SPECIAL EVENTS

fri jan 19 Burns Nicht Fundraising event with dinner, cash bar, silent auction and ceilidh dancing. At Confederation Park 55+ Activity Centre, 2212 13th St. N.W. 5:30 - 11 p.m. $45; children under 16, free. 403-289-4780, yycseniors.com. sat jan 20 Frosty’s Birthday Bring a donation of gently used winter clothing and receive a voucher to decorate a three-bite Jelly Modern Doughnut (between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. while supplies last). Also featuring a Frosty magic show from Christopher Cool (11-11:45 a.m.), and a carving of a large ice sculpture (10 a.m. to 1 p.m.). At Calgary Farmers’ Market, 510 77th Ave. S.E. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. 403-240-9113, calgaryfarmersmarket.ca. Intend Presented by Prana Yoga Festival and Yoga 4 Life. The first in a series of one-day yoga events offering something for yogis of all abilities. At Eighth Avenue Place. $45 - $65. youryogacollective. Stars and Spurs Gala Fundraiser for STARS Air Ambulance hosted by the Petroleum Services Association of Canada. The evening features a Champagne reception, dinner, live entertainment by Brett Kissel, raffles, a virtual reality experience as wells as live and silent auctions. At BMO Centre, Stampede Park. 5:30 - 11:30 p.m. $300. starsandspursgala.ca. sat jan 20 + sun jan 21 The Bash A boutique wedding show that features a lineup of trend-setting and innovative wedding creatives. At Hudson Event Space, 200 8th Ave. S.W. Saturday, 6-9 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. $31.25 - $41.25. 403-770-2275, thebash.ca. starting sun jan 21 Singers of the Sacred Web Sundays, Jan. 21, Feb. 18 and March 18. Informal women’s group. In unison singing of the inspiring creation-based music of Carolyn McDade. At Unitarian Church, 1703 1st St. N.W. 2-4 p.m. diane.r.little@gmail.com. thur jan 25 The Alex Robbie Burns Bash Celebrate the famed Scottish Bard at The Alex’s second annual Robbie Burns Bash in partnership with East Village & Brick’s Wine Company. Featuring live entertainment, a silent auction, delicious bites from some of Calgary’s top restaurants and beer, wine and scotch samplings. 100% of the proceeds will be donated to The Alex Community Health Centre. At St. Louis Hotel, 430 8th Ave. S.E. 5 p.m. $50. 403-5206442, thealex.ca. ongoing Off Cut Culture Club Saturdays. Pop-up series featuring an extended happy hour along with vendors in artistic disciplines such as photography, fashion, jewelry design, fine art, ceramics, leatherwork, woodwork and more. At The Nash and Off Cut, 925 11th St. S.E. 2-5 p.m. 403-984-3365, thenashyyc.com. upcoming Burns’ Night Saturday, Jan. 27. Annual celebration of Scottish culture with full buffet dinner, entertainment and Scottish country dancing. At Polish Canadian Club, 3015 15th St. N.E. Doors, 5:30 p.m. $60. standrewcaledonian. Calgary Health Show

Saturday, Feb. 3 and Sunday, Feb. 4. Health products, services, experts, demonstrations, seminars and food sampling to help you on your journey to a healthy lifestyle. At BMO Centre, Stampede Park. Saturday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. $10 - $15. healthshows.com. WowFest Magic Spectacular! Friday, Feb. 2 to Sunday, Feb. 4. Starring Murray Hatfield and Teresa, voted “Canada’s Best Magicians” and appearing on TV’s “Penn & Teller: Fool Us” with fast and jaw-dropping impossible illusions, and a cast of entertaining and amazing magicians. At Orpheus Theatre, SAIT Campus Centre. $15. 403-909-8601, wowfestmagic.com. CYO Waves of the Danube Fundraising Gala

Saturday, Feb. 3. Evening of fine dining and music in support of the Calgary Youth Orchestra. Featuring door prizes, giveaways, silent auction, artists and special guests. At Polish Canadian Cultural Centre, 3015 15th St. N.E. 5:30 p.m. $100. brownpapertickets.com. What’s Up with Rodents? Wednesday, Feb. 7. Ever wonder what’s up with Alberta’s rodents? Discover together through staff and self-led, hands-on investigation stations for ages two-plus. Hands-on activities are included with Discovery Centre admission. At Bow Habitat Station, 1440 17A St. S.E. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. 403-297-6561, bowhabitat.alberta.ca. Calgary Boat And Sportsmen’s Show

Thursday, Feb. 8 to Sunday, Feb. 11. Featuring boats of all sizes, marine accessories, fishing, camping, and hunting gear, outfitters, fishing guides and lodges, destination travel locations, ATVs and a variety of other outdoor-related products and services. At BMO Centre, Stampede

Park. Thursday and Friday, 1-9 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. $8 - $14, family pass, $35; children seven and under, free. calgaryboatandsportshow.ca. Discovery Nights Thursday, Feb. 15 and Thursday, March 15. Learn more about the wildlife who make their home in Alberta for reduced admission on the third Thursday of each month. At Bow Habitat Station, 1440 17A St. S.E. 5 p.m. $5. 403-297-6561, bowhabitat.alberta.ca. Family FISHtival Saturday, Feb. 17. Outdoor family fun and reduced admission to the Discovery Centre. Roast a marshmallow, trek through the park on snowshoes, practice your fish identification skills, tie a fly and more. At Bow Habitat Station, 1440 17A St. S.E. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 403-297-6561, bowhabitat.alberta.ca. What’s Up with Alberta’s Feathered Friends?

Wednesday, March 7. Ever wonder what’s up with Alberta’s feathered friends? Discover together through staff and self-led, hands-on investigation stations for ages two-plus. These hands-on activities are included with Discovery Centre admission. At Bow Habitat Station, 1440 17A St. S.E. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. 403-297-6561, bowhabitat.alberta.ca. Children’s Wonderland Ball Sunday, March 11. Enjoy an exciting afternoon with your child’s favourite characters including princesses, superheroes, mascots, a catered feast, a magician, face painting, candy table, giveaways, a photo booth, new surprise characters and a live DJ to make you dance your feet away. Also, silent auction in support of Ronald McDonald House. At Coast Plaza Hotel, 1316 33rd St. N.E. 1-5 p.m. $55 - $75. mascotparties.ca. The Black and White Ball Saturday, March 17. Decidedly Jazz Danceworks’ annual fundraiser. At Fairmont Palliser Hotel, 133 9th Ave. S.W. 8 p.m. $95 - $120. 403-245-3533, decidedlyjazz.com. Medieval Gala Saturday, March 17. Fundraising event for Alberta Medieval Settlement and the Brooks Medieval Faire. Enjoy fabulous food, sweet mead, live and silent auctions, and live performances; listen to the ring of clashing swords as Calgary’s knights of Dragon’s Own defend the honour of the King and Queen. At Polish Canadian Cultural Centre, 3015 15th St. N.E. 6 p.m. $100 - $200. eventbrite.ca. Discover: Alberta’s Feathered Friends

Friday, March 23. Explore the world of Alberta’s feathered friends through staff and self-led, hands-on investigation stations for all ages. These hands-on activities are included with Discovery Centre admission. At Bow Habitat Station, 1440 17A St. S.E. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 403-297-6561, bowhabitat.alberta.ca.