Past Events
This Plein Air Painting workshop with the talented Nelson-based artist Abby Wilson starts with a walk over the stunning Harris Ranch, after which we practice our acrylic painting skills overlooking Slocan Lake. Workshop is currently full, click here for more info and to put yourself on the waiting list!
Ecstatic Dance is a form of dance that invites participants to let go of their thoughts, and attune to their body’s natural urge to move to the music. This series is led by Carol Boccaccio. Click here for more info!
Penny Shades is a five-piece alt-soul group from Nelson BC that makes original music featuring 3-part harmonies and dynamic lead vocals, with modern grooves and psychedelia flare. Click here for more info.
These Campfire music evenings will be lead by Kate Smyles with a selection of semi-popular and obscure folk songs and a number of instruments to share and play. Drop in! Click here for more info.
A Fusion of East and West, Electronic and Acoustic
Music for the Mind and Body
Ecstatic Dance is a form of dance that invites participants to let go of their thoughts, and attune to their body’s natural urge to move to the music. This series is led by Carol Boccaccio. Click here for more info!
Come join us for a super fun afternoon filled with crafts to ignite imagination and spark analog creativity. Click here for more info and to register for one or both of the Kids Crafty Day Camps!
SATURDAY, August 12, 2023
Music in the Park - Sunset Series - 7pm
Local Talent Comes Out to Shine!
Hosted by Jeff Bonner.
Rock your very own Tie-Dyed creation for getting your groove on this Summer! For both children and adults. Click here for more info and to register!
Powerhouse vocalist Laura Landsberg is bringing her funk and soul group LL & The Get Down to Centennial Park! The music features some of the finest soul music from the 70s ’80s and beyond.
Click here for more info!
Ecstatic Dance is a form of dance that invites participants to let go of their thoughts, and attune to their body’s natural urge to move to the music. This series is led by Carol Boccaccio. Click here for more info!
IT'S ALL ABOUT THE MUSIC, BUT IT'S REALLY ABOUT THE DANCING. The Latin Lovers are a Latin Band from the Kootenay's, playing music from all over Latin America with different instruments and rhythms. Click here for more info.
These Campfire music evenings will be lead by Kate Smyles with a selection of semi-popular and obscure folk songs and a number of instruments to share and play. Drop in! Click here for more info.
Bill’s original songs are renowned for their diverse influences and the poignant, elegant poetry of his lyrics. Bill’s musical influences range from Blues and Folk to Latin and Balkan. Click here for more info.
Local artist Röni Jurgensen is going to guide us how to make our very own screen mesh origami bird mobile sculptures. Click here for more info and to register!
Come join us for a super fun afternoon filled with crafts to ignite imagination and spark analog creativity. Click here for more info and to register for one, or both of the Kids Crafty Day Camps!
SATURDAY, July 15, 2023
Sunset Series AFTERNOON EDITION - 2pm
The Oot n’ Oots is a jam band for the whole family!
This special family afternoon includes an opportunity to join in making a community Mandala Mural with Joyce Schwartz!
Click here for more info!
Come to learn more about beading from local artisan Sarah Rousselle. Click here for more info and to register!
Ecstatic Dance is a form of dance that invites participants to let go of their thoughts, and attune to their body’s natural urge to move to the music. This series is led by Carol Boccaccio. Click here for more info!
Under the Rocks is one of Canada’s premier emerging bluegrass acts! Click here for more info!
SATURDAY, April 15, 2023
Open Mic Night - 7PM
Hosted by Jeff Bonner, this licensed evening of performances will be a delight and full of surprises! Come to play, or simply to enjoy the local talents.
Event takes place in our Slocan Lake Arts Center: 408 4th Street, Silverton BC
This happens every 3rd Saturday of the month!
SATURDAY, April 15, 2023
Open Mic Night - 7PM
Hosted by Jeff Bonner, this licensed evening of performances will be a delight and full of surprises! Come to play, or simply to enjoy the local talents.
Event takes place in our Slocan Lake Arts Center: 408 4th Street, Silverton BC
This happens every 3rd Saturday of the month!
SATURDAY, May 15, 2023
Open Mic Night 7:30
Hosted by Jeff Bonner, this evening promises a myriad of performances and is always full of delightful surprises! Come to play, or simply to enjoy the local talents.
Admission by donation @ the SLAC!
Open Mic is typically the 3rd Saturday of the month!
SUNDAY, May 7, 2023
SLAC Annual AGM 2PM
An opportunity to learn more about us, our recent news and future plans. It's also a great chance to join a volunteer committee, or maybe you're considering joining our board? We're seeking a treasurer and all positions are open for nominations.
Light refreshments will be available.
Renew or join our membership prior to the meeting to be eligible for voting.
SATURDAY, May 6th, 2023
The “Back in The Saddle” Cromoli Brothers World Tour, starring Lucas Meyers
7:30 PM
The Slocan Lakes Art Centre welcomes back one of Nelson's favorite performers, Lucas Meyers, in his one man show The “Back in The Saddle” Cromoli Brothers World Tour! Sure to be an entertaining and hilarious evening of of fun!
$20 Tickets at the door.
Slocan Lake Arts Center: 408 4th Street, Silverton BC
FRIDAY April 14, 2023
Author Reading and Book Launch - 7pm
Local Author Sean Arthur Joyce releases his new book of poetry "Blue Communion". Readings from the book will be interspersed with musical performances by Jody Cliff, Jon Burden and Paul Gibbons.
Slocan Lake Arts Center: 408 4th Street, Silverton BC
Admission by donation
SATURDAY, April 1, 2023
A popular night of stories and song! With Jeff Bonner, Noel Fudge, Hnnah Lisgo and Loud Joe Matheson.
7 PM - By Donation
WEDNESDAY, March 29, 2023
Ecstatic Dance
SLAC's dance floor comes alive with these peer-led dance nights facilitated by Carol Boccaccio. Every wednesday starting Feb 8th, for all of February and March! Drop-in by donation. Please email Carol if you would like to host and DJ one of these nights as well! cbboccaccio@gmail.com
7 PM
FRIDAY, March 24, 2023
La Cafamore presents "Music by the Mendelssohns." String quartets by Fanny and Felix Mendelssohn. With Natasha Hall and Carolyn Cameron on the violin, Kaito Takeda on the viola and Maria Wang on the cello.
7:30 PM
SATURDAY, March 18, 2023
Open Mic Night - 7PM
Hosted by Jeff Bonner, this licensed evening of performances will be a delight and full of surprises! Come to play, or simply to enjoy the local talents.
Event takes place in our Slocan Lake Arts Center: 408 4th Street, Silverton BC
This happens every 3rd Saturday of the month!
SATURDAY, March 13-17, 2023
A Five day Music camp for ages 12-18 during Spring Break. Space is limited, so register today!
1 pm - 5 pm every day
$100 (bursary might be available)
SATURDAY, March 13-17, 2023
A Five day theatre and dance camp in Silverton for ages 5-11 during Spring Break. Space is limited, so register today!
9 am - 1 pm every day
$100 + $30 registration Fee (bursary might be available)
Everyone come see their final performace: March 17, 12:45 PM
SATURDAY, March 11, 2023
The Slocan Lake Arts Center opens their studio doors to everyone that wants to come make their own art. Gather, create, explore! Every week has a different local artist as a host, each with their own specialties. This week's host: Louise Ducharme. Click event poster for more info.
10 am - 2 pm
Drop in, by Donation
SATURDAY, March 4, 2023
The Slocan Lake Arts Center opens their studio doors to everyone that wants to come make their own art. Gather, create, explore! Every week has a different local artist as a host, each with their own specialties. This week's host: Morgen Bardati. Click event poster for more info.
10 am - 2 pm
Drop in, by Donation
SATURDAY, February 25, 2023
The Slocan Lake Arts Center opens their studio doors to everyone that wants to come make their own art. Gather, create, explore! Every week has a different local artist as a host, each with their own specialties. This week's host: Sabrina Curtis. Click event poster for more info.
10 am - 2 pm
Drop in, by Donation
SATURDAY, February 18, 2023
Open Mic Night - 7PM
Hosted by Jeff Bonner, this licensed evening of performances will be a delight and full of surprises! Come to play, or simply to enjoy the local talents.
Event takes place in our Slocan Lake Arts Center: 408 4th Street, Silverton BC
This happens every 3rd Saturday of the month!
SATURDAY, February 18, 2023
The Slocan Lake Arts Center opens their studio doors to everyone that wants to come make their own art. Gather, create, explore! Every week has a different local artist as a host, each with their own specialties. This week's host: Petra Hekkenberg. Click event poster for more info.
10 am - 2 pm
Drop in, by Donation
SATURDAY, February 11, 2023
A popular night of stories and song! With Jeff Bonner, Kate Smyles, Melvin and Jason Kleiss.
7 PM
SATURDAY, February 11, 2023
Fully Booked
In this Acrylic Workshop with Branda Avis, an self-taught artist from Nelson, you will learn how to paint Misty Trees scenes. Go home with a beautiful piece of your own artwork!
10 am - 2 pm
WEDNESDAYS, Starting February 8, 2023
Ecstatic Dance
SLAC's dance floor comes alive with these peer-led dance nights facilitated by Carol Boccaccio. Every wednesday starting Feb 8th, for all of February and March! Drop-in by donation. Please email Carol if you would like to host and DJ one of these nights as well! cbboccaccio@gmail.com
7 PM
SATURDAY, January 7, 2023
Featuring music from "Cello in Bloom" and "Cello in Reflection". With appearances by:
Freya
Johanne Perron
Art Joice
WEDNESDAY, December 21, 2022
A Festive day for the Whole Family!
Photos and videos of this event will be shared soon.
WEDNESDAY, December 21, 2022
Open Mic Night
Hosted by Jeff Bonner, this licensed evening of performances was a delight yet again! This month's Open Mic Night was part of our Winterfest community event.
LIVE VIDEO EVENTS
"Pie in the Sky" Series playlist featuring:
Tenise Marie, Hidden in Hills,
Wing and Bone & Vanir
"Music in the Park" Series Playlist featuring:
Bill Lynch Trio, Holly and Jon, Brian Kalbfleisch Trio, Bluebirds, Oriah Leeson, Diemm, Tamihi, and the Stringtones
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