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Taylor’s Version – Dance Party

Spiritbar 422 Vernon St, Nelson, British Columbia

Taylor’s Version – a Taylor Swift dance party. Join us on July 13th at Spiritbar (19+) to dance and sing to your favourite Taylor Swift songs, take pics in the photo booth, and make friendship bracelets. All proceeds from this event will be donated to Nelson Pride.

$15

The Art of Adornment

VISAC Gallery 1501 Cedar Avenue, Trail

Experience the artistry up close and personal in this exhibition that explores themes of environment, technology and self-expression. Participants of The Art of Adornment designed wearable art for this juried fashion show. Presented in collaboration with the Rossland Council for Arts and Culture (RCAC). Events and Activities: August 10-11 @ 10am-5pm: Visit the VISAC Gallery […]

Free

Author Event: Joseph Kakwinokanasum

Huckleberry Books Inc 16 9 Ave S, Cranbrook, BC

Named a "Rising Star" by the Writer's Trust of Canada, and described as a "born storyteller," Joseph Kakwinokanasum will be reading from his first novel, My Indian Summer. This event is free, but due to limited space, they ask you reserve your seat by clicking the link here.

KHC Summer Kicks- Qairo

Keith King Park 1501 Maple Dr., Golden, BC

Wednesday Night from 7-9, Free outdoor concert at Keith King Park: Golden BC. Qairo (pronounced Cairo) is a passionate and innovative septet whose pan-Mediterranean sound combines the fire of flamenco with a heady blend of Turkish micro-tonality, highly charged Balkan rhythms, and spicy Middle Eastern melodies. Singer Alejandro Mendia and dancers Lia Grainger and Deborah […]

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

July Exhibition Opening

Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre 320 Wilson Street, Revelstoke

Join us for an exciting evening as we celebrate the works of six dedicated artists. Enjoy live music, an affordable bar, and great company. Whether you’re a long-time gallery patron or new to Revelstoke’s art scene, this promises to be a fantastic night out! Everyone is welcome to attend this public, family friendly event, no […]

$5

Elise Boulanger Music in Kaslo

Angry Hen Brewing 343 Front St, Kaslo

Come hear the sweet darkness of Elise Boulanger. Hailing from the Coast Salish Lands of Vancouver/Vancouver Island, this Chamber-Pop artist completely captivates audiences with her haunting avalanche of a voice. Deemed as “definitely one to watch” by the Times Colonist, Boulanger is influenced by nature and is sonically reminiscent of Kate Bush. This concert hosted […]

HARMONY Community Festival on the Beach

Slocan Beach Village of Slocan, Canada

After the major success of our first HARMONY festival, we are so excited to bring it back again! A non-profit community event A family friendly gathering.No alcohol served.By donation and everyone welcome!$0-$50 sliding scale (pay-what-you-can/ pay-it-forward) Saturday, July 20th, 11am to 11pm 11:00 Sand Castle Workshop12:00 Accoustic Open Mic1:00 Soniko2:00 Steve Marc – Peace Dance3:00 Jayne […]

Free – $50

Dance Exploration Workshop at the Harris Ranch

The Harris Ranch New Denver, New Denver

Come join this unique dance exploration workshop in the scenic fields of the Harris Ranch—with dancer  Rachel Harris accompanied by Paul “Garbanzo” Gibbons playing the bamboo flutes. Rachel Harris will guide participants  in a dance exploration over her family’s ranch, combined with storytelling of the land and the role it played during the Internment of […]

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

Open Studio Workshops (Chris Dufour, artist-in-residence)

Oxygen Art Centre 320 Vernon St Unit-3, Nelson, British Columbia, Canada

Summer Residency Chris Dufour Open Studio Workshops: July 13, July 20, and August 10, 2024, from 1:00 – 4:00 PM *updated* WKRAC Culture Tour: August 10 + 11, 2024, from 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Closing Event: August 17, 2024, at 1:00 PM Admission is free. No registration required.   Artist-in-residence, Chris Dufour, is offering […]

Free

Kootenay Resilience Festival: Energy Expo

Kaslo Bay Park Kaslo, British Columbia, Canada

The Kootenay Resilience Festival leverages the power of music to bring people together in order to foster critical action. As part of the festival’s Energy Expo beach bash, taking place in Kaslo Bay Park, attendees will be treated to performances by Creek St. Collective (chill/downtempo/experimental/triphop) and Railtown (rock). Beyond the musical offerings, the festival serves […]

Free