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Join us for a special edition of Forever Young: Seniors' Wednesdays, and celebrate lifelong connections to music with interactive experiences for all ages. Instrument Petting Zoo invites participants of all ages to feel like a kid again and explore a wide variety of musical instruments. Approach instruments with curiosity and playfulness as you try strings,...
Join us for a special edition of Forever Young: Seniors' Wednesdays at Studio Bell, home of the National Music Centre, featuring interactive experiences for all ages that spark memories, inspire creativity, and create connections across generations.Circles of Rhythm is an interactive drum circle where participants of all ages and experience levels come together to make...
INTRODUCING is Christine Klassen Gallery’s ongoing exhibition series dedicated to presenting artists newly joining the gallery roster. This year's edition welcomes two additional Calgary creatives, photographer Philip Kanwischer and Métis artist Tayler Schenkeveld, two distinct voices whose practices explore our relationship with place, identity, and the natural world. While their approaches differ, both artists invite...
The Challenge is simple — read every day this summer.Everyone can be part of the Ultimate Summer Challenge. This shared reading adventure is a great way to connect, discover, and keep learning through the summer months.From July 1 to August 31, read, attend programs, explore new stories, and have fun at the Library as part...
Current is a new series of public art activations presented by The New Gallery (TNG), transforming the Bow River pathway into a flowing corridor of creativity. Connecting Calgary’s cultural landmarks and natural landscapes, these activations merge art, nature, and community through installation, performance, and interactive projects. It invites audiences to experience the city through the...
Bobby Dove is a Canadian singer-songwriter who is quickly becoming a magnetic presence in the world of country and Americana music. With a voice as powerful as their storytelling, Dove pays tribute to the golden age of country, while crafting original, emotionally charged songs that are fresh off the heart-worn highway. Bobby’s internationally acclaimed sophomore...
Chandler Billinghurst is a comedian with the kind of name that sounds like he should either own a vineyard or get heckled at one. He brings sharp observations, quick turns, and just enough charm to make terrible life choices seem relatable. On stage, Chandler mixes wit and honesty, finding the funny in everyday chaos, awkward...
Lukas Nelson is an American singer-songwriter, guitarist, and the son of country legend Willie Nelson. Known for his Americana sound that blends rock and country, he has released acclaimed albums like A Few Stars Apart and the solo record American Romance. He also won a Grammy for co-writing and producing on Lady Gaga's A Star...
Photography Editing Sessions is a casual drop-in gathering where photographers can work on selecting, editing, and processing their images in a supportive group setting. Whether you're reviewing a recent photo walk, travel photos, client work, or a personal project, the session provides dedicated time to make progress while connecting with fellow photographers. Participants are encouraged to...
This summer, the Calgary Surge & The City of Calgary's Downtown Strategy team have partnered to bring back Surge City Hoops, and our FREE youth basketball clinics to the heart of our city.Join us for free basketball clinics every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday from June through September, hosted at the Century Gardens Basketball Courts (826...
A vibrant weekly club meant for both first-time fabric artists and veterans. Bring your project and chat with out knitters and crocheters, or join us for an introductory lesson!Who We Are Carya is a social impact agency that has been responding to the evolving social needs of the Calgary community since 1910. Today, with over...
Newzones is pleased to present G’ddy Up!, our annual summer group exhibition celebrating Calgary’s western spirit through a contemporary artistic lens.Presented in conjunction with the Calgary Stampede, G’ddy Up! brings together works by Kevin Sonmor, Dianne Bos, Evelyne Brader-Frank, Casey McGlynn, and other gallery artists whose work reflects the landscapes, traditions, and visual culture that...
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