Free This Week
Enjoying Calgary’s thriving arts community doesn’t have to break the bank
- Price: Free
Another week, another dollar—or should we say a chance to save a dollar. There are plenty of free events taking place including sales, talks, festivals, and so much more. Here’s what we’re hitting up:
Riverview Artists Fall Show & Sale
Until November 18, 2016, 9:00am – 4:00pm
The Winter Garden, Jamieson Place (308 4th Ave. SW)
Free
The 12 artists who make up the Riverview Artists Group invite you to view their latest exhibit of original paintings. Finding inspiration in a wide range of subjects, they express their ideas in a variety of styles and techniques. There’s even a chance to win a unique painting.
riverview-artists.com
Marda Loop Justice Film Fest
Until November 20, 2016
Multiple locations
Free
This festival is more than just film—its about film with a social edge. Screenings include post-show discussions with local and international artists and experts, as well as opportunities to interact and connect with community. There’s even an NGO village allowing festival goers to connect with representatives from local non-profit groups.
justicefilmfestival.ca
ProArts Presents Calgary Opera Emerging Artist Program Ensemble
November 16, 2016, 12:10 – 12:50pm
Cathedral Church of the Redeemer (604 1st St. SE)
Free
Calgary Opera’s innovative Emerging Artist Program Ensemble presents talented young singers from across Canada as they take to the spotlight of the professional opera scene. Hear the first of their three appearances for ProArts this season featuring popular arias and ensembles on fairytales and magic.
proartssociety.ca
Woolf’s Voices 14!
November 16, 2016, 7:00pm
Shelf Life Books (1312 4th St. SW)
Free
Head to Shelf Life Books for readings from Adora Nwofor, Bethel Afework, Jennifer Crighton, Laren Jenkins, Laurie Anne Fuhr, Natalie Matsui, Nikki Reimer, and Nyabuoy Gatbel. Presented by Adrienne Adams of Feminine Voice, be sure to take a moment to enjoy the accompanying visual art by Jennifer Allyson.
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Creative Mornings: Creating Fantasy
November 18, 2016, 8:30am –10:00am
Manasc Isaac (414 Memorial Dr. NE)
Free
Join Creative Mornings Calgary as it presents this free monthly public lecture series for the creative community. Hear Jaysin from DPI Studios speak about his creative career that has seen him being part of teams that created artwork for the World of Warcraft TCG, White Wolf’s Exalted RPG, and Green Ronin Publishing.
creativemornings.com
Calgary Christmas Night Market
November 18, 2016, 5:00 – 11:00pm
Eau Claire Market (200 Barclay Parade SW)
Free
Start your Christmas Shopping early at the only night market happening in Calgary during fall/winter months. Enjoy late night shopping in the heart of downtown alongside local music and live entertainment.
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Calgary Christmas Market Launch
November 18, 2016, 5:00 – 8:00pm
Calgary Farmers Market
Free
New this year, kick off Calgary Farmers Market’s first Christmas Market with live holiday entertainment and freshly roasted chestnuts. Make your own maple taffy and admire custom-carved ice sculptures. Can’t make it? Mark your calendars to explore the Calgary Christmas Market, November 18 to December 10.
calgaryfarmersmarket.ca
VSVSVS Artist Talk
November 18, 2016, 6:00pm
Stanford Perrott Lecture Theatre, Alberta College of Art + Design (1407 14th Ave. NW)
Free
Contemporary Calgary and the Illingworth Kerr Gallery are proud to present this artist talk by the Toronto-based collective VSVSVS. Presented in conjunction with their exhibition at the same time, running at Contemporary Calgary from November 24, 2016 to February 12, 2017, this talk offers an unique insight into the collective.
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Kananaskis Opening Receptions
November 18 & 19, 2016
Ruberto Ostberg Gallery (2108 18th St. NW)
Free
Canadian artist Anna Ostberg has always been inspired by her surroundings but it took a little rustic cabin in the mountains to change her view of the Alberta landscape. Check out the work at two opening receptions, November 18 from 5:00 to 9:00pm and November 19 from 2:00 to 5:00pm.
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In-Definite Arts Holiday Art Sale
November 19, 2016, 10:00am – 3:00pm
In-Definite Arts (8038 Fairmount Dr. SE)
Free
Join In-Definite Arts for its biggest fundraiser of the year. Find one-of-a-kind arts and crafts and help support visual arts programming for adults with developmental disabilities.
indefinitearts.com
Small Box Architecture Workshop with Laura Vickerson
November 19, 2016, 10:00am – 4:00pm
Esker Foundation (1011 9th Ave. SE)
Free, registration essential
Spend the day constructing miniature buildings using recycled cardboard, product boxes, and other re-purposed materials with Laura Vickerson. All supplies will be provided, but participants are welcome to bring materials they would like to incorporate into their projects. Participants must be over the age of 15 to participate.
eskerfoundation.com
Annual Contextural Christmas Artisan Sale
November 19, 2016, 10:00am – 6:00pm
Christ Church Elbow Park (3602 8th St. SW)
Free
This sale showcases unique fibre and multi-media works by local artists and Contextural members with plenty of gift-worthy items to help you get into the holiday spirit.
contextural.ca
Cecil Hotel Open Forum
November 19, 2016, 2:00 – 4:30pm
Central Library, Calgary Public Library (616 Macleod Tr. SE)
Free
Join TRUCK Contemporary Art in Calgary for this open forum discussion in collaboration with its recent exhibition Cecil Hotel by Calgary-based artist Mark Clintberg. This round table aims to provide an opportunity for open and inclusive conversation relating to the subject of the Cecil Hotel and places like it. The discussion is free to attend and open to all.
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Printed Matter Affair
November 19 & 20, 2016
Stride Main Space (1006 Macleod Tr. SE)
Free
This two-day public event is geared at fostering a public conversation and platform to feature printed matter from artists and organizations from Alberta. The printed matter includes zines, books, prints, and other miscellany such as bags, buttons, stickers and patches. Be on the lookout for daily talks and workshops as well.
stride.ab.ca
Master Class for Families
November 20, 2016, 1:00 – 2:00pm
Esker Foundation (1011 9th Ave. SE)
Free, registration essential
Join the Esker Foundation for an afternoon of family fun at the gallery! Every month they delve into new mediums with art projects that relate to the current exhibitions in this educational, energetic, hands-on program for kids aged five to 10. An adult is required to stay for the duration of the workshop. All materials will be provided.
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