NELSON CONTRA --
Hi folks,

The next scheduled Nelson contra dance is November 21, 7-10 pm, Scout Hall. There will be teaching of the basics from 7-7:30 pm (so get there a little before 7) and the dance from 7:30-10. Kootenay Kontraband will be playing with David calling. As the weather gets nasty, please remember to bring a clean pair of shoes to wear on the dance floor.
See you on the dance floor!

Come and enjoy four great female musicians,
12:00 Lana Benson
1:30 C.B.C. Trio (Carol Street, Bo Conlan
and Cheryl Janzen)

Derek Frankowski has established himself as a solid and frequent contributor to the action sports industry; from snapping images for Fox, Red Bull, Oakley and other major players.

Workshop attendees will learn and be able to ask questions about various technical aspects of photographic work, how to develop a strategic approach to promoting oneself, and making the transition from still photography to film-work; a recent convert to digital filmmaking, Frankowski will speak to the parallels, the differences, and the challenges that both photographic and film work present. Contact www.rosslandfilmfest.com or call Brian @ 250 231 1642.

Eagles Fundraising Borsch Lunch. All proceed to Aimee Beaulieu Transiton House.
Craft and Bake Tables. Tickets $7.00 at the door. Come on out and enjoy a delicious lunch and support a good cause.

Osho Zen Tarot Readings for Men

by Claude-Michel

Selkirk College signature event celebrating the achievements of our students and college. Enjoy a unique evening of students cooking, serving and entertaining you, while you enjoy a champagne reception with President Marilyn Luscombe and the College Board of Governors. This year Tery Alton, our MC and auctioneer, will present a live auction of special items: Newfoundland feast and house concert, fabulous trip and much more! Our students will tell you what their lives are like at Selkirk through music from the music program, food created by our cook students , film by digital film students, and presentations on life at Selkirk. This is the ultimate in community events. Tickets are $60.00. Help make this the best: students are our future.

Veteran musicians Jim Byrnes and Amos Garrett team up with the next generation of roots guitarists, Steve Dawson and Doug Cox, for what is sure to be an amazing collaboration between "Fathers and Sons."

Touring together for the first time, this show offers a night of story and blues, country, swing and folk song, not to mention some very fine guitar picking. Brought to you by the Rossland Council for Arts and Culture.
You may remember Cox and Dawson from their last sold out West Kootenay appearance with New Voices of Slide Guitar. Get your “Fathers and Sons” tickets early at the Charles Bailey theatre box office (1-866-369-9669)or Rouge Gallery (2123 Columbia Avenue, Rossland) Cost is $23 in advance, $26 at the door. Doors open at 7PM

The film examines our wounding and how we can deal with both our personal and collective madness, yet is inspiring at the same time.
Doors 6:30 PM. Show time 7 PM.
Filmed and recorded in over 50 global locations, "What About Me" features Noam Chomsky, Eckhart Tolle, Carlos Santana, Michael Franti, Alanis Morissette, KD Lang and many more...
The TNT Playhouse is 1 block uphill from Oso Negro.
Bring chair cushions, yoga cushions and mats if you wish.
Tickets are $12 at the door / $10 students, seniors and advance at Eddy Music (Available on Thurs. Nov. 20th).
Info:
whataboutme.tv/
Trailer:
look for 1 Giant Leap on Youtube

* Tune in to Earth Vibes 8-10 pm Sunday Nov. 23rd on KCR for an interview with director, Jamie Catto, from Mallorca

The Nelson Community Band rehearses every Tuesday evening, and performs 4 to 5 concerts a year. We welcome new players at any time during the season and invite you to come and give us a try. The band includes folks from throughout the Kootenays. We have members of all ages and musical experience.

Find out what art therapy and KATI are all about! we're currently taking applications for a January 2009 start. All are welcome and no registration is required. 250 352 2264 for more information.

The film examines our wounding and how we can deal with both our personal and collective madness, yet is inspiring at the same time.
Doors 6:30 PM. Show time 7 PM.
Filmed and recorded in over 50 global locations, "What About Me" features Noam Chomsky, Eckhart Tolle, Carlos Santana, Michael Franti, Alanis Morissette, KD Lang and many more...
The TNT Playhouse is 1 block uphill from Oso Negro.
Bring chair cushions, yoga cushions and mats if you wish.
Tickets are $12 at the door / $10 students, seniors and advance at Eddy Music (Available on Thurs. Nov. 20th).
Info:
whataboutme.tv/
Trailer:
look for 1 Giant Leap on Youtube

* Tune in to Earth Vibes 8-10 pm Sunday Nov. 23rd on KCR for an interview with director, Jamie Catto, from Mallorca

Kootenay Artisans Winter Carnival! Join us for the 30th anniversary of the longest running cultural event in Nelson! Lots of returning and new craft vendors, door prizes and fantastic food. Friday and Saturday from 1 pm to 9 pm, and Sunday from 10 am to 4 pm. Admission is $2.00/person, children 12 and under free. For more information visit our website at www.ndac.ca or email ndac@netidea.com.

Mountain Sky Soaps is having its annual soap seconds sale. Great deals on bulk soap seconds, lip balms, overstock gift items and new this year - liquid soap.

Saturday November 29 9-5, 2276 Hwy #6, Crescent Valley

Experiential Introduction to Art Therapy Workshop
Instructor: Monica Carpendale
Cost: $50, payable to Kutenai Art Therapy Institute
Call 250 352 2264 or email kutenai_art_therapy@shaw.ca to register.

The Procter Community Society's Annual Craft and Gift Fair will be held on Saturday, November 29th, from 9:30am to 2pm in the Procter Hall.

This year we have a full slate of vendors with crafts and gifts from near and far.

Jewelery and knitted items, mosaics, hand made cards and hats, body care products, and baked goods...lots of affordable gifts for Xmas giving.
Admission is free. A donation to the Food Bank box is welcomed.

Rivers At Risk Tour
Featuring Rafe Mair, Spokesperson, Save Our Rivers Society

Learn about the push to privatize our rivers and public energy system in the West Kootenays and BC at a tour - Nelson-Sunday, November 30th @ 7:00pm at the Nelson United Church (602 Silica St.); Nakusp - December 2nd, Meadow Creek - December 3rd; Kaslo - December 4th; Rossland - December 5th.

Also featuring:
New mini documentary Rivers At Risk: Glacier & Howser Creeks and discussion with filmmaker, Damien Gillis.

For location and other information visit: www.saveourrivers.ca or www.ecosociety.ca.