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Saturday, August 8th, 2015

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Calgary Young People’s Theatre Presents, Richard III, a Steampunk Shakespeare.
Everyday from Aug 5, 2015 - Aug 9, 2015 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Check website for showtimes. Richard III is Shakespeare’s most deliciously villainous character and this summer, CYPT is setting his story of ambition and murder in a futuristic, steampunk universe! Takes place at West Village Theatre. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit the website.
Location:West Village Theatre - 2007, 10 Avenue SW
Category:Music, Theatre & Performances
Link:www.cypt.ca
August 5 to 8 - Afrikadey! Festival.
Everyday from Aug 5, 2015 - Aug 8, 2015 at 12:00 am - 12:00 am
August 5 to 8. Check website for schedules. A celebration of the music, food, dance, theatre, film, literature and visual arts of Africa and her descendant cultures. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit the website.
Category:Festivals & Fairs
Link:www.afrikadey.com
Earth Hour 2024.
Everyday from Jan 1, 1970 - Mar 23, 2024 at 12:00 am - 9:30 pm
Calgary Unplugged is an annual family-friendly Earth Hour event. Date: Saturday, March 23, 2024 Time: 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Location: Central Library (800 3 Street SE) Join us for music, entertainment, and opportunities to experience what environmental actions you can take in Calgary. Pedal power midway games and experience how our natural world affects our daily lives. Bring personal lighting and dance to the DJ when the lights go down for the Earth Hour party! Calgary Unplugged is hosted by The Arusha Centre's Climate Program, with support from The City of Calgary and community agencies. If you can't make it to the event, turning off nonessential lights, "unplug" from electronics at 8:30 and reconnect with people, games or hobbies! After Earth Hour, share your participation with #EarthHour and #EarthHourYYC. Email programs@arusha.org with questions.
Location:Location: Central Library (800 3 Street SE)
Category:Drop in & Ongoing Activities, Family Fun, Free Events, Fun for Kids, Music, Theatre & Performances, Open House & Tours, Playtime & Story Time, Talks, Workshops & Seminars, Youth Activities
Link:https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/earth-hour-calgary-unplugged-tickets-795640240377?aff=oddtdtcreator
Rundle Studio Virtual Open House.
Everyday from Jan 1, 1970 - May 15, 2024 at 12:00 am - 7:30 pm
Let us show you how we empower our students to reach their full potential! Hear stories from staff, current students, and parents before learning about how you can be a part of our wonderful community. Rundle Studio is an online learning environment built to help students with diagnosed learning disabilities thrive. Let us show you how we empower our students to reach their full potential!
Location:Virtual - Zoom link will be shared after registration.
Category:Open House & Tours
Link:https://rundle.ab.ca/studio/open-house/
Calgary Pro Musica and Green Fools Theatre present 'more rocky mountain fairy tales'.
Everyday from Jan 1, 1970 - Apr 28, 2024 at 12:00 am - 4:30 pm
Come and enjoy an afternoon listening to stories and some of Canada’s finest musicians. Storyteller/Musician Samantha Whelan Kotkas and her friends will entertain you and your children with musical interactive tales of child-accessible hikes in the Rocky Mountains. Teach your child about courage, unity, joyfulness, and caring in an afternoon of fun and adventure. An event for the whole family that you will want to be a part of. Recommended for children aged 5 to 12, but created with the entire family in mind. Come one hour before the show & enjoy family friendly activities. Stay after to meet the performers. Created and Narrated by Samantha Whelan Kotkas Music by Tyler Hornby Puppets by Green Fools Theatre Video by Joel Goundry Tyler Hornby - Drums, Chris Andrew - Piano, Pat Belliveau - Saxophones, Aaron Shore - Guitar, Stephen Shepard - Bass
Cost:$15.00
Location:The University of Calgary Rozsa Centre: Eckhardt-Gramatté Hall
Category:Family Fun, Fun for Kids, Music, Theatre & Performances
Link:https://calgarypromusica.ca/family/
Silverado Parade of Garage Sales and Artisans Market.
> Saturday Aug 8, 2015 at 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Join Silverado at the community gardens on Silverado Drive SW for the second annual community parade of garage sales and artisans market! There will be a variety of artisans selling diverse products such as handmade soap, candles, crocheted items, photography, art, spices, pillows, greeting cards and more! If you mention this ad, the first 50 people to arrive will get a coupon for a free slice of pizza from Papa John's! Also, the whole community is participating in the annual parade of garage sales. There will be free maps at the community gardens; lots of great deals to be had!
Location:Silverado Drive SW
Category:Community Sales & Markets
Link:www.silveradoca.ca
Fishing season at Bow Habitat Station.
Everyday from May 15, 2015 - Oct 31, 2015 at 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Reel in the fun at the Kids Can Catch Trout Pond! This catch-&-release pond may not guarantee you’ll catch a fish, but you & your family is sure to make a splash as you discover the lure of fishing. Bring your own gear, or rent from the Discovery Centre (Tuesday to Sunday, 10am to 4pm).
Location:Bow Habitat Station1440 - 17A Street SECalgary, AlbertaT2G 4T9
Category:Family Fun
Link:http://esrd.alberta.ca/recreation-public-use/bow-habitat-station/visitor-information.aspx
Western Rodeo at Heritage Park Historical Village.
> Saturday Aug 8, 2015 at 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Get right into the action with a thrilling Western Rodeo! The Rodeo is included with park admission and includes everything from barrel racing to bronco riding - even mini chuck wagon races. Round up the kids and prepare yourself for a truly unique experience. For more information, visit the website.
Location:1900 Heritage Drive SW
Category:Family Fun
Link:www.heritagepark.ca
Pure Protein Night Race™.
> Saturday Aug 8, 2015 at 9:35 pm - 11:55 pm
Experience the Pure Protein Night Race™ - a night run you will never forget. The race will take runners through the North Glenmore Park to create a moving celebration of light – a celebration that will continue at the post-race party! Every participant will receive an Energizer® LED Headlight and a Brooks Tee – that’s $60 in value. Distances: 5K and 10K. Start time: 9:35pm - as the sun is setting! Pure Protein Night Race™ will also allow you to bring light to others. Participants can donate when they register or create a pledge program. Funds raised will go to the Starlight™ Children’s Foundation. More details available on the Charity page.
Cost:$60.00
Location:North Glenmore Park
Category:Family Fun
Link:http://nightrace.ca

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