West Kootenay Regional Arts Council

Nelson - Fresh Starts: Hand Mending Workshop
2026-04-17 18:30 - 20:30 (America/Vancouver) | Nelson Public Library, 602 Stanley St, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 1N4, Canada
Join the Nelson Public Library and West Kootenay Fibreshed for a hand mending workshop to learn how to fix worn or ripped clothing.
WK Fibreshed members will be on hand to guide the session and encourage peer-to-peer learning.
Materials provided for simple mending projects.
All welcome and no registration necessary!

Salmo - Your Story, Your Stage Performance Workshops Day 1
2026-04-18 11:00 - 17:00 (America/Vancouver) | Salmo Art Church, 304 Main St., Salmo, V0G1Z0
Improv, hosting, drag, dance, poetry, feedback (bring something to share and we’ll help you shine). A weekend to learn from performance pros. A stage to try something new (or just to have fun doing what you love). Suggested ages 15+
The Sunday showcase is optional but encouraged. It’s an open mic with a supportive audience. Priority stage spots go to workshop participants

PWYC or free!
Suggested donations are:
$10 per workshop
$20 for the full two days of workshops
*REGISTER HERE*
All workshops and the showcase take place at the Salmo Art Church EXCEPT for the dance workshop with Fabiola Gascon, which will be held in the SVYCC multipurpose room.
Dates and times:
Saturday, April 18th
11 – 1 – THE CONFIDENCE TO FAIL – INTRO TO IMPROV W MICHELLE HART
1:30 – 3:30 – OWN THE MIC: HOSTING WITH DRAG, COMEDY, AND CONFIDENCE W ELLA L’AMOUREUX
4 – NO LIMITS: MAKE A DIY SHOW AT ANY LEVEL W KARMELLE AKA ALGORERHYTHM

Sunday, April 19th
11 – 1 – FUSION FLOW: LATIN & CONTEMPORARY DANCE W FABIOLA GASCON OF TAPATIA COLLECTIVE *this workshop only — takes place in the Salmo Valley Youth and Community Centre’s multipurpose room*
1:30 – FROM PAGE TO STAGE: THE ART OF SPOKEN WORD WITH KAI HARWOOD
3 – PRE-SHOWCASE FEEDBACK W KARMELLE AKA ALGORERHYTHM
6:30 – SHOWCASE HOSTED BY CHERYL COOK

A Super Normal Productions project
Generously supported by the CKCA.

Salmo – Your Story, Your Stage Performance Workshops Day 2
2026-04-19 11:00 - 20:30 (America/Vancouver) | Salmo Art Church, 304 Main St., Salmo, V0G1Z0
Improv, hosting, drag, dance, poetry, feedback (bring something to share and we’ll help you shine). A weekend to learn from performance pros. A stage to try something new (or just to have fun doing what you love). Suggested ages 15+
The Sunday showcase is optional but encouraged. It’s an open mic with a supportive audience. Priority stage spots go to workshop participants
PWYC or free!
Suggested donations are:
$10 per workshop
$20 for the full two days of workshops
*REGISTER HERE*
All workshops and the showcase take place at the Salmo Art Church EXCEPT for the dance workshop with Fabiola Gascon, which will be held in the SVYCC multipurpose room.
Dates and times:
Saturday, April 18th
11 – 1 – THE CONFIDENCE TO FAIL – INTRO TO IMPROV W MICHELLE HART
1:30 – 3:30 – OWN THE MIC: HOSTING WITH DRAG, COMEDY, AND CONFIDENCE W ELLA L’AMOUREUX
4 – NO LIMITS: MAKE A DIY SHOW AT ANY LEVEL W KARMELLE AKA ALGORERHYTHM

Sunday, April 19th
11 – 1 – FUSION FLOW: LATIN & CONTEMPORARY DANCE W FABIOLA GASCON OF TAPATIA COLLECTIVE *this workshop only — takes place in the Salmo Valley Youth and Community Centre’s multipurpose room*
1:30 – FROM PAGE TO STAGE: THE ART OF SPOKEN WORD WITH KAI HARWOOD
3 – PRE-SHOWCASE FEEDBACK W KARMELLE AKA ALGORERHYTHM
6:30/7 – SHOWCASE HOSTED BY CHERYL COOK

A Super Normal Productions project
Generously supported by the CKCA.

Nelson - Weekly Tango Mini Lesson & Practice
2026-04-22 19:30 - 21:30 (America/Vancouver) | Christie Lee’s Hall, 807-703 Radio Ave, Nelson, BC, V1L3L3, Canada
Want to learn and practice dancing Argentine Tango?

We host a weekly Class and Practice at Christie Lees Hall in Fairview.

The guided portion from 7:30-8:30 has a different topic each week (check our Facebook page for host and topic announcements). We have an open practice after the lesson until 9:30 pm.

Dancers of all levels are welcome! Material is beginner-friendly.

Tango is an improvised partner dance originating in Argentina and Uruguay; you don’t need a partner to attend tango practices or events and it can be danced by anyone and everyone.

Please bring your dancing shoes and a water bottle.

10$ donation

Where to find us: Christies Lees Hall is on Radio Ave., in lower Fairview. You can access Radio from 4th or 7th Streets. The Hall’s part of the Kiwanis Villa complex. On Radio Ave. look for “701” on the deck post near the sidewalk leading to the front doors. Also, look for the sandwich board near the sidewalk.

Google map link: https://goo.gl/maps/zFraPXNpJ6aBBJtv6
Maps will tell you that it’s “temporarily closed” but don’t believe it!

Invermere - FAVOURITE PLACES "Paint With Me"
2026-04-23 13:30 - 2026-08-16 16:00 (America/Vancouver) | The ArtHus, 4951 Timberview Place, Invermere, British Columbia, Canada
How would like to paint a scene from one of your favorite artists?
Van Gogh, Group Of Seven, Min Ma, Bobbie Burgers, Cameron Bird …
You can … if you paint with me! Ages 6-96
– LOCATION: The ArtHus – 4951 Timberview Place, Invermere, B.C.
– Paint Sessions are appr. 2 hours in length – varies with age
– All materials are supplied, including an 11”x14” canvas
– 1 student = $100 2 students = $85 3 students = $75
– Private repeat sessions = $85 each
CONTACT – nancy@eton-west.com
www.favoriteplacesbynancysorensen.com
780-995-3458

Rossland - Drawn to Mushrooms: Illustrations w/ Rebecca Fux
2026-04-23 15:30 - 17:30 (America/Vancouver) | Rossland Museum & Discovery Centre, 1100 Hwy 3B | Junction of Hwys 3B & 22, Rossland, BC, V0G 1Y0, Canada
Back by popular demand, Rebecca Fux is leading another art workshop you won’t want to miss! Taking inspiration from our temporary exhibit BC’s Marvellous Mushrooms, Rebecca will lead a guided instruction on scientific illustrations! Her primary goal remains encouraging creative expression and fun. All skill levels are welcome and supplies (and refreshments!) will be provided.
When: Thursday, April 23rd, 2026. 3:30 – 5:30 pm
Where: Rossland Museum & Discovery Centre
Cost: $30 or $25 for Members
All materials will be provided. Drawing can be messy — please wear appropriate clothes!
Space is limited, so pre-registration is required. More info: rosslandmuseum.ca/news/2026/scientific-illustrations
This program is available to participants 16+, but if you don’t quite make the age requirement and you feel like this is the workshop for you, please reach out to programs@rosslandmuseum.ca to discuss some options!

Rossland - Speaker Aerin Bowers: Swimming the English Channel
2026-04-23 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Vancouver) | Rossland Museum & Discovery Centre, 1100 Hwy 3B | Junction of Hwys 3B & 22, Rossland, BC, V0G 1Y0, Canada
At 2:30 am on June 29th, 2025, Rosslander Aerin Bowers set out to swim the English Channel. Sixteen hours and 33 minutes later, she walked onto a beach in France. The marathon feat was a culmination of a dream — and years of training. Come out to the Museum at 6 pm on Thursday, April 23rd, to hear the whole story, from training and logistical challenges to battling tides and encounters with jellyfish!
Entry by Donation. Treats/refreshments provided.
More info/RSVP at rosslandmuseum.ca/news/2026/april-speaker

Nelson - HEATED RIVALRY DANCE PARTY FUNDRAISER
2026-04-23 20:00 - 23:30 (America/Vancouver) | The Royal, 330 Baker Street Nelson, BC V1L 4H5, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 4H5, Canada
Fundraiser for Everest Legacy Fund Supporting LGBT Kids in Sports
Hosted and drag performance by the Backstreet Butches

Boswell - Dancing on Mountains: Women of the Kootenays
2026-04-24 16:00 - 17:30 (America/Vancouver) | The Heart: Boswell Historical Society, 12676 Hwy 3A, Nelson, British Columbia, V0B1A4, Canada
Dancing on Mountains: Women of the Kootenays
edited by Luanne Armstrong
A new collection of stories that is a celebration of the brilliant, radical essence of the women of the Kootenays is just out from Caitlin Press. The book was compiled and edited by award winning editor and author, Luanne Armstrong. Dancing on Mountains is a collection of inspiring and eclectic stories written by women from across geography and time, each of whom has been drawn to take root in the mystic, beautiful Kootenays. In their own words, these women—teachers, artists, musicians, writers, entrepreneurs and environmentalists—share stories that embody the spirit of the Kootenays. From fleeing the US draft alongside the men of the sixties and pushing against traditional gender roles and sexism, to reclaiming Indigenous identities, calling out environmental threats and fighting for our climate today, these stories span the spectrum of human experience.
Nestled among pristine lakes, powerful rivers and awe-inducing mountain ranges, the Kootenay region of British Columbia has always drawn a distinctly adventurous crowd. The dramatic and somewhat isolated landscape has long been a fertile ground for artists, musicians, back-to- the-landers, hippies, environmentalists, free thinkers, and those seeking to escape the confines of big cities to the east and west and the political dynamics to the south. Others have called the area home for millennia—the Sinixt Nation, which spans the interior plateau of BC and extends beyond the areas now known as the Kootenay region, and the Ktunaxa Nation, which have long resided on the lands and waters of the Kootenay and Columbia Rivers and beyond the confines of our colonial borders. Today, the Kootenay region is a hub of farming, arts, culture and counterculture in British Columbia and the contributors for this fascinating anthology represent the wide, culturally diverse and fascinating variety of women’s stories.
The book is available in bookstores or can be ordered from Caitlin Press.
https://caitlinpress.com/
The Boswell Book launch will be held Saturday, April 24th, at 4 pm at The Heart – Boswell Historical Society.
Readers will be Maureen Cameron, Ilana Cameron, Paula Snow, Polly Wilson and Yvette Schenkel. Our bookseller will be Joe Fraser of Kingfisher Books. Coffee by Lark Roasters.

Trail - Circus Incognitus: Jamie Adkins
2026-04-24 18:00 - 19:05 (America/Vancouver) | Bailey Theatre, 1501 Cedar Ave., Trail, BC
The Trail & District Arts Council and Rossland Council for Arts and Culture present Circus Incognitus, a one-man circus comedy show from Jamie Adkins for kids aged 4 – 17, their families and the young at heart to enjoy together. The show is on Friday April 24 at 6:00 pm in The Bailey Theatre as part of the TECK Family Series.
An unforgettable, moving and hilarious show from Jamie Adkins, a performer in the vaudeville tradition of Charlie Chaplin and Buster Keaton. With no hi-tech distractions, he heroically battles with everyday objects, always on the verge of disaster. The story of a man who tries, but fails, to tell us something!
A story told with touching humor, witty tomfoolery, and acrobatic exploits both on the ground and on the slack rope! Enchanter of almost nothing, juggler of almost everything, Jamie Adkins performs astonishing and wacky acrobatic circus feats. All the while engaging the audience without dialogue but only with sounds and gestures.
Watch the trailer https://vimeo.com/72838781?share=copy.
“His spontaneous improvisation and sensitivity to his audience make each performance unique. […] Adkins is a master of comic timing who seems to be having as much fun as his audience.” – Chronicle Telegraph
“Contagious madness. […] Interaction with the young audience is the driving force behind this show. With his friendly face and funny acts…Circus Incognitus is a show for the whole family. Everyone will find something for them, from the youngest to the parents. It’s fun, entertaining and it’s timely.” – carrefourdequebec.com
Circus Incognitus is a pure marvel that chases away all the gray clouds in the sky to explode with joy and light up stars in your eyes. It’s brilliant, there are no other words.” – Le Soleil (Quebec)
Show 65 minutes.
Recognized as one of the most talented contemporary circus artists in Canada, Jamie Adkins has performed Circus Incognitus over 1,200 times across 27 countries and continues to captivate audiences with his unique blend of skill and humour.
“Here is a clown who transforms the trivial into the marvelous, the banal into the extraordinary and the everyday into a fairy tale.” — Les Inrockuptibles (France)
A renowned acrobat, juggler, and magnificent clown, Jamie Adkins began his career at 13 as a street performer in his San Diego neighborhood, where he delighted pedestrians. Later, in San Francisco, he continued his apprenticeship at the Pickle Family Circus. Now a Canadian citizen living in Quebec, he is a former member of Cirque du Soleil and Cirque Éloize, and distinguishes himself with his unique style that faithfully and humorously conveys the essence of the ordinary man.
Single tickets are $18 or get tickets to all 4 Family Series shows for just $60. General admission seating so get to the theatre early for the best seats.
All individual tickets and passes are available online at purchase.trail-arts.com, by phone at 250-368-9669, and in person at the Bailey Box Office at 1501 Cedar Ave., Trail.

Nelson - ALL TOGETHER NOW: Singing Event with Luke Wallace
2026-04-24 19:00 - 22:00 (America/Vancouver) | Nelson United Church, 602 Silica Street, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 4N1, Canada
Join songwriter Luke Wallace and a collection of Nelson Singers for a night of uplifting harmony rooted in justice and ecology.
Luke Wallace is a dynamic force in the world of folk music, using his talent as a songwriter, speaker, and choral arranger to champion environmental causes and inspire positive change. Hailing from the Coast Salish Territory known as Vancouver, Canada, Luke has been on a decade-long journey of touring, recording, and organizing for the betterment of people and the planet.
Presented by West Kootenay Climate Hub and Earth Days Nelson & Area, ALL TOGETHER NOW is a mix between a song circle and performance. Part concert and part audience harmony workshop, this evening of collective music brings voices together in soidarity and love for the Earth.
Luke is like a modern Pete Seeger. From the moment he hits the stage, he has the audience singing about positive change. We desperately need that and we need him on stages all across our Country right now! He doesn’t back down but he doesn’t alienate people either. He’s a perfect voice for right now.” – Doug Cox
Doors @ 6:30PM Show @7:00PM
Nelson United Church
Tickets at Eventbrite

Creston - Dancing on Mountains: Women of the Kootenays
2026-04-25 14:00 - 15:30 (America/Vancouver) | Creston Legion, 137 11 Ave N, Creston, British Columbia, V0B 1G0, Canada
Dancing on Mountains: Women of the Kootenays
edited by Luanne Armstrong
A new collection of stories that is a celebration of the brilliant, radical essence of the women of the Kootenays is just out from Caitlin Press. The book was compiled and edited by award winning editor and author, Luanne Armstrong. Dancing on Mountains is a collection of inspiring and eclectic stories written by women from across geography and time, each of whom has been drawn to take root in the mystic, beautiful Kootenays. In their own words, these women—teachers, artists, musicians, writers, entrepreneurs and environmentalists—share stories that embody the spirit of the Kootenays. From fleeing the US draft alongside the men of the sixties and pushing against traditional gender roles and sexism, to reclaiming Indigenous identities, calling out environmental threats and fighting for our climate today, these stories span the spectrum of human experience.
Nestled among pristine lakes, powerful rivers and awe-inducing mountain ranges, the Kootenay region of British Columbia has always drawn a distinctly adventurous crowd. The dramatic and somewhat isolated landscape has long been a fertile ground for artists, musicians, back-to- the-landers, hippies, environmentalists, free thinkers, and those seeking to escape the confines of big cities to the east and west and the political dynamics to the south. Others have called the area home for millennia—the Sinixt Nation, which spans the interior plateau of BC and extends beyond the areas now known as the Kootenay region, and the Ktunaxa Nation, which have long resided on the lands and waters of the Kootenay and Columbia Rivers and beyond the confines of our colonial borders. Today, the Kootenay region is a hub of farming, arts, culture and counterculture in British Columbia and the contributors for this fascinating anthology represent the wide, culturally diverse and fascinating variety of women’s stories.
The book is available in bookstores or can be ordered from Caitlin Press.
https://caitlinpress.com/
The Creston Book launch will be held Saturday, April 25th, at 2 pm.
Readers will be Maureen Cameron, Ilana Cameron, Paula Snow, Polly Wilson and Yvette Schenkel. Our bookseller will be Joe Fraser of Kingfisher Books. Coffee by Lark Roasters.

Nelson - Storytelling Workshop: Dreaming in the Chrysalis
2026-04-25 15:30 - 17:30 (America/Vancouver) | Kiwanis Villa Community Hall, 700 Gordon Rd., (Access via Radio Ave.), Nelson, Canada
In collaboration with Storytelling Nelson. An afternoon of story, poetry and ideas.
Storyteller and theatre practitioner Gail Nyoka leads you through an interactive program.
Hear the story of Sedna, the woman who transforms into the Goddess of the Sea. What will this story mean to you?
Participate in techniques developed by playwright Augusto Boal and his Theatre of the Oppressed (no acting experience required or expected).
You are invited to play.

Silverton - For the Love of the Forest
2026-04-25 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Vancouver) | Silverton Memorial Hall, Silverton BC
Slocan Lake Arts Council presents:
FOR THE LOVE OF THE FOREST
An evening of music, film, poetry and art celebrating the beauty, the wonder, and the wisdom of the woods.
-Music by FREYA—the captivating soulful sounds of Noel Fudge and Martine DenBok
-Film: “On BEAUTY, As We Come to it in the Forest”—a 1/2 hour deep meditative dive into the stunning forests of the Slocan Valley, by filmmaker Isaac Carter, produced by Barbara Brown
-Poetry by Barbara Brown
-Paintings on display by Barbara Brown, Artist of the Forest
Admission by donation (suggested $20)
A light concession will be offered – cash only
www.slocanlakeartscouncil.ca
FB: @SlocanLakeAC
www.barbarabrownart.com
Supported by the Province of British Columbia, British Columbia Arts Council

Winlaw - Another Very Grateful Evening! Live Tributes
2026-04-25 19:30 - 23:30 (America/Vancouver) | Appledale Hall, 6841 Appledale Park Rd, Winlaw, BC, V0J 2G0
The Very Grateful Weekend 2026 continues. Experience the multi-faceted vibes of the Dead’s folk, country, blues, jam rock, psychedelia, and more! Local bands are performing to support the spirit of the Grateful Dead and Kootenay Co-op Radio (KCR). Proceeds support homegrown radio, so come shake your bones and support KCR’s mission to let great songs fill the air!
Featuring:
Dead Reckoning
Rob Funk & Friends
The Great Full Life

Winlaw - Slocan Valley Threads Guild Yard & Yardage
2026-04-26 10:00 - 14:00 (America/Vancouver) | Slocan Valley Threads Guild,, 7112 Perrys Back Road, Winlaw, V0G 2J0
Fabric, yarn, notions, equipment, plants and books for fibre-related activities for sale at reasonable prices outside under tents.
Lunch, snacks, coffee etc.
Display of members’ work inside the hall.
Lots of socializing too at this valued annual community event.

Slocan Valley Threads Guild
7112 Perry’s Back Road in Appledale. It’s a left turn off Highway 6, a few minutes north of Winlaw.

Nelson - Kootenay Circus Arts Festival
2026-05-01 - 2026-05-03 | Discover Circus, 330 Baker St. Suite 302, Nelson, BC, V1L 4H5, Canada
🎪 Kootenay Circus Arts Festival 2026 🎪
Join us in Nelson, BC for a weekend of circus, creativity, and community at the Kootenay Circus Arts Festival (KCAF) presented by Boundless Arts & Events.
Workshops are open to all ages and all experience levels — from complete beginners to experienced circus artists. Come try something new, learn from inspiring instructors, and connect with the circus community!
Festival Schedule
🌍 April 30 – Earth Day Collaboration Event
At the Nelson Youth Centre
• Community film screening of Wild Aerial and Embers by aerial filmmaker Sasha Galitzki
🤸 May 1–3 – Circus Workshops
• Workshops for kids, teens, and adults
• Classes for all levels
• A chance to try aerials, movement, and circus skills in a welcoming environment
🎭 May 2 – Saturday Night Cabaret
A high-energy showcase featuring incredible circus performances.
✨ Everyone is welcome — come try circus!

Nelson - BLUE MOON MARQUEE w/ BILLI ZIZI
2026-05-02 20:30 - 23:30 (America/Vancouver) | The Royal, 330 Baker Street Nelson, BC V1L 4H5, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 4H5, Canada
Quartet performances featuring
A.W. Cardinal
Jazz Colette
Peter Cormier
Meg Thompson

Creston - Tipi Event: Yaqan Nuki Peoples Heritage Society
2026-05-04 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Vancouver) | Legend Logos, 3560 Hwy 21, Creston, BC, Canada
Meet the artist Carol Louie. She has painted the 20′ tipi that will be displayed in the Legend Logos parking lot over the summer. Hear her thoughts on what motivated her artwork.
3560 Hwy 21, Creston, BC – just south of Creston on Lower Kootenay Reserve

Nelson - Mean Girls: The Musical
2026-05-05 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Vancouver) | British Columbia
Based on the hit 2004 film, Mean Girls: The Musical brings the world of North Shore High to life in a high-energy, laugh-out-loud Broadway sensation.
When home-schooled newcomer Cady Heron arrives at a suburban high school, she is quickly drawn into the orbit of the school’s most powerful clique, The Plastics, led by the legendary Regina George. As Cady navigates popularity, power, and identity, she learns that climbing the social ladder comes at a cost.
Featuring a book by Tina Fey, music by Jeff Richmond, and lyrics by Nell Benjamin, this sharp, candy-coloured musical blends biting comedy with genuine heart, explosive choreography, and an infectious pop score.
Bold, hilarious, and surprisingly moving, Mean Girls: The Musical is a must-see theatrical event for fans of the film and newcomers alike.
Creative Team
Director: Darren Fuss
Choreographer: Mackenzie Hope
Musical Directors: Malaika Horswill
Stage Manager: Kyla Hurst
Production Designer: Rachel Winter
Scenic Head: Eric Galbraith
Production Manager: Sydney Black
Ticket Prices
General Admission $42 plus taxes and fees
16 & Under $36 plus taxes and fees
Performance Dates and Times
May 28 to 31, 2026
Evening performances at 7:30 PM
Matinees on May 30 and 31 at 2:00 PM
Runtime
Approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes, including intermission.
Mean Girls: The Musical contains mature themes and language that may not be suitable for all audiences. Content includes references to:
• Bullying, social exclusion, and verbal cruelty
• Body image commentary and diet culture
• Sexual language and innuendo
• Depictions of teen relationships and peer pressure
• References to alcohol use
• References to suicide and emotional distress (handled non-graphically)
This advisory is provided to support informed audience choice. If you have questions about content or accessibility needs, please contact Kyla Hurst at the Capitol Theatre Box Office.
Mean Girls: The Musical is presented by special arrangement with Music Theatre International, with generous support from Selkirk College and Hall Printing

Kimberley - Author Event: BC and Yukon Book Prizes
2026-05-06 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Edmonton) | Art Gallery Kimberley at “The Laundromat”, 167 Deer Park Avenue, Kimberley
Exciting news! The official shortlist for the 2026 BC and Yukon Book Prizes has been announced.
For the second year in a row, the BC and Yukon Book Prizes on Tour is coming to Kimberley and that is so exciting! Jean Miller (Kimberley Public Library) and I are hosting executive director Megan Cole (BC and Yukon Book Prizes), BC authors Samantha (Sam) Beynon and Sam Wiebe for an Author Event at the gallery on Wednesday, May 6 from 6 to 7:30 pm.
Finalist for the Ethel Wilson Fiction Prize
Sam Wiebe: “The Last Exile” (The Wakeland Mystery Series).
Finalist for the Christie Harris Illustrated Children’s Literature Prize
Samantha (Sam) Beynon: “Celebrating Potlatches”.
Papervale Books has a few copies of “The Last Exile” available (and more coming) and owners AJ and Cheryl are working on ordering copies of “Celebrating Potlatches”. Papervale Books will also be selling copies of the books at the author event.
Let’s all get together for an entertaining evening in support of CANADIAN authors and the BC and Yukon Book Prizes!

Nelson - Collage Drop In
2026-05-07 16:30 - 19:00 (America/Vancouver) | Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery, 502 Vernon Street, Nelson, V1L 4E7, Canada
Thursday, April 2nd
4:30 – 7pm
Collage Drop In. Come on in on the first Thursday of the month for a casual drop in collage space. We have some stellar content to create unique, stunning papercraft works. This is a great economical way to spend an evening with some friends, new and old. (will continue on May 7th, June 4th & July 2nd)
$10 – $15 sliding scale, no registration required.

Creston Valley Bird Fest – Kickoff Movie: My Penguin Friend
2026-05-07 19:00 - 20:30 (America/Vancouver) | Creston Valley Public Library, 531 16 Ave S, Creston, BC, V0B 1G5
Join us to kick off the Creston Valley Bird Fest with a free movie screening!!
My Penguin Friend, starring Jean Reno and Adriana Barazza is inspired by a true story; an enchanting adventure about a lost penguin rescued from an oil spill, who transforms the life of a heartbroken fisherman. They soon become unlikely friends, so bonded that even the vast ocean cannot divide them.
This movie is rated PG for some frightening and intense scenes.
All are welcome. Our movies are always free to attend, and we always have free popcorn!

Creston Valley Bird Festival
2026-05-08 08:00 - 2026-05-11 17:00 (America/Vancouver) | Rotacrest Hall, 230 19 Ave N, Creston, BC, V0B 1G5
Celebrate the birds, art, and the agriculture of the Creston Valley.
Get ready to spread your wings and join us for an unforgettable celebration of feathered friends and the vital wetlands they call home during their annual migration north.
The Creston Valley Bird Festival is an exciting event that takes place every second weekend in May, where you’ll get the chance to explore and deepen your appreciation for the great outdoors with presentations, hikes, field trips, and tours with our expert bird guides.

Argenta - Lardeau Valley Community-Wide Garage Sale
2026-05-09 11:00 - 16:00 (America/Vancouver) | Argenta Community Hall, 1024 Argenta Rd, Argenta ., British Columbia, V0G1B0, Canada
At Argenta Community Hall, 1024 Argenta Johnsons Landing Road
Free to attend!
Bring cash for shopping.
Want to sell your stuff? We are accepting vendors — please use the contact below if you are interested:
Lardeau Valley LINKS
links@lardeauvalley.ca
250-353-8675

Rossland - Earring Making Workshop: Mixed Metal Fringe Earrings
2026-05-10 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Vancouver) | Rossland Miners Hall, 1765 Columbia Ave, Rossland, British Columbia, V0G 1Y0, Canada
Create your own handcrafted statement earrings in this fun, hands-on jewellery workshop.
Looking for a creative way to celebrate Mother’s Day? This beginner-friendly class is a great opportunity to make something meaningful—whether you come with your mom, your kid, or treat yourself.
You’ll learn how to design and create a pair of fringe earrings using copper, brass, and silver. Guided step-by-step, you’ll explore techniques like cutting, shaping, and hammering metal to create texture and movement.
By the end of the session, you’ll leave with a finished pair of unique earrings and the foundational skills to keep creating.
What You’ll Learn:
Basics of working with mixed metals
Hammering and texturing techniques
Simple jewellery assembly and finishing
Design considerations for wearable pieces
Details:
Dates: Sunday, May 10 (10:00 AM–12:00 PM)
Location: Lily May Room, Rossland Miners Hall
Cost: $20 per person
Capacity: Maximum 12 participants per session
Ages: 12+
Materials:
All materials are included. Participants will create one pair of fringe earrings with silver hooks.
Who It’s For:
Perfect for beginners or anyone curious about jewellery-making—no prior experience needed. A great option for a Mother’s Day outing.

Taghum - West Kootenay Métis Society Monthly Community Gathering
2026-05-12 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-05-12 18:00 - 2026-07-14 20:00 (America/Vancouver) | Taghum Hall, 5915 Taghum Hall Rd, Nelson, V1L 6Y4
2nd Tuesday of the month
WKMS Monthly Community Gathering featuring fabulous food.
West Kootenay Métis hosts a regular gathering the 2nd Tuesday of every month!
Held at Taghum Hall near beautiful downtown Taghum from 6-8pm
Traditional foods, games, activities, as well as, great company.
Bring your family, stories and to go containers-because its traditional to send you home with food!

Rossland - Senior Workshop Series: Deciphering Handwriting
2026-05-13 13:00 - 14:30 (America/Vancouver) | rossland public Library,, 2180 Columbia Ave, Rossland, V0G 1Y0
“Struggling to read your grandmother’s diary or letters? How about a beloved handwritten family recipe book? We have just the workshop for you!
Join us at the Rossland Public Library on May 13th for a workshop where we will help you decipher tricky handwriting. Learn simple techniques for recognizing letter shapes, understanding historical styles, and spotting common patterns to make handwritten script easier to read. Feel free to bring along an example you’ve been struggling with – we can work through it together! We will also have examples from our archive.
This workshop is geared towards seniors, but registration is open to all ages!
When: 1-2:30 pm Wednesday, May 13th
Where: Rossland Public Library
Cost: By Donation
Space is limited (10 people) so pre-registration is required. For more information or to register, contact us at info@rosslandmuseum.ca or 250-362-7722

Nelson - Moosehide Day Potluck: Drum, Sing, Storytelling & Poetry
2026-05-14 16:30 - 18:30 (America/Vancouver) | St. Saviour’s Anglican Church, Nelson, 701 Ward Street, Nelson, V1L 1T3, Canada
Moosehide Day invitation to Potluck Rejoicing in Feast, Drum Circle, Singing, Storytelling, & Poetry
Open to the whole community whether you have attended other events of the day or not. We need you too to witness and support those who are fast breaking, sharing in new relationships, capturing insights for the coming year; while sharing our favourite foods and non alcohol drink is the way forward. A day of Soul Foods balanced with Body Nutrition.
The space will be open and held you and all for every voice, every song, every poem in the sanctity of Ancient Practice from all Paths. Bring your favourite instruments. We will jamb. We will open for personal pieces. With care, we have a piano too
Breaking the Fast
As with any fast, it is important to break your fast with intention. We recommend eating and drinking clean, simple foods easing yourself back into your regular diet.
It is also a good time to make a formal transition from your experience back into your day-to-day life. At our gatherings, we conduct fast-breaking ceremonies where we show our gratitude, share food, ask witnesses to share their words, and celebrate the effort and sacrifice as we reflect upon the day and the road ahead.
