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Weekly Tango Mini Lesson & Practice

Christie Lee’s Hall 807-703 Radio Ave, Nelson, BC, 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 […]

$5

Rossland Gallery Series Opening – Jaydlyn Joan

Rossland Museum & Discovery Centre 1100 Hwy 3B | Junction of Hwys 3B & 22, Rossland, BC, Canada

The Rossland Museum & Discovery Centre Gallery Series continues with a special showing of local artist Jaydlyn Joan’s work, “Burning the Koots!” Join us on opening night at 5:30 pm, September 26th for an address from the artist, refreshments, and time to take in the new exhibit with friends. Come check out Jaydlyn’s incredible pyrography […]

STOODIS Indigenous Film Festival

Nelson Civic Theatre 719 Vernon St Suite 103, Nelson, BC, Canada

In 2023, the STOODIS Indigenous Film Festival debuted, exploring the film industry's "Colonial Gaze" and immersing audiences in authentic Indigenous narratives. Thomas King's words, "The truth about stories, is that's all we are," underscored the festival's emphasis on the profound impact of storytelling, particularly on youth. The festival's design draws inspiration from the Medicine Wheel, […]

‘Utopia Unveiled’ Closing Party

Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery 502 Vernon Street, Nelson, Canada

We wrap up the Utopia Unveiled exhibition at the Nelson Museum with a closing party with performances from Carol Gaskin and Laura Landsberg. Gaskin’s performance, Untangling: The Art of Honouring Ancestors, features collage video and poetry reading. Landsberg’s piece, Lines: tracing an unconventional story through Poetry and Music uses song, poetry, and art to craft spontaneous […]

Free

Sexsmith at Sixty

The Capitol Theatre 421 Victoria Street, Nelson, British Columbia, Canada

Sexsmith At Sixty – Capitol Season Adult $35 Senior #31.50 Under 30 $10 Ron Sexsmith is one of Canada’s most accomplished singer-songwriters. He has collaborated with the likes of Daniel Lanois, Mitchell Froom, Ane Brun, Tchad Blake, and Bob Rock. His songwriting appears on albums from Rod Stewart, Michael Bublé, k.d. lang, Emmylou Harris and […]

Guided Cold War Bunker tours

Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery 502 Vernon Street, Nelson, 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 […]

$6 – $8

Hippie Happening dance with Paisley Groove

Nakusp 608 Broadway Street, Nakusp, British Columbia, Canada

ALFA Guild Nakusp presents Hippie Happening live music/dance with Paisley Groove. Sept 28 at the Nakusp Arena Auditorium. 19+ Doors at 8:30, Band 9pm, last call 11:30pm Tickets: $25 avail at the Nakusp Bon Marche and Homegrown Market. Avail at the Silverton General Store starting August 29th. Also avail from Karen 250-863-7633 for pickup the […]

$25.00

Yaq̓it ʔa·knuqⱡi ‘it Flag Raising

Fernie City Hall 501 3rd Ave, Fernie

The City of Fernie is honoured to be joining Yaq̓it ʔa·knuqⱡi ‘it Leadership for a flag raising ceremony on September 30, the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.National Truth and Reconciliation Day is a day to honour the Residential School Survivors, the children who never returned home, their families and communities, and the inter-generational impacts […]

National Truth and Reconciliation Day and Orange Shirt Day

Saint Eugene Mission

Join us on September 30th at 10am.We will gather in front of the St Eugene mission. From there we will walk to Crying Hill together. Lunch will follow. Everyone is welcome. Show your support. Wear some orange.

Orange Shirt Day

1801 Connors Road

Orange Shirt Day is a significant occasion dedicated to recognizing the enduring impact of Canada’s residential school system on Indigenous communities. This day is a powerful reminder of the resilience of Indigenous peoples and the ongoing need for reconciliation and understanding. For several years, COINS Elders and Staff have organized a public event to acknowledge […]

Walk and Gathering for Truth and Reconciliation

110 2nd Street 110 2nd Street, Revelstoke

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National Truth and Reconciliation Day

Lakeside Park Nelson, Canada

THE WEST KOOTENAY METIS SOCIETY WILL HOST AN OPEN TRC DAY AT LAKESIDE PARK IN NELSON INDIGENOUS VENDORS ARE WELCOME TO PARTICIPATE AND ENGAGE WITH THE LOCAL COMMUNITY !!! WE WELCOME ALL / ANY DRUMMERS AND SUPPORTIVE COMMUNITY MEMBERS, SHARE STORIES AND EXPERIENCE IN A SAFE AND RESPECTFUL WAY. Following the 12pm closing ceremonies of […]