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Johnny P. Johnson coming to ‘Love it Live’ series

Canadian ranch rock, folk and country singer Johnny P. Johnson passionately sings about ordinary life and ordinary people. He lives on an organic farm outside Nelson BC.

‘Weirdos’ – Cinefest 2017 Winter Program

‘Weirdos’ is a not-to-be-missed film by Canadian master film-maker Bruce McDonald. It’s a coming-of-age road movie with a blend of magic and naturalism. Great family fare.

‘Denial’ – Cinefest 2017 Winter Program

‘Denial’ is the next film in the Cinefest 2017 Winter Program series at Pynelogs. A courtroom drama featuring a Historian vs. a holocaust denier. For all ages.

‘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

‘Genius’ – Cinefest 2017 Winter Program

Genius is a 2016 film about editor Max Perkins, discoverer of Ernest Hemingway & Scott Fitzgerald, & his editing of Thomas Wolfe’s masterpiece, “Look Homeward Angel.”

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.

Invermere Library Book Reading

You’re invited to a FREE book reading event at the Invermere Public Library. Authors Jane Byers and Leesa Dean of Nelson, BC will read from their latest books.

‘Sing Street’ – Cinefest series

Sing Street goes back in time to 1980s Dublin. A teen-aged boy starts his own band to escape his home life and impress a pretty girl.

DTSS Band Concert

The Band Concert in the DTSS gymnasium will be highlighting performances by Band 9, Band 8, the Concert Band and the Senior stage Band.

Koneline: Our Land Beautiful – Cinefest series

Koneline: Our Land Beautiful is a moving documentary which captures the splendor of this remote northwest corner of British Columbia and the people who call it home.

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.

Hobnails and Hemp Rope: Film

Hobnails & Hemp Rope is thrilling, true adventure documentary. Four amateur climbers undertook on its 100th anniversary, to repeat Conrad Kain’s historic climb of the Bugaboo Spire.

David “Swanee” Swanson at Strands

Swanee & Johnee (Swanee Swanson and John Cronin) will be onstage at Strands Restaurant with a musical smorgasbord of Blues, R & B, Swing and Bluegrass root

‘The Dressmaker’ – Cinefest series

The Dressmaker is a tale of love & vengeance in the 1950s. Kate Winslet plays a worldly dressmaker returning to the Australian backwater that exiled her.

Syndicate Party this weekend!

The Syndicate Party at the Community Hall will be fun for everyone! A FREE kids carnival and a grown-up party with live music and a movie premiere.

Amanda Tosoff with ‘Words’ – the ‘Love it Live’ series

Amanda Tosoff is bringing her ‘Words’ project to the stage at Pynelogs Cultural Centre in Invermere BC with timeless poetry set to her own musical compositions.

Men, Women and Music of the World Wars

Men, Women and Music of the World Wars will be remembered and celebrated in a special evening presentation by Arne Sahlen at Christ Church Trinity. Join us.

‘Love and Friendship’ – Cinefest series

Love and Friendship is a hilarious examination of 18th century polite society in Britain, a modern adaptation of Jane Austen’s long-unpublished novella, Lady Susan. A riot!

Johnny Summers, trumpet player, composer, arranger, director, producer & award-winning musician extraordinaire, is bringing the Big Band Era to life at Strand’s Restaurant. Make your reservation early.

West My Friend – First of the new ‘Love it Live’ series

West My Friend is bringing new grass-roots folk music to Invermere, the first of the new Love it Live series of musical performances at Pynelogs this winter.

‘Lo and Behold: Reveries of the Connected World’ – Cinefest series

Werner Hertzog takes us back to 1969 when the first message was sent from one computer to another. Where are we now and where are we headed?

SheberDean & the Postmistress at Strand’s

SheberDean & the Postmistress, well-known Columbia Valley band, will have your feet tappin’ to their unique style of Blue-Collar Blues at Strands Restaurant. Make a reservation early!

‘The Man Who Knew Infinity’ – Cinefest Series begins

The Man Who Knew Infinity stars Dev Patel and Jeremy Irons. It is the true story of mathematician Srinivasa Ramanujan but that story isn’t just about numbers.

Dandelions’ Debut CD Release Party – You’re invited!

Everyone’s invited to come celebrate the release of The Dandelions’ debut CD, ‘Free Yourself’ at the Old CPR Lodge in Invermere. BBQ and a cash bar too.

The Inferiors coming to DTSS

‘The Inferiors’, talented band of teens from Kimberley, is on a mini-tour and you can hear them at DTSS in an evening concert. They’re going places, folks!

Dance to the music of Valley Forged at the Butterfly Barn Dance

You’ll be dancing to the classical tunes of Valley Forged at this year’s Butterfly Barn Dance at the K-2 Ranch. Be sure to purchase your tickets early.

Final Art Show of the Season at Pynelogs

This Pynelogs Art Show features works by Bryn Stevenson, Stephanie Kellett, Carol Gordon, Jim McElroy & Ingrid Vincent. Enjoy a light lunch or afternoon tea in the cafe.

The Stolen Church: a Musical Mystery

Have you ever wondered about the story of the Stolen Church? Come see “The Stolen Church: a Musical Mystery” and we’ll let you in on the scoop.

Tailgate Party!

The tailgate party will have many of your favorite local vendors, fantastic food, live entertainment and fun. It’s our last hurrah to summer. Everyone’s welcome!

‘The Baltics: Overcoming Occupation’

‘The Baltics: Overcoming Occupation’ is a special evening presentation by world traveler/photographer Cheryl Goodwin. Come and explore the Baltics through her talk and incredible slide show.

Song-writing Workshop with North Easton

This songwriting workshop with North Easton brings valley musicians an important artistic opportunity to take that important next step on their career paths to stardom. Register now.

“A Major-Minor Miracle!”

Katie Wang, the amazingly talented 12-year-old Invermere piano student of Arne Sahlen, is returning to perform with her teacher at Christ Church Trinity. You’re invited! Join us.

FREE Valley Forged concert in Cranbrook

Valley Forged will be onstage at the pavilion in Rotary Park, Cranbrook, It’s a FREE concert, part of the Summer Sounds 2016 Series. Their music is unforgettable!

‘Species at Risk’ traveling exhibition

Visit the ‘Species at Risk’ mobile museum exhibit when it stops in Invermere. It’s fun! and it’s educational! Mark this must-see event on your calendar. Be there!

FREE Family Movie at Mountainside

It’s a great family movie – and it’s FREE! It’s at Mountainside Golf Course in Fairmont. Everyone’s invited to join the fun. Free popcorn and candy floss too.

Movies in the Mountains – Saturday Edition!

The Saturday Edition of Movies in the Mountains in Invermere is a pre-screening of Angry Birds. It’s a great family movie. Free admission. Cash Concession. Dress warm.

Madeline Tasquin / Trevor Davies coming to Strands

Madeline Tasquin and guest guitarist Trevor Davies are presenting an unforgettable evening performance at Strand’s Old House Restaurant in Invermere. Be sure to make your reservations early.

The Static Shift

The Static Shift, John Jenkins’ Smalltown Revival and Slade Coffman make for a great performance that will rock at Golden BC’s Summer Kicks event. It’s FREE!

Magician David Leif

Magician David Leif will be casting his spell on kids of all ages as part of the Invermere Public Library annusl Summer Reading program. FREE and fun!

One Red Paperclip

‘One Red Paperclip’ is a hilarious romp with Kyle MacDonald, who the Guinness Book of Records says has the record for Most Successful Internet Trade!

‘The Suitcase Project’ – Theatre Workshop For Youth

Imagine creating a work of theatre art from No Script! No Safety Net! and only One Suitcase! A fun workshop for youth from 12 to 16 years.

Valley Forged at Horsethief Hideout

Valley Forged will be onstage opening night of the 2016 Horsethief Hideout Memorial Motorcycle Rally. Listen to the original music that’s taking the valley by storm.

Giant Jenga on the beach!

Everyone’s invited to join the weekly Giant Jenga game on the beach this summer. Come on down! Test your skill. Be the last to collapse the tower!

Valley Forged Canada Day at Whitehouse Pub

Valley Forged will be at the Whitehouse Pub in Windermere for a 2-night Canada Day celebration. Their melodies are unforgettable, their lyrics felt in the heart. Join us!

KNP Junior Naturalist Program

Kids bored this summer? Sign them up for the Junior Naturalist Program at the Redstreak Campground. It’s a fun summertime experience for kids 6 – 12 years.

Old Fashioned Block Party!

You are invited to a real old-fahioned neighborhood block party with FREE carnival games, cake and live music. Great summer entertainment. Bring the whole family!

Museum season begins with an open house!

Everyone’s invited! The museum is having an open house to kick off the summer season. Theme this year is “Uses of the Lake.” Celebrate with cake and drinks.

‘Nine Lives Would Not Do’ – The Life of Leo Grillmair, Mountaineer

Leo Grillmair film “Nine Lives Would Not Do” was a sold-out show! Second showing coming up at DTSS. Theatre-goers need to arrive early to get a seat.

‘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.

United Dance Presents FREEDOM!

FREEDOM is a celebration of dance by students of United Dance. There’s everything from ballet to hip hop. It’s lively, energetic and a whole lot of fun.

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

Music For Life

Music For Life is a joyous celebration by talented area musicians of all ages. A variety of music, mixed with history and humor will be presented.

Purcell Mountain Painters Art Show

You are invited to help celebrate the grand opening of the Purcell Mountain Painter’s new studio in downtown Invermere. Come and view the art. Meet the artists.

Source to Sea

The Source to Sea event Canal Flats BC runs simultaneously with a similar one in Astoria, Oregon, with a headwaters walk, film and storytelling. Join us.

The Bergmann Duo set to wow Invermere audience

Marcel and Elizabeth, known internationally as the Bergmann Duo, make two grand pianos sing. You will enjoy their eclectic repertoire which includes some of Marcel’s original works.

John Jenkins Small Town Revival GREEN

Small Town Revival GREEN is a brand new album with a brand new sound. It’s upbeat, rockin, funky and fun! You’re going to love it!

Small Town Revival GREEN official CD launch

The official CD launch of John Jenkins Small Town Revival GREEN will be onstage at the Golden Civic Centre. Has a brand new sound you’re going to love.

Valley Voices Spring Concert

The Valley Voices presents its annual Spring Concert, a lovely musical presentation of light-hearted music to celebrate the season. It’s real family entertainment at its best.

IMPROV Night – Live!

IMPROV Night – Its live theatre at its best! DTSS students will be entertaining you will their hilarious antics. A great romp! Bring the family. By donation.

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.

‘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.

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.

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!

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’

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.

Big Eli B Blues Band Live at Strands!

Come on out to Strands for an evening of the Blues with the Big Eli B Blues Band. Great music, awesome food and no cover charge! Reserve now!

Texas Hold ‘em Tournament

Come on out every week for an evening of fun and good competition at the Invermere Legion Branch 71’s Texas

Invermere Art Walk

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Spend pleasurable Friday evenings in July and August visiting Invermere BC art galleries to view the inspired work of local artists. See all in one evening or make it a regular Friday treat!