Welcome to the 18th Annual Kaslo Jazz Etc. Summer Music Festival

Every August long weekend in Kaslo, BC stunning vistas, great acoustics and superb musicians combine to create the Kaslo Jazz Etc Summer Music Festival. The unique floating stage rests just offshore a little, sandy beach on Kootenay Lake.

10 great places to get in tune, be outdoors!
… the vibe of Kaslo is intimately amazing … with pristine wilderness as a backdrop, the musicians are perched on the edge of Kootenay Lake while onlookers swim around the stage, dance in the sand or recline on blankets laid in a natural, green amphitheater …

→ USA TODAY, July 6, 2007

Welcome to the 18th Annual Kaslo Jazz Etc. Summer Music Festival

Every August long weekend in Kaslo, BC stunning vistas, great acoustics and superb musicians combine to create the Kaslo Jazz Etc Summer Music Festival. The unique floating stage rests just offshore a little, sandy beach on Kootenay Lake.

10 great places to get in tune, be outdoors!
… the vibe of Kaslo is intimately amazing … with pristine wilderness as a backdrop, the musicians are perched on the edge of Kootenay Lake while onlookers swim around the stage, dance in the sand or recline on blankets laid in a natural, green amphitheater …

→ USA TODAY, July 6, 2007

James McDowell is a Creston artist, with a flair for landscapes and natural settings. Don't miss out on his great work in our relaxing AIR CONDITIONED family atmosphere!

We are located on Vernon Street behind the Best Western hotel.

The TNT Young Company presents Neil Simon's Fools, a very funny play about a village cursed with stupidity and the young teacher who falls in love and tries to break the spell. 7:30 pm Wednesday to Saturday, July 29th to August 8th. Also a 2:30 pm matinee on Saturday, August 8th.
Tickets: $12 adults, $10 students at the door.
The performance on Wednesday, July 29th is a $5 preview.

The Nelson Athletic Association invites you to participate in our 27th annual triathlon.
Our triathlon continues to be an event for everyone, from top-ranked amateurs to adult and youth participants who are entering for pure enjoyment.

Kootenay Lake is the focal point of CYSWOG'N"FUN triathlon. Our transition area is located in beautiful Lakeside Park. The swim is across the lake and return, then biking north along the lakeside. The run is on the west side of the lake.

We also have a sprint course for people who are just breaking into the world of triathlon or for those athletes who enjoy the sprint distance. Our team events are ideal for family or group participation.

See our website www.trinelson.com for complete details.

Join us on Monday nights for our weekly Open House, a casual introduction to meditation practice, Shambhala Buddhist teachings and our community.

• 7:00 PM: Meditation instruction and practice
• 8:00 PM: Talk and discussion
• 9:00 PM: Tea

All welcome • Free of charge

For a full program description go to:
http://nelson.shambhala.org/open_house.php

Kootenay Shambhala Meditation Centre
3rd Floor - 444 Baker Street, PO Box 136, Nelson, BC V1L 5P7
250-352-5560 • info@nelsonbuddha.com • www.nelsonbuddha.com

Are you considering training? Are you wondering how you are going to finance your education? Come to this informative workshop for ideas of untapped resources that may work for you!
Please register beforehand to save your space in this workshop.
FREE

The TNT Young Company presents Neil Simon's Fools, a very funny play about a village cursed with stupidity and the young teacher who falls in love and tries to break the spell. 7:30 pm Wednesday to Saturday, July 29th to August 8th. Also a 2:30 pm matinee on Saturday, August 8th.
Tickets: $12 adults, $10 students at the door.
The performance on Wednesday, July 29th is a $5 preview.

Call for submission for a group photography show this September at The Langham Creative Community Gallery. Submit up to 5 pieces relating to the them of "Kootenay Summer" by Sept. 2. Work should be ready to hang, contact info and price (if applicable) attached, and can be dropped off during office or gallery hrs. Go to www.thelangham.ca for more info. Opening event Sept. 4 from 7-9pm.

What's happening in the world of work? How do these changes affect where and how you look for work? What is happening in Nelson? Where ARE the jobs? In this fun, interactive workshop, we will explore what's happening and strategies to find work that works for you!

Please register early to hold your space.

The TNT Young Company presents Neil Simon's Fools, a very funny play about a village cursed with stupidity and the young teacher who falls in love and tries to break the spell. 7:30 pm Wednesday to Saturday, July 29th to August 8th. Also a 2:30 pm matinee on Saturday, August 8th.
Tickets: $12 adults, $10 students at the door.
The performance on Wednesday, July 29th is a $5 preview.

Dance the waltz, jive, tango, rumba, samba,cha cha, and other dances under the stars every Thursday evening, weather permitting. Newcomers welcomed and no partner necessary. If raining, event held at the Moving Center Dance studio on Baker Street. Suggested donation $3 to $5. Check out dancingbeat.org for further info about this event and other dancing in the Nelson area.

The artwork of James McDowell from Creston is up all month at the lounge. Tonight he will be joined by Elena Yeung and her great bluegrass tunes! Come on down for fabulous food, great music, and beautiful art in our relaxing AIR CONDITIONED family atmosphere.

We are located on Vernon Street behind the Best Western hotel.

PRINTING ON CLAY with Laura McKibbon and Jasna
Learn the basics of a variety of direct transfer printing techiques. Students will explore stenciling, drawn transfers, photocopy transfers, silk-screening, decals and how to effectively use their own imagery in surface decoration. This is a hands-on workshop and experience with clay required.
$300.00 + $25.00 for materials-4 classes
Aug. 7, Fri. 7:00-9:00 pm, Aug. 8-9, Sat. & Sun. 10:00 am-4:00 pm, Aug. 10, Mon. 9:00-11:00 am

The TNT Young Company presents Neil Simon's Fools, a very funny play about a village cursed with stupidity and the young teacher who falls in love and tries to break the spell. 7:30 pm Wednesday to Saturday, July 29th to August 8th. Also a 2:30 pm matinee on Saturday, August 8th.
Tickets: $12 adults, $10 students at the door.
The performance on Wednesday, July 29th is a $5 preview.

A two-day exploration of voice, sound and creativity for everyone.
http://www.julieblue.com/musical.html#songquest

The TNT Young Company presents Neil Simon's Fools, a very funny play about a village cursed with stupidity and the young teacher who falls in love and tries to break the spell. 7:30 pm Wednesday to Saturday, July 29th to August 8th. Also a 2:30 pm matinee on Saturday, August 8th.
Tickets: $12 adults, $10 students at the door.
The performance on Wednesday, July 29th is a $5 preview.

The TNT Young Company presents Neil Simon's Fools, a very funny play about a village cursed with stupidity and the young teacher who falls in love and tries to break the spell. 7:30 pm Wednesday to Saturday, July 29th to August 8th. Also a 2:30 pm matinee on Saturday, August 8th.
Tickets: $12 adults, $10 students at the door.
The performance on Wednesday, July 29th is a $5 preview.

Coming to Nelson for the first time !

Join us for an evening of great fun and entertainment for your pleasure ...

The Royal on Baker

Join us on Monday nights for our weekly Open House, a casual introduction to meditation practice, Shambhala Buddhist teachings and our community.

• 7:00 PM: Meditation instruction and practice
• 8:00 PM: Talk and discussion
• 9:00 PM: Tea

All welcome • Free of charge

For a full program description go to:
http://nelson.shambhala.org/open_house.php

Kootenay Shambhala Meditation Centre
3rd Floor - 444 Baker Street, PO Box 136, Nelson, BC V1L 5P7
250-352-5560 • info@nelsonbuddha.com • www.nelsonbuddha.com

Are you considering going into Trades? Gather information about a variety of careers in the trades, training requirements and potential employment opportunities.

The Nelson & District Arts Council encourages all artisans to apply now for inclusion in the Kootenay Artisans Market. Applications are available online at www.ndac.ca and by emailing ndac@netidea.com, and are due by August 31st, 2009.

The Kootenay Artisans Market is a juried showcase and sale of the finest arts and crafts in the region, and features only original, handcrafted work.

The Market will be held from October 23rd – 25th, 2009 at the Prestige Lakeside Resort in Nelson, BC.

Need a resume? Unsure where to start? This one day workshop will guide you through how to best highlight your skills, abilities and accomplishments to potential employers. Space is limited so register early to guarantee your seat.

Multi-day Event: August 06 - August 27Location: Labrynth at Lakeside Park in Nelson
Contact: Daniel Schneider [biodan@gmail.com]!
Dance the waltz, jive, tango, rumba, samba,cha cha, and other dances under the stars every Thursday evening, weather permitting. Newcomers welcomed and no partner necessary. If raining, event held at the Moving Center Dance studio on Baker Street. Suggested donation $3 to $5. Check out dancingbeat.org for further info about this event and other dancing in the Nelson area.

Parelli Natural Horse-man-ship Level 1 clinic with Three Star Parelli Instructor Fawn Anderson. This is where it all begins. Learn how to win your horse's heart and have them offer to do things for you willingly, without using force, intimidation or gadgets. Instead use psychology! Great for every horse from trail riders (de-spooking!) to competition horses - it teaches you what is important to YOUR horse and how to give them what they need from you as a leader. Using love, language and leadership to start a relationship and develop a partnership that can take you as far as you want to go, safely. Visit www.fawnanderson.com or www.parelli.com for more information about Fawn and Parelli.

First time in the Kootenays
"Festival of India", 35 member stage performance at Lakeside Park, Saturday August 15, ONE SHOW ONLY from 3:30pm to 6:30pm.
Featuring: South Indian Bharata Natyam dance, followed by a drama 'skit' from the teachings of the Indian Vedas, and a Live Kirtan.
ALSO:
SUNDAY AUGUST 16 NOON TO 6PM
Live Kirtan performance by accomplished recording artist Bada Haridasa and an explanation of the 'Peace Formula' as revealed in the timeless Bhagavad-gita.
ALSO:
A Multi-Media exhibit on both days, called "Changing Bodies" the journey of the soul from one body to another.
FREE ADMISSION TO ALL EVENTS
SPONSORED BY JAGANNATHA EXPRESS

Kootenay Lake Hospital Foundation
9th Annual Legacy Golf Event
Sunday, August 16, 2009
Granite Pointe Golf Club

Join us for a fabulous day of fun featuring golf, thousands of dollars in prizes, fabulous food and one great cause!

All proceeds from this 4 person scramble will be directed to the Kootenay Lake Hospital Foundation Legacy Fund. Registration is $100 per person, and includes a fabulous dinner. Call 352-5913 to register.

Come out and Golf for the Health of it!

First time in the Kootenays
"Festival of India", 35 member stage performance at Lakeside Park, Saturday August 15, ONE SHOW ONLY from 3:30pm to 6:30pm.
Featuring: South Indian Bharata Natyam dance, followed by a drama 'skit' from the teachings of the Indian Vedas, and a Live Kirtan.
ALSO:
SUNDAY AUGUST 16 NOON TO 6PM
Live Kirtan performance by accomplished recording artist Bada Haridasa and an explanation of the 'Peace Formula' as revealed in the timeless Bhagavad-gita.
ALSO:
A Multi-Media exhibit on both days, called "Changing Bodies" the journey of the soul from one body to another.
FREE ADMISSION TO ALL EVENTS
SPONSORED BY JAGANNATHA EXPRESS, VEGETARIAN BISTRO AND ORGANIC JUICE BAR, 660 BAKER STREET

The Golden Century
A one hour recital of Renaissance Italian Lute music from the earliest printed sources to the dawning of the Baroque played on the guitar by Alan Rinehart

Admisssion by donation

Join us on Monday nights for our weekly Open House, a casual introduction to meditation practice, Shambhala Buddhist teachings and our community.

• 7:00 PM: Meditation instruction and practice
• 8:00 PM: Talk and discussion
• 9:00 PM: Tea

All welcome • Free of charge

For a full program description go to:
http://nelson.shambhala.org/open_house.php

Kootenay Shambhala Meditation Centre
3rd Floor - 444 Baker Street, PO Box 136, Nelson, BC V1L 5P7
250-352-5560 • info@nelsonbuddha.com • www.nelsonbuddha.com

Hosted by Rob Funk, this is a great evening for playing or listening. Bring an instrument or borrow one of Rob's, play on your own or with the gang- anything goes!

We are located on Vernon Street behind the Best Western hotel.

Would you like to have a little more ease and grace in your life?

Do you have injuries that have not totally healed?

Using fun, safe exercises this workshop will evoke more ease, grace and pleasure in all your daily activities.

Topics Covered

* Core Integration
* Freedom of your hip joints/pelvis
* Spiral movements
* Synergy of your neck, shoulders and back.
* Cross lateral relationship of your hips and shoulders.

August 19,20 & 21

Attend 1, 2 or all 3 days.
1 day= $50 2 days=$95 3 days=$145

Please use contact info if you would like to participate.

A multi-performer extravaganza, with performers from all across Canada! Don't miss it!

We are located on Vernon Street behind the Best Western Hotel.

“Listen, are you breathing just a little, and calling it a life?” (Mary Oliver)

Meditation and yoga, on this retreat, will be part of one seamless practice. Sometimes we will be sitting, sometimes lying, sometimes moving, sometimes still. In every moment we can open to the healing, awakening power of unconditioned awareness. When this awareness touches the body, it becomes fluid, alive and grounded. When it touches the emotions, the heart softens and releases its armour. When it touches the mind, we can allow the energy that is usually entangled with our thinking to stream down into the basic sanity and aliveness of the body.

Come on down for great originals and Latin covers!

We are located on Vernon Street behind the Best Western hotel.

There will be Music and BBQ going all afternoon in the Endless Adventure Parking Lot. Don’t miss the Fashion Show going down at 2pm on Saturday, showcasing all the latest trends in casual and technical wear featuring clothing by Skirt Sports, Livity, HornyToad and Level Six! We are giving away a kayak. All kayaks are on sale starting at $479. Discounted River Tours on Sunday and free Camping all weekend! Come celebrate with us.

Come celebrate Endless Adventure’s 4th Anniversary on August 22nd.During the anniversary sale, Endless Adventure will be raffling off a kayak with all the proceeds going to Slocan Valley Rec!
There will be music and a Barbeque going all afternoon in the Endless Adventure Parking Lot. Don’t miss the Fashion Show going down at 2pm showcasing all the latest and greatest trends in casual and technical wear. Come on down Saturday August 22nd to Endless Adventure at 1286 HWY 6 downtown Crescent Valley (Beside Evergreen Foods) For more information or if you have any questions please call 1.877.386.8181 or email us info@endlessadventure.ca.

Come on down for mellow, easy listening tunes!

We are located on Vernon Street behind the Best Western hotel.

The Kootenay Express Summer Shorts Film Festival screens a variety of short films created by regional filmmakers of all ages and backgrounds. Awards are presented in the categories of Drama, Documentary, Adventure, Environmental and Overall Best of Festival.

Two outdoor screenings at Lakeside Park are free and open to the public on Sunday, August 23rd and 30th. Bring a chair and come down to enjoy a wide range of short films made exclusively by filmmakers from the Kootenays.

Peace Education Through Native Studies (ages 14-19).
This camp will explore peace building by focusing on the local Native history and population and learning how to create understanding, respect and connection between different cultures and worldviews. There will be guest speakers, films viewed, drama productions and peace-centred ceremonies.

PeaceCamps are created by local students who attended the PeaceJam Nobel Laureate Conference. Designed to accommodate 12 participants, the camps are facilitated by 3 youth leaders, guided by 2 experienced adult mentors. We will be exploring issues surrounding peace in our world within a safe, trusted and beautiful natural environment.

PeaceCamp is FREE! Supported by Columbia Basin Trust.

Join us on Monday nights for our weekly Open House, a casual introduction to meditation practice, Shambhala Buddhist teachings and our community.

• 7:00 PM: Meditation instruction and practice
• 8:00 PM: Talk and discussion
• 9:00 PM: Tea

All welcome • Free of charge

For a full program description go to:
http://nelson.shambhala.org/open_house.php

Kootenay Shambhala Meditation Centre
3rd Floor - 444 Baker Street, PO Box 136, Nelson, BC V1L 5P7
250-352-5560 • info@nelsonbuddha.com • www.nelsonbuddha.com

Hosted by Rob Funk, this is a great evening for playing or listening. Bring an instrument or borrow one of Rob's. Play on your own or with the gang. Anything goes, so have fun!

We are located on Vernon Street behind the Best Western hotel.

Work By Design is a three day career planning workshop designed to explore the A to Zs of career planning in the 21st century. What is happening in the world of work? How do you fit in the picture? How do you discover your gifts and talents? What are the best strategies to find work? What are your next steps?

Cost: Free
Please call for more information or to register

Please join us for an evening of new poetry:

featuring Daniela Elza reading from the new book
"4 poets: Daniela Elza, Peter Morin, Al Rempel, Onjana Yawnghwe" by Mother Tongue Publishing, (Aug. 2009)

with special guest Sean Arthur Joyce reading from his new book "Star Seeds" (New Orphic, 2009).

Some time may be allotted to questions/discussion. Books will be available.
Hope to see you there.

Karen Logan will be here offering 10 minute chair massages to customers of the Cocoa-nut Lounge for a mere toonie! What a great deal!

We are located on Vernon Street behind the Best Western hotel.

The Kokanee Speakeasy Toastmasters club invites you to come out and see how hundreds of thousands of people worldwide have transformed their lives through Toastmasters for over 80 years.

Our Nelson club is full of energy, growing rapidly and offers a smaller intimate fun loving environment to learn public speaking and leadership skills.

If you like to laugh, be inspired, meet incredible diverse people and want to build your communication skills, please join us at our next meeting (for free).

http://kokanee.freetoasthost.ws/

"The way we communicate with others and with ourselves ultimately determines the quality of our lives" - Anthony Robbins

Come out to this awesome cozy venue and catch one of the best voices in Canada in an intimate, acoustically beautiful room..
Coco's voice in unforgetable.
Tickets available in advance at the Ymir store
$10 in advance or $12 at the door.. or email me - carla@undergroundartsrailroad.com
See you there!

Is Ken better than Bob (Dylan)? Only one way to find out! He may even bring Jane with him!

We are located on Vernon Street behind the Best Western hotel.

SILENT ART AUCTION
BAKE SALE
WINE & CHEESE

Fundraiser for the Factory Store On Baker. Silent Auction items on display in the window all week! Come out and support you local artists.

Nick will be coming to play some great tunes! Don't miss out on fabulous desserts, deliciously refreshing drinks, and groovy tunes in our relaxing family atmosphere.

We are located on Vernon Street behind the Best Western hotel.

Comme à chaque année, l’AFKO tiendra une épluchette de blé d’Inde afin de célébrer le temps des récoltes.

Au menu, évidemment du blé d’inde -gracieuseté de l'AFKO-, un BBQ pour y faire dorer vos pièces de viande ainsi que les plats à partager que vous aurez apportés (potluck). Nous terminerons la journée avec quelques activités pour les jeunes et moins jeunes.

It's the annual Corn Roast of the Francophone association -AFKO. There will be a potluck followed by some activities. Everyone welcome! :)

Leroy and Beck are here from Australia with their diggery-doos and guitars. Don't miss an awesome show, along with fabulous desserts and delicious drinks in our relaxing family atmosphere.

We are located on Vernon Street behind the Best Western hotel.

The Nelson & District Arts Council encourages all artisans to apply now for inclusion in the Kootenay Artisans Market. Applications are available online at www.ndac.ca and by emailing ndac@netidea.com.

APPLICATIONS ARE DUE BY AUGUST 31st.

The Kootenay Artisans Market is a juried showcase and sale of the finest arts and crafts in the region, and features only original, handcrafted work.

The Market will be held from October 23rd – 25th, 2009 at the Prestige Lakeside Resort in beautiful Nelson, BC. Times: Friday 1-9, Saturday 10-6, Sunday 10-4.

CONTACT: Kathy Hartley, NDAC Administrator
PHONE: 250-354-2402
EMAIL: ndac@netidea.com
WEB: www.ndac.ca

Join us on Monday nights for our weekly Open House, a casual introduction to meditation practice, Shambhala Buddhist teachings and our community.

• 7:00 PM: Meditation instruction and practice
• 8:00 PM: Talk and discussion
• 9:00 PM: Tea

All welcome • Free of charge

For a full program description go to:
http://nelson.shambhala.org/open_house.php

Kootenay Shambhala Meditation Centre
3rd Floor - 444 Baker Street, PO Box 136, Nelson, BC V1L 5P7
250-352-5560 • info@nelsonbuddha.com • www.nelsonbuddha.com