ArtWalk celebrates 25 years of showcasing local talent
The event has been a mainstay to local artists in the Heritage City for more than two decades. Friday, the Nelson & District Arts Council welcomes the public to the 25th ediition of ArtWalk located a various businesses in and around the downtown core. “ArtWalk is not just about showcasing local artists but also about...
100 mile house plays Cedar Creek Cafe' in Winlaw
The Cedar Creek Cafe' in Winlaw is the place to be Wednesday, July 17 as the transatlantic folk act 100 mile house comes to play in the Slocan Valley as part of a two-week tour across the province. 100 mile house is an Edmonton-based husband and wife duo Peter Stone and Denise MacKay, plus multi-instrumentalist Scott Zubot....
Bristol Diving School sets up shot at Oxygen Art Centre
Four members of the UK-based artist collective Bristol Diving School (BDS) have been undertaking a four-week residency at Oxygen Art Centre. The collaborative group has been investing research into the local historical context of Nelson and surrounding area, its unique ecosystem and rich network of people and legacies. This...
Graffiti to colour Kootenay Festival
Unlike other community organizations and events, the Kootenay Festival is bucking tradition by actually wanting graffiti. Youth spokesperson and volunteer Leeza Perehudoff said the festival was looking for a way to better engage local youth – and stumbled upon an idea that should fascinate young and old alike. “I've been...
CBT asks residents to rank priorities
People throughout the Basin have given Columbia Basin Trust (CBT) their input on the key social, economic and environmental issues in their region, and how to address them. Now the public—those who completed the first step, plus anyone else who wishes to join the process—is invited to help increase understanding of the region’s...
Children’s Entertainer Will Stroet Touring Kootenay Libraries
Will Stroet’s performances are often described as bilingual rock concerts for kids. Songs like “Bike Safety Boogie” and “Full of Beans” have the audience dancing and singing to the catchy beat. Your child can experience this talented, energetic entertainer and songwriter at the gym at the Self Design High in the Legion across...
Mallard's Team of the Week — Cast of Cabaret
Mallard's Source for Sports is stepping out of sports scene for a week to select the latest Team of the Week winner. Following its recent three-day stint at the Capitol Theatre in Nelson, the cast of Cabaret caught the eyes of Team of the Week judges and were quickly selected this week's winner. The hit musical, produced by...
Mir Centre for Peace Summer Institute: The Economics of Happiness
This interactive workshop will critically examine how our conventional methods of measuring progress, and important decisions based on these methods, have led to a disconnection among humans, and between humans and the environment. This workshop follows a series of community peace cafes that were held in Nelson, Castlegar,...
Food for thought: GDS-free bacon curry, quick homemade Garam Masala
Readers couldn't agree on whether they wanted bacon or curry for this week's recipe - so I got creative and came up with a simple bacon curry recipe that met with mixed reviews. I would've preferred it with chicken or shrimp, but my son absolutely loved the bacon in it and said this recipe is a keeper. I also wasn't wild about...
Lynn Jackson to play The Cedar Creek Cafe in Winlaw
Canadian singer-songwriter Lynn Jackson is slated to appear at The Cedar Creek Cafe on Thursday (June 6) in Winlaw. An authenticity runs through Canadian singer-songwriter Lynn Jackson’s music that reflects a deep commitment to telling stories that ring true with listeners. Combine this with her gentle voice, rich instrumentation...
