Environmental surrealism exhibition at the Nelson Library
If you feel the need to pinch yourself to make sure you’re not dreaming when you see the artwork of Darcy Fidgeon, you could be forgiven. Fidgeon puts a surrealist twist on the familiar in his meticulous oil paintings, the result out-of-this-consciousness fantastic while firmly rooted in the artist’s concern for nature and ...
Ash Grunwald headlines Royal Grill
Upcoming shows at the Royal Grill and Lounge in Nelson: Tuesday, February 7th Magic Bus w/ Rob Funk and Friends - Doors 9pm - Local musicians take the stage during our magic bus. Sometimes their DJ's, sometimes it's a band...whatever the music it's always local, always quality and always free! Wednesday, February 8th Variety...
Architect Thomas Loh's Vision for the Restoration and Development of Cottonwood Creek (Video)
The City of Nelson is going to restore and develop Cottonwood Creek from Cottonwood Park to the CPR rail line, creating a network of small public spaces. This will take place mainly in two fragments of the creek on either side of the Baker Street Bridge. In this video, Thomas Loh takes us to the banks of Cottonwood Creek ...
The Backyardigans gang make stop at Capitol Theatre
The adventure continues! Koba Entertainment’s smash hit Quest for the Extra Ordinary Aliens is an out-of-this-world theatrical production that will lead families on a heroic quest through the whimsical escapades of The Backyardigans, which is coming to Nelson Tuesday, January 31 at the Capitol Theatre. Tickets for the shows,...
Big John Bates comes to the Royal
The Royal Hotel will be the place to be Saturday, January 28 when Big John Bates comes to town for an 8 p.m. show.Big John Bates has toured the world, awing crowds and even being banned by others. The groups heavy, high energy live performances together with their southern punk rock has gained them some serious recognition ...
Ats, culture, and heritage grant applications available from CKCA and CBT
Artists in all disciplines—as well as arts, culture and heritage organizations—are invited to apply for funding through the Columbia Kootenay Cultural Alliance (CKCA), which delivers the Arts, Culture and Heritage Program of Columbia Basin Trust (CBT).For 2012/13, funding has increased by $55,000, to $706,000. This will help...
LVR writers shine at Kootenay Literary Competition
A handful of L.V. Rogers writers came away with more than just a few ribbons during Friday’s Kootenay Literary Competition awards night held at the Hume Hotel.Grade 11 student Trilby Buck edged out classmate Kevin Milde for the overall prize in the Youth (Grades 10-120 competition.Each entrant submitted the best pieces to the...
Live improvisation, with musicians from Wassabi Collective, PANDA, LINT
This week at the Royal on Baker … Tuesday, December 20th - Magic Bus w/ DJ Deeps, Earthtone & Sturdy - Showtime 10pm - Some of the best local electronic music can be heard Tuesday's at the Royal. Join us for the Magic Bus. No Cover! Wednesday, December 21st - Variety Shows w/ Estevan and Tracy Lynn - Starts 8:30pm - ...
Phonic Records showcase, live video shoot and video release
What: Local label Phonic Records - Artist Showcase. Live Video shoot. Premiere of Alan Kirk Band video ‘Solitaire’. CD Giveaways and prizes. Where: The Royal On Baker, 330 Baker St.Who: Alan Kirk Band & The Rippin’ RattlersWhen: 9 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 29Phonic Records, a local label exporting Kootenay...
Selkirk College music students rock the Royal stage
Soul Crush w/10th Street Collective Thursday, Dec. 15, Showtime 9 pm $5 at the door with proceeds going to Selkirk CollegeSoul Crush is composed entirely of Selkirk College music students, led by Laura Landsberg and is a must see R&B ensemble. From Aretha to John Mayer, a mixture of old and new, Soul Crush will be covering...
