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Judy Wapp: ‘VisuAlchemy’
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
Dance on Film
Join the West Kootenay Regional Arts Council, Castlegar Arts Council and Capitol Theatre for two special evenings of dance on film originally curated by the dance: made in/fait au canada festival 2023 (d:mic).
LILA GRAY
7:30 p.m. PST
Easter Weekend | Dolly Derby
Easter Dolly Derby At Woodbury Resort and Marina, on Easter Weekend!
Meat & Prize Draws
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.
Blues Set w/ J. Greg Walter
Come on down to Torchlight Brewing Co. in Nelson, every Friday, for some end of the week week good times and great tunes!
Guided Cold War Bunker tours
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!
North Shore Community Easter Egg Hunt
Community Easter Egg Hunt
The North Shore Fire Department is excited to host a community Easter egg hunt!
Join us for this all ages family fun event! Bring a basket, participate in the egg hunt, and meet some of your local firefighters!
Date & Time
Sat Mar 30 2024 at 02:00 pm
Nelson Choral Singers: Fauré Requiem
Nelson Choral Singers perform Gabriel Fauré’s Requiem and selections of sacred music Saturday March 30th at the Nelson United Church. Two performances: 4 pm and 6:30 pm. Tickets $20 cash ($10 for 12 and under) at Otter Books or at the door. “The music explores grief and loss. It is serene, elevating, comforting,” says director Kathleen Neudorf. Soloists: Noémi Kiss and Kosmo Sammartino.
Nelson Choral Singers: Fauré Requiem
Nelson Choral Singers perform Gabriel Fauré’s Requiem and selections of sacred music Saturday March 30th at the Nelson United Church. Two performances: 4 pm and 6:30 pm. Tickets $20 cash ($10 for 12 and under) at Otter Books or at the door. “The music explores grief and loss. It is serene, elevating, comforting,” says director Kathleen Neudorf. Soloists: Noémi Kiss and Kosmo Sammartino.
LIVE ELECTRONIC MUSIC SHOWCASE
A Family Friendly Afternoon Concert + Dance Party
Newkeys Place presents, Blues in The Afternoon with Sam Hurrie
Newkeys Place in Crawforbay presents, Blues in The Afternoon with Sam Hurrie, Like with friends.
Sundays 4-7
Sunday Karaoke.
Wrap up your weekend with Sunday Karaoke and Late Night Happy Hour every week at Finleys Bar & Grill in Nelson.
Check out our song list HERE
Youthful Seniors Art & Music Classes – Nelson Studio 88
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.
Book Babies
Bring your 0 to 18 month olds to the Library in Nelson for rhymes, songs & stories! A great way to meet other parents and caregivers, and enhance early literacy skills in a casual environment.
Drop-in. TUESDAYS at 10:30
Crafternoon
Drop in between 3:30 and 4:30 every Tuesday for CRAFTERNOON at the Nelson Public Library.
Crafts, LEGO, Ozobots, DatoDuo, STEAM stations & more! Every week is a bit different.
Activities will be geared towards school aged children aged 5-13.
Tea & Textiles
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.
Wing Wednesday
Our famous Finley’s Wings are just $9.99 per pound every Wednesday*
Choose from Honey-garlic, Teriyaki, Szechhaun, Hot, BBQ, Salt & Pepper, Cajun, Lemon-Pepper, Sweet Chili
*with beverage pruchase – dine in only
PRODUCER JAM NIGHT vol.2 (NELSON) | A night of collaboration
Weekly Tango Mini Lesson & Practice
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