Family

The Purple Pirate “Message in a Bottle” show

The Purple Pirate “Message in a Bottle” show is a family-oriented dance production of Dustin Anderson at Key City Theatre, Cranbrook. Two performances to choose from..

Symphony of the Kootenays presents: ‘Tis the Season’

‘Tis the Season’ is presented by the Symphony of the Kootenays at Key City Theatre. Evening features ‘The Nutcracker Suite’ and ‘Christmas Eve Suite’. Celebrate with the family!

The Barra MacNeils Christmas Show

The Barra MacNeils Christmas Show is coming to the stage at the Key City Theatre in Cranbrook, ringing in the coming holiday season. Get your tickets early!

LIVE Kicks presents: Motus O’s ‘One Hit Wonders’!

Motus O is presenting their show ‘One Hit Wonders’ on the stage at the Golden Civic Centre. The dance troupe a favorite with Golden theatre-goers. Get tickets early.

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!

‘The Sense of an Ending’ – Cinefest 2017 Fall Program

The Sense of an Ending is the 4th film of the Cinefest 2017 Fall Series. About what makes us human – regret, the nature of truth, closure, forgiveness and love.

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!

Halloween Haunted House

The Halloween Haunted House at the Windermere Fire Hall is a FREE event, suitable for all ages. There’s great fun and treats for all the trick-or-treaters!

‘Churchill’ – Cinefest 2017 Fall Program

Churchill is the 3rd film in the Cinefest 2017 Fall series. Just days before the D-Day Landing, Churchill finds himself the sole opponent of the Allied Invasion.

Canal Flats Remembers on November 11th

A Remembrance Day community event will take place at the Civic Centre in Canal Flats. After a ceremony, wreaths will be placed at the village cenotaph.

Symphony of the Kootenays presents – ‘Echelon Rising’

Key City Theatre presents ‘Echelon Rising’, the 1st in the 2017/2018 Symphony of the Kootenays concert series, featuring the works of Beethoven, Rosauro & Strauss. Get tickets now!

Fairmont Lions Garage & Yard Sale Coming Up!

It’ll be a garage and yard sale to top them all! A 2-day event at the Fairmont Community Den with bargains galore! There’s something perfect for everyone!

October Apple Pick and Press

The annual October Apple Pick and Press weekend is your opportunity to help remove attractants for the bears, take home delicious fresh-pressed juice and share with others.

John McDermott Trio Concert

John McDermott Trio coming to the stage at Key City Theatre! John is one of the Three Irish Tenors. The concert will be a sell-out. Get tickets early!

‘Murphy’s Law’ documentary at Pynelogs

Murphy’s Law, a documentary coming to Pynelogs, chronicles Megan Murphy’s solo bike journey in Ireland to re-trace her fathers cycling trip as a young man in 1973.

Rockies Film Series presents ‘Maudie’

The Rockies Film Series presents Maudie, the inspiring story of beloved Canadian folk artist, Maud Lewis whose hand-painted house is in the Art Gallery of Nova Scotia

‘Maudie’ – Cinefest 2017 Fall Program

Maudie, the first film in the Cinefest Fall 2017 series at Pynelogs Cultural Centre, tells the story of Maud Lewis, one of Canada’s best-loved folk artists.

Strand’s 3-Course Thanksgiving Dinner

Strand’s Thanksgiving Dinner is a family favorite every autumn. It’s a 3-course mouth-watering feast, with an Appetizer, a Main Course and dessert to tempt your taste buds!

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.

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.

Talking with Animals Invermere event

The Talking with Animals Invermere event at Wilmer Community Hall is an opportunity to hear adventurer Jon Turk talk about his adventures with wild creatures. A Wildsight presentation.

Talking with Animals Cranbrook event | COTR

Adventurer Jon Turk in his Invermere event, will stop over at the Wilmer Community Hall to present ‘Talking to Animals’ about his encounters with wild creatures.

Windermere Elementary School Carnival

The Windermere Elementary School carnival is planned to be a fundraiser for academic enrichment. There’s going to be fun games, magic, obstacle courses and more! Everyone’s welcome!

Columbia Valley Community Facility Grand Opening!

The Columbia Valley Community Facility is officially opening to the public Sept. 20th. Everyone’s invited to the Grand Ceremony and to take a tour of the building.

Art Show & Artist Party at Pynelogs

Art Show & artist party features the works of The Fierce Art Project, Elizabeth Segstro, John Palmer, LaVerna Peters, Lukasiewicz Stanislaw and Vic Panei. FREE admission.

KSCU Movie in the Park – ‘Sing’

The Radium Hot Springs branch of the Kootenay Savings Credit Union is hosting a Movie in the Park night. It’s great family entertainment and it’s FREE!

Annual Christ Church Trinity Garage Sale

The Annual Christ Church Trinity garage sale has great stuff at bargain basement prices! Are you looking for something special? Come early for the best choices!

Square Dance weekend with the Columbia Valley Twirlers

It’s a Square Dance weekend for all ages and abilities! Come for one session or all three. Callers Rick and Kathy Utter. At the Invermere Seniors Hall.

Movies in the Mountains: ‘The LEGO Batman Movie’

‘The LEGO Batman Movie’ will be the Aug 21 presentation at Pothole Park. It’s suitable for all ages, it’s FREE and it’s fun for all.

Movies in the Mountains: ‘Beauty & the Beast’

‘Beauty and the Beast’ will be playing at Pothole Park in Invermere August 28. It’s FREE summertime family entertainment, suitable for all ages. Everyone’s invited.

Pancake Breakfast and Bake Sale fundraiser

A pancake breakfast and bake sale fundraiser at the Edgewater Community Hall is a perfect way to treat the family on a late summer Sunday morning! Join us!

Summer Kicks Presents: Boogie Patrol with Easy Ruckus

Summer Kicks presents blues-rock band Boogie Patrol onstage with Golden’s own Easy Ruckus down by the bridge at Spirit Square this week. Show starts 7 pm.

Movies in the Mountains: ‘Grease’

This week’s Movie in the Mountains at Pothole Park is the all-time classic favorite, ‘Grease’. Bring the family for FREE summer entertainment.

Movies in the Mountains: ‘Moana’

‘Moana’ is this week’s Movies in the Mountains presentation. It’s fun FREE summertime entertainment for the family.

FREE Moonlight Movie: ‘Boss Baby’

The FREE Moonlight Movie, ‘Boss Baby’ will be outdoors at Mountainside Golf Course! Suitable for all ages. Free popcorn and cotton candy. Lots of laughs. Come early!

Movies in the Mountains: ‘Fantastic Beasts & Where to Find Them’

Looking for great free family fun this summer? Bring the tribe to Pothole Park every Monday evening at dark for Movies in the Mountains. Suitable for all ages.

All American Boys Chorus

The hugely talented All American Boys Chorus travels all over the world, bringing smiles to every face and standing ovations wherever they go. Get your tickets early!

Movies in the Mountains: ‘Trolls’

This week’s Movies in the Mountains presentation is ‘Trolls’ which starts at dark in Pothole Park. It’s great family entertainment and it’s FREE. Suitable for all ages.

John Reischman and the Jaybirds

John Reischman and the Jaybirds, one of the world’s top bluegrass bands, is coming to Christ Church Trinity, Invermere. Story-telling, humor, a real smooth sound. Family entertainment.

CV Food Bank BBQ fundraiser

There’s a CV Food Bank BBQ fundraiser at the Invermere Home Hardware over the lunch hour on Valley Appreciation Day. Treat yourself. Help the food bank

Leif David, Summer Reading Club entertainment

Leif David returns to present his Children’s Magic Show, ‘Walk on the Wild Side’ at Columbia Garden Village. FREE for all ages. Presented by the Invermere Library.

Movies in the Mountains: ‘Rogue One: A Star Wars Story’

Movies in the Mountains is ‘Rogue One: a Star Wars Story’ starting at dark. There’s FREE family entertainment in Pothole Park every Monday this summer.

An Historic Mountain Gathering

Join us for a historic mountain gathering at the Museum, commemorating the opening of the Banff-Windermere Highway. Enjoy dinner and live re-enactment by the Windermere Valley Historical Society.

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.

Movies in the Mountains: ‘Storks’

Looking for great free family fun this summer? Bring the tribe to Pothole Park every Monday evening at dark for Movies in the Mountains. Suitable for all ages.

‘The Marauders of Morocco’ with Cheryl Goodwin

Marauders of Morocco is an evening of stories and spectacular photos presented by photographer Cheryl Goodwin. Journey into the heart of NW Africa at Invermere’s Lions Hall.

Movies in the Mountains: ‘Ferris Bueller’s Day Off’

This week’s Movie in the Mountains is ‘ Ferris Bueller’s Day Off.’ It’s great family entertainment every Monday at dark in July & August. And it’s FREE!

Celebrate National Fishing Week!

Celebrate National Fishing Week by taking the family fishing! On July 1st, 2nd, 8th & 9th, you don’t need a fishing license go fishing in the Columbia Valley.

Wild Nature Tours: ‘Flycatchers to Nutcrackers’

Take a walk on the WILD side with the Wild Nature Tour event ‘Flycatchers to Nutcrackers: A Birding Adventure’ with Cam Gillies. Book now!

ICAN Garage Sale

From 9am to 1pm, find great bargains at ICAN’s annual garage sale! Clothing, toys, books, home decor and more. Support ICAN as they help homeless companion animals in our communities.

Fathers Day Weekend marks season opening at Fort Steele

Tell your Dad or a very special man in your life how much you appreciate him. Take him to Fort Steele for a weekend of special ‘Dad’ events.

Ursus & Us: Bear Awareness Day in Invermere

‘Ursus and Us’ is a FREE Bear Awareness Day event, reminding us that bears are a natural part of living in the Columbia Valley. Pothole Park, Invermere.

DTSS Year-end Band Concerts

Everyone’s invited to the DTSS year-end band concerts in the high school gymnasium. It’s a great opportunity to show your support for these talented teens. Join us.

Sneak Peek Book Sale!

Get an early start on next month’s Big Book Sale! The Sneak Peek book sale event offers hundreds of fantastic bargains on gently used books for everyone.

Marty & Eli live at Strands Restaurant!

Marty & Eli live at Strands! And they’re bringing Dave Shaw with them. What a great evening this is going to be! All ages welcome! Bring the family.

‘Spy School’ – DTSS senior theatre presentation

In ‘Spy School’ a teen-aged girl is hired by the CIA to hunt for a Russian spy at her school. Stars DTSS student, Melissa Weber. Get tickets now!

Canada 150 Celebration

It’s a Canada 150 Celebration on the lawns at the Windermere Valley Museum, an ‘early- bird special’ – a FREE family-friendly afternoon party for everyone. Please come!

Music from the Mountains: The Wardens

Hear music and stories of The Wardens, a trio of rugged mountain men who’ve spent years protecting the wilderness of our National Parks.

Glass Art Show & Sale

The Glass Art Show and Sale at the Radium Hot Springs pools, is themed ‘Celebration’ and is a tribute to Canada’s 150th birthday. A FREE event.

‘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!

Easter Egg Hunt at Kinsmen Park

Hey kids! Bring your baskets to Kinsmen Park for the annual Easter Egg hunt! See if you’ll be the one to collect the most Easter eggs.

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!

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.

“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.

‘The Eagle Huntress’ – Cinefest 2017 Winter Program

‘The Eagle Huntress’ is a stunning film about a young girl who captures and trains a baby eagle, forming a bond with the bird. Family entertainment.

‘Jean of the Joneses’ – Cinefest 2017 Winter Program

‘Jean of the Joneses’ is the 4th film in the Cinefest 2017 Winter Program at Pynelogs. A must-see, wonderfully written and very entertaining comedy. All ages.

‘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.

Harry Potter Book Night

Harry Potter Book Night at the Invermere Library is a celebration of the Professors of Hogwarte who taught Harry many magical skills. FREE drop-in event.

‘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.

Bereavement Support Groups beginning

Bereavement support groups, hosted by the Hospice Society of the Columbia Valley, are starting at their Invermere office. Each group runs for 12 weeks. Pre-registration is required.

‘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.”

Fairmont Community Skating Party

Everyone’s invited to come to the FREE Community Skating Party at the Fairmont Hot Springs Resort skating rink. Bring your own skates. Rentals are not available.

Swim FREE Christmas Day!

Swim FREE all Christmas Day at Fairmont Resort’s public natural mineral hot springs pool. Just bring a Food Bank donation of a non-perishable food item.

Free Public Skate

There’s a FREE public skate at the Canal Flats Arena and everyone’s invited! Hot chocolate and cookies too. Grab your skates and bring the whole family.

Winter Break Movies

FREE Winter Break Movies at the Invermere Community Hall are favorite seasonal films for all ages. Bring a blanket and a pillow and enjoy the show!

Blue Christmas Service in Invermere

Blue Christmas Service is for remembering loved ones and pets who have gone. Going through a rough time just now? Please join us. Light a candle.

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.

Annual Tree of Lights

Hospice Society hosts the annual Tree of Lights ceremony in 5 Columbia Valley locations this year to commemorate loved ones who will not be with us this season.

Friday Night Shopping Extravaganza in Fairmont!

The Friday Night Shopping extravaganza in Fairmont Hot Springs offers holiday shoppers great specials on wonderful gift items for everyone on their lists. Tour the local businesses.

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.

Valley Forged Old-fashioned Christmas sing-along party

It’s a SIng-along party at Smoking Waters Coffee Company in Fairmont. Enjoy hot chocolate with Santa and Mrs. Claus. Sing all your favorite Christmas songs with Valley Forged.

Snow tubing & tobogganing in the Columbia Valley

Adventure & Recreation Things to do

Let’s go Tobogganing!

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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.

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.

Invermere Legion Christmas Market

The Legion Christmas Market in Invermere is a 2-day event with lots of great items for the special folks on your holiday shopping list. Bring the family.

‘Twas the Book Sale Before Christmas

You’ll find great books, gently used and giftable, at this weekend’s Legion Christmas Market. The prices just can’t be beat either! Something for everyone on your gift list.

‘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.

Hey Kids! Have breakfast with Santa!

Breakfast with Santa at the Invermere BC Legion is a great way for families to get an early start on the holiday season. Reservations should be made early.

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.

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!

How about Sweet and Sour Chicken tonight?

Sweet and sour chicken is being served at the Invermere Legion this Friday! Great price too! Bring the family or invite a friend as your guest?

Astronomy on the Go! with the H. R. MacMillan Space Centre

Astronomy on the Go! Explore the heavens over Invermere BC in this FREE presentation for you and your family. Weather permitting, you can see through the telescope.

Pumpkin Carving & Decorating Contest

The Pumpkin Carving and Decorating Contest at Home Hardware is open to everyone from 0 to 99 years. Enter! You could win one of the great prizes.

Booktacular Halloween!

The Booktacular Hallween event at the library is back again! Dress in your costume and come trickin’ and treatin’ on October 26th from 5 to 8 PM

‘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?

Zombie Walk

Put on your scariest Halloween costume and join the Zombie Walk. Everyone’s welcome. Bring a donation to the food bank and get ready to be spooked!

‘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.

Thanksgiving Celebration at Fort Steele

The Thanksgiving Celebration at Fort Steele BC is a tradition for many families who return year after year for the day of fun and a great traditional meal

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!

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