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Having made the mistake of marrying for love, Clarke and Cora Mariner are reminded upon renewed acquaintance with their former sweethearts, of all the riches their foolishness has denied them, and the simultaneous thought occurs to them that perhaps it’s not too late to try again. But, as divorce is unthinkable in their circle, murder appears to be the only answer, whereupon they try to do away with each other; their diabolical plans goes awry to the extent of nine unintended victims.

Olympic Plaza and Stephen Avenue will be filled with music, performances, and visual art throughout Chinook Blast. The diverse lineup of talented artists includes an Exposure Photography Festival exhibition; a radically inclusive and fully improvised concert with One Big JAM; a GlobalFest showcase featuring Japanese drumming and a Caribbean steel drum band; itsy bitsy puppet shows; a fiery performance from aGoGo Fire and Flow; a Black History Month reggae celebration and more.

As part of the observance of Black History Month, The Military Museums will be hosting an exhibition in the Atrium from February 2 to the 29. The exhibition aims to showcase the valuable role and sacrifices made by Black Canadian Soldiers from The First World War to the present day.

Exposure is an annual festival that celebrates photography, hosting thoughtfully curated exhibitions that showcase internationally renowned practitioners alongside emerging and established talent from Alberta at various Calgary venues.

Calgary Unplugged is an annual family-friendly Earth Hour event. Date: Saturday, March 23, 2024 Time: 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Location: Central Library (800 3 Street SE) Join us for music, entertainment, and opportunities to experience what environmental actions you can take in Calgary. Pedal power midway games and experience how our natural world affects our daily lives. Bring personal lighting and dance to the DJ when the lights go down for the Earth Hour party! Calgary Unplugged is hosted by The Arusha Centre's Climate Program, with support from The City of Calgary and community agencies. If you can't make it to the event, turning off nonessential lights, "unplug" from electronics at 8:30 and reconnect with people, games or hobbies! After Earth Hour, share your participation with #EarthHour and #EarthHourYYC. Email programs@arusha.org with questions.

This sweet festival sees cafes, restaurants, and chocolatiers compete for the coveted titles of YYC’s Best Hot Chocolate, Best Spirited Hot Chocolate, and Cup The Runneth Over Award. Calgarians can sip a variety of hot cocoas and determine the blend that roasts them all.

Mirror Mirror seamlessly blends creative expression and interactive innovation to create an ever-evolving playground of immersive art. Spanning nine dynamic art installations, each explores themes sparked by the wonder of the human mind, designed to entertain visitors of all ages.

Dust off your 1988 Olympic snowsuit and come check out the action at Winsport’s Canada Olympic Park. The best snowboarders in the World will be dropping in for a Halfpipe World Cup evening event under the lights, and adding to the party will be live Redbull DJ’s on site to keep the crowd rocking, a beer garden on the snow, a new Rail-Jam contest and more.

The Calgary Boat and Outdoors Show will once again transform the BMO Centre into an unrivaled marketplace for hunting, fishing, and thrilling outdoor adventures.

The annual Ethnik Festival of Arts and Culture is part of the celebration of Black History (Excellence) Month during February each year. Afro-Canadian/Caribbean communities come together to celebrate diversity and inclusivity and share their vibrant cultural traditions at Telus Convention Centre.

Recent widower, writer George Schneider, is encouraged by his younger brother Leo to start dating again. This sends George into even more depression after a series of bad matches. Then Leo comes up with Jennie Malone, and she’s a keeper. Still, it’s a bumpy trip on the road to Dreamland for these not-so-young lovers.

Check out the Block Heater Festival. This musical festival is an extension of the Calgary Folk Festival and features 32 artists and 13 separate events.

In pre-revolutionary Russia, a Jewish peasant with traditional values contends with marrying off three of his daughters with modern romantic ideals while growing anti-Semitic sentiment threatens his village.

Once again this winter, you can see the king penguins outside of their habitat as they take a royal promenade through zoo grounds. The Penguin Walk offers the king penguins an opportunity for wintery enrichment as well as additional daily exercise. Don’t miss out on a waddling good time!

The East Village is bringing cozy back to East Village Hygge Hut on RiverWalk. The Hygge Hut is a big warm East Village hug in the middle of a long, cold Calgary winter. The contemporary, Scandinavian-style space is inspired by the Danish idea of Hygge, which means a special kind of well-being — it’s a cozy, easy togetherness enhanced by the glow of a firepit, soft lighting, a warm drink and good company. The snuggle vibe, in short.

Join us at Southcentre Mall from June 3rd to 23rd for our fourth annual Indigenous History Month celebration in partnership with Authentically Indigenous. This month-long event will foster understanding, appreciation, and celebration of Canada’s Indigenous Peoples. Experience educational activities, cultural displays, and storytelling sessions that connect both Indigenous and non-Indigenous Canadians. The celebrations will include: Full-Size Tipi: Step inside a tipi adorned with tapestries representing decades of Indigenous contributions to Calgary’s culture. Storytelling: Be moved by traditional stories from elders, delight in puppet shows by Indigenous authors, and explore virtual reality experiences by the Urban Society for Aboriginal Youth. Artisan Market: Discover the vibrancy of Indigenous creativity at our artisan market on June 7th and 8th. Enjoy music, dance, and locally crafted goods. Educational Information Walls: Learn and engage with displays that provide deeper insights into Indigenous culture.

Come and enjoy an afternoon listening to stories and some of Canada’s finest musicians. Storyteller/Musician Samantha Whelan Kotkas and her friends will entertain you and your children with musical interactive tales of child-accessible hikes in the Rocky Mountains. Teach your child about courage, unity, joyfulness, and caring in an afternoon of fun and adventure. An event for the whole family that you will want to be a part of. Recommended for children aged 5 to 12, but created with the entire family in mind. Come one hour before the show & enjoy family friendly activities. Stay after to meet the performers. Created and Narrated by Samantha Whelan Kotkas Music by Tyler Hornby Puppets by Green Fools Theatre Video by Joel Goundry Tyler Hornby - Drums, Chris Andrew - Piano, Pat Belliveau - Saxophones, Aaron Shore - Guitar, Stephen Shepard - Bass

Let us show you how we empower our students to reach their full potential! Hear stories from staff, current students, and parents before learning about how you can be a part of our wonderful community. Rundle Studio is an online learning environment built to help students with diagnosed learning disabilities thrive. Let us show you how we empower our students to reach their full potential!

Da Vinci The Exhibition is a hands-on exploration of Leonardo da Vinci's life, research, and art, developed by Aurea Exhibitions and produced by Imagine Exhibitions, Inc. Guests can go beyond the canvas, exploring over 65 life-size inventions, more than 20 fine art studies, and captivating displays.

On a warm summer evening in 1993, Norm and his wife, Corky, are setting the table for a dinner party to accompany a once-in-a-lifetime meteor shower. But from the moment the evening begins, things become increasingly surreal and chaotic, challenging the couples’ relationships and perceptions of reality at the Arts Commons Max Bell Theatre.

It can be tricky to find family friendly things to do during the wintertime — Fort Calgary is hosting Toddler Time. Each Friday this February, join for exciting story times, age-appropriate crafts, coloring and more for youngsters up to age five! Tickets include the event and admission to the Interpretive Centre so you can make the most of your day out.

Attend a one-of-a-kind celebration of the Lunar New Year brought to you by MakeFashion, Cirque De La Nuit and Indi City, in collaboration with the Gai Lan Ensemble and the Asian Heritage Foundation. This event combines wearable tech, circus arts, live music and dance performances to showcase a mesmerizing fusion of cultures at Calgary Central Library.

Heritage Park is ‘dying’ for you to join a Murder at the Park: On Track for Treachery. Enjoy a delicious three-course meal and solve an interactive murder mystery. Your luxury train is On Track for Treachery when a self-made millionaire and train magnate takes what he wants at the expense of others.

Come celebrate the lunar new year with the Honan Shaolin Golden Dragon dance team at the Asian Night Market and Lantern Parade. Performances curated by the Asian Heritage Foundation featuring: HanBeat Samulnori, Maharlika Divas Dance Group Philippines, Japanese Dance team – Yosoca, and The Calgary Tai Chi & Martial Arts College.

When a travelling “doctor” comes to town, the naïve Nemorino buys a love potion with hopes of winning the affection of the sophisticated Adina. Through comedic misunderstandings and heartfelt moments, Nemorino discovers he already has the key to her heart.