This Thursday, April 1st, follow the rainbow upstairs above KC’s restaurant to celebrate Nelson Sewing Solutions’ one-year anniversary.

At the party you’ll find wine, appetizers and the new line of LIVINlove patchwear: a collection of inspired patches made entirely with cloth scraps from a year’s worth of alterations.

This will be an great opportunity for photographers to meet other industry contacts, enjoy slideshows, skiing and after parties for 3 straight days
(plus the 50% off accommodations and passes can't be beat)

The Gathering is a three-day ski-festival culminating in a big night out of photos, short films and live music in the infamous Miners Hall heritage building (circa 1890). The already classic TGR film ‘Swift, Silent Deep’ will make its Kootenay premiere earlier in the day. The event runs from April 2nd – 4th.

Visit the Gathering website at www.thegatheringatred.com or click through at www.redresort.com for presenter bios, full schedules, accommodation event specials and to book

Mostly Swing...
social dancing on the best dance floor in town..

friendly crowd, beginners welcome,
food and libation...

a great way to start the weekend !

Eat well and dance every day...Ginger Rogers

Five Alarm Funk will follow a 2 hour slideshow presentaiton by Powder Magazine photographers.

Five Alarm is scheduled to play 9 pm tp 1 a.m. in teh Miners Hall rossland Apr 3rd.

Visit the Gathering website at www.thegatheringatred.com or click through at www.redresort.com for presenter bios, full schedules, accommodation event specials and to book

Marion Bergevin, folk singer songwriter performs for the first time at the Unplugged Saturday Sessions. She has a focus on environmental, global south development and peace songs. She's working on her third cd "When Soul Touches Soul" and was featured on the Soundvibes compilation.

Diamond Willow, Slocan Valley based bluegrass band returns with Delaine Hird on lead vocals, Gene Hird on flat top guitar, Olin McKay on upright bass, Martin Grueniger on banjo,Peter Pii on mandolin and Brian Parfeniuk on fiddle.

Big sales on 2009 stock and check out our NEW 2010 product.
Slideshow/ Video on Saturday at 6:30pm.
Giveaways, music and friends. Come down to see what is new at Endless Adventure this summer:)

The Dances of Universal Peace are a moving meditation practice involving simple dance movements and music shared in a circle. A dance leader, supported by musicians, teaches participants a chant and movements. Soon, the circle is singing and moving together, deepening into the meditation. The dances offer a joyous and multi-cultural way to touch the spiritual essence within, share heartfelt connection with others and experience deep inner peace.

No experience or partner is required – the dances are easy to learn and are taught to the whole group each time. Bring non-marking indoor shoes and a water bottle. By donation.

Learn this magic and amazing dance that everybody loves!!!!

Beginners I (Introduction to Belly Dance)

Mondays and Wednesday 1:00 - 2:00 pm, starts April 5 til May 26, or
Tuesdays and Thursdays 6:45 - 7:45 pm, starts April 6 til May 27.

Beginners II (Perfection of your techniques)

If you have learned some Bellydance before, you are going to improve a lot taking this class, learning the basic steps and combinations of Maksoum's rhythm

Jen has taken classes and performed with many amazing bellydancers like Ansuya, Jillina and Bokenka (shakiras´s teacher)

Tuesdays and Thursdays 8:00 - 9:00 pm, starts April 6 til May 27.

8 weeks / 2 classes a week
Cost: $ 240

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=10150107760265492&ref=mf

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

In partnership with the Columbia Basin Trust, the City of Nelson has funded a housing needs study and affordable housing strategy. As part of the study, Nelson residents are encouraged to complete an online survey to help identify the most critical housing needs and issues.

Whether you rent, own or couchsurf, please take the time to fill out this important survey. The survey is available at: www.nelson.ca

The Egyptian Mystery School Teachings With Joseph-Mark Cohen

Joseph-Mark will take you on an imaginal journey with a 64 slide power point presentation augmented by travel stories, poetry, music and an introduction to the cosmological and bio-energetic teachings that were nested in the temples for 10,000 years. Joseph-Mark has guided 10 Egypt Journeys and is planning another for Spring 2011.

The Velvet Underground will be serving a delicious Middle Eastern menu to coincide with this presentation.

Suggested Donation: $10-$20

4 weeks and really learn to SWING DANCE and have tons of FUN!! No experience or partner necessary. This is one of the most versatile dances and you are guaranteed to have an awesome experience, or your MONEY BACK. $50 per person for 4 week session (repeat the basic course for free, included). Tuesday April 6th is the first night of this course.

The Royal is awesome. Please come at 6:45 PM for the first session and be prepared for FUN.

About Howie Ross: Howie's been dancing swing for over 20 years and his goal is to get people out there dancing in as short a time period as possible, with confidence and a large variety of dance moves, while having lots of "FUN".

Need a resume? Unsure where to start? This free one day workshop will guide you through how to best highlight your skills, abilities and accomplishments to potential employers. Please register early to guarantee your place. Info@kcds.ca or 250-352-6200

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 to save your space, info@kcds.ca or 250-352-6200

Mingle-inc is a monthly cocktail lounge evening for business networking. The event is open to business owners, business start-up, artists and anyone who wants to meet with the business community. Drop in participants are encouraged to talk to someone new every 20 minutes. This is a no sweat event, everyone is there to have fun, make contacts & be inspired.

Mingle-inc is held every 2nd Thursday of the month at Louie’s lounge in Nelson from 5pm to 7pm. There will be music, a relaxing atmosphere and you can order any of the trendy cocktails or dishes from the menu. Come after work for a drink and bring a lot of business cards! Admission $5.

Healing with Bliss - A seva programme introduced by Pranashakty International

www.pranashakty.org

Acharaya Sri Jothi Veeram Ma (Sara Kuhn)
Thursday April 8th & Friday April 9th
6:30 - 8:30 pm
507 Baker St., Suite 209

Pre-registration Required! Workshop size is limited. Email nelsonpranashakty@gmail.com or call 250-505-7832.

The participant will be empowered with the Ananda Siddhi energy. Through continuous and regular meditation and practice, this energy will grow and transform the recipient on all levels. The Ananda Siddhi is a very powerful and transformative energy which is passed on through Diksha by an Acharaya. The Ananda Siddhi energies are known to relieve high blood pressure, anxiety, diabetes, heart problems, stress, & more!

Michael Jerome Browne recently won the award for SOLO ARTIST OF THE YEAR (2008) at the CANADIAN FOLK MUSIC AWARDS.
Born in South Bend, Indiana in 1960, Michael is the son of English professors whose love of music and poetry inspired them to take their nine year old son to the great jazz, blues and folk clubs in their adopted home of Montreal.

Michael Jerome Browne has three previous releases, all of them JUNO nominated.

The Penticton based Get Bent performers are touring BC showcasing their signature style. Bollywood bellydancing is a high energy and modern style that blends bellydance with the upbeat dance moves, popular music, and the colourful costumes of India's Bollywood movies.

The tour lands in Nelson on April 9th at 7:00pm at the Capital Theatre. The Get Bent performers will be joined by the Baladi Moon Dancers, a wonderful local dance troupe that will be performing a variety of world dancers.

The Baladi Moon Dancers dance with passion and grace, letting their love of dance light up their performances.

This is an exciting family event not to be missed. Tickets are available at the Capitol Theatre for $19/adults and $12/youth under 12.

Mind over No-matter
Original Paintings and installation by Wesley Horsfall
This series takes the viewer to the god of Science the all powerful knowing human brain. Understand everything that Science believes it knows; lost souls, Auric fields, Neurons and synapses.
Wine and Cheese, Music by Dj Digs

The Variables will be here with their great memories of big band sound! Come on down and have delicious drinks, decadent desserts, and great music in our relaxing family atmosphere.

We are located on Vernon Street directly behind the Best Western hotel- close to the 4 way stop.

Three new acts to our Unplugged Saturday Sessions.
Allan Pusey, from Winlaw, roots/folkrock singer songwriter has played for fifteen years with group Common Ruin and they have recorded two albums.
Ty West, local singer songwriter, weaves together many musical styles to create his own sound in this intriguing one-man show. He's working on his second album and is also part of the popular group "Brian Rosen & The WhatNow"
Old Macdonald's Bluegrass Ensemble is a 7 piece group from Selkirk Music Program featuring Don Macdonald on fiddle, Rudy Miksanek on mandolin, John Legg on guitar, Michael Cumblidge on guitar, Nathan Wilson on drums, Simon Newton on bass and Steve Meggait from the "Pine Years" on banjo.

Nelson Chess Club is holding a one day tournament on April 10th beginning at 9am. There will be 5 or 6 rounds of games depending on number of entries.

Cash prizes plus medals for first, second and third places.

$15 entry fee also please bring your own chess set and clock if possible as club supplies are limited.

Come and pit your skill with others in a very relaxed tournament.

The Friendship Outreach Clubhouse for mental health and addictions members are washing, drying and vacuuming your rides.
Facilities are being donated Barry Taylor ALL proceeding raised are for Clubhouse activities.

This year's celebration is planning on being even bigger and better than last year's and if last year is any indication get there early.
The Celebration will include eye-popping science shows, various demonstrations, challenges and an opportunity to meet all the people in your community doing cool science every day. We also have the BCTC portable AquaVan from Vancouver Aquarium featuring live animals, props and activities related to aqua life.
With the generous support of FortisBC we are also excited to bring the Solar Power Road show to our celebration. To view one of their presentations: http://www.vimeo.com/1271995
Science World Shows are at 12 noon, 1 PM & 3 PM

The Nelson & Area Kaoma Alliance (NAKA) would like to invite you to the 3rd annual “WHAT IN THE WORLD IS NELSON DOING” , An Afternoon to Inspire Action, at The Eagles Hall, 641 Baker Street in Nelson, on Saturday April 10th, 2010 from 2-7pm. We would be pleased to have anyone working on international development projects to participate by hosting an information booth at the event! As well, each organization is invited to present and speak about the work they are doing. We will have a concession and the event is free to the public and anyone wishing to host a booth. To book your space at the event please contact kimmy.klassen@gmail.com 250-357-2585.

Saturday, April 10th
Head down to the Dock 'n' Duck Pub & Grill for the $9.95 Burger & Beer Fundraiser for Redfish Elementary School. $5 from each burger and beer purchase goes to the local school. Only one purchase per customer; eat in only. Fundraiser starts at 5 pm. Meet you at the dock-side.

MARK YOUR CALENDAR! Kootenay Dancebeat Club presents the Lazy Poker Blues Band at Junction Church in South Slocan, April 10th from 7:30 to 11:00. This alcohol-free dance will feature live swing music with taped cha chas, rumbas, waltzes and salsa music at intermissions. Door prizes, refreshments, great music and a fantastic dance floor make this an event you don’t want to miss!

$15 per ticket ($3 refund at the door for Dancebeat Club members).Tickets can be purchased from:

Slocan City: Joyce 355-2740
Valley: Gary 226-6979
Nelson: Russ 3527999
Ian 352-0013
Howie 352-2900 Urban Legends
Castlegar: Nova 365-0590
New Denver: Scott 358-7223
(Submitted on behalf of Gary Yakimchuk, Kootenay Dancebeat

Tiller’s Folly, are the Pacific Northwest's internationally traveled, virtuosic ambassadors of song. For the past thirteen years, through 1,000's of performances they have spread their memorable blend of energy, history, musicality, romance, and just plain fun. With seven CD's to their credit, Tiller's continues to expand and refine their potent mix of Celtic influenced Canadiana, Americana 'and beyond.'
In 2008, Tiller's Folly added a multimedia component to their show including both modern and archival film footage and photography. The stunning visual images and film add new depth of understanding and enjoyment to an already impressive show.
tillersfolly.com

Cole and Cedar are part of our new series of shows featuring favourites from our Tuesday night jam. Come on down for delicious drinks, fabulous treats, and great music in our relaxing family atmosphere.

We are located on Vernon Street behind the Best Western hotel- close to the 4 way stop.

The poetry slam is a friendly poetry competition in which poets are judged by random audience members. If you would like to participate, bring 3 poems totaling 3 minutes each and sign up with Samuel at 6:30. If you would like to attend as an audience member, come early for the 7:00 start to get a seat! This is a very popular event!

We are located on Vernon Street behind the Best Western hotel- close to the 4 way stop.

The Nelson Waldorf School invites families to come and learn about our distinctive Kindergarten curriculum.

Our program includes outdoor education, handcrafts, crayoning, watercolour painting, beeswax modeling, baking, felting and woodwork. Seasonal verses, songs puppet shows, fingerplays and storytelling, which take place in weekly rhythms, help to strengthen the child's ability to listen and concentrate; expand language development; foster memory growth and create the foundation for long-term literacy.

The Kindergarten presentation will be followed by the early grades and the middle school programs.

We have a healthy tuition reduction program to allow all families to attend our school.

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

Curriculum presentations for ALL grades. Preschool, Kindergarten and Grades 1 - 8.

The Nelson Waldorf School is hosting downtown curriculum presentations for all Nelson residents. Come learn about the Waldorf education program. The downtown presentations will begin with an introduction to the early years at 7 pm followed by middle school presentations at approx. 8 pm. Join us for all or part of the presentations.

Contact the school at 250.352.6919 for more details.

The NWS offers free tuition for first year students in the grades as well as a healthy tuition reduction program for subsequent years.

The Nelson Waldorf School is hosting downtown curriculum presentations for all Nelson residents. Come learn about the Waldorf Middle School program. Our middle school offers strong academics; an outdoor education program; music; practical arts program; hands on science; enrichment electives; drama and more. The downtown presentations will begin with an introduction to the early years at 7 pm followed by middle school presentations at approx. 8 pm. Join us for all or part of the presentations.

Contact the school at 250.352.6919 for more details.

The NWS offers free tuition for first year students in the grades as well as a healthy tuition reduction program for subsequent years.

Join the Nelson Food Cupboard Society at the Hume Hotel for the 5th Annual Hungry Bowls Spring Luncheon Fundraiser.

Choose a beautiful handcrafted clay bowl, made by students of the Kootenay School of the Arts. Enjoy a delicious selection of food from local restaurants and specialty food businesses, have a great time out, and then take your bowl home with you.

Pre-registration is strongly encouraged to reserve seating, as there is a limited number of bowls.

Tickets are $40 at the door (cash or cheque accepted).

Funds raised will go toward food purchases for the Nelson Food Cupboard - a busy food bank that provides a barrier-free emergency food supply to those in need.

please visit our website at foodcupboard.org

Nathan Lee is a traveling musician who will be playing us his great tunes this Wednesday. Come on down for delicious drinks, divine desserts, and great music in our relaxing family atmosphere. As always, our musical events are free for customers.

We are located on Vernon Street near the 4-way stop and directly behind the Best Western hotel.

Nathan Lee is a great touring musician who is with us for one night only! Come on down for delicious drinks, decadent desserts, and fabulous music in our relaxing family atmosphere!

We are located on Vernon Street at the end near the 4 way stop- behind the Best Western hotel.

Asian Fusion #2-
Chinese, Nepalese, Mongolian and Japanese

This is the second class in our two part Asian series. Join us as we visit and discover the amazing, simple and tasty offerings of the North Asian cuisine. We
will create many whole foods version of some of the most delicious and beautiful dishes from these regions. Let us take some of the mystery out of Asian cooking and help you to create wonderful, flavourful meals that are sure to become family favourites!

Register at the Kootenay Co-op’s Customer Service Desk or by phone at 250-354-4077.
See the brochure on our website for all the details www.kootenay.coop or pick up your copy in-store.

Astrologer Michael O'Connor will bring attention to some of the most basic facts about this event in the actual phenomenal perspective. What this event indirectly represents at least is the reality and importance of cycles in our life and this is what Astrology is. There are many kinds of cycles and each has its own duration and importance. The great alignment is based on a 26,000 year cycle called the Precession of the Equinoxes and otherwise called the Great Year. Michael will illustrate how and why the precessional cycle works, what it generally means, and what it specifically implies to Mayan Cosmology.

Tickets are $10 at Gaia Rising and $15 at the door.

www.sunstarastrology.com

Can’t live with it, can’t live without it! Whether you are buying a home, a car or a toaster, most of us buy things on credit, and some of us struggle with the debt that results. Learn how to manage debt and credit so they work for you. Learn what to do when your life circumstances change and your debts become a problem.

This free workshop combines practical tips with legal information about issues such as: credit ratings, debt collection, bankruptcy, foreclosure, student loans and consumer scams. Sponsored by Castlegar Community Services and funded by The Law Foundation of BC, Nelson & District Credit Union, Kootenay Savings Credit Union and the Columbia Basin Trust.

Kev Corbett is a touring musician who will be here this Thursday with his groovy tunes. Come on down for delicious desserts, divine drinks, and great music in our relaxing family atmosphere. As always, our musical events are free for customers.

We are located on Vernon Street near the 4-way stop, and directly behind the Best Western hotel.

Kev Corbett is a great touring musician who is with us for the night! Come on down for delicious drinks, decadent desserts, and fabulous music in our relaxing family atmosphere!

We are located on Vernon Street near the 4 way stop- behind the Best Western hotel.

The Reiki Level 1 (Shoden) Workshop and Initiation is scheduled for Friday April 16th, 6-9 pm and Saturday the 17th 1-6 pm. Mark your calendars and let me know if you would like to attend this workshop.

Pre-registration is required and the class size is limited.

Call 250-505-7832 or email nelsonpranashakty@gmail.com to register.

ManiStone Centre for Well Being, 507 Baker Street, Suite #209.

Course Fee: $225, $100 deposit holds your place.

Reiki, the Universal Life Energy, is an exciting, life-changing way to begin and to continue the healing journey for yourself and for others. Once completing
Level 1 you may continue on to Level 2 (Practitioner Level).

Reiki Healing Health Benefits: http://www.reiki-for-holistic-health.com/

On Friday, April 16th from 6-9pm, students from the Digital Arts and New Media Program at Selkirk College will be presenting the 11th annual year-end exhibition. Held at Mary Hall at the Tenth Street Campus in Nelson, this event will feature the creative efforts from both first year and graduating classes.

There will be door prizes, refreshments served and admission is free.

Students will be on hand to present their work that includes: 3D animation, graphic and motion graphic design, commercial art, web and digital art. Faculty will be available to speak with those interested in a career in the digital arts.

Mostly Swing Dancing...plus salsa, chacha, waltz
Best social dance floor in town, good food and libation, upbeat playlist
friendly crowd, beginners welcome.
NO CHARGE...

a great way to end your week and start your weekend !

Three new acts to our Unplugged Saturday Sessions. Jason Thomas, from Trail, has performed at Merritt Mountain Music Festival for the last 2 years. He's been singing and playing guitar for thirteen years as well as harmonica and mandolin. His music crosses many genres but is well rooted in country lyrics.
Lisa Nicole, from Castlegar, graduated from Selkirk Music Program majoring in vocals and is doing a third year as a songwriting major. She recently performed at the Snow Show foodcupboard fundraiser and her music is a form of country rock with a bluesy, soul edge.
Vazzy, duo from Grand Forks, perform traditional French and Celtic music with a hint of Arabic and Breton. Suzanne Leclerc sings and plays a variety of percussion i

9:30-coffee;10:00-meeting;11:00-speaker;12-lunch
Anne Edwards will speak on "Women in BC Politics".

Anne Edwards is author of the book, 'Seeking Balance, Conversations with BC Women in Politics'.

Nelson District University Women are members of The BC Council, CFUW (Canadian) and IFUW (International) as an advocacy group. They also provide local scholarships to LVR and Selkirk College female students.
Interested persons are welcome.

Not just for families... not just for children... this Springtime Faire will have something for EVERYONE!

We all look forward to the Holiday Faires so why not bridge the gap between them by having a Spring Faire? Some of the local favourites will be there, so come and check it out!

There will be something for everyone at this annual event!

Door prizes! Yummy treats... local artisans... unique gifts... and so much more!

Come Vote for a Vision of Nelson’s Future!

Local artists have visualized the path to a significantly different future for Nelson. Come and cast your vote for the vision which inspires you the most! The Oxygen Gallery is hosting Transition Nelson’s “Imagine” art competition on April 17th and 18th. Visitors to the gallery will select winners by voting for their top three art choices. Visitors will be able to cast one ballot each, at a cost of $5. The Oxygen Gallery is open for voting on April 17th from 12 – 6 pm, and on April 18th from 1 – 5 pm. The Oxygen Gallery is located in the alley, directly behind Home Hardware. Visit www.transitionnelson.org for more details.

Celebrate Earth Day! Free Workshop!

What:
Burn it Smart Workshop and Residential options for harnessing the earths energy! Learn how to make the most of your woodstove and all about solar and wind energy alternatives for your home.

Guest Speakers:
John Vere- WETT certified woodstove expert
JENERGY TECHNOLOGIES- specializing in Solar & Wind heating/energy alternatives.

When: Saturday April 17th , 2-4pm

Where: NDCC, multi-purpose room.

Cost: FREE! Register today- Call Nicole at (250) 352-8192 or e-mail nward@rdck.bc.ca by April 15.

Brought to you by the Regional District of Central Kootany

Traditional meal served from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm and maple taffy on snow
served from 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm

Member: $15 adult, 30$ family
N-Members: 20$ adult, 45$ family
Kids: 8$ 6-12, Free 0-6
Taffy only: 5$
Please make your reservation: 250-352-3516

Local artists and creative writers have visualized the path to a significantly different future for Nelson.

A wine and cheese gala celebration will take place on Sunday, April 18th starting at 5:30 pm at the Oxygen Gallery. This event is sponsored in part by the BC Wine Guys who will be providing samples of local wines. This event includes the awards ceremony for both the “Imagine” creative writing and art competitions.

The Upper Columbia White Sturgeon Recovery Initiative invite you to release your very own juvenile white sturegon!
You'll be helping an endangered species and it's an amazing experience for all ages. Wear solid shoes as it is rocky ground.
For more information about the UCWSRI visit www.uppercolumbiasturgeon.org.
For more information about this free release event contact the Fish & Wildlife Compensation Program.

Nelson Community Services Centre is hosting "Voices in the Wind", an art exhibit and reception to launch "Prevention of Violence Against women Week".
"Voices in the Wind" - a Clothesline Art Project is a powerful and moving visible display of t-shirts with messages and illustrations that have been designed by, or made in honour of women and children who have experienced abuse.

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

Presented by Carmen Di Luccio

In recent years there has been huge breakthroughs in the arena of health and nutrition. These breakthroughs not only allow us to ‘miraculously' heal ourselves, but also assist us to be more in harmony with the Earth and Universal frequencies.

Join us as we explore these New Age healing strategies which include a new class of foods, nutrients, devices, and tools.

Free samples of E3Live (fresh Blue-Green Algae) will be served.

Sliding Scale $5 - $15

Are you going into Healthcare? Gather information about a variety of careers in the healthcare field including training requirements and potential employment opportunities.

The JV Humphries Band will be here to rock our world this Wednesday evening! Be sure to come down and support the school while enjoying fabulous drinks, delicious desserts, and great music.

As always, our shows are free for customers and donations to musicians are much appreciated.

We are located on Vernon Street near the 4-way stop and directly behind the Best Western hotel.

How do you live with no impact to the Earth in New York city? One family tries it...for a year!
See further movie details at www.transitionnelson.org

Mostly Swing, plus Latin and smooth..
Social dancing at the best social dance venue in town.

friendly, upbeat playlist, food and libation,
wooden dance floor.
Every Friday dancing at the Royal.

a great way to start your weekend !

Come out and enjoy Ten Short Selkirk Student Films from graduates of the Independent Digital Film Program.

Enjoy an array of Narrative, Documentary and Animation

Tickets sold at the door
$10.00 adult
$7.00 students

All proceeds go to the Elizabeth Bidinoff Memorial Scholarship

Diane and Dave will be here with their great laid-back swing tunes. It's always a nice evening with them, so come on down for delicious desserts, decadent desserts, and great music in our relaxing family atmosphere.

As always, our shows are free for customers, although donations to the musicians are always appreciated.

We are located on Vernon Street near the 4-way stop and directly behind the Best Western hotel.

visit: www.kootenayearthday.ca for all details

Penny Korethoski (owner of P.E.T.S dog training) is a certified instructor of this informative Pet First Aid Course which has been offered for 16years now and is internationally recognized. This coarse is designed to give the pet lover the necessary information and skill required to stabilized an injured animal until qualified veterinary care is accessed. Emphasis is placed on prevention of illness and injury, the importance of early veterinary care and appropriate restraining of an injured animal. Course will be running April 24th (3pm-7pm) & 25th(9am-4pm) for more details and registration please contact Penny at 352-9244(WAGG) or www.petstrainingservices.com or email at educate@petstrainingservices.com.

You've heard her busking on Baker, now check out "Hurry Up Amie", the little lady with the big guitar takes on 60's folk rock, gen x tunes, as well as originals.
Dave Scanlan & the Walker Brothers (Don and Marvin) are veteran local musicians who will perform folkroots from 1-2.
*A very special guest from Seattle*, formerly of Kaslo, Michael Guthrie will perform country blues and folk on his banjolin, guitar and 1915 lap steel.
He owned the Village Green Cafe in Kaslo during the 70s and started the Langham Cultural Society to preserve the historic building from being torn down. Michael has performed in several large folk music festivals and is very active in the Seattle music scene. Check out his site at (www.moorafa.com)

Come celebrate the earth!
7am-Meet near the Concession at Lakeside Park for a morning yoga session and fun walk/run to Central School
8am–Free pancake breakfast open to all at Our Daily Bread across the street from the Central School
9am-Daybreak Rotary Club is coordinating a garbage pick-up departing from Central School.
8am-1pm-Central School: Earth friendly market, musicians and performers, inspirational guest speakers, workshops for all ages and prizes and activities for kids!
6:30-11pm-Earth Jam at Cottonwood Falls Park hosting high energy talent ‘Brian Rosen & The WhatNow’, White Lightning Blues Band, other local acts and activities.
Events hosted by Kootenay Earth Day Committee
For more info visit www.kootenayearthday.ca

This is part of our bi-weekly series, featuring favourite performers from our great Tuesday night jam. Tonight's feature is our house band, Everone. It promises to be a terrific night, so come on down for delicious drinks, decadent desserts, and great music in our relaxing family atmosphere.

As always, our shows are free for customers, although donations to the musicians are always appreciated.

We are located on Vernon Street near the 4-way stop and directly behind the Best Western hotel.

Sell a bike, buy at bike at Nelson Cycling Club's 6th annual Bike Swap. Any type of bicycles and related bike gear such as parts and clothing are welcome. Please drop them off at the Rod & Gun Club prior to the sale between 11:00 AM and noon. The doors will open for the sale at 12:30 PM sharp and the sale will finish at 2:30 PM sharp. Money from the sale and any unsold items must be picked up between 2:30 – 3:30 PM on Saturday, April 16 or they will be donated to charity. Only cash or cheque can be accepted at the sale.

Enter a team, enter as an individual, raise funds to support those in the West Kootenays whose lives have been affected by multiple sclerosis and come to Lakeside Park on Sunday, April 25th for a fun, event-filled day for the whole family! Register online at www.mswalks.ca.

Endless Adventure is proud to host a BBQ and Demo Day in Trail. Come out and try new boats, check out the newest gear and surf at Rock Island. The BBQ will be fired up, so come join us. See you on the Water!

This stunning 5 hour slide show & seminar will open your eyes & hearts to what is perhaps the most startling mystery of our time. The event includes a gala lunch. Call 250-229-2227 to reserve a space....

BBQ DEMO DAY IN TRAIL
Sunday, April 25 from 1pm-5pm Rock Island, Trail.

Endless Adventure will be at Trail Wave and Hero Hole located across from the Waneta Plaza in Trail this Sunday April 25 from 1pm-5pm. Come join us for a free BBQ or a chance to try out some of the latest Whitewater kayaks. The new Jackson Star and Fun series will be available for free trials. What better way to kick off the season with some good friends, new kayaks, and a free BBQ.

MOONMONSTERS WITH A MESSAGE
SILENT ART/CRAFT AUCTION!
MUSIC TO THE HIGHER REALMS!
TREAT YOUR TASTEBUDS!
MYSTERIES OF THE UNIVERSE SOLVED BY THE CULT OF WILLIAM BROWN!
DONATION DROP OFF OF QUALITY & CLEAN ITEMS!
when? SUNDAY APRIL 25 2-5PM
where? DOWNTOWN WINLAW, 5686 Hwy 6
why? TO HAVE FUN, SOCIALIZE, BUILD COMMUNITY SPIRIT, and BID ON SOME GOODIES!
YOU WON'T WANT TO MISS IT!

Enjoy an evening of Middle Eastern food, music, and a special presentation by the renowned speaker, Sid Shniad - co chair of Canada's Independent Jewish Voices.

Don’t miss this informative and entertaining evening, as we discuss why this conflict is important to Canadians, and how we can affect change.

Tickets will be sold in advance at Otter Books and at the door. $15.00 / $10.00 for seniors and students / Children under 6 are free

It's time again for our monthly open mic poetry reading. All poets and aficionados welcome. Come and share your poetry with our appreciative audience. This event is held on the last Sunday of the month, so come on down for delicious drinks, decadent desserts, and exciting spoken word in our relaxing family atmosphere.

As always, our events are free for customers, although donations for the poets are always appreciated.

We are located on Vernon Street near the 4-way stop and directly behind the Best Western hotel.

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

So...your networking, your resume and cover letter worked and you have a job interview...now what? Attend this free, informative session to cover topics such as first impressions, body language and what the questions really mean, and how to answer them effectively. Learn how to stand out in an interview. Call (250) 352 6200 or email info@kcds.ca for registration or further information

Come and check out an amazing new technology that will make you 10 years younger in 10 minutes. You will LOVE it. All the rage in Europe for 5 years, just arrived in the Kootenays:) Please pre-register for event or call for an appointment.

What is social media? Can it really help in work search? In this free workshop you will explore how job seekers and employers are using social media to find the right fit. Find out more about Linkedin, Facebook, Twitter, etc.

This is going to be a beautiful show in Ymir.. DONT MISS IT!!!
Miss Emily Brown is debuting her incredible new Album, In Technicolor and it is stunning!
Come and see her in a venue where people are there to really hear the music.

"In Technicolor is a gorgeous, adventurous masterpiece. - i(heart)music"

"Miss Emily Brown’s debut album, Part of You Pours Out of Me, named one of the top twelve albums of 2008 by CBC’s Alan Neal, marked a graceful entrance onto Canada’s independent music scene."

Miss Emily Brown will be joined by Steve Brockley who is also releasing his own album this tour.

Tix $10 available at the Ymir store or email me carla@undergroundartsrailroad.com

5 day Introduction to Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy, taught by Cherionna Menzam, PhD., RCST. This work is a gentle, profound bodywork which enhances physical health, mental clarity and emotional well being. You will learn to settle into deep stillness and rest, establish a safe non-invasive presence and to work with the body's innate intelligence. This Introduction will also help you decide if the full 10 module training beginning in Nov. 2010 is right for you.

Afro-Cuban percussion
workshop with
Kris LeDrew
Friday nights 7-8:30 starting april 30th running to the 21st of may
(my birthday!...party to follow!!)
Vortex Studio
(under the traditional Chinese Medicine clinic)
4weeks $80.00