‘Dirty Dancing’ dance and sing-along party

The Dirty Dancing dance and sing-along party at Studio 64 is a an evening fundraiser filled with fun, singing & dancing! See the iconic film once again!

Light Up in the Kimberley Platzl

The 2017 holiday season in Kimberley BC officially begins with the Light Up event in the Platzl. Music by the Community Choir plus a visit with Santa.

The Magic of Christmas at Bootleg Gap

The Magic of Christmas at the Bootleg Gap Golf Course in Kimberley offers beautiful handmade gifts by local artisans. Hosted by the Marysville Artisans. Mark your calendar!

Homegrown Coffee House at Centre 64

A Home Grown Coffee House, hosted by the Home Grown Music Society, takes place each month at the Centre 64 theatre. Good coffee, great music. Get tickets!

The Melody Diachun Quartet is ‘Live @ Studio 64’

The Melody Diachun Quartet is appearing on-stage in the ‘Live @ Studio 64’ concert series in Kimberley. To hear the popular jazz singer/song-writer, get your tickets early!

Live at Studio 64 fall concert series | Centre 64 | Kimberley

Moulettes Live @ Studio 64 Fall Concert Series

Moulettes Live at Studio 64 Fall Concert Series is part of the band’s tour of 12 Canadian cities to promote their new environmentally conscious album, Preternatural.

FREE Columbia Basin Symposium

This FREE symposium for all Columbia Basin residents will examine the current trends of demographics, technology, climate change, how we are impacted and how to benefit from them.

Annual Harvest Party at the Open Gate Garden

The Annual Harvest Party, for the 4th year, is hosted by Wildsight Kimberley Cranbrook, It’s an end-of-season celebration. Everyone’s welcome to join the fun. Lots of activities.

Tim Williams Live@Studio64 Fall Concert Series: ‘Solo Blues’

The Tim Williams ‘Solo Blues’ event is SOLD OUT! The popular, wildly talented guitarist will surely be returning to the Columbia Valley, so keep tuned to the calendar.

Talking with Animals Kimberley event

Talking with Animals Kimberley event at Centre 64 is part of a tour of East Kootenay by adventurer Jon Turk. who’ll talk about his encounters with wild creatures.

In the Gallery: ‘A Woman’s Work’

A Woman’s Work’ is the theme of the present artist show at the Centre 64 Art Gallery. See the work of artists Nicola Weston and Asha Robertson.

Kids Fashion Camp

Kids Fashion Camp (10-15 yrs) teaches young fashionists and fashionistas how to up-style their wardrobes and accessories while learning basic sewing skills. Class size limited. Register now.

Arts on the Edge 2017 gallery exhibition & gala reception

The Arts on the Edge 2017 gallery exhibition at Centre 64 is a display of the works of the winners of the 13th Annual Adjudicated Regional Exhibitions.

Kids Theatre Camp

Kids Theatre Camp with Michelle Lemay at Centre 64 is for kids aged 7-15 years.
Theatre games, voice work, creation and performance of their own stage play

90th Anniversary Tattoo

The 90th Anniversary Tattoo of the Kimberley Pipe Band, combined with the celebration of Canada’s 150th birthday will be an extravaganza for the memory books in Kimberley.

Creative Kids Summer Art Camp

The Creative Kids Summer Art Camp at Centre 64, Kimberley, lets kids 7-14 encourages creativity while they learn new artistic techniques. Tuesdays to Fridays. Register now!

Art & Garden Tour- enjoy summer at its best!

‘Bloom Where You are Planted’ is the theme of this Art & Garden Tour, fundraiser for the Kimberley Kaleidoscope. Watch artists at work in beautiful local gardens.

Jason Buie Band will be ‘Rockin’ Rythm & Blues’

The Jason Buie Band is coming to Kimberley! The legendary BC-based music group will be Rockin’ Rythm & Blues onstage at Studio 64 this month.

2-Day Rex Beanland watercolor workshop

Calling all watercolor artists! Register early for this 2-day watercolor workshop with award-winning artist/teacher, Rex Beanland.

Columbia Valley Art

The “Columbia Valley Art” exhibition is showing the works of some of the Columbia Valley’s most talented painters. Meet the artists at a reception April 29th.

Poetry on the Rocks

Is Poetry on the Rocks? Not likely any time soon at Centre 64! Readings by bill bissett, Jeff Pew, Stephen Roxborough, Brendon McCallum + East Kootenay poets.

Grease! dance and sing-along party

It’s a Grease! dance and sing-along party at Studio 64! Dress up in vintage clothing, watch the movie, sing, dance, laugh and have a drink or two.

Locomotive Ghost Concert in Kimberley

A Locomotive Ghost Concert to celebrate their latest release, ‘Into the glow’ is coming to the theatre at Centre 64. Guest artist Oliver McQuaid. Get tickets early!

“Trek in Iceland’s Highlands” – Janice Strong Presentation

Trek in Iceland’s highlands with East Kootenay author and outdoor photographer Janice Strong. Join us for this amazing slide presentation at Centre 64 in Kimberley BC.

Marijuana Town Hall Meeting by phone

Ask questions and voice your opinions on new proposed marijuana legislation in a telephone town hall meeting for Columbia Valley residents. Join in the conversation this week.

Lisa Nicole concert – “Come Find Me”

Country music darling, Lisa Nicole, will be on the stage at Centre 64 in Kimberley BC this week, with her latest hit, “Come Find Me.” Don’t miss it!

Jim Poch art show and sale

A Jim Poch art show & sale in the gallery at Centre 64 features the works of the well-known local painter, illustrator and fine art photographer. FREE.

‘Campground’ – a one-man comedy show

Campground, at Key City Theatre, Cranbrook, is a hilarious one-man murder-mystery stage comedy, written and performed by Nelson-based Lucas Myers who regularly performs to sold-out audiences

Black & White New Year’s Eve Extravaganza

Celebrate 2017 at the Black & White New Years Eve Extravaganza at the Casino of the Rockies! FREE admission! Tons of prizes. A GRAND PRIZE of $2,017!

Tuba Fest Rings in the Season

Tuba Fest returning to the Wildhorse Theatre at Fort Steele to help ring in the holiday season with all your favorite Christmas carols. Food Bank donations welcome.

Holly Hyatt & Jon Burden – ‘Shufflin the Blues’

Holly Hyatt and Jon Burden, father/daughter blues duo, are bringing the smooth sound of their ‘Shufflin The Blues’ CD Release Show to Centre 64 in Kimberley BC.

Mamma Mia! Dance & Sing-along Party

Oh Mamma Mia! It’s a wintertime getaway to an imaginary Greek island! Watch the movie, sing along, dance, laugh and just have some great fun. A fundraiser.

Snow tubing & tobogganing in the Columbia Valley

Adventure & Recreation Things to do

Let’s go Tobogganing!

November 30, 2016April 25, 2022 localwriter 18111 Views All Ages, Fairmont Hot Springs, Family, Invermere, Kids, Kimberley, Radium Hot Springs, Recreation, tobogganing, Winter

Tobogganing, snow tubing, sledding & flying downhill on your magic carpet or saucer make great winter adventures for the family. Make sure they’re safe for everyone.

EKISC Open House Fall Series

Find out what the East Kootenay Invasive Species Council (EKISC) is doing to keep your community free of invasive plant and aquatic species. Everyone’s invited to attend. Join us.

Gateway to Nature Hike

The Gateway to Nature Hike is a 2.5-hour guided hike in Kimberley Nature Park. Enjoy and learn to respect nature as you learn about its diverse bio-systems.

Creative Kids Summer Arts Program

The Creative Kids Summer Arts Program at Centre 64, Kimherley, encourages children from 7 to 14 years of age to freely express their own unique creativity

‘Wild Moments’ Jim Lawrence exhibit

The Jim Lawrence exhibit ‘Wild Moments’ offers a rare and profoundly moving glimpse into the very souls of the animals that inhabit endangered ecosystems.

The Red Cannons at Centre 64

The Red Cannons exploded onto the Canadian music scene in 2012 and continue to garner acclaim with radio listeners and their festival appearances. Coming to Centre 64.

Silent Auction of Studio 64 Art

A silent auction of the artwork at Studio64 concludes on May 28, with winning bids being announced at the Spring Concert Series performance that evening.

North Star Quilters shine in exhibition

The North Star Quilters Society show in the Art Gallery at Centre 64 is sure to re-define fabric art. When

History Kimberley Things to do

Kimberley’s Underground Mining Railway

August 6, 2015January 4, 2019 localwriter 12767 Views 1 Comment Family, Heritage buildings, Historical, Historical sites, Kimberley, Transportation

Kimberley’s Underground Mining Railway is a novel tourist attraction with a fascinating 100+-year-old history, beginning with the famous Sullivan mine.