Pickleball at the Hall
2023-02-02 16:00 - 18:00, 2023-02-09 16:00 - 18:00, 2023-02-16 16:00 - 18:00 (America/Vancouver) | Wells Community Hall, 4269 Sanders Ave, Wells, BC, V0K2R0, Canada
Looking for a new way to exercise and have fun? Become a pickler. Drop-in every Thursday from 4 pm to 6 pm at the Community Hall.

OSCAR NOMINATED FILM: The Banshees of Inisherin
2023-02-03 20:00 - 22:00 | Sunset Theatre, 2357 Pooley St., Wells, BC, v0k2r0, Canada
Set on a remote island off the west coast of Ireland, THE BANSHEES OF INISHERIN follows lifelong friends Pádraic and Colm, who find themselves at an impasse when Colm unexpectedly puts an end to their friendship. A stunned Pádraic, aided by his sister Siobhán and troubled young islander Dominic, endeavours to repair the relationship, refusing to take no for an answer. But Pádraic’s repeated efforts only strengthen his former friend’s resolve and when Colm delivers a desperate ultimatum, events swiftly escalate, with shocking consequences.
Rating: R (Language Throughout|Brief Graphic Nudity|Some Violent Content)
Genre: Comedy
Original Language: English
Director: Martin McDonagh
Writer: Martin McDonagh
Preview:
https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/the_banshees_of_inisherin

OSCAR NOMINATED FILM: Marcel The Shell With Shoes On
2023-02-04 14:00 - 15:30 | Sunset Theatre, 2357 Pooley St., Wells, BC, v0k2r0, Canada
Marcel is an adorable one-inch-tall shell who ekes out a colorful existence with his grandmother Connie and their pet lint, Alan. Once part of a sprawling community of shells, they now live alone as the sole survivors of a mysterious tragedy. But when a documentary filmmaker discovers them amongst the clutter of his Airbnb, the short film he posts online brings Marcel millions of passionate fans, as well as unprecedented dangers and a new hope at finding his long-lost family. A beloved character gets his big-screen debut in this hilarious and heartwarming animated feature.
Rating: PG (Some Suggestive Material|Thematic Elements)
Genre: Kids & Family, Comedy, Animation
Original Language: English
Director: Dean Fleischer-Camp
Writer: Dean Fleischer-Camp, Jenny Slate, Nick Paley
Runtime: 1h 29m

Community Meeting on the Future of the ArtsWells Festival
2023-02-08 19:00 - 20:00 | Island Mountain Arts, 2323 Pooley St., Wells, BC, V0k2R0, Canada
We know that many of you are waiting to hear whether or not Island Mountain Arts (IMA) will bring ArtsWells back in the summer of 2023.Based on the results of the 2022 Community Feedback Survey and the IMA Board’s goals and vision, we are planning a smaller version of the Festival, to be presented in 2023 or 2024. We will announce the next Festival dates soon.

Our goals are to present a Festival that includes the best parts of ArtsWells and eliminates, to the best of our ability, the elements that strained our community.

· We hope you will read the Community Feedback Survey Results Summary: https://drive.google.com/…/1hRvjxi6YBnnd1lH1WVDTG…/view
· IMA Board and Committees will continue to develop the Festival and other plans, seek funding, and collaborate with our partners for the future.
· We encourage our neighbours to join us for a Community Meeting on February 8th at 7:00 PM in the Island Mountain Arts Public Gallery (2323 Pooley St.) where we will present our roadmap for the 2023 season and beyond. We look forward to hosting this conversation. (we unfortunately do not have the infrastructure to host this meeting in-person and online at this time.)

If you’re interested in volunteering with us to bring a future Festival or other programming to life, please consider joining us on February 8th or contact volunteer@imarts.com for more details.

Background:

For many years, Island Mountain Arts ran a summer festival in Wells called ArtsWells Festival Of All Things Art. Artists, musicians, and attendees came from near and far to celebrate what Wells had to offer.

The festival has not happened in person since the beginning of the covid pandemic. In its final years, it had successfully grown so large that it began to put serious strain on the broader community and its infrastructure.

Wells Volunteer Fire Brigade Practice
2023-02-08 19:00 - 21:00, 2023-02-15 19:00 - 21:00 | Wells Volunteer Fire Brigade Station, 2314 Baker St, Wells, BC, V0K 2R0, Canada
Exterior Fire Protection is provided by the Wells Volunteer Fire Brigade. The WVFB will respond to any fire calls in the Wells Fire District.
The WVFB is the only fire service in the area and is 100% dependent on volunteers. Everyone is welcome and no one is asked to do more than they are comfortable with.
Practices are held every Wednesday from 7pm-9pm at the fire hall (across from the schoolyard). Everyone is welcome – no previous experience necessary
Come out and join us!
VOLUNTEER MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION FORM
Fire Chief Carrie Chard can be reached at firechief@wells.ca
For more information contact the District of Wells at 250-994-3330

Danny Bell & His Disappointments
2023-02-08 20:00 - 22:00 | The Wells Hotel, 2341 Pooley St., Wells, BC, V0k2R0, Canada
Danny Bell and His Disappointments are headed out on a spring tour around Northern BC, including a stop at the Wells Hotel. Music kicks off at 8 pm. Cover by donation.
More Info:
Danny Bell and His Disappointments play accordion-led folk/country/punk tunes with infections charm. Based in British Columbia on unceded Lhedli T’enneh territory, Danny’s music is regional. It’s steeped in his affection for his home in the hinterland, a blue collar town, the stink of the pulp mill, and everyday life in Northern BC. Bell’s songs toe the line between tragedy and comedy.
www.dannybell.org

Wells-Barkerville School Show Opening
2023-02-09 17:00 - 18:30 | Island Mountain Arts, 2323 Pooley St., Wells, BC, V0k2R0, Canada
The students of the Wells-Barkerville School never cease to amaze with their creativity!
We hope that you’ll come and join us in celebration of the incredible work that these students have put into artistic endeavours over the past little bit!
A huge thank-you to the incredible educators at the Wells-Barkerville School, without whom this exhibit would not be possible!
Light refreshments will be provided!
Island Mountain Arts is grateful to the Community Gaming Fund for their support of our Youth Art Programs. You can check this exhibit out from February 9th to Sunday March 5th (Closed Monday to Wednesday

FILM: Everything Everywhere All At Once
2023-02-09 20:00 - 22:00 | Sunset Theatre, 2357 Pooley St., Wells, BC, v0k2r0, Canada
We don’t usually screen films more than once, but this time we’ll make an exception, because it’s totally bonkers and Oscar™ nominated All At Once.
Join us at the Sunset for this amazing film – nominated for 11 OSCARS including BEST PICTURE.
Date: Thursday, February 9th
Start time: 8PM
Tickets: $10
Running Time: 2 hours & 12 minutes
Rating: R
(Sexual Material|Language|Some Violence)
Genre: Comedy, Adventure, Sci-Fi, Fantasy
Directed by Daniel Kwan and Daniel Scheinert, collectively known as Daniels, the film is a hilarious and big-hearted sci-fi action adventure about a middle-aged Chinese immigrant swept up into an insane adventure in which she alone can save existence by exploring other universes and connecting with the lives she could have led.(Michelle Yeoh).
Everything Everywhere All At Once Trailer:

Caledonia Ramblers Wells Snowshoe Getaway
2023-02-10 - 2023-02-13 | BC
The Caledonia Ramblers will be leading an exciting snowshoe trips in Wells this February. The plan is to leave Prince George on Friday February 10th and return Sunday February 12th. Don’t worry, we will not be camping out in the snow. If you are interested in going (and committed to go) then please contact Peter (peter@interart.ca) so he can maintain a list of who is going and possibly help with finding roommates to share the cost, suggested places to stay, etc. It will be up to you to book your own accommodations.
Currently rooms are available at the Wells Motel (which is highly rated), but they are going fast (remember that Wells is a popular destination for snowmobilers, and accommodations in the area are limited). If you plan on going, then please book your room there now ( 1-800-860-2299 ). Other possible accommodations include the Mountain Thyme Getaway.
It should be a great time with spectacular views of the Rocky Mountains, and fantastic food. Don’t miss your opportunity to snowshoe in one of BC’s prettiest winter wonderlands.
The carpool fee is $30 plus food and lodging
For more information contact Peter at: 250-613-9590

Sherlock Holmes Alone
2023-02-10 19:30 - 20:30 | Sunset Theatre, 2357 Pooley St., Wells, BC, v0k2r0, Canada
On Friday, February 10th @ 7:30PM we are very happy to be hosting Jp Winslow and his play, Sherlock Holmes Alone at The Sunset Theatre in Wells.
This one-night-only performance is a fundraiser for the Wells School Parental Advisory Committee. Tickets are By Donation at the Door.
Explore Wells this Winter!

Live Music Fridays with Sage Gordon
2023-02-10 20:00 - 22:00, 2023-02-17 20:00 - 22:00 | The Wells Hotel, 2341 Pooley St., Wells, BC, V0k2R0, Canada
Kick off the weekend with the talented local guitar and piano player Sage Gordon, every Friday night this winter at the Wells Hotel. No cover charge.

Kid's Freestyle Program
2023-02-11 10:00 - 14:30, 2023-02-18 10:00 - 14:30 | Troll Ski Resort, Barkerville Hwy 27 E., BC, Canada
FREESTYLE SKI PROGRAMS
Ages 9+
10am-2:30pm
$150
Ages 6-8
10am-11:45am
$125
Do your kids want to learn to hit jumps, do basic tricks such as 180s and 360s and become confident taking their skis over rails and sliding boxes?
REQUIREMENTS:
Must be confidently doing parallel turns
Pop in the rental shop to fill out a form!

Women's Terrain Park Afternoon
2023-02-12 13:00 - 15:00 | Troll Ski Resort, Barkerville Hwy 27 E., BC, Canada
DROP IN! This means it’s free for you ladies to come drop in, learn how to hit jumps and ride rails from our very own @dr.kiralewis
We’ll start on the mini terrain park on the Bunny hill and then go from there depending on everyone’s comfort level!
Come hit one jump or two, come and go as it works with your schedule and have a good time with other women trying something new!
No need to register or check-in 🙂

Indigenous Tourism BC Tourism Training
2023-02-13 - 2023-02-14 | Barkerville Historic Town & Park, 14301 Hwy 26 E., Barkerville, BC, V0K2R0, Canada
Indigenous Tourism BC is offering free tourism training for Indigenous people that starts Feb. 13th, and they are holding the course in Barkerville! Contact Mike at mretasket58@gmail.com to learn more! Registration closes February 3rd.

Valentine's Day Community Cookie Swap & Open House
2023-02-14 09:00 - 14:00 | The Wells Hotel, 2341 Pooley St., Wells, BC, V0k2R0, Canada
The Wells Hotel is hosting an open house event on Valentine’s Day to help spread the love. Come by any time between 9 am and 2 pm to enjoy some free coffee, tea, or hot chocolate and cozy chairs by the fire. Bring some baking to share and grab a few treats for yourself. Everyone is welcome.

Five-Alarm Wednesday Fundraiser for the WVFB
2023-02-15 17:00 - 21:00, 2023-02-22 17:00 - 21:00 | The Wells Hotel, 2341 Pooley St., Wells, BC, V0k2R0, Canada
Turn up the heat this winter to raise funds for our local Wells Volunteer Fire Brigade.
How does it work?
Order our house-made chili on Wednesdays and a portion of the proceeds will be donated to the WVFB. How much will be donated? That’s up to you! For every level of heat you order in your chili, $1 will be donated:
1-alarm spice = $1 to the brigade
2-alarm spice = $2 to the brigade
3-alarm spice = $3 to the brigade
4-alarm spice = $4 to the brigade
5-alarm spice = $5 to the brigade
Let’s see how hot this town can get!

Wells Community Vision & Planning Select Committee
2023-02-16 10:30 - 11:30 | BC
Pursuant to section 89 of the Community Charter, the Wells Community Vision & Planning Select Committee would like to invite you to our next open meeting at 10:30am on Thursday, February 16th, 2023. Please find attached the following zoom link, we look forward to seeing you there!
Please note that this is an online, ZOOM only meeting.
Join Zoom Meeting
https://zoom.us/j/92171233852?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 921 7123 3852
Passcode: [REDACTED]
Questions can be sent to the chairs: dirk@wells.ca or jlewis@wells.ca

Island Mountain Beer Launch with Barkerville Brewing
2023-02-17 17:00 - 20:00 | The Wells Hotel, 2341 Pooley St., Wells, BC, V0k2R0, Canada
Barkerville Brewing will be joining us for the launch of its brand-new beer: Island Mountain Dark Mild – an homage to our town! Come try a sample from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm, and be one of the first to buy a round. There will also be Barkerville Brewing Swag door prizes!

After the tasting, there’ll be live music on offer by Sage Gordon and plenty of beer on offer well into the evening hours.

2023 Wells International Gourmet Ski
2023-02-18 10:00 - 17:00 | BC
The Wells International Gourmet Ski is back! Phew! Finally!!
This fun, silly and delicious event continues in 2023. Attendees get to experience a few of the things that make Wells winter wonderful: the skiing, the company, the stunning snowy setting, fresh grooming and deliciously thematic food, produced in our high altitude kitchens!
Ski as much or as little as you like, eat fantastic International cuisine at four food stations along the way, and join us for hot drinks and desserts at the finale. Get dressed up in your most ridiculous costumes (and we mean it) for a chance to win great prizes! Stay in Wells for the evening. In the evening, Dave J will be returning to his post as host of the popular Winter Film Festival, at the Sunset Theatre.

Studio Open House
2023-02-18 15:00 - 19:00, 2023-02-19 10:00 - 14:00 | St. George Studio, 2303 Bowman Cres, Wells, BC, V0K2R0, Canada
Peter is opening the doors to the St. George Studio this weekend. Come and see what he’s been working on!

Barkerville Family Day Event
2023-02-19 10:00 - 14:00 | Barkerville Historic Town & Park, 14301 Hwy 26 E., Barkerville, BC, V0K2R0, Canada
Thanks to the support of the B.C. Government, Barkerville will have its doors open for our B.C. Family Day event on Sunday Feb. 19th from 10AM – 2PM. There will be hot dogs, hot chocolate, kick-sled races, and kids’ crafts at the Welcome Centre. And there is no cost for admission! See you there!

Island Mountain Storytime and Crafter-noon with Jeanie Vant and Jan Smuck!
2023-02-19 13:30 - 15:00 | Island Mountain Arts, 2323 Pooley St., Wells, BC, V0k2R0, Canada
Come join us in the Island Mountain Arts Gallery for a holiday weekend story-time crafter-noon!
Check out work in the Gallery from the students of the Wells-Barkerville School, grab yourself a hot chocolate and a cosy spot in the space! Local artist and early childhood educator Jen Smuck will help you build your very own forest friend sun catcher to take home!
Around 2:00 PM, we’ll read local author Jeanie Vant’s brand new book “Wicked Crow and the Forest Folk”
The Province of British Columbia has provided Island Mountain Arts a grant in support of this free, community Family Day activity.

Families Ride for Free
2023-02-20 - 2023-02-21 | BC
The Wells Snowmobile Club annually celebrates Family Day by waiving the trail pass fee for families. Check-in at the Jack of Clubs General required.
