LILA GRAY
2024-03-28 19:30 - 23:00 (America/Vancouver) | The Royal, 330 Baker Street Nelson, BC V1L 4H5, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 4H5, Canada
Thu, Mar 28 at The Royal in Nelson
7:30 p.m. PST
Raised in the mountains of BC, Lila Gray calls Vancouver home. Through her heartfelt lyrics and skillful songwriting, Lila plumbs the depths of her young adulthood and explores the trials and tribulations of queer womanhood in the 21st century. This young artist found her passion, and eternal love for music at the tender age of five, when she started her classical training through cello. Since then, Lila has picked up singing, songwriting, and guitar to establish her presence as a musician. Shortly after placing in the Top 100 of the 2021 CBC Searchlight Competition, Lila took off to Montreal to pursue a formal education in audio engineering and sound production. Lila’s unique production and intricate lyricism are masterfully executed in her sophomore album Wild Tension, which garnered a collective 10,000 streams on Spotify and a well attended coast to coast Canadian tour this past fall.

Growing up listening to influential classics such as The Beatles, James Brown, Queen, and The Kinks, while constantly finding new artists from whom to draw inspiration (Arlo Parks, Lorde, Billie Eilish, Bleachers, and Feist), Lila has managed to find her unique indie pop sound. Lila Gray collaborates regularly with other musicians (Jill Barber, Aza Nabuko, and Aysia Jordan among them) and is currently establishing herself as a music producer/audio engineer for other up and coming artists.

Blues Set w/ J. Greg Walter
2024-03-29 17:30 - 20:30, 2024-04-05 17:30 - 20:30 (America/Vancouver) | Torchlight Brewing Co., 125 Hall St, Nelson, BC, V1L 7B4
Come on down to Torchlight Brewing Co. in Nelson, every Friday, for some end of the week week good times and great tunes!

Easter Egg Hunt at the Rossland Museum
2024-03-30 10:30 - 17:00 (America/Vancouver) | Rossland Museum & Discovery Centre, 1100 Hwy 3B | Junction of Hwys 3B & 22, Rossland, BC, V0G 1Y0, Canada
Snow is on the ground – but spring is in the air – and that means it’s almost time for our annual Easter Egg Hunt! Come up to the Museum on Saturday, March 30th to join in the hunt, try your hand at a classic egg-and-spoon race, bunny-hop your way through a sack race, enjoy some eastery-crafts, and more!
Egg Hunts start at 10:30, 11:30, 1:30, and 2:30.
If you’re interested in volunteering, get in touch with Fiona at admin@ rosslandmuseum.ca or 250-362-7722! We’re always on the hunt for face painters and egg-hiders!
Entry is by donation.
More information: www.rosslandmuseum.ca/news/2024/easter

Guided Cold War Bunker tours
2024-03-30 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Vancouver) | Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery, 502 Vernon Street, Nelson, V1L 4E7, Canada
During the height of the Cold War, in the 1950s and 1960s, nearly 50 bunkers were constructed across Canada. In 2017, the Nelson Museum began work on restoring the space and opening it to the public. You can join a tour of one of the Museumʼs best-loved spaces!
From iodine pills and Geiger counters to board games and ashtrays, visitors get a glimpse of the vast measures taken to create normalcy in an extraordinary time.
Email info@nelsonmuseum.ca to register. Adult admission required – children under 18 are always free!

Nelson Choral Singers: Fauré Requiem
2024-03-30 16:00 - 17:00, 2024-03-30 18:30 - 19:30 (America/Vancouver) | Nelson United Church, 602 Silica Street, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 4N1, Canada
Nelson Choral Singers perform Gabriel Fauré’s Requiem and selections of sacred music Saturday March 30th at the Nelson United Church. Two performances: 4 pm and 6:30 pm. Tickets $20 cash ($10 for 12 and under) at Otter Books or at the door. “The music explores grief and loss. It is serene, elevating, comforting,” says director Kathleen Neudorf. Soloists: Noémi Kiss and Kosmo Sammartino. John Pengelly on the organ, and Christoph Martens on piano.

Arts Club: Made in Italy – Performing Arts Trail
2024-03-30 19:30 - 21:30 (America/Vancouver) | Charles Bailey Theatre, 1501 Cedar Ave, Trail, British Columbia, V1R 4C7, Canada
The Trail & District Arts Council presents a celebration of family, food, and music in Arts Club’s hilariously heartwarming musical Made in Italy at The Bailey Theatre on March 30 at 7:30 pm.
Meet Francesco Mantini, a second-generation Italian teen struggling to find his place in Jasper, Alberta. Tired of living up to his traditional Italian-immigrant father’s expectations and the constant bullying from his Canadian peers, he takes inspiration from icons Rocky Balboa and John Travolta, and reinvents himself as Frank Martin: crooner and ladies’ man.
Weaving the electrifying music of the 1970s with classic Italian tunes, this five-time Jessie Award–nominated show is equal parts comedy, music, and heart as father and son find themselves despite their differences.
A one-man show that is as buoyant and bubbly as a glass of prosecco, Made in Italy is so delightful you won’t soon fuhgeddaboudit.

Après Ski at The Josie Hotel with White Lightning Blues, Rock and Boogie Band
2024-03-31 14:00 - 16:30 (America/Vancouver) | The Josie Hotel, 4306 Red Mountain Rd, Rossland, BC, V0G 1Y0, Canada
Easter Sunday Surprise!
Ski, walk or hop, hop, hop into The Velvet Restaurant at The Josie Hotel, RED Mountain this Sunday for Après Ski with White Lightning Blues, Rock and Boogie Band. Danceable toe-tapping classics from Little Walter to Chuck Berry and The Beatles plus lively Kootenay themed originals.

Live Electronic Music Showcase
2024-03-31 15:00 - 19:00 (America/Vancouver) | Harrison Memorial Cultural Centre, 16074 Crawford Creek Rd, Crawford Bay, V0B 1E0
Several performers: Jaq Taforo & Aurelien Sudan, Nella Banner, thisissami, tpwtr – they will utilize a variety of electronic instruments to weave sonic worlds in real-time. Each artist produces music in a different genre. Family friendly, food, sliding scale entry. Come for the fun of it!

LIVE ELECTRONIC MUSIC SHOWCASE
2024-03-31 15:00 - 19:00 (America/Vancouver) | Harrison Memorial Cultural Centre, 16074 Crawford Creek Rd, Crawford Bay, V0B 1E0
A Family Friendly Afternoon Concert + Dance Party
You might be asking… what is “Live Electronic Music”? Well, simply put, it is electronic music that is performed live. In other words, the performers are not DJing; rather, they utilize a variety of electronic instruments (e.g. synthesizers, sequencers, computers, electronic violins, vocal processors, theremins, loopers, etc.) and weave sonic-worlds in real-time, one layer at a time.
This showcase will take you on an epic journey into the world of live electronic music. It’ll start right at 3:20pm with a 10 minute talk giving an overview of live electronic music. Following this, each of the 4 acts (who produce music in completely different genres of music) will do two things. They will: 1) give a 10 minute talk discussing their creative and technical processes, so that attendees have a much deeper insight into how they think about, feel into, and perform their music, and 2) follow that talk with a 40 minute performance.
The artists are:
tpwtr (glitchy lo-fi funk)
thisissami (improvised beats & freestyle rap)
Nella Banner (ethereal downtempo & ambient)
Jaq Taforo + Aurelien Sudan (improvised electronic-jazz fusion)
Food will be available courtesy of Nelson-based Mexican chef Erika Cuevas. She will be serving burritos and soup, with vegetarian and gluten free options available.
Sound will be provided by Live Harmonics from the Slocan Valley, who will be setting up a PK sound system.
Doors open at 3:00pm. Show starts at 3:20pm.

Newkeys Place presents, Blues in The Afternoon with Sam Hurrie
2024-03-31 16:00 - 19:00 (America/Vancouver) | New Key’s Pub, 16070 BC-3A, Crawford Bay, BC, V0B 1E0, Canada
Newkeys Place in Crawforbay presents, Blues in The Afternoon with Sam Hurrie, Like with friends.
Sundays 4-7

Nelson Winter Shootout Finale and Show
2024-04-02 20:00 - 23:30 (America/Vancouver) | The Royal, 330 Baker Street Nelson, BC V1L 4H5, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 4H5, Canada
A five day competition for local photographers to showcase their talent and creativity this winter. From March 27th to the 31st, competitors will work against the clock to collect images for a selection of five single-image categories, as well as photo essay category. Submitted photographs are analyzed by a panel of judges, and the contestants’ creations will be showcased the following week with awards and prizes for category winners at The Royal.
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Stills Categories:
– Street Photography
– Wildlife
– Landscape
– Inbounds skiing/boarding
– Backcountry
Photo Essay:
A 60 to 120 second photo essay with audio. There is no restrictions on subject matter and contestants are encouraged to be creative with what they wish to cover!
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Registration for photographers will cost $20, either through eTransfer or cash. To register for the event, please follow this link to fill out the registration form:
https://docs.google.com/…/1FAIpQLSek92nQxQ5…/viewform…
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Contest Rules:
– Photos must be taken within the contest timeframe (27th – 31st). EXIF camera data may be needed to verify if a photo is in question.
– Submissions will be judged by a panel based on photographic and aesthetic merit. Specific criteria will be sent to contestants’ registered email address.
– Final submissions must be delivered before midnight on the 31st. A link will be sent to contestants’ registered email for fileshare service where submissions will be uploaded.
– Contest entry fee ($20) must be paid before the end of the shooting window.
– Post-processing and other editing (i.e. Lightroom, Photoshop) is permitted.
– Ownership is retained completely by original photographer.
Good luck and happy shooting!

Tea & Textiles
2024-04-03 09:00 - 12:00 (America/Vancouver) | J.B. Fletcher Store Museum, 3602 Sutton Street, Ainsworth, BC, V0G 1A0, Canada
The J.B. Fletcher Museum in Ainsworth will be hosting gatherings for fibre enthusiasts and tea lovers to come and work on their knitting, crochet, embroidery, and spinning projects while connecting with fellow crafters. These gatherings will occur the first Wednesday of every month from 9-12. Drop ins welcome.

Rossland Recollections with Gord Lepage
2024-04-03 13:00 - 14:30 (America/Vancouver) | Rossland Museum & Discovery Centre, 1100 Hwy 3B | Junction of Hwys 3B & 22, Rossland, BC, V0G 1Y0, Canada
Did you miss last November’s speaker series about the Red Mountain Volunteer Ski Patrol? You’re in luck! Gord Lepage is returning to the Museum for another round of storytelling about his decades of experience as the Volunteer Ski Patrol Director up at Red Mountain. Join us at 1 pm on Wednesday, April 3rd for some “Rossland Recollections” about the history and adventures of Volunteer Ski Patrol on Red Mountain.
Entry is by donation and treats/refreshments will be provided.
This event is supported in part by the OK Gear Store.

PRODUCER JAM NIGHT vol.2 (NELSON) | A night of collaboration
2024-04-03 18:00 - 21:30 (America/Vancouver) | Jam Factory Co-working Space, 303 Vernon St., Nelson, V1L4E3, Canada
Finally! Another night for Producers, Beatmakers, and Electronic Music Composers to jam for fun!

WHAT IS IT? It’s a night of collaboration games for Producers, Beat-Makers, and Electronic Music Composers, of all genres, DAWs, and skill levels.

Join us for a fun music collaboration event tailored for electronic music composers and producers. Bring your Headphones and laptop with your preferred DAW or hardware such as MPC, Maschine, Push3, or others.

The event is on April 3rd from 6-9:30 pm at “The Jam Factory”, 303 Vernon St, Nelson, BC V1L 4E3. This is Volume 2 of a series of monthly jams, each featuring a unique collaboration “game” or “style”.

***This month’s theme: SESSION MUSICIANS***

Here’s how it works:

Producers are each granted time with one of the participating “session musicians” to record original accompaniment to the music YOU create during the jam.

Producers choose when they’d like to use their recording time. You choose whether to record a lick, progression, or melody at the beginning of the jam to flesh out for the rest of the session or have the musician improvise on something you’ve started at the beginning of the jam!
At the end of the jam enjoy sharing your production, listening to other’s creations, asking questions and describing challenges you faced along the way!

It’s an opportunity to build music production skills, support and be supported by other producers, ask questions, and eat snacks!

RECAP:
-Date: April 3rd
-Time: 6:00-9:30pm
-Location: The Jam Factory, 303 Vernon St, Nelson, BC V1L 4E3
-Cost: $5 participation fee (to cover space rental)

What to Bring:
-Laptop with preferred DAW
-Hardware if you prefer (e.g., MPC, Maschine, Push3)
-Headphones
*If you have an audio interface, please bring it! (Not required but just in case)*

QUESTIONS?
Text or call: 1 250 505 7725

SEE YOU THERE!
Oh! and don’t forget to bring a friend!

Creative Writing Workshop
2024-04-03 18:30 - 21:30 (America/Vancouver) | Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre, 320 Wilson Street, Revelstoke, V0E 2S0
Workshop with Maya FowlerImmerse yourself in a supportive, uplifting, and enjoyable course delving into the fundamentals of creative writing. Covering elements like style, characterization, plot, genre, dialogue, narrative arc, and tension, the sessions are designed to be both informative and hands-on. Explore various genres, from literary and suspense to romance and horror, and discover your preferred arena.Throughout the four sessions, you’ll progressively create an outline and character maps for a short story of up to 2,000 words. This can be tailored for adults or children. Following Session 3, you’ll write the full draft of your story, sharing it with the class for constructive reviews in Session 4. The class will engage in providing feedback, drawing on the knowledge gained in the course.– Wednesday evenings, 6:30pm – 9:30pm– April 3, 10, 17 & 24– $140 for all four classes– Participants are required to bring their own notebook and pens (laptops are optional)While the teacher won’t have the capacity to review or edit work outside of class, she’ll be readily available for questions during sessions and offer guidance during practical exercises. You will also have plenty of opportunities for peer review. So dive into the world of creative writing and let your imagination flourish!

Self-Care for Entrepreneurs: NEW Weekly Zoom Cohort
2024-04-03 19:00 - 20:00 (America/Vancouver) | Online
Self-Care for Entrepreneurs: NEW Weekly Zoom Cohort starts April 3rd!
Mental health is just as important as physical health! Taking care of ourselves (self-care) can be a challenge, especially when we are under stress. Entrepreneurs often experience heightened stress of starting a new business on their own as overwhelming, isolating, and discouraging.
Join this NEW Zoom cohort of growth-minded entrepreneurs in BC for four (4) weeks of practical and immediately implementable tips & tricks to boost your self-care along with your productivity!
Self-care topics we’ll cover include:

time management
anxiety & stress reduction
mindfulness
getting exercise & rest

4-week Zoom cohort :: Wednesdays in April :: 7pm – 8pm
Sign up and receive payment instructions plus Zoom link by emailing info@jeninelillian.com $50 per person
Jenine Lillian is a neurodivergent entrepreneur, consultant, educator, artist & librarian. They are lay-ordained in the Soto Zen Buddhist tradition and certified as a Registered Yoga Teacher. Jenine loves building community through small group instruction.

Rube & Rake
2024-04-03 19:30 (America/Vancouver) | The Royal, 330 Baker Street Nelson, BC V1L 4H5, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 4H5, Canada
Rube & Rake engage audiences with a mixture of stories, intricate guitar work, and rich vocal harmonies. After working together for the past 6 years out of St. John’s, NL, Josh Sandu and Andrew Laite have fused an intimate musical connection that comes across in every new song and performance.
ECMA 2022 Songwriter of the Year and 2020 Music NL Folk/Roots Artist of the Year award winners, Rube & Rake’s music is an exercise in creating something beyond the sum of their parts.
See full bio here: http://rubeandrake.com/about/

Weekly Tango Mini Lesson & Practice
2024-04-03 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 mini-lesson and practica at Christie Lee’s Hall in Fairview.

The guided portion from 7:30-8:15 has a different host and topic each week (check our Facebook page for host and topic announcements). We have an open practice after the lesson until 9:30pm.

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.

5$ 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!

"Vessels for Spheres" by Rob Toller
2024-04-04 - 2024-04-14 | Art Gallery Kimberley at “The Laundromat”, 167 Deer Park Avenue, Kimberley
THE ART OF HONOURING THE BEAUTY OF NATURE
“Vessels for Spheres”
Using found objects, mostly natural forms discovered during his wanderings, Kimberley-based sculptor extraordinaire Rob Toller has created a collection of small sculptures that honour the exquisite beauty of nature. Rob is excited to announce his upcoming solo art exhibit “Vessels for Spheres”, open to inspire visitors at Art Gallery Kimberley in BC’s Best Small Town from April 4-14, 2014.
Through his intentional wanderings in the natural world, Rob draws inspiration from the fascinating surfaces and lines provided by nature. His approach to working with found objects is focused on honouring and highlighting their intrinsic beauty, with little alteration or imposition. Rob explains, “I’m drawn to raw, organic textures and surfaces, and I’m a big fan of rust. I often incorporate natural elements like wood and stone into my metal sculptures. The balance and rhythm of natural forms guide my art, allowing the materials to speak for themselves.“ Ultimately, Rob’s artworks serve as a showcase of the beauty of the natural world as its own sculpture gallery, filled with endless inspiration.
Rob’s creative journey began in the foothills of the Canadian Rockies where, according to Rob, “Regular explorations of the front ranges in all seasons led to the discovery of spectacular root structures, weathered by years in the elements – chinook winds, fire and weather extremes.” Recognising the necessity to elevate these natural sculptures with complementary bases so they can be presented and fully appreciated, Rob took up welding and blacksmithing, attracted by metal’s strength and contrasting properties. As a self-taught artist fuelled by curiosity, Rob increasingly gravitated towards working with metal and became intrigued by the possibilities of this medium. Amassing an eclectic collection of found metal objects, he creates one-of-a-kind figurative sculptures while preserving the natural patina of these objects as a historical record of their life. “The long history of mining and forestry in The Kootenays provides for a wide variety of materials to be gathered; industrial salvage scattered in many unexpected places, hidden and sometimes buried treasures”, Rob reflects.
Rob’s biggest challenge often lies in safely harvesting and transporting these pieces back to his studio. You may happen upon him in the early morning hours, walking remote trails while lugging unwieldy pieces of wood, steel or stone. The discovery of new materials and shapes serves as a catalyst for his creative exploration. Rob is drawn to adventure both in the natural world and the realm of creativity, always wondering “What if I …?”
Within this exhibit, Rob joins together his enjoyment in the creative process with his love for nature. By incorporating spherical shapes, such as stones and steel balls, Rob introduces contrast, while alluding to the start of spring and new life. His return to using pewter adds a dynamic element, creating unique forms with each casting.
Don’t miss this opportunity to surround yourself with the beauty of Rob’s sculptures — a heartfelt celebration of the natural world and the creative process. Please join us at Art Gallery Kimberley from April 4-14, 2024. Rob’s exhibit welcomes visitors from Thursday to Sunday, 9:30 until 4:30 and from Monday to Wednesday by appointment. Everyone is invited to the closing reception and artist talk on Sunday, April 14, 2024 from 3 to 5 pm.

Youthful Seniors Art & Music Classes - Nelson Studio 88
2024-04-04 - 2024-05-13 | Nelson Studio 88, 402 Victoria St., Nelson, BC, V1L 4K5, Canada
At Nelson Studio 88, we believe in the transformative power of creativity for all ages. Our adult and youthful seniors classes are designed for life long learners that are looking for creative outlets and connection with others. The beauty of the arts lies in its ability to stimulate various areas of the brain, enhancing memory, cognition, and a sense of accomplishment and our classes open opportunities to meet like-minded people to play and learn alongside.
Sing and dance with Glee Club
Commit to an artistic Sketchbook practice
Strum along Guitar and learn new fingerpicking
Create your very own landscape felted wall hanging
Join us today at Nelson Studio 88 and step into a world of creativity and growth.

Youth Workshop – Visual Exploration Club – Ages 15-18
2024-04-04 15:30 - 16:30 (America/Vancouver) | VISAC Gallery, 1501 Cedar Avenue, Trail, V1R 2J5
This bi-weekly club has a different theme per session. Participants will explore a variety of materials to gain confidence in their art making, building a sketchbook to reflect their growth as an artist. Themes include: Watercolour, Clay & 3D Art, Repainting Thrifted Art, and Paper Mosaic.
When: Thursdays (bi-weekly) 3:30pm-4:30pm
Duration: Jan 11-May 16, 2024 (No VEC club during Spring Break)
Age: 15 – 18
Class fee: $80 for 9 classes (January – May); or $10 drop-in per youth

Where:

VISAC Gallery – Under the red gallery awning
1501 Cedar Ave, Trail
Lower Level of Selkirk Building

Please email info@visacgallery.com with any questions.

Faceless Dolls workshop series
2024-04-04 17:30 - 19:30 (America/Vancouver) | Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery, 502 Vernon Street, Nelson, V1L 4E7, Canada
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.’

Join 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.

FUBAR LIVE in Nelson!
2024-04-04 19:00 - 22:00 (America/Vancouver) | Bloom Nightclub, 198 Baker St, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 4H4, Canada
FUBAR The LIVE show
Based on the characters from the Canadian cult classic, FUBAR, FUBAR Live brings non stop laughter, classic rock & metal tunes and audience interaction like no other show.
We’re going back to our roots:
Improvised comedy LIVE in the bar.
A white lie about a bonus leads Terry and Trish down a troublesome path of generosity and overspending that might just ruin their night.
We got cold ones, a wild gift exchange with the audience, live Metal Karaoke, plenty of rock kicks AND a pre show meet and greet with the cast.
Gifts, Given’r and Good times guaranteed.

ANOTHER SEASON ENDER BENDER
2024-04-04 20:00 (America/Vancouver) | The Royal, 330 Baker Street Nelson, BC V1L 4H5, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 4H5, Canada
Spring is in the air and we’ve lined up a banger to kick off the winter season’s closing weekend! With a full PK Sound install care of Live Harmonics, The Royal will be absolutely booming from 8pm through ‘til last call at midnight with a mixed bag of electronic beats, care of the following DJ’s..

•• Dan Sadler ••
UK – “Farewell For Now” Set
https://soundcloud.com/sadlerektheshop
Filling dancefloors since 2014, Sadler is a UK-based DJ who incorporates ravey basslines, acid synths, and uplifting, euphoric piano stabs into his “Bristol-style” sets. Expect to hear UK Garage, old school Breaks, Jungle Hardcore, 90s Rave and likely a 2-handed rewind. Blended Rave tracks for certified Ravers!

•• Jess Thew ••
Revelstoke // UK
https://soundcloud.com/jessthew
UK ex-pat and Nelson crowd favourite Jessica Thew will be making her way down from Revelstoke, where she has been DJing at the Last Drop, to bless us with a delightful drum & bass set – not to be missed!
•• Spilly ••
Spilly B has been locked away in the studio perfecting his productions – and on this night he will finally make his DJ debut! Do not miss the latter half of his set, during which he plans to unveil some of his original works for a world premiere.
•• Dubonscious ••
Your Host & Resident Selector
https://soundcloud.com/dubconscious
You may have caught Dubconscious at Shambhala (on the Living Room Stage, in the Grove or at The Village), Bass Coast, Wicked Woods, Victoria Ska & Reggae Festival or at any one of a number of prestigious nightclubs/venues across western Canada. Raised on amens, Reese basslines and ragga chat in Toronto’s vibrant jungle scene, he now calls Nelson his home where he continues to weave cohesive sound tapestries coloured by his unique influences and handpicked sounds & styles – generally rooted in reggae / dub / soundsystem culture.
On this night, Jake will be playing a series of short sets to stitch the night together and showcase his peers’ sets best.
The soundsystem will be tuned in nicely and this night is all about having FUN and closing the season off with a bang. Consent is strongly emphasized – and while everyone is encouraged to have a drink and a dance, we do ask that you be mindful of the energy that you bring to and space that you occupy on the dance floor. If you have any issues or see any conflicts escalating, please notify Royal staff immediately.
$8 advance / $12 at the door
Music starts 8pm, Midnight Last Call

ART THROWDOWN SEASON FINALE!
2024-04-05 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Vancouver) | The Royal, 330 Baker Street Nelson, BC V1L 4H5, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 4H5, Canada
Art Throwdown, at the Royal, Fri April 5th 7:30pm
The most exciting art event in the Kootenays!
Come down and watch two rounds of artists use one hour to create a piece of art, and buy raffle tickets to win the works at the end of the evening!
FREE

‘PULP’ exhibition opening
2024-04-05 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Vancouver) | Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery, 502 Vernon Street, Nelson, V1L 4E7, Canada
PULP is the latest iteration in a series of medium-centric group exhibitions, focused on a common theme – in this case, paper – that highlights each artist’s interpretation of the medium. PULP opens Friday, April 5 at the Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery, and runs through July 27.

In the hands of artists from across Canada, the artworks that embody PULP speak to personal, regional, socio-political, and historic symbology; seen in the feminist forms of Gathie Falk and Badanna Zack, with an Indigenous perspective through the work of Edward Poitras, through the revolt and response of Mia Feuer, the masks of Miya Turnbull, and the poetic/historical approach of Susan Andrews Grace.

Mini Sculptural Vases with Becky
2024-04-05 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Edmonton) | 601 1st Ave, Fernie BC
Our instructor Becky is a student at Glasgow school of the arts in Scotland. She has years of experience moulding, casting and working with clay. She is excited to share her knowledge with you!
In this fun introductory session into hand building clay, guided by Becky, you’ll get to create your very own mini sculptural vase.
Vases will be fired with white or clear glaze, and participants will be notified via email once their pieces are ready. Wait period is usually 8 weeks.
Cost is $55 and includes materials.
What is handbuilding?
Handbuilding is a ceramics technique that allows you to create forms with clay and your hands, without using a throwing wheel. Before ceramicists invented the wheel, handbuilding was the only way they could create functional and artistic ceramic forms. There are 3 main handbuilding pottery techniques of pinching, coiling, and slab rolling. All you need to get started are your clay, your hands, and a few simple tools.
While handbuilding is as simple as using your hands to form an object out of clay, it encompasses three main techniques and forming methods. Once you have mastered pinching, coiling, and slab building, you can make just about anything out of clay.
Pre registration is required.

The Royal Art Throwdown – THE FINAL!!
2024-04-05 19:30 - 23:00 (America/Vancouver) | The Royal, 330 Baker Street Nelson, BC V1L 4H5, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 4H5, Canada
It’s Here!! All your favourite artists through the winter, back for the final of the Royal Art Throwdown.
We’re stoked!!
Bit of a different format.
Two heats of artists with 45 minutes to create. Winners are voted by you, then they do a second piece with an hour on stage. You vote again and we crown a winner!!
Big prizes up for grabs for the artists as well as lots of art pieces to win for you guys in the crowd.
Who’s the artists??
We got ….
Kat Wright
Takumi
Cooper Davidson
Jonathon Ramos
Pippa Kane
Jack Mumford
Mr Paradise on the decks again.
Get there early. It’s gonna be busssyyy!!
Big Love xx
