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Get in the Christmas Spirit with Alberta Ballet

If you’re looking to get yourself and your family into the holiday spirit, get a direct injection of the season with Alberta Ballet’s The Nutcracker! Just up the hill at the Jubilee Auditorium, catch the matinee performances this weekend and get carried away to Christmas with the 10th anniversary performance of this holiday classic.

Between the sets, the performances, and the orchestra, there is something in The Nutcracker for everyone and all ages. With Christmas just days away, the weekend matinee shows are a great opportunity to raise the spirits of even the grinchiest grinch this season. Make sure you arrive a little early and leave time for all the great pre-show activities, such as a live reading of The Nutcracker and a photo booth featuring the Snow Tsarina and sleigh from the show!

The Nutcracker will be at the Jubilee Auditorium up until Christmas Eve, so get your tickets and take in the fantastic Christmas classic!

Everything you need to know and to purchase tickets, visit: https://www.albertaballet.com/nutcracker

 

 

“Make It Calgary” Expo

Need some gift ideas or to wrap-up some holiday shopping? Check out “Make It Calgary.” This travelling expo will be visiting Deerfoot City with over 130 vendors from December 6th to the 9th and makes for a great opportunity to put a dent in a special someone’s wish-list. Strictly showcasing handmade goods, market vendors feature whatever gift ideas you’re looking for; from clothes, candles, home decor, jewelry, and much more.

The expo hours are:
Thursday and Friday – 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Saturday – 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Sunday – 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The market can be found in Building N, around the corner from the Rec Room.

 

Come – The Holiday Market is Here

The annual West Hillhurst Community Association Holiday Market is back and is better than ever!  This Saturday, join us for wonderful beginning of the holiday shopping season.  Come on down and check out the 50 + artisans tables full of original handcrafted items such as food, drink, clothing, jewelry and so much more!

The family-friendly event if FREE to attend so come on down!  Meet your neighbours, experience the art and enjoy the seasonal background music.  Are you looking for particular items you are shopping for?  Check out what you can expect down at the market below:

Baking, Sewing, Hand-painted Wood Ornaments
Soap, scrubs, Lotions, Bath Bombs
Indian food
Papercut Artwork, Greeting Cards, Magnets
Knitting
Photography
Victorian Decorations and Ornaments
Crystal Sun-Catchers, Stocking Stuffers
Christmas Wreaths
Custom Gemstone, Pearl and Jade Jewelry
Ornamental Woodwork
Mosaic+Marble Painted Coasters
Handcrafted Jewelry
Reclaimed Wood Artwork
Pickling, Canning
Food Magnets from Polymer Clay
ZooOriginals
Fabric Bags, Cushion Covers, Wallets
Handmade Baskets
Living Planters
Knitted Hats, Headbands, Ponchos
Wood Turned Bowls, Boxes, Pens, Vases
Mini Sleighs and Wreaths
Custom Art Work, Fantasy Creatures
Reclaimed Fabric Items, Peanut Brittle
Sock Monkeys
Brazen Beef Jerky
Children’s Book Author

 

Calgary European Film Festival

The multiculturalism in Calgary continues to grow and so does the support of art not just locally, but internationally as well.  Come be apart of the European film industry with the Calgary European Film Festival!

As reported on the Avenue Calgary website, “Order some popcorn and settle in to watch some European films at the Calgary European Film Festival. Now in its seventh year, the annual film festival features movies from 18 countries including France, Croatia, Moldova, Spain, Greece and more. All the movies featured during the festival are played in the original language they were shot in with English subtitles.”

Time:
Times vary

Cost

TBA

Location

Globe Cinema
617 8 Ave. S.W.
Calgary, AB
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For more information or to inquire about time and ticket pricing, please check out the Calgary European Film Festival website here.

Calgary Pride Week

Calgary Pride Week officially runs August 24 – September 3, 2018.  This is a week to show the cultural diversity, inclusion and support from companies and people across southern Alberta.  Through out the week, there are many adult-only events taking place, but more importantly, over the weekend, there will be tons of family-friendly, age appropriate activities taking place.  Found on the Calgary Pride and Visit Calgary website, here is the general information about the Pride Parade and Pride in the Park:

 

Diversity and inclusivity

Why Go

AUGUST 24 to SEPTEMBER 3, 2018 Celebrating 27 Years of Pride! The annual Calgary Pride Festival celebrates our city’s diverse and inclusive community, through a variety of events throughout the week. Join us for concerts, plays, parties, history walks, panel discussions, and the free signature Parade and Pride in the Park. PARADE The signature Calgary Pride Parade is one of the most colourful celebrations of the year! This family friendly parade sees upwards of 60,000 spectators as nearly 150 entries from community groups, corporations, politicians, churches and public services roll through the heart of downtown, and celebrates the tremendous diversity of Calgary’s community. PRIDE IN THE PARK Immediately following the Parade, join us for this massive free outdoor party, complete with live music from local, national and international performers, a marketplace of community groups and pride inspired merchandise, a selection of some of the best food trucks rolling the streets of Calgary, the Village Brewery beer gardens, and a family zone with crafts and activities for kids of all ages.

What’s Great

The signature Calgary Pride Parade is one of the most colourful celebrations of the year! This family friendly parade draws 60,000 spectators and nearly 150 entries and is capped off by Pride in the Park, a free outdoor party with beer gardens, delicious food trucks and live music.

Local Tip:

Pride is family friendly. Pride in the Park features a family zone with crafts and activities for children.

 

Calgary Pride Parade 2018

September 2, 2018 @ 11:00 am – 1:00 pm

Free

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The signature Calgary Pride Parade is one of the most colourful celebrations of the year! This family friendly parade sees upwards of 60,000 spectators as over 150 entries from community groups, corporations, politicians, churches and public services roll through the heart of downtown, and celebrates the tremendous diversity of Calgary’s community.

PLEASE NOTE THAT THE START TIME HAS CHANGED TO 11:00AM

Date:
September 2, 2018
Time:
11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Cost:
Free
Event Category:

Organizer

Calgary Pride
Website:
calgarypride.ca

 

September 2, 2018 @ 11:00 am – 6:00 pm

Free

Join us for one of Calgary’s largest FREE outdoor cultural celebrations, immediately following the Pride Parade. Enjoy live music on the main stage, activities for youth and children in the family zone, a cold beer or refreshing cocktail in the Village Brewery Beer Gardens, or get better acquainted with the local community as your browse the marketplace.

Date:
September 2, 2018
Time:
11:00 am – 6:00 pm
Cost:
Free
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Red Rock Diner – A Performance

Description

Stage West Theatre’s 2017/2018 season closes out with the musical Red Rock Diner. Classic ’50s hits like “Crying,” and “Jailhouse Rock,” soundtrack this infectiously fun musical about coming of age during the 1950s’ burgeoning rock ‘n’ roll scene. Taking place at the Stage West Theatre Restaurant, audience members can treat themselves to a meal and a show.

“Toe-tapping beats, a nostalgic song list…an enjoyable summer performance.” 
– Monica Miller, The Vancouver Observer

“…the energy is so contagious…well-choreographed fun.” 
– Samantha Thompson, The Runner

 “Inspiring entertainment…a palpable energy that has the crowd moving.” 
– katherinerene.com

Five teens come of age while DJ Red Robinson plays the biggest hits of the 1950s. From the raucous “Great Balls of Fire” and “Jailhouse Rock” to ballads like “Cry”, this infectious musical captures the excitement and innocence of the city’s burgeoning rock ‘n’ roll scene.

Inspired by Red Robinson’s early days in radio, playwright Dean Regan created Red Rock Diner to showcase Robinson’s legendary broadcasting career and influential voice that he used to spin the records that shaped the rock ‘n’ roll landscape of the 1950s. Filled with energy, phenomenal talent, and great music, Red Rock Diner will leave you singing and dancing along to all of the songs you grew up with and have come to love!

Time:
Times vary

For more information, visit:
stagewestcalgary.com or Avenue Calgary

 

Milk Carton Kids at the Calgary Folk Music Festival

As reported on Avenue Calgary, “The Milk Carton Kids’ sound wouldn’t be out of place in the 1960s. The American indie duo has been performing since 2011 and will be on the mainstage on Saturday, July 25. Other performers at this year’s festival include The Strumbellas, Patrick Watson and Buffy Sainte-Marie. This year’s Calgary Folk Music Festival runs from July 23 to July 26.”

For more information and to purchase your tickets for a weekend full of fun, entertainment and music, check out the Calgary Folk Music Festival website here.

Alberta Mustangs Auto Club 35th Annual Presidential Show and Shine

For many of us, we love looking at historical and antique vehicles.  Some of us, we have our favourite ‘American Muscle’.  For those particulars, the Ford Mustang is the icon for the American muscle, sexiness and pure young luxury.  The iconic Mustang has gone through its’ share of some spectacular design and technological changes, followed by something that would leave us to desire.  However, the Mustang remains a house-hold name and there is almost a cult-like following.

Join the Alberta Mustangs Auto Club for their annual Show and Shine event on June 16th, 2017 from 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. to get your fill of Mustangs and other Ford products.  Check out the historical and antique rides or check out the modernized vehicles of today.  For more information, please check out Global Calgary’s Event page:  https://globalnews.ca/event/4177964/alberta-mustangs-auto-club-35th-annual-presidential-show-and-shine/

Ellen is HERE!

The only Canadian stop, Ellen DeGeneres has chosen to speak to a very lucky crowd of Calgarians at the Scotia Bank Saddledome April 21, 2018.  We have all seen her on television, now experience the fun, loving, excitable and personable celebrity in person.  Ellen has inspired fans & people around the world and has been a supporting voice & advocate for the LGTBQ community.

As reported on Global News, “A Conversation with Ellen DeGeneres” will highlight her one-of-a-kind humour during a moderated question-and-answer conversation on Saturday, April 21.

The comedian and daytime talk show host will deliver “inspiring and hilarious experiences” for her fans.

DeGeneres has earned recognition as a household name and a global entertainer.”

For more information or to order your tickets for tomorrow’s conversation, click here.

The Price is Right Live

The Price is Right Live is coming back to the Grey Eagle Resort & Casino.  Come on down and enjoy the interactive game show that is sure to get the audience going.  Have your chance to play a game and spin the big wheel.

 

As reported on the Grey Eagle Resort & Casino website, “The Price is Right Live is the hit interactive stage show that gives eligible individuals the chance to “Come on Down” and play classic games from television’s longest running and most popular game show. Contestants can win cash, appliances, vacations, and possibly even a new car by playing favorites like Plinko, Cliffhangers, The Big Wheel and the fabulous Showcase.”

* Want to play? No purchase necessary. To enter theatre to watch the show a ticket purchase is required. Ticket purchase will not increase your chances of being selected to play. Odds of being selected are based on number of registrants. For an opportunity to be selected as a contestant guests must register. Registration will open 3 hours prior to each show and close precisely at the scheduled showtime. Contestants will be selected in a random draw. Must be 18 years or older to register. Residents of Quebec and Puerto Rico are ineligible to participate as contestants. Approximate number of prizes available per show: 60. Approximate potential retail value of prizing per show: CAN $36,000. All Potential winners will be required to correctly answer a time mathematical skill-testing question. Subject to all federal, state, provincial and local laws. Void where prohibited. For complete show rules visit the Box Office or applicable registration location.

All Ages Welcome. Must be 18+ to register to play.

EVENT DETAILS

Doors Open At: 7:00PM
Event Time: 8:00PM
Event Cost: Starts At: $39.00

To purchase your tickets,
click here.