FFWD

The A Train

Swing dancing, 8:30pm beginner drop-in. ToeTappinSwing.com
Every: Friday at Mount Pleasant Community Association

Leukemia and Lymphoma Benefit Concert and Silent Auction with Magnolia Buckskin

7-10:30pm, $15 at door. Varsity Acres Presbyterian Church
September 14, 2012

Ron Klusmeier's Tour of a Lifetime

concert at 7:30pm, $20/$5. Two workshops, 2-5pm "The Music of Ron Klusmeier" led by the composer and "Projection and Technology" with Christina Bogucki, $30 per person for workshops. 403-283-5306 or arnottmw@gmail.com for tickets
St. David's United Church September 15, 2012

The Famous 5 Foundation Youth Awards

12:30-2pm - a chance to recognize youth for their contributions to the community, with Mayor Naheed Nenshi in attendance to pay tribute to the award recipients. famous5.ca
Memorial Park Library September 15, 2012

Fabulous in the Fall Market

11am-4pm with local vendors offering commercial & handmade goods
Westgate Community Hall September 15, 2012

P.I.Y.: Print It Yourself! Festival

10am-4pm, the open studio event provides members of the public the opportunity to learn various printmaking techniques and create original artworks. albertaprintmakers.ca
Artist Proof Gallery September 15, 2012

Calgary Pinball and Arcade Show

pincadeshow.com
Acadia Recreation Complex September 15 - 16, 2012

Life Without Limits challenge

walk, run or wheel in support of the Cerebral Palsy Association, 9am-12 noon in the Glennfield Area of Fish Creek Park. $40/$25, lifewithoutlimits.ca for info
September 15, 2012

Tuscany Harvest Festival

11am-3pm, family fun & activities including races, games, crafts, music and more. Please bring donations for the Calgary Food Bank. Tuscany Community Garden, Tuscany Hill & Tuscany Meadows Dr NW
September 15, 2012

The Wave of the Future

opening of SAIT's Trades and Technology Complex, noon-8:30pm. Tours, Show & Shine, Art Lounge, School showcases and more
SAIT September 15, 2012

12th Annual Feast of Fields

an afternoon of grazing, sipping and conviviality with over 20 restaurants, 20 producers, 10 beverage purveyors and music by The Polyjesters. 1-4pm, $25-$85 at 403-265-6066
Rouge September 16, 2012

Sharing Our Culture - a Treaty 7 PowWow

Blood Tribe, Piikani, Siksika, Stoney Nakoda & Tsuu T'ina Nations, 10:30am-4pm. Opening prayr, Grand Entry, Intertribal Dance, Dance competitions and more
Heritage Park September 16, 2012

Fabulous in the Fall Market

11am-4pm with local vendors offering commercial & handmade goods. Marlborough Park Community Centre
September 16, 2012

P.I.Y.: Print It Yourself! Festival

10am-4pm, the open studio event provides members of the public the opportunity to learn various printmaking techniques and create original artworks. albertaprintmakers.ca
Artist Proof Gallery September 16, 2012

Indy Bike Challenge 2012

gather an indy bike team of 8 and raise money for the Canadian Liver Foundation. indybike.ca. Velodrome Oval, Glenmore Athletic Park
September 16, 2012

Red & White Calgary Comic & Toy Expo

10am-4pm, featuring Scott Kowalchuk, Tyler Jenkins, Johnny Luu, Travis Sengaus and extra special guest Tom Bagley. comicandtoy.ca
Red & White Club September 16, 2012

Strive for Thrive fun run/walk

rising funds for the volunteer-run Thrive Centre at the U of C. $15 entry fee, register at 403-210-8482 or StrideForThrive@ucalgary.ca
September 16, 2012

Calgary Digital Artists

5pm
Cafe Koi September 17, 2012

A Movie in the Mountains - Blast from the Past Drive-In Event

arrive earlier than 8pm for free admission. $10/vehicle & $4/person. Bragg Creek Shopping Centre, 7 Balsam Ave
September 19, 2012

YWCA Walk a Mile in Her Shoes fundraising event

registered participants walk two laps around Olympic Plaza over the lunch hour to help the YWCA. walkamile.ca
Olympic Plaza September 20, 2012

Bow Habitat Station's Discovery Centre Interactive Info Evenings

5-8pm, free admission, family-friendly. 403-297-6561
September 20, 2012

8th Annual Hot Dog Eating Contest with MC Chad Saunders

7:30pm
Tubby Dog September 20, 2012

Live DJ, Alberta Children's Hospital fundraiser

6-9pm, Calvin Klein at CrossIron Mills
September 20, 2012

Minute of Silence - Moment of Peace

presented by the World Peace Initiative, 10am-2pm
Olympic Plaza September 21, 2012

Taste & See - Fire Exit Theatre's Season Launch Celebration

6:30pm, $30 at 403-640-5502
Westside King's Church September 21, 2012

Calgary Police Service Community Information Fair

10am-2pm, get an inside look at the Calgary Police Service and partner agencies through activities and information including interactive booths, displays, demos and entertainment. Admission free, please bring a non-perishable food item for the Veterans Food Bank
Mewata Armoury September 22, 2012

La Soirée presented by La Caravan Dance Threatre

live dance performances, auction and food by prominent local chefs. lacaravan.com for location and details
September 22, 2012

Cliff Bungalow Community Picnic

11am-7pm with music by Freak Motif, Raleigh, Luke Thomson & the Howl, Robbie Banks, Ryan Lyster & Bleachers. Food trucks, education on healthy homes and garden greenification and more. landlocked.ca
Cliff Bungalow Community Association September 22, 2012

There's No Place Like Home - Animal Rescue Adoption Fair

10am-4pm, NW corner of Southcentre Mall parking lot. 403-305-4546 for info
September 22, 2012

Calgary Basset Waddle

an event to raise funds for Calgary Basset Rescue. Dog agility events, canine themed marketeplace, friendly auction and more. 11am-4pm, Springbank Pet Resort (east of Calaway Park). bassetrescuecalgary.com/waddle
September 22, 2012

Toopy & Binoo

1:00, 4:00 & 7:00pm, TM
Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium September 22, 2012

24th Annual Shindig

5pm with wild-west rodeo, wild west gunfight, silent and live auction and more. 403-268-8509
Heritage Park September 22, 2012

Maritime Kitchen Party - Inaugural Fundraiser

in support of Lunchbox Theatre. 7:30pm featuring The Publicans, Maritime food, dancing and more. 403-265-4292
Hillhurst Sunnyside Community Centre September 22, 2012

Equinox in Union Cemetery - A Vigil

introducing Calgarians to ways of remembering our deceased loved ones and gather together to pay respects. Featuring musical performances by Foon Yap, Simon Fisk, Mark DeJong, with musical director Kenna Burima. 6:30-9:30pm, Union Cemetery
None September 22, 2012

“This is not like a normal installation in a public space. This is not like a gallery setting, obviously, but it’s also not like doing it in Olympic Plaza or any other public space,” says Sharon Stevens of the artist-led vigil in Union Cemetery ...

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First Annual Calgary Horror-Con

11am-6pm, horror-con.ca. Wyckham House
Mount Royal University September 22 - 23, 2012

Have you ever heard about the curse of the Poltergeist trilogy?

As the rumour goes, the child actors from the movie series died after the films were made. It’s partially true. All but one from the original cast tragically passed away after the movies ...

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Find It: Pop-ups in Inglewood & Ramsay

music, art, food, culture featuring film by Andrea Mann, ceramics by Andrew Tarrant, comics by Sam Hester, kids' table, printmaking by Heather Stump, painting by Matthew Page, children's lawn and more. 11am-5pm, for directions and details go to finditcalgary.ca
September 22, 2012

Stride Gallery catalogue launch

2-4pm, Village Ice Cream. stride.ab.ca
September 22, 2012

2012 AIDS Walk for Life

aidscalgary.org for info & to register
September 23, 2012

Rock the House Run presented by Apache

Calgary's only run with rockin' entertainment along the route. 10k or 5k run, 5k walk or 1k McDonald's Go Active Walk which all start and finish at Market Mall. rmhsouthernalberta.org/rockthehouse to register
September 23, 2012

Calgary Peace Run

8:30am Zumba warm-up, 9am race start. 5k and 10k timed walk or run, calgarypeacerun.ca
Eau Claire Market September 23, 2012

3rd Annual Food For Thought

12-4pm, a harvest celebration bringing together all of the participants in a sustainable local food system for sampling, live music, learning and conversation - $25/$30 at door. reapcalgary.com. Simmons Building, East Village SE
September 23, 2012

Rock n' Roll River Cleanup

11-6pm along the Elbow River. Bands to follow from 6pm-1am featuring Ghostkeeper, The Soft Option, Pine Tarts, Thunder Equals Lava, The Fabulous Quickies, The Winters, Auntie May and the Death Ray, The Slabs & Yearling. $10 for non-participants. 403-828-5800 for info on how to become involved
The Area September 23, 2012

"Yappy Hour" fundraiser for Oops-a-Dazy Rescue and Sanctuary Society

proceeds go to Oops-a-Dazy's vet bills. 6-9pm, silent auction and more. $25 at 403-993-7649 or stephanieoopsadazyemail@yahoo.ca
Kilkenny Irish Pub September 25, 2012

Argentine Tango Professional Series: Alejandro Ziegler Cuerteto

concerts, stage show, Tango Gala and more. EpicureanTangoSociety.blogspot.com for schedule & details
September 25 - 30, 2012

Ex-Treme Makeovers: Breakup Edition

6-10pm, Interactive presentations to help newly-single participants learn to refresh and renew from the inside out with presenters Dr. Rachel Martin, Dr. Corrina Iampen, Alli Cullen, Bassem Jawhari, Julie HOdge, Jackie Hickson, Mark Laurie & Heather Compton. $35 at calgarycounselling.com. Ramada Hotel downtown
September 26, 2012

Particle + Wave - A Festival of Media Arts

including The Family Meeting by Wednesday Lupypciw, Prairie Tales 14, opening receptions, Bring Your Own Beamer, Island Night by Bogdan Cheta, Polar Shift by Matt McKinney and more. emmedia.ca
EMMEDIA Gallery & Production Society September 27 - 29, 2012

If you’re a culture-lover (or even a fly-by-nighter), you’ve probably seen media arts before. In fact, in Calgary, you’ve probably seen it produced or supported by Emmedia, a local electronic media arts centre that offers production facilities to artists. Emmedia has been ...

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Bow Habitat Station's Discovery Centre Interactive Info Evenings

5-8pm, free admission, family-friendly. 403-297-6561
September 27, 2012

The Olympic Oval Gala

7pm, oval.ucalgary.ca/gala
Canada Olympic Park September 27, 2012

Big Talk Under the Big Top - 2012 Calgary Slam Team Fundraiser

7pm hosted by Jen Kunlire & Sheri-D Wilson, along with instrumentals by Vi An Diep + Matt, tarot with Jen Silverhorse, henna with Pooja Lopriore, contortionist Andre Prefontaine & hoola hoop with Erin Dingle. $10
Auburn Saloon September 27, 2012

Alberta Culture Days at King Edward School

interactive event celebrating the legacy and the future of the school, cSPACEProjects.com
September 28 - 30, 2012

Vet-U-Can

open-house style event where the UCVM will present various displays and activities to showcase the school. 10am-4pm, 11877 - 85 St NW
September 29 - 30, 2012

10th Annual Artist Home + Studio Tour

11am-5pm, $40/$50 at moca.eventbrite.ca
September 29, 2012

Talisman Centre - Free Open House

6am-10pm, take part in tons of activities and events throughout the facility. talismancentre.com
Talisman Centre September 29, 2012

Doors Open YYC - DO YYC Naked

experience Calgary dance, music and theatre from the stage, not the seats, go behind the scenes in high-profile venues and have access to private archives and collections. 35 sites participating, doorsopenyyc.org for info
None September 29 - 30, 2012

Closed doors have never interfered with Cynthia Klaassen’s innate curiosity. Accompanying her opera singer parents to rehearsals growing up in Hamilton, she and her sister amused themselves exploring every nook and cranny of the various concert halls.

“We’d often go running around backstage ...

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Battle of the Badges - Calgary Firefighters vs. Edmonton Faded Blues Cops featuring the Hanson Brothers

and referee Kerry Fraser, 6pm. $20, battleofthebadges.com
Max Bell Arena September 29, 2012

10th EcoLiving Fair

9am-5pm featuring family-friendly activities including solar workshops, recycled materials art project, sustainabl home info and more. ecolivingevents.ca. Heart Building
SAIT September 29, 2012

La Nostalgia Remix: Solid Gold

7pm, free admission
EPCOR CENTRE for the Performing Arts September 29, 2012

Top THAT Hat - an evening of fun, fashion and philanthropy

fundraiser supporting Empowering Minds, 7pm. Red carpet, live entertainment, auction and more. topthathat2012.com
TELUS Spark September 29, 2012

Argentine Tango Gala

tango gala show with live orchestra, dinner and more. Tickets at 403-263-0079
Danish Canadian Club September 29, 2012

2012 Men's Expo

Sat 12-9pm, Sun 11am-6pm. Featuring wrestler Angeline Love, Dan the Beast Severn and more
Big Four Building September 29, 2012

Samaritan Club of Calgary: Super Garage Sale

collectables, books, art, linens, toys, furniture, clothing and more, 9am-1pm
Hillhurst Sunnyside Community Centre September 29, 2012

Movie Under The Stars

including blueberry pie eating contest, three-legged/sack races, horse-drawn wagon rides, pony rides, jumping bunnies and more. Events at 5:30pm, movie at sundown. Millarville Race Track
September 29, 2012

Sweet City Lip Dub

come down to participate in a live taping of a music video featuring our Cultural Capital theme song "Sweet City Woman." 10am-4pm
Olympic Plaza September 29, 2012

Alberta 55 Plus Winter Games Volunteer Rally!

11am in front of the Canadian Sports Hall of Fame, register by calling 403-202-6324
Canada Olympic Park September 29, 2012

Open Sukkah

in celebration of Sukkot. Find out about the ancient roots of this agricultural holiday and enjoy the hospitality of this Jewish festival. Sun noon-5pm, Thur 2-7pm. jshapiro@jewishcalgary.org for info. Calgary JCC, 1607-90 Ave SW
September 30, 2012

Connect With the Past, Create the Future community event

2-5pm, Saint Vladimir's Cultuarl Centre, 404 Meredith Rd NE
September 30, 2012

2012 Men's Expo

Sat 12-9pm, Sun 11am-6pm. Featuring wrestler Angeline Love, Dan the Beast Severn and more
Big Four Building September 30, 2012

Tubby Dog's 7th Birthday

7:30pm
Tubby Dog September 30, 2012

Youth Employment Centre Online Hiring Blitz

24hrs/day, 7 days/week. An excellent opportunity for youth to view job postings from a variety of employers who are hiring for full-time, part-time and seasonal opportunities. nextsteps.org
October 1 - 8, 2012

Hillhurst-Sunnyside Farmers' Market hosts a Harvest Fair

3-7pm with friendly competitions, food and music
Hillhurst Sunnyside Community Centre October 3, 2012

ProArts@Noon - Soulocentric Festival participants

12-1pm
Cathedral Church of the Redeemer October 3, 2012

Soulocentric Festival 2012

$20/$15 with free kick-off concert Oct 3 at 12:10 pm, Cathedral Church of the Redeemer, soulocentric.org
Vertigo Theatre October 3 - 6, 2012

Judith Mendelsohn, Soulocentric curator, says this city is “exceptional” for its festivals. “Calgary is a festival town,” echoes Nicole Mion, artistic director of the Fluid Movement Arts Festival.

It is precisely this local festival “vibe” that prompted the creation of both Soulocentric and Fluid, two ...

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Open Sukkah

in celebration of Sukkot. Find out about the ancient roots of this agricultural holiday and enjoy the hospitality of this Jewish festival. Sun noon-5pm, Thur 2-7pm. jshapiro@jewishcalgary.org for info. Calgary JCC, 1607-90 Ave SW
October 4, 2012

Astronomy Night - Legends of the Fall

7-9pm, sparkscience.ca
TELUS Spark October 4, 2012

First Thursdays

5-9pm for live music, exhibition openings, art demos, tours and more. www.firstthursdays.ca
Olympic Plaza October 4, 2012

Calgary Firefighters launch 2013 Hotsuff Calendar

raising funds for the Calgary Burn Treatment Centre
Roadhouse October 4, 2012

Feast on Good Dinner/Social Innovation Conference

a platform for cross-industry networking, innovation and building momentum towards making the world a better place. $125, feastyyc.eventbrite.com
Westin Hotel October 5, 2012

Screamfest '12

7pm-midnight, screamfest.ca
Stampede Park October 5 - 31, 2012

Masked

House show style - art indoors and live music outdoors with Urgent Cool, Georgia Sound, LIsette Xavier, Thomas Beckman. 7pm-midnight, admission by cash donation. 1940 33 Ave SW
October 5, 2012

My Little Pony with Chuck the Dump Truck and Dohdoh

11am & 2pm, Cross Iron Mills
October 6, 2012

My Little Pony with Chuck the Dump Truck and Dohdoh

11am & 2pm, Cross Iron Mills
October 7, 2012

Uptown 17 Fashion and Food

fashion show featuring clothing from Dick and Jane's men's and women's wear, 8pm
Ship & Anchor Pub October 7, 2012

Annual Canadian Women's Foundation Calgary breakfast

7-9am, $125 at canadianwomen.org
Hyatt Regency Hotel October 9, 2012

Verdi's Backstage Birthday Bash

learn how sets and props are constructed, how a wardrobe mistress costumes a singer, see sneak peeks and more. 7-9pm, reserve your free ticket at 403-262-7286 or calgaryopera.com
Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium October 10 - 12, 2012

Fear & Risk - Adults Only Night

6-10pm, sparkscience.ca
TELUS Spark October 11, 2012

Baking and Pastry Arts Autumn Bake Sale

11am-4pm, John Ware Building, SAIT Marketplace
SAIT October 11, 2012

An introduction to Cohousing

learn about a new community focused project being built in Calgary, 7pm. email info@dragonflycohousing.ca for info. MEC Community Room
October 11, 2012

Alberta Bound Tattoo & Arts Festival

featuring Megan Massacre, Masuimi Max & Dan Smith. albertatattoos.com
BMO Centre October 12 - 14, 2012

“Run… RABBI Run?”

It’s sometime in the ’90s. And everybody — or at least every other everybody — has a tattoo these days, it seems.

Here at the 17th Avenue offices of a fledgling alt-weekly called Fast Forward Weekly, an editor squints with mock-incredulity at a ...

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The Calgary Baby & Tot Show

$12, Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 11am-5pm. calgarybabyshow.ca
BMO Centre October 13 - 14, 2012

Scarboro Reaches Out

11:30am-2pm Artistan & Bakers' Fair, 2-4pm Speakers Hall with Louise Gallagher, Kate McKenzie & Chris Turner, 7pm Doors Open with a performance by rEvolve. scarborounited.org for info & tickets
Scarboro United Church October 13, 2012

Fabulous in the Fall Market

11am-4pm
Canyon Meadows Community Centre October 13, 2012

9th Annual Pumpkin Fest

11am-3pm, Blue Grass Garden Centre
October 13, 2012

Public Roundtable on Calgary's Arts Plan

1-3pm with Peter MacLeod, Terry Rock & several citizens' reference panelists. Calgary Water Centre, 25 Ave & Spiller Rd SE
October 13, 2012

CPO Dine & Dash to support musical programming for kids

join race marshals Karen Gosbee, Paula Davies & Sarah Geddes at the start line. cpo-live.com
Jack Singer Concert Hall October 13, 2012

A Brush With Death

a comedic but macabre look at the dark side of illusion, 7:30pm. $20 at BrushWithDeath.ca
John Dutton Theatre October 14, 2012

Winterizing the Home presented by Green Calgary Sustainability Series

7-9pm, learn how to install window film, weather stripping for doors, a programmable thermostat, door sweep, energy monitor and more. RSVP by Oct 14 to greencalgary.org or 403-230-1443. Crowfoot RONA
October 16, 2012

Person 2 Person event presented by The Famous 5 Foundation and ProCura

honouring women from the past, present and future in Calgary who inspire and connect to become leaders in their communities. Keynote speaker is Annette Stanwick. 5:30-8:30pm, $50 at famous5.ca
Art Gallery of Calgary October 17, 2012

The Famous 5: Women are Persons

a fun and informative event at noon which includes Sheri-D Wilson with Lin Elder performing, St. Sebastian School grade four children's choir, Nancy Millar, Joni Delaurier and Carolyn Harley also performing. Famous 5 Monument
Olympic Plaza October 18, 2012

Annual "Heritage Weekend" with Freddie McCall Jr. and Shirlee Matheson

7pm
Calgary Public Library - Central Branch October 19, 2012

Saint Francis High School 50th Anniversary - Celebrating Our Legacy

open to all Saint Francis alumni, open house from 6-8pm with live music and more from 8pm-midnight. $20, 403-500-2026 for details
October 19, 2012

An Evening with Wayne Lee

in support of the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation, $42 at brownpapertickets.com
Hotel Blackfoot October 19, 2012

Annual "Heritage Weekend" with Brian Brennan, Hugh Dempsey, Harry Sanders, Nancy Townshend & Stephanie White

day-long, calgarypubliclibrary.com
Calgary Public Library - Central Branch October 20, 2012

Fabulous in the Fall Market

11am-4pm
Thorncliffe Greenview Community Association October 20, 2012

Runway Monthly 2012 Closing Event

fashion show at 8:30pm, $30/$20/$15, runwaymonthly.zoobis.com
Exchange Social Club October 20, 2012

Market Collective

DJs spinning music all weekend, facebook.com/marketcollective for info
Old Ant Hill Bldg October 20, 2012

Rock 'N' Fossil Road Show

scientists from the Geological Survey of Canada will answer your questions about rocks, minerals and fossils 11am-3pm. Saddletown Public Library
October 20, 2012

Wine & Words in support of the Dave Greber Freelance Writers Awards

7-9pm, $25 at 403-287-3833. Britannia Wine Merchants
October 20, 2012

2012 Pastry Chef Showcase

1-4pm, $50 at pastryshowcase.ca
The Ranchmen's Club October 21, 2012

Market Collective

DJs spinning music all weekend, facebook.com/marketcollective for info
Old Ant Hill Bldg October 21, 2012

Pastry Chef Showcase 2012

1-4pm, $50. Deserts, artisan food & drink, silent auction and more. pastryshowcase.ca
The Ranchmen's Club October 21, 2012

Desi Shopping Fair

South Asian home based businesses and more. 3-8pm, $2
Strathcona Community Centre October 21, 2012

Winterizing the Home presented by Green Calgary Sustainability Series

7-9pm, learn how to install window film, weather stripping for doors, a programmable thermostat, door sweep, energy monitor and more. RSVP by Oct 14 to greencalgary.org or 403-230-1443. Crowfoot RONA
October 23, 2012

Calgary Association of Freelance Editors Fall Fling

7-10pm, $15/$20 non-members. rsvp at calgaryeditors.com
Commonwealth Bar & Stage October 23, 2012

Calgary Board of Education 2012 Distinguished Alumni Awards

with George Gosbee, Quincy Smith, Paul Brandt (via video). 6pm, 403-817-7468
Hotel Arts October 24, 2012

The Booby Ball - in support of Rethink Breast Cancer

Come Pret-a-Campe, bring out your camp-glam for a night of flaming bonfires, boondoggle booty, Sadie Hawkins dances, wiener-eting contests and more. 6:30-11pm, boobyball.com/calgary/party.php
Devonian Gardens October 25, 2012

The Garden Variety Show hosted by James Jordan & Ryan Pilling

7:30pm, $10/$12.50 at door (cash only)
Loose Moose Theatre October 25, 2012

5th Annual Tooth Fairy Children's Foundation Fundraising Gala

silent auction, networking and more with Emcee Darrel Janz, speakers Alvin Law, Toothena the Tooth Fairy & music by Sopie Sarafino. 6:30-11pm, $89 at toothfairykids.org
Westin Hotel October 25, 2012

Ghouls' Night Out

Tinkerman's Toy Shop of Horrors, CArnivale, Mad Hatter, Potions Dungeon and more. 6-9pm, $10/$6 plus gst. heritagepark.ca
Heritage Park October 25 - 28, 2012

Calgary Sexual Health Centre's Revolutionary Retrospective, 40th Anniversary Gala

with auction of hand-painted woodies (wooden demo tools) by Canadian celebrities including Sue Johanson, Jon Montgomery & Rick Mercer. revolutionaryretrospective.eventbrite.com
Belgo October 25, 2012

A Celebration: The Wiggles! Live in Concert

$50-$83 plus s/c at TM
Stampede Corral October 26, 2012

Mount Royal University's Open House

10am-4pm, mtroyal.ca/academicsupport/resourceservices/open house. Roderick Mah Centre for Continuous Learning
Mount Royal University October 27, 2012

Grave Gala presented by Calgary Opera

Viva Verdi! is this year's theme. calgaryopera.com
Hotel Arts October 27, 2012

The Calgary Police Service Women in Policing Conference

8am-5pm featuring group discussions, career showcases, physical and mental training. Free admission, calgarypolice.ca/recruiting for info or to register
MacEwan Hall October 27, 2012

Fabulous in the Fall Market

11am-4pm, Abbeydale Community Centre
October 27, 2012

Monster Mash-Up

free with admission/membership. sparkscience.ca/MonsterMashUp
TELUS Spark October 27, 2012

Behind the Masque - charity event for Kidsport

7:30pm, live music by the Spectrum Chamber Ensemble, formal dress code. belgo.ca for tickets
Belgo October 27, 2012

Green Fools Halloween Howl

performances by The Plaid Tongued Devils, Eve Hell and the Razors, DJ dance party, costume contest and more. $35/$40 at door. greenfools.com
Royal Canadian Legion #1 October 27, 2012

Dinosaurs in Science Fiction with Cory Gross

7:30-11pm, $10 at rao@phas.ucalgary.ca
Rothney Astrophysical Observatory October 27, 2012

Mount Royal University Open House

10am-4pm, Roderick Mah Centre for Continuous Learning. mtroyal.ca/openhouse
Mount Royal University October 27, 2012

Zombie "Thriller" Flash Mob

come participate (or just watch) as hundreds of Calgarians in elaborate zombie costumes sync up with cities around the globe to set a new world record, all doing the Michael Jackson "Thriller" dance at exactly the same second. ThrillCalgary.com for info
Eau Claire Market October 27, 2012

Shopping for Wishes Trade Fair fundraiser for Make-A-Wish Southern Alberta

holiday shopping fair from 10am-3pm, $2 admission. Edgemont Community Centre
October 27, 2012

Green Calgary Fall Festival Fundraiser: Celebrating Local Living and Giving

7pm-midnight, silent auction, music by T. Buckley, Drei Docs, Jocelyn Alice & Lisa Jacobs, DJs, local organic nosh & more. $25/$35 at door, $15 members or online at greencalgaryfallfundraiser2012.eventbite.com/
Hillhurst Sunnyside Community Centre October 27, 2012

3rd Annual Hallowe'en Argentine Tango Milonga

8pm-1am, $20/$25 at 403-540-2525. Ghoulish dress or tango chic. Scarboro Hall
October 27, 2012

Maharashtra Seva Samiti Organization luncheon presentation with Dr. Chandrakant Sankurathri

11:30am, $20 includes vegetarian lunch, 587-899-2725 for info. Calgary Indo-Canadian Centre
October 28, 2012

Monster Mash-Up

free with admission/membership. sparkscience.ca/MonsterMashUp
TELUS Spark October 28, 2012

Dr. Maya Angelou

3pm, $38-$90 at uniquelives.com
Jack Singer Concert Hall October 28, 2012

20th Annual Dance Class Marathon

9am-7pm, decidedlyjazz.com/move/adult-dance/workshops for info & pledge form
Decidedly Jazz Danceworks October 28, 2012

U of C Dept of Art Annual Print Sale

11am-1pm. 6th Flr Art Parkade
University of Calgary October 29 - 31, 2012

Ghosts and Gourmet

6pm, $64.95 plus gst, 403-268-8500. heritagepark.ca
Heritage Park October 30, 2012

Zombie Survival Training 2012

helping people prepare to survive the inevitable Zombie Apocalypse, 7pm. 403-244-0159 for tickets. LaserQuest
October 30, 2012

Ghosts and Gourmet

6pm, $64.95 plus gst, 403-268-8500. heritagepark.ca
Heritage Park October 31, 2012

MTT + SLB Halloween Bash

live band, costume contest, pumpkin carving and more - AA. 7-9pm
Shelf Life Books October 31, 2012

First Thursdays

5-9pm for live music, exhibition openings, art demos, tours and more. www.firstthursdays.ca
Olympic Plaza November 1, 2012

"Break the Silence" to kick off Family Violence Prevention Month

with police chief Rick Hanson, W. Brett Wilson speaking out against family violence. 11:15-11:50am, endviolence.ca/home/. Bankers Hall
November 1, 2012

Astronomy Night: The Outer Planets

6-9pm, sparkscience.ca/events
TELUS Spark November 1, 2012

Greek Ladies Philoptochos Society Annual Bazaar

Fri 11am-8pm, Sat 9:30am-7pm with traditional food, deserts and more. St. Demetrios Community Hall
November 2 - 3, 2012

The Airdrie Christmas Show

Fri 1-8pm, Sat 9am-5pm. airdriefarmersmarket.com. The Town and Country Centre
November 2 - 3, 2012

Day of the Dead Celebration with music by Los Compadres

and Mexican food truck, 4-8pm
Museum of Contemporary Art Calgary November 2, 2012

2nd Annual Al Capone Charade

an evening of jazz, dancing and people up to no good with live music by the Calgary Jazz Orchestra. toetappinswing.com
Royal Canadian Legion #1 November 3, 2012

Servants Anonymous 7th Annual Holiday Fair

10am-4pm with all money raised going to the SAS Scholarship Fund. $2, servantsanon.com
Venue 1008 November 3, 2012

28th Annual Holiday Peace Fair

9:30am-4pm featuring 30 vendors who work for peace, social justice and environment. $3
St. David's United Church November 3, 2012

Healthy Calgary Spooky Pesticide Roundup

drop off your toxic chemicals at the following fire stations: Vista Heights, Varsity, Garrison Green, Midnapore, Country Hills and East Calgary, Shepard & Spyhill landfills. healthycalgary.ca
November 3, 2012

Calgary Snow Show

featuring the film Hurt So Good Sat at 4pm and Sun at 3pm. calgarysnowshow.com for complete schedule and details
Spruce Meadows November 3, 2012

2nd Annual Log Drivers Waltz Gala

7pm-midnight. Family-friendly event featuring GIANT retro-animations on the side of the Jubilee, fire-pits, hot chocolate, animation workshops, DJs, honky-tonk bands, food trucks and more. giraffest.ca
Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium November 4, 2012

North Mount Pleasant Pottery Studio Christmas Sale

10am-4pm
Triwood Community Centre November 4, 2012

Traffic Jam - an event to bring awareness to Human Trafficking

with speaker Trisha Baptie and music by Chris Gheran. 6:30pm
The Rhino Smokehouse November 4, 2012

Calgary Snow Show

featuring the film Hurt So Good Sat at 4pm and Sun at 3pm. calgarysnowshow.com for complete schedule and details
Spruce Meadows November 4, 2012

Palestinian Night presented by SPHR

6-9pm. Admission by donaton, includes a documentary on Palestinian culture, Palestinian dabke, poetry and more. alao_2@hotmail.com for info
MacEwan Hall November 6, 2012

Democrats Abroad Election Night Watch Party

begins at 5pm, watch American election night results at Democrats Abroad's Election Night HQ, all welcome. Info at democratsabroadcalgary@hotmail.com
Kilkenny Irish Pub November 6, 2012

Hillhurst Sunnyside Winter Farmers' Market

4-7pm
Hillhurst Sunnyside Community Centre November 7, 2012

Bob Edwards Award Gala

honouring Mary Walsh. Pre-dinner reception 6pm. goodread.ca or 403-592-3579 for tickets and info
Fairmont Palliser Hotel November 8, 2012

Depending on what kind of mood he was in and whether he was trying to dry out, Bob Edwards would have loved the award named after him. It goes to troublemakers of the highest order (and in the best way) and features not only an ...

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Taboo... the naughty but nice sex show

tabooshow.com
Big Four Building November 8 - 11, 2012

It’s not every day the centre of a celebrity scandal comes to town, but sex shows have a way of bringing all kinds of people together.

The 12th annual Taboo sex show is this weekend, and the 20,000 Calgarians expected to pass through ...

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Circo Aereo

7:30pm, $20/$10/family of four $40. banffcentre.ca
Eric Harvie Theatre November 9, 2012

Perfect Uncle 2

Poetry reading Nov 9, 7-11pm and Comedy night Nov 10, 7-10pm. Featuring Palmer Olsen, Shawn Mankowske, Ryan McLure, Scott and Ryan Statz. 403-262-7911
Untitled Art Society November 9 - 10, 2012

Made By Momma Fundraiser

to help support women and their children going through a time of crisis. 6:30-10:30pm, silent auction & raffle. $25 at 403-969-0401 or madebymomma.org
Kilkenny Irish Pub November 10, 2012

The Garter Girls Burly-Q Revue

9pm, $25 in advance at gartergirls.brownpapertickets.com and Blame Betty, $30 at door
Arrata Opera Centre November 10, 2012

Battle City Finals: Clash of the Five Points

2012 Calgary Breaking Championship, 1-5pm
Eau Claire Market November 10, 2012

10th Annual Artisan's Fair

11:30am-5pm, with visit from Santa from 2-4pm. fortcalgary.com
Fort Calgary November 11, 2012

Startup Calgary 3rd Annual Launch Party

showcasing technology startups from the Calgary area. $25 plus gst/$40 plus gst at startupcalgary.ca
November 14, 2012

Cesar Millan "Trust Your Instincts" Tour

$25-$129 plus s/c TM
Stampede Corral November 15, 2012

26th Annual ArtMarket

over 200 artisan boutiques, Thur & Fri 10am-9pm, Sat 10am-6pm, Sun 10am-5pm. $10/$7 seniors. artmarketcraftsale.com
TELUS Convention Centre November 15 - 18, 2012

Soundasaurus Festival of Multimedia Sound Arts

$15 per night, $39 festival pass. Free activities 4-7pm, ticketed performances 7:30pm, epcorcentre.org
Engineered Air Theatre November 15 - 17, 2012

“I’m a fiddler,” says M.C. (Martin) Schmidt, half of the musical duo Matmos, “but not with a violin.”

Drew Daniel, the other half, adds, “I’ve been gathering sounds that Martin does — Martin plays things and I’m more the one who chops ...

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Fair Trade Festival

Thur 10am-7pm, Fri 10am-3pm. stmu.ca
St. Mary's University College November 15 - 16, 2012

Inspire Africa! Faces of Rwanda - 6th Annual Fundraiser

4:30-7:30pm with silent auction, Rwandan dancers and more. $45, inspireafrica.org
Webster Galleries November 15, 2012

Calgary Celebrates Diwali

an evening of Indian food, Bollywood dancing, henna hand painting and more, hosted by United way in partnership with India Canada Association. 5-9pm, $12, kids under 5 free. www.calgaryunitedway.org
Calgary Chinese Cultural Centre November 15, 2012

Calgary Association of Self Help Annual Fall Garage Sale

Fri 11am-5pm, Sat 10am-3pm
Calgary Association of Self Help November 16 - 17, 2012

Carnivale presented by Fairy Tales Queer Film Festival

featuring The Plaid Tongued Devils, All Hands on Jane, The Wandering Gypsies, art auction and more. Wear what you dare, $20/$25 at door. 403-244-1956
Arrata Opera Centre November 16, 2012

Light Up Okotoks

5:30-9pm with a visit from Santa, lighting of the tree, reindeer, carollers, horse-drawn wagon rides, fireworks and more. okotoks.ca. Olde Towne, Okotoks
November 16, 2012

MEC Snowfest

10am-4pm. A free festival offering informative clinics and workshops, kids area and more. 403-269-2420 for info. Mountain Equipment Co-Op
November 17, 2012

Street Frostival hosted by Market Collective

noon-5pm, fire pits, live music with Freak Motif, Jocelyn Alice & Lisa Jacobs, Rotary Park, Kinfolk, Jourdan Cuningham, DJs, art installations and more. Stephen Avenue Mall
November 17, 2012

Bragg Creek Artisans 36th Anniversary Christmas Sale

10am-5pm daily, braggcreekartisans.com
Bragg Creek Centre November 17 - 18, 2012

LEGIT! UAS 18th Birthday Fundraiser Bash

8pm, come dressed in your party rock/hipster/gang-star best. DJ dance party, themed photo booth, raffle and more. 403-262-7911
Untitled Art Society November 17, 2012

Argentine Tango Milonga presented by Epicurean Tango Society

8pm-1am, $20/$25. Tango ala Buenos Aires music style, candelight and friendly people. Dress is tango chic. Scarboro Community Hall
November 17, 2012

Palomino Anniversary Party

$10
Palomino November 17, 2012

28th Annual Christmas Fair

11am-4pm, 60 vendors including homemade and home based businesses. Free admission. Lake Bonavista Community Association
November 17 - 18, 2012

Curvilicious: A community-building FUN-raiser

presented by Urban Curvz Theatre with We Should Know Each Other. 8pm, includes a sneak peak of Urban Curvz's 2012/13 season, Girls on Decks DJ collective and more. urbancurvz.com
Auburn Saloon November 17, 2012

The Spirit of Giving - Children's free book giveaway

of The Presents Presents by Teresa de Grosbois, 11am-1pm, first come basis. The Candy Kid, 225 - 10 St NW
November 17, 2012

Dress Code - Ecole Holt Couture's Third Annual Fundraiser Fashion Show

in support of Making Changes Walk in Closet Program. 3pm, $30 at dresscode.myevent.com. Calgary Winter Club
November 18, 2012

1st Annual Avenue of Trees

Dec 14 evening of music, live auction and more Sheep River Library, Turner Valley, Dec 15 evening of music, live auction and more Okotoks Rec Centre
November 19 - December 15, 2012

Sustainable Gift Giving presented by Green Calgary

7-9pm, rsvp by Nov 19 to greencalgary.org
Hillhurst United Church November 20, 2012

Harmony for Hope presented by Child Find Alberta

an artistic celebration honouring National Child Day and Universal Children's Day, includes musical performances and silent auction. 6:30pm, $25/$15, childfind.ab.ca
Corral November 20, 2012

Soup Sisters - Big Stir

a one-night, soup-making extravaganza featuring 300 Soup Sisters and Broth Brothers, celebrity chefs and emcee Dave Kelly will make 1,000 bowls of soup for women and children in Calgary's women's shelters. soupsisters.org for info on participating. Calgary Farmers' Market
November 20, 2012

13th Annual Delectables Art Show

featuring Alberta artisans and more, $2 admission donation to Inn From the Cold. 10am-8pm, Calgary Winter Club
November 21, 2012

ACAD's Show + Sale

Thur & Fri 3-9pm, Sat 11am-5pm.
Alberta College of Art & Design November 22 - 24, 2012

Zoolights and SantaVision

festive lights and interactive holiday experience, 6-8:30pm nightly
Calgary Zoo, Botanical Garden & Prehistoric Park November 23, 2012 - December 23, 2012

Catch the Elves 5k Walk/Run and 8k Walk/Run for Muscular Dystrophy

walk, run, food, run and entertainment. runningroom.com
Eau Claire Market November 24, 2012

PIeces for Change

an innovative event aimed at stopping human trafficking, featuring Adam Ayer, Jenavive, and Aon, 5-8pm. freemindls.com for info
Tyn Lounge - The Yellow Nectarine November 24, 2012

Once Upon a Christmas

9:30am-4pm, heritagepark.ca
Heritage Park November 24, 2012

Calgary Centre by-election forum

MP for MP - Meat Pie for Member of Parliament. 4:30pm
Killarney Glengarry Community Hall November 24, 2012

The Young Canadians "A Christmas Spectacular"

epcorcentre.org
Jack Singer Concert Hall November 25, 2012

PampHER Yourself! in support of Peer Support Services for Abused Women

an afternoon of pampering, silent & live auction. 3-6pm, $50 at pssaw.eventbrite.ca
Venue 1008 November 25, 2012

Once Upon a Christmas

9:30am-4pm, heritagepark.ca
Heritage Park November 25, 2012

'Twas the Night to benefit NMC

a night of fashion, music and entertainment, 6:30-10pm. $15 at nmc.ca. The Core, TD Square
November 28, 2012

Chef Experience Event with Top Chef Canada Season 1 winner Dale MacKay

presented by Visa Infinite Dining Series, 6:30pm. $75 at visainfinite.ca. Cookbook Co. Cooks.
November 28, 2012

SAIT School of Business Information Session

5:30pm, confirm your attendance at 403-284-8485 indicating program of choice: Business Admin, Admin Info Management or Legal Assistant
SAIT November 28, 2012

Stuart McLean

TM
Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium November 29, 2012

The Garden Variety Show - Support Movember Vaudevillian Style

7:30pm with Ryan Pilling, Kent McKay, OneLion, Tyler Wilson, Karen Ann Sim and more. $15 at gardenvarietyshow.com
Loose Moose Theatre November 29, 2012

Where Creativity Roars - See the World's Best Advertising from 2012

reel starts 7pm, afterparty 9pm-2am.
Flames Central November 30, 2012

Mo and Sons Movember Gala Parte

dress up in your best Movember costume, showcase your immaculate grooming and celebrate the finest Mo's in Calgary. 8pm-2am, movember.com
Cowboys November 30, 2012

Handmade Christmas Craft Parade

10am-2pm, free admission. St. Michael's School, 4511 - 8 Ave SW
December 1, 2012

Once Upon a Christmas

9:30am-4pm, heritagepark.ca
Heritage Park December 1, 2012

Homes for the Howlidays - An Animal Rescue Adoption Fair

10am-2pm, BowDog 6909 Farrell Rd SE
December 1 - 2, 2012

Shoes for Kenya Fundraiser

7-11pm, raising funds for Bernard Onsare to travel to Kisii, Kenya and deliver 500 pairs of running shoes to those in need. $28/$30 at door, eventbrite.ca/event/4786995031. 724A-11 Ave SW
December 1, 2012

Holiday Fling Market

10am-3pm, vendors and crafters, photos with Santa and more. Register at hfling.eventbrite.ca. Brentwood Sportsplex
December 1, 2012

Christmas Shop Inglewood

weekends, calgary-inglewood.com
December 1 - 16, 2012

Market Collective

vendors, artists and more. marketcollective.ca. 1720 Radisson Dr SE
December 1 - 2, 2012

Thandana Craft and Bake Sale

11:30am-3pm
West Hillhurst Community Centre December 2, 2012

Once Upon a Christmas

9:30am-4pm, heritagepark.ca
Heritage Park December 2, 2012

Annual Jewish Book and Art Festival

10am-9pm, closed Fri at 4pm and all day Sat
Calgary Jewish Centre December 2 - 9, 2012

Chase the Spotlight with The Young Canadians

open house with TYC, choreographers and creative directors. Ages 11-14 4:30-7pm, Ages 14-20 7-9:30pm. Agriculture Bldg
Stampede Park December 4, 2012

Hillhurst Sunnyside Winter Farmers' Market

4-7pm
Hillhurst Sunnyside Community Centre December 5, 2012

First Thursdays

5-9pm for live music, exhibition openings, art demos, tours and more. www.firstthursdays.ca
Olympic Plaza December 6, 2012

An Evening Of Sit Down with Robin Williams & David Steinberg

7:30pm, $115-$275 at TM
Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium December 7, 2012

Spirit of Christmas

Tue-Sat, 10am-5pm, okotoksculture.ca. Okotoks Art Gallery
December 7 - 22, 2012

Black Tie One One - Stride Gallery fundraiser

7pm-midnight, silent auction. stride.ab.ca
Stride Gallery December 7, 2012

December Disco Dance Party & Art Show

local artists & DJ Crosswalk, 7pm-midnight. $10 at door, cash only
Village Brewery December 7, 2012

Once Upon a Christmas

9:30am-4pm, heritagepark.ca
Heritage Park December 8, 2012

3rd National Day of Tango Milonga

8pm, $25/$30 at door, Scarboro Hall
December 8, 2012

UBC Canada Open House

2-5pm, UBCCanada.com. Inside Kick's Martial Arts Supplies, 2135 - 32 Ave NE
December 8, 2012

CSIF Community Christmas Extravaganza

7pm, holiday fun with screening of One Eight Super 8 Challenge films. Wear your ugliest sweater. csif.org. 223 - 12 Ave SW
December 8, 2012

Market Collective

vendors, artists and more. marketcollective.ca. 1720 Radisson Dr SE
December 8 - 9, 2012

Once Upon a Christmas

9:30am-4pm, heritagepark.ca
Heritage Park December 9, 2012

Your Pelvis, Your Hips: a Feldenkrais Workshop

noon-1pm, $15 or pay-what-you-can. movingmatters.ca. Joy for Life Centre for Spiritual Living
December 10 - 13, 2012

Adults Only Night: World Records

6-10pm, sparkscience.ca
TELUS Spark December 13, 2012

Hullelujah starring George Canyon

fundraiding event for Hull Services, 6-9:30pm. hullservices.ca
Calgary Petroleum Club December 13, 2012

Once Upon a Christmas

9:30am-4pm, heritagepark.ca
Heritage Park December 15, 2012

Market Collective

vendors, artists and more. marketcollective.ca. 1720 Radisson Dr SE
December 15 - 16, 2012

Once Upon a Christmas

9:30am-4pm, heritagepark.ca
Heritage Park December 16, 2012

Epicurean Tango Society Tango Finale with Arabia Adorned

7-11pm, $7 plus donation for food bank. Scarboro Community Hall
December 16, 2012

Not The End Of The World event

an evening of song, music, dance, drumming, storytelling and indigenous ceremonies to celebrate an optimistic view of the future and raise money for charity. 7pm, includes Cree Elder Doreen Spence, Dr. Terry Willard, Deva Shakti, Circle of Rhythms, ONe World Drum Co. and more. $30/$15 at Wild Rose Clinic NW, Gateway Wellness Centre, One World Drum Co. and dec212012calgary@gmail.com
Bowness Community Hall December 21, 2012

Once Upon a Christmas

9:30am-4pm, heritagepark.ca
Heritage Park December 22, 2012

Once Upon a Christmas

9:30am-4pm, heritagepark.ca
Heritage Park December 23, 2012

Harry Potter Christmas (Family Service)

7pm, Living Spirit United Church
December 24, 2012

Celtic Christmas

9pm, Living Spirit United Church
December 24, 2012

Winter CARnival

daily 9:30am-4pm with museum closing Dec 31 at 3pm, reopening Jan 2, HeritagePark.ca
Heritage Park December 27, 2012 - January 6, 2013

2012 Milestones

sparkscience.ca
TELUS Spark December 29, 2012

2012 Milestones

sparkscience.ca
TELUS Spark December 30, 2012

New Years' Eve celebration for the little ones

11am-1pm, sparkscience.ca
TELUS Spark December 31, 2012

Diamond Valley Starlight Celebration

family-friendly New Year's Eve Party, 5-8pm with skating, treats, fireworks, bonfires and more. Main Street, Turner Valley
December 31, 2012

The New York Gala

DJ and more, $25/$45/$65 plus package deals. call 403-263-4789 or email amanda@exchangesocialclub.com for details. Exchange Social Club
December 31, 2012

City New Year's Bash 2013

family entertainment with Citytv on-air personalities Tara Slone, Ted Henley, Andrew Schultz, Jill Belland, music by Johnny Reid, Victoria Duffield & Massari. 8pm
Olympic Plaza December 31, 2012

Reveillon 2013 Brazilian Style

music by Shadoplay, dinner, Brazilian dance show with Samba Brasil Heritage Dance Group, Parada Brasileira Band, DJ Ronan. $30/$25/$12 kids under 12. info@bcaab.org
Acadia Recreation Complex December 31, 2012

New Year's Eve Family Dance Party

7-10pm, with kid's countdown at 9pm. Dress in white, neon or anything that glows. Games, crafts, activities, fire dancers, stilt walkers and more. calgary.ca. Calgary City Hall
December 31, 2012

Fire & Ice New Years' Eve Party

3 course dinner, interactive food and beverage stations, party favours and more. 3 seatings, 5pm $69, 6pm $69, 9pm $79. 403-202-4408 to reserve. Ric's Lounge & Grill, 8220 Bowridge Cr NW
December 31, 2012

Glitz & Glam NYE 2013

DJ, interactive photo booth, dinner at 5pm $59, 7:15 $69, 9:30pm $89. Reserve at 403-606-9927
Ric's Lounge & Grill - Sunridge December 31, 2012

Iced hosted by Kim Kardashian

$29.99 and up, cowboysnightclub.com
Cowboys January 4, 2013

The Motorcycle Show Calgary

Fri 12-9pm, Sat 10am-8pm, Sun 10am-5pm. motorcycleshows.ca
BMO Centre January 4 - 6, 2013

U of C Ballroom Dance Club - free dance lessons

ucalgaryballroomdance.ca
University of Calgary January 7 - 10, 2013

Get A New Hobby - Adults Only Night

get a taste for the many options for new hobbies for the new year
TELUS Spark January 10, 2013

Ballroom with a Twist presented by the CPO

$24, cpo-live.com
Jack Singer Concert Hall January 11, 2013

f100 - Exposure Photography Festival 2013 Fundraising Event

7pm, www.exposurephotofestival.com
Lougheed House January 11, 2013

Ballroom with a Twist presented by the CPO

$24, cpo-live.com
Jack Singer Concert Hall January 12, 2013

Art's Birthday Party

9pm, Glyde Hall. DJ Jordan Bennett, music, dancing, creativity and birthday cake
Banff Centre January 17, 2013

2nd Annual MS Whisky Festival

6-9pm, $95 at calgarywhiskyfestival.com. Jack Singer Lobby
EPCOR CENTRE for the Performing Arts January 17, 2013

Social Dance presented by U of C Ballroom Dance Club

7pm, ucalgaryballroomdance.ca. Marlborough Park Community Centre
January 19, 2013

Strawberry Shortcake with Doodlebops Live

$28.50/$25.50 plus s/c TM
Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium January 20, 2013

A Diva's Day of Dynamic Health & Wellness - Tri it for a Cure

presented by the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's Team In Training. 9am-4pm, includes group fitness, yoga, meditation classes, guest speaker Sean Liv, Wardrobe Wise, Lighten Up Eating Solutions, and more. $80, 587-891-3592 for info. 123-10 Ave SW
January 20, 2013

Democrats Abroad's Inauguration Celebration

6pm, marking the re-election of President Barack Obama with entertainment by Gary Martin & the Heavenly Blues. Free admission
Kilkenny Irish Pub January 21, 2013

The Garden Variety Show: Season 4 Grand Premiere

7:30pm, hosted by James Jordan and Ryan Pilling, guests include Wowfest, Carisa Hendrix, Tad Hargrave & Rotary Park. $10, gardenvarietyshow.com
Loose Moose Theatre January 24, 2013

Schmancy Style

fashion show featuring Mikey DaRoza at 7pm. $25, glenbow.org/schmancystyle
Belgo January 24, 2013

Wine Stage - OYR High Performance Rodeo

7:30pm, oyr.org
Devonian Gardens January 26, 2013

Foodoir and Fashion - Art show, fashion show & After Party Gala

6:30pm, $50 at 403-630-3433. Cinquecento Cucina, Inglewood
January 26, 2013

Epicurean Tango Society hosts 3rd Anniversary Tango Milonga

8pm-1am, $20/$25 at door, 403-540-2525. Scarboro Hall
January 26, 2013

Self Spoken 2013

poets, singers, lyricists, painters, musicians & art lovers - show at 7:30pm sharp, $10 at door. info at: iamselfspoken@gmail.com
Auburn Saloon January 27, 2013

Calgary Corporate Challenge Human Bonspiel

Calgarians will transform into human curling rocks and slide themselves down the ice over the noon hour. Sign up your team at calgarycorporatechallenge.com
Olympic Plaza January 28 - February 8, 2013

Black & Red Bash hosted by BeCause

doors at 5pm. An opportunity for the next generation of philanthropists and leaders to get involved with their community, with keynote Speaker Amanda Lindhout. $40/$50 at door, because.ca
Art Gallery of Calgary January 31, 2013

2013 Fairmont Banff Springs Celebrity Invitational

some of Hollywood's top stars will gather at Sunshine Village and Banff to help raise money for the protection of North America's Waterways. skibanff.com for event info
January 31 - February 3, 2013

YYC Hot Chocolate Fest

sample and vote for your favorite hot chocolate at a number of locations around town. yychotchocolate.com for info and locations. Launch celebration Feb 1 at noon, Cococo Chocolatiers Inc.
February 1 - January 31, 2013

A Night of Illusion presented by Our Next Show

in support of Cancer Research and the Food Bank, Fri 7pm, Sat 1 & 6pm. Includes magicians TriXtan, Chris Lovely and Carisa Hendrix with assistants Ayla Coltman & Shakina Lovely and special guest Tom Cat. 587-889 FIRE for ticket info
Cardel Theatre February 1 - 2, 2013

5 Kings Crew Breakdance Battle presented by Calgary Hip Hop Society

with DJ Lean Rock, Bboy Nasty Ray, Bboy YNot. $10 competitors, $15 general, $8 kids, $2 extra at door. pulsestudios.ca. St. Vladimir Cultural Centre
February 2, 2013

The Charity App Challenge

local developers will come together in teams to create top-notch apps and tech solutions that will launch worthy organizations into the mobile technology space. Good networking opportunity for people looking into the tech industry and to see how a hack-a-thon works. calgaryherald.com/life/christmasfund/cac.html. Calgary Herald Building
February 2 - 3, 2013

Next Up and What's Next - free Community Connections Event

10am-4pm. Come educate, activate, and integrate. Community Wise Resource Centre 223-12 Ave SW
February 2, 2013

National Geographic Live speaker series - Robert Ballard

on ocean exploration, 7pm. epcorcentre.org
Jack Singer Concert Hall February 4, 2013

National Geographic Live speaker series - Robert Ballard

on ocean exploration, 7pm. epcorcentre.org
Jack Singer Concert Hall February 5, 2013

Hillhurst Sunnyside Winter Farmers' Market

4-7pm
Hillhurst Sunnyside Community Centre February 6, 2013

Market Mardi Gras

celebrating food, music and fun. Various themed events scheduled each day. Kingsland Farmers Market
February 7 - 10, 2013

Calgary Boat & Sportsmen's Show

$13/$8/$9, Thur & Fri 1-9pm, Sat 10am-8pm, Sun 10am-5pm
BMO Centre February 7 - 10, 2013

Greenlite Arts Festival Workshop #2 - Film Industry Networking Night

7-9pm, $5, rsvp at ednutv@ucalgary.ca. That Empty Space, MacEwan Student Centre
University of Calgary February 8, 2013

The Mother of All Kids' Clothing Swaps

9am-2pm, clothing for babies and children up to 12, plus maternity clothing & children's books. motherofallswaps.com for info. Marda Loop Community Association
February 9, 2013

Between Friends presents 20th Annual Friends in Motion fundraising event

participants can dress in costume, create a snazzy team name, raise pledges and walk, skate or wheel around the Olympic Oval. Proceeds to support summer program for children and adults with disabilities. betweenfriends.ab.ca
Olympic Oval February 9, 2013

Sketches of Flamenco

an intimate evening of live flamenco dance, guitar and song. 8pm, $30 at door cash only, $25 at PHT
National Music Centre February 9, 2013

Schmancy - A Raucous Night of Arts & Culture

with feature presentation by George Stromboulopoulos. 7-midnight, $175 members, $195 non-members. glenbow.org
Glenbow Museum February 9, 2013

Sunshine Invitatoinal (Sunshinie Speedsters Ski Club)

skibanff.com
February 9 - 10, 2013

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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Market Collective

Sat 10am-6pm, Sun 11am-5pm. 1720 Radisson Dr SE
February 9 - 10, 2013

3rd Annual Black and White Valentine's Dance

7pm-midnight with The Metropolis Big Band. $25, $40 per couple at 403-288-8300
Bowness Community Hall February 9, 2013

2013 Year of the Snake Chinese New Year Carnival

programs and performances of tradition Dragon & Lion Dance, festival music and dance, martial arts demo, vocal singing, folk art demos and more
Chinese Cultural Centre Association February 9 - 10, 2013

Chinese New Year Celebrations

featuring live Chinese harp performance from noon-4pm daily, YYC Food Trucks and more. EV Sales and Experience Centre, East Village on the Bow riverfront
February 9 - 10, 2013

Maestros Angel Coria y Claudia Sortino - Professional Tango Workshop & Performances

epicureantangosociety.blogspot.com for details
February 10 - 24, 2013

Alberta 55 Plus Winter Games

opening ceremony Feb 13, albertagames.com
Canada Olympic Park February 13 - 16, 2013

25th Anniversary of the 1988 Calgary Winter Olympics - Reignite the Spirit

torch relay and cauldron lighting, with guests Mayor Naheed Nenshi, U of C President Elizabeth Cannon and Olympic athletes. 11:30am-1pm, free public skating 12:10-1pm
Olympic Oval February 13, 2013

Celebrate '88 - Legacy Skate

6:30-10pm, featuring artist-in-residence Ramin Eshraghi-Yazdi and DJ Rob Faust. oval.ucalgary.ca/celebrate88 to rsvp
Olympic Oval February 13, 2013

Spoken Word & Song

7:30-10:30pm, $10 (cash only) at door
Village Brewery February 13, 2013

HeARTvark: an Experiential Art Gathering

Fri 7:30-10:30pm, Sat 2-4pm & 7:30-10:30pm. $10 cash at door
John Snow House February 14 - 16, 2013

Question: what is HeARTvark?

Answer: an experimental art-based event in the John Snow House, brought to you by Geneviève Paré and Kathryn Smith, co-artistic directors of Cat on a Leash Productions.

“HeARTvark is for anyone who’s interested in observing Valentine’s outside of ...

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This is Your Brain on Love

explore how dopamine affects the brain's reward and pleasure centres and which triggers will drive your oxytocin levels sky high! sparkscience.ca
TELUS Spark February 14, 2013

In(ter)ventions

Program Faculty and ACAD Design Students investigate Manifestations of the Page and the Book, 8pm. The Club
Banff Centre February 14, 2013

The Cinnamon Heartbreak Cabaret: A Valentine's Burlesque Extravaganza

8:30pm featuring Laila Kaushik, Klimt & Emilie, Locomotive Ghost & The Garter Girls Burly Q Revue. $25/$22, theatreencounter.com
Voodoo Lounge February 14, 2013

Adults Only Night - This is Your Brain on Love

sparkscience.ca
TELUS Spark February 14, 2013

5th Annual Valentine's Day Women's Memorial March

aimed at honouring the lives of missing and murdered women in Southern Alberta, guest speakers start at 6:30pm
Scarboro United Church February 14, 2013

One Billion Rising - Calgary & Banff participate in global campaign to stop violence against women

march through downtown Calgary and at the Banff Centre, join Kris Demeanor and the RE:act Art & Community Together Collective at noon. For info, Dymphny at 587-899-8732
Olympic Plaza February 14, 2013

Action for Agriculture - 23rd Annual General Meeting & Video Presentaton

"Food for Thought", 1pm with Barbara Duckworth, Diane Finstad, John Barlow, Craig Smith, Eric Butters, John Kolk & Kim Good. 403-932-5561 to register. Cochrane RanchHouse
February 15, 2013

GlobalFest presents a Family Day Weekend Celebration

free fireworks and festivities Fri 6-9pm with fireworks at 7:30pm, Sat-Mon 11am-3pm. Deerfoot Mall
February 15 - 18, 2013

All Ages Youth Anti-Bullying Dance-A-Thon fundraiser

promoting greater youth involvement and Anti-bullying awareness among youth and children. Ages 12-18, http://www.gigyyc.com/event/2013/all-ages-youth-anti-bullying-dance-thon
National Music Centre February 16, 2013

Sex Talk Panel afternoon with speakers Buck Angel, Lady Seraphina & Lyn Baer

with evening screening of Sexing the Transman, Buck Angel in attendance. fairytalesfilmfest.com/events for complete schedule, times & prices
University of Calgary February 16, 2013

Valentines & Engagement Milonga with Angel Coria y Claudia Sortino

7pm-2am, $60/$70 at door, epicureantangosociety.blogspot.com. Ramada downtown
February 16, 2013

Honens Storytellers: Hong Xu & Denise Clarke

a musical narration for all ages of The Story of Babar and poems by Ogden Nash. 4pm, $20/$18/$10 youth. 1:30 & 4pm, honens.com
Festival Hall February 17, 2013

Ripped-A-Thon 2013

$10 per class, Talisman Centre, Fitness Plus North & South and Jari Love are teaming up with The Alex for a fundraising event. All proceeds to help families in ned, talismancentre.com for info
February 18, 2013

Winter Carnival at Fort Calgary

10am-4pm, free family winter fun including carnival games, winter craft, treasure hunt, theatre shows, cartoons & movies and more
Fort Calgary February 18, 2013

After-Party with Star Trek's Jonathan Frakes

9:30pm, $50 at cpo-live.com
Teatro February 20, 2013

Mayor's Lunch for Arts Champions

keynote speaker will be John Michael Schert. 12-1:30pm, $80 at MayorsLunch.com
BMO Centre February 21, 2013

In(ter)ventions

Program Faculty and ACAD Design Students investigate Manifestations of the Page and the Book, 8pm. The Club
Banff Centre February 21, 2013

4th Annual Friendship Dialogue and Friendship Dinner - Building a Cohesive Society through Education

6:30-9:30pm with keynote speaker Dr. Shirley R. Steinberg, MC Jenny Yu. rsvp to calgary@interculturaldialog.com
Delta Bow Valley February 21, 2013

NEVER - Motionball 2013 Black & White Gala

in support of the Special Olympics Canada Foundation. Entertainment by Skratch Bastid, Brett Jones & DJ Kav, live 20-piece band, silent auction, chance to meet our proud Special Olympics athletes and m ore. Dress to impress - black tie optional. 9pm, $15 at motionball.com/calgarygala
Flames Central February 22, 2013

47th Annual World of Wheels

Fri 3-10pm, Sat 10am-9pm, Sun 11am-7pm. $15/$13 at doo ror Auto Value Part Stores
BMO Centre February 22 - 24, 2013

Chinese New Year Gala

traditional Chinese dinner, silent auction and live entertainment. calgaryhkcba.com for tickets
Regency Palace Seafood Restaurant February 22, 2013

NMC Groundbreaker Shaker

6:30pm
Golden Age Club in the East Village February 22, 2013

WowFest! Calgary's first Magic Festival

$15, WowFest.ca for schedule & ticket info
None February 23, 2013

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Maestro Angel Coria - Tango Milonga

$25/$30 at door, epicureantangosociety.com. Scarboro Hall
February 23, 2013

THE Beach Party - dinner, dance and silent auction

in support of Lung Cancer patient care and research at the Tom Baker Cancer Centre. $25, for info and tickets call Violet at 403-521-3433 or email violet.galloway@albertacancerfoundation.ca
Canada Olympic Park February 23, 2013

The Wedding Show

weddingshowcalgary.com. U of C campus downtown, 906-8 Ave SW
February 24, 2013

Self Spoken

a forum for local artists to come and showcase their talents - live poetry, music and art. 6:30pm, $10 at door
Auburn Saloon February 24, 2013

Unique Lives & Experiences 2013 - Amanda Lindhout

from $38 at 403-294-9494 or uniquelives.com. 7:30pm
Jack Singer Concert Hall February 25, 2013

Science Cafe

Ironwood Stage & Grill February 26, 2013

Calgary Home & Garden Show

calgaryhgs.com
BMO Centre February 28 - March 3, 2013

The Garden Variety Show - High Quality Culture

hosted by James Jordan & RyanPilling, guests Paul Spenard, Calgary Juggling Club, Vi An Diep. 7:30pm, $10 at gardenvarietyshow.com
Loose Moose Theatre February 28, 2013

2013 Immigrants of Distinction Awards

6pm, immigrantsofdistinction.com or 403-538-8352
Westin Hotel March 1, 2013

Youth Slam & Open Mic

with Sheri-D Wilson 2-4pm
Shelf Life Books March 2, 2013

7th Annual Calgary Peace Prize Award Ceremony & Gala Dinner

this year's recipient is South Sudanese child soldier turned peace activist and rock star Emmanuel Jal. netcommunity.ucalgary.ca/calgarypeaceprize
Red & White Club March 2, 2013

Status Quo? The Unfinished Business of Feminism in Canada

Film screening, Craigie Hall C 119, Doors open 6:30pm
University of Calgary March 6, 2013

Hillhurst Sunnyside Winter Farmers' Market

4-7pm
Hillhurst Sunnyside Community Centre March 6, 2013

Orientation and Open House

6pm
St. Dominic Fine Arts School March 7, 2013

Love Her - In support of Ovarian Cancer Canada

fashion, comedy, auctions, music and more. ovariancanada.org
Hotel Arts March 7, 2013

Women Celebrating Women Concert

Featuring Mary Boyes, Mari Jo De Waal, Glennis Houston, Lorna Maclachlan, Deanne Matley, Deb Rasmussen & Valdine Schroeder, 7-9pm, $20 advance $25 door, www.picatic.com
Cardel Theatre March 8, 2013

Jews of Iran

52 min documentary, 8pm, $5 door
Calgary Jewish Centre March 9, 2013

Man Enough to Sing Concert

Cantare Children's Choir, 7:30pm
McDougall United Church March 9, 2013

Puppet Power 2013 Conference

featuring Martin P. Robinson, Dina Kaplan & Rochi Dan, Trish Leeper, Lisa Aimee Sturz and more. wppuppet.com for info
March 9 - 10, 2013

The Price is Right Live!

4:30pm & 7:30pm, $25, $45/$59.50 plus s/c TM. Must be 18+ to register to play
Corral March 9, 2013

Death Cafe:

15 Pound Pink Production's "Mr. Reaper's REALLY Bad Morning" followed by a stimulating, free-flowing conversation facilitated by Wendy Kurchak. 2-5pm, deathcafe.com. Self-Connection Books
March 10, 2013

6th Annual Festival of Animated Objects

animatedobjects.ca
March 12 - 17, 2013

Fiesta Flamenca

7:30pm, $15/$12 at tickets.mtroyal.ca
Leacock Theatre March 13, 2013

ProArts@Noon - The Alberta League Encouraging Storytelling

noon
Cathedral Church of the Redeemer March 13, 2013

"Pi, Cocktails and Conversation with Michael Shermer"

7:30pm, tickets at cficanada.ca/calgary
March 14, 2013

The Russell Silent Auction

to benefit the C.M. Russell Museum, 6pm. leightoncentre.org
Leighton Art Centre March 14, 2013

Redneck Rowdy! Hosted by Willie & Korrie Robertson from A&E's Duck Dynasty

$10 plus s/c at cowboysnightclub.com
Cowboys March 14, 2013

Adults Only Night - Pi Party

sparkscience.ca
TELUS Spark March 14, 2013

4th Annual Ol' Fashion Family Barn Dance hosted by the Calgary Fiddlers Association

7-11pm, $15/$12/$20 at 1-888-655-9090, ticketpro.ca
Thorncliffe Greenview Community Association March 15, 2013

Calgary Kiwanis Music Festival - Outstanding Speech Performers Showcase

7pm, calgarykiwanisfestival.ca
Orpheus Theatre, SAIT March 15, 2013

Winter's End Hobby Fair

10am-4pm, info @ Steve Colle 403.277.1515 or scollets@gmail.com
Holy Nativity Anglican Church March 16, 2013

Spring Fling: Rendezvous @ the Aero Space Museum

$15/$20, 7-8pm. People are encouraged to dress up and take pictures with the aircraft collections
Aero Space Museum of Calgary March 16, 2013

Persistent Vision Photography Event

featuring presentations by David duChemin, Darwin Wiggett and Samntha Chysanthou, panel discussions, meet & network with oopoomoo eBook authors and more. 8:30am-5pm
Bragg Creek Centre March 16, 2013

Unique Lives & Experiences 2013 - Lucie Arnaz's Lucille Ball Tribute

from $38 at 403-294-9494 or uniquelives.com. 7:30pm
Jack Singer Concert Hall March 18, 2013

Calgary Corporate Challenge 'Brain Freeze Winter Trivia'

7-10pm, calgarycorporatechallenge.com/events. Schanks Sports Grill South
March 19, 2013

Hennessy Artistry series featuring Masta Ace and guests

hennessy.com/en-ca/music/hennessy-artistry
Commonwealth Bar & Stage March 19, 2013

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Centennial High School Spring 2013 Job/Resource Fair

11:30am-12:30pm, 403-256-8140 ext 2302 to confirm attendance or reserve a table. 55 Sun Valley Blvd SE
March 20, 2013

The Moving Images and Sound Collective Festival

free admission
Glenbow Museum March 21 - 23, 2013

Spring Rally in the Alley

9:30am - 4:30pm (Easter Sunday Brunch March 31, activities, egg decorating, Easter Scavenger Hunt, $29.95 adults / $21.95 children 11 and under, 403.268.8500 or www.heritagepark.ca
Heritage Park March 22 - April 1, 2013

Greenlite Arts Festival 48hr Eco Film Challenge

presented by NUTV, create an environmentally-themed film in just 48 hours. Free competition, nutv.ca/greenlite for info
University of Calgary March 22 - 24, 2013

Stand Up to Your Stress presented by The Healthy Minds Cafe

two stand-up comedians will teach you how to use humour to manage your stress. 5:30-7pm
Nellie's on Kensington March 22, 2013

1st Annual Scotch and Cigar Show

lessons, master classes and more. stoneynakodaresort.com
Stoney Nakoda Resort March 22 - 23, 2013

Raffi - #belugagrads Concert

2pm, $27.50-$65 at epcorcentre.org
Jack Singer Concert Hall March 23, 2013

The Calgary Health Show

info @ www.healthshows.com
BMO Centre March 23 - 24, 2013

Lisa Kilgour knows how difficult it can be to get out of a rut. As a 25-year-old university student, she says she existed almost solely on Fruit Loops and white bread until a medical crisis caused her to rethink her diet.

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2nd Annual Spring Craft Sale

9am-4pm, free admission, music, fresh food and entertainment
Bowness Community Hall March 23, 2013

4th Masqued Milonga! presented by Epicurean Tango Society

8pm-1am, $20/$25 at door, 403-540-2525
Scarboro Community Hall March 23, 2013

The Red Bull 1988 Games

retro-style ski competition that will bring back the killer tricks and fashion of the '80s that we remember so fondly. 1pm, redbull.ca/1988
Canada Olympic Park March 23, 2013

PARKSHOW13 fashion event featuring designers and mroe

8:30pm, with PARK's 5 year celebration party at 10:30pm. $25+, ourparkonline.com
Aero Space Museum of Calgary March 23, 2013

Easter Paws for a Cause - Dog Wash Fundraiser

proceeds donated to Four Feet Companion Foundation, 10am-5pm. Rocky Mountain Tails, 5255 Richmond Rd SW. 403-685-2001 to book
March 24, 2013

The Gluten Free Expo

over 75 vendors, demo, public sessions on gluten free living and more. 11am-5pm, $15/$12, glutenfreeexpo.ca/ab/calgary/
Big Four Building March 24, 2013

Aboriginal Job Fair presented by Aboriginal Futures

featuring employers who are actively recruiting Aboriginal people for entry level positions, 2-4pm. aboriginalfutures.com/SpringJobFairJobSeekers.html. Holiday Inn, MacLeod Trail
March 26, 2013

The Art and Fashion Runway with Marcia Slater

look at trends in clothing and accesories through time. 6:15pm sharp, $12/$15 general public
Glenbow Museum March 28, 2013

Garden Variety Show - Leprechaun Power

with Brent Smith, Schuyler and Stephon, Alex Boisselle, James Jordan. 7:30pm, $10 at gardenvarietyshow.com
Loose Moose Theatre March 28, 2013

Art Bike Launch Party

screening of the Art Bike Promo video, interactive art projects, donate your recycling to make art and more. 1-5pm, $7 non-members, $5 Area members
The Area March 30, 2013

23rd Annual April Fools Day Parade

4pm, meet at Tomkins Park Mount Royal Village and parade down 17th Ave. greenfools.com
April 1, 2013

Hillhurst Sunnyside Winter Farmers' Market

4-7pm
Hillhurst Sunnyside Community Centre April 3, 2013

Community Spirits - DIY Fruit Cordial Workshop

with Tim Kitchen, 7pm. farmersmarket.hillhurstsunnyside.org
Hillhurst Sunnyside Community Centre April 3, 2013

4th Annual Fight For Kids Pro-Am Boxing Event

featuring Eric Martel vs. Raymond Olubowale and Michelle Nelson vs. Peggy Marez. bbbscalgary.com
Hyatt Regency Hotel April 4, 2013

2nd Annual This Is My City Festival

includes This Is My City's Art, Public Art 101 - Artists in the Community, Photo Walk, Film Premiere of Art Has No Home, Six Minute Stories and much more. thisismycitycalgary.ca
April 4 - 25, 2013

Pick up a bike, change a life

The faculty of Kinesiology is offering the chance to try out a high performance mountain or road bike for a free ride around the U of C campus from 11:30am-3:30pm to raise awareness about the emotional, physical and economic burden of obesity in Canada. Bring ID and a credit card (collateral for bringing the bike back). Outside Kinesiology complex, near red dinosaur
University of Calgary April 5, 2013

Body Soul Spirit Expo

bodysoulspiritexpo.com
Big Four Building April 5 - 7, 2013

Pre-Conference Pathways Networking Event

3-5pm, an opportunity to meet some of our Pathways Ambassadors, Sponsors, Keynotes, Steering Committee and Moderators for the upcoming conference on The Pathways Experience. Calgary Global Business Centre
April 5, 2013

First Robotics Competition

usfirst.org/roboticsprograms/frc
Olympic Oval April 5 - 6, 2013

JJDD Superheroes Movies Fundraiser

meet Miss Earth Alberta, Miss Fire Alberta & Miss Air Alberta, $10. cowboysnightclub.com
Cowboys April 5, 2013

2nd Annual Banff National Park SpringsART Festival

featuring photography workshops, historical walking and ski tours, special gallery exhibits, weekend 'culture crawls' and live music by Randy Bachman and Cowboy Junkies. banfflakelouise.com/springstART for info
April 5 - 21, 2013

Youth Poetry Slam!

hosted by Sheri-D Wilson. Bring 3 poems, each no longer than 3 minutes. Noon. ciswf.com
Shelf Life Books April 6, 2013

Kinsmen Club of Okotoks 13th Annual Sno-Pitch, Dinner and Dance

8am kick-off for Sno-Pitch. Dinner, dance and live band to follow. 403-862-6432 to register
April 6, 2013

It's Raining Cats and Dogs! - An Animal Rescue Adoption Fair

11am-3pm, BowDog at 6909 Farrell Rd SE. 403-861-3901 for info
April 6, 2013

CPO's Cork & Canvas Festival Winemaker's Dinner & Auction

6pm, cpo-live.com
Calgary Petroleum Club April 6, 2013

The INVISIBLE fundraiser

featuring the entire community of hip hop dancers, 7pm. Silent auction and dance performances bu Illfx and Pulse studios, tickets online @ www.invisibleshow.com/#!services/c1h6a
Hotel Arts April 7, 2013

Multicultural Night 2013 presented by the India Canada Association of Calgary

6pm, $10/$5 ages 12 and under, children under 5 free. Celebrate Calgary's vibrant cultural diversity with dance performances from around the world. 403-277-0206 or 403-233-7998 for tickets
Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium April 7, 2013

6th Annual Hustle for Hunger

3km, 5km or 10km race, 8am-12pm. $35-$45 to register at www.events.runningroom.com/site/?raceId=7215
Eau Claire Market April 7, 2013

City-wide Food and Clothes Distribution Event

presented by the Muslim Families Network Society 12-5pm. Marlborough Park Community Centre
April 7, 2013

Invisible Show Fundraiser

7pm, supporting organizations in Calgary who help with women's vulnerabilities. invisibleshow.com for tickets
Hotel Arts April 7, 2013

Calgary Dollars Market

6-8pm, craft/flea market celebrating World Health Day. Food, activities & fun, call 403-270-8002 for info. 608 Poplar Rd SW
April 8, 2013

Calgary Stampede Aggie Days

10am-4pm, calgarystampede.com
Stampede Park April 10 - 14, 2013

Cirque Du Soleil presents Amaluna

tickets at cirquedusoleil.com/amaluna
Stampede Park April 11 - 21, 2013

Out for Lunch Tours - Newcomers in Made in Calgary: The 1960s with Mary-Beth LaViolette

noon, second floor lobby. $5/free members
Glenbow Museum April 11, 2013

2013 Masters Mingler in support of the MRU Cougars Golf Team

12-2pm, $20. amsterdamrhino.com/2013-masters-mingler-ticket-now-on-sale/
The Rhino Smokehouse April 11, 2013

Twist & Shout - Spoken word

8pm, The Club
Banff Centre April 12, 2013

2nd Annual Flat Track Fever Roller Derby Tournament

flattrackfever.com/schedule, tickets at 587-353-8505
Olympic Oval April 12 - 14, 2013

1st Annual Calgary Roughstock Rumble

a two-day stock event like no other with bareback, saddle bronc & bull riding events at 7pm
Corral April 12, 2013

Fish Creek Star Night

7-10pm. Telescopes, night walks, indoor talks/displays. 403-297-7926 for info
Fish Creek Environmental Learning Centre April 13, 2013

"Get Outdoors" and play!

a free day of outdoor family fun at Nose HIll Park (Shaganappi entrance) from 10am-noon. Choose between a fun train run, a family geocaching treasure hunt or an informative urban hike. register early for the geocache, bfit4lif@ucalgary.ca
April 13, 2013

Calgary Horticultural Society's Annual Garden Show

9am-5pm, $10 society member, $12/$15 n on-member, kids 12 and under free. calhort.org/garden-show.aspx
Spruce Meadows April 13 - 14, 2013

1st Annual Calgary Roughstock Rumble

a two-day stock event like no other with bareback, saddle bronc & bull riding events at 7pm
Corral April 13, 2013

Move For Hope hosted by Mookie Wilson and Billie Jo of Lite 95.9

a fun and empowering one-hour workout for all fitness levels to raise funds to benefit violence against women programs. Registration 9:30am, event at 11am. moveforhope.ca to register
City Hall April 13, 2013

31st Annual Law Day - Demystifying the justice system

9am-3pm, a free, family-friendly interactive event that promotes access to justice and introduces the public to key participants in the judicial system including members of the police service, lawyers and judges. 403-218-4312. Calgary Courts Centre
April 13, 2013

Alberta Parks and Protected Areas - Star Night

free family event, no registration necessary. 7-10pm, fish-creek.org
Fish Creek Environmental Learning Centre April 13, 2013

"Resilience and Solidarity" - Calgary's Rwanda Genocide Commemoration: 2013

3-6pm with the Hon. Jonathan Denis, Minister of Justice and Solicitor General for Alberta, Yvette Nyombayire Rugasaguhunga and Christine Magill. Jenkins Theatre
Mount Royal University April 13, 2013

Top Chef Viewing Party

to reserve a seat make a donation at teamnicole5.eventbrite.ca. Kensington Legion
April 15, 2013

All In For Children's Wish Poker Tournament

registration at childrenswish.ca or 587-880-3256
Deerfoot Inn & Casino April 16, 2013

Tubby Dog Pop-Up for BSD Party

7pm, $5
Commonwealth Bar & Stage April 16, 2013

Photo Walk with Cat Schick

part of This Is My City Festival 2013, noon-1pm. Meet in front of the horse sculptures, bring your camera
City Hall April 18, 2013

"Conscious Groove" - a fundraiser for the Alberta Children's Hospital

6pm featuring silent auctions, art pieces, fashion show and more. $10 at Aluminum Planet, ESPY or zoobis.com
Ubu Lounge April 18, 2013

Calgary Association of Self Help Annual Spring Garage Sale

Fri 11am-5pm, St 10am-3pm, calgaryselfhelp.com
Calgary Association of Self Help April 19 - 20, 2013

Calgary Youth Science Fair

cysf.org
Olympic Oval April 19 - 20, 2013

Two Wheel View's annual "Vehicle for Change" event

an evening of merriment, silent auction & live music by Conrad Walz and the Wrecking Ball. Raising funds to help create opportunities for young people to learn and practice lessons in leadership, health and wellness, self esteem through participation in bicycle education programs & expeditions. twowheelview.org
Ceili's Irish Pub & Restaurant - 4th Ave April 19, 2013

Calgary's First Quantum Cafe

6-9pm, some of Calgary's top thinkers will gather for a free public conversation about the latest ideas in quantum physics and quantum computing and how it may affect our everyday lives. Register at eventbrite.ca/event/5915195509/es2005/?rank=1
Melrose Cafe & Bar April 19, 2013

Night of Impact fundraiser

speakers and guests include Mr. Jim Gray, Mayor Nenshi, Rick Hanson, Chief Roland Willson. Proceeds will support the HEROES and About Face program, impactsociety.com
BMO Centre April 19, 2013

Chip Coffey - star of Paranormal State

on growing up psychic and what's coming up next. chipcoffeytour.com
Orpheus Theatre, SAIT April 20, 2013

AWA's Climb and Run for Wilderness

climbforwilderness.ca
Calgary Tower April 20, 2013

The Seed Event - education, experience, enlightenment for everyone

featuring Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, Guy Kawasaki, Theo Fleury, Dr. Jean Houston, Dr. Amit Goswami, David Wolfe & more. 10am-10pm, seedevent.org
BMO Centre April 20, 2013

Twelve hours of inspiration, education and entertainment will sow the seeds of change at The Seed Event 2013 on Saturday, April 20 at the BMO Centre.

The daylong event will feature nine guest speakers in fields of expertise ranging from nutrition and wellness to self-discovery ...

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4th Annual Vegan Bake Sale

100% of sales to be donated to the rescue and sanctuary for threatened animals. April 20 from 10am-3pm (or sell out), Community Natural Foods Chinook Station; and April 27 from 10am-3pm (or sell out) at Cozy Cottage Interiors, Okotoks
April 20, 2013

Six Minute Stories

part of This Is My City Festival 2013, 3-4:30pm, donation at the door. thisismycitycalgary.ca
Lunchbox Theatre April 20, 2013

The Calgary Womans Show

calgarywomansshow.com
BMO Centre April 20, 2013

Acadia Vintage Retro & Antiques Show

Acadia Recreation Complex April 20 - 21, 2013

Annual Book Bike Sale

9am-3pm in support of the Calgary Waldorf School. calgarywaldorf.org/bookbikebake/. Cougar Ridge
April 20, 2013

The Hippocratic Oath Big Band "Swing Into Spring"

7:30-11:30pm, $55 at 403-239-0030. Shrine Centre
April 20, 2013

15th Annual Youth Week Calgary Event

youthcentral.com/youthweek
April 20 - 27, 2013

A Vintage Affair - Vintage Wedding Showcase

12-4pm, $10/$12 at thevintageweddingshowcase.eventbrite.ca
Mount Pleasant Community Association April 21, 2013

Taurus forecasting with Donna Young

6:30pm
Pages on Kensington April 21, 2013

The Calgary Womans Show

calgarywomansshow.com
BMO Centre April 21, 2013

Down to Earth Day

celebrate local, green living from 12-4pm and discover practical, green solutions for your home & community. Kids learn & play in Kids' Zone, free admission. reapcalgary.com/earthday. International Avenue
April 21, 2013

Unique Lives & Experiences 2013 - Dr. Jane Goodall

from $38 at 403-294-9494 or uniquelives.com. 7:30pm
Jack Singer Concert Hall April 22, 2013

Volunteer Calgary's 17th Annual Leadership Awards

6pm, 403-231-1436
BMO Centre April 23, 2013

CMA Calgary Town Hall - looks at factors behind poor health

with panelists Dr. Anna Reid, Fred Phelps, Dr. Stan Houston, Dr. Evelyn Forget, Paul Wells & Ken MacQueen. 7-9pm, dialogue.healthcaretransformation.ca/en/
Theatre Junction Grand April 23, 2013

20th Annual Turning Points Event - "You + Me = 3"

with host Dave Kelly and speaker Bonnie Brooks. calgarywomensshelter.com for info & tickets
Hyatt Regency Hotel April 24, 2013

Spanish Festival

experience Spanish Arts and Culture featuring cuisine, music and movies. holaspain.ca
April 24 - 28, 2013

Spanish Festival Event Opener

an evening of song and dance with national artists performing "Sabores de Espana." holaspain.ca
National Music Centre April 24, 2013

This Is My City Festival Finale

8:45-10pm including spoken word by Kirk Miles, music from Drop-In Centre artists and This Is My City artists and supporters. thisismycitycalgary.ca. Arts Learning Centre
EPCOR CENTRE for the Performing Arts April 25, 2013

The Garden Variety Show - The Rebirth of Vaudeville

with magician Chris Lovely, Kit and Kaboodle Circus and music by Chuck Rose. 7:30pm, $10 at gardenvarietyshow.com
Loose Moose Theatre April 25, 2013

The I Am One community and Amped Up DJs

providing free music event from 11am-2pm, with a microphone available to speak out, some discussion on the Pay It Forward concept and more. facebook.com/PayItForwardDayCalgary
Olympic Plaza April 25, 2013

Calgary Comic & Entertainment Expo 2013

with Stan Lee, Chris Sarandon, "Weird Al" Yankovic and more. Fri 12-8pm, Sat 10am-7pm, Sun 10am-5pm. CalgaryExpo.com
BMO Centre April 26 - 28, 2013

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Community/Citywide Family Dance with Amped Up DJs

paying it forward, location TBD. facebook.com/PayItForwardDayCalgary
April 26, 2013

Muni Seva Ashram - Annual Fundraiser evening

information, entertainment, inspiration and food, with Guest of Honour Dr. Vikram Patel, performances by Misha Joshi, Diya Jivan, Jay Joshi, Shalaka Dixit and more. 7pm, $100, call 403-282-2725 or 403-618-2017. Calgary Dream Centre
April 26, 2013

Food Truck Frenzy

15 YYC Food Trucks together starting at 11am. East Village
April 26, 2013

Arabian Nights - Queen Esther Fundraiser

9pm-12am, an evening filled with music belly dancers, silent auction and more, $25/$35 at door
Mango Shiva Indian Bistro April 27, 2013

4th Annual Vegan Bake Sale

100% of sales to be donated to the rescue and sanctuary for threatened animals. April 20 from 10am-3pm (or sell out), Community Natural Foods Chinook Station; and April 27 from 10am-3pm (or sell out) at Cozy Cottage Interiors, Okotoks
April 27, 2013

The Hull Walk, Dance and Run

a family friendly fundraising event to help celebrate Hull's 50th Anniversary. Participants can choose between a 3 km walk and dance or a 5 km run, register at runningroom.com, $30 adults, $10 youth 10-17, free 9 and under. hullservices.ca
Fish Creek Park April 27, 2013

Spanish Festival - Spanish Fiesta

showcasing Spanish arts performed by local and national artists. Winston Heights Community Centre
April 27, 2013

A Day of Service

tearing down, expanding, rebuilding & beautifying the community garden at Maranatha church and Bow River cleanup in Bowness & Montgomery. facebook.com/PayItForwardDayCalgary
April 27, 2013

Mount Royal Conservatory Open House

10am-1pm, featuring faculty and staff on hand to talk about their wide variety of programs, and students performing throughout the day in the Wright and Leacock theatres
Mount Royal University April 27, 2013

Slow Art Day

a global celebration that encourages people to look at art slowly - and thereby experience it in a new way. 11am-1pm art viewing, 1-2pm lunch & discussion. Register at slowartglenbow2013.eventbrite.com/#
Glenbow Museum April 27, 2013

Mount Royal Conservatory Open House

10am-1pm, join us for a showcase of Conservatory programs, info sessions and booths featuring instructors for most disciplines. mtroyal.ca/conservatory
Mount Royal University April 27, 2013

Pregnancy and Loss Fundraiser

in support of the Calgary Health Trust, including pizza lunch, raffle, silent auction and bake sale. 11am-4pm. Fiddler's Green Pub, 8294 Centre St N
April 28, 2013

Imagination Movers Rock-O-Matic Tour 2013

family show, $32 at epcorcentre.org
Jack Singer Concert Hall April 29, 2013

Hillhurst Sunnyside Winter Farmers' Market

4-7pm
Hillhurst Sunnyside Community Centre May 1, 2013

Globe Art presents Space Prom

an evening of art, music, and delicious real butter. The lobby will be transformed into a pop-up gallery, there will be live music and visual projections. Guests are encouraged to dress up in their best prom attire (think Bowie's High School Graduation). $7 monthly membership, doors at 7pm, 18+ event. facebook.com/events/472459612823219/
Globe Cinema May 2, 2013

Cirque Du Soleil presents Amaluna

tickets at cirquedusoleil.com/amaluna
Stampede Park May 3 - 12, 2013

2013 Calgary International Beerfest

albertabeerfestivals.com
BMO Centre May 3 - 4, 2013

Cassie Campbell Street Hockey Festival in support of Ronald McDonald House

cassie77.com
Olympic Oval May 3 - 4, 2013

Bike to Work Day 2013

inviting all Calgarians to choose their bicycle as a form of transportation in order to get to work, promoting environmental responsibility and encouraging building strong communities and a healthy lifestyle
May 3, 2013

An Evening to Remember Gala

working to raise awareness about suicide, the needs of families left behind, and how we can help. $50, yourlifecounts.org/lbda. The Petroleum Club
May 3, 2013

Gripping Tails Book Sale

Four Feet Companion Foundation. Mount Royal Station, 2317 - 10 St SW
May 4, 2013

1st Annual Father & Daughter Princess Ball presented by the CPO - SOLD OUT

a magical father/daughter dress up evening for young girls ages three and up which includes sit-down dinner, DJ, silent auction and girly activities including face painting, photo booth, craft booth & bling boutique. 5:30-9:30pm, cpo-live.com
Fairmont Palliser Hotel May 4, 2013

4th Annual Canadian Rockies Bass Bash

bass guitar, two-day hands-on clinic with line-up including Adam Nitti, Quintin Berry, JD DeServio, Dave Fowler, Jory Kinjo & Peter Davyduck. canrockbassbash.com. OCL Studios
May 4 - 5, 2013

Chestermere's Country Connection Spring Festival

10am-4pm, with kid zone activities, petting zoo, marketplace, rabbit show & competition, entertainment and more. chestermerecrca.com
Chestermere Regional Rec Centre May 4, 2013

Investors Group Stars on Ice

4pm featuring Patrick Chan, Kurt Browning, Tessa Virtue & Scott Moir,Kaetlyn Osmond, Joannie Rochette, Jeffrey Buttle, Ashley Wagner, Sinead & John Kerr & Shawn Sawyer, $25 TM
Scotiabank Saddledome May 5, 2013

Moe-Shelley Spring Craft Sale

2pm
Bamboo Tiki Room May 5, 2013

Mount Pleasant Potters' Guild Spring Pottery Sale

10am-4pm
Triwood Community Centre May 5, 2013

Cinco De Mayo

professional wrestling exhibition, salsa, mariachi, latin theatre and more. Tuxedo Park
May 5, 2013

Hike for Hospice Calgary

raising funds for Sage Centre and Rosedale Hospice, hike is followed by a BBQ lunch. Register at http://ow.ly/jqZrl
Fish Creek Park May 5, 2013

Mental Health Week

Launch on the Street May 6, 7:30-9:30am at Centre Street, 3rd Street & 6th Street C-Train stations, Live Twitter chat series Mon, Tue, Thur, Fri 11am-1pm, Wed 4-6pm, Dance Walk May 8 on Stephen Ave SW noon, Happy is the New Black - night of laughter, music and more 6:30-9:30pm National Music Centre. mentalhealthweek.ca for complete schedule of events
May 6 - 12, 2013

Dishcrawl Calgary presents Indulge Stephen Avenue Walk

a pub-crawl, but with food. 7pm, $69 dishcrawl.com/stephenavenue/ for complete details
May 7, 2013

Annual General Meeting & EWB in Canada

7-8:30pm, calgary@ewb.ca for info
West Hillhurst Community Centre May 7, 2013

AGC Cooks

an annual celebration showcasing Calgary's top chefs in a friendly culinary competition. 5:30-10:30pm, rsvp
Art Gallery of Calgary May 8, 2013

Kit and Kaboodle Circus

community based music and circus performance with magicians, dancers, clowns, light spinners, acrobats, comedians, hoopers, storytellers and more. info@kitandkaboodlecalgary.com
Festival Hall May 8 - 12, 2013

cultureHOUSE Party

7pm, DJs, live abstract painting by Mandy Stobo for auction, silent auction, costume-filled photo booth and much more. $100/$40 at tickets.theatrejunction.com
Theatre Junction Grand May 9, 2013

4th Annual Girls Night Out

an evening of entertainment, shopping and exploring in the neighbourhood of Inglewood, 5-9pm. calgary-inglewood.com
May 9, 2013

Adults Only Night - The Amazing Human Body

6-10pm, sparkscience.ca
TELUS Spark May 9, 2013

JCC 24th Annual Sports Dinner featuring cyclist Tyler Hamilton

a fundraiser for the Calgary Jewish Community Centre, calgaryjcc.com
Calgary Jewish Centre May 9, 2013

Royal Canadian Circus

royalcanadiancircus.ca. Crossroads Furniture Mart parking lot
May 10 - 12, 2013

La Bella Notte - A Fundraising Evening in support of Centre for Opera Studies in Italy

Italian music, food & wine, silent auction and live alumni performance. 6:30pm, $60 at co-si.com/events/
Christ Church Elbow Park May 10, 2013

CBC - Calgary Reads Book Sale

Fri noon-8pm, Sat 9am-6pm, Sun 9am-4pm. calgaryreads.com/the-booksale-is-coming/. Calgary Curling Club
May 10 - 12, 2013

8th Annual All-Star Weekend in support of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Calgary and Area

a two-day event featuring over 40 professional athletes including CFL all-stars and hall of famers, Olympian speed skaters, skeleton pilots, downhill and freestyle skiers and snowboarders in a celebrity golf tournament, plus a fun-filled football camp for kids and an All-Star Gala. allstarweekend.ca for info and to register
May 10 - 11, 2013

Driven 2013

indoor trade and car show, $17/$10. drivenshow.ca
Olympic Oval May 11, 2013

New Canadian Friendship Centre (NCFC) Grand Opening

10am-5pm, ncfcentre.com
May 11, 2013

25th Anninversary Charity BBQ Day

hosted by M&M Meat Shops, 10am-4pm. mmmeatshops.com for info
May 11, 2013

Mother's Day Weekend Tea Party

11am-1pm, leightoncentre.org
Leighton Art Centre May 11, 2013

Annual Royal LePage National Garage Sale for Shelter

100% of funds raised going towards local women's shelters and ending violence against women and children. 8am-3pm, WillowRidge Community Centre, 680 Acadia Dr SE
May 11, 2013

Asian Heritage Month celebration

1pm with performance by the Midnight Taiko Drummers and other cultural activities
Glenbow Museum May 11, 2013

29th Annual Antique Watch and Clock Show & Sale

10am-4pm, Holy Nativity Church Hall, 12707 Bonaventure Dr SW
May 11, 2013

MoMondays - a mix of open mic comedy and expert talks

six to eight professional speakers and ordinary people take the stage to share their stories. momondays.com
The Comedy Cave May 13, 2013

Calgary Dollars (C$) Mother's Day Flea Market

6-8pm, calgarydollars.ca
May 13, 2013

Super Mobile Con 2013

half-day mobile conference for Alberta's business leaders, early adopters and creative professionals with keynote speaker Jouari Santiago. 12-6pm, supermobilecon.eventbrite.com
Hotel Arts May 14, 2013

Sneak Peek: Public Art 2013

sneak peek at the public art destined for communities around our city including the downtown core, New Brighton, South Calgary, Windsor Park, Beltline, Harvest Hills, Parkdale & Inglewood. 6:30-8:30pm, register at yycpublicart.eventbrite.ca
John Dutton Theatre May 15, 2013

Royal Canadian Circus

royalcanadiancircus.ca. Crossroads Furniture Mart parking lot
May 16 - 20, 2013

Flow in the Dark

yoga event beginning at 10pm, but with live music, food trucks and more from 8pm. East Village
May 16, 2013

Out for Lunch Talk: Asian Heritage Month - Buddha's Birthday

noon, celebrate with a talk and a ceremony, followed by cake and refreshments. $5
Glenbow Museum May 17, 2013

16U Canadian West Open Volleyball Association Tournament

albertavolleyball.com
Olympic Oval May 18 - 20, 2013

Guyana Independence Day Celebration Dinner and Dance

6pm, $40/$45 at door, semi-formal dress. gcca-calgary.com. Winston Heights Community Hall
May 18, 2013

Banff Children's Festival

free family swim, lunchtime bbq, bouncy castles, crafts, stories, Fly'n Bob's one-man Circus, Mermaid Theatre and more. banffcentre.ca
Banff Centre May 18, 2013

3rd Annual Serbian Festival

homemade food, cultural exhibits, sports competitions and more. Sat 11am-6pm, Sun 12-6pm
South Calgary Community Association May 18 - 19, 2013

Dance 'n Dogs - presented by "We Should Know Each Other' and Calgary Contemporary Dance Collective

a free social event where Calgarians can meet dance artists, 7-10pm
Tubby Dog May 19, 2013

RoyalTea Baby Shower

in honour of the arrival of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge's baby. Tea starts at 1pm, guests will enjoy Afternoon Tea, a performance by The School of Alberta Ballet, violinist Sophie Serafino, shower games and more. royalteababyshower.eventbrite.ca/#
Fairmont Palliser Hotel May 19, 2013

Calgary International Children's Festival 2013

internationally acclaimed shows for all ages, dozen of outdoor activities, calgarykidsfest.ca
May 22 - 25, 2013

Single Onion #105 - Open-Mic Extravaganza!

show up before 7:30pm, add your name to the list, then present one poem (max five min) to the audience. singleonoin.com
Black Betty Burger & Wine Bar May 23, 2013

NAGVA Tournament

presented by the North Amercan Gay Volleyball Associaton, nagvacalgary2013.com
Olympic Oval May 24 - 26, 2013

Calgary Lifestyle Expo 2013

Fri 4pm-10pm, Sat 1am-6pm. calgarylifestyleexpo.com
Acadia Recreation Complex May 24 - 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

Chestermere Fine Art Guild

art show & sale, 10am-5pm MPP Room
Chestermere Regional Rec Centre May 25, 2013

JPMF Pub Night fundraiser

6-11pm, $25, silent auction, door prizes, UFC 160, NHL Playoffs. jpmf.ca for tix
Limericks Traditional Public House 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

Repair Cafe Calgary

inviting the public to bring their repairable household goods to have skilled volunteers fix them. 10am-4pm, repaircafecalgary.org.
Rehabilitation Society of Calgary 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

Servants Anonymous Society of Calgary fundraiser with national advocate Natasha Falle

6-10pm, $75/$85 at door, servantsanon.eventbrite.com or 403-205-5549
Venue 1008 May 30, 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

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

Calgary Underwear Affair

in support of cancers "below the belt." undercoverthecure.org or 403-269-3337 for info
Max Bell Centre 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

Caprices Fine Arts summer event

featuring a vast array of art, livemusic, Mehndi, food truck and more. Suggested admission is $3 donation. 10am-3pm
Thorncliffe Greenview Community Association June 1, 2013

Clothesline Festival and Art Sale

10am-5pm, leightoncentre.org
Leighton Art Centre 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

Clothesline Festival and Art Sale

10am-5pm, leightoncentre.org
Leighton Art Centre 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

Calgary Circus Studio Year End Show

showcasing the talents of our recreational circus program, 6:30-7:30pm, $25 at calgarycircusstudio.eventbrite.com
Calgary Jewish Centre June 8, 2013

Carifest

Caribbean music, parade, movie night, Sunshine Festival and more. 11am-7pm, carifestcalgary.com
Shaw Millennium Park 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

World Partnership Walk

in support of a campaign to fight global poverty. worldpartnershipwalk.com
Prince's Island Park 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

timeraiser.ca/calgary
Flames Central 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

Community Cultivated: A Local Silent Art Auction and Grassroots Fundraiser

10-15 local artists, local bands and more. 7:30-9:30pm, communitycultivated.blogspot.com
Royal Canadian Legion #1 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

Millarville "Run To the Farmers' Market" Half Marathon

7:30am, 21.1 km, $65/$75, millarvillehalfmarathon.com
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

Alberta Rockies Gay Rodeo

argra.org. Strathmore AG Society Grounds
June 28 - 30, 2013

Calgary Stampede

calgarystampede.com
Stampede Park July 5 - 14, 2013

Stampede breakfast

8:30-11:30am, faccalgary.com
First Alliance Church July 6, 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

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

Taste of Calgary

tasteofcalgary.com
Eau Claire Market August 15 - 18, 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

BBQ on the Bow Festival

live music & BBQ, bbqonthebow.com
Eau Claire Market September 1, 2013

Beakerhead

an entertaining and educational display of creativity and technology through interactive works of art. beakerhead.org
September 11 - 15, 2013

Type

Date

Keyword

Friday, September 14th

Special Events

The A Train

Leukemia and Lymphoma Benefit Concert and Silent Auction with Magnolia Buckskin

Ron Klusmeier's Tour of a Lifetime

The Famous 5 Foundation Youth Awards

Fabulous in the Fall Market

P.I.Y.: Print It Yourself! Festival

Calgary Pinball and Arcade Show

Life Without Limits challenge

Tuscany Harvest Festival

The Wave of the Future

12th Annual Feast of Fields

Sharing Our Culture - a Treaty 7 PowWow

Fabulous in the Fall Market

P.I.Y.: Print It Yourself! Festival

Indy Bike Challenge 2012

Red & White Calgary Comic & Toy Expo

Strive for Thrive fun run/walk

Calgary Digital Artists

A Movie in the Mountains - Blast from the Past Drive-In Event

YWCA Walk a Mile in Her Shoes fundraising event

Bow Habitat Station's Discovery Centre Interactive Info Evenings

8th Annual Hot Dog Eating Contest with MC Chad Saunders

Live DJ, Alberta Children's Hospital fundraiser

Minute of Silence - Moment of Peace

Taste & See - Fire Exit Theatre's Season Launch Celebration

Calgary Police Service Community Information Fair

La Soirée presented by La Caravan Dance Threatre

Cliff Bungalow Community Picnic

There's No Place Like Home - Animal Rescue Adoption Fair

Calgary Basset Waddle

Toopy & Binoo

24th Annual Shindig

Maritime Kitchen Party - Inaugural Fundraiser

Equinox in Union Cemetery - A Vigil

First Annual Calgary Horror-Con

Find It: Pop-ups in Inglewood & Ramsay

Stride Gallery catalogue launch

2012 AIDS Walk for Life

Rock the House Run presented by Apache

Calgary Peace Run

3rd Annual Food For Thought

Rock n' Roll River Cleanup

"Yappy Hour" fundraiser for Oops-a-Dazy Rescue and Sanctuary Society

Argentine Tango Professional Series: Alejandro Ziegler Cuerteto

Ex-Treme Makeovers: Breakup Edition

Particle + Wave - A Festival of Media Arts

Bow Habitat Station's Discovery Centre Interactive Info Evenings

The Olympic Oval Gala

Big Talk Under the Big Top - 2012 Calgary Slam Team Fundraiser

Alberta Culture Days at King Edward School

Vet-U-Can

10th Annual Artist Home + Studio Tour

Talisman Centre - Free Open House

Doors Open YYC - DO YYC Naked

Battle of the Badges - Calgary Firefighters vs. Edmonton Faded Blues Cops featuring the Hanson Brothers

10th EcoLiving Fair

La Nostalgia Remix: Solid Gold

Top THAT Hat - an evening of fun, fashion and philanthropy

Argentine Tango Gala

2012 Men's Expo

Samaritan Club of Calgary: Super Garage Sale

Movie Under The Stars

Sweet City Lip Dub

Alberta 55 Plus Winter Games Volunteer Rally!

Open Sukkah

Connect With the Past, Create the Future community event

2012 Men's Expo

Tubby Dog's 7th Birthday

Youth Employment Centre Online Hiring Blitz

Hillhurst-Sunnyside Farmers' Market hosts a Harvest Fair

ProArts@Noon - Soulocentric Festival participants

Soulocentric Festival 2012

Open Sukkah

Astronomy Night - Legends of the Fall