SPECIAL EVENTS
sat march 17 The Black and White Ball Decidedly Jazz Danceworks’ annual fundraiser. At Fairmont Palliser Hotel,
133 9th Ave. S.W. 8 p.m. $95 - $120. 403-245-3533, decidedlyjazz.com. Medieval Gala Fundraising event for Alberta Medieval Settlement and the Brooks Medieval Faire. Enjoy fabulous food, sweet mead, live and silent auctions, and live performances; listen to the ring of clashing swords as Calgary’s knights of Dragon’s Own defend the honour of the King and Queen. At Polish Canadian Cultural Centre, 3015 15th St. N.E. 6 p.m. $100 - $200. eventbrite.ca. Paleo 2018 Enjoy fascinating palaeontology talks, fossil displays and posters on the latest fossil discoveries and paleontological research. At Jenkins Theatre, MRU. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Free. 403-547-0182, albertapaleo.org. Shamrock Shimmy St. Patrick’s Day fundraiser event in support of the Airdrie Food Bank with cash bar, silent and live auctions, 50/50, and entertainment. At Airdrie Town & Country, 275 Jensen Dr. N.E., Airdrie. Cocktails, 6 p.m.; dinner, 7 p.m.; dance to follow. $50. 403-948-0063, airdriefoodbank.com. St. Patrick’s Day at the Market Enjoy live entertainment on the main stage and guess how many coins fill the pot of gold to win $100 in Market Bucks. With performances by Celtic Folktale (11 a.m.), Ian Gott Irish Dance Academy (noon), and Bow Valley Fiddlers (1 p.m.). At Calgary Farmers’ Market,
510 77th Ave. S.E. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. 403-240-9113, calgaryfarmersmarket.ca.
sun march 18 Earth Science for Society Geoscience outreach event in which students, families, youth groups, and the public are given an opportunity to explore Earth Science fundamentals. Interactive, hands-on exhibits are showcased in four themed pavilions. At Big Four Building, Stampede Park 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. esfscanada.com. thur march 22 Seeds of Hope Fundraiser aimed at raising much needed funds for Alberta ranchers impacted by the 2017 wild fire (Twin Butte Community Association and Angels Within), ECO Village of Hope Society and the Calgary Food Bank. Tickets include a full Chinese banquet, performances by the Laurie Lewis Band, Steve Fisher Band as well as cultural performances. At Regency Palace Restaurant, 328 Centre St. S. 6 p.m. $60. 403-605-6638, eventbrite.ca. ongoing Off Cut Culture Club Saturdays. Pop-up series featuring an extended happy hour along with vendors in artistic disciplines such as photography, fashion, jewelry design, fine art, ceramics, leatherwork, woodwork and more. At The Nash and Off Cut, 925 11th St. S.E.
2-5 p.m. 403-984-3365, thenashyyc.com. upcoming Discover: Alberta’s Feathered
Friends Friday, March 23. Explore the world of Alberta’s feathered friends through staff and self-led, hands-on investigation stations for all ages. These hands-on activities are included with Discovery Centre admission. At Bow Habitat Station, 1440 17A St. S.E. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 403-297-6561, bowhabitat.alberta.ca.
Fragments Multi-Arts Gala Friday, March 23. Fundraiser for Calgary’s Centre for Suicide Prevention. Featuring three local bands and four visual artists presenting their work, highlighting a theme of memory and community. At cSPACE Kind Edward,
1721 29th Ave. S.W. 7 p.m.
$10. 403-476-2025, fragmentscalgary.squarespace.com. Down The Rabbit Hole Masquerade Saturday, March 24. Presented by Masked Canvas Productions. Launch party sneak peek of Wonderland and a preview of what Masked Canvas is all about with bar, dancing, live performers, popcorn, live-action trailer and more. Dress to impress. At Calgary Chinese Cultural Centre, 197 1st St. S.W. 7 p.m. $20. eventbrite.ca. Discover: Signs of Spring Tuesday, March 27 to Thursday, march 29. Explore the signs of spring through staff and self-led, hands-on investigation stations for all ages. These hands-on activities are included with Discovery Centre admission. Optional guided nature walks will also be available at an additional cost. At Bow Habitat Station, 1440 17A St. S.E. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 403-297-6561, bowhabitat.alberta.ca. The WhoKnows Variety Show Tuesday, March 27. A monthly variety show that features poets, musicians, comedians, circus performers, clowns, magicians and who knows what else? At Ironwood Stage & Grill, 1229 9th Ave. S.E. 7:30 p.m. $20. 403-269-5581, dantheonemanband.com. Happiness and Music Wednesday, March 28. Cheri Nichol, the author of Flow With Your CHO (Chief Happiness Officer) will speak about happiness, then there will be a performance by Charlie B. and his band. At Brewsters, 834 11th Ave. S.W. 6 p.m. $30 - $35. cherinichol.com. Easter at the Market Friday, March 30 and Saturday, March 31. Hop on over to the main stage and get your picture taken with the Easter Bunny (with a donation for the Calgary Food Bank) and decorate an Easter cookie too (while supplies last). At Calgary Farmers’ Market, 510 77th Ave. S.E. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 403-240-9113, calgaryfarmersmarket.ca. Easter Egg Hunt for Dogs (and People) Friday, March 30. In support of National Service Dogs. Have your pooch sniff out the treat-filled eggs all across the south lawn of Calaway Park. At Calaway Park, 245033 Range Rd 33 9-11 a.m. $50 plus pledges. Register at nsd.on.ca.