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Rag Rug Workshop

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

Inspired by the Utopia Unveiled history exhibition, textile artist Tracy Fillion will be at the Nelson Museum to explore the art of upcycling rags into a beautiful rug. All materials will be supplied for you to make your own small round rug, or you can bring your own special rags and fabrics that you want to […]

Free

Jeux de mots et d’écriture – An Evening of Writing Games

AFKO 807 Baker Street, Nelson

Passionné par les mots et la créativité littéraire? Rejoignez-nous à l’AFKO pour une soirée inédite où Sophie vous guide à travers un voyage captivant au sein des possibilités infinies des mots. Lors de cette expérience enrichissante, Sophie vous propose une série d’exercices ludiques et inspirants qui non seulement stimulent votre imagination mais vous permettent également […]

$8 – $18

Ceramics Basics & Beyond: Wheel Throwing, Trimming and Decorating Pottery.

KSA – Selkirk College 606 Victoria Street, NELSON

Spend five days with artist and instructor Katriona Drijber learning (or furthering) skills on the pottery wheel. Open to all skill levels.  Learn how to throw mugs, bowls, plates, and jars, and how to attach handles and decoration techniques. Held in Nelson at KSA, Aug 19-23.

$719

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

Macramé workshop

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

Artist Celia Hayet joins us at the Museum for a fun macramé workshop, where participants will make their own macramé plant hanger! Inspired by the Utopia Unveiled exhibition, which explores the history of counterculture and intentional communities in the West Kootenays. Registration is required for these sessions, and each are standalone – please only sign […]

Free

Art On Ninth Artist Retreat

Radium Centre

Dive into the wonder of watercolours in this comprehensive and immersive weekend retreat led by Calgary artist and art educator, Stephen Dozois! Perfect for new painters and well seasoned artists alike, this retreat offers two days of concentrated instruction and hands-on practice, allowing for focus, skill development, and the exploration of new techniques. Stephen has […]

Brushes & Lunch with Steve Quatrocci

Taghum Hall 5915, Taghum Hall Rd, Nelson, British Columbia

Brushes & Lunch at Taghum Hall in August is a plein air (outdoor!) watercolour painting class with Steve Quatrocci on Saturday, August 24 from 10am – 2pm. Supplies are provided, or bring your own for a reduced fee. Steve is a gifted artist whose vision impairment makes him uniquely able to see the essence of […]

$35 – $45

Forest Bathing with Natasha Hall

Taghum Hall 5915, Taghum Hall Rd, Nelson, British Columbia

On Sunday, August 25 at 3pm, violinist Natasha Hall, a certified Forest Therapy Guide, offers a guided Forest Bathing Walk on Sproule Creek Trail from 10:30am – 12:30pm on August 25; registration is required. Learn more at https://www.kootenayforestbathing.com/about At 3pm Natasha offers a classical solo concert featuring Bach Partita No. 2, Ysaye Sonata No. 4, […]

$30

Summer Program: Learn to Sculpt Miniature Monsters

Kimberley Public Library 115 Spokane St., Kimberley, BC

Exciting Summer Sculpting Program for Kids & Teens (Ages 10+)  Join the Fun!  Unleash your creativity this summer with our hands-on sculpting program designed for kids and teens aged 10 and up! Dive into the magical world of fantasy as you learn tips and tricks to bring your favourite creatures from books and movies to […]

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

Producer Jam Vol.5 (Nelson) | FIELD RECORDINGS

Jam Factory Co-working Space 303 Vernon St., Nelson, Canada

Bring a friend to another FUN night for Producers, Beatmakers, and Electronic Music Composers to jam and hang! (and eat snacks) WHAT IS IT? It’s a night of collaboration games for Music Producers, Beat-Makers, and Electronic Music Composers, of all genres, DAWs, and skill levels. Bring your Headphones and laptop with your preferred DAW or […]

$5

Producer Jam Night Vol.5 (Nelson) | FIELD RECORDINGS

Jam Factory Co-working Space 303 Vernon St., Nelson, Canada

Bring a friend to another FUN night for Producers, Beatmakers, and Electronic Music Composers to jam and hang! (and eat snacks) WHAT IS IT? It’s a night of collaboration games for Music Producers, Beat-Makers, and Electronic Music Composers, of all genres, DAWs, and skill levels. Bring your Headphones and laptop with your preferred DAW or […]

$5