
What is up and coming at Pope Mountain Arts?
Upcoming Events:
Pope Mountain Arts is excited to be open to full capacity offering a wide range of classes for people of all ages. Here is a look at our programming for the next few months. Some events are still in the early planning stages.

Bards at the Beach
This open-mic event is open to all who would like to recite poetry, prose, or short stories. All are welcome, and pre-registration is not required.


Inspired by Nature Creative Retreat
Join Lauren Aldred for this day of creativity, relaxation and inspiration.


Taking the Stage with Kenny Gallop
Join Kenny Gallop for this entertaining workshop. Participants will learn public speaking fundamentals and have the chance to practice while receiving feedback to increase their confidence and improve their delivery.






Escape Room - Spy Games
What’s an escape room? Well, it’s a game. We don’t lock you in a room, but we will close the door behind you. Once the game begins, your mission is to locate clues hidden around the room. If you solve them all, you win the game. There isn’t a prize, but you do get bragging rights. Pretty cool, hey?
The game can be played solo, or you can have a team of up to five people. It’s up to you. The game is geared for teens/adults - though you are welcome to bring children as long as they are supervised.
To register, please complete the form below.

Land-Based Healing & Wellness Workshop Series (class 6 of 6)
This program runs weekly from April 14th through June 2nd (there will be no classes on April 21st or May 19th).

The Justice Project - with Al Troove
Al Troove is better known around Fort St. James and Nak’azdli as Al Trampuh. Born and raised in Vanderhoof, A.T. studied classical composition in Winnipeg, followed by justice studies in Winnipeg and Ottawa. He’s been back in the area since 2018, playing at the Farmers’ Market and July 1st celebrations, giving music lessons at the Nak’azdli Youth Centre, street playing, and performing at church events. The songwriter developed various brands, including Al Troove Music, which focuses on political and nation-building music; themes of a better society; and instrumentals for both therapeutic well-being and fun.
The Justice Project will be presented through principles, poems, and song, on May 31st at Pope Mountain Arts. Recent international events in 2025 spurred several new songs. The main single in current development is WORLD, available as a demo track on YouTube.
Tickets are not required for this event. Admission is by donation (suggested $20).


WIP-It Wednesdays - work in progress maker space
WIPs (works in progress), UFOs (unfinished objects) - no matter what you call them, this will be an opportunity to work on them. You bring your supplies - we provide the space.
This event is open to ages 15+. Registration is not required - a $5 drop-in fee applies.

Land-Based Healing & Wellness Workshop Series (class 5 of 6)
This program runs weekly from April 14th through June 2nd (there will be no classes on April 21st or May 19th).

WIP-It Wednesdays - work in progress maker space
WIPs (works in progress), UFOs (unfinished objects) - no matter what you call them, this will be an opportunity to work on them. You bring your supplies - we provide the space.
This event is open to ages 15+. Registration is not required - a $5 drop-in fee applies.

Sam and Kayson Holden - An evening of music and song
Sam and Kayson Holden will be “in the house” at 675 Birch Street for an evening of music and song. This is an all-ages show - seating is limited. Admission is by donation.

100 Houses Project - Art Exhibit
Mo Hamilton’s 100 House Project
Artist Statement:
The 100 Houses Project is a compilation of 100 block prints depicting houses in different scenarios. I began this project in 2016 as a means to explore varying concepts of home and to consider the state of our contemporary time. As a whole, the project represents a cross section of human experience, capturing both every-day life and the impact of large-scale events.
Some of my prints are based on relatively familiar circumstances, such as moving from one community to another. Other prints consider the effects of wildfire evacuations, economics, environmental disaster, war, and homelessness. In spite of presenting seemingly negative situations, this body of work also reveals moments of joy and community, inferring positive experiences can prevail even through difficult times.
Within my work the house represents the self and is an expression of identity. For me, home is a refuge – a place where one can be their truest self and find respite from the worlds outward expectations. I believe that we all have a need to experience home in this way, but acknowledge that sometimes events beyond one’s control can disrupt any sense of security they may have. In this way, The 100 Houses Project tells a story of how humans adapt to life’s changes and challenges.

WIP-It Wednesdays - work in progress maker space
WIPs (works in progress), UFOs (unfinished objects) - no matter what you call them, this will be an opportunity to work on them. You bring your supplies - we provide the space.
This event is open to ages 15+. Registration is not required - a $5 drop-in fee applies.

100 Houses Project - Art Exhibit
Mo Hamilton’s 100 House Project
Artist Statement:
The 100 Houses Project is a compilation of 100 block prints depicting houses in different scenarios. I began this project in 2016 as a means to explore varying concepts of home and to consider the state of our contemporary time. As a whole, the project represents a cross section of human experience, capturing both every-day life and the impact of large-scale events.
Some of my prints are based on relatively familiar circumstances, such as moving from one community to another. Other prints consider the effects of wildfire evacuations, economics, environmental disaster, war, and homelessness. In spite of presenting seemingly negative situations, this body of work also reveals moments of joy and community, inferring positive experiences can prevail even through difficult times.
Within my work the house represents the self and is an expression of identity. For me, home is a refuge – a place where one can be their truest self and find respite from the worlds outward expectations. I believe that we all have a need to experience home in this way, but acknowledge that sometimes events beyond one’s control can disrupt any sense of security they may have. In this way, The 100 Houses Project tells a story of how humans adapt to life’s changes and challenges.

Land-Based Healing & Wellness Workshop Series (class 4 of 6)
This program runs weekly from April 14th through June 2nd (there will be no classes on April 21st or May 19th).

Mo Hamilton Artist Talk - 100 Houses Project
Artist Mo Hamilton will be here to talk about her 100 Houses Project, which will be on display at Pope Mountain Arts during the month of May.
Artist Statement:
The 100 Houses Project is a compilation of 100 block prints depicting houses in different scenarios. I began this project in 2016 as a means to explore varying concepts of home and to consider the state of our contemporary time. As a whole, the project represents a cross section of human experience, capturing both every-day life and the impact of large-scale events.
Some of my prints are based on relatively familiar circumstances, such as moving from one community to another. Other prints consider the effects of wildfire evacuations, economics, environmental disaster, war, and homelessness. In spite of presenting seemingly negative situations, this body of work also reveals moments of joy and community, inferring positive experiences can prevail even through difficult times.
Within my work the house represents the self and is an expression of identity. For me, home is a refuge – a place where one can be their truest self and find respite from the worlds outward expectations. I believe that we all have a need to experience home in this way, but acknowledge that sometimes events beyond one’s control can disrupt any sense of security they may have. In this way, The 100 Houses Project tells a story of how humans adapt to life’s changes and challenges.

WIP-It Wednesdays - work in progress maker space
WIPs (works in progress), UFOs (unfinished objects) - no matter what you call them, this will be an opportunity to work on them. You bring your supplies - we provide the space.
This event is open to ages 15+. Registration is not required - a $5 drop-in fee applies.

Upcycled Art Exhibition
This art piece was created by Pat Gauthier and will be included in the exhibit.

Upcycled Art Exhibition
This art piece was created by Pat Gauthier and will be included in the exhibit.

Land-Based Healing & Wellness Workshop Series (class 3 of 6)
This program runs weekly from April 14th through June 2nd (there will be no classes on April 21st or May 19th).


Upcycled Art Exhibition
This art piece was created by Pat Gauthier and will be included in the exhibit.

Upcycled Art Exhibition
This art piece was created by Pat Gauthier and will be included in the exhibit.
Rag Rug Workshop - Part 2 (this is the 2nd part of a two-part workshop)
Turn rags to rugs … Ann will show you how. (credit to Ann Panchenko).

Upcycled Art Exhibition
This art piece was created by Pat Gauthier and will be included in the exhibit.

Upcycled Art Exhibition
This art piece was created by Pat Gauthier and will be included in the exhibit.

Land-Based Healing & Wellness Workshop Series (class 2 of 6)
This program runs weekly from April 14th through June 2nd (there will be no classes on April 21st or May 19th).

Upcycled Art Exhibition - Evening reception
This art piece was created by Pat Gauthier and will be included in the exhibit.

Upcycled Art Exhibition
This art piece was created by Pat Gauthier and will be included in the exhibit.

Upcycled Art Exhibition
This art piece was created by Pat Gauthier and will be included in the exhibit.
Rag Rug Workshop - Part 1
Turn rags to rugs … Ann will show you how. (credit to Ann Panchenko).

Meditation Workshop: Technology for Meditation - Binaural Beats
Mind Focused Meditation: Visualization
Past Events…
“I'm so grateful for what I've learned and the friendships I've fostered through the Pope Mountain Arts Centre.”
— Chelsea Heyer