As an activist, visual artist, and radio personality for nearly 75 years, Judy Wapp has lived an incredible life, laying the groundwork for her intense interest in communication via mass media – the subject of her collage work for nearly 33 years. A thoughtful look at Judy’s art career spanning six decades, VisuAlchemy is a never-before exhibited retrospective showing at the N

At Nelson Studio 88, we believe in the transformative power of creativity for all ages. Our adult and youthful seniors classes are designed for life long learners that are looking for creative outlets and connection with others.

 In the modern world, where digital information is consumed ad nauseam, the artists in PULP are embracing the poetic simplicity of paper, and wielding its unparalleled ability to capture emotion, texture, data, knowledge, and imagination.

Drop by the Nelson Public Library Thursday mornings at 10:30 come to sing your favourite songs and hear some great stories!

All ages welcome.

This retreat is especially for those balancing work, family, social and spiritual life. How can you navigate your way through the uncertainties of change? Where is your work taking you? What is your direction? The insights you gain can be immediately applied in your life and career.

Please mark your calendars for the Home Routes, JD Edwards concert in the Heddlestone Village Common House, 3260 Heddle Rd, 6 Mile, on Thusday, May 9th starting at 7 p.m. Admission $25 at the door.

Sample of JD Edward’s music: https://youtu.be/xCGFoi7yUIc?feature=shared

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Every Friday afternoon, the Nelson Royal Canadian Legion (402 Victoria Street – Stanley Street Entrance) holds meat & prize draws from 3 to 5 pm.  There is also often a 50/50 draw.  All proceeds to local charities.  Please come out and join us in a great community cause.

Come on down to Torchlight Brewing Co. in Nelson, every Friday, for some end of the week week good times and great tunes!

Opening night at the Langham in Kaslo. Join us from 7-9 pm on Friday May 10 at the gallery for the opening of 2 new exhibits:

‘Hidden in Plain Sight’ by Lorenzo Pepito and ‘Lands Far Away’ by Abby Wilson. Come out and enjoy an evening of artist talks, refreshments, and of course, Art!

This event is free – everyone welcome.

Get your tickets to this middle school Waldorf production of “Alice in Wonderland” at the Capitol Theatre next Friday. This elaborate and family-friendly production features a giant Cheshire Cat operated by five students, original music by Vanya Popov, digital art projections, and the participation of the grade 5 class in supporting roles.

A five headed prog funk hydra!

Take a tumble down the rabbit hole with Alice, and land in a whimsical world of rhymes, ridiculousness, and otherworldly characters. As Alice desperately seeks to make her way back home, she stumbles into a series of strange situations featuring a raging Queen of Hearts, a mystical Caterpillar, Tweedledee and Tweedledum, Humpty Dumpty, plus a very nice and helpful Cheshire Cat!

Mothers Day Garden Starter Market, on Saturday May 11th 10-2, at the 200-300 Blocks of Baker Street in Nelson.

Fresh local produce, baked goods, gifts for mom, local giveaways, live music, and so much more!

Join local author Kathryn Hartley read from her new novel Castle Mountain at The Nelson Public Library

Author Reading at 10:30am

Followed by crafting from 11am to noon

Book will be available for  purchase

Synopsis:

MOUNTAINS CAN BE MAGICAL PLACES.
BUT DANGER IS NEVER FAR AWAY.

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!

Fight Night is a family-friendly community event which brings young boxers together from all over Western Canada and the Pacific Northwest for a night of amateur boxing at Nelson’s Rod and Gun Club.

Date & Time

8:30 p.m. PDT

Location

The Royal

330 Baker Street