ourselves\, with each other and with Mother Earth.
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/harmony-festival/
LOCATION:Slocan Beach\, Village of Slocan\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Food/Beverage,Kid Friendly,Live Performance,Markets/Festival,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Treehugger Retreats and Events Society":MAILTO:TREEHUGGERSOCIETYBC@OUTLOOK.COM
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250625T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250625T203000
DTSTAMP:20260602T203524
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UID:13483-1750874400-1750883400@www.wkartscouncil.com
SUMMARY:Beginner / Intermediate Wheel Throwing with Sarah Zanussi
DESCRIPTION:Join instructor Sarah Zanussi for 6 weeks of clay exploration. Sarah teaches a mix of hand building and wheel throwing techniques in her workshops\, so this is an excellent class for those who aren’t sure which style of making is their preference yet. Take this opportunity to begin\, or further develop\, your skills in the pottery studio. Participants will learn wedging\, centering\, pulling\, trimming\, making handles\, as well as some hand building techniques. \nWhen: Wednesdays\, 6:00pm-8:30pm \nDuration: 6 weeks (May 21 – June 25\, 2025) \nClass Fee: $270 for VISAC members (or $300 for non-members) \nSupply Fee: $20 for clay\, to be paid by cash or e-transfer on the first day of class. \nMinimum 4 students\, with a maximum of 5.\nYouth ages 16-18 are welcome to participate\, with parental consent. \nWhere: VISAC Gallery – Under the red gallery awning\n1501 Cedar Ave\, Trail\nLower Level of Selkirk Building \nAbout Sarah Zanussi of Pisces Pottery:\nCreating nature inspired\, whimsical collections of functional pottery from her home studio. To learn more\, check out her work on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pisces_pottery/ \nIf you have any questions\, please reach out to info@visacgallery.com
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/beginner-intermediate-wheel-throwing-with-sarah-zanussi-5/
LOCATION:VISAC Gallery\, 1501 Cedar Avenue\, Trail\, V1R 2J5
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="VISAC Gallery":MAILTO:Info@visacgallery.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250626T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250626T230000
DTSTAMP:20260602T203524
CREATED:20250531T013939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250626T234714Z
UID:16016-1750964400-1750978800@www.wkartscouncil.com
SUMMARY:TROPICAL GETDOWN
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an electrifying night where rhythm\, movement\, and community come alive with Latin and Caribbean flair! \nWe’ll kick things off with a 30-minute Dancehall/Reggaeton intro class — perfect for all levels — where you’ll learn signature moves and feel the pulse of the islands and the streets. It’s the perfect warm-up to set the vibe for the night.\nThen get ready as DJ Dubconscious and DJ F4therhood take over the decks\, blending Latin and Caribbean beats that will keep you dancing non-stop. From tropical rhythms to spicy transitions\, it’s going to be a night of pure fuego and irresistible energy on the dance floor!\nAs the night builds\, brace yourself for a smoking hot performance by the fierce Tapatia Collective Ladies Team an exclusive presentation of the choreography they’ll be taking to Mexico City. This is your chance to witness the piece before it hits the international stage\, and rally behind these powerful performers as they represent with style\, strength\, and pure dancehall fire.\n Come for the class. Stay for the vibes. Celebrate the culture. Support the movement. 
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/tropical-getdown/
LOCATION:The Royal\, 330 Baker Street Nelson\, BC V1L 4H5\, Nelson\, British Columbia\, V1L 4H5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Food/Beverage,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tapatia Collective":MAILTO:Info@tapatiacollective.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250627T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250627T223000
DTSTAMP:20260602T203524
CREATED:20250618T170202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250627T233214Z
UID:17003-1751052600-1751063400@www.wkartscouncil.com
SUMMARY:Kootenay Burlesque Festival
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to be dazzled\, delighted\, and downright enchanted as the 6th Annual Kootenay Burlesque Festival returns to Nelson on June 27 and 28 at the iconic Capitol Theatre. Presented by local producer and performer Vesper Valentine\, this premier weekend event offers two distinct showcase nights celebrating the sensuality\, artistry\, and spectacle of burlesque and variety performance. \nFriday\, June 27 – The Dirty & Nerdy Show\nStep into a seductive realm where intellect meets irresistible allure. This cheeky\, geeky night features acts that blend pop culture\, fantasy\, and risqué brilliance in a celebration of all things naughty and nerdy. \nSaturday\, June 28 – The Sparkle & Sass Soirée\nAn opulent evening of glitz\, glam\, and grandeur\, this showcase brings together burlesque royalty and world-class variety performers. Expect feathers\, rhinestones\, sass\, and spectacle \n\nWith Headliners:Qween Qwan – the #1 most influential burlesque performer in the world and winner of Most Dazzling from the Burlesque Hall of FameEros Sea  from New OreleansRaphael De La Getto from Colorado\nDaft Hunk from Nelson\, BC\n\nFeature Performers:Maverick from VancouverPoseidon Davenport from New Orleans \n\n\nSpecial Invited GuestLady Sapphire Noir \n\n\nMore than 40 additional performers from across North America will round out the festival with a mix of burlesque\, aerials\, circus\, drag\, and vaudeville variety across two themed nights. The weekend also features educational workshops led by professional touring artists. Open to all levels\, workshops will be held on Saturday\, June 28 from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Intuit Movement Studio. \nTickets and Pricing\nAdvance tickets are $33 per night\, or $38 at the door.\nAttend both nights for only $25 per show with a weekend pass.\nTickets are available online or in person at the Capitol Theatre.For full festival details and workshop registration\, visit: www.kootenayburlesquefestival.com
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/kootenay-burlesque-festival-5/
LOCATION:The Capitol Theatre\, 421 Victoria Street\, Nelson\, British Columbia\, V1L 5R2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Live Performance,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Vesper Valentine":MAILTO:vespervalentinexo@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250628T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250628T223000
DTSTAMP:20260602T203524
CREATED:20250618T170155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250629T001715Z
UID:17005-1751139000-1751149800@www.wkartscouncil.com
SUMMARY:Kootenay Burlesque Festival
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to be dazzled\, delighted\, and downright enchanted as the 6th Annual Kootenay Burlesque Festival returns to Nelson on June 27 and 28 at the iconic Capitol Theatre. Presented by local producer and performer Vesper Valentine\, this premier weekend event offers two distinct showcase nights celebrating the sensuality\, artistry\, and spectacle of burlesque and variety performance. \nFriday\, June 27 – The Dirty & Nerdy Show\nStep into a seductive realm where intellect meets irresistible allure. This cheeky\, geeky night features acts that blend pop culture\, fantasy\, and risqué brilliance in a celebration of all things naughty and nerdy. \nSaturday\, June 28 – The Sparkle & Sass Soirée\nAn opulent evening of glitz\, glam\, and grandeur\, this showcase brings together burlesque royalty and world-class variety performers. Expect feathers\, rhinestones\, sass\, and spectacle \n\nWith Headliners:Qween Qwan – the #1 most influential burlesque performer in the world and winner of Most Dazzling from the Burlesque Hall of FameEros Sea  from New OreleansRaphael De La Getto from Colorado\nDaft Hunk from Nelson\, BC\n\nFeature Performers:Maverick from VancouverPoseidon Davenport from New Orleans \n\n\nSpecial Invited GuestLady Sapphire Noir \n\n\nMore than 40 additional performers from across North America will round out the festival with a mix of burlesque\, aerials\, circus\, drag\, and vaudeville variety across two themed nights. The weekend also features educational workshops led by professional touring artists. Open to all levels\, workshops will be held on Saturday\, June 28 from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Intuit Movement Studio. \nTickets and Pricing\nAdvance tickets are $33 per night\, or $38 at the door.\nAttend both nights for only $25 per show with a weekend pass.\nTickets are available online or in person at the Capitol Theatre.For full festival details and workshop registration\, visit: www.kootenayburlesquefestival.com
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/kootenay-burlesque-festival-4/
LOCATION:The Capitol Theatre\, 421 Victoria Street\, Nelson\, British Columbia\, V1L 5R2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Live Performance,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Vesper Valentine":MAILTO:vespervalentinexo@gmail.com
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