SPECIAL EVENTS

fri oct 23

Boobyball In support of Rethink Breast Cancer. Prepare to be transported to another dimension, where aliens and space cadets mingle at the bar, while droids and storm troopers join forces on the dance floor. At SAIT Polytechnic’s Johnson- Cobbe Energy Centre, 1301 16th Ave. N. W. 7: 30 p. m. $ 75. boobyball. com.

fri oct 23 to sun oct 25

The 53rd Annual Calgary New & Used Ski Sale Canada’s largest ski, snowboard and equipment sale, supporting local Calgary amateur sport and ski safety. At Max Bell Centre, 1001 Barlow Tr. S. E. Friday, 5 - 9 p. m.; Saturday and Sunday, 10 a. m. to 3 p. m. Adults, $ 8; Family, $ 15; children 16 years of age or younger are admitted free if accompanied by an adult. skisale.ca.

sat oct 24

Harvest of Harmony Presented by Order of the Eastern Star. In support of charities and scholarship funds. Featuring brunch, silent auction, 50/ 50 draw, door prizes and entertainment. At Marda Loop Community Association, 3130 16th St. S. W. 10: 30 a. m. to 12: 30 p. m. $ 8 - $ 15. 403- 730- 6305.

United Nations 70th Anniversary Calgary Celebration Highlighting the spirit of the United Nations. Featuring multicultural performances and keynote speakers including former Canadian politician and author, Douglas Roche and award- winning humanitarian and social activist, Amanda Lindhout. At MacEwan Ballroom, U of C. 6 - 9: 30 p. m. General admission, $ 25; student and UNAC-Calgary members, $ 10. facebook.com/unaccalgary.

sun oct 25

Calgary Music Collectors Show Premiere event for buying, selling, and trading rare, vintage, collectible vinyl and music- related memorabilia. At Acadian Recreation Centre, 240 90th Ave. S. E. 10 a. m. to 4 p. m. $ 5 - $ 10. toonorthrecords.com.

tue oct 27

The Ghosts of Fish Creek Tour the historic Bow Valley Ranch area of Fish Creek Provincial Park and learn about the ghosts that are rumored to haunt there. At Friends of Fish Creek , 15975 Bow Bottom Tr. S. E. 6: 30 - 8 p. m. $ 5. 403- 238- 3841, friendsoffishcreek. org.

ongoing

Autumn Birding Course Until Monday, Dec. 14. Outings are conducted by Gus Yaki, a lifelong naturalist who has birded around the world - and other experienced instructors. At Fish Creek Provincial Park and other Natural Areas. Once a week outing: Friends of Fish Creek Members: $ 60, Nonmembers: $ 100; Twice a week outings: Friends Members: $ 100, Non- members: $ 150. friendsoffishcreek. org. Pumpkin and Scarecrow Festival Saturdays throughout October. Experience the magic of fall in the country with pumpkins, a corn maze, live music, entertainment, kids activities and more. Kayben Farms, about 3 km north of Okotoks. 403- 938- 2857, kayben. com.

upcoming

An Introduction to Ghost Hunting Friday, Oct. 30. Presented by The Calgary Association of Paranormal Investigation ( CAPI). Featuring a discussion about basic techniques and sensitive perspective. Including mini- investigations with small groups. At Colonel James Walker House, 2425 9th Ave. S. E. 7: 30 - 9: 30 p. m. $ 30. capi7. ca.

The Coven Haunted Attraction Friday, Oct. 30 to Sunday, Nov. 1. In support of animal rescue and the food bank. Calgary’s largest haunted yard attraction. A larger- than- life walk- through attraction that takes guests approximately 30 minutes to explore. At private residence, 222 Rocky Ridge Bay N. W. Low scare times, 2 - 4 p. m.; high scare times, 6 - 10 p. m. By donation. hauntedcalgary.com.

Halloween Howl Saturday, Oct. 31. The Green Fools’ notorious Halloween party features live music, DJs and a costume contest. At West Village Theatre, 2007 10th Ave. S. W. 8 p. m. $ 60. greenfools.com.

Greek Ladies of Philoptochos Annual Bazzar Friday, Nov. 6 and Saturday, Nov. 7. Enjoy home- made authentic Greek food, desserts and crafts. Admission includes a coffee, home- made pastry and an entry into the daily raffle. At Saint Demetrios Greek Orthodox, 1 Tamarac Cr. S. W. 11 a. m. to 7 p. m. $ 2. 403- 242- 2797.

10th Annual Holiday Fair Saturday, Nov. 7. In support of Scholarship Fund which supports women facing obstacles to furthering their education. Featuring home- baked goods, handmade quilts, jewelry, antiques, kitchen goods and more. At Venue 1008, 1008 14 St. S. E. 10 a. m. to 4 p. m. $ 2.