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Join award-winning author Robin Stevenson for an in-depth conversation about her experiences as a champion of free expression in a time of unprecedented book bans and challenges—including several of her own published works.

“Haisla Artists: An Indigenous Art Exhibition” is a one-of-a-kind art exhibit featuring diverse multimedia works by over 20 Haisla artists from Kitamaat and beyond. It is the first-ever all-Haisla community art show put on by the Kitimat Museum & Archives, and we are excited and honoured to be the venue for this incredible, innovative, and dynamic art.  We invite all members of our community to attend the opening reception on Friday, May 10th, 7:00 p.m., at the Lower Level of the City Centre Mall. Come and listen to the opening speakers, watch a performance by the Haisla Braid Singers & Dancers, see images from our archival collection, and enjoy light refreshments. Everyone is welcome.  The Haisla, meaning “dwellers downriver,” have occupied this territory since time immemorial. Today’s Haisla Nation is an amalgamation of two historic bands, the Kitamaat and the Kitlope. The Haisla Nation is centered on Kitamaat Village, home to about 700 of the Nation’s 2000+ members; the rest of whom live in Kitimat, Terrace, Prince Rupert, Vancouver, the United States, and elsewhere. The Haisla artistic tradition has flourished for millennia and remains integral to the culture.  The show will be on display in our Upstairs Gallery during Museum opening hours from May 8th until July 13th 2024. Admission to the Museum is by donation. We are wheelchair-accessible by lift. 

Lightwire Theater has been featured as a semi-finalist on NBC’s America’s Got Talent and winner if Tru TV’s Fake Off. The group combines Theater and technology to bring stories to life in complete darkness and is internationally recognized for its signature brand of electroluminescent artistry. Tickets available at Misty River Books and at the door $30 all adults $20 children age 3-12

The BC and Yukon Book Prizes are bringing their author tour to Smithers! Join us for a reading and Q&A with two of this year's finalists: Emelia Symington-Fedy (author of Skid Dogs) and Wanda John-Kehewin (author of Hopeless in Hope). The BC and Yukon Book Prizes celebrate the achievements of British Columbia and Yukon writers, illustrators and publishers of various genres. 

Seeking artworks that express your Haisla identity   Title: Haisla Art Exhibition Date of Exhibit: May 8 to July 13, 2024 Venue: Kitimat Museum & Archives Registration Deadline: Friday, February 16, 2024 Medium: 2D and 3D art pieces, any medium   Entry forms are available at the Museum's Front Desk and online at www.kitimatmuseum/callforentry    Participants must register at the Kitimat Museum by February 16th, 2024, as an exhibition booklet featuring the artists may be produced for the show.   Contact: Kitimat Museum & Archives 293 City Centre Kitimat BC PH: 250-632-8950 | www.kitimatmuseum.ca

PRINCE RUPERT LIONS CLUB proudly presents… The 2024 SHOW AND SHINE WEDNESDAY, June 8th (SeafestWeekend) At the Safeway Parking Lot (2002nd AveWest,Prince Rupert, BC)   *ENTRANCE FEE BY DONATION* Door Prizes Trophies Food Raffles   PROGRAM 8:00am SHOWAND SHINE REGISTRATION 8:00-10:30am PANCAKE BREAKFAST 10am- 3pm SHOW AND SHINE 11:00am- 2:30pm BBQ   Contact Info email: princerupertlionsclub@gmail.com facebook: Prince Rupert Lions Club