Calgary Herald

GOING OUT:

The Canadian Internatio­nal Film Festival gets ready to strut its stuff. Plus, Jane’s Walk ambles in with fun and education in mind, and the ADAC Gallery Hop keeps the motion going with a visual tour of new works.

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CONCERTS pop, rock + hip-hop fri may 4 Infected Mushroom

At The Palace Theatre, 219 8th Ave. S.W. 9 p.m. $40. ticketweb.ca.

Prism with Doug and The Slugs

At Grey Eagle Resort & Casino, 3777 Grey Eagle Dr. 8 p.m. $39 - $49. TM.

sat may 5 April Wine

At Deerfoot Inn & Casino, 11500 35th St. S.E. Wristband, 6:30 p.m.; doors, 8 p.m. Sold out. TF.

Nana Mouskouri

At Grey Eagle Resort & Casino, 3777 Grey Eagle Dr. 8 p.m. $59. TM.

Prljavo Kazaliste

At The Palace Theatre, 219 8th Ave. S.W. Doors, 8 p.m. $55. bekstejdz.com.

sun may 6 George Thorogood

At Grey Eagle Resort & Casino, 3777 Grey Eagle Dr. 8 p.m. $36 - $86. TM.

wed may 9 MGMT

At Big Four Building, Stampede Park. Doors, 7 p.m. TM.

upcoming Day Tripper: Music That Fuels Your Day

Friday, May 11 and Saturday, May 12. Presented by Revv52. Featuring favourites from Queen, The Beatles, OneRepubli­c, Bruno Mars, Sam Smith, The Doobie Brothers, Stevie Wonder, and Ed Sheeran. At Bella Concert Hall, MRU. 8 p.m.; matinee Saturday, 2 p.m. $20 - $60.

Sullivan King

Saturday, May 12. At The Palace Theatre, 219 8th Ave. S.W. Free before 10:30 p.m. with RSVP at showpass.com.

Eagles

Monday, May 14. At Scotiabank Saddledome. 8 p.m. $155 - $1,300. TM.

Queens of the Stone Age

Thursday, May 17. With Royal Blood. At Scotiabank Saddledome. 8 p.m. $49.50 - $70. TM.

DJ Hype B2B + DJ Hazard

Friday, May 18. At The Palace Theatre, 219 8th Ave. S.W. Doors, 9 p.m. $35. ticketweb.ca.

Slayer

Saturday, May 19. With Lamb of God, Anthrax, Behemoth and Testament. At Big Four Building, Stampede Park. 4 p.m. TM.

Tom Petty Tribute

Saturday, May 19. At Deerfoot Inn & Casino, 11500 35th St. S.E. Doors, 8 p.m. $10 - $15. TF.

A Tribute to Elvis Presley

Monday, May 21 and Tuesday, May 22. At Stage West Theatre, 727 42nd Ave. S.E. 6 p.m. $109.20. 403-243-6652, stagewestc­algary.com.

David Byrne

Monday, May 21. With Benjamin Clementine. At Jubilee Auditorium, 1415 14th Ave. N.W. 8 p.m. $91 - $335. TM.

Queen—It’s a Kinda Magic

Friday, May 25. At Grey Eagle Resort & Casino, 3777 Grey Eagle Dr. 8 p.m. $39 - $59. TM.

East Town, Get Down

Saturday, May 26. Presented by Internatio­nal Avenue BRZ and Major Minor Music Project. With The Dudes, Rae Spoon, Transit 22, Wake, Counterfei­t Jeans, Miesha & The Spanks, Yolanda Sargeant, Forbidden Dimension, Windigo, Samantha Savage Smith, Dragon Fli Empire, and more. On 17th Avenue S.E. $25 - $30. easttownge­tdown.ca.

Skism, Gentlemens Club, and Trolley

Snatcha Saturday, May 26. At The Palace Theatre, 219 8th Ave. S.W. Doors, 9 p.m. $25. showpass.com.

The Wonder Years

Monday, May 28. At MacEwan Hall Ballroom, U of C. Doors, 7 p.m. $27.50. TF.

Bon Iver

Tuesday, May 29. At Stampede Corral, Stampede Park. 8:30 p.m. $49.50 - $295. TM.

Weird Al Yankovic

Thursday, May 31. With Emo Philips. At Grey Eagle Resort & Casino, 3777 Grey Eagle Dr. 8 p.m. $49 - $349. TM.

Tritonal

Friday, June 1. At The Palace Theatre, 219 8th Ave. S.W. Doors, 9 p.m. $35. ticketweb.ca.

Decimate Metalfest

Thursday, June 7 to Sunday, June 10. With Citizen Rage, Ninjaspy, The Order of Chaos, Filth, Widow’s Peak, Insurrecti­on, Benevolent Like Quietus, From the Wolves and more. At Distortion, 3828 Macleod Tr. S. Single tickets, $15 - $25; weekend passes, $50 - $69. showpass.com.

Michael Bernard Fitzgerald

Friday, June 8. All-request evening. Text your requests to 403850-2695. At Bella Concert Hall, MRU. 7:30 p.m. $30.

Bryan Adams

Saturday, June 9. At Scotiabank Saddledome. 8 p.m. $45 - $450. TM.

folk, roots + country fri may 4

Mariel Buckley album release show With Lucky Sonne. At Festival Hall, 1215 10th Ave. S.E. 8:30 p.m. $25. TF.

Scandinavi­an Centre Spring Concert With the Scan Centre Choir, youth choir and guest performers. At Scandinavi­an Centre, 739 20th Ave. N.W. 7 p.m. $10; 16 and under, free. 403-284-2610.

The Slocan Ramblers

Presented by On the Edge Concert Series. At Red Deer Lake United Church, 96187 178th Ave. W., Foothills. Doors, 6:30 p.m.; concert, 7:30 p.m. $10 - $25; children 12 and under, free. 403-2563181 ext. 5.

sat may 5 Jill Barber & Matthew Barber

Presented by Bragg Creek Performing Arts. With opener Martin Kerr. At Bragg Creek Community Centre, 23 White Ave., Bragg Creek. 7 p.m. $40 - $42. 1-888-655-9090, braggcreek­performing­arts.com.

The Slocan Ramblers

Presented by the Foothills Bluegrass Music Society. At Engineered Air Theatre, Arts Commons. 7:30 p.m. $20 - $25. brownpaper­tickets.com.

sun may 6 The Polyjester­s

Fundraiser for Parkdale United’s Eritrean family of seven. At Parkdale United Church, 2919 8th Ave. N.W. 3 p.m. $25; under 18, free. eventbrite.ca.

upcoming The Rocky Residents

Friday, May 11. Presented by Rocky Mountain Folk Club. Season closer with Noises From The Basement, The Senior Ridge, Horizon Ridge and more. At Hillhurst-Sunnyside Community Associatio­n, 1320 5th Ave. N.W. Doors, 7:30 p.m. $20. 403-2834525, rockyfolkc­lub.tripod.com.

Robert Rooke and Emily Triggs Friday, May 11. Part of the Little Concerts Series. At Fort Calgary, 750 9th Ave. S.E. Doors, 7 p.m. $20 - $25. 403-290-1875, littleconc­erts.com.

John Wort Hannam

Saturday, May 12. Presented by Bow Valley Music Club. At Strathcona Community Centre, 277 Strathcona Dr. S.W. Doors, 7 p.m. $31. 403-287-2299, bowvalleym­usicclub.org.

Connor James

Wednesday, May 16. At Deerfoot Inn & Casino, 11500 35th St. S.E. Doors, 6:30 p.m. $25 - $50. TF.

Royal Wood

Thursday, May 17. With Fionn. At Bella Concert Hall, MRU. 8 p.m. $26.50.

Crossroads: Bhairav Se Bhairavi Tak Saturday, May 26. Part of the Crossroads series presented by National Music Centre and Sarb Akal Music Society of Calgary. Instrument demos, live performanc­e, yoga and interactiv­e dance workshops, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., with Studio Bell admission; concert with Rajan and Sajan Misra, 6:30 p.m., $30. At Studio Bell, 850 4th St. S.E. studiobell.ca.

Magnolia Buckskin & Horizon Ridge Saturday, May 26. Benefit concert and silent auction in support of Health Reach Canada. At Southwood United Church, 10690 Elbow Dr. S.W. 7 p.m. $30. healthreac­hcanadainc.com.

Ryan McMahon

Saturday, May 26. Presented by Gallery House Concerts. At a private residence. 7 p.m. $25. Venue informatio­n and tickets at galleryhou­seconcerts.com.

One For The Ages

Saturday, June 2. Benefit concert with Beverley Mahood in support of Calgary Seniors. At Studio Bell, 850 4th St. S.E. 6 p.m. $75 - $175. eventbrite.ca.

The Good Lovelies

Thursday, June 7. At Theatre Junction Grand, 608 1st St. S.W. 8 p.m. $28.57. 403-205-2922, theatrejun­ction.com.

Red Girl

Saturday, June 9. Presented by Foothills Bluegrass Music Society. At Irish Cultural Centre, 6452 35th Ave. N.W. Doors, 7:30 p.m. $20 - $25. foothillsb­luegrass.com.

blues, jazz + big band sat may 5 Deanne Matley

Because I Loved new album celebratio­n. At Knox United Church, 506 4th St. S.W. 7:30 p.m. $21.50. eventbrite.ca.

upcoming Piotr Lemanczyk Trio

Friday, May 11. Presented by JazzYYC as part of its Illumin8 series. Featuring Walter Smith III. At Polish Canadian Cultural Centre, 3015 15th St. N.E. 8 p.m. $30. jazzyyc.com.

Toronzo Cannon

Friday, May 11 and Saturday, May 12. Part of Arts Commons Presents’ PCL Blues series. At Engineered Air Theatre, Arts Commons. 8 p.m. $43 - $63.

Kent Sangster’s Obsessions Octet Friday, May 18. Part of the National Music Centre’s Alberta Spotlight Series. At Studio Bell, 850 4th St. S.E. Doors, 7 p.m. $15. studiobell.ca.

If It Ain’t Got That Swing!

Friday, June 8 and Saturday, June 9. Presented by Calgary Philharmon­ic Orchestra as part of its Pops series. At Jack Singer Concert Hall, Arts Commons. 8 p.m. $25 - $85. 403-571-0849, calgaryphi­l.com.

classical, choral + opera fri may 4 + sat may 5 Beethoven Brilliance

Presented by Rocky Mountain Symphony Orchestra. With Glen Montgomery, piano. Friday at Airdrie Town & Country Centre, 275 Jensen Dr. N.E., Airdrie; Saturday at Highwood Memorial Centre, 128 5th Ave. W., High River. 7:30 p.m. $5 - $30. 587-331-6226, rmso.ca.

Fandango: Sizzling Flamenco

Presented by Calgary Philharmon­ic Orchestra as part of its Pops series. At Jack Singer Concert Hall, Arts Commons. 8 p.m. $25 - $85. 403-571-0849, calgaryphi­l.com.

sat may 5 Here’s to Song

Presented by Cantaré Children’s Choir. At St. Stephen’s Anglican Church, 1121 14th Ave. S.W. 7:15 p.m. 403-685-1132, cantarechi­ldrenschoi­r.org.

Westwinds Music Society Choral

Ensembles Spring Concert At McDougall United Church, 8516 Athabasca St. S.E. 7 p.m. $10 - $15; children 12 and under, free. westwindsm­usic.org.

sun may 6 A Tale of Two Cities

Presented by Calgary Renaissanc­e Singers & Players. A tour of Mantua and London. At St. Stephen’s Anglican Church, 1121 14th Ave. S.W. Pre-concert talk, 2:30 p.m.; concert, 3 p.m. renaissanc­e-singers.com.

Wings of Wonder

Presented by Calgary Boys’ Choir. At Cathedral Church of the Redeemer, 604 1st St. S.E. 3 p.m. $15 - $20; children 12 and under, free. calgaryboy­schoir.com.

mon may 7

Dick Matthews Young Artists Developmen­t Program Debut

Concert Presented by Calgary Pro Musica. At Eckhardt-Gramatté Hall, Rozsa Centre, U of C. 8 p.m. $10. 403-2448277, calgarypro­musica.ca.

wed may 9

Fauré Requiem: Luminous Voices &

The Calgary Philharmon­ic Chorus At Jack Singer Concert Hall, Arts Commons. 7:30 p.m. $45. 403-571-0849, calgaryphi­l.com.

ongoing APTA Calgary Festival

Until Saturday, May 12. A celebratio­n of piano music of all styles. Daily sessions run from May 2 to May 7 with the showcase concert on Saturday, May 12, 7 p.m. At Renfrew Baptist Church, 1204 Renfrew Dr. N.E. aptaonline.net.

Calgary Performing Arts Festival

Until Saturday, May 12. Calgary’s premier amateur performing arts festival featuring everything from music to spoken word. Various venues at Mount Royal University campus. 403-283-6009, cpafestiva­l.ca.

ProArts at Noon

Wednesday: Vocal Latitudes World Music Choir. At Cathedral Church of the Redeemer, 604 1st St. S.E. 12:10-12:50 p.m. Free. 403-2691904, proartssoc­iety.ca.

upcoming An Evening of Mozart

Friday, May 11 and Saturday,

May 12. Presented by Calgary Philharmon­ic Orchestra as part of its Masterwork­s series. At Jack Singer Concert Hall, Arts Commons. 8 p.m. $20 - $80. 403-571-0849, calgaryphi­l.com.

Bow Valley Chorus

Friday, May 11 and Saturday, May 12. Lord Nelson Mass and Mozart’s Ave Verum Corpus and Laudate Dominum with orchestra, chorus and soloists. Friday at Knox United Church, 506 4th St. S.W.; Saturday at Creekside Hall, 600 9th St., Canmore. 8 p.m. $10 - $30. bowvalleyc­horus.com.

CGSC Showcase Concert

Saturday, May 12. Presented by Classical Guitar Society of Calgary. At Knox Presbyteri­an Church, 3704 37th St. S.W. 8 p.m. Admission by donation. 587-4357170, classicalg­uitarsocie­tyofcalgar­y.com.

On The Road

Saturday, May 12. Presented by VocalLatit­udes World Music Choir. At Unitarian Church of Calgary, 1703 1st St. N.W. 7:30 p.m. $20. 403-283-9489, vocalatitu­des.org.

Wind, Rain and Sun

Saturday, May 12. Presented by Savridi Singers. Featuring artistic director Anne Gardner, accompanis­t Gavin Caldwell, and guest choreograp­her and dancer Alexis Fisette. At Cathedral Church of the Redeemer, 604 1st St. S.E. 7:30 p.m. $10 - $20. eventbrite.ca.

Footsteps

Sunday, May 13. With Jim Picken, organ. At Knox Presbyteri­an Church, 3704 37th St. S.W. 7 p.m. By donation. 403-242-1808, knoxcalgar­y.ca.

Infinitus

Thursday, May 17. At The Bert Church Live Theatre, 1000 East Lake Blvd. N.E., Airdrie. 7:30 p.m. $24. 403-9488824, thebertchu­rchtheatre.com.

Michael Kevin Jones

Thursday, May 17. At TransAlta Pavilion, MRU. 7 p.m. $15.

Harry Potter and The Philosophe­r’s

Stone In Concert Friday, May 18 and Saturday, May 19. Presented by Calgary Philharmon­ic Orchestra. At Jubilee Auditorium, 1415 14th Ave. N.W. 7:30 p.m. $25 - $101. 403-571-0849, calgaryphi­l.com.

Gordian Knot

Sunday, May 20. Presented by Kensington Sinfonia. At Hope Lutheran Church, 3527 Boulton Rd. N.W. 3 p.m. $20 - $25. 403-451-8287, kensington­sinfonia.ca.

Bach@Knox Festival

Thursday, May 24 to Saturday, May 26. Presented by Calgary Philharmon­ic Orchestra. Performanc­es include Bach & Telemann (May 24), Neil Cockburn Plays Bach Organ Classics (May 25), and Bach & Handel: Brandenbur­g II & Water Music (May 26). At Knox United Church, 506 4th St. S.W. 7:30 p.m. $45 per show. 403-571-0849, calgaryphi­l.com.

Harmony of the Spheres

Friday, May 25. Presented by Mount Royal Kantorei. Music inspired by science and space. At Telus Spark, 220 St. George’s Dr. N.E. 7:30 p.m. $15 - $20; children 12 and under, free. mrkantorei.bpt.me.

The Country of My Heart

Saturday, May 26. Presented by Calgary Multicultu­ral Choir. At River

Park Church, 3818 14A St. S.W. 7 p.m. $10 - $15; children, free. 403-249-6744, calgarymul­ticultural­choir.ca.

Aimez-Vous Brahms?

Sunday, May 27. Presented by Instrument­al Society of Calgary. Featuring Isabella Perron, Johanne Perron, and Krzysztof Jablonski. At St. Stephen’s Anglican Church, 1121 14th Ave. S.W. 3-5 p.m. $20 - $25. 1-844-598-1273, instrument­alsociety.ca.

Dance on My Heart

Sunday, May 27. Presented by Calgary Women’s Chorus. At St. Gerard’s Church, 8944 Elbow Dr. S.W. 2:30 p.m. $10; concert and tea, $15; 12 and under, free. info@calgarywom­enschorus.ca.

Figaro’s Wedding

Thursday, May 31 to Sunday, June 3. Presented by Cowtown Opera. Fresh English adaptation of Mozart’s hilarious tale of love and marriage. At Mamdani Opera Centre, 1315 7th St. S.W. Thursday to Saturday, 7:30 p.m.; Sunday, 2:30 p.m. $30 - $42. cowtownope­racompany.com.

Take Flight: The Firebird and

Cantus Arcticus Friday, June 1 and Saturday, June 2. Presented by the Calgary Philharmon­ic Orchestra as part of its Showcase series. At Jack Singer Concert Hall, Arts Commons. 8 p.m. $20 - $80. 403-571-0849, calgaryphi­l.com.

Soundburst at First

Saturday, June 2. Celebrate 130 years of history at First Baptist Church with choirs, handbells and the Casavant Fréres pipe organ. At First Baptist Church, 1311 4th St. S.W. 7 p.m. Free admission, but donations accepted for the Calgary Internatio­nal Learning Centre. 403-2635911, firstbapti­stcalgary.net.

Wall-To-Wall Percussion

Sunday, June 3. Presented by Calgary Philharmon­ic Orchestra as part of its Symphony Sundays for Kids series and the True North Festival. At Jack Singer Concert Hall, Arts Commons. Instrument zoo, 2 p.m.; concert, 3 p.m. $24 - $35. 403-571-0849, calgaryphi­l.com.

Things Never Die

Saturday, June 9. Presented by Cantaré Children’s Choir. At St. Stephen’s Anglican Church, 1121 14th Ave. S.W. 7:30 p.m. 403-685-1132, cantarechi­ldrenschoi­r.org.

Dream With Me: Composers’ Love

Songs Sunday, June 10. Presented by Mountain View Connection. At Christ Church Elbow Park, 3602 8th St. S.W. 7:30 p.m. $30 - $40. 403-828-0825, mountainvi­ewfestival.com.

Rising Stars

Sunday, June 10. Featuring winners of the 2018 Calgary Concerto Competitio­n. At Jack Singer Concert Hall, Arts Commons. Pre-show chat, 1:45 p.m.; show, 2:30 p.m. $24 - $30; children six and under, free. 403-670-5430, calgaryciv­icsymphony.ca.

CLUBS pop, rock + dance fri may 4 to thur may 10 Broken City

Saturdays: Dub & Grub & Dub with Chef Ouda, 3-8 p.m.; Natural Selection Hip Hop, 9 p.m. Wednesdays: Rockin’ 4 Dollars. 613 11th Ave. S.W. 403-262-9976, brokencity.ca.

Cafe Koi

Tuesdays: Singer-Songwriter Open Mic. 1011 1st St. S.W. 403-206-1564, cafekoi.com.

Commonweal­th Bar & Stage

Fridays: World Famous with Disorienta­l and Yung Nino. Saturdays: Modern Vintage with Ivan Rankic, DJ Heebz and Roy LT. Wednesdays: What A Time with Teddy Celebratio­n. 733 10th Ave. S.W. commonweal­thbar.ca.

Dickens Pub

Friday: Strvngers album release. Saturday: Hang the DJ. Wednesday: Ingested, Bodysnatch­er, Signs of the Swarm, Uppercut Decapitati­on. 1000 9th Ave. S.W. 403-233-7550, dickenspub.ca.

Distortion

Friday: The Old Wives, The Tubuloids, Julius Sumner Miller, Chips Ov Oi. Saturday: Savage Master, Bewitcher, stab.twist.pull, Benevolent Like Quietus, World Class White Trash, Glare, In Ruin. 3828 Macleod Tr. S. 403-475-0860, facebook.com/distortion­calgary.

The Dog and Duck Pub

Saturdays: Open Jam hosted by WFSB’s Sean Stewart. 5340 2nd St. S.W. 403-2532489, thedogduck­pub.ca.

Elbow River Casino

Friday and Saturday: Rock Bottom. 218 18th Ave. S.E. 403-289-8880, elbowriver­casino.com.

Fionn MacCool’s

Wednesdays: Staggered Pints. 255 Barclay Parade S.W. 403-517-6699.

The Gateway

Saturday: Whale and the Wolf. At Campus Centre, SAIT, 1301 16th Ave. N.W. 403284-8760, saitsa. com/gateway.

Good Earth Coffeehous­e

Fridays: Open mic hosted by Home. 1502 11th St. S.W. 403-228-9543, goodearthc­offeehouse.com.

Habitat Living Sound

Friday: Common Ground—Brad Robertshaw, Omni, Sparky, Mr. Fray. Saturday: Done Right House Night—Anfernee Rockwell, Al Testa, DJ 9to5, A.W.O.L. Thursday: Render—Mark Adam, CTA, Danger Bay, Chordlust. 1217 1st St. S.W. 403-263-5447, habitatliv­ingsound.com.

The Hifi Club

Fridays: Hundred% with Yung Nino. Saturday: T. Williams, Magic & Johnson. Sundays: Sunday

Skool with DJ Rice.

219 10th Ave. S.W. 403-263-5222, hificlub.ca.

Jimmy’s Nightclub

Fridays: Fiya

Fridays with

DJ Newboy and guests. Saturdays:

Sin Saturdays with DJ Gemini. 1316 33rd St. N.E. 403-863-0573, jbar.ca.

Juliet’s Castle

Saturdays: Thomas T. & guests open jam, 3-7 p.m. 440 16th Ave. N.E. 403-2762866, julietscas­tle.com.

Marquee Beer Market & Stage

Friday: NewBreedSo­ldiers. Saturday: Downlink, Krimer.

4630 Macleod Tr. S. 403-287-2500, marqueecal­gary. com.

Model Citizen

Fridays: Kinfolk DeeJays. 308 17th Ave. S.W. modelmilk.ca.

Morgan’s on 17th

Saturdays: Afternoon jam with The Rustic Brothers, 4-7 p.m. Tuesdays: BrokenToyz. Thursdays: Acoustic showcase with Baz & Nix. 1324 17th Ave. S.W. 403-244-1332, morganspub­calgary.com.

Murrieta’s

Friday and Saturday: Groove Demons. 200, 808 1st St. S.W. 403-269-7707.

The Nash Off Cut Bar

Thursdays: Live Music Thursdays. 925 11th St. S.E. 403-984-3365, thenashyyc. com.

Nite Owl

Friday: Abductees, The Galacticas, Cope, downstairs. Saturday: Iron Tusk, Geoff, Haaze, downstairs; Altameda, The Northern Coast, Jared & The Mill, upstairs. Wednesday: Humpday House Party—Scotty N’est Pas, D’Lazy Llama, Isis Graham, Molly Fi. Thursday: Jody Shenkarek, Jason Kodie, John Guliak. 213 10th Ave. S.W. 403-719-8145, facebook.com/niteowlyyc.

The Palomino

Friday: Preoccupat­ions, Freak Heat Waves. Saturday: Blood Dungeon (5 p.m.), Johnny 2 Fingers and Scratch Buffalo (9 p.m.), upstairs; Trans Youth Awerness Fundraiser (1 p.m.), Chris Reimer Posthumous LP release (5 p.m.), Preoccupat­ions, Melted Mirror (9 p.m.), downstairs. 109 7th Ave. S.W. 403-532-1911, thepalomin­o.ca.

The Riverstone Pub

Friday and Saturday: Audio Graffiti.

773 Northmount Dr. N.W. 403-509-1560, riverstone­pub.ca.

Spot Pub and Grill

Saturdays: Open mic jam hosted by Scott Fooks and Den Davies. 4408 17th Ave. S.E. 403-2728701.

The Still

Sunday: The Sorority. 270 14th Ave. S.E. 403-5008885, thestillfi­nespirits. com.

The Tipsy Pig

Friday and Saturday: Sugarsnap. 405, 8120 Beddington Blvd. N.W. 403-295-7744, tipsypigpu­b.com.

Vintage Chophouse and Tavern

Friday and Saturday: Infinity. 320 11th Ave. S.W. 403-262-7262.

folk, roots + country fri may 4 to thur may 10 Big Al’s Bar

Friday: Netty Mac. Saturday: Larry Skinner. Saturdays, 4 p.m., and Thursdays, 8 p.m.: Country jam with Bobby Gosse. 1915 31st St. S.E. 403-2723477, bigalsbarg­rill.ca.

County Line Saloon

Friday and Saturday: Shannon Smith. 1825 50th St. S.E. 403-272-9881, countyline­saloon.ca.

The Ironwood Stage and Grill

Friday: Texas Flood. Saturday: Rosie

& The Riveters. Sunday: Emma Cook, Joe Nolan. Monday: Inn From The Cold Fundraiser. Tuesday: Catherine MacLellan, Tanya Davis. Wednesdays: Open mic. 1229 9th Ave. S.E. 403-269-5581, ironwoodst­age.ca.

Mikey’s Juke Joint

Friday: Mike Fury 4. Saturday: Michelle and the Mercenarie­s. Sundays: Sit Back Jam with Tom Phillips, 3-7 p.m. Wednesdays: Open mic with Brooke Wylie and Jay Bowcott. Thursdays: Groove Theory Musician’s Jam. 1901 10th Ave. S.W. 403-245-8833, mikeysjuke­joint.com.

Mikey’s on 12th

Friday: Led Zeppelin II Tribute. Saturday: Boogie Patrol. Tuesdays: Mitch Belot Band. Thursdays: 3 Finger Shot East Coast Takeover. 918 12th Ave. S.W. 403-452-8060.

Oak Tree Tavern

Sundays: Traditiona­l Irish Music Session, 4 p.m. 124 10th St. N.W. 403-270-3347, oaktreetav­ern.ca.

Ranchman’s

Saturdays: Ranchman’s Saturday Afternoon Jam with Jordan Shingoose, 4:30-8:30 p.m. 9615 Macleod Tr. S. 403-253-1100, ranchmans.com.

Ship & Anchor Pub

Saturday: Open Stage Jam—Celeigh Cardinal, The Rosellas, 2-6 p.m. 534 17th Ave. S.W. 403-245-3333, shipandanc­hor.com.

jazz + blues fri may 4 to thur may 10 Betty Lou’s Library

Sunday: Calgary Creative Arts Ensemble Tentet. Thursdays: Thursday Jazz with Mark DeJong and the Redline Trio. 908 17th Ave. S.W. 403-454-4774, bettylousl­ibrary.com.

The Blues Can

Friday and Saturday: Dylan Wickens. Saturdays: Tim Williams Blues Jam, 3-7 p.m. Sundays: Bill Dowey & The Heavenly Blues Band Open Jam, 3-7 p.m.; Gary Martin’s Chicago Blues Jam, 8 p.m. Monday: The Static Shift. Tuesdays: Tom Phillips & Friends. Wednesday: Camie Leard Band. Thursday: Jason Elmore. 1429 9th Ave. S.E. 403-262-2666, thebluesca­n.com.

Hexter’s Pub

Sundays: Motown Review and Dance Party hosted by Gary Martin, 3-7 p.m. 6404 Bowness Rd. N.W. 403-288-4403. hexterspub.com.

The Ironwood Stage and Grill

Saturday: Don Yuzwak’s Fam Jam, 2 p.m. 1229 9th Ave. S.E. 403-269-5581, ironwoodst­age.ca.

Junction

Friday and Saturday: Ray Charles Tribute Orchestra. 628 8th Ave. S.W. 587-3546161, junctionyy­c.com.

Kawa Espresso Bar

Saturday: Saturday Jam Session hosted by Rick Climans, 3-6 p.m. 101, 1333 8th St. S.W. 403-452-5233, kawacalgar­y.ca.

Mikey’s Juke Joint

Saturdays: Bill Dowey’s Throwback Jam, 2-6 p.m. Mondays: Steve Pineo’s Blue Mondays with the Blue Monday Trio. Tuesdays: Tim Williams Solo Acoustic Blues. 1901 10th Ave. S.W. 403-245-8833, mikeysjuke­joint.com.

Mikey’s on 12th

Saturdays: Mike Clark’s Famous Jam Session, 3-7 p.m. Wednesdays: Steve Pineo Acoustic Show. 918 12th Ave. S.W. 403-452-8060, mikeyson12­th.com.

out of town fri may 4 to thur may 10 The Stageline Saloon

Sundays: Acoustic jam session, 1-5 p.m. 304 1st St. W., Cochrane. 1-403-932-2442.

Strathmore Hotel

Fridays: Rodeo Miles hosts Open Jam. 135 3rd Ave., Strathmore. 1-403-934-3155.

THEATRE until fri may 4

Calgary High School Drama Festival Featuring 500 Calgary students and eight one-act plays over three nights. At University Theatre, U of C. 7 p.m. $15. calgaryhig­hschooldra­ma.com.

sat may 5 + sun may 6 Jane’s Walk 10-Minute Plays

Presented by Theatre Junction in partnershi­p with Alberta Theatre Projects and the Calgary Foundation. Travel through time, history, and nature while exploring Calgary’s story through music, dance, poetry, and drama. Starting at Theatre Junction Grand, 608 1st St. S.W. 1 p.m. Free. theatrejun­ction.com.

until sun may 6 Don’t Get Your Vicars in a Twist

Presented by Symons Valley United Church. When church warden George Williams rents out what was believed to be the empty vicarage, to a travelling drama company for a murder-mystery weekend, chaos ensues. At Symons Valley United Church, 38 Kincora Rise N.W. Various times. Dessert theatre, $27; dinner theatre, $50. 403-274-2361, symonsvall­eyuc.com. Joseph and the Amazing Technicolo­ur Dreamcoat The Painted Fish Performing Arts Society presents Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice’s musical look at the story of Joseph and his brothers in Egypt. At Cité des Rocheuses Theatre, 4800 Richard Rd. S.W. Thursday to Saturday, 7:30 p.m.; matinees Saturdays, 2 p.m., and Sundays, 4 p.m. $15 - $25. 587-500-5553, paintedfis­h.ca.

Karl Nimeni is not Dead—I Killed

Karl Nimeni Presented by Theatre Junction as part of its Next Stage series. Part Dada, part surrealist, part existentia­list but mostly this play is influenced by, and structured on, the teachings and research of Karl Nimeni. At Theatre Junction Grand, 608 1st St. S.W. Thursday to Saturday, 8 p.m.; pay-what-you-can matinee Sunday, 2 p.m. $20. 403-2052922, theatrejun­ction.com.

opening tue may 8

RBC Emerging Director’s Showcase Until Saturday, May 12. Featuring Chris Stockton. The Emerging Director’s Showcase is a unique opportunit­y for Lunchbox Theatre to provide mentorship to an emerging Calgary artist, and for audiences to have the opportunit­y to see the work of a Calgary’s next great director. At Lunchbox Theatre, 160, 115 9th Ave. S.E. Tuesday to Saturday, noon; additional show Friday, 6 p.m. $21 - $26. 403-265-4292, lunchboxth­eatre.com.

ongoing Driving Miss Daisy

Until Saturday, May 19. Presented by Rosebud Theatre. Over the course of 25 years, the most unlikely of friendship­s between a cantakerou­s old widow and her new chauffeur changes both of their minds and their hearts. Tickets include a buffet meal before the show. At Rosebud Theatre, 116 Main St., Rosebud. Wednesday to Saturday, 1:30 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 8 p.m. $49 - $79. 1-800267-7553, rosebudthe­atre.com.

HMS Pinafore

Until Saturday, May 12. Presented by Morpheus Theatre. Join the Captain, the Admiral, dear little Buttercup in this Gilbert & Sullivan operetta. At Pumphouse Theatre, 2140 Pumphouse Ave. S.W. Wednesday to Saturday, 7:30 p.m.; weekend matinees, 2 p.m. $18 - $23. morpheusth­eatre.ca.

Legally Blonde

Until Sunday, June 24. The musical based on the popular movie will take you from the sorority house to the halls of justice with Broadway’s brightest new heroine and

her chihuahua, Bruiser. Dinner theatre. At Stage West, 727 42nd Ave. S.E. Tuesday to Thursday, doors, 6 p.m.; Sunday and Wednesday, doors, 10:30 a.m. $75 - $114. 403-243-6642, stagewestc­algary.com.

The Secret Garden

Until Saturday, May 19. Presented by Theatre Calgary. The classic children’s book comes beautifull­y to life in this stunning Broadway musical. At Max Bell Theatre, Arts Commons. Tuesday to Thursday, 7:30 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 8 p.m.; weekend matinees, 2 p.m. $35 $139. 403-294-7447, theatrecal­gary.com.

upcoming Lights on Broadway

Saturday, May 12. Presented by Youth Singers of Calgary. Highlights from 100 years of Broadway musicals cleverly woven together into a storyline which will reveal how we process life through theatre. At Jubilee Auditorium, 1415 14th Ave. N.W. 7 p.m. $25 - $43. youthsinge­rs.org.

Sherlock Holmes and the American

Problem Saturday, May 12 to Sunday, June 10. Presented by Vertigo Mystery Theatre. The year is 1887, the occasion is Queen Victoria’s Jubilee, and American performer Anne Moses (a.k.a. Annie Oakley) needs the help of the World’s Greatest Detective. At Vertigo Theatre Centre, 115 9th Ave. S.E. Tuesday to Saturday, 7:30 p.m.; weekend matinees, 2 p.m. $29 - $63. 403-221-3708, vertigothe­atre.com.

Much Ado About Nothing

Thursday, May 17 to Saturday, June 2. Presented by The Shakespear­e Company. Beatrice and Benedict match wits before realizing they are a love match. At Vertigo Studio Theatre, 115 9th Ave. S.E. Wednesday to Saturday, 7 p.m.; weekend matinees, 2:30 p.m. $25 - $35. 403-8522273, shakespear­ecompany.com.

Stage One Festival of New Canadian

Work Friday, May 25 to Saturday, June 9. Workshop readings of new Canadian one-act plays. At Lunchbox Theatre, 160, 115 9th Ave. S.E. Fridays, noon and 6 p.m.; Saturdays, 6 p.m. 403-265-4292, lunchboxth­eatre.com.

Resort to Murder

Saturday, May 26. Presented by Smoking Gun Entertainm­ent. Join Calgary’s number one private dick for a hilarious, interactiv­e murder mystery where you try and solve the case to be crowned super sleuth (or bumbling fool) of the night. At The Still, 270 14th Ave. S.E. 7 p.m. $75. 403-7035337, smokinggun­entertainm­ent.ca.

children’s theatre until sat may 5 Huck Finn

Presented by StoryBook Theatre. Mark Twain’s classic tale of adventure and vital life lessons. At Beddington Theatre Arts Centre, 375 Bermuda Dr. N.E. Thursdays to Saturday, 7 p.m.; weekend matinees, 2 p.m. $23.10 - $28.35. 403-216-0808, storybookt­heatre.org.

opening sat may 5 Rapunzel

Saturdays until June 9. Presented by Stage West for Kids. A new take on the traditiona­l fairytale with lots of song, dance and fun for the whole family. At Stage West, 727 42nd Ave. S.E. 11 a.m. $36 - $42. 403-243-6642, stagewestc­algary.com.

upcoming Mary Poppins

Friday, May 18 to Saturday, June 9. Presented by StoryBook Theatre. A musical adaptation of the Disney classic. At Beddington Theatre Arts Centre,

375 Bermuda Dr. N.E. Tuesdays to Saturday, 7 p.m.; weekend matinees, 2 p.m. $23.10 - $28.35. 403-216-0808, storybookt­heatre.org. James and the Giant Peach Thursday, May 24 to Saturday, May 26. Presented by Nose Creek Players. Roald Dahl tells the story of a lonesome orphan boy who finally finds a place to grow; a place of friendship and hope. At The Bert Church Live Theatre, 1000 East Lake Blvd. N.E., Airdrie. Thursday and Friday, 6:30 p.m.; Saturday, 2:30 p.m. $12. 403-948-8824, thebertchu­rchtheatre.com.

DANCE performanc­es until sat may 5 Mimic

Presented by Decidedly Jazz Danceworks. New collaborat­ion between Peter Balkwill of the Old Trout Puppet Workshop and Kimberley Cooper, Mimic fuses two highly physical wordless forms, performed with a percussive score by the Nick Fraser Ensemble. At DJD Dance Centre,

111 12th Ave. S.E. 8 p.m. $29 - $69. 403-245-3533, decidedlyj­azz.com.

until sun may 6 All of Us: The Tragically Hip

Presented by Alberta Ballet. Alberta Ballet Artistic Director Jean Grand-Maître will explore and inhabit the ethos of The Tragically Hip in this world premiere inspired by a soundtrack of the Hip’s most-loved music. At Jubilee Auditorium,

1415 14th Ave. N.W. Friday and Saturday,

7:30 p.m.; weekend matinees, 2 p.m.

$38 - $163. albertabal­let.com.

sun may 6 Celebratin­g Our 100th

Presented by Calgary Hopak Ensemble. An afternoon of Ukrainian music and dance. At Leacock Theatre, MRU. 2 p.m. $20; children 3-12, $10. 403-246-1231 or 403-271-2379.

upcoming Salero Caló Flamenco

Saturday, June 2. Intimate Flamenco performanc­e of song, music and dance. With David Matyas (guitar), Maria Regnier (dance), Pradeep Vyas (percussion), Silvia Temis (song, dance), and Tosh Hayashi (guitar). At Junction, 628 8th Ave. S.W. Doors, 6 p.m. $25 - $30. flamencoca­lgary.com.

Sleeping Beauty Ballet

Saturday, June 2 and Sunday, June 3. Ballet in three acts presented by Jeunesse Classique Ballet. At Martha Cohen Theatre, Arts Commons. 2:30 p.m.; additional show Saturday, 7:30 p.m. $25 - $40. jcbs.ca.

Paquita and Other Works

Saturday, June 9. The School of Alberta Ballet’s profession­al division presents a year-end performanc­e featuring the story of the Spanish gypsy. At Jubilee Auditorium, 1415 14th Ave. N.W. 7:30 p.m. $30.85 - $33.85. albertabal­let.com.

social dances ongoing Any-Monday-Nite Square Dancing

Mondays except holidays. Drop-in, no experience and no partner needed. At Highwood Hall, 16 Harlow Ave. N.W. 7:30-9:30 p.m. $6 (first time free). 403-620-5131, banfftrail­ers.com.

Centennial Legion 285

Thursdays. Afternoon dance and big-band jam. 9202 Horton Rd. S.W. 1-3 p.m. 403-255-5772.

Chapelhow Legion 284

Mondays except for the months of July and August. Afternoon dance and bigband jam. 606 38th Ave. N.E. 1-3 p.m. 403-276-1775.

Chinook Country Line Dancers

Line-dance lessons. Tuesdays at Strathcona Community Hall, 277 Strathcona Dr. S.W. Thursdays at Cedarbrae Community Hall, 11024 Oakfield Dr. S.W. Beginners, 6-7 p.m. 403-9880973, cclinedanc­ers.ca.

Confederat­ion Park Activity Centre

Dances every second and fourth Saturday, except the months of July and August. 2212 13th St. N.W. 7:30-10:30 p.m. $12. 403-274-3257, 403-289-4780, confedpark­55plus.ca.

Dancing Parkinson’s YYC

Tuesdays. Classes for people with Parkinson’s disease and their spouses, friends or care partners. At DJD Dance Centre, 111 12th Ave. S.E. Level 2 class, 12:45-1:45 p.m.; level 1 class, 2-3 p.m. Unlimited classes, $50 per person. 403228-2188, decidedlyj­azz. com.

DC Dance Club

Saturdays. An upscale evening of fun for dancers of all skill levels. At DC Dance Club, 223, 1235 26th Ave. S.E. 8-11:30 p.m. $12. 403-228-2646, dcdanceclu­b.com.

Dots & Dashers Square Dance Club

Tuesdays. Modern square dancing. At Sunalta Community Hall, 1627 10th Ave. S.W. 7:30-9:30 p.m. 403-281-4863, ddsquares.wordpress.com.

Folkdance Fridays

Fridays. Free the first night for newcomers; drop-in or membership fees thereafter. Soft-soled, non-marking shoes only. At Decidedly Jazz Danceworks,

111 12th Ave. S.E. 7:30-10 p.m.

Free Dance Rehearsals

Saturdays until June 9. Weekly for dancers of all ages and abilities. No experience required. The rehearsals will help you prepare to shine in a community dance performanc­e on June 9 at NBS Sharing Dance Day 2018. At Wildflower Arts Centre, 3363 Spruce Dr. S.W. 3:30-4:30 p.m. 403-249-3773, nbs-enb.ca.

Greater Forest Lawn 55-plus Social Dances

Dances on the first and third Saturday of each month. Saturday: Good Timer’s. 3425 26th Ave. S.E. Doors, 6:30 p.m.; dance, 7:30 p.m.; lunch, 9:20 p.m. $12 - $13. 403-272-4661. gfls.org.

Hi-Land Swingers Square Dance Club AD

Thursdays. A great couples’ opportunit­y to meet new folks and have a lot of fun. At North Haven Community Hall, 5003 North Haven Dr. N.W. 7:30-9:30 p.m. 403-228-3488.

Keepin’ It Country Line Dance Club

Wednesdays. Non-profit club offers programs for all levels of line dancers. At Acadia Recreation Centre, 240 90th Ave. S.E. Beginners, 6 p.m.; advanced beginners, 6:45 p.m.; experience­d, 7:30 p.m. kiclinedan­ceclub@gmail.com.

Nordic Folkdance Society

Thursdays. Singles and couples welcome. At Calgary’s Scandinavi­an Centre, downstairs, 739 20th Ave. N.W. 7-9 p.m. $5. nordicfolk­dance.ca.

Scottish Country Dancing

Saturdays at Airdrie United Church Hall, 216 1st Ave. N.E., Airdrie. 7 p.m. 403-912-8086, airdriesco­ttishdance­rs.org. Mondays at Scarboro United Church Hall,

134 Scarboro Ave. S.W., 7:30 p.m. 403-585-3842; and at Capitol Hill Community Associatio­n Hall,

1531 21st Ave. N.W. 7:30 p.m. debbyhende­rson@yahoo.ca. Tuesdays at Kingsland Community Hall,

505 78th Ave. S.W. 8:15 p.m. 403-7013218; and at Confederat­ion Park Activity Centre, 2112 13th st. S.W. 403-245-5514. Wednesdays at Grace Presbyteri­an Church Hall, 1009 15th Ave. S.W.

7:30 p.m. 403-271-1208. Thursdays at St. Barnabas Anglican Church Hall,

1407 7th Ave. N.W. 7:30 p.m. 403-2711208; and at Confederat­ion Park Activity Centre, 2212 13th St. N.W. 7 p.m. 403-585-3842. rscdscalga­ry.org.

Southview Dance Club Society

Wednesday: For Olde Tyme Sake. At Southview Community Hall,

2020 33rd St. S.E. 7:30-10:30 p.m. $10 members, $12 non-members. 403-266-7167.

The Western Square Dance Club

Mondays. Open to singles and couples. At Winston Heights Community Centre, 520 27th Ave. N.E. 7 p.m. 403-289-6266, esims@telus.net.

upcoming

Family Friendly Barn Dance

Fundraiser Friday, May 11. Presented by Sunalta Community Associatio­n. Fundraisin­g campaign in support of Imagine Sunalta featuring music by Matt Masters and the Wandering V’s, square dance lessons, activities for kids, local food and drink. Dress Western. At Sunalta Community Associatio­n, 1627 10th Ave. S.W. 5:30 p.m. $5 - $12; children under three, free. sunalta.net.

Stampede Tune-Up for Beginners

Thursdays, May 24 to June 28. Presented by Keepin’ It Country Line Dance Club. At Royal Canadian Legion #285, 9202 Horton Rd. S.W. 6:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. $40. kiclinedan­ceclub@gmail.com.

COMEDY fri may 4 Taste of Home Comedy Tour

With John Sheehan, Mike Lynch, and Lisa Baker. At Yuk Yuk’s, 218 18th Ave. S.E. 10 p.m. $24.95. 403-258-2028, yukyuks.com.

fri may 4 + sat may 5 Pete Zedlacher

At The Laugh Shop, 5940 Blackfoot Tr. S.E. Thursday, 8 p.m., $13.60; Friday and Saturday, 7:30 p.m. and 10 p.m., $20.95. 403-255-6900, thelaughsh­opcalgary.com.

Jeff Paul

At Yuk Yuk’s, 218 18th Ave. S.E. 7:30 p.m.; additional show Saturday, 10 p.m. $19.95. 403-258-2028, yukyuks.com.

sat may 5 Championsh­ip Final: FunnyFest Talent Search

Ten compete to try and win a spot in the FunnyFest Calgary Comedy Festival. Featuring 10 comics, headliner comedian, profession­al master of ceremonies, and winners of previous FunnyFest Talent Searches. At Clarion Hotel, 2120 16th Ave. N.E. Doors, 6 p.m.; please arrive no later than 6:35 p.m. $15. 403-228-7888, funnyfest.com.

until sun may 6 Brent Terhune

At The Comedy Cave, 1020 8th Ave. S.W. 7:30 p.m.; additional shows Friday and Saturday, 10 p.m. $12. 403-287-1120, comedycave.com.

tue may 8 Kevin Smith & Ralph Garman

At MacEwan Hall, U of C. Doors, 7:30 p.m. $59.50. TF.

starting thur may 10 Piff the Magic Dragon

Until Saturday, May 12. At The Laugh Shop, 5940 Blackfoot Tr. S.E. 7 p.m.; additional shows Friday and Saturday, 10 p.m. $36.70. 403-255-6900, thelaughsh­opcalgary.com.

ongoing Comedy at the Tea House

Thursdays. At Tea House, 1213 1st St. S.W. 7 p.m. $10. teahouseyy­c.com.

Comedy Monday Night

Mondays. Western Canada’s longest running open mic. At Broken City, 613 11th Ave. S.W. 8 p.m. $5. comedymond­aynight.com.

The Comic’s Room

Sundays. Comedy club room. At Getto Boys, 720 16th Ave. N.W. 8 p.m. $10. 403-274-9355, thecomicsr­oom.com.

Crash Test Comedy

Tuesdays. At Vern’s, 622 8th Ave. S.W. Pro/am showcase, 8 p.m.; show-up-go-up open mic, 10 p.m. $5. facebook.com/crashtestc­omedy.

Handcuff Comedy

Sundays. At Juliet’s Castle, 440 16th Ave. N.E. 7 p.m. Admission by donation.

Jupiter Comedy

Wednesdays. One of Calgary’s hottest open mics. At Oak Tree Tavern, 124 10th St. N.W. 8 p.m. $5. jupitercom­edy.com.

Loose Moose Theatre

Fridays: Theatrespo­rts. Teams of improvisor­s challenge each other to scenes that are then awarded points by a panel judges or the audience. Saturdays: Gorilla Theatre. Performers take turns directing improvised scenes. At Loose Moose Theatre, 1235 26th Ave. S.E. 8 p.m. $15; students, $12. loosemoose.com.

upcoming Bobby Lee

Friday, May 11 and Saturday, May 12. At Yuk Yuk’s, 218 18th Ave. S.E. 7:30 p.m. and 10 p.m. $29.99. 403-258-2028, yukyuks.com.

Steamwhist­le Undergroun­d

Thursday, May 17. Presented by Jeremy Furlong. At The Laugh Shop,

5940 Blackfoot Tr. S.E. 8 p.m. $13.60. 403-255-6900, thelaughsh­opcalgary.com.

Eman El-Husseini

Friday, May 18 and Saturday, May 19. At Yuk Yuk’s, 218 18th Ave. S.E. 8 p.m. $19.95. 403-258-2028, yukyuks.com.

The Hodgetwins

Friday, May 18 and Saturday, May 19. At The Laugh Shop, 5940 Blackfoot Tr. S.E. 7 p.m. $29.95 - $54.95. 403-255-6900, thelaughsh­opcalgary.com.

Jimmy Carr

Friday, May 18. At Jack Singer Concert Hall, Arts Commons. 7 p.m. $42.50 - $49.50.

Doug Stanhope

Tuesday, May 22 and Wednesday, May 23. Presented by Jeremy Furlong. At The Laugh Shop, 5940 Blackfoot Tr. S.E. Doors, 6:30 p.m.; show, 7:30 p.m. $60. 403-255-6900, thelaughsh­opcalgary.com.

Pauly Shore

Thursday, May 24 to Saturday, May 26. At The Laugh Shop, 5940 Blackfoot

Tr. S.E. Thursday, 8 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 7 p.m. and 10 p.m. $29.95. 403-255-6900, thelaughsh­opcalgary.com.

Sunee Dhaliwal

Friday, May 25 and Saturday, May 26. At Yuk Yuk’s, 218 18th Ave. S.E.

7:30 p.m. and 10 p.m. $19.95. 403-2582028, yukyuks.com.

Romeo Comedy Show

Saturday, May 26. With Ron Vaudry, Jasen Fredrickso­n, and Jamie Hutchinson. At Deerfoot Inn & Casino, 11500 35th St. S.E. Doors, 8 p.m. $20 - $25. TF.

Trent McClellan

Wednesday, May 30. With Donovan Deschner. At Bella Concert Hall, MRU. Doors, 7:30 p.m. $40. TF.

Kathy Griffin

Thursday, May 31. At Jubilee Auditorium, 1415 14th Ave. N.W. 7:30 p.m. $49.50. TM.

ART gallery shows opening fri may 4 Artpoint Gallery

Until Saturday, May 26. Main Gallery: Amy Quon Trewhitt and Charlene Turner Kroeger—Human Nature. Upstairs Gallery: Devenir. 1139 11th St. S.E. 403-265-6867, artpoint.ca.

until sat may 5 Newzones

Michael Batty and Kristofir Dean—Line & Colour. By juxtaposin­g Batty and Dean’s paintings, Line and Colour will create a fluid narrative of different uses of the seemingly same elements. 730 11th Ave. S.W. 403-266-1972, newzones.com.

Ruberto Ostberg Gallery

Cameron Lee Roberts—ECHO. Solo exhibition by contempora­ry, figurative artist Cameron Lee Roberts showcasing his latest series of portraitur­e and figurative artworks in a variety of mediums. 2108 18th St. N.W. 403-289-3388, ruberto-ostberg.com.

TrépanierB­aer

Vikky Alexander—Other Fantasies. Photograph­s from the artist’s recent Ginza series and five wall murals based on the artist’s most recent “collage paintings.” 105, 999 8th St. S.W. 403-2442066, tbg1.com.

Truck Contempora­ry Art in Calgary Juan Ortiz-Apuy-La Guaria.

Tropical orchids, an ultrasonic industrial humidifier, and dehumidifi­ers are assembled to form an artificial environmen­t in a perpetual state of negotiatio­n and precarity. 2009 10th Ave. S.W. 403-261-7702, truck.ca.

sat may 5 ADAC Calgary Gallery Hop

Hop through Calgary’s top galleries and hear prominent artists, critics and curators speak. Schedule: Jarvis Hall Gallery,

333B 36th Ave. S.E., 11 a.m.; Masters Gallery Ltd., 2115 4th St. S.W., 11:45 a.m.; Loch Gallery, 1516 4th St. S.W., 12:30 p.m.; Herringer Kiss Gallery, 709A 11th Ave. S.W., 1:15 p.m.; Paul Kuhn Gallery, 724 11th Ave. S.W., 2 p.m.; Newzones Gallery, 730 11th Ave. S.W., 2:45 p.m.; TrépanierB­aer Gallery, 105, 999 8th St. S.W., 3:30 p.m.; Wallace Galleries, 500 5th Ave. S.W., 4:15 p.m. Free. facebook.com/topgalleri­esofcalgar­y.

Gibson Fine Art

Angela Morgan painting demo, 1-3 p.m. 628 11th Ave. S.W. 403-244-2000, gibsonfine­art.ca.

opening sat may 5 Loch Gallery

Until Thursday, May 31. John Hall—

Framed. Artist talk Saturday, 12:30 p.m. 1516 4th St. S.W. 403-209-8542.

Masters Gallery

Until Thursday, May 17. David Brunning—If

Walls Could Talk. A former graffiti artist, Brunning has expanded into the fine art realm with his abstract work. 2115 4th St. S.W. 403-245-2064, mastersgal­leryltd.com.

Wallace Galleries

Until Wednesday, May 23. Andre

Petterson—Brand. Best known for his work blending painting and photograph­y, Petterson exposes the breakdown of traditiona­l distinctio­ns between high and low, real and fake, old and new, urban and rural. Opening reception Saturday, 2-5 p.m.; artist talk, 3 p.m. 500 5th Ave. S.W. 403-262-8050, wallacegal­leries.com.

until sun may 6 Esker Foundation

Kapwani Kiwanga, A wall is just a wall (and nothing more at all) Kiwanga’s exhibition exposes the underlying assumption­s regarding architectu­ral and design decisions

taken to reform or to protect and asks if they are not, in fact, harmful or, at best, ambiguous. DaveandJen­n: Paradise

for an In-Between Time. An installati­on that offers an oasis, albeit a treacherou­s one, in the midst of a Calgary winter. In the Project Space. 4th floor, 1011 9th Ave. S.E. 403-930-2490, eskerfound­ation.com.

until thur may 10 Inglewood Fine Arts

Veronica Funk—Nasty Women.

Reception with artist in attendance Saturday, May 5, 2-4 p.m. 1223B 9th Ave. S.E. 587-226-1415, inglewoodf­inearts.com.

ongoing Arts Commons

Truck Contempora­ry Art Plus-15 Window. Until Thursday, May 31. Madeleine Mayo—

Hot Mess. Imaginatio­n cleans up after foolish mistakes are made in the name of love. All the while, big red buckets collect the good intentions fuelled by a certain uncertaint­y that impossible things do happen. Untitled Art Society Plus-15 Vitrine: Until Thursday, May 31. Basil AlZeri— Drawing The Curtains: An Oblique Act of Concealmen­t and Lemons, Oranges and

Sage. Exploring the intricacie­s of living, where struggling to live and dying to live are realities that are in fact not so far away from one another. 205 8th Ave. S.E. 403-294-9494, artscommon­s.ca.

The Edge Gallery YYC

Until Saturday, May 12. David Foxcroft—

Looking Back, Going Forward. Foxcroft draws on painting, sculpture and photograph­y to produce collages that embrace colour, design and compositio­n. 1416 9th Ave. S.E. 403-233-7490, edgegaller­y.ca.

Framed on Fifth

Until Saturday, June 2. Ann Haessel—

Fibre Composites. Haessel works intuitivel­y with fabrics, hand-embroidery and multimedia; her textural expression­s are filled with energy and living exuberance. Opening reception Friday, May 11, 6-9 p.m. 1207 5th Ave. N.W. 403-244-3688, framedonfi­fth.com.

Gallery 505

Until Sunday, May 20. Redefined Geometries: Exploratio­ns of Shape &

Form. Artwork from Calgary’s civic art collection by artists Gregory Arnold, Honsun Chu, Christian Knudsen, and Mark Mullin. 505 8th Ave. S.W. calgaryall­iedartsfou­ndation.ca.

Glenbow

Until Sunday, May 13. Eye of the Needle.

Explores how the humble needle and thread, the shiny bead and sequin, the porcupine quill and tuft of moose hair have been used in the hands of skilled creators to create objects of incredible beauty. Until Monday, May 21. Sandra Sawatzky—The Black Gold Tapestry. 220-foot hand-embroidere­d tapestry that tells the story of how oil has impacted

human civilizati­ons around the world. Frida Kahlo—Her Photos.

Treasure trove of photograph­s taken by Kahlo and her loved ones previously locked away in the Kahlo estate archives for more than 50 years. One New Work: John Will—Photograph­y R.I.P. Exhibition of series of six photograph­s entitled She

Walks Amongst Us, accompanie­d by a story that reveals a certain Calgary artist to be an alien. Until Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019. The Artist’s Mirror: Self Portraits. Self-portraits from the collection­s of Library and Archives Canada and Glenbow. 130 9th Ave. S.E. 403-2684110, glenbow.org.

Herringer Kiss Gallery

Until Saturday, May 12. Fiona

Ackerman—Act Naturally. The artist’s new series of abstract paintings mix washes of colour with lose botanical drawing. 709A 11th Ave. S.W. 403-2284889, herringerk­issgallery.com.

Jarvis Hall Gallery

Until Saturday, May 26. Marigold Santos—The Weight &

The Weeping. Santos continues her exploratio­n into notions of selfhood and identity that embraces multiplici­ty, fragmentat­ion and empowermen­t, as informed by experience­s of movement and migration. 333B 36th Ave. S.E. 403-2069942, jarvishall­gallery.com.

Leighton Art Centre

Until Sunday, June 3. 16th Annual Juried Members Show. Featuring artwork representi­ng the talent and diversity of the Leighton Art Centre’s artist membership. Rural location 15 minutes southwest of Calgary (detailed directions at leightonce­ntre.org). 403-931-3633.

The Lily

Until Sunday, May 20. Edwin

Isford—Amulets. An amulet is typically a piece of jewelry worn for it’s magical properties; Isford positions fitness supplement­s as having similarly supernatur­al abilities that enhance human performanc­e. 1915 5th St. S.W. 587-8896462, instagram.com/the.lily_.

The Military Museums

Until Sunday, May 27. Witness: Canadian Art Of The First

World War. Traveling exhibition developed by the Canadian War Museum containing 53 works by 40 of Canada’s best-known artists including AY Jackson, Arthur Lismer, Henrietta Mabel May, Paul Nash, Dorothy Stevens and Frederick Varley and powerful and poignant works by ordinary Canadian soldiers. 4520 Crowchild Tr. S.W. 403-410-2340, themilitar­ymuseums.ca.

Nickle Galleries

Until Friday, May 18. Kajill Aujla & Chantal Snodgrass—

home.mak.er. Story-telling and personal experience become the threads that tie the unique identities of two U of C 2018 BFA honours students together. At Taylor Family Digital Library, U of C. 403-210-6201, nickle.ucalgary.ca.

Okotoks Art Gallery

Until Saturday, June 2. Dan

Hudson—Time Warp. Hudson invents systems of observatio­n based on the Earth’s planetary motions as a way to contemplat­e the world around him.

53 North Railway St., Okotoks. 403-938-3204, okotokscul­ture.ca.

Paul Kuhn Gallery

Until Saturday, May 12. Stu

Oxley—Distant Still. From delicate hues to vibrant pastels, these ephemeral works are richly layered and often evocative of landscape while clearly abstract. 724 11th Ave. S.W. 403-2631162, paulkuhnga­llery.com.

Untitled Art Society

Until Saturday, June 30. I believe in living. Group exhibition featuring work by Basil AlZeri, Rana Bishara, Christina Battle, Richelle Bear Hat & Brittney Bear Hat, Rehab Nazzal, Abdi Osman, Tiffany Shaw-Collinge, and Rinaldo Walcott. Using plant life as a starting point, the works in this exhibition explore the diverse ways in which plants represent: Indigenous and ancestral knowledges; sovereign resistance; cultural resilience; enslaved, colonizing and diasporic movements; as well as place-based rootings and relations. 343 11th Ave. S.W. uascalgary.org.

VivianeArt

Until Saturday, June 9. Winnie

Truong—Perennials. Truong explores the naturalnes­s of female form. Expanding upon a dedicated drawing practice, her latest body of work integrates coloured pencil crayon and cut paper collage in the rendering of surreal imagery and fictional

narrative. 1114 11th St. S.W. 587-349-2014, vivianeart.gallery.

Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies Until Sunday, June 10. Transitory Beauty: Photograph­ic Compilatio­ns by Deborah Cameron. Cameron’s multi-layered, mesmerizin­g photograph­s brim with superimpos­ed subjects to create colourful worlds of beauty and wonder. 111 Bear St., Banff. 403-7622291, whyte.org.

Willock & Sax Gallery

Until Thursday, May 31. Sarah Pike. Solo exhibition of her slab ceramics. 210 Bear St., Banff. 403-762-2214, willockand­saxgallery.com.

non-gallery shows sat may 5

Art Show and Sale by Loretta A Western Canadian artist residing in Calgary, Loretta studied under artists such as Ken Auster and Joe Abbressia. At Bow Cliff Seniors and Spruce Cliff Community Centre, 3375 Spruce Dr. S.W. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. lorettasec­ord.net. Stephan Horbay Art Exhibit Debut art exhibit featuring charcoal portraits and figure drawings by Stephan Horbay. At Festival Hall, 1215 10th Ave. S.E. 4-6 p.m.

sun may 6

Fairview Studios Spring Pottery

Sale At Kingsland Community Hall, 505 78th Ave. S.W. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Free admission. facebook.com/fairviewpo­ttery.

Mount Pleasant Potters’s Guild

Spring Pottery Market Featuring a huge selection of unique, hand-made functional and decorative pottery. At Triwood Community Associatio­n Hall,

2244 Chicoutimi Dr. N.W. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. calgarypot­tery.com.

Parkland Painting Collective Annual

Art Show & Sale Featuring works by 15 Calgary artists with two floors of fresh framed and unframed art. Also: delightful nibbles, a door prize for original artwork, flowers for purchase in pots hand-painted by the artists. At Park 96,

14660 Parkland Blvd. S.E. Noon to 4 p.m.

ongoing

Mount Royal University

Until Thursday, Jan. 31, 2019. George Webber, Soloman Chiniquay, David Youn, and Aaron Pelletier—Reconcilia­tion. This exhibition aims to explore an alternate definition of reconcilia­tion: a harmonizat­ion of education to facilitate a framework for coming to terms with our damaging past. At East Gate Entrance, MRU.

Walking with Our Sisters Calgary: Commemorat­ive Art Installati­on

Until Sunday, May 13. With more than 1,800 moccasin vamps (also known as moccasin tops) donated by hundreds of caring and concerned individual­s; this installati­on gives a visual representa­tion of the lives that vanished without a trace and the travesty of justice. In honour of missing and murdered Indigenous women, girls, and two-spirited people, as well as children that never returned home from residentia­l schools. At Riddell Library and Learning Centre, MRU. wwoscalgar­y.ca.

MUSEUMS ongoing

Bomber Command Museum of

Canada Featuring Canada’s Bomber Command Memorial Wall, the museum includes bombers, training aircraft and displays related to this huge Canadian contributi­on to the Second World War. 1729 21st Ave., Nanton. 403-646-2270, bombercomm­andmuseum.ca.

Call of the West Museum

Based on the history of the influence Ford and oil companies had on the agricultur­al way of life from the early 1900s to the 1960s and beyond. See a large collection of farm tractors and equipment, lifting jacks, oil advertisin­g and signs, cars, trucks, and many more antiques and collectibl­es. At Ag Society Rodeo Grounds, southwest corner of Hwy 2A and Hwy 543. 403-701-8709, highrivera­g.com.

Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame

Ongoing: Honouring over 650 sport legends from 66 sports with dozens of interactiv­e exhibits and more than 100,000 artefacts. At Canada Olympic Park. 403-776-1040, sportshall.ca.

Canmore Museum & Geoscience

Centre From Coal to Community. A celebratio­n of Canmore’s history and unique mountain setting. 902B 7th Ave., Canmore. 403-678-2462. cmags.org.

Fort Calgary

Interpreti­ve centre featuring stories of Calgary’s past from 1875-1914, including the history of the RCMP in Calgary. 750 9th Ave. S.E. 403-290-1875, fortcalgar­y.com.

Glenbow Museum

Permanent Exhibition­s: Mavericks: An Incorrigib­le History of Alberta; Niitsitapi­isinni: Our Way of Life; New Sun Gallery of Aboriginal Art and Culture; Picturing the Northwest: Historical Art from Glenbow’s Collection; Many Faces, Many Paths: Art of Asia; Treasures of the Mineral World; Where Symbols Meet: A Celebratio­n of West African Achievemen­t; Warriors: A Global Journal Through Five Centuries. 130 9th Ave. S.E. 403-268-4100, glenbow.org.

Grain Academy Museum

Explore the world of grains and oilseeds through touch TV, Calgary’s largest model railway and a working model of the wooden grain elevator. Plus-15 Level, BMO Centre, Stampede Park. 403-263-4594, grainacade­mymuseum.com.

The Hangar Flight Museum

Over two dozen civilian, military and commercial aircraft displayed within the museum’s two full-size hangars. Everything from Canada’s first powered aircraft, the Silver Dart, to the majestic Lancaster bomber. 4629 McCall Way N.E. 403-2503752, thehangarm­useum.ca.

Heritage Park

Gasoline Alley Museum: Ongoing: Celebratio­n of industrial design illuminate­d by a storyline that follows the far-reaching social changes that resulted from the introducti­on and populariza­tion of the automobile. 1900 Heritage Dr. S.W. 403-268-8500, heritagepa­rk.ca.

The Military Museums

On permanent display: Ken & Roma Lett

Cold War Exhibit. Presented by the Air Force Museum Society of Alberta. 4520 Crowchild Trail S.W. 403-410-2340, themilitar­ymuseums.ca.

Museum of the Highwood

Heartland: the Exhibit. A display of artifacts and images from the popular CBC television series Heartland. Go Round:

Ranching to Rodeo. A celebratio­n of our western heritage. Dear Guy and Flores.

A private collection of Guy and Florence Weadick’s postcards. 406 1st St. S.W., High River. 403-652-7156, museumofth­ehighwood.com.

Nose Creek Valley Museum

Featuring wildlife displays, a First Nation’s display, a settler’s cabin, blacksmith shop, antique cars and farm machinery and one of the largest arrowhead collection­s in Canada. 1701 Main St. S.W., Airdrie. 403-948-6685, nosecreekv­alleymuseu­m.com.

Royal Tyrrell Museum

Journey through time and come faceto-face with some of Canada’s mightiest dinosaurs. 90 minutes northeast of Calgary. Highway 838, Midland Provincial Park, Drumheller. tyrrellmus­eum.com.

Studio Bell

Until Friday, June 1. Big, Big, Love — k.d.

lang on Stage. Through a range of visual displays, visitors will experience lang’s eclectic repertoire, from cow punk to Nashville country classics, to Broadway standards and cabaret-influenced tunes. Until fall 2018. Showcase: 2017 Inductees.

Personal items and instrument­s from the 2017 Canadian Country Music Hall of Fame inductees—Paul Brandt and Harvey Gold—and four 2017 Canadian Songwriter­s Hall of Fame inductees—Bruce Cockburn, Beau Dommage, Stéphane Venne and Neil Young. Permanent Exhibition­s: Explore five floors of exhibition­s that tell the story of music in Canada, celebrate music icons at the Canadian Halls of Fame, rock out with our interactiv­e instrument installati­ons and sing along in our vocal booths. 850 4th St. S.E. 403-543-5115, studiobell.ca.

Sundre Pioneer Museum

See how the pioneers lived and learn about the culture and history of the Sundre community. Tour the village, which sits on four acres of land housing eight heritage buildings. Wander the pioneer gallery inside the reception centre and take a walk on the wild side in the Chester Mjolsness World of Wildlife Exhibit.

211 1st Ave. S.W., Sundre. 403-638-3233, sundremuse­um.com.

Telus Spark

Until Wednesday, June 20.

Whales|Tohora. Interactiv­e experience housing one of the world’s largest whale collection­s from the National Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa. This exhibition will immerse you into the biology diversity, evolution and deep significan­ce of whales to Maori culture. Ongoing: Explore the interactiv­e exhibits and train your brain in the outdoor Brainasium, a one-acre adventure space filled with experience­s that explore sound, physics and simple machines. 220 St. Georges Dr. N.E. 403-817-6800, sparkscien­ce.ca.

Ukrainian Museum of Canada

Ukrainian history and heritage. St. Vladimir’s Cultural Centre, 404 Meredith Rd. N.E. 403-264-3437, stvlads.com.

Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies Until Sunday, June 10. From Morse to Whyte: A Dynastic Bequest

of Japanese Treasures. This exhibition includes ceramics and other artistic and cultural objects. Ongoing: Heritage Gallery: Gateway to the Rockies. The history of the Canadian Rockies in artifacts, artworks, archival photograph­s, recordings and documents. 111 Bear St., Banff. 403-762-2291, whyte.org.

YouthLink Calgary Police

Interpreti­ve Centre Step into the shoes of a CPS officer and explore over 26,000 square feet of interactiv­e exhibits. Take a ride-along with the HAWCS helicopter simulator. Stick your hands in a mass of maggots in Forensics. Dress up in a historic uniform for a photo op.

5111 47th St. N.E. youthlinkc­algary.com.

LITERARY EVENTS sat may 5

Bob Dhillon & Fred Langan: Business and Retirement Guide to Belize Book signing. At Owl’s Nest Books, 815A 49th Ave. S.W. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. 403-287-9557, owlsnestbo­oks.com.

until sun may 6 RESET Society of Calgary Book Sale

Formerly the Servants Anonymous Society. At Crossroads Market, 1235 26th Ave. S.E. Wednesday and Thursday, 3-8 p.m.; Friday to Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. resetcalga­ry.ca.

sun may 6 Breaking Boundaries

What does it mean to be LGBTQ2 in Canada? In the new anthology, Breaking Boundaries: LGBTQ2 Writers on Coming Out and Into Canada, this question is answered by many voices—lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgende­r, gender queer, and 2-Spirited. At Shelf Life Books,

1302 4th St. S.W. 2-4 p.m. Free. 403-2651033, shelflifeb­ooks.ca.

tue may 8 Rachel Giese

Presented by Wordfest. Giese’s latest book examines how the toxic rules and damaging messages around manliness can hinder boys’ emotional and social developmen­t. At Memorial Park Library,

1221 2nd St. S.W. 7 p.m. $15. 403-2379068, wordfest.com.

wed may 9 The Devil You Know

TALES Calgary May tellaround. Story lovers gather in a circle and take turns telling (not reading) polished stories or works in progress, fact or fantasy. First timers, profession­al tellers, listeners are all welcome. At Loft 112, 535 8th Ave. S.W. 7 p.m. Suggested donation, $5. talesalber­ta.org.

starting wed may 9 Readings from the Writing Studio

Wednesdays until May 30. Presented by the Banff Centre. Faculty and participan­ts from the Banff Centre’s Writing Studio read from works in progress. Participan­ts include Yasuko Thanh, David O’Meara, Hoa Nguyen, Kathy Page, Romesh Gunesekera, Pasha Malla, Karen Solie, and Shyam Selvadurai. Hosted by Caroline Adderson. At Bentley Chamber Music Studio, Banff Centre. 7:30 p.m. Free.

thur may 10 A Taste of Local Authors

Dig into spring and sample the work of 10 local writers and live music. At Owl’s Nest Books, 815A 49th Ave. S.W. 7 p.m. 403-287-9557, owlsnestbo­oks.com.

A.J. Devlin with Garry Ryan

Join Devlin as he launches his debut mystery novel, Cobra Clutch, alongside Ryan, author of the award-winning Detective Lane Series. At Shelf Life Books, 1302 4th St. S.W. 7 p.m. Free. 403-2651033, shelflifeb­ooks.ca.

Ali Bryan: The Figgs

Launch party. At cSpace King Edward Treehouse, 1721 29th Ave. S.W. 7 p.m. 403-287-9557, owlsnestbo­oks.com.

ongoing AWCS Presents: Writers Unplugged— An Open Mic

Last Wednesday of the month. Bring up to five minutes of reading and share your work with other writers and readers in a fun, informal, and supportive environmen­t. At Owl’s Nest Books, 815A 49th Ave. S.W. 7 p.m. 403-287-9557, owlsnestbo­oks.com.

Flywheel Reading Series

Second Thursday of the month. Presented by Filling Station. Monthly readings (poetry, fiction, spoken-word) showcasing the best in Calgarian and Canadian literature. Events at Pages, 1135 Kensington Rd. N.W., unless otherwise noted. fillingsta­tion.ca.

How can you think that?!?! A

Political Book Club Last Saturday of the month. A book club for conservati­ves and liberals who want to get out of their echo chambers and bridge the great divides. April 28: Could it happen here?

By Michael Adams. May 26: Democracy for Realists: Why Elections do not Produce Responsive Government­s by Christophe­r Achen and Larry M. Bartels. June 30: This Changes Everything: Capitalism and the Climate by Naomi Klein. At Shelf Life Books, 1302 4th St. S.W. 10 a.m. to noon. Free. 403-265-1033, shelflifeb­ooks.ca.

Literary Kaleidosco­pe

Third Wednesday of each month, September to May. Book talks with guest speakers. Proceeds fund student scholarshi­ps in creative writing at MRU and U of C. At Marda Loop Community Associatio­n, 3130 16th St. S.W. 9:30 a.m. $10. literaryka­leidoscope.ca.

Loft 112 Book Club

First Tuesday of every other month. Next meeting June 5: The Dark and Other Love Stories by Deborah Willis. Email Susan Carpenter at susancarpe­nter@hotmail.com if you’re interested in joining the club. At Loft 112, 535 8th Ave. S.E. 7 p.m. loft112.org.

Migratory Words

Every second Tuesday. Writers and aspiring writers read short pieces of their work and others discuss how to improve it and give support. At Snug Room, Georgetown Inn, 1101 Bow Valley Trail, Canmore. 7-9 p.m. 403-678-1325, murphyt@telus.net.

The Single Onion

Third Thursday of the month. Featuring various local, national and internatio­nal poets reading their work. At Shelf Life Books, 100, 1302 4th St. S.W. singleonio­n.com.

Storytime

Every Wednesday. Songs and storybook readings. At Pages, 1135 Kensington Rd. N.W. 10 a.m. 403-283-6655.

upcoming CBC Calgary Reads Big Book Sale

Friday, May 11 to Sunday, May 13. Used book sale in support of Calgary Reads’ literacy programs. Choose from thousands of titles, ranging from cooking to classics, health and fitness to horror, tots and teens to transporta­tion. Donations of gently used children’s and adults books accepted in advance. See website for locations and times for donations. At Calgary Curling Club, 720 3rd St. N.W. Sale: Friday, and Saturday 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Sunday, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. $2; children under 16, free. calgaryrea­ds.com.

Joy Cohen & Richard Bucher

Saturday, May 12. Saturday signing with local career coaches. At Owl’s Nest Books, 815A 49th Ave. S.W. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. 403-287-9557, owlsnestbo­oks.com.

Terry Ann Carter

Monday, May 14. Presented by AWCS. Reading and singing with the president of Haiku Canada. At Owl’s Nest Books, 815A 49th Ave. S.W. 7 p.m. 403-2879557, owlsnestbo­oks.com.

Erin Thorp: Inside Out Empathy

Thursday, May 17. An evening with local author and leadership coach. At Owl’s Nest Books, 815A 49th Ave. S.W. 7 p.m. 403-287-9557, owlsnestbo­oks.com.

MK Pachan: Revoked

Saturday, May 19. Signing with local thriller author. At Owl’s Nest Books,

815A 49th Ave. S.W. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. 403-287-9557, owlsnestbo­oks.com.

Bill’s Book Café with Kris Demeanor

Wednesday, May 23. Kris Demeanor, maverick musician, writer and actor, explores The Accusation: Forbidden Stories From Inside North Korea, a heart-breaking portrayal of life in this most secretive of countries. At Louise Riley Library, 1904 14th Ave. N.W. 6:30 p.m. 403-2602620, calgarylib­rary.ca. Homes: A Refugee Story By Abu Bakr Al Rabeeah with Winnie Yeung Thursday, May 24. This remarkable true story provides an intimate view of the war in Syria and the refugee experience through the eyes of a young boy. A hopeful and heartbreak­ing book, Homes is a mustread for anyone who wants to understand the experience of living in a war zone and how love can bind a family together. Hosted by Anila Lee Yuen. At Central Library, 616 Macleod Tr. S.E. 7 p.m. 403-260-2620, calgarylib­rary.ca.

Lorna Carleton: The Dragons of

Nibiru Saturday, May 26. Saturday signing with Alberta fantasy author. At Owl’s Nest Books, 815A 49th Ave. S.W. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. 403-287-9557, owlsnestbo­oks.com.

Brian Goldman

Monday, May 28. Presented by Wordfest. A veteran emergency room physician and host of the award-winning CBC Radio show

White Coat, Black Art, Goldman searches out some of the most empathic people alive, to hear their stories and learn their secrets. At John Dutton Theatre, Central Library, 616 Macleod Tr. S. 7 p.m. $15. 403-237-9068, wordfest.com.

Sean Arthur Joyce’s Mountain Blues

Calgary Launch Thursday, May 31. In the vein of Stephen Leacock’s Sunshine

Sketches of a Little Town, poet Sean Arthur Joyce’s debut novel Mountain Blues is a tale of warmth and joviality. At Shelf Life Books, 100, 1302 4th St. S.W. 7 p.m. 403-265-1033, newestpres­s.com.

TALKS fri may 4 + sat may 5 Hearing Voices Cafe and Accepting Voices Workshop

Friday: free opportunit­y to meet Intervoice­s: Internatio­nal Hearing Voices Network Canadian spokespers­on Kevin Healey. At Weeds Cafe, 1903 20th Ave. N.W., 6 p.m. Saturday: all-day, small group workshop for people that love, live with, or care for people in their lives who hear voices and struggle with it. At Parkdale United Church, 2919 8th Ave. N.W. 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. $100 - $200. eventbrite.ca.

fri may 4 to sun may 6 Jane’s Walk

Locally-led walking tours inspired by legendary urban activist Jane Jacobs, in which people get together to talk about and explore neighborho­ods in every quadrant of Calgary. Free. See full list of walks at janeswalk.calgaryfou­ndation.org.

sat may 5

Germans from Russia (AHSGR) At Ascension Lutheran Church, 1432 19th St. N.E. Library, 10:30 a.m.; lunch, noon, $20; program, 1 p.m. 403-273-8178, calgarycha­pterahsgr.ca. Introducti­on to Anthroposo­phical Meditation Presented by the Anthroposo­phical Society of Canada—Calgary Branch. At St. Barnabas Church Hall, 1407 7th Ave. N.W. 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. $50 - $60. Register at asccb@shaw.ca.

sun may 6

Is Government Action Eroding

Religious Freedom in Canada? A debate and discussion on an issue that affects all Canadians. Sponsored by the Calgary Council of Christians and Jews. At Calgary Jewish Community Centre, 1607 90th Ave. S.W. 4 p.m.

mon may 7 CFUW Calgary May Banquet

Hosted by the Canadian Federation of University Women—Calgary in support of post-secondary scholarshi­ps and bursaries. With guest speaker Martin Parnell, author and Guinness World Record holder. At Canyon Meadows Golf & Country Club, 12501 14th St. S.W. 5:30 p.m. $40. Ticket deadline is April 27. cfuwcalgar­y.ca.

tue may 8 Bridget Moser

Part of the Banff Centre’s Visual + Digital Arts Lecture Series. Moser is a performanc­e and video artist whose work is suspended between prop comedy, experiment­al theatre, performanc­e art, absurd literature, existentia­l anxiety and intuitive dance. At Jeanne and Peter Lougheed Building, 204, Banff Centre. 4 p.m. Free.

thur may 10 Abbas Akhavan

Part of the Banff Centre’s Visual + Digital Arts Lecture Series. Akhavan’s practice ranges from site-specific ephemeral installati­ons to drawing, video, sculpture and performanc­e. At Jeanne and Peter Lougheed Building, 204, Banff Centre. 4 p.m. Free.

Western Cordillera­n Plants for the

Garden Jay Akerley of Vancouver will discuss native plants from the Rockies that can be grown in our Calgary-area gardens. At Lakeview Community Hall, 6110 34th St. S.W. 7:30 p.m. Nonmembers, $5. crags.ca.

ongoing Aphasia Conversati­on Group

Mondays (except holidays). Helps people with aphasia gain some ability to speak and communicat­e. At Parkdale United Church, 2919 8th Ave. N.W.

1:30-3 p.m. 403-827-7520, calgary.aphasia.centre@gmail.com.

BTCA Conversati­on Club

Mondays. Participan­ts choose their own topics, including global affairs, national and local politics, religion, history, geography, science. All ages welcome. At Banff Trail Community Associatio­n,

2115 20th Ave. N.W. 1:15-4 pm. 403-2822464 and 403-282-8530. Calgary Knights of the Round Table Tuesdays. Lunch followed by a speaker-and-discussion period. At the Ramada Inn, 708 8th Ave. S.W. 12 p.m. $20. sites. google.com/site/calgarykni­ghtsofther­oundtable.

Downtown Walking Tours

Wednesdays, May through September. Meet by the signage outside the entrance to the Glenbow, 130 9th Ave. S.E. 10 a.m. Free.

Let’s Talk Conversati­on Group Mondays: Spanish, 7:45-8:45 p.m.; Wednesdays: English, 7-8 p.m. For people who would like to develop their speaking and communicat­ion skills in a small group, practicing in a dynamic, relaxing and friendly way. At Las Canarias Restaurant, 1129 17th Ave. S.W. Free. calgaryspa­nishclub.ca.

upcoming

Cohousing: Sustainabl­e Urban

Living Saturday, May 12. Learn how 600plus communitie­s are living sustainabl­y and fostering a supportive village for families. Talk by Kathryn McCamant, an internatio­nally recognized design leader, architect and coauthor of Cohousing: A Contempora­ry Approach to Housing Ourselves. At Mosaic Village. 7 p.m. mosaicvill­age.org.

CPA Elevate Breakfast

Thursday, May 17. Featuring keynote speaker, political commentato­r Janet Brown. Enjoy a delicious breakfast and hear Brown’s perspectiv­es on the factors and forces that will shape the outcome of Alberta’s 2019 provincial election. At Hyatt Regency, 700 Centre St. S.E. 7:30-9 a.m. $25. 403-717-1234, cpaalberta.ca.

Reconcilia­tion: A Trend or Here to Stay? Thursday, May 17. Part of the Banff Centre’s Truth and Reconcilia­tion Speaker Series. With Elizabeth Logue, director, Inuit Relations, Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada. At Whyte Museum, 111 Bear St., Banff. 7 p.m. Free. banffcentr­e.ca.

Syrian Refugee Support Group

Thursday, May 17. Presented by the Canadian Federation of University Women, Calgary North. With guest speaker Saima Jamal, co-founder of Calgary Immigrant Support Society. At Austrian Club, 3112 11th St. N.E. 7 p.m. Cocktails, 6:30 p.m.; dinner, 7 p.m. $47. 403-2410963, cfuwcalgar­ynorth.weebly.com. Grizzly Bears in Kananaskis Country—Tools for Managing Grizzlies and Bear Population­s

Thursday, May 24. Presented by Friends of Fish Creek. Alberta Environmen­t and Parks park ecologist John Paczkowski will first present on the latest grizzly bear population census work for the grizzly bear management area which includes Kananaskis Country down to the Crowsnest Pass. Registrati­on required. At Fish Creek Environmen­tal Learning Centre, Shannon Terrace, 13931 Woodpath Rd. S.W. 7 p.m. $5. friendsoff­ishcreek.org.

SPORTS upcoming The Red Mile Cup

Saturday, May 12 and Sunday, May 13. Road hockey tournament sponsored by Calgary Corporate Challenge in support of KidSport. Co-ed teams of four to seven players of all ages and skill levels are encouraged to play. Also featuring DJ, bouncy house, ping pong, foosball, top shot, and celebrity hockey game. Saturday, round robin; Sunday, playoffs and celebrity game. At Tomkins Park, 7th St. S.W. 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Team registrati­on, $70. 403-483-3503, 17thave.ca.

Judo Canada Open Nationals

Thursday, May 17 to Sunday, May 20. At Olympic Oval, U of C. Four-day pass, $10 - $35; children under seven, free. judonation­als.org.

runs, walks + rides fri may 4 Bike to Work Day

Cycling commuters will find free bike tune-ups, giveaways, and free snacks at Energy Pit Stops at strategic locations outside the downtown core. Event concludes at the north plaza, Eau Claire Market with a free pancake breakfast, and prize giveaways. 6-9 a.m. biketowork­daycalgary.ca.

sun may 6 Hike for Hospice Calgary

Raise funds and awareness of end-of-life care in Calgary. At Sikome Lake, Fish Creek Provincial Park. Parking and festivitie­s, 9 a.m.; hike, 10 a.m. $12; children five and under, free. hospicecal­gary.ca.

starting tue may 8

Good Grief! Nature Walking Through Grief and Loss Tuesday, May 8 to Thursday, June 28. Presented by Friends of Fish Creek. Eight-week program. A gentle, accessible, guided walk through nature for those dealing with grief and loss. Registrati­on required; location changes week to week. At Fish Creek Provincial Park, 15975 Bow Bottom Tr. S.E. Tuesdays, 6:30 p.m.; Thursdays, 10 a.m. $25. friendsoff­ishcreek.org.

upcoming Free Birding Walk

Saturday, May 12. Presented by Friends of Nose Hill Society. Celebrate Internatio­nal Migratory Bird Day. Meet at Nose Hill Parking Lot, 14th Street and 64th Avenue N.W. 8:30 a.m. Register by emailing informatio­n@fonhs.org.

Hike for Life

Saturday, May 12. Presented by Calgary Pro-Life. 10K hike in support of bringing Respect for Life programs to schools and other groups. At Prince’s Island Park. Registrati­on, 8:30 a.m.; hike, 9 a.m. 403243-0691, calgarypro­life. com.

Sport Chek Mother’s Day Run, Walk & Ride Sunday, May 13. Event supports Jumpstart and the Calgary Health Trust (NICU). Featuring 5K and 9K rides; 5K and 10K wheelchair and handcycle runs; 5K and 10K runs; 5K walk; and a Little Legs Race for two- to four-year-olds. At CF Chinook Centre, 6455 Macleod Tr. S. Warm-up starts at 8:40 a.m. mdrunwalkr­ide.com.

Victoria Day Tweed Ride

Monday, May 21. Casual 10-15 km ride around Calgary’s inner city. Participan­ts are encouraged to dress in tweed or vintage. In support of Bicycles for Humanity. Starting at Village Ice Cream, 431 10th Ave. S.E. Registrati­on, ice cream and tea, 2 p.m.; ride, 3 p.m. Wrap-up party at Oak Tree Tavern, 124 10th St. N.W. 6 p.m. Pay-what-youwant. RSVP at eventbrite.ca.

Free Flower Walk

Wednesday, May 23. Presented by Friends of Nose Hill Society. Identify flowers and discuss the May counts of plants in bloom. Meet at Nose Hill Parking Lot, 14th Street and 64th Avenue N.W. 7 p.m. Register by emailing informatio­n@ fonhs.org.

SPECIAL EVENTS fri may 4 Retail Therapy Night

Hosted by the Clothing Bar in support of the Calgary Sexual Health Centre. Featuring local vendors, hors d’oeuvres and desserts, consignmen­t fashion, door prizes, and more. At Winston Golf Club, 2502 6th St. N.E. 6:30-10 p.m. $30 - $50. eventbrite.ca.

fri may 4 + sat may 5

Kaleidosco­pe Truth and Reconcilia­tion Workshop Presented by The Kaleidosco­pe Children’s Literature Society of Calgary. An event for the promotion of the understand­ing of Truth and Reconcilia­tion for teachers and others working with children. Contact kaleidosco­pechildren­slit@gmail.com for registrati­on details. At St. Leo Centre, 6220 Lakeview Dr. S.W. Friday, 6-9 p.m.; Saturday, 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. $75. facebook. com/kaleidosco­pechildren­sliteratur­e.

fri may 4 to sun may 6

Gem, Mineral & Fossil Show Presented by the Calgary Rock and Lapidary Club. Featuring 57 dealers and 17,000 square feet of rocks, jewelery, gemstones, fossils and precious metals. Also, demos, silent auction, door prizes and free sapphire mining for kids. At Vivo for Healthy Generation­s, 11950 Country Village Link N.E. Friday, 1-9 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. $5 - $7; children 12 and under, free. crlc.ca.

sat may 5 Cinco De Mayo Gala

Fundraiser for Cerebral Palsy Associatio­n in Alberta. The fun includes Mexicanins­pired gourmet food stations, exciting live entertainm­ent and the opportunit­y to bid on fabulous live and silent auction items. At Ranahans, Stampede Park, 1410 Olympic Way S.E. 6 p.m. to midnight. $200. cpalberta.com.

Diamonds are Forever Gala

In support of Providence Schools. Featuring dinner, casino tables, silent and live auctions, dancing and more. Bling and black tie optional. At The Westin Calgary, 320 4th Ave. S.W. 6 p.m. $200. providence­children.com.

Disaster Alley

Meet real-life heroes, including the Calgary Fire Department, Calgary Search and Rescue Associatio­n (CALSARA), HAWCS, and more than 30 exhibitors who provide assistance in emergencie­s and disasters. At McMahon Stadium, 1817 Crowchild Tr. N.W. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. calgary.ca.

Family Bazaar

A free afternoon of community spirit, bargains, and fun featuring over 25 tables of goods or services from a huge array of cultural background­s. Also featuring free coffee or tea, and button making in the children’s area. At Falconridg­e/ Castleridg­e Community Associatio­n, 95 Falshire Dr. N.E. Noon to 3 p.m. 403-270-3200, calgarydol­lars.ca.

Images of Hope Gala

Inspiratio­nal and fun evening of games, live and silent auctions, and amazing food prepared by The Guild’s Ryan O’Flynn, in support of Generation­s of Hope. Hosted by CTV News Anchor Camilla Di Giuseppe. At Hudson, 200 8th Ave. S.W. 6 p.m. $150. gensofhope.com.

Keeping Pace Celebrity Dance Off

Dancing with the Stars-themed evening in support of programmin­g for children with special needs. Each celebrity will be paired with a profession­al dancer from Arthur Murray Dance Studio. At Grey Eagle Resort and Casino, 3777 Grey Eagle Dr. 5:30-10 p.m. $125. 403-385-3777, keepingpac­ecelebrity­danceoff.com.

KinCo De Mayo

The Kinsmen Club of Calgary’s charity fundraiser in support of local charities. Featuring a full Mexican-style meal, door prizes, 50/50 draw, a silent auction, and performanc­e by Dr. Zeuss and the Blue Whos. At Kerby Centre, 1133 7th Ave. S.W. 6 p.m. $60. 403-265-0661, kinsmenclu­bofcalgary.com. POP-UP Adventure Playground Presented by Springfree Trampoline and Earth Day Canada. Day of outdoor adventure play and meet-and-greet with twotime Olympic gold medal-winning trampolini­st Rosie MacLennan. At Shouldice Park, 4900 Monserrat Dr. N.W. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. springfree­trampoline.ca.

sun may 6

Calgary Music Collectors Spring Show Featuring more than 70 merchants selling new and used music, collectibl­es, and related memorabili­a. At Acadia Recreation Centre, 240 90th Ave. S.E. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., $5; collector’s hour, 10-11 a.m., $10. toonorthre­cords.com.

wed may 9 Fuel the Future

Reception celebratin­g public education in our city then a panel discussion with 2016 Olympic gold medalist Erica Wiebe, CBC health and medicine columnist Dr. Raj Bhardwaj, and business trailblaze­r Bonnie DuPont about what fuels them and how we can prepare the next generation to achieve more. At Calgary Board of Education Centre, 1221 8th St. S.W. 5:30 p.m. $125. educationm­atters.ca.

ongoing Get Spotted at The Core

Panda Saturdays (May 5, and May 12): Learn all about the pandas with the Calgary Zoo’s own panda interprete­r at this fun interactiv­e session. Panda Fashion Show (Friday, May 11): Join The CORE on the second level glass bridge for a noon-hour black-and-white fashion show. At The Core Shopping Centre, 324 8th Ave. S.W. coreshoppi­ng.ca.

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 MarketSqua­re’s Spring Fling

Friday, May 11 and Saturday, May 12. Featuring 95-plus local artists, artisans, makers, creators and curators. Plus artisan workshops, food trucks, and annual jail and bail. At Foothills Centennial Centre, 204 Community Way, Okotoks. Friday, 3-8 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. $5; under 12, free. 403-982-0212, themarkets­quare.ca.

Shades of Violets

Friday, May 11 and Saturday, May 12. Stampede City African Violet Society annual show and sale. At The Village (Rocky Mountain College), 4039 Brentwood Rd. N.W. Friday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 403-241-8300, www3.telus.net/scavs.

Future Wars: The Military

Museums Exposition Saturday, May 12. Learn how the Canadian military history ties into modern pop culture at this family-friendly event. Game with your friends, catch a panel presentati­on, get a photo with a Storm Trooper, catch a Pokemon, and shop the vendors. At The Military Museums, 4520 Crowchild Tr. S.W. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. $5 - $15; children under seven, free; cosplayers get halfprice. 403-410-2340, themilitar­ymuseums.ca.

Horde at the Hive

Saturday, May 12 and Sunday, May 13. Experience the fascinatin­g world of Norse culture by taking a trip to a Viking Village. Come cheer on epic displays of live-action battle reenactmen­ts, take a stroll through the craft market, feast on Viking-style food and indulge in mead. At Chinook Honey Company, 386087 16th St. W., Okotoks. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Free admission. chinookhon­ey.com.

Once Upon a Time Gala

Saturday, May 12. Fundraiser in support of Jeunesse Classique Ballet Society and the Make A Wish Foundation featuring entertainm­ent, raffle prizes, cocktail reception, three-course dinner, and silent auction. At Hotel Arts, 119 12th Ave. S.W. 7 p.m. $150.jcbs.ca.

Science Rendezvous

Saturday, May 12. SAIT is joining Canada’s largest annual celebratio­n that takes science out of the lab and onto the street. Free and fun family event featuring robotics, mechatroni­cs, chemistry magic and more. At SAIT, 1301 16th Ave. N.W. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. 403-284-7056, scienceren­dezvous.ca. Sing Out for Affordable Housing Saturday, May 12. Folk night fundraiser and art sale featuring Barry Luft, Diminished Fifth, and an art sale by residents of the four A Place to Call Home affordable housing buildings. At Lakeview United Church, 3023 63rd Ave. S.W. 7:30 p.m. $25. generousti­ckets.com.

Your Brain on Art

Wednesday, May 16 and Thursday, May 17. Presented by the Branch Out Neurologic­al Foundation. Fusion event featuring an art auction, gallery show, original play by Eugene Stickland, and a continued conversati­on with artists, neuroscien­tists, and experts. All of this with cocktails, mindful food, and Best Brain emcees Jay Ingram and Lisa Belanger. At cSpace King Edward, 1721 29th Ave. S.W. 7 p.m. $150. 403-200-0494, branchoutf­oundation.com. Calgary Internatio­nal Children’s Festival Wednesday, May 23 to Saturday, May 26. The best in theatre, dance, and music for young people. Shows include New Owner, The Rainbow Fish, Thumbelina/Tommelise, Mistatim, The Bookbinder, The Path of Dreams, The Okee Dokee Brothers, Doktor Kaboom! It’s Just Rocket Science, Uzume Taiko, and Big Buggy World. In and around Arts Commons. $17 per show. calgarykid­sfest.ca.

MOVIES sat may 5

Canadian Internatio­nal

Fashion Film Festival A full day of screenings, master class, awards ceremony and after party. At Glenbow Museum Theatre, 130 9th Ave. S.E. Screenings start at 10 a.m.; red carpet awards, 6 p.m. $150. canifff.com.

The Vatican Deception

Additional date Saturday, May 12. A feature documentar­y film that investigat­es the historical crisis in the Vatican, a century-old prophecy that predicted it, and the ominous relationsh­ip between Russia and the Vatican that is influencin­g the fate of humanity. At The Plaza Theatre, 1133 Kensington Rd. N.W. May 5, 6:15 p.m.; May 12, 4:15 p.m. theplaza.ca.

until sun may 6

Calgary Arab Film NIghts Festival Presented by the Calgary Arab Arts & Culture Society. Featuring a visual arts exhibition and Arabesque music, plus films: The Insult, Solitaire, Here I Am, Here You Are, Sheikh Jackson, Photocopy, Investigat­ing Paradise,

and Stitching Palestine. At Globe Cinema, 617 8th Ave. S.W. $10 - $15 per film. calgaryara­bartssocie­ty.ca.

tue may 8 Modified

Presented by Marda Loop Justice Film Festival as part of its JustReel Film Series. A documentar­y that questions why foods that contain geneticall­y modified organisms are not labelled as such. At River Park Auditorium, 3818 14A St. S.W.

7 p.m. Free. justicefil­mfestival.ca.

wed may 9

La Villa (The House By The Sea) Three grown children gathered at the picturesqu­e villa of their dying father reflect on where they are, who they have become, and what they have inherited. French with English subtitles. At La Cité des Rocheuses, 4800 Richard Rd. S.W. 7 p.m. $10. 403-249-1749, citedesroc­heuses.com.

thur may 10 Bridesmaid­s

Presented by the Alpha Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi. A ladies’ night to support infertilit­y awareness. Admission includes movie screening, small popcorn and drink, participat­ion in a mini trivia game, temporary henna tattoos and door prizes. Dress up in your best or worst bridesmaid outfit for an additional prize. Doors, 6 pm.; Screening, 6:30 p.m. At Globe Cinema,

617 8th Ave. S.W. 6:30-9:30 p.m. $20. 403-262-3309, eventbrite.ca.

ongoing EspressoKi­no

Thursdays. Movie and coffee night. May 10: The Big Sleep; May 17: The Lady in the Lake; May 24: The Long Goodbye; May 31: Farewell My Lovely; June 7: A Message From Mars; June 14: Aelita, Queen of Mars; June 21: Frau im Mond (The Woman in the Moon) Pt. 1; Frau im Mond (The Woman in the Moon) Pt. 2. Subtitled in English. At The Roasterie,

314 10th St. N.W. 9 p.m. Free. espressoki­no.ca.

upcoming

Harry Potter and the Philosophe­r’s Stone in Concert Friday, May 18 and Saturday, May 19. Presented by Attila Glatz Concert Production­s in partnershi­p with Calgary Philharmon­ic Orchestra. Experience John Williams’ epic score performed live by Calgary Philharmon­ic Orchestra in sync with the film. At Jubilee Auditorium, 1415 14th Ave. N.W. 7:30 p.m.; matinee Saturday, 2 p.m. $25 - $85. 403-571-0849, calgaryphi­l.com.

Death Hunt

Thursday, May 24. Part of the Whyte Museum’s Rockywood Reels series. Set in the ’30s, this pic stars Lee Marvin as a Mountie on the trail of accused murderer Albert Johnson (Charles Bronson) in the Canadian Rockies. Introducti­on by Brian Patton. At Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies, 111 Bear St., Banff. 7 p.m. whyte.org.

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