We've expanded our spa, and are celebrating with a wine and cheese party on August 1st from 2-5pm. Meet our practitioners, sip some wine, and enter one of our spa giveaway draws. We look forward to a fun filled day, and hope that you can join us.

Join us on Monday nights for our weekly Open House, a friendly 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

This daytime market offers regional farm produce and a variety of products. A majority of the food and goods sold will be regionally grown and crafted in an effort to support local sustainability. Live music is always a part of the market from 11am-2pm. Here you will find organic produce, ready to eat foods, local, hand-made and wonderfully creative Kootenay products.

Come join us for a conversation about the life of the bees in and outside the hive, honeybees in our communities, and ideas about what we can do at home to support these little creatures that are so important to our food system. This presentation includes lots of photos and is a family-friendly event. Claire Anderson has a passion for natural backyard beekeeping and is excited to share this way of working with honeybees. She is a bee guardian in Boulder CO, catching swarms and helping fellow backyard beekeepers set up and maintain
their hives. She also has three top bar hives that she works with using an organic, input free and chemical-free management style. Free admission.

Ken Dodds and Kevin Armstrong are local legends. Come hear Ken's unusual sense of humour in his original compositions. Is Ken "Better than Bob"? Come and judge for yourself in our air conditioned relaxing family atmosphere. As always, our shows are free for customers and donations for the performers are gratefully accepted.

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

Camilo Nu and his terrific high energy band from Mexico were featured at the Kaslo Jazz Festival! They will truly blow your mind. Now hear them in air conditioned comfort at the fabulous Cocoa-nut Lounge, while sipping a delightful iced mocha or one of the best milkshakes in town. DON'T MISS IT! As always, our shows are free for customers and donations for the performers are gratefully accepted.

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

This retreat will be a powerful way to take charge of your health. Learn the latest science on regenerative nutrition and healthy aging, and take home a comprehensive system of Yoga practice that will benefit you for years.

Reiki Level II, Shoden Initiation Workshop in Nelson.

Friday, August 6th 6 - 9 pm
Saturday, August 7th 10 am - 6 pm

Registration required.
Class size limited.

Contact: Reiki Master Teacher, Sara Kuhn at blissbodies@gmail.com or 250-505-7832

Reiki Level 2 will certify you to be an official Reiki Practitioner.

Must have Reiki Level I prior to attending - call to schedule a Level I initiation.

Course Fee: $275.
$100 deposit holds your place.

"I woke up in the night with some signs of a headache so I call[ed] the Reiki energy in and placed my hands where the symptoms where coming from (left side of head and neck) and low and behold the symptoms stopped . . . wooooohoooooo! That is the first time that has ever happened." - Wendy

Cole Walker will be here with his great country/folk style. As always, our shows are free for customers and donations for performers are gratefully accepted.

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

The Crooked Brothers, a three piece roots band from Manitoba, are currently touring through Western Canada, and will be playing on stage at the Cottonwood Farmer's Market here in Nelson.

If you haven't caught these fellas in town before- check them out at:
www.crookedbrothers.com
www.myspace.com/crookedbrothers

Cedar Flute will be here with her beautiful folk sound. As always, our shows are free for customers and donations for the performers are gratefully accepted.

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

A little bit of everything.....Blues, R&B, Soul, Ska, Reggae, Funk, Rock Classics plus a few of our own originals. Bring your dancing shoes.

Relax & Rejuvenate with a 15 min. neck, back and shoulder massage and support community

By donation: $2 (from every massage goes to Our Daily Bread)

For Customers only
1st come...1st served
The Cocoa-Nut Lounge has an outdoor patio, a family friendly atomosphere, great desserts (spelt too)and a wide variety of hot and cold beverages.

The poetry slam is a friendly poetry competition where poets have 3 minutes per round to wow the randomly selected audience judges. It is always a fun and exciting event. Poets sign up at 6:30 and audience members should arrive before 7:00 to get a seat. This place fills up quickly! As always, our events are free for customers and donations to the slam are gratefully accepted.

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

From the first day, participants get their hands on professional camera and sound gear, as they direct their own short digital films. In the post-production phase, participants use Final Cut Pro and Soundtrack Pro, Apple's premier editing software. Some experience with a camera is good, but not necessary to enroll in this program. No equipment necessary.
Instructor: Amy Bohigian
Tuition: $393.75
For further information, contact Amy Bohigian at 250.505.5169 or email amy@watershedproductions.ca or visit www.watershedproductions.ca/camp.html

Champ-leve is a type of enamel in which the colour is inlaid into a recessed pattern in the metal, giving it a similar look to a stained glass or mosaic. Complex, multicoloured patterns can be created using the torch fired method. Beginner to advanced welcome.

Instructor: Karin Marita Jones
Tuition: $325
Materials: $25

Paint, Pottery, Pizzazzzz! Get creative with various mediums with projects big and small. Classes will be split up according to age as the older students will have the opportunity to try some forging.

Instructor: TBA
Tuition: $200
Materials: $25

With heat, iron can be stretched, tapered, pierced, punched, twisted and embellished to make a variety of items for the home or garden. Beginner to Advanced welcome.

Bring a project idea, water bottle, safety glasses, gloves, ear plugs and work boots.

Instructor:Kevin Kratz
Tuition: $250
Materials: $35

Kids, come spend a week at the
BC SPCA and learn about pet care,
wildlife, animal welfare issues, farm
animals and the environment.
Games, crafts, and guest speakers will fill the week with a combination of
fun and learning.
Camps will be running August 9th-13th and 23rd to 29th for ages 7-12 years
old.
Register at the Nelson SPCA
For more info go to spca.bc.ca/camp or call the Nelson SPCA at 250-352-7178

Join us on Monday nights for our weekly Open House, a friendly 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

Bring your own instrument or borrow one, but come on down and show us what you've got! All ages welcome! Hosted by Rob Funk. As always, our events are free for customers and donations to the jam are gratefully accepted.

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

Need a resume? Unsure where to start? This one day workshop will show you how to best highlight your skills, abilities and accomplishments to potential employers.

This daytime market offers regional farm produce and a variety of products. A majority of the food and goods sold will be regionally grown and crafted in an effort to support local sustainability. Live music is always a part of the market from 11am-2pm. Here you will find organic produce, ready to eat foods, local, hand-made and wonderfully creative Kootenay products.

Kevin Armstrong is an international singing star! Usually residing in Switzerland and Germany, he's back for a visit and will be here to delight all with his opera, pop, rock, and originals variety show. Definitely not to be missed! As always, our events are free for customers and donations for the performers are gratefully accepted.

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

The West Kootenay Bluegrass Society, in conjunction with Kootenay Co-op Radio, is very proud to present, from Yellowknife "The Done Gone Stringband".
All ages welcome.
Adult:$12 - Youth:12-18 $8 - Under 12 Free

"The Done Gone Stringband" brings you true blue old-time music sounds from the hills, porches and kitchens of yesteryear. Playing vintage-sounding original material as well as a selection of the finest of traditional old-time songs, the Done Gone Stringband are two generations of the Hamilton family Bob Hamilton on frailing banjo, mandolin, dobro and vocals, , Sarah Hamilton on fiddle and vocals and Patrick Hamilton on frailing banjo and vocals and Anne Louise Genest on guitar and vocals and Bo on upright bass.

Second Chance Animal Shelter is seeking new board members! With many new projects on the horizon, 2nd Chance welcomes new board members ready to help fundraise, put on events, and work with the current experienced and easy going board. This is a voluntary position and a year commitment is preferred. The board meets at 6 PM, the 2nd Wednesday of every month at Second Chance Animal Shelter, 2124 Ymir Road, Nelson, BC V1L 6Y9. Please contact Judie at the shelter with further questions (number listed above).

Also, 2nd Chance announces that it is currently accepting donations made through the bottle depot. It's easy! You help sort the items and when asked at the counter, let them know you would like the proceeds given to 2nd Chance. Thanks!

What's happening in the world of work? How do these changes affect where and how you look for work? What's 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.

William Brown is a poetic force to be reckoned with! He'll be here performing his unusual and always entertaining show. As always, our events are free for customers and donations for the performers are gratefully accepted.

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

Ethan Collister is a touring musician stopping by our little lounge on his way. Don't miss out on his great tunes! As always, our events are free for customers and donations for the performers are gratefully accepted.

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

Our theme for this four-day men\'s retreat will be the art and practice of personal leadership. We will be exploring the link between how we show up in our lives, and the results that we create.

Sat Kaur welcomes you to learn the art of Lazure in a weekend workshop at the Nelson Waldorf School.

Saturday, August 14th and Sunday, August 15th

"Pay as You Can"

Beautify a community space while you learn a technique to rejuvenate your own home. As seen in the Nelson Waldorf School Kinderhouse and classrooms, Maplerose Store as well as private homes throughout the Kootenays, lazure is a finish that warms any space.

View photos and slideshow of Sat Kaur's lazure painting at: www.satkauryoga.com.

Visit www.lazure.com to see and read more about this soulful approach to physical space.

Jilly bo Billy and Bumblebee Toys are having a Party!
Kids Fashion Show, Face Painting, Balloons, Kids Theatre, and a whole lot of FUN!

Door prizes every 1/2 hour!
Wooded Pirate Ship valued at $200 from Bumblebee Toys, prizes from Jilly bo Billy, Capital Theatre, Nest Parent Support, Pixie Candy, Shalimar Health Spa, Vanilla Bean Bakery, Name Your Tune, and Frog Peak Cafe!


Here's your chance to meet these web-based businesses in person and inventory will be available for purchase.

Enter to win the Grand Prize (worth over $750)!

Invite everyone you think will want to come. Let's Party!!



www.bumblebeetoys.com
www.jillybobilly.com

ANKORS, Oso Negro, and Nelson Brewing Company present the 2010 AIDS Walk for Life Theme Song Contest TALENT SHOWDOWN! Watch as the Kootenay’s emerging singer-songwriters strut their stuff alongside known local talents Lucas Myers and Krista Lynch, Lisel Forst and Robyn Lamb, Brahm Taylor, and the Black Albinos! Vote to choose your favourite theme song for the AIDS Walk for Life - be there for the music, the pain, and the GLORY as this epic faceoff between artists comes to a head on Saturday, August 14th at Self Design High (in the Legion Building across from the Library). Doors Open at 7:30 pm for the silent auction, and the showdown begins at 8pm! Tickets are $10/$20 sliding scale and available at Eddy Music or the ANKORS Office.

Darcy Hula will be here for another evening of relaxing easy listening tunes. Come on down and relax in our air conditioned family-friendly atmosphere. As always, our events are free for customers and donations for the performer are gratefully accepted.

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

Bellydance workshop FAN VEIL is taught by Jen Mendizabal, directly from Venezuela. Jen has taught bellydance for many years and has taken classes and performed with many amazing bellydancers like Bozenka (Shakira´s bellydance teacher). This is a Great opportunity for learn a different style with a Latin touch.

Saturday August 15
1:00 pm- 4:00 pm

COST. $45
(Fan Veils will be provided for the class to the girls registered before July 18).

MORE INFO AND VIDEOS:

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=138076666208562&ref=mf

The Permaculture Design Course is a 13-day intensive program, combining theory and hands-on activities. Through lectures, discussions, slide shows, field trips and hands-on projects, participants learn the basic permaculture design principles and develop the practical skills to design and implement sustainable systems.

Topics include:
Permaculture techniques & principles
Site analysis
Soil fertility
Edible landscaping
Fruit & nut trees
Forest garden & Agroforestry
Forest ecosystem
Water uses
Biological pest control
Cover crops & green manures
Microclimates
Urban permaculture
etc.

The Instructor, Gregoire Lamoureux is one of the most experienced Permaculture teacher in Canada.
The permaculture design course is presented by Selkirk College

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.

Contrast and variety are the 'spices' that make paintings intiguing and beautiful. Learn how to paint bright and neutral; bold and mysterious; uplifting and moody. Lose and find edges. Use positive form and negative space interplay for dynamic paintings. See better how to improve your paintings with an objective eye. Some gesture and contour drawing too as a means to personal style discovery. Demonstrations, lots of painting time and open discussion sessions.

Instructor: Mirja Vahala
Tuition: $250
Materials: $45

Damascene is a process originally used to inlay intricate patters on armour, swords and other weapons throughout Europe and Asia. A fascinating technique for jewellers, blacksmiths and metalworkers alike, this course is open to all skill levels.

Instructor: Karin Jones
Tuition: $325
Materials: $40

Participants work together to plan, shoot and edit their own digital film ideas as they have fun behind and in front of the camera. No equipment necessary.
Instructor: Amy Bohigian
Tuition: $393.75

For further information, call Amy Brohigian at 250.505.5169 or email amy@watershedproductions.ca or visit www.watershedproductions.ca/camp.html

Kids are you ready for a ridiculously fun time? Now recruiting kids age 6-12. We have games, sports, activities, crafts, and so much more. The cost is a mere $20 per kid for the entire week. Lunch and snacks provided. Register online at www.armyoflove.ca
See you there!

Endless Adventure puts the Entire Store on sale for the Final Sale of the YEAR! Everything in the store is 30-60% off.
Make a purchase and have a chance to win a free river trip for you and 3 friends.
This Sale is a way to give back to our most valued clients. Thank you for a great season.
See you on the River:)

Join us on Monday nights for our weekly Open House, a friendly 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 unemployed and wondering what your next career step will be? What is the work that fits for you? in this 4 day career exploration workshop we will use a variety of assessments and tools to assist you in discovering your perfect work.

Bring your own instrument or borrow one, but come on down and show us what you've got! All ages welcome! Hosted by Rob Funk. As always, our events are free for customers and donations to the jam are gratefully accepted.

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

This daytime market offers regional farm produce and a variety of products. A majority of the food and goods sold will be regionally grown and crafted in an effort to support local sustainability. Live music is always a part of the market from 11am-2pm. Here you will find organic produce, ready to eat foods, local, hand-made and wonderfully creative Kootenay products.

Brain 4 is an advanced level course for which prerequisites are required. For more information please contact the Chikly Health institute at chiklyinstitute.org. In B4 you'll deepen the skills you've already studied and been practicing and learn how to work with and release restrictions in several new areas of the brain and spinal cord, especially cranial nerves, nuclei and ganglia and dorsal root ganglia.

One Girl plus Four Geeks Equals One Funny Show! TNT Young Company Presents Victoria Martin: Math Team Queen. 8PM TNT Playhouse (corner Ward and Carbonate). Advance Tickets $15 & $10 - Eddy Music & Reo's

A lively summer evening festival of music, dance and celebration on Baker Street downtown Nelson.
At Market Fest you will find 2 stages featuring many great bands playing all kinds of music for all ages and dance performances; children's entertainment tent; 50 plus vendors with handmade, homegrown or prepared goods and tasty foods; and nonprofit and charitable organization info booths.
It is a great party so come out and enjoy the freedom of the open street.

Swing...all kinds, plus salsa, chacha, tango, waltz, etc.
Friendly, casual, great floor, great mixed playlist...
beginners welcome..
NO Door Charge.

see you on the dance floor !

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Local artists offer up great art at a price anyone can afford. Grid gallery will fill it's walls with reduced pricing for one night only. All pieces $200. Cash only event. Come early for first pick.

One Girl plus Four Geeks Equals One Funny Show! TNT Young Company Presents Victoria Martin: Math Team Queen. 8PM TNT Playhouse (corner Ward and Carbonate). Advance Tickets $15 & $10 - Eddy Music & Reo's

Sunshine Drive performs at The Nelson Market Fest Friday, August 20...9:00pm-10:00pm. Featuring a set of Blues, R&B, Soul, Funk, Ska, Reggae, Rock Classics as well as a few originals thrown into the musical mix. A veritable cornucopia of music! Sunshine Drive is Grant Sutherland, Steve Garth, Daryl... Doyle, Bonnie Johnson and Phil Wilson-Birks. Don't forget your dancin' shoes!

One Girl plus Four Geeks Equals One Funny Show! TNT Young Company Presents Victoria Martin: Math Team Queen. 8PM TNT Playhouse (corner Ward and Carbonate). Advance Tickets $15 & $10 - Eddy Music & Reo's

Sunshine Drive performs at The Kaslo Hotel in Kaslo on Saturday, August 21...9:00pm start time. Featuring an evening of Blues, R&B, Soul, Funk, Ska, Reggae, Rock Classics ell as a few originals thrown into the musical mix. A veritable cornucopia of music! Sunshine Drive is Grant Sutherland, Steve Garth, Daryl... Doyle, Bonnie Johnson and Phil Wilson-Birks. Don't forget your dancin' shoes!

There is always room for one more!
Enjoy prayer group at 9:30a.m., then service at 10a.m. with worship, announcments, tithes,
fellowship, worship, sermon, prayer, worship!
Use your freedom to serve at end of service
if you are willing!
Plans succeed in wise counsel!
Singing is an expression of undefiled love!

Bring your blankets and chairs out to Lakeside Park Sunday August 22nd and Sunday August 29th to enjoy locally made films under the stars. The purpose of this festival is to provide a venue for and to celebrate regional filmmakers of all ages and levels of experience, with many in attendance to introduce their short films.

Each night offers a variety of short films, each appropriate for all ages audience. This year's festival is sponsored by The Kootenay Express Newspaper, Watershed Productions, Valhalla Pure Outfitters, Bibo, Reo's Videos, and Whitewater Winter Resort.

Like an ecosystem without wolves and grizzlies, our acculturation has led us to abandon the wild aspects of our true nature. This domestication leaches away vitality and prevents the connection to earth that true stewardship requires. The Ecological Reclamation of the Self is where the personal meets the planetary.

Kids, come spend a week at the
BC SPCA and learn about pet care, wildlife, animal welfare issues, farm animals and the environment. Games, crafts, and guest speakers will fill the week with a combination of fun and learning. Camps will be running August 9th-13th and 23rd to 29th for ages 7-12 years old. Register at the Nelson SPCA.

For more info go to spca.bc.ca/camp or call the Nelson SPCA at 250-352-7178

Join us on Monday nights for our weekly Open House, a friendly 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

Bring your own instrument or borrow one, but come on down and show us what you've got! All ages welcome! Hosted by Rob Funk. As always, our events are free for customers and donations to the jam are gratefully accepted.

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

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

This daytime market offers regional farm produce and a variety of products. A majority of the food and goods sold will be regionally grown and crafted in an effort to support local sustainability. Live music is always a part of the market from 11am-2pm. Here you will find organic produce, ready to eat foods, local, hand-made and wonderfully creative Kootenay products.

The 2nd annual "Bard in the Bush Shakespeare Festival"!

"Shakespeare Shorts VI", a greatest hits collection of the Bard’s popular scenes runs Wednesday to Saturday evenings, at 7:00pm, July 7th-10th, 14th-17th, and 21st-24th, 2010. Starring Lisel Forst, Robyn Lamb, Sydney Galbraith, and Jeff Forst - plus special guest stars!

The second act of the “Bard in the Bush Shakespeare Festival” is Nelson Youth Theatre’s fifth hit play, "As You Like It"! Starring talented local actors aged 10 to 15, "As You Like It"’s showings are at 2:00pm on Wed., Aug. 25th, and Thurs., Aug., 26th, 2010.

Recommended for ages 10+, admission is a suggested donation of $10. BYOC = bring your own chair (some available). For more info, visit www.forstmedia.ca!

Come on down to any A&W in Canada and order a Teen or Double Teen Burger and A&W will donate $1 to the MS Society.

Cruise in to the Nelson Railway A&W in the afternoon and enjoy the famous carhop service, or stop in at dinner time and see the antique and classic cars!

Donations to the MS Society will also be accepted at A&W restaurants throughout the month of August.

For more information on multiple sclerosis or the MS Society, check out the website www.mssociety.ca

The 2nd annual "Bard in the Bush Shakespeare Festival"!

"Shakespeare Shorts VI", a greatest hits collection of the Bard’s popular scenes runs Wednesday to Saturday evenings, at 7:00pm, July 7th-10th, 14th-17th, and 21st-24th, 2010. Starring Lisel Forst, Robyn Lamb, Sydney Galbraith, and Jeff Forst - plus special guest stars!

The second act of the “Bard in the Bush Shakespeare Festival” is Nelson Youth Theatre’s fifth hit play, "As You Like It"! Starring talented local actors aged 10 to 15, "As You Like It"’s showings are at 2:00pm on Wed., Aug. 25th, and Thurs., Aug., 26th, 2010.

Recommended for ages 10+, admission is a suggested donation of $10. BYOC = bring your own chair (some available). For more info, visit www.forstmedia.ca!

One Girl plus Four Geeks Equals One Funny Show! TNT Young Company Presents Victoria Martin: Math Team Queen. 8PM TNT Playhouse (corner Ward and Carbonate). Advance Tickets $15 & $10 - Eddy Music & Reo's

It’s time to step away from the demands of the 21st Century, retreat into your self and re-connect with life. The Lead Yourself to Wisdom retreat for women is more than a spa weekend – it’s a powerful, life-altering experience. Nelson's own life coach Pauline Daniel of Coaching Connections International will facilitate this retreat.

Dancing at the Royal...every Friday night.

Swing, salsa, chacha, tango, waltz, etc

NO door charge.

Casual , friendly.

see you on the dance floor.

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Every Friday Night Dancing...
6 to 8pm (we often go later)

Swing, salsa, tango, chacha, waltz, etc...

casual, friendly, beginners welcome
No Door Charge
Playlist tonight by Peter.


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One Girl plus Four Geeks Equals One Funny Show! TNT Young Company Presents Victoria Martin: Math Team Queen. 8PM TNT Playhouse (corner Ward and Carbonate). Advance Tickets $15 & $10 - Eddy Music & Reo's

Use you the last warmth of summer to alpine climb in the Valhallas. For experienced climbers looking to do multi-pitch alpine routes join a 2 or 5 day program with an experienced mountain guide.

The sunny alpine walls and sharp rock ridges surrounding the headwaters of Mulvey creek offer numerous high quality alpine rock climbs for all ability levels. Many alpine classics include routes on Gimli , Asgard, Midguard, Wolf’s Ears, Dag or Neislhem.

One Girl plus Four Geeks Equals One Funny Show! TNT Young Company Presents Victoria Martin: Math Team Queen. 8PM TNT Playhouse (corner Ward and Carbonate). Advance Tickets $15 & $10 - Eddy Music & Reo's

Heavy Shtetl is having a CD release party for their new CD, Gesundheit!. The band plays Eastern European roots music and traditional jazz. Adham Shaikh will be playing between sets and afterwards. Nelson's new Balkan brass band, Oxygen Orkestar will be opening. Tickets are $10 at the door. Get ready to dance!

Sri Jothi Veeram Ma
www.pranashakty.org

Sunday, Aug 29th, 2010
9:00 am - 5:00 pm

$150. ($50 Deposit)
$75 for Healing with Biss participants.

250-505-7832
nelsonpranashakty@gmail.com

Jothi will transform you into Suddha Deham - the Golden Light body.

Sarva Shakti Sadhana is a powerful breathing exercise which will fill you with high vibrations of prana and deeply cleanse and activate your chakras.

Yoga Nidra is a method to take you deep into ultimate blissful meditation.

Helium Activation: Helium energy has the ability to transform your DNA completely and awaken the complete potential of a human being.

Ananda Siddhi Diksha: The point within whereby the Formless emerges into form, where pure blissful awareness permeates to matter.

Stop by for a beverage or awesome dessert
and receive an on-site professional 15 minute neck, back, and shoulder massage (by donation $2 + )

first come ....first served

This is the last one at this location this summer.

An evening for writers. Come on down and sign up for an up-to-10 minute slot to share your works with an audience. Always an interesting and varied evening. All ages welcome. As always, our events are free for customers and donations to the poetry reading are gratefully accepted.

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

Bring your blankets and chairs out to Lakeside Park Sunday August 22nd and Sunday August 29th to enjoy locally made films under the stars. The purpose of this festival is to provide a venue for and to celebrate regional filmmakers of all ages and levels of experience, with many in attendance to introduce their short films.

Each night offers a variety of short films, each appropriate for all ages audience. This year's festival is sponsored by The Kootenay Express Newspaper, Watershed Productions, Valhalla Pure Outfitters, Bibo, Reo's Videos, and Whitewater Winter Resort.

Join us on Monday nights for our weekly Open House, a friendly 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

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HEP2zKpttxg

Bring your own instrument or borrow one, but come on down and show us what you've got! All ages welcome! Hosted by Rob Funk. As always, our events are free for customers and donations to the jam are gratefully accepted.

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

Forming a Film Collaborative; or just getting to know each other

Filmmakers of the Kootenay’s let’s find out who we are, what we can offer, and how we can work together. Tuesday August 31st, 7p Ricks, The Prestige, outside patio.

RSVP by Friday August 25th to Evarita@mac.com