Lectures & Workshops
Learn Pet First Aid
...and Possibly Save Your Pet's Life! with Pet First Aid Instructor Ellis van Schuur, 9am-7pm. $15, cash or cheque prior to course, call 403-238-3841
Fish Creek Environmental Learning Centre
May 25, 2013
The Renewal of Sacred Art: Timeless Principles and Contemporary Challenges with Aiden Hart
7:30pm, stmu.ca/SJB for info
St. Mary's University College
May 30, 2013
Friends of Medicare Annual General Meeting
7-9pm with Sandra Azocar on "Increasing Privatization and Threats to Senior's Healthcare in Alberta." 403-295-8123
Parkdale United Church
May 30, 2013
Finding Your Stillpoint with Robert Harris
June 1 from 10am-noon or 2-4pm, June 2 10am-noon. $63, cranialtherapy.ca. Glamorgan Community Centre
June 1 - 2, 2013
Lessons from Stillness with Robert Harris
1-4pm, $63. cranialtherapy.ca. Glamorgan Community Centre
June 2, 2013
Commander Douglas Campbell on "Operation Nanook"
7:30pm, 403-246-3594 or themilitarymuseums.ca
Military Museums
June 6, 2013
Poverty and Human Rights workshop with Leilani Farha presented by Canada Without Poverty
8am-4pm dealing with The United Nations human rights system, what governments in Canada are obliged to do to ensure the enjoyment of socio-economic rights and how rights can be used on the ground for change locally and nationally.
calgaryhumanrightsworkshop.eventbrite.com
Parkdale United Church
June 6, 2013
TEDxYYC International Speaker Series
featuring John Vaillant, Josh Dueck & Rebecca Northan, with John Kani, David Cramb, Ruben and the Dark, Maurice Strong & Kate McKenzie. Apply to attend at
TEDxYYC.com
Jack Singer Concert Hall
June 14, 2013
Unconference for Social Good 2013: Accelerate!
How can social good happen faster, with higher impact, using slim resources? 9:30am-4pm, $50 or pay-what-you-can (all proceeds to charity).
usgyyc2013.eventbrite.com
Memorial Park Library
June 22, 2013
Tuesday Tours - District Tour of Glenbow Ranch Provincial Park
9am-noon, 403-294-7927 to register
July 9, 2013
Tuesday Tours - District Tour of Brown Lowery Provincial Park
10am-3pm, 403-297-7927 to register
July 16, 2013
Tuesday Tours - Facility Facts and Function, The Sikome Aquatic Facility
7-9pm, 403-294-7927 to register, Sikome Lake Parking Lot
July 23, 2013
Special Events
How to Make A Monster, the Art and Technology of Animatronics
created by John Cox's Creature Workshop. sparkscience.ca
TELUS Spark
February 9 - July 1, 2013
So... just how do you make a monster anyway?
If that question intrigues you, there’s a lot of fun in store for you at Telus Spark with its latest travelling exhibition, How to Make a Monster — The Art and Technology of Animatronics. John Cox ...
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Calgary International Children's Festival 2013
internationally acclaimed shows for all ages, dozen of outdoor activities, calgarykidsfest.ca
May 22 - 25, 2013
Bio-Blitz at St. Patrick's Island
from Friday at dusk until suppertime on Saturday, St. Patrick's Island will become a living science lab, as scientists, students and volunteers identify all species of flora and fauna who make the island their home. Novice naturalists can sign up for guided tours, 403-718-0300
May 24 - 25, 2013
12th Annual Tango and Latin Gala
professional shows include Gabriel Gaumond and Melanie Bergeron, David Erne and Mari Perez, Mambo Pro Vicente & Cristina Munos, Tango Plus Daniel and Vera Calcines and many more. $80-$95 at
dancecalgary.com
Polish Canadian Cultural Centre
May 25, 2013
SGI Calgary Open House
noon - 4:30pm includes the exhibitions of "Seeds of Hope: Visions of Sustainability" and "Children's Art Exhibition" as well as the film "A Path to Dignity: The Power of Human Rights Education." 403-244-3855.1819 - 10 Ave NW
May 25, 2013
You Are Not Alone: Youth Suicide and Self-Harm Awareness Initiative
10am-4pm, Southcentre Community Booth
May 25, 2013
Fashion Flea
bringing together local designers and vintage boutiques, 1-5pm. Waves Coffee, 602-17 Ave SW
May 25, 2013
Run to End Poverty
register in a 5km, 10km, half or full marathon to help eliminate extreme poverty. Register at
calgarymarathon.com
May 26, 2013
4th Street Lilac Festival
10am-6pm, with six stages, over 50 performers, street vendors, Food Truck Lane and more. Located on 4th Street SW between 13th Avenue & Elbow Drive
May 26, 2013
Opera Club - final meeting of the season
7pm, enjoy a potluck while members tell about their great opera memories. Good Companions Hall, 2609 - 19 Ave SW
May 28, 2013
Pathways 2 Sustainability
an interactive biennial conference experience crowdsourced, crowdfunded and crowdhosted by the community for the community. Keynote speakers include Mayor Nenshi, Mayor Mandel, Hunter Lovins, Toby Heaps & Andy Ellis. Showcase presentations, networking events and more, pathways2sustainability.ca
TELUS Spark
May 29 - 31, 2013
Y Calgary Festival presented by Calgary Young People's Theatre
cypt.ca/ycalgary or 403-230-2664 for info and festival schedule
May 30 - June 1, 2013
Community Showcase
Thrive - connecting environmental, social, cultural and economic sustainability in Calgary. 6-9pm, register at pathways2sustainability.ca
TELUS Spark
May 30, 2013
The Garden Variety Show
7:30pm featuring magic, juggling, side show, comedy, music and more with Yeats Wong and Gwyn Auger, Donovan Deschner, The Peter and the Wolf Band, Jeremy Park and more. $12.50 at
gardenvarietyshow.com
Loose Moose Theatre
May 30, 2013
A Creative Affair
showcasing the work of local artists, in addition to an exclusive selection of original works of art by Canadian celebrities, including David Suzuki, George Stroumboulopoulos, Rick Mercer, Linda Garson and more. 7pm, $75-$95,
www.afdr.ab.ca/a-creative-affair
Hotel Arts
May 31, 2013
New Craft Coalition
a Handmade Marketplace featuring a carefully curated collection of Art, Craft & Design, 4-9pm May 31, 10am-6pm June 1. facebook.com/NewCraftCoalition. Rosemont Community Association
May 31 - June 1, 2013
Race for Kids in support of Boys & Girls Clubs of Calgary
teams of four adults will compete in a race to the finish line, raceforkids.ca/calgary for info
June 1, 2013
Flavour in the Village Pop-Up Food Festival
experience a selection of sweet and savoury flavours of Calgary, 11am-5pm Village Ice Cream Cul-de-sac and parking lot, 431 - 10 Ave SE
June 1, 2013
4th Annual Calgary Ukrainian Festival
featuring performers from across Calgary and Alberta, homemade traditional food, market and more. calgaryukrainianfestival.ca
Acadia Recreation Complex
June 1, 2013
4th Annual Calgary Ukrainian Festival
mainstage performances including dance ensembles, vocal artists, Ukrainian foods, marketplace and more. Sat 11am-7pm, Sun 11am-6pm. calgaryukrainianfestival.ca
Acadia Recreation Complex
June 1 - 2, 2013
4th Annual Calgary Ukrainian Festival
featuring performers from across Calgary and Alberta, homemade traditional food, market and more. calgaryukrainianfestival.ca
Acadia Recreation Complex
June 2, 2013
5th Annual Purple Aster Concert & Silent Auction
7pm with The Travelling Mabels, T. Buckley, Marty Antonini & Seventh Heaven, Carolyn Harley & J.R. Shore and the Jury. $30, thepurpleaster5.eventbrite.ca
Festival Hall
June 2, 2013
The Military Museums Open House
historical reenactments and free admission to the museum. themilitarymuseums.ca
Military Museums
June 2, 2013
Mayor's Environment Expo
learn about environmental issues and initiatives through hands-on interactive booths, displays and theatre. calgary.ca/mee
City Hall
June 4 - 6, 2013
11th Annual Book Drive and Sale
in support of Servants Anonymous Society of Calgary. 10am-5pm daily, Outpost tent
Crossroads Market
June 7 - 9, 2013
Pups on the Patio
come and meet some of the available adoptable animals while celebrating National Animal Adoption Month, 1-5pm. $20/$25 at 403-993-7649 or
stephanie@oopsadazy.com
Ranchman's
June 8, 2013
Coronation Street: An Audience with The Croppers
hosted by Claire Martin, 1pm & 7pm, TM. Boyce Theatre
BMO Centre
June 8, 2013
Official Opening of Poppy Plaza
11am-2pm, please bring a non-perishable food item for the Calgary Veterans Food Bank. Formal ceremony begins at 11:30am. Memorial Drive & 10th St NW
June 8, 2013
17th Annual Betty's Run for ALS
alsab.ca
June 9, 2013
Celtic Echoes
$25 at celticechoes.ca or door. Glenmore Christian Academy Theatre
June 9, 2013
Adults Only Night - Gravitational Pull
6-10pm, sparkscience.ca
TELUS Spark
June 13, 2013
8th Annual Calgary Timeraiser
bid your time, not your money, on silent auction items, mix and mingle with friends and representatives from 30 nonprofits. 7pm, timeraiser.ca/calgary
Flames Central
June 13, 2013
Banff National Park Bike Fest
elite racers from across Western Canada compete on courses running through Banff. banfflakelouise.com/events-and-festivals/festivals/bike-fest
June 13 - 16, 2013
11th Annual Book Drive and Sale
in support of Servants Anonymous Society of Calgary. 10am-5pm daily, Outpost tent
Crossroads Market
June 14 - 16, 2013
Make One Change: A Woman's Gathering
in support of the Women's Centre of Calgary, 9:45am-5pm, bringing women together from diverse cultural and economic backgrounds and experiences.
womenscentrecalgary.org for info, register at
http://makeonechange.eventbrite.ca/#. The Women's Centre
June 15, 2013
The Calgary Swing-a-thon
Cancer Fundraiser, hosted by Toe Tappin' Swing. A 24 hour jazz era dance event to raise funds for the Alberta Cancer Foundation, albertacancer.ca/calgaryswingathon2013 for info or to register. Mount Pleasant Community Hall
June 15, 2013
Pineapple 5K Challenge
fundraising obstacle race where teams of 2-10 will race through 15 fun obstacles tha will end with an epic luau party to celebrate - in support of The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society of Canada. $75 to register, 403-263-5300 for info. East Village
June 15, 2013
3rd Annual BBQ and Blues Fundraiser for the Kinsmen Club of Calgary
proceeds from this year's fundraiser going to the Cerebral Palsy Association of Calgary. Music by The Mike Clark Band, BBQ, silent auction and more, kinsmenclubofcalgary.com/content/2013-bbq-and-blues
Acadia Recreation Complex
June 15, 2013
Loops for the Troops Father's Day Run/Walk
to honour those who fight for our freedom, 5k or 10k run/walk. 9am, $35/$20 at Lot B North Glenmore Park. loopsforthetroops.ca for info
June 16, 2013
Wings and Wheels
aircraft and restored vehicles from local car clubs and individuals, family activities and more. 10am-6pm, asmac.ab.ca for info and tix
Aero Space Museum of Calgary
June 16, 2013
8th Annual Shot for Shot for Charity
golf tournament and silent auction,
calgaryselfhelp.com to register. Wintergreen Golf and Country Club
June 19, 2013
Western Chic III
a summer evening of cocktails, entertainment and art in a western-infused event. $20 plus gst at 403-938-3204. Okotoks Art Gallery
June 21, 2013
Greek Fest
entertainment, belly dance lessons, food and more.
calgaryhellenic.com. Calgary Hellenic Society Community Hall
June 21 - 23, 2013
Out of Sight Dyn-O-Mite! Weekend at the Museum in conjunction with M.C. Escher: the Mathemagician
featuring magician Malcolm Russell, '70's inspired arts and crafts for all ages and more.
glenbow.org
Glenbow Museum
June 22 - 23, 2013
Friends For Life Foundation Gala
in support of Cystic Fibrosis Canda and Alberta Children's Hospital Foundation, featuring live music by Shred Kelly, live local fiddlers, DJ, live and silent auction and more.
fflf-calgary.passbeat.com
Double Zero
June 22, 2013
Alberta Rockies Gay Rodeo
argra.org. Strathmore AG Society Grounds
June 28 - 30, 2013
Black Tie & Blue Jeans
an annual fundraiser for Dreams Take Flight Calgary, featuring live music, silent auctoin and more. 6pm, blacktiebluejeans.ca
Hyatt Regency Hotel
July 7, 2013
Adults Only Night - Midway Science
6-10pm, sparkscience.ca
TELUS Spark
July 11, 2013
21st Annual Stampede Breakfast
8am-11am
Kerby Centre
July 12, 2013
Past, Present, and Future Motorcycle Show and Shine
noon - 5pm, $20 per motorcycle, themilitarymuseums.ca/whats-new
Military Museums
July 14, 2013
Zombie Survivor
a 5km fun run through obstacles including a cargo 'v' net, a straw pyramid, climbing walls and more. Runners must avoid attacks by zombies. 10am-4pm, basecamp will feature a family-friendly area, food trucks, sponsor tents and more.$65/runner, $35/zombie, zombiesurvivor.ca. Cochrane AG Society
July 20, 2013
Kensington Sun & Salsa Festival
11am-5pm, sample and judge salsas from many vendors, visitkensington.com/sun-and-salsa
July 21, 2013
Korean War Veterans Parade
10:30-11am, themilitarymuseums.ca/whats-new
Military Museums
July 27, 2013
Mikhail Baryshnikov in Conversation with Ian Brown
banffcentre.ca
Banff Centre
July 27, 2013
Calgary Fringe Festival
local, national and international artists present a multidisciplinary blend of fringe culture throughout Inglewood, calgaryfringe.ca
August 2 - 10, 2013
Inglewood Sunfest
11am-5pm, a kick-off to the Fringe Festival including local vendors, performers and family entertainment on 9th Ave SE.
inglewoodsunfest.com
August 3, 2013
Afrikadey! 2013
celebration of African culture including music, food, dance, theatre, film, literature and visual arts. Performers include Dommon, Soukous Stars, Yondo Sister, Papa Groove & Soul In Rhythm.
afrikadey.com
August 7 - 10, 2013
Dragon Boat Festival
spectator seating, family activities, cultural presentations and more. calgarydragonboat.ca
August 10 - 11, 2013
Marda Gras
10am-5pm, includes sights & sounds of New Orleans, entertainment, flea tables, kids' activities and more.
mardaloopbrz.com
August 11, 2013
Globalfest 2013
annual event featuring Human Rights forum, International firework display and more. globalfest.ca
Elliston Park
August 16 - 25, 2013
Expo Latino 2013
a diverse sampling of food, drink and performances from the city's Hispanic community, including Reggaeton FEst & Latin Music Festival. expolatino.ca
Prince's Island Park
August 23 - 25, 2013
Pride Festival 2013
Pride Parade, Pride Dance and Street Festival, pridecalgary.ca
August 26 - September 2, 2013
Beakerhead
an entertaining and educational display of creativity and technology through interactive works of art.
beakerhead.org
September 11 - 15, 2013