Castlegar Arts Council

10/06/2026

A reminder that the Castlegar Arts Council’s Annual General Meeting is happening this Thursday!

Come out and find out what’s been happening in our local arts community—and what’s ahead.

Whether you’re already involved or simply love the arts and want to learn more, we’d love to see you there! Come connect, share ideas, and help shape the future of arts and culture in Castlegar.

📅 Thursday, October 8
🕕 6:00 PM
📍 Castlegar Library — 1005 3rd Street

Mark your calendar, bring a friend, and come be part of the conversation!

09/13/2026

Art Social is BACK!

After a summer break, we’re ready to get creative again! Join us for the first Art Social of the fall on Saturday, September 19th at 6 PM at Lion’s Head Pub.

Bring your current project, try something new, or simply come hang out with fellow local creatives. Whether you’re an experienced artist, a total beginner, or just curious, everyone is welcome!

📅 Saturday, September 19th
🕕 6 PM – whenever
📍 Lion’s Head Pub

Let’s kick off the fall with good company, good conversation, and a little creativity!

09/12/2026

A huge congratulations to our lucky Art Walk Passport winners, John and Susan Cooley!

Thank you to everyone who picked up a passport, explored our amazing local venues, discovered incredible artwork, and joined in the fun this summer. Your enthusiasm helped make the 2026 Castlegar Art Walk so special. 💛

09/12/2026

Check out this article from the Kootenay Regional Arts Council, featuring our Interim President Sonja Rosenberg! 😀

📣 Get to know interim president of Castlegar Arts Council Sonja Rosenberg in our monthly Q&A ✨
Other highlights:
Our name change • 2026 AGM • Columbia Basin Trust Public Art Program
Plus: Share your thoughts on AI, and more.

08/29/2026

Join us TODAY from 2–4 PM at the Station Museum for the Art Walk Closing Celebration!

Come enjoy the artwork, celebrate our talented local artists, and soak up one last afternoon of creativity.

Books by Art Walk artist Sab Curtis will be available for purchase and signing! Pick up a copy of Rewired and meet the artist.

Plus, don’t miss the Art Walk Passport gift basket draw! Get your entries in by the end of the 27th at any participating Art Walk venue for your chance to win.

Bring a friend, come celebrate local art, and make the most of the final day! 💜

📍 Station Museum, 400 13 th Avenue, Castlegar

🕑 2–4 PM

08/27/2026

Castlegar Art Walk Artist Spotlight: Selkirk Weavers

Location: Doukhobor Discovery Centre

Medium: Weaving & Fibre Arts

The Selkirk Weavers & Spinners Guild brings the rich traditions of weaving and fibre arts to this year’s Castlegar Art Walk.

Their work celebrates the creativity, patience, and craftsmanship behind handmade textiles, transforming colourful fibres and traditional techniques into beautiful, functional pieces.

Visitors to Art Walk are invited to discover the artistry of the Selkirk Weavers and learn more about the timeless craft of spinning and weaving.

08/26/2026

Castlegar Art Walk Artist Spotlight: Theresa LeRose

Venue: Crumbs Bakery & Café

Theresa LeRose creates pottery that celebrates texture, form, and the simple joy of handmade objects.

Working with clay as both a functional and artistic medium, she draws inspiration from the natural world, incorporating organic patterns, earthy colours, and tactile surfaces into her work.

Each piece is carefully crafted to invite touch, curiosity, and connection.

Through her pottery practice, Theresa explores the beauty found in imperfection and the stories that emerge through the creative process.

Her work reflects a deep appreciation for craftsmanship, patience, and the enduring relationship between people and the objects they use and cherish every day.

Whether sculptural or functional, her pieces are designed to bring warmth, beauty, and a sense of delight into everyday life.

Explore more of Theresa’s work on Instagram: , on Facebook at: Makes Me Smile – Pottery by Theresa, and her website: makes-me-smile.ca.

08/26/2026

Castlegar Art Walk Artist Spotlight: Zdena Price

Venue: The Red Dresser

Zdena Price’s paintings reflect a deep appreciation for the quiet beauty of the natural world.

Through soft colour palettes, atmospheric light, and expressive brushwork, she captures landscapes that feel both familiar and timeless.

Her work invites viewers to slow down, look closely, and connect with the peaceful moments that often go unnoticed.

Inspired by the changing seasons and the landscapes of the region, Zdena creates paintings that balance observation with emotion.

Gentle transitions of colour and light evoke a sense of calm, while her painterly approach allows each scene to retain a feeling of movement and life.

Her work celebrates nature’s ability to inspire reflection, comfort, and wonder.

Visit The Red Dresser during Art Walk to experience Zdena’s serene and evocative landscapes.

08/26/2026

Castlegar Art Walk Artist Spotlight: Margie Bromley

Venue: Crumbs Bakery & Café

Margie Bromley’s paintings are inspired by the landscapes that make the Kootenays such a remarkable place to call home.

Through expressive brushwork and vibrant colour, she captures the ever-changing moods of mountains, lakes, forests, and skies, inviting viewers to experience the beauty and serenity of the natural world.

Working primarily in acrylics, Margie is drawn to light, atmosphere, and the emotional connection people feel to the places they love.

Her paintings balance realism with a painterly energy, celebrating both the grandeur and the quiet moments found in nature.

Each piece reflects a deep appreciation for the landscapes that surround us and the sense of wonder they inspire.

Follow Margie’s artistic journey on Instagram: .

08/26/2026

Castlegar Art Walk Artist Spotlight: Shana Kavaloff

Venue: LBC Crafts

Shana Kavaloff’s paintings are a celebration of colour, creativity, and the beauty found in nature’s abundance.

Working intuitively with layered acrylics and mixed-media elements, she creates vibrant floral compositions that radiate joy, energy, and connection.

Inspired by gardens, wildflowers, and the changing seasons, Shana’s work invites viewers to pause and appreciate the richness of the natural world.

Through expressive brushwork and luminous colour palettes, her paintings capture both the delicate details and exuberant spirit of blooming landscapes.

Each piece reflects a love of creativity and a desire to bring beauty, warmth, and optimism into everyday spaces.

Follow Shana’s artistic journey on Instagram: .