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Join us for First Fridays and the self guided Art Walk in Invermere and the Columbia Valley. A monthly evening event where Arts and the Community collide! Consisting of local galleries, artist studios, live music, local food and good times, First Fridays is a great way to enjoy some East Kootenay Culture in the heart […] 
Enjoy a self-guided walking tour with our map/brochure of sculptures created by local, regional, and national artists. Vote for your favourite! 
Interested in Choral Singing? Nelson Choral Singers fall session begins Sept 13, with practices Wednesdays 7-9 pm at the Nelson United Church under the direction of Kathleen Neudorf. Concert Dec 9 & 10 at the Capitol Theatre. Info at nelsonchoralsingers.org 
The Kootenay Gallery’s Christmas at the Gallery Show opens on Friday, November 17th, and runs until December 23rd. Visitors will recognize many beloved and familiar vendors amongst the 100 artisans who will have new work to offer for those looking for just that right gift. We will also welcome a number of first-time vendors who […]
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The Winter Group Show is under way at Studio Connexion Art Gallery! VISIT – VIEW – ENJOY…perhaps FALL IN LOVE with the artworks by our talented artists.
Free
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Free event! Collaborative art as tribute to Hilma af Klint, a recognised female genius of abstract art, whose artworks were locked in a vault to be released 50 years after her death. Facilitated by Jacqueline Wedge. Sound healing session with a local sound healer Qusie, Chi Kung healing session with Zora followed by a self- […]
Free
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Join us for an exclusive sneak peek of our soon-to-be-launched Digital Museums Canada exhibit – Gold Mining to Gold Medals: A Century of Ski Racing in Rossland, showcasing the adrenaline-fueled adventures and enduring community spirit of our local skiers. Engage with passionate volunteers, explore our preservation efforts, and get inspired by our plans for the […]
Free
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6 events,
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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 […]
$5
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8 events,
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This bi-weekly club encourages creative growth and exploration, with supportive and themed topics that allow for participants to develop their own visual identity. Instructor, Erin Shuttleworth, focuses on a process-based practice, so she will help encourage members to experiment, research and make mistakes, leading to new and exciting outcomes as the year progresses. When: Thursdays […]
$150
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Based in the rustic Kootenay mountains of Western Canada, Nathan Gurley and Sean Rodman of nationally renowned electro-folk duo Moontricks draw inspiration from the ongoing cycles of the natural world. Both volatile and constant—like nature’s best offerings—the band finds solace and beauty in the fusion of seemingly disparate elements. There’s a kind of technicolor campfire […]
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The Prince and the Pauper: 34th Annual Pantomime Tickets Adult $20 30 and Under $12 Family of 4 $50 Or choose the “Pay It Forward” ticket option to purchase your seat. This option will add the cost of an additional ticket which supports the Capitol’s ticket voucher program. What happens when you step into someone […] |
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Film Screening of the Meaningless Pursuit of Snow +Live music & silent auction FRIDAY, DECEMBER 1 6:45-9:00 PM @ NELSON UNITED CHURCH 602 SILICA ST NELSON, BC TICKETS ONLY $10!! https://www.friendsofkootenaylake.ca/the-meaningless…/ Trailer: https://www.patagonia.com/…/the…/video-144108.html ALL PROCEEDS GOING TO THE Friends of Kootenay Lake Stewardship Society Event details: https://fb.me/e/1EfEWgWyX
$10
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Friday DECEMBER 1st 7pm! Come to the Royal in Nelson to rock out to a stacked lineup in support for the DEBUT ALBUM RELEASE from the ripping garage psych rockers BITTER//WASHED. Released on vinyl by local indie label Bandwidth Records.
$20
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The Prince and the Pauper: 34th Annual Pantomime Tickets Adult $20 30 and Under $12 Family of 4 $50 Or choose the “Pay It Forward” ticket option to purchase your seat. This option will add the cost of an additional ticket which supports the Capitol’s ticket voucher program. What happens when you step into someone […] |
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Arrow Lakes Fine Arts is holding a Christmas Wreath Fundraiser Sale on Saturday December 2, from 10am to 3pm at the Seniors Hall located at 210 8th Ave, Nakusp BC. Traditional and unconventional wreaths are created and donated by members of the community. Event is free to attend.
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More than 30 vendors will offer unique gifts and goodies, with twinkly music and a chilli lunch to make everything warm and jolly.
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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 […]
$6 – $8
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Sun Dec 3rd noon – 4pm @ The Royal in Nelson. WINTER EDITION Showcasing some of Nelson’s finest crafters, curators and artisans, its shopping with a mimosa in your hand! FREE
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The Prince and the Pauper: 34th Annual Pantomime Tickets Adult $20 30 and Under $12 Family of 4 $50 Or choose the “Pay It Forward” ticket option to purchase your seat. This option will add the cost of an additional ticket which supports the Capitol’s ticket voucher program. What happens when you step into someone […] |
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Dec 5, 7:30 pm. Start the Christmas season with the warm concert band sounds of classical music and Christmas carols. Special guests the brass chorale Weinachtsmarktblechmusikanten. Nelson First Baptist Church, 611 5th st.
$10
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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.
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This bi-weekly club encourages inquisitiveness and exploration, with a supportive environment and monthly topics to focus activities. Participants will experiment with materials, style and subject matter to develop their confidence and support future artistic growth. When: Wednesdays (bi-weekly) 3:30pm-4:30pm Duration: Fall session: Sept 13-Dec 6 Winter session: Jan 17-May 22 Age: 7 – 10 Class […]
$150
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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 […]
$5
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8 events,
Show your Nelson & District Credit Union member card and receive 20% off everything in the Nelson Museum Shop! Pick up some one-of-a-kind holiday gifts, a stunning new painting, or a heap of stocking stuffers – with over 100 artists represented, shopping local has never been easier!
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This bi-weekly club encourages creative growth and exploration, with a supportive environment and monthly topics to investigate and ask questions about. Participants will be tasked with finding their own style, experimenting with materials, and starting to develop their own art-making process. When: Thursdays (bi-weekly) 3:30pm-4:30pm Duration: Fall session: Sept 14-Dec 7 Winter session: Jan 18-May […]
$150
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Put that special touch on your holiday cards by making your own! Join us for a FREE papercraft workshop with Jenine Lillian at the Museum on Thursday, December 7 from 5-7pm. Materials provided but you are encouraged to bring your own inspiration! No registration required.
Free
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Thurs Dec 7th 8pm at The Royal in Nelson Experience a fusion of talk and tunes on ‘Setting the Vibe’ Host Shiraz DeVille delves into the musical journey of Onezie Parade- discussing their fresh sound, latest tracks and the band’s evolution. FREE |
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Come join the Twin Rivers Community Choir and Rossland Glee Club for an evening of music and song! Dec. 8th & 9th. 7PM Brilliant Cultural Centre, 1876 Brilliant Rd, Castlegar, BC V1N 4K2. Concessions available. Advance tickets available (cash only) at Mountain High Lighting in Castlegar, and Bear Country Kitchen in Rossland. $15 Adults / $10 […]
$10 – $15
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Black Productions Presents Freezing Point: A Play Reading Series Bordertown Cafe by Kelly Rebar Directed by Pat Henman Featuring: Scott Thorp Sydney Black Don Thompson Dorothy Dalba Friday, December 8th 7:30pm Nelson United Church 10$ donation at the door What exactly is a play reading? A play reading is the most basic version of a […]
$10
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Continuum – CAPITOL SEASON Adult $35 30 and Under $31.50 Artists Natasha Hall (Violin), Slava Doval (Dancer) and Acacia Schachte (Dancer) Classical violinist Natasha Hall and movement artists Acacia Schachte and Slava Doval team up to offer a unique collaboration in music and dance. Experience the mesmerizing and expressive dance as you journey through Bach’s […] |
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Sung in Spanish and inspired by the magical realism of Gabriel García Márquez, Mexican composer Daniel Catán’s 1996 opera focuses on an opera diva, Florencia Grimaldi, who returns to her native Brazil to perform and search for her lost lover, who has vanished into the jungle. Live Streamed Met Opera, held at The Royal Theatre […]
$28.00
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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 […]
$6 – $8
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Come for the market, stay for the square dance! Experience some holiday cheer & delicious food with the folks of Argenta on Dec. 9th, at the Argenta Hall. Vendor’s market from noon – 5pm, with a bonfire & square dance to follow.
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Two local choirs — Nelson Choral Singers and Cottonwood Singers — join forces for a big beautiful choral celebration. Directed by Kathleen Neudorf and Noémi Kiss, with Christoph Martens on piano and some of Nelson’s finest jazz musicians: Dave Restivo, Steve Parish, Rob Fahie and vocal soloist Aryn Sheriff. Two performances at the Capitol Theatre: […]
$22
Let it Shine: Two choirs, one big beautiful concert Nelson Choral Singers and Cottonwood Singers Choir directors Kathleen Neudorf (Nelson Choral Singers) and Noémi Kiss (Cottonwood Singers) join forces to create one big beautiful choral celebration: “Let It Shine.” Two local choirs, some 75 singers, a jazz trio, and a whole lot of joyful sound. […]
$22
Let it Shine: Two choirs, one big beautiful concert Nelson Choral Singers and Cottonwood Singers Choir directors Kathleen Neudorf (Nelson Choral Singers) and Noémi Kiss (Cottonwood Singers) join forces to create one big beautiful choral celebration: “Let It Shine.” Two local choirs, some 75 singers, a jazz trio, and a whole lot of joyful sound. […]
$22
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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 […]
$5
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Admission by Donation at the Door – Proceeds to the Salvation Army Christmas Hamper Fund. General Admission – no reserved seating. Get into the festive spirit! Trail Rotary Club’s annual Carol Fest is back! The carol concert is a fundraiser for the Salvation Army Christmas Hamper Fund and features several local choirs including the St. […]
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This bi-weekly club encourages creative growth and exploration, with supportive and themed topics that allow for participants to develop their own visual identity. Instructor, Erin Shuttleworth, focuses on a process-based practice, so she will help encourage members to experiment, research and make mistakes, leading to new and exciting outcomes as the year progresses. When: Thursdays […]
$150
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We have 32 Handmade, Local Vendors for our Homespun Event at the Nelson and District R&G Club. Need a last min holiday gift or something for yourself? Our Homespun Vendor line up is live on our website. Friday 10-7 Saturday 10-5 $2 at the door 12 and under free https://www.kootenayartisanfair.com/dec-homespun-vendors
$2. – $12
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Out of the Ordinary a Makers Market. It is a 2 day event, Dec 15th FRIDAY afternoon/evening market, and Dec 17th SUNDAY market. (the hall was already booked on the saturday) Dec 15th 3-9 Dec 17th 12-6 Located at the Eagles Lodge – 641 Baker st NELSON 30 different vendors each day! This is a […]
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The 17th Annual Christmas CrankOff returns to Spiritbar at the Hume Hotel on Friday & Saturday, December 15th and 16th, 2023! Nelson’s traditional Xmas event full of good cheer, gifts for the girls and boys, plenty of shenanigans, debauchery and HIGH VOLTAGE ROCK N’ ROLL. And making their LONG awaited return to the stage for […]
$25
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Join us on Saturday, December 16 for Community Day at the Museum! Learn papercrafting techniques to make your own holiday cards with Jenine from 1-3pm, enjoy some snacks and treats, and check out the new exhibitions Elevation and Give or Take a Few Million Years – admission is FREE all day! While you’re here – […]
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The AFKO ( West Kootenay Francophone Association) invites you to its Winter Celebation.The purchase of a ticket includes a brunch service, an indigenuous story telling, a scavemger hunt for kids, and musical animation.
$26
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It’s all about twinkly family fun. Seasonal music, fun activities, and Taghum Youth Presents “How the Grinch Stole Christmas” are all part of this festive event. A “kids only” market is a great place for kids to find highly affordable gifts for family and friends. Rumour has it that the Jolly Old Elf himself will […]
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Out of the Ordinary a Makers Market. It is a 2 day event, Dec 15th FRIDAY afternoon/evening market, and Dec 17th SUNDAY market. (the hall was already booked on the saturday) Dec 15th 3-9 Dec 17th 12-6 Located at the Eagles Lodge – 641 Baker st NELSON, 30 different vendors each day! This is a […]
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Christmas songs by request! Robyn Lamb will host and lead us in a joyful celebration of singing and cheer! Admission by donation. Sunday Dec. 17th at 3:00pm Nelson United Church 602 Silica St. Nelson
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Wed Dec 20th 6:30pm @ The Royal in Nelson An open mic poetry slam featuring poets from nelson and whomever else should show up and sign in! $5-10 at the door
$5 – $10
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An open mic poetry slam featuring poets from Nelson and whomever else should show up and sign in. At The Royal, in Nelson, December 20th @6:30pm $5-$10
$5 – $10
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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 […]
$5
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A quiet and reflective service for those experiencing grief, loss or complicated feelings about the holidays. You are welcome to light a candle, sit with the dark and listen to poetry and music to soothe the soul. ? Thu Dec 21 2023 at 07:00 pm (GMT-08:00)? Nelson United Church, 602 Silica Street,Nelson,BC,Canada |
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‘Tis the dance before Xmas at Finley’s Bar and Grill as White Lightning Blues, Rock and Boogie Band returns to deliver another great night of dance music. Suggested Cover $10. White Lightning Blues, Rock and Boogie Band is a highly danceable 6-piece band from Nelson BC with a distinctive twin guitar plus harmonica sound. They […] 
These cool cats have taken inspiration from the jazzy and swingin’ scene of 1930s and 1940s Paris to create a style that beckons back to the days of Django Reinhardt and his contemporaries!
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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 […]
$6 – $8
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Drop by the Museum between 12 and 4 pm on Saturday, December 23rd to help out Santa’s elves for the day! We’ll be making toys, crafting Christmas decorations, and enjoying some festive games, yummy treats, and holiday films. We’ll also pull out our toboggans and our kid-sized snowshoes for some winter fun! Entry by donation […]
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Featuring DOSE MR.MORISON THROBEKK ALISINA and an ugly sweater contest!
$20
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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 […]
$5
Dance off those turkey dinners at the Boxing Day Bash ?. We will have both rooms open with 5 local favourites ready to get your booties shakin’, so get your tickets and book your rooms for some good old Boxing Day shenanigans. Advance tickets are $10.
$10
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Come on down to Torchlight Brewing Co. in Nelson, every Friday, for some end of the week week good times and great tunes! |
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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 […]
$6 – $8
It’s an art battle with two rounds featuring three artists at a time going head to head with one hour to create a piece of art! The crowd votes and raffle tickets can be bought to support the artists and win the pieces made that night! Brought to you by Paradise Painting! FREE
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We’re back for Round 2 of ‘The Royal Art Throwdown’!!! To continue the holiday fun we will have 6 new local artists up on stage doing their thing! If you haven’t caught a Throwdown before this is how it plays out. Two heats of three artists will take to the stage throughout the night and […]
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"Jesus Christ Superstar," directed by Brenda Burley. Comprising an exceptionally talented local cast and crew, Jesus Christ Superstar is a tale of betrayal, fear, frustration, and sacrifice set to some of the most memorable music ever composed. 
Dress up in your finest gold attire and kiss 2023 goodbye with us! We have a dazzling gold themed musical journey planned with performances from @damienalblas @parispicktheprick and @john.from.dawson ?. Grab your tickets here and get ready dance the night away!
$25
Ring in the new year with your friends at The Flying Steamshovel. Local hearthrobs, truckvancar will be performing from 9pm – 1am! Doors @ 9pm Music from 10pm Tickets $35 Includes Entry for the Show + A glass of bubbly at midnight. Open for regular dinner service ahead of 9pm, no cover.
$35
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Taghum Hall invites folks to start the year off on a new beat with two workshops and a concert. Djembe drum Grand Master Michael Taylor offers afternoon and evening workshops (3:30 – 5pm and 7 – 8:30pm). Taylor is the Director of the Chicago branch of the Tam Tam Mandingue Djembe Academy and the founder […]
$35.00
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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.
by-donation
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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 […]
$5
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Ancient Babylon comes to life in a classic Met staging of biblical proportions. Baritone George Gagnidze makes his Met role debut as the imperious king Nabucco, alongside soprano Liudmyla Monastyrska reprising her thrilling turn as his vengeful daughter Abigaille. Live Streamed Met Opera, held at The Royal Theatre in Trail BC
$28.00
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Kick off the New Year with Art! The North Kootenay Lake Arts Council invites everyone to join in celebrating local artists at the Salon of The Arts exhibit at the Langham Galleries. Show opens Saturday January 6th at 7pm…come and enjoy local arts, cake, and refreshments. |
