West Kootenay Regional Arts Council

Creston - Seedy Saturday at the Library! (seed swap)
2026-03-07 | Creston Valley Public Library, 531 16 Ave S, Creston, BC, V0B 1G5
Join us on March 7th for Seedy Saturday at the Library.
All-day self-serve seed swap! In the main foyer of the library you will find a bounty of seeds donated from the Creston Community Seed Bank Society and more donated by participants in the swap. Feel free to bring some seeds to contribute to the table, and take some away with you to grow at home! small bags and labelling supplies will be provided.
and at 1pm in the Library Meeting Room, we’ll be welcoming the Creston Community Seed Bank Society for an info session geared to new gardeners or gardeners new to the Creston area. A seed-saving Q&A will follow the presentation.
All are welcome, free to attend, no registration required.

Trail: Where Have All the Buffalo Gone? by Axis Theatre
2026-03-01 15:00 - 16:15 (America/Vancouver) | Charles Bailey Theatre, 1501 Cedar Ave, Trail, British Columbia, V1R 4C7, Canada
The Trail & District Arts Council and Rossland Council for Arts and Culture present Where Have All the Buffalo Gone? by Axis Theatre, a captivating show for kids in Grade 4 to 12, their families and the young at heart to enjoy together. The show is on Sunday, March 1 at 3:00 pm in The Bailey Theatre and is part of the TECK Family Series.
Where Have All The Buffalo Gone? is a love-story that transcends time as it follows two souls through seven different periods of Métis history. Filled with stories about the Sun Traveller and the Callihoo family, the performance is a theatre piece that incorporates fiddle music, jigging, and a life-like buffalo puppet.
Inspired by historical events of the Métis people of Canada, this original play for young audiences explores the loves, the losses and the fight of Treaty 6’s Métis people – and their love and kinship to the buffalo.
The play takes the audience through the emergence of the Métis Nation across the plains, then leads into the robust colonization that arises from the fur trade, the disappearance of the buffalo, as well as the political uprising of the Métis Association of Alberta in the 1930s. The story starts in creation among the stars and ends in 2024.
Watch the trailer https://vimeo.com/940939867?p=1s
CREATIVE TEAM – Playwright: Tai Amy Grauman; Director: Amanda Testini; Co-Director & Sound Design: Chris McGregor; Set, Props & Buffalo Design: Dusty Hagerüd; Costume Design: Alaia Hamer.
ABOUT AXIS THEATRE
In the age of “looking down,” Axis draws young eyes up to engage them in interactive experiences that educate, inspire, and transform. Audiences experience smart, entertaining interpretations of traditional and cutting-edge physical theatre. Axis incorporates combinations of puppetry, movement, live music, red-nose clown, and improvisation to expand the meaning and impact of the stories presented. It is deceptively simple, completely fresh, and memorable.A special thank you to the company’s sponsors: The Downie-Wenjack and Chris Spencer Foundations.
Axis Theatre is grateful to live, work, and play on the unceded, traditional territories of the Coast Salish peoples – sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), sel̓íl̓witulh (Tsleil-Waututh), and xwməθkwəy̓ əm (Musqueam) nations.
Show 55 minutes with a 15 min Q&A after the show.
Single tickets are $18 or get tickets to all 4 Family Series shows for just $60. General admission seating so come early to get 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.
This show is made possible thanks to funding from Teck Trail Operations, the BC Arts Council, BC Touring Council, the Government of Canada, and Tourism South Kootenay with support from Ferraro Foods and the Prestige Mountain Resort Rossland. We also gratefully acknowledge the financial support of the Province of British Columbia.

Silverton - Kootenay Winter Tour LEILA - Power Duet
2026-03-01 10:30 - 12:00 (America/Vancouver) | Silverton Gallery, Lake Avenue, Silverton, V0G 1S0
Scones & Jam Concert – Leila’s morning set of music will rotate through solo work, a power duet with jazz drummer Neil Gray, and a delicate string duet with New Denver’s own Anjuli Otter.
Enjoy homemade sourdough scones, coffee/tea, and stay later to learn some harmonies and sing through some of her tune’s choruses.
Ticket price is $35 and includes scones and coffee/tea. Tickets are available at the door but to ensure food and beverage quantities, ticket pre-purchase is encouraged. Simply send an e-transfer to admin@slocanlakeartscouncil.ca. Please include your name and the number of tickets desired.

Silverton - Neil Gray Music
2026-02-28 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Vancouver) | Silverton Memorial Hall, Silverton BC
He’s number 23 on the North American Campus College radio jazz and he is bringing his music through the Kootenays this winter with his newest record In the Streets. Drummer and composer Neil Gray plays the Memorial Hall in Silverton BC, February 28th.
Neil Gray is born and raised in BC and his new album speaks to the many people, places, and times Neil experienced during his time in the Vancouver jazz scene. Released October 31st 2025 on Canada’s jazz label Cellar Live, the album plays host to legendary Canadian jazz players like Cory Weeds on tenor sax, and Bruno Hubert on piano.
Joining him in New Denver will be renowned Canadian pianist David Restivo, bassist Douglas Stephenson, Kiyo Elkuf on the tenor sax, and trumpet. Celebrate new contemporary jazz music with an added shimmering guest appearance of vocalist Leila Naderi (also known as Leila Neverland), for a memorable evening of jazz.
To hear more, check out the All That Jazz radio segment that plays a tune off Neil’s album called For Those in the Back, at HR 1 Seg B, or find Neil’s full album on Bandcamp.
Tickets are $20 and pre-purchase is encouraged, just send an email to admin@slocanlakeartscouncil.ca and indicate your name and the number of tickets desired. Concert starts at 7pm. See you there!

Nakusp - Kootenay Winter Tour - LEILA
2026-02-27 18:30 - 20:00 (America/Vancouver) | Bonnington Arts Centre, 4th st and 6th Ave, Nakusp, V0G 1R0, Canada
Nakusp, you are in for a treat! Virtuoso composer vocalist and Kaslo Jazz Fest 2024 performer LEILA lands at the Bonnington Theatre February 27th as part of a small Kootenay winter tour with her band.
Acting as musical enchantress and captivating audiences with her interdisciplinary concerts, this tour will showcase her current work as she touches on stories of hardship, heartbreak, loss, love, and renewal.
See www.leilaneverland.com for more including her monthly newsletter with access to The Vault – an exclusive platform of unreleased tunes.
Doors open at 6:30pm.
Tickets are $20 and available at the door or pre-purchase at Bon Marche.

Revelstoke - Poetry in the Gallery | FREE
2026-02-26 18:30 - 20:00 (America/Vancouver) | Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre, 320 Wilson Street, Revelstoke, V0E 2S0
Poetry in the Gallery | FREE
Hosted by Emma Beck
Come spend a free evening surrounded by poetry, creativity, and community! Whether you’d like to read your own work, share a favorite poem, or just sit back and enjoy, everyone is invited. Bring a warm drink, settle into the cozy gallery space, and let yourself be inspired. This is a relaxed, judgment-free event where all voices are welcome—especially beginners!
Thursday, February 26
6:30pm – 8:00pm
February’s Theme: Growth
RVAC Main Gallery, 320 Wilson st.
All forms of poetry welcome
Open to all ages, Everyone is Welcome
No bookings required!
For our younger poets: All ages are encouraged to join these poetry nights, however please note that the last 45 minuets of this session will be reserved for adult content. Starting 7:15pm some material may not be suitable for younger audiences.

Nelson - Drawing Party! with Jim Holyoak and music by Jesse Lee
2026-02-26 16:30 - 19:30 (America/Vancouver) | Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery, 502 Vernon Street, Nelson, V1L 4E7, Canada
Drawing Party! with Jim Holyoak and music by Jesse Lee
Join us for a Drawing Party! Facilitated by local artist Jim Holyoak with live music by Jesse Lee. This will be a relaxed, social evening of drawing and music with an explorative approach to the creative process.
Pre-registration is required.
$5 for members and $10 for non-members.
Ages 14+
There will be a cash bar with a variety of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks available.
Go to the FB event for the link to register.

Trail: Ebony Roots, A Concert Celebration for Black History Month
2026-02-25 19:30 - 21:00 (America/Vancouver) | Bailey Theatre, 1501 Cedar Ave., Trail, BC
The Jazz at the Griff series, presented by Trail & District Arts Council, brings you Sound the Alarm’s “Ebony Roots”, on Wednesday, February 25 at 7:30 pm to Celebrate Black History Month.
Ebony Roots is a concert celebration of African Descent/Black music – from 300-year-old spirituals to Motown, and everything in between. It features a journey through Black music representing the evolving emancipation of the African-Descent community from the North American perspective.
This powerful and intimate concert journeys through prison work-songs, passionate spirituals, iconic songs from the stage, to the emergence of Black Soul, R&B, Blues and Motown, including a tribute to some of BC’s legacy artists.
The Artistic Team, as led by Brandon Thornhill and Olaf de Shield, designed this musical journey through Black music to be played by 6 musicians with 2 Vocalists, Keys, Bass, Drums, and Guitar.
This project was produced by Brandon Thornhill with support from Vancouver’s own award-winning company, Sound the Alarm: Music/Theatre (www.soundthealarm.ca) who is known for touring Music of the Night: The Concert Tour and A Whole New World.
Watch the trailer https://youtu.be/ELTAEw5u3wg
Single tickets are $30. Individual Ticket Under 30 years old (with ID): $15.
All individual tickets 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. Series passes available only by calling or visiting the Box Office.
The Jazz at the Griff series is made possible thanks to funding from McEwan Law, BC Arts Council, BC Touring Council, the Government of Canada, and Tourism South Kootenay. We also gratefully acknowledge the financial support of the Province of British Columbia.

Revelstoke - LINOCUT WORKSHOP
2026-02-24 18:00 - 20:30 (America/Vancouver) | Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre, 320 Wilson Street, Revelstoke, V0E 2S0
LINOCUT WORKSHOP
Hosted by Kira M
Explore the art of linocut printmaking and create expressive prints in this engaging, hands-on workshop. Ideal for individuals of all skill levels, this class is designed for those who want to grasp the fundamentals of relief printmaking, with no prior experience required.
Tuesday, February 24 6:00pm – 8:30pm
RVAC Printmaking Studio, 320 Wilson Street
Adults
$50 All materials included
Gain hands-on experience that will empower you to continue your printmaking journey at home. Open to adults, all necessary materials will be provided. Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to socialize, acquire a new skill, and thrive in a supportive and creative atmosphere!

Revelstoke - MUG NIGHT POTTERY WORKSHOP
2026-02-24 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Vancouver) | Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre, 320 Wilson Street, Revelstoke, V0E 2S0
MUG NIGHT POTTERY WORKSHOP
Hosted by Nancy Geismar
Create a unique, one-of-a-kind mug in this two-session workshop! You’ll be guided through the entire process, from hand building and embellishing to glazing. No prior pottery experience is needed to join our Mug Night, making this an ideal introduction to pottery. Whether you’re crafting a gift, exploring a new hobby, or simply looking for a fun night out, this class is perfect for you!
Tuesday, Feb. 24 (create a mug), Tuesday, March 10, glaze your mug. 6pm – 8pm
RVAC Pottery Studio, 320 Wilson st.
Adults
$75 per person, all materials included

Nelson - Stir the Pot: The History of Nelson's Food Culture
2026-02-22 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Vancouver) | Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery, 502 Vernon Street, Nelson, V1L 4E7, Canada
Stir the Pot: The History of Nelson’s Restaurants, Eateries, and Food Culture
From iconic restaurants like the Diamond Grill, Purple Lantern, and Mediterranean 57 to pancake breakfasts on Baker Street to fruit growing and jam making, this presentation for BC Heritage Week dives deeply (and deliciously) into Nelson’s culinary past. Presented by Greg Nesteroff and the Heritage Working Group.
Free event
Limited Space: reserve your seats here: https://form-can.keela.co/StirthePot
Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1683085119322173

A Tribute to the Songwriters of the 60's & 70's w/ Paul Allen Duo
2026-02-21 19:00 - 21:30 (America/Vancouver) | Fauquier Community Centre
A Tribute to the Songwriters of the 1960’s/70’s” by The Paul Allen Duo:
Sat. Feb.21st @ Fauquier Community Centre, Fauquier, BC from 7:00pm till 9:30pm.
Come out for a fun evening of laughter while you reminisce and singing along to classic covers with an artist that lived the era. Hear behind the scenes stories about the artists and songs and relive the nostalgia of the period.

Revelstoke - CHOPSTICK WORKSHOP
2026-02-21 13:00 - 15:00 (America/Vancouver) | Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre, 320 Wilson Street, Revelstoke, V0E 2S0
CHOPSTICK WORKSHOP
Hosted by Ken Talbot
Join us in the RVAC Woodshop for a fun and hands-on woodworking experience! In this two-hour workshop, you’ll learn to craft two sets of chopsticks under the guidance of local woodworker and wholesome hero Ken Talbot. No experience necessary — just bring your curiosity and enthusiasm.
Saturday, February 21
1pm – 3pm
$30 – All Materials Provided
RVAC Woodshop, 320 Wilson st.
No experience necessary

Argenta: Flax to Linen Workshop
2026-02-21 13:00 - 15:00 (America/Vancouver) | Argenta Community Hall, 1024 Argenta Rd, Argenta ., British Columbia, V0G1B0, Canada
Explore the full journey of flax from plant to fibre to linen.
Join us for a hands-on workshop that brings the ancient craft of linen-making to life. Participants will learn how flax, a plant well-suited to our bioregion, is transformed into soft, strong raw linen through traditional hand-processing techniques. All flax used in this workshop was grown in our community plot this year!
You’ll have the opportunity to try your hand at breaking, scutching, and hackling flax, learn about its cultivation and cultural history in the Kootenays, and explore how this plant fits into our regional fibre system today.
The tools used in these workshops are hand-crafted by local artisan Scott Fettes, using locally sourced wood and traditional joinery. Their creation was made possible through generous support from Columbia Basin Trust and Kootenay Savings Credit Union, helping us build a shared legacy of regional flax processing.
These workshops are part of our Flax to Linen Program, a regional initiative connecting communities across the West Kootenays to reimagine the potential of locally grown fibre crops. By learning together, we’re helping build the foundation for a bioregional linen economy rooted in soil health, community collaboration, and regenerative practice.
No experience is required. All materials and tools are provided.
Participant fees are subsidized thanks to CBT ReDi grants!
Note: Members receive 10% off all workshops. Look for your discount code in your inbox.
If you cannot find it in your inbox or spam folder, please contact info@westkootenayfibreshed.com

Trail: Ballet Jörgen, A Midsummer Night’s Dream
2026-02-18 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Vancouver) | Bailey Theatre, 1501 Cedar Ave., Trail, BC
The Trail & District Arts Council presents Canada’s preeminent classical touring ballet company Ballet Jörgen: A Midsummer Night’s Dream, at The Bailey Theatre on Wednesday, February 18 at 7:00 pm as part of the Performing Arts Trail series.
Ballet Jörgen presents William Shakespeare’s classic comedy with a Canadian twist.
William Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream is one of his most beloved comedies. As four Athenians mixed up in love and lost in a forest while trying to escape their families, a group of fairies, engaged in their own emotional misunderstandings, manipulate the humans.
The ballet is a lighthearted, humourous, and fun tale of love and, often misguided, magic set in motion by the mischievous trickster Puck.
Bengt Jörgen will bring this story to life in his own original ballet version as a tribute to Canada’s North. Ballet Jörgen’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream will bring out the magic of Northern Canada’s woodland and tundra landscapes and creatures of the forest such as moose, beavers, bears, and squirrels.
In addition to our professional dancers, each performance will include up to 10 age-appropriate roles for local young aspiring dancers, ages 9 to 17, through Ballet Jörgen’s Local Participant Program.
The ballet adaptation is set to Mendelssohn’s 1827 concert overture and 1843 instrumental score which includes the famous “Wedding March.”
This family-friendly ballet will captivate audiences of all ages and will warm the hearts of young and old alike.
The show includes 15-18 dancers including parts for up to 10 local participants.
Choreography: Bengt Jörgen, C.M. Music: Felix Mendelssohn
ABOUT BALLET JÖRGEN
Founded in 1987, Ballet Jörgen is a national organization headquartered in Toronto that is focused on making the arts accessible for all Canadians, with a special focus on underserved communities and demographics. Known for the warmth and beauty of its productions, Ballet Jörgen offers a range of performances, dance classes and community engagement events involving over 70,000 participants annually across North America.
Ballet Jörgen is the 2011 winner of The National Arts Centre Award for Distinguished Contribution to Touring. In 2019 Artistic Director & CEO Bengt Jörgen was appointed a Member of the Order of Canada “for his commitment to promoting ballet in Canada as a choreographer and artistic director.”
Single tickets are $42. Under 30 years and Community Access Card tickets are $21.
All tickets available online at trail-arts.com, by phone at 250-368-9669, and in person at the Bailey Box Office at 1501 Cedar Ave., Trail.
This performance is made possible thanks to our sponsors Century 21 (Kootenay Homes Ltd.,), Pharmasave Trail, TECK Trail Operations and the support of our funders the BC Arts Council, BC Live Performance Network, and the Government of Canada. We also gratefully acknowledge the financial support of the Province of British Columbia.

Revelstoke - Ring Workshop
2026-02-15 09:00 - 16:00 (America/Vancouver) | Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre, 320 Wilson Street, Revelstoke, V0E 2S0
RING WORKSHOP
Hosted by Dana Cloghesy
Spend the day at the Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre learning the art of silver jewelry making. In this workshop, you’ll design, texture, and shape your own custom ring, then finish it to a smooth polish. By the end of the class, you’ll walk away with a one-of-a-kind piece of jewelry that you made yourself.
Sunday, February 15
9am – 4pm
$210 – All Materials Provided
RVAC Jailcell Studio, 320 Wilson st.
No experience necessary
This class focuses on pure silver

Nelson - THE LATIN LOVERS Valentine's Day Show ft. FATTYCAKES
2026-02-14 20:00 - 2026-02-15 01:30 (America/Vancouver) | Finley’s Bar $ Grill, 705 Vernon St, Nelson, BC, V1L 4G3, Canada
Get ready to sizzle with fiery Latin rhythms and spicy vinyl beats courtesy of our special guest, FATTYCAKES! We’ve got a night bursting with electrifying surprises.
Finley’s is rolling out a dinner and drink special, so arrive early and stay late as you dance the night away. Dress to impress, lace up those dancing shoes, and let’s set the stage ablaze! Show starts at 8pm. Tickets are $25 online and $30 at the door.

Location: Finley’s Bar and Grill

Time and Date: February 14th, 8pm-1:30am

Organizer: THE LATIN LOVERS

Phone: 250-777-7572

Email: thelatinlovers.bc@gmail.com

Website: www.thelatinloversmusic.com

Tickets: https://thelatinloversmusic.com/event/6394119/748516707/the-latin-lovers-valentine-s-day

Nakusp - Winter Blues Dance
2026-02-14 19:30 - 2026-02-15 00:30 (America/Vancouver) | Nakusp Legion, 404 1st St NW,, Nakusp, BC, British Columbia, Canada
Dance party with the funk dance band Lisalicious this Saturday night!
Arrow Lakes District Arts Council Society is Having a Party to break up the winter blues.
Share the night with family, friends, community, dancing, appetizers, door prize and 50/50.
Nakusp Legion
Advance tickets at Bon Marche
Early bird $20 till January 31, 2026
Regular $25 at the door.
Doors open at 7:30pm
Music by Lisalisious starts at 8:30pm

Salmo - Poetry Zine Crafting Night
2026-02-13 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Vancouver) | Salmo Art Church, 304 Main St., Salmo, V0G1Z0
Poetry Zine Crafting Night with Jordyn Baird!
Bring your printed out poetry or email it ahead of time-come make a zine with us! Get published in a printed zine that will be distributed for free!
Feb 13 6-8pm at the Salmo Art Church at 304 Main St.
Snacks included, donations welcomed.
RSVP, Questions or info email jordynbaird321@gmail.com

Revelstoke: ARTIST TALK | RACHEL PRINS
2026-02-08 16:00 - 17:00 (America/Vancouver) | Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre, 320 Wilson Street, Revelstoke, V0E 2S0
ARTIST TALK | FREE
Hosted by Rachel Prins
We’re excited to invite you to a special afternoon with exhibiting artist Rachel Prins as she shares insights into her practice and her exhibition The Dawn Chorus.
Sunday, February 8th
3pm – 4pm
RVAC Main Gallery, 320 Wilson St.
Free – Everyone Welcome
This is a wonderful opportunity to hear directly from Rachel about the inspirations behind her work, her creative process, and the themes she explores in her art. Whether you’re a fellow artist, an art enthusiast, or simply curious, this talk promises to be inspiring and thought-provoking.

Trail: Presto! The Great Lambrusco
2026-02-07 15:00 - 16:00 (America/Vancouver) | Bailey Theatre, 1501 Cedar Ave., Trail, BC
The Rossland Council for Arts and Culture and Trail & District Arts Council TOGETHER present PRESTO! by Nayana Fielkov, a comedic show for kids 5 to 12 years old and their families to enjoy together. The show is on Saturday, February 7 at 3 pm at the Rossland Miners Hall as part of the TECK Family Series.
Presto! The Great Lambrusco turns scarves into eggs! Coins appear from thin air, and a cupcake gets baked in a shoe! In this comedic unfolding, the audience finds out that illusions are not reality, and that to find true magic, we must slow down, observe, and listen.
Real magic, real comedy, real entertainment for the whole family!
Watch the trailer https://youtu.be/kJoyUj-gsq4
Suitable for ages 5 to 12 years old. 60 minutes.
Acclaimed performing artist Nayana Fielkov has performed at festivals and venues across the country with her genre-bending approach to theatre. She is co-creator of award-winning RAGMOP Theatre, Habitats, Underbelly, and The Myrtle Sisters, and is a founding member of the Dusty Flowerpot Cabaret.
Single tickets are $18 or get tickets to all 4 Family Series shows for just $60. General admission seating so come early to get 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.
This show is made possible thanks to funding from Teck Trail Operations, the BC Arts Council, BC Touring Council, the Government of Canada, and Tourism South Kootenay with support from Ferraro Foods and the Prestige Mountain Resort Rossland. We also gratefully acknowledge the financial support of the Province of British Columbia.

Workshop: Métis-Style Beaded Leather Mittens (Day 2 of 2)
2026-02-07 09:00 - 16:00 (America/Edmonton) | Fernie Aquatic Centre Multi-Purpose Room, 250 Pine Ave, Fernie, BC, V0B1M2, Canada
Learn to bead and hand sew a pair of beautiful Métis / Indigenous style mittens. Some experience hand and machine sewing is helpful, but enthusiasm will work too!
This 2 day course will occur over 2 weekends: Saturday, Jan 31, 9:30 – 4:00 and Saturday, Feb 7, 9:30 – 4:00 MST.
This will allow time to complete essential elements before assembling the mitten. A sewing machine for your liners is useful but not required.
The cost is $200, supplies included.
The Elk Valley Metis Association will provide sponsorship for Metis / Indigenous persons.
Advanced registration is required, 15 persons max.

Kimberley: Unusual Angles - Open Adjudicated Art Exhibit
2026-02-05 - 2026-03-01 | Art Gallery Kimberley at “The Laundromat”, 167 Deer Park Avenue, Kimberley
Celebrating visual art and The Kootenays at Art Gallery Kimberley.
artgallerykimberley.com

Arts & Culture Grants from CKCA: Q&A Sessions
2026-02-04 16:00 - 17:00, 2026-02-03 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-01-28 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Vancouver) | Online
JOIN US FOR A CKCA Q&A SESSION

West Kootenay Fibreshed

Do you have an idea for a project that focuses on arts and culture? Grants from the Columbia Kootenay Cultural Alliance (CKCA) could help.
These grants—funded by Columbia Basin Trust and managed by the West Kootenay Regional Arts Council—are available for all art disciplines, for both individuals and arts and culture organizations in the Columbia Basin.
CKCA’s next application period will open January 12, 2026, and close February 20, 2026, or March 6, 2026, depending on the program.
Q&A sessions
To learn more about these grants and how to apply, attend one of our FREE question-and-answer sessions. The events all take place online through Zoom.
REGISTER NOW IN THE ONE THAT WORKS FOR YOU!

Tuesday, January 27, 2026: 4 p.m. Pacific / 5 p.m. Mountain
Wednesday, January 28, 2026: noon Pacific / 1 p.m. Mountain
Tuesday, February 3, 2026: noon Pacific / 1 p.m. Mountain
Wednesday, February 4, 2026: 4 p.m. Pacific / 5 p.m. Mountain

Before you attend a session, we encourage you to watch the latest video about the specific program you’re considering applying to. Note: these videos will be available as of January 12, 2026, when the programs launch. To find the video, select the program that interests you and navigate to that program’s page. Afterwards, come to the Q&A session with your questions.
If you have questions about your specific project, rather than the programs themselves, contact us directly instead of asking them during a session.

Trail: Josephine, a burlesque cabaret dream play
2026-02-02 19:30 - 21:00 (America/Vancouver) | Charles Bailey Theatre, 1501 Cedar Ave, Trail, British Columbia, V1R 4C7, Canada
The Trail & District Arts Council presents international award-winning one-woman biographical musical Josephine, a burlesque cabaret dream play, at The Bailey Theatre on Monday, February 2 at 7:30 pm as part of the Performing Arts Trail series.
Critically-acclaimed off-Broadway and International touring show Josephine, a burlesque cabaret dream play returns to the West Kootenays with new content, new songs, and some stunning new costumes. A combination of cabaret, theatre and dance, Tymisha Harristells the story of the iconic Josephine Baker, the first African-American international superstar and one of the most remarkable figures of the 20th Century.
Please note this show has Parental Advisory: Mature Content, including nudity and suggestive artistic display.
Josephine Baker was born in St. Louis in 1906, and while only achieving moderate success in the United States, she became an international superstar after moving to France in the early 1920’s. She starred alongside white romantic leading men in films in the 30’s, had multiple interracial marriages and homosexual relationships, and performed in men’s clothing before the term “drag” existed in the lexicon.
Josephine was also a spy for the French Resistance, a civil rights activist, and the mother of 12 adopted children from 4 continents. Her success in France and Europe often gave her the opportunity to live freely without the racial oppression of her home nation, though she never stopped yearning for acceptance in America.
Josephine debuted at the 2016 San Diego Fringe Festival where it won “Outstanding Solo Performance” and “Best Show”. Josephine toured throughout North America in 2017, picking up awards and 5 star reviews at every stop, including the 2017 Fringe Encore series award for “Outstanding Production” award. For the off-Broadway run at Soho Playhouse, where it sold out performances and received high critical acclaim., Tymisha Harris was nominated for a 2018 Vivian Robinson AUDELCO Award for Outstanding Solo Performance.
Then, in the summer of 2018, the show traveled across Canada to five festivals, and was the top selling show at every one of them, earning another dozen awards. And, in 2020, the show received rave reviews, sold out and extended its run at the Adelaide Fringe Festival (the second largest in the world), and received a coveted “Critics Circle Award”.
Josephine “…is a perfect piece of theatre for the time we are currently in” ★★★★★ – Plays To See NYC
“In a period of profound division in the world, we are excited to present the story of a woman who broke boundaries of race, gender, and sexuality in a time before America had begun coming to terms with the concept of diversity.” – Producer/Director/co-Creator Michael Marinaccio
Tymisha Harris (aka “Tush”) has been performing professionally for over 25 years. Her early credits include assistant choreographer and backup dancing for the 90’s pop group N*SYNC, backup dancer for LFO, and a featured role in the hit movie series “Bring It On”. More recent endeavors include the national tour of “Rock of Ages”, a European tour with the innovative and world-renowned Pilobulus Dance Theater Company, and founding member and Assistant Director/Choreographer of the successful Orlando based troupe, VarieTease.
Single tickets are $30. Under 30 years is $15.
All tickets available online at trail-arts.com, by phone at 250-368-9669, and in person at the Bailey Box Office at 1501 Cedar Ave., Trail.
This performance celebrates Black History month and is made possible thanks to our sponsors Century 21 (Kootenay Homes Ltd.,), Pharmasave Trail, TECK Trail Operations and the support of our funders the BC Arts Council, BC Live Performance Network, and the Government of Canada. We also gratefully acknowledge the financial support of the Province of British Columbia.

Workshop: Métis-Style Beaded Leather Mittens (Day 1 of 2)
2026-01-31 09:00 - 16:00 (America/Edmonton) | Fernie Aquatic Centre Multi-Purpose Room, 250 Pine Ave, Fernie, BC, V0B1M2, Canada

Revelstoke: POETRY IN THE GALLERY | FREE
2026-01-29 18:30 - 20:00 (America/Vancouver) | Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre, 320 Wilson Street, Revelstoke, V0E 2S0
POETRY IN THE GALLERY | FREE
Hosted by Emma Beck
Come spend a free evening surrounded by poetry, creativity, and community! Whether you’d like to read your own work, share a favourite poem, or just sit back and enjoy, everyone is invited. Bring a warm drink, settle into the cozy gallery space, and let yourself be inspired. This is a relaxed, judgment-free event where all voices are welcome—especially beginners!
Thursday, January 29
6:30pm – 8:00pm
Novembers Theme: “Inspiration”
RVAC Main Gallery, 320 Wilson st.
All forms of poetry welcome
No bookings required!
For our younger poets: All ages are encouraged to join these poetry nights, however please note that the last 45 minuets of this session will be reserved for adult content. Starting at 7:15pm some material may not be suitable for younger audiences.

Revelstoke: WOMEN & NB INTRO TO POWER TOOLS
2026-01-28 18:00 - 2026-02-25 20:30 (America/Vancouver) | Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre, 320 Wilson Street, Revelstoke, V0E 2S0
WOMEN & NB INTRO TO POWER TOOLS
Hosted by Elynyd Benjamin
Step into a safe and supportive space where you can gain skills with power tools and build your confidence in woodworking. Whether you’re a beginner or have some experience, this female led workshop is designed to help you flourish.
Instructor Elynyd Benjamin, a Red Seal Carpenter since 2015 and a graduate of the Fine Woodworking Program in Nelson B.C., will guide you through your intro to power tools journey with a series of small take-home projects.
Most materials are included, however participants are required to bring their own safety glasses, pencil, and tape measure.
$220 per person
5 weeks (extended from 4)
Tuesdays | January 27 – February 24
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Wednesdays | January 28 – February 25
6:00pm – 8:30pm
RVAC woodshop, 320 Wilson St.
Open to those who identify as women & non-binary folks
Ages 19+
No experience required
