Creston and Castlegar residents came out in droves for the Regional District of Central Kootenay’s Household Hazardous Waste Roundup, as 400 residents dropped off hazardous waste items like acids, fertilizers, roofing tar, and solvents. "Product Stewardship groups ReGeneration and BC Used Oil also participated in the events,...

Nelson poet Jane Byers launches her second book of poetry Acquired Community, published by Caitlin Press, on Thursday, October 6, 7 p.m. at the Nelson Public Library. The poet’s first book launch packed the house, and Adult Service’s Coordinator Anne DeGrace expects another big crowd.   “Jane has a healthy following that goes...

For members of the public who missed the Nakusp or Slocan Presentation “The Geological History of the Slocan and Kootenay Basins” presented by Lesley Anderton there's another opportunity on BC Rivers Day at the Harrop Community Hall. There will be an opening by Sinixt Matriarch, at noon, a luncheon (by donation) and an...

For the debut concert of the 2016-2017 season, the Selkirk Pro-Musica Concert Series is proud to present Rebecca MacLeod and Sebastian Ostertag. Nelson-raised violin virtuoso, Rebecca MacLeod is joined by cellist Sebastian Ostertag to perform an exciting program featuring works by Bach, Glière, Kodály, and the famous...

Looking for a way to make a difference? The country's biggest fundraiser for Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias needs volunteers in Nelson. The fun and family-friendly Investors Group Walk for Alzheimer’s is looking for a volunteer to chair Nelson's 2017 Walk, which takes place on the first Sunday of May. Other volunteer...

The Nelson Public Library is jumping on the B.C. Culture Days bandwagon with a medley of opportunities for fun and creativity.   Kids and their adults can tune in with a special Family All Ages Storytime on Friday, September 30 at 10:30 a.m. Rumour has it that a green guitar and some wacky puppets are part of the program,...

Bring out your Waste! Bring out your Waste! Time again to clean out your garden shed, garage and under the kitchen sink to safely rid your home of toxic chemicals such as pesticides, oils, cleaners, and unknown liquids. The Regional District of Central Kootenay is pleased to announce six upcoming Household Hazardous Waste...

You’re turning 71 by the end of 2016 and you know you have some important Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) decisions coming up. Let’s look at the best options for preserving your retirement income and your estate.  The background:  You established an RRSP back in the day and contributed to it for many years. Good for...

Residents of Electoral Area G are invited to provide their input into their communities’ futures when the Regional District of Central Kootenay reviews the Land Use Plan for that area.   “I encourage all Area G residents to become familiar with their land use plan and attend meetings to ask questions or submit feedback,” said...

Colin Payne’s new exhibition of photographs at the Nelson Public Library is more than a collection of fine landscape photographs. What Payne brings to his exquisitely balanced compositions is an eye for the remarkable in nature. Whether the subject is weathered deadfall, a fall reflection, or the movement of water, these works...