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Using traditional techniques for gathering, tanning, embroidering, and embellishment, Nelson-based textile artist Naomi Bourque has reimagined the intersection of function and beauty in her latest project, ‘Medicine Harvest’ – a series of ten ponchos constructed with natural materials, including deer hide, antler, birch bark, and plant dyes. Three of the ponchos in the series will […]
Black Productions Presents Freezing Point: A Play Reading Series The Cherry Orchard By Anton Chekov Directed by Lindsay Clague Cast TBA soon Friday, February 23rd, 2024 7:30pm Nelson United Church 10$ donation at the door What exactly is a play reading? A play reading is the most basic version of a play. Actors deliver their […]
Viva Carnaval! Find a fabulous costume and come out to support this local community arts organization by celebrating one of the greatest community arts traditions around the world–Carnaval! Doors open at 8pm with a silent auction; at 8:30pm we’ll start the showcase with live music and dance inspired by the carnaval traditions of Brazil, Trinidad, Panama, Colombia, […]
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 […]
Kootenay Coldsmoke Powderfest is an annual grassroots celebration of ski and snowboard culture. The festival makes a stop at the Royal for an evening of presentations, giveaways, and live music! Coldsmoke presentations will run from 6pm to 8pm. Rubber Tire Peep Show will be hitting the stage at around 8:30pm to finish off the night. […]
INTUIT MOVEMENT IN NELSON PRESENTS: The Second Annual Lip Sync Battle Grand Finale Ages 16+/PG Rated Join us for the 2nd Annual Lip Sync Battle and Variety Show! An evening of local talent competing for the Golden Microphone and their chance to win $1000 with adult dance performances by Intuit Movement. Expect to laugh, cry, dance, and […]
Newkeys Place in Crawforbay presents, Blues in The Afternoon with Sam Hurrie, Like with friends. Sundays 4-7
Montreal-based bassist RJ LeBlanc’s new project, HEYDAY, consists of five of Montreal’s most versatile and prolific musicians: Erika Angell (voice), Jérôme Beaulieu (keyboards), Kevin Warren (drums), Nicolas Ferron (guitar) and RJ LeBlanc (bass). The group has a wide range of influences—from post-rock to RnB and beyond—with the spirit of jazz as a common thread. It […]
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 […]
The Trail & District Arts Council presents Ballet Jörgen’s Anne of Green Gables – The Ballet®, a uniquely Canadian story at The Bailey Theatre on Tuesday, February 27 at 7:00 pm. The creation of Anne of Green Gables – The Ballet® is monumental for Canada’s Ballet Jörgen as it is the first time the beloved […]
This bi-weekly club, facilitated by comic artist Erin Shuttleworth, encourages inquisitiveness and exploration, with a supportive environment and topics to focus activities. Participants will experiment with materials, style and subject matter to develop their confidence and support future artistic growth. When: Wednesdays (bi-weekly) 3:30pm-4:30pm Duration: Jan 17-May 22, 2024 (No classes during Spring Break) Age: 7 – 10 […]
Local author Melanie Maure’s new novel takes place in Ireland and Canada—and like her protagonists, orphaned twins Aelish and Isabel McGuire—the author has roots in both. The Sisters of Belfast, published this month by HarperCollins, is a tale of estrangement and reunion set to launch in two special Nelson events. The inaugural event happens at […]
