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SUMMARY:Heritage Calgary’s Report to the Community
DESCRIPTION:Please join us on Monday\, June 15\, 2026\, for Heritage Calgary’s Report to the Community at The Heather Edwards Theatre in Contemporary Calgary from 2-4 PM. \nAs part of the event\, we will discuss Calgary’s Olympic history and the legacy of the 1988 Winter Olympics with people representing the past\, present and future of our Olympic legacy. \nFollowing the panel\, you are invited to join us for refreshments and networking.
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/emobkhuh2m-heritage-calgarys-report-to-the-community/
LOCATION:Contemporary Calgary\, 701 11 Street Southwest\, Calgary\, Ab\, T2P 2C4
CATEGORIES:Education
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SUMMARY:Language Processing in Minds and Machines
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a rich evening of linguistics with scientist Dr. Brian Dillon\, Ph.D. talking about artificial intelligence and human language. In the 21st century\, particularly in a multicultural society such as Canada\, an understanding of language is critical to all aspects of our cultural\, social and political interactions. Linguistic models and theories underlie many of the technologies we rely on\, including speech recognition\, chatbots\, and generative artificial intelligence. Now more than ever\, it is essential for the public to understand how language and linguistics contribute to a well-functioning society. Linguistics is a diverse field of study with a wide spectrum of research underpinning many disciplines and professional fields.  \n\nApplied fields like Speech-Language Pathology and Natural Language Processing rely on theoretical and experimental linguistics. In this event\, Dr. Brian Dillon\, Ph.D. will discuss the current debates about the fundamental nature of human language\, the role that artificial intelligence has to play in understanding this aspect of ourselves\, and the role that linguistic science has to play in understanding what makes us human. The talk will be preceded and followed by a light reception and an exhibition showcasing research currently being conducted by UCalgary linguistics students. \n\nDuring the reception/exhibition\, audience members will have an opportunity to talk to the students about the research they do and participate in research demos. \nNote that registration for the event is free but required and it will close when we reach capacity.
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/r1vzq30h9-language-processing-in-minds-and-machines/
LOCATION:Contemporary Calgary\, 701 11 Street Southwest\, Calgary\, Ab\, T2P 2C4
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SUMMARY:Calgary on Purpose
DESCRIPTION:In this time of stress and confusion we deeply value the opportunity to gather in a caring community delighting in the good will and remarkable talents of our neighbors. Each of us has an opportunity to contribute to building an even better Calgary and it can only be done together. Come be energized by delight\, conversation\, and community connection.  \n\n The theme of our June 17 event is “men in our lives”. \nThe guests are the very funny and insightful author Will Ferguson\, brothers Jason and Sheldon Valleau the founders of the Polyjesters who self describe as “a Canadian Swing Band bent on world domination” and new spoken word creation by Priscille Buckahsa. Our estimable MC\, Dave Kelly\, will share a new story on the complexity of family life and lead a good conversation about what is possible for our beloved Calgary.  \n\n **FREE to attend. Spots are limited.** \n\n Guests are welcome and encouraged to stay after the formal event to mingle and continue the conversation. Paid bar will be available. \nPlease pre-register to reserve your seat—and invite your friends\, family\, and colleagues.  \n\n **Calgary on Purpose events are gifts to our community. If you register for one of our evenings\, please make every effort to attend. If for some reason you can’t\, please give up your spot so that others can join.** \n\nThanks to the support of the many Calgary on Purpose volunteers\, Calgary Arts Development\, and Contemporary Calgary the evening is free of charge.
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/pfvi1fg6z-calgary-on-purpose/
LOCATION:Contemporary Calgary\, 701 11 Street Southwest\, Calgary\, Ab\, T2P 2C4
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SUMMARY:Simran Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Learn about Simran\, a focused practice for the mind designed to help you build clarity and resilience. Through guided sessions\, you will learn how to quieten the mind and build an inner practice you can keep coming back to for a deeper\, peaceful connection with your true self.  \nFREE and OPEN TO ALL.
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/gole1q4hb-simran-workshop/
LOCATION:Contemporary Calgary\, 701 11 Street Southwest\, Calgary\, Ab\, T2P 2C4
CATEGORIES:Education
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SUMMARY:Power of Connection Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Develop sharper attention and deeper awareness to strengthen connection and collaboration.  \nThis hands-on workshop invites you to experience togetherness through sound\, drawing and movement\, offering an opportunity to connect more deeply with yourself and others while creating collaborative artwork.  \nFREE and OPEN TO ALL.
URL:https://exploredowntownyyc.com/event-calendar/kovmcymk0-power-of-connection-workshop/
LOCATION:Contemporary Calgary\, 701 11 Street Southwest\, Calgary\, Ab\, T2P 2C4
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