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Lucas Myers in CROMOLI!

Vallican Whole Community Centre 3762 Little Slocan South Road, Vallican, British Columbia, Canada

The Vallican Whole Community Centre and the Amazing and Impermeable Cromoli Brothers Present: The “Back in The Saddle” Cromoli World Tour!  After a pandemic induced hiatus, the Cromoli Brothers are back and hitting the road!  They are delighted to continue their multi-year, We’ll See How Far We Actually Get (Could Just Be Creston, Who Knows?) World […]

$25

VACANT LOT

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

Ichigo-Ichieh New Theatre presents VACANT LOT, a contemporary dance/theatre piece directed and choreographed by Hiromoto Ida. VACANT LOT is based on the play “SARACHI” by contemporary Japanese theatre artist, Shogo Ota. A long-married couple visit the vacant lot where their house once stood. They innocently share memories (some happy, some not so pleasant) of their […]

$32

G Rated: A Musical Puppet Show

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

CAPITOL FAMILY SERIES Tickets $10 A 60 minute puppet show musical for kids aged 10-13 and their parents about puberty, identity, confidence, LGBTQ2SIA and consent. The show gently introduces these themes in an approachable medium with relatable characters and catchy tunes!

Preschool Workshop – Itty Bitty Art Time

VISAC Gallery 1501 Cedar Avenue, Trail

Looking to explore art and creativity with the little kiddo in your life? The instructor, Erin Shuttleworth, will prepare projects focused on process and sensory activities that engage your preschoolers with colour, texture, and fun! Please be aware that this class gets messy, so send children in comfortable play clothes. Children ages 2-5 yrs old […]

$100

Weak Layers w/ Katie Burrell Q & A

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

Join us at the Nelson Civic Theatre to welcome Revelstoke based director, Katie Burrell for a special screening of her new ski comedy, ‘Weak Layers’. Tuesday pricing does not apply for this special event. Three party-loving best friends set out to win a ski-movie competition. An uproarious comedy that takes on the male-dominated ski industry.

$11 – $13

Indigenous Reads Book Club

Nelson Public Library 602 Stanley St, Nelson, British Columbia, Canada

Embark on a learning journey with us! We will be reading books exploring the truth of Indigenous history and stories. Come to one or come to all and learn the richness of Indigenous culture. New learners welcome, at the Nelson Public Library. MMIWG2S (Murdered, Missing Indigenous Women, Girls, Two Spirit) – Surviving the City by Tasha Spillet – […]

Workshop: Curate Art at Home

167 Deer Park Avenue, Kimberley, BC, V1A 2J5 167 Deer Park Avenue, Kimberley

Learn the art of curation and transform your living spaces into personalized galleries with this hands-on workshop, "Curate Art At Home" This class, hosted in the inspiring gallery space, is designed to show you the skills and knowledge to curate art within the comfort of your own home.Workshop Highlights:Guided Exploration: You'll be guided through the […]

$25

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

Youth Workshop – Visual Exploration Club – Ages 15-18

VISAC Gallery 1501 Cedar Avenue, Trail

This bi-weekly club has a different theme per session. Participants will explore a variety of materials to gain confidence in their art making, building a sketchbook to reflect their growth as an artist. Themes include: Watercolour, Clay & 3D Art, Repainting Thrifted Art, and Paper Mosaic. When: Thursdays (bi-weekly) 3:30pm-4:30pm Duration:  Jan 11-May 16, 2024 (No VEC […]

$80

Robbie Burns Night

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

Taghum Hall’s perennially-popular Robbie Burns Night celebrates the Bard with bagpipes, haggis and fun for auld folk and bairns and everyone in between. This free event requires only the contribution of a bit-o-scran—a potluck dish—and yer fine auld selves.

Artist Talk with Carol Wallace

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

Join Carol Wallace for the launch of the Give or Take a Few Million Years exhibition catalogue, and for an artist talk. This event is free and open to the public, but space is limited. Give or Take a Few Million Years invites the viewer to experience a visual anthology of stories found in the […]

Free

Mariel Buckley Duo

Charles Bailey Theatre 1501 Cedar Ave, Trail, British Columbia, Canada

Trail & District Arts Council and Blizzard Music Festival present country/alt-folk singer-songwriter Mariel Buckley on Thursday, January 25 at 7:30 pm in The Bailey Theatre. Unapologetically genuine, wry, and soft-hearted – Mariel Buckley aims to find herself squarely on the fringes: singing and writing songs for the underdog. Her candor and magnetic live show have […]

$10 – $30