Soft Body by Wei Li is exhibiting in The New Gallery’s Main Space from March 21 – May 3, 2025. Skin, organelles, ribbons and strings are carefully tangled in bright colours, a testament to the physicality and emotional experience of femininity. Paired with Wei Li’s intricately painted compositions are moving 3D rendered designs. Hypnotic spirals […]
Experience the vibrant energy of Ukrainian dance and culture at the 39th annual Cheremosh Ukrainian Dance Festival! This beloved festival brings together dancers from across Canada to showcase their talent in a dynamic competition of all skill levels. The festival will also include a free-to-attend Artisan Market, featuring a variety of Ukrainian-themed goods, from traditional […]
Lise Mayne, Alberta author in Nanton, will sign her new book Time Enough at Yooneek Books in Okotoks. Time Enough is a fictional novel about a family immigrating to Alberta from Isle of Man in the early 1900's, via Michigan, Manitoulin Island and Saskatchewan.
Inuk singer/songwriter Susan Aglukark is one of Canada's most unique artists and a leading voice in Canadian music. She blends the Inuktitut, Indigenous and English languages with contemporary pop music arrangements to tell the stories of her fellow people, the Inuit of Arctic Canada and her fellow indigenous groups. Enjoy the 30th Anniversary Tour of […]
nêhiyaw percussionist Marek Tyler, of the Juno-nominated band nêhiyawak, brings us ASKO – a beautiful new collaborative centered around the drum and rattle. Electro sonics incorporate the kinetics of pow-wow dancers following the heartbeat of the big drum, and the choreography of prairie chickens telling stories of the grasslands. See ASKO at Calgary’s Festival Hall […]
Opening reception: Saturday, April 5 from 2-5pm; artists in attendance A play on the geographical location of these two artists; Stokes is from Grande Prairie and Laycock is from Calgary. These two artists come together to celebrate the diversity of the Alberta Landscape from north to south; prairie to mountains and beyond. Both artists have […]
Lise Mayne, author in Nanton, will present her new historical fiction novel Time Enough at Owl's Nest Books, April 10th, 7:00 p.m. Time Enough is a family saga of immigration to Alberta in the 1900's, from Isle of Man, via Michigan, Manitoulin Island and Saskatchewan. It covers three countries, three decades and rich historical detail […]
Step into the extraordinary world of renowned ethologist and conservationist Dr. Jane Goodall – sharing her profound insights and compelling stories of a life spent studying chimpanzees in the wild. Celebrate her legacy and ongoing dedication to protect our planet's precious biodiversity. Come out to the Jack Singer Concert Hall at Arts Commons on Wednesday, […]
Opening reception: Saturday, May 3 from 2-5pm; artist in attendance Lemay explores the wonders of his garden in this exhibition that immerses the viewer in a barrage of colour. Peonies being his favourite flower; these magnificent blooms will be a focus in the exhibition. The macro aspect of the works allows you to immerse into […]
Opening reception: Saturday, May 31 from 2-5pm This year marks the year of Ronald Bloore’s 100th Birthday. In celebration of his centenary, this exhibition will cover a vast selection of Bloore's works. A complex and diverse artist, Bloore made a large mark on Canadian art history, not only with his artwork but as an educator, […]
