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Lucas Myers: Roof

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

In ROOF, a humorous yet socially conscious one-person show, Lucas Myers weaves together elements of stand-up comedy, physical theatre, and his trademark brand of observational humor to tell the story of Dave and Stevie. Dave is a highly successful real estate agent who is living the dream: hot car, great kids, beautiful wife, gorgeous sound […]

$25.50 – $28

SPACE QUEEN, PHARM, SWEETBEAST, CAVE DWELLER

The Royal 330 Baker Street Nelson, BC V1L 4H5, Nelson, British Columbia, Canada

SPACE QUEEN: Space Queen is the stoner rock evolution of power trio Jenna Earle (guitar/vocals), Seah Maister (bass/keys/vocals) and Karli MacIntosh (drums/vocals). Vancouver, BC PHARM: Progressive Hyper Stoner Rock outfit from Kelowna, BC. SWEETBEAST: SweetBeast is a psychedelic fuzz rock band comprised of four talented musicians who claim to have been placed on this earth for […]

$20

NOSTALGIX – Star City Tour with Ben Fox & DeBlock

Finley’s Bar $ Grill 705 Vernon St, Nelson, BC, Canada

Nostalgix, who has been on a global touring rampage, is making her way back to Nelson, this time to bring the BASS from her brand new album. We are bringing in PK BINS and custom visuals into Finley’s and setting up another LEGENDARY event. Support from Ben Fox and DeBlock EARLYBIRD tickets are only $20 […]

$30

Sweet Soirée Artisan Market

Nelson Legion 204 Victoria Street, Nelson

Join us for a fun afternoon & evening at the Legion in Nelson for this Sweet Soirée artisan market There will be lots of artisans, makers, bakers, creators plus we will have a tarot reader & massage therapist!  Cheap drinks, snacks and free pool table available  The legion is strictly 19+ only – no minors […]

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

Tea & Textiles

J.B. Fletcher Store Museum 3602 Sutton Street, Ainsworth, BC, Canada

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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CKCA GRANT-WRITING WORKSHOP

Online

Do you have an idea for a project that focuses on arts and culture? Grants from the Columbia Kootenay Cultural Alliance (CKCA) could help. These grants—funded by Columbia Basin Trust and managed by the West Kootenay Regional Arts Council—are available for all art disciplines, for both individuals and arts and culture organizations in the Columbia Basin. 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

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

DIY Valentines Cardmaking

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

The Nelson Museum is hosting a free workshop with local papercraft artist, Jenine Lillian, who will teach you fun and simple techniques to create one-of-a-kind artwork to share with your favourite people. Give them out to your barista that always remembers your name, that cashier who always says hi, the trash collectors that brave the […]

Free

HALEY BLAIS

The Royal 330 Baker Street Nelson, BC V1L 4H5, Nelson, British Columbia, Canada

Haley Blais is a Vancouver-based singer-songwriter who has turned out defiant scream-into-your-pillow pop songs since 2014. Blais developed a community and fanbase as a teenager almost a decade ago with her diaristic YouTube videos and tender ukulele covers. Since then, Blais has traded the solo ukulele for a guitar and a five-piece band. In 2020, […]

$20