April

Columbia Valley Cycling Society gear swap

Ready to upgrade your gently-used biking gear? Sell it at the annual Columbia Valley Cycling Society Bike Swap and find tons of bargains for yourself.

Columbia Valley Junior Golf Tour

Columbia Valley Golf Junior Tour kicks off! It’s open to school kids under 13 years and can develop a love for the game and build new skills.

Wildsight Invermere AGM and film night 2018

Wildsight Invermere AGM film night 2018 will feature a screening of The Messenger, an award-winning documentary about the worldwide disappearance of songbirds.

Love it Live Concert Series presents: The Andrew Collins Trio

The Andrew Collins Trio will wow you with their own personal blend of bluegrass, folk, jazz, classical and swing, plus their mastery of their instruments.

Art From the Heart is back!

‘Art From the Heart’ features the artwork of the Columbia Valley elementary school kids with a sneak peek at Copper Point Resort & the main show at Pynelogs.

Fresh Fridays Youth Open Mic Night

Calling young, local musicians, stand-up comedians! Perform in this fun, friendly venue. Showcase your talent before a live audience and win prizes!

Mother’s Day Tea & Vintage Fashion Show

Make Mother’s Day special this year by surprising the special lady in your life with the Mother’s Day Tea & Vintage Fashion Show event at Fort Steele.

‘The Caravan’ – movie fundraiser event

The Caravan, a movie about a 2,500 mile journey using only horses, featuring Gerard Paagmam and his Friesians. Family entertainment. The horses will be there too!

Big Band Dance

It’s hard to believe it’s the 34th year for the DTSS Big Band Dance! Fantastic music by the school stage band. Get your tickets now!

It’s Hip to be Square! Really!

It’s Hip to be Square is an evening of dancing that is fabulous fun and frolic. You don’t need to bring a partner. You don’t even have to know how to square dance!

Custom Jean Fitting Clinic at Avenue

If you’ve always wanted that perfectly fitted pair of jeans but never found them, come to a Custom Jean Fitting Clinic at Avenue, presented by FDJ French Dressing.

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.

2-day abstract acrylic workshop with Paula Cravens

Adventures in Abstract Acrylic with renowned artist Paula Cravens promises to be a fantastic weekend workshop. Register early!

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.

Earth Day film and Wildsight AGM

Wildsight Invermere is hosting an Earth Day film and AGM at the Wilmer Community Hall to celebrate the annual world-wide event. Admission to the film is by donation.

Spectacular Spectacular! 25th Anniversary Party

Spectacular Spectacular is the best way to describe the gala evening celebration of the 25th anniversary of Key City Theatre in Cranbrook. Get tickets now!

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.

‘The Small Glories’ onstage at Golden Civic Centre

‘The Small Glories’, a highly-acclaimed musical duo, brings together the powerful synergy of Cara Luft and JD Edwards in a performance to remember at the Golden Civic Centre.

Kitchen Sink Experiment Club

The kitchen Sink Experiment Club at the Invermere Public Library is for kids from Kindergarten to grade 4 who love learning how things work. FREE. Pre-registration is required.

Radium Rotary’s Spring/Summer Kick-off

The Radium Rotary Club’s kicking off their 2017 spring/summer season with a general meeting over breakfast at the Springs Golf Club. Interested? Please join us.

Canal Flats Annual Easter Egg Hunt

Calling all kids 12 and under! Bring your basket and come on down to gather the eggs the Easter Bunny left behind. Free hot dogs and cake.

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.

Easter extravaganza, Fairmont Hot Springs Resort

Easter Eggstravaganza

The Easter Eggstravaganza at Fairmont Hot Springs Resort is a FREE family Easter weekend-long event with crafts, games, movie nights, S’mores, Easter egg hunt and lots more!

Peter ‘n’ Chris: Mystery of the Hungry Heart Motel

‘The Mystery of the Hungry Heart Motel’ is a slapstick comedy blending the talents of Peter ‘n’ Chris into an unforgettably hilarious performance. Get your tickets now!

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!

lI, Daniel Blake’ – Cinefest 2017 Winter Program

‘I Daniel Blake, coming to Pynelogs Cultural Centre, is a timely film, shedding light on the socio-economic issues currently facing the working class in Britain & the world.

Locomotive Ghost tour comes to valley

Calgary-based Music group, Locomotive Ghost, will be onstage at the Horsethief Creek Pub & Eatery to celebrate their latest release. There will be no cover charge.

Wildsight Presents the documentary ‘Trophy’

The documentary ‘Trophy’ asks, “Can we truly justify killing bears for sport?” Watch the film, then participate in a discussion to follow. Hosted by Wildsight Invermere.

Film Kicks presents ‘Lion’

‘Lion’ is a heart-breakingly beautiful movie, the true story by Saroo Brierley, of his odyssey to find the family he lost in India when he was 5.

Sultans of String – ‘Love it Live’ performance

The Sultans of String quintet is bringing award-winning, world-genre music to Pynelogs. Their sound is a magical fusion of Celtic, flamenco, gypsy-jazz, Arabic, Cuban and Asian.

COTR Job Fair at Invermere’s Lions Hall

The COTR Job Fair at the Lions Hall in Invermere is a FREE event, giving both potential employers and prospective

Learning & Healing With Horses Introduction

In this FREE Learning & Healing With Horses event at COTR. Martina Danzer introduces you to the ways horses can assist in personal healing and transformation.

Vision Board Workshop

In the Vision Board Workshop, hosted by Mary Arbique Vogel, you’ll learn what they are and how they work. You will also create your own board.

Yoga Teacher Training

Register early for this Yoga Alliance 200-hour course and become qualified to teach a variety of yoga styles. Limit of 15 students. It’s a great opportunity!

Harry Manx in Concert

Harry Manx brings his own unique musical genius to Golden Civic Centre – blending Indian folk melodies, slide guitar blues, bit of gospel and truly inspired grooves.

Community Celebration of Lower Canyon agreement

A community celebration is in order! Agreement has been reached with the CPR and the Lower Canyon of the Kicking Horse River will be open once again!

Cinefest film – “Grandma”

“Grandma” stars Lily Tomlin as a grieving lesbian poet who embarks on a journey with her pregnant granddaughter and discovers that the past is never really left behind.

‘Heart Clutter’ – It’s Ladies Night Out

‘Heart Clutter’ is the theme of the Spring Ladies Night Out event at Lake Windermere Alliance Church. Dessert, coffee and a guest with a special presentation.

Art By Kids silent auction at J A Laird School

Everyone’s invited to J A Laird School for the grade 5 class silent auction of their handmade canvas paintings. It’s a great way to show your support.

It’s All About the Word

It’s all about the word, when Richard Therrien and Bruce Childs bring together the power of the spoken word in poetry and song. A purely magical evening.

Fort Steele Season Opening this weekend!

Fort Steele is opening for the season this weekend! Why not bring the family for a good old-fashioned, fun-filled adventure? Even the family dog is welcome.

Half the Polyjesters at Strand’s

Half the Polyjesters – Half the Band – Half the Cover! And they’re coming to perform live at Strands Old House Restaurant in Invermere. Mark your calendar!

Kick Up Your Heels Family Dance

Come Kick Up your Heels at a fun family dance! Everyone’s welcome! Music by The Flatliners and Valley Forged. Silent auction and door prizes too.

Stuffed Peppers on the Menu tonight

A stuffed pepper dinner is on the menu at the Edgewater Legion. A great meal at a great price and you don’t have to do the cooking!

Craft & Home Business Fair

There’s something for everyone at Christ Church Trinity’s craft & home business fair and everyone’s invited. Mark your calendar and

Friday Night Bingo at Arrowhead

Start your weekend right with Friday Night Bingo at Arrowhead Brewing Co. in Invermere. Prizes, hi-jinks, drink specials & snacks. Maximum seating capacity 50 players.

Fun Family Fundraiser

The Martin Morigeau Elementary School grade 2/3 class invites everyone to our Fun Family fundraiser to help us go on field trips. Everyone’s gonna have a blast!

Community Garage Sale in Invermere

To mark “Prevention of Violence Against Women” week, Family Dynamix will hold a community garage sale fundraiser in the courtyard at Frater Landing in Invermere. Barbecue too.

BBQ Pork Ribs at Edgewater Legion!

BBQ pork ribs sounds like everybody’s favorite! Add potato salad and your dinner at the Edgewater Legion is just about perfect!

605 Collective back again!

It’s dance like you’ve never seen it before! It’s modern, it’s fast-paced, it’s athletic, it’s adventurous, it’s urban and it’s very, very cool! Don’t miss it!

Christmas Bureau AGM

The Christmas Bureau of the Columbia Valley is holding its annual general meeting at Christ Church Trinity. Members of the public are welcome to attend.

Columbia Valley Volunteer Appreciation event

Say thank-you to all your organization’s volunteers at the Columbia Valley Volunteer Appreciation party at Pynelogs Cultural Centre. Live music, appetizers and gifts. Meet other volunteers.

Cinefest film – “Coming Home”

Newly home from imprisonment during the Chinese Cultural Revolution a man tries to help his amnesiac wife remember the love they once had for each other.

Art From the Heart 11 Pynelogs Show

Come and view the 700+ amazing art works of the students of valley elementary schools as the 2016 art season opens with ‘Food for Thought’ at Pynelogs Culural Centre.

Bare Hands Day Spa Spring Specials

Bare Hands specials for spring get you unloading winter’s stresses,feeling great again. Get 6 massages for the price of 5 and give your mom a gift on her day.

Slow Food Fair

Join us for the Slow Food Fair in downtown Invermere. Come sample and sell your products. The Fair is part of the National Slow Food Summit.

David Braid & the Borealis String Quartet present ‘Chauvet’

The master pianist/composer David Braid and the renowned Borealis String Quartet have collaborated to present a cutting-edge performance based on the Herzog film ‘Cave of Forgotten Dreams’

April Special – 10% off energy healing sessions

Need to put some ‘spring’ in your step? Book an intuitive assessment with holistic healer Amanda Dietrich and save 10% during the month of April.

Slow Food Canada 2016 National Summit

“Feeding the Future” is the theme of the Slow Food Canada 2016 National Summit. Hosted by Slow Food Columbia Valley, it will take place in Invermere and area.

Sunday Hikes & Yoga with Pamela

Sunday hikes & yoga! Everyone’s welcome to join us each week in April. Different location every time. Come with us for some serious exercise in the fresh air.

Dueling Pianos fundraiser

The Dueling Pianos are returning to Invermere to help us raise some serious money for the new Library. There will a silent auction, a Wine Grab and 50/50.

Cirque Alphonse’s ‘Timber’ a one-of-a-kind performance

Electrifying! Astounding! One-of-a-kind! This is Cirque Alphonse’s production of Timber! See incredible feats of strength and agility using logging tools instead of circus equipment. Great family entertainment.

‘Rewilding From Within’ retreat

At the Rewilding From Within retreat, you will dance yourself free, center your life on the mat & surrender into the healing power of sacred mineral waters!