SPECIAL EVENTS
fri march 3
Friends In Motion Bowl-A-Thon
A fundraiser for Between Friends. Teams represent corporations, unions, churches, families or just a group of like-minded individuals. At Century Bowling, 1010 42 Ave. S.E. 5:30-9 p.m. betweenfriends.ab.ca.
sat march 4
Cabin Fever 2017: Permaculture Calgary Guild Winter Celebration
Mark Lakeman of The City Repair Project in Portland, Oregon, will be providing us with motivation and practical insight to help us further develop a beneficial vision for human and ecological communities. At Sunalta Community Hall, 1627 10th Ave. S.W. 5 p.m. $30; PCG members, $20. permaculturecalgary.org.
G.R.I.T. Calgary Society Gala
Presented by Getting Ready for Inclusion Today Society. Raise money for and hear stories about G.R.I.T. Featuring
raffles, and a silent and live auction. At Deerfoot Inn & Casino, 11500 35th St. S.E. Cocktails, 5:30 p.m.; dinner, 7 p.m. $140. myshowpass.com.
World Day Of Prayer
Christians in more than 170 countries and in 2,000 communities across Canada will gather to learn about, pray, and celebrate in solidarity with the women of The Philippines through the World Day of Prayer. At Centennial Presbyterian Church, 103 Pinetown Place N.E. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. 403-285-7144, wicc.org/world-day-of-prayer.
sat march 4 + sun march 5 Maple Festival des Sucres
Presented by The Association Canadienne-Française de l’Alberta régionale de Calgary. Featuring French Canadian, Métis and First Nations music and dances, demonstrations, workshops, story-telling and exhibits; a traditional sugar shack meal; a sugar market; and Francophonie-Calgary kiosk. At Heritage Park, 1900 Heritage Dr. S.W. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Youth (six to 14) and seniors (65 and over), $10; adults, $14; children under six, free. calgarymaplefest.com.
until sun march 5 Calgary Home + Garden Show
With 650-plus local vendors; home, horticulture and landscaping experts; workshops; and more. At BMO Centre and Corral, Stampede Park. Thursday and Friday, noon to 9 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. $7 - $16; children 12 and under, free. 403-253-1177, calgaryhgs.com.
sun march 5
International Women’s Day
Celebration Featuring a talk about remarkable women that changed the status quo for the betterment of our world, the Lipshtick Comedy Chicks, workshop by Orit Shimoni and a fashion show. At Calgary JCC, 1607 90th Ave. S.W. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. In advance, $10; at the door, $15. 403-253-8600, calgaryjcc.com.
wed march 8 Guided Ghost Tour
After dark, guided ghost tour through the streets of Heritage Park’s historical village. At Heritage Park, 1900 Heritage Dr. S.W. 7 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. $19.95. Tickets must be booked in advance at 403-2688500 or heritagepark.ca.
thur march 9
President’s Dinner A celebration of academic excellence and the spirit of philanthropy. This event supports the students as they achieve their education dreams. Featuring keynote speaker George Brookman. At Heritage Park Gasoline Alley Museum, 1900 Heritage Dr. S.W. 6-9 p.m. $250. stmu.ca. upcoming
The Gift
Friday, March 10. Enjoy the art of magic and illusion by award winning illusionist Derek Selinger. The proceeds from this show benefit Dreams Take Flight. At Jack Singer Concert Hall, Arts Commons. 7:30 p.m. $32.75 - $102.75. artscommons.ca.
The Black And White Ball
Saturday, March. 11. DJD’s annual fundraiser. Move to the sounds of Penguins on Broadway. Enjoy dancing, live music, impromptu performances by the DJD Company and guests, a silent auction and more. At Fairmont Palliser Hotel, 133 9th Ave. S.W. 8 p.m. $120; tables of eight, $1,000; groups of 10, $85 per ticket. 403-245-3533, decidedlyjazz.com.
Cochrane Spring Market
Saturday, March 11. The second annual event features 35 vendors offering jewelry, fine art photography, up-cycled art, hand-thrown pottery, essential oils and more. At Frank Wills Memorial Hall, 405 1st St. E., Cochrane. 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. tangledtreearts.com.
Symposium on Wilderness, Wildlife and Human Interaction
Saturday, March 11. Presented by the Cochrane Research Institute. Featuring guest speakers, a silent auction, performance by the Bow Valley Fiddlers and more. At Cochrane Ranchehouse, 101 Ranche House Rd., Cochrane, Alta. Symposium starts at 8:30 a.m.; gala dinner, 6 p.m. $130; symposium only, $40. 403-932-5632, cochraneresearchinstitute.org.
Little Modern Market
Saturday, March 11 and Sunday, March 12. Over 75 handmade and local vendors. At Earl Grey Golf Club, 6540 20th St. S.W. 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. $5; weekend pass, $8. 403-249-5548, littlemodernmarket. wixsite.com/mysite.
The Calgary Peace Prize 2017
Wednesday, March 15. Presented by Mount Royal University’s Peace Studies Initiative. Honour the 2017 recipient of the Calgary Peace Prize, Douglas Roche. At Jack Singer Concert Hall, Arts Commons. Reception, 6-7 p.m.; award ceremony, 7:30-9:30 p.m. Reception and award ceremony, $100; award ceremony only, $8 to $15. blogs.mtroyal.ca/peaceinitiative.
Calgary Water Conservation Dinner
& Auction Wednesday, March 15. Presented by Trout Unlimited Canada. Fundraising event for freshwater conservation. Auction items include services, fine art, trips and eclectic merchandise. At Hyatt Regency Calgary, 700 Centre St. S. 5-10:30 p.m. $300. 403-221-8360, tucanada.org. Making Waves Fundraising Gala Wednesday, March 15. Mingle with local Olympians, bid on a silent auction and enjoy dinner and a keynote presen-
tation by Olympic gold medalist Mark Tewksbury. Proceeds from the evening go toward supporting high performance swimming in Calgary through the Calgary Foundation for Swimming Excellence. At Charbar, 618 Confluence Way S.E. 5:30-10 p.m. $175. 403-452-3115, charbar.ca.
HART’s Summer Camp Auction
Friday, March 17. Charitable auction to send thousands of underprivileged children from Ukraine and other East European countries to summer camps. With silent and live auction, Ukrainian dinner and dancers, guest speaker, live painting performance and more. At Centre Street Church, 3900 2nd St. N. Doors, 5 p.m.; buffet food service begins, 5:30 p.m.; program and live auction, 7 p.m. $35 - $40. 403-230-8263, hart.ca.
Illuminessence Dance & Dinner Gala
Friday, March 17. Event focusing on women empowerment by recognizing today’s women. Featuring a three-course dinner, dance performances, fashion show, guest of honor Divya Khosla Kumar and more. At Empire Banquet Hall, 4826 11th St. N.E. 7 p.m. $60; kids five to 12, $30. 403-630-3742.
Shamrock Shimmy
Friday, March 17. St. Patrick’s Day fundraiser event in support of the Airdrie Food Bank with silent and live auctions, 50/50, entertainment and a cash bar. At Town & Country Centre, 275 Jensen Dr., Airdrie. Cocktails, 6 p.m.; dinner, 7 p.m.; dance after. $50 per person or $350 for a table of 8. Tickets available at the Airdrie Food Bank. 403-948-0063, airdriefoodbank.com.
Prana Yoga Festival
Friday, March 17 to Sunday, March 19. Three days of yoga, meditation, nutrition, movement and deep connection featuring classes, a marketplace and live entertainment. At Calgary Chinese Cultural Centre, 197 1st St. S.W. Friday, 2-8 p.m.; Saturday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Sunday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday pass, $215; three-day pass, $275 - $315. pranayogafest.com.
Bearspaw St. Patrick’s Artisan
Market Saturday, March 18. More than 25 new artisans and small businesses. Free entry, Quechivo Salvadoran food truck and more. At Bearspaw Lions Hall, 25240 Nagway Rd. N.W. 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. tangledtreearts.com.
Shamrock Shimmy
Saturday, March 18. St. Patrick’s Day fundraiser in support of the Airdrie Food Bank, with silent and live auctions, 50-50, entertainment and a cash bar. Cocktails, 6 p.m.; dinner, 7 p.m.; dance to follow. At Town & Country Centre, 275 Jensen Dr., Airdrie. $50 per person, $350 for a table of eight. 403-948-0063, airdriefoodbank.com/events.html.
She Networking Social
Saturday, March 18. Featuring social networking, talk platform, vision board workshop, desserts and appetizers, and more. Registration, 5:30 p.m.; program starts at 6:30 p.m. At Marda Loop Community Hall, 3130 16th St. S.W. 5:30-10 p.m. $30; at the door, $35. 403-608-3710, opulencealliance.com.