GOING OUT:

Navy Days prove there’s something nautical about landlocked Alberta. Plus, The Palomino dishes up yolks and records, and Fortune Falls is set in a chocolate factory, but the new show at ATP ain’t a Roald Dahl homage.

CONCERTS pop, rock + hip-hop

fri oct 21

John Fogerty: Rollin’ On The River

At Scotiabank Saddledome. 7:30 p.m. $20 - $79.50. TM.

sat oct 22

Honeymoon Suite At Deerfoot Inn & Casino, 11500 35th St. S.E. 9 p.m. $40.95 - $51.45. TM.

Purity Ring

With Hana. At MacEwan Hall, U of C. 8 p.m. $30. su.ucalgary.ca.

thur oct 27 Post Malone

With Larry June. At MacEwan Hall, U of C. 7 - 11 p.m. $36.50. TF.

upcoming Alan Frew & The Spoons

Saturday, Oct. 29. At Deerfoot Inn & Casino, 11500 35th St. S.E. 9 p.m. $49 - $69. TM.

Chicago and Earth, Wind and Fire Friday, Nov. 4. At Scotiabank Saddledome. 7:30 p.m. $45 - $125. TM.

Purple Masquerade

Saturday, Nov. 5. Prince tribute. At Deerfoot Inn & Casino, 11500 35th St. S.E. 9 p.m. $30 - $39. TM.

Dirty Heads

Monday, Nov. 7. With New Beat Fund and Rdgldgrn. At MacEwan Ballroom, U of C. 7 - 11 p.m. $32. TF. Chantal Kreviazuk Tuesday, Nov. 8. At Bella Concert Hall, MRU. 7:30 p.m. $55 - $75. 403-440-7770, mtroyal.ca.

Bow Valley Music: Curated by Jayme

Stone Friday, Nov. 18. Join multi-Juno winner Jayme Stone as he leads the musicians-in-residence through an evening of musical exploration. At artsPlace, 950 8th Ave., Canmore. 7:30 p.m. Donations accepted. 403-762-6301, banffcentre.ca/events.

Culture Club

Friday, Nov. 18. At Jack Singer Concert Hall, Arts Commons. 7:30 p.m. Starting at $79.50. artscommons.ca.

The Trews

Monday, Nov. 21. At Bert Church Theatre, 1000 East Lake Blvd., Airdrie. 7:30 p.m. $45. 403-948-8824, thebertchurchtheatre.com.

folk, roots + country fri oct 21 Craig Korth

At Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity, 107 Tunnel Mountain Dr., Banff. 7:30 p.m. Free. 403-762-6301, banffcentre.ca/events.

Jez Lowe

Presented by the Rocky Mountain Folk Club. At Hillhurst-Sunnyside Community Centre, 1320 5th Ave. N.W. Doors, 7:30 p.m. $20. 403-283-4525, rockyfolkclub.tripod.com.

sat oct 22

Richard Harrow, Rod Walsh and Will Mehew Presented by Soundwaves Folk Club. At McDougall United Church, 8516 Athabasca St. S.E. 7:30 - 10:30 p.m. $15. 403-720-6128.

sun oct 23 Barry Luft

At Banff Trail Hall, 2115 20th Ave. N.W. 3 p.m. $15. 403-287-9969.

tue oct 25 Dwight Yoakam

At Canalta Centre, 2802 Box Springs Way N.W., Medicine Hat. 7:30 p.m. $49.50 - $79.50. TM.

upcoming

Glen Webster and 3 Finger Shot Friday, Oct. 28. At Irish Cultural Centre, 6452 35th Ave. N.W. 8 p.m. cdbyrne1@telus.net. Gordie Mackeeman and his Rhythm Boys Friday, Oct. 28. With Rebecca Lappa. Presented by the Calgary Folk Club. At Dalhousie Community Centre, 5432 Dalhart Rd. N.W. 7:30 p.m. $27.50. 403-286-5651, calgaryfolkclub.com.

Kim Beggs

Friday, Oct. 28. At Gallery House Concerts Society, 119 Nottingham Rd. N.W. $25. galleryhouseconcerts.com. Amy LaVere, Will Sexton and The Vivants Saturday, Oct. 29. Presented by Bow Valley Music Club. At Strathcona Community Centre, 277 Strathcona Dr. S.W. 7 p.m. $31. 403-287-2299, bowvalleymusicclub.org.

James Keelaghan

Saturday, Oct. 29. Presented by Nickelodeon Music Club. At Crescent Heights Community Hall, 1101 2nd St. N.W. 7 p.m. $25. 403-284-4384, thenick.ca.

Lucas Chaisson

Saturday, Oct. 29. At Lakeview United Church, 3023 63 Ave. S.W. 7:30 p.m. $25. 403-242-5760, lakeviewuc@telus.net.

The Travelling Mabels Saturday, Oct. 29 and Sunday, Oct. 30. At East Longview Hall, Longview, Alta. Saturday, 7:30 p.m.; Sunday, 2 p.m. thetravellingmabels.com. Rokia Traoré Thursday, Nov. 3. Part of the BD&P World Music Series. At Jack Singer Concert Hall, Arts Commons. 7:30 p.m. $29 - $69. 403-294-9494, artscommons.ca. Barney Bentall & The Cariboo Express Friday, Nov. 4. Benefitting Classroom Champions. At Max Bell Theatre, 240 9th Ave. S.E. 7:30 p.m. $25 - $75. 403-294-9494, artscommons.ca. Jim and Lynda McLennan Friday, Nov. 4. As part of the Little Concerts Series. At Fort Calgary, 750 9th Ave. S.E. 7:30 p.m. $20. 403-2901875, fortcalgary.com. 10 Strings and a Goatskin with

Rosie and the Riveters Saturday, Nov. 5. Presented by Saturday Night Special Series. At Braeside Community Centre, 11024 Braeside Dr. S.W. Doors, 7 p.m.; performance, 7:30 p.m. $25. 403-271-3719, saturdaynightspecial.ca. The Once Friday, Nov. 11 and Saturday, Nov. 12. Friday: Presented by Calgary Folk Club. At Dalhousie Community Centre, 5432 Dalhart Rd. N.W. 7:30 p.m. In advance, $27.50; at the door, $30. 403-286-5651, calgaryfolkclub.com. Saturday: Presented by Nickelodeon Music Club. At Crescent Heights Community Hall, 1101 2 St. N.W. 7 p.m. $25. 403-284-4384, thenick.ca. Tom Allen and Friends: From Weimer to Vaudeville Saturday, Nov. 12. Presented by Bragg Creek Performing Arts Society. At Bragg Creek Community Centre, 23 White Ave., Bragg Creek. 8 p.m. $32.35 - $34.25. 403-9494114, braggcreekperformingarts.com. Séan McCann: Help Yourself Thursday, Nov. 17. At Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity, 107 Tunnel Mountain Dr., Banff, Alta. 7:30 p.m. $25 - $30. 403-7626301, banffcentre.ca/events. Bow Valley Fiddlers Friday, Nov. 18. At Springbank United Church, 25001 Range Road 33. 7:30 p.m. $15. 403-288-6695 or 403-288-5677. Charlie Major Saturday, Nov. 19. With special guest Patricia Conroy. At Deerfoot Inn & Casino, 11500 35th St. S.E. 9 p.m. $39 - $49. TM. Florida Georgia Line: Dig Your Roots Tour Saturday, Nov. 19. At Scotiabank Saddledome. 7 p.m. $49.50 - $75.50. TM.

blues, jazz + big band

sat oct 22 Tribute to Louis Armstrong Featuring trumpet virtuoso Joel Gray and guests. At TransAlta Pavilion, MRU. 8 p.m. $15 - $20. 403-440-7770, mru.ca/enjoy. upcoming Martin Harley Friday, Oct. 28 and Saturday, Oct. 29. Part of the PCL Blues series. At Engineered Air Theatre, Arts Commons. 8 p.m. $42. 403-294-9494, artscommons.ca. Glennis Houston and Andrea Pétrity quartet Wednesday, Nov. 2. At Mission Community Centre, 2201 Cliff St. S.W. 8 p.m. $15. janmuldersounds.com. Jack De Keyzer Saturday, Nov. 5. Includes a 3 course meal provided by The Strathmore Station. At Strathmore Musical Arts Society, 350 Ridge Rd., Strathmore. 6 - 11 p.m. $50. 403-901-0000, strathmorearts.com. The Coercion Collective Sunday, Nov. 13. Presented by NWC Jazz as part of their Jazz in the Woods series. At Triwood Community Centre, 2244 Chicoutimi Dr. N.W. 7 p.m. nwcjazz.com.

Ryan Truesdell Conducts UCalgary

Jazz Orchestra Monday, Nov. 14. At University Theatre, U of C. 8 p.m. $18 - $25. scpa.ucalgary.ca

Dee Dee Bridgewater With Theo

Croker Thursday, Nov. 17. At Jack Singer Concert Hall, Arts Commons. 7:30 p.m. $29 - $69. 403-294-9494, artscommons.ca. Harry Manx Saturday, Nov. 19. At Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity, 107 Tunnel Mountain Dr., Banff. 7:30 p.m. $35. 403-762-6301, banffcentre.ca/events.

classical, choral + opera

fri oct 21 Silent Movie Night An evening of vintage animated shorts and a feature-length silent film with live accompaniment by pianist Jane Perry and sound-effects man Dave Bradt. At Unitarian

Church of Calgary, 1703 1st St. N.W. 7:30 p.m. 403-276-2436, unitarianscalgary.org. sat oct 22 Cavatino Duo Presented by the Classical Guitar Society. At Knox Presbyterian Church, 3704 37th St. S.W. 8 p.m. $15 - $25. classicalguitarsocietyofcalgary.com. Double Double Toil and Treble Presented by Double Treble Ensemble. With special guest James Chen, piano. At Scarboro United Church, 134 Scarboro Ave. S.W. 7:30 p.m. Adults, $20; students and seniors, $15; children 5 and under, free. doubletrebleyyc.com. Greatest Classical Hits Presented by the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra. At Jack Singer Concert Hall, Arts Commons. 8 p.m. $20 - $80. 403-571-0849, calgaryphil.com. Luca Buratto At Calgary Italian Cultural Center, 416 1st Ave. N.E. 7 - 10 p.m. $50. 403-264-4133, calgaryitalianculturalcentre.com. sun oct 23 Bow Valley Musical Matinee Featuring Banff Centre faculty and musicians in performance. At arts-Place, 950 8th Ave., Canmore. 2 p.m. Donations accepted. 403-762-6301, banffcentre.ca/events. La Bizarre Featuring soloist Laura Reid, and pieces by Telemann, Robert Fuchs and Vivaldi. At Hope Lutheran Church, 3527 Boulton Rd. N.W. 3 p.m. $20 - $25. 403-451-8287, kensingtonsinfonia.ca. ongoing ProArts at Noon Wednesday: Pipe Organ. At Cathedral Church of the Redeemer, 604 1st St. S.E. 12:10-12:50 p.m. Free. 403-269-1904, proartssociety.ca. upcoming G.H.O.S.T (Great Halloween Organ Spook Tacular) Friday, Oct. 28. Family friendly variety show of howling pipes, groaning humour and decomposing musicians. At Knox United Church, 506 4th St. S.W. 7:30 p.m. 403-269-8382, knoxunited.ab.ca. Latin Festival: Viva! Mexico Friday, Oct. 28. Presented by the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra. With Johannes Moser. At Jack Singer Concert Hall, Arts Commons. 8 p.m. $20 - $80. 403-571-0849, calgaryphil.com. J. Thomas Gonder Saturday, Oct. 29. Presented by The Calgary Centre of the Royal Canadian College of Organists. Solo organ recital. At Knox United Church, 506 4th St. S.W. 8 p.m. $10 - $20. 403-803-7031, rccocalgary.org. Latin Festival: Classical Guitar Frontiers Saturday, Oct. 29. Presented by the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra. With Yamandu Costa. At Jack Singer Concert Hall, Arts Commons. 8 p.m. $20 - $80. 403-571-0849, calgaryphil.com. The Sonorous Saxophone Saturday, Oct. 29. Featuring Jeremy Brown. At Eckhardt-Gramatté Hall, U of C. 8 p.m. $18 - $25. scpa.ucalgary.ca. Winzerfest Saturday, Oct. 29. Presented by The German Canadian Male Chorus of Calgary with the Liederkranz German Male Chorus of Edmonton. Dinner and dancing with choral entertainment. At Austrian Canadian Cultural Centre, 3112 11th St. N.E. 5:30 - 11 p.m. $45. 403-250-9126, austrianclub.ca. All Souls Choral Evensong Sunday, Oct. 30. Requiem by Gabriel Faure. At Christ Church, 3602 8th St. S.W. 4:30 p.m. 403-243-4680. Community Halloween Concert Sunday, Oct. 30. Presented by Calgary Boys’ Choir. At Strathcona Christie Aspen Community Association, 277 Strathcona Dr. S.W. 3 p.m. Free. 403-440-8422, calgaryboyschoir.com. Elements of Canada: Winds

at its Best Sunday, Oct. 30. Presented by The Instrumental Society of Calgary. A selection of Canadian and American works. At St. Stephen’s Anglican Church, 1121 14th Ave. S.W. 3 p.m. $15 - $60. 1-844-598-1273, instrumentalsociety.ca. Space: The Final Frontier Sunday, Oct. 30. Presented by Calgary Civic Symphony. Calgary’s first live performance of the music from the latest Star Wars epic, The Force Awakens. At Jack Singer Concert Hall, Arts Commons. 2:30 p.m. $15 - $21. 403-6705430, calgarycivicsymphony.ca. Music and Theatre Friday, Nov. 4. Presented by Ambrose Community Singers. Vintage Broadway and opera classics. At St. Stephen’s Anglican Church, 1121 14th Ave. S.W. 7:30 p.m. $10. music@ambrose.edu. Calgary Girls’ Choir Collaboration with Alberta Ballet Saturday, Nov. 5. At Commonwealth Conference Centre, 1177 3961 52 Ave. N.E. 403-6867444, calgarygirlschoir.com. Israeli Chamber Project Sunday, Nov. 6 and Monday, Nov. 7. Presented by Calgary Pro Musica. At Eckhardt-Gramatté Concert Hall, U of C. Sunday, 7 - 9 p.m.; Monday, 8 - 10 p.m.. $35 - $45. 403-2448277, calgarypromusica.ca. Ode on St. Cecilia’s Day Sunday, Nov. 6. Featuring VoiceScapes, and special guest singers. At Christ Church Elbow Park, 3602 8th St. S.W. Preconcert talk, 2:30 p.m.; concert, 3 p.m. $30 - $35. 403-461-7726, earlymusicvoices.ca. The White Cliffs Of Dover Sunday, Nov. 6. A tribute to Winston Churchill and the War Years. Featuring Michael Hope accompanied by Chellan Hoffman. At Knox United Church, 506 4th St. S.W. 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. Admission by donation. 403-2698382, knoxunited.ab.ca. Masterclass with André Laplante Saturday, Nov. 12. Presented by High River Gift of Music Society. At High River United Church, 123 Macleod Trail. S.W., High River, Alta. 3 p.m. 403-652-2895, highrivergiftofmusic.com. Music For The People Saturday, Nov. 12. The Zodiac Trio takes a closer look at five classical works inspired by folk. At Eckhardt-Gramatté Hall, U of C. 8 - 10 p.m. $18 - $25. scpa.ucalgary.ca. Canto Ostinato Tuesday, Nov. 15. Presented by New Works Calgary. Featuring Elizabeth and Marcel Bergmann Piano Duo. At Eckhardt-Gramatté Hall, Rozsa Centre, U of C. 8 p.m. $18 - $25. neworkscalgary.com. Die Fledermaus Experience Saturday, Nov. 19; Wednesday, Nov. 23; and Friday, Nov. 25. Presented by Calgary Opera. Classic Viennese operetta full of high jinks and hilarity, where a masked ball thrown by a Russian prince leads to mistaken identities and eventually jail. At Jubilee Auditorium, 1415 14th Ave. N.W. 7:30 p.m. $31 - $164. 403-262-7286, calgaryopera.com.

Murray Visscher & Friends Saturday, Nov. 19. Presented by The Classical Guitar Society of Calgary. At Knox Presbyterian Church, 3704 37th St. S.W. 8 p.m. $15 - $25. classicalguitarsocietyofcalgary.com. CYO in Concert Sunday, Nov. 20. Presented by Calgary Youth Orchestra. The program includes excerpts from Shostakovich’s Gadfly Suite and Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 4. At Bella Concert Hall, MRU. 403-440-5978, cyo.ab.ca. Divine Hymns Sunday, Nov. 20. Presented by Calgary Bach Society. A performance of the brilliantly challenging motets Nos. 2 and 5 for eight-part choir. At Knox United Church, 506 4th St. S.W. 3 p.m. $20. calgarybachsociety.com. German Masters Sunday, Nov. 20. Works by Bach, Mozart, Brahms, and Johann Strauss Jr. With special guest, Lauire Matiation, horn. At Eckhardt-Gramatté Hall, U of C. 2:30 p.m. $15 - $20. calgarywindsymphony.com. Most Elemental: Family Matters 2 Sunday, Nov. 20. Presented by The Instrumental Society of Calgary. Featuring Franklin Cohen, Diana Cohen, Alex Cohen, Arnold Choi and Roman Rabinovich. At St. Stephen’s Anglican Church, 1121 14th Ave. S.W. 3 p.m. $15 - $60. 1-844-598-1273, instrumentalsociety.ca.

CLUBS pop, rock + dance

fri oct 21 to thur oct 27 Aussie Rules Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays: Duelling Pianos. 1002 37th St. S.W. 403-249-7933, 200 52nd St. N.E. 403-313-1142. Broken City Friday: Supervisions, The Faps, Dead Fibres. Saturdays (afternoon): Unity Sound Reggae Jam with Chef Ouda. Saturdays (evening): Natural Selection Hip Hop. Sunday: Black Mastiff, Bad Guys, Woodhawk. Mondays: Comedy Monday Night. Tuesdays: Quiz Shoe—Broken Trivia Night. Wednesday: Rockin’ 4 Dollar$. Thursday: Vibrance EP release, Fox Who Slept the Day Away, The Heirlooms. 613 11th Ave. S.W. 403-262-9976, brokencity.ca. Commonwealth Bar & Stage Fridays and Saturdays (8-10 p.m.): The Warm Up with DJ Neeks. Friday: Merival, Rob Dickson. Saturdays: Modern Vintage with Ivan Rankic & DJ Heebz. Wednesdays: What a Time with Teddy Celebration and friends. Thursday: Ekali with Oakk. 733 10th Ave. S.W. commonwealthbar.ca. Dickens Pub Friday: London Calling. Saturday: 36?, Bad Animal, All Hands on Jane. Monday: Drive-in Double Feature. Tuesday: Paranormal Pub Night. Thursday: Like Pacific, Broadside, Rarity, Boston Manor. 1000 9th Ave. S.W. 403-2337550, dickenspub.ca. Distortion Friday: UADA, Helleborus, Numenorean, Cell, Traer. Saturday: Panzerfaust, Erimha and Idolatry, Vile Insignia. Wednesday: Moon Tan, White Knuckle, Southbound Crow, Set & Stoned. Thursday: Doug Crawford, Knucklehead a.k.a. Tyrone Parsons of Trailer Park Boys. 3828 Macleod Trail 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: Bow River. 218 18th Ave. S.E. 403-2898880, elbowrivercasino.com. Fionn MacCool’s Wednesdays: Staggered Pints. 255 Barclay Parade S.W. (Eau Claire). 403-517-6699. The Gateway Friday: The Tourist Company, Youngblood. Saturday: Boreal Sons CD release, Layten Kramer, Sykamore. Tuesday: The Motorleague, HighKicks. Wednesday: Boy & Bear. At Campus Centre, SAIT, 1301 16th Ave. N.W. 403-2848760, gatewaycalgary.ca. Good Earth Coffeehouse Fridays: Live open mic and concert showcase hosted by Home. 1502 11th St. S.W. 403-228-9543, goodearthcoffeehouse.com. Grandpa’s Pub Saturdays (3:30-7:30 p.m.): Pa-Jam with Scooter Fooks and Den Davies. 5147 20th Ave. S.E. 403-207-0074. Habitat Living Sound Saturday: Musica with Michelle C, Adrien Dhanraj, Danger Bay, Thomas K, Bread ‘n’ Butta on Keys. Thursday: Ritual with Intellekt, Drako, Marco Cardoza, Hollywoodgirl. 1217 1st St. S.W. 403-263-5447, habitatlivingsound.com. The Hifi Club Fridays: Set it Off with DJ Pump. Saturday: Roy Davis Jr. and DJ Rice. Sundays: Sunday Skool with DJ Rice. Wednesday: Westwood Recordings showcase featuring Moontricks and Flavours. Thursdays: Substation. 219 10th Ave. S.W. 403-263-5222, hificlub.ca. The Ironwood Stage and Grill Friday and Saturday: All Neil All Night. Wednesday: Open mic. 1229 9th Ave. S.E. 403-269-5581, ironwoodstage.ca. Jimmy’s Nightclub Fridays: Fiya Fridays with DJ Newboy and guests. Saturdays: Sin Saturdays with Dj Gemini. In the Coast Plaza Hotel, 1316 33rd St. N.E. 403-863-0573, jbar.ca. Juliet’s Castle Friday: The Bonsais. 440 16th Ave. N.E. 403-2762866, julietscastle.com. Kawa Espresso Bar Mondays: Quadraphonic Cello Mondays. 101, 1333 8th St. S.W. 403-452-5233, kawacalgary.ca. Knoxville’s Tavern Friday: Project Wild Showcase with Midnight Lights, Sykamore, Trevor Panczak. 840 9th Ave. S.W. 587-576-5669, knoxvilles.ca. Marquee Beer Market & Stage Friday (6-9 p.m.): Stiff Little Fingers. (10 p.m.): Autoerotique. Saturdays: The Drop. 4630 Macleod Trail S. 403-2872500, marqueecalgary.com. Morgan’s on 17th Saturdays (4-7 p.m.): Afternoon jam hosted by Rustic Brothers. Mondays: Dual Frequency: A Drum and DJ show. Wednesdays: Wednesday Night Rock Jam. Tuesdays: BrokenToyz. Thursdays: Carla Olive. 1324 17th Ave. S.W. 403-2441332, morganspubcalgary.com. Murrieta’s Friday and Saturday: Sugarsnap. 808 1st St. S.W. 403-269-7707. National on 17th Sundays: Sunday Sessions.

550 17th Ave. S.W. 403-229-0226, ntnl.ca. Nite Owl Saturday: Bitterweed Draw, The Sumner Brothers, The Mantle. Wednesdays: Humpday House Party. Thursdays: Mixtape. 213 10th Ave. S.W. 403-719-8145, niteowlyyc.com. The Palomino Friday: Squanto album release, Windigo, Focus People. Saturday: Beatroute presents Record & Eggs pop-up record store with brunch. 109 7th Ave. S.W. 403-5321911, thepalomino.ca. Red Pepper Pub Wednesdays: Open mic with Luke Dauphinais. 4801 26th Ave. N.E. 403-280-7773. The Riverstone Pub Friday and Saturday: JG and Distict. 773 Northmount Dr. N.W. 403-509-1560. Rose and Crown Friday and Saturday: Rustic Brothers. 1503 4th St. S.W. 403-244-7757, roseandcrowncalgary.ca. Royal Canadian Legion 264 Friday and Saturday: Ted Moseman. 1910 Kensington Rd. N.W. 403-283-5264. Schooners Pub Saturdays (2-5 p.m.): Afternoon jam with Tom Phillips and Friends. 6416 Old Banff Coach Rd. S.W. 403-686-1115, schoonerspub.com. Ship & Anchor Pub Saturday: Open stage jam with Andrew Scott and Scott Macleod. 534 17th Ave. S.W. 403-245-3333, shipandanchor.com. The Stetson Pub and Stage Tuesdays: Stampede City Ski Club Pub Nites. 10002 Macleod Trail S. The Tipsy Pig Friday and Saturday: Rock Bottom. 8120 Beddington Blvd. N.W. tipsypigpub.com. The Unicorn Superpub Thursdays: Groove Theory—The Musician’s Jam. 223 8th Ave. S.W. 403-265-3665, superpub.ca.

folk, roots + country

fri oct 21 to thur oct 27 Big Al’s Bar Friday and Saturday: Skyward. 1915 31st St. S.E. 403-272-3477, bigalsbargrill.ca. Blue House Cafe Thursdays to Saturdays: Spanish guitar. 3843 19th St. N.W. 403-284-9111, bluehousecafe.ca. The Ironwood Stage and Grill Sunday: Zachary Lucky. Monday: Lovelocks. Tuesday: Kevin Kane & Bryan Potvin. 1229 9th Ave. S.E. 403-269-5581, ironwoodstage.ca. Mikey’s Juke Joint Saturdays (3-7 p.m.): Mike Clark’s Famous Jam Session. Sundays (3-7 p.m.): Tom Phillips Open Stage. Wednesdays: Open Mic hosted by Pussy Willows. 1901 10th Ave. S.W. 403-245-8833, mikeysjukejoint.com. Oak Tree Tavern Sundays (4 p.m.): Traditional Irish Music Session. Tuesdays: Rockin’ with Robin—Sing-a-long with Robin Tasker. Wednesdays: Jupiter Comedy. Thursday: Sadlier-Brown Band. 124 10th St. N.W. 403-270-3347, oaktreetavern.ca. Ranchman’s Friday and Saturday: Shannon Smith. Saturday: Saturday Jam with Host Jordan Shingoose. Wednesday: Washboard Union in Concert. Thursday: Drew Gregory. 9615 Macleod Trail S.W. 403-253-1100, ranchmans.com. Wine-Ohs Friday: Joal Kamps, Lara Yule Singh. Saturday: Farmer the Band, Daisy Blue. Monday: Alexis Normand, Ariane Mahryke-Lemire. Wednesday: Female songwriter series with Amy Nelson and Shaela Miller. Thursday: April Lee Baker. 811 1st St. S.W. 403-263-1650, wine-ohs.com.

jazz + blues

fri oct 21 to thur oct 27 The Blues Can Friday and Saturday: Steve Gerrard & The National Debonaires. Saturday: Blues Jam Extraordinaire. Sunday (3 p.m.): Sunday Open Blues Jam. (8 p.m.): Sunday Night Jammin. Monday: Darren Johnson. Tuesday: Tom Phillips FATS Tuesday Open Stage Jam. Wednesday: Mark Sadlier Brown Band. Thursday: Du-Rite Aces. 1429 9th Ave. S.E. 403-262-2666, thebluescan.com. The Ironwood Stage and Grill Saturday: Prime Time Big Band. Sunday: Blues Land Horn Band. 229 9th Ave. S.E. 403-269-5581, ironwoodstage.ca. Lolita’s Lounge Friday: Just Jazz presents The Paul Ashwell Quintet. Saturday: Carly’s Angels. 1413 9th Ave. S.E. 403-265-5739, lolitaslounge.ca. Mikey’s Juke Joint 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. Prlr Lounge Wednesdays: Wednesday Night Jazz. 124 10th St. N.W. 403-455-2452, prlrlounge.com.

out of town

fri oct 21 to thur oct 27 Canmore Hotel Friday: The Bonsais. 738 8th St., Canmore. 403-678-5181, canmorehotel.com. The Stageline Saloon Sundays (1-5 p.m.): Acoustic jam session. 304 1st St. W., Cochrane. 1-403-932-2442. Strathmore Hotel Friday: Big Yellow Van. 135 3rd Ave., Strathmore. 1-403-934-3155. Turner Valley Lodge (Renegades) Saturdays: Shakehouse with Scott Thielman, Scott Fooks and DDDavies. 112 Kennedy Dr., Turner Valley. 1-403-933-7714.

THEATRE

sun oct 23 Kaspar Hauser: The Riddle of Refuge Presented by Fireside Theatre. The true story of Kaspar Hauser, a mysterious boy who appeared in Nuremberg, Germany in 1828 and claimed to have been raised in captivity and isolation. Fundraiser for the Rosebud Committee for Syria. At Rosebud Covenant Church, 404 1 Ave. W., Rosebud. Sunday, Oct. 23. At Passion Play Forum Theatre, 605 17th St. S.W., Drumheller, Alta. 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. $10. 403-8015983, kasparhausertheatre@gmail.com. opening mon oct 24 Lest We Forget? Until Saturday, Nov. 12. This show journeys from the First World War to the present day, using music and song to look

at the lives of soldiers, their families, and how war affects each of us. At Lunchbox Theatre, 115 9th Ave. S.E. Performances at 12 and 6 p.m. $20 - $25. 403-244-0114, fortemusical.ca. opening tue oct 25 Fat Jack Falstaff’s Last Hour Until Saturday, Nov. 5. Presented by One Yellow Rabbit. A “final scene” for Shakespeare’s most delightful and deplorable character, Sir John Falstaff, written by John Murrell. At Big Secret Theatre, Arts Commons. Performances at 8 p.m. with matinees at 2 p.m. $20 - $40. 403-264-3224, oyr.org. thur oct 27 As Far as I Can Take You:

The Life of Conrad Kain This one-man play by Parks Canada’s Mountain WIT traces the journey of the Alpine Club of Canada’s first professional mountain guide, from his humble beginnings in the Austrian Alps to his famous summiting of Mount Robson. At Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies, 111 Bear St., Banff. 7 p.m. 403-762-2291, whyte.org. ongoing An Inspector Calls Until Saturday, Oct. 29. A classic drawing room theatre play that explores the socialist perspective of the good of many over the importance of self-reliance through the consequences of one’s actions arguing that all people are intertwined. At Rosebud Theatre, 102 Railway Ave., Rosebud, Alta. Performances at 8 p.m. with matinees at 1:30 p.m. $27.30 - $77.70. rosebudcentreofthearts.com. BOOM Until Saturday, Oct. 29. Presented by Theatre Calgary. Take an explosive journey through the music, culture, and politics that defined the Baby Boom generation from 1945 to 1969. At Max Bell Theatre, Arts Commons, 205 8th Ave. S.E. Performances at 7:30 and 8 p.m. with matinees at 2 p.m. $35 - $99. 403-2947447, theatrecalgary.com. Fortune Falls Until Saturday, Nov. 5. In the town of Fortune Falls, the sweet smells of caramel cremes, jellybeans and chocolate fill the hearts of all who work at the Mercey Candy Factory. But when Mercey shuts its doors, only a young security guard is left to walk the halls alone. Until one day, a new owner comes to town. At Martha Cohen Theatre, Arts Commons. Performances at 7:30 p.m. with matinees at 2 p.m. $25 - $72. artscommons.ca. Hedwig and the Angry Inch Until Saturday, Oct. 29. It is one night on Hedwig’s unlimited world tour. Just by coincidence, she is playing just down the road from her former lover and rock icon, Tommy Gnosis. Hedwig tells of her journey from East Berlin to America and about the piece of her she had to leave behind in order to escape. At Twisted Element Night Club, 1006 11th Ave. S.W. 7:30 p.m. $30 - $45. 1-800-838-3006, laughing-monkey.com. Million Dollar Quartet Until Sunday, Nov. 13. Brings to light the extraordinary story of broken promises, secrets, betrayal, and the once-in-a-lifetime celebration of four friends that is altogether poignant, heartwarming and funny. At Stage West, 727 42nd Ave. S.E. Various times. $119.70. 403-243-6642, stagewestcalgary.com. Monday Night Lights Mondays until April 3. Presented by Dirty Laundry. Live, improvised comedy soap opera. In this small Texas town, it’s all about football— you’ll meet cheerleaders, quarterbacks, coaches and linemen. At Lunchbox Theatre, 160, 115 9th Ave. S.E. 7:30 p.m. $10 - $16. dirtylaundrycalgary.com. One-Man Star Wars Trilogy and One-Man Lord of the Rings Until Saturday, Oct. 29. Charles Ross retells the Star Wars trilogy or the Lord of the Rings trilogy in 60 minutes on alternating nights. At Pumphouse Theatre, 2140 Pumphouse Ave. S.W. Various times. $30 - $60. pumphousetheatre.ca. Rock Around the Clock Until Wednesday, Nov. 6. Join some couples as they fall in love and dance away the night to great music from the 1950s. At Jubilations Dinner Theatre, 1002 37th St. S.W. Wednesday to Saturday, 6:15 p.m.; Sunday, 5 p.m. $33.25 - $77.95. 403-2497799, jubilations.ca. upcoming Crow’s Theatre The Rockefeller Project Friday, Oct. 28. Clark Rockefeller is a real life conman of the highest order, now serving a near-life sentence in a California State prison. And iconic Canadian ranter and Stars lead singer and songwriter Torquil Campbell wants to try him on for size. At Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity, 107 Tunnel Mountain Dr., Banff, Alta. 9:30 p.m. $10 - $20. banffcentre.ca. Jekyll & Hyde Friday, Oct. 28 to Saturday, Nov. 12. Presented by Front Row Centre Players. Henry Jekyll seeks a cure for the ills of humanity. Motivated by integrity and scientific curiosity, he concocts a serum that separates the good and evil natures of mankind, ripping his own dark tendencies into a new identity; the cruel and merciless Edward Hyde. At Beddington Heights Community Arts Centre, 375 Bermuda Dr. N.W. 7:30 and 2 p.m. $22 - $25. 403-246-8505, frontrowcentre.ca Splendour Friday, Oct. 28 to Saturday, Nov. 5. Explosions in the distance, gradually nearing. Four women await the return of the dictator to the palace, the fragments of their lives pieced into the mosaic of history. At University Theatre, U of C. 7:30 p.m. $15 - $20. scpa.ucalgary.ca. Rocky Horror Live In Concert Saturday, Oct. 29. Enjoy an evening of fishnets and festivities as actors and musicians perform this cult classic live. Featuring a silent auction with unique merchandise, food and drinks and plenty of dancing. At Evergreen Community Spaces, 1709 8th Ave. N.E. 7 p.m. 403-228-1384, ecspaces.com. The Kings of the Kilburn High Road Sunday, Oct. 30 to Saturday, Nov. 12. Presented by Liffey Players Drama Society. Six young Irishmen immigrate to London looking for fortune in the early 1970s. Twenty-odd years later, with one of them dead, they gather in a pub for an informal wake, sharing stories and uncovering years of lies. At Pumphouse Theatre, 2140 Pumphouse Ave. S.W. liffeyplayers.com. Mamma Mia! Tuesday, Nov. 1 to Sunday, Nov. 6. Presented by Broadway Across Canada. Smash hit musical based on the songs of ABBA. One of the most successful musicals of all time, the eighth longest running show in Broadway history and one of only five musicals to have run for more than 10 years on Broadway.

At Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium, 1415 14th Ave. N.W. Performances at 7:30 and 8 p.m. with matinees at 2 p.m. $40 - $94. TM. The Monkey Trial Wednesday, Nov. 2 to Saturday, Nov. 5. Based on the landmark trial that changed a nation. A riveting clash between fundamentalism and modernism, religion and science, dogma and intellectual freedom. The players have changed, but the game remains the same. At Theatre Junction Grand, 608 1st St. S.W. 8 p.m. $20 - $45. 403-205-2922, theatrejunction.com. Bea Thursday, Nov. 3 to Saturday, Nov. 12. Presented by Sage Theatre. A young woman struggling to find her voice while suffering from a debilitating disease. The powerful drama explores the impact of her condition on those closest to her, and the limits of compassion. At Pumphouse Theatres, 2140 Pumphouse Ave. S.W. 403-264-7243, sagetheatre.com. Psycho: An Improvisation Thursday, Nov. 3 to Saturday, Nov. 5. The Improv Guild presents a never-before-tried improvised tribute to one of Alfred Hitchcock’s great classics. At Engineered Air Theatre, Arts Commons. 8 - 10 p.m. $8 - $16. improvguild.com.

children’s theatre

fri oct 21 to sun oct 23 Soulpepper’s Alligator Pie Play brings the celebrated children’s poems of Canada’s Father Goose, Dennis Lee, to vibrant theatrical life. Soulpepper’s creation ensemble fills the stage with music, invention and Lee’s delicious imagination. At Vertigo Theatre, 115 9th Ave. S.E. $25. 403-221-3708, vertigotheatre.com. until sat oct 22 The Paper Bag Princess a Musical Presented by StoryBook Theatre. This story of a feisty princess and her hapless prince has captured the hearts of readers young and old all around the world. At Beddington Heights Community Arts Centre, 375 Bermuda Dr. N.W. Thursdays, 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.; Fridays and Saturdays, 7 p.m.; Sundays, 11 a.m., 2 and 4:30 p.m. $16 - $78. 403-216-0808, storybooktheatre.org. upcoming Hansel and Gretel Saturday, Nov. 5 to Sunday, Nov. 27. Presented by Loose Moose Theatre. At 2nd Floor, Crossroads Market, 1235 26th Ave. S.E. Performances at 1 and 3 p.m. $14. 403-265-5682, loosemoose.com.

DANCE performances

opening thur oct 27 Dracula Until Saturday, Oct. 29. Presented by Alberta Ballet. Enter with the innocence of an innkeeper’s daughter and lose yourself in this legendary and opulent masterpiece, which offers more operatic theatre than horror movie kitsch. At Southern Alberta Jubilee, 1415 14th Ave. N.W. Performances at 7:30 p.m. with matinees at 2 p.m. $24 - $124 albertaballet.com. ongoing Fluid Festival Until Saturday, Oct. 29. A festival dedicated to outstanding performance and celebrating the vast spectrum of what dance can be. Experience the best of contemporary dance and physical performance from local, national and international artists. Various venues in Calgary. springboardperformance.com.

social dances

sun oct 23 Dance Class Marathon This event is for anyone and everyone over the age of 13 who love to dance and move. Featuring 23 different classes to choose from and 8 full hours of dance. In support of the DJD Dance Centre. At the DJD Dance Centre, 111 12th Ave. S.E. 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. $40 - $80. decidedlyjazz.com. ongoing 5Rhythms Movement Meditation Dance Class Tuesdays. Presented by La Caravan Dance Theatre. Flowing staccato chaos lyrical stillness. At Central United Church, alley entrance, 131 7th Ave. S.W. 7:30 p.m. $20. 403-969-1909, dharmainmotion.com. Alberta Dancesport Fridays at Vecova, 3304 33rd St. N.W. 9:15 p.m. to midnight. $7. 403-217-0000, albertadancesport.com. Any-Monday-Nite Square Dancing Mondays except for holidays. Drop-in, no experience and no partner needed. At Highwood Hall, 16th Harlow Ave. N.W. 7:30 - 9:30 p.m. $6 (first time free). banfftrailers.com, 403-620-5131. Arthur Murray Dance Calgary Fridays. At Arthur Murray Dance Studio Calgary, 231B Forge Rd. S.E. Group class, 7:45 p.m.; social dance, 8:30 p.m. Both events are free. 403-319-0732, arthurmurraycalgary.ca. Authentic & Classic Tango Argentino Sundays. Practica with Oleks Maloshtan, Argentine tango instructor at Mount Royal University Recreation. At Scarboro Community Centre, 1727 14th Ave. S.W. 5-6 p.m. maloshtan@gmail.com. Ballroom & Country Dance Party Every Friday, Saturday and Sunday evening. Group lessons available before the party starts. At The Ballroom & Country Dance Studio, 121 17th Ave. N.E. 403-2770500, ballroomcountry.com. Belly Dance with Ariellah Find your inner dance diva and learn the ancient dance of belly dancing. Various locations. Mondays, 4:30 - 8 p.m.; Tuesdays, 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. and 6 - 7 p.m.; Thursdays, 6 - 7 p.m. 403-280-5988, bellydancetoo.com.

Calgary Milongueros Tango Argentino practicas every Friday. At Ballroom & Country Dance Studio, 121 17th Ave. N.E. 8-11 p.m. Tango Argentino Milongas every second Saturday of the month. At Mount Royal Station, 2317 10th St. S.W. 403-288-3679 or 403-667-1616. Centennial Legion 285 Every Thursday. Afternoon dance and big-band jam. 9202 Horton Rd. S.W. 1-3 p.m. 403-255-5772. Chapelhow Legion 284 Every Monday except for the months of July and August. Afternoon dance and big-band 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. 403-988-0973, 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. Dancenergy Premier Centre

of Dance Every Friday. Group class and social dance. Bay 3, 1305 33rd St. N.E. 8 p.m. to midnight, $12; after 9 p.m., $5. 403-253-6977, dancenergy.ca. Dancing Parkinson’s YYC Tuesdays until Dec. 13. Tuesdays. Dance classes to people with Parkinson disease, and their spouses, friends and care partners. With live musical accompaniment and a focus on rhythm, body awareness, motor learning and socializing. At Decidedly Jazz Danceworks, 111 12th Ave. S.E. Level Two, 12:45 - 1:45 p.m.; Level One, 2 - 3 p.m. 403-228-8188, decidedlyjazz.com. DC Dance Club Every Saturday. 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. New couples welcome. At Sunalta Community Hall, 1627 10th Ave. S.W. 7:30-9:30 p.m. 403-289-4227, calfolk.ca. Folkdance Fridays Fridays. Free the first night for newcomers; drop-in or membership fees thereafter. Soft-soled, non-marking shoes only. At Decidedly Jazz Dance Studio, 111 12th Ave. S.E. 7:30 p.m. Free House Dance Adult drop-in classes Monday to Friday. Open to all levels. 2020 12th Ave. N.W. 403-2820555, freehousedance.com. Greater Forest Lawn 55+

Social Dances Every first, third and fifth Saturdays of each month, except July, August and December. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., dancing 7:30 – 10:30 p.m. Non- members $13; Members $12. 3425 26th Ave. S.E. 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 Dances every Wednesday. Non-profit club offers 2 levels of programs for experienced line dancers. At Acadia Recreation Centre, 240 90th Ave. S.E. Review new dances, 6 - 7 p.m.; regular line dance program, 7 - 8:30 p.m. kiclinedanceclub@gmail.com. Minus One Club Dance Every second Saturday. Singles and couples welcome. At St. Vladimir’s Cultural Centre, 404 Meredith Rd. N.E. Live band. 8-11:30 p.m. 403-248-2528. Prairie Winds Square Dance Club Until April. Every Monday (except the last two weeks in Dec.). At Sunalta Community Hall, 1627 10th Ave. S.W. 8 - 10 p.m. $5. 403-968-8954, squaredancecalgary.com. Royal Scottish Country Dancing Society Mondays: At Scarboro United Church, 134 Scarboro Ave. S.W. 7:30 p.m. 403-585-3842. Tuesdays: At Confederation Park 55+ Activity Centre, 2212 13th St. N.W. 7:30 p.m. 403-245-5514. At Kingsland Community Hall, 505 78th Ave. S.W. 8:15 p.m. 403-701-3218. Wednesdays: At Grace Presbyterian Church, 1009 15th Ave. S.W. 7:30 p.m. 403-374-2249. Thursdays: At St. Barnabas Anglican Church, 1407 7th Ave. N.W. 7:30 p.m. 403-4541354. At Confederation Park 55+ Activity Centre. 6:30 p.m. 403-275-8025. Fridays: At Confederation Park 55+ Activity Centre. 10 a.m. 403-2894780. General info at 403-5853842, rscdscalgary.org. The School of Decidedly Jazz Evening adult drop-in classes Monday to Friday. Open to all levels. 111 12th Ave. S.E. 403-2453533, decidedlyjazz.com. Singles Square Dance Club Mondays. At Winston Heights Community Centre, 520 27th Ave. N.E. Beginners, 7-8 p.m.; mainstream, 8-10 p.m. For info contact Elsie at 403-541-0834 or squaredancecalgary.com. Social Dance Club Calgary Every second Saturday. At Southview Community Hall, 2020, 33 St. S.E. Doors, 7:15 p.m. Dance 8-11:30 p.m. $12 members; $14 non-members. 403-2426957, socialdanceclubcalgary.com. Southview Dance Club Society Wednesday: Randy Poirier. At Southview Community Hall, 2020 33rd St. S.E. 7:30-10:30 p.m. $10 members, $12 non-members. 403-266-7167. Stan Foster’s Dance Party Sundays. At Century Casino, 1010 42nd Ave. S.E. 7 - 10 p.m. stanfosterentertainer.com. The A Train Swing Dance Fridays. Presented by Toe Tappin’ Swing. Special theme nights the first Friday of the month. At Mount Pleasant Community Hall, 602 22nd Ave. N.W. Beginner drop-in lesson, 8:30-9:15 p.m.; social dance, 9:15-11:30 p.m. $17 - $20. 403-991-8887, toetappinswing.com. U of C Ballroom Dance Club Until Thursday, Nov. 17. Dance lessons featuring ballroom, country, swing, Latin and tango. Various locations. 7 - 10 p.m. ucalgaryballroomdance.ca. The Western Square Dance Club Dances every Monday. Open to singles and couples. At Winston Heights Community Centre, 520 27th Ave. N.E. 7 p.m. 403-289-6266, esims@telus.net.

COMEDY

fri oct 21 Danny Bhoy: Commonwealth Comedian At Jack Singer Concert Hall, Arts Commons,

7 p.m. $39.50 - $45.50. 403-294-9494, artscommons.ca. until sat oct 22 Broken Lizard Steve Lemme and Kevin Heffernan from Supertroopers. At Laugh Shop Comedy Club, 5940 Blackfoot Trail S.E. 7 and 10 p.m. $24.95. 403-255-6900, laughshopcalgary.com. Bryan Callen At Yuk Yuk’s, 218 18th Ave. S.E. 7 and 10 p.m. $24.95 - $39.95. yukyuks.com. until sun oct 23 Derick Lengwenus At The Comedy Cave, 9206 Macleod Trail S.E. Performances at 8 and 10:30 p.m. $10. 403-287-1120, comedycave.com. sun oct 23 Hannibal Buress At MacEwan Hall, U of C. Doors, 7 p.m. $45.50. TF. tue oct 25 Richie Holliday Until Sunday, Oct. 30. At The Comedy Cave, 9206 Macleod Trail S.E. Performances at 8 and 10:30 p.m. $10. 403-287-1120, comedycave.com. thur oct 27 Paul Myrehaug Until Saturday, Oct. 29. At Laugh Shop Comedy Club, 5940 Blackfoot Trail S.E. 7:30 and 10 p.m. $12.95 - $19.95. 403-255-6900, laughshopcalgary.com. Scott Dumas Until Saturday, Oct. 29. At Yuk Yuk’s, 218 18th Ave. S.E. 7 and 9:30 p.m. $12 - $19.95. yukyuks.com. ongoing Comedy Monday Night Every Monday night. Western Canada’s longest running open mic. At Broken City, 613 11th Ave. S.W. 8 p.m. $5. comedymondaynight.com. Crash Test Comedy Every Tuesday night. Calgary’s comedy upstarts bring their punk rock brand of standup to the stage. At Vern’s, 622 8 Ave. S.W. 8 p.m. $5. facebook.com/CrashTestComedy. Jupiter Comedy Every Wednesday. One of Calgary’s hottest open-mics. At Oak Tree Tavern, 124 10th St. N.W. 8 p.m. $5. jupitercomedy.com. Late Night at the Plaza: Secret Agents Once a month. A live variety talk show celebrating Calgary’s art community that takes a theme and explodes it on stage in an anarchic party of dance, film, art, comedy and music. At The Plaza, 113 Kensington Rd. N.W. 9:30 p.m. $5. facebook.com/latenightplaza. Red Carpet Comedy Last Wednesday of every month. Calgary’s standup comics show off brand new, never before seen material. At Lolita’s Lounge, 1413 9th Ave. S.E. 8 p.m. $10. redcarpetcomedy.com. Saturday Night Lab Saturdays. The Kinkonauts present risky and experimental improv. At The Lab, 112 16 Ave NW. 8 p.m. $10. kinkonauts.com. Super Scene Saturdays. The best performers at Loose Moose try to direct an improvised play. Chaos ensues. At Loose Moose Theatre, 1235 26th Ave. S.E. 8 p.m. $12, students $15. loosemoose.com. upcoming FunnyFest Halloween Comedy Extravaganza Saturday, Oct. 29. Presented by 16th annual FunnyFest Calgary Comedy Festival. A great amount of fun to laugh while being scared. Featuring Joe King and Stu Hughes. $3000 in best costume prizes. At Clarion Hotel, 2120 16th Ave. N.E. 7 - 11 p.m. $20. 403-228-7888, funnyfest.com. Dylan Moran Sunday, Oct. 30. At MacEwan Hall, U of C. Doors, 7 p.m. $42. TF. Gabriel Rutledge Thursday, Nov. 1 to Tuesday, Nov. 6. At The Comedy Cave, 9206 Macleod Trail S.E. Performances at 8 and 10:30 p.m. $10. 403-287-1120, comedycave.com. Norm Macdonald Thursday, Nov. 3 to Saturday, Nov. 5. At Laugh Shop Comedy Club, 5940 Blackfoot Trail S.E. 7 and 10 p.m. $49.95. 403-255-6900, laughshopcalgary.com. Steve Byrne Thursday, Nov. 3 to Saturday, Nov. 5. At Yuk Yuk’s, 218 18th Ave. S.E. 7 and 10 p.m. $14.95 - $24.95. yukyuks.com. Bengt Washburn Thursday, Nov. 8 to Tuesday, Nov. 13. At The Comedy Cave, 9206 Macleod Trail S.E. Performances at 8 and 10:30 p.m. $10. 403-287-1120, comedycave.com.

ART gallery shows

opening fri oct 21 Alberta Printmakers Society & Artist Proof Gallery Until Saturday, Nov. 26. Ian Brown: Air, Fire, Water. 4025 4th St. S.E. 403-287-1056, albertaprintmakers.com. Truck Gallery Until Saturday, Nov. 26. James Luna: ISHI: The Archive Performance & Performagraphic Written and performed

by Luna and featuring artist Sheila Skinner. Part of The Mountain Standard Time Performative Art Festival. 2009 10th Ave. S.W. 403-261-7702, truck.ca. opening sat oct 22 The Collectors Gallery Until Tuesday, Nov. 15. Urban Vistas. Large scale urban street scenes by Edmonton artist Raymond Theriault. 1332 9th Ave. S.E. 403-245-8300, collectorsgalleryofart.com. Gibson Fine Art Until Saturday, Nov. 5. Rowan Hill & Sarah Kidner: Feature Artists Their artistic styles represent visions from their everyday lives although expressed as if viewed from a dream, a canvas communicating the line in which connects reality to imagination. 102, 628 11th Ave. S.W. 403-2442000, gibsonfineart.ca. Newzones Gallery Until Saturday, Nov. 19. Anda Kubis: Chrominance. Part of the new Abstraction movement in Canada, Kubis continues her play with colour, space and illusion. 730 11th Ave. S.W. 403-266-1972, newzones.com. sat oct 22 ADAC Calgary Gallery Hop Includes guided tours by local artists as well as wine and art pairings by Metrovino. Starts at Wallace Galleries, 500 5th Ave. S.W. at 11 a.m.; last hop at Jarvis Hall Gallery, 333B 36th Ave. S.E. at 4:14 p.m. 403-228-4889. until sat oct 22 Gainsborough Galleries A duo art exhibition featuring new paintings by Ron Hedrick and Ted Raftery. Stunning Alberta scenes and beautiful impressionistic landscapes. Artists’ reception Saturday, Oct. 15. 12 - 5 p.m. 441 5th Ave. S.W. 403-262-3715, gainsboroughgalleries.com. The New Gallery It’s Gonna Rain In Divya Mehra’s uncommon shrine to her own loss, she asks, How do we come to know violence? 208 Centre. St. S.E. 403-233-2399, thenewgallery.org. TrépanierBaer Aujourd’hui Encore: Alexander, Boyle, Lemieux, Martineau, McMaster, Myre, Stuart, Wainio. 105, 999 8th St. S.W. 403-244-2066, trepanierbaer.com. until sun oct 23 Walter Phillips Gallery Improvise Everything. Exhibition takes up ideas of musical improvisation to explore strategies for generating mutual responsibility within ensembles, assemblies and other temporary collectives, beyond the musical field. With works by Diane Borsato, Raven Chacon, Dylan Miner, Pauline Oliveros and Amanda White. At the Banff Centre, 107 Tunnel Mountain Dr., Banff. banffcentre.ca. until mon oct 24 The Three Sisters Gallery Through the Lens. A selection of photographs by Canmore students from the past 19 years. Opening reception Thursday, Sept. 22. 6 - 8 p.m. Elevation Place, 700 Railway Ave., Canmore. canmorepublicart.com. until tue oct 25 The Hive Gallery Group Exhibition by artists Melanie Morstad, Jack Blair, Juerg Salzgeber, Allyson Thain and the Wildcat Artists. 200, 729 Main St. Canmore 403-609-3324. opening thur oct 27 Inglewood Fine Arts Until Sunday, Nov. 13. Brian Stone: Double Vision. 1223B 9th Ave. S.E. 403-262-5011, inglewoodfinearts.com. until thur oct 27 Bissett Art Gallery Elizabeth Laishley: Masks of the Indigenous People. 2nd Floor, Bissett School of Business, MRU, 4825 Mount Royal Gate S.W. until sat oct 29 Artpoint Gallery Main Gallery: Vanessa Kary: Lotus. Upstairs Gallery: Reinhold Pinter: Net Combustion. Red Gallery: Nadine Charman: Piercing the Veil. Stairway Gallery: The Heritage Weavers and Spinners Guild: Inspired by Urban Landscapes. 1139 11th St. S.E. 403-265-6867, artpoint.ca. ongoing Arts Commons Various galleries around Art Commons, 205 8th Ave. S.E. 403-2947455, artscommons.ca. Gallery of Alberta Media Arts Until Sunday, Nov. 27. MSG by Joe Kelly, A show for nobody by Jordan Schinkel and Trajectory by D. Raylene Campbell. On the Arts Commons three video monitors. The Ledge Gallery Until Sunday, Nov. 27. Sarah van Sloten: Lady Painter. +15 level overlooking Centre Court. Lightbox Studio Until Sunday, Nov. 27. Lyndon Navalta: Hunting. Gathering. Worshiping. A labour of love examining the beauty of LGBTQ men. Beside Martha Cohen Theatre. Truck +15 Window Space Until Friday, Dec. 30. Shannon Garden-Smith & Polina Teif: Skins and Shirts Installation of an ongoing photographic project by Teif and Garden-Smith that returns images taken from the storefront back to the surface of the window. Untitled Art Society +15 Window Until Wednesday, Nov. 30. Jessie Short: Wake Up! Artist employs a self-reflexive and interdisciplinary practice to best explore constructs of Métis identity and contemporary visual culture. Window Galleries Until Sunday, Nov. 27 Patterns on Patterns, This is a Painting, and Cruel Triumphs. Avalanche! Institute of Contemporary Art Until Sunday, Nov. 6. Final Exhibition: Walking Phoenix. 343 11th Ave. S.W. avalancheavalanche.com

Bow Valley Ranche

Artisan Gardens Outdoor exhibition featuring 175 pieces of art by more than 60 established Canadian artists. Open to the public year-round. Bow Valley Ranche, Fish Creek Provincial Park. bowvalleyranche.com. Canada House Gallery Until Monday, Oct. 31. Les Thomas: BowTye An avid fly-fisherman, Thomas is inspired by Alberta’s stunning riverways and wildlife he encounters while fishing. 201 Bear St., Banff. 1-800-419-1298, canadahouse.com. Centennial Gallery Until Thursday, Nov. 10. Whimsical Journeys. Collage painting by Earlene Manz, painting, collage and needlework by Katy Morris and tapestry weaving by Liv Pedersen. Artists’ reception Sunday, Oct. 16. 1 - 3 p.m. 153, 115 9th Ave. S.E. 403-266-6783, centennialartgallery.blogspot.ca. Christine Klassen Gallery Until Saturday, Nov. 26. Karrie Arthurs: Revenant Portraits. Series of altered 19th-century charcoal portraits that examine the personal stories of North American settlers and prairie dwellers. Lee Nielsen: Commanding Heights. Series of contemporary painted portraits in the style of religious iconography. 321 50th Ave. S.E. 403-262-1880, christineklassengallery.com. Contemporary Calgary Until Sunday, Nov. 6. Zimoun. Using simple and functional components, Zimoun builds architecturally-minded platforms of sound. Part of Beakerhead. Until Saturday, Nov. 12: Performing the Landscape Each work selected for the show introduces elements of performativity into the natural environment and links landscape and performance via different categories. 117 8th Ave. S.W. 403-7701350, contemporarycalgary.com. Esker Foundation Until Sunday, Dec. 18. Cedric & Jim Bomford: The Traveller. Project takes early settler infrastructure as its foundation, in particular the eccentric buildings and machines that were built to perform a specific task, and which would subsequently be discarded once the task was complete. Jasmina Cibic: Tear Down and Rebuild. Several films by the Slovenian artist focusing on the mechanisms that assist in the creation of (trans) national myths. Larissa Fassler: Civic. Centre. Map-drawing hybrids and objects of urban spaces that comfortably exist between models, sculptures, and relational actions. 444, 1011 9th Ave. S.E. 403-930-2490, eskerfoundation.com. Founders Gallery Until Sunday, Oct. 30. The Art of Command: Portraits and Posters from Canada’s Afghan Mission. Solo exhibition by Gertrude Kearns, Canada’s leading contemporary war artist. At The Military Museums, 4520 Crowchild Trail S.W. 403-974-2847, themilitarymuseums.ca. Framed on Fifth Until Saturday, Oct. 29. Karen Swearengen: Life’s Moments. Artist’s recent collection of paintings. 1207 5th Ave. N.W. 403-244-3688, framedonfifth.com. Gallery 505 Until Sunday, Feb. 5. Connections: Calgary Arts Community Builders. Provides a highlight of a small selection of the artists Calgary Allied Arts Foundation has supported. 505 8th Ave. S.W. calgaryalliedartsfoundation.ca. Illingworth Kerr Gallery Until Saturday, Nov. 12. Performing the Landscape. Five local galleries revisit the landscape tradition through the lens of the moving image. 1407 14th Ave. N.W., acad.ab.ca. Jarvis Hall Gallery Until Saturday, Oct. 29. Marigold Santos. Santos pursues an inter-disciplinary art practice involving drawn, painted and printed works. 333B 36th Ave. S.E. 403-206-9942, jarvishallgallery.com. Leighton Art Centre Until Sunday, Oct. 30. Bridges. Exhibition celebrating the Alberta Society of Artists’ 85th anniversary. Until Saturday, Nov. 26. Helios: Solar powered sculptural installation by Lisa Brawn. Rural location 15 minutes southwest of Calgary (detailed directions on the centre’s website). 403-931-3633, leightoncentre.org. Lifelong Learners First Wednesday of every month. Seniors take part in a tour and discussion of the current exhibitions. Explore new ideas and engage creatively with arts and culture. At Esker Foundation, 444 1011 9th Ave. S.E. 2:30 - 3:30 p.m. 403-930-2490, eskerfoundation.com. Midtowne Gallery Until Saturday, Nov. 5. Featuring Maggie Leal-Valias (photo-based works) and Wanda Ellerbeck (paintings and sculpture). 9250 Macleod Trail S.E. 403-252-7063. The New Gallery Until Friday, Nov. 25. Frederic Bigras-Burrogano: Milan New Mexico. Explores the phenomenon of North American towns that are named using the borrowed names from other cities of the world. 208 Centre. St. S.E. 403-233-2399, thenewgallery.org. Nickle Galleries Until Saturday, Dec. 10. Generations: 50 Years of Art at the University and Beyond. Reflection on the U of C art department as a creative generator featuring over 70 artworks made by 30 studio instructors and 30 alumni. Until Saturday, Dec. 17. Robin Arseneault: Onlookers and Dave and Jenn: A Natural History of Islands. Taylor Family Digital Library, University of Calgary. nickle.ucalgary.ca. Okotoks Art Gallery Until Saturday, Nov. 12. Edward Burtynsky: Relationships And Reconfigurations. A selection of photographs by renowned Canadian photographer. 53 North Railway St., Okotoks. 403-938-3204.

Ruberto Ostberg Gallery Until Saturday, Nov. 5. Ken Housego and Kenzie Housego: Curios—Constructed and Found. Albertan father and daughter visual artists debut new artworks in a duo exhibition. 2108 18 St. N.W. 403-2893388, ruberto-ostberg.com. Truck Contemporary Art Until Saturday, Nov. 26. Julie Tremble: BPM. Until Saturday, Nov. 12. Performing the Landscape 37093 2009 10th Ave. S.W. 403-261-7702, truck.ca. Untitled Art Society Gallery Until Saturday, Nov. 26. Staring at the sun with your eyes closed. Coincidences have a slippery shape. The magic of coincidence is that, because we don’t wait for them to present themselves, we get to be arrested by their existence. Works by sculptor/installation artist Lauren Chipeur and sculptor April Martin. Curated by Zoë Wonfor. 343 11th Ave. S.W. 403-262-7911, uascalgary.org. The Van Ginkel Art Gallery Exclusively showcasing the artwork of Paul Van Ginkel. Subjects include western, dance, First Nations, floral and more. 1312A 9th Ave. S.E. 403-294-1014, paulvanginkel.com. Vivianeart Until Saturday, Oct. 29. Launchpad. Inaugural exhibition by newly reimagined gallery with works by artists represented by the gallery including Erik Olson, Kristopher Karklin, Shawn Evans, Diane Landry, Aida Muluneh, Julie Beugin and Tyler Bright Hilton. 1114 11th St. S.W. 587-349-2014, vivianeart.gallery. Wallace Galleries Until Wednesday, Nov. 9. Ronald Bloore. 500 5th Ave. S.W. 403-262-8050, wallacegalleries.com. Walter Phillips Gallery Until Wednesday, Nov. 30. Notes on how to be a human A yearlong curatorial project that considers the conundrums, messiness and exquisite strangeness of being a human. Until Sunday, Jan. 22. No Visible Horizon: 40 Years of Walter Phillips Gallery. Featuring Maggie Groat and Jimmy Limit, Julia Crabtree and William Evans, Liz Magor, Amy Malbeuf and Lisa Myers. At the Banff Centre, 107 Tunnel Mountain Dr., Banff. banffcentre.ca. Willock & Sax Gallery Until Monday, Oct. 31. John Chalke: Directions of His Own. 110, 211 Bear St., Banff. 403-7622214, willockandsaxgallery.com.

non-gallery shows

until fri oct 21 Riverview Artists Show And Sale Featuring original artwork by 12 local artists. The paintings are varied in style and technique, reflecting the unique creativity and inspiration of each artist. At Gulf Canada Square, 401 9th Ave. S.W. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. riverview-artists.com. fri oct 21 to wed oct 26 Mountain Standard Time Performative Art Festival Event ensures that performative art practices are recognized and sustained in the Southern Alberta region. Featuring local, national, and international artistic communities. Various venues in Calgary. mstfestival.org. sat oct 22 Art Horizons Show And Sale Celebrating 24 years of original fine art, jewelry, pottery by local artisans. At Meadowlark Park Hall, 623 58th Ave. S.W. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 403-236-9819, arthorizonscalgary.com. Calgary Sketch Club Art Show And Sale Artwork of every description including watercolour, oil acrylic and pastel. Artists will be in attendance. At Woodcliff United Church, 5010 Spruce Dr. S.W. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. $5. calgarysketchclub.com. ongoing Alison Philpotts Until Friday, Dec. 30. At Euphoria Cafe, 5403 Crowchild Trail N.W. philpottspaintings.com.

MUSEUMS

opening sat oct 22 Glenbow Museum Until Sunday, Jan. 29. 1920s Modernism in Montreal: The Beaver Hall Group. Until, Sunday, Feb. 5. Rough Country: The Strangely Familiar in Mid-20th Century Alberta Art. Until Sunday, Feb. 26. One New Work: M.N. Hutchinson: The Last Longest Day. 130 9th Ave. S.E. 403-2684100, glenbow.org. sat oct 22 + sun oct 23 Navy Days Presented by The Naval Museum of Alberta Society. Featuring guided tours of the museum, the unveiling of new exhibits, the sale of ship models and a chane to purchase naval memorablia and more. The Military Museums. 4520 Crowchild Trail S.W. Starting at 10 a.m. 403-410-2340, themilitarymuseums.ca. opening mon oct 24 Pomp & Circumstance: Celebrations of the Fire Brigade Kind Until Friday, Jan. 27. Calgary Firefighter’s Museum presents an exhibit on the Fire Brigade’s history of connection to our community’s celebratory events, through its galloping fire horses, gleaming steam engines and other pomp and circumstance. At Lougheed House, 707 13th Ave. S.W. 403-244-6333, lougheedhouse.com.

starting thur oct 27 Ghouls’ Night Out Until Sunday, Oct. 30. The ghosts and ghouls come out to play at this family-friendly Halloween event. At Heritage Park, 1900 Heritage Dr. S.W. Thursday, Oct. 27 to Saturday, Oct. 29. 6 - 9 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 30. 4 - 7 p.m. Free to $10.95. 403-268-8500, heritagepark.ca. ongoing Aero Space Museum of Calgary 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. 403-250-3752, asmac.ab.ca. 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, Alta. 403-6462270, bombercommandmuseum.ca. Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame Honouring 540 sport legends from 60 sports with over 50 interactive exhibits and more than 2,000 artefacts. Ongoing: Sochi 2014 Exhibit: Stories, artefacts and video on the athletes of the 2014 Sochi Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games. 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. Monday to Friday, 12 - 4:30 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday 11 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. 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 Until Sunday, Jan. 8. Bill Viola: Walking on the Edge. Part of the Performing the Landscape exhibition. Viola is an internationally-recognized contemporary artist whose pioneering work with immersive installations, video projections and sound environments focuses on fundamental human experiences. 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. +15 Level, BMO Centre, Stampede Park. 403-263-4594, grainacademymuseum.com. Heritage Park Discover the promise, ingenuity and freedom that the introduction of the automobile had on society in Gasoline Alley Museum. Explore a rare and colourful collection of vintage vehicles and petroliana on your own, or with a guided tour. Gasoline Alley Museum open Tuesday to Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 1900 Heritage Dr. S.W. 403-268-8500, heritagepark.ca. The Military Museums Until Oct. 30: The Art of Command: Portraits and Posters from Canada’s Afghan Mission Solo exhibition by Gertrude Kearns, Canada’s leading contemporary war artist, that examines the roles of specific highly ranked individuals who not only fought in but commanded Canada’s war in Afghanistan. In the Founder’s Gallery. Until Sunday, Nov. 13. Play Hard, Fight Hard: a ground-breaking exhibit that explores the relationship between sports and military service and how concepts like teamwork, leadership, physical fitness, and tactical planning are shared between the two worlds. 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. 403-6527156, 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. 403-9486685, nosecreekvalleymuseum.com. Red Deer Museum and Art Gallery Ongoing: Remarkable Red Deer: Stories from the Heart of the Parkland. 4525 47A Ave., Red Deer, Alta. Adults, $5; seniors/students/youth, $2. 403-3098405, reddeermuseum.com. Royal Tyrrell Museum Journey through time and come faceto-face with some of Canada’s mightiest dinosaurs. 90 minutes northeast of Calgary. Open year-round. Highway 838, Midland Provincial Park, Drumheller, Alta. tyrrellmuseum.com. Sundre Museum & Chester Mjolsness World of Wildlife See pioneer artifacts and displays which depict the historical makings of Sundre, Alta. The world of wildlife features over 170 animal mounts from around the world and they are displayed in their natural habitat. Located in the town of Sundre, 100 km northwest of Calgary. 403-638-3233, museum.sundre.com. Sunnybrook Farm Museum Learn about the lives of pioneer farm families in Central Alberta while exploring Red Deer’s oldest farm. Visit a log house, feed the chickens, enjoy a wagon ride and much more. Exhibits by appointment only.

4701 30th St. Red Deer, Alta. 403-3403511, sunnybrookfarmmuseum.ca. Telus Spark Ongoing: Explore the interactive exhibits of Canada’s first new purpose-built Science Centre in over 25 years. 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. YouthLink Calgary Police

Interpretive Centre Get ready for an awesome family-friendly police adventure! 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. Tuesday to Saturday. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. youthlinkcalgary.com.

LITERARY EVENTS

fri oct 21 Susan Calder: When A Warm Wind

Blows Off The Mountains Presented by Long Lunch Quick Reads. Featuring a powerful new short read by an astonishing Alberta writer, a beautiful chapbook to read on site and then to take home. At Loft112, 112, 535 8th Ave. S.E. 12 - 2 p.m. 403-455-1120, loft112.org. sat oct 22 Danielle Jensen: The Malediction Trilogy Local USA Today YA author signs copies of her acclaimed fantasy series. At Owl’s Nest Books, 815A 49th Ave. S.W. 1 - 4 p.m. 403-2879557, owlsnestbooks.com. Diversity and Representation Explore the representation of women, persons of colour, and LGBTQ characters in superhero comics. At Calgary Central Library, 616 Macleod Trail S.E. 2 - 3:30 p.m. 403-260-2620, calgarypubliclibrary.com. tue oct 25 Calgary Women’s Literary Club Featuring Micheline Maylor, Calgary Public Library’s author-in- residence, Calgary’s Poet Laureate and professor at Mount Royal University. At Memorial Park Library, 1221 2nd St. S.W. 2 - 3 p.m. calgarywomensliteraryclub.com. S.G. Wong: Devil Take the Hindmost Calgary launch of Alberta crime writer’s 3rd in the PI Lola Starke mysteries. At Owl’s Nest Books, 815A 49th Ave. S.W. 7 p.m. 403-287-9557, owlsnestbooks.com. until tue oct 25 Idea Coaching: Unleash your

Creativity Community experts brainstorm activities and provide a crash course in creative thinking. At Calgary Central Library, 616 Macleod Trail S.E., 403-260-2620, calgarypubliclibrary.com. wed oct 26 Tails of Landlocked Sea Creatures Presented by TALES. Lovers of watery places sometimes find themselves landlocked on great dusty plains. Minstrels, songstresses, and storytellers perform tales of seafaring wanderers and mystical creatures all bound by the wonders of the sea. At Shelf Life Books, 1302 4th St. S.W. 7 - 9 p.m. 403-265-1033, shelflifebooks.ca. thur oct 27 Mike Myers Comedian launches his book about Canada. At Calgary Central Library, 616 Macleod Trail S.E. 7 - 8:30 p.m. $39.95. calgarypubliclibrary.com. Tyche Books Triple Launch Halloween Extravaganza! Three local authors, three novels, one big party. Dress up and come on down for games, prizes, and good creepy fun. At Owl’s Nest Books, 815A 49th Ave. S.W. 7 p.m. owlsnestbooks.com. ongoing Alberta Romance Writers The fourth Thursday and second Saturday of each month. Talks and workshops on writing in all genres. albertaromancewriters.com. AWCS: 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. Expressions: Spoken Word Every second Monday. Open Mic and a set from a featured artist. Collaboratively co-hosted by Inonge Chimwaso, Selina Clary and Cobra Collins. At Cafe Koi, 1011 1 St. S.W. 403-206-1564, cafekoi.com. Ink Spot Poetry Collective SLAM and Open Mic Series Last Monday of every month. At Wine-Ohs Bistro & Cellar, 811 1st St. S.W. 403-686-4292, calgaryspokenwordfestival.com/slam. Owl’s Nest Book Clubs Book clubs for various ages. Senior Owlets (kids in grades 7 - 9), first Saturday of the month, 2 p.m.; Junior Owlets (kids in grades 3 - 6), first Saturday or the month, 9 a.m. Hootdunnit (mystery book club for adults), the third Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. At Owl’s Nest Books,

815A 49th Ave. S.W. 403-287-9557, owlsnestbooks.com/book-clubs. Passion 4 Writing (P4W) Young

Adults Writing Group Meetings held every one to two months. A writing group for young adults ages 18 to 26. Find a group of fellow writers who support and encourage each other along the writing path. Meets at various locations throughout the city, e-mail p4w.calgary@yahoo.ca for details, passion4writing.com. Storytime Every Wednesday. Songs and storybook readings. At Pages, 1135 Kensington Rd. N.W. 10 a.m. 403-283-6655. upcoming The Banff Mountain Film And Book

Festival Saturday, Oct. 29 to Sunday, Nov. 6. The world’s best mountain films, books, and speakers take the spotlight for nine days each fall in Banff. Experience the adventure of climbing, mountain expeditions, remote cultures, and the world’s last great wild places. Various times. banffcentre.ca. Calgary Women’s Literary Club Tuesday, Nov. 1. Featuring Cecilia Krupa presents Harper Lee. At Memorial Park

Library, 1221 2 St. S.W. 2 - 3 p.m. calgarywomensliteraryclub.com. Coming Here, Being Here: A Canadian

Migration Anthology Tuesday, Nov. 1. Reading by Don Mulcahy (Editor), Antonio D’Alfonso and Michael Mirolla. At Shelf Life Books, 1302 4th St. S.W. 7 - 9 p.m. 403-265-1033, shelflifebooks.ca. Rudy Wiebe: Where the Truth Lies Wednesday, Nov. 2. Book launch. At Shelf Life Books, 1302 4th St. S.W. 7 - 9 p.m. 403-265-1033, shelflifebooks.ca. Literary Double Header: Rea Tarvydas

and Beth Everest Thursday, Nov. 3. At Shelf Life Books, 1302 4th St. S.W. 7 - 9 p.m. 403-265-1033, shelflifebooks.ca. Timothy Reynolds: Waking Anastasia Tuesday, Nov. 8. Local author launches debut historical fantasy novel. At Owl’s Nest Books, 815A 49th Ave. S.W. 7 p.m. 403-287-9557, owlsnestbooks.com.

TALKS

sat oct 22 Creating Space To Become A Healing Presence Participants work through four distinct personal exercises related to creating space for oneself, God and others. It is anticipated that these exercises allow the participants to become a healing presence to everyone they come into contact with. At Christian Pastoral Caregivers Association, 3516 64 St. N.E. 9 a.m. $25 - $30. 403-616-2352, cpcassoc.ca. sun oct 23 + mon oct 24 I Bought a Rainforest Discover what it’s like to live in two of the world’s great wildlife parks through the eyes of critically acclaimed photojournalist Charlie Hamilton James. At Jack Singer Concert Hall, Arts Commons. 2 and 7 p.m. $29 - $69. 403-294-9494, artscommons.com. tue oct 25 RCAF History and the New Cold

War Exhibit Presented by the Chinook Country Historical Society. Hear Don Matthews, Chairman of the Air Force Museum relate our grand military aviation history from the First World War to the Cold War. Guided tours of the Ken and Roma Lett Cold War Exhibit near the museum available from 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.. At Naval Museum, 4520 Crowchild Trail S.W. 7:30 p.m. Free. chinookcountry.org.

wed oct 26 Compassion and Wisdom in Daily

Life At The Calgary Diamond Way Buddhist Centre, 7628 Elbow Dr. S.W. 7:30 p.m. diamondway.org/calgary. thur oct 27 Exploring the Native Grassland Elements of Fish Creek Provincial

Park Join Ian Macdonald, Professional Biologist and Botanist, as he outlines the results of his two-year survey of the slopes in Fish Creek Provincial Park. He discusses the diversity of over 100 native prairie species recorded, the environmental factors which have contributed to their presence, several of the more notable sites within the park which support these species, and prospects for their future. At Fish Creek Environmental Learning Centre, 13931 Woodpath Rd. S.W. 7 - 8 p.m. Members, free; non-members, $5. friendsoffishcreek.org. Faith, Flora and Fauna: Eco

Theology Presented by Conversation of unCommonGrace. Join in this conversation: Do we have dominion over creation or are we stewards of the planet? At Grace Presbyterian Church, 1009 15th Ave. S.W. 7 p.m. gracechurchcalgary.com. Great Debates: The Green Line With City Councillors Shane Keating, Brian Pincott, and Evan Woolley. At Calgary Central Library, 616 Macleod Trail S.E. 7 - 9 p.m. 403-260-2620, calgarypubliclibrary.com. thur oct 27 Cyber Summit 2016: Using

Technology Responsibly Additional date, Friday, Oct. 28. Event focuses on the privacy and policy implications of technologies related to open, big data, and the Internet of Things. At The Banff Centre, 107 Tunnel Mountain Dr. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. $150 - $300. 403-762-6100, cybera.ca. ongoing ALPHA Until Sunday, Dec. 4. Explore life, faith and God in a friendly, open and informal environment. A series of interactive sessions to explore those questions with food, a talk and open discussion. At Bethany Chapel of Calgary, 3333 Richardson Way S.W. 4 - 6 p.m. 403-249-8605, bethanychapel.com. 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. 403-8277520, calgary.aphasia.centre@gmail.com. Autumn Birding Course Until Sunday, Dec. 18. Outings are conducted by Gus Yaki, a lifelong naturalist who has birded around the world and other experienced instructors. At Fish Creek Park, Monday to Thursday, 15975 Bow Bottom Trail S.E. 9:15 a.m.; Saturdays, 9 a.m.; Sundays, 9 a.m. or 1:15 p.m. $60. 403-238-3841, friendsoffishcreek.org. 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. Confederation Conversation Club Thursdays. Participants choose their own topic including global, national, local, politics, religion, history, geography and any other topics you want. All ages. At Confederation Park Centre, 2212 13th St. N.W. 1:30-3:30 p.m. 403-284-3811. upcoming Conversations that Matter: Exploring

My Faith with Others Wednesdays, Nov. 2, 9 and 16. A three week program that provides an opportunity to identify and discuss individual faith values. All faiths are welcome. At Wild Rose United Church, 1317 1st St. N.W. 7 - 9 p.m. 403-277-5576. Wood Forum On Arthritis and You Saturday, Nov. 5. A public forum on the latest research advances in personalized medicine. At Telus Spark, 220 St. Georges Dr. N.E. 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. mccaiginstitute.com.

SPORTS

fri oct 21 Calgary Stampeders vs. Toronto

Argonauts At McMahon Stadium, 1817 Crowchild Trail N.W. 8 p.m. $34.50 - $116.50. TM. Royal West Show Jumping At Agrium Western Event Centre, Stampede Park. 6:45 p.m. $10. TM. sat oct 22 Calgary Flames vs. St. Louis Blues At Scotiabank Saddledome. 8 p.m. $52 - $334. TM. sun oct 23 Calgary Hitmen vs. Prince Albert Raiders At Scotiabank Saddledome. 4 p.m. $18.50 - $23.50. TM. ongoing Learn To Fish Family Clinic Until Saturday, Oct. 29. Discover the lure of fishing together as a family. This program is designed for families with kids aged 6 and up. All fishing equipment is provided and a fishing licence is not required for participants. At Bow Habitat Station, 1440 17A St. S.E. 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. $15. 403-297-6561, bowhabitat.alberta.ca. upcoming Calgary Flames vs. Ottawa Senators Friday, Oct. 28. At Scotiabank Saddledome. 7 p.m. $57 - $334. TM. Calgary Hitmen vs. Prince George Cougars Saturday, Oct. 29. At Scotiabank Saddledome. 7 p.m. $18.50 - $23.50. TM. Calgary Flames vs. St. Louis Blues Sunday, Oct. 30. At Scotiabank Saddledome. 7:30 p.m. $39 - $284. TM.

runs, walks + rides

sat oct 22 Spruce Meadows Oktoberfest Run Celebrate Oktoberfest with a chip timed 5K and 10K runs. At Spruce Meadows, 18011 Spruce Meadows Way S.W. 1 p.m. $50 - $165. sprucemeadows.com. sun oct 23 Halloween Howl A 3K or 5K fun run/ walk or a 10K chip-timed run. All proceeds support the Alberta Diabetes Foundation. Costumes are encouraged. At Eau Claire Market, 200 Barclay Parade S.W. Starts at 9:30 a.m. albertadiabetesfoundation.com. Kathy’s Run for Pancreatic

Cancer Calgary The 10K Run for Research and the Spank the Panc Half Marathon are chip timed events. The 5K Purple Hat Parade are only chip timed for participants selecting the run option. Race kit pickup at Glenmore Landing Shopping Centre, A126 1600 90th Ave. S.W. Race starts at 10 a.m. events.runningroom.com. ongoing Walking Tours of the Downtown Wednesdays. Guides are seniors giving back to the community. Starting at the entrance of Glenbow Museum, 130 9th Ave. S.E. 10 a.m. 403-284-3731. upcoming The Dash for Doom Saturday, Oct. 29. A family and pet-friendly running event. Events include a 1K kids fun run, a 5K walk/run, or a 10K competitive run. Awards are given to participants in costume as well as best time awards in the competitive 10K. The course runs along Memorial Drive N.W. and Eau Claire Park. Race starts at 4:45 p.m. raceroster.com.

SPECIAL EVENTS

fri oct 21 Daraja Foundation’s Gala And Fundraiser Celebrate Daraja Foundation’s progress this year and raise funds for ongoing and new initiatives in Calgary and in Zanzibar. Help support Calgary families and families abroad through Daraja Foundation, Bicycles for Humanity and Children’s Cottage Society. At Webster Galleries Inc., 812 11th Ave. S.W. 6 - 10 p.m. $65. darajafoundation.com. St. Peter’s Men’s Night Out Event features a scotch and cigar tent, a chance to win numerous prizes including cash, and an extensive silent auction selection. At Dalhousie Community Centre, 5432 Dalhart Rd. N.W. $225. 403-483-1742. sat oct 22 Look 2016 An evening of artistically-infused celebration featuring a live art auction, installations and special guests Adam Gopnik and Steve Martin. At Centennial Planetarium, 701 11th St. S.W. 7 p.m. $250 - $2,000; after-party only (10 p.m. start), $25. contemporarycalgary.com. Seva Gala 2016 In support of the Alberta Children’s Hospital Foundation. Inspired by the celebration and lights of Diwali. Guests indulge in a Diwali traditional card or dice game, or be dazzled by the festival themed ballroom. Following an authentic three course dinner and performances by Raghav. At The Metropolitan Centre, 333 4th Ave. S.W. 6 - 11 p.m. $150. childrenshospital.ab.ca. thur oct 27 Boobyball Take a walk on the wild side while helping raise funds for breast health. Experience an evening filled with majestic beats by DJ Fayyaz of Pez Production, wild hair and make-up touch-ups courtesy of Lava Hair, gourmet tiki treats, paradise VIP suites and much more. At The Calgary Zoo, 1300 Zoo Rd. N.E. 7 p.m. $75. boobyball.rethinkbreastcancer.com. ongoing Parkdale Farmers’ Market Every Wednesday. At Parkdale Community Center, 3512 5th Ave. N.W. 2 - 6:30 p.m. parkdalecommunity.com. Train Of Terror Excursion Until Sunday, Oct. 30. This All-Hallows Eve, embark on a train of terror. Once you get on, you cannot get off. At Aspen Crossing, one kilometre west of Mossleigh on Hwy 24. 7 - 10 p.m. $69.99. 1-866440-3500, aspencrossing.com. upcoming Boo! Spooktacular Family Fun Friday, Oct. 28 and Saturday, Oct. 29. Friday: Check out the pumpkins in the vendor pumpkin carving contest and vote for a chance to win $50 in Market Bucks. Saturday: come in a Halloween costume for spooktacular fun with a Christopher Cool Magic Show, spooky storytelling, crafts, healthy Halloween snacks, and a Mad Scientist Fire and Ice Show. At Calgary Farmers’ Market, 510 77th Ave. S.E. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. 403-240-9113, calgaryfarmersmarket.ca. An Evening at the Academy Awards Saturday, Oct. 29. In support of Sewing Seeds Canada. Join MC par excellence Gery Schubert in his comedic role as Rene Mauve Toupee. Featuring auctions, dinner, awards, entertainment, special guest appearances, and prizes. At Markin MacPhail Centre, Canada Olympic Park. 5:30 - 9:30 p.m. $100. sewingseedscanada.com. Azuridge Estate Dance With Dracula Haunted Halloween Gala Saturday, Oct. 29. Fill a cauldron with a bone chilling martini and walk through the Azuridge Hotel’s enchanted Estate. Be entranced by live entertainment, dine on ghoulish fare, and compete against the most ghastly of ghouls and sensual of seductresses for best dressed. At Azuridge Estate Hotel, 178057 272 St., Priddis. W. 7 p.m. $150. 403-931-0100, azuridgehotel.com. Model Railroad Open House Saturday, Oct. 29. View the new layout plans. Free Locomotive tune-up clinic and Detailing Workshop. Hourly raffles and giveaways. At Calgary Model Trainmen’s Club, 7 11th St. N.E. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 403-2744852, calgarymodeltrainmen.com. Taste N’ Task Car Rally Saturday, Oct. 29. Presented by Okotoks Arts Council. Annual fundraising even full of fun and hilarity. Rally through the Foothills area with clues, questions and tasks within the theme of “arts and culinary”. At Royal Canadian Legion, 121 Sunset Blvd. S.E. 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Per person, $40; team of 4, $130. 403-938-7101, okotoksartscouncil.ca. A Boo-tiful Night Sunday, Oct. 30. Frightfully fun annual family Halloween bash. Featuring art activities and prizes. Costumes encouraged. At 4Cats Arts Studio, 34 Edgedale Dr. N.W. 5:30 - 7 p.m. $5. 403-208-1423, 4cats.com.