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Conversations with Poets: Jane Byers, Leesa Dean, Rayya Liebich

The Langham 447 A Avenue, Kaslo, BC, Canada

Join award-winning authors Jane Byers, Leesa Dean and Rayya Liebich for a lively and thought-provoking evening of readings and discussion. Each author will read from a mix of published and forthcoming work. The readings will be followed by a discussion on art, poetics, and the role of the poet in today’s here and now.

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Conversations With Poets

The Langham 447 A Avenue, Kaslo, BC, Canada

Join award-winning authors Jane Byers, Leesa Dean and Rayya Liebich for a lively and thought-provoking evening of readings and discussion. Each author will read from a mix of published and forthcoming work. The readings will be followed by a discussion on art, poetics, and the role of the poet in today’s here and now.

$10

Casting Off by A Good Catch

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

The Trail & District Arts Council presents Casting Off by Australian intergenerational circus group A Good Catch on Friday, November 3 at 7:30 pm at The Bailey Theatre in Trail. In this award-winning, joyful and witty family-friendly show, these dynamic women tumble, talk, and balance precariously.  5 stars “…a multi-faceted gem of a spectacle” – […]

$30

Finley’s Afterwork Dance Party with White Lightning Blues, Rock and Boogie Band

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

White Lightning Blues, Rock and Boogie Band returns to Finley’s Bar and Grill, voted Best Pub in Nelson 2023, promising another night of great dance music- classics from Little Walter to Chuck Berry and The Beatles, plus an ever increasing collection of Kootenay themed originals. Suggested Cover $10.

Mural Workshop with Jessica Semenoff

VISAC Gallery 1501 Cedar Avenue, Trail

Age: 15 + (adults welcome!) When: November 4 and 5 (10am – 3pm)  Where: the VISAC Gallery in Trail, BC Duration: Two full days of instruction Class fee: $150 for VISAC members; $180 for non-members  Join us for a two day mural course for beginners, led by muralist Jessica Semenoff. Learn about the basics of […]

$180

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

Día De Muertos Cultural Celebration

Nelson Studio 88 402 Victoria St., Nelson, BC, Canada

Join us for a heartwarming, family-friendly event that delves into the rich traditions and history of Dia de los Muertos, the Day of the Dead! We welcome and appreciate any donations to support our celebration. Event Highlights: – Altar Creation: Join us to witness this beautiful tradition and add your own tributes if you wish. […]

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Casting Off

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

Intergenerational circus with lots to say: the personal is political, fury is fun and the acrobatics downright dangerous – especially when life gets in the way. Casting off stereotypes, these dynamic Australian women tumble, talk, fly, and balance precariously. A disarming, hilarious show about living on the edge and talking about it; and how it’s […]

Mural Workshop with Jessica Semenoff

VISAC Gallery 1501 Cedar Avenue, Trail

Age: 15 + (adults welcome!) When: November 4 and 5 (10am – 3pm)  Where: the VISAC Gallery in Trail, BC Duration: Two full days of instruction Class fee: $150 for VISAC members; $180 for non-members  Join us for a two day mural course for beginners, led by muralist Jessica Semenoff. Learn about the basics of […]

$180

Museum Mash!

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

Museum Mash returns this fall with another round of singalongs, dance performances, circus troupes, writing workshops, and sock puppet shows, designed with kids in mind and for the whole family to enjoy at the Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery.   The doors open at 10 am on Sunday, November 5, with activities and performances scheduled throughout […]

Free

Jessica McMann Trio – Classical Series Afternoon Tea

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

The Trail & District Arts Council presents the Jessica McMann Trio, a classical musician who looks to elevate new Indigenous classical music, performing in The Griff at The Bailey Theatre on Sunday, November 5 at 3:00 pm. The Jessica McMann Trio is the instrumental musical project of Jessica McMann, an Alberta -based Cree (Cowessess, SK), […]

$30

Beginner-Intermediate Wheel Throwing Class with Sarah Barr

VISAC Gallery 1501 Cedar Avenue, Trail

When: Mondays,  10:00am – 12:30pm  Duration: 6 weeks ( October 16 – November 20, 2023)  Class fee: $250 for VISAC members ($280 for non-members) plus $18 for clay  Join us in the pottery studio to begin, or further develop, your skills on the wheel. We will explore throwing, trimming, making handles and glazing. Enjoy a […]

$280