Programs and Events

Wanna reconnect? Tired of online dating? Nervous to put yourself out there? Join us for this exciting series! With dating apps losing their spark, we're offering a refreshing alternative—an evening of low-pressure connections and inspiring conversations.

Each themed event is hosted by Intimacy Coach and Educator, Tanille Geib and Cora Bilsker, owner of Nested Heart Counselling, who will be your guides through learning activities designed to spark and deepen connection. Whether you're looking for community, activity partners, casual connections, long term partnership or a co-parent, come discover what “slow burn” really means.

Come curious–leave inspired!

Designed for ages 25–55 with Straight and Queer editions open to all experiences.

Wanna reconnect? Tired of online dating? Nervous to put yourself out there? Join us for this exciting new series! With dating apps losing their spark, we're offering a refreshing alternative—an evening of low-pressure connections and inspiring conversations.

Does your artwork feel overworked? Do you struggle to begin at all? Join us for an evening of multimedia exploration, guided by a self-described “recovering perfectionist”. Supported by items from the Royal BC Museum’s handling collection, this workshop invites you to experiment freely as you explore techniques for stepping through hesitation, generating ideas, and transforming “mistakes” into masterpieces. No art experience is required for this hands-on, participatory playshop. Please bring your curiosity—and clothes that can handle a little paint!

Join us for an intimate storytelling experience inside the historic Helmcken House, one of British Columbia's oldest residences. As part of The Story Collection series, this site-specific event invites you to walk through the historic home while storytellers share personal tales inspired by themes of memory, place, and belonging.

A panel conversation on hair, identity and legacy. Hair has always carried meaning. For Black women, it holds memory, resistance, care, grief, creativity, and pride.

The Story of Our Crowns brings together Black women with diverse histories, lived experiences, and expertise to explore the complex and deeply personal relationship we have with our hair.

A Glass Cage Record Release Celebration
Join us for an unforgettable evening as we unveil a lost piece of British Columbia's musical heritage. Includes live listening sessions of the restored recordings and stories from Marcus Pollard and Jason Flower about the discovery and restoration process.