Open Studio & Open House
Come by the UCI Chinatown Cooperative Development Centre and Studio for drinks and community building and learn more about the union cooperative development for precarious workers.
RSVP here.
Print Social
Ages 16+
PWYC, $25 - $45 per month
Focus on Relief Printmaking
May 9, 16, 23, 30
Join KAG Art Instructors and local artists Ruby Liddy and Charlie Napoleon on Thursdays for a relaxed evening of social creativity. Experienced and beginner printmakers are welcome, Ruby and Charlie will be available to offer light instruction and support. Please note this is not a guided class.
All materials are provided.
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This program is pay-what-you-can. All proceeds support the Gallery's exhibitions and education programs.
Starbucks Workers Social
Get ready to mix, mingle, and make connections at the Starbucks Workers Social on Friday, May 24th, 2024!
Drop-in for a free drink and food at the new invite-only People’s Pub and worker-focused speakeasy in Vancouver’s Chinatown. Details will be sent on the day of the event so mark your calendars!
Please reach out to monivoi@unionci.ca for more information.
Tote Bag Workshop with SCOOP
Have you wanted to learn how to make your own fabric tote bag? Join the SCOOP: Stitchers Cooperative for a free workshop on how to make your own tote bag.
All supplies are provided by the Union Cooperative Initiative and each workshop is limited to 6 participants.
RSVP here.
Tote Bag Workshop with SCOOP
Have you wanted to learn how to make your own fabric tote bag? Join the SCOOP: Stitchers Cooperative for a free workshop on how to make your own tote bag.
All supplies are provided by the Union Cooperative Initiative and each workshop is limited to 6 participants.
RSVP here.
Book Binding with the Burnaby Arts Cooperative
Join us for a workshop on book binding where you’ll learn how to make hand bound journals.
All supplies are provided by the Union Cooperative Initiative and the workshop is limited to 10 participants.
RSVP here.
People’s Pub: Union Organizing Brews
Join us the labour union organizing community for drinks and snacks by donation at the People’s Pub.
Button Making Workshop with the Collective Print Shop
Join us for a button making workshop with the Collective Print Shop. Each participant will be provided with 5 custom labour organizing buttons or make your own!
This event is fun for all ages!
RSVP here.
Fabric Print Making with SCOOP
Join us for a custom fabric print making workshop with the SCOOP Stitchers Cooperative. Learn how to design and carve your own custom stamp and create a repeating pattern or print on a custom canvas tote bag.
All supplies are provided by the Union Cooperative Initiative and the workshop is limited to 6 participants.
RSVP here.
Introduction to the Union Cooperative Network
Are you interested in learning more about the Union Cooperative Initiative and our organizing model?
Join us for an hour long zoom workshop where we will do a deep dive into the history of the cooperative and labour movements as well as the cooperative development network approach inspired by the Mondragon cooperatives of Spain.
RSVP here.
Cooperatives Social
Join the BC Cooperative Association for a cooperative mixer and social following their Annual General Meeting.
This is an invite-only event, please reach out to jonny@unionci.ca for more information.
Print Social
Ages 16+
PWYC, $25 - $45 per month
Focus on Relief Printmaking
May 9, 16, 23, 30
Join KAG Art Instructors and local artists Ruby Liddy and Charlie Napoleon on Thursdays for a relaxed evening of social creativity. Experienced and beginner printmakers are welcome, Ruby and Charlie will be available to offer light instruction and support. Please note this is not a guided class.
All materials are provided.
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This program is pay-what-you-can. All proceeds support the Gallery's exhibitions and education programs.
Somber Seas w/ Simulacra @ Effie Arts Collective
Influenced by the tidal waters of the Canadian Northwest Coast where they reside, Somber Seas takes indie rock and submerges it into the depths of the ocean, pulls celestial synth inspirations from the sky, and mimics the notion of an otherworldly habitat. This four piece act has the rhythm section to make you dance like northern lights, cosmic sounds to get your body feeling like a jellyfish, and a narrative to draw you into the depths of your own oceans.
Isaac Jordan (Simulacra) is a pigment of the imagination with a penchant for the unknown. A creator of cosmogonic sigils, spectral photographies, and a vast musical mysterium, Isaac exists somewhere in a liminal space between Penticton, BC and the maw of the abyss.
PD DAY CAMP
Ages 5 to 12
$48 // $43.20 for members
Join us for a fun-filled day of art making and exploration at the Kamloops Art Gallery!
Through experiences in our galleries and adventures in our studios, young artists will learn through play and discover new ways to share their ideas through art.
Our programs provide participants with the opportunity to create art in a safe, encouraging, student-led space with a focus on process-based learning.
The Stonefruits with w/ Chairman, Boosh and Tortion at The Effie
The Stonefruits is back at The Effie Arts Collective in Kamloops! Join us for a night of incredible music featuring Chairman, Boosh, and introducing with their first live performance, Tortion! Get ready to dance, sing along, and have a great time with friends. Don't miss out on this epic event! These shows continually sell out, so get your tickets in advance!
Print Social
Ages 16+
PWYC, $25 - $45 per month
Focus on Relief Printmaking
May 9, 16, 23, 30
Join KAG Art Instructors and local artists Ruby Liddy and Charlie Napoleon on Thursdays for a relaxed evening of social creativity. Experienced and beginner printmakers are welcome, Ruby and Charlie will be available to offer light instruction and support. Please note this is not a guided class.
All materials are provided.
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This program is pay-what-you-can. All proceeds support the Gallery's exhibitions and education programs.
Randii Andii Going Deep Tour
Randii Andii is a musical comedian, known for her provocative parody songs and show stopping costumes. She grew up on Vancouver Island, B.C. and began performing in 2005 , and was touring the world by 2012. She has toured the United States and Canada, performed in international festivals, had an entertainment residency at Temptations Resort, in Cancun Mexico, she spent 4 years working for Carnival Cruise Lines as part of the Punchliner Comedy Club. Randii Andii released an album in 2012, ‘Randii Andii – In Your Face’. She has performed on stages from 2 to 10,000 people. Randii Andii likes to combine many different art forms into her show to take you on a journey that gets more twisted with every song, A 60 min musical comedy extravaganza that is sure to tickle your funny bone.
Featuring: Hector Rivas, a stand-up comedian from Venezuela based in Vancouver. Since he was a child, his dream was to be an astronaut. That didn't work out for him, because Houston isn't in Venezuela. With his dreams crushed, Hector became a hospital clown, improv actor, and stand-up comedian in the Venezuelan capital, Caracas. When Hector was 24, he travelled to Canada to do comedy in the city of Vancouver. Hector's unique take on the world combined with his high- octane physical style of comedy means that he’s been a big hit on the Canadian comedy scene.
Hero for Zero featuring The Test
How do we make a fifty-four-year-old campus fossil fuel-free by 2030?
TRU promises to be the first net-zero university in Canada and we need you to be part of the transformation.
Join us for a screening of The Test and a conversation with sustainability experts about TRU’s newest project to reduce campus greenhouse gas emissions by 95 percent: the Low-Carbon District Energy System.
Join TRU in taking concrete action against climate change and take the pledge to be a Hero for Zero.
Registration is required and seating is limited.
Presented by TRU Giving, TRU Sustainability, TRU Alumni and Vandelso Productions.
About the film
The community of Logan Lake spent eighteen years preparing for a wildfire it hoped would never come — and then it did. TRU alum and filmmaker Vesta Giles premiered her documentary The Test to a sold-out theatre in April, chronicling how one community adapted and overcame a climate challenge that threatens us all: wildfire. Watch the film trailer here.
Stephen Hamm the Theremin Man Live at The Effie
Doors 7pm Show 7:30pm
Licenced Venue - Minors Allowed accompanied by an Adult
A legendary member of the Vancouver Music scene for over thirty years, Stephen Hamm continues a prolific, adventurous musical career and has become one of Canada’s most unforgettable and beloved performers. Stephen has played in bands like Slow, Canned Hamm and Nardwuar And The Evaporators.
A multi instrumentalist, Stephen Hamm has shifted his focus to mastering the theremin. The theremin is an early electronic instrument that is touchless: a thereminist interacts with magnetic fields around the two antennae on a theremin rather than actually touching the instrument. Stephen has been thrilling audiences at clubs and festivals with his wildly creative solo show based around theremin and synthesizer and has been taking them on an electro musical journey into new abstract dimensions of sound!
Mother's Day Paint Night
Looking for something to do on Mother's Day? Have you ever been interested in a paint night, but didn't go because it was too expensive? Join us at Caffe Motivo on Mother's Day!
Tickets to this Paint Party make the perfect Mother's Day gift, as would your painting if you don't want to/can't attend together. This event is family friendly; however, to create the best experience for everyone, it is worth noting that this will be a relatively quiet atmosphere, and may not be a good setting to bring very young children who may get restless.
Doors will open at 4:30pm, creating the perfect opportunity to grab a drink (alcohol available for those 19+) before the activity. Painting will begin at 5:00pm.
All supplies will be provided, but we suggest wearing clothes that you would be okay with possibly getting paint on. An 8"x10" canvas is included in the base ticket price, or upsize your canvas for an additional fee.
2nd Annual Kamloops Country Kicker
MPRO4 Entertainment and New Country 103.1 invite you to join us for a rootin' tootin' night of boot stomping country dancing! Start the night off with live band, Buck Wild, featuring Angie Heinze, performing all the hits from your favourite country artists. Keep on two stepping while the DJ spins even more popular country tunes for you to swing your partner round and round! Don't worry about going hungry, Fryer's Express, Yogi Berri & Crepes, and Papa John's will be serving up great food all night! Your hydration needs will be covered at the bar, just a do-si-do away from the dance floor.
Need to brush up on your two step? Come early and get some practice in with a beginner dance lesson offered by Let's Move Dance Studio. This is included with the purchase of your event ticket, just make sure to show up on time.
The Thompson Hotel is offering guests of the Kicker a great deal on rooms for the night. Use the rate code "COUNTRY" to book your room for $160/night +taxes. Proof of event ticket purchase may be required at check-in.
Event Details
Tickets: $35 + service fees
Doors: 7:00 pm
Food Trucks: 7:00 pm
Bar: 7:00 pm
Dance Lessons: 7:30 pm
Live Band: 8:30 pm
DJ: 10:30 pm
This is a 19+ event
Yew Street Block Party
Get ready for an unforgettable experience at the Yew Street Block Party! Join in for a fantastic, family, and pet-friendly event that will transform Yew Street from Spirit Square to Tranquille Rd into a vibrant celebration. Indulge in a delightful array of vendors, delicious food, exciting inflatables, captivating entertainment, and even meet lively clowns and charming mascots. Stay tuned for more exciting details, as this event promises to be an absolute highlight!
Print Social
Ages 16+
PWYC, $25 - $45 per month
Focus on Relief Printmaking
May 9, 16, 23, 30
Join KAG Art Instructors and local artists Ruby Liddy and Charlie Napoleon on Thursdays for a relaxed evening of social creativity. Experienced and beginner printmakers are welcome, Ruby and Charlie will be available to offer light instruction and support. Please note this is not a guided class.
All materials are provided.
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This program is pay-what-you-can. All proceeds support the Gallery's exhibitions and education programs.
The Youth Art Making Station
4:00 to 6:00 pm
Ages 14 to 21
FREE admission
Join us at the Kamloops Art Gallery on Wednesday evenings for the Youth Art Making Station! Bring your friends and make new ones while experiencing new and different ways to create art.
Varied monthly themes will introduce you to new materials and techniques, and offer opportunities for you to share your knowledge and expand your artistic abilities.
The Youth Art Making Station welcomes folk of all skill levels, aged 14 to 21, who are looking to have fun and create in a safe space. Registration is not required and all materials are provided.
This program was designed by TheLAB:2023 Youth Interns.
The Youth Art Making Station is generously sponsored by the Edwina and Paul Heller Memorial Fund with the Vancouver Foundation.
Kamloops Fiddlers Pot Luck Dinner & Dance
Cost: $6.00 for members and $10.00 for non members
Buy your tickets online or pay cash at the door.
Star Wars Day @ The Paramount Theatre
May the 4th Be With You at Paramount Theatre ⚔️🌟
Join Downtown Kamloops and the Kamloops Film Society for an intergalactic day of Star Wars excitement on May 4th at the Paramount Theatre!
Here's what's in store:
Pre-show performance at 1:30 - Dr. Michael Mehta belts out some fabulous space-themed songs! Screening of Star Wars: V - Empire Strikes Back at 2 pm.
Pre-Show Performance at 6:00 pm - Brendon Methot's dazzling performance. At 6:30 pm, catch a screening of Star Wars: Episode VIII - The Last Jedi.
Before the screenings, test your Star Wars knowledge with our Trivia Challenge and win prizes.
Not to miss - Delectable Star Wars-themed cookies by Sweet Spot for sale in the lobby! https://www.facebook.com/bakingforthehomies
Get your tickets now at thekfs.ca/movies/
Ticket Prices (Online):
Admission Adult - $11.50
Admission Senior - $10.50
Admission Child/Student - $5.50
*Excludes $1 fee
Ticket Prices (At the Door):
Admission Adult - $11.50
Admission Senior - $10.50
Admission Child/Student - $5.50
*excludes $2 fee
Parts & Crafts Pop-Up Market
Get ready for an event that's all about heart, horsepower, and handcrafted happiness! 🚗💨🎨
Join us at "Parts and Crafts" this May 4th, a unique celebration that's revving up to support an incredible cause—the RIH Children's Ward. Dive into a day where the community's passion for car parts, barrel racing, and artisan crafts merges into one thrilling event.
Event Highlights:
Car Parts Swap: A treasure trove for auto enthusiasts! Swap, sell, or snag those sought-after car parts and accessories. It's a car enthusiast dream!
Barrel Racing: Cheer on the riders as they bolt for the best times.
Pop-Up Craft Market: Wander through a marketplace of creativity at our pop-up craft market. Every booth offers something unique—from handmade jewelry and home decor and more. It's the perfect place to find that special something while supporting local artisans and a great cause.
Youth Hub: Articulated Paper Puppets
Ages 12 to 18
FREE Admission
Kamloops Library - downtown
Bring your drawings to life! Create paper puppets with movable joints in a program guided by KAG art instructors.
This program is offered in collaboration with the Thompson-Nicola Regional Library.
Spring Fling Sale
The Old Courthouse Gallery and Artisan Co-op in Kamloops is filled with original art and gift ideas at the Spring Fling Sale!
The Beaded Junction
4:00 to 6:00 pm
Ages 14 to 19
FREE admission
Join KAG Art Instructors and local artists Ruby Liddy and Charlie Napoleon on Thursday afternoons for our beading circle, the Beaded Junction. We will focus mainly on Aboriginal art forms and activities, but all members of the community are welcome to join. Whether you’re a beginner or well experienced at beading, participants of all skill levels are welcome to join. Drop in with your in-progress project or get guidance on how to start.
The Beaded Junction offers a way to learn more about other cultures or even learn more about your own. This is a welcoming and respectful group, everyone aged 14 to 19 is welcome.
No registration required, and all materials are provided.
Stories of Resilience: Kamloops Community Exhibit
Come join us at the Kamloops United Church on Thursday, May 02, 2024, for an inspiring exhibit showcasing stories of resilience from people from across British Columbia’s Interior. Explore diverse expressions and perspectives of resilience through stories and artworks, and take in a transformative performance from the TRU Playback Theatre Troupe. This in-person event will leave you feeling inspired and connected as we explore these Stories of Resilience together.
Note: This is one of two community events in the region; please join us in Williams Lake on May 4, 2024 if that location is more accessible for you.
HYDRA Performing Arts Festival 2024
Chimera Theatre's Hydra Festival is back!
Featuring local, new and innovative works of comedy, theatre and the obscure, audiences will be treated to fantastically fun and brave works made by artists residing in the Kamloops area.
The Festival will run from May 1st to May 11th at The Effie Arts Collective, located at 422 Tranquille Road.
Individual Tickets: $15 (save the eventbrite fees by buying advance tickets in-person at The Effie!)
Three-Headed Rush Pass: Three shows for $40
Six-headed Rush Pass: Six shows for $60
Festival Pass: All Shows for $130
Festival Supporter: All shows + T-shirt/perks for $165
May Day, International Worker's Day and Mayworks Kamloops Launch Event
This FREE (or by donation) event is Kamloops' first ever Mayworks Festival of Working People & the Arts. Mayworks celebrates diverse artists and working people at the intersection of art, social justice, and labour. The May Day opening event on International Workers Day, includes sponsorship and support from local labour unions and representation from Kamloops arts organizations and artists to bring awareness to the precarity workers in the arts.
The Mayworks Kamloops Launch itinerary looks like this: 5-7pm, inviting labour unions, artists, social justice practitioners to provide information 5:15 - 5:45 speeches from arts/labour - speakers to be announced within the next week.5:45-7:00 Networking and art exhibitions and sales.
From Salish Sea To Palestine: The Law of the Land Livestream
Colonialism always starts with violent land theft. In this live-streamed conversation with Palestinian and Indigenous lawyers Laith Sarhan and Veronica Martisius, Drawing Wisdom host Jada-Gabrielle Pape grapple with the struggle of resisting occupation while working within colonial systems such as “the law”. What happens when the laws of the state do not uphold the laws of the land? What happens when the laws of the nation state support injustices? Under regimes of settler colonialism – who does the law serve?
Tune into this fascinating live streamed conversation diving into the laws of the land versus laws of the state!
LIVESTREAM SPEAKERS:
Jada-Gabrielle Pape, Saanich & Snuneymuxw Nations, host of the Drawing Wisdom Video Podcast.
Veronica Martisius is Kanyen’keha:ka (Mohawk) on her maternal side. She was born and raised in Brantford, ON, and is a member of the Six Nations of the Grand River. She is a mom and practices law in the area of human rights.
Laith Sarhan is a Palestinian-Canadian lawyer based in Vancouver. While born and raised in Canada, Laith’s family were previously multi-generational olive farmers and merchants in Palestine forced to seek a better life away from Israeli military occupation. Laith practices in the area of privacy and technology law.
The Youth Art Making Station
4:00 to 6:00 pm
Ages 14 to 21
FREE admission
Join us at the Kamloops Art Gallery on Wednesday evenings for the Youth Art Making Station! Bring your friends and make new ones while experiencing new and different ways to create art.
Varied monthly themes will introduce you to new materials and techniques, and offer opportunities for you to share your knowledge and expand your artistic abilities.
The Youth Art Making Station welcomes folk of all skill levels, aged 14 to 21, who are looking to have fun and create in a safe space. Registration is not required and all materials are provided.
This program was designed by TheLAB:2023 Youth Interns.
The Youth Art Making Station is generously sponsored by the Edwina and Paul Heller Memorial Fund with the Vancouver Foundation.
Mayworks Vancouver takes place unceded territories. The City of Vancouver acknowledges that it is situated on the unceded traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.
Mayworks Kamloops takes place on Tk'emlúps te Secwépemc territory, situated within the unceded ancestral lands of the Secwépemc Nation.